Beverly Cantrell, Author at Ponca City Now

Oklahoma Senate Approves Bill to Make Domestic Abuse Around Children a Felony

Tuesday, March 10 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma Senate on Monday overwhelmingly passed legislation from Sen. Bill Coleman, R-Ponca City, that aims to break the cycle of abuse caused by domestic violence. Coleman passed Senate Bill 1238 42 to 3 to increase penalties for domestic abuse in the presence of a child by making the first offense a felony crime.... Read More.

Drummond pursues motion to support Trump Administration’s rollback of extremist vehicle emissions standards

Tuesday, March 10 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – Attorney General Gentner Drummond has filed a motion to intervene with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit in support of the Trump Administration’s efforts to eliminate radical regulations of carbon emissions. At issue is a decision by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to rescind the 2009 Greenhouse Gas Endangerment... Read More.

Owasso students to perform at Carnegie Hall after national selection

Tuesday, March 10 by KTUL

OWASSO, OKLA. — A group of young musicians from Owasso is preparing for a performance many artists only dream of — taking the stage at Carnegie Hall in New York City. Students from Foyil Music Studio have been chosen to participate in the National Masterwork Chorus, a distinguished ensemble made up of top student performers... Read More.

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Lt. Gov. Matt Pinnell says he will not run for governor

Tuesday, March 10 by News 9

Matt Pinnell announced he will not be a candidate for governor or any other elected office this year, ending speculation about his political future. In a public statement made on Facebook, Pinnell said he and his wife, Lisa, previously decided they were ready for a new chapter outside politics. He said recent developments involving Oklahoma’s... Read More.

US military kills 6 in strike on alleged drug boat in the Eastern Pacific

Tuesday, March 10 by AP

WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. military said it killed six men Sunday in a strike on an alleged drug-smuggling vessel in the eastern Pacific Ocean as part of the Trump administration’s campaign against alleged traffickers. Sunday’s attack brought the death toll to at least 157 people since the Trump administration began targeting those... Read More.

Literacy Fun Walk & Born Learning Trail Ribbon Cutting at War Memorial Park

Monday, March 9 by Ponca City Now

Join United Way for a fun, family-friendly event celebrating literacy, learning, and healthy communities! The Literacy Fun Walk is designed to encourage reading and support literacy efforts across Kay County while bringing families together for an engaging outdoor experience. Literacy Fun Walk & Born Learning Trail Ribbon Cutting Saturday, April 11, 2026 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM War... Read More.

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Gov. Stitt declares State of Emergency for several Oklahoma counties after storms

Monday, March 9 by News 6

Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt declared a disaster emergency for several counties after severe weather caused damage across parts of the state. According to the executive order, storms beginning March 5 brought tornadoes, straight-line winds and flooding that damaged homes and other property. The disaster declaration includes Alfalfa, Creek, Grant, Major, Okmulgee, Rogers, Tulsa and Wagoner Counties. The... Read More.

How to get an Oklahoma high school diploma in days using your old test scores

Monday, March 9 by News 6

For years, the path to a high school equivalency in Oklahoma was a rigid “all or nothing” game. You either passed the GED or HiSET with a perfect average score, or you walked away with nothing—even if you excelled in math or science. “It’s heartbreaking to tell a student they passed every content area but... Read More.

Eighth District Attorney Office Forfeited Vehicle Sheriff Sale Friday

Monday, March 9 by Ponca City Now

Sale will be by Sheriff's Auction to be held at Kay County Sheriff’s Office Gun Range, particularly described as the south side of 1101 East Dry Road, (entrance is on Highway 77) Newkirk, Oklahoma on the 13th day of March, 2026 at the hour of 10:00 a.m. Signs will be posted! Viewing is available... Read More.

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Schreiber bill to address homelessness, decrease crime recidivism advances to House Floor

Monday, March 9 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Suzanne Schreiber, D-Tulsa, passed HB 4200 out of the Committee on Health and Human Services Oversight. The measure seeks to close a public safety gap by standing up Forensic Assertive Community Treatment (FACT) teams across the state to address the revolving door between homeless individuals with severe mental illness... Read More.

7th U.S. service member dies in war with Iran, new supreme leader named

Monday, March 9 by AP-CBS

CBS News What to know on the ninth day of the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran President Trump, who has called for Iran’s “unconditional surrender,” indicated on Saturday he has no timetable for the war, telling reporters, “I never project that, whatever it takes.” Mr. Trump told CBS News that the U.S. has been... Read More.

Two Fatalities in House Fire Friday Afternoon in Ponca City, Cause Under Investigation

Friday, March 6 by Ponca City Now-City of Ponca City

On March 6 at 1:14 pm, the Ponca City Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire in the 2300 block of Oriole. The first unit arrived on scene within four minutes and encountered heavy fire and smoke coming from the side of the residence. Fire attack and rescue crews entered the home and located a... Read More.