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Classroom to Career, Ponca City Senior Lynkon Davis

Friday, May 22

By the time Ponca City High School senior Lynkon Davis walks across the graduation stage, his career is already taking shape. Through hard work, hands-on learning, mentorship, and opportunities through Ponca City Public Schools, Pioneer Technology Center, and the Wildcat Internship Program, Lynkon has earned a path toward a future... Read More.

Summer office hours at NOC

Friday, May 22

Summer office hours are starting at Northern Oklahoma College this week. Office hours are 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday – Thursdays, there are no classes or offices open on Friday. Summer hours continue through July 31. Northern Oklahoma College, the state’s first public two-year community college, is a multi-campus, land-grant institution... Read More.

Conservative Values, Consistent Work

Friday, May 22

By: Representative Molly Jenkins As we officially adjourned Sine Die on May 14, I have spent time reflecting on this legislative session and the responsibility we have to the people of Oklahoma. The final weeks of session were frustrating for many. While House members showed up ready to debate bills and... Read More.

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OU Health receives $2 million donation to expand Tulsa cancer center

Friday, May 22

TULSA, Okla. - Cancer patients in northeastern Oklahoma often travel outside their communities for specialized treatment. A new donation announced in Tulsa aims to help change that by supporting an expansion of cancer care services in Green Country. The Stuart Family Foundation is giving $2 million to help expand the OU... Read More.

EPA awards $27.5 million to Oklahoma to replace lead drinking water pipes

Friday, May 22

OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — Oklahoma communities will receive over $27 million in new federal funding aimed at reducing exposure to lead in drinking water, with the money targeted toward finding and replacing lead pipes that deliver water to homes. The Environmental Protection Agency announced the funding will go directly to... Read More.

Ponca Politics at Pioneer Tech Friday

Thursday, May 21

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Lawmakers to revisit bill to stop changing clocks twice a year

Thursday, May 21

WASHINGTON (TNND) — House Republicans are reviving a bill that would end the United States’ semiannual tradition of changing clocks and make daylight saving time permanent across the country, restarting the debate over whether Americans should have more sunlight in the morning or the evening. Republicans on the House... Read More.

Stitt signs bill to ensure Oklahomans see impact of reduced gas taxes

Thursday, May 21

OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — Governor Kevin Stitt says Oklahoma lawmakers moved quickly to change state law after discovering a little-known provision that could prevent drivers from seeing any savings if Congress suspends the federal gas tax. After President Donald Trump called on Congress to suspend the federal gas tax, Senate Appropriations... Read More.

Tennessee man jailed over Charlie Kirk post wins $835,000 settlement

Thursday, May 21

Larry Bushart-(LadyJay Creations LLC.)(Gray News) Tennessee officials will pay $835,000 to settle a lawsuit filed by a man who was jailed for more than a month over a Facebook post he made about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. While many people across the U.S. lost their... Read More.

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Senate advances resolution to limit Trump’s Iran war powers for first time

Thursday, May 21

WASHINGTON - The Senate advanced a resolution to limit President Trump’s war powers in Iran on Tuesday, marking a breakthrough for Democrats after seven failed attempts. Senators approved a motion to discharge the resolution from committee in a 50 to 47 vote. Four Republicans — Sens. Susan Collins of Maine, Lisa... Read More.

FREE Swimming Lessons for Ages 3-13

Wednesday, May 20

FREE SWIM LESSONS at Ambuc Pool- one session per participant (ages 3-13) A huge THANK YOU to Phillips 66 and their Safety Swim Initiative for making this program possible once again! Their continued support—through funding lessons and providing essential supplies—helps our community grow safer and more confident in the water. Please... Read More.

Oklahoma governor signs bill expanding alternative pathways to teacher certification

Wednesday, May 20

OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — Oklahoma has enacted a new law aimed at expanding the ways people can become certified teachers, as state leaders look to strengthen the educator pipeline and address ongoing staffing needs in schools. House Bill 3076 was signed into law and allows teachers to receive certification through alternative... Read More.