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Marine Veteran and Conservative Legislator John Pfeiffer Announces Campaign for Oklahoma Labor Commissioner

Monday, April 7 by Ponca City Now

ORLANDO, OK – State Representative and U.S. Marine Corps veteran John Pfeiffer has officially announced his campaign for Oklahoma Labor Commissioner, vowing to bring conservative leadership, workforce development, and a pro-business mindset to the department.Pfeiffer, a fifth-generation Oklahoman, lifelong rancher, and proven conservative, has represented District 38 in the Oklahoma House of Representatives since... Read More.

Wildcats Connect at the Career & Internship Fair

Monday, April 7 by Ponca City Now

On March 27th, Ponca City High School and the Ponca City Development Authority (PCDA) hosted the annual Internship & Career Fair, connecting over 700 Wildcats in grades 10–12 with 40 local businesses and organizations.The event gave students a valuable opportunity to explore internships, entry-level jobs, career tech programs, military service, and college pathways—all while... Read More.

Construction on I-44/Highway 75 in Tulsa Begins Monday, What Drivers Need to Know

Monday, April 7 by News 6

Major work begins Monday to redesign the I-44 and Highway 75 interchange nicknamed “Tulsa Stonehenge” because of the empty bridge piers around the site.The Oklahoma Department of Transportation says the columns, known as “Tulsa Stonehenge,” were part of initial work started in 2022. This next phase includes widening Highway 75, replacing the 61st Street interchange,... Read More.

Oklahoma Senate Passes Bill Making Death Penalty an Option for First-Time Child Rapists

Monday, April 7 by News 9

OKLAHOMA CITY -A bill that would make the death penalty or life without parole a possible punishment for first-time convictions of child sex abuse has passed the Oklahoma Senate with bipartisan support.Current Law Current state law allows those convicted of certain sex crimes against children under 14 to be sentenced to death or life... Read More.

Deadline Approaching: Real ID Required for Domestic Travel Starting May 7

Monday, April 7 by News 9

OKLAHOMA CITY -Oklahomans have just 30 days left to obtain a REAL ID ahead of a major federal deadline. Starting May 7, travelers will need a REAL ID, a valid U.S. passport, or another federally approved form of identification to board domestic flights, access military bases, and enter certain federal buildings.Related: REAL... Read More.

Ponca City School Menus for the Week of 04/07/2025

Sunday, April 6 by Ponca City Now

EAST MID HIGH04/0704/0804/0904/1004/11BreakfastBreakfast TacoCereal, Rte Bowl Variety WgPoptart, Wg Single AssortedDonuts, SuperbakeryPBJYogurt Fruit Granola Parfait BaconScrambled EggsBiscuitCereal, Rte Bowl Variety WgPoptart, Wg Single AssortedDonuts, SuperbakeryPBJYogurt Fruit Granola Parfait Pancake Sausage on a StickCereal, Rte Bowl Variety WgPoptart, Wg Single AssortedDonuts, SuperbakeryPBJYogurt Fruit Granola Parfait Biscuits and GravyCereal, Rte Bowl Variety WgPoptart, Wg Single AssortedDonuts, SuperbakeryPBJYogurt Fruit Granola... Read More.

Mississippi and Kentucky seek to become first states to end personal income tax since 1980

Sunday, April 6 by The Associated Press

By DAVID A. LIEB Associated PressAP — About 45 years have passed since a U.S. state last eliminated its income tax on wages and salaries. But with recent actions in Mississippi and Kentucky, two states now are on a path to do so, if their economies keep growing.The push to zero out the income... Read More.

Kay County Court Filings 04/04/2025

Saturday, April 5 by Ponca City Now

Court Case Number Filed On Party Case Offense or CauseKay PB-2025-00037 04/04/2025 BARRAGAN, MIGUEL CACHO Plaintiff IN THE MATTER OF BARRAGAN, MIGUEL CACHO ADMINISTRATION OF ESTATEKay CS-2025-00191 04/04/2025 CAPITAL ONE, N.A. Plaintiff CAPITAL ONE, N.A. vs. HINDMAN, CLINTON JAMES INDEBTEDNESSKay ML-2025-00057 04/04/2025 CASTRO, ANGELICA Person 2 ORMONDE, TROY JOSEPH JR vs. CASTRO, ANGELICA MARRIAGE LICENSE APPLICATION - MARRIAGE LICENSE ISSUEDKay PO-2025-00025 04/04/2025 DAVIS, E-STA-SKA RAIN Plaintiff DAVIS, E-STA-SKA RAIN vs. SENTEL, IZAIAH... Read More.

Thunder’s Gilgeous-Alexander passes Jordan with 70th straight 20-point game

Saturday, April 5 by The Associated Press

By KRISTIE RIEKEN AP Sports WriterHOUSTON (AP) — Oklahoma City’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander reached 20 points on Friday night against the Houston Rockets for the 70th straight game, moving past Michael Jordan for the fourth-longest single-season streak in NBA history.Gilgeous-Alexander made 1 of 2 free throws at the end of the third quarter to give... Read More.

Tulsa man charged with murder in fatal shooting of beloved Kansas priest

Saturday, April 5 by The Associated Press

SENECA, Kan. (AP) — An Oklahoma man has been charged with first-degree murder in the fatal shooting a Catholic priest at a church rectory in northeast Kansas, authorities said on Friday.Officers called to the Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Seneca on Thursday afternoon found Arul Carasala with gunshot wounds outside the rectory,... Read More.