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Iceland Volcano Erupts, Forcing Evacuation of Nearby Grindavik and Blue Lagoon Tourist Destination

by CBS News
A volcano began erupting in southwest Iceland on Tuesday, just hours after authorities evacuated a nearby community and the Blue Lagoon spa, one of Iceland's biggest tourist attractions.Flames and smoke shot through the air as the volcanic fissure opened near the town of Grindavik, where some 40 homes were evacuated, national broadcaster RUV reported. The... Read More.
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Tornado in Owasso leaves 10mile path of damage

by News 9
OWASSO, Okla. -Two tornados were reported to have touched down early morning Wednesday, one of them hit the city of Owasso.Police say several homes were damaged around the 96th Street North and Garnett Rd. area where the path of destruction was reportedly 10 miles long. The stretch ran from Highway 75 and... Read More.

NOC Enid Planetarium Show Set for April 3

by Ponca City Now
The Mackie Planetarium on the NOC Enid campus will present the next show on Thursday, April 3, at 7 p.m.Planetarium director Fritz Osell will present the night sky over Enid and show prominent constellations and planets in the early evening sky.  He will also point out where Mars will be in the constellation Gemini... Read More.

House Adopts Resolution Recognizing April as Child Abuse Prevention Month

by Ponca City Now
OKLAHOMA CITY – The House of Representatives officially recognizes April as Child Abuse Prevention Month in Oklahoma by adopting House Resolution 1011, sponsored by Rep. Cynthia Roe, R-Lindsay. This resolution acknowledges the importance of raising awareness about child abuse prevention and taking collective action to protect Oklahoma’s children and strengthen families.In Oklahoma, there... Read More.
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20 Staffers Accused of Abusing Students or Not Reporting it at Pennsylvania Charter School

by AP
Twenty staffers at a suburban Philadelphia charter school are facing charges related to the alleged physical abuse of students using painful, unapproved techniques to restrain and punish youths in a program meant to help them deal with emotional issues, authorities announced Monday.Delaware County District Attorney Jack Stollsteimer said the counts involve acts against 26... Read More.

Ponca City Firefighters Train for High-Stakes Rescues

by Ponca City Now-City of Ponca City
At Station #1 at 5th and Grand Ave., crews are honing their skills in critical, real-life scenarios. This week’s training focuses on: Aerial Ladder Entry for Multi-Story Buildings – Mastering ladder operations to access upper floors quickly and safely, Search & Rescue – Navigating smoke-filled environments to locate and remove victims. Firefighter Down Rescue – Practicing rapid... Read More.
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SSA Revises in-Person Verification Policy, Extends Deadline

by KTUL
TULSA, Okla. (KTUL) — The Social Security Administration (SSA) recently announced changes to its identity proofing requirements, causing concern among some recipients, especially those with disabilities or limited access to Social Security offices.While a policy update has since been issued in response to public outcry, some recipients say they are still anxious about the future... Read More.

Sen. Weaver Secures Senate Approval for Bill Expanding Definition of Aggravated DUI

by Ponca City Now
OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma Senate has passed a comprehensive measure by Senator Darrell Weaver, R-Moore, aimed at strengthening penalties for impaired drivers and enhancing efforts to prevent repeat DUI offenses.Senate Bill 54 expands the definition of aggravated DUI to include individuals convicted of driving under the influence while also committing offenses such as causing... Read More.
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