ANNOUNCES – Ponca City Now

AG Pam Bondi announces arrest of 2,700 Venezuelan Tren de Aragua gang members in U.S.

Monday, June 30 by AP

(TNND) — Federal authorities have arrested more than 2,700 alleged members of the notorious Venezuelan Tren de Aragua (TdA) gang, officials said on Friday.During a White House press briefing, Attorney General Pam Bondi announced the arrests when asked if an undocumented infant would be an immigration enforcement priority.Bondi responded saying that violent... Read More.

Dr. Demento, Madcap Radio DJ Who Launched Weird Al’s Career, Announces Retirement

Monday, June 23 by Andy Greene Rolling Stone

The pop culture universe became significantly less demented on Friday when Barret Hansen, aka Dr. Demento, announced his retirement after 55 years of playing novelty songs on the airwaves. “It’s been a blast,” he wrote in a message to fans, “but I have come to the decision that I need to hang up my... Read More.

Preservation Oklahoma Announces 2025 Most Endangered Places List

Saturday, June 21 by Preservation Oklahoma

OKLAHOMA CITY — Preservation Oklahoma has unveiled its annual list of Oklahoma's Most Endangered Places for 2025. The list features a variety of sites across the state, including sites representing the work of Oklahoma architects, community gathering places, and archaeological sites.This year's list of endangered sites are: -The Prairie House, Norman -Orpheum/Cook Theater, Okmulgee -West Winds Motel,... Read More.

US measles count now tops 1,200 cases, and Iowa announces an outbreak

Saturday, June 21 by The Associated Press

By DEVI SHASTRI AP Health Writer(AP) — The U.S. logged fewer than 20 measles cases this week, though Iowa announced the state's first outbreak on Thursday and Georgia confirmed its second on Wednesday.There have been 1,214 confirmed measles cases this year, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said on Friday. Health officials in... Read More.

OSIDA Announces Historic Partnership with Dawn Aerospace to Bring Spaceflight to Oklahoma

Friday, June 20 by Ponca City Now

BURNS FLAT, OK – The Oklahoma Space Industry Development Authority (OSIDA) is proud to announce an innovative partnership with Dawn Aerospace that will bring the company’s revolutionary Aurora spaceplane to the Oklahoma Air and Space Port. The agreement will establish Oklahoma as a premier U.S. launch site for microgravity research and suborbital spaceflight, with... Read More.

Ponca City High School Announces 2025-2026 Po-Hi Chorale Members

Monday, May 19 by Ponca City Now

Ponca City, OK – Ponca City High School is proud to announce the talented group of students selected for the prestigious Po-Hi Chorale for the 2025-2026 school year.The Po-Hi Chorale is known for its commitment to musical excellence, artistic growth, and community involvement. This year’s members represent a diverse and passionate group of singers... Read More.

Live updates: Trump announces he’ll meet with Syria’s Ahmad al-Sharaa, who led the overthrow of Assad

Tuesday, May 13 by AP

U.S. President Donald Trump signed a host of economic and bilateral cooperation agreements in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday as he kicked off a four-day Middle East trip with a focus on dealmaking with a key Mideast ally while shared concerns about Iran’s nuclear program and the war in... Read More.

Ponca City Public Schools Announces Major Step Forward in Early Childhood Education and Childcare Solutions

Monday, April 28 by Ponca City Now

Ponca City Public Schools (PCPS) is proud to announce a transformative initiative that brings Washington Pre-K classes back to neighborhood schools while creating at least 40 new childcare spots across the community. This bold move, in partnership with the Child Development Center (CDC), aims to tackle two critical challenges facing Ponca City families: early... Read More.

Superintendent Ryan Walters Announces 13 Tulsa Schools Exiting CSI Designation

Tuesday, April 8 by News 6

Thirteen Tulsa Public Schools campuses are no longer classified under the state’s Comprehensive Support and Improvement (CSI) designation, a status assigned to schools with low academic performance. State Superintendent Ryan Walters and TPS Superintendent Dr. Ebony Johnson joined News On 6 to discuss the achievement and its significance.Q: Superintendent Walters, what... Read More.

Marine Veteran and Conservative Legislator John Pfeiffer Announces Campaign for Oklahoma Labor Commissioner

Monday, April 7 by Ponca City Now

ORLANDO, OK – State Representative and U.S. Marine Corps veteran John Pfeiffer has officially announced his campaign for Oklahoma Labor Commissioner, vowing to bring conservative leadership, workforce development, and a pro-business mindset to the department.Pfeiffer, a fifth-generation Oklahoman, lifelong rancher, and proven conservative, has represented District 38 in the Oklahoma House of Representatives since... Read More.

Oklahoma Governor Race: Former State Sen. Mike Mazzei Announces Candidacy

Monday, March 31 by News 9

Former Oklahoma State Senator Mike Mazzei announced he is running for governor.Mazzei served as an Oklahoma State Senator, representing District 25, after winning the Republican primary election for the district in 2004. Mazzei faced no opposition from the Democratic or Independent parties.During Mazzei's time in the Senate, he pushed for tax cuts, pension reform... Read More.

University Center Announces New Scholarships for Concurrent Students

Thursday, February 27 by Ponca City Now

On Wednesday the University Center announced new scholarships for concurrent students for the 2025-2026 school year. Even though tuition for concurrent students is waived by the State of Oklahoma, the cost of fees is the responsibility of students and their families.Because the fees are approximately $100 per credit hour, some students are unable to... Read More.