May 2026

31 stories this issue

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Trout Funeral Home

Trout Funeral Home has served Ponca City families since 1936, operating continuously under founding principles of character, confidence, value and trust through multiple ownership transitions.

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A Corner of a Foreign Field

A Ponca City resident reflects on visiting the American cemetery at Normandy, where nearly 10,000 soldiers—including several Oklahomans—rest overlooking Omaha Beach.

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The Modern Food Paradox

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National PTSD Awareness Month

June is National PTSD Awareness Month. Severe weather can trigger lasting psychological impacts and PTSD symptoms in Oklahomans who've experienced traumatic storms.

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Marland Roundup Club Preserves Western Heritage

The Marland Roundup Club preserves Western heritage by mentoring young riders and hosting equestrian events that develop foundational rodeo skills and build community.

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Real Encounters: Retirement

Mark Love retires from Cherokee Strip Credit Union after 23 years of IT service, leaving behind systems, processes, and institutional knowledge that only he understands.

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Fun for the Family: Ponca City Disc Golf

Ponca City's four-course disc golf circuit—headlined by the challenging Bois D'Arc course—has become a regional destination attracting professional players and weekend enthusiasts alike.

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From Herndon to Homecoming: Why College Traditions Endure

College traditions—from Naval Academy monument climbs to Iowa's hospital wave—create lasting identity and pride among students while strengthening bonds between campus and community.

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Aviation

Learn how to craft the Aviation cocktail, a classic gin drink that disappeared for decades before the craft cocktail movement revived it in the 2000s.

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Chamber Connection

The Ponca City Area Chamber of Commerce launches Red, White, and Rodeo, a June social media campaign offering weekly $100 gift card drawings and a $600 grand prize for shopping at local businesses.

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Once in a Lifetime

Ponca City celebrates America's 250th birthday with a full season of events from June through July 2026, marking a milestone that won't come around again for another 50 years.

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Finding the Best Steaks in Ponca City

Ponca City has excellent local sources for quality steaks. Learn how to select the right cut by understanding muscle type, marbling, and fat content from local butchers and experts.

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