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Fauci invokes Fifth Amendment and declines to testify in GOP-led Senate panel’s COVID-19 hearing

Thursday, July 30 by AP

WASHINGTON — Dr. Anthony Fauci on Wednesday invoked the Fifth Amendment and declined to answer questions from senators in a Republican-led committee hearing about his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. The move injects new drama into the lingering tensions between Fauci and Republican lawmakers over his handling of the coronavirus pandemic and accusations he lied about the... Read More.

Temporary Traffic Signal at 14th and Bradley

Wednesday, July 29 by Ponca City Now

A temporary signal has been installed at 14th and Bradley. It will not have a left turn for northbound traffic. The traffic signal pole was destroyed in a vehicle accident, and it will take 13-17 weeks for the replacement. Thanks Traffic Engineering for the quick response and eliminating the temporary four way stop

UWNCO 2026 Community Campaign Kick-Off

Wednesday, July 29 by Ponca City Now

Join United Way for the 2026 United Way Campaign Kickoff Breakfast! Be part of something bigger on Wednesday, August 26th as we launch our 2026 Community Campaign! Enjoy breakfast and networking, hear a message of inspiration from our 2026 Campaign Chair Chad Scantlin, and discover how you can help us reach this year’s campaign goal. ... Read More.

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Drummond: Nine charged in scheme to take donations meant for children in crisis

Wednesday, July 29 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – After an investigation by Attorney General Gentner Drummond's office, nine people have been charged in connection with an embezzlement scheme at OK City Crisis Nursery. The investigation found that Jennifer Lynn Roberts, 43, the nonprofit's founder and executive director, embezzled more than $50,000 in charitable donations for personal use. That spending... Read More.

What Vaccines Are Required for Oklahoma Students in the 2026-27 School Year?

Wednesday, July 29 by News 9

Oklahoma families preparing for the new school year should make sure their children’s required immunizations are up to date before classes begin. Under Oklahoma law, children attending school or licensed child care must provide proof of immunization or have an approved exemption on file before attending classes. Children who have started the required vaccine schedule... Read More.

VOTER REGISTRATION DEADLINE APPROACHES

Tuesday, July 28 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.

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Cowley College ACES Scholarship Offers Tuition Assistance Through Community Service

Tuesday, July 28 by Ponca City Now

Cowley College students can earn assistance with tuition and books while building leadership skills and serving their communities through the ACES Scholarship Program. ACES scholars complete approximately 65 hours of service each semester while participating in campus and community projects that promote leadership, civic engagement, teamwork, and social responsibility. "ACES is more than a scholarship," said... Read More.

Man awarded $500,000 after no alcohol found in blood test following DUI arrest

Tuesday, July 28 by KUSA/CNN/CNN Newsource

FORT COLLINS, Colo. (WKRC) - A man was awarded half-a-million dollars after being arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence. A military veteran who was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence after stopping to help at a crash in Fort Collins has reached a $500,000 settlement with the city after blood test... Read More.

FBI says tip led to capture of Most Wanted fraudster accused in $32M COVID relief scheme

Tuesday, July 28 by CBS-12

MIAMI, Fla. (CBS12) — A multimillion-dollar COVID relief fraud case has taken a turn after the FBI says fugitive Elaine Escoe was captured in Jamaica and returned to South Florida. 41-year-old Elaine Escoe, who was featured on the FBI's Most Wanted Fraudsters List, was taken into custody by Jamaican authorities after... Read More.

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Trump demands Senate cancel August break until it passes voting bill

Tuesday, July 28 by AP

President Donald Trump speaks in the Oval Office of the White House, Friday, July 24, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Rod Lamkey, Jr.) WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump on Monday demanded that Senate Majority Leader John Thune cancel the chamber’s upcoming August break until senators pass a strict proof-of-citizenship voting... Read More.

Planetarium shows set for July 29, Aug. 4

Monday, July 27 by Ponca City Now

Northern Oklahoma College Enid is hosting two planetarium shows at the Mackie Planetarium on Wednesday, July 29, and Wednesday, Aug. 4. The July 29 show begins at noon while the Aug. 4 show begins at 6 p.m. The shows will demonstrate the Great Planet Adventures as well as what to view in the night sky in... Read More.

The 6 new laws Oklahoma parents need to know about before school starts

Monday, July 27 by News 9

OKLAHOMA - Oklahoma students, parents, and teachers will see several new education laws take effect during the 2026-27 school year, with changes focused on literacy, school safety, recess, artificial intelligence, and teacher certification. The legislation approved during the 2026 legislative session affects nearly every Oklahoma public school district and could change classroom instruction, testing schedules and... Read More.