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Speaker Kyle Hilbert Files Legislation to Give Oklahoma One of the Strongest Early Literacy Laws in the Country

by Ponca City Now
OKLAHOMA CITY – Speaker of the House Kyle Hilbert, R-Bristow, has filed legislation to strengthen Oklahoma’s Strong Readers Act, reinforcing the state’s commitment to ensuring every child can read at or above grade level by the end of third grade. “Reading is not optional, it is foundational,” Speaker Hilbert said. “If a child cannot read,... Read More.

Jenkins Files Bills for Voters to Decide Legislative Pay

by Ponca City Now
OKLAHOMA CITY — Rep. Molly Jenkins, R-Coyle, has filed three bills she says are aimed at giving voters a direct voice in decisions about pay raises for legislators and statewide elected officials. Jenkins said she introduced the three pieces of legislation after the Oklahoma Legislative Compensation Board met in executive session late last year before... Read More.
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How new pneumonia vaccine guidelines change booster recommendations for adults

by News 6
OKLAHOMA CITY - Here in Oklahoma, Dr. Lacy Anderson is explaining what this could mean for you and your family. Anderson says pneumonia vaccine boosters aren’t always needed, but rather, it depends on your age and previous vaccinations. “For most adults 50 years and older, a single pneumonia vaccine may cover you,” Anderson said. “But for adults... Read More.

MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY OBSERVED MONDAY AS A CITY HOLIDAY

by Ponca City Now
City Hall Offices will be CLOSED, Monday, January 19 and REOPEN Tuesday, January 20. Residential Refuse WILL NOT BE PICKED UP Monday, January 19, and RESUME Tuesday, January 20. As there will be no residential trash collection on Monday, January 19, please only put trash out on the scheduled day of collection. Trash left out overnight... Read More.

LAST WEEK TO REQUEST ABSENTEE BALLOT FOR THE FEBRUARY 10, PONCA CITY MUNICIPAL ELECTION

by Ponca City Now
The deadline to request absentee ballots by mail is approaching. Applications must be received by the Kay County Election Board no later than 5 p.m. Monday, January 26, 2026. Kay County Election Board Secretary Carol Leaming, said absentee voting is available to all voters, provided they are eligible to vote in said election, applications can... Read More.
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Maynard Files Trio of AI Safeguards

by Ponca City Now
OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Cody Maynard, R-Durant, has filed a three-bill legislative package establishing commonsense safeguards for the use of artificial intelligence in Oklahoma. The measures seek to clarify that artificial intelligence systems are not persons and cannot hold legal rights, ensure state agencies use AI responsibly with human oversight, and protect minors from... Read More.

Proposed amendment could alter funding for Oklahoma public universities

by KTUL
TULSA, OKLA. (KTUL) — A proposed constitutional amendment could change how public colleges and universities receive state funding. House Joint Resolution 1037, introduced by Rep. Gabe Woolley, would allow lawmakers to temporarily freeze, suspend or withhold state-appropriated funds. Woolley said the measure is intended to give Oklahomans more control over taxpayer dollars spent at... Read More.
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‘Don’t cut the tape’: Trump threatens to sue CBS News over interview editing

by CBS News
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump has threatened legal action against CBS News if the network broadcasts an edited version of a recent interview conducted with anchor Tony Dokoupil, according to reports. The interview, which aired Tuesday following the president’s visit to Detroit, has become the latest flashpoint in Trump’s long-standing friction with the network over... Read More.

Strong Dads Bootcamp

by Ponca City Now
The Strong Dads Program will be hosting a Strong Dads Bootcamp at Tonkawa Methodist Church on the weekend of January 30th–31st. This special bootcamp was created specifically for those who are unable to attend our weekly sessions, but it was designed for everyone. It offers a shortened, weekend-style workshop while still delivering the same... Read More.

Oklahoma fire danger soars; burn bans expand as winds speed up

by News 9
CLEVELAND COUNTY, Okla. - Several counties across Oklahoma are now under burn bans as fire danger intensifies due to incoming strong winds. Cleveland County is the latest addition to this growing list, joining nine other counties already under restrictions. Fire Danger Escalates in Oklahoma: What You Need to Know Recent Fire Incident A fire broke out in the... Read More.
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