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Scholarships for Child Care are Drying Up. Now Families are Paying the Price

Monday, April 14 by AP

Delaney Griffin, center, plays with toddlers at the child care center where she works, March 13, 2024, in Lexington, Ky.(AP Photo/Dylan Lovan, File)PHOENIX (AP) — For parents who need to work but can’t afford the steep cost of child care, federally funded scholarships can be a lifeline. Delivered through state... Read More.

Greenland Base Commander Fired for ‘Undermining’ JD Vance After Visit

Monday, April 14 by TNND

WASHINGTON (TNND) — The commander of the Pituffik Space Base in Greenland was removed shortly after Vice President JD Vance's visit due to "loss of confidence in her ability to lead."“Actions to undermine the chain of command or to subvert President Trump’s agenda will not be tolerated at the Department of Defense,”... Read More.

The NBA’s playoff chase will end Sunday. Here’s a look at what’s happening:

Sunday, April 13 by The Associated Press

By The Associated Press(AP) — With one day left, the NBA playoff picture is still not in complete focus.It’s crystal-clear in the Eastern Conference, where two playoff matchups are known, the top six seeds are set, and the four play-in spots are all locked in.In the Western Conference, there’s still much to be decided.... Read More.

Kay County Court Filings 04/11/2025

Saturday, April 12 by Ponca City Now

Court Case Number Filed On Party Case Offense or CauseKay CJ-2025-00082 04/11/2025 A DIVISION OF BARRINGTON BANK & TRUST COMPANY, N.A Plaintiff WINTRUST MORTGAGE, et al vs. JARVIS, DAKOTA et al FORECLOSUREKay CJ-2025-00081 04/11/2025 ALEXANDER, PAMELA Defendant CLOUD, DALTON et al vs. CONTINENTAL CARBON COMPANY et al TORTKay CJ-2025-00081 04/11/2025 AND/OR ARK RIVER RV PARK Plaintiff CLOUD, DALTON et al vs. CONTINENTAL CARBON COMPANY et al TORTKay CJ-2025-00081 04/11/2025 ARK... Read More.

Blowout Friday: NBA breaks record with 5 games decided by 30 or more points on the same day

Saturday, April 12 by The Associated Press

By TIM REYNOLDS AP Basketball Writer(AP) — For New Orleans, Charlotte, Washington, and Utah, the seasons will end on Sunday.That might not be soon enough.The Pelicans, Hornets, Wizards, and Jazz — all playing out the string of dismal seasons — along with the playoff-bound Houston Rockets combined to make the wrong kind of NBA... Read More.

Wiggins scores 35 points and Thunder roll over Jazz 145-111 for 31st road victory

Saturday, April 12 by The Associated Press

By JOHN COON Associated PressSALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Aaron Wiggins scored 35 points and Isaiah Joe added 32 on a career-high 10 3-pointers to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 145-111 victory over the Utah Jazz on Friday night.Jaylin Williams added 15 points, 11 rebounds, and 10 assists to help power the... Read More.

US measles cases surpass 700 with outbreaks in six states. Here’s what to know:

Saturday, April 12 by The Associated Press

By DEVI SHASTRI AP Health Writer(AP) — U.S. measles cases topped 700 as of Friday, capping a week in which Indiana joined five others states with active outbreaks, Texas grew by another 60 cases, and a third measles-related death was made public.Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. claimed in a televised Cabinet meeting on... Read More.

Schools lined up for help getting cleaner school buses. Then came the EPA freeze.

Saturday, April 12 by The Associated Press

By MICHAEL CASEY and ALEXA ST. JOHN Associated PressBOSTON (AP) — Looking to cut pollution from its fleet of diesel-burning school buses, an Oklahoma school district last year doubled its electric vehicles.The Shawnee Public Schools, a 3,300-student district about 35 miles (56 kilometers) east of Oklahoma City in a county that voted overwhelmingly for... Read More.

Kay County Court Filings 04/10/2025

Friday, April 11 by Ponca City Now

Court Case Number Filed On Party Case Offense or CauseKay CJ-2025-00079 04/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS NATIONAL BANK Plaintiff AMERICAN EXPRESS NATIONAL BANK vs. VANTUYL, JEREMY INDEBTEDNESSKay CS-2025-00206 04/10/2025 AS ASSIGNEE OF CAPITAL ONE, N.A. Plaintiff CAVALRY SPV I LLC et al vs. RAULSTON, STEPHANIE INDEBTEDNESSKay CS-2025-00206 04/10/2025 CAVALRY SPV I LLC Plaintiff CAVALRY SPV I LLC et al vs. RAULSTON, STEPHANIE INDEBTEDNESSKay CS-2025-00205 04/10/2025 CITIBANK, N.A. Plaintiff CITIBANK, N.A. vs. ROBBINS, PAUL ANTHONY INDEBTEDNESSKay Read More.

Police Logs 04/10/2025

Friday, April 11 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.

Oklahoma woman among finalists in $1 million Lay’s ‘Do Us a Flavor’ contest

Friday, April 11 by News 6

SAPULPA, Okla. -An Oklahoma woman is one of three finalists in Lay’s national “Do Us a Flavor” competition, and her savory, nostalgic chip idea could win her a $1 million prize.Paula George of Sapulpa, Okla., submitted her “Bacon Grilled Cheese” flavor, inspired by a cherished recipe passed down from her late father.Her creation will... Read More.

Area Forecast

Friday, April 11 by Ponca City Now-NWS

Today Sunny, with a high near 73. North wind 5 to 7 mph.Tonight Clear, with a low around 44. East northeast wind 5 to 8 mph becoming southeast after midnight.Saturday Sunny, with a high near 79. South wind 9 to 14 mph increasing to 18 to 23 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as... Read More.