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Thunder bounce back to rout Knicks 126-101 in first game since end of 15-game win streak

Saturday, January 11 by Ponca City Now

By BRIAN MAHONEY AP Basketball WriterNEW YORK (AP) — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 39 points in 29 minutes, and the Oklahoma City Thunder emphatically bounced back to rout the New York Knicks 126-101 on Friday night in the first game since their 15-game winning streak was snapped.Isaiah Joe added 23 of his 31 points in...

Federal probe of 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre says ‘no avenue’ for criminal case in connection to attack

Saturday, January 11 by Ponca City Now

By SEAN MURPHY Associated Press OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — The first-ever U.S. Justice Department review of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre concluded on Friday that while federal prosecution may have been possible a century ago there is no longer an avenue to bring a criminal case more than 100 years after one of the worst...

Jimmy Carter Honored At State Funeral In Washington, D.C.

Thursday, January 9 by Ponca City Now

WASHINGTON –The state funeral for former President Jimmy Carter took place at the

Diana Morris Watkins Presidential Investiture set for Jan. 14 at NOC Tonkawa

Wednesday, January 8 by Ponca City Now

The investiture for Diana Morris Watkins, the 15th president for Northern Oklahoma College, will be held Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025, in the Kinzer Performing Arts Center on the Northern Oklahoma College Tonkawa campus at 3 p.m. Watkins assumed the NOC presidency on June 1, 2024. “This ceremony is a chance to celebrate the rich traditions of...

Hundreds Rally At State Capitol Against Green Energy Initiatives

Wednesday, January 8 by Ponca City Now

Attorney General Gentner Drummond and several Republican lawmakers spoke at the State Capitol Tuesday morning as part of a rally hosted by the Freedom Brigade. Hundreds of attendees were at the rally, which began at 9:30 a.m. on the second floor of the Capitol. Event organizers say they aimed to send a clear message to Governor Kevin Stitt that green...

Police Logs 01/07/2025

Wednesday, January 8 by Ponca City Now

Ponca City Crime Stoppers Anyone wishing to send an anonymous tip online to any crime in Ponca City can do so at

Ponca City Main Street Community Survey

Wednesday, January 8 by Ponca City Now

Ponca City Main Street is conducting a community survey, and we want to hear from YOU!Your feedback is invaluable as we shape the future of our downtown. Whether it’s events, businesses, or improvements, your voice will help guide our program’s direction over the next 3-5 years.

‘Crossbow Killer’ Convicted Of Murdering Tulsa Woman In 1982 Up For Parole Again

Wednesday, January 8 by Ponca City Now

TULSA, Okla. –A Green Country family is fighting to keep a killer behind bars.Jimmie Stohler is known as the “Crossbow Killer” and he’s up for parole again. He was convicted in connection with the murder of

House Elects Speaker, Speaker Pro Tempore

Wednesday, January 8 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – On Tuesday the Oklahoma House of Representatives elected Rep. Kyle Hilbert, R-Bristow, as Speaker of the House and Rep. Anthony Moore, R-Clinton, as Speaker Pro-Tempore for the 60th Legislature. “I am excited and deeply humbled to serve the state of Oklahoma in this capacity,” said...

Police Logs 01/06/2025

Tuesday, January 7 by Ponca City Now

Ponca City Crime Stoppers Anyone wishing to send an anonymous tip online to any crime in Ponca City can do so at

CHRISTMAS TREE RECYCLING

Tuesday, January 7 by Ponca City Now

What do you do with that Christmas tree once your Holiday is over? Well, how about bringing it to the Christmas Tree Recycling area. This unique recycling opportunity is located on West Prospect Avenue across the street from the Recycling Center.Beginning December 23, 2024, the Christmas Tree Recycling area will be open for the...

EMSA Shares Cold Weather Safety Tips

Tuesday, January 7 by Ponca City Now

TULSA, OKLA. (KTUL) — Dangerously cold temperatures in Green Country, paramedics say to look out for frostbite and hypothermia. “Frostbite can cause numbness and discoloration in fingers and toes and other exposed areas. That’s why we recommend those hats, gloves, and other items to protect yourself. And then hypothermia symptoms are more severe, and those...