State Department orders nonprofit libraries to stop processing passport applications

  NORWICH, Conn. (AP) — The U.S. State Department has ordered certain public libraries nationwide to cease processing passport applications, disrupting a long-standing service that librarians say their communities have come to rely on and that has run smoothly for years. The agency, which regulates U.S. passports, began issuing cease and desist orders to not-for-profit libraries... Read More.

Eaves Bill Requiring Firearm Safety Instruction Advances

OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Ryan Eaves, R-Atoka, passed a bill in committee that would require public schools to provide annual firearm safety instruction to students. House Bill 3312 would require schools beginning in the 2026-27 school year to provide age-appropriate firearm safety instruction from the earliest grade determined appropriate through 12th grade. The Oklahoma... Read More.
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Drummond secures major settlements with Tyson, Cargill in landmark poultry pollution case

OKLAHOMA CITY – Attorney General Genter Drummond announced a major breakthrough in Oklahoma’s 20-year poultry litter pollution litigation, securing settlements totaling more than $25 million from Tyson Foods and Cargill. The settlements mark a turning point in one of the state's most significant environmental cases.   “For over two decades, Oklahoma has fought to protect the... Read More.

Partial DHS shutdown affects TSA, FEMA, Coast Guard

WASHINGTON -Congress is facing a partial government shutdown tied to funding for the Department of Homeland Security, with Transportation Security Administration officers working without pay as negotiations continue over immigration policy. While most federal agencies remain funded, the lapse affects DHS components including the Transportation Security Administration, Federal Emergency Management Agency, U.S. Coast Guard, Immigration... Read More.

Ponca City School Menus for the Week of 02/16/2026

EAST MID HIGH 02/16 02/17 02/18 02/19 02/20 Lunch Crispy Taco Taco Pizza Refried Beans Tossed Salad Grape Tomatoes Fresh Fruit Popcorn Smackers Mashed Potatoes Country Gravy Green Beans Wheat Dinner Roll Fresh Fruit Chicken & Noodles Chicken Wings California Blend Veggies Tossed Salad Fresh Fruit Pork Patty Sandwich Mozzarella Bread Stick Marinara Sauce Broccoli Corn Fresh Fruit Meals on Wheels Beef Stroganoff Mashed Potatoes Brown Gravy Vegetable Dinner Roll Dessert Chicken Strips Green Beans Mashed Potatoes Country Gravy Dinner Roll Dessert Chicken Fried Chicken Country Gravy Vegetable Mashed Potatoes Dinner Roll Dessert Stuffed Green Pepper Vegetable Tossed Salad Dinner Roll Dessert Menus may change and are subject to availability. We... Read More.
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Wooten scores 16, Whiting posts double-double, Cowgirls beat No. 16 Texas Tech 75-65

STILLWATER, Okla. (AP) — Jadyn Wooten scored 16 points, Amari Whiting added 13 points and 11 rebounds, and Oklahoma State outscored the Lady Raiders 22-9 in the second quarter, going on to beat No. 16 Texas Tech 75–65 on Saturday. Oklahoma State (20–7, 9–5 Big 12) took a 36–24 halftime lead, holding Tech scoreless for... Read More.

OSU falls in OT 95-92 to TCU

STILLWATER, Okla. (AP) — David Punch had 19 points, Xavier Edmonds posted a double-double, and TCU never trailed but had to work overtime before beating Oklahoma State 95-92 on Saturday. Punch and Micah Robinson both scored four, and Jayden Pierre hit a 3-pointer to help the Horned Frogs (16-9, 6-6 Big 12 Conference) prevail in... Read More.
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Kay County Court Filings 02/13/2026

Court Case Number Filed On Party Case Offense or Cause Kay CV-2026-00012 02/13/2026 CHAPPELL, TERRI LYNN Plaintiff CHAPPELL, TERRI LYNN vs. HOBBS, BRIAN BARKLEY Kay WH-2026-00001 02/13/2026 DILBECK, COLTON ROBERTS Defendant THURMAN, VICTORIA vs. DILBECK, COLTON ROBERTS WRIT OF HABEAS CORPUS Kay CV-2026-00008 02/13/2026 HOBBS, BRIAN BARKLEY Plaintiff HOBBS, BRIAN BARKLEY vs. THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA Kay CV-2026-00009 02/13/2026 HOBBS, BRIAN BARKLEY Plaintiff HOBBS, BRIAN BARKLEY vs. THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA Kay CV-2026-00010 02/13/2026 HOBBS, BRIAN BARKLEY Plaintiff HOBBS,... Read More.

Chris Paul, the ‘Point God,’ retires as All-Star weekend begins, ending a 21-season NBA run

By TIM REYNOLDS AP Basketball Writer (AP) — Chris Paul, the “Point God” who was a 12-time All-Star selection and two-time Olympic gold medalist, announced his retirement on Friday in the capper of a 21-season career that will surely merit induction into the Basketball Hall of Fame. The 40-year-old Paul made the announcement on the first... Read More.

Kay County Court Filings 02/12/2026

Court Case Number Filed On Party Case Offense or Cause Kay FP-2026-00013 02/12/2026 BOONE, NICHOLE L. Plaintiff BOONE, NICHOLE L. vs. PRUETT, DYLAN L. PATERNITY - ST COURT ORDER Kay CS-2026-00125 02/12/2026 DUNCAN, NATHAN Defendant MIDLAND CREDIT MANAGEMENT vs. DUNCAN, NATHAN INDEBTEDNESS Kay FP-2026-00014 02/12/2026 FRANKLIN, CYNTHIA DIANE Plaintiff FRANKLIN, CYNTHIA DIANE vs. MEYER, DAKOTA MICHAEL JAMES PATERNITY Kay CJ-2026-00022 02/12/2026 GURLEY, BRANDON R. Defendant PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES LLC vs. GURLEY, BRANDON R. et al FORECLOSURE Kay CJ-2026-00022 02/12/2026 GURLEY,... Read More.