NOC Enid Planetarium Show Set for April 3

The Mackie Planetarium on the NOC Enid campus will present the next show on Thursday, April 3, at 7 p.m.Planetarium director Fritz Osell will present the night sky over Enid and show prominent constellations and planets in the early evening sky.  He will also point out where Mars will be in the constellation Gemini... Read More.

House Adopts Resolution Recognizing April as Child Abuse Prevention Month

OKLAHOMA CITY – The House of Representatives officially recognizes April as Child Abuse Prevention Month in Oklahoma by adopting House Resolution 1011, sponsored by Rep. Cynthia Roe, R-Lindsay. This resolution acknowledges the importance of raising awareness about child abuse prevention and taking collective action to protect Oklahoma’s children and strengthen families.In Oklahoma, there... Read More.
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20 Staffers Accused of Abusing Students or Not Reporting it at Pennsylvania Charter School

Twenty staffers at a suburban Philadelphia charter school are facing charges related to the alleged physical abuse of students using painful, unapproved techniques to restrain and punish youths in a program meant to help them deal with emotional issues, authorities announced Monday.Delaware County District Attorney Jack Stollsteimer said the counts involve acts against 26... Read More.

Kay County Court Filings 03/31/2025

Court Case Number Filed On Party Case Offense or CauseKay CV-2025-00039 03/31/2025 AN INDIVIDUAL Defendant HARADER, SCOTT ALLEN et al vs. ESTATE OF ROSE MARY HARADER et al QUIET TITLEKay CV-2025-00039 03/31/2025 AN INDIVIDUAL Plaintiff HARADER, SCOTT ALLEN et al vs. ESTATE OF ROSE MARY HARADER et al QUIET TITLEKay CV-2025-00039 03/31/2025 AND Defendant HARADER, SCOTT ALLEN et al vs. ESTATE OF ROSE MARY HARADER et al QUIET... Read More.

Ponca City Firefighters Train for High-Stakes Rescues

At Station #1 at 5th and Grand Ave., crews are honing their skills in critical, real-life scenarios. This week’s training focuses on: Aerial Ladder Entry for Multi-Story Buildings – Mastering ladder operations to access upper floors quickly and safely, Search & Rescue – Navigating smoke-filled environments to locate and remove victims. Firefighter Down Rescue – Practicing rapid... Read More.
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SSA Revises in-Person Verification Policy, Extends Deadline

TULSA, Okla. (KTUL) — The Social Security Administration (SSA) recently announced changes to its identity proofing requirements, causing concern among some recipients, especially those with disabilities or limited access to Social Security offices.While a policy update has since been issued in response to public outcry, some recipients say they are still anxious about the future... Read More.

Sen. Weaver Secures Senate Approval for Bill Expanding Definition of Aggravated DUI

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma Senate has passed a comprehensive measure by Senator Darrell Weaver, R-Moore, aimed at strengthening penalties for impaired drivers and enhancing efforts to prevent repeat DUI offenses.Senate Bill 54 expands the definition of aggravated DUI to include individuals convicted of driving under the influence while also committing offenses such as causing... Read More.
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PCPD Looking for Suspect in Attempted Armed Robbery at Stop-N-Go

In the early hours of March 30th, Officers with the Ponca City Police Department responded to Stop-N-Go at 501 W. Highland Ave. in response to an attempted Armed Robbery. The subject, described by witnesses as a black male, wearing a blue hoodie and a white ski mask, walked into the store and pointed a firearm... Read More.