Beverly Cantrell, Author at Ponca City Now

NOC plans DMI Student Showcase, Epic Shorts Film Festival

Wednesday, April 29 by Ponca City Now

The Northern Oklahoma College Digital Media Institute’s Annual Student Showcase will be held on Friday, May 1, from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. in Wilkin Hall room 108/110 in Tonkawa. DMI’s graduating students will be showcasing their creative skills in Maya, After Effects, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, and much more. Visitors are welcome to take a tour,... Read More.

Pioneer Tech Celebrates Practical Nursing Pinning Ceremony

Wednesday, April 29 by Ponca City Now

Ponca City, OK ----- Pioneer Technology Center (PTC) proudly recognized the Practical Nursing April 2026 class during a meaningful pinning ceremony held last week, marking the students’ transition from training to practice in the healthcare field. Surrounded by family members, friends, and instructors, each student participated in the tradition of being pinned by someone who... Read More.

Norwood Secures Passage of Bill Creating 988 Lifeline Fund

Wednesday, April 29 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY — Rep. Kevin Norwood, R-Owasso, secured House passage of Senate Bill 1369, a measure to ensure the continuation and long-term stability of Oklahoma’s 988 Mental Health Lifeline. Senate Bill 1369 would create the 988 Lifeline Revolving Fund, which will support staffing, operations and the long-term sustainability of the 988 system. The state... Read More.

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OSBI Cold Case Unit Honored in House

Wednesday, April 29 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Carl Newton, R-Cherokee, on Monday recognized the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation Cold Case Team for its work to help resolve and bring closure to 98 cases since its creation in November 2018. Recognition took place in the Oklahoma House of Representatives' Chambers during daily session. Members of the Cold Case... Read More.

Cleveland County Sheriff pleads no contest to embezzlement, resigns from office

Wednesday, April 29 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – Cleveland County Sheriff Donald Amason pleaded no contest Monday to one felony count of embezzlement, stemming from a recent indictment brought by the Multi-County Grand Jury. Under the terms of the plea agreement, Amason has agreed to resign from office effective immediately, pay $10,000 in restitution, accept a five-year deferred sentence... Read More.

US will issue commemorative passports with Trump’s picture for America’s 250th birthday

Wednesday, April 29 by AP

WASHINGTON (AP) — The State Department said Tuesday that it is preparing a limited release of commemorative U.S. passports celebrating America’s 250th birthday that feature a picture of President Donald Trump, who would be the first living president to be featured in the travel document. The concept for the special... Read More.

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PCPS Superintendent Adam Leaming has released a statement about recent abuse allegations at Woodlands Elementary

Tuesday, April 28 by Ponca City Now

Senator Coleman Comments on the Passing of Ponca City Banker Carl Renfro

Tuesday, April 28 by Ponca City Now

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

Tuesday, April 28 by Ponca City Now

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.

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Hazardous chemical detected in Oklahoma air, first known case in North America

Tuesday, April 28 by News 9

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. Key Takeaways: ... Read More.

NOC offering Data Analytics course this summer

Tuesday, April 28 by Ponca City Now

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

Tuesday, April 28 by News 6

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.