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150th Annual Ponca Pow Wow This Week

by Ponca City Now
The Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma proudly invites you to the 150th Annual Ponca Celebration Powwow, taking place August 27–30, 2026, at White Eagle Park. This historic celebration will feature one of Indian Country's most prestigious competitions—the World Championship Fancy Dance Contest, where champions truly meet champions. On Sunday, August 30, 2026, the Ponca... Read More.
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What to know about energy drinks, caffeine and possible side effects

by News 6
Energy drinks have become a popular way to get a quick boost when people are tired or trying to power through a workout or busy day. But some energy drinks contain significantly more caffeine than a typical cup of coffee, and the effects can be more concerning for people who are already predisposed to certain... Read More.

Green Country Election Guide: What Voters Will Decide Aug. 25

by News 6
Voters across Green Country will head to the polls Aug. 25 with a wide range of decisions on the ballot, from multimillion-dollar school bond packages and local sales tax proposals to statewide Republican runoff races. Several communities will have issues specific to their cities, counties or school districts. Oklahoma voters will also decide two state... Read More.
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Oklahoma launches 2026 snowplow naming contest for students

by News 6
OKLAHOMA -The Oklahoma Department of Transportation and Oklahoma Turnpike Authority are launching the 2026 Snowplow Naming Contest, giving K-12 students statewide a chance to name the snowplows that help keep Oklahoma roads clear during winter weather. Students can submit names for 24 ODOT snowplows and 11 OTA snowplows. Submissions are open from Aug. 24 through Sept.... Read More.

University of Oklahoma seeing record number of freshman enrollment

by KTUL
NORMAN, Okla. — The University of Oklahoma is seeing a record number of enrollment once again. 6,437 students make up the Class of 2030, the largest freshman class in state and university history. This is OU's sixth consecutive year of record-setting freshman enrollment, a streak that's driven a 45% growth in incoming class sizes over that... Read More.

Drummond tells Muskogee schools the First Amendment did not require canceling prayer walk, offers future support

by Ponca City Now
OKLAHOMA CITY – Attorney General Gentner Drummond today advised Muskogee Public Schools that it was under no constitutional obligation to cancel a community prayer walk earlier this month, and offered this Office’s assistance to any Oklahoma district that receives a similar demand. Muskogee 6th and 7th Grade Academy had scheduled a Back to School Community... Read More.
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Trump waives tariffs on ground beef as Oklahoma ranchers push back

by News 6
President Donald Trump is temporarily waiving higher tariffs on imported ground beef as consumers face historically high prices at the grocery store. The Trump administration announced that the U.S. will allow up to 300,000 metric tons of imported ground beef to enter the country without the higher out-of-quota tariff for the next 90 days. Trump said... Read More.

ELECTION DAY REMINDERS AND TIPS

by Ponca City Now
Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday August 25, 2026 for the Primary Runoff Election. Kay County Election Board Secretary Carol Leaming offers these important tips to voters – especially those who will be casting a ballot for the first time. VOTING TIPS Mark your ballot using the example posted... Read More.
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