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Changes to SNAP benefits begin Oct. 1 for millions of Americans: What to know

Thursday, October 1

Major changes are coming on Oct. 1 for the tens of millions of Americans who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) for food assistance from the federal government. In the short term, most families will see a slight bump in their monthly payments to help afford groceries. But... Read More.

Christa Pike survives execution attempt in Tennessee as governor halts executions this year

Thursday, October 1

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee officials were unable to put Christa Gail Pike to death Wednesday for a 1995 murder after administering two doses of a lethal drug. A death penalty expert said it was an unprecedented failure, and Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee halted the... Read More.

SpaceX launches 4 astronauts on record-fast trip to ISS

Thursday, October 1

PORT CANAVERAL, Fla. (TNND) — A SpaceX Dragon spacecraft is carrying four astronauts to the International Space Station Thursday, launching from Florida on a mission NASA says could make the fastest U.S. trip to the orbiting laboratory. NASA’s SpaceX Crew-13 lifted off aboard a Falcon 9 rocket... Read More.

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OSU student hit by bus near The Strip in Stillwater

Wednesday, September 30

STILLWATER, Okla. - A student at Oklahoma State University was struck by an OSU transit bus Tuesday evening near The Strip in Stillwater, according to OSU Police and Stillwater police. The crash happened around 5:45 p.m. at Washington Street and University Avenue. Stillwater police said the student was in a crosswalk... Read More.

Court halts execution of Christa Gail Pike in Tennessee for a murder she committed at age 18

Wednesday, September 30

THIS IS A BREAKING NEWS UPDATE: NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — A federal appeals court halted the execution in Tennessee of Christa Pike about an hour before it was set to begin Wednesday. The judges said they want to review whether her allegations of sexual abuse and rape as a child were... Read More.

Pop-up Art Show During Ice on the Plaza

Wednesday, September 30

Artist Call! Ice on the Plaza is partnering with Ponca City Main Street to host a 5"x5" pop-up art show during Ice on the Plaza! Artists can create as many 5"x5" canvases as they would like, following a winter/holiday theme. This art show will take place at Veteran's Plaza on December... Read More.

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NOC Celebrating 125 Years

Wednesday, September 30

Northern Oklahoma College will celebrate its 125th anniversary Oct. 3 with a 6:30 p.m. Quasquicentennial Concert... Read More.

Questions surround counterterror probe into US air base after suspects were freed on bail

Wednesday, September 30

A B-1 bomber takes off from RAF Fairford in Fairford, England, Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026. (AP Photo/Alastair Grant) FAIRFORD, England (AP) — A surprise decision by the U.K.'s counterterror police to release five suspects on bail during an investigation into a suspected bomb plot targeting a... Read More.

U.S. ban on nearly $1 billion in Canadian imports takes effect

Wednesday, September 30

AP Image WASHINGTON - U.S.-Canada relations, already tense, are likely to deteriorate further after the United States went ahead early Tuesday with a decision to ban nearly $1 billion worth of Canadian imports, including alcoholic beverages, dairy products and motorcycles. The ban amounts to barely a ripple in $880 billion worth of... Read More.

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Americans’ view of the economy sinks to the lowest level since 2014, Conference Board survey says

Wednesday, September 30

A motorist fills up the fuel tank of a vehicle at a QuikTrip gasoline stop Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2026, in Greenwood Village, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski) WASHINGTON (AP) — Americans’ confidence in the economy sank to the lowest level in more than a decade this month as prices remain elevated... Read More.

Trump disputes his ambassador’s account that he asked China’s president if he wanted to buy US arms

Wednesday, September 30

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump disputed that he asked Chinese leader Xi Jinping if he wanted to buy weapons from the United States, contradicting an account from the U.S. ambassador to China. Trump on Monday acted confused when a reporter asked him about Ambassador David... Read More.

United Way’s Annual “Walk for Hunger” Tuesday

Tuesday, September 29

United Way’s annual Walk for Hunger is back in recognition of Hunger Action Day! Join us as we walk together to raise awareness about hunger and food insecurity in our community. Wear orange to show your support for hunger awareness and take part in an opportunity to hear directly... Read More.