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Sample ballots available for Feb. 11 election
Sample ballots are now available for the February 11, 2025 Board of Education Primary Election. Voters can download a sample ballot using the State Election Board’s OK Voter Portal at oklahoma.gov/elections/org or pick up a copy at the Pottawatomie County Election Board during normal business hours.
OBU to host annual Student Apologetics Conference March 1
Registration is underway for Oklahoma Baptist University’s annual youth apologetics conference, Generation Why. Students, youth groups, college ministry groups and others around the state and region are invited to attend the conference on March 1, 2025.
Jan. 19 event: Celebrate Dolly Parton's birthday with Pioneer Library System and her Imagination Library
Cleveland, McClain, and Pottawatomie Counties - On January 19, Pioneer Library System invites the community to celebrate the birthday of an iconic entertainer and philanthropist, Dolly Parton! Through Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, Dolly has brought the joy of reading to millions of children across the globe, inspiring young minds and fostering a love of books. To honor Dolly’s remarkable contributions to literacy and her passion for empowering young readers worldwide, Pioneer Library System will host joyous birthday celebrations throughout our service area.
Chantel Andrews named December Nurse of the Month
Chantel Andrews has been named The Shawnee News-Star's Nurse of the Month for December as part of a program sponsored by the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
Shawnee boys pull away from Claremore with massive third quarter
A double-double performance from Edan Litherland and double-figure scoring nights by Daytain Patton and Zyron Campbell were enough to fuel the Shawnee Wolves to a 59-41 domination of the Claremore Zebras Tuesday night at the SHS Performing Arts and Athletic Center. “Claremore has a solid team, but we challenged our kids to rebound after we got outrebounded 35-20 against Booker T.
North Rock Creek squads sweep past OCS
North Rock Creek had no trouble sweeping Oklahoma Christian School Tuesday night. The Lady Cougars won 63-40 and the Cougars followed with a 68-48 win over the Saints.
Wallace sidewalk project takes step forward
During the Shawnee City Commission’s December meeting, the board approved a professional services agreement with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. to provide design services for the city’s proposed Wallace Street Sidewalk project.
Shawnee pursuit suspect faces felony charges
A suspect who led authorities on a wild pursuit through Shawnee and causing an accident at a major intersection before crashing a few miles later has been formally charged with two felony counts.