Ponca Post Archives - Ponca City Now

2026 FIFA World Cup Final to be played on OSU-developed grass

Thursday, July 16 by Ponca City Now-KTUL

STILLWATER, Okla. - A piece of Oklahoma will be on display during the biggest game in soccer. The 2026 FIFA World Cup Final will be played on bermudagrass developed by Oklahoma State University researchers in Stillwater. Dr. Yanqi Wu, a Regents Professor of Plant Breeding and Genetics at Oklahoma State University, said he’s spent decades developing bermudagrass... Read More.

AG Drummond says Cash App settlement to strengthen fraud protections for Oklahomans

Thursday, July 16 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – Attorney General Gentner Drummond today announced Oklahoma's share of a $45 million multistate settlement with Block, Inc., the company behind Cash App. The settlement resolves allegations that Block misled consumers about the safety of the app, failed to protect users from fraud on the platform, and didn't provide the fraud protection and resolution that it promised and... Read More.

Students prepare for tougher 3rd grade standards through summer reading program

Thursday, July 16 by News 9

TULSA, Okla. - Beginning next school year, a new state law could require some third graders who are not reading at grade level to repeat the grade. One summer program is working to help students improve their reading skills before they return to school. Project Lit, held at Metropolitan Baptist Church in Tulsa, provides intensive reading... Read More.

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New app puts Native American heritage on the Route 66 map

Thursday, July 16 by News 6

TULSA, Okla. - A new app and website help travelers on Route 66 learn about the roads’ connections to Native Americans. With Travel Native America, you can plan your Route 66 road trip with different tribes in mind. Route 66’s connection to Native America For 100 years, drivers along the 2,500 miles of Route 66 have passed open... Read More.

Gubernatorial candidate Mike Mazzei explains change in stance on Inola Smelter project

Thursday, July 16 by News 9

Mike Mazzei OKLAHOMA CITY - Gubernatorial candidate Mike Mazzei explained to News 9 and News On 6 why he changed his stance on the controversial Inola Aluminum smelter project. Key Takeaways Mike Mazzei said he opposed financial problems related to the smelter, but agreed with the project after research. Drummond believes Mazzei switched his views on the... Read More.

Registration open for 2026 Wrecords Music Festival competition

Wednesday, July 15 by News 6

OKLAHOMA CITY - Registration is now open for the 2026 Wrecords Music Festival, a 24-hour songwriting competition that challenges independent musicians to create an original song in just one day. Artists 18 and older will receive a randomly assigned genre, lyric and instrument before having 24 hours to write and record an original track. Organizers say... Read More.

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VOTER REGISTRATION DEADLINE APPROACHES

Wednesday, July 15 by Ponca City Now

July 31, 2026 is the last day to apply for voter registration in order to be eligible to vote in the August 25, 2026 Run Off Primary Election. Kay County Election Board Secretary Carol Leaming, said today. Leaming said that persons who are United State Citizens, resident of Oklahoma, and at least 17 ½ years old... Read More.

2026 Aging & Caregiver Conference and Resource Fair at Pioneer Tech Thursday

Wednesday, July 15 by Ponca City Now

Are you caring for an aging parent, spouse, family member, or friend? Join us for the 2026 Aging & Caregiver Conference and Resource Fair on Thursday, July 16th at Pioneer Technology Center in Ponca City. This free event offers valuable information, community resources, and expert presentations designed to support caregivers and older adults. Featured topics include... Read More.

The global race for rare earth elements is speeding up, and Oklahoma’s USA Rare Earth is in it

Wednesday, July 15 by News 9

STILLWATER, Okla. - USA Rare Earth CEO Barbara Humpton sat down one-on-one with News On 6’s Katie Eastman to talk about the company’s goal to ramp up production as geopolitical tensions rise with China, the world’s top miner of rare earth elements. Q: For people who aren’t familiar with USA Rare Earth, what does the company... Read More.

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Organized Crime Task Force raids northeast Oklahoma dispensaries

Wednesday, July 15 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – Attorney General Gentner Drummond’s Organized Crime Task Force (OCTF) raided two dispensaries and a convenience store in northeast Oklahoma last week following reports of suspected illegal activity at the businesses. The OCTF searched Dank Dispensary and Ontrac Express in Bristow, as well as a residence next to the dispensary. The dispensary is... Read More.

Oklahoma bookkeeper sentenced for stealing $393,000 from family business

Wednesday, July 15 by KOKH

HOMINY, Okla. (KOKH) — A former Oklahoma bookkeeper was sentence after she stole more than $393,000 from a family business. Officials say 54-year-old Susan Marie Garrison was sentenced to 33 months in prison, followed by five years of supervised release. She was also ordered to pay $393,025.09 in restitution. From 2017 through 2022, Garrison was a bookkeeper... Read More.

Medicaid cuts could further strain rural health care in Oklahoma

Wednesday, July 15 by AP

OKLAHOMA CITY - The Oklahoma State Medical Association is raising concerns about the long-term impact of Medicaid funding reductions, saying cuts to health care programs could threaten access to care across the state, particularly in rural communities. Association leaders say thousands of children have already lost coverage and warn deeper impacts are still ahead. Thousands of Children... Read More.