In the United States, synthetic opioids have become a token of drug overdoses. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, overdose deaths that included synthetic opioids, such as illegally manufactured fentanyl, rose more than 55 percent between Jan. 31, 2020, and Jan. 31, 2021. Many are accidental, and the problem has grown from one of addiction and recovery to one of public safety.
Oklahoma governor orders special audit of Tulsa schools OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt on has called for a special audit of Tulsa Public Schools for what he said was a potential mishandling of public funds.
Woodland Veterans Park will soon be getting a major facelift as bids are being considered to start the large-scale improvement project. Six applicants submitted bids, which were opened Tuesday at this week’s Shawnee City Commission meeting.
Shawnee will again make Western sports history in 2022 when the 30th annual International Finals Youth Rodeo rides into the Heart of Oklahoma Expo July 10-15. The $250,000 event will bring Shawnee edge-of-the-seat action where youth from around the country will compete for the largest purse in the history of youth rodeo.
The Tecumseh Police Department continues to be impacted by high gas prices as they operate to serve the community. According to Police Chief J.R.
What is it with so many worms leaving the soil and wiggling across concrete every morning? Many don’t make it to wherever and dry up on the spot. We have not had rains which usually drive worms upward and out of water-logged soils, so what gives?
Oklahoma is a great place to do business. As one of the fastest-growing domiciles for captives in the country, the Oklahoma Insurance Department (OID) is attracting more and more companies to do business here. A captive insurance company provides great flexibility to business owners who want to take control of their insurance programs. Captives exist to underwrite the risk of their owner(s) and affiliates. Between 2017 and 2021, Oklahoma’s captive premium volume increased significantly, rising to $214.4 million in 2021, up from $147.3 million in 2017.
Blue Zones Project Pottawatomie County recently completed its Move to the Moon, challenging area residents to step into a collective fitness effort. The goal was to log enough steps together to figuratively cover the distance to the moon. With 29 teams registered, 638,121,872.4 steps were collected during the event.
Good morning, Shawnee! Summer heat is here to stay for a while! Each of us need to be aware of the high temperatures and humidity, as it brings risk of several heat related issues, including heat cramps, heat exhaustion, heat edema, and heat syncope.
After two summers of restricted summer camps and vacations, the 2022 summer has everyone full steam ahead. Don’t forget to be watchful about bringing home unwanted pests in those sleeping bags and suitcases. It is important to remember that Bed Bugs are here and anyone, regardless of income level or cleanliness, can get bed bugs in their home. In fact, bed bugs have been found in almost all areas where people are moving in and out of a sleeping environment - Hotels, Apartments, Summer Camps, Dorms, etc. However, there are some things you can do to help prevent these pests from coming home with you!