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Lawmakers push to make student cellphone ban permanent in Oklahoma schools

by KTUL
TULSA, Okla. (KTUL) — Two Oklahoma lawmakers are working to make a temporary ban on student cellphone use during school hours permanent. Rep. Chad Caldwell and Sen. Ally Seifried have filed bills in the House and Senate, respectively, to extend the current one-year statewide ban. The proposed legislation would require all public schools to enforce the... Read More.

Oklahoma bill proposes courtroom cameras for transparency and accountability

by KTUL
TULSA, Okla. (KTUL) — A new bill, Senate Bill 1386, has been introduced in Oklahoma, proposing the mandatory use of cameras in all public courtrooms across the state. The legislation aims to enhance transparency and accountability in the justice system by requiring audio and video recording of court proceedings, with livestreaming whenever technically feasible. The footage... Read More.

OBI asking for donations amid region-wide blood shortage

by News 6
TULSA, Okla. - Our Blood Institute says it is in need of people to come and donate blood. It has about a day’s worth of blood but needs enough to cover two to three days. OBI says not as many people are donating right now, so their supply is running low. They especially need people with Type... Read More.
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PCPS Inclement Weather Procedures

by Ponca City Now-PCPS
Ponca City Public Schools (PCPS) officials wish to remind students, staff, parents, and patrons of the protocols for school closure notifications due to inclement weather. Notification Timing & Verification  In the event of inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances, the District will make every effort to announce a school closure by 6:00 a.m. on the day... Read More.

NOC named Tonkawa Chamber ‘Business of the Year’

by Ponca City Now
Northern Oklahoma College was named Tonkawa Chamber of Commerce “Business of the Year” at the chamber banquet at the Renfro Center Thursday night. President Diana Morris said, “It was incredibly gratifying to see the outstanding work the NOC team does each and every day (and night!) recognized by the Tonkawa Chamber of Commerce.  I try... Read More.
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Fugate Introduces Bill to Stop Use of Credit Scores in Setting Insurance Rates

by Ponca City Now
OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Andy Fugate, D–Del City, introduced House Bill 4286 to prohibit insurance companies from using a person’s credit history or credit score to determine the rates they pay for insurance. The measure is designed to protect hardworking Oklahomans who are being priced out of basic financial stability by an insurance system that... Read More.

Mad Science brings hands-on experiments, STEM learning to Oklahoma schools

by News 9
OKLAHOMA CITY - Mad Science partners with schools to offer STEM enrichment programs designed to boost academic achievement while sparking curiosity and creativity. Through interactive experiments and guided activities, students reinforce classroom learning by doing rather than just observing. The programs are typically offered as weekly, one-hour after-school workshops that run four to six weeks. Classes... Read More.
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Manhunt underway after suspect escapes standoff in Bryan County

by News 9
Deputies in Bryan County are searching for a man they say escaped a home during a standoff with law enforcement on Saturday. The Bryan County Sheriff’s Office says Jimmy Blow held four people hostage in a home in Cartwright. Authorities say the victims were removed safely hours later, but believe Blow escaped through a trap... Read More.

Speaker Kyle Hilbert Files Legislation to Give Oklahoma One of the Strongest Early Literacy Laws in the Country

by Ponca City Now
OKLAHOMA CITY – Speaker of the House Kyle Hilbert, R-Bristow, has filed legislation to strengthen Oklahoma’s Strong Readers Act, reinforcing the state’s commitment to ensuring every child can read at or above grade level by the end of third grade. “Reading is not optional, it is foundational,” Speaker Hilbert said. “If a child cannot read,... Read More.
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