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Michigan Mother Arrested for Abandoning Kids in Home for Over 4 Years, Sheriff Says

Tuesday, February 18

PONTIAC, Mich. (WXYZ) - Three Michigan kids were found in deplorable living conditions after police say their mother abandoned them years ago. The woman, who was not publicly identified by the sheriff’s office because she shares the same name as one of her children, was arrested last Friday. “Everybody is upset... Read More.

Watch Ponca City Basketball @ Westmoore

Monday, February 17

The Cats are away against Westmoore. If you can’t make it to the games in person, we’ll have live streaming video available here with Jordan Woodruff’s broadcast audio from 100.7FM KPNC. Pregame coverage will begin at approximately 5:45pm, with tipoff scheduled at 6:00.https://www.poncacitynow.com/tv

Winter Less Cold Shelter Activated for the Week in Ponca City

Monday, February 17

Ponca City, OK – Winter Less Cold will be activated for the entirety of this week, ending Friday night. Weather conditions will be monitored to determine if activation will continue through the weekend.“Keeping people alive in extreme weather is a community effort, and we are incredibly grateful for the... Read More.

Colder Weather is Coming Plan Ahead, Be Prepared

Monday, February 17

Forecast-COLD!! The Utility Maintenance Department would like to help prevent costly plumbing repairs or damage to your home. The forecast predicting extremely cold weather and low wind chills causes lots of water issues and hopefully following these tips will help! 1. If you have had problems with frozen pipes in the... Read More.

OSU Student Union Suffers Major Water Damage After Pipe Failure

Monday, February 17

STILLWATER, Okla. -A substantial pipe failure caused significant water damage to about half of the Student Union, leading to the closures of multiple offices and facilities on Sunday.Areas Affected The following sections of the Student Union have been impacted:Basement: The west end is closed to the public,... Read More.

Spring Clean-Up Begins in April in Ponca City

Monday, February 17

Spring Cleanup in Ponca City is April 5 thru 12. The crews will pick-up any extra items placed in your regular pick-up area with the exception of the following:*Poisons, acids, and caustics** *Car batteries *Explosives *Body wastes *Large bulky objects such as automobile frames, tires (see tire section), and any items or materials (that... Read More.

AARP TAX PREPARATION AT THE LIBRARY

Monday, February 17

AARP is currently accepting intake appointments for March 4 thru April 17, 2025. All February appointments are filled. Intake appointments can be scheduled on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Checkout appointments are scheduled the following Tuesday, after the initial intake appointment. Appointments can be made by visiting the... Read More.

Osage Bronc Days Rodeo With Hooey Official After Party Featuring Former Professional Bull Rider Caden Gillard April 5

Monday, February 17

\ Pawhuska, OK. -- Rodeo fans won't want to miss the 5th annual Osage Bronc Days, Oklahoma's only PRCA Xtreme Broncs and Ranch Bronc Riding, returning to the Osage County Fairgrounds in Pawhuska, OK Saturday, April 5, 2025. Paying tribute to rodeo's classic event, Osage Bronc Days features 30 of the Top PRCA bronc... Read More.

Federal AG Bondi orders inmate transferred to Oklahoma for execution

Saturday, February 15

By SEAN MURPHY Associated PressOKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — The President's newly installed attorney general, Pam Bondi, has ordered the transfer of a federal inmate to Oklahoma so he can be executed, following through on the President's sweeping executive order to more actively support the death penalty.Bondi this week directed... Read More.

Watch Ponca City Basketball vs. Owasso

Friday, February 14

The Cats are at home against Owasso. If you can’t make it to the games in person, we’ll have live streaming video available here with Jordan Woodruff’s broadcast audio from 100.7FM KPNC. Pregame coverage will begin at approximately 5:45pm, with tipoff scheduled at 6:00.https://www.poncacitynow.com/tv

Wildcat Theatre Company to Perform “Eurydice”

Friday, February 14

The show is Eurydice by Sarah Ruhl.Through special arrangement with Samuel French and Concord Theatricals Corporation.It follows the myth of Orpheus and Eurydice. Which is: Orpheus is a demi-god who composes and plays the sweetest, best music in the entire world. He and Eurydice (a human young woman) fall... Read More.

FEBRUARY 24 RECEPTION TO HONOR MAYOR NICHOLSON

Friday, February 14

A reception to honor Mayor Nicholson will be held on February 24, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. in the Commission Chamber of City Hall.Nicholson has served as Ponca City’s longest running Mayor for 18 years and decided not to run for a seventh term.In his years on the Ponca City... Read More.