Blackwell Archives - Page 4 of 13

Blackwell VFW hosting New Year’s Eve concert

Friday, December 31 by Lyman James

The Blackwell VFW will be hosting a New Year's Eve concert tonight featuring country music singer CT Parker. The show starts at 9 p.m. and goes until midnight. There's no cover charge. If you're a fan of 90s rock/top country cover music, Parker will bring those types of tunes. The Blackwell VFW is located at 1006... Read More.

City of Blackwell notified of possible scam call

Friday, December 17 by Lyman James

The City of Blackwell has been notified this morning of a possible scam call posing as the City of Blackwell's Electrical Department and surveying customers in an attempt to get personal information. The City of Blackwell will NEVER contact you outside the hours of 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. DO NOT give out... 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.

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Status docket held for Blackwell Mayor on Friday

Tuesday, December 7 by Lyman James

Blackwell mayor Thomas J. Greenfield, 42, had a status docket held in Kay County District Court this past Friday. Greenfield is facing three felony charges of embezzlement, one count of fraud and one count of conspiracy. Greenfield appeared before Judge Bandy on Aug. 24 and his bond was reduced from $25,000 to $500. Also facing charges... Read More.

Blackwell teen injured in accident Sunday morning

Monday, December 6 by Lyman James

An accident that was reported to Blackwell police at 1:14 a.m. Sunday in the 800 block of west McKinley left a Blackwell juvenile in serious condition. Police were told that a 13-year-old was playing hide and seek with a friend when she ducked down in the driver’s seat of a vehicle knocking it out of... Read More.

City of Blackwell hosting toy and food drive

Thursday, December 2 by Lyman James

The City of Blackwell is hosting a food and toy drive now through December 15 as a way to help make sure no families go hungry this holiday season, and that kids in our community will have something under the tree. The City of Blackwell will be accepting donations at 221 w. Blackwell (City Hall)... Read More.

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KCHD Mobile Unit stopping in Blackwell Wednesday

Tuesday, November 30 by Lyman James

The Oklahoma Department of Health mobile health clinic is making its return to Blackwell on Wednesday, December 1, for walk-in visits. The clinic's available from 9-12 and 1-4. The Mobile Health Clinic will be at the Kay County Health Department at 1706 South Main in Blackwell. The Mobile Unit will then make its final stop of... Read More.

Blackwell FOP and City of Blackwell donate food to House of Prayer

Tuesday, November 23 by Lyman James

Blackwell Fraternal Order of Police and the City of Blackwell donated turkeys and boxes of food to the Blackwell House of Prayer this morning to support the church's Thanksgiving dinner drive for local families. Usually, the House of Prayer provides for 10-12 families. This year, House of Prayer expects to be able to prepare meals... Read More.

Food drive continuing in Blackwell until Sunday

Tuesday, November 16 by Lyman James

The City of Blackwell continues to accept donations for a food drive that goes until this upcoming Sunday, November 21. City officials will take in non-perishable food donations at Blackwell City Hall at 221 West Blackwell Avenue, or the Blackwell Police Department at 224 West Blackwell Avenue. The following items are being accepted: -CANNED SOUPS/STEWS -NUT BUTTERS... Read More.

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Blackwell voters deciding on $23,550,000 school bond today

Tuesday, November 9 by Lyman James

Blackwell voters that did not vote early last week will head to the polls today which are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.. Voters are deciding whether or not Blackwell Public Schools should issue a $23,550,000 bond. It will be in the amount of $23,550,000.00 for 15 years. School Bonds are based on property... Read More.

Blackwell voters heading to the polls Tuesday for $23,550,000 million bond

Monday, November 8 by Lyman James

Blackwell voters that did not vote early last week will head to the polls on Tuesday. Voters are deciding whether or not Blackwell Public Schools should issue a $23,550,000 bond. It will be in the amount of $23,550,000.00 for 15 years. School Bonds are based on property taxes that is in the Blackwell School District... 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 8-21 The 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.