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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.

University of Oklahoma Receives $10M Gift for New Residence Halls at Adamas Center Site

Thursday, December 19 by Ponca City Now

NORMAN, OKLA (KOKH) — The University of Oklahoma has received a $10 million gift towards the construction of two first-year residence halls on the former Adamas Center site. The gift came from the McCasland Foundation and one of the new halls will be named McCasland Hall. “The McCasland Foundation has been an incredible partner to OU for... Read More.

Gift Ideas And Holiday Traditions From The Oklahoma Department Of Wildlife Conservation

Monday, December 9 by Ponca City Now

This holiday season, the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation (ODWC) offers a variety of unique and thoughtful gift options for outdoor enthusiasts of all ages. From stocking stuffers to big-ticket items, ODWC has something for every outdoor lover on your list. For those who enjoy fishing, hunting, or just spending time in nature, ODWC’s online... Read More.

Guardian Angel Gift Tree from Heather Cannon Honda

Thursday, November 16 by Lyman James

Free Will Baptist Church Donates Coats and Gift Cards to Multiple Schools

Tuesday, January 5 by Lyman James

Free Will Baptist Church in Ponca City graciously donated 50 warm coats and Aldi gift cards for Ponca City Public School students at multiple schools across the district. Pictured are a few of the sites that benefited from the church’s generosity. Pictured Top L-R: Pastor Adam Phillips at Washington PreK with Principal Tina Fisher,... Read More.

Garfield Teachers Hand-out Gift Bags and Cards Donated by Their PIE Partners to Students and Families

Thursday, December 17 by Lyman James

Garfield Elementary School teachers have been handing out the gift bags and gift cards to their students and families. The gift bags and cards were purchased and donated to Garfield from their Partners In Education (PIE) Phillips 66. Garfield Principal Katy Thomason said, "Each of our students received a hat, gloves, snacks, Chapstick, and... Read More.

Blackwell VFW is making gift bags for Claremore Veterans Center

Thursday, September 3 by Lyman James

The Blackwell VFW is making gift bags for the men and women in the Claremore Veterans Center and could use your help. The organization is asking for donations of toiletries, white socks, word search books, writing paper, pens, hand lotion, and lip balm. Items can be dropped off Saturdays from 9 to 4 at... Read More.

Phillips 66 Donates Gift Baskets to Garfield Staff

Friday, August 21 by Lyman James

Phillips 66, Garfields Partner In Education (PIE partner), donated gift baskets to all Garfield staff members to help start the school year off right! Garfield Principal Katy Thomason said, “We are so thankful at Garfield for wonderful PIE partners that go above and beyond for our staff.” Pictured L-R: Erin Liberton and Katy Thomason

Woodlands PIE Partners Present Gift Cards to Students

Wednesday, February 13 by Lyman James

Woodlands Elementary School’s P.I.E. (Partners in Education) Partners, Blackwell Dentistry and Exploration Destination, presented four lucky Woodlands Wildcats with $25 Walmart gift cards. Students earn “Wild Cards” for following procedures, then spending them on fun prizes and privileges. All of the Wild Cards that have been spent are periodically put in a drawing. These four... Read More.