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Medicaid cuts could further strain rural health care in Oklahoma

Wednesday, July 15

OKLAHOMA CITY - The Oklahoma State Medical Association is raising concerns about the long-term impact of Medicaid funding reductions, saying cuts to health care programs could threaten access to care across the state, particularly in rural communities. Association leaders say thousands of children have already lost coverage and warn deeper impacts... Read More.

What to know about Trump’s order shrinking the size of 2 national monuments in Utah

Wednesday, July 15

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Revisiting actions from his first term that were reversed, President Donald Trump announced Monday that he will scale back the Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante national monuments in Utah. The Republican’s actions undo proclamations from his predecessors who deemed the... Read More.

‘Shocking’: Ponca City tree trimmers survive 45-foot fall after cable snaps during job

Tuesday, July 14

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OnCue Helping Support PCPS

Tuesday, July 14

Support Ponca City Public Schools with your next OnCue visit! Now through September 30, purchase a Support Oklahoma Schools reusable cup at any Ponca City OnCue location and 50¢ from every cup sold will be donated directly to Ponca City Public Schools. Since launching this program in 2018, OnCue has donated... Read More.

Broadcasters push legislation to keep AM radio in vehicles

Tuesday, July 14

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act (S.315 / H.R.979) would require the Department of Transportation to mandate that AM broadcast radio remains a standard, easily accessible, and free feature in all new passenger vehicles. It also requires vehicles lacking AM access during the transition period to carry conspicuous... Read More.

Enrollment for the 2026–2027 School Year is Open

Tuesday, July 14

Returning StudentsParents and guardians can complete enrollment through the PowerSchool Parent Portal using a computer, tablet, or cell phone, including the PowerSchool for Parents app. Enrollment Instructions: Read More.

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OSU researchers develop new fabric to reduce firefighters’ cancer risk

Tuesday, July 14

STILLWATER, Okla. - Firefighters often face dangerous conditions while battling flames, but researchers at Oklahoma State University say another serious threat often goes unseen. A team at OSU’s Textile and Apparel Science Laboratory is developing a new type of protective fabric designed to shield firefighters from tiny airborne... Read More.

Attorney General’s Most Wanted list

Tuesday, July 14

Alfonso Mondragon Murder in the First Degree $10,000 Reward The Oklahoma Office of the Attorney General is offering a reward of up to $10,000 for information leading directly to his arrest. Aliases Alfonso Mondragon, Alfonzo Mondragon, Alfonso Hernandez Date of Birth May 12, 1975 Eyes Brown Hair Black Weight 160 lbs Height 5’ 8” Race White/Hispanic Sex Male Background Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond is partnering with the Pryor Police Department to... Read More.

Drummond reaches nearly $44M settlement resolving 21-year poultry litter pollution lawsuit

Tuesday, July 14

OKLAHOMA CITY (July 13, 2026) – Attorney General Gentner Drummond today announced a nearly $44 million settlement resolving the State's 21-year lawsuit against six companies over poultry litter pollution in the Illinois River Watershed. Oklahoma sued Tyson Foods, Cargill, George's, Peterson Farms, Cal-Maine and Simmons Foods in 2005. A federal... Read More.

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OTA awards $75 million contract for new Newcastle-area interchange on Toby Keith Expressway

Tuesday, July 14

The Oklahoma Turnpike Authority Board awarded a $75.4 million contract recently to build a new interchange connecting I-44, the Toby Keith Expressway and SH-37 near Newcastle, part of a push to complete the new turnpike’s alignment between I-44 and I-35. The meeting opened with a moment of silence for two... Read More.

Oklahoma lawmakers approve dozens of interim studies ahead of the 2027 legislative session

Tuesday, July 14

TULSA, Okla. — Oklahoma lawmakers are already preparing for next year's legislative session after House and Senate leaders approved dozens of interim studies covering everything from artificial intelligence and housing to education, water policy and tourism. Interim studies allow lawmakers to take a deeper look at complex issues before deciding... Read More.

Oklahoma Senator renews push for Domestic Violence Registry following fatal Collinsville case

Monday, July 13

Collinsville domestic violence case sparks renewed push for registry. Sen. Bill Coleman, R-Ponca City, said the recent domestic violence death of Amber Pippin in Collinsville underscores the need for stronger protections for victims and greater public awareness of offenders. “What happened in Collinsville is very, very tragic,” Coleman said. “A woman... Read More.

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Medicaid cuts could further strain rural health care in Oklahoma

What to know about Trump’s order shrinking the size of 2 national monuments in Utah

‘Shocking’: Ponca City tree trimmers survive 45-foot fall after cable snaps during job

OnCue Helping Support PCPS

Broadcasters push legislation to keep AM radio in vehicles

Enrollment for the 2026–2027 School Year is Open

OSU researchers develop new fabric to reduce firefighters’ cancer risk

Drummond reaches nearly $44M settlement resolving 21-year poultry litter pollution lawsuit

OTA awards $75 million contract for new Newcastle-area interchange on Toby Keith Expressway

Oklahoma lawmakers approve dozens of interim studies ahead of the 2027 legislative session

Oklahoma Senator renews push for Domestic Violence Registry following fatal Collinsville case

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