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City Commission, City staff and Ponca City Main Street toured the Santa Fe Depot

by Ponca City Now-City of Ponca City
Monday the City Commission, City staff and Ponca City Main Street toured the Santa Fe Depot. The transformation of the depot to its original design was started in February of 2025. In March of 2021, the City began researching potential funding opportunities to rehabilitate the former Santa Fe Depot. The City was notified in March,... Read More.

Announcing auditions for “The Wedding Singer”

by Ponca City Now
The Wedding Singer is the very first Poncan Theatre Presents production featuring actors 13 years of age and up, and designed for older actors and older audiences.Directed by Eddie Dixon Stage Managed by Kalyn KylerAll auditions must be submitted as a video to the Poncan Theatre Facebook Messenger or [email protected] record yourself singing a 1-2... Read More.

OU reviews student’s grade dispute, religious discrimination complaint

by News 6
NORMAN, Okla. -The University of Oklahoma says it is reviewing concerns from a student who disputed the grade on a class assignment. The student also reported religious discrimination connected to her response.In a statement Friday, the university said it began “a full review of the situation” immediately after receiving notice from the student and... Read More.
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Criminal case against Epic Charter Schools co-founders moves forward

by KOKH
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLA. (KOKH) — Attorney General Gentner Drummond confirmed Friday that the criminal prosecution of Ben Harris and David Chaney, who both face multiple felony charges arising from the Epic Charter Schools investigation, is back on track."Despite previous delays caused by the defendants’ unsuccessful attempts to disqualify the trial judge, the court has... Read More.

Hiker safety boosted as Turkey Mountain adds dozens of surveillance cameras

by News 6
In response to summer assaults at public parks, the River Parks Authority is enhancing safety at Turkey Mountain by installing over 30 surveillance cameras.TULSA, Okla. -Safety concerns at Turkey Mountain are leading to major changes on the trails. Over 30 surveillance cameras are being installed in and around the trails.Protection For HikersAfter... Read More.

Wisconsin archaeologists identify 16 ancient canoes in a prehistoric lake ‘parking lot’

by AP
This photo made available by Wisconsin Historical Society Maritime Archeologist Tamara Thomsen, shows the remains of an ancient canoe sitting on the bottom of Lake Mendota, in Madison, Wis., in June 2025. (Tamara Thomsen/Wisconsin Historical Society via AP)MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Archaeologists have identified more than a dozen ancient canoes that Indigenous people apparently... Read More.
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Oklahoma minimum wage hike heads to June ballot amid debate

by KOKH
Oklahoma City, Okla. — Oklahoma voters will soon decide on a significant minimum wage increase, as State Question 832 is set to appear on the June primary ballot.The proposal aims to raise the minimum wage to $12 an hour in 2027, $13.50 in 2028, and $15 in 2029.The current rate of $7.25 has remained... Read More.

Route 66 attractions in Oklahoma: These are the 10 best stops

by News 6
Oklahoma’s stretch of Route 66, often called the “Heart of the Mother Road,” is packed with nostalgic charm, quirky roadside art, and historical gems. As the nation gears up for the 2026 centennial of Route 66, now is a perfect time to spotlight the Sooner State’s must-see stops.Here are 10 top attractions along Route 66 in Oklahoma,... Read More.
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Oklahoma lawmakers share gratitude and reflect on blessings this Thanksgiving

by News 9
WASHINGTON, D.C. -Congress is off this week for the Thanksgiving holiday. Before Oklahoma’s members left town, however, they shared their Thanksgiving messages with Griffin Media’s Washington Bureau Chief Alex Cameron:Rep. Kevin Hern (R-OK1)“It’s a time to pause. I think, in a culture where we expect a lot of things for ourselves, it’s a time... Read More.
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