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Kristi Hayes named the new Ponca City Board of Education Clerk and Executive Assistant to the Superintendent

Wednesday, May 11

Kristi Hayes, Public Information Coordinator for Ponca City Public Schools, has been named the new Ponca City Board of Education Clerk and Executive Assistant to the Superintendent beginning July 1, 2022. In addition, she will continue to serve the district as Public Information Coordinator.Kristi spent 25 years in journalism... Read More.

BREAKING: Individuals Found At Gasino With Gunshot Wounds Identified

Tuesday, May 10

The Cowley County Sheriff’s Office has released the names of the four individuals who were found with gunshot wounds at the 7 Clans Gasino north of Newkirk early in the morning on May 3. According to a news release from the sheriff’s office Tuesday afternoon, the individuals at the Gasino... Read More.

Cowley College Machine Tool Students Tour Galaxy Technologies In Winfield

Tuesday, May 10

The Cowley College Machine Tool Technology class from the Sumner Campus in Wellington was on-site at Galaxy Technologies in Winfield Monday.According to a news release from Cowley, Daniel Brooks, Cowley College Career and Technical Education instructor, brought five of his students to learn more about Galaxy’s machining and tooling... Read More.

Junebug Jog Adds Cycling For 33rd Year

Tuesday, May 10

Registration is open for the Winfield community’s 33rd Annual Junebug Jog events on Saturday, June 11, hosted by William Newton Hospital, Winfield Recreation Commission, and Walnut Valley Outpost.“Our goal is to promote health, wellness, and active lifestyles for people of all ages in Winfield and the surrounding communities,” William... Read More.

Areas of Kaw Lake closed due to flooding

Tuesday, May 10

As of Monday, May 9, the following areas are closed at Kaw Lake due to flooding: Osage Cove low water ramp Sandy Beach swim area Mcfadden Cove courtesy dock Mcfadden Cove Day Use area Coon Creek boat ramp and sites 34 - 40 Sarge Creek courtesy dock and sites 1 -6 and 27-29 Washunga Bay courtesy... Read More.

School Board to Recognize Retired Employees

Monday, May 9

The Ponca City Board of Education will recognize all district employees who have been retired since Nov. 2021 at the monthly board meeting at 6 p.m. tonight. Each employee will be presented with a token of the district’s appreciation for all their years of service.Administrators retiring include Carla Fry,... Read More.

Lake Ponca Campgrounds open Friday

Monday, May 9

The Lake Ponca Campground opens up for the season this Friday, May 13. RV Sites(Electric & Water) are $25 per night. Tent sites are $15 per night. There is also a dump station on site. All RV and tent sites can be reserved online! You can now reserve your camp... Read More.

PCPS hiring Paint Crew and Carpenter Assistant for the Summer

Monday, May 9

Ponca City Public Schools is seeking applicants this Summer (June & July). This is for the Paint Crew and Carpenter Assistant. You can apply online at www.pcps.us. If you have any questions, please contact Tony Smith at 580-767-8085 or [email protected]. Apply at https://poncacity.tedk12.com/hire/Index.aspx. Current support employees make their... Read More.

2022 Po-Hi Symphony Orchestra Senior Concerto Concert set for Friday

Monday, May 9

The 2022 Po-Hi Symphony Orchestra Senior Concerto Concert on Friday, May 13 at 7 p.m. at the Ponca City Schools Concert Hall. Works will include Procession of the Sardar, You Raise Me Up, Pirates of the Caribbean and others conducted by Paula Cochran, Katie Rolf, Andrew Orr, Britany Lawrence, Joshua... Read More.

PCPS Attendance Reminders

Monday, May 9

Please remember, it is the parent’s or guardian’s responsibility to notify the school by phone or written message when a student is to miss one or more classes.For the safety of your children, parents should call the site attendance office the morning of the day the student is to... Read More.

Ponca City Police requesting help in identifying purse thief

Wednesday, May 4

On 04-25-22 at approximately 3:40 pm officers responded to the Dollar General located at 211 W. Hartford Ave in reference to a theft of a purse. The victim stated she left her purse in her cart and left the store. She took her purchases to her vehicle and a... Read More.

City of Ponca City shares reminder about storm shelters

Wednesday, May 4

The City of Ponca City does not maintain public storm shelters. At this time there are no buildings that meet the construction specifications established by Texas Tech University's Wind Science and Engineering Department, and adopted by FEMA. In addition, there are a number of reasons why relying on a... Read More.