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Gov. Stitt Fires Secretary of Energy and Environment After Court Hearing Appearance

Thursday, December 5

TULSA, OKLA. (KTUL) — Governor Kevin Stitt fired the Secretary of Energy and Environment Ken McQueen, saying he was disappointed that McQueen appeared in a court hearing on Tuesday. The hearing revolves around the case Oklahoma v. Tyson Foods, which has been going on since 2005. McQueen joined the case in November... Read More.

Native Tribes are Working With Schools to Boost Attendance

Thursday, December 5

WATONGA, Okla. (AP) — As the Watonga school system’s Indian education director, Hollie Youngbear works to help Native American students succeed — a job that begins with getting them to school.She makes sure students have clothes and school supplies. She connects them with federal and tribal resources.... Read More.

Phillips 66 Donates to Ponca City Police Department’s Shop With a Cop Program

Wednesday, December 4

This year, as in years past, Phillips 66 has donated $5,000.00 to the Ponca City Police Department’s Shop With a Cop program. Each year, these donations make our ability to enrich the lives of local children possible and Phillips 66 remains a valued partner in our mission.Officers and civilian... Read More.

Fundraiser For Hospice of North Central Oklahoma Today

Wednesday, December 4

Original Author: Ponca City Now

NOC Enid Planetarium Show Dec. 5

Wednesday, December 4

The Northern Oklahoma College Enid Planetarium Director Fritz Osell announced the “Star of Bethlehem” show on Thursday, Dec. 5 at 6:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. There is no admission charge but food donations to the Our Daily Bread food pantry are accepted. The planetarium is located on the NOC Enid campus,... Read More.

OKC Business Expects More Interest After Route 66 Monument Installed

Wednesday, December 4

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. (KOKH) — Oklahoma City businesses expressed excitement at the prospect of more tourism and foot traffic along Route 66. Officials unveiled the first urban installation of the Route 66 Centennial Monument Project at NW 23rd St and N Hudson Ave on Tuesday, Nov.26. The new marker is just... Read More.

Congress faces shutdown dilemma that could mess with Trump’s first 100 days

Wednesday, December 4

WASHINGTON — As Congress returns this week for one last burst of activity before it wraps up the session, it faces a key deadline of Dec. 20 to avert a government shutdown. Democrats and Republicans appear resigned to passing a continuing resolution, or CR, that would temporarily fund the government... Read More.

Team Radio Santa’s Stash of Cash Contest 2024 on KLOR and KPNC

Tuesday, December 3

Santa’s Stash is “hypothetically” hidden in “plain sight” somewhere in Ponca City. Listen weekdays during the “Morning Shows” for a simulcast on 99.3 FM KLOR and 100.7 FM KPNC between 8:30 am and 9:00 am for the clue of the day. Each day a new clue will be given until we have a winner. If... Read More.

PCPD Seeks Stop N Go Robbery Suspect

Tuesday, December 3

On the evening of December 1st, a male subject wearing a hoody, sweatpants, blue latex gloves, and a red mask entered the Stop N Go at 501 W. Highland. The suspect pointed a snub nosed revolver at the clerk and ordered the clerk to open the register. The suspect received... Read More.

Kids Skate Free Day at Ice on the Plaza Sunday

Tuesday, December 3

Kids Skate Free Day at Ice on the Plaza!. Bring the whole family to Ponca City Main Street’s Ice on the Plaza for Kids Skate Free Day on Sunday, December 8th from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Kids 12 and under skate for free, including skates, taxes, and fees—no extra cost!Location:... Read More.

Wildcat Theater Company Presenting Play at High School

Tuesday, December 3

Ticket purchase supports the high school students Wildcat Theater Company. Follow Wildcat Theater Company on Facebook for upcoming plays. Original Author: Ponca City Now

Blackwell Hometown Christmas Dec. 2

Monday, December 2

Hometown Christmas is just a few hours away. Make plans to attend the lighted Christmas Parade followed by the tree lighting ceremony and visits with Santa. Parade begins at 6:30pm. Tree lighting at 7:10 pm. Register your parade entry at 580-363-4195 or email [email protected] Author: Ponca City Now