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Oklahoma ends ‘orphan tax,’ preserves survivor benefits for foster children

Friday, July 17 by News 9

Gov. Kevin Stitt at State of the State address OKLAHOMA CITY -Oklahoma will no longer use Social Security survivor benefits from foster youth to reimburse state costs, commonly known as the “orphan tax,” Governor Kevin Stitt announced Wednesday. This announcement is part of a partnership with the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) and the U.S.... Read More.

General Mills recalls nearly 736,000 Pillsbury rolls due to possible glass contamination

Friday, July 17 by CBS News

General Mills is recalling nearly 736,000 Pillsbury bread rolls because they may contain glass, according to a notice posted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration earlier this week. The recall includes 3,080 cases of Pillsbury Bread Rolls “Hard Roll Dough,” each containing 180 rolls, for a total of 554,400 rolls, and... Read More.

2026 FIFA World Cup Final to be played on OSU-developed grass

Thursday, July 16 by Ponca City Now-KTUL

STILLWATER, Okla. - A piece of Oklahoma will be on display during the biggest game in soccer. The 2026 FIFA World Cup Final will be played on bermudagrass developed by Oklahoma State University researchers in Stillwater. Dr. Yanqi Wu, a Regents Professor of Plant Breeding and Genetics at Oklahoma State University, said he’s spent decades developing bermudagrass... Read More.

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AG Drummond says Cash App settlement to strengthen fraud protections for Oklahomans

Thursday, July 16 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – Attorney General Gentner Drummond today announced Oklahoma's share of a $45 million multistate settlement with Block, Inc., the company behind Cash App. The settlement resolves allegations that Block misled consumers about the safety of the app, failed to protect users from fraud on the platform, and didn't provide the fraud protection and resolution that it promised and... Read More.

Students prepare for tougher 3rd grade standards through summer reading program

Thursday, July 16 by News 9

TULSA, Okla. - Beginning next school year, a new state law could require some third graders who are not reading at grade level to repeat the grade. One summer program is working to help students improve their reading skills before they return to school. Project Lit, held at Metropolitan Baptist Church in Tulsa, provides intensive reading... Read More.

New app puts Native American heritage on the Route 66 map

Thursday, July 16 by News 6

TULSA, Okla. - A new app and website help travelers on Route 66 learn about the roads’ connections to Native Americans. With Travel Native America, you can plan your Route 66 road trip with different tribes in mind. Route 66’s connection to Native America For 100 years, drivers along the 2,500 miles of Route 66 have passed open... Read More.

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Gubernatorial candidate Mike Mazzei explains change in stance on Inola Smelter project

Thursday, July 16 by News 9

Mike Mazzei OKLAHOMA CITY - Gubernatorial candidate Mike Mazzei explained to News 9 and News On 6 why he changed his stance on the controversial Inola Aluminum smelter project. Key Takeaways Mike Mazzei said he opposed financial problems related to the smelter, but agreed with the project after research. Drummond believes Mazzei switched his views on the... Read More.

Registration open for 2026 Wrecords Music Festival competition

Wednesday, July 15 by News 6

OKLAHOMA CITY - Registration is now open for the 2026 Wrecords Music Festival, a 24-hour songwriting competition that challenges independent musicians to create an original song in just one day. Artists 18 and older will receive a randomly assigned genre, lyric and instrument before having 24 hours to write and record an original track. Organizers say... Read More.

VOTER REGISTRATION DEADLINE APPROACHES

Wednesday, July 15 by Ponca City Now

July 31, 2026 is the last day to apply for voter registration in order to be eligible to vote in the August 25, 2026 Run Off Primary Election. Kay County Election Board Secretary Carol Leaming, said today. Leaming said that persons who are United State Citizens, resident of Oklahoma, and at least 17 ½ years old... Read More.

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2026 Aging & Caregiver Conference and Resource Fair at Pioneer Tech Thursday

Wednesday, July 15 by Ponca City Now

Are you caring for an aging parent, spouse, family member, or friend? Join us for the 2026 Aging & Caregiver Conference and Resource Fair on Thursday, July 16th at Pioneer Technology Center in Ponca City. This free event offers valuable information, community resources, and expert presentations designed to support caregivers and older adults. Featured topics include... Read More.

The global race for rare earth elements is speeding up, and Oklahoma’s USA Rare Earth is in it

Wednesday, July 15 by News 9

STILLWATER, Okla. - USA Rare Earth CEO Barbara Humpton sat down one-on-one with News On 6’s Katie Eastman to talk about the company’s goal to ramp up production as geopolitical tensions rise with China, the world’s top miner of rare earth elements. Q: For people who aren’t familiar with USA Rare Earth, what does the company... Read More.

Organized Crime Task Force raids northeast Oklahoma dispensaries

Wednesday, July 15 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – Attorney General Gentner Drummond’s Organized Crime Task Force (OCTF) raided two dispensaries and a convenience store in northeast Oklahoma last week following reports of suspected illegal activity at the businesses. The OCTF searched Dank Dispensary and Ontrac Express in Bristow, as well as a residence next to the dispensary. The dispensary is... Read More.