17 – Ponca City Now

Lawsuit filed by 17 states against abortion accommodations in the workplace can proceed

Saturday, February 22 by The Associated Press

By CLAIRE SAVAGE Associated Press(AP) — A lawsuit filed by 17 states challenging federal rules entitling workers to time off and other accommodations for abortions may proceed, a federal appeals court ruled.The Eighth Circuit Court's decision on Thursday reverses Eastern District of Arkansas U.S. District Judge D.P. Marshall, Jr.'s dismissal of the case in... Read More.

SANTA FE DEPOT RESTORATION GROUND BREAKING FEBRUARY 17

Thursday, February 13 by Ponca City Now-City of Ponca City

A Ground Breaking Ceremony will be held for the Santa Fe Depot Restoration Project on Monday, February 17, 2025 at 1:00 p.m.In March of 2021, the City began researching potential funding opportunities to rehabilitate the former Santa Fe Depot through the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2022. Staff prepared a Ponca City Multi-Modal Transportation Infrastructure... Read More.

Deadline to Register to Vote in Feb. 11 Election is January 17

Thursday, January 16 by Ponca City Now

January 17, 2025 is the last day to apply for voter registration in order to be eligible to vote in the February 11, 2025 Ponca City Municipal Election. Kay County Election Board Secretary Carol Leaming said that persons who are United States Citizens, residents of Oklahoma, and at least 17 ½ years old are eligible... Read More.

No. 17 Sooners remain winless in SEC, fall 72-62 to Georgia

Sunday, January 12 by Ponca City Now

ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — Dakota Leffew and Asa Newell each scored 15 points and Georgia held off No. 17 Oklahoma 72-62 on Saturday night for its second consecutive win over a Top 25 team.Georgia (14-2, 2-1 Southeastern Conference) made its bid to enter the Top 25 by beating No. 6 Kentucky 82-69 on Tuesday... Read More.

Heard scores 18, OSU women continue hot start with 64-57 win over No. 17 West Virginia

Sunday, January 12 by Ponca City Now

STILLWATER, Okla. (AP) — Stailee Heard scored 18 points and Oklahoma State made the clutch plays down the stretch to upset No. 17 West Virginia 64-57 on Saturday.The Cowgirls were sitting on a lead when they missed a 3-pointer, but Heard snagged the rebound and scored on a putback. As the Mountaineers attacked the... Read More.

Last Day to Apply For Voter Registration to be Eligible to Vote in the February 11 Election is January 17

Monday, January 6 by Ponca City Now

January 17, 2025 is the last day to apply for voter registration in order to be eligible to vote in the February 11, 2025 Ponca City Municipal Election, according to Kay County Election Board Secretary Carol Leaming. Leaming said that persons who are United States Citizens, residents of Oklahoma, and at least 17 ½ years... Read More.

Bryce Thompson scores 17 points and OSU beats Miami 80-74 in the Charleston Classic

Saturday, November 23 by Ponca City Now

CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — Bryce Thompson scored 17 points, Marchelus Avery had 15 points and eight rebounds, and Oklahoma State beat Miami 80-74 on Friday in the consolation bracket of the Charleston Classic.Oklahoma State (4-1) will play in the fifth-place game on Sunday, while Miami (3-2) will try to avoid going winless in the... Read More.

Hayes Brothers Band to perform Season Finale Full Moon Concert September 17

Tuesday, September 10 by Lyman James

TONKAWA- The “Hayes Brothers Band” will take the stage for the season finale Full Moon Concert, Tuesday, September 17 in Tonkawa Centennial Park, 301 East Grand in Tonkawa. Returning by popular demand, the group performs music from the 1950s through today including well-known pop, rock and country classics that are audience favorites. Band members... Read More.

Ponca City Will Host Playoff Game for First Time in 17 Years

Wednesday, October 19 by Lyman James

With the 13-7 win over Putnam City Original last Thursday night, Ponca City has secured a home playoff game for the first time in 17 years. Scott Harmon, head football coach and director of football operations for PCPS, said, “It is very gratifying to see the program achieve a big goal. These kids have shown... Read More.

Section Of 85th Road, AKA Cowley 17, To Close Tuesday

Monday, May 16 by Lyman James

A small section of road on Cowley 17, also known as 85th Road or the Old Highway between Winfield and Ark City, will be closed all day Tuesday.According to Cowley County Public Works Monday morning, work will be on a stretch 4 tenths of a mile on the old highway north of the 232nd... Read More.