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CANDIDATE FILING BEIGINS APRIL 1

by Ponca City Now
Statewide election activity officially begins at 8 a.m. on Wednesday April 1, 2026, when the candidate filing period opens, the Secretary of the Kay County Election Board said today. Candidates for state offices file with the State Election Board. Candidates for county offices file with the Secretary of the County Election Board. Kay County Election Board... Read More.

DEADLINE TO REQUEST ABSENTEE BALLOTS FOR APRIL 7 ELECTION APPROACHES

by Ponca City Now
Voters in Kay County who want absentee ballots mailed to them for the April 7, 2026 City of Ponca City School Board Member, Newkirk School Board Member and the City of Newkirk City Commissioner No. 1 Election should apply now, Kay County Election Board Secretary Carol Leaming said today. Absentee ballots are available to all... Read More.

Free 2026 STEM summer academies open to Oklahoma students

by News 6
OKLAHOMA CITY - Middle and high school students across Oklahoma will have the chance to experience college life this summer while exploring careers in science, technology, engineering and math. The 2026 STEM Summer Academies, sponsored by the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education, are open to students entering eighth through 12th grade this fall. The free... Read More.
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CANDIDATE FILING BEGINS APRIL 1

by Ponca City Now
Statewide election activity officially begins at 8 a.m. on Wednesday April 1, 2026, when the candidate filing period opens, the Secretary of the Kay County Election Board said. Candidates for state offices file with the State Election Board. Candidates for county offices file with the Secretary of the County Election Board. Kay County Election Board Secretary... Read More.

LAKE ROAD CLOSING BEGINS FEBRUARY 23

by Ponca City Now-City of Ponca City
A project to replace the bridge on Lake Road, between Dalewood Lane and Pecan Road, will begin on Monday, February 23, 2026. The contract time for the project is 75 calendar days with an anticipated completion date of May 8, 2026, barring weather delays. All Businesses on Lake Road will be accessible during the... Read More.

RECEPTION HONORING CITY COMMISSIONERS TO BE HELD FEBRUARY 23, 2026

by Ponca City Now
The Community is invited to attend a reception on Monday, February 23, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. in the Commission Chamber of City Hall honoring Commissioners Annette Newcomb and Garrett Bowers. Newcomb has served as a City Commissioner since June, 2025 and ran unopposed for re-election. Bowers has served as a City Commissioner since March, 2023 and... Read More.
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MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY OBSERVED MONDAY AS A CITY HOLIDAY

by Ponca City Now
City Hall Offices will be CLOSED, Monday, January 19 and REOPEN Tuesday, January 20. Residential Refuse WILL NOT BE PICKED UP Monday, January 19, and RESUME Tuesday, January 20. As there will be no residential trash collection on Monday, January 19, please only put trash out on the scheduled day of collection. Trash left out overnight... Read More.

LAST WEEK TO REQUEST ABSENTEE BALLOT FOR THE FEBRUARY 10, PONCA CITY MUNICIPAL ELECTION

by Ponca City Now
The deadline to request absentee ballots by mail is approaching. Applications must be received by the Kay County Election Board no later than 5 p.m. Monday, January 26, 2026. Kay County Election Board Secretary Carol Leaming, said absentee voting is available to all voters, provided they are eligible to vote in said election, applications can... Read More.

2026 National Civics Bee® Essay Application Portal Now Open for Oklahoma Middle Schoolers

by Ponca City Now
(Oklahoma City) – Finalists who advance to the National Championship will compete for cash prizes, national recognition, and a $100,000 529 education savings plan contribution. Thanks to the generous support of the Fisher Global Foundation, the first-place winner in each state may also secure a $5,000 donation for their school. Educators, youth leaders, and parents... Read More.
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FIRST STREET, CENTRAL AVENUE TO GRAND AVENUE CLOSING JANUARY 12

by Ponca City Now
Evans and Associates Construction Company, Inc. of Ponca City has entered a contract with the City of Ponca City to construct a new 12-inch water line and new street paving improvements along First Street from Central Avenue to Grand Avenue. Work is set to begin on Monday, January 12, 2026. The total construction time for... Read More.

What to know about tax changes, getting the maximum refund in 2026

by NEXSTAR
(NEXSTAR) – The countdown is on as early taxpayers await for the start of filing season Jan. 26, but there are some changes this year that experts say people should keep in mind to receive a fast, full refund. Tax season is the annual period when taxpayers prepare and submit their income tax returns for... Read More.
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