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World Leaders Join Holocaust Survivors for 80th Anniversary of Auschwitz Liberation

Monday, January 27

WARSAW, Poland -The world’s focus will be on the remaining survivors of Nazi Germany’s atrocities on Monday as world leaders and royalty join them for commemorations on the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz.The main observances take place at the site in southern Poland... Read More.

Controversial ‘Meet Baby Olivia’ Video Could Become Mandatory in Oklahoma Schools by July

Monday, January 27

OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — "Meet Baby Olivia" could be coming to a classroom in Oklahoma, if a bill is signed into law this upcoming legislative session.It's new model legislation being pushed in conservative states as part of a post-Roe vs. Wade landscape.The Read More.

DoorDash to Begin Deliveries of CBD Products in Oklahoma

Monday, January 27

Food delivery service DoorDash announced the company will begin deliveries of hemp-derived CBD products to select states, including Oklahoma.What is allowed in Oklahoma?DoorDash says only adults are allowed to purchase the products, which include food items such as drinks, gummies, snacks, and chocolates.The eligible food items are legally required... Read More.

Log10 LLC Acquires PCDA Spec Building, Solidifying Long-Term Commitment to Ponca City

Monday, January 27

The Ponca City Development Authority (PCDA) is pleased to announce that Log10 LLC, a food safety consulting firm and microbiology lab specializing in the research and production of probiotics, has acquired the spec building it has called home since 2015. This milestone underscores Log10’s commitment to Ponca City and... Read More.

Trump’s Border Proclamation Could Revive Oklahoma’s Immigration Law HB 4156

Monday, January 27

The DOJ announced Sunday that it is assessing how a recent proclamation from President Donald Trump affects the case around Oklahoma's House Bill 4156.House Bill 4156 would create the crime of impermissible occupation, criminally charging anybody who is in the state illegally, and requiring them to leave Oklahoma within 72... Read More.

West Palm Beach Man Arrested for Making Violent Threats to Trump on Social Media, Possession of Drugs

Saturday, January 25

WFLX-West Palm Beach Police Department (WPBPD) interim Chief Tony Araujo announced at a press conference Saturday afternoon about an arrest made following alleged threats against President Donald Trump. WATCH: Interim Chief Araujo announces arrest of a man for making violent social media threats against Trump:West Palm Police press conference Jan. 25,... Read More.

Supreme Court will weigh approval for US’ 1st publicly funded religious charter school, in Oklahoma

Saturday, January 25

By MARK SHERMAN Associated PressWASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court agreed on Friday to take on a new culture war dispute: whether the nation’s first publicly funded religious charter school should be allowed to open in Oklahoma.The justices said they would review an Oklahoma Supreme Court decision that invalidated... Read More.

Oklahoma wants federal inmate transferred so he can be put to death

Saturday, January 25

By SEAN MURPHY Associated PressOKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Oklahoma's top prosecutor asked the federal Bureau of Prisons to transfer an inmate to state custody so that he could be executed for his role in the kidnapping and killing of a 77-year-old woman in 1999.Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond requested... Read More.

Ponca Playhouse to Present “The Little Prince”

Friday, January 24

The Little Prince by Rick Cummins and John Scoullar is based on the classic book by Antoine de Saint-Exupery.Ponca Playhouse at 301 South First is proud to present this heartwarming tale for all ages, directed by Maya Arana. Showtimes are 7:30 on Friday and Saturdays, January 24th, 25th, 31st... Read More.

NOC Tonkawa Reschedules Northern Encounter for Jan. 28

Friday, January 24

Northern Oklahoma College Tonkawa is hosting a Northern Encounter recruiting event on Tuesday, Jan. 28, from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. at the Renfro Center.There will be door prizes, free SWAG, campus tour, meetings with faculty/staff, and a drawing for tuition waivers.According to Vice President for Enrollment Management Dr.... Read More.

Oklahoma County Jail Construction: Controversies, legal battles, and rising costs

Friday, January 24

The job of building a new Oklahoma County Detention Center has been at the center of many meetings, debates, protests and even lawsuits over the past three years. Here is a timeline detailing major milestones as county commissioners face the consequences of a long wait and the rising costs... Read More.

Ponca City Police Seek Public’s Help in Locating Missing Person

Thursday, January 23

Ponca City, OK – January 23, 2025 – The Ponca City Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 22-year-old Jeremiah Demitrus Moneta, who was reported missing on Monday, January 20, 2025. Jeremiah is an African American male, approximately 5 feet 7 inches tall, and weighs around 130 pounds.... Read More.