US shoots down fourth object as China flings new accusation
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The U.S. military had never shot down an object in American airspace before taking out a Chinese balloon off South Carolina earlier this month.
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Is the two-state solution for Israel, Palestine dead? Maybe. But what’s the alternative?
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WASHINGTON — The intractable conflict between Israelis and Palestinians over land, rights and safety has entered a new phase, one plumbing new depths of hatred and radical intransigence that the U.S. government no longer seems in a position to resolve or even mitigate.
Today in History
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Today is the 45th day of 2023 and the 56th day of winter. TODAY’S HISTORY: In 1859, Oregon was admitted as the 33rd U.S.
Tap into PYE event at Vortex Alley Brewing on Feb. 15
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Ponca Young Employees (PYE) will be hosting a Tap into PYE event on Wednesday, Feb. 15 at Vortex Alley Brewing, located at 220 E.
United Way of North Central Oklahoma free Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)
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United Way of North Central Oklahoma Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) site is currently taking appointments. Call the United Way office at 580765-2476. We will also have a translation service available. Please notify us when you make your appointment if you need that service.
NOKHS hosts 2nd Annual Mutt Gala
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Northern Oklahoma Humane Society’s 2nd Annual Mutt Gala was a smash hit on Sat., Feb. 11. People in the community who support Northern Oklahoma Humane Society were able to dress in their best costumes and attend this fundraiser. The Mutt Gala is a costume party designed to raise funds for the animals in Northern Oklahoma without a home, and they did just that. While fundraising for Northern Oklahoma Humane Society, attendees were able to enjoy hors d’oeuvres, drinks, dancing, and so much more.
Wildcat of the Week Ethan Meyer
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The Heather Cannon Wildcat of the Week #15 for the 2022-2023 school year was presented to Po-Hi senior Ethan Meyer. “Ethan is a very impressive young man,” said PCPS Superintendent Shelley Arrott. “All four years of his time at Po-Hi, Ethan has been highly involved in Career Tech and Business Professionals of America, the leading Career and Technical Student Organization. In addition to his classes at Po-Hi, Ethan attends Pioneer Technology Center in the afternoon and is enrolled in the BITE-IT program, taking Cybersecurity, and also serves as a student ambassador at PTC.”
Fatality collision near Tonkawa on Feb. 9
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A fatality collision occurred on Thursday, Feb. 9, at 11:55 pm on I-35 northbound at mile marker 210, one mile south of Tonkawa.
Everyday Cheapskate
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The Wonders of Epsom Salt I can recall vividly -- and count on one hand -- the migraine headaches I’ve had in my life, all of which were before age 10. Once I turned double digits, I outgrew them ...