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Sen. Hicks’ bill providing CareerTech tuition assistance to Oklahoma National Guard members takes effect July 1

by Ponca City Now
OKLAHOMA CITY – A new law expanding educational opportunities for members of the Oklahoma National Guard takes effect on July 1. Sen. Carri Hicks, D-Oklahoma City, was principal author of Senate Bill 31, creating the “Oklahoma National Guard CareerTech Assistance Act,” providing tuition assistance for Oklahoma Guard members enrolling in programs leading to licensure or... Read More.

Blue Whale of Catoosa unveiled as final medal in Route 66 Marathon series

by News 6
TULSA, Okla. -The Williams Route 66 Marathon will mark its 20th anniversary in November with thousands of runners and their families expected to descend on Tulsa for a weekend of races and celebration.What began as a local race has evolved into an internationally recognized event, drawing participants from across the country and around the... Read More.
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Record-breaking Fourth of July travel expected

by News 9
OKLAHOMA CITY -The Fourth of July holiday travel rush is underway, and transportation officials say this year is set to break records.AAA projects more than 72 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more over the nine-day travel period, setting new highs for both road trips and air travel as summer reaches its peak. Of... Read More.

NOC Wellness Center closed July 7-21

by Ponca City Now
The Wellness Center on the Northern Oklahoma College Tonkawa campus will be closed July 7-21.A new walking track is being installed to elevate user’s fitness experience.The Wellness Center is free for NOC faculty, staff, and students and costs $20 per month, $60 for six months, and $120 per year for community members.  Community members... Read More.
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Prize Winners announced in 2025 Tulsa St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway

by Fox23News
OWASSO, Okla. — Winners have been drawn in the 2025 Tulsa St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway.Since 2013, FOX23 has partnered with St. Jude on the Tulsa St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway.You, our viewers have helped raise more than $15 million for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital so parents of critically-ill children can focus on... Read More.
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Governor Stitt seeks to exclude soda, candy from food stamp purchases

by The Associated Press
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt said on Thursday the state is seeking federal permission to exclude soft drinks and candy from the list of items that can be purchased under the benefit for low-income Americans long known as food stamps.Stitt made the announcement during an event at the Capitol with U.S.... Read More.

Grand Avenue Streetscape Project Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony July 1

by Ponca City Now
Join the Ponca City Chamber of Commerce and community partners as they celebrate the completion of the Grand Avenue Streetscape Project with an official ribbon-cutting ceremony. This exciting revitalization enhances the beauty, functionality, and walkability of our historic downtown corridor. These recent projects, including new corner flower beds and an added center lane making Grand Ave.... Read More.