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Suspect In Monday Shooting Considered Armed & Dangerous

Monday, February 26 by Lyman James

Release from Ponca City Police Department -On February 26, 2024, at approximately 1:35PM officers from the Ponca City Police Department responded to a report of a gunshot wound in the 2000 block of North 5th Street. Upon arrival, officers encountered a 19-year-old male in the alleyway with a gunshot wound to the left leg.... Read More.

Closings & Cancellations 1/22/24

Monday, January 22 by Lyman James

To report a closing/cancellation, call (580) 765-5491 or email [email protected] City Public Schools -Blackwell Public Schools -Bright Beginnings Daycare, Tonkawa -Building Blocks Learning Center daycare (PC) -Central Baptist Academy -Child Development Center (PC) -Cowley College Campuses will move to remote operations -First Lutheran School -Fun N’ Learning daycare (PC) -Kay County Court House & Annex -Kanza Child Development, 10am opening -Kildare Public Schools -Layne Howard Daycare,... Read More.

Heather Cannon Honda’s Trunk & Treat Date Announced

Friday, September 8 by Lyman James

A spook-tacular event is coming to Ponca City! The Heather Cannon Honda Trunk & Treat has been announced for October 26th from 5-7pm. Local businesses will bring treats to your car for kiddos! If the Goblins on Grand is rained out and moved to the date of this event, the event will be cancelled.... Read More.

Mini Cheer Camp Registration September 5th & 19th

Wednesday, August 30 by Lyman James

Registration will be held at the Robson Fieldhouse on Sept. 5th and 19th from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Clinic dates: Oct. 9th and 10th at Robson 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. ages three to first grade 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. second through fifth grade Oct. 11th at Sullins Stadium 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. for ALL ages (parents stay) The cost is... Read More.

2023 Cherokee Strip Cook-off set for September 15th & 16th

Monday, August 28 by Lyman James

2023 Cherokee Strip Cook-off is September 15 & 16 Help Professionals Today Celebrate our 37th year on Saturday, September 16, 2023! There will be fun, food and a weekend full of entertainment and competition at one of the most beautiful cook-off venues anywhere! The 37th Annual Cherokee Strip Cook-off will once again be held on the... Read More.

Annual Red & Navy Scrimmage This Weekend

Friday, August 11 by Lyman James

Ponca City High School Wildcats are kicking off the football season this weekend with the annual red and navy scrimmage! The junior high begins the red and navy scrimmage at 6pm with varsity at 7pm.The Wildcats have been hard at work practicing for the upcoming season. Their season begins with a game in Guthrie... Read More.

Rock & Brews Casino Braman Presents STARSHIP feat. Mickey Thomas on August 19th

Wednesday, August 9 by Lyman James

Get ready to groove and rock the night away as the highly anticipated free concert with Starship featuring Mickey Thomas takes center stage on August 19th at Rock & Brews Casino Braman! This electrifying musical event promises an unforgettable night of music, fun, and camaraderie, all set against the backdrop of a starlit sky.This... Read More.

360 Turf & Outdoor Equipment is Chamber’s Business Partner of the Month

Wednesday, July 19 by Lyman James

Congratulations to Aaron and Amie Hindman 360 Turf and Outdoor Equipment, named by the Ponca City Business Council as the July Chamber Business Partner of the month. 306 Turf and Outdoor Equipment is authorized to sell and service Hustler, Toro & Husqvarna Equipment, and is located three easy miles west of Ponca City on... Read More.

Ribbon Cutting & Open House for New Ponca City Police Station

Tuesday, July 18 by Lyman James

The City of Ponca City and the Ponca City Police Department will have a Ribbon Cutting and Open House for the new Ponca City Police Station, on Monday, July 31, 2023, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. The Ribbon Cutting will be at 2:00 p.m. followed by the Open House. The new Police Station, located... Read More.

OSU & Southwest Airlines Announce Destination 225° Partnership

Monday, June 12 by Lyman James

(STILLWATER, Oklahoma, June 12, 2023) — Oklahoma State University is a new partner in Destination 225°, a First Officer development and recruitment program at Southwest Airlines.The new partnership gives OSU professional pilot students access to a career pathway, which can lead to becoming competitively qualified for a commercial pilot career at Southwest.“Southwest is pleased to welcome... Read More.

For Area Businesses: Is the “$26,000 Per Employee” Tax Refund legit?

Thursday, May 4 by Lyman James

Quick answer: It is. The program has been heavily promoted on radio, tv and through social media, leading to many questions. The Employee Retention Credit is a payroll tax refund program that provides critical support to businesses that kept employees on payroll during the pandemic. With the recent regulation change, even businesses that... Read More.

Cowley College Volleyball Program to Host Summer Camps & Clinics

Tuesday, March 21 by Lyman James

The nationally ranked Cowley College volleyball team will host several camps and clinics over late spring and summer in 2023. These include a setter/hitter camp on April 1, a setting/passing/serving camp July 27, a pin/middle hitter camp July 28, a high school camp July 29, a college ID/elite high school camp July 31, and satellite... Read More.