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15th Annual OkMOM Two-Day, Free Dental Clinic in Enid This Week

Tuesday, February 3

An important public health event is coming to Enid that will provide free dental care to Oklahomans in need — the Oklahoma Mission of Mercy (OkMOM) clinic. What: Oklahoma Mission of Mercy, a free, two-day, large-scale dental clinic Who: Open to patients of all ages; no insurance required When: Friday, February 6... Read More.

Federal funding deadline puts 988 crisis lifeline at risk in Oklahoma

Tuesday, February 3

Oklahoma lawmakers are moving quickly to secure the future of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline as federal funding for the service is set to expire at the end of September. Without new funding, state leaders warn thousands of crisis calls could be redirected to 911, a system not designed... Read More.

Grieving father fights for mandatory fentanyl testing after his 3-year-old dies

Tuesday, February 3

OKLAHOMA - After losing his 3-year-old son to a fentanyl overdose, Jacob Towe is making it his mission for mandatory fentanyl testing to become law for parents under Department of Human Services (DHS) supervision. The bill, Leo’s Law, was recently introduced with a goal... Read More.

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Former Drumright teacher arrested on child sexual abuse charges

Tuesday, February 3

(Bobby Pruitt, 63-OSBI picture) DRUMRIGHT, Okla. - A former Drumright Public Schools teacher has been arrested and charged with multiple felony counts following an investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct involving students, according to the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation. Investigation began after allegations reported The Drumright Police Department requested OSBI assistance on... Read More.

Polly Cooper, an Oneida woman who helped save Washington’s army, is honored on $1 coin

Tuesday, February 3

This image provided by the U.S. Mint shows a new $1 coin that depicts Oneida war heroine Polly Cooper giving corn to George Washington. (U.S. Mint via AP) EDGEWOOD, N.M. (AP) — The reverse side of the U.S. Mint’s 2026 Sacagawea $1 coin will feature Polly Cooper, a woman from... Read More.

Trump’s $45 billion expansion of immigrant detention sites faces pushback from communities

Tuesday, February 3

A man takes photos of a warehouse as federal officials tour the facility to consider repurposing it as an ICE detention facility Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026, in Belton, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Rie. With tensions high over federal immigration enforcement, some state and local officials are pushing... Read More.

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Punxsutawney Phil predicts 6 more weeks of winter

Monday, February 2

Punxsutawney Phil predicted six more weeks of wintry weather Monday, a forecast sure to disappoint many after what’s already been a long, cold season across large parts of the United States. His annual prediction and announcement that he had seen his shadow was translated by his handlers in... Read More.

Gov. Kevin Stitt gives his final State of the State on Monday

Monday, February 2

Gov. Kevin Stitt gives his final State of the State on Monday.With an open governor’s seat ahead, here’s a look at who’s running next — so far.

Pioneer Technology Center January Students of the Month

Monday, February 2

Ponca City-Pioneer Technology Center proudly recognizes Alexes Herrera and Keegean Thompson as January Students of the Month, honoring their dedication and leadership within their particular career programs. Alexes Herrera, a senior from Ponca City High School, is enrolled in the Medical Assisting program. Herrera was nominated by her instructor for... Read More.

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Kay County Assessor Brings Exemption and Filing Services Directly to Local Communities

Monday, February 2

Kay County, OK — Kay County Assessor Janell Leaming announced her office will begin meeting with taxpayers in surrounding communities starting Monday, February 9, 2026, to assist with filing any property tax exemptions for which taxpayers may qualify, as well as personal property renditions for the 2026 tax year. Assessor... Read More.

Miller Files Bill to Protect Veteran Property Tax Exemptions

Monday, February 2

OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Nicole Miller, R-Edmond, has filed a bill that would make it easier for 100% veterans with disabilities and their surviving spouses to maintain property tax exemptions when moving to a new home. While Oklahoma law allows these exemptions to transfer when a veteran relocates, gaps in... Read More.

Treasure awaits: More $1 billion in unclaimed property in Oklahoma up for grabs

Monday, February 2

More than $1 billion worth of unclaimed property sits in a vault at the State Treasurer's office. (Courtesy Oklahoma State Treasurer) OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — Sunday was National Unclaimed Property Day and the Oklahoma State Treasurer wants to remind people they may have treasures waiting for them. The Treasurer's... Read More.