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FDA Bans Use of Red No. 3 Dye in Food, Drinks

Tuesday, January 21 by ABC News

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is moving to ban the use of Red No. 3 dye in food products.The agency said Wednesday it is amending its color additive regulations to no longer allow the use of Red No. 3 in food and... Read More.

Thunder’s Chet Holmgren sidelined for at least 3 more weeks as he recovers from hip fracture

Saturday, January 18 by The Associated Press

By CLIFF BRUNT AP Sports WriterOKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Thunder forward Chet Holmgren is expected to be sidelined until early February, at the earliest, as he recovers from a hip fracture.The team announced on Friday that the versatile 7-foot-1 big man will be re-evaluated in three to five weeks.Holmgren, who was runner-up for Rookie... Read More.

President Biden Commuted Sentences of Nearly all Federal inmates on Death Row, Except 3

Wednesday, December 25 by Ponca City Now

WASHINGTON — President Biden on Monday announced he had commuted the sentences of nearly all federal inmates on death row, with the exception of three who did not receive clemency.There are 37 inmates initially sentenced to death who will be impacted by Mr. Biden’s action and will now receive life in prison without... Read More.

Barnes runs for 203 yards, 3 TDs as OU routs Maine 59-14

Sunday, November 3 by Ponca City Now

By CLIFF BRUNT AP Sports WriterNORMAN, Okla. (AP) — Jovantae Barnes ran for career highs of 203 yards and three touchdowns, and Oklahoma dominated Maine 59-14 on Saturday.Barnes said the day was more about the Sooners ending their three-game losing streak and getting their offense going after struggling all season. Oklahoma gained a season-high... Read More.

Dually Noted Unplugged at July 3 Full Moon Concert in Tonkawa

Tuesday, June 20 by Lyman James

Dually Noted Unplugged – Cathy Nulph, Kelly Killam and Kristi Brown will perform their acoustic mix of 70s and 80s classic covers plus a smidge of country at the July 3 Full Moon Concert sponsored by North Central Oklahoma Arts Council and Heart in the Park in Tonkawa Centennial Park. The music begins at 7:30 p.m. and... Read More.

Spring Ladies Night in Downtown Ponca Friday March 3

Thursday, March 2 by Lyman James

Spring Ladies Night is in full swing on Friday, March 3rd. From 5-9pm, local downtown businesses join together for a night of treats, sips, specials, and savings! This is an event designed for women to shop and get lots of special deals- and even grab a bite to eat downtown. You could even win... Read More.

Hartford Ave – from Woodland to El Camino to Closing January 3

Tuesday, December 27 by Lyman James

Sober Brothers, Inc. has entered a contract with the City of Ponca City to reconstruct Hartford Avenue from NE Woodland Road to El Camino Street. Work will include the installation of a new 8-inch water line to replace the old deteriorated water line and reconstruction of the concrete pavement. This section of paving on... Read More.

Ark City’s Christmas in the City Schedule for Dec. 3

Friday, December 2 by Lyman James

3 Areas Teams in State Football Playoff Action Tonight – Bundle Up!

Friday, November 18 by Lyman James

Best of luck to Ponca City, Tonkawa and Woodland tonight in Oklahoma State Football Playoff games.Po Hi travels to 9-1 Muskogee The 10-1 Bucs play at undefeated Colcord 7-4 Woodland battles 11-0 Gore You can hear the Tonkawa game on 1047 The Bull with Joe Thompson & Jeremy Bristow starting with the Rock... Read More.

PCPS reports 3 in-school contact traces for last week

Tuesday, November 9 by Lyman James

Last week, Ponca City Public Schools had 3 in-school contact traces. This includes 2 at East Middle School and 1 at West Middle School. East Middle School has seen an increase in cases the last 2 weeks, but the majority of those affected by COVID-19 are returning to school this week.On Monday morning, EMS... Read More.

Kay County Health Department’s “Public Health on the Go” mobile unit visiting Blackwell Nov. 3

Tuesday, October 26 by Lyman James

The Kay County Health Department’s “Public Health on the Go” mobile unit will be located at 1706 S. Main, Blackwell, OK, November 3, 2021. Mobile clinic hours will be 9:00 AM – Noon and 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Appointments can be made by calling the Kay County Health Department at 580-762-1641. Services will... Read More.

Northern Oklahoma College Names 3 Finalists in Presidential Search

Monday, April 19 by Lyman James

Three finalists have been selected in the search for the new president of Northern Oklahoma College. The finalists are Dr. Clark Harris, Special Assistant to the President, Laramie County Community College in Wyoming; Dr. Wayne McMillin, Dean of the Northwestern Oklahoma State University – Enid campus; and Dr. Herbert Riedel, Adjunct Professor, University of South... Read More.