Author: Beverly Cantrell
Senator Coleman Comments on the Passing of Ponca City Banker Carl Renfro
PONCA CITY – Sen. Bill Coleman, R-Ponca City, issued the following statement on the passing of former Oklahoma State Regent and longtime local banker Carl Renfro.
“Carl Renfro was nothing short of a great man who leaves behind an even greater legacy. He wasn’t a Ponca City native, but Carl and his family made Ponca City... Read More.
NOC Students Show Appreciation to Tonkawa Police Department
Northern Oklahoma College's Phi Theta Kappa honor society celebrated National Police Week early by delivering a gift bag of goodies to the Tonkawa Police Department.
With NOC dismissing for the semester soon, PTK wanted to show appreciation for the department’s dedication to protecting Tonkawa and the NOC campus. National Police Week honors America’s law enforcement... Read More.
Hazardous chemical detected in Oklahoma air, first known case in North America
A potentially hazardous chemical compound has been picked up in Oklahoma’s air, marking the first time medium-chain chlorinated paraffins (MCCPs) have been detected in North America.
University of Colorado Boulder researchers conducting atmospheric fieldwork in an agricultural region of Oklahoma have identified the first-ever airborne measurements of medium-chain chlorinated paraffins in the Western Hemisphere.
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NOC offering Data Analytics course this summer
Northern Oklahoma College is offering a Data Analytics course during the Summer 2026 semester, giving students an opportunity to gain practical skills that are increasingly valuable in today’s workforce.
Dr. Frankie Wood-Black, Chair of the Engineering, Physical Science and Process Technology Division, says “Data Analysts are in high demand. With the growth of AI, and... Read More.
New ApexCare app aims to expand mental health access across Oklahoma
TULSA, Okla. -
A new app is helping Oklahomans connect with mental health support when they need it most — right from their phones.
24/7 access to counselors
ApexCare allows users to connect with a counselor anytime, day or night, without needing to travel to a clinic. Organizers say the goal is to make help more immediate... Read More.
Trumps call for ABC to fire Jimmy Kimmel — again — after morbid joke about first lady
Donald and Melania Trump both called for ABC to fire Jimmy Kimmel on Monday after a joke last week in which the late-night comic described the first lady as having “the glow of an expectant widow.”
The remark about the president’s wife was part of a routine on Thursday’s “Jimmy Kimmel Live” where the host... Read More.
White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting suspect to be arraigned in federal court
WASHINGTON -The suspected gunman in the shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner will be arraigned Monday in federal court in Washington, D.C.
President Trump was evacuated after shots rang out at the annual media dinner, which was packed with more than 2,500 politicians, journalists and... Read More.
Ponca City Parks & Recreation, Oklahoma Dept of Wildlife Hosting FREE Youth Fishing Clinics in June
Ponca City Parks & Recreation is teaming up with the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation to host FREE fishing clinics for kids ages 5–12.From baiting hooks to casting like a pro and reeling in the “big one,” kids will learn all the basics—no experience needed! Gear is provided for those who need it.Spots are... Read More.
Phillips 66 makes $200,000 contribution in community support to strengthen emergency preparedness in Ponca City
Ponca City Refinery-
In response to the recent tornado activity impacting the Ponca City area, Read More.
Gov. Stitt signs 33 bills, including $1M boost for Oklahoma Task Force 1 rescue team
TULSA, OKLA (KTUL) — Governor Kevin Stitt has signed 33 bills into law, including House Bill 4043, which provides a major investment in the state’s emergency response capabilities.
The legislation allocates $1 million to the Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management to support Oklahoma Task Force 1, an elite, multi-agency urban search and rescue team that responds... Read More.
Oklahoma City marks the 26th Annual Run to Remember with record 30,000 participants
OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. (KOKH) — The Oklahoma City community came together for the 26th annual Run to Remember Marathon, honoring the 168 lives lost in the April 19, 1995, Oklahoma City bombing.
Oklahoma City marks the 26th Annual Run to Remember with a record 30,000 participants.
At least 30,000 runners from all 50 states and... Read More.
