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What’s in Oklahoma’s 100 new laws taking effect July 1?

Tuesday, July 1 by News 9

July 1 marks the rollout of 100 new state laws. These changes touch nearly every aspect of life in the state, including education, criminal justice, public health and government oversight. Here’s a look at some of the biggest legal changes now in effect. Compensation for the Wrongfully Convicted Oklahomans who were wrongfully imprisoned will now... Read More.

Sen. Hicks’ bill providing CareerTech tuition assistance to Oklahoma National Guard members takes effect July 1

Tuesday, July 1 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – A new law expanding educational opportunities for members of the Oklahoma National Guard takes effect on July 1. Sen. Carri Hicks, D-Oklahoma City, was principal author of Senate Bill 31, creating the “Oklahoma National Guard CareerTech Assistance Act,” providing tuition assistance for Oklahoma Guard members enrolling in programs leading to licensure or... Read More.

Grand Avenue Streetscape Project Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony July 1

Friday, June 27 by Ponca City Now

Join the Ponca City Chamber of Commerce and community partners as they celebrate the completion of the Grand Avenue Streetscape Project with an official ribbon-cutting ceremony. This exciting revitalization enhances the beauty, functionality, and walkability of our historic downtown corridor. These recent projects, including new corner flower beds and an added center lane making Grand Ave.... Read More.

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The final act of the NBA Finals: 2 teams, 1 game, 1 trophy. Pacers at Thunder will decide a champion.

Sunday, June 22 by The Associated Press

By TIM REYNOLDS AP Basketball Writer OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — It started with 30 teams, most of them fairly optimistic about their chances when the season began eight months, 1,320 games, 35,543 3-pointers, and 299,608 points ago. Only two teams remain. For one game. Game 7. The NBA season ends tonight when the Indiana Pacers visit the... Read More.

Thunder collapse late as Haliburton’s buzzer-beater lifts Pacers to Game 1 win

Saturday, June 7 by The Associated Press

By CLIFF BRUNT AP Sports Writer OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Things were going as expected for the heavily favored Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 1 of the NBA Finals. They forced the normally efficient Indiana Pacers into 19 turnovers in the first half to lead by 12 at the break. The advantage swelled to 15 early... Read More.

Measles outbreaks in Michigan and Pennsylvania end, Texas logs 4 new cases, Oklahoma 1

Saturday, June 7 by The Associated Press

By DEVI SHASTRI AP Health Writer (AP) — The U.S. logged 122 more cases of measles this week — but only four of them in Texas — while the outbreaks in Pennsylvania and Michigan have officially ended. There are 1,168 confirmed measles cases in the U.S., the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said on Friday.... Read More.

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Countdown to Game 1, Thunder chase first NBA championship

Thursday, June 5 by News 6

OKLAHOMA CITY - Game 1 of the 2025 NBA Finals is Thursday. The Oklahoma City Thunder is making its first Finals appearance since 2012, while the Indiana Pacers haven't been to the Finals since 2000. Both teams are chasing their first NBA title. Media day kicked off on Wednesday, and the atmosphere was packed. When asked if he was... Read More.

Oklahoma Mans Side Hustle Brings in $117,000 a Month Working 1 day a Week

Tuesday, May 27 by CNBC

Legit Kits CEO Mike O’Dell in his side hustle’s Oklahoma City warehouse Mike O’Dell Four days per week, nurse anesthetist Mike O’Dell spends his 10-hour shifts sitting in a swivel chair shoved between pieces of towering, whirring operating equipment. He can’t use the bathroom, grab lunch or sip water without asking someone to cover for him, he... Read More.

Oklahoma pitcher Sam Landry is No. 1 pick in Athletes Unlimited Softball League draft

Sunday, May 4 by The Associated Press

By CLIFF BRUNT AP Sports Writer (AP) — Oklahoma pitcher Sam Landry was the overall No. 1 pick in the 12-player Athletes Unlimited Softball draft on Saturday. The Volts, one of four teams in the new league that will begin play on June 7th, chose the Louisiana-Lafayette transfer. Landry has an 18-3 record and a 1.97... Read More.

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Trump administration cuts $1 billion in school mental health grants, citing conflict of priorities

Thursday, May 1 by AP

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration is moving to cancel $1 billion in school mental health grants, saying they reflect the priorities of the previous administration. Grant recipients were notified Tuesday that the funding will not be continued after this year. A gun violence bill signed by Democratic President Joe Biden in 2022... Read More.

CANDIDATE FILING FOR CITY OF PONCA CITY COMMISSIONER NO. 1

Wednesday, April 30 by Ponca City Now

Candidates filing for City Commissioner No.1 for the City of Ponca City began to file Declarations of Candidacy at 8 am Monday April 28, 2025. Those who wish to file for a municipal office must submit a Declaration of Candidacy to the Kay County Election Board April 30 2025 between the hours of 8 am... Read More.

NOC Enid Planetarium Show May 1

Wednesday, April 30 by Ponca City Now

The Mackie Planetarium on the NOC Enid campus will host the May planetarium show Thursday May 1, at 7 p.m. The show will present the night sky over Enid and show prominent constellations and planets in the early evening sky. Director Fritz Osell will point out how to locate planets and other visible objects in... Read More.