ANNOUNCES – Page 2 – Ponca City Now

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.

Drummond Announces Defeat of Biden Administration’s EV Mandate

Friday, February 7 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – Attorney General Gentner Drummond announced today the long-awaited defeat of the Biden Administration’s burdensome emissions regulations from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). In 2023, Oklahoma joined a 21-state coalition to challenge the Biden Administration’s attempt to drive gas-powered cars off the road. The FHWA rule would have forced states to set... Read More.

China Announces Counter Tariffs on Numerous U.S. Products With U.S. Levies Due to Take Effect

Tuesday, February 4 by CBS News

China said Tuesday it would counter President Trump's tariffs on Chinese products with tariffs of its own on multiple U.S. imports. It also announced an antitrust investigation into Google and other trade measures aimed at the U.S., ratcheting up trade tensions between the two economic heavyweights.U.S. tariffs on products from Canada and Mexico were... Read More.

Luttrell Announces REAP Grants for District 37

Monday, February 3 by Ponca City Now

Oklahoma City, OK — Rep. Ken Luttrell, R-Ponca City, announced that several communities in House District 37 will receive funding through the Rural Economic Action Plan (REAP) program for infrastructure improvements and public safety projects.“These grants, totaling over $425,000, are important to our district and rural Oklahoma,” Luttrell said. “They provide much-needed funding for... Read More.

Ponca City Development Authority Announces Incentive Contract with Century Products, LLC

Wednesday, January 22 by Ponca City Now

The Ponca City Development Authority (PCDA) is proud to announce an incentive agreement with Century Products, LLC, a leading manufacturer of agricultural and livestock solutions. This collaboration will support Century Products' $2.5 million expansion project, which includes the acquisition of new equipment and the creation of 20 new jobs over the next three years.Century... Read More.

Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond Announces He Is Running For Governor In 2026

Tuesday, January 14 by Ponca City Now

Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond officially announced his candidacy for Governor of Oklahoma in a speech delivered to a crowd of supporters in Pawhuska, Oklahoma Monday, Jan. 13. You can watch the full news conference in the video below.Monday’s Announcement Was a Family Event After being introduced by his family, Drummond walked out to the tune of Read More.

Pro Tem-Elect Paxton Announces Full List of Senate Committee Assignments

Friday, December 27 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – Senate Pro Tem-Elect Lonnie Paxton, R-Tuttle, announced the full list of committee assignments for the Oklahoma Senate for the upcoming 60th Legislature that begins in February. Agriculture and Wildlife Senator Casey Murdock, R-Felt, Chair Senator Roland Pederson, R-Burlington, Vice ChairSenator David Bullard, R-Durant Senator George Burns, R-Pollard Senator Grant Green, R-Wellston Senator Randy Grellner, R-Cushing Senator Spencer... Read More.

Gov. Stitt Addresses Unexplained Drone Activity; Announces Plan To Deploy Detection Systems

Tuesday, December 17 by Ponca City Now

TULSA, Okla. –Amid reports of unexplained drone activity across the nation, including in Oklahoma, Governor Kevin Stitt has directed the state to implement measures aimed at monitoring unmanned aircraft systems (UAS).Mysterious drone sightings in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and other East Coast states have led several state and federal to call for answers... Read More.

Cody Johnson Announces “The Leather Tour” 2024 Coming to INTRUST Bank Arena

Monday, September 25 by Lyman James

Wichita, KS- Platinum recording artist and CMA Male Vocalist of the Year nominee Cody Johnson will launch the first leg of his 2024 tour on January 19, 2024, The Leather Tour is aptly named after his soon-to-be released album Leather due out November 3, 2023. “The Leather Tour” is coming to INTRUST Bank Arena... Read More.

NOC Announces Boys Mavs Basketball Camp

Wednesday, July 5 by Lyman James

Northern Oklahoma College Men’s Basketball Coach Brandon Gossett announced that a Mavs Boys Basketball Camp will be held July 24th-26th. The camp runs from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. for boys in grades 1st-8th. The camp includes skills, games, awards, and special guests. The cost is $60 per athlete. You can make checks payable to... Read More.

Tonkawa Tribe of Oklahoma Announces Partnership with Stillwater Chamber of Commerce to Bring a State-of-the-Art Family Entertainment Center to the Area

Wednesday, May 17 by Lyman James

TONKAWA, OK – May 16, 2023 The Tonkawa Tribe of Oklahoma is thrilled to announce its collaboration with the Stillwater Chamber of Commerce to develop a cutting-edge 60,000 square foot Family Entertainment Center called the HUB. This exciting new facility is expected to be completed by Fall 2024 and will offer a variety of... Read More.