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Senators Bill Coleman, R-Ponca City, and Warren Hamilton, R-McCurtain Explore Solutions to Oklahoma’s Water Infrastructure Challenges

Wednesday, October 7

OKLAHOMA CITY – Senators Bill Coleman, R-Ponca City, and Warren Hamilton, R-McCurtain, on Monday held an interim study to discuss solutions to water infrastructure and water quality challenges plaguing rural communities across the state. Coleman and Hamilton invited constituents and state and local water experts to the Senate Agriculture and... Read More.

NOC to host Northern Encounter recruiting events in October

Wednesday, October 7

Northern Oklahoma College will give prospective students and their families an opportunity to experience NOC firsthand during three Northern Encounter recruiting events in October. Northern Encounter will be held Oct. 13 at NOC Tonkawa, Oct. 20 at NOC Enid and Oct. 27 at NOC Stillwater. Prospective students and their parents will... Read More.

Kay County Prepares to Celebrate Courthouse Centennial

Wednesday, October 7

This October, Kay County will celebrate a milestone 100 years in the making. The Kay County Courthouse Centennial Celebration will be held Wednesday, October 28, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the courthouse square in Newkirk. Plans have been underway for several months to make the day a celebration... Read More.

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Supreme Court declines to hear former Tulsa officer Betty Jo Shelby’s appeal

Wednesday, October 7

Betty Shelby leaving a hearing at Tulsa County District Court Dec. 15, 2016. (KTUL) TULSA, Okla. — The U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear former Tulsa Police Officer Betty Jo Shelby’s appeal in the case of Shelby v. Manning, leaving a March 2026 ruling in place. The appeal... Read More.

Amazon Prime customers could get $200 refunds in expanded FTC deal. See who is eligible.

Wednesday, October 7

Associated Press Amazon is issuing refunds to eligible Amazon customers under a revised $2.5 billion settlement with the Federal Trade Commission to resolve allegations that the retailer deceptively enrolled customers in its Prime subscription service. The FTC said last month that more consumers qualify for... Read More.

NOC Enid Planetarium Show Tuesday

Tuesday, October 6

The October Northern Oklahoma College Enid Planetarium show at the Mackie Planetarium will be offered on Tuesday, Oct. 6, at 6 p.m. The October show will present the night sky over Enid during autumn and point out where constellations, planets and other interesting objects may be found in the evening... Read More.

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NOC selling pumpkins and mums in October

Tuesday, October 6

Northern Oklahoma College is hosting a Fall Mum and Pumpkin Sale thru Oct. 25. Hours are Thursdays and Fridays from 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m., Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. – noon, and Sundays from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. The sale is located on East NOC Drive at the NOC Ag... Read More.

Squishy toys recalled over potential hazards for children. Here’s how to get a refund

Tuesday, October 6

About 37,000 popular squishy toys sold nationwide were recalled because they potentially pose a deadly hazard to children(ABC Trading, U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission) (Gray News) - About 37,000 popular squishy toys sold nationwide were recalled because they potentially pose a deadly hazard to children, according to the Read More.

Oklahoma Health Insurance Marketplace Open Enrollment Begins Nov. 1 for 2027 Coverage

Tuesday, October 6

OKLAHOMA CITY – Open Enrollment for the 2027 Health Insurance Marketplace in Oklahoma begins Nov. 1, 2026. During this period, Oklahoma residents can enroll in, re-enroll in or change Affordable Care Act (ACA) health plans through the federal Marketplace at HealthCare.gov. Oklahoma will remain on the federal exchange for plan... Read More.

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Kris Mapel Auction Services holding an upcoming estate auction

Monday, October 5

Kris Mapel Auction Services will be holding an upcoming estate auction in Newkirk on October 24th, with a yard sale preceding it on the 23rd. This estate includes a large collection of antiques, furniture, tools, farm and household items. For full details, check out our event listing for the... Read More.

1 dead, 1 injured delivery workers after shooting and stabbing east of Guthrie

Monday, October 5

One person is dead following a shooting Monday morning east of Guthrie, according to investigators. GUTHRIE, Okla. -The Logan County Sheriff’s Office says deputies were called shortly before 8 a.m. to a home near East College Avenue and Autumn Woods Farm Road, which is located east of Guthrie and northwest... Read More.

Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes pass data center ban

Monday, October 5

CONCHO, Okla. - Cheyenne and Arapaho tribal citizens voted Saturday to impose a three-year moratorium on data center construction on tribal lands. During the tribal meeting, the floor was opened for anyone to speak about the topic. The primary concerns related to environmental, economic and transparency issues. Key Takeaways Cheyenne and Arapaho... Read More.