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Kay County Court Filings 05/28/2025

Thursday, May 29 by Ponca City Now

Court Case Number Filed On Party Case Offense or CauseKay FD-2025-00074 05/28/2025 AUSTIN, BRETT STEPHEN Defendant AUSTIN, DARCEY vs. AUSTIN, BRETT STEPHEN DIVORCE/DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGEKay FD-2025-00074 05/28/2025 AUSTIN, DARCEY Plaintiff AUSTIN, DARCEY vs. AUSTIN, BRETT STEPHEN DIVORCE/DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGEKay FD-2025-00073 05/28/2025 MOUNT, ALICIA ANN Plaintiff MOUNT, ALICIA ANN vs. MOUNT, KIPPER LEE DIVORCE/DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGEKay FD-2025-00073 05/28/2025 MOUNT, KIPPER LEE Defendant MOUNT, ALICIA ANN vs. MOUNT, KIPPER LEE DIVORCE/DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGEKay CF-2025-00238 05/28/2025 SANTOYO, FREDERICO... Read More.

Police Logs 05/28/2025

Thursday, May 29 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.

Oklahoma income tax cut signed by Gov. Stitt

Thursday, May 29 by News 6

OKLAHOMA CITY -Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt announced he has signed another income tax cut for Oklahomans Wednesday afternoon.Sitt posted a video on his X account announcing the cut.LATEST FROM OKLAHOMA'S GOVERNOR: Oklahoma Gov. Stitt holds weekly press conference: 4 takeaways"It has been a priority for the Stitt administration to lower taxes for... Read More.

Town Hall Meeting May 29 in Ponca City

Thursday, May 29 by Ponca City Now

EARLY VOTING BEGINS THURSDAY JUNE 5

Thursday, May 29 by Ponca City Now

FOR JUNE 10, 2025 PONCA CITY MUNICIPAL ELECTION FOR CITY COMMISSIONER #1 Early voting begins Thursday June 5 for voters in Ponca City Municipality. Voters who cannot make it to the polls on Election Day, have the option of voting early at their County Election Board. Kay County Election Board Secretary Carol Leaming said early voting... Read More.

Oklahoma teachers could earn up to $10K in annual stipends

Thursday, May 29 by News 6

TULSA, Okla. -A new law signed by Gov. Kevin Stitt will change how Oklahoma recognizes and rewards high-performing teachers.House Bill 1412, which takes effect on July 1, 2025, introduces a tiered certification system that offers annual stipends instead of permanent pay raises.The program aims to elevate instructional quality while giving local districts flexibility in determining who... Read More.

Leader Munson bill to increase compensation for wrongfully convicted Oklahomans becomes law

Thursday, May 29 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – HB 2235 by House Democratic Leader Cyndi Munson, D-Oklahoma City, was signed into law. The bill increases compensation for wrongfully convicted Oklahomans based on the number of years they were wrongfully incarcerated. “This is a big win and step in the right direction for reforming Oklahoma’s criminal justice system,” Leader Munson said.... Read More.

Governor Signs “Protect Our Kids Act” into Law

Thursday, May 29 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY — The Protect Our Kids Act, authored by Rep. Derrick Hildebrant, R-Catoosa, has been signed into law. The measure is designed to strengthen transparency and accountability in cases involving alleged abuse or sexual misconduct by school employees.The Protect Our Kids Act, House Bill 1075, closes long-standing gaps in how... Read More.

Lifeguards urge water safety as summer season heats up

Thursday, May 29 by News 9

OKLAHOMA CITY -As pools open and schools let out, Robyn Pendleton, who's spent 46 years as a certified lifeguard, says it's time to cool off, but safety has to come first."Water is your friend. It is stronger than you are, so don't fight it learn it," said Pendleton, who now serves as the YMCA's Downtown... Read More.

Foreign criminals prey on innocent Americans in elaborate gift card scam

Thursday, May 29 by TNND

WASHINGTON (TNND) — An elaborate scheme that involved foreign criminals preying on innocent Americans has been busted, as part of a months-long investigation.Three Chinese nationals were sentenced in federal court in April for their roles in a sophisticated gift card fraud conspiracy, as top officials warn similar schemes may be underway.Naxin Wu, 26, a... Read More.

Hamilton’s Bill Raising Age of Consent Becomes Law

Wednesday, May 28 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Warren Hamilton, R-McCurtain, issued the following statement after House Bill 1003 became law this week.The measure implements additional protections for Oklahoma youth by raising the age of consent from 16 to 18.“Raising the age of consent to 18 is a crucial step in closing dangerous loopholes that have allowed predators to... Read More.

Kay County Court Filings 05/27/2025

Wednesday, May 28 by Ponca City Now

Court Case Number Filed On Party Case Offense or CauseKay TR-2025-00647 05/27/2025 ALLEN, BAILEY MICHELLE Defendant STATE OF OKLAHOMA vs. ALLEN, BAILEY MICHELLE NO SEAT BELT (TR) DRIVER NOT WEARING SEAT BELTKay CS-2025-00325 05/27/2025 ALLIANCE HEALTH PONCA CITY Plaintiff KAY COUNTY OKLAHOMA HOSPITAL COMPANY, LLC et al vs. KIM, RUSLAN INDEBTEDNESSKay CS-2025-00326 05/27/2025 ALLIANCE HEALTH PONCA CITY Plaintiff KAY COUNTY OKLAHOMA HOSPITAL COMPANY, LLC et al vs.... Read More.