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Katie Parr Named New Public Information Coordinator for PCPS

by Ponca City Now
Katie Parr has been named the new Public Information Coordinator for Ponca City Public Schools. Katie replaces Kristi Hayes, who moved in 2024 to work in the Bond and Capital Projects department for Oklahoma City Public Schools.Katie, a native of Ponca City, graduated from high school in 2019 and earned her Bachelor of Science... Read More.

Oklahoma high school athletes could soon cash in on additional NIL Deals

by News 9
In Oklahoma, Friday night lights are serious business. Now, a new partnership could let high school athletes benefit from additional Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) opportunities.Bryan Bedford, CEO of the Oklahoma City–based Bedford Agency, says the influencer economy is changing the game.“We really felt like that was a missing gap, a missing opportunity... Read More.
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Sen. James Lankford on new session and Trump nominations

by CBS News
WASHINGTON, D.C. -When Congress returns to work in September, the Senate will return to what has been a very time-consuming process of approving President Trump’s nominees. Democrats have done all they can to slow-walk the nominations, which is why Republicans are now very seriously considering changing the rules for confirmation. Both parties... Read More.
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MULTI-AGENCY INVESTIGATION HALTS METH TRAFFICKING OPERATION IN CENTRAL AND NORTHERN OKLAHOMA

by Ponca City Now-OBN
The Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotic's Anti-Meth Task Force has been working closely with several local law enforcement agencies to target and dismantle a major meth trafficking organization moving large shipments of meth into central and northern Oklahoma. This investigation involved OBN, the Ponca City Police Department, Perry Police Department, Kay County Sheriff's Office, Noble... Read More.

Edmond History Museum offers free workshops for veterans to celebrate new exhibit

by News 9
OKLAHOMA CITY -Veterans' art classes are being offered at the Edmond History Museum for free in August and September of 2025.Veterans can choose from Painting, mixed-media art, voice acting, and an old-time radio history workshop. Samples of the students’ work will be displayed or performed at the Rodeo Roys: The Legacy of Will Rogers and... Read More.

35-foot neon red cowboy boot could become new iconic landmark on Route 66

by KOKH
OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — As America approaches the 100th anniversary of Route 66, new projects are underway to build landmarks along the route in Oklahoma.On Friday, the Oklahoma City Arts Commission will vote on whether to approve a permanent display titled 'Kicks 66' by local artist Cameron Eagle.The art installation would be a 30 to... Read More.
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Moore High School ex-facilitator charged with embezzling $61k, blames gambling addiction

by KOKH
MOORE, OKLA (KOKH) — A former Moore High School athletic facilitator has been charged with six felony counts of embezzlement and has stated she spent all the money on gambling.Courtney Walker is facing six charges of felony embezzlement for embezzling approximately $61,000 from multiple school functions.For one incident, Walker was collecting money for the Moore... Read More.

Even at the grocery store, Texas troopers escort Democrats after walkout

by AP
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Democratic state Rep. Nicole Collier refused to come to the Texas state Capitol for two weeks. Now she won’t leave, and fellow Democrats are joining her protest.Collier was among dozens of Democrats who left the state for the Democratic havens of California, Illinois, Massachusetts and New York to delay the... Read More.
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