A local university is hoping to inspire a few new ideas in the business world and teach women the steps to setting up a successful business.

For those special members of the community who have fought for our freedoms, businesses around the community will be giving back this Veteran's Day.

Residents in Shawnee are being asked to spend their money locally, and the Greater Shawnee Chamber of Commerce is now providing incentives for shoppers who spend money at local businesses.