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Lukah Ewing Wildcat of the Week

Monday, September 21 by Ponca City Now-PCPS

Ponca City High School has named Lukah Ewing this week's Wildcat of the Week, an honor recognizing students who model the school's CATS expectations: Care for Others, Act Responsibly, Try Your Best, and Show Respect. Lukah earned the recognition for the positive impact he makes in the classroom through his willingness to participate and his... Read More.

St. Mary’s Catholic School’s Annual Fall Fest 2026

Monday, September 21 by Ponca City Now

Fall is just around the corner, and they’re ready to celebrate at St. Mary’s Catholic School’s Annual Fall Fest on Saturday, September 26th from 6:00–9:00 PM! St. Mary’s Catholic School415 S. 7th St. • Ponca City Bring your family and friends for a night full of food, fun, fellowship, and fall festivities! What’s... Read More.

Oklahoma Historical Society to dedicate Kate Barnard historical marker at Guthrie ceremony

Monday, September 21 by KOKH

Oklahoma Historical Society GUTHRIE, Okla. (KOKH) — The Oklahoma Historical Society (OHS) is celebrating the life of Catherine Ann "Kate" Barnard, the first woman elected to state office in Oklahoma. OHS is dedicating a historical marker in Barnard's memory at a ceremony celebrating her life and work. Elected in 1907, Barnard was the first woman elected to... Read More.

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Trump announces he is forming ‘AI Force,’ will name ‘AI czar’ soon

Monday, September 21 by TNND

WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 17: U.S. President Donald Trump speaks at a dinner in the Rose Garden of the White House on September 17, 2026 in Washington, DC. Trump was hosting the dinner for hunters, anglers and outdoor industry leaders after signing executive orders expanding hunting and fishing on public lands and reversing certain... Read More.

Marland’s Place Fundraiser at Tidal Wave Auto Spa Friday

Friday, September 18 by Ponca City Now

Join Marland's Place Friday, September 18, at Tidal Wave Auto Spa for a full day of giving back! Car Washes: 8 AM–8 PM Food Trucks: 11 AM–7 PM(Chick-Fil-A will be there at 3pm) Bounce House: 12 PM–7 PM Face Painting: 3 PM–7 PM Best of all, 50% of every wash will support Marland’s Place and... Read More.

Stillwater Performing Arts students invited to perform in 2028 London Parade

Friday, September 18 by News 6

STILLWATER, Okla. - Stillwater High School’s performing arts students are being invited to take part in one of London’s biggest New Year’s celebrations. Bob Bone, who is involved with the London Parade, was in Stillwater to invite the school’s performing arts faculty to London for the 2028 New Year’s Day Parade. Bone said American high school and... Read More.

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Record diesel prices put pressure on Oklahoma farmers, truckers

Friday, September 18 by KTUL

AFTON, OKLA — Diesel prices are hitting record highs in Oklahoma, putting added pressure on farmers, truck drivers and other businesses that rely on the fuel to keep moving. AAA Oklahoma says the statewide average for diesel reached $5.87 a gallon Wednesday, compared with about $3.27 a year ago. The national average was $6.31 a gallon. In... Read More.

USPS Operation Santa begins taking holiday letters, with Dec. 5 postmark deadline

Friday, September 18 by KOKH

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. (KOKH) — The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) is now accepting holiday letters from children and families through its Operation Santa Program. This year marks the 114th year of Operation Santa, which helps families send letters to Santa at the North Pole. Through the program, people can adopt and respond to letters, fulfilling children's... Read More.

NOC Historical Art Exhibition celebrates 125 years

Thursday, September 17 by Ponca City Now

In celebration of Northern Oklahoma College’s 125th anniversary, Eleanor Hays Art Gallery will open its doors for an Historical Exhibition, September 22 – December 8, 2026, in the Kinzer Performing Arts Center on the Tonkawa campus. Gallery Director Audrey Schmitz has curated a diverse collection of artifacts dating from 1901 when Central Hall was constructed as a... Read More.

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There’s one issue where Republicans and Democrats are unified before the midterms, a new poll finds

Thursday, September 17 by AP

Cars drive past data centers, July 16, 2023, in Ashburn, Va. (AP Photo/Ted Shaffrey, File) On the way home from a recent trip, Eriech Tapia drove past a sea of dark industrial buildings lining an already jam-packed northern Virginia road: data centers. “It was interesting to see how many were... Read More.

EPA eliminates rule that limits planet-warming greenhouse gas emissions from power plants

Thursday, September 17 by AP

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Environmental Protection Agency said Monday it is repealing rules that limit planet-warming greenhouse gas emissions from power plants fueled by coal and natural gas and announced it is taking a separate but related step to prevent future administrations from regulating climate pollution from power plants. The rule... Read More.

Dr. Nicole Saphier, Trump’s 3rd surgeon general pick, faces Senate questions over her vaccine stance

Thursday, September 17 by AP

The U.S. Capitol is seen from the Washington Monument, Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais) WASHINGTON (AP) — Dr. Nicole Saphier, President Donald Trump’s third surgeon general nominee, was grilled at her confirmation hearing Wednesday about her stance on childhood vaccines, voicing support for immunization as she seeks... Read More.