Members Archives - Ponca City Now

What do the new Oklahoma SoonerCare work requirements mean for members?

Monday, September 7 by News 9

The Oklahoma Health Care Authority is notifying some SoonerCare members about new federal work requirements that take effect Jan. 1, 2027. OHCA sent yellow letters Aug. 31 to SoonerCare expansion adults ages 19-64 who will likely have to meet the requirements unless an exception applies. Key Takeaways Oklahoma SoonerCare work requirements begin Jan. 1, 2027, for expansion adults... Read More.

Black members of Oklahoma Native American tribe file federal lawsuit to gain citizenship rights

Saturday, July 25 by The Associated Press

By COREY WILLIAMS Associated Press (AP) — Two descendants of Black people once enslaved by a Native American tribe are asking a federal court in Oklahoma to force tribal leaders to issue them citizenship cards as ordered a year ago by a tribal court. A lawsuit filed Thursday in U.S. District Court in Oklahoma City on... Read More.

What members should know about the Oklahoma Sooner Select deadline

Thursday, June 4 by News 6

OKLAHOMA CITY -Open enrollment for Sooner Select, Oklahoma’s managed care Medicaid program, closes next week, giving roughly 600,000 members a final opportunity to review or change their health plans. Officials said only current Sooner Select members are eligible to make changes during this enrollment period, which ends next Friday, June 12. Rebecca Sheppard with the Oklahoma... Read More.

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NOC welcomes new members into the American Criminal Justice Association

Friday, April 24 by Ponca City Now

Northern Oklahoma College’s Criminal Justice Society proudly inducted new members into the American Criminal Justice Association during a ceremony held on April 9, 2026 on campus. The event marked an important milestone for students joining the organization and committing to the values of professionalism, leadership, and service within the criminal justice field. Students inducted included Hayden... Read More.

Trump invites National Guard member’s family to White House after fatal DC shooting

Tuesday, December 2 by TNND

WASHINGTON (TNND) — President Donald Trump on Sunday invited the family of one of the National Guard members fatally shot in Washington, D.C. last week to the White House. Trump added that he spoke to the parents of U.S. Army Spc. Sarah Beckstrom and that they were "devastated" after the Wednesday shooting, which also... Read More.

Members of the Ponca City Fire Department Graduate Paramedic Training Class

Monday, July 21 by Ponca City Now

Three course at Kiamichi Technology Center through a distance learning agreement with Pioneer Technology Center and the Ponca City Fire Department. Driver Chad Holder, Driver Cody Wingo and Driver Hunter Hawkins completed the strenuous course comprised of 802 classroom hours and 448 clinical hours, totaling 1,250 hours of rigorous study and practice. We are... Read More.

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Pat Green, who lost 4 family members in Texas flood, raises $1 mil in benefit concert

Thursday, July 17 by 5 NBC DFW

Texas country artist Pat Green, who lost loved ones in the July 4 flood in Central Texas, raised at least $1 million in an online concert to benefit relief efforts. The Pat Green and Friends: Texas Flood Relief Livestream was held Wednesday night at Texas Rangers’ Globe Life Field, but without a live audience. You can still... Read More.

Sen. Hicks’ bill providing CareerTech tuition assistance to Oklahoma National Guard members takes effect July 1

Tuesday, July 1 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – A new law expanding educational opportunities for members of the Oklahoma National Guard takes effect on July 1. Sen. Carri Hicks, D-Oklahoma City, was principal author of Senate Bill 31, creating the “Oklahoma National Guard CareerTech Assistance Act,” providing tuition assistance for Oklahoma Guard members enrolling in programs leading to licensure or... Read More.

AG Pam Bondi announces arrest of 2,700 Venezuelan Tren de Aragua gang members in U.S.

Monday, June 30 by AP

(TNND) — Federal authorities have arrested more than 2,700 alleged members of the notorious Venezuelan Tren de Aragua (TdA) gang, officials said on Friday. During a White House press briefing, Attorney General Pam Bondi announced the arrests when asked if an undocumented infant would be an immigration enforcement priority. Bondi responded saying that violent... Read More.

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New House Members Sworn Into Office

Tuesday, June 24 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – Newly-elected Rep. Kevin Norwood, R-Owasso, took his oath of office in the Oklahoma House of Representatives on June 18. He won a special general election earlier this month to represent House District 74 in Rogers and Tulsa counties. "Today has been an incredible day, and I’m deeply honored to represent the people... Read More.

Epic Charter Schools cuts 357 staff members, phases out Learning Centers

Thursday, June 5 by KTUL

TULSA, Okla. - Epic Charter Schools suddenly announced that over 300 staff members would not return for 2025-26, as part of implementing significant streamline measures to "continue delivering a high-quality educational experience and ensure long-term financial sustainability." In a statement released on Tuesday, the school said it is not renewing 83 teachers and 274... Read More.

Ponca City High School Announces 2025-2026 Po-Hi Chorale Members

Monday, May 19 by Ponca City Now

Ponca City, OK – Ponca City High School is proud to announce the talented group of students selected for the prestigious Po-Hi Chorale for the 2025-2026 school year. The Po-Hi Chorale is known for its commitment to musical excellence, artistic growth, and community involvement. This year’s members represent a diverse and passionate group of singers... Read More.