District Attorney wraps up two criminal cases in Pott. County jury term
During the January jury term in Pottawatomie County, the District Attorney's office wrapped up two cases with criminal trials.
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Lady Wolves celebrate Senior Night with swim team victory
The Shawnee Lady Wolves celebrated Senior Night Tuesday by taking first place in nine of 11 swimming events while competing against three other schools at the Shawnee Family YMCA pool. The Lady Wolves posted a team score of 398, followed by Harrah at 3-2, Choctaw at 194 and Plainview at 40.
New Horse in the City unveiled
There is a new addition to Shawnee's painted horses program. "David and Dana Taylor began working on their painted horse prior to the 2023 tornado," Stacy Cramer Moore, Shawnee's director of Tourism and Film and Music Office, said this week.
Pott. County jury convicts defendant in Shawnee post office robberies
Following a jury trial this week, a Pottawatomie County jury found a Shawnee man guilty on two felony counts of first-degree robbery related to two separate incidents at the downtown Shawnee post office in 2024.
Wood takes office as Pottawatomie County sheriff
The Pottawatomie County Sheriff's Office on Wednesday welcomed and announced Freeland Wood as the new Pottawatomie County sheriff. Wednesday marked his official first day as sheriff after winning the 2024 election for that seat.
Former Shawnee star Tramble shines for ORU
By Brian Johnson Sports Editor bjohnson@news-star.com TULSA – Former Shawnee High School basketball star Makyra Tramble had two recent outstanding games for the Oral Roberts… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Shawnee superintendent resigns; state suspends certification
The Shawnee Board of Education is scheduled to meet for a regular meeting on Monday, where they could formally discuss or accept the resignation of Superintendent Dr. Aaron Espolt.
Richelle Treece named News-Star's First Responder of the Year
With a 26-year career working in EMS, Richelle Treece, the News-Star's 2024 First Responder of the Year, wears many hats.
Dale's Edmonson presented with NFHS Coach of the Year Award
From Staff Reports DALE – Dale High School Head Boys’ Basketball Coach Jeff Edmonson was recently presented with the NFHS Oklahoma Boys Basketball Coach of… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Bethel football seniors nab 2A-1 All-District 3 Awards
By Brian Johnson Sports Editor bjohnson@news-star.com BETHEL ACRES – Six Bethel Wildcats achieved special awards and five others were selected to the First Team as… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close