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Next high risk priority groups in Phase 2 can get COVID-19 vaccine

Monday, February 22 by Lyman James

Starting today, the Oklahoma State Department of Health is starting to vaccinate the next high risk priority groups outlined in phase 2.This includes:Oklahomans under 65 with comorbidities. Teachers and Staff in Pre-K-12 schools and educational settings.Comorbid conditions outlined in the plan include but are not limited to hypertension, obesity, cardiovascular disease, Down syndrome,... Read More.

OSDH reporting 1,036 new COVID-19 cases for Sunday

Monday, February 22 by Lyman James

The Oklahoma State Department of Health is reporting 1,036 new COVID-19 cases on Sunday, Feb. 21. Oklahoma’s seen 419,354 COVID-19 cases overall as 15,356 cases are active.Twenty-six additional virus-related deaths were documented Sunday to put Oklahoma’s death toll to 4,181.Kay County has seen 5,048 COVID-19 cases, 73 deaths and 4,807 recoveries. There are currently... Read More.

Two earthquakes shake Grant County Thursday and Friday

Friday, February 19 by Lyman James

The U.S. Geological Survey Team is reporting a 4.2 magnitude earthquake that occurred at 7:56 a.m. Friday morning. The epicenter was located 3.7 miles southwest of Manchester in far northwestern Grant County. This happened nearly 24 hours after at 2.6 magnitude earthquake happened at 8:52 a.m. Thursday morning with an epicenter 1.6 miles southeast of... Read More.

Blackwell Public Schools having Virtual Learning Day due to water issues

Friday, February 19 by Lyman James

Due to the recent issues with Blackwell water, Blackwell Public Schools will once again be going with virtual learning today. Blackwell City workers are continuing to work on the city's water issue from the recent winter storm.

Perry’s water system slowly recovering

Friday, February 19 by Lyman James

The water system in the city of Perry in Noble County is slowly recovering, and the City of Perry is preparing to gradually open one tower and raise the pressure for most customers within the city. Those in the outlying areas will, unfortunately, continue to see low water pressure for now.The City of Perry... Read More.

Edmond man with Ponca City connections injured in accident

Friday, February 19 by Lyman James

An Edmond, Ok. man with connections to Ponca City was injured in a collision that occurred at 4:22 p.m. Tuesday afternoon on Interstate 35 north bound just north of NE 50th Street in Oklahoma City in Oklahoma County.Just Pappan, 43, of Edmond was driving a 2003 Chevy Suburban north bound on I-35 at a... Read More.

City of Blackwell calls for voluntary boil for drinking water

Friday, February 19 by Lyman James

The City of Blackwell Facebook page shared an update Friday morning stating that residents may be experiencing low water pressure this morning that is due to the slower process of cleaning and disinfecting during extreme cold temperatures.In an abundance of caution, the City of Blackwell is calling for a voluntary boil for drinking water... Read More.

One new COVID-19 death for Kay County, 618 COVID-19 cases statewide

Thursday, February 18 by Lyman James

The Oklahoma State Department of Health is reporting 618 new COVID-19 cases on Thursday, Feb. 18. Oklahoma’s seen 416,476 COVID-19 cases overall as 17,396 cases are active. The number of active cases is 1,204 less than Wednesday.Twenty-three additional virus-related deaths were documented Thursday to put Oklahoma’s death toll to 4,112. This includes a Kay... Read More.

Ponca City Public School District Announces Distance Learning for Thursday, February 18

Wednesday, February 17 by Lyman James

Ponca City Public School District will continue with Distance Learning on Thursday, February 18. Their lots are cleared and ready to go but PCPS still has some hazardous bus routes and poor walking conditions. PCPS is also concerned about the issues that could arise in the morning due to the slushing from today freezing... Read More.

New COVID-19 deaths for Garfield, Kay and Payne counties Wednesday

Wednesday, February 17 by Lyman James

The Oklahoma State Department of Health is reporting 1,078 new COVID-19 cases on Tuesday, Feb. 16. Oklahoma’s seen 415,858 COVID-19 cases overall as 18,600 cases are active. The number of active cases is 963 less than Tuesday.28 additional virus-related deaths were documented Wednesday to put Oklahoma’s death toll to 4,089. This includes two Garfield... Read More.

Blackwell Rural Water Corporation gives rural water update

Wednesday, February 17 by Lyman James

The following is from the Blackwell Rural Water Corp.*****RURAL WATER DISTRICT UPDATE***** Tuesday, February 16, 2021, 5:30 pmThe City of Blackwell is having a rash of leaks with these extreme temperatures and are requesting our help in conserving water through the weekend. We are in a catch 22 situation, running a trickle of water through... Read More.

Section of 7th Street closed due to water main break

Wednesday, February 17 by Lyman James

The City of Ponca City announced Wednesday morning that they will be closing 7th street from highland to hazel due to a water main break. The city apologizes for the inconvenience! One route people can use for detour is nearby 5th street.