Beverly Cantrell, Author at Ponca City Now

NOC to Become Purple Heart College

Tuesday, May 20 by Ponca City Now

The Northern Oklahoma College Board of Regents approved a proclamation that makes NOC a Purple Heart College. Regents passed the proclamation at a recent meeting in Enid. The board heard a presentation from Elaine Johns, Executive Director of the Woodring Wall of Honor and Veterans Park in Enid. Three-time Purple Heart recipient Jack Toney was also... Read More.

‘Shai Cooper Act’ to Take Effect This Year

Tuesday, May 20 by Ponca City Now

A pro-family measure streamlining the adoption process for immediate relatives while protecting children will take effect later this year. Rep. Erick Harris, R-Edmond, authored House Bill 2647, which establishes clear provisions on when a court can waive preplacement home studies. It also expands the eligibility for these waivers to include immediate relatives,... Read More.

Bill to Recruit Foster Parents Becomes Law

Tuesday, May 20 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – Legislation from Senate Majority Floor Leader Julie Daniels, R-Bartlesville, to recruit more foster families to serve the thousands of Oklahoma children in need of loving foster homes has become law. Senate Bill 658 has been signed into law to ensure that eligible foster or adoptive parents aren’t excluded from... Read More.

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Smurfs, dragons and aliens: Family movies lean into magic and wonder this summer

Tuesday, May 20 by AP

“How to Train Your Dragon” filmmaker Dean DeBlois has heard the “remake fatigue” concerns. In Hollywood’s quest to get family audiences to movie theaters, the industry has often opted to re-package something familiar, lately in the form of a live-action, or hybrid remake. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn’t. That’s part of the reason why... Read More.

Trump administration to pay family of slain Jan. 6 rioter Ashli Babbitt $5M: reports

Tuesday, May 20 by AP-Nexstar

(NEXSTAR) – The U.S. government has agreed to pay nearly $5 million to the family of Ashli Babbitt, the Jan. 6 rioter who was fatally shot by police during the 2021 attack on the Capitol, according to multiple reports. The Washington Post first reported the settlement, citing two people “briefed on the matter” who said the... Read More.

Tornado warning for multiple counties, severe storms moving through Oklahoma

Monday, May 19 by News 6

TULSA, Okla. - The threat of strong to severe storms will increase over the next few hours. Severe storms and hail are moving through Green Country, and a tornado warning is in effect for Adair, Cherokee, Hughes, Pittsburg and Delaware County. ACTIVE WATCHES & WARNINGS: A TORNADO WATCH is in effect Adair, Cherokee, Craig, Delaware, Haskell, Hughes,... Read More.

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Summer office hours at NOC

Monday, May 19 by Ponca City Now

Summer office hours are starting at Northern Oklahoma College this week. Office hours are 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday – Thursdays, there are no classes or offices open on Friday. Summer hours continue through Aug. 1. Northern Oklahoma College, the state’s first public two-year community college, is a multi-campus, land-grant institution that provides high quality, accessible,... Read More.

Pioneer Tech Student Recognized as National Finalist at BPA Leadership Conference

Monday, May 19 by Ponca City Now

Ponca City, OK ---Benjamin Dailey, a student in the Visual Communications program at Pioneer Technology Center, recently traveled to Orlando, Florida to participate in the National Leadership Conference of Business Professionals of America (BPA). Alongside students from across the country, Dailey proudly represented Pioneer Tech at this prestigious event, showcasing his knowledge and skills... Read More.

Ponca City High School Announces 2025-2026 Po-Hi Chorale Members

Monday, May 19 by Ponca City Now

Ponca City, OK – Ponca City High School is proud to announce the talented group of students selected for the prestigious Po-Hi Chorale for the 2025-2026 school year. The Po-Hi Chorale is known for its commitment to musical excellence, artistic growth, and community involvement. This year’s members represent a diverse and passionate group of singers... Read More.

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‘More than a bike fest’ : Annual bike rally bringing $2.1M boost to Tulsa’s Greenwood District

Monday, May 19 by News 6

By: Ethan Wright TULSA, Okla. - The roar of engines echoed through Tulsa this weekend—but it wasn’t just the sound of motorcycles making noise. It was the message of unity lining the streets of Greenwood during the 4th annual Black Wall Street Rally. Organizers estimate around 20,000 people came out for the, many riding in from all across the country. One... Read More.

Drummond urges Gov. Stitt to commit National Guard troops to DHS immigration enforcement

Monday, May 19 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY -- Attorney General Gentner Drummond is urging Governor Kevin Stitt to send Oklahoma troops after the U.S. Department of Homeland Security confirmed it has requested 20,000 National Guard troops to help with immigration enforcement. “President Trump has been taking bold and decisive action to secure our borders and deport illegal immigrants, despite facing... Read More.

5 things you need to know about the Oklahoma state income tax cut

Monday, May 19 by News 6

OKLAHOMA CITY - State leaders rolled out the Fiscal Year 2026 budget, which includes an income tax cut. Republican leaders did not originally see eye-to-eye on the logistics of the cut, but did come to a compromise. What tax cut did lawmakers agree on? State lawmakers agreed to eliminate the bottom three of the six total tax brackets.... Read More.