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What to know about tax changes, getting the maximum refund in 2026

by NEXSTAR
(NEXSTAR) – The countdown is on as early taxpayers await for the start of filing season Jan. 26, but there are some changes this year that experts say people should keep in mind to receive a fast, full refund. Tax season is the annual period when taxpayers prepare and submit their income tax returns for... Read More.

ABSENTEE BALLOT APPLICATIONS FOR 2026 ELECTION YEAR

by Ponca City Now
Voters in Kay County who want absentee ballots mailed to them for elections in 2026 should apply now, County Election Board Secretary Carol Leaming said. Any registered voter may request absentee ballots for a specific election or for a full calendar year. No excuse is needed to vote by absentee ballot. Leaming said there are... Read More.

What to watch for as Oklahoma lawmakers head into 2026 session

by News 6
OKLAHOMA CITY - Oklahoma lawmakers are preparing to return to the Capitol for the 2026 legislative session, with thousands of bills expected to be filed ahead of the February start. Political analyst Scott Mitchell said only a small fraction of proposals are likely to reach the governor’s desk, noting many measures are filed for messaging during an election... Read More.
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Oklahoma to restrict soft drinks and candy from SNAP purchases starting Feb 2026

by KTUL
TULSA, OKLA (KTUL) — Oklahoma will implement new restrictions on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, prohibiting the purchase of items such as soda and candy starting Feb. 15, 2026. Implementations were originally going to take place on January 1, 2026, but were adjusted to allow additional time for retailers to complete system updates and... Read More.
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Richard Glossip case, new dates have been set for the case in 2026

by KOKH
OKLAHOMA CITY- (KOKH) — After a few Oklahoma County criminal judges recused themselves from the Richard Glossip case, new dates have been set for the case in 2026. "It's important for Mr. Glossip of course, because he's been sitting in prison, almost executed nine times for a crime that he's never even had a fair trial... Read More.

DHS replaces H-1B lottery with skill-based selection starting 2026

by CBS News
WASHINGTON -The Department of Homeland Security said it was replacing its longstanding lottery system for H-1B work visas with a new approach that prioritizes skilled, higher-paid foreign workers.The change follows a series of actions by the Trump administration aimed at reshaping a visa program that critics say has become a pipeline... Read More.

Student loan borrowers in default may see wages garnished in 2026

by AP
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration said on Tuesday that it will begin garnishing the wages of student loan borrowers who are in default early next year. The department said it will send notices to approximately 1,000 borrowers the week of January 7, with more notices to come at an increasing scale each month. Millions of... Read More.
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Northern Oklahoma College names 2026 Distinguished Alumni and announces alumni reunion date

by Ponca City Now
Wilma Harman, Adam Leaming, and Rick Scott have been chosen as the Northern Oklahoma College Distinguished Alumni for 2026. The announcement was made by NOC Director of Alumni and Community Relations Ciera Kirby. “On behalf of the Alumni Selection Committee, I’m excited to announce the 2026 Inductees and look forward to planning the Alumni Reunion activities,”... Read More.

Alia Dust crowned Miss NOC 2026

by Ponca City Now
Alia Dust of Winfield, Kansas was crowned Miss NOC Tuesday night inside the Dineo Heilmann Auditorium at the Kinzer Performing Arts Center. She was crowned by Miss NOC 2025 Adysen Thompson and Miss Oklahoma 2025 Tessa Dorrell. Dust, a freshman at NOC Tonkawa, received a $1000 scholarship award and $1,000 wardrobe scholarship, Miss America crown and... Read More.
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