City Commissioners meeting held Nov. 13
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The Ponca City Board of Commissioners held their regular session on Monday, Nov. 13 at City Hall.
News
Ukraine rallies US support as Germany rules out ammunition goal
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Ukraine is trying to win over doubters in the U.S. to back a fresh push against occupying Russian forces before the presidential election.
Push renewed for online child safety bill despite setbacks
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For more than two years, lawmakers have been promising to pass legislation to require tech companies to safeguard kids from harassment, sexual abuse and other harms they face on social media platforms. Now, a key member of Congress says she sees a path to doing so.
New officials elected in Kansas town where newspaper raided. What’s it mean for future?
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The editor of a small Kansas newspaper that was raided by local police in August fears the town will continue to lack transparency after an outspoken councilwoman, whose home was also searched by officers, was replaced last week by voters.
Trump insists on ‘disclaimer’ defense already tossed in NY fraud trial
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As he sat on the witness stand in a New York courtroom last week, Donald Trump reached into his pocket, pulled out a piece of paper and tried to hand it to the judge. Trump explained the document showed the standard disclaimer he used on financial records he sent to lenders — essentially saying they can’t rely on him to tell the truth.
Today in History
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Today is the 319th day of 2023 and the 54th day of autumn. TODAY’S HISTORY: In 1920, the League of Nations held its first assembly in Geneva.
Fresh Start
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Courtesy of Lori Evans Nutrition Education Assistant OSU Community Nutrition Education INGREDIENTS • 1 tablespoon oil (canola, olive, or vegetable) • 1 cup onion, diced (1 medium onion) • 1 clove garlic, minced • 1 1/2 cups reduced sodium chicken broth • 1 cup instant brown rice, uncooked • 2 cups frozen vegetables (broccoli, carrots, corn, mixed vegetables, peas) • 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or cut up) • 3/4 cup cheddar cheese, shredded INSTRUCTIONS 1. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Police Blotter
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Nov. 8, 2023 Open Door - At 4 am, the owner at H-Tea-O advised that an employee possibly left the front door open, and was requesting an officer secure it.
Happenings & Announcements
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THIS WEEKEND AT THE PONCA CITY GOSPEL JUBILEE The Ponca City Gospel Jubilee will feature “Rosie Otoole” Nov. 18th at 6:30 p.m. Rosie has been involved in Music Ministry since 1994. All of her life Rosie has been a very shy person and never dreamed that the Lord would put her up in front of people singing for Him. She sang for the first time in public in 1991. As she slowly began to sing more, she received support and encouragement from family, friends Johnny & Nelda Flanagan, as well as her pastor and the whole congregation at Central Baptist. She then began singing more frequently and in various places such as churches, convalescent homes, ladies retreats, senior citizen groups, fundraisers, political events, etc.
Happenings & Announcements
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MCCORD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT SEEKING CANDIDATES The Board of Education of McCord Public School District hereby announces that statutorily qualified individuals interested in running as a candidate for the #1 seat on the McCord School board of Education may file to run as a candidate for this seat at the Osage County Election Board between the hours of 8:00 am and 5:00 pm, Monday, December 4, 2023, through Wednesday, December 6, 2023.