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Inmates clear tornado damage to free Oklahoma family stuck for over a week

Saturday, May 31 by The Associated Press

McALESTER, Okla. (AP) — A work crew of incarcerated people cleared the way for a woman and her three children to finally leave their rural Oklahoma property more than a week after a tornado caused widespread damage, state officials said.The crew was still at work on Friday after clearing numerous downed trees on Tuesday... Read More.

Oklahoma legislature to look at veto overrides on bills this week

Tuesday, May 27 by KOKH

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. (KOKH) — After a busy four months, the Oklahoma legislature is entering its final week of session.Senate Pro Tem Lonnie Paxton says the legislature will look at veto overrides this week."It is not easy for an idea to be transformed into a law, and it shouldn't be. It takes a long process... Read More.

Oklahoma Mans Side Hustle Brings in $117,000 a Month Working 1 day a Week

Tuesday, May 27 by CNBC

Legit Kits CEO Mike O’Dell in his side hustle’s Oklahoma City warehouse Mike O’DellFour days per week, nurse anesthetist Mike O’Dell spends his 10-hour shifts sitting in a swivel chair shoved between pieces of towering, whirring operating equipment. He can’t use the bathroom, grab lunch or sip water without asking someone to cover for him, he... Read More.

Meals on Wheels Menu for the Week of 05/26/2025

Sunday, May 25 by Ponca City Now

MEALS ON WHEELS05/2605/2705/2805/2905/30Meals on WheelsChicken EnchiladaRefried BeansMexi RiceTossed SaladDessert Chicken StripsGreen BeansMashed PotatoesCountry GravyDinner RollDessert BBQ SandwichFrench FriesBaked BeansFresh Tossed SaladDessert Beef StroganoffPast NoodlesVegetableDinner RollDessert

Meals on Wheels Menu for the Week of 05/19/2025

Sunday, May 18 by Ponca City Now

MEALS ON WHEELS05/1905/2005/2105/2205/23Meals on WheelsHamburgerOven Fry WedgesBaked BeansDessert Salisbury SteakBrown GravyMashed PotatoesVegetableDinner RollDessert Chicken StripsGreen BeansMashed PotatoesCountry GravyDinner RollDessert MeatloafVegetableCheesy PotatoesTossed SaladDessert Chicken Fried ChickenMashed PotatoesBrown GravyVegetableDinner RollDessert

House Remembers Fallen Law Enforcement Officers During National Police Week

Thursday, May 15 by Ponca City Now

The Oklahoma House of Representatives paused to remember the lives of two Oklahoma law enforcement officers who lost their lives in the line of duty over the past year.The House held a moment of silence in remembrance of Corporal Robert William Sumner, who served with the Oklahoma Department of Corrections, and Brian Keith Herbert,... Read More.

Lawmakers to consider shopping cart theft, food misbranding bills this week in committee

Tuesday, April 15 by KOKH

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. (KOKH) — "I really appreciate the education chairs in both chambers who have been collaboratively working together to come on a consensus, not only on this, but other education bills because there's a lot of conversations," said House Speaker Kyle Hilbert, R-Bristow. "I think the Senate sent us some great ideas. I... Read More.

What to Expect Third Week of Session at the Oklahoma State Capitol

Tuesday, February 18 by KOKH

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. (KOKH) — A shakeup in the Oklahoma State Board of Education, the Oklahoma House passing its first bill of the session and the... Read More.

Winter Less Cold Shelter Activated for the Week in Ponca City

Monday, February 17 by Ponca City Now

Ponca City, OK – Winter Less Cold will be activated for the entirety of this week, ending Friday night. Weather conditions will be monitored to determine if activation will continue through the weekend.“Keeping people alive in extreme weather is a community effort, and we are incredibly grateful for the nonprofits, volunteers, and donors who... Read More.

ICE Arrests Top 4,500 in First Week of Trump’s Crackdown on Illegal Immigration

Thursday, January 30 by TNND

(TNND) — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement announced 969 arrests and 869 detainers in the latest of a series of daily enforcement updates since President Donald Trump took office last week.Over the six days reported so far, ICE and its... Read More.

Gov. Stitt Declares Jan. 26-Feb. 1 as Oklahoma School Choice Week

Monday, January 20 by KOKH

OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLA (KOKH) — Governor Kevin Stitt proclaimed the 12th School Choice Week for Oklahoma.From Jan. 26 to Feb. 1, Oklahoma School Choice Week will hold more than 300 family events.These events include open houses and school tours.Oklahoma School Choice Week coincides with National School Choice Week, a weeklong national celebration of K-12 education."Oklahoma... Read More.

NSU Offers 16-Week Class Focused On Taylor Swift

Tuesday, January 14 by Ponca City Now

Northeastern State University (NSU) in Tahlequah is launching a unique 16-week course dedicated to Taylor Swift. The class, which begins January 13, will explore Swift’s music, influence, and impact on culture. Enrollment is now open for the course, which will be held on the Tahlequah campus. Classes are scheduled for Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. to 10:45... Read More.