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Why Oklahoma’s trooper shortage leaves many rural areas without coverage

by News 6
Right now, 766 OHP troopers are responsible for all 77 counties across the state. That means many rural communities don’t have round-the-clock coverage, and troopers who are working are often covering multiple counties at once. By the Numbers: What Coverage Looks Like Today 766 active troopers statewide 77 counties No 24-hour coverage in many rural... Read More.

$1.5B OKLAHOMA DRUG BUST

by News 9
Attorney General Gentner Drummond announced his Organized Crime Task Force arrested 20 people and seized thousands of marijuana plants in a $1.5 billion black market marijuana crime ring Tuesday. The investigation, called Operation Blunt Force, found that leader Hao Tong Chen ran fraudulent medical marijuana licensing schemes in Oklahoma. According to the indictment, Chen orchestrated a... Read More.

Humphrey Files Legislation to Extend Health Liability Claims

by Ponca City Now
OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Justin Humphrey, R-Lane, has filed legislation that would extend the period of time for people to file health care liability claims based on a good faith belief that a federal procedural bar was in place when a cause of action arose. Supporters of House Bill 3119 say it could remove... Read More.
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US creates stockpile for critical minerals to protect manufacturers from China’s dominance

by TNND
WASHINGTON (TNND) — The U.S. is creating a domestic stockpile of critical minerals in the Trump administration’s latest move to reduce the country’s reliance on China for key materials and components of technology used in cellphones, military equipment and renewable energy. It is the latest move by the Trump administration to counter China's... Read More.

NOC Sheep Production class shows at Fort Worth

by Ponca City Now
The NOC Sheep Production class had an eventful and successful trip to the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo this past weekend. Winter weather made the decision to travel south a cautious one, but the group was glad they made the trip to compete in the FWSSR Open Sheep Show. Nine students and 13... Read More.
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NOC Tonkawa offers free basic tax service

by Ponca City Now
Northern Oklahoma College Tonkawa is providing free basic income tax return preparation for students, NOC employees, and area residents starting Feb. 12 at NOC Tonkawa. Singles or families making less than $75,000 per year qualify for the free service. Trained tax preparers from the NOC Business Division and area volunteers will be available for tax assistance... Read More.

15th Annual OkMOM Two-Day, Free Dental Clinic in Enid This Week

by Ponca City Now
An important public health event is coming to Enid that will provide free dental care to Oklahomans in need — the Oklahoma Mission of Mercy (OkMOM) clinic. What: Oklahoma Mission of Mercy,  a free, two-day, large-scale dental clinic Who: Open to patients of all ages; no insurance required When: Friday, February 6 and Saturday, February 7 Where: Stride... Read More.
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Federal funding deadline puts 988 crisis lifeline at risk in Oklahoma

by News 6
Oklahoma lawmakers are moving quickly to secure the future of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline as federal funding for the service is set to expire at the end of September. Without new funding, state leaders warn thousands of crisis calls could be redirected to 911, a system not designed to handle ongoing mental health... Read More.

Former Drumright teacher arrested on child sexual abuse charges

by News 6
(Bobby Pruitt, 63-OSBI picture) DRUMRIGHT, Okla. - A former Drumright Public Schools teacher has been arrested and charged with multiple felony counts following an investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct involving students, according to the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation. Investigation began after allegations reported The Drumright Police Department requested OSBI assistance on Oct. 7, 2025, after receiving... Read More.
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