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Strong Dads Bootcamp

Friday, January 16

The Strong Dads Program will be hosting a Strong Dads Bootcamp at Tonkawa Methodist Church on the weekend of January 30th–31st. This special bootcamp was created specifically for those who are unable to attend our weekly sessions, but it was designed for everyone. It offers a shortened, weekend-style workshop... Read More.

Oklahoma fire danger soars; burn bans expand as winds speed up

Friday, January 16

CLEVELAND COUNTY, Okla. - Several counties across Oklahoma are now under burn bans as fire danger intensifies due to incoming strong winds. Cleveland County is the latest addition to this growing list, joining nine other counties already under restrictions. Fire Danger Escalates in Oklahoma: What You Need to Know Recent Fire Incident A... Read More.

2026 National Civics Bee® Essay Application Portal Now Open for Oklahoma Middle Schoolers

Friday, January 16

(Oklahoma City) – Finalists who advance to the National Championship will compete for cash prizes, national recognition, and a $100,000 529 education savings plan contribution. Thanks to the generous support of the Fisher Global Foundation, the first-place winner in each state may also secure a $5,000 donation for their... Read More.

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Girl Scouts introduce new cookie as digital sales begin

Friday, January 16

The 2026 Girl Scout Cookie program officially starts this month, and there’s a new cookie in town, according to Girl Scouts Western Oklahoma. Exploremores™, a rocky-road ice cream–inspired sandwich cookie filled with the flavors of chocolate, marshmallow and toasted almond–flavored crème will be available alongside Thin Mints and other traditional... Read More.

Venezuela’s acting president vows to continue releasing prisoners detained under Maduro

Friday, January 16

CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) — Venezuela’s acting President Delcy Rodríguez said Wednesday her government would continue releasing prisoners detained under former President Nicolás Maduro’s rule in what she described as “a new political moment” since his ouster by the United States earlier this month. It appeared to be an... Read More.

State Senator Bill Coleman Announces Re-Election Campaign for Senate District 10

Thursday, January 15

State Senator and longtime Ponca City business leader Bill Coleman announced today that he will file for re-election to serve his third and final term representing Senate District 10. “For the past seven years, the people of District 10 have trusted me to be their voice at the Capitol—not the... Read More.

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Operation Guardian sparks fear and controversy in Oklahoma communities

Thursday, January 15

Operation Guardian, a commercial vehicle enforcement initiative launched by Gov. Kevin Stitt in November 2024, has sparked fear and controversy among residents in Oklahoma. The operation, which involves more than 700 Oklahoma Highway Patrol (OHP) troopers assisting ICE in identifying, detaining, and transferring undocumented immigrants with criminal histories, has been... Read More.

Iran taunts Trump with assassination threat, shares chilling image from Pennsylvania rally

Thursday, January 15

TEHRAN, IRAN - JANUARY 8: Fires are lit as protesters rally on January 8, 2026 in Tehran, Iran. Demonstrations have been ongoing since December, triggered by soaring inflation and the collapse of the rial, and have expanded into broader demands for political change. (Photo by Anonymous/Getty Images) (TNND) — Iran taunted... Read More.

NOC Tonkawa to host Jan. 21 recruiting event

Thursday, January 15

Northern Oklahoma College Tonkawa will host a Northern Encounter recruiting event on Wednesday, Jan. 21, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Renfro Center, giving prospective students an inside look at life and opportunities at NOC. Designed for high school juniors, seniors, and their guests, Northern Encounter offers an... Read More.

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Oklahoma driver’s license, tag services to pause for system upgrade

Thursday, January 15

Getting a driver’s license, renewing a registration, or completing other tag services in Oklahoma will take more planning next month. Service Oklahoma says all driver’s licenses and motor vehicle systems will be temporarily unavailable as the agency transitions to a new statewide software system. The planned shutdown is part of... Read More.

Fake trooper pulls young woman over in Stroud, OHP offers tips for staying safe

Thursday, January 15

The Oklahoma Highway Patrol said on Wednesday that it is aggressively investigating an incident that happened on Tuesday morning in Stroud involving a trooper impersonator and a young woman he pulled over. The impersonator pulled over... Read More.

Woman jumps 40 feet from overpass to escape oncoming semi-truck

Thursday, January 15

TULSA, OKLA (KTUL) — An 18-year-old woman is recovering after a harrowing incident on I-49 North, where she jumped nearly 40 feet from an overpass to avoid an oncoming semi-truck. Malora Stites was in route to Fayetteville to begin her DoorDash delivery shift when she swerved to avoid a deer, losing... Read More.