Gilgeous-Alexander scores 36 in return, tempers flare as Thunder top Nuggets 127-121 in OT

By CLIFF BRUNT AP Sports Writer OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 36 points in his return after missing nine games with an abdominal strain, and the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Denver Nuggets 127-121 in overtime on Friday night in a testy matchup that featured multiple technical fouls and an ejection. Gilgeous-Alexander, the reigning... Read More.

Despite recent gains, tribal citizens descended from slaves face disparate treatment

By SAVANNAH PETERS and GRAHAM LEE BREWER Associated Press MCLOUD, Okla. (AP) — Tribal citizens whose Black ancestors were enslaved by citizens of several tribal nations in Oklahoma are starting to see more inclusive access to Native American health care, education, and other social services, but barriers remain. Federal and tribal agencies have worked in recent... Read More.

Kay County Court Filings 02/26/2026

Court Case Number Filed On Party Case Offense or Cause Kay CJ-2026-00029 02/26/2026 ALLEN, REBECCA Plaintiff ALLEN, REBECCA vs. STOUGH, BROOKE, DPM et al MEDICAL NEGLIGENCE Kay CJ-2026-00031 02/26/2026 AN INDIVIDUAL Defendant RIDGE, GWYNN vs. GARCIA, NICHOLAS et al AUTO NEGLIGENCE Kay CS-2026-00154 02/26/2026 CAPITAL ONE, N.A. Plaintiff CAPITAL ONE, N.A. et al vs. JONES, MALACHI R INDEBTEDNESS Kay MI-2026-00001 02/26/2026 CITY OF PONCA CITY Defendant HIGHTOWER, PETER vs. CITY OF PONCA CITY APPEAL FROM CITY OF... Read More.
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Oklahoma Senate Committee Advances Reforms Targeting Pharmacy Benefit Managers

OKLAHOMA CITY — The Senate Business and Insurance Committee, led by Sen. Bill Coleman, R-Ponca City, passed four bills on Thursday to crack down on unfair practices by pharmacy benefit managers and address inequities between PBMs and independent pharmacies. PBMs are middlemen that manage prescription drug benefits for insurance companies and employers by negotiating prices and... Read More.
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Legislative Forum in Newkirk Friday

Newkirk, this is your chance to be heard! Come out to the Legislative Forum on February 27 at 10 AM at the Newkirk Library. Connect with Senator Bill Coleman and Representative John Pfeiffer. Stay engaged and informed together.  

NOC Distinguished Alumni banquet set for March 26

 Wilma Harman, Adam Leaming, and Rick Scott will be honored Thursday, March 26 as the Northern Oklahoma College Distinguished Alumni Banquet. Non-refundable tickets are now available for $25 each. Harman, deceased, NOC Class of 1973, was an NOC Fine Arts Division Instructor. Leaming, NOC Class of 2001, is the Superintendent of Ponca City Public Schools. Scott, NOC Class... Read More.

Oklahoma lawmakers propose “Toby Keith Expressway” to honor late country star

OKLAHOMA CITY - An Oklahoma highway could soon be named after the late country superstar, Toby Keith, pending new legislation. House Concurrent Resolution 1019 would rename a proposed turnpike project the “Toby Keith Expressway.” This roadway is set to be built from Interstate 44 East to Interstate-35, continuing East and North to Interstate 40. This road... Read More.
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Standing Firm for Your Rights

Things are moving quickly here at the Capitol. I presented House Bill 3094 last week in the Judiciary-Civil Committee, a measure centered on a principle I firmly believe in, which is trusting law-abiding citizens. The bill would have allowed individuals with a valid Self-Defense Act (SDA) license to carry concealed inside the State Capitol... Read More.

Jenks man wins $5 million Mega Millions prize after buying ticket at Henryetta QuikTrip

TULSA, OKLA. (KTUL) — A Jenks man’s morning routine turned into a multimillion-dollar surprise after he discovered he had won $5 million playing the Oklahoma Lottery’s Mega Millions. Matthew of Jenks learned he won $5 million after checking his ticket the morning of Feb. 25, 2026, using the Oklahoma Lottery ticket checker. He had purchased the Mega... Read More.

What is Cedar Fever? How mountain cedar pollen impacts Oklahoma each winter

Mountain Cedar tree Photo Credit: OSU Extension Office Allergy seasons come in all shapes and sizes across Oklahoma. And even when the winter cold settles in, many Oklahomans still find themselves sniffling and sneezing due to a common winter culprit: Those pesky mountain cedar trees. What is Cedar Fever? According to the Oklahoma Allergy & Asthma Clinic, “Cedar... Read More.