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Legal fight over Trump’s tariffs brings another round of uncertainty for businesses

Wednesday, June 4

WASHINGTON (TNND) — President Donald Trump’s expansive tariff agenda is hanging in the balance of a legal fight in the nation’s courts after a panel of judges blocked his “Liberation Day” levies on a wide range of America’s biggest trading partners, setting up a legal showdown that could wind... Read More.

Elderly Ponca City Man Injured in Dog Attack

Tuesday, June 3

On Friday May 30, PCPD Officers responded to the 800 Block of East Edwards after citizens saw a man bleeding and lying on the ground. When Officers arrived, they located an elderly man with multiple injuries from what appeared to be animal bites. As Officers conducted their investigation, the victim... Read More.

Session Wrap-Up: Working for You, By Rep. Ken Luttrell

Tuesday, June 3

The 2025 legislative session wrapped up late Thursday night in a final burst of activity as lawmakers worked to finish key business before the official Sine Die adjournment.One of the most significant developments this session was Governor Stitt’s unprecedented 69 vetoes. In response, the Legislature voted to override 47... Read More.

Norman NOAA radios to go temporarily offline: Here are your weather alert alternatives

Tuesday, June 3

NORMAN, Okla. -The National Weather Service says all Norman NOAA radio transmitters will be taken out of service Tuesday, June 3, through Thursday, June 5, for a software update.The affected areas include:Ardmore Atoka Altus Chickasha Clinton Enid Lawton Oklahoma City Ponca City Stillwater Wichita Falls Wewoka WoodwardWith the threat... Read More.

Ponca City – FREE OKTF/HOF Tennis Clinic

Tuesday, June 3

The Oklahoma Tennis Foundation and Oklahoma Tennis Hall of Fame are hosting a free tennis clinic on Thursday, June 5th, 2025, at the Wally Smith Tennis Center, located at 800-898 N 7th Street, Ponca City.The clinic will run from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m., with lunch provided and participant pick-up... Read More.

PONCA CITY PARKS CLOSING HOURS

Tuesday, June 3

In December, the City of Ponca City adopted an ordinance which outlines closing hours for all city parks. That ordinance is now in effect. Please be mindful of these times, and how they are different for each location, and understand that any violation of these closing hours may result... Read More.

Gene Haas Foundation Awards $18,000 to Pioneer Tech Precision Machining Program

Tuesday, June 3

Ponca City, OK -The Gene Haas Foundation has awarded an $18,000 grant to Pioneer Technology Center’s (PTC) Precision Machining program. This generous contribution will support student scholarships, industry competitions, and the continued development of workforce skills in CNC machining.The Gene Haas Foundation is dedicated to promoting education in manufacturing... Read More.

$50,000 reward announced for OU student who vanished off Taiwanese coast

Tuesday, June 3

Search efforts are underway for a University of Oklahoma student after he went missing off the coast of Taiwan.The family of 23-year-old Diego Dorantes Sanchez says he was vacationing with friends on Green Island when he disappeared in the ocean Friday, May 30.Diego’s friends say they saw him for... Read More.

PCPD Make Arrest at Walmart

Monday, June 2

On Saturday evening, PCPD Officers responded to Walmart when Asset Protection employees called the police about a man who was concealing items into what appeared to be an ice chest. Upon arrival, Officers located 43 year old Thomas Wohlford of Winfield, KS. Officers located several articles of merchandise in the... Read More.

Legislature overrides nearly 50 bills Governor Stitt vetoed this session

Monday, June 2

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. (KOKH) — The Oklahoma 60th Legislature adjourned its regular session on Friday, with an eventful final 24 hours.The legislature voted to override nearly 50 bills on Thursday, which is a large chunk of the bills Governor Stitt vetoed this session.A vetoed bill needed a two-thirds vote the... Read More.