US-270/177 narrows at Gordon Cooper Dr. in Tecumseh through August
The following closures will take place beginning 8 a.m. Monday, July 21 through the end of August for bridge repairs, weather permitting:
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IFYR crowns new class of champions
SHAWNEE, Okla. –A new chapter of International Finals Youth Rodeo (IFYR) history has officially been written as the curtain closes on the 33rd annual event.… Login to continue reading Login…
SCI named 2025 'Key Contributor' winner
Shawnee’s South Central Industries (SCI) has just been named 2025 Oklahoma Key Contributor, an honor awarded by The Oklahoma Academy for State Goals since 2005.
Shawnee ER nurse receives DAISY Lifetime Achievement Award
SHAWNEE – Duke Haley, RN, a nurse with SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital - Shawnee, was recently honored with the DAISY Lifetime Achievement Award. He was honored for being a great partner to both his patients and the staff he oversees.
IFYR: Eyes shift to championship race ahead of finals Friday night
From the IFYR SHAWNEE, Okla. – With one performance left in the second go-round of the 33rd annual International Finals Youth Rodeo (IFYR), attention shifts to… Login to continue reading Login…
SSC secures two federal grants to enhance academic support
The U.S. Department of Education has awarded Seminole State College two federal TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) grants.
$4.8M bridge, widening approved for Moccasin Trail
At Monday’s meeting, the Oklahoma Transportation Commission approved the County Improvements for Roads and Bridges Plan for Fiscal Years 2026 to 2030. The updated five-year plan includes nearly $930 million in scheduled upgrades to county roads and bridges outside of ODOT jurisdiction across all 77 Oklahoma counties. In Pottawatomie County, a $4.8 million bridge replacement and widening of four miles of Moccasin Trail Road was among the projects approved.
Photos: Locals shine in International Finals Youth Rodeo
Photos: Locals shine in International Finals Youth Rodeo
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In the arena …
The International Finals Youth Rodeo continues through Friday night at the Expo Center. See related stories and photos on pages B1-B3.