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EU hits Google with $1 billion fine over its Play app store and search

Friday, July 24 by AP

BRUSSELS (AP) — The European Union on Thursday hit Google with a fine of 890 million euros ($1 billion) after it said the technology behemoth broke digital antitrust regulations by setting up Google Play and its ubiquitous search engine to corral consumers towards its own services and apps to the detriment of competitors. It was... Read More.

New Oklahoma education laws take effect July 1: AI oversight, testing changes, teacher pipeline

Wednesday, July 1 by News 9

OKLAHOMA CITY - Several new education laws are set to take effect July 1, targeting everything from artificial intelligence in classrooms to statewide testing and teacher shortages. State Sen. Ally Seifried, a Republican from Claremore, says the focus is on improving outcomes while keeping pace with changes in technology. AI IN THE CLASSROOM One change in state law... Read More.

OU a win away from national title after roughing up North Carolina ace in Game 1 of CWS finals

Sunday, June 21 by The Associated Press

By ERIC OLSON AP Sports Writer OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — His team one win away from the national championship, Oklahoma coach Skip Johnson won't mess with success. The Sooners' offense is producing at a level higher than any team to play in the College World Series since the event moved to Charles Schwab Field 15 years... Read More.

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Gov. Stitt signs 33 bills, including $1M boost for Oklahoma Task Force 1 rescue team

Monday, April 27 by KTUL

TULSA, OKLA (KTUL) — Governor Kevin Stitt has signed 33 bills into law, including House Bill 4043, which provides a major investment in the state’s emergency response capabilities. The legislation allocates $1 million to the Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management to support Oklahoma Task Force 1, an elite, multi-agency urban search and rescue team that responds... Read More.

Camp McFadden’s Hooked on Fishing May 1

Monday, April 20 by Ponca City Now

Camp McFadden's Hooked on Fishing is Saturday, May 1st. Bring your own pole, bait provided. Here is a timeline of what to expect: -Check-in is from 8:30-8:45. Parents need to stay at camp with kids. -From 9-10, kids will be divided into teams and go to various stations to learn about fishing, water safety, etc. -Kids will fish... Read More.

Statewide election April 1

Tuesday, March 31 by Ponca City Now

NEWKIRK — Statewide election activity officially begins at 8 a.m. on Wednesday April 1 when the candidate filing period opens. Candidates for state offices file with the State Election Board while candidates for county offices file at County Election Boards. Kay County Election Board Secretary Carol Leaming said the following offices are on the ballot this... Read More.

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OU women fall in Sweet 16 matchup against No. 1 South Carolina

Sunday, March 29 by The Associated Press

By DOUG FEINBERG AP Basketball Writer SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Ta’Niya Latson scored 28 points and Raven Johnson added 18 to help the top-seeded South Carolina Gamecocks beat No. 4 seed Oklahoma 94-68 on Saturday and advance to the Elite Eight of the women's NCAA Tournament. Even after another dominant offensive effort, South Carolina's players feel that... Read More.

CANDIDATE FILING BEIGINS APRIL 1

Thursday, March 26 by Ponca City Now

Statewide election activity officially begins at 8 a.m. on Wednesday April 1, 2026, when the candidate filing period opens, the Secretary of the Kay County Election Board said today. Candidates for state offices file with the State Election Board. Candidates for county offices file with the Secretary of the County Election Board. Kay County Election Board... Read More.

DEADLINE TO REQUEST ABSENTEE BALLOTS FOR APRIL 7 ELECTION APPROACHES

Thursday, March 19 by Ponca City Now

Voters in Kay County who want absentee ballots mailed to them for the April 7, 2026 City of Ponca City School Board Member, Newkirk School Board Member and the City of Newkirk City Commissioner No. 1 Election should apply now, Kay County Election Board Secretary Carol Leaming said today. Absentee ballots are available to all... Read More.

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CANDIDATE FILING BEGINS APRIL 1

Wednesday, March 4 by Ponca City Now

Statewide election activity officially begins at 8 a.m. on Wednesday April 1, 2026, when the candidate filing period opens, the Secretary of the Kay County Election Board said. Candidates for state offices file with the State Election Board. Candidates for county offices file with the Secretary of the County Election Board. Kay County Election Board Secretary... Read More.

No. 1 Arizona shuts down OSU 84-47 to remain unbeaten

Sunday, February 8 by The Associated Press

By BRIAN J. PEDERSEN Associated Press TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) — Brayden Burries scored 15 points and No. 1 Arizona stifled Oklahoma State’s high-scoring offense to remain unbeaten, winning 84-47 in a Big 12 Conference game on Saturday. The Wildcats (23-0, 10-0) extended the best start in school history by holding the Cowboys to 24.6% shooting. Arizona’s... Read More.

Polly Cooper, an Oneida woman who helped save Washington’s army, is honored on $1 coin

Tuesday, February 3 by AP

This image provided by the U.S. Mint shows a new $1 coin that depicts Oneida war heroine Polly Cooper giving corn to George Washington. (U.S. Mint via AP) EDGEWOOD, N.M. (AP) — The reverse side of the U.S. Mint’s 2026 Sacagawea $1 coin will feature Polly Cooper, a woman from the Oneida tribe known for... Read More.