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Convicted killer granted parole by Gov. Stitt after 40 years in prison

by KOKH
Grady County - Governor Grants Parole for Convicted Killer Wayne Thompson, convicted of first-degree murder, has been granted parole after more than four decades in prison. Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt signed and finalized the parole certificate, marking a significant development in a case that has drawn national attention since 1983. Six-Month Stepdown Program Thompson’s parole is not immediate. According... Read More.

Pope Francis dies at age 88

by AP
VATICAN CITY - Pope Francis, history’s first Latin American pontiff who charmed the world with his humble style and concern for the poor but alienated conservatives with critiques of capitalism and climate change, died Monday. He was 88. Bells tolled in church towers across Rome after the announcement, which was read out by Cardinal... Read More.
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Legislation Declares “Christ is King” in Oklahoma

by News 9
Oklahoma City - Oklahoma legislators have declared “Christ is King” in Oklahoma with the passage of House Concurrent Resolution 1013. Passed Thursday, legislators pushed the measure through during the observance of Holy Week. Resolution author Rep. Jim Olsen, R-Roland, says the text affirms Oklahoma’s spiritual heritage and enduring faith. "This resolution is a bold testament to Oklahoma’s faith-based legacy,"... Read More.

Blackberries: The superfood that’s easy to grow

by News 6
Horticulturist Brian Jervis with the Oklahoma State University Extension Office shares insights on growing blackberries, a fruit known for its versatility in pies, cobblers, jams, and jellies. More importantly, blackberries are packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, making them a valuable addition to a healthy diet. Why Grow Blackberries? Many people want to grow fruit but often find... Read More.

Police: 2 dead in Oklahoma flooding as region remains under severe weather watch

by The Associated Press
MOORE, Okla. (AP) — Two people, including a child, have died in Oklahoma flooding as meteorologists warned on Sunday of further flooding, thunderstorms, and tornadoes from the Midwest to the South. Police in Moore, about 10 miles (16 kilometers) south of Oklahoma City, received dozens of reports of “high-water incidents” over the weekend including two... Read More.
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Former President Clinton spoke yesterday in OKC, 30 years after bombing of federal building

by The Associated Press
By SEAN MURPHY Associated Press OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Thirty years after the deadliest homegrown attack in U.S. history, former President Bill Clinton returned to Oklahoma City on Saturday to remember the people who were killed and comfort those affected by the bombing. Clinton was president on April 19th, 1995, when a truck bomb exploded, destroying... Read More.

Former President Bill Clinton returns to Oklahoma City 30 years after the bombing

by The Associated Press
By SEAN MURPHY Associated Press OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Thirty years after the deadliest homegrown attack in U.S. history, former President Bill Clinton will return to Oklahoma City on Saturday to remember the people who were killed, and comfort those affected by the bombing. Clinton was president on April 19, 1995, when a truck bomb exploded,... Read More.

AmeriCorps service program that touches every state gets targeted by Elon Musk’s DOGE

by The Associated Press
(AP) — A community service program that sends young adults across the U.S. to respond to natural disasters and help with community projects was the latest target of the Trump administration’s campaign to slash government spending. AmeriCorps’ National Civilian Community Corps informed volunteers on Tuesday that they would exit the program early “due to programmatic... Read More.
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2025 Ponca City High School Prom Saturday

by Ponca City Now
The 2025 Ponca City High School prom will be held Saturday, April 19th at the Marland Mansion. The Grand March will begin at 6 p.m. The theme of the 2025 Ponca City High School Prom is “Wildcat Rave.” Parking inside the Mansion gates will be limited to students attending prom and prom security only. We... Read More.

Ponca City UC Director Tim Williams Spent Tuesday at the State Capitol for Higher Education

by Ponca City Now-UC
University Center Director Tim Williams spent Tuesday at the State Capitol for Higher Education/Oklahoma's Promise Day at the Capitol. Representatives from colleges and universities across Oklahoma gathered to advocate for higher education and celebrate the impact higher education has on our state. Williams met with Senator Bill Coleman, Representative Ken Luttrell, Representative Toni Hasenbeck, Senator... Read More.

5 things to know: How Oklahomans can get federal money to install storm shelters

by News 6
TULSA, Okla - Oklahoma’s SoonerSafe program is accepting applications for the 2025 rebate cycle. The program launched in 2011 to help Oklahoma homeowners buy and install safe rooms on their property. Here’s what to know. 1. How Does The Program Work? Residents apply through Oklahoma Emergency Management. If you’re selected, you’ll get an email. You’ll then have 30... Read More.
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