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Changes Beginning January 6 at PCPS

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On January 6, 2025, Ponca City Public Schools will begin automated calls to parents/guardians of students who are marked absent during the school day, and no communication was made from parent/guardians about the absence to the school. The automated calls will begin at 3pm each day.This service will be conducted through a new application,... Read More.

​Santa Buck Giveaway Happens Thursday

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Shop thru Dec. 19th, 2024 at participating merchants to receive a ticket, and increase your chances to win $5,000 in Santa Bucks plus a chance at three $1,000 prizes and four $500 prizes! The Winning Tickets will be drawn starting at 7 p.m., Thursday, December 19th, 2024. To win this year you will listen to... Read More.
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Moore Norman Tech Program Fuels Oklahoma’s Film Industry Growth

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MOORE, Okla. –As Oklahoma’s film industry continues to flourish, a program at the Moore Norman Technology Center (MNTC) is preparing the next generation of creative talent.MNTC’s Digital Cinema Production program provides students with hands-on experience in all facets of media production, from editing and filming to crew management. Instructors emphasize industry certifications, such as Adobe... Read More.

NOC Dedicates Yatika Starr Fields’ Murals

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Three sets of murals, created by Osage artist Yatika Starr Fields, were dedicated Wednesday at Northern Oklahoma College Tonkawa’s Cultural Engagement Center.The murals, located in the CEC and the Pickens Learning Commons, encompass over 5,000 square feet.Fields was commissioned by Hugh Pickens to create the murals as part of the existing art collection in... Read More.

Christmas Spectacular: ONE MAGICAL NIGHT at Poncan Theater

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The Christmas Spectacular: ONE MAGICAL NIGHT, a pro-am benefit show featuring local and professional talent coming from as far away as Branson, MO, will be held at the Poncan Theater on Dec 21 at the Poncan Theater at 104 East Grand at 7:30 pm. PERFECT FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY. All artists and technicians are donating their... Read More.
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Oklahoma AG dismisses assault charge against officer who slammed 71-year-old man to the ground

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By SEAN MURPHY Associated Press OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Oklahoma’s Republican attorney general dismissed a felony assault charge on Friday against a police officer who slammed a 71-year-old man to the ground, breaking his neck, during an argument over a traffic ticket. Gentner Drummond announced that he had intervened in the case and dismissed the aggravated... Read More.
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Tulsa defeats NAIA-member Southwestern Christian 96-63

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By The Associated PressTULSA, Okla. (AP) — Tyshawn Archie had 18 points in Tulsa’s 96-63 win over NAIA-member Southwestern Christian on Saturday night.Archie also added five rebounds for the Golden Hurricane (6-7). Ian Smikle scored 15 points while going 6 of 7 and 3 of 4 from the free-throw line. Keaston Willis shot 4... Read More.

New Year – New Laws

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OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — The new year means new laws. On January 1st, seven new bills will become law across Oklahoma. When the clock strikes midnight on New Year’s Day, Oklahomans will see changes in state law, including expanded voting rights, new healthcare protections, and additional benefits for first responders. Here’s a breakdown of each law... Read More.
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