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SSM Health St. Anthony first in Oklahoma to perform robotic cardiac surgery

Friday, June 19 by KOKH

St. Anthony Hospital (ssmhealth.com) OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital has become the first hospital in Oklahoma to perform robotic cardiac surgery, marking a milestone in cardiovascular care in the state. The surgery was successfully performed Wednesday using the hospital’s newest da Vinci 5 robotic surgical system. The hospital said it... Read More.

Families of kids with disabilities warn Education Department changes could break a flawed system

Friday, June 19 by AP

For months, and sometimes longer, parents of kids with disabilities say they have waited for the Education Department to make progress on their complaints of bullying or other discrimination. Now that the department is offloading civil rights enforcement and special education, some parents and advocates warn a process that has largely been... Read More.

City Central Mural Painting

Thursday, June 18 by Ponca City Now

Get your Paint on at City Central. PCDA is once again hosting a community paint mural on the south wall, designed and outlined by Red Dirt Rosie. With assistance from a Ponca City Art Center Community Art Grant, the third community mural is underway. Dates and times are: June 17 thru the 19th 10 am to 6 pm Saturday, June... Read More.

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Arts Adventure Camp at NOC July 13-16

Thursday, June 18 by Ponca City Now

Northern Oklahoma College Tonkawa is hosting the 35th Arts Adventure Summer Camp July 13-16. The camp runs from 12:45 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. and is open for incoming 6th graders through those who have just completed high school. The camp offers students the opportunity to learn a variety of art forms from professional artists from NOC... Read More.

Ponca City Refinery Offers Info Hotline

Thursday, June 18 by Ponca City Now-P66 PC Refinery

At the Ponca City Refinery, safety is our top priority, and being a good neighbor is at the heart of everything we do. We understand that questions, concerns, or observations may arise from time to time, and we want our community to know that we’re here to listen. To make it easy to connect with... Read More.

OU program creates direct path to air traffic control careers amid nationwide shortage

Thursday, June 18 by News 9

The University of Oklahoma is helping address the nation’s air traffic controller shortage through an FAA approved training program that prepares students for the tower. NORMAN, Okla. -Federal officials say the nation continues to face a shortage of air traffic controllers as air travel demand grows. The University of Oklahoma is working to help meet that... Read More.

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“Oklahoma, we’ve got a problem,” OBI says system’s blood supply is critically low

Thursday, June 18 by KOKH

OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — Our Blood Institute is sounding the alarm, saying Oklahoma's blood supply is at a critical level. On Wednesday, OBI declared an emergency blood shortage after O-negative inventory fell to just 65 units systemwide. In other words, hospitals and emergency services across the state have a less than one-day supply. "We are declaring an emergency... Read More.

US tells states to deal with unemployment fraud — or face penalties

Thursday, June 18 by AP

The U.S. Department of Labor told states Wednesday to take immediate action to combat fraud, waste and abuse in their unemployment insurance programs — and that they could have administrative funds withheld if they don’t comply. The letters, which went to the governors of every state, are the latest in a series of... Read More.

Minimum wage in Oklahoma: voters reject increase in primary election

Wednesday, June 17 by News 9

OKLAHOMA CITY - Oklahoma voters rejected a plan to raise the state’s minimum wage in Tuesday’s primary election. State Question 832 would have increased minimum pay in Oklahoma from $7.25 an hour to $15 by the year 2029. In 2030, there would be an automatic increase, consistent with the cost of living, without legislative approval. The... Read More.

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Heat Advisory For Kay County Wednesday

Wednesday, June 17 by Ponca City Now-NWS

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Norman OK Jun 17 2026 FOR: Woods-Alfalfa-Grant-Kay-Major-Garfield-Noble-Dewey-Custer-Blaine- Kingfisher-Logan-Payne-Beckham-Washita-Caddo-Canadian-Oklahoma- Grady-Harmon-Greer-Kiowa-Jackson-Tillman-Comanche-Stephens- Hardeman- Including the cities of Lamont, Blackwell, Enid, Lawton, Sayre, Snyder, Alva, Hinton, Concho, Yukon, Hollis, Ponca City, Oklahoma City, Taloga, Granite, Duncan, Weatherford, Elk City, Sentinel, Mangum, Hobart, Altus, Carmen, Fairview, Geary, Kingfisher, Stillwater, Tuttle, Vici, Quanah, Pond Creek, Anadarko, Perry, Cherokee, Helena, Chickasha, Frederick, Watonga, Okeene, Mustang, Leedey, Wakita, Clinton,... Read More.

Election Results: Mazzei and Drummond to face off in runoff election for Republican nomination for governor

Wednesday, June 17 by KTUL

OKLAHOMA — Mike Mazzei and Gentner Drummond are set to face off against each other in a runoff election to select the Republican nominee for Oklahoma governor. Drummond currently serves as the Attorney General of Oklahoma, while Mazzei is a former Oklahoma senator. The winner of the runoff election will then face off against the winner... Read More.

Summer heat safety tips for outdoor work

Wednesday, June 17 by News 9

As temperatures climb across Oklahoma, people who work outdoors or tackle yard projects at home face an increased risk of heat-related problems. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recommends planning ahead before spending extended periods outdoors, especially when temperatures and humidity are high. Humidity can make it harder for sweat to evaporate, reducing the... Read More.