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NOC Tonkawa hosts piano re-dedication Feb. 15

Thursday, February 5 by Ponca City Now

Northern Oklahoma College and Tonkawa’s extended artistic community are invited to celebrate the rebuilding, return, and re-dedication of NOC’s 9-foot Steinway D concert grand piano during a free concert on Sunday, Feb. 15, 2026, inside the Dineo Heilmann Auditorium at the Kinzer Performing Arts Center. Local favorite Jerry Steichen and Tulsa native Cathy Venable will... Read More.

New Session, Clear Priorities

Thursday, February 5 by Ponca City Now

A new session is underway, and Oklahoma lawmakers are back to work at the Capitol. The decisions made over the next several months will impact families across our state, from taxes and public safety to government accountability and constitutional rights. I came into this session the same way I did last year, with the... Read More.

Savannah Guthrie posts message to her mother’s kidnapper asking to provide proof she is alive

Thursday, February 5 by AP

TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) — NBC “Today” show host Savannah Guthrie sent a public message to her 84-year-old mother’s kidnapper on Wednesday saying that her family is ready to talk but wants proof that she is alive. Guthrie said in a recorded video posted on social media that her family has heard media reports about a... Read More.

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Small Business Administration shuts out non-citizens from main lending program

Thursday, February 5 by CBS News

WASHINGTON - The Small Business Administration is barring green card holders and other non-U.S. citizens from applying for loans from the agency’s main lending program. Starting March 1, only U.S. citizens or nationals who have their chief residence in the U.S. or legal territories will be eligible to borrow money under the agency’s 7(a) program. “SBA is... Read More.

Kay County Court Filings 02/03/2026

Wednesday, February 4 by Ponca City Now

Court Case Number Filed On Party Case Offense or Cause Kay FD-2026-00012 02/03/2026 GILLESPIE, HALIE LEANNE Plaintiff GILLESPIE, HALIE LEANNE vs. GILLESPIE, JAMES CORDELL DIVORCE/DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE Kay FD-2026-00012 02/03/2026 GILLESPIE, JAMES CORDELL Defendant GILLESPIE, HALIE LEANNE vs. GILLESPIE, JAMES CORDELL DIVORCE/DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE Kay CF-2026-00054 02/03/2026 GONZALEZ-RIVERA, FRANKEI Defendant STATE OF OKLAHOMA vs. GONZALEZ-RIVERA, FRANKEI FAIL TO COMPLY WITH SEX OFFENDER REGISTRATION (FEL)

Police Logs 02/03/2026

Wednesday, February 4 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.

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Trump ends partial government shutdown, but DHS challenge looms for Congress

Wednesday, February 4 by News 9-Alex Cameron

WASHINGTON, D.C. -The Republican-led U.S. House of Representatives narrowly passed legislation Tuesday to fund the majority of the government through the end of the fiscal year, while providing temporary funding to the Department of Homeland Security for the next two weeks. In the wake of two fatal shootings of protesters by federal agents in... Read More.

Gov. Stitt asks voters to roll back Medicaid increases over spiraling costs

Wednesday, February 4 by News 6

OKLAHOMA CITY - Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt has asked the State Legislature to forward a referendum to voters that could roll back the expansion of Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act. A state question expanded Medicaid in 2021, with voter approval that came in a close vote. The Oklahoma... Read More.

Luttrell Comments on Shidler REAP Infrastructure Funding

Wednesday, February 4 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOM CITY – Rep. Ken Luttrell, R-Ponca City, commented on Rural Economic Action Plan funding approved for a transportation project in Shidler. “This is a meaningful investment for Shidler and for the people who depend on these roads every day,” Luttrell said. “Projects like this may not always grab headlines, but they make a real... Read More.

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NOC Roustabout Homecoming Show Rescheduled for February 11

Wednesday, February 4 by Ponca City Now

The Northern Oklahoma College Roustabouts Homecoming Show has been rescheduled for Wednesday, Feb. 11, at 7:30 p.m. The free show will be held in the Dineo Heilmann Auditorium inside the Kinzer Performing Arts Center. The show was originally set for Jan. 29 but was postponed due to weather. Northern Oklahoma College, the state’s first public two-year community... Read More.

Financial Education Class Offered at PTC

Wednesday, February 4 by Ponca City Now

Financial stress affects the whole family — and it’s real. Pioneer Tech has an upcoming opportunity designed to support individuals and families with practical, confidence-building financial tools. Tuesdays, Feb 17 - April 14 | 6:00 - 9:00 pm | Pioneer Tech CLIMB is a FREE, 8-session workshop designed to help participants build confidence and control over their... Read More.

Why Oklahoma’s trooper shortage leaves many rural areas without coverage

Wednesday, February 4 by News 6

Right now, 766 OHP troopers are responsible for all 77 counties across the state. That means many rural communities don’t have round-the-clock coverage, and troopers who are working are often covering multiple counties at once. By the Numbers: What Coverage Looks Like Today 766 active troopers statewide 77 counties No 24-hour coverage in many rural... Read More.