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Construction on I-44/Highway 75 in Tulsa Begins Monday, What Drivers Need to Know

Monday, April 7 by News 6

Major work begins Monday to redesign the I-44 and Highway 75 interchange nicknamed “Tulsa Stonehenge” because of the empty bridge piers around the site.The Oklahoma Department of Transportation says the columns, known as “Tulsa Stonehenge,” were part of initial work started in 2022. This next phase includes widening Highway 75, replacing the 61st Street interchange,... Read More.

Oklahoma Senate Passes Bill Making Death Penalty an Option for First-Time Child Rapists

Monday, April 7 by News 9

OKLAHOMA CITY -A bill that would make the death penalty or life without parole a possible punishment for first-time convictions of child sex abuse has passed the Oklahoma Senate with bipartisan support.Current Law Current state law allows those convicted of certain sex crimes against children under 14 to be sentenced to death or life... Read More.

Deadline Approaching: Real ID Required for Domestic Travel Starting May 7

Monday, April 7 by News 9

OKLAHOMA CITY -Oklahomans have just 30 days left to obtain a REAL ID ahead of a major federal deadline. Starting May 7, travelers will need a REAL ID, a valid U.S. passport, or another federally approved form of identification to board domestic flights, access military bases, and enter certain federal buildings.Related: REAL... Read More.

Ponca City School Menus for the Week of 04/07/2025

Sunday, April 6 by Ponca City Now

EAST MID HIGH04/0704/0804/0904/1004/11BreakfastBreakfast TacoCereal, Rte Bowl Variety WgPoptart, Wg Single AssortedDonuts, SuperbakeryPBJYogurt Fruit Granola Parfait BaconScrambled EggsBiscuitCereal, Rte Bowl Variety WgPoptart, Wg Single AssortedDonuts, SuperbakeryPBJYogurt Fruit Granola Parfait Pancake Sausage on a StickCereal, Rte Bowl Variety WgPoptart, Wg Single AssortedDonuts, SuperbakeryPBJYogurt Fruit Granola Parfait Biscuits and GravyCereal, Rte Bowl Variety WgPoptart, Wg Single AssortedDonuts, SuperbakeryPBJYogurt Fruit Granola... Read More.

Mississippi and Kentucky seek to become first states to end personal income tax since 1980

Sunday, April 6 by The Associated Press

By DAVID A. LIEB Associated PressAP — About 45 years have passed since a U.S. state last eliminated its income tax on wages and salaries. But with recent actions in Mississippi and Kentucky, two states now are on a path to do so, if their economies keep growing.The push to zero out the income... Read More.

Kay County Court Filings 04/04/2025

Saturday, April 5 by Ponca City Now

Court Case Number Filed On Party Case Offense or CauseKay PB-2025-00037 04/04/2025 BARRAGAN, MIGUEL CACHO Plaintiff IN THE MATTER OF BARRAGAN, MIGUEL CACHO ADMINISTRATION OF ESTATEKay CS-2025-00191 04/04/2025 CAPITAL ONE, N.A. Plaintiff CAPITAL ONE, N.A. vs. HINDMAN, CLINTON JAMES INDEBTEDNESSKay ML-2025-00057 04/04/2025 CASTRO, ANGELICA Person 2 ORMONDE, TROY JOSEPH JR vs. CASTRO, ANGELICA MARRIAGE LICENSE APPLICATION - MARRIAGE LICENSE ISSUEDKay PO-2025-00025 04/04/2025 DAVIS, E-STA-SKA RAIN Plaintiff DAVIS, E-STA-SKA RAIN vs. SENTEL, IZAIAH... Read More.

Thunder’s Gilgeous-Alexander passes Jordan with 70th straight 20-point game

Saturday, April 5 by The Associated Press

By KRISTIE RIEKEN AP Sports WriterHOUSTON (AP) — Oklahoma City’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander reached 20 points on Friday night against the Houston Rockets for the 70th straight game, moving past Michael Jordan for the fourth-longest single-season streak in NBA history.Gilgeous-Alexander made 1 of 2 free throws at the end of the third quarter to give... Read More.

Tulsa man charged with murder in fatal shooting of beloved Kansas priest

Saturday, April 5 by The Associated Press

SENECA, Kan. (AP) — An Oklahoma man has been charged with first-degree murder in the fatal shooting a Catholic priest at a church rectory in northeast Kansas, authorities said on Friday.Officers called to the Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Seneca on Thursday afternoon found Arul Carasala with gunshot wounds outside the rectory,... Read More.

Kay County Court Filings 04/03/2025

Friday, April 4 by Ponca City Now

Court Case Number Filed On Party Case Offense or CauseKay SC-2025-00266 04/03/2025 ANDERSON, LENNY A Defendant WIN-CO FINANCE vs. ANDERSON, LENNY A MONEY JUDGEMENTKay PB-2025-00035 04/03/2025 ANSON, FRED RALPH Plaintiff IN THE MATTER OF ANSON, FRED RALPH ADMINISTRATION OF ESTATEKay SC-2025-00267 04/03/2025 COBURN, LEE O Defendant WIN-CO FINANCE vs. COBURN, LEE O MONEY JUDGEMENTKay PB-2025-00034 04/03/2025 COMBEST, ROBIN ALLEAN Plaintiff IN THE MATTER OF COMBEST, ROBIN ALLEAN ADMINISTRATION OF ESTATEKay FP-2025-00018 04/03/2025 COY, RILEY J Defendant JURADO,... Read More.

Police Logs 04/03/2025

Friday, April 4 by Ponca City Now

Ponca City Crime Stoppers Anyone wishing to send an anonymous tip online to any crime in Ponca City can do so at https://www.tipsubmit.com/WebTips.aspx?AgencyID=496 fill out the tip sheet, and send the information. You can text PCPD plus your message to CRIMES (274637) from your cell phone. If you want to contact us by email... Read More.

Ponca City’s Annual Seed Swap Saturday

Friday, April 4 by Ponca City Now

Ponca City's Annual Seed Swap is Saturday April 5 at City Central at S. 5th and Central, hosted by Sunny Creek Trading Post.This year will be bigger than ever so bring your seeds and live plants to swap and a ready-to-learn attitude.There will be demonstrations, Q&A's, info booths, and supplies to get you started... Read More.

Bill to Expand High School Completion Age Passes Committee

Friday, April 4 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – House Speaker Pro Tempore Anthony Moore, R-Clinton, on Wednesday passed a bill in committee that would extend the age for a person wishing to complete their high school education. Senate Bill 745 would amend Oklahoma's high school learner statute, allowing individuals up to the age of 30 to complete high school.... Read More.