draft – Page 13 – Ponca City Now

9 summer migraine triggers and how to avoid them

Friday, August 1 by News 6

TULSA, Okla. -If you suffer from migraines, summer might be your most challenging season. Experts say several environmental factors during the warmer months can increase the frequency and severity of headaches.Here are nine things to watch for—and what to do to keep migraines at bay. 1. Sudden Weather Changes Doctors say changes in barometric pressure and humidity... Read More.

Kay County Court Filings 07/30/2025

Thursday, July 31 by Ponca City Now

Court Case Number Filed On Party Case Offense or CauseKay CJ-2025-00162 07/30/2025 CAPITAL ONE, N.A. Plaintiff CAPITAL ONE, N.A. et al vs. SMITH, JOLENE L INDEBTEDNESSKay CJ-2025-00163 07/30/2025 CAPITAL ONE, N.A. Plaintiff CAPITAL ONE, N.A. et al vs. MAPLE, CHRISTOPHER SCOTT INDEBTEDNESSKay FD-2025-00099 07/30/2025 DODSON, MICHEAL WAYNE Plaintiff DODSON, MICHEAL WAYNE vs. KYGER, DESIREE NICOLE DIVORCE/DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGEKay CM-2025-00292 07/30/2025 EDWARDS, GREGORY DALE Defendant OSW STATE OF OKLAHOMA vs. EDWARDS, GREGORY DALE MALICIOUS INJURY... Read More.

Reps Remember George Nigh

Thursday, July 31 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – Reps. Nicole Miller, R-Edmond, Mike Osburn, R-Edmond, Jim Grego, R-Wilburton and David Smith, R-Arpelar, issued the following statement following the death of former Oklahoma Governor George Nigh. Nigh was born in McAlester and graduated from McAlester High School. He later graduated from what is now Eastern Oklahoma State College in Wilburton. He... Read More.

OHP attends ATF National Odor Recognition Test

Thursday, July 31 by Ponca City Now-OHP

OHP Explosive Detection K9s participated in the ATF National Odor Recognition Test (NORT) last week. This is where police and military canine teams from across the country, train and certify on explosives. The three-day course allows canine teams to showcase their odor detection and teamwork skills while actively searching out and identifying a variety of... Read More.

Standing for What’s Right

Thursday, July 31 by Ponca City Now

By Rep. Molly JenkinsOne of the foundational principles I believe in is the right to private property. That’s why I’m pleased to share that my interim study request, No. 25-061 on Eminent Domain for Transmission Line Development, has officially been approved.The goal of this study is to take a closer look at how eminent... Read More.

Tax-Free Weekend: When is it and what to know for Oklahoma’s 2025 holiday

Thursday, July 31 by News 9

OKLAHOMA CITY -Oklahoma's 2025 Sales Tax holiday is coming up, but several Oklahomans may have questions about how this will impact their purchases.With back-to-school right around the corner, many parents are also looking to get some last-minute shopping done before the first day of classes.SEE ALSO: How Oklahoma families can save on back-to-school shopping Q:... Read More.

Essential Vehicle Theft Prevention Tips to Steer Clear of Thieves

Thursday, July 31 by Ponca City Now

By Oklahoma Insurance Commissioner Glen MulreadyNational Vehicle Theft Prevention Month is in July. In 2024, almost 851,000 vehicles were stolen in the United States, according to the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB). That’s averaging a theft every 37 seconds! The NICB also reported that the Hyundai Elantra, Hyundai Sonata, and Chevrolet... Read More.

Union Pacific and Norfolk seek 1st transcontinental railroad through a massive merger

Thursday, July 31 by AP

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Union Pacific wants to buy Norfolk Southern in a $85 billion deal that would create the first transcontinental railroad in the U.S, and potentially trigger a final wave of rail mergers across the country.The proposed merger, announced Tuesday, would marry Union Pacific’s vast rail... Read More.

Kay County commissioner indicted by Multi-County Grand Jury on livestock charge

Wednesday, July 30 by Ponca City Now-Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond

OKLAHOMA CITY (July 30, 2025) – A Kay County commissioner has turned himself in after he was indicted on 10 felony charges from the Multi-County Grand Jury. Shane Douglas Jones, 36, is charged with one count of larceny of livestock and nine counts of branding with intent to defraud.According to investigators, Jones was hired by a cattle... Read More.

Kay County Court Filings 07/29/2025

Wednesday, July 30 by Ponca City Now

Court Case Number Filed On Party Case Offense or CauseKay ML-2025-00162 07/29/2025 AILEY, BRYAN DAVID Person 1 AILEY, BRYAN DAVID vs. FREDRICKS, AUBRIE RYAN MARRIAGE LICENSE APPLICATION/PREMARITAL COUNSELING - MARRIAGE LICENSE ISSUEDKay CJ-2025-00161 07/29/2025 ARNOLD, JEFFERY Plaintiff ARNOLD, JEFFERY vs. CASUALTY CORPORATION OF AMERICA INC BAD FAITH INSURER LIABILITYKay SC-2025-00516 07/29/2025 CAMPING WORTH GANDER RV SALES Defendant WIDENER, MICHELLE et al vs. CAMPING WORTH GANDER RV SALES MONEY... Read More.

Police Logs 07/29/2025

Wednesday, July 30 by Ponca City Now

Ponca City Crime Stoppers Anyone wishing to send an anonymous tip online to any crime in Ponca City can do so at https://www.tipsubmit.com/WebTips.aspx?AgencyID=496 fill out the tip sheet, and send the information. You can text PCPD plus your message to CRIMES (274637) from your cell phone. If you want to contact us by email... Read More.

Ponca City High School Launches New Aviation Internship, Calls on Local Businesses to Inspire the Next Generation

Wednesday, July 30 by Ponca City Now

Ponca City, OK — Ponca City High School’s Wildcat Internship Program is thrilled to announce a groundbreaking new opportunity for students in partnership with the Northern Oklahoma Flight Academy (NOFA). Thanks to the creativity and dedication of NOFA directors, the program has launched a robust and engaging aviation internship that models the very best... Read More.