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Proposed Oklahoma bill would stop cities from providing homeless support services

Wednesday, January 15

NORMAN, Okla. (KOKH) — Proposed legislation at the Oklahoma State Capitol would stop municipality funded services and programs that help those experiencing homelessness.Newly elected Republican Sen. Lisa Standridge (R-Norman) has filed SB 484.The... Read More.

Watch Ponca City Basketball vs. Bixby

Tuesday, January 14

The Cats are at home against Bixby. 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 6:15pm, with tipoff scheduled at 6:30.https://www.poncacitynow.com/tv

NSU Offers 16-Week Class Focused On Taylor Swift

Tuesday, January 14

Northeastern State University (NSU) in Tahlequah is launching a unique 16-week course dedicated to Taylor Swift. The class, which begins January 13, will explore Swift’s music, influence, and impact on culture. Enrollment is now open for the course, which will be held on the Tahlequah campus. Classes are scheduled for Tuesdays and Thursdays... Read More.

Changes Beginning January 6 at PCPS

Tuesday, January 14

On January 6, 2025, Ponca City Public Schools will begin automated calls to parents/guardians of students who are marked absent during the school day, and no communication was made from parent/guardians about the absence to the school. The automated calls will begin at 3pm each day.This service will be... Read More.

Santa Buck Giveaway Happens Thursday

Tuesday, January 14

Shop thru Dec. 19th, 2024 at participating merchants to receive a ticket, and increase your chances to win $5,000 in Santa Bucks plus a chance at three $1,000 prizes and four $500 prizes! The Winning Tickets will be drawn starting at 7 p.m., Thursday, December 19th, 2024. To win this... Read More.

Moore Norman Tech Program Fuels Oklahoma’s Film Industry Growth

Tuesday, January 14

MOORE, Okla. –As Oklahoma’s film industry continues to flourish, a program at the Moore Norman Technology Center (MNTC) is preparing the next generation of creative talent.MNTC’s Digital Cinema Production program provides students with hands-on experience in all facets of media production, from editing and filming to crew management. Instructors emphasize... Read More.

NOC Dedicates Yatika Starr Fields’ Murals

Tuesday, January 14

Three sets of murals, created by Osage artist Yatika Starr Fields, were dedicated Wednesday at Northern Oklahoma College Tonkawa’s Cultural Engagement Center.The murals, located in the CEC and the Pickens Learning Commons, encompass over 5,000 square feet.Fields was commissioned by Hugh Pickens to create the murals as part of... Read More.

Christmas Spectacular: ONE MAGICAL NIGHT at Poncan Theater

Tuesday, January 14

The Christmas Spectacular: ONE MAGICAL NIGHT, a pro-am benefit show featuring local and professional talent coming from as far away as Branson, MO, will be held at the Poncan Theater on Dec 21 at the Poncan Theater at 104 East Grand at 7:30 pm. PERFECT FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY. All artists... Read More.

Oklahoma Set To Execute Kevin Underwood For 2006 Murder Of 10-Year-Old Girl

Tuesday, January 14

MCALESTER, Okla. – The state of Oklahoma is set to execute a man Thursday morning for the 2006 rape, murder, and dismemberment of a 10-year-old Purcell girl. Kevin Underwood, 42, was sentenced to death in 2008 for the brutal killing of his neighbor, Jamie Bolin. Underwood was convicted after he invited... Read More.

Oklahoma Governor Orders End to Remote Work for State Employees by February 2025

Tuesday, January 14

OKLAHOMA CITY, (KOKH) — Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt issued an Executive Order ending remote work for state employees. According to the order, full-time employees are expected to be back in the office by Feb. 1, 2025. “Gov. Stitt just issued this executive order, ending remote work by state employees,” said Rep. Forrest... Read More.

Oklahoma AG dismisses assault charge against officer who slammed 71-year-old man to the ground

Tuesday, January 14

By SEAN MURPHY Associated Press OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Oklahoma’s Republican attorney general dismissed a felony assault charge on Friday against a police officer who slammed a 71-year-old man to the ground, breaking his neck, during an argument over a traffic ticket. Gentner Drummond announced that he had intervened in the... Read More.

New Year – New Laws

Tuesday, January 14

OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — The new year means new laws. On January 1st, seven new bills will become law across Oklahoma. When the clock strikes midnight on New Year’s Day, Oklahomans will see changes in state law, including expanded voting rights, new healthcare protections, and additional benefits for first responders. Here’s... Read More.