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Larry Buck Retires From PTC Board of Education After 23 Years

Wednesday, July 15

Larry Buck, long-time Pioneer Technology Center (PTC) board member and current President of the Board, announced his retirement at this month’s board meeting. “Pioneer Tech has greatly benefited by Larry Buck's 23 years of board service to the district. We are grateful Larry dedicated his time to his community and... Read More.

Oklahoma breaks record with 1,075 new positive COVID-19 cases, Kay County sees ninth virus-related death

Wednesday, July 15

The state of Oklahoma broke a record on Wednesday, July 15, for the most positive COVID-19 cases reported in a single day. The Oklahoma State Department of Health documented 1,075 new positive COVID-19 cases, putting the state's total to 22,813 cases since testing started. Data shows that 5,447 cases... Read More.

Face Masks to be required at Walmart starting July 20

Wednesday, July 15

Walmart has announced that it will soon require customers to wear face masks inside its stores. This new policy will begin July 20 and will impact more than 5,000 Walmart and Sam’s Club locations. The retail giant says 65% of its stores are already located in areas where there is... Read More.

Po-Hi Offers Many Options for Students & Parents to Receive Information

Wednesday, July 15

The Ponca City High School administration would like to give parents and students an additional conduit for communication to share information about Po-Hi such as reopening plans, schedule pick-up, and other events or announcements throughout the school year. The ““Remind”” messaging service will be used this year for communication with... Read More.

Pedestrian killed in accident south of Stillwater

Wednesday, July 15

A fatality collision occurred at approximately 11:29 p.m. Tuesday night on U.S. 177 just south of 32nd Avenue, approximately 1 mile south of Stillwater in Payne County.Avery Stinnett, 24, of Jones, OK. was driving a black 2018 Dodge Journey southbound on U.S. 177 in the outside lane. A black... Read More.

NJCAA delays sports seasons until Jan. 2021, NOC included

Tuesday, July 14

As per an NJCAA decision on Monday, Northern Oklahoma College and two-year institutions across the country are delaying athletic seasons until the spring semester. All teams will prepare for their seasons during the fall semester. Men’s and women’s basketball, baseball, and softball competition will begin Jan. 22, 2021. Men’s and women’s... Read More.

PCPS Supeirintent Creates Video Explaining the District’s “Return to Learn” Plan

Tuesday, July 14

PCPS Superintendent Shelley Arrott has created an informational video to explain the district’s “Return to Learn” Plan for the 2020-2021 school year. She explains the three learning options and some of the layers of protections the district will be implementing to ensure safety. Each school principal will also be... Read More.

OSDH reports 993 new COVID-19 cases on Tuesday, three new cases for Kay County

Tuesday, July 14

The Oklahoma State Department of Health set a record on Tuesday, July 14, for the most amount of new positive COVID-19 cases in a single day. OSDH is reporting 993 new positive cases, putting Oklahoma's overall total to 21,738 cases since testing started, and 5,103 cases are active.Kay County... Read More.

Heat Advisory in effect Tuesday

Tuesday, July 14

The National Weather Service has placed Kay County and surrounding areas under a Heat Advisory for Tuesday, lasting from noon until 6 p.m.Ponca City looks to have a high temperature near 99 with a heat index near 104. Some parts of Oklahoma could see a heat index as high... Read More.

Payne County sees second virus-related death, two new COVID-19 cases for Kay County

Monday, July 13

The Oklahoma State Department of Health is reporting 510 new positive COVID-19 cases for Monday, July 13. There have been 20,745 cases since testing started, and 4,930 cases are active.Kay County is reporting two new COVID-19 cases, putting the county's overall total at 126 cases, 8 deaths and 99... Read More.