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Last Day to Apply For Voter Registration to be Eligible to Vote in the February 11 Election is January 17

Monday, January 6 by Ponca City Now

January 17, 2025 is the last day to apply for voter registration in order to be eligible to vote in the February 11, 2025 Ponca City Municipal Election, according to Kay County Election Board Secretary Carol Leaming. Leaming said that persons who are United States Citizens, residents of Oklahoma, and at least 17 ½ years... Read More.

Call For Grand Jury Investigation Nears Deadline

Monday, January 6 by Ponca City Now

An effort to launch a grand jury investigation into Oklahoma’s Department of Human Services must meet a deadline on Friday, Jan. 10, according to its organizers. Launched in October, the initiative is backed by the Oklahoma NAACP, Oklahomans for Children’s Rights, and republican State Rep. Justin “JJ” Humphrey. Lynda Steele, an activist volunteering on behalf... Read More.

PCPS Reminding Students, Staff, Parents and Patrons How They Will be Notified if School Closed Due to Inclement Weather

Monday, January 6 by Ponca City Now

With winter weather expected to come in this weekend, PCPS officials want to remind students, staff, parents and patrons of how they will be notified if school is closed due to inclement weather.If school will be closed for inclement weather or another unforeseen reason, every effort will be made to make an announcement by... Read More.

How To Spot Frostbite During Freezing Temperatures

Monday, January 6 by Ponca City Now

When temperatures drop below zero, frostbite becomes a serious risk and it can happen faster than you think. Look out for signs like redness, numbness, or pain in any part of your skin. You might also notice white or grayish-yellow patches or skin that feels waxy or firm. If you think you have frostbite, go inside, change... Read More.

No. 12 OU breaks win streak in 107-79 loss to No. 5 Alabama in SEC opener

Sunday, January 5 by Ponca City Now

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) — Mark Sears scored 22 points and had 10 assists, and No. 5 Alabama dominated in every way for a 107-79 victory over No. 12 and previously unbeaten Oklahoma on Saturday night in the Southeastern Conference opener for both teams.Grant Nelson had 12 points and 11 rebounds, Labaron Philon added 16,... Read More.

OSU falls 69-50 to West Virginia

Sunday, January 5 by Ponca City Now

MORGANTOWN, W. Va. (AP) — Javon Small scored 24 points and grabbed 11 rebounds, Jonathan Powell scored 17 points, and West Virginia never trailed in a 69-50 win over Oklahoma State on Saturday.Eduardo Andre grabbed 10 rebounds for West Virginia (11-2, 2-0 Big 12) who now has won seven straight.Reserve Marchellus Avery scored 15... Read More.

Plan Ahead For Cold Weather so You Can be Prepared

Saturday, January 4 by Ponca City Now

Forecast-COLD!! The Utility Maintenance Department would like to help prevent costly plumbing repairs or damage to your home. The forecast predicting extremely cold weather and low wind chills causes lots of water issues and hopefully following these tips will help! 1. If you have had problems with frozen pipes in the past, keep a trickle of... Read More.

Kay County Court Filings 01/03/2025

Saturday, January 4 by Ponca City Now

Court Case Number Filed On Party Case Offense or CauseKay CJ-2025-00002 01/03/2025 AND Defendant NORTHCUTT, DANA L vs. PONCA CITY DISCOUNT FOODS et al NEGLIGENCEKay CJ-2025-00001 01/03/2025 ANDREWS, ROGER DDS Defendant TOMPKINS, CHERYL vs. PONCA CITY DENTAL GROUP, PLLC et al NEGLIGENCEKay CM-2025-00001 01/03/2025 BARKER, CHRISTOPHER LEE Defendant STATE OF OKLAHOMA vs. BARKER, CHRISTOPHER LEE DUI (BPD) (MIS)Kay SC-2025-00002 01/03/2025 BEECHER, MICHELLE MARIE Defendant STEVENSON LAW FIRM PLLC vs. BEECHER, MICHELLE MARIE MONEY... Read More.

Gilgeous-Alexander scores 33 as Thunder rally past Knicks 117-107 for 14th straight win

Saturday, January 4 by Ponca City Now

By TIM WILLERT Associated PressOKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 33 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder rallied in the fourth quarter to win their 14th straight regular-season game, 117-107 over the New York Knicks on Friday night.Jalen Williams added 20 points and Aaron Wiggins scored 15 of his 19 points in the... Read More.

DOJ finds OKC police discriminate against people with behavioral disabilities

Saturday, January 4 by Ponca City Now

By SEAN MURPHY Associated Press OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Oklahoma City and its police department have discriminated against people with behavioral health disabilities, the U.S. Department of Justice said on Friday after releasing the latest in a series of investigations into state and local law enforcement agencies. In its 45-page report, the DOJ found the city... Read More.

Kay County Court Filings 01/02/2025

Friday, January 3 by Ponca City Now

Court Case Number Filed On Party Case Offense or CauseKay CF-2025-00003 01/02/2025 COX, KYLE JAMES Defendant STATE OF OKLAHOMA vs. COX, KYLE JAMES DOMESTIC ABUSE-A&B (FEL) 2ND AND SUBSEQUENT-AFC 2+Kay CF-2025-00001 01/02/2025 DEWBERRY, GREGORY LAMAR Defendant STATE OF OKLAHOMA vs. DEWBERRY, GREGORY LAMAR ENDANGERING OTHERS W/ELUDING/ATTEMPTING TO ELUDE POLICE (FEL)Kay CS-2025-00003 01/02/2025 ENIGUEZ, ANDREA Defendant MIDLAND CREDIT MANAGEMENT INC vs. ENIGUEZ, ANDREA INDEBTEDNESSKay ML-2025-00001 01/02/2025 EWERS, BRIANNA EMILY Person 2 LANG, CHAD... Read More.

Police Logs 01/02/2025

Friday, January 3 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.