Shawnee News

On Tuesday, Native American author and Shawnee Chief emeritus Jim Great Elk Waters will launch the release of his new book, "View From the Medicine Lodge - 2012" at the Boneyfiddle Art Center, at Second and Court streets in Portsmouth.

A variety of Easter services will be offered in churches throughout the area this weekend.

A new tai chi class for women will start at 1 p.m. April 18. Josephine Morozowsky is the instructor.

The Center for Seniors Meals on Wheels program had its annual Mayors For Meals Day on Wednesday as part of the 2012 March For Meals campaign.

Shawnee State University will be having a Rummage Sale from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. today in the University Center as part of their effort to raise funds for December's 'Alternative Winter Break.' During the 'Altnernative Breaks,' students spend their vacation traveling to other parts of the country to do community service.