Ponca Post Archives - Ponca City Now

Senate panel to vote on holding Fauci in contempt for refusing to answer questions

Thursday, August 6 by AP

WASHINGTON (AP) — A Senate committee is set to vote Thursday on whether to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress and refer him to the Justice Department for potential prosecution over his refusal to answer questions at a hearing last week focused on his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More.

Cherokee Nation opens $30M Tahlequah Wellness Center

Thursday, August 6 by News 6

The 75,000-square-foot facility offers fitness spaces, child care and wellness programming as tribal leaders say it will improve access to preventive health services for Cherokee citizens. TAHLEQUAH, Okla. - The Cherokee Nation and Cherokee Nation Public Health officially opened the new Tahlequah Wellness Center on Tuesday, celebrating a $30 million investment aimed at expanding access to... Read More.

Oklahoma school psychologist shares tips for a smoother back-to-school transition

Thursday, August 6 by News 9

NORMAN, Okla. - Students across the state will soon return to the classroom, and a new year, a new grade or a new school can cause new challenges emotionally or mentally. One Oklahoma school psychologist says there are steps parents can take in helping prepare students headed back to school. Kelli Hopper is one of 17 psychologists... Read More.

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Drummond urges Congress to help states fight Medicaid fraud

Thursday, August 6 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY– Attorney General Gentner Drummond is urging the U.S. House and Senate to pass two pieces of legislation that would expand the ability of states to investigate and prosecute Medicaid recipient fraud. He and 16 attorneys general sent a letter to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce and the Senate Committee on Finance about... Read More.

Poncan Theatre’s 100th anniversary with Dancing Through the Decades

Wednesday, August 5 by Ponca City Now

Join us as we kick off the Poncan Theatre’s journey to its 100th anniversary with Dancing Through the Decades, a one-of-a-kind fundraising celebration on September 24 from 6:00–9:00 p.m. Guests will dance through the eras—from the 1920s to today—while enjoying music, lights, and interactive experiences inspired by each decade. More than just a fun night... Read More.

Pawhuska man arrested after burglary at former National Guard Armory

Wednesday, August 5 by Ponca City Now

OSAGE COUNTY, Okla. - A Pawhuska man has been arrested after an investigation into a burglary at the former Oklahoma National Guard Armory in Pawhuska, where investigators recovered a significant amount of stolen property, according to the Osage County Sheriff’s Office. Burglary investigation began in July The investigation began July 8 after the Pawhuska Police Department requested... Read More.

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Drummond backs Senate Fauci inquiry, orders Oklahoma investigation

Wednesday, August 5 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – Attorney General Gentner Drummond today announced his support for the U.S. Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee's investigation into Dr. Anthony Fauci and the federal government's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Drummond also confirmed he has directed his own office to investigate whether Oklahoma law was violated in connection with Fauci's actions... Read More.

Drummond, Mazzei clash over electricity costs during GOP Governor Runoff Debate

Tuesday, August 4 by News 6

TULSA, Okla. - Electricity affordability became a key issue in the GOP Governor Runoff Debate as Gentner Drummond and Mike Mazzei offered contrasting proposals for lowering utility costs while discussing the proposed aluminum smelter project near Inola. The exchange began after Mazzei promoted his proposal to eliminate Oklahoma’s state income tax. Drummond criticized the proposal before... Read More.

OKC Zoo hosts ‘Breakfast with the Animals’ Saturdays in September starting 8:30 a.m.

Tuesday, August 4 by KOKH

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. (KOKH) — The Oklahoma City Zoo is giving guests the chance to eat breakfast with the animals in its new fall event. On Saturdays in September, zoogoers can participate in the Zoo's new event, Breakfast with the Animals, featuring a dinosaur-themed breakfast, animal experiences, and private access to the Zoo's immersive Dinosaur Expedition. Officials... Read More.

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Drummond pushes for stronger ‘Know Your Customer’ rules to fight robocalls

Tuesday, August 4 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – Attorney General Gentner Drummond is urging the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to strengthen “Know Your Customer” rules to stop scam robocalls before they ever reach Oklahomans' phones. “Know Your Customer” rules require phone companies to verify who is using their networks to make calls and what kind of business those customers are actually conducting. Armed with that information, providers... Read More.

Romanian nationals sentenced in ATM skimming scheme across Oklahoma

Tuesday, August 4 by KOKH

OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — Authorities say three Romanian nationals have been sentenced for their roles in a conspiracy to commit bank fraud. In January of 2025, law enforcement officials say 37-year-old Sebastian Bulacu, 42-year-old Florin Radu, and 36-year-old Valentin Alexandru traveled throughout the Oklahoma City area to install "skimming" devices on ATMs. 'Skimmers' are designed to capture... Read More.

Fires near Spokane, Washington, have burned 600 structures and forced 60,000 evacuations

Tuesday, August 4 by AP

Wildfires in eastern Washington state forced the evacuation of 60,000 people in the Spokane area while destroying at least 600 homes, businesses and other structures, authorities said Sunday. The fires in and around Spokane, the state’s second largest city, burned about 8.2 square miles (about 21 square kilometers) over the weekend and were... Read More.