8 – Ponca City Now

Federal Government Revokes 8 Student Visas at Oklahoma State University; ORU, UCO & More Oklahoma Universities Potentially Impacted

Wednesday, April 9 by News 6

STILLWATER, Okla. -The student visas of eight OSU students have been revoked by the federal government, according to an update from a representative for the university.The university is seeking clarity as to why and the manner by which these student visas were revoked.OSU released the following statement about the situation. Initially, it was reported... Read More.

Asi hits 8 3-pointers, No. 25 Cowgirls use hot start, race past No. 12 K-State 85-55

Sunday, February 9 by The Associated Press

STILLWATER, Okla. (AP) — Anna Gret Asi drilled a career-high eight 3-pointers and scored 24 points, Stailee Heard had a double-double, and No. 25 Oklahoma State blitzed No. 12 Kansas State 85-55 on Saturday.Asi had six 3s in the first half as the Cowgirls bolted to a 51-20 lead. After the Wildcats scored the... Read More.

Man Reunited With His Dog 8 Years After it Got Lost in Oklahoma

Thursday, January 30 by ABC News

It was a reunion eight years in the making.When Paul Guilbeault's dog, Damian, went missing in 2017, he never gave up hope he would one day be found.But he can still hardy believe that, after a call came in from an unknown number earlier this month, he and his long lost friend are finally... Read More.

Thunder beat Pelicans 119-109 for their 7th victory in last 8 games

Sunday, December 8 by Ponca City Now

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 16 of his 31 points in the first quarter and Jalen Williams added 27 to power the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 119-109 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans on Saturday night. The Thunder built a 77-51 halftime lead by dominating New Orleans in the paint and in... Read More.

NOC Tonkawa Holiday Concert December 8

Friday, December 6 by Ponca City Now

The Northern Oklahoma College Concert Band, Madrigal Singers, and College Choir presents their annual Christmas Concert on Sunday, Dec. 8.The concert will be held in the Kinzer Performing Arts Center at 6 pm.The Concert Band will perform ‘Carol of the Bells,’ ‘Sleigh Ride,’ and ‘Russian Christmas Music.’Madigral Singers will perform ‘Five Characters of the... Read More.

Sample Ballots Available for November 8, 2022 Election

Tuesday, October 4 by Lyman James

Sample ballots are now available for the November 8, 2022 Election Voters can download a sample ballot using the State Election Board’s OK Voter Portal at oklahoma.gov/elections/ovp or pickup a copy at the Kay County Election Board during normal business hours. County Election Board Secretary, Carol Leaming, reminds voters that sample ballots are specific to... Read More.

Absentee voters for upcoming school elections have until Feb. 8 to apply

Wednesday, January 19 by Lyman James

Voters in Kay County who want absentee ballots mailed to them for the Feb. 8 Tonkawa School Board, Frontier School Bond, or the Deer Creek-Lamont School Bond elections need to apply by Feb. 8.Absentee ballots are available to any registered voter, provided they are eligible to vote in the election requested. No excuse is... Read More.

Super 8 Hotel in Blackwell seeking food for sheltered U.S. military veteran

Thursday, December 9 by Lyman James

The Blackwell Journal-Tribune reports that the Super 8 Hotel in Blackwell is currently sheltering a U.S. military veteran that's in need of food until Friday morning.Super 8's Manager Mitzi Graham says that frozen dinners are accepted as well as other food products. Those interested are encouraged to bring their donations to the front desk at... Read More.

Thanksgiving Food Drive starts November 8 in Blackwell

Thursday, November 4 by Lyman James

The City of Blackwell will be accepting non-perishable food donations until SUNDAY, November 21. Donations may be deposited at the Blackwell City Hall or Blackwell Police Department.The food drive will run November 8-21The following items are being accepted: -CANNED SOUPS/STEWS -NUT BUTTERS (Peanut, Walnut, etc) -BAGS OR CANS OF DRIED BEANS, PEAS -BARLEY & QUINOA -BAGS OF PLAIN RICE... Read More.

Kaw Job Fair Today at City Central

Wednesday, July 7 by Lyman James

Your brighter future starts tomorrow at a special Job Fair for Kaw Nation of Oklahoma and Kaw Gaming Incorporated. Today from 10am ‘til 4pm, stop by City Central at 400 East Central in Ponca City to learn about exciting career opportunities that offer generous tiered paid time off, 100% paid employee Health Coverage, Blue... Read More.

Ponca City Golf males first appearance in Oklahoma Big 8 Conference Golf Tournament

Thursday, April 29 by Lyman James

Ponca City Golf teams made their first appearance in the Big 8 Conference Tournament! The tournament was held at Wentz Golf course. Both Ponca City teams placed third with three individuals making the All-Conference Team!On the girls’ team, Ryleigh Rowe placed 5th. On the boys’ team, Hunter Austin placed 3rd and Brady Wicker won... Read More.

Mavs’ softball upends #8 Seminole

Friday, March 12 by Lyman James

The NOC Mavs split a Thursday doubleheader Thursday with #8 Seminole in Tonkawa. The Mavs (9-7) lost 22-1 in Game 1 but rallied in Game 2 winning 6-4. The Mavs are 2-2 in conference play. In Game 2, Shay Cushenbery shut out Seminole over six innings and the Mavs' five run uprising in the second inning... Read More.