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Former Disability Services Director Indicted for Embezzlement

Monday, March 3

OKLAHOMA CITY – The former executive director of a company that provides community living services for vulnerable adults with disabilities faces two felony counts after a Multi-County Grand Jury investigation. The indictment was unsealed today. Freedom Anderson, 46, worked as the executive director at Brightway Community Living. Between August 2022... Read More.

Federal Offices Closing Across Oklahoma Under Trump Cost-Cutting Plan

Monday, March 3

OKLAHOMA CITY -Nearly a dozen locations of federal offices in Oklahoma have fallen under the sights of President Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency, led by tech billionaire Elon Musk.According to the agency’s website, 8 federal agency offices in 9 cities across Oklahoma are closing... Read More.

WATER EMERGENCY UPDATE – AFTERNOON BRIEFING

Saturday, March 1

Tonkawa reports their water system held nominal levels overnight and throughout this morning. Water officials continue to monitor the system, and are seeing stable usage and demand levels. Even with this morning’s moderate usage, there has been no negative impact on our system’s ability to maintain water levels and pressure.NORMAL... Read More.

Ponca City High School Symphonic Orchestra Earns Superior Ratings

Friday, February 28

The Ponca City High School Symphonic Orchestra earned straight superior ratings on stage and in sight-reading Wednesday afternoon at the OSSAA State Orchestra Contest held at Edmond Santa Fe High School. Since the orchestra received superior ratings at their fall contest, the group has earned the OSSAA Sweepstakes Award.... Read More.

Ponca City Development Authority & Ponca City Public Schools Partner for Internship & Career Fair on March 27th

Friday, February 28

The Ponca City Development Authority (PCDA) and Ponca City Public Schools (PCPS) are proud to announce the upcoming Internship & Career Fair, taking place on March 27th from 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM in the East Gym at Ponca City High School. This event is designed to connect 10th-12th... Read More.

Shelley Arrott Named Roastee for the 2025 Pioneer Tech Foundation Dinner and Roast

Friday, February 28

Ponca City, OK----- The 2025 Pioneer Technology Center (PTC) Foundation Dinner and Roast will take place on April 10, honoring Shelley Arrott, a lifelong educator and dedicated Ponca City community leader. Arrott, known for her outstanding service in public education and her commitment to local organizations, will be the... Read More.

Republican Lawmakers Look for Ways to Weaken State Judges

Friday, February 28

TOPEKA, Kansas (AP) — Measures in several state legislatures this year have called for new approaches to weaken the power of judges.One would abandon a centuries-old precedent that courts can decide whether laws are constitutional. Another would change how judges are selected.Tension between the courts and other branches of... Read More.

University Center Announces New Scholarships for Concurrent Students

Thursday, February 27

On Wednesday the University Center announced new scholarships for concurrent students for the 2025-2026 school year. Even though tuition for concurrent students is waived by the State of Oklahoma, the cost of fees is the responsibility of students and their families.Because the fees are approximately $100 per credit hour,... Read More.

State Revenue Figures Released

Thursday, February 27

by Rep. John PfeifferThe state Board of Equalization met Feb. 14 giving us a bit of a let-down Valentine's Day present.The board certified the Legislature will have the authority to appropriate up to $12.3 billion toward the Fiscal Year 2026 state budget. This is about $1.1 billion less than... Read More.

Thunder bounce back from stunning collapse with fourth-quarter blitz to beat the Nets 129-121

Thursday, February 27

NEW YORK -Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 27 points, Chet Holmgren had 22 points and 17 rebounds, and the Oklahoma City Thunder rebounded from a stunning collapse with a game-changing blitz in the fourth quarter to beat the Brooklyn Nets 129-121 on Wednesday night.Aaron Wiggins added 24 points and Jalen... Read More.

VOTER REGISTRATION DEADLINE APPROACHES

Thursday, February 27

March 7, 2025 is the last day to apply for voter registration in order to be eligible to vote in the April 1, 2025 up coming Elections for, Ponca City School Board member seat #5, Blackwell School Board member Seat #5, City of Kaw City Councilmember Ward # 1,... Read More.

Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman and his wife found dead in their New Mexico home

Thursday, February 27

Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman, his wife and their dog were found dead in their New Mexico home Wednesday, authorities said.Foul play was not suspected, but authorities did not release the circumstances of their deaths and said an investigation was ongoing.Santa Fe County Sheriff’s deputies found Hackman, his wife Betsy... Read More.