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Spring Ladies Night in Downtown Ponca Friday March 3

Thursday, March 2

Spring Ladies Night is in full swing on Friday, March 3rd. From 5-9pm, local downtown businesses join together for a night of treats, sips, specials, and savings! This is an event designed for women to shop and get lots of special deals- and even grab a bite to eat... Read More.

“Shop Ponca First” Receipt Campaign & Giveaway Starts Wednesday

Tuesday, January 31

The Ponca City Chamber has announced the return of their annual "Shop Ponca First" receipt campaign to encourage shopping local.Starting tomorrow (Feb. 1) save your receipts, write your name and phone number on the back, and drop them off at the Chamber Office.On Tuesday, Feb. 28th at 5 p.m.... Read More.

Filing Begins for Offices in Braman, Kaw City, Newkirk and Tonkawa

Tuesday, January 31

Candidates interested in filing for office in Braman, Kaw City, Newkirk and Tonkawa municipalities will file Declarations of Candidacy beginning at 8:00 a.m. on Monday February 6, 2023. Carol Leaming, Secretary of the Kay County Election Board, said Declaration of Candidacy forms must be completed and submitted to the County... Read More.

Rep. John Pfeiffer: Preparing for the Legislative Session

Monday, January 30

The First Session of the 59th Legislature begins at noon Feb. 6 with the governor delivering his annual State of the State Address. The governor will outline his hopes for the Fiscal Year 2024 budget. It's up to the Legislature, however, to determine appropriations for state agencies to fund... Read More.

OSU Has Very “Grounded” Connection to This Week’s NFL Games

Wednesday, January 25

(STILLWATER, Oklahoma, January 25, 2023) — The NFL’s final two playoff games this Sunday, Jan. 29 will be played on football fields with a base of turfgrass developed at Oklahoma State University. The Philadelphia Eagles will host the San Francisco 49ers and the Chiefs will host the Cincinnati Bengals, both on... Read More.

Wildcat Wednesday at East Middle School

Wednesday, January 25

As East Middle School students continue to focus on the Wildcat Way, Sergeant Kincaid spoke to EMS students about the three types of discipline: active, reactive and proactive. He practices Jiu-Jitsu in a local dojo which is a method of proactive discipline. At the end of the presentation this morning,... Read More.

Tonkawa Enterprizes Buys Sun ‘n’ Fun – Opening Memorial Weekend

Friday, January 20

Sun 'n' Fun Waterpark will reopen this summer with a new name and new owners. Tonkawa Enterprizes has purchased the attraction from Ken and Marcie Batschelett, and is working on renovations and a Memorial Weekend opening.The park will now be called The Hub H20 Family Waterpark, and you... Read More.

Linda Williamson Named Kay County 2022 Lifetime Gardener

Friday, January 20

Pictured: Mary Lynn Taylor, recognition chair presents Linda Williamson, with her lifetime gardener yard stake.Each year the Kay County Master Gardeners recognize an outstanding member of their organization. The Lifetime Gardener for the 2022 year is Linda Williamson of Kaw City, OK and was awarded at the December 2022... Read More.

NOC Offering Pickleball to the Public Through Feb. 5th

Friday, January 20

The Northern Oklahoma College Tonkawa Wellness Center is hosting open play for Pickleball Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m., Tuesday and Thursday evening from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. and Saturday from 8 a.m. – 11 a.m. The open play runs Jan. 23 – Feb.... Read More.

Tonkawa Grow Operation a Total Loss after Fire

Friday, January 20

Smoke filled the skies over Tonkawa yesterday and was visible for miles after the marijuana grow facility at 105 North Main in the downtown area caught fire. According to KFOR, the facility been declared by officials to be a total loss.The fire started just before 9:30 Thursday morning and... Read More.