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Convicted killer in Tecumseh officer’s death dies in prison
by Kim Morava A convicted killer who was being housed on Oklahoma’s death row for the 2017 shooting death of Tecumseh Police Officer Justin Terney died… Login to continue reading Login…
Late-night crash, semi fire reported in Turner Turnpike construction zone near Wellston
WELLSTON – On January 14, 2025, at approximately 10:12 p.m., the Wellston Fire Department was dispatched to a crash involving a semi-tractor-trailer at mile marker 157 eastbound on the Turner Turnpike, located within an active construction zone. This call followed an earlier crash response at approximately 8:35 p.m.
FBI seeks public assistance in identifying victims
The FBI is asking for the public’s help with identifying victims in an ongoing investigation related to the receipt of Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM).
Crime brief: Juveniles taken into custody in Tecumseh after pursuit, K9 search
A high-speed pursuit about 12:15 p.m. Tuesday afternoon ended at Tecumseh Lake, where officers apprehended two juveniles and recovered a stolen vehicle.
Convicted killer in Tecumseh officer's death dies in prison
A convicted killer who was being housed on Oklahoma's death row for the 2017 shooting death of Tecumseh Police Officer Justin Terney died Tuesday, according to the Oklahoma Department of Corrections. Cause and manner of death are under investigation.
Death row inmate convicted in 2017 killing of a Tecumseh police officer has died in prison
By Kim Morava, News-Star Byron James Shepard, the man convicted and jailed on Oklahoma’s death row for the 2017 shooting death of Tecumseh Police Officer Justin Terney, has died in prison, according…
Snow on Bison Hill
Thursday's snow provided some wintertime fun and made many places around Shawnee a bit more picturesque, including Oklahoma Baptist University.
Mabee-Gerrer Museum of Art announces 5th Annual High School Juried Art Exhibition
SHAWNEE – The Mabee-Gerrer Museum of Art is thrilled to announce its 5th Annual High School Juried Art Exhibition, offering high school students across Oklahoma the opportunity to showcase their artistic talents in a professional museum setting and win cash prizes. The exhibition will be on display from March 1-30 and the opening reception will be on March 2 at 5 p.m.
Shawnee Forward CEO earns Workforce Development Certificate
Shawnee Forward is proud to announce that President and CEO Crystal Romanyszyn, CAE, IOM, has successfully earned the Certificate in Workforce Development Fundamentals. This prestigious certification, offered jointly by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) and the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE) Foundation, underscores Crystal’s commitment to fostering economic and workforce growth in the region.