Beverly Cantrell, Author at Ponca City Now

Why is Oklahoma in the top 10 states for suicide?

Tuesday, October 7 by News 9

Oklahoma is facing a quiet but devastating crisis: the state ranks among the top ten in the nation for suicide, with about two Oklahomans dying by suicide every day. Over the past decade, the state’s suicide rate has grown faster than the national average, affecting families, communities, and workplaces across Oklahoma. Why is Oklahoma so... Read More.

Monarch butterflies making their way through Oklahoma

Tuesday, October 7 by Fox23News

OKLAHOMA — Monarch butterflies are making their way through Oklahoma right now, and experts say this is a critical time for these important pollinators. Laura Reynolds with Okies for Monarchs says Oklahoma is part of the migration funnel as monarchs head south to Mexico for the winter. The first week of October is typically when... Read More.

Taylor Swift’s ‘The Official Release Party of a Show Girl’ debuts at No. 1 with $33 million

Tuesday, October 7 by AP

LOS ANGELES (AP) — The weekend’s box office belonged to two undeniable draws: Taylor Swift and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson. It might have looked like a heavyweight matchup, but Swift’s devoted fanbase once again proved unstoppable with her film “The Official Release Party of a Show Girl,”... Read More.

Loading advertisement…

Supermoon will appear tonight. Here’s what to know.

Monday, October 6 by CBS News

The moon will appear slightly larger and brighter Monday night during what's known as a supermoon. October's supermoon is the first of three this year. It happens when a full moon is closer to Earth in its orbit. That makes the moon look up to 14% bigger and 30% brighter... Read More.

PCPS Homecoming Parade is Wednesday, Alumni Invited to Perform This week

Monday, October 6 by Ponca City Now

Po-Hi Band alumni are invited to join the Band for Homecoming festivities this week. Alumni are welcome to participate in: - Marching in the Homecoming Parade on Wednesday, October 8, 2025 - Performing with the Band in the Coronation Ceremony on Friday, October 10, 2025 - Performing with the Band in the stands at the Homecoming football game... Read More.

Cotton Bowl completes renovations ahead of OU-Texas matchup

Monday, October 6 by News 9

Credit: Associated Press DALLAS - Renovations to Cotton Bowl Stadium in Dallas, Texas, have been completed ahead of the upcoming matchup between the Oklahoma Sooners and Texas Longhorns. Completed before the 2025 State Fair of Texas, which began on Sept. 26, the renovation brings about $140 million in upgrades to the 95-year-old... Read More.

Loading advertisement…

Inola band director facing charge of possessing AI-generated child pornography

Monday, October 6 by KTUL

TULSA, OKLA. (KTUL) — Brennan Marcotte, a former band director for Inola Public Schools, is facing a felony charge for possession of child sexual abuse material. The Rogers County Sheriff's Office discovered more than 40 AI-generated images of child pornography on Marcotte's phone after obtaining a search warrant. The investigation began when the Inola superintendent reported inappropriate... Read More.

Government shutdown enters fifth day as Democrats and Republicans remain at an impasse

Monday, October 6 by AP

WASHINGTON (AP) — Republican and Democratic lawmakers at an impasse on reopening the federal government provided few public signs Sunday of meaningful negotiations taking place to end what has so far been a five-day shutdown. Leaders in both parties are betting that public sentiment has swung their way, putting pressure on the other side to cave. Democrats... Read More.

Byng cancels school due to overnight fire

Friday, October 3 by News 9

File photo BYNG, Okla. - Byng Public Schools says classes are canceled for Friday after a fire damaged the cafeteria. According to local reports, several fire departments were called in to assist with the fire. The damage done by the flames is not currently clear. A cause of the fire has not been released.

Loading advertisement…

Governor Stitt appoints Lindel Fields as new Oklahoma State Superintendent

Friday, October 3 by News 6

Governor Kevin Stitt has appointed Lindel Fields as the new State Superintendent, following the official resignation of Ryan Walters on Tuesday. Stitt made the appointment in a conference on Thursday. BACKGROUND: Supt. Ryan Walters announces resignation Governor Stitt prepares to appoint new State Superintendent after Walters’ departure Read More.

Brandon Haynes and NOC Roustabout Alums perform October 5 Full Moon Concert

Friday, October 3 by Ponca City Now

Brandon Haynes featuring Northern Oklahoma College Roustabout Alumni, will headline the season finale Full Moon Concert on Sunday, Oct. 5 in Tonkawa Centennial Park, 301 East Grand, Tonkawa, OK. The musically eclectic evening will feature twenty-one NOC Roustabout alumni including Brandon Haynes (piano/vocal), Brad Matson, (percussion/drums), Hunter Vogele (drums/guitar/vocal), Erik Willadsen (guitar), Jordan Gorath (drums),... Read More.

First ever ‘AI’ actor sparks anger in the film industry

Friday, October 3 by TNND

WASHINGTON (TNND) — Tilly Norwood, Hollywood’s first-ever artificial intelligence actor, is sparking anger in the film industry. Norwood was launched by Dutch producer Eline Van der Velden and was produced by a company called Xicoia, which is known for AI. Filmmakers and actors have been objecting to the creation of an AI actor and the Screen Actors... Read More.