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PONCA CITY FIRE DEPARTMENT RESPONDS TO APARTMENT FIRE AT COPPER RIDGE APARTMENTS

by Ponca City Now-PCFD
On August 13, 2026 at approximately 1:35 a.m., Ponca City Fire Department crews responded to a report of an apartment fire at Copper Ridge Apartments on W. Highland. Upon arrival, crews found smoke and flames coming from an apartment. Firefighters immediately initiated fire suppression operations while simultaneously evacuating occupants from adjoining apartments to ensure their... Read More.

Ponca City Part of “What’s in Oklahoma’s Trash” Study

by Ponca City Now-City of Ponca City
In November 2025, the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality partnered with SCS Engineers to conduct the 2026 Oklahoma Statewide Material Characterization Study—the first statewide study of its kind in Oklahoma. The study is taking place at five landfills across the state, including the Ponca City Landfill. Its purpose is to learn what types of materials... Read More.
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Drummond files for preliminary injunction to block aluminum smelter

by Ponca City Now
OKLAHOMA CITY – Attorney General Gentner Drummond has filed a motion for preliminary injunction to block construction of the proposed heavy-industrial aluminum smelting complex in Inola. The motion, filed Tuesday in U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Oklahoma, comes ahead of the Aug. 28 expiration of the Town of Inola’s moratorium on... Read More.

Manger Condemns Board’s Decision to Advance Parole for Sirloin Stockade Murderer

by Ponca City Now
OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Robert Manger, R-Oklahoma City, released the following statement condemning the Oklahoma Pardon and Parole Board’s decision to recommend parole for Verna Stafford, who was convicted for her role in the 1978 Sirloin Stockade massacre. "Parole, even one step closer, is not owed to Verna Stafford. Justice is owed to her victims.... Read More.
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PECAN ROAD CLOSURE

by Ponca City Now
Sober Brothers, Inc. of Ponca City has entered an agreement with the City of Ponca City to make an emergency repair to a storm sewer culvert on Pecan Road approximately one-half mile north of Lake Road. Work is set to begin on Thursday, August 13, 2026. Estimated time to complete the repairs is two days... Read More.

Governor Stitt signs cold case bill

by KTUL
OKLAHOMA CITY, (Okla.) — "This bill will break your heart," said Governor Kevin Stitt. Governor Stitt's description of a bill he signed into law spoke to its bittersweet nature. "It means now that we’re going to have a voice but it’s also going to be my 22nd anniversary without Britttany," said Dr. Maggie Zingman. She has been... Read More.

KAY COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT TO HOST CHILD PASSENGER SAFETY EVENT

by Ponca City Now
PONCA CITY – 96 percent of parents and caregivers believe their child safety seats are installed correctly, but NHTSA research shows that 7 out of 10 children are improperly restrained, putting them at risk for serious injury or death in a crash. To find out if your child is at risk, the Kay County... Read More.
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Oklahoma parole board recommends parole for Verna Stafford

by News 9
The Oklahoma Pardon and Parole Board recommended parole for Verna Stafford in a 3-2 vote on Tuesday, advancing a decision that will now go to Gov. Kevin Stitt. Stafford, 73, will not be released from prison regardless of whether Stitt accepts or rejects the recommendation because she has a second life sentence to serve. A spokesperson... Read More.
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