The Shawnee News-Star

06/18/2026

Three standouts from Tecumseh and one each from Bethel, McLoud and Chandler played in the Large School All-State Slow-Pitch Softball Game last Saturday at Oklahoma Christian University in Edmond.

From Staff Reports Three standouts from Tecumseh and one each from Bethel, McLoud and Chandler played in the Large School All-State Slow-Pitch Softball Game last… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close

06/18/2026

At their meeting on June 17, the Seminole State College Board of Regents approved the College’s budget for fiscal year 2027 and adopted policies addressing academic grading and nursing faculty qualifications.

From Seminole State College At their meeting on June 17, the Seminole State College Board of Regents approved the College’s budget for fiscal year 2027… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close

06/18/2026

A fourth-straight championship of The Basketball League will be on the line for the Potawatomi Fire as they host the Tri-City Tide for Games 1 and 2 of a best-of-three series Thursday and Friday at FireLake Arena.

By Brian Johnson Sports Editor [email protected] A fourth-straight championship of The Basketball League will be on the line for the Potawatomi Fire as they host… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close

06/18/2026

The Shawnee News-Star and members of its staff were honored with awards recently from the Oklahoma Press Association’s Better Newspaper Contest.

Best of Tri-County Area Preps, Experience Shawnee magazine take first place honors The Shawnee News-Star and members of its staff were honored with awards recently… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close

06/18/2026

While Pottawatomie County sales tax collections in June show a $65K decrease in numbers compared to May, it reports an increase of nearly $46.5K when compared to last year’s June figures.

While Pottawatomie County sales tax collections in June show a $65K decrease in numbers compared to May, it reports an increase of nearly $46.5K when… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close

06/18/2026

Hey there Shawnee! As we get closer to July, I hope you are making plans to celebrate our nation’s 250th anniversary of our founding! Independence Day 250 will mark a special time in our country. Regardless of political leanings, we can all celebrate what makes this country an independent nation, despite our flaws and differences.

06/18/2026

The Citizen Potawatomi Nation (CPN) and Dunbar Heights, a predominantly Black community in Shawnee, hosted the seventh annual Juneteenth reception in Shawnee last week.

The Citizen Potawatomi Nation (CPN) and Dunbar Heights, a predominantly Black community in Shawnee, hosted the seventh annual Juneteenth reception in Shawnee last week. The… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close

06/17/2026

CLEVELAND, McCLAIN and POTTAWATOMIE COUNTIES — In honor of America’s 250th anniversary, Pioneer Library System (PLS) invites residents across Cleveland, McClain, and Pottawatomie counties to commemorate this historic milestone through a series of engaging programs that celebrate the nation’s history, culture, and community spirit.

From Pioneer Library System CLEVELAND, McCLAIN and POTTAWATOMIE COUNTIES — In honor of America’s 250th anniversary, Pioneer Library System (PLS) invites residents across Cleveland, McClain,… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close

06/17/2026

The 2026 Oklahoma Baptist football season is just 87 days away and 13th-year head coach Chris Jensen has unveiled his 11-game schedule.

From Oklahoma Baptist Athletics The 2026 Oklahoma Baptist football season is just 87 days away and 13th-year head coach Chris Jensen has unveiled his 11-game… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close

06/17/2026

North Rock Creek scored a pair of runs in the first and third innings and held off a late Washington rally to take a 4-2 win Monday.