Pogo is a county-wide movement with a goal: to make Pottawatomie County the healthiest in Oklahoma.

On Tuesday, June 23, community partners and health advocates gathered at Oklahoma Baptist University for a halftime celebration of Pottawatomie County’s Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP), taking stock of six months of community-driven work and looking ahead to a strong second half of 2026. The event featured a progress report on six months of collaborative work across the county’s health coalitions — including approval of Shawnee’s Safe Streets for All action plan, par

The 4th of July is for celebrating — the burgers, the fireworks, all of it. But feeling great on July 5th doesn't require willpower, just a few sneaky swaps nobody at your cookout will notice. From the grill to the dessert table, here's how Pott County does the holiday right.

Oklahoma summers make a strong case for staying inside — but staying socially connected is just as vital to your health as diet and exercise. From rec leagues and potlucks to festivals and volunteering, here's your guide to the best things to do in Pottawatomie County with your people.

Summer has officially arrived in Shawnee — and Pottawatomie County is packed with ways to make it a healthy one. From sunrise swims at Twin Lakes and Saturday mornings at the farmers market to pickleball, disc golf, and glow bowling on the hottest days, there's no shortage of ways to get moving right here at home.

Nearly half of Pottawatomie County residents don't feel connected to their community, and it's affecting everything from mental health to physical activity. This summer, Pogo is doing something about it. The Gather & Go Challenge invites you to team up, rack up steps, and strengthen the relationships that make life better. Sign up by July 1.

Here at Pogo, we talk a lot about making Pottawatomie County, Oklahoma a place people want to live a little, longer. And a place worth living in for a long time is a place you can actually get around safely — behind the wheel, on foot, or on a bike.

Every first Wednesday in May, kids across the country trade the bus and the car line for their bikes. This year, Pottawatomie County showed up and showed out — and Pogo was right there for the ride. Here's why Bike to School Day matters, what we learned along the way, and how to make every morning a good morning on two wheels.

leep is superfood for our mental and physical health. Problem is, many of us aren’t getting enough. Adequate sleep is associated with lower stress levels, decreased depression and anxiety symptoms, stronger immune function, improved cardiovascular health, hormonal regulation, and enhanced mood stability. Despite its importance, many people do not consistently get the quality or quantity of sleep needed for optimal health.