Ponca Post

NOC Enid Planetarium Show Set for April 3

Wednesday, April 2 by Ponca City Now

The Mackie Planetarium on the NOC Enid campus will present the next show on Thursday, April 3, at 7 p.m.Planetarium director Fritz Osell will present the night sky over Enid and show prominent constellations and planets in the early evening sky. He will also point out where Mars will be in the constellation Gemini... Read More.

House Adopts Resolution Recognizing April as Child Abuse Prevention Month

Wednesday, April 2 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – The House of Representatives officially recognizes April as Child Abuse Prevention Month in Oklahoma by adopting House Resolution 1011, sponsored by Rep. Cynthia Roe, R-Lindsay. This resolution acknowledges the importance of raising awareness about child abuse prevention and taking collective action to protect Oklahoma’s children and strengthen families.In Oklahoma, there... Read More.

President Trump Signs Executive Order Targeting Ticket Scalpers

Wednesday, April 2 by News 9

Kid Rock was with Trump in the Oval Office for bill signing. OKLAHOMA CITY -President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Monday that targets sellers of live entertainment tickets priced above face value.The order instructs the Attorney General, the FTC, and the Treasury Department to enforce competition laws, crack down... Read More.

20 Staffers Accused of Abusing Students or Not Reporting it at Pennsylvania Charter School

Wednesday, April 2 by AP

Twenty staffers at a suburban Philadelphia charter school are facing charges related to the alleged physical abuse of students using painful, unapproved techniques to restrain and punish youths in a program meant to help them deal with emotional issues, authorities announced Monday.Delaware County District Attorney Jack Stollsteimer said the counts involve acts against 26... Read More.

Ponca City Firefighters Train for High-Stakes Rescues

Tuesday, April 1 by Ponca City Now-City of Ponca City

At Station #1 at 5th and Grand Ave., crews are honing their skills in critical, real-life scenarios. This week’s training focuses on: Aerial Ladder Entry for Multi-Story Buildings – Mastering ladder operations to access upper floors quickly and safely, Search & Rescue – Navigating smoke-filled environments to locate and remove victims. Firefighter Down Rescue – Practicing rapid... Read More.

SSA Revises in-Person Verification Policy, Extends Deadline

Tuesday, April 1 by KTUL

TULSA, Okla. (KTUL) — The Social Security Administration (SSA) recently announced changes to its identity proofing requirements, causing concern among some recipients, especially those with disabilities or limited access to Social Security offices.While a policy update has since been issued in response to public outcry, some recipients say they are still anxious about the future... Read More.

Historic Tree Nearly 200 Years Old to be Cut Down at the White House Over Safety Concerns

Tuesday, April 1 by AP

By: AP via Scripps NewsA tree that's nearly two centuries old will be removed from the White House grounds because it's deteriorating, President Donald Trump said Sunday.The southern magnolia stands near the curved portico on the south side of the building. It's where foreign leaders are often welcomed for ceremonial visits, and where the president... Read More.

Sen. Weaver Secures Senate Approval for Bill Expanding Definition of Aggravated DUI

Tuesday, April 1 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma Senate has passed a comprehensive measure by Senator Darrell Weaver, R-Moore, aimed at strengthening penalties for impaired drivers and enhancing efforts to prevent repeat DUI offenses.Senate Bill 54 expands the definition of aggravated DUI to include individuals convicted of driving under the influence while also committing offenses such as causing... Read More.

Legislation from Senator Bill Coleman to Create Recall Elections Process Clears Oklahoma Senate

Monday, March 31 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Senate has approved legislation from Sen. Bill Coleman, R-Ponca City, to create a recall process for state elected officials to be removed from office.Before the legislation passed 31 to 15, Coleman vowed to make major changes to the bill in the coming weeks.Senate Bill 990 currently establishes a... Read More.

PCPD Looking for Suspect in Attempted Armed Robbery at Stop-N-Go

Monday, March 31 by Ponca City Now-PCPD

In the early hours of March 30th, Officers with the Ponca City Police Department responded to Stop-N-Go at 501 W. Highland Ave. in response to an attempted Armed Robbery. The subject, described by witnesses as a black male, wearing a blue hoodie and a white ski mask, walked into the store and pointed a firearm... Read More.

PCPD Investigating Recent Death in Ponca City

Monday, March 31 by Ponca City-PCPD

On the evening of March 30th, Ponca City Police and Ponca City EMS responded to the 300 block of south Lake Street for an unresponsive male. Upon arrival at the scene, Officers found 62 year old Robert Gibbs inside his residence and he was suffering from a gunshot wound. Gibbs was pronounced dead at the... Read More.

Oklahoma Governor Race: Former State Sen. Mike Mazzei Announces Candidacy

Monday, March 31 by News 9

Former Oklahoma State Senator Mike Mazzei announced he is running for governor.Mazzei served as an Oklahoma State Senator, representing District 25, after winning the Republican primary election for the district in 2004. Mazzei faced no opposition from the Democratic or Independent parties.During Mazzei's time in the Senate, he pushed for tax cuts, pension reform... Read More.