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Kay Electric’s K-UP Foundation Awards To Five Area Groups

Tuesday, August 25 by Lyman James

Pictured above Congratulations to the Marland Children’s Home team which is committed to serving children in north-central Oklahoma. From left: Interim Director of Family Services Sarah Pickup, Director of Family Services Melissa Pipestem, CEO Jamie Phillips, Director of Development Allyson Broome, Office Manager Rene Shaw and Family Specialist Richard McReynolds.The K-UP Board met on... Read More.

Payne County sees fifth virus-related death as 650 new COVID-19 cases are reported Tuesday

Tuesday, August 25 by Lyman James

The Oklahoma State Department of Health is reporting 650 new positive COVID-19 cases for Tuesday, Aug. 25. Oklahoma has seen an overall total of 54,172 COVID-19 cases, and 7,912 cases are active.Fourteen additional virus related deaths were reported for Tuesday, putting Oklahoma's death toll to 744. One of those deaths being a Payne County... Read More.

Kay County OSU Extension offering Master Gardeners classes until November

Tuesday, August 25 by Lyman James

The Kay County Master Gardeners are looking for new members to join their ranks. A total of 10 extension classes will take place on Wednesdays from Aug. 26-Nov. 18.Classes will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Pioneer Technology Center in room D-101. The cost is $100 per student.Oklahoma Master Gardeners... Read More.

Otoe-Missouria Tribe awarded over $380K for new COVID-19 Response Center

Tuesday, August 25 by Lyman James

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has awarded over $380K to the Otoe-Missouria Tribe for a new COVID-19 Response Center at the Tribal Complex. Once completed, the tribe will be able to screen and test members, employees and community members for COVID-19.The grant was a part of $2.8 million awarded to Oklahoma... Read More.

Walnut Valley Festival Announces Winners for 2020 NewSong Showcase

Tuesday, August 25 by Lyman James

Winfield, Kansas--Organizers of the 2020 virtual Walnut Valley Festival, or WVF 48.5, have announced the winners of the 2020 NewSong Showcase.The NewSong Showcase gives aspiring songwriters a chance to submit their work for review by a professional songwriter/artist, and features ten categories, including songs about Winfield, Children, Religion/Spirit, Feelin’ Blue, Instrumental, Sweet Memories, Love... Read More.

PTC announces Jacki Terrell as the August Student of the Month

Monday, August 24 by Lyman James

Jacki Terrell is the Pioneer Technology Center (PTC) August Student of the Month. An adult student from Tonkawa, Terrell represents the Practical Nursing (PN) Program. “It’s a privilege to have Jacki in the PN program. She strives for excellence in her theory and clinical work. Her positive attitude and willingness to help mentor new... Read More.

Kay and Osage counties see slight increase in COVID-19 cases

Monday, August 24 by Lyman James

The Oklahoma State Department of Health is reporting 357 new positive COVID-19 cases on Monday, Aug. 24. Oklahoma has seen an overall total of 53,522 COVID-19 cases, and 8,132 cases are active.Kay County saw one new COVID-19 case to put the overall total to 288 cases, 11 deaths and 241 recoveries. Out of the... Read More.

PCPS Superintendent releases letter after Kay County is placed in Yellow Risk Zone for COVID-19

Sunday, August 23 by Lyman James

Ponca City Public Schools Superintendent Shelley Arrott has released an important letter after Kay County has recently been placed in the yellow risk zone for COVID-19. The letter goes as follows. PCPS Parents and Staff:Kay County has been designated in the YELLOW Risk Level, or Low Risk Level, as determined by the Oklahoma State Department... Read More.

Newkirk Public Schools support staff employee tests positive for COVID-19

Sunday, August 23 by Lyman James

Newkirk Public Schools released an update onto their Facebook page Saturday that a support staff employee has tested positive for COVID-19.NPS worked with the Kay County Health Department and an investigation has taken place. No students or staff members (aside from primary family members) have been exposed. Masks and social distancing were key in... Read More.

Weekend report: Kay and surrounding counties see increase in COVID-19 cases

Sunday, August 23 by Lyman James

The Oklahoma State Department of Health is reporting 1,419 positive COVID-19 cases over the weekend. Oklahoma has seen an overall total of 53,165 COVID-19 cases with 8,030 cases active.Kay County saw an increase with six new COVID-19 cases to put the overall total to 287 cases, 11 deaths and 240 recoveries. Out of the... Read More.