- Ponca City Now

Scholarships for Child Care are Drying Up. Now Families are Paying the Price

Monday, April 14 by AP

Delaney Griffin, center, plays with toddlers at the child care center where she works, March 13, 2024, in Lexington, Ky.(AP Photo/Dylan Lovan, File)PHOENIX (AP) — For parents who need to work but can’t afford the steep cost of child care, federally funded scholarships can be a lifeline. Delivered through state... Read More.

Greenland Base Commander Fired for ‘Undermining’ JD Vance After Visit

Monday, April 14 by TNND

WASHINGTON (TNND) — The commander of the Pituffik Space Base in Greenland was removed shortly after Vice President JD Vance's visit due to "loss of confidence in her ability to lead."“Actions to undermine the chain of command or to subvert President Trump’s agenda will not be tolerated at the Department of Defense,”... Read More.

Oklahoma woman among finalists in $1 million Lay’s ‘Do Us a Flavor’ contest

Friday, April 11 by News 6

SAPULPA, Okla. -An Oklahoma woman is one of three finalists in Lay’s national “Do Us a Flavor” competition, and her savory, nostalgic chip idea could win her a $1 million prize.Paula George of Sapulpa, Okla., submitted her “Bacon Grilled Cheese” flavor, inspired by a cherished recipe passed down from her late father.Her creation will... Read More.

Area Forecast

Friday, April 11 by Ponca City Now-NWS

Today Sunny, with a high near 73. North wind 5 to 7 mph.Tonight Clear, with a low around 44. East northeast wind 5 to 8 mph becoming southeast after midnight.Saturday Sunny, with a high near 79. South wind 9 to 14 mph increasing to 18 to 23 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as... Read More.

Kay County Healthy Living Coalition, Ponca City Police Department Teaming up to Conduct Tobacco and Alcohol Compliance Checks in Ponca City

Friday, April 11 by Ponca City Now

In an ongoing effort to uphold public health and safety standards, the Kay County Healthy Living Coalition, in partnership with the Ponca City Police Department, will be teaming up to conduct tobacco and alcohol compliance checks in Ponca City in April. These checks, which involve inspections and enforcement actions, are vital in ensuring that... Read More.

CANDIDATE FILING BEGINS FOR CITY OF PONCA CITY COMMISSIONER NO. 1

Friday, April 11 by Ponca City Now

Candidates interested in filing for City Commissioner No.1 for the City of Ponca City will file Declarations of Candidacy beginning at 8 am Monday April 28, 2025. Those who wish to file for a municipal office must submit a Declaration of Candidacy to the Kay County Election Board April 28, 29, 30 2025 between the... Read More.

$500 Donation Made to Wildcat Academy Students

Friday, April 11 by Ponca City Now

The Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 1201 in Ponca City, recently made a $500 donation to Wildcat Academy students. The donation was voted on and approved by the entire membership. The money will be used to provide prizes for the end of the year auction. The WCA students are given points for attendance, grades, and courses... Read More.

Renewable Energy Company to Build Natural Gas Plant at Sand Springs Landfill

Friday, April 11 by News 6

OSAGE COUNTY -A Sand Springs landfill will supply the methane for a natural gas processing plant that will soon be under construction.American Environmental Landfill, part of Tulsa-based American Waste Control, already harvests gas created in the landfill to operate an electric generation facility.Montauk Renewables operates the... Read More.

‘A Minecraft Movie’ Delivers Hollywood a Much-Needed Box-Office Hit

Friday, April 11 by Beverly Cantrell

(AP)-Hollywood needed “A Minecraft Movie” to be a hit, and it delivered in its opening weekend, significantly narrowing this year’s box office deficit.No one guessed just how big it would be. In its first few days in theaters, the movie earned a staggering $157 million in ticket sales... Read More.

House GOP Adopts Trump Budget Plan After Conservatives Fold

Friday, April 11 by CBS News

WASHINGTON -The House on Thursday adopted a budget blueprint for President Trump's agenda after Republican leaders scrambled to convince GOP holdouts who want deeper spending cuts to back it.The resolution was adopted in a 216-214 vote, with two Republicans — Reps. Thomas Massie of Kentucky and Victoria Spartz of Indiana — joining all Democrats... Read More.

A Teal A’Fur and Furrever Home Event Brings Community Together for Hope, Healing, and Happy Tails

Thursday, April 10 by Ponca City Now

Hosted by Survivor Resource Network & Northern Oklahoma Humane SocietyPonca City, OK – Join others on Friday, April 12, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Petsense for A Teal A’Fur and Furrever Home, a heartwarming, tail-wagging day of fun, food, furry friends, and healing—brought to you by Survivor Resource Network (SRN) and the... Read More.

Ponca City High School Music Students Shine at Pride of Texas Music Festival

Thursday, April 10 by Ponca City Now

Ponca City High School’s talented music students recently embarked on a memorable four-day trip to Dallas, Texas, where they showcased their exceptional skills at the Pride of Texas Music Festival in Plano, TX. The school’s band, choir, and orchestra each earned a superior rating. The orchestra was additionally awarded a “plus” rating - the... Read More.