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DC Mayor Bowser reverses course, admits Trump’s federal crime crackdown is working

Friday, August 29

Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser initially expressed fear of President Donald Trump’s plan to crack down on crime in the nation’s capital, but its clear success made her change her mind. After Trump announced his plans to deploy National Guard troops and assume oversight of the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD)... Read More.

Oklahoma State Rep. Ty Burns pleads guilty, sentenced for domestic abuse, assault

Thursday, August 28

OKLAHOMA CITY -A state representative pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor count of domestic abuse and two misdemeanor counts of assault and will receive a one-year suspended sentence, according to Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond.Rep. Ty Burns was charged by prosecutors for the November 2024 and April 25, 2025, incidents involving... Read More.

Movies on the Lawn this Fall at the RecPlex

Thursday, August 28

Ponca City Parks and Recreation will host Movie on the Lawn with two screenings:September 19th: How to Train Your Dragon (Live Action)October 3rd: Mean GirlsMovies will start at dusk at the RecPlex at 1604 West Grand. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets, and bug spray. Youth and teens under... Read More.

Next 1 Up Guys and Ribeyes III September 20

Thursday, August 28

Igniting a Flavorful Fundraising Experience! Calling all gentlemen! Get ready for a sizzling event that combines delicious food, camaraderie, and a great cause. "Guys and Ribeyes III," a fundraising extravaganza like no other, with a cash bar available to enhance your evening!The Concept: Imagine an evening where generations of... Read More.

Stillwater teen sentenced to 78 years in prison

Thursday, August 28

STILLWATER, Okla. -A Stillwater man pleads no contest to 11 charges, including rape, assault and battery, according to court documents.Investigators say the victim told a School Resource Officer that 18-year-old Jesse Butler physically and sexually abused them in 2024.RELATED: Stillwater teen expected in court for arraignment in rape,... Read More.

Ponca City Development Authority Invests in Infrastructure to Expand Childcare Capacity

Wednesday, August 27

In the picture from Left to right are Lori Henderson, Executive Director PCDA, Mark Southard, PCDA Board President, Mary Beth Hunt, Executive Director CDC, Alexis Kirk, CDC Board President, Austin Wilkins, CDC Board Treasurer, Jenn Miller, CDC Board Member, Brook Lindsay, CDC Advisory Board Member, Amy Swartz, CDC Advisory... Read More.

Rebecca Napier named 2025 Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholar

Wednesday, August 27

Rebecca Napier from Northern Oklahoma College is one of 220 Phi Theta Kappa members named a 2025 Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholar and will receive a $1,000 scholarship.Napier, from Antlers, Oklahoma, attends NOC Stillwater.The Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholarship Program helps new Phi Theta Kappa members defray educational expenses... Read More.

Drummond urges DEA to ban ‘designer Xanax’

Wednesday, August 27

OKLAHOMA CITY – Attorney General Gentner Drummond is calling on the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to take emergency action on bromazolam, known as “designer Xanax,” which is increasingly contributing to overdose deaths and poses a growing threat to public health in Oklahoma. Drummond and a coalition of 20 state attorneys... Read More.

Oklahoma’s only draft horse pulling competition set for Thursday in Stillwater

Wednesday, August 27

The state’s only draft horse pulling competition is taking place Thursday, Aug. 28, at the Payne County Fairgrounds in Stillwater.The event will be held in conjunction with the Payne County Free Fair and begins at 8 p.m. Admission is free.(File) How The Competition Works Draft horse pulls feature teams of two horses... Read More.

ABATE of Oklahoma expands program to teach car, bus & big rig drivers how to see and avoid motorcyclist

Wednesday, August 27

Prevent Motorcycle Crashes Before They Happen – Free Safety Program from ABATE of OklahomaABATE of Oklahoma is expanding its Share the Road program—a free, 30-minute multimedia presentation aimed at reducing motorcycle collisions and saving lives on Oklahoma roads.Each year, far too many motorcyclists in our state are killed or... Read More.

ICE reports alarming 1,000% rise in assaults on agents amid increasing tensions

Wednesday, August 27

WASHINGTON (TNND) — Assaults on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents recently increased to at least 1,000%.That's up from 830%, according to ICE's Acting Director Todd Lyons.ICE reports alarming 1,000% rise in assaults on agents amid increasing tensions (Video: The National News Desk){ }The sad truth to that is... Read More.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announce engagement, share photos online

Tuesday, August 26

Taylor Swift and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce are engaged, the couple announced in a joint Instagram post.The post included the caption: “Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married 🧨” along with five photos showing Kelce proposing, the ring, and the couple holding hands and hugging.A... Read More.