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Gilgeous-Alexander, Williams lead OKC past Charlotte 106-94 for 10th straight regular-season win

Tuesday, January 14 by Ponca City Now

By STEVE REED AP Sports WriterCHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 22 points, Jalen Williams added 20 points, and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Charlotte Hornets 106-94 on Saturday night for their 10th straight regular-season win.Aaron Wiggins added 17 points and Isaiah Hartenstein had 12 points and 15 rebounds for the Thunder,... Read More.

New Year – New Laws

Tuesday, January 14 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — The new year means new laws. On January 1st, seven new bills will become law across Oklahoma. When the clock strikes midnight on New Year’s Day, Oklahomans will see changes in state law, including expanded voting rights, new healthcare protections, and additional benefits for first responders. Here’s a breakdown of each law... Read More.

SSI Payments Will come slightly early each month until April

Tuesday, January 14 by Ponca City Now

(KFOR) — After an out-of-order month in December, Supplemental Security Income beneficiaries will see a wonky start to 2025 as well. Supplemental Security Income, or SSI, beneficiaries include those with disabilities and older adults with little to no income. In 2025, the maximum monthly payment is $967 for an individual and $1,450 for a couple. According to the Social... Read More.

Thunder rout short-handed Grizzlies 130-106, extend win streak to 11

Tuesday, January 14 by Ponca City Now

TIM WILLERT Associated PressOKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 35 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder won their 11th straight regular-season game, beating the short-handed Memphis Grizzlies 130-106 on Sunday night in a matchup of Western Conference leaders that turned lopsided before halftime.Rookie Ajay Mitchell scored 17 points, Aaron Wiggins contributed 16, and... Read More.

Moore, Fears help No. 12 OU put away Prairie View 89-67 to remain unbeaten

Tuesday, January 14 by Ponca City Now

By TONY SELLARS Associated PressNORMAN, Okla. (AP) — Jalon Moore scored 16 of his 22 points in the second half, freshman star Jeremiah Fears added 19, and No. 12 Oklahoma remained one of the four unbeaten teams in Division I men’s basketball by putting away a pesky Prairie View squad, 89-67 on Sunday.Prairie View... Read More.

Raegan Beers had 19 points and 12 rebounds to help No. 9 OU women beat New Mexico State 82-64

Tuesday, January 14 by Ponca City Now

By TONY SELLARS Associated PressNORMAN, Okla. (AP) — Raegan Beers had 19 points, 12 rebounds, and four blocks to help No. 9 Oklahoma beat New Mexico State 82-64 on Sunday.Sahara Williams added 18 points and Payton Verhulst scored 15 as the Sooners won their 16th straight home game to close out their non-conference slate.It... Read More.

OU’s Zac Alley joins Rich Rodriguez’s West Virginia staff as defensive coordinator

Tuesday, January 14 by Ponca City Now

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — Oklahoma co-defensive coordinator Zac Alley is being reunited with Rich Rodriguez at West Virginia. Rodriguez, who was hired for his second stint as West Virginia’s coach on December 12th, announced on Sunday that he hired the 31-year-old Alley as defensive coordinator and linebackers coach. “Zac is one of the top young defensive... Read More.

Oklahoma County jail plagued by rodents, missed checks, and inmates sleeping on floors

Tuesday, January 14 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — A 72-page Oklahoma State Department of Health inspection report into the Oklahoma County Detention Center shows deficiencies like missed sight checks, inmates sleeping on floors, and a rodent infestation. The inspection report, dated December 11, 2024, comes months after the Jail Read More.

School Board Leaders Recognized in January

Tuesday, January 14 by Ponca City Now

Dedicated to public education, school board members across the state are committed to providing every opportunity possible to students in their community. January is School Board Recognition Month, providing local schools and communities the chance to honor Oklahoma’s more than 2,500 elected school board members for their dedication and service.Ponca City currently has five... Read More.

DEADLINE TO REQUEST ABSENTEE BALLOT FOR FEBRUARY 11, 2025 ELECTION

Tuesday, January 14 by Ponca City Now

Voters in Kay County who want absentee ballots mailed to them for the February 11, 2025, Ponca City Municipal Election should apply now, County Election Board Secretary Carol Leaming said today. Absentee ballots are available to all registered voters, provided they are eligible to vote in the election requested. No excuse is needed to vote... Read More.