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NOC Hosts Camps for Summer

Monday, April 14 by Ponca City Now

Northern Oklahoma College hosts a number of summer camps on the Tonkawa and Enid campuses.The following is a schedule of camp dates:TonkawaGirls Basketball Camp (Grades K-3), June 9-11Nursing Camp, June 19Girls Basketball Camp (Grades 3-6), June 22-26 (Overnight)Mavs Softball Prospect Camp, June 26-29Maverick Power Wrestling Camp, June 30-July 3 (Overnight)Girls Basketball Camp (Grades 7-12),... Read More.

Ex-educator loses defamation lawsuit; court dismisses claims against Ryan Walters

Monday, April 14 by KOKH

OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLA (KOKH) — On Thursday, April 10, a federal judge ruled in favor of State Superintendent Ryan Walters in a lawsuit filed by Summer Boismier, a former Norman High School English teacher.Boismier resigned from her position following parental complaints of her sharing a QR code to... Read More.

IRS Stimulus Credit deadline is April 15: What to know before time runs out

Monday, April 14 by News 9

WASHINGTON -Time is running out for eligible taxpayers to claim the 2021 Recovery Rebate Credit — the deadline is April 15. While the IRS is issuing automatic payments to those who mistakenly left the credit off their 2021 returns, others must file to receive up to $1,400. Here's what to know.RELEVANT: Tax returns: Tips... Read More.

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.

Ponca City School Menus for the Week of 04/14/2025

Sunday, April 13 by Ponca City Now

EAST MID HIGH04/1404/1504/1604/1704/18BreakfastBreakfast TacoCereal, Rte Bowl Variety WgPoptart, Wg Single AssortedDonuts, SuperbakeryPBJYogurt Fruit Granola Parfait Croissant Breakfast SandwichCereal, Rte Bowl Variety WgPoptart, Wg Single AssortedDonuts, SuperbakeryPBJYogurt Fruit Granola Parfait Biscuit/Sausage/CheeseCereal, Rte Bowl Variety WgPoptart, Wg Single AssortedDonuts, SuperbakeryPBJYogurt Fruit Granola Parfait Biscuits and GravyCereal, Rte Bowl Variety WgPoptart, Wg Single AssortedDonuts, SuperbakeryPBJYogurt Fruit Granola Parfait Breakfast Casserole, SausageMuffin,... 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.