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One man passed away in a motorcycle crash in Pottawatomie County on Thursday.

New signs have been erected on a Pottawatomie County road in Oklahoma, paying tribute to Generro Sanchez, a college student tragically shot and left in a ditch 13 years ago. The poignant memorial, unveiled by the victim's family, serves as a reminder of his legacy and the legislation they helped pass.

Two incidents occurred in Pottawatomie County, Oklahoma this week. In the first incident, a deadly trailer fire in Seminole claimed the lives of two individuals, leaving their family in need of assistance for funeral costs. The second incident involved the arrest of an Earlsboro Police officer for driving under the influence and causing a car crash on Interstate 40. The officer failed a field sobriety test and damaged multiple vehicles. These incidents highlight the importance of safety and the need for support in times of tragedy.

A Pottawatomie County deputy, serving as a commander, has been arrested following a dispute at an adult toy store. The incident is under investigation by both local police and the Sheriff's office. The deputy is currently on paid leave. #shorts.

• A Pottawatomie County sheriff's commander, David Dewitt, was arrested for assaulting an employee at an adult store in Oklahoma City. • The incident occurred when Dewitt and a woman were shopping in the store and Dewitt started arguing with her. The store clerk intervened, leading to Dewitt assaulting him.

Interested in adopting a pet — or just looking at some adorable pets near you up for adoption? There are dozens of endearing pets up for adoption at animal shelters in and around shawnee..

On Saturday, you can head to Shawnee for a day filled with hot cocoa, cookie decorating, and Santa at the Rose Rock Habitat for Humanity Gingerbread Village. April Grant and Elle Shroyer with Rose Rock Habitat for Humanity joined Tevis Hillis in the studio to talk about the event hosted by Oklahoma Baptist University.

SHAWNEE — Prosecutors on Thursday dropped the only murder case filed so far out of the hush-hush investigation of a white supremacist prison gang and a string of disappearances. Jason Dean Cornett, 45, was accused of fatally shooting another man in 2021 at a house in McLoud, burning the...

For months Shawnee has been trying to tacking a growing homeless population. New research shows a disproportionate number are Native American which is why a new organization has stepped in to help.

Three Marines who died in North Carolina of carbon monoxide poisoning were in a car that was lowered with unconnected exhaust pipes, according to an autopsy report. Merax Dockery, a Seminole resident, was among the three who died this summer. The deaths were ruled an accident, and the report showed there were no obvious signs of foul play, suicide or drugs.

• The Gingerbread Village event at OBU is set to begin soon, offering a festive experience filled with holiday music and decorations. • April Grant from Rose Rock Habitat for Humanity and Allison Coffman from OBU previewed the event.

An Oklahoma family is mourning the loss of two people -- after a fire in Seminole. This -- while they were already in the grieving process. The family needs help burying their loved ones. At a Shawnee home – two sisters and a brother shared their pain from loss. “It...

The Pioneer Library System is turning a new page with a change its communities can celebrate: the elimination of fines for all ages on overdue materials. As of December 1, a one-time amnesty of all existing late fines has taken place to start a clean slate for all adult library accounts.

Discover the unique in-school thrift shop at Seminole High School, where students can purchase items with a special currency earned through good behavior and grades. This student-run initiative not only serves as a learning experience but also helps those in need.

The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation shared on social media that they are investigating an officer-involved shooting. On December 1, the Pottawatomie County Sheriff's Office requested the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation to assist with an officer-involved shooting. OSBI stated that Pottawatomie County deputies responded to a domestic incident at...

Photo from Unsplash and unrelated to the city. For most people, it is a constant necessity of life to manage gas prices. The national average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas on Saturday is $3.167, a week ago the price is $3.247 , according to AAA.

Happy birthday to Debbie Gantz, Dylan Smith, Wayne Keeler, Tami Jones, Grant Gardner, Carol Abernathy, Megan Brinker, Kevin Clagg, John Isaac Dumas, Susannah Marie Rowell, Victoria Hooper, Sylvia Morales, Kim Murray, Sandy McCaskill, Matias Luna, Tammy Sheehy-Smith, Guadalupe Fuentes, Maria Escobedo, Nereyda Salas and Chris Vieux. ***. The Purcell Public...

The Citizen Potawatomi Nation (CPN) will hold a public meeting on December 19th, 2023. The meeting will discuss the CPN's application for a HUD ICDBG grant. It will be held in the CPN Workforce & Social Services Conference Room in Shawnee, Oklahoma. The main topic is a proposed change to the location of a project funded by a $900,000 HUD Indian Community Development Block Grant (ICDBG).

At Monday night’s regular monthly meeting of the Purcell City Council and Public Works Authority, out-going City Manager Dale Bunn agreed to submit a written transition plan for new City Manager Sam Demel. The council requested the document for the status of all projects, organizational structure, contacts and any...

The Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office says it's partnering with Walmart to spread holiday cheer this year.