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Officials Release ‘Alarming’ Marijuana Study Findings in Oklahoma

by Ponca City Now
A press conference was held recently at the Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics (OBN) Headquarters, where officials discussed 'alarming' data from a comprehensive study on marijuana in Oklahoma.The report, compiled by the TEXOMA High-Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) at the request of Oklahoma legislators, policymakers, and concerned citizens, will highlight the current landscape of... Read More.

Cutting Red Tape and Keeping Promises for Our District

by Ponca City Now
By: Representative Molly JenkinsThis past week was a whirlwind at the Oklahoma State Capitol as we faced the crucial deadline for House bills to be heard. Late nights and early mornings were the norm as I pored over every single bill, making sure my votes reflected the values and best interests of our district.... Read More.

Got Beef? Advocates, Experts Weigh in Amid Debate Over Cultivated Meat Products

by KOKH
OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. (KOKH) — As Oklahoma lawmakers consider proposals regarding cultivated meat, industry experts and advocates are weighing in on the potential impact on consumers and traditional ranching.Michael Kelsey, executive vice president of the Oklahoma Cattlemen's Association, emphasized the importance of consumer awareness."Beef, it is truly what's for dinner. It's also what's for lunch... Read More.
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E-ZPass scam: How to Protect Yourself From “Smishing” and Other Types of fraud

by News 9
OKLAHOMA CITY -Texting scams have become commonplace for nearly all cell phone owners, but a recent nationwide scam involving E-ZPass has caught the country's attention. The texts employ the practice of "smishing," which is when scammers impersonate a reputable company or government agency to trick people into giving up their personal information or money via... Read More.

Texas reaches 400 measles cases as US deals with outbreaks in 5 states

by The Associated Press
By DEVI SHASTRI AP Health WriterAP — At least five states have active measles outbreaks as of Friday, and Texas' is the largest with 400 cases.Already, the U.S. has more measles cases this year than in all of 2024, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has said. Other states with outbreaks —... Read More.

Ponca City woman dies, 2 others injured in collision north of town

by Oklahoma Highway Patrol
The Oklahoma Highway Patrol reported that a personal injury collision occurred at 11:48 p.m. Friday night at the intersection of US-77 and Coleman Road, about 1 mile north of Ponca City in Kay County.The first vehicle was a 2009 Pontiac driven by Shannon Laird, 37, of Ponca City. She was pronounced deceased at the... Read More.
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Ponca City Police Asking Public’s Help Locating Two Violent Robbery Suspects.

by Ponca City Now-PCPD
On March 25th, PCPD officers responded to a robbery at Willow Springs Park. During the unprovoked attack, the victim was brutally assaulted, pistol-whipped, and had his vehicle stolen. Due to the severity of his injuries, the victim was transported to a hospital in Oklahoma City for further treatment and surgery for a broken jaw,... Read More.

Drummond Lauds State Senate Passage of Critical Cybersecurity Bill

by Ponca City Now
OKLAHOMA CITY  – The Oklahoma State Senate Thursday passed Senate Bill 626 requiring businesses to report any security breaches to the Attorney General’s Office if personal information is exposed.  Authored by Sen. Brent Howard and Rep. John Pfeiffer, the measure is designed to strengthen cybersecurity protections and enhance the state’s ability to investigate and... Read More.

Joe Jolly Named to Coach NOC Enid Lady Jets Soccer

by Ponca City Now
Joe Jolly has been named as the NOC Enid Lady Jets soccer coach.NOC Athletic Director Alan Foster announced the hiring this week.Jolly comes to NOC Enid from Arizona Christian University in Glendale, Arizona, where he was associate head coach and recruiting coordinator for the men’s soccer program.“I am very excited to become the next... Read More.
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Oklahoma Bill on Wind Turbine Proximity to Homes Advances Off of House Floor

by KOKH
Oklahoma City, Okla. (KOKH) — A bill aiming to regulate how close wind turbines in certain counties in Oklahoma can be to someone's home is moving forward. Affected counties would have to have a certain population density and average wind speed.Lawmakers are looking at the issue this session in an effort to address safety, health... Read More.

Honoring First Responders and Advancing Policy

by Ponca City Now
By Rep. Ty Burns, R-PawneeOklahoma is no stranger to wildfires, but each time they strike, our communities come together in remarkable ways. The recent fires across our district have taken a heavy toll, and my heart goes out to those who have lost homes, property, lives and livelihoods. In the face of destruction, I... Read More.
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