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SpaceX delays flight to replace NASA’s stuck astronauts after launch pad problem

Thursday, March 13

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — A launch pad problem prompted SpaceX to delay a flight to the International Space Station on Wednesday to replace NASA’s two stuck astronauts.The new crew needs to get to the International Space Station before Butch Wilmore... Read More.

Current Fire Bans & Fire Weather Conditions Maps

Thursday, March 13

OKLAHOMA -Oklahoma officials are warning of an increased wildfire threat as dry conditions and strong winds create a dangerous environment for fire spread. Fire officials urge residents to remain vigilant and take precautions.Officials have highlighted significant fire potential where vegetation is dry and weather conditions are expected to deteriorate.Current... Read More.

Osage Sheriff’s Dept. Asking for Help Identifying Suspects in McCord School Break In

Thursday, March 13

Sometime during the early morning hours the Mccord Public School two individuals broke into the McCord... Read More.

Ponca City East Middle School Band Earned One Superior and Excellent Ratings at Contest, Concert Thursday

Thursday, March 13

The Ponca City East Middle School Band earned one Superior rating and two Excellent ratings (resulting in an overall Excellent rating) and a Superior rating in Sight-Reading at the OSSAA State Middle School Contest held at Edmond Santa Fe High School. The group performed The Cliffs of Mendocino by... Read More.

Annual Seed Swap is Saturday April 5

Thursday, March 13

Ponca City's Annual Seed Swap is Saturday April 5, hosted by Sunny Creek Trading Post! This year will be bigger than ever so bring your seeds and live plants to swap and a ready-to-learn attitude! We will have demonstrations, Q&A's, info booths, and supplies to get you started with... Read More.

Google Has Acquired Land in Stillwater

Thursday, March 13

(Stillwater, OK) The City of Stillwater is excited for further progress toward establishing an economic driver for the region and is pleased to announce Google as the Fortune 100 company that acquired land at the intersection of Perkins and Richmond Roads with plans for future development of a data... Read More.

Would You Pay $12K to be Gene Simmons’ Personal Assistant for a Day?

Thursday, March 13

KISS fans with deep pockets have the opportunity to step into the rockstar world of Gene Simmons—for a price.For $12,495, Simmons is offering an exclusive “Ultimate Gene Simmons Experience,” where one fan per show date can become his personal assistant and roadie for the day.What’s Included?The package offers a... Read More.

Ponca City East and West Middle School Choir Achieve Outstanding Success at OSSAA District Choir Contest

Wednesday, March 12

Pictured is the combined choir from East and West Middle Schools performing on stage at Deer Creek High School. Katie Nichols is directing and Chad Keilman is the piano accompanist. (Photo credit: Isabel Mazurier, Po-Hi Yearbook Editor) On Tuesday, March 11, the combined Ponca City East and West Middle School... Read More.

Annual Ambucs Visibility Event March 29

Wednesday, March 12

Join PC Ambucs Charity Angels for their annual visibility event Saturday, March 29 at 10:00am. This will be the 4th year they have made the march down 14th street, some wearing inflatable costumes, to raise visibility for Ambucs. They will start the march at Pizza Hut and walk down to Heather... Read More.

‘Take Action’: Oklahoma Attorney General Calls Out Wind Farms, ‘Green Energy Scam’

Wednesday, March 12

LINCOLN COUNTY, Okla. (KOKH) — Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond (R) has taken to social media to criticize what he calls the "green energy scam," urging state lawmakers and the governor to address wind farm regulations during the current legislative session.On X, Attorney General Drummond said "It’s past time for... Read More.

Work for State Farmers/Ranchers Recognized

Wednesday, March 12

by Rep. John PfeifferI recently received a Champion Award from Oklahoma Farm Bureau in recognition of my work in the Legislature to advocate for Oklahoma farmers and ranchers. I and the five other recipients were noted for going the extra mile to ensure the voices of agriculturalists are represented... Read More.

TikTok Impacts Business Growth and Jobs Across Oklahoma, Study Finds

Wednesday, March 12

A new economic impact study by Oxford Economics, in partnership with TikTok, highlights the impact the app has on Oklahoma businesses and local economic growth. Here's a snapshot of the platform's significance across the state:$200 million: Amount contributed to Oklahoma's GDP in 2023 through TikTok marketing by small-to-mid-sized... Read More.