Child Development Center Mac & Cheese Cookoff Fundraiser January 24
Get your tickets to the Child Development Center S'Mac Down Mac & Cheese Cookoff!
Tickets are on sale now.
Order online at this link: Read More.
Ponca Post
FIRST STREET, CENTRAL AVENUE TO GRAND AVENUE CLOSING JANUARY 12
Evans and Associates Construction Company, Inc. of Ponca City has entered a contract with the City of Ponca City to construct a new 12-inch water line and new street paving improvements along First Street from Central Avenue to Grand Avenue.
Work is set to begin on Monday, January 12, 2026. The total construction time for... Read More.
Oklahoma lawmakers to debate funding for universal free school lunches in February
TULSA, OKLA (KTUL) — Oklahoma schools are still grappling with how to fund universal free lunches after a state directive from last year failed to fully take effect. Lawmakers are now preparing to debate House Bill 2095, which aims to provide state funding for free school meals.
State Rep. Mickey Dollens criticized the 205-state mandate from... Read More.
What to know about tax changes, getting the maximum refund in 2026
(NEXSTAR) – The countdown is on as early taxpayers await for the start of filing season Jan. 26, but there are some changes this year that experts say people should keep in mind to receive a fast, full refund.
Tax season is the annual period when taxpayers prepare and submit their income tax returns for... Read More.
Thousands of tourists stranded in northern Finland as deep freeze halts flights
Train stands on tracks in Oldenburg, Germany, Jan 11, 2026(AP)
HELSINKI (AP) — Thousands of tourists were stranded in northern Finland on Sunday after flights at Kittilä airport were canceled due to severe cold.
The temperature at the airport dropped to minus 37 degrees Celsius (minus 34.6 degrees Fahrenheit) on Sunday morning,... Read More.
Missing 12-year-old found safe according to Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation
CHICKASHA, OKLA (KOKH) — The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation said Ryan "RJ" Davis was located safe in Chickasha Sunday afternoon.
OSBI said updates will be provided when they become available.
Announcing auditions for Frozen, Kids!!!
Auditions are this month for "Frozen Kids", Directed by Kalyn Kyler and Stage Managed by Sasha Reedy
"Frozen, Kids" is open to ages 7 through 12.
All auditions must be submitted as a video to the Evans Children's Academy of Performing Arts Facebook Messenger or [email protected].
Please record yourself singing a 1-2 minute cut of a song... Read More.
Oklahoma nutrition groups explain new federal dietary guidelines
OKLAHOMA CITY -
Newly released federal dietary guidelines are generating positive interest from some of Oklahoma’s leading nutrition and diet groups.
The White House revealed the changed food pyramid during an announcement on Wednesday.
“The new guidelines recognize that whole nutrient-dense food is the most effective path to better health and lower healthcare costs,” Health and Human... Read More.
Breakfast brand launches $150,000 search for real Jimmy Dean
NEW YORK -
A new breakfast brand is asking a simple question with a big payday attached: Will the real Jimmy Dean please stand up?
Bronco, a high-protein frozen breakfast bagel company, has launched a nationwide promotional search for individuals legally named Jimmy Dean, offering a potential cash reward of up to $150,000.
The promotion, called Operation... Read More.
US will exit 66 international organizations as it further retreats from global cooperation
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration will withdraw from dozens of international organizations, including the U.N.'s population agency and the U.N. treaty that establishes international climate negotiations, as the U.S. further retreats from global cooperation.
President Donald Trump on Wednesday signed an executive order suspending U.S. support for 66 organizations, agencies, and... Read More.
Attucks Community Alliance to celebrate the life and works of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Please join Attucks Community Alliance to celebrate the life and works of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Oklahoma opens applications for winter heating assistance
OKLA. — Oklahomans who need help paying their heating bills can now apply for winter energy assistance through Oklahoma Human Services.
State officials announced Tuesday that online applications are open for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP).
The federally funded program helps qualifying households cover the cost of their primary heating source during the winter... Read More.
