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Critics of the Ruling Against Biden’s Anti-’Misinformation’ Crusade See No Threat to Freedom of Speech

9 months ago By News Staff

The Response to the Decision Illustrates the Alarming Erosion of Bipartisan Support for the First Amendment Last week, a federal judge in Louisiana issued a preliminary injunction that bars a long list of federal officials and agencies from encouraging social media platforms to suppress politically disfavored speech. The response to that decision starkly illustrates an alarming erosion of bipartisan support for the evenhanded application of free speech principles.

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Field Day for Ham Radio

9 months ago By News Staff

The Kay County Amateur Radio Club (KCARC) held its annual “Summer Field Day” on June 24, 2023. This was the first time that the event was held at the VFW Post 1201, Building at 2821 East Prospect. There were four setups broadcasting using various modes from phone to CW (Morse Code) and digital. An unsuccessful attempt was made to connect to the International Space Station, but we were not set up in time to make contact. The setup for this event started at 10:00 am and the broadcast began at 12:00 noon and went until 5:30 pm when the equipment was disassembled and packed away. During the operation we made a total of 266 contacts all over the world.

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EPD expert warns of fentanyl dangers

9 months ago By Suzie Byrd Enid News & Eagle, Okla.

Jul. 12—A large crowd gathered at Autry Technology Center on Tuesday night to listen to a presentation by Enid Police Department concerning the dangers of fentanyl.

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Experimental drug that regrows teeth could be ready by decade’s end

9 months ago By Nancy Clanton The Atlanta Journal- Constitution

Scientists in Japan have developed a drug that can regrow teeth, and they’re nearly ready to begin human trials. While conducting research on mice a few ago, the team discovered those rodents missing the gene needed to produce the protein USAG-1 would grow extra teeth.

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Business Council meeting held on July 11

9 months ago By Calley Lamar Calley@poncacitynews.com

The Ponca City Chamber of Commerce Business Council held their regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, July 11, at 8 am. Ben Evans called the meeting to order.

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Law enforcement groups raise concerns on potential budget cuts

9 months ago By Ryan Tarinelli Cq-roll Call

WASHINGTON -- Law enforcement groups have raised concerns that potential fiscal 2024 cuts sought by House Republicans could hamper state and local agencies at a time when they face headwinds with recruitment and retention.

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City Commissioners meeting held July 10

9 months ago By Calley Lamar Calley@poncacitynews.com

The Ponca City Board of Commissioners held their regular monthly session on Monday, July 10 at 5:30 pm at City Hall. Mayor Homer Nicholson called the meeting to order.

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State Election Board launches online voter registration

9 months ago By News Staff

(Oklahoma City) – The Oklahoma State Election Board has launched its new Online Voter Registration System, State Election Board Secretary Paul Ziriax (pronounced ZEER’-iks) announced. The new online system allows individuals to complete and submit a Voter Registration Application electronically following a match of data from the applicant’s Oklahoma Driver License or State Identification Card.

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Molly Kyler receives designation from the International Economic Development Council

9 months ago By News Staff

Ponca City, OK – Molly Kyler, Executive Director of Business and Industry Services at Pioneer Technology Center (PTC), earned the designation of Certified Economic Developer (CEcD), a national recognition that denotes a mastery of skills in economic development, professional attainment, and a commitment to personal and professional growth. The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) is a non-profit membership organization serving economic developers. With more than 5,000 members, IEDC is the largest organization of its kind.

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THE PONCA

9 months ago By News Staff

THE PONCA City Chamber of Commerce held a Cash Mob event at Frocks & Fashions, located at 213 E. Grand Ave., on Tuesday, July 11 at 11:30 am. Frocks & Fashions is a bridal and prom shop with a variety of dresses and jewelry. (Photo by Calley Lamar)

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