Ponca Post

New Program To Assist Drivers In Oklahoma

Tuesday, February 12 by Lyman James

Oklahoma drivers can expect to see some extra help on the highways and interstates as they drive into 2019. The Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) is increasing its accident response capability in the Oklahoma City metro with the addition of two GO-DOT safety patrol vehicles.Originally introduced in August 2018 as part of the I-235... Read More.

Special Board Meeting Scheduled & March Board Meeting Contract Deadline

Tuesday, February 12 by Lyman James

A special meeting of the Ponca City Board of Education has been scheduled for Tuesday, March 5, 2019 at 12:00 noon at the Administration Center, 613 E. Grand Ave., Ponca City, OK. The primary purpose of the meeting is the sale of $1,905,000 Building Bonds; however, other time-sensitive items may appear on the agenda if deemed... Read More.

Mayor Nicholson Seeking Re-Election

Tuesday, February 12 by Lyman James

Ponca City Mayor Homer Nicholson is seeking a fifth term in office when Ponca City goes to vote today, Tuesday. It was only in his first election when Nicholson faced opposition from another candidate. He was elected by an 85 percent margin of victory over his opponent in 2007 before serving his first term.... Read More.

Lake Road/Kaw Dam Road To Be Closed February 21 For Equipment Removal

Monday, February 11 by Lyman James

Beginning Thursday 2/21/2019, at 8:00 a.m., the Lake Road/Kaw Dam Road lake crossing will be closed until 5:00pm when it will re-open 2/21/2019 (same day). There will be signs and warning flashers at highway 60, the COE (Corp of Engineers) office, just after Sun N Fun water park and Enterprise Rd, alerting drivers of... Read More.

Ponca City FCCLA Students Place In State Event

Monday, February 11 by Lyman James

Po- Hi and East Middle School FCCLA students recently competed in the FCCLA Regional STAR (Students Taking Action with Recognition) Event held at Canadian Valley Career Technology Center. Madison Ailey and Kally Horn from East Middle placed 3rd in Junior Interpersonal Communication Skills. Selena Mireles from Po-Hi placed 1st in Senior Children's Literature and advanced to the State Competition... Read More.

Ponca City RecPlex Cutting Ceremony Rescheduled

Monday, February 11 by Lyman James

The Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the Ponca City RecPlex (formerly the YMCA) scheduled for Tuesday has been cancelled. It has been rescheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 19th at 10 a.m. Please join us. Thanks and help spread the word.

Ponca City Chamber To Provide Customer Service Training

Monday, February 11 by Lyman James

The Ponca City Chamber will offer customer service training on Friday, March 8 from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the chamber office. Please RSVP by email or phone 765-4400 if you plan to attend. We will also provide lunch and it is free for Chamber Members. Customer Service is critical for a business to... Read More.

IENetwork Cancels Meeting For February 12, Jeske To Be Guest Speaker In March

Monday, February 11 by Lyman James

Due to illness, Angelyn Myers, the inventor of the My Buddy Towel, will not be able to present on Tuesday, February 12. Myers has rescheduled for Thursday, Aprill 11 at 5:30 p.m. The Next meeting for IENetwork is Thursday, March 14. The speaker for that meeting will be Carrie Jeske from Will It Launch.... Read More.

Carter Celebrating 30 Years With Northern Oklahoma Youth Services

Monday, February 11 by Lyman James

James Carter, the Executive Director of Northern Oklahoma Youth Services (NOYS) recently celebrated 30 years of employment with the agency. Mr. Carter began as a counselor for the agency back in January of 1988. In the last 30 years, Mr. Carter has served in many positions for the agency providing and overseeing quality counseling... Read More.

Two City Incumbents File For Tonkawa City Election

Monday, February 11 by Lyman James

Two of the three incumbents in the Tonkawa city elections this year have announced that they are seeking re-election. The city election is scheduled for Tuesday, April 2. The filings were held February 4-6 at the election board office in the Kay County Courthouse in Newkirk.At press time Tuesday, only ward three incumbent Jack... Read More.