Government shutdown enters third week, deepening uncertainty for federal workers

WASHINGTON (TNND) — The government shutdown is heading into its third week, continuing to create uncertainty for hundreds of thousands of federal workers who are already furloughed without pay amid the stubborn stalemate in Congress.Vice President JD Vance on Sunday said there will be deeper cuts to the federal workforce the longer the government shutdown... Read More.

Ponca City School Menus for the Week of 10/13/2025

EAST MID HIGH10/1310/1410/1510/1610/17LunchHamburgerCheese, American SliceBroccoli w/CheeseBaked BeansFresh Fruit Chicken Cheese CrispitoChicken TamaleRefried BeansTossed SaladRanch DressingFresh Fruit Chicken StripMashed PotatoesCountry GravyGreen BeansWheat Dinner RollFresh Fruit Mac & CheeseChicken ParmesanMixed VegetablesTossed SaladRanch DressingFresh FruitMeals on WheelsHamburgerBaked BeansOven Fry WedgesDessert MeatloafVegetableScalloped PotatoesDinner RollDessert Chicken StripGreen BeansMashed PotatoesCountry GravyDinner RollDessert Chicken ParmesanVegetableTossed SaladDinner RollDessertMenus may change and are subject to availability. We offer Assorted Salads, Sandwiches, 100%... Read More.
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PCPS Homecoming Parade is Wednesday, Alumni Invited to Perform This week

Po-Hi Band alumni are invited to join the Band for Homecoming festivities this week. Alumni are welcome to participate in:- Marching in the Homecoming Parade on Wednesday, October 8, 2025 - Performing with the Band in the Coronation Ceremony on Friday, October 10, 2025 - Performing with the Band in the stands at the Homecoming football game... Read More.

Ponca City School Menus for the Week of 10/06/2025

EAST MID HIGH10/0610/0710/0810/0910/10LunchChicken Patty SandwichSweet Potato FriesMexi BeansTossed SaladFresh Fruit Soft TacosTaco BurgerRefried BeansTossed SaladGrape TomatoesFresh Fruit Popcorn ChickenMashed PotatoesGreen BeansWheat Dinner RollFresh Fruit Steak FingersCheese RavioliGarlic BreadCalifornia Blend VeggiesTossed SaladFresh Fruit Pizza PocketBroccoliCornFresh FruitMeals on WheelsChicken AlfredoBroccoliGarlic BreadDessert Beef StroganoffMashed PotatoesBrown GravyVegetableDinner RollDessert Chicken StripsGreen BeansMashed PotatoesCountry GravyDinner RollDessert Stuffed Green PepperVegetableTossed SaladDinner RollDessert Chicken Fried ChickenCountry GravyVegetableMashed PotatoesDessertMenus may change and are... Read More.

Standing Bear Pow-Wow This week

The Standing Bear Powwow, hosted by the six north-central tribes of Oklahoma, is held the last Friday and Saturday of September, this year on September 26-27. It features inter-tribal dancing, exhibition dancing, contest dancing, tiny tot contests and the crowning of the Standing Bear Princess. Visitors will also find a variety of arts and... Read More.
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Family Fun Night at the RecPlex Next Week, Free Movie Tonight

Family Fun Night is from 5-8 pm September 27 at the Ponca City Rec Plex at 1604 E Grand.Kids and adults can enjoy extended hours in the pool, trampoline, climbing wall, and roller skating in the gym, basketball games on the big screen TVs, air hockey, Fortnite and Madden tournaments on the PS5... Read More.

Ponca City High School Welcomes Students for Schedule Pick-Up

Ponca City High School is pleased to announce the schedule pick-up days for the 2025‑2026 school year: Monday, August 11 Seniors and Juniors may pick up their schedules from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 12 Freshmen and Sophomores are invited to collect their schedules from: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.... Read More.

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

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.
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Oklahoma legislature to look at veto overrides on bills this week

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.

House Remembers Fallen Law Enforcement Officers During National Police Week

 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.