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Avedis to take center stage at City Commission

October 15, 2022

On Monday, at the beginning of the Shawnee City Commission’s regular meeting, the Avedis Foundation is set to show its documentary, “The Avedis Story ‘We’re Here for Good.’” A proclamation is also scheduled for presentation. Avedis is celebrating a milestone; its 10th anniversary is this year. In that time the foundation has awarded more than $55 million to area nonprofits, schools and municipalities with the overarching mission of improving health, wellness and quality of life.

October 15, 2022

I love that first sweater day of the new fall season. The day when the heat finally breaks and the cooler weather begins to creep in, when we begin to believe that it’s here to stay, at least for a while. I love when the trees begin to prepare for their long winter rest, dressing up for their last hurrah of the year in golds and oranges and reds, holding on to a few splashes of green. The squirrels frantically looking for their last goodies to stash in their storehouses, paying no mind to the cars around them, are both a source of delight and a reason for extra caution. This time of transition, alternating between crisp, clear, outdoor days and wet, gray, indoor days are some of my favorites because they remind us that change is inevitable, but it is not to be dreaded. Change can be good.

Everyday Home: Cybersecurity Awareness Month

October 15, 2022

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Treat your online activity like you do your wallet! Cybersecurity Awareness Month is a great time to reflect on your habits and how you interact with technology over the past year.

Fall Homecoming King, Queen crowned

October 15, 2022

SPS Shawnee High School held its Fall Homecoming ceremonies Thursday. Michael Pearne and Anneca Anderson were crowned the 2022 Fall Homecoming King and Queen.

PAVE candidate forum set Oct. 27

October 15, 2022

Forum to feature District 26 and County Commissioner candidates With the Nov. 8 general election just a few short weeks away, a candidate forum has been scheduled to help Pottawatomie County voters decide how to mark their ballots.

Shawnee Red Cross volunteer deploys to Florida

October 15, 2022

A Shawnee American Red Cross volunteer deployed Friday to Florida, where he is assisting those impacted by Hurricane Ian. George Timmis is in Fort Myers, which took a devastating hit by the Category 4 hurricane.

CPN Supreme Court Justice named one of Oklahoma Magazine’s 40 Under 40

October 15, 2022

As a young professional, lawyer and Citizen Potawatomi Nation Supreme Court Associate Justice, Jennifer Lamirand can list accomplishments from her 20s and 30s that many hope to achieve in their entire career. This year, her employer Crowe & Dunlevy nominated her for the prestigious Oklahoma Magazine 40 Under 40 annual awards. The publication chose her as one of the 2022 honorees in April.

Shawnee Senior Recreation

October 15, 2022

Good morning, Shawnee! I hope this finds you doing well and enjoying the fall weather! There are sure some beautiful autumn colors out there! Here at the Shawnee Recreation Center we provide programming for seniors ages 55+ on Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Photos: Shawnee homecoming court

October 15, 2022

SPS Shawnee High School celebrated its Fall homecoming with ceremonies Thursday. Crowned as the 2022 Fall Homecoming King and Queen were Michael Pearne and Anneca Anderson.

Shawnee Marketplace adding four storefronts

October 14, 2022

Residents will be excited to know that – as rumors have been circulating this week – Phase 2 of the Shawnee Marketplace is, indeed, underway. Confirming the news Wednesday, Walter Baker, economic development lead for Shawnee Forward, said though “the plans that leaked on Facebook aren’t the upto- date and filed site plans, the content is essentially accurate.” Dirt work immediately south of Hobby Lobby and west of the former Sancho Ancho building has sparked much chatter online the past few days.