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Avem donates a new command vehicle to Stroud Fire Department
STROUD - Rural Wellness Stroud Hospital’s (Stroud Regional Medical Center) hospital management partner, Avem Health Partners, donated a new vehicle to Stroud Fire Department. The fully equipped Ford F-150 will serve as the new command post for incident responses which the department has been without since losing one in a wildfire in 2020.
Way-back Wednesday: Baptist’s
It’s Way-Back Wednesday. This week’s group of photos show a longtime downtown Shawnee icon -Baptist Hardware and Sporting Goods store.
Tweaked COVID boosters close but how much will they help?
COVID-19 vaccines tweaked to better match today’s omicron threat are expected to roll out in a few weeks but still up in the air is how much benefit the booster shots will offer, who should get one -- and how soon.
Gardening suggestions as we move into Fall
As we move into September and October when the weather should be more favorable for planting, it is a good time to assess the shrubs and perennials that survived or didn’t do well during this harsh summer season. It is possible that some of your shrubs didn’t make it through the summer.
Labor Day travel surge expected despite high gas prices
As the Labor Day holiday weekend approaches, travelers are expected to take to the roadways despite high gas prices. AAA Oklahoma expects the Labor Day holiday weekend travel volume to return to near pre-pandemic levels, as it did for the Memorial Day and Independence Day holiday weekends earlier this summer.
Oklahoma 529 College Savings Plan becomes Oklahoma 529 with new branding and website
Oklahoma 529 offers same flexible education savings program that helps Oklahoma families prepare for their chosen education path State Treasurer Randy McDaniel has unveiled a new name, branding and website for the state’s direct-sold 529 plan. The plan formerly known as the Oklahoma 529 College Savings Plan (OCSP) will be called Oklahoma 529.
September Happenings at the Zoo
OKC Zoo Some September Happenings coming up at the Oklahoma City Zoo include: THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 1: OKC ZOO HOSTS SIP AND STROLL PRESENTED BY COOP ALE WORKS • The Oklahoma City Zoo’s Sip and Stroll offers an evening out like no other! Presented by COOP Ale Works, Sip and Stroll is set for Thursday, September 1, from 6 to 10 p.m., invites guests 21-and-older to explore the majority of the Zoo in the cool evening air while discovering wondrous wildlife and delicious drinks along the way. Plan your own travel itinerary through the Zoo as you discover six watering holes with three brand-new locations – Madagascar, Namibia, and Tanzania.
Area school districts make progress on construction projects
Several school districts throughout Pottawatomie County are working on different construction projects to improve their districts. Bethel Public Schools is currently working on the construction of a new upper elementary school building as well as the renovation of their activity center.
Event brings law enforcement, youth together for day of fun
On Saturday, local law enforcement took a purposeful opportunity to interact with area youth during the annual Cops ’N’ Kids event at the Heart of Oklahoma Exposition Center. Left: Youth check out Bigfoot at this year’s Cops ‘N’ Kids event at the expo.