OBU's engineering program soars with drone project
On Dec. 5, freshman engineering students at Oklahoma Baptist University participated in a drone competition on the band practice field.
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Shawnee Early Childhood Center students share wishes with Santa
Editor's note: These are some of the Dear Santa letters that have been submitted to the News-Star from area schools. These and Santa letters from previous issues are online at news-star.com.
Dale nabs home basketball sweep of Cashion
By Kent Bush Sports Correspondent DALE – In a battle of some of the best teams in 2A, Dale swept Cashion Friday night. Lady Pirates… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Horace Mann students write to Santa
Special to the News-Star Horace Mann Elementary Mrs. Sexton’s class 1st grade Dear Santa, I have been good this year because I worked at DeeDee’s… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Education tax collections up nearly $19K compared to same time last year
Through a 0.495-cent Pottawatomie County sales tax increase for schools, backed by voters in November of 2015 and set to continue until June 30, 2026 -- schools have been collecting funds for several years.
Parade of lights draws crowd to downtown Shawnee
Shawnee celebrated a "Griswold Christmas" Friday night, featuring dozens of floats, fireworks and a new generation of reindeer pulling Santa's sleigh.
OBU event features village of gingerbread houses
On Friday night, residents were encouraged to visit and choose their favorite among a number of tiny -- and highly decorated -- houses on the Oval at Oklahoma Baptist University.
Share Christmas with homeless; sponsors welcomed
Each year Shawnee Rescue Mission Founder and Director Glenn Blankenship has the same Christmas wish – to be able to continue to serve locals in need with even basic necessities, as well as provide a little extra cheer at Christmastime.
SPS announces District Support Staff of the Year nominees
SHAWNEE - Shawnee Public Schools announces the nominees of the 2024-25 District Support Staff of the Year award.
Spirited version of 'A Christmas Carol' begins Dec. 6 at Shawnee Little Theatre
Shawnee Little Theatre The holiday season gets a magical start this week when Shawnee Little Theatre’s production of “A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story of… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close