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Russian strikes on Ukraine escalate, 20 dead as US halts intelligence sharing

Saturday, March 8

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russia launched heavy aerial attacks on Ukraine for a second night Saturday after the United States stopped sharing satellite images with the Ukrainian government, officials said. At least 20 people have been killed.The U.S. decision to withhold intelligence and military aid came on the heels of... Read More.

OCSO Seeks Public Help in Bluestem Lake Homicide Case; Suspect in Custody

Saturday, March 8

Update: The victim is an adultOSAGE COUNTY, OKLA (KTUL) — Deputies with the Osage County Sheriff's Office (OCSO) responded to a reported shooting at Bluestem Lake.The incident occurred during a juvenile birthday party.According to OCSO, alcohol was present at the party.Caleb Andrews, also known as “Laylo,” was identified as a... Read More.

Osage County Sheriff’s Office Investigating Juvenile Homicide Near Pawhuska Saturday

Saturday, March 8

NOC to Honor Distinguished Alums March 29

Friday, March 7

Northern Oklahoma College alumni Marcus Chapman, Dineo Heilmann, and Marshall Reigh will be inducted into the NOC Distinguished Alumni Hall of Fame March 29 at NOC Tonkawa.The three inductees will be honored in ceremonies during the NOC Alumni and Friends Reunion Dinner in the Renfro Center at NOC Tonkawa... Read More.

House Approves Moore Bill Expanding Oklahoma’s Promise to Children of Teachers

Friday, March 7

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma House of Representatives has approved a measure by Speaker Pro Tempore Anthony Moore, R-Clinton, that would give the children of longtime public school teachers access to the Oklahoma's Promise scholarship.House Bill 1727 would waive the scholarship's financial eligibility requirements for children of a... Read More.

House Votes to Censure Rep. Al Green After Disrupting Trump’s Address to Congress

Friday, March 7

WASHINGTON (TNND) — The House voted to censure Rep. Al Green, D-Texas, on Thursday after he repeatedly disrupted President Donald Trump's joint address to Congress.The resolution was adopted in a 224-198 vote. Ten Democrats voted to... Read More.

Ponca City Cheer Clinics, Tryouts This Month

Thursday, March 6

Ponca City Cheer Clinics for 7th – 12th grade are March 25 thru March 28 from 6:30 to 7:30 am in the Po-Hi Cheer Gym.Ponca City Cheer tryouts for 7th – 12th grade will be held March 31 in the Cheer Gym at Po-HI.A Mandatory meeting will be held... Read More.

Newsweek Names Stillwater Medical as World’s Best Hospital for 5 Consecutive Years

Thursday, March 6

Five years in a row, Newsweek, one of the nation’s leading magazines, has ranked Stillwater Medical among the World’s Best Hospitals, achieving special recognition as the No. 1 hospital in Oklahoma for patient experience in 2025.“It is incredible to see how our commitment to excellence provides positive outcomes... Read More.

Audit of Oklahoma State University Finds Mismanagement of $41 Million in State Funds

Thursday, March 6

TULSA, Okla. -An audit report released on Wednesday by the Office of Internal Audit at Oklahoma Agricultural and Mechanical Colleges Board of Regents has found significant issues in the allocation and management of legislatively appropriated funds at Oklahoma State University.The audit concluded that a total of $41 million in state... Read More.

Education Department Executive Order Could be Issued as Soon as Thursday

Thursday, March 6

WASHINGTON -President Trump is expected to issue an executive order as soon as Thursday directing Education Secretary Linda McMahon to start the process of dissolving the Education Department, CBS News confirmed. Sources confirm the details of a Wall Street Journal... Read More.

Three Finalists for the 2026 Ponca City Teacher of the Year Announced

Thursday, March 6

Congratulations to the three finalists for the 2026 Ponca City Teacher of the Year. Finalists include Lorrie Layton (East Middle School), Jill Klein (Po-Hi) and Irene Sanchez (Lincoln Elementary).The TOY celebration will be held March 27. The reception will be from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Commons and the ceremony... Read More.

Diamond Rio to Perform at NOC Renfro Lectureship Program April 3

Thursday, March 6

Diamond Rio will be performing at Northern Oklahoma College for the spring Renfro Lectureship Series on April 3. Tickets go on sale March 11. (photo by Robby Klein)The popular country and western group Diamond Rio will perform at Northern Oklahoma College on Thursday, April 3, as part of the... Read More.