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Seminole State College has released the names of honor roll students for the 2025 spring semester. Three separate honor rolls recognize students for their academic achievements.

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Avedis Foundation is gearing up to present its fourth annual Michelle Briggs “We’re Here for Good” Service Award; this year's winner is David Henry, who will be honored during the foundation’s Speaker Series luncheon from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Thursday, May 29, at the Heart of Oklahoma Expo Center in Shawnee.

Pottawatomie County sales tax collections in May show a nearly $75K increase in numbers compared to April but reports a slight decrease of $1,300 when compared to last year’s May figures.

SHAWNEE — Cherity Pennington, Director of Library and Media Services for Shawnee Public Schools, is gaining recognition across Oklahoma for her leadership and advocacy on behalf of school libraries and certified librarians. A passionate and knowledgeable voice in the field, Pennington has played a critical role in educating state legislators and community members about the vital role school libraries play in student success.

BARTLESVILLE – Oklahoma Connections Academy, a tuition-free, online public school serving PreK-12 students across the state, honored 107 graduates on Saturday, May 17. Seniors gathered in-person at the Tee-Pee Drive-In Theatre in Sapulpa to celebrate the culmination of their high school careers among their peers, school staff and family.

Seminole State College has been awarded a $25,000 planning grant from the Teagle Foundation through its Cornerstone: Learning for Living initiative. The national program supports efforts to revitalize the liberal arts by integrating transformative texts and fostering shared learning experiences.

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