Sheyla Rivera Named Pioneer Tech Student of the Month

Ponca City, OK----- Pioneer Technology Center is proud to recognize Sheyla Rivera as the Student of the Month for July. Rivera, an adult student from Ponca City, is making remarkable strides in the Practical Nursing (PN) program.“Sheyla is incredibly determined, approaching every challenge with a focused mindset and an unwavering commitment to learning and... Read More.

My Commitment to Conservative Values

By Rep. Molly JenkinsLast week, I had the honor of speaking at the Guthrie Annual Legislative Luncheon, hosted at the Meridian Technology Center. I was joined by several of my fellow lawmakers who also represent portions of Logan County. It was a great opportunity to recap the legislative session and connect with both new... Read More.
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17-year-old Eli Willits from Fort Cobb, No. 1 pick in MLB draft, signs with Nationals for $8.2 million bonus

By PATRICK STEVENS Associated PressWASHINGTON (AP) — Eli Willits didn’t want to waste time before signing his first pro contract. The 17-year-old shortstop is on a tight schedule.Willits agreed with the Washington Nationals on Saturday for an $8.2 million signing bonus, only six days after the club selected him No. 1 overall in Major... Read More.

Legislative Update With Sen. Coleman

Senate Pro Tem Lonnie Paxton recently approved senators’ requests for nearly 75 interim studies that will take place at the Capitol through the late summer and early fall. The House Speaker is still reviewing more than 150 study requests from representatives. Because there’s often overlap between the chambers on key policy issues, a handful... Read More.

University Center Robotics Camps Foster STEM Exploration

The University Center’s LEGO Robotics Camps concluded on Thursday, June 17. For five weeks this summer, the University Center bustled with the activity of 2nd-7th graders engaged in STEM education through LEGO Robotics. Camps included three sessions of WeDo Robotics and one session each of Introductory Robotics, Machines and Mechanisms, and Space Challenge.Approximately 70... Read More.
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NOC Foundation establishes Dr. Floyd and Gayle Dowell Scholarship Fund

The Northern Oklahoma College Foundation, Inc. acknowledges the establishment of the Dr. Floyd and Gayle Dowell Scholarship Fund.  Floyd Dowell has degrees in Agricultural Engineering (A.S. NOC, '81; B.S. OSU '84; M.S. OSU '85; and Ph.D. University of Illinois, 1988) and Gayle Dowell has a B.S. in Mechanical Design Technology (OSU '85).“NOC was a... Read More.

Foursquare Church Laundry Love Friday

Ponca City Foursquare Church’s Laundry Love will be at Spin City Laundromat Friday, July 18th, offering 50 free loads to the community! When: Friday, July 18th|, 1 PM - 4 PM (or until they reach 50 loads)  Where: Spin City Laundromat, 612 N. 1st St, Ponca City, OK How it Works: Limit: 3 loads per household (first... Read More.

Hannah Day Joins Pioneer Technology Center as New Teacher Preparation Instructor

Ponca City, OK ----- Pioneer Technology Center (PTC) is excited to welcome Hannah Day as the new Teacher Preparation Instructor. Day officially began her role on July 1, 2025, following the retirement of long-time instructor Vicki Braden, who served the program with distinction for many years.Originally from Cushing, Oklahoma, Day is a third-generation educator... Read More.