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Oklahoma sees more than 10,000 COVID-19 cases over the weekend

Monday, January 11

The Oklahoma State Department of Health is reporting 10,776 new positive COVID-19 cases for Saturday and Sunday. Oklahoma's seen 331,362 COVID-19 cases overall as 42,956 cases are active.A total of 58 virus-related deaths were documented over the weekend to put Oklahoma's death toll to 2,761.Kay County saw an increase... Read More.

Northern Oklahoma College President Cheryl Evans Announces Retirement Plans: Evans Sets Retirement for June 30, 2021

Monday, January 11

After serving 10 years as Northern Oklahoma College president, Dr. Cheryl Evans announced her plans to retire effective June 30, 2021. “After much reflection over the winter break, I determined that the timing is right for my personal life and the life of this historic 120-year-old college,” Evans said. “In the back... Read More.

Kay County Health Department administering COVID -19 vaccine Tuesdays and Thursdays

Monday, January 11

The Kay County Health Department will be administering the COVID-19 vaccine BY APPOINTMENT ONLY to those 65 and older while continuing to serve first responders and healthcare workers. Please click the link directly below to schedule your appointment. The vaccinations will be done on Tuesdays and Thursdays only for the next... Read More.

New virus-related death for Ponca City, Over 5,000 new COVID-19 cases statewide

Friday, January 8

The Oklahoma State Department of Health is reporting 5,232 new positive COVID-19 cases for Friday, Jan. 8. Oklahoma's seen 320,586 COVID-19 cases overall as 37,453 cases are active.A total of 31 virus-related deaths were documented on Friday to put Oklahoma's death toll to 2,703. One in Kay County for... Read More.

Ponca City Police searching for suspects involved in early morning gas station robbery

Thursday, January 7

Early this morning around 2 a.m., the Triple T Conoco gas station located at Hartford and Union was robbed by three individuals. They took an undisclosed amount of cash. Investigators are asking for the publics assistance in trying to identify the subjects in the attached pictures. Anyone wishing to provide... Read More.

Three new virus-related deaths for Kay County, Over 3,000 new COVID-19 cases statewide

Thursday, January 7

The Oklahoma State Department of Health is reporting 3,781 new positive COVID-19 cases for Thursday, Jan. 7. Oklahoma's seen 315,354 COVID-19 cases overall as 34,854 cases are active.A total of 39 virus-related deaths were documented on Thursday to put Oklahoma's death toll to 2,672. Three deaths were reported for... Read More.

Stillwater unites to support Martin Luther King Jr.’s dream

Thursday, January 7

(STILLWATER, OKLAHOMA / January 6, 2021) – Stillwater Community United is planning a relay march through town on Monday, Jan 18, in remembrance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and to show support for racial unity within the community. Due to public health concerns, the celebration will not be... Read More.

City of Ponca City to observe Martin Luther King Day

Thursday, January 7

The City of Ponca City will observe Monday, January 18, as a City Holiday:• Residential Refuse WILL NOT BE PICKED UP Monday, January 18, and RESUME Tuesday, January 19. Contact Tim McNew, Solid Waste Superintendent, 767-0411 • Ponca City Landfill will CLOSE Monday, January 18, and will REOPEN Tuesday, January 19. Contact... Read More.

Six new virus-related deaths for Kay County, 3,305 new COVID-19 cases statewide

Wednesday, January 6

The Oklahoma State Department of Health is reporting 3,305 new positive COVID-19 cases for Wednesday, Jan. 6. Oklahoma's seen 311,573 COVID-19 cases overall as 34,283 cases are active.A total of 62 virus-related deaths were documented on Wednesday to put Oklahoma's death toll to 2,633. Six deaths were for Kay... Read More.

COVID-19 vaccination event to be held at Ponca City’s Unity Gym on Thursday

Wednesday, January 6

According to the Kay County Health Department, the location of the COVID-19 vaccination event on January 7, 2021 has been changed to Unity Gym, 1908 E. Woodland Road in Ponca City. All other testing information you have received for this event is accurate. You must be pre-registered to... Read More.

East Middle School FCCLA Students Participate in Virtual District N4 STAR Event Competition

Tuesday, January 5

East Middle School FCCLA (Family, Career, Community, Leaders of America) recently participated in the Virtual District N4 STAR Event Competition. STAR (Students Taking Action with Recognition) Events are competitive events in which members compete at the region/district, state, and national levels and are recognized for proficiency and achievement in chapter and individual... Read More.

Free Will Baptist Church Donates Coats and Gift Cards to Multiple Schools

Tuesday, January 5

Free Will Baptist Church in Ponca City graciously donated 50 warm coats and Aldi gift cards for Ponca City Public School students at multiple schools across the district. Pictured are a few of the sites that benefited from the church’s generosity. Pictured Top L-R: Pastor Adam Phillips at Washington... Read More.