New Year – New Laws

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...

SSI Payments Will come slightly early each month until April

(KFOR) — After an out-of-order month in December, Supplemental Security Income beneficiaries will see a wonky start to 2025 as well. Supplemental Security Income, or SSI, beneficiaries include those with disabilities and older adults with little to no income. In 2025, the maximum monthly payment is $967 for an individual and $1,450 for a couple.

Thunder rout short-handed Grizzlies 130-106, extend win streak to 11

TIM WILLERT Associated Press OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 35 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder won their 11th straight regular-season game, beating the short-handed Memphis Grizzlies 130-106 on Sunday night in a matchup of Western Conference leaders that turned lopsided before halftime. Rookie Ajay Mitchell scored 17 points, Aaron Wiggins contributed 16, and...
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School Board Leaders Recognized in January

Dedicated to public education, school board members across the state are committed to providing every opportunity possible to students in their community. January is School Board Recognition Month, providing local schools and communities the chance to honor Oklahoma’s more than 2,500 elected school board members for their dedication and service.Ponca City currently has five...

DEADLINE TO REQUEST ABSENTEE BALLOT FOR FEBRUARY 11, 2025 ELECTION

Voters in Kay County who want absentee ballots mailed to them for the February 11, 2025, Ponca City Municipal Election should apply now, County Election Board Secretary Carol Leaming said today. Absentee ballots are available to all registered voters, provided they are eligible to vote in the election requested. No excuse is needed to vote...
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Ways To Prepare Your Vehicle For Winter Weather

If you plan on getting out on the roads during  winter weather, it is important to prepare for an emergency. When drivers are on icy roads and winter weather conditions worsen, first responders may stop responding to non-injury accidents. Preparing for that moment is important because you don’t know how long you may be stranded after...

Oklahoma DPS Commissioner to Discuss Operation Guardian With Trump Administration Thursday

OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — The Oklahoma Commissioner of Public Safety says he plans to speak with the Trump administration Thursday about “Operation Guardian.” It’s a program focused on deporting incarcerated illegal immigrants out of the state. Commissioner Tim Tipton says he wants Oklahoma to be prepared to work with the Trump administration, immigration officials, ICE...