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Ex-educator loses defamation lawsuit; court dismisses claims against Ryan Walters

Monday, April 14

OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLA (KOKH) — On Thursday, April 10, a federal judge ruled in favor of State Superintendent Ryan Walters in a lawsuit filed by Summer Boismier, a former Norman High School English teacher.Boismier resigned from her position following parental complaints of her... Read More.

IRS Stimulus Credit deadline is April 15: What to know before time runs out

Monday, April 14

WASHINGTON -Time is running out for eligible taxpayers to claim the 2021 Recovery Rebate Credit — the deadline is April 15. While the IRS is issuing automatic payments to those who mistakenly left the credit off their 2021 returns, others must file to receive up to $1,400. Here's what to... Read More.

Scholarships for Child Care are Drying Up. Now Families are Paying the Price

Monday, April 14

Delaney Griffin, center, plays with toddlers at the child care center where she works, March 13, 2024, in Lexington, Ky.(AP Photo/Dylan Lovan, File)PHOENIX (AP) — For parents who need to work but can’t afford the steep cost of child care, federally funded scholarships can be... Read More.

Greenland Base Commander Fired for ‘Undermining’ JD Vance After Visit

Monday, April 14

WASHINGTON (TNND) — The commander of the Pituffik Space Base in Greenland was removed shortly after Vice President JD Vance's visit due to "loss of confidence in her ability to lead."“Actions to undermine the chain of command or to subvert President Trump’s agenda will not be tolerated... Read More.

US measles cases surpass 700 with outbreaks in six states. Here’s what to know:

Saturday, April 12

By DEVI SHASTRI AP Health Writer(AP) — U.S. measles cases topped 700 as of Friday, capping a week in which Indiana joined five others states with active outbreaks, Texas grew by another 60 cases, and a third measles-related death was made public.Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. claimed in... Read More.

Schools lined up for help getting cleaner school buses. Then came the EPA freeze.

Saturday, April 12

By MICHAEL CASEY and ALEXA ST. JOHN Associated PressBOSTON (AP) — Looking to cut pollution from its fleet of diesel-burning school buses, an Oklahoma school district last year doubled its electric vehicles.The Shawnee Public Schools, a 3,300-student district about 35 miles (56 kilometers) east of Oklahoma City in a... Read More.

Oklahoma woman among finalists in $1 million Lay’s ‘Do Us a Flavor’ contest

Friday, April 11

SAPULPA, Okla. -An Oklahoma woman is one of three finalists in Lay’s national “Do Us a Flavor” competition, and her savory, nostalgic chip idea could win her a $1 million prize.Paula George of Sapulpa, Okla., submitted her “Bacon Grilled Cheese” flavor, inspired by a cherished recipe passed down from... Read More.

Area Forecast

Friday, April 11

Today Sunny, with a high near 73. North wind 5 to 7 mph.Tonight Clear, with a low around 44. East northeast wind 5 to 8 mph becoming southeast after midnight.Saturday Sunny, with a high near 79. South wind 9 to 14 mph increasing to 18 to 23 mph in the afternoon. Winds... Read More.

Kay County Healthy Living Coalition, Ponca City Police Department Teaming up to Conduct Tobacco and Alcohol Compliance Checks in Ponca City

Friday, April 11

In an ongoing effort to uphold public health and safety standards, the Kay County Healthy Living Coalition, in partnership with the Ponca City Police Department, will be teaming up to conduct tobacco and alcohol compliance checks in Ponca City in April. These checks, which involve inspections and enforcement actions,... Read More.

CANDIDATE FILING BEGINS FOR CITY OF PONCA CITY COMMISSIONER NO. 1

Friday, April 11

Candidates interested in filing for City Commissioner No.1 for the City of Ponca City will file Declarations of Candidacy beginning at 8 am Monday April 28, 2025. Those who wish to file for a municipal office must submit a Declaration of Candidacy to the Kay County Election Board April 28,... Read More.