Beverly Cantrell, Author at Ponca City Now

PragerU reveals full list of questions from Oklahoma’s new ‘America First’ teacher test

Monday, September 1 by News 9

OKLAHOMA CITY - Teachers moving to Oklahoma from California or New York will now be required to pass a newly unveiled “America First” certification test, a 34-question exam designed in partnership with PragerU and championed by State Superintendent Ryan Walters as a way to block what he calls “radical leftist ideology” from entering classrooms. A... Read More.

Oklahoma County jail inmate had 39 grams of fentanyl in cell, investigators say

Monday, September 1 by KOKH

OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — An inmate at the Oklahoma County Detention Center is facing a new charge after investigators say a large amount of fentanyl was found in her cell. Investigators say they received a tip that led to a targeted cell search inside the facility on Thursday. During the search, narcotics that tested positive for... Read More.

State Rep. Burns resigns after domestic abuse, assault charges

Monday, September 1 by KOKH

OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLA. (KOKH) — State Rep. Ty Burns resigned from office on Saturday, according to the Oklahoma House of Representatives. This decision comes after Burns pleaded guilty to one misdemeanor count of domestic abuse and two misdemeanor counts of assault on Thursday. Burns began his official resignation letter by officially stating that... Read More.

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Suspended Little Leaguer’s bat sells for nearly $10,000 at auction

Monday, September 1 by AP

PHILADELPHIA -- The bat tossed in the air by a New Jersey Little Leaguer to celebrate a home run that earned him a suspension later lifted by a judge sold Friday for nearly $10,000 at auction. All proceeds from the sale of 12-year-old Marco Rocco’s signed bat will be donated to the program he plays for,... Read More.

CITY OF PONCA CITY WILL OBSERVE THE LABOR DAY HOLIDAY ON MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 1

Friday, August 29 by Ponca City Now

City Hall Offices will be CLOSED on Monday, September 1, and will REOPEN on Tuesday, September 2. Residential Refuse WILL NOT BE PICKED UP on Monday, September 1, and WILL RESUME on Tuesday, September 2. As there will be no residential trash collection on Monday, September 1, please only put trash out on the scheduled day... Read More.

Man arrested in 2024 in Ponca City, sentenced to two years in prison for 1969 death in Nebraska

Friday, August 29 by Ponca City Now

WAHOO, Neb. —A 77-year-old Ponca City man, was sentenced to two years behind bars on Wednesday for the death of a 17 year old woman in 1969. In November 2024, Joseph Ambroz was arrested in Ponca City for the murder of 17-year-old Mary Key Heese's murder in rural Nebraska in 1969. After pleading... Read More.

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DC Mayor Bowser reverses course, admits Trump’s federal crime crackdown is working

Friday, August 29 by Fox News

Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser initially expressed fear of President Donald Trump’s plan to crack down on crime in the nation’s capital, but its clear success made her change her mind. After Trump announced his plans to deploy National Guard troops and assume oversight of the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) to tackle rising crime in... Read More.

Oklahoma State Rep. Ty Burns pleads guilty, sentenced for domestic abuse, assault

Thursday, August 28 by News 6

OKLAHOMA CITY - A state representative pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor count of domestic abuse and two misdemeanor counts of assault and will receive a one-year suspended sentence, according to Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond. Rep. Ty Burns was charged by prosecutors for the November 2024 and April 25, 2025, incidents involving family members, according to the... Read More.

Movies on the Lawn this Fall at the RecPlex

Thursday, August 28 by Ponca City Now

Ponca City Parks and Recreation will host Movie on the Lawn with two screenings: September 19th: How to Train Your Dragon (Live Action) October 3rd: Mean Girls Movies will start at dusk at the RecPlex at 1604 West Grand. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets, and bug spray. Youth and teens under 14 must have adult supervision. All... Read More.

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Next 1 Up Guys and Ribeyes III September 20

Thursday, August 28 by Ponca City Now

Igniting a Flavorful Fundraising Experience! Calling all gentlemen! Get ready for a sizzling event that combines delicious food, camaraderie, and a great cause. "Guys and Ribeyes III," a fundraising extravaganza like no other, with a cash bar available to enhance your evening! The Concept: Imagine an evening where generations of men gather together, fired up... Read More.

Stillwater teen sentenced to 78 years in prison

Thursday, August 28 by News 9

STILLWATER, Okla. - A Stillwater man pleads no contest to 11 charges, including rape, assault and battery, according to court documents. Investigators say the victim told a School Resource Officer that 18-year-old Jesse Butler physically and sexually abused them in 2024. RELATED: Stillwater teen expected in court for arraignment in rape, sexual battery case Court documents show... Read More.

Ponca City Development Authority Invests in Infrastructure to Expand Childcare Capacity

Wednesday, August 27 by Ponca City Now

In the picture from Left to right are Lori Henderson, Executive Director PCDA, Mark Southard, PCDA Board President, Mary Beth Hunt, Executive Director CDC, Alexis Kirk, CDC Board President, Austin Wilkins, CDC Board Treasurer, Jenn Miller, CDC Board Member, Brook Lindsay, CDC Advisory Board Member, Amy Swartz, CDC Advisory Board Member. The Ponca City Development... Read More.