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Voter Registration Event Scheduled for Saturday September 12

Wednesday, September 9

A voter registration event sponsored by the Kay County Election Board is scheduled for Saturday September 12, 2026. The Event will be held from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm outside the Kay County Annex Building during Charlie Adams Day activities. To register to vote in Oklahoma, you must be a... Read More.

Charlie Adams Day car show and poker run in Newkirk Sept 12

Wednesday, September 9

Calling all car, truck & motorcycle enthusiasts! Charlie Adams Day is shaping up to be a full day of fun in Newkirk on Saturday, September 12, and we’re excited to have the Show & Shine and Poker Run joining the festivities! SHOW & SHINE | 8 AM–1 PM Registration begins at... Read More.

Roommate charged in Oklahoma woman’s death takes last-minute plea deal

Wednesday, September 9

WAGONER COUNTY, Okla. — The woman accused in the death of her roommate took a last-minute plea deal ahead of her murder trial that was expected to start on Tuesday. Kore Bommeli pleaded no contest to an amended charge of manslaughter in the death of Talina Galloway. Bommeli was originally... Read More.

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79 missing children found during US Marshals Service operation

Wednesday, September 9

CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO/Gray News) - The U.S. Marshals Service said that it found 79 missing children in Ohio during a recent operation. The operation, called Operation Meridian, was conducted throughout August in partnership with federal, state and local agencies to locate and recover the children. The... Read More.

NOC hosts free concert as part of Quasquicentennial celebration

Tuesday, September 8

Northern Oklahoma College is celebrating its 125th birthday with a Quasquicentennial Concert featuring Distinguished Alumni and Tonkawa native Maestro Jerry Steichen. The free concert will be held Oct. 3 at 6:30 p.m. in Dineo Heilmann Auditorium at the Kinzer Performing Arts Center. The concert will also feature NOC Fine Arts faculty... Read More.

Oklahoma approves reduced-credit bachelor’s degrees at three state universities

Tuesday, September 8

Some Oklahoma college students will soon have a shorter path to earning a bachelor’s degree. The Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education approved four reduced-credit bachelor’s degree programs at three state universities. The programs require between 90 and 103 credit hours, compared with the minimum 120 credit hours required for... Read More.

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Peak fall bird migration underway in Oklahoma; experts urge lights-out precautions

Tuesday, September 8

Many small songbirds migrate at night, when temperatures are cooler and there are fewer predators. Millions of birds are expected to pass over Green Country in the coming weeks as fall migration reaches one of its busiest periods. Tim O’Connell, an associate professor in Oklahoma State University’s Department of Natural Resource... Read More.

3rd Annual Fall Fest at Camp McFadden

Monday, September 7

Fall is in the air at the lake Jack the Sasquatch wants YOU to join us for the 3rd Annual Fall Fest at Camp McFadden! Mark your calendars for a bright day of family-friendly outdoor adventures right along the beautiful shores of Kaw Lake!Our Fall Activities Include: Games Hay Ride S'more Pit Spooky Cabin Pumpkin Painting... Read More.

What do the new Oklahoma SoonerCare work requirements mean for members?

Monday, September 7

The Oklahoma Health Care Authority is notifying some SoonerCare members about new federal work requirements that take effect Jan. 1, 2027. OHCA sent yellow letters Aug. 31 to SoonerCare expansion adults ages 19-64 who will likely have to meet the requirements unless an exception applies. Key Takeaways Oklahoma SoonerCare work requirements begin Jan.... Read More.

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Missouri candidate charged with trying to plant cocaine on his political rival

Monday, September 7

The Missouri Capitol is seen Feb. 9, 2026, in Jefferson City, Mo. (AP Photo/David A. Lieb, File) JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — A candidate for the Missouri House made an initial court appearance Thursday on a federal drug charge accusing him of trying to plant cocaine and Adderall on his... Read More.

Pools Closing for Season Soon in Ponca City

Friday, September 4

Final Weekend of Swimming-Ambuc Pool & Wentz Pool September 5, 6 and 7 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Admission: $2.00 for ages 13 and up and $1.00 for age 12 and under. Children 9 and under must have a guardian 16 and older with them! Active RecPlex memberships allows access to Wentz Pool... Read More.

First National Bank of Oklahoma raises $24,000 for local animal organization

Friday, September 4

First National Bank of Oklahoma's 4th annual benefit golf tournament was one for the books. This year they set a big goal, and with the incredible support of our sponsors in the Ponca City and Tonkawa communities, passed the goal and raised just over $24,000! Every dollar is going directly... Read More.