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Grand Avenue Streetscape Project Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony July 1

Friday, June 27

Join the Ponca City Chamber of Commerce and community partners as they celebrate the completion of the Grand Avenue Streetscape Project with an official ribbon-cutting ceremony. This exciting revitalization enhances the beauty, functionality, and walkability of our historic downtown corridor. These recent projects, including new corner flower beds and an added... Read More.

Senator Thompson and Her Legislative Work to Support MOHA

Friday, June 27

OKLAHOMA CITY – Senator Kristen Thompson, R-Edmond, issued the following statement Thursday in recognition of the "Make Oklahoma Healthy Again" event hosted at the State Capitol by Governor Kevin Stitt and featuring HHS Secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.:“I want to welcome Secretary Kennedy to the Oklahoma State Capitol and... Read More.

States can cut off Medicaid funding to Planned Parenthood, the Supreme Court rules

Friday, June 27

WASHINGTON (AP) — A divided Supreme Court allowed states to cut off Medicaid money to Planned Parenthood in a ruling handed down Thursday amid a wider Republican-backed push to defund the country’s biggest abortion provider.The 6-3 opinion comes in a case that... Read More.

RFK Jr. launches ‘Make Oklahoma Healthy Again’ campaign at state capitol

Friday, June 27

OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLA. (KOKH) — Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. joined Governor Kevin Stitt at the State Capitol on Thursday to launch the "Make Oklahoma Healthy Again" campaign.The initiative aims to promote health policies, medical freedom, and a return to personal responsibility.The press conference took place... Read More.

Oklahoma and nationwide gas prices drop despite Middle East turmoil and Iran-Israel ceasefire

Friday, June 27

TULSA, Okla. -Despite escalating tensions in the Middle East and recent U.S. military action, gasoline prices in the U.S. are trending downward, a surprise development amid global uncertainty.A fragile ceasefire between Iran and Israel remains in place following a volatile weekend that saw the U.S.... Read More.

Pentagon officials defend success of U.S. strikes on Iran amid intel leak, rebuking press’ coverage of attack

Friday, June 27

WASHINGTON -General Dan Caine, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, on Thursday released video of the tests of the type of "bunker-buster" bombs that were dropped on Iranian nuclear facilities over the weekend as he and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth... Read More.

Throwback Thursday: Wentz Camp Aerial View Before Wentz Golf Course

Thursday, June 26

In 1925 Lew Wentz began work on his "castle" by donating the site for the present Wentz Camp. An old farmhouse served as mess hall for campers. The farmhouse was later torn down, and in 1928 construction started. The first significant structure was a custom built water tower, topped... Read More.

PCPD LIFE SAVING AWARDS

Thursday, June 26

On June 10th, PCPD Officers responded to a 911 call for a woman who was suicidal and armed with a firearm near 5th and Grand.When they arrived, there was no sign of the female but the Officers continued searching the area. As Sergeant Rob Hughes and Corporal William Shahan... Read More.

Weather Forecast

Thursday, June 26

Today A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 90. South wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph.Tonight A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 10pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 71. Southwest wind... Read More.

19th Annual All American Fish Fry Blood Drive Honoring Sean Anderson June 27

Thursday, June 26

The 19th Annual All American Fish Fry Blood Drive honoring Sean Anderson will be held on Friday, June 27th at the Carolyn Renfro Event Center at 445 Fairview in Ponca City from 9:00am to 6:00pm. Our Blood Institute in Enid will give each donor a cool All-American t-shirt, a camp... Read More.

Tulsa police arrest suspect in Juneteenth shooting, charged with second-degree murder

Thursday, June 26

TULSA, OKLA (KTUL) — The Tulsa Police Department has made an arrest in the homicide investigation of the Juneteenth celebration shooting on June 21, 2025.According to TPD, Timetrious Moore, age 19, has been arrested and charged with second-degree murder.On June 21, around 10:50 p.m., a shooting occurred during a... Read More.

Tulsa pastor responds to Juneteenth Festival shooting with prayer, action, and hope

Thursday, June 26

TULSA, Okla. -In the aftermath of the tragic Juneteenth Festival shooting in Tulsa, one local pastor is turning heartbreak into hope. At Friendship Church, the focus has shifted from grief to guidance, as the community searches for ways to move forward.Pastor Jamaal Dyer: "This Is a Safe Place" Pastor Jamaal... Read More.