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At least 7 victims remain hospitalized as Weatherford cleans up leak of ammonia gas

by The Associated Press
By JOHN HANNA and HEATHER HOLLINGSWORTH Associated PressWEATHERFORD, Okla. (AP) — At least seven people remained hospitalized on Friday from injuries they suffered from an ammonia leak in a small Oklahoma town as authorities focused on how the potentially deadly gas began spewing out of the tanker truck carrying it.The leak on Wednesday night... Read More.

Pioneer Tech Apprenticeship Program Delivers Real Results

by Ponca City Now
Ponca City, OK — Jerry Bakewell & Associates is celebrating the success of its partnership with Pioneer Technology Center’s Apprenticeship Program, highlighting the measurable impact it has made on their team and operations.According to Kayla Smith of Jerry Bakewell & Associates, the apprenticeship program has strengthened both the quality and efficiency of training within... Read More.

Todd Glasgow Scholarship award presented at Maverick Open

by Ponca City Now
The inaugural Todd Glasgow Memorial Wrestling Scholarship was presented Saturday, Nov. 8 at the Foster-Piper Fieldhouse to sophomore Jessie Chavez.Chavez is a sophomore Health, Physical Education, & Recreation major from Lawton, Oklahoma.Glasgow’s family was represented by his wife Shana Glasgow; their children, Max and Maggie Glasgow; Todd’s brother, Lance Glasgow; and Todd’s mother, Melinda... Read More.
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OSU launches $2B ‘The Code Calls’ campaign: nearly half raised so far

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STILLWATER, Okla. -Orange cowboy cookies, frisbees with the words “The Code Calls,” and social media videos over the last week all lead to Thursday morning’s announcement about Oklahoma State University’s $2 billion dollar fundraising campaign.OSU President Jim Hess announced the campaign at the McKnight Center for the Performing Arts alongside member of the OSU... Read More.

Drummond inducted into Oklahoma Military Hall of Honor, named Air Force Legacy Veteran of the Year

by Ponca City Now
OKLAHOMA CITY – Attorney General Gentner Drummond was inducted into the Oklahoma Military Hall of Honor during a Veterans Day ceremony in Enid on Tuesday. The Oklahoma Military Heritage Foundation also named Drummond its Air Force Legacy Veteran of the Year for 2025. “Serving our great county in the United States Air Force was the greatest honor... Read More.

Oreo unveils limited-edition Thanksgiving tin with bold flavors, like ‘Turkey & Stuffing’

by WZTV
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — You may have heard that Oreo is "Milk's Favorite Cookie," but what about gravy's favorite cookie?Nabisco is launching a limited-edition tin featuring six new Thanksgiving-inspired flavors of Oreos, and they’re not your typical dessert options.Oreo's website displaying limited-edition Thanksgiving tin. (OREO.com)The lineup includes:Turkey & Stuffing Sweet Potato Creamed Corn Pumpkin Pie Caramel... Read More.
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California revokes 17,000 commercial driver’s licenses for immigrants

by AP
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and Vice President J.D. VanceCalifornia plans to revoke 17,000 commercial driver’s licenses given to immigrants after discovering the expiration dates went past when the drivers were legally allowed to be in the U.S., state officials said Wednesday.The announcement follows harsh criticism from the Trump administration about California and other states... Read More.

Fairfax Animal Control to have Thanksgiving Adoption Fundraiser event Sunday

by Ponca City Now
On Sunday, November 16th, from 1pm-4pm, Fairfax Animal Control will be at The Art Hub on Main, located at 245 N. Main St, for an event to be showcase adoptable dogs and engage with the community.This event is being hosted by Friends of Fairfax in their beautifully renovated space. If you haven’t seen it... Read More.

Osage Sherriff’s Office Release Details of Officer Involved Shooting That injured Two Deputies

by Ponca City Now-OCSO
At approximately 2:30 p.m., the Pawhuska Police Department responded to a call regarding a domestic assault and battery with possible dangerous weapons within the city limits of Pawhuska. The Osage County Sheriff’s Office responded to assist at the request of Pawhuska PD.Upon arrival, it was determined that the suspect had an outstanding felony warrant... Read More.
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Autumn Leaf Collection begins this month in Ponca City

by Ponca City Now
PONCA CITY — The City of Ponca City will begin Autumn Leaf Collection on Nov. 17 and end on Jan. 23. The city is asking that residents who wish to have their leaves removed to abide by the following guidelines. Employment opportunities listing • Bagged leaves placed in the regular refuse collection area will be collected... Read More.

Veteran services could receive year-long funding under new proposal

by News 9
OKLAHOMA CITY -Oklahomans celebrated a historic Veterans Day, which coincided with the 250th birthday year of the Army, Navy and Marine Corps, and 42 years since a government shutdown last overlapped with the holiday.“One of the things that the government instituted many years ago is, even in the event of a government shutdown, that... Read More.

Frustration with Democratic establishment boils over after shutdown vote

by TNND
WASHINGTON (TNND) — The end to the six-week government shutdown has divided Democrats and reignited frustration among the party’s base about its leadership in a lingering fight from the 2024 election losses that is still unresolved as the parties gear up for next year’s midterms.Democrats were forced to back down from the shutdown without the... Read More.
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