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China Raises Tariffs on U.S. Goods to 84% in Retaliation to Trump Tariffs

Wednesday, April 9 by CBS News

China said it is raising its tariffs on U.S. products to 84%, up from its previously announced 34%, after President Trump's import duties on Chinese goods went into effect today at a rate of 104%.Mr. Trump's broad-based tariffs, which apply to imports from almost every nation, kicked in after midnight... Read More.

Federal Government Revokes 8 Student Visas at Oklahoma State University; ORU, UCO & More Oklahoma Universities Potentially Impacted

Wednesday, April 9 by News 6

STILLWATER, Okla. -The student visas of eight OSU students have been revoked by the federal government, according to an update from a representative for the university.The university is seeking clarity as to why and the manner by which these student visas were revoked.OSU released the following statement about the situation. Initially, it was reported... Read More.

NOC Offers Targeted Enrollment for Prospective Students

Wednesday, April 9 by Ponca City Now

Northern Oklahoma College is hosting targeted enrollment dates for summer and fall enrollment on April 15-17 for prospective students.The dates, times, and locations are as follows:April 15 – NOC Tonkawa’s Wilkin Hall, 9 a.m. – noon or 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.April 16 – NOC Enid’s Zollars Library, 9 a.m. – noon or 1... Read More.

Pawnee Woman Arrested for Laundering Funds Connected to Online Romance Scams

Wednesday, April 9 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – Attorney General Gentner Drummond has filed charges against a Pawnee woman for laundering approximately $1.5 million in funds obtained through online romance scams. Christine Joan Echohawk, 53, was arrested Monday on complaints of unlawful use of criminal proceeds and using a computer to violate state statutes. Echohawk is accused of laundering money... Read More.

Stillwater Police Arrest Suspect in Fatal Shooting After Apartment Altercation

Wednesday, April 9 by Beverly Cantrell

STILLWATER, OK (KOKH) — A suspect has been arrested in connection with a fatal weekend shooting in Stillwater.According to the Stillwater Police Department (SPD), officers responded to a report of an assault on Saturday around 8:45 pm near N. Boomer.Upon arrival, officers reportedly found a gunshot-wounded male victim inside. He was identified as a... Read More.

Mega Millions Tickets Rise to $5, But the Lottery Promises More Giant Jackpots

Wednesday, April 9 by Beverly Cantrell

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Mega Millions players will get slightly better odds and should start seeing more billion-dollar jackpots, but at a cost — literally — with tickets for the multistate lottery jumping in price to $5.The price for playing Mega Millions more than doubled for drawings starting... Read More.

Automated Lawn Mowers to Cut Grass at State Capitol to Save Money

Wednesday, April 9 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY (March 31, 2025) – The Office of Management and Enterprise Services (OMES), in partnership with Gov. Kevin Stitt and the Oklahoma Division of Government Efficiency (DOGE-OK), has introduced new automated lawn mowers to service the State Capitol grounds. This innovative approach is better for the soil... Read More.

Blackwell Tourism’s 3rd Annual Cinco de Mayo Celebration May 3

Tuesday, April 8 by Ponca City Now

Blackwell Tourism's 3rd annual Cinco de Mayo celebration event will be held on the Blackwell Fairgrounds, 800 South Main Street from 6-10pm on Saturday May 3.Free admission, food trucks, vendors and games for all ages along with amazing door prize drawings increase the crowd each year.Event DJ is Teo Arellano Garcia and brings the... Read More.

Community Health Foundation’s Biennial Fundraising Event “Meal to Heal” This Friday

Tuesday, April 8 by Ponca City Now

Meal to Heal, the Community Health Foundation's biennial fundraising event, is on Friday, April 11 from 6:30-9:00 pm at MLZ Ranch, 4610 N Pecan Rd in Ponca City. They are excited to bring back the steak competition this year with three amazing teams from our community competing for crowd favorite. The grill teams include returning... Read More.

Former OSU Student Featured in 2025 Religious Series ‘The Chosen’

Tuesday, April 8 by News 9

Oklahoma State graduate Elizabeth Tabish, best known for her portrayal of Mary Magdalene in The Chosen series, is once again on the big screen in the newly released 2025 film, The Chosen: Last Supper – Part Two. As the series continues to captivate audiences around the world, Tabish took a moment to reflect on her time... Read More.

Elk City Lake Installs Artificial Reefs for Better Fishing

Tuesday, April 8 by News 9

ELK CITY, OK -The city of Elk City collaborated with the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation to secure a grant to improve fish habitats in Elk City Lake. The city assembled and installed MossBack structures, which are essentially artificial covers for the fish to hide, reproduce, shade, or feed. The project... Read More.

Superintendent Ryan Walters Announces 13 Tulsa Schools Exiting CSI Designation

Tuesday, April 8 by News 6

Thirteen Tulsa Public Schools campuses are no longer classified under the state’s Comprehensive Support and Improvement (CSI) designation, a status assigned to schools with low academic performance. State Superintendent Ryan Walters and TPS Superintendent Dr. Ebony Johnson joined News On 6 to discuss the achievement and its significance.Q: Superintendent Walters, what... Read More.