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Camping stoves sold at Walmart recalled after more than 2 dozen reports of explosions

Tuesday, December 2

(Gray News) - Camping stoves have been recalled after receiving more than 20 reports of explosions. Ozark Trail Tabletop 1-Burner Butane Camping Stoves have been recalled after 26 reports of the stoves exploding or catching fire. Sixteen of those reports included injuries, such as second-degree burns.Camping stoves have... Read More.

Lawmakers urge congressional reviews of Trump’s military strikes on boats

Tuesday, December 2

Lawmakers from both parties said Sunday they support congressional reviews of U.S. military strikes against vessels suspected of smuggling drugs in the Caribbean Sea and eastern Pacific Ocean, citing a published report that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth issued a verbal order for all... Read More.

Trump invites National Guard member’s family to White House after fatal DC shooting

Tuesday, December 2

WASHINGTON (TNND) — President Donald Trump on Sunday invited the family of one of the National Guard members fatally shot in Washington, D.C. last week to the White House.Trump added that he spoke to the parents of U.S. Army Spc. Sarah Beckstrom and that they were "devastated" after... Read More.

City Commission, City staff and Ponca City Main Street toured the Santa Fe Depot

Monday, December 1

Monday the City Commission, City staff and Ponca City Main Street toured the Santa Fe Depot. The transformation of the depot to its original design was started in February of 2025. In March of 2021, the City began researching potential funding opportunities to rehabilitate the former Santa Fe Depot. The... Read More.

Announcing auditions for “The Wedding Singer”

Monday, December 1

The Wedding Singer is the very first Poncan Theatre Presents production featuring actors 13 years of age and up, and designed for older actors and older audiences.Directed by Eddie Dixon Stage Managed by Kalyn KylerAll auditions must be submitted as a video to the Poncan Theatre Facebook Messenger or [email protected]... Read More.

OU reviews student’s grade dispute, religious discrimination complaint

Monday, December 1

NORMAN, Okla. -The University of Oklahoma says it is reviewing concerns from a student who disputed the grade on a class assignment. The student also reported religious discrimination connected to her response.In a statement Friday, the university said it began “a full review of the situation” immediately after receiving... Read More.

Criminal case against Epic Charter Schools co-founders moves forward

Monday, December 1

OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLA. (KOKH) — Attorney General Gentner Drummond confirmed Friday that the criminal prosecution of Ben Harris and David Chaney, who both face multiple felony charges arising from the Epic Charter Schools investigation, is back on track."Despite previous delays caused by the defendants’ unsuccessful attempts to disqualify the... Read More.

Hiker safety boosted as Turkey Mountain adds dozens of surveillance cameras

Monday, December 1

In response to summer assaults at public parks, the River Parks Authority is enhancing safety at Turkey Mountain by installing over 30 surveillance cameras.TULSA, Okla. -Safety concerns at Turkey Mountain are leading to major changes on the trails. Over 30 surveillance cameras are being installed in and... Read More.

Wisconsin archaeologists identify 16 ancient canoes in a prehistoric lake ‘parking lot’

Monday, December 1

This photo made available by Wisconsin Historical Society Maritime Archeologist Tamara Thomsen, shows the remains of an ancient canoe sitting on the bottom of Lake Mendota, in Madison, Wis., in June 2025. (Tamara Thomsen/Wisconsin Historical Society via AP)MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Archaeologists have identified more than a dozen ancient... Read More.

Oklahoma minimum wage hike heads to June ballot amid debate

Friday, November 28

Oklahoma City, Okla. — Oklahoma voters will soon decide on a significant minimum wage increase, as State Question 832 is set to appear on the June primary ballot.The proposal aims to raise the minimum wage to $12 an hour in 2027, $13.50 in 2028, and $15 in 2029.The current... Read More.

Route 66 attractions in Oklahoma: These are the 10 best stops

Friday, November 28

Oklahoma’s stretch of Route 66, often called the “Heart of the Mother Road,” is packed with nostalgic charm, quirky roadside art, and historical gems. As the nation gears up for the 2026 centennial of Route 66, now is a perfect time to spotlight the Sooner State’s must-see stops.Here are 10 top... Read More.

Oklahoma seeking millions in court from operator of shuttered state parks restaurants

Friday, November 28

OKLAHOMA CITY -The State of Oklahoma is suing the ownership group behind The Lookout Kitchen, which operated restaurants at 6 state parks before closing at the end of September.In a lawsuit filed in Oklahoma County District Court, the state alleges the restaurant operates breached their... Read More.