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Suspect arrested after McClain County deputy’s home destroyed in arson

Saturday, August 23

McCLAIN CO. -The McClain County Sheriff’s Office says a suspect is in custody following an arson attack that destroyed a deputy’s home and vehicles overnight.Investigators identified the suspect as Austin Garrett Reeves. He is accused of burglarizing the deputy’s home the night before and then returning to set... Read More.

Katie Parr Named New Public Information Coordinator for PCPS

Friday, August 22

Katie Parr has been named the new Public Information Coordinator for Ponca City Public Schools. Katie replaces Kristi Hayes, who moved in 2024 to work in the Bond and Capital Projects department for Oklahoma City Public Schools.Katie, a native of Ponca City, graduated from high school in 2019 and... Read More.

Oklahoma high school athletes could soon cash in on additional NIL Deals

Friday, August 22

In Oklahoma, Friday night lights are serious business. Now, a new partnership could let high school athletes benefit from additional Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) opportunities.Bryan Bedford, CEO of the Oklahoma City–based Bedford Agency, says the influencer economy is changing the game.“We really felt like that was a... Read More.

Free Dentistry Day in Tulsa to provide cleanings, fillings and extractions

Friday, August 22

TULSA, Okla. -Lifetime Dentistry of South Tulsa will host a Free Dentistry Day on Saturday, Sept. 6, offering patients the opportunity to receive dental care at no cost. The event runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the office located at 9146 S. Sheridan Road in... Read More.

Sen. James Lankford on new session and Trump nominations

Friday, August 22

WASHINGTON, D.C. -When Congress returns to work in September, the Senate will return to what has been a very time-consuming process of approving President Trump’s nominees. Democrats have done all they can to slow-walk the nominations, which is why Republicans are now very seriously considering changing the... Read More.

Top European diplomat says Putin is setting ‘a trap’ by demanding Ukraine concessions

Friday, August 22

The European Union’s foreign policy chief said Friday that the possibility of Ukraine ceding land to Russia as part of a peace deal to end their three-year war is “a trap” set by Russian President Vladimir Putin.The Russian leader is demanding Ukrainian concessions in return... Read More.

PCPD: Suspects in Tap to Pay Scam at Valero Short Stop on Grand Steal $4,000.00 in Lottery Tickets

Thursday, August 21

On July 26th, the two men in the attached photos entered the Valero Short Stop located at 320 W. Grand Ave. They purchased over $4,000.00 in lottery tickets using a fraudulent tap-to-pay scam. The men appeared to pay using tap-to-pay on their cell phones but no money was actually... Read More.

MULTI-AGENCY INVESTIGATION HALTS METH TRAFFICKING OPERATION IN CENTRAL AND NORTHERN OKLAHOMA

Thursday, August 21

The Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotic's Anti-Meth Task Force has been working closely with several local law enforcement agencies to target and dismantle a major meth trafficking organization moving large shipments of meth into central and northern Oklahoma. This investigation involved OBN, the Ponca City Police Department, Perry Police Department,... Read More.

Edmond History Museum offers free workshops for veterans to celebrate new exhibit

Thursday, August 21

OKLAHOMA CITY -Veterans' art classes are being offered at the Edmond History Museum for free in August and September of 2025.Veterans can choose from Painting, mixed-media art, voice acting, and an old-time radio history workshop. Samples of the students’ work will be displayed or performed at the Rodeo Roys: The... Read More.

35-foot neon red cowboy boot could become new iconic landmark on Route 66

Thursday, August 21

OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — As America approaches the 100th anniversary of Route 66, new projects are underway to build landmarks along the route in Oklahoma.On Friday, the Oklahoma City Arts Commission will vote on whether to approve a permanent display titled 'Kicks 66' by local artist Cameron Eagle.The art installation... Read More.

Moore High School ex-facilitator charged with embezzling $61k, blames gambling addiction

Thursday, August 21

MOORE, OKLA (KOKH) — A former Moore High School athletic facilitator has been charged with six felony counts of embezzlement and has stated she spent all the money on gambling.Courtney Walker is facing six charges of felony embezzlement for embezzling approximately $61,000 from multiple school functions.For one incident, Walker was... Read More.

Even at the grocery store, Texas troopers escort Democrats after walkout

Thursday, August 21

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Democratic state Rep. Nicole Collier refused to come to the Texas state Capitol for two weeks. Now she won’t leave, and fellow Democrats are joining her protest.Collier was among dozens of Democrats who left the state for the Democratic havens of California, Illinois, Massachusetts and... Read More.