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Ranch Drive, Blackwell and Tonkawa add new fire trucks
PONCA CITY — Ranch Drive, Blackwell and Tonkawa are celebrating the purchases of new fire trucks. Blackwell and Ranch Drive used funds collected through the Kay County Fire Sales Tax that was passed on Nov. 8, 2022, (see story) for the purchases. Tonkawa will use the sales tax fund to purchase equipment for the truck.
City announces Splash Pad will remain open despite pool closure
The City of Blackwell confirmed Friday morning that the Splash Pad at the Blackwell Memorial Pool will remain open for the 2024 Summer Season in the wake of yesterday's abrupt pool closure. The Splash Pad will remain free to the public and will be open from 8 a.m. - 9...
Blackwell Chamber seeking donations for teachers
The Blackwell Area Chamber of Commerce is seeking donations for their annual Back to School Breakfast which will be held for Blackwell Public School teachers and staff on August 13. Monetary donations and gift certificates are being accepted through August 1. Those wishing to donate can contact the Chamber of...
TWISTERS movie mentions Blackwell Library; features local storm chaser
This weekend saw the release of the highly anticipated feature film “Twisters” from Universal Studios and Warner Bros Discovery which opened to a staggering $80 million dollars, well beyond even the most lofty industry projections. The film acts as a “stand-alone” sequel to the 1996 film “Twister” which,...
Jail bookings July 15-25
The following information is provided by the Kay County Detention Center. Those booked in the county jail July 15-25 include:. Jody Forrest Angel, 54, Ponca City, firearm charges. Joseph Atijar, 30, Ponca City, embezzlement of bank fund. Roy Dean Atkins, 51, Newkirk, obstruction. Kristen Doss Baker, 30, Ponca City, child...
Republican Vice Presidential nominee JD Vance raises millions during OKC fundraiser
OKLAHOMA CITY — On Friday, Republican nominee for Vice President JD Vance flew to Oklahoma for a private fundraiser that netted millions in just a few hours. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here. Leading state Republicans, including Gov. Kevin Stitt and Sen. Markwayne Mullin said...
Late comeback, brilliant playoff birdie lift ORU’s Johnson to OGA State Amateur Championship
Christian Johnson spent his 2023-24 redshirt season at Oral Roberts wisely, gaining 15 pounds of muscle in the weight room and 25 yards off the tee while working hard on his game. The 2023 Class 3A state champion at Christian Heritage Academy in Oklahoma City persevered Friday just as he...
‘Everyone Has to Follow the Law’: Total Wine Loses Appeal With Administrative Judge to Set Up Shop in Oklahoma
Oklahoma News 4 reported on Thursday that Total Wine lost its appeal with an administrative judge about the state granting it a liquor license to set up shop. The big box retailer pushed back against the state's ABLE Commission's denial of the license, claiming the state's reasoning was unconstitutional and "entirely contrary to the law of the land," in mid-July. The judge had 15 days to make the decision and ended up ruling in favor of the state. "Everyone has to follow the law and the rules," said Assistant Director of the ABLE Commission, Lori Carter to Oklahoma News 4. "Under the...
Oklahoma’s Over-the-Top Mansion Complex Is For Sale For $17Million
Some incredible homes have hit the Oklahoma real estate market in the last few years. There's no shortage of incredible dream homes across the Sooner State, and while they all commanded extremely high prices, nothing comes close to the 36 Acres estate in OKC - listed at $17 Million - but you get a ton of home for that eight-digit purchase price.
Oklahoma Tourism Department highlights local spots after Twisters box office success
OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — The Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department (OTRD) is highlighting some key locations after a successful opening weekend for the locally filmed movie, "Twisters". The film brought in $81.2 million at the domestic box office on opening weekend. “Not only did ‘Twisters’ double initial box office...
Cold Case investigators from 3 states return to Oklahoma strip pit
CRAIG COUNTY, Okla. (KOAM) — Investigators from multiple agencies come together again at a strip pit in the southeast part of the county seeking to locate evidence regarding cold cases in different jurisdictions.
Oklahoma ranked among the worst in the nation for women's health care
OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma ranked among the worst states in the United States for women’s health and reproductive care, according to a new national health scorecard. Ranked at 48, only Texas and Mississippi performed worse. The state’s most recent maternal mortality rate is 31.9 deaths per 100,000 live births, above the national average of 26.3 deaths,...
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