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Got Beef? Advocates, Experts Weigh in Amid Debate Over Cultivated Meat Products

Monday, March 31 by KOKH

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. (KOKH) — As Oklahoma lawmakers consider proposals regarding cultivated meat, industry experts and advocates are weighing in on the potential impact on consumers and traditional ranching.Michael Kelsey, executive vice president of the Oklahoma Cattlemen's Association, emphasized the importance of consumer awareness."Beef, it is truly what's for dinner. It's also what's for lunch... Read More.

E-ZPass scam: How to Protect Yourself From “Smishing” and Other Types of fraud

Monday, March 31 by News 9

OKLAHOMA CITY -Texting scams have become commonplace for nearly all cell phone owners, but a recent nationwide scam involving E-ZPass has caught the country's attention. The texts employ the practice of "smishing," which is when scammers impersonate a reputable company or government agency to trick people into giving up their personal information or money via... Read More.

Ponca City Police Asking Public’s Help Locating Two Violent Robbery Suspects.

Friday, March 28 by Ponca City Now-PCPD

On March 25th, PCPD officers responded to a robbery at Willow Springs Park. During the unprovoked attack, the victim was brutally assaulted, pistol-whipped, and had his vehicle stolen. Due to the severity of his injuries, the victim was transported to a hospital in Oklahoma City for further treatment and surgery for a broken jaw,... Read More.

Drummond Lauds State Senate Passage of Critical Cybersecurity Bill

Friday, March 28 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma State Senate Thursday passed Senate Bill 626 requiring businesses to report any security breaches to the Attorney General’s Office if personal information is exposed. Authored by Sen. Brent Howard and Rep. John Pfeiffer, the measure is designed to strengthen cybersecurity protections and enhance the state’s ability to investigate and... Read More.

Joe Jolly Named to Coach NOC Enid Lady Jets Soccer

Friday, March 28 by Ponca City Now

Joe Jolly has been named as the NOC Enid Lady Jets soccer coach.NOC Athletic Director Alan Foster announced the hiring this week.Jolly comes to NOC Enid from Arizona Christian University in Glendale, Arizona, where he was associate head coach and recruiting coordinator for the men’s soccer program.“I am very excited to become the next... Read More.

Oklahoma Bill on Wind Turbine Proximity to Homes Advances Off of House Floor

Friday, March 28 by KOKH

Oklahoma City, Okla. (KOKH) — A bill aiming to regulate how close wind turbines in certain counties in Oklahoma can be to someone's home is moving forward. Affected counties would have to have a certain population density and average wind speed.Lawmakers are looking at the issue this session in an effort to address safety, health... Read More.

Honoring First Responders and Advancing Policy

Friday, March 28 by Ponca City Now

By Rep. Ty Burns, R-PawneeOklahoma is no stranger to wildfires, but each time they strike, our communities come together in remarkable ways. The recent fires across our district have taken a heavy toll, and my heart goes out to those who have lost homes, property, lives and livelihoods. In the face of destruction, I... Read More.

Residue From Human Waste Has Long Been Used as Farm Fertilizer in Oklahoma. Some Neighbors in State Hate it

Friday, March 28 by AP

WELLSTON, Okla. (AP) — When Leslie Stewart moved to her home in a rural expanse of Lincoln County outside of Oklahoma City more than 20 years ago, she thought she’d found a slice of heaven. In a town of fewer than 700 people, her son could attend a good school and her acreage offered... Read More.

Ponca Politics Friday

Thursday, March 27 by Ponca City Now

Legislative Breakfast in Blackwell

Thursday, March 27 by Ponca City Now

Join others for breakfast at Mary's Grill, March 28, 2025 at 7:30AM.Meet your state legislators, hear about legislative measures, and discuss their impacts on the community.

Bill Clinton to speak at Remembrance Ceremony for 30th anniversary of OKC bombing

Thursday, March 27 by News 9

Former President Bill Clinton will attend the 30th Remembrance Ceremony of the Oklahoma City bombing, serving as the keynote speaker, Kari Watkins, President and CEO of the Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum, confirmed."We are honored to have President Clinton back," Watkins said. "He’s been back several times and we’re honored that he wants... Read More.

Bedlam Football in the Spring? Oklahoma State Coach Mike Gundy Suggests Scrimmage Against Sooners

Thursday, March 27 by News 6

STILLWATER, Okla. -One of the biggest college football topics in 2025 has been the future of spring football. Several college football programs have canceled their traditional spring games for the 2025 season, citing various reasons such as stadium renovations, player development priorities, and concerns over transfer portal tampering. Notably, 19 Power Four programs have opted... Read More.