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The Latest: US strikes 3 Iranian sites, joining Israeli air campaign

Sunday, June 22 by The Associated Press

By The Associated Press(AP) — The U.S. military struck three sites in Iran early Sunday, inserting itself into Israel ’s effort at decapitating the country’s nuclear energy program in a risky gambit to weaken a longtime foe amid Tehran’s threat of reprisals that could spark a wider regional conflict.The decision to directly involve the... Read More.

Cowley County Votes ‘No’ 52-48; Roth, Trimmer Winners In State House Primary

Wednesday, August 3 by Lyman James

Updated: Wednesday, 8:05 a.m.Cowley County voters cast nearly 9,000 ballots in Tuesday's primary elections, which included an amendment question to the state constitution regarding who has say on abortion rights.Cowley County voted 'no" to the question of removing state constitutional protection of abortion rights and putting the issue in the hands of the legislature... Read More.

First Lutheran School 5th grader is the latest Kid Who Makes a Difference

Thursday, March 31 by Lyman James

Congratulations to 1047 The Bull’s 1230 WBBZ’s Kid Who Makes a Difference, Trie Bernard! Trie is 12 years old and in 5th grade at First Lutheran School. She is the daughter of Jessica Barnard, and is the middle sibling of 5! Trie is hard working and wants to be a teacher when she is... Read More.

OSDH latest update shows over 2,000 new COVID-19 cases, Kay County sees Eighteenth virus-related death

Monday, November 9 by Lyman James

The Oklahoma State Department of Health is reporting 2,197 new positive COVID-19 cases as of 11 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 9. Oklahoma's seen an overall total of 138,455 COVID-19 cases as 20,129 cases are active.A reminder that the OSDH did not release new data on Sunday, so it's unclear as to if the latest... Read More.

PCPS Superintendent Issues Latest updated Regarding COVID-19

Monday, March 16 by Lyman James

The following is an update on Monday, March 16, from Ponca City Public Schools Superintendent Shelley Arrott. PCPS Families, Staff, and Community,This afternoon, the Oklahoma State Board of Education voted to close all Oklahoma schools, effective immediately, until at least April 6, 2020 in an effort to minimize the spread of COVID-19. This includes Ponca... Read More.

PCPS Latest Update Regarding COVID-19

Sunday, March 15 by Lyman James

The following statement is from Ponca City Public Schools Superintendent Shelley Arrott. PCPS Families, Staff, and Community, Based on the latest guidance from health experts and the Oklahoma State Department of Education, all Ponca City Public School activities, practices, and events have been suspended effective immediately, Sunday, March 15, through the end of Spring Break, March... Read More.

PCPS Announces Latest Information Regarding COVID-19

Friday, March 13 by Lyman James

The Ponca City Public School District is taking the threat of COVID-19 very seriously. They are taking the lead from state and national health experts to take precautions to focus on their top priority, the safety of all students and staff. It is important to note there are currently no confirmed cases of COVID-19 in... Read More.