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Superintendent Ryan Walters says Yukon Teacher Under Investigation

Thursday, February 20 by News 9

YUKON, Okla. -A Yukon Public Schools teacher is on leave and is being investigated, according to the district and the Oklahoma State Department of EducationWhat Yukon Public Schools says about the investigationA post from Yukon Public Schools on Facebook Monday night said district officials were aware of a “potential situation on... Read More.

Rhodes, Leach Named NOC Tonkawa King, Queen

Wednesday, February 19 by Beverly Cantrell

Jackson Rhodes and Jules Leach are the NOC Tonkawa Homecoming King and Queen for 2025.Rhodes is a freshman from Fairfax majoring in Pre-Med. He represented NOC’s Student Government and is an active member of Student Government, PLC and the BCM.Leach is a sophomore from Guthrie and is majoring in General Studies. Jules represents NOC... Read More.

Former House Speaker Charles McCall Running for Governor, ‘Keep Our State Free and Strong’

Wednesday, February 19 by KOKH

OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — Former Oklahoma House Speaker Charles McCall announced Tuesday morning he's filed to run for Governor.McCall said in a letter, "The left and outside forces are waging war on our way of life. They assault our faith and values. They try to destroy our families, our jobs and radicalize our schools.... Read More.

Costa Rica to receive 200 deported migrants as Trump ramps up immigration measures

Wednesday, February 19 by TNND

Colombian migrants deported from the United States wait inside El Dorado airport after arriving in Bogota, Colombia, Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2025. (AP File Photo/Fernando Vergara)COSTA RICA (TNND) — Costa Rica announced Monday that it will receive a flight Wednesday from the United States as the Trump administration ramps up deportations of illegal immigrants."The Government of... Read More.

Trump’s Talks With Russia Reverberate Across Europe

Wednesday, February 19 by TND

WASHINGTON (TNND) — The Trump administration’s moves to bring an end to the war in Ukraine have prompted frustration and concern from America’s European allies that were left out of initial discussions with Russia and fears of a potential removal of U.S. troops from bases spread across the continent.Top diplomats from the U.S. and Russia... Read More.

Ground Breaking Ceremony Held Monday for Santa Fe Depot Restoration Project

Tuesday, February 18 by City of Ponca City

Pictured left to right: Garrett Bowers, City Commissioner-Stephanie Austin, City Commissioner-Kelsey Wagner, City Commissioner-Rhonda Skrapke, Grant Administrator-Mike Abernathie, Project Architect-Homer Nicholson, Mayor-Tyler Prather, Rick Scott Construction-Craig Stephenson, City Manager-Jacob Harris, Rick Scott Construction-Rodney Jackson, Rick Scott Construction-Jayden Scott, Rick Scott Construction-Kenneth Bradley, Building Official-Chris Henderson, Development Services Director.In March of 2021, the City began... Read More.

Gov. Stitt to Finalize Immigration Deal for State Troopers to Assist ICE Arrests

Tuesday, February 18 by KOKH

OKLAHOMA CITY, (KOKH) — Gov. Kevin Stitt has announced an immigration agreement with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.This agreement would allow state troopers to work with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to arrest illegal aliens in Oklahoma."President Trump is fulfilling his promise of a secure border and removing those who are a threat... Read More.

Blue Cross Blue Shield to Require at-Home Injections for Some Asthma Medications

Tuesday, February 18 by News 6

Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS), under its parent company Health Care Service Corporation, is changing how certain asthma injections are administered.Effective April 15, 2025, some patients will need to self-administer asthma medications at home rather than receiving them at a clinic. The affected medications include Fasenra, Tezspire, Nucala, and Xolair.BCBS will update coverage... Read More.

What to Expect Third Week of Session at the Oklahoma State Capitol

Tuesday, February 18 by KOKH

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. (KOKH) — A shakeup in the Oklahoma State Board of Education, the Oklahoma House passing its first bill of the session and the... Read More.

Michigan Mother Arrested for Abandoning Kids in Home for Over 4 Years, Sheriff Says

Tuesday, February 18 by WXYZ

PONTIAC, Mich. (WXYZ) - Three Michigan kids were found in deplorable living conditions after police say their mother abandoned them years ago. The woman, who was not publicly identified by the sheriff’s office because she shares the same name as one of her children, was arrested last Friday. “Everybody is upset about it,” Emma Gross, a... Read More.

Watch Ponca City Basketball @ Westmoore

Monday, February 17 by Ponca City Now

The Cats are away against Westmoore. If you can’t make it to the games in person, we’ll have live streaming video available here with Jordan Woodruff’s broadcast audio from 100.7FM KPNC. Pregame coverage will begin at approximately 5:45pm, with tipoff scheduled at 6:00.https://www.poncacitynow.com/tv

Winter Less Cold Shelter Activated for the Week in Ponca City

Monday, February 17 by Ponca City Now

Ponca City, OK – Winter Less Cold will be activated for the entirety of this week, ending Friday night. Weather conditions will be monitored to determine if activation will continue through the weekend.“Keeping people alive in extreme weather is a community effort, and we are incredibly grateful for the nonprofits, volunteers, and donors who... Read More.