There's something for everyone this weekend!
FRIDAY NIGHT – LADIES NIGHT! Kick off the weekend after work with Ladies Night in downtown Ponca City, sponsored by Read More.
Labor Day weekend travelers are looking to make the most of the unofficial end of summer, with AAA booking data showing strong demand for domestic and international destinations. Travel costs are higher in several categories compared with last year, while AAA and transportation experts recommend planning ahead and avoiding peak traffic times.
Drivers should plan... Read More.
A small boat sails past cargo ships and other commercial vessels anchored in the Strait of Hormuz off Bandar Abbas, Iran, Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2026. (Amirhosein Khorgooi/ISNA via AP, File)
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The United Arab Emirates said it intercepted an Iranian drone over its waters Monday, an attack that comes after... Read More.
Ponca City remains in an active weather pattern this week with additional chances for thunderstorms.
-Tuesday: Strong to severe storms are possible late afternoon into overnight. Main concerns include damaging winds and hail.
-Wednesday: Additional strong to severe storms are possible late afternoon through the evening, with large hail and damaging winds the primary concerns.
-Thursday–Saturday: Storm... Read More.
Take a chance..." on MAMMA MIA! at Ponca Playhouse this weekend! The show continues Thursday through Saturday and we know you're going to fall in love!
MAMMA MIA! is a non-stop singing, dancing, rip-roaring good time that's as full of heart as it is of lush ABBA pop hits and you don't want to miss... Read More.
Ponca City will see very warm and dry conditions through the weekend, creating an increasing fire risk across our area. The Ponca City Police Dept. has tips to stay safe.
***What to expect:
• Highs climbing into the upper 80s and low 90s
• Very low humidity (10–15%)
• Gusty winds, especially this weekend
• No rain in the... Read More.
By TIM REYNOLDS AP Basketball Writer
(AP) — Chris Paul, the “Point God” who was a 12-time All-Star selection and two-time Olympic gold medalist, announced his retirement on Friday in the capper of a 21-season career that will surely merit induction into the Basketball Hall of Fame.
The 40-year-old Paul made the announcement on the first... Read More.
OKLAHOMA CITY — Rep. Kevin Norwood, R-Owasso, has filed legislation to create a temporary sales tax exemption on fireworks as Oklahoma and the nation prepare to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States.
House Bill 4093 would establish a four-day, tax-free period for the sale of fireworks beginning at 12:01 a.m. July 2.... Read More.
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Oklahoma's 2025 Sales Tax holiday is coming up, but several Oklahomans may have questions about how this will impact their purchases.
With back-to-school right around the corner, many parents are also looking to get some last-minute shopping done before the first day of classes.
SEE ALSO: How Oklahoma families can save on back-to-school shopping
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Prepare for a trifecta of excitement in downtown Ponca City!
Our Crazy Days retail event is once again paired with Oklahoma's tax-free weekend and the Ponca City Arts and Humanities Council's Down by Downtown concert series! Immerse yourself in a weekend of commerce and community as our vibrant downtown streets transform into a hub of... Read More.
TULSA, OKLA (KTUL) — We are days away from this year's July Fourth weekend. As families prepare to head out to our lakes and rivers, authorities want to remind everyone to stay safe on the water—especially after a concerning number of fatalities over the past few years.
Fun on the water in the hot sun,... Read More.