Blue Corduroy

by Rep. John Pfeiffer Certain colors and textures evoke strong memories. For me, National blue corduroy with gold lettering brings me back to high school and all my time spent in FFA. Those were great days. My parents are ranchers and educators, so I didn't really have much of a... Read More.

Bill Making Morel the State Mushroom Passes First Committee

OKLAHOMA CITY – The House Tourism Committee recently passed House Bill 3263 to establish the morel mushroom as Oklahoma’s state mushroom. Considered a delicacy because of cultivation difficulties, several thousand Oklahomans partake in morel hunting every spring. "I'm one of the thousands of Oklahomans who hunt the tasty morel mushroom... Read More.

Tulsa Health Department shares raw milk risks as Oklahoma bills advance

Raw milk is back in the spotlight at the Oklahoma Capitol as lawmakers consider a proposal that would expand where unpasteurized milk can be sold directly to consumers, even as public health officials warn about the potential risks. Raw milk, which has not been pasteurized to remove harmful bacteria, is... Read More.
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Bill to Protect First Responders Advances Unanimously

OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Neil Hays, R-Checotah, secured unanimous approval in the House Civil Judiciary Committee for House Bill 4260, a measure aimed at strengthening workers’ compensation protections for Oklahoma’s first responders. HB4260 would create a legal presumption in workers’ compensation cases for firefighters, peace officers and emergency medical... Read More.

Missouri paleontologist uncovers ice age mammoth bone in NW Missouri

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A prehistoric discovery in northwest Missouri may be one of the rarest finds in the Midwest; a local paleontologist uncovered a mammoth bone, taking us back to the ice age when giants roamed the Show Me State. For over two decades, Jason Howery has searched for... Read More.
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The Class of 2036: A Bold Vision for Ponca City’s Future

Ponca City has experienced booms and downturns. We have seen industries rise, technologies evolve, and generations pass the torch to the next. And through every season, one truth has remained: when change comes to Ponca City, we adapt, we innovate, and we grow stronger. We are standing in another one... Read More.

NOC Tonkawa’s Spring Musical in March

Northern Oklahoma College will present the Spring musical, “A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER”, a hilarious musical farce and 2014 Tony winner for Best Musical. Directed by Chad Anderson, performances are March 5-8 at 7:30p (Thurs-Sat) & 2:00p (Sun). Tickets are $10 for adults and $7 for students and seniors. Free... Read More.

VOTER REGISTRATION DEADLINE APPROACHES

March 13, 2026 is the last day to apply for voter registration in order to be eligible to vote in the April 7, 2026 Ponca City School Board Election, Newkirk School Board Election and the City of Newkirk City Commissioner Election.  Kay County Election Board Secretary Carol Leaming said that... Read More.
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Tonkawa Student Pages at OK House

OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Ken Luttrell, R-Ponca City, hosted Elliott Roles, a junior at Tonkawa High School, as a page at the Oklahoma House of Representatives recently. Elliott has been active in both football and track for the past three years, balancing athletics with his academic responsibilities. The Tonkawa Buccaneers... Read More.

Health Matters: Inflammation test being used to predict heart problems

Cardiologists are using a blood test that’s been around for decades, in a new way, to predict heart problems. The measure of inflammation is now considered just as important as measuring cholesterol. Health Matters with TSET, Amy Slanchik explains. Measuring Inflammation in the Body The American College of Cardiology now recommends doctors use... Read More.