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Oklahoma food banks lobby Congress to delay SNAP cost share plan

Thursday, September 24

Washington, D.C. - Nonprofits and charities fighting hunger in Oklahoma say there are more mouths to feed in the wake of the changes Congress made last year to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP.) Now, states with high error rates must begin covering some of the program’s cost a year... Read More.

Sen. Bernie Sanders unveils bill to ban artificial superintelligence and create Department of AI

Thursday, September 24

Washington (AP) — Two leading progressive lawmakers, Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Greg Casar, are unveiling legislation Wednesday that would ban artificial superintelligence and create a federal agency to oversee advanced AI as some of the industry’s own leaders urge Congress to impose guardrails on... Read More.

VOTER REGISTRATION DEADLINE APPROACHES

Wednesday, September 23

October 9, 2026 is the last day to apply for voter registration in order to be eligible to vote in the November 3, 2026 General Election. Kay County Election Board Secretary Carol Leaming, said today. Leaming said that persons who are United State Citizens, resident of Oklahoma, and at least 17... Read More.

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Drummond alerts National Security Council to exploitation of FDA approved drugs by Chinese businesses

Wednesday, September 23

OKLAHOMA CITY – Attorney General Gentner Drummond is alerting Secretary of State Marco Rubio to a national security risk to the pharmaceutical supply chain that is being exploited by Chinese businesses. Drummond and 19 other state attorneys general sent a letter last week to Secretary Rubio identifying national security risks... Read More.

Oklahoma Innocence Project prepares for next hearing in Karl Fontenot case

Wednesday, September 23

The Oklahoma Innocence Project is preparing for a court hearing next week as it continues efforts to secure a new trial for Karl Fontenot, whose case was featured in the Netflix documentary “The Innocent Man.” Fontenot’s case was returned to state court in 2022 for a new trial, but he... Read More.

Trump signs deal expanding U.S. military presence in Greenland

Wednesday, September 23

President Donald Trump signs a security agreement with Denmark’s Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen and Greenland’s Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen during the United Nations General Assembly, Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2026, at the UN headquarters. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson) The U.S., Denmark and Greenland on Tuesday signed a new security agreement bolstering... Read More.

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Ponca City Oktoberfest to be held at the Marland Mansion Estate

Tuesday, September 22

– October 3 & 4, 2026.Enjoy two days of fall fun at the historic Marland Mansion Estate. What’s Happening: • Live Music all weekend• Delicious Food & Beverage Vendors• Craft & Retail Vendors• Sports Tent with the big games• Beer Tent• Kids Activity Zone full of bounce house fun. Be part of... Read More.

Vendor registration is officially OPEN for the 20th Anniversary of Goblins on Grand

Tuesday, September 22

Join us for the 20th Anniversary of Goblins on Grand, Ponca City’s beloved community Halloween carnival! Thursday, October 15, 2026 Rain-Out Date: Thursday, October 22 5:30–7:30 PM Historic Downtown Ponca City, 1st–7th Street FREE to attend — no wristbands required! Bring the whole family downtown for an evening filled with... Read More.

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Tuesday, September 22

On Friday, September 18, 2026, the Osage County Sheriff’s Office received information that a wanted individual was staying at a residence in the 600 block of North Cosden Avenue in Shidler. Osage County Dispatch confirmed that Seneca Thomas, 40, was wanted out of Kay County on an outstanding felony warrant ... Read More.

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CNN, MS NOW, Politico to sue Trump over White House ban

Tuesday, September 22

NEW YORK (AP) — CNN, MS NOW and Politico on Monday sued President Donald Trump’s administration days after they were barred from covering the White House, calling the selective ban an illegal action and “a blatant violation” of the First Amendment. The extraordinary ban of the... Read More.

Lukah Ewing Wildcat of the Week

Monday, September 21

Ponca City High School has named Lukah Ewing this week's Wildcat of the Week, an honor recognizing students who model the school's CATS expectations: Care for Others, Act Responsibly, Try Your Best, and Show Respect. Lukah earned the recognition for the positive impact he makes in the classroom through his... Read More.

St. Mary’s Catholic School’s Annual Fall Fest 2026

Monday, September 21

Fall is just around the corner, and they’re ready to celebrate at St. Mary’s Catholic School’s Annual Fall Fest on Saturday, September 26th from 6:00–9:00 PM! St. Mary’s Catholic School415 S. 7th St. • Ponca City Bring your family and friends for a night full of food, fun, fellowship,... Read More.