LAST WEEK TO REQUEST ABSENTEE BALLOT FOR THE FEBRUARY 10, PONCA CITY MUNICIPAL ELECTION

The deadline to request absentee ballots by mail is approaching. Applications must be received by the Kay County Election Board no later than 5 p.m. Monday, January 26, 2026. Kay County Election Board Secretary Carol Leaming, said absentee voting is available to all voters, provided they are eligible to vote in said election, applications can... Read More.

Maynard Files Trio of AI Safeguards

OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Cody Maynard, R-Durant, has filed a three-bill legislative package establishing commonsense safeguards for the use of artificial intelligence in Oklahoma. The measures seek to clarify that artificial intelligence systems are not persons and cannot hold legal rights, ensure state agencies use AI responsibly with human oversight, and protect minors from... Read More.
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Proposed amendment could alter funding for Oklahoma public universities

TULSA, OKLA. (KTUL) — A proposed constitutional amendment could change how public colleges and universities receive state funding. House Joint Resolution 1037, introduced by Rep. Gabe Woolley, would allow lawmakers to temporarily freeze, suspend or withhold state-appropriated funds. Woolley said the measure is intended to give Oklahomans more control over taxpayer dollars spent at... Read More.

‘Don’t cut the tape’: Trump threatens to sue CBS News over interview editing

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump has threatened legal action against CBS News if the network broadcasts an edited version of a recent interview conducted with anchor Tony Dokoupil, according to reports. The interview, which aired Tuesday following the president’s visit to Detroit, has become the latest flashpoint in Trump’s long-standing friction with the network over... Read More.

Ponca City School Menus for the Week of 01/19/2026

EAST MID HIGH 01/19 01/20 01/21 01/22 01/23 Lunch Crispy Taco Taco Burger Refried Beans Grape Tomatoes Tossed Salad Fresh Fruit Popcorn Smackers Mashed Potatoes Green Beans Dinner Roll Fresh Fruit Steak Fingers Chili Garlic Bread California Blend Veggies Tossed Salad Fresh Fruit Mozzarella Bread Stick Marinara Sauce Broccoli Corn Fresh Fruit Meals on Wheels Spaghetti & Meatballs California Blend Veggies Dinner Roll Dessert Chicken Enchilada Refried Beans Mexi Rice Tossed Salad Dessert Chicken Strips Green Beans Mashed Potatoes Country Gravy Dinner Roll Dessert BBQ Sandwich French Fries Baked Beans Tossed Salad Dessert Salisbury Steak Brown Gravy Mashed Potatoes Vegetable Dinner Roll Dessert Menus may change and are subject to availability. We offer... Read More.
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Roy scores 23, Miller hits 3 FTs with 2.8 seconds left; OSU beats K-State 84-83

STILLWATER, Okla. (AP) — Anthony Roy scored 23 points, Vyctorius Miller was fouled on a corner 3-point shot with 2.8 seconds left, hit all three free throws, Oklahoma State beat Kansas State 84-83 on Saturday night. Parsa Fallah had 17 points, nine rebounds, and two steals for Oklahoma State, and Kanye Clary had 12 points... Read More.

Thunder fall to Heat after late three-pointer

By TIM REYNOLDS AP Basketball Writer MIAMI (AP) — Andrew Wiggins' 3-pointer with 31 seconds left put Miami up for good, Bam Adebayo scored 30 points with a career-best six 3s, and the Heat defeated the NBA champion Oklahoma City Thunder 122-120 on Saturday night. Norman Powell scored 19 for Miami, while Pelle Larsson finished with... Read More.

OU falls 83-81 to No. 18 Alabama

By CLIFF BRUNT AP Sports Writer NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — Labaron Philon scored 23 points, Aiden Sherrell added 21 and No. 18 Alabama beat Oklahoma 83-81 on Saturday. Oklahoma inbounded the ball with 4.1 seconds left and went for the win, but Nijel Pack missed a long 3-pointer and the Sooners couldn't get a shot off... Read More.
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Kay County Court Filings 01/16/2026

Court Case Number Filed On Party Case Offense or Cause Kay SC-2026-00049 01/16/2026 ANSON, ADREANNA AND ALL OTHER OCCUPANTS Defendant HERTZOG PROPERTY MANAGEMENT vs. MARTIN, DILLON JAMES et al FORCIBLE ENTRY AND DETAINER Kay CS-2026-00053 01/16/2026 BRIAN T. HERMANSON, DISTRICT ATTORNEY Plaintiff THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA et al vs. ONE HUNDRED THIRTY-SEVEN DOLLARS SEIZURE & FORFEITURE Kay CS-2026-00054 01/16/2026 BRIAN T. HERMANSON, DISTRICT ATTORNEY Plaintiff THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA et... Read More.

Trump’s DoJ investigating whether Minnesota’s Walz and Frey impeded ICE

By ALANNA DURKIN RICHER, ERIC TUCKER and JACK BROOK Associated Press MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Justice Department is investigating whether Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey have impeded federal immigration enforcement through public statements they have made, two people familiar with the matter said Friday. The investigation, which both Walz and Frey said... Read More.

OU quarterback John Mateer, linebacker Kip Lewis to return for final seasons

NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer and linebacker Kip Lewis, the team's offensive and defensive anchors, will return next season. The school made the announcement on a social media post on Thursday. Mateer led the Sooners to the College Football Playoff in his first season after transferring from Washington State. He passed for 2,885... Read More.