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Officials Release ‘Alarming’ Marijuana Study Findings in Oklahoma

Monday, March 31

A press conference was held recently at the Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics (OBN) Headquarters, where officials discussed 'alarming' data from a comprehensive study on marijuana in Oklahoma.The report, compiled by the TEXOMA High-Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) at the request of Oklahoma legislators, policymakers, and concerned citizens, will... Read More.

Cutting Red Tape and Keeping Promises for Our District

Monday, March 31

By: Representative Molly JenkinsThis past week was a whirlwind at the Oklahoma State Capitol as we faced the crucial deadline for House bills to be heard. Late nights and early mornings were the norm as I pored over every single bill, making sure my votes reflected the values and... Read More.

Got Beef? Advocates, Experts Weigh in Amid Debate Over Cultivated Meat Products

Monday, March 31

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. (KOKH) — As Oklahoma lawmakers consider proposals regarding cultivated meat, industry experts and advocates are weighing in on the potential impact on consumers and traditional ranching.Michael Kelsey, executive vice president of the Oklahoma Cattlemen's Association, emphasized the importance of consumer awareness."Beef, it is truly what's for dinner.... Read More.

E-ZPass scam: How to Protect Yourself From “Smishing” and Other Types of fraud

Monday, March 31

OKLAHOMA CITY -Texting scams have become commonplace for nearly all cell phone owners, but a recent nationwide scam involving E-ZPass has caught the country's attention. The texts employ the practice of "smishing," which is when scammers impersonate a reputable company or government agency to trick people into giving up their... Read More.

Texas reaches 400 measles cases as US deals with outbreaks in 5 states

Saturday, March 29

By DEVI SHASTRI AP Health WriterAP — At least five states have active measles outbreaks as of Friday, and Texas' is the largest with 400 cases.Already, the U.S. has more measles cases this year than in all of 2024, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has said.... Read More.

Ponca City woman dies, 2 others injured in collision north of town

Saturday, March 29

The Oklahoma Highway Patrol reported that a personal injury collision occurred at 11:48 p.m. Friday night at the intersection of US-77 and Coleman Road, about 1 mile north of Ponca City in Kay County.The first vehicle was a 2009 Pontiac driven by Shannon Laird, 37, of Ponca City. She... Read More.

Ponca City Police Asking Public’s Help Locating Two Violent Robbery Suspects.

Friday, March 28

On March 25th, PCPD officers responded to a robbery at Willow Springs Park. During the unprovoked attack, the victim was brutally assaulted, pistol-whipped, and had his vehicle stolen. Due to the severity of his injuries, the victim was transported to a hospital in Oklahoma City for further treatment and... Read More.

Drummond Lauds State Senate Passage of Critical Cybersecurity Bill

Friday, March 28

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma State Senate Thursday passed Senate Bill 626 requiring businesses to report any security breaches to the Attorney General’s Office if personal information is exposed. Authored by Sen. Brent Howard and Rep. John Pfeiffer, the measure is designed to strengthen cybersecurity protections and enhance the... Read More.

Joe Jolly Named to Coach NOC Enid Lady Jets Soccer

Friday, March 28

Joe Jolly has been named as the NOC Enid Lady Jets soccer coach.NOC Athletic Director Alan Foster announced the hiring this week.Jolly comes to NOC Enid from Arizona Christian University in Glendale, Arizona, where he was associate head coach and recruiting coordinator for the men’s soccer program.“I am very... Read More.

Oklahoma Bill on Wind Turbine Proximity to Homes Advances Off of House Floor

Friday, March 28

Oklahoma City, Okla. (KOKH) — A bill aiming to regulate how close wind turbines in certain counties in Oklahoma can be to someone's home is moving forward. Affected counties would have to have a certain population density and average wind speed.Lawmakers are looking at the issue this session in an... Read More.

Honoring First Responders and Advancing Policy

Friday, March 28

By Rep. Ty Burns, R-PawneeOklahoma is no stranger to wildfires, but each time they strike, our communities come together in remarkable ways. The recent fires across our district have taken a heavy toll, and my heart goes out to those who have lost homes, property, lives and livelihoods. In... Read More.

Residue From Human Waste Has Long Been Used as Farm Fertilizer in Oklahoma. Some Neighbors in State Hate it

Friday, March 28

WELLSTON, Okla. (AP) — When Leslie Stewart moved to her home in a rural expanse of Lincoln County outside of Oklahoma City more than 20 years ago, she thought she’d found a slice of heaven. In a town of fewer than 700 people, her son could attend a good... Read More.