Collision on Hubbard Road results in fatality
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A fatality collision occurred at approximately 3 am on Saturday, Feb. 3 on Hubbard Road just west of Waverly, and 0.3 miles west of Ponca City.
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Early voting starts Thursday
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Early voting begins Thursday March 2, 2023 for voters in Kay County, for the State Question 820 Initiative Petition No. 434. Voters who will not be able to make it to the polls on Election Day, have the option of voting early at their County Election Board.
Melody Hart Family and Friends perform at the Poncan Theatre
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Award winning Melody Hart Family and Friends performed at the Poncan Theatre on Sat., Feb. 25. Traveling all the way from Branson, Missouri, these talented musicians came to Ponca City to entertain the community. Not only was the concert filled with classic country and amazing artists, but comedian Jarrett Dougherty also performed during this event.
Ponca Politics legislative update held on Feb. 24
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A Ponca Politics legislative forum was held on Friday, Feb. 24 at Commission Chambers at City Hall.
Happenings and Announcements
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ANNUAL SPRING CLEAN UP, APRIL 22 THRU APRIL 29 Ponca City’s Annual Spring Cleanup will be held April 22 thru April 29 for Ponca City residents. Solid Waste crews will pick up most trash and haul it away, or residents can haul it to the landfill themselves and get rid of it for free.
Oklahoma AG finds no legal justification for state-sponsored Catholic charter school
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The state’s attorney general withdrew a previous opinion that opened the door for religious charter schools and is urging a state board to “use caution” in considering a Catholic school application.
Oklahoma officials warn new WOTUS rule poses complications for farmers
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WASHINGTON – Oklahoma officials are challenging a new rule that expands federal regulation of water bodies over concern for its effect on the nation’s farmers. This new rule, effective March 20, will redefine the term “waters of the United States” under the Clean Water Act, restoring some of the federal government’s jurisdiction over bodies of water in the country that was removed under a Trump administration revision.
Police Blotter
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Prowler - At 12:04 am on Feb. 23, the reporting party advised someone kept pounding on her window at 1503 E.
Oklahoma Tourism & Recreation Department launches new ‘Imagine That’ campaign
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The campaign highlights the state’s unique attractions and dreamworthy experience OKLAHOMA CITY — The Oklahoma Tourism & Recreation Department announced Monday that it has launched a new “Imagine That” tourism marketing campaign. “Imagine That,” the state’s official branding tagline, illustrates Oklahoma’s lifestyle-rich opportunities that inspire visitors to dream big.