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Certificate Acknowledging Legacy of Honor Presented to Widow of Osage Sheriff Captain Hargraves

Tuesday, January 14

On January 6th, 2025 Police Chaplain Brian Schexnayder with the International Conference of Police Chaplains presented Emily Hargraves, widow of Captain William Riley Hargraves, a certificate acknowledging the legacy of honor sown by Captain Hargraves. Captain Hargraves was tragically involved in a motor vehicle accident while on duty and succumbed... Read More.

Oklahoma Senator Proposes Bills to Ease Driver’s License Access for Former Inmates

Tuesday, January 14

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. (KOKH) — An Oklahoma lawmaker is looking to remove barriers to getting a driver’s license for people getting out of prison. Senator Micheal Bergstrom (R-Adair) says incarcerated people face roadblocks when they are released when it comes to reentering society and getting a job. He says one of... Read More.

Fugitive on Attorney General’s 10 Most Wanted List Now in Custody

Tuesday, January 14

OKLAHOMA CITY – Another fugitive on Attorney General Gentner Drummond’s 10 Most Wanted list is in custody. On the evening of Jan. 3, the Oklahoma Highway Patrol arrested Donovan Ray in Bryan County. Earlier that day, the 10 Most Wanted tip line had received more than 30 tips offering information... Read More.

NOC, Ponca City Rotary Donate Dictionaries at Tonkawa Elementary School

Tuesday, January 14

Northern Oklahoma College and the Ponca City Rotary Club partnered to provide dictionaries for each 3rd grade student at Tonkawa Elementary School. Tonkawa Police Officer Darrell Mendiola represented the Ponca City Rotary Club and Director of Marketing Rachel Kirk represented Northern Oklahoma College for the presentation at the Tonkawa Elementary... Read More.

Area School Closings

Tuesday, January 14

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Protest Held at Ponca City High School Thursday

Tuesday, January 14

Some students at Ponca City High School held a peaceful protest on Thursday afternoon regarding a situation that was reported on Monday. After the report was made, administration began to investigate and are still actively investigating the reports. PCPS is committed to fostering a safe and inclusive learning environment where... Read More.

Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond Announces He Is Running For Governor In 2026

Tuesday, January 14

Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond officially announced his candidacy for Governor of Oklahoma in a speech delivered to a crowd of supporters in Pawhuska, Oklahoma Monday, Jan. 13. You can watch the full news conference in the video below.Monday’s Announcement Was a Family Event After being introduced by his family, Drummond walked... Read More.

PCPS Freshman Joins Prestigious Junior High Treble Chorus Performance at Oklahoma City Convention Center

Tuesday, January 14

A talented freshman from Ponca City High School, Jaelyn Stolhand, had the honor of performing with the Oklahoma Choral Directors Association (OCDA) Junior High Treble Chorus at the Oklahoma City Convention Center. The highly anticipated performance showcased the dedication and artistry of young vocalists from across the state, with... Read More.

Jake Tankersley Reflects On ‘The Voice’ Journey And Upcoming Oklahoma Performances

Tuesday, January 14

TULSA, Okla. – Jake Tankersley, a singer-songwriter from Claremore, has had a remarkable journey in his music career, recently highlighted by his appearance on season 26 of The Voice. Oklahoma Born Born and raised in Sand Springs, Tankersley graduated from Charles Page High School. His Oklahoma roots have been a significant influence on... Read More.

Blood test claims to detect cancer in your body: Oklahoma doctors, lawmakers get involved

Tuesday, January 14

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. (KOKH) — A simple blood draw to test your body for more than 50 types of cancer is considered promising for early cancer detection, though there is concern about its reliability ahead of FDA approval and clinical trials. The multi-cancer early detection, or MCED, test was developed by... Read More.

COMMUNITY LEARNING SEMINARS

Monday, January 13

The heart of First Christian Church of Ponca City revolves around community building and outreach. Because of this, several programs have been developed through the years to meet these desires, including sponsoring Friendship Feast, Friendship Community Garden, Friendship bikes, as well as a number of other programs. So it... Read More.

Smith Bill Would Give Rural Firefighters Clothing Allowance

Monday, January 13

OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. David Smith, R-Arpelar, has filed the “Rural Volunteer Firefighter Clothing Allowance Grants Act.” House Bill 1078 is eligible for consideration in the upcoming legislative session, which starts Feb. 3. “Rural volunteer firefighters work at their own expense to keep their friends and neighbors safe from the... Read More.

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Certificate Acknowledging Legacy of Honor Presented to Widow of Osage Sheriff Captain Hargraves

Oklahoma Senator Proposes Bills to Ease Driver’s License Access for Former Inmates

NOC, Ponca City Rotary Donate Dictionaries at Tonkawa Elementary School

Area School Closings

Protest Held at Ponca City High School Thursday

Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond Announces He Is Running For Governor In 2026

PCPS Freshman Joins Prestigious Junior High Treble Chorus Performance at Oklahoma City Convention Center

Jake Tankersley Reflects On ‘The Voice’ Journey And Upcoming Oklahoma Performances

Blood test claims to detect cancer in your body: Oklahoma doctors, lawmakers get involved

COMMUNITY LEARNING SEMINARS

Smith Bill Would Give Rural Firefighters Clothing Allowance

Upcoming Events

Indie Bookstore Day at Brace Books & More

2nd Annual Crawfest

BonJour Live at The Poncan Theatre

Ponca City Livestock Boosters – Skeet Shoot 2025

2025 Cowboy Ball