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Missouri candidate charged with trying to plant cocaine on his political rival

Monday, September 7 by AP

The Missouri Capitol is seen Feb. 9, 2026, in Jefferson City, Mo. (AP Photo/David A. Lieb, File) JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — A candidate for the Missouri House made an initial court appearance Thursday on a federal drug charge accusing him of trying to plant cocaine and Adderall on his Republican primary opponent. Thomas Ross, 37,... Read More.

Gubernatorial candidate Mike Mazzei explains change in stance on Inola Smelter project

Thursday, July 16 by News 9

Mike Mazzei OKLAHOMA CITY - Gubernatorial candidate Mike Mazzei explained to News 9 and News On 6 why he changed his stance on the controversial Inola Aluminum smelter project. Key Takeaways Mike Mazzei said he opposed financial problems related to the smelter, but agreed with the project after research. Drummond believes Mazzei switched his views on the... Read More.

Oklahoma AG candidate Jon Echols returns $3,500 after grand jury favoritism report

Tuesday, May 19 by KOKH

NORMAN, Okla. (KOKH) — A candidate for Oklahoma attorney general says he returned $3,500 in campaign contributions following a scathing grand jury report regarding alleged favoritism in a high-profile drunk driving case. On Feb. 7, 2023, Sara Polston was intoxicated and speeding through residential intersections when she hit 20-year-old Micaela Borrego's vehicle. Borrego's car was launched... Read More.

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Oklahoma Senate candidate Barry Christian found dead

Thursday, April 30 by News 9

Barry Christian CREDIT: Family of Barry Christian SAYRE, Okla. - Oklahoma Senate candidate Barry Christian, 54, was found dead after being reported missing, Christian’s family. The family said Christian’s body was found on Thursday. RELATED: Oklahoma Senate candidate Barry Christian reported missing, police find his abandoned truck When was Barry Christian reported missing Authorities said Christian was reported missing after... Read More.

Candidate filing period now open

Wednesday, April 1 by News 6

News On 6 OKLAHOMA CITY -Candidate filing is now open for federal, state, county, and municipal elections in Oklahoma. While many candidates have declared their intent to run for various offices, they will now have the opportunity to officially file between April 1 and April 3. Follow along for live updates: Declared Republican candidates for Governor These candidates have... Read More.

CANDIDATE FILING BEIGINS APRIL 1

Thursday, March 26 by Ponca City Now

Statewide election activity officially begins at 8 a.m. on Wednesday April 1, 2026, when the candidate filing period opens, the Secretary of the Kay County Election Board said today. Candidates for state offices file with the State Election Board. Candidates for county offices file with the Secretary of the County Election Board. Kay County Election Board... Read More.

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CANDIDATE FILING BEGINS APRIL 1

Wednesday, March 4 by Ponca City Now

Statewide election activity officially begins at 8 a.m. on Wednesday April 1, 2026, when the candidate filing period opens, the Secretary of the Kay County Election Board said. Candidates for state offices file with the State Election Board. Candidates for county offices file with the Secretary of the County Election Board. Kay County Election Board Secretary... Read More.

CANDIDATE FILING BEGINS FOR CITY OF PONCA CITY, CITY COMMISSIONERS AND CITY OF BLACKWELL MAYOR

Friday, November 21 by Ponca City Now

Candidates interested in filing for the City of Ponca City Commissioner No. 1 and Commissioner No. 3 and for the City of Blackwell Mayor will file Declarations of Candidacy beginning 8 a.m. Monday December 1, 2025, through 5 p.m. Wednesday December 3, 2025. Carol Leaming, Secretary of the Kay County Election Board, said Declaration of... Read More.

CANDIDATE FILING BEGINS FOR BOARD OF EDUCATION

Thursday, November 20 by Ponca City Now

Candidates for the Board of Education in Kay County School Districts: Kildare, Ponca City, Blackwell, Newkirk, Peckham, Tonkawa and the Pioneer Technology Center will file Declarations of Candidacy beginning at 8 a.m. on Monday December 1, 2025. Carol Leaming, Secretary of the Kay County Election Board, said Declaration of Candidacy forms must be completed and... Read More.

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CANDIDATE FILING FOR CITY OF PONCA CITY COMMISSIONER NO. 1

Wednesday, April 30 by Ponca City Now

Candidates filing for City Commissioner No.1 for the City of Ponca City began to file Declarations of Candidacy at 8 am Monday April 28, 2025. Those who wish to file for a municipal office must submit a Declaration of Candidacy to the Kay County Election Board April 30 2025 between the hours of 8 am... Read More.

CANDIDATE FILING BEGINS FOR CITY OF PONCA CITY COMMISSIONER NO. 1

Friday, April 11 by Ponca City Now

Candidates interested in filing for City Commissioner No.1 for the City of Ponca City will file Declarations of Candidacy beginning at 8 am Monday April 28, 2025. Those who wish to file for a municipal office must submit a Declaration of Candidacy to the Kay County Election Board April 28, 29, 30 2025 between the... Read More.