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Kay County Court Filings 04/30/2025

Thursday, May 1 by Ponca City Now

Court Case Number Filed On Party Case Offense or CauseKay TR-2025-00503 04/30/2025 ADAMS, BRITTANY J Defendant STATE OF OKLAHOMA vs. ADAMS, BRITTANY J NO SEAT BELT (TR) DRIVER NOT WEARING SEAT BELTKay TR-2025-00504 04/30/2025 ADLER, JORDYN J Defendant STATE OF OKLAHOMA vs. ADLER, JORDYN J NO SEAT BELT (TR) DRIVER NOT WEARING SEAT BELTKay FP-2025-00026 04/30/2025 AILEY, JACOB S Plaintiff AILEY, JACOB S vs. URBAN, SHYLA M PATERNITYKay Read More.

Police Logs 04/30/2025

Thursday, May 1 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.

Dr. Ryan Burkett Graduates from TechCAP Leadership Program

Thursday, May 1 by Ponca City Now

Ponca City - Pioneer Technology Center proudly congratulates Dr. Ryan Burkett, Instructional Director of Trade and Industry Services, on his graduation from the Technology Center Administrator Program (TechCAP). This highly respected leadership initiative is designed to support both current and aspiring leaders within Oklahoma’s CareerTech System. Through TechCAP, participants gain a deeper understanding of... Read More.

Otoe-Missouria Tribe Opens New WIC Location in Ponca City

Thursday, May 1 by Ponca City Now

Ponca City - The Otoe-Missouria Women, Infant and Children (WIC) program opens its new location May 1 at 314 N. 5th Street to serve Ponca City families.The former Albright Insurance Building was purchased by the tribe last year and is the newly remodeled location of the Ponca City WIC Clinic. This is the third building... Read More.

Help Stamp Out Hunger on Saturday, May 10th

Thursday, May 1 by Ponca City Now

Join this nationwide effort to fight hunger by leaving a sturdy bag of non-perishable food by your mailbox. Your letter carrier will pick it up and help get it to those in need—it’s that simple!Local volunteers and community partners are working together to make sure pantries and Blessing Boxes across our area stay stocked... Read More.

Need legal help? Oklahoma Bar Association offers free advice through ‘Ask a Lawyer’ hotline

Thursday, May 1 by News 6

TULSA, Okla. -If you’ve ever needed legal advice but couldn’t afford a lawyer, May 1 is your chance to get answers for free.The Oklahoma Bar Association is once again hosting its annual Law Day, and there is also an opportunity to get residents connected with licensed attorneys through the ‘Ask a Lawyer’ hotline. What Is Law... Read More.

UPS cutting 20,000 jobs amid reduction in Amazon shipments

Thursday, May 1 by News 9

UPS announced it is planning to cut 20,000 jobs this year, part of a cost-cutting effort that's linked to the delivery giant's decision to deliver fewer packages from Amazon, its biggest customer.The company also said it plans to close more than 70 stores by the end of June. According to UPS, 40 of its... Read More.

Trump administration cuts $1 billion in school mental health grants, citing conflict of priorities

Thursday, May 1 by AP

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration is moving to cancel $1 billion in school mental health grants, saying they reflect the priorities of the previous administration.Grant recipients were notified Tuesday that the funding will not be continued after this year. A gun violence bill signed by Democratic President Joe Biden in 2022... Read More.

Chubby Checker, Joe Cocker, Bad Company, Cyndi Lauper and Outkast get into Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

Thursday, May 1 by AP

NEW YORK (AP) — First-time nominees Chubby Checker, Joe Cocker and Bad Company will be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, a class that also includes pop star Cyndi Lauper, the hip-hop pioneers Outkast, the rock duo the White Stripes and grunge masters Soundgarden.Salt-N-Pepa, the first... Read More.

Lake Waxhoma dam patch installed in 2021 fails; Barnsdall mayor warns of flooding

Wednesday, April 30 by News 6

OSAGE COUNTY, Okla. -A temporary patch made to the Lake Waxhoma dam in Osage County has failed, sending water pouring over a damaged section of the spillway and raising concerns about downstream flooding.Osage SkyNews 6 captured live aerial footage Wednesday afternoon showing water flowing from the base of the dam, where a patch had been... Read More.

Police Logs 04/29/2025

Wednesday, April 30 by Ponca City Now

BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING

Wednesday, April 30 by Ponca City Now

The Ponca City Board of Commissioners met in regular session on April 28, 2025. Mayor Kelsey Wagner called the meeting to order, which was followed by the pledge of allegiance. Commissioners Stephanie Austin and Garrett Bowers were in attendance. Commissioner Robert Bodick was absent.Ceremonies and Proclamations Under Ceremonies and Proclamations, Tonkawa City Manager, Nick Payne,... Read More.