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Area Forecast

Thursday, December 19

Today Sunny, with a high near 57. South wind 6 to 11 mph becoming west northwest in the afternoon. Tonight Clear, with a low around 24. North wind 6 to 11 mph. Friday Sunny, with a high near 42. North wind 5 to 11 mph becoming east northeast in the afternoon. Friday Night Mostly clear, with... Read More.

Oklahoma Boy Fundraising To Bring Indoor Fishing Event To Children’s Hospital

Thursday, December 19

A metro boy is raising money with the help of his family to bring an indoor fishing event to an area children’s hospital. 10-year-old Alex Turner was diagnosed with autism at the age of 3. He is homeschooled by his father, Neil, and the pair broadcast their adventures on social media through... Read More.

University of Oklahoma Receives $10M Gift for New Residence Halls at Adamas Center Site

Thursday, December 19

NORMAN, OKLA (KOKH) — The University of Oklahoma has received a $10 million gift towards the construction of two first-year residence halls on the former Adamas Center site. The gift came from the McCasland Foundation and one of the new halls will be named McCasland Hall. “The McCasland Foundation has been an... Read More.

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Gov. Stitt Addresses Unexplained Drone Activity; Announces Plan To Deploy Detection Systems

Tuesday, December 17

TULSA, Okla. – Amid reports of unexplained drone activity across the nation, including in Oklahoma, Governor Kevin Stitt has directed the state to implement measures aimed at monitoring unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). Mysterious drone sightings in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and other East Coast states have led several state and... Read More.

Oklahoma Teen Organizes Largest-Ever 4-H Toy Drive Giveaway, Distributing Over 15,000 Toys

Monday, December 16

MCALESTER, OKLA. (KOKH) — An Oklahoma Teen held the largest-ever 4-H toy giveaway. Reed Marcum, 19, from Pittsburg County, gave away more than 15,000 toys to children and families in need. Marcum and his team of over 100 volunteers distributed toys, clothing, and other essentials to families in a line of vehicles... Read More.

Drummond Issues Warning to Phone Companies That Allowed Robocalls to Bombard Oklahomans

Monday, December 16

OKLAHOMA CITY – Attorney General Gentner Drummond has issued warnings to four voice service provider companies that transmitted suspected illegal robocall traffic on their networks for one or more of their customers. Drummond and 50 other attorneys general who comprise the Anti-Robocall Multistate Litigation Task Force have investigated a variety of... Read More.

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ATM robbery suspects from Houston arrested, face multiple charges in Oklahoma

Monday, December 16

WARR ACRES, OKLA (KOKH) — The Warr Acres Police Department (WAPD) arrested three Houston men for robbing an ATM and beating an employee who was servicing the ATM. According to WAPD, the robbery occurred at approximately 9:26 a.m. on Dec. 11. Officers were dispatched to a Bank of America where the victim... Read More.

Oklahoma Pardon and Parole Board Denies Clemency for Convicted Killer Kevin Underwood

Friday, December 13

OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — The Oklahoma Pardon and Parole Board denied clemency for Kevin Underwood on Friday. He was convicted of murdering 10-year-old Jamie Rose Bolin in 2006 in Purcell. His execution date is set for Dec.... Read More.

YOU’RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN Returns Friday Night at Ponca Playhouse

Friday, December 13

YOU’RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN returns Friday night at Ponca Playhouse! If you haven’t seen it yet, you still have 3 chances to see this joyous, heartwarming show next weekend with friends and family. Get your tickets now at Read More.

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Ponca City Ice on the Plaza Special Events

Friday, December 13

Ice on the Plaza is Ponca City’s state tourism and Oklahoma Main Street award winning holiday attraction. Located at Veterans Plaza, 323 E Grand, in the heart of downtown Ponca City, Ice on the Plaza will feature a synthetic ice skating rink and special nightly events and entertainment for the... Read More.

Open House Saturday at Marland’s Grand Home

Friday, December 13

The Friends of Marland’s Grand Home will host an open house Saturday, December 14. The special event will be held from 10 AM until 2:30 PM at the Marland Grand Home, 1000 East Grand Avenue in Ponca City.Enjoy live music, snacks and Santa and Mrs. Clause will be there. Santa arrives... Read More.

Ohio Politician Proposes Bill To Make Flag Planting A Felony After Fight In Michigan Rivalry Game

Friday, December 13

An Ohio politician has seen enough flag planting by visiting sports teams. Republican state Rep. Josh Williams said Wednesday on social media he’s introducing a bill to make flag planting in sports a felony in the state. His proposal comes after the Nov. 30 fight at the Michigan-Ohio State rivalry football... Read More.

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Area Forecast

Oklahoma Boy Fundraising To Bring Indoor Fishing Event To Children’s Hospital

University of Oklahoma Receives $10M Gift for New Residence Halls at Adamas Center Site

Gov. Stitt Addresses Unexplained Drone Activity; Announces Plan To Deploy Detection Systems

Oklahoma Teen Organizes Largest-Ever 4-H Toy Drive Giveaway, Distributing Over 15,000 Toys

Drummond Issues Warning to Phone Companies That Allowed Robocalls to Bombard Oklahomans

ATM robbery suspects from Houston arrested, face multiple charges in Oklahoma

Oklahoma Pardon and Parole Board Denies Clemency for Convicted Killer Kevin Underwood

YOU’RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN Returns Friday Night at Ponca Playhouse

Ponca City Ice on the Plaza Special Events

Open House Saturday at Marland’s Grand Home

Ohio Politician Proposes Bill To Make Flag Planting A Felony After Fight In Michigan Rivalry Game

Upcoming Events

Galentines Event at Dandelane Boutique

Ponca City Monthly Fly-In Breakfast

Valentine’s Craft Fair at the Ponca City RecPlex

Ponca City Father/Daughter Dance

Bookish Bingo Board Night at Brace Books & More