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United is the Way: Letter Carriers Lead Local Fight Against Hunger

Friday, May 8

As letter carriers prepare to walk their routes, they are also taking on an important role in the fight against hunger across North Central Oklahoma. On Saturday, May 9, communities nationwide will take part in the annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive, organized by the National Association of Letter Carriers.... Read More.

Bill Adding GPS Monitoring for Dangerous Domestic Abusers Heads to Governor’s Desk

Friday, May 8

OKLAHOMA CITY – A bill protecting domestic violence victims from their abusers after those individuals are released on bail is making its way to the governor’s desk. Sen. Bill Coleman, R-Ponca City, on Tuesday secured final passage of legislation that allows courts to require defendants in the most egregious domestic violence... Read More.

Heroic principal says tackling gunman was “just instinct” and “God’s hand was on all of us.”

Friday, May 8

PAULS VALLEY, Okla. -Kirk Moore, the Oklahoma principal who tackled a gunman inside Pauls Valley High School last month, says “I don’t know what I was thinking.” “I just knew, I was just running to get to whatever was going on,” he tells CBS News in a... Read More.

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Oklahoma DHS employee arrested, accused of mishandling $2 million

Friday, May 8

An Oklahoma Department of Human Services employee has been arrested after officials said they believe they misappropriated $2 million, according to the state auditor. In a statement, State Auditor and Inspector Cindy Byrd said her office repeatedly reported oversight deficiencies within the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHWAP) in... Read More.

Luke Combs’ tour heads to OU’s campus; What to know

Friday, May 8

NORMAN, Okla. - Luke Combs’ “My Kinda Saturday Night” tour will make its stop in Norman on the University of Oklahoma’s Campus. OU Assistant Athletic Director Bryant Houk said upwards of 60,000 guests will attend Saturday’s concert. Here’s what you need to know before heading to the concert. What time does the concert... Read More.

Ponca City Development Authority Launches Talent Attraction Programs to Recruit and Retain Workforce

Friday, May 8

The board of trustees at the Ponca City Development Authority (PCDA) have approved two workforce attraction programs designed to grow Ponca City’s talent base. The Talent Attraction Program, which helps local employers recruit and relocate qualified candidates, and the Remote Work Program, which welcomes individuals who are already employed... Read More.

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UWNCO Helping AMBUCS Remove Barriers and Give Residents Independence

Friday, May 8

United Way of North Central Oklahoma is proud to support community-driven solutions that remove barriers and create greater independence.Through the United Way Manering Grant, AMBUCS is continuing its mission to inspire mobility and independence for individuals with disabilities in our community.For many, a simple ramp can make the difference... Read More.

Former OSU student awarded $2.5m settlement by City of Stillwater after jail strip search

Friday, May 8

STILLWATER, Okla. -A former Oklahoma State University student says she can begin healing after the City of Stillwater agreed to pay more than $2.5 million to settle her civil rights lawsuit. Claire Hosterman says her civil rights were violated in 2022 when she was stripped and left naked inside a... Read More.

Chloe Jones Serves as a Page

Friday, May 8

by Rep. John Pfeiffer I had the privilege of hosting Chloe Jones as a page last week. Chloe worked in my Capitol office and had the opportunity to attend sessions on the House floor. She also participated in a mock legislative session with peers from across the state. They wrote,... Read More.

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State superintendent requests investigation into Feed the Kids program operations

Friday, May 8

OKLAHOMA CITY – In a letter sent to the governor, attorney general and state auditor, State Superintendent Lindel Fields shared his concerns regarding OSDE’s extensive review of operations by the Feed the Kids program. “I am writing to bring to your immediate attention a number of serious concerns regarding Feed... Read More.

Drummond refuses to approve sketchy investment contract, warns of suit if Treasurer proceeds

Friday, May 8

OKLAHOMA CITY– Attorney General Gentner Drummond told State Treasurer Todd Russ that his office will not draft, review or approve a contract for 311 Capital Management LLC, a politically connected firm close to the governor – and that he will go to court immediately if one is signed anyway. The... Read More.

US rights agency sues New York Times for discriminating against white man passed over for promotion

Friday, May 8

NEW YORK (AP) — A federal civil rights agency filed a discrimination lawsuit Tuesday against the New York Times, claiming that the news organization passed over a white male employee for a promotion in favor of a lesser qualified woman to meet its diversity goals. The New York Times called... Read More.

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United is the Way: Letter Carriers Lead Local Fight Against Hunger

Bill Adding GPS Monitoring for Dangerous Domestic Abusers Heads to Governor’s Desk

Heroic principal says tackling gunman was “just instinct” and “God’s hand was on all of us.”

Oklahoma DHS employee arrested, accused of mishandling $2 million

Luke Combs’ tour heads to OU’s campus; What to know

Ponca City Development Authority Launches Talent Attraction Programs to Recruit and Retain Workforce

UWNCO Helping AMBUCS Remove Barriers and Give Residents Independence

Former OSU student awarded $2.5m settlement by City of Stillwater after jail strip search

Chloe Jones Serves as a Page

State superintendent requests investigation into Feed the Kids program operations

Drummond refuses to approve sketchy investment contract, warns of suit if Treasurer proceeds

US rights agency sues New York Times for discriminating against white man passed over for promotion

Upcoming Events

Braman’s Crafts & Farmers Market

2026 Cowboy Ball

Letter Carriers’ Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive

Mental Health Festival

Zero Tolerance Live at The Grand Cigar & Lounge