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Ken Luttrell Named to CLEER Board of Directors

Tuesday, September 20 by Lyman James

SAN ANTONIO – Rep. Ken Luttrell, R-Ponca City, was elected to serve on The Energy Council's Center for Legislative Energy and Environmental Research (CLEER) Board of Directors at the 2022 Annual Meeting last week in San Antonio. The Energy Council is an international non-partisan legislative organization founded in 1975 to promote a balanced energy strategy and... Read More.

Redemption, Oklahoma: Free Blackwell Screening September 28

Tuesday, September 20 by Lyman James

Local native Tray Goodman, the owner and producer of Great Creative Minds Media and the driving force behind a new movie called “Redemption Oklahoma” has announced a free screening in Blackwell next week. The movie, filmed recently at Bob’s Grill in Blackwell and in Nardin, is a faith based project starring Nick Searcy, from... Read More.

This Weekend: Benefit Cornhole Tournament for the Willy Hargraves Family

Tuesday, September 20 by Lyman James

There’s still time to register for this weekend’s Benefit Cornhole Tournament for the Willy Hargraves family. The round robin event will be held at the MLZ Ranch, 46-10 North Pecan, starting Saturday with check in at 9, and bags scheduled to fly at 10. The day will also include a a silent auction, raffle,... Read More.

Ponca Schools Announce Cat Care Superheroes of the Year

Monday, September 19 by Lyman James

Meet our first Cat Care Superheroes of the Year!! Cat Care students at the Washington Pre-K Center are learning what it means to be king, cooperative, brave, responsible and honest. These students were observed leading by example. Pictured, from left, are Paisley Smith (kind), Rhea Brown (cooperative), Kinlee Rinehart (responsible), Hayes Clark (brave) and... Read More.

Land & Sitterly Retire from Ponca City Schools

Saturday, September 17 by Lyman James

A retirement reception was held Thursday morning for PCPS employees Sherre Land and Cheryl Sitterly. Congratulations...and thank you for your years of service to our students, schools and families!

AUDIO: WVF’s Bart Redford Previews Festival’s Big 5-0; Says Founders Would Be ‘Pleasantly Surprised’ By Its Success

Monday, September 12 by Lyman James

Walnut Valley Festival Executive Director Bart Redford stopped by the KSOK studios last Wednesday to preview the big 50th edition of the Walnut Valley Festival in Winfield.The festival officially kicks off this Wednesday at the Winfield Fairgrounds.Brady Bauman KSOK · Read More.

Deadline Coming Up For Legacy Regional Foundation Grant Application

Monday, September 12 by Lyman James

The grant application deadline for this year's "Power of the Purse" funding is September 30.According to a press release from the Legacy Regional Community Foundation in Winfield, the Power of the Purse aims to make a difference in the lives of women and children in the community by encouraging community within the circle and... Read More.

Ark City Commission Schedules Special Session Monday To Discuss Water System

Friday, September 9 by Lyman James

The Ark City Commission will meet in special session Monday.According to a notice from the city, the meeting will be at 4 p.m. in the commission room at City Hall, located at 118 W. Central Ave.The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the water system. No other business will be discussed at this... Read More.

Cowley Starting Golf Club; Eyeing Return Of NJCAA-Sanctioned Golf Program By Spring 2023

Friday, September 9 by Lyman James

With a rich golf history in the area, Cowley College is working towards bringing a sanctioned golf program back to the school, according to a news release from the college.Having last had a golf program in 2005, the plan is to start a Golf Club at Cowley College and have it eventually transition into... Read More.

Start Date Changed For K-55 Bridge Project Between Belle Plaine, Udall

Thursday, September 8 by Lyman James

Scheduling has changed for work on a nearly $8.23 million bridge replacement on K-55 between Belle Plaine and Udall.According to a news release Thursday from the Kansas Department of Transportation, the revised start date is expected to be Monday, Sept. 19. Originally, work was set to begin this coming Monday.During the construction, the bridge... Read More.

AUDIO: Ark Valley Football Podcast Week 2

Wednesday, September 7 by Lyman James

Brady Bauman, voice of the Ark City Bulldogs, and Curt Caden, voice of the Winfield Vikings and Southwestern Moundbuilders, look back on the Cowley Cup, Week 1 area scores, and preview Week 2.Brady Bauman KSOK · Read More.

AUDIO: Winfield City Manager Taggart Wall Says City Is Looking At Restructuring Energy Rates

Wednesday, September 7 by Lyman James

Winfield City Manager Taggart Wall stopped by the KSOK studios last week and discussed the heat of the summer, drought and how the city is looking to restructure energy rates to balance costs for customers.Brady Bauman KSOK · Read More.