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The Nobel Prize in medicine goes to 3 scientists for key immune system discoveries; 2 from US

Wednesday, October 8 by AP

STOCKHOLM (AP) — Three scientists won the Nobel Prize in medicine Monday for discoveries about how the immune system knows to attack germs and not our own bodies.The work by Mary E. Brunkow, Fred Ramsdell and Dr. Shimon Sakaguchi uncovered a key pathway the body uses to keep the immune system in... Read More.

Three scientists at US universities win Nobel Prize in physics for advancing quantum technology

Wednesday, October 8 by AP

STOCKHOLM (AP) — Three scientists at American universities won the Nobel Prize in physics Tuesday for research on subatomic quantum tunneling that lays the groundwork for better cellphones and faster computers and makes possible the kind of ultra-sensitive measurements achieved by MRI machines.The work by John Clarke, Michel H.... Read More.

PCPD: Accident on Union

Tuesday, October 7 by Ponca City Now

Ponca City Police officers working an accident on north Union. The roadway between prospect and Hubbard will be closed until the accident investigation is complete and the roadway is cleared.

Lindel Fields to swear in as Oklahoma Superintendent, promises new era for schools

Tuesday, October 7 by News 6

OKLAHOMA CITY -A new era for Oklahoma’s education system will begin Tuesday at noon as Lindel Fields will officially take the oath of office as the state’s new Superintendent of Public Instruction.Governor Kevin Stitt will lead the swearing-in ceremony inside the Blue Room at the State Capitol, describing the move as the start of a... Read More.

Oklahoma veterans take Honor Flight to Washington D.C.

Tuesday, October 7 by News 6

Sixty-seven service members from across Oklahoma are visiting war memorials on an all-expenses-paid journey of remembrance. Honoring Service and Sacrifice Dozens of Oklahoma veterans are in Washington, D.C., today as part of the Oklahoma Warriors Honor Flight — a program dedicated to giving veterans the chance to visit the memorials built in their honor.Most of... Read More.

Ponca City mother in pain for three years gets lifesaving procedure

Tuesday, October 7 by News 9

PONCA CITY, Okla. -A Ponca City mother who lived with excruciating pain for three years recently received a new diagnosis and lifesaving procedure, her doctor told News 9 last week. Sylvia Urioste was 53 years old when she first started experiencing pain in her legs and hips. The pain worsened with time – growing... Read More.

Three NOC wrestlers represent USA in beach worlds

Tuesday, October 7 by Ponca City Now

Northern Oklahoma College sent three wrestlers and one coach to the U20 Beach World Wrestling Championships Sept. 26 in Katerini, Greece.Sam Nam, Lane Gourley, and Waleed Khariri represented NOC at the event as well as NOC men’s coach Bryan Kenney. While they did not place in the beach event, they did have quite an... Read More.

Kids Night Out at the RecPlex

Tuesday, October 7 by Ponca City Now

Kids Night Out at the RecPlex is for kids ages 4–12. The next Kids Night Out is 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM on October 18th.Give yourself a well-deserved break while your kids enjoy an exciting 5-hour fun-filled event at the RecPlex! Whether you're heading out for dinner, enjoying a quiet night at home, or... Read More.

Why is Oklahoma in the top 10 states for suicide?

Tuesday, October 7 by News 9

Oklahoma is facing a quiet but devastating crisis: the state ranks among the top ten in the nation for suicide, with about two Oklahomans dying by suicide every day.Over the past decade, the state’s suicide rate has grown faster than the national average, affecting families, communities, and workplaces across Oklahoma. Why is Oklahoma so... Read More.

Monarch butterflies making their way through Oklahoma

Tuesday, October 7 by Fox23News

OKLAHOMA — Monarch butterflies are making their way through Oklahoma right now, and experts say this is a critical time for these important pollinators.Laura Reynolds with Okies for Monarchs says Oklahoma is part of the migration funnel as monarchs head south to Mexico for the winter. The first week of October is typically when... Read More.

Taylor Swift’s ‘The Official Release Party of a Show Girl’ debuts at No. 1 with $33 million

Tuesday, October 7 by AP

LOS ANGELES (AP) — The weekend’s box office belonged to two undeniable draws: Taylor Swift and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson.It might have looked like a heavyweight matchup, but Swift’s devoted fanbase once again proved unstoppable with her film “The Official Release Party of a Show Girl,”... Read More.

Supermoon will appear tonight. Here’s what to know.

Monday, October 6 by CBS News

The moon will appear slightly larger and brighter Monday night during what's known as a supermoon.October's supermoon is the first of three this year. It happens when a full moon is closer to Earth in its orbit. That makes the moon look up to 14% bigger and 30% brighter... Read More.