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Oklahoma Well Owner Network adding libraries to its mix
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STILLWATER, Okla. – The Oklahoma Well Owner Network has expanded to libraries after receiving the USDA-National Institute of Food and Agriculture Rural Health and Safety Education grant.
Today in History
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Today is the 335th day of 2023 and the 70th day of autumn. TODAY’S HISTORY: In 1913, the Ford Motor Company began operation of its first assembly line.
Suicides in US hit historic high in 2022, driven by increase among older adults
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Rising rates of suicide among older adults drove the number of such deaths to a historic high in the United States last year, even as suicide declined among youth, according to a report released Wednesday by researchers at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Today in History
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Today is the 334th day of 2023 and the 69th day of autumn. TODAY’S HISTORY: In 1782, provisional articles of peace were signed in Paris between Britain and the United States, under which Britain recognized U.S.
Police Blotter
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Nov. 23, 2023 Indecent Exposure - At 1:50 am, the reporting party advised of a male and female behind a business at 601 W.
Oklahoma fundraising campaign hopes to wipe out over $76,000 in school lunch debt
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OKLAHOMA CITY — A fundraiser aims to relieve more than $76,000 in lunch debt for Oklahoma students, as struggles with outstanding meal fees continue in schools. That total would cover overdue cafeteria bills from seven school districts across the state.
Happenings & Announcements
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TONKAWA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE GETTING INTO THE CHRISTMAS SPIRIT The Tonkawa Chamber of Commerce is seeking parade entries for the Olde Tyme Christmas parade. The parade is on Thursday, November 30, 2023, at 6:30 pm.
Railroad mural project completed
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In 2022, local artists Theresa and Jeremy Sacket began work on painting Ponca City themed murals on the walls of the Highland underpass walls. This art project followed the replacement of the deck of the Union Street Bridge over Highland Ave., and came about when Theresa Sacket contacted Traffic Engineering Manager Mike Lane about her desire to paint the underpass.
November Chamber Board meeting
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The Ponca City Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors Committee held their regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 28 at 11 am.