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Two killed in accident on I-35 near Billings Saturday night

Monday, April 18

The Oklahoma Highway Patrol reports that two people were killed in an accident Saturday night on Interstate 35 near Billings in Noble County. Sources such as News on 6 in Tulsa state that the accident happened just after 5:30 p.m. A Ford F-150 was traveling northbound on I-35 before losing control... Read More.

City of Ponca City observing Good Friday today

Friday, April 15

The City of Ponca City will observe GOOD FRIDAY today, which is Friday the 15th: • Residential Refuse WILL NOT BE PICKED UP Friday April 15, and WILL RESUME Monday, April 18. Contact: Tim McNew, Solid Waste Superintendent, at 767-0411 • Ponca City Landfill will CLOSE Friday, April 15, OPEN Saturday, April... Read More.

Former Kay County Corrections officer convicted of facilitating white supremacist assault on Black inmates

Friday, April 15

A former Kay County Corrections Officer is convicted of facilitating white supremacist assault on Black inmates. The following is from the United States Dept. Of Justice: “The evidence and testimony revealed that, on May 18, 2017, while Ware served as the Lieutenant of the KCDC, he ordered lower-ranking corrections officers... Read More.

BOE Approves HALO Smart Sensors

Friday, April 15

The Ponca City Board of Education recently approved an agreement with Johnson Controls for HALO Smart Sensors to be installed at Po-Hi and West Middle School. The sensors detect vape use as well as noise detection. Adam Leaming, Director of Operations for Ponca City Public Schools, said the district is... Read More.

Two suspects involved in Sunday shooting facing charges

Friday, April 15

*UPDATE* On Sunday, April 10 at approximately 4:54 p.m., officers responded to 350 S. Birch in reference to a shooting. Upon arrival officers found Shawn Wood, 29 year old W/M, inside the residence suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Wood was transported to Alliance Health in Ponca City. He was later... Read More.

Otoe-Missouria Community Building hosting COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Pod on April 20

Friday, April 15

The Otoe-Missouria Community Building will be hosting a COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Pod on Wednesday, April 20 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This is for adults and minors. They will be offering 1st and 2nd dose vaccines for Pfizer, Moderna and J&J to those who qualify. Please bring your vaccine... Read More.

Ponca City Commission approves ice-skating rink and new 2-way radio communications equipment

Thursday, April 14

Under New Business at Monday’s meeting, the City Commission approved a resolution by the Board of Commissioners of the City of Ponca City, Oklahoma pledging $25,000.00 from the Hotel/Motel Tax Fund for the purchase of a synthetic ice-skating rink to be operated by Ponca City Main Street as a... Read More.

Two suspects involved in Sunday homicide arrested

Wednesday, April 13

Ponca City Police reported that the two suspects involved in the Sunday homicide at 350 South Birch. The victim, Shawn Wood, 29, died Sunday evening at AllianceHealth Ponca City due to gunshot wounds. Logan Peters and Martha Yahola were arrested shortly after 11 a.m. Tuesday at 420 S. Palm. Probable murder... Read More.

Ponca City Board of Commissioners met in regular session on April 11

Wednesday, April 13

The Ponca City Board of Commissioners met in regular session on April 11, 2022. Mayor Homer Nicholson called the meeting to order, which was followed by the pledge of allegiance. Commissioners Bodick and Taylor were present. Commissioners Chapman and Scott were absent. Ceremonies and Proclamations Under Ceremonies and Proclamations, the following... Read More.

Health Dept. Report Says A Third Of Winfield, Ark City Residents Had COVID

Wednesday, April 13

By BRADY BAUMANThe City-Cowley County Health Department reports several Cowley County communities had 25 percent or more of its population infected with COVID-19 throughout the pandemic.According to a news release from the health department, Winfield and Ark City communities saw a third of its residents test positive for the... Read More.

Informational meeting for PCPS 2023 trip to Peru schedule for April 19

Wednesday, April 13

On Tuesday, April 19 at 6 p.m. in the Po-Hi Assembly Center, there will be an informational meeting for the PCPS trip to Peru scheduled for July 2023. All PCPS parents, students, faculty and staff are encouraged to attend this meeting to learn more about this amazing travel opportunity hosted... Read More.

Ponca City Fire Department shares reminder as temperatures warm up

Wednesday, April 13

As temperatures are getting warmer the Ponca City Fire Department would like to remind citizens to be extra vigilant in activities that may lead to accidental fires, including improper use of barbecue grills and improper disposal of hot ashes from barbecue grills or carelessly discarding smoking materials. Barbecue grills, gas... Read More.