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Officials Release ‘Alarming’ Marijuana Study Findings in Oklahoma

Monday, March 31 by Ponca City Now

A press conference was held recently at the Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics (OBN) Headquarters, where officials discussed 'alarming' data from a comprehensive study on marijuana in Oklahoma. The report, compiled by the TEXOMA High-Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) at the request of Oklahoma legislators, policymakers, and concerned citizens, will highlight the current landscape of... Read More.

Cutting Red Tape and Keeping Promises for Our District

Monday, March 31 by Ponca City Now

By: Representative Molly Jenkins This past week was a whirlwind at the Oklahoma State Capitol as we faced the crucial deadline for House bills to be heard. Late nights and early mornings were the norm as I pored over every single bill, making sure my votes reflected the values and best interests of our district.... Read More.

Got Beef? Advocates, Experts Weigh in Amid Debate Over Cultivated Meat Products

Monday, March 31 by KOKH

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. (KOKH) — As Oklahoma lawmakers consider proposals regarding cultivated meat, industry experts and advocates are weighing in on the potential impact on consumers and traditional ranching. Michael Kelsey, executive vice president of the Oklahoma Cattlemen's Association, emphasized the importance of consumer awareness. "Beef, it is truly what's for dinner. It's also what's for lunch... Read More.

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E-ZPass scam: How to Protect Yourself From “Smishing” and Other Types of fraud

Monday, March 31 by News 9

OKLAHOMA CITY - Texting scams have become commonplace for nearly all cell phone owners, but a recent nationwide scam involving E-ZPass has caught the country's attention. The texts employ the practice of "smishing," which is when scammers impersonate a reputable company or government agency to trick people into giving up their personal information or money via... Read More.

Gilgeous-Alexander scores 33 as league-leading Thunder top Pacers 132-111 for 9th straight win

Sunday, March 30 by The Associated Press

By CLIFF BRUNT AP Sports Writer OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 33 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder routed the Indiana Pacers 132-111 on Saturday night for their ninth straight win. Gilgeous-Alexander, the league's leading scorer, made 10 of 23 field goals and 10 of 12 free throws. Lu Dort scored 22 points and made... Read More.

No. 11 Sooner women fall 82-59 in sweet 16 to No. 3 UConn

Sunday, March 30 by The Associated Press

By ANNE M. PETERSON AP Sports Writer SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) — Paige Bueckers scored a career-high 40 points, rescuing UConn from its first-half doldrums and single-handedly turning a tight game against Oklahoma into an 82-59 rout on Saturday that sent the Huskies to the Elite Eight of the women's NCAA Tournament. Bueckers had 29 points after... Read More.

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Kay County Court Filings 03/28/2025

Saturday, March 29 by Ponca City Now

Court Case Number Filed On Party Case Offense or Cause Kay CS-2025-00178 03/28/2025 BALDWIN, KURT DANIEL Defendant THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA EX REL BRIAN T. HERMANSON DISTRICT ATTORNEY vs. SAVAGE ARMS RIFLE WITH MAGAZINE et al SEIZURE & FORFEITURE Kay ML-2025-00049 03/28/2025 CLAIRWAGNER, BRAYDIN MATTHEW Person 1 CLAIRWAGNER, BRAYDIN MATTHEW vs. GRAHAM, KRISANNA TIMBRE MARRIAGE LICENSE APPLICATION Kay ML-2025-00049 03/28/2025 GRAHAM, KRISANNA TIMBRE Person 2 CLAIRWAGNER, BRAYDIN MATTHEW vs. GRAHAM,... Read More.

Texas reaches 400 measles cases as US deals with outbreaks in 5 states

Saturday, March 29 by The Associated Press

By DEVI SHASTRI AP Health Writer AP — At least five states have active measles outbreaks as of Friday, and Texas' is the largest with 400 cases. Already, the U.S. has more measles cases this year than in all of 2024, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has said. Other states with outbreaks —... Read More.

Sooner women take on UConn Huskies in Sweet 16

Saturday, March 29 by The Associated Press

By The Associated Press The No. 11 Oklahoma Sooners (27-7, 13-6 SEC) will play against the No. 3 UConn Huskies (33-3, 21-0 Big East) in Spokane, Washington today at 5:30 p.m. EDT in the Sweet 16 round of the NCAA Tournament. The BETMGM SPORTSBOOK line has the Huskies at -15.5 and the over/under is 153.5. The Sooners... Read More.

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Ponca City woman dies, 2 others injured in collision north of town

Saturday, March 29 by Oklahoma Highway Patrol

The Oklahoma Highway Patrol reported that a personal injury collision occurred at 11:48 p.m. Friday night at the intersection of US-77 and Coleman Road, about 1 mile north of Ponca City in Kay County. The first vehicle was a 2009 Pontiac driven by Shannon Laird, 37, of Ponca City. She was pronounced deceased at the... Read More.

Ponca City Police Asking Public’s Help Locating Two Violent Robbery Suspects.

Friday, March 28 by Ponca City Now-PCPD

On March 25th, PCPD officers responded to a robbery at Willow Springs Park. During the unprovoked attack, the victim was brutally assaulted, pistol-whipped, and had his vehicle stolen. Due to the severity of his injuries, the victim was transported to a hospital in Oklahoma City for further treatment and surgery for a broken jaw,... Read More.

Kay County Court Filings 03/27/2025

Friday, March 28 by Ponca City Now

Court Case Number Filed On Party Case Offense or Cause Kay PB-2025-00031 03/27/2025 AKA Plaintiff IN THE MATTER OF WILLIAMS, ELIZABETH LOU et al PROBATE OF WILL Kay SC-2025-00255 03/27/2025 BELL FINANCE Plaintiff BELL FINANCE vs. COLSON, DANA MONEY JUDGMENT Kay SC-2025-00256 03/27/2025 BELL FINANCE Plaintiff BELL FINANCE vs. LOOPER, MINDI MONEY JUDGMENT Kay SC-2025-00257 03/27/2025 BELL FINANCE Plaintiff BELL FINANCE vs. THURBER, KARENSA MONEY JUDGMENT Kay CM-2025-00118 03/27/2025 BLACK, JESSICA LEEANNE Defendant STATE OF OKLAHOMA vs. BLACK, JESSICA LEEANNE PROBABLE CAUSE Kay CV-2025-00036 03/27/2025 BRIDGES,... Read More.