Beverly Cantrell, Author at Ponca City Now

Education bills filed after OU Bible essay controversy clear first hurdle

Thursday, February 12 by News 9

OKLAHOMA CITY - Newly filed bills hoping to change higher education in Oklahoma after the viral fallout of a failed Bible essay are one step closer to becoming law. House Bill 3700, filed by Rep. Chad Caldwell (R-Enid), would require higher education institutions to grade students solely based... Read More.

Hamilton Bill to Prohibit Underage Marriage Clears Judiciary Committee

Thursday, February 12 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Senate Judiciary Committee unanimously approved legislation by Senator Warren Hamilton, R-McCurtain, to prohibit marriage under the age of 18 in the State of Oklahoma. Senate Bill 504 eliminates current provisions in state law that allow 16- and 17-year-olds to marry with parental consent. “Though nearing adulthood, the fact remains that these are... Read More.

Trump administration briefly closes El Paso airspace and blames Mexican cartel drones

Thursday, February 12 by AP

EL PASO, Texas (AP) — Federal officials abruptly closed the airspace over El Paso, Texas, for several hours early Wednesday due to what the Trump administration said was Mexican cartel drone activity, temporarily grounding flights and angering local officials who said they were given no advanced warning. The Federal Aviation Administration originally announced... Read More.

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First Week of Session by Rep. John Pfeiffer

Wednesday, February 11 by Ponca City Now

The Second Regular Session of the 60th Legislature started Feb. 2. The House and Senate convened a joint session to hear the annual State of the State address from Gov. Kevin Stitt. This will be his last as he's term limited after serving two four-year terms. While the governor shared his priorities, it will be... Read More.

Man who says he was person of interest in Nancy Guthrie’s abduction released

Wednesday, February 11 by CBS News

What to know about the search for Nancy Guthrie A man says he was detained in the kidnapping of Nancy Guthrie and has been released. The man, who only wanted to be identified as Carlos, told reporters early Wednesday, “I didn’t do anything. ... I’m innocent.” The Pima County Sheriff’s Department in Arizona said... Read More.

Ponca City High School to Host Incoming Freshmen Information Meeting

Wednesday, February 11 by Ponca City Now

Katie Parr-Ponca City High School will host an information meeting for parents and guardians of incoming freshmen on Thursday, February 19, from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. in the school commons. Families should enter through the main doors of the high school. This meeting is designed to provide parents with important information to help support their... Read More.

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New cell therapy could offer cure to Oklahomans with advanced Melanoma

Wednesday, February 11 by News 9

OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center says it is the only site in Oklahoma that offers a new cell therapy to treat advanced melanoma. Tumor-infiltrating lymphocyte therapy, or TIL therapy, uses a patient’s own immune cells to fight cancer, the Stephenson Cancer Center explained. “We got on-boarded to do it just recently, a month or two ago.... Read More.

𝐎𝐬𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐧 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐫𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐀𝐠𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐧

Wednesday, February 11 by Ponca City Now-OCSO

𝗦𝗮𝗺𝗺𝘆 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗲𝗹 𝗞𝗲𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗴 has accepted a plea deal on multiple felony charges following a comprehensive criminal investigation and successful prosecution. The defendant was charged with of six counts of Lewd Molestation, First-Degree Rape of a victim under 14, Forcible Sodomy, and Lewd or Indecent Acts to a Child Under 16. The plea deal will send... Read More.

Maynard AI Safeguards Pass First Committee

Wednesday, February 11 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – The House Government Modernization and Technology Committee on Monday unanimously passed two bills intended to safeguard Oklahomans when artificial intelligence (AI) is used. Rep. Cody Maynard, R-Durant, is the chairman of the committee and the author of House Bill 3545 and House Bill 3546. The measures seek to ensure state... Read More.

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Officials say person of interest in Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance detained in Arizona

Wednesday, February 11 by CBS News

What to know about the search for Nancy Guthrie Two law enforcement sources tell CBS News that the Pima County Sheriff’s Department have detained a person of interest in connection with the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie. Guthrie, 84, the mother of “Today” show co-host Savannah Guthrie, has been missing since Feb.... Read More.

Suspect Arrested After Crashing Into Home in Ponca City

Tuesday, February 10 by Ponca City Now-PCPD

Shortly before 4:30 this morning, PCPD Officers responded to the area of Lake Ponca when a caller stated a civilian vehicle, believed to be a silver Dodge Challenger, was at the lake with a fake siren and emergency lights. The caller believed the occupants were attempting to impersonate a law enforcement vehicle by utilizing... Read More.

Marland’s Grand Home Chocolate Tea Sunday

Tuesday, February 10 by Ponca City Now

Join Marland's Grand Home for a Chocolate Tea on Sunday Feb 15. The event is open to everyone. Enjoy chocolate-themed treats along with traditional favorites in a beautiful setting. The event begins at 4pm doors open at 3:30. Reservations and tickets are required. Call 580-767-0427 for details and to purchase tickets. For those not fond... Read More.