South Central Industries, Inc.

04/05/2026

04/05/2026

Happy Easter from our PEPPS!

04/01/2026

Happy April Fools Day from Ronnie & SCI! fools

03/31/2026

Don’t forget to go out tomorrow and support the Kiwanis pancake feed at the expo. You can buy tickets at the door and you’ll be sure to see (and hear) our very own Jimmy Gibson!

03/25/2026

Your OBU Men’s Basketball team is moving on to the Final Four this Friday at 5 pm!

03/25/2026

Cheering on our OBU Bison today! Let’s keep it going boys. We are proud of you! 💚💛 Oklahoma Baptist University

03/24/2026

✨ Now Available at SCI Housing: A place to live, belong, and thrive 💛

We currently have two housing opportunities available and would love to welcome new members into our community:

🏡 Women’s Group Home (1 Opening)
This is more than a place to live—it’s a place to feel at home.
✔️ 24-hour staff support
✔️ Group meals + family-style living
✔️ Fun outings and activities

Each home includes:
• 6 private apartments
• Private bathrooms
• Large kitchen & dining room
• Game room 🎲
• Safe room
• Laundry room

🏠 Apartment at 323 W 9th (1 Opening)
Perfect for someone looking for independence with built-in community.
✔️ Private apartment, bathroom & kitchenette
✔️ Supportive, close-knit residents who feel like family
✔️ Activities together
✔️ HTS services available if needed

We would prefer an individual with disabilities for this unit to continue supporting our mission of creating inclusive housing opportunities.

At SCI, we believe housing should be more than a roof over your head—it should be a place where you are supported, connected, and valued.

📞 Call us at (405) 275-3851 to learn more or schedule a tour of our campus!

03/22/2026

🏀💚 SHAWNEE… IT’S TIME. 💚🏀

Our very own Oklahoma Baptist University Bison are headed to the DII Elite 8 and we are NOT about to let them go to Pittsburgh without the full force of Shawnee behind them.

Game Details:
📍 Pittsburgh
🆚 2 seed Cal State East Bay Pioneers
🗓️ Wednesday, March 25 @ 1:30 PM (CT)

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💚 LET’S PAINT THE TOWN GREEN 💚

On Wednesday, we’re calling on ALL of Shawnee:

✔️ Wear your OBU gear
✔️ Rock your green
✔️ Turn this town into Bison Territory

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🎥 SEND THE ENERGY

Let’s show the team they’ve got a WHOLE CITY behind them:

👉 Record a quick good luck video
👉 Tag OBU / share it on social
👉 Drop those messages of hype, pride, and “BRING IT HOME” energy

Let’s flood their feeds before tipoff.

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This team is carrying Shawnee on a national stage — let’s make sure they feel it from 1,000 miles away.

💚 Bison Nation, let’s SHOW UP.
💚 Shawnee, let’s SHOW OUT.

03/21/2026

Yesterday was one of those full-circle, heart-full moments. 🏡✨

We had the honor of dedicating two new homes — not just as places to live, but as spaces rooted in legacy, love, and the kind of impact that lasts far beyond walls and a roof.

Lowe Cottage and Carl’s Cottage stand as a tribute to two incredible men, Jim Lowe and the late Carl Packwood, who have each given so much to our mission, our PEEPS, and this community. Their belief in people — in dignity, opportunity, and creating something better — has helped shape so much of what we do today.

These homes carry their names, but more importantly, they carry that spirit. Every life lived inside, every memory made, every new beginning — that’s part of the legacy.

There’s something really powerful about knowing that long after us, these homes will still be standing… still serving… still reminding people that they matter.

That’s what yesterday was about. 💛

03/14/2026

It’s been a busy and meaningful few weeks at South Central Industries, and we’re feeling grateful for the people and moments that keep our mission moving forward.

✨ Our very own Tina Hanna was named one of the 50 Women to KNOW in Oklahoma — a well-deserved recognition for a leader who pours her heart into our PEEPS, our community, and the work we do every day. We are incredibly proud of her!

🍀 We celebrated together at our SCI St. Patrick’s Day Party, filled with laughs, good food, and the kind of joy that reminds us why community matters so much.

🎤 Tina also had the opportunity to speak at the Seminole Chamber, sharing the story of SCI and the impact of creating opportunities, housing, and purpose for the people we serve.

🎨Adult day has been having the time of their lives.

Jessica Nickerson spent a day advocating for communities at the Capitol.

🤝 And in true SCI fashion, Che and Glen rolled up their sleeves and lent a helping hand to Legacy Parenting, because when our neighbors need support, we show up.

From recognition, to celebration, to service — it’s been a great reminder that when we work together, we can create something really special.

03/09/2026

To honor the life and legacy of our dear friend and longtime board member, Carl Packwood, we are hosting this year’s Night to Dream in his memory and renaming it the Carl Packwood Night to Dream.

Carl was a believer in people, in possibilities, and in the kind of joy that comes from creating moments that matter. What a dreamer he was — someone who believed in our PEEPS, celebrated their gifts, and loved seeing our community come together.

He especially loved prom night. One of his greatest joys was watching his daughter, Taylor, perform each year — always eager to see what character she would come up with next. He beamed with pride, laughter, and that unmistakable Carl grin.

This event has always been about joy, dignity, and unforgettable memories — values Carl championed for more than 20 years.

Register Here:
✨ PEEPS Registration:
https://airtable.com/appenc2Kugyc1m8dI/pagpvIcHa9mxlyL0v/form

✨ Volunteer Registration:
https://airtable.com/appenc2Kugyc1m8dI/shrIO1LNCBjxpH08Y

So start planning your most outrageous 80s outfit, grab your friends, and come help us create a night full of music, laughter, and unforgettable memories.

03/03/2026

Today, we honor the life and legacy of our dear friend and longtime board member, Carl Packwood (January 7, 1965 – March 2, 2026).

For more than 20 years, Carl faithfully served South Central Industries with unwavering belief in our mission and the people we serve. He loved our PEEPS, championed the impact we make, and cared deeply about the future of our community.

If you knew Carl, you knew he always had a story to tell (with the right date), a joke to share, and a way of picking at you just enough to make you laugh. He could be a little ornery, but it was always paired with a big heart and genuine care for the people around him. He was the kind of person you met once and never forgot.
Carl believed in Shawnee and in its potential to be its very best. Because of his leadership, encouragement, and steady support, our organization — and our community — are stronger.

Today, our hearts beat a little slower as we remember him and the joy, humor, and dedication he brought into our lives.

Our love and deepest sympathies go out to Cindy, Taylor, and the entire Packwood family. We mourn this loss with you and are grateful for the life, laughter, and legacy Carl leaves behind.

Thank you for everything, Carl. You will be deeply missed and always remembered.