Ponca Post Archives - Ponca City Now

United Way of North Central Oklahoma “Pie in the Face” Contest Voting Continues

Tuesday, October 20 by Ponca City Now-UWNCO

HOLD UP... WE HAVE ANOTHER LEADERBOARD SHAKEUP! Just when we thought we knew who was headed for a pie in the face, things changed AGAIN!Adam Leaming has taken back the lead, Jacob Bell is right behind him, and Josh Fields is holding on to 3rd place! Meanwhile, Jerome Orange, Jeff MacKinnon, and Fae Rabb... Read More.

“Haunted Halls, Fears and Phobias” Fundraiser presented by Wildcat Theater Company

Tuesday, October 20 by Ponca City Now

The Wildcat Theater Company of Po-Hi will present Haunted Halls, Fears and Phobias their big fundraiser of 2026 at the Ponca City High School. This Friday and Saturday Oct 23 & 24, from 7-10pm you can enter a world of surprises and scares in the West Gym at the High school and find out... Read More.

Jordyn Heitman PCPS Wildcat of the Week

Tuesday, October 20 by Ponca City Now

PCPS- Great leaders don't just set expectations; they lead by example! This week, Ponca City High School is proud to recognize Jordyn serves as President of Student Council and a lieutenant of the Po Hi-Steppers. Through these leadership roles, she consistently demonstrates dedication, responsibility, and a commitment to making our school a better place. What makes... Read More.

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Sofia Howard of Ponca City, “She’s in the Game” honoree

Tuesday, October 20 by News 6

Congratulations to the latest She’s in the Game honoree, Sofia Howard from Ponca City! Driven by your Oklahoma Chevy Team Dealers, we’re... Read More.

EARLY VOTING BEGINS OCTOBER 28, 2026

Tuesday, October 20 by Ponca City Now

Early voting begins Wednesday October 28, 2026 for voters in Kay County. Voters who will not be able to make it to the polls on Election Day, have the option of voting early at their County Election Board. Kay County Election Board Secretary Carol Leaming, said early voting is open to all voters.” You do... Read More.

Oklahoma child care subsidy changes could affect families

Tuesday, October 20 by News 6

OKLAHOMA CITY - Oklahoma child care providers are facing rising operating costs and changes to the state’s child care subsidy program that could make it harder for some families to afford care. Providers say the changes also raise concerns about their ability to keep classrooms open and maintain quality programs. Beginning Feb. 1, household income eligibility... Read More.

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East Norman farmer pushes for development restrictions to protect farmland, water resource

Monday, October 19 by KOKH

Teresa Elam, an east Norman farmer, is leading a grassroots effort to limit residential development and protect agricultural land and water resources as the city plans for future growth. NORMAN, Okla. — A grassroots effort is underway to limit residential development in east Norman as residents seek to preserve agricultural land and protect the city's... Read More.

Bette Midler accepts 2026 Woody Guthrie Prize, joined by Bryan Andrews in Tulsa

Monday, October 19 by KTUL

TULSA, Okla. - Iconic actor, singer, and comedian Bette Midler accepted the 2026 Woody Guthrie Prize at Tulsa's iconic Cain's Ballroom on Friday night. The Woody Guthrie Prize recognizes artists who carry the Oklahoma native's belief that music can be a force for good. Friday night's celebration included a silent auction featuring a signed ukulele from... Read More.

‘Most Wanted Fraudster’ returns to Washington to face food stamp fraud charges

Monday, October 19 by KOMO

WASHINGTON STATE (KOMO) — The former owner of a Tacoma grocery store has been extradited to Washington to face charges alleging he defrauded the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) through fake transactions. Manjit Singh Bedi, 64, of Kent, was arrested in India in September after the FBI placed him on its “Most... Read More.

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New York to ban Central Park’s horse-drawn carriages after teen’s death

Monday, October 19 by AP

NEW YORK (AP) — New York City lawmakers plan to ban horse-drawn carriages from Central Park, ending their more than 150-year run as an iconic, old-timey tourist attraction, following decades of opposition from animal welfare activists and the death of a teenage tourist last spring. The City... Read More.

Trump’s decision to waive Russian sanctions outrages Congress, but no quick counter seen

Monday, October 19 by AP

Sen. Thom Tillis, R-N.C., asks former Justice Department special counsel Jack Smith questions at a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on Capitol Hill, Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Allison Robbert) WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump’s abrupt decision to waive sanctions on Russia days before they... Read More.

Senators Celebrate Renovation of Jim Thorpe Memorial Building

Friday, October 16 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – Leading senators issued the following statements after participating in Wednesday’s ribbon cutting ceremony showcasing renovations at the state’s Jim Thorpe Memorial Building. The $70 million renovation project to update the building near the state Capitol used by the Corporation Commission, State Election Board, Water Resources Board and other state agencies began in... Read More.