Owasso Public Schools unveils plan for safer campuses and upgrades without raising taxes

OWASSO, OKLA (KTUL) — Owasso Public Schools has finalized a community-developed plan to provide safer schools and updated facilities.According to OPS, the plan to expand academics and extra-curricular activities comes to the community without a tax increase."We've listened to input and made revisions that reflect what matters most to Owasso residents," said Dr. Margaret Coates,... Read More.

Plan for Level I Trauma Center in Eastern Oklahoma Moves Forward

Legislation formalizes public-private partnership between Saint Francis Health System and OSU Medical Authority OKLAHOMA CITY - For far too long, northeast Oklahoma has lacked access to a Level I Trauma Center for both adult and pediatric patients. That is now set to change, thanks to critical legislative action and a landmark partnership between Saint Francis... Read More.

House GOP Adopts Trump Budget Plan After Conservatives Fold

WASHINGTON -The House on Thursday adopted a budget blueprint for President Trump's agenda after Republican leaders scrambled to convince GOP holdouts who want deeper spending cuts to back it.The resolution was adopted in a 216-214 vote, with two Republicans — Reps. Thomas Massie of Kentucky and Victoria Spartz of Indiana — joining all Democrats... Read More.
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Colder Weather is Coming Plan Ahead, Be Prepared

Forecast-COLD!! The Utility Maintenance Department would like to help prevent costly plumbing repairs or damage to your home. The forecast predicting extremely cold weather and low wind chills causes lots of water issues and hopefully following these tips will help! 1. If you have had problems with frozen pipes in the past, keep a trickle of... Read More.

FDA to Cut Nicotine From Cigarettes, in Plan First Floated Under Trump

WASHINGTON — The Food and Drug Administration is moving to cut out addictive nicotine from cigarettes, according to a long-awaited proposed regulation released Wednesday.The rule aims to force the nearly 12% of Americans still using combustible tobacco products to switch to less dangerous alternatives, like vaping electronic cigarettes or using nicotine lozenges, or quit... Read More.
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Plan Ahead For Cold Weather so You Can be Prepared

Forecast-COLD!! The Utility Maintenance Department would like to help prevent costly plumbing repairs or damage to your home. The forecast predicting extremely cold weather and low wind chills causes lots of water issues and hopefully following these tips will help! 1. If you have had problems with frozen pipes in the past, keep a trickle of... Read More.

Gov. Stitt Addresses Unexplained Drone Activity; Announces Plan To Deploy Detection Systems

TULSA, Okla. –Amid reports of unexplained drone activity across the nation, including in Oklahoma, Governor Kevin Stitt has directed the state to implement measures aimed at monitoring unmanned aircraft systems (UAS).Mysterious drone sightings in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and other East Coast states have led several state and federal to call for answers... Read More.

Oklahoma State Department of Health Seeking Input for Development of Child Abuse Prevention Plan

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma State Department of Health’s Office of Child Abuse Prevention is seeking input from private and public agencies, organizations, citizens and consumers to monitor and enhance development of a comprehensive, statewide child abuse prevention plan.OCAP requests input from individuals, both parents and professionals, who can provide feedback by completing a brief,... Read More.
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City Of Ponca City Leaf Collection Plan

The City of Ponca City will begin Autumn Leaf Collection on November 14, 2022 and end on January 22, 2023. The City is asking that residents who wish to have their leaves removed please follow these guidelines.• Residents are asked to bag their leaves if possible. Bagged leaves placed in the regular refuse collection... Read More.

Survey up for City of Ponca City’s Hazard Mitigation Plan

The City of Ponca City is updating their Hazard Mitigation Plan to continue to recognize and meet those dangers, but the city needs your help. Please follow the link below or use your smartphone to scan the QR code and take about 5 minutes to complete a confidential and anonymous survey to let the... Read More.