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Calling all Oklahomans to support better health in 2025
It’s no secret that health outcomes in Oklahoma are far from where they should be. We are objectively one of the unhealthiest states in the nation, consistently ranking in the bottom 10 for overall health in the United Health Foundation's America's Health Rankings.
Potawatomi Fire celebrates back-to-back championships with ring ceremony
The Potawatomi Fire celebrates its record-breaking achievements from the 2024 season during their Championship Banquet on January 17, 2025, at FireLake Arena. Highlights including a second consecutive undefeated national championship season — a first in The Basketball League (TBL) history.
Gardening: Yellow Eye Steuben Bean Ham Soup
Last week my friend and fellow Master Gardener, Becky Carlberg (who ALWAYS writes the Weekender articles) had knee replacement surgery so readers, you are stuck with me this week. Becky’s son came to stay with them.
Gordon Cooper Technology Center celebrates local workforce impact
SHAWNEE, Okla. – Governor Kevin Stitt has officially proclaimed February Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month, spotlighting the critical role the CareerTech system plays in preparing students for high-demand careers and driving Oklahoma’s workforce development.
Macomb man enters guilty plea in wife’s killing
News-Star staff A Macomb man charged with first-degree murder in the September 2023 murder of his wife entered a guilty plea in the case Friday… Login to continue reading Login…
Shawnee Little Theatre's production of 'Misery' opens Feb. 7
The mastermind behind many of today’s most acclaimed thrillers, Stephen King, comes to Shawnee Little Theatre with a stage version of "Misery" from his best-selling book and acclaimed movie. Adapted and written for the stage by Academy Award winning author William Goldman, the play tells the story of a former nurse who kidnaps a romance novelist after he kills off her favorite character, Misery Chastain, in his latest book.
Search ongoing for new Shawnee superintendent
The search is ongoing for a new superintendent for Shawnee Public Schools, with the Shawnee Board of Education voting to enlist some additional help in the effort.
Bid awarded for midtown water line replacement
In April, the City of Shawnee entered into a Professional Services Agreement with Freese and Nichols for the final design of the Midland Addition Water Line Replacement project.
Shawnee Forward to host Economic Development Summit
Shawnee Forward is excited to announce the third Annual Economic Development Summit, scheduled for Tuesday, February 27, 2025, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.