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Capitol Conversations By Sen. Bill Coleman

by Ponca City Now
The Senate adjourned this year’s legislative session at 12:25 a.m. on May 30. We adjourned Sine Die, a term signaling final adjournment, after a long week of addressing remaining policy proposals, confirming dozens of the governor’s appointees to serve in state government and voting to override most of the governor’s vetoes. Overall, I believe it... Read More.

NOC art, digital media students tour Ft. Worth museums

by Ponca City Now
Led by Art Faculty Audrey Schmitz, NOC Art and Digital Media students toured three museums on an overnight trip to Fort Worth, TX, May 23-24.The tour included Amon Carter Museum, Modern Art Museum and Kimball Museum of Art. Other destinations included Fort Worth Botanic Gardens, Fort Worth Water Gardens and St. Patrick’s Cathedral.Joining the trip were Brad Matson, Director... Read More.

2nd Annual Great American Kayak Race July 4

by Ponca City Now
Register for the 2nd Annual Great American Kayak Race held at beautiful Lake Ponca on Independence Day. Kayakers will maneuver around the marked course on the East Lake to prove their paddling skills and come out on top.The first place grand prize will be a Blackstone Griddle. Additional prizes awarded to 2nd & 3rd... Read More.
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ODOC to purchase Lawton Correctional Facility, take over operations July 25

by Ponca City Now
OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma Department of Corrections has officially entered an agreement to purchase the Lawton Correctional Facility from The GEO Group. ODOC will assume operational control on July 25, a major milestone in strengthening the agency’s transformative presence. This transition brings the State of Oklahoma one step closer to a fully unified corrections... Read More.

Historic Fee Elimination Signed into Law

by Ponca City Now
OKLAHOMA CITY – Two measures reforming Oklahoma's fines and fees systems have been signed into law.Rep. Tammy West, R-Oklahoma City, and Sen. Todd Gollihare, R-Kellyville, authored House Bill 1460 and House Bill 1462. The measures arose from an interim study held in October to understand the current scope of... Read More.

PCPD Seek Suspect in 2024 Burglary in Ponca City

by Ponca City Now-PCPD
In February of 2024, PCPD Officers responded to a residential burglary in Ponca City. In that investigation, the victim told Officers that several thousand dollars worth of property had been taken. The property included several televisions, handheld electronics, clothing, Native American jewelry and a safe. Investigators processed the scene and located a hat that... Read More.
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PCPD Arrest Juvenile After Threatening to Shoot Someone

by Ponca City Now
Shortly before 10:00 pm on Monday evening, PCPD Officers were contacted by a juvenile female, who told them someone had just put a gun to her head and threatened to shoot her, near the playground at Lake Ponca. Officers conducted an investigation and learned that a juvenile male brandished a firearm and threatened to shoot... Read More.
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First Session of 60th Legislature Adjourns by Rep. John Pfeiffer

by Ponca City Now
The First Session of the 60th Legislature has ended.We started the year by filing 1,928 bills and 29 joint resolutions in the House. Senators filed 1,124 bills and 17 joint resolutions. We finished our session by sending a total of 272 House and 255 Senate measures to governor. To date, he's vetoed 68 measures.... Read More.

Oklahoma offers free fishing weekend, no license required

by KOKH
OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — Oklahoma is inviting residents to enjoy a Free Fishing Weekend on June 7-8, 2025.According to the Oklahoma Game Wardens, during the two days, citizens can fish without needing a state fishing license. It's the perfect chance to get outside, make some memories, and introduce someone new to the sport we all love.... Read More.