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Protecting Oklahoma’s Future

by Ponca City Now
By Rep. Ty Burns, R-Pawnee Last week brought historic progress at the Capitol. I’m proud to share that we’ve reached a responsible and conservative budget agreement that delivers real tax relief, protects crucial services and keeps Oklahoma on the right track. Working with House and Senate leadership and Gov. Stitt, we’ve announced a budget that simplifies... Read More.

Historic Price Tower in Bartlesville finds new owner, plans for renovation underway

by KTUL
Bartlesville, Okla. — A National Historic Landmark in Bartlesville is under new ownership. The President of Brickhugger, LLC says they plan to do with the Price Tower something similar to what they did with the Mayo Hotel in Downtown Tulsa. "I hope that whatever they plan, I know that they're keeping sustainability in mind. They're keeping longevity... Read More.

Miss Oklahoma Competition moves to OKC metro after 70 years in Tulsa

by KOKH
OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — The Miss Oklahoma Competition is moving to the OKC metro area after 70 years in Tulsa. The competition is from June 4-7 at the Rose State Performing Arts Center. There are 40 Miss Oklahoma delegates and 33 Miss Oklahoma's Teen delegates who will compete for the title of Miss Oklahoma and Miss... Read More.
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Third Annual Hmong Day held at State Capitol

by Ponca City Now
OKLAHOMA CITY – The 3rd annual Hmong Day was held at the State Capitol on May 15, hosted in partnership with the Hmong American Association of Oklahoma. Sen. Shane Jett, R-Shawnee, formally recognized the Hmong delegation on the Senate floor, honoring the community and the service of the Hmong Vietnam Veterans who served alongside United... Read More.

AMBUC POOL OPENS MAY 26, WENTZ POOL CLOSED FOR SUMMER

by Ponca City Now
The Parks and Recreation Department is excited to announce that AMBUC Pool will open on Memorial Day, Monday, May 26 for the summer. AMBUC Pool will be open daily from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., with Senior/Adult swim from 10:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. The pool will be closed on Wednesdays for maintenance. Admission to AMBUC... Read More.
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NOC to Become Purple Heart College

by Ponca City Now
The Northern Oklahoma College Board of Regents approved a proclamation that makes NOC a Purple Heart College. Regents passed the proclamation at a recent meeting in Enid. The board heard a presentation from Elaine Johns, Executive Director of the Woodring Wall of Honor and Veterans Park in Enid.  Three-time Purple Heart recipient Jack Toney was also... Read More.

‘Shai Cooper Act’ to Take Effect This Year

by Ponca City Now
A pro-family measure streamlining the adoption process for immediate relatives while protecting children will take effect later this year. Rep. Erick Harris, R-Edmond, authored House Bill 2647, which establishes clear provisions on when a court can waive preplacement home studies. It also expands the eligibility for these waivers to include immediate relatives,... Read More.

Bill to Recruit Foster Parents Becomes Law

by Ponca City Now
OKLAHOMA CITY – Legislation from Senate Majority Floor Leader Julie Daniels, R-Bartlesville, to recruit more foster families to serve the thousands of Oklahoma children in need of loving foster homes has become law. Senate Bill 658 has been signed into law to ensure that eligible foster or adoptive parents aren’t excluded from... Read More.
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Smurfs, dragons and aliens: Family movies lean into magic and wonder this summer

by AP
“How to Train Your Dragon” filmmaker Dean DeBlois has heard the “remake fatigue” concerns. In Hollywood’s quest to get family audiences to movie theaters, the industry has often opted to re-package something familiar, lately in the form of a live-action, or hybrid remake. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn’t. That’s part of the reason why... Read More.
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