4 Men Wanted for Fraudulent Use of a Debit Card in Ponca City

Last month, four men entered the Valero Short Stop at 320 W. Grand in Ponca City.Each of the men entered the store at different times and purchased lottery tickets and other miscellaneous merchandise. Each of the men checked out separately and told the clerk(s) they did not have their debit cards on them. However,... Read More.
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SNAP recipients targeted as EBT fraud spikes across Oklahoma

Oklahoma Human Services is sounding the alarm on a surge in fraud targeting SNAP benefits, as criminals increasingly find ways to steal funds from EBT cards.Since late 2022, state officials have tracked a sharp rise in organized scams, prompting urgent guidance for benefit recipients.Here’s what officials say is happening — and what you can... Read More.
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Two members of Ponca City High School’s Gifted and Talented program chosen to represent Ponca City in the State competition at OSU

Two members of Ponca City High School's Gifted and Talented program presented their research at the Oklahoma National History Day State competition held at the Oklahoma Historical Society in Oklahoma City on Thursday May 8. Both students were chosen to represent Ponca City in the State competition after competing in the Regional competition at... Read More.

Doctor suggests beach shower to improve river safety

TULSA, Okla. (KTUL) — If there's one thing you absolutely do not want to do if you're out in the Arkansas river having a good time..."The big thing is don't swallow the water," said Dr. Donald Barney, running down the list of symptoms if you get E. coli poisoning."The cramping, vomiting, fever, getting dehydrated from... Read More.
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Osage Sheriff’s Office: Recent Car Break-Ins in the McCord area

The Osage County Sheriffs Office wants to alert all residents that there have been several recent car break-ins reported in the McCord area, particularly during the late-night and early morning hours. Please be vigilant and take precautions to protect your vehicles and belongings.Tips to Help Prevent Vehicle Break-Ins:•Always lock your car doors and close... Read More.

Kansas Gov. wants board to reconsider parole granted to Tulsa man convicted of killing state trooper

By JOHN HANNA Associated PressTOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — A Tulsa man convicted of killing a Kansas Highway Patrol trooper in 1978 has been granted parole after having past requests rejected, inspiring criticism and prompting the Governor on Friday to call for reconsidering the decision.Jimmie K. Nelms and another man, both from Tulsa, Oklahoma, were... Read More.