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Remembering The 30th Anniversary of OKC Bombing

Monday, April 28 by Ponca City Now

by Rep. John PfeifferThe Legislature took time to remember the Oklahoma City bombing in advance of the 30th anniversary. The lives of 168 Oklahomans were taken in what is known as the deadliest act of domestic terrorism in United States history.We heard from former Gov. Frank Keating about how the Oklahoma Standard emerged... Read More.

Ponca City Public Schools Announces Major Step Forward in Early Childhood Education and Childcare Solutions

Monday, April 28 by Ponca City Now

Ponca City Public Schools (PCPS) is proud to announce a transformative initiative that brings Washington Pre-K classes back to neighborhood schools while creating at least 40 new childcare spots across the community. This bold move, in partnership with the Child Development Center (CDC), aims to tackle two critical challenges facing Ponca City families: early... Read More.

Ford Invites All to Attend Annual Ruck-Off

Monday, April 28 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Ross Ford, R-Broken Arrow, invites all Oklahomans to attend the third annual Oklahoma Memorial Trail Ruck-Off in Broken Arrow on Saturday, May 10. This year's ruck-off is named in honor of U.S. Army Infantry Major Clarence Oliver, a combat veteran of the Korean War who resides in Broken Arrow. The ruck-off is... Read More.

‘Bison Uber’ uses helicopter to return herd to Oklahoma refuge

Monday, April 28 by News 9

FORT SILL, Okla. -A group of wandering bison recently found themselves at the center of a wild and airborne rescue mission after they unexpectedly strolled onto U.S. Army Garrison Fort Sill without any clearance.The unusual roundup, which officials dubbed a “bison Uber,” involved helicopters, a multi-agency team and a lot of hoofed determination to get... Read More.

Trump’s push to save the fading coal industry gets a warm embrace in West Virginia

Monday, April 28 by AP

FAYETTEVILLE, W.Va. (AP) — The winner of this year’s West Virginia Coal Festival teen beauty pageant walks among the ruins of a community abandoned 70 years ago and imagines the rusted remains of coal tipples and processing plants coming back to life.Ava Johnson knows West Virginia coal will not ever be what it once... Read More.

More Than 100 Immigrants Detained at Illegal After-Hours Nightclub in Colorado

Monday, April 28 by AP

Colorado (AP) — More than 100 immigrants suspected of being in the United States illegally were taken into custody early Sunday following a federal raid at an illegal after-hours nightclub in Colorado Springs, Colorado, authorities said.Video posted online by the Drug Enforcement Administration showed agents announcing their presence outside the building and ordering patrons... Read More.

George Nigh to speak at NOC commencement May 3

Friday, April 25 by Ponca City Now

Former Oklahoma Governor George Nigh will address candidates for graduation at Northern Oklahoma College 2025 commencement exercises Saturday, May 3.NOC Tonkawa candidates will march into Foster-Piper Fieldhouse on the Tonkawa campus at 9:30 a.m. on May 3.That same day NOC Enid and Stillwater candidates will enter Briggs Auditorium on the Enid campus at 2:30... Read More.

Second suspect accused of falsifying records at treatment plant arrested

Friday, April 25 by News 9

Anthony Menzie and Glenn Brentnell facing multiple charges, including conspiracy to commit a felony.MIDWEST CITY, Okla. -A second suspect accused of falsifying reports at an Oklahoma City metro water treatment plant is in custody, police say.The Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality said Glenn Brentnell turned himself in to the Midwest City Police Department on... Read More.

Oklahoma narcotics bureau and DEA seize over 89,000 plants in Cleveland marijuana bust

Friday, April 25 by KOKH

CLEVELAND, OKLAHOMA (KOKH) — The Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics' Marijuana Enforcement Teams (MET) served a search warrant at a grow location in Cleveland, Oklahoma, on Wednesday, April 23.According to OBN, the MET worked with the US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) on the bust.At the location, agents seized 89,069 plants and 2,099 pounds of processed marijuana.Ming... Read More.

Mexican national in Catoosa indicted for unlawful reentry in U.S. after infant homicide

Friday, April 25 by KTUL

CATOOSA, OKLA. (KTUL) — A Mexican national who was deported after serving time for the death of his own baby was arrested in Catoosa and indicted for unlawfully reentering the United States.In 1994, Carlos Ambriz Estrada pleaded guilty to deliberate homicide. He is now charged with unlawful reentry of a removed alien after having been... Read More.

NOC Spring Concert and “Play in a Day” events scheduled

Thursday, April 24 by Ponca City Now

The Northern Oklahoma College Division of Fine Arts has two events scheduled in late April.On Sunday, April 27, the annual Spring Concert will be held at 2 p.m. at the Kinzer Performing Arts Center. The concert features the NOC Concert Band, College Choir, and Madrigal Singers.Admission is free, children under 12 must accompanied by... Read More.

Winners of ODOT’s 2025 Trash Poster Contest, Includes Kay County Kindergarten Student

Thursday, April 24 by KOKH

OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — The Oklahoma Department of Transportation announced the 2025 Trash Poster Contest Winners.Students from kindergarten through 12th grade displayed their artistic talents while conveying the importance of litter-free environments."Creating art allows students to better understand the effects of litter on the environment and encourages them to inspire others," said Melody Johnson,... Read More.