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Police Blotter

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Sept. 28, 2023 Theft/Shoplifting - At 1:54 am, the reporting party requested an officer in reference to a stolen truck. Language barrier. Vehicle was located and returned at Ponca and Osage. Officer took one female juvenile into custody.
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Gold Awards:

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The Ponca City Development Authority (PCDA) has emerged as a shining star on the economic development stage, securing four prestigious gold awards from the International Economic Development Council (IEDC). In recognition of its exemplary efforts, PCDA has been honored for its outstanding contributions in talent development and retention, partnerships in education, business retention and expansion, as well as innovative programs and initiatives.

Top Oklahoma lawmakers mull ways to make state budget process more transparent

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Critics say the closed-door budget process is opaque OKLAHOMA CITY — Facing criticism that their state budget process is secretive, legislative leaders pledged to increase the transparency surrounding how lawmakers craft a massive spending plan appropriating billions of taxpayer dollars. In calling for a special legislative session, Gov.

Free workshop to focus on environmental law enforcement

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STILLWATER, Okla. – Illegal roadside dumps continue to adversely affect the back roads of Oklahoma. To help combat this issue, Oklahoma State University Extension is partnering with the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality and the U.S. Department of Agriculture-Rural Development to host an Oklahoma Environmental Law Enforcement Training Seminar in Oklahoma City.
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Oklahoma Senate rebuffs Stitt, abruptly ends special legislative session

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Lawmakers take no action on income tax cuts OKLAHOMA CITY — Mere hours after lawmakers gaveled in Tuesday for a special legislative session on tax cuts and budget transparency, the Senate abruptly adjourned without addressing any of Gov. Kevin Stitt’s demands for income tax reductions.