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Applications open for 2025 OG&E Positive Energy Scholarship
OKLAHOMA CITY - Oklahoma Gas & Electric Company (OG&E) encourages high school students and families who are OG&E customers to apply for the 2025 Positive Energy Scholarship. Each year, the OG&E Positive Energy Scholarship supports three students pursuing majors in STEM fields by awarding $15,000 per year, renewable annually for up to four consecutive years, for a total of up to $60,000 in scholarship funds to cover tuition, books, fees and on-campus room and board. This life-changing scholarship is administered by the Oklahoma City Community Foundation on behalf of the OGE Energy Corp.
Pioneer Library System promotes health and early literacy through inclusive community programs
Cleveland, McClain, Pottawatomie Counties – Pioneer Library System (PLS) is placing a strong focus on health, wellness, and early literacy throughout the months of January and February. With an array of engaging programs and resources, PLS is committed to fostering a healthier, more resilient community while also supporting early childhood development and school readiness.
Education tax collections down more than $36K 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.
Bison baseball squad picked seventh in GAC Preseason Poll
RUSSELLVILLE, Ark. – Great American Conference officials announced their 2025 baseball ballot on Tuesday and the Oklahoma Baptist Bison were slotted seventh in the preseason poll.
World Enough and Time: Lifestyle changes, maybe?
I am supposing that possible changes in our lifestyles are very much in keeping with the non-political label on my column. In writing about possible changes, I will deal with what has been promised by the new administration, with the focus on how our daily lives may be impacted.
Gardens of the Cross Timbers: Go away Winter Blues
For three days in January the moon appeared full. The Wolf Moon made its debut last Sunday to Wednesday, officially hitting full moon status at 4:27 pm Monday.
Dale fast-pitch softball team receives state title rings
The back-to-back 2A State Champion Dale Lady Pirate fast pitch softball team received their championship rings at halftime of the boys' game Tuesday night.
City in position to make revenue from new trend
On Tuesday, Shawnee City Commissioners learned more about a rising trend in short-term rentals, namely sites outside of traditional hotel stays -- like home-shares, Vrbos, airbnbs and boarding rooms.