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Luttrell Comments on Shidler REAP Infrastructure Funding

Wednesday, February 4 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOM CITY – Rep. Ken Luttrell, R-Ponca City, commented on Rural Economic Action Plan funding approved for a transportation project in Shidler. “This is a meaningful investment for Shidler and for the people who depend on these roads every day,” Luttrell said. “Projects like this may not always grab headlines, but they make a real... Read More.

NOC Roustabout Homecoming Show Rescheduled for February 11

Wednesday, February 4 by Ponca City Now

The Northern Oklahoma College Roustabouts Homecoming Show has been rescheduled for Wednesday, Feb. 11, at 7:30 p.m. The free show will be held in the Dineo Heilmann Auditorium inside the Kinzer Performing Arts Center. The show was originally set for Jan. 29 but was postponed due to weather. Northern Oklahoma College, the state’s first public two-year community... Read More.

Financial Education Class Offered at PTC

Wednesday, February 4 by Ponca City Now

Financial stress affects the whole family — and it’s real. Pioneer Tech has an upcoming opportunity designed to support individuals and families with practical, confidence-building financial tools. Tuesdays, Feb 17 - April 14 | 6:00 - 9:00 pm | Pioneer Tech CLIMB is a FREE, 8-session workshop designed to help participants build confidence and control over their... Read More.

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Why Oklahoma’s trooper shortage leaves many rural areas without coverage

Wednesday, February 4 by News 6

Right now, 766 OHP troopers are responsible for all 77 counties across the state. That means many rural communities don’t have round-the-clock coverage, and troopers who are working are often covering multiple counties at once. By the Numbers: What Coverage Looks Like Today 766 active troopers statewide 77 counties No 24-hour coverage in many rural... Read More.

$1.5B OKLAHOMA DRUG BUST

Wednesday, February 4 by News 9

Attorney General Gentner Drummond announced his Organized Crime Task Force arrested 20 people and seized thousands of marijuana plants in a $1.5 billion black market marijuana crime ring Tuesday. The investigation, called Operation Blunt Force, found that leader Hao Tong Chen ran fraudulent medical marijuana licensing schemes in Oklahoma. According to the indictment, Chen orchestrated a... Read More.

Humphrey Files Legislation to Extend Health Liability Claims

Wednesday, February 4 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Justin Humphrey, R-Lane, has filed legislation that would extend the period of time for people to file health care liability claims based on a good faith belief that a federal procedural bar was in place when a cause of action arose. Supporters of House Bill 3119 say it could remove... Read More.

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Trump agrees to lower tariffs on India after Modi agrees to stop buying Russian oil

Wednesday, February 4 by TNND

WASHINGTON (TNND) — President Donald Trump announced Monday that he will lower tariffs on goods from India from 25% to 18% after speaking with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Trump said Modi agreed to stop buying Russian oil and it comes after months of the president pushing the country to end the use of the cheap... Read More.

US creates stockpile for critical minerals to protect manufacturers from China’s dominance

Wednesday, February 4 by TNND

WASHINGTON (TNND) — The U.S. is creating a domestic stockpile of critical minerals in the Trump administration’s latest move to reduce the country’s reliance on China for key materials and components of technology used in cellphones, military equipment and renewable energy. It is the latest move by the Trump administration to counter China's... Read More.

NOC Sheep Production class shows at Fort Worth

Tuesday, February 3 by Ponca City Now

The NOC Sheep Production class had an eventful and successful trip to the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo this past weekend. Winter weather made the decision to travel south a cautious one, but the group was glad they made the trip to compete in the FWSSR Open Sheep Show. Nine students and 13... Read More.

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GOP leaders labor for support ahead of key test vote on ending partial government shutdown

Tuesday, February 3 by AP

WASHINGTON (AP) — Speaker Mike Johnson’s ability to carry out President Donald Trump’s “play call” for funding the government will be put to the test Tuesday as the House holds a procedural vote on a bill to end the partial shutdown. Johnson will need near-unanimous support from his Republican conference to proceed.... Read More.

NOC Tonkawa offers free basic tax service

Tuesday, February 3 by Ponca City Now

Northern Oklahoma College Tonkawa is providing free basic income tax return preparation for students, NOC employees, and area residents starting Feb. 12 at NOC Tonkawa. Singles or families making less than $75,000 per year qualify for the free service. Trained tax preparers from the NOC Business Division and area volunteers will be available for tax assistance... Read More.

15th Annual OkMOM Two-Day, Free Dental Clinic in Enid This Week

Tuesday, February 3 by Ponca City Now

An important public health event is coming to Enid that will provide free dental care to Oklahomans in need — the Oklahoma Mission of Mercy (OkMOM) clinic. What: Oklahoma Mission of Mercy, a free, two-day, large-scale dental clinic Who: Open to patients of all ages; no insurance required When: Friday, February 6 and Saturday, February 7 Where: Stride... Read More.