My garden has been revamped untold times as it evolves into a potted plant extravaganza. So many containers of all sizes and ...

Many will be taking time this Memorial Day weekend to pause and honor those who paid the ultimate price in service to the country. Memorial Day honors service members who died while serving in the ...

Shawnee Public Schools officially cut the ribbon on a brand-new mural at Jefferson Elementary School. The mural, featuring ...

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FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Oklahoma to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by wildfires and straight-line winds from March 14–21, 2025.

Misa The Shawnee News-Star vicky.misa@news-star.com Shawnee’s city sales tax collection report for May has been released. Sales and Use Tax revenue showed ...

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South Central Industries (SCI) just wrapped up its annual Spectacular Olympics.

Local reports The Shawnee Wolves football team gathered Wednesday afternoon and held a spring practice. Shawnee receiver Jaden Hunt makes a catch during a ...

The Oklahoma Legislature has passed a landmark tax reform measure that reduces the personal income tax and streamlines the state’s tax code. The bill now heads to Governor Kevin Stitt’s desk for final ...

The Chickasaw Rancher” and “Te Ata” are now available on the streaming service Peacock. Inspired by the life of historic Chickasaw rancher Montford Johnson, “Montford: The Chickasaw Rancher” portrays ...

The Oklahoma Foundation for the Education of Blind Children and Youth, Inc. is proud to announce the awarding of $8,000 in scholarships to outstanding students as part of its 2025 Scholarship Program.