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Number of COVID-19 cases in Kay County rises to 11

Thursday, March 26 by Lyman James

As of 11 a.m. Thursday morning, there are 11 documented cases of COVID-19 in Kay County. Oklahoma State Health Department says that there are now 248 casesof COVID-19 reported statewide.Seven Oklahomans have died from the virus. Two of which were in Oklahoma County as of recent and one in Norman Wednesday night. For surrounding... Read More.

Kay County Sheriff’s Office Provides Details For Safer At Home Order Now In Effect

Thursday, March 26 by Lyman James

A Safer at home order is now in effect until April 30 for Kay and the other 27 counties in Oklahoma with COVID-19 cases.This is for older Oklahoman's and those with underlying health issues compromising their immune systems. The policy is intended to guarantee employment protections for older Oklahoman's and limit their travel to... Read More.

Cowley County health officer considering placing Kay County on travel restriction list

Wednesday, March 25 by Lyman James

Cowley County, Kansas Public Health Officer Tom Langer said earlier in the week that he is considering placing Kay County on their travel restriction list due to the five cases of COVID-19 reported in the county.Langer has heard stories of Kay County residents going to Cowley County to visit, shop and even work. Cowley... Read More.

Oklahoma has 81 COVID-19 cases as of Monday, Kay County has five cases

Tuesday, March 24 by Lyman James

There are now 81 documented cases of COVID-19 in Oklahoma. This is a jump from 67 on Sunday. Two deaths from COVID-19 have been reported in Oklahoma. One includes a man in his 50s in Pawnee County, and the other was a man in his 50s in Tulsa County.A 5th case has been reported... Read More.

Arkansas Man Involved In Kay County Accident Saturday

Monday, March 23 by Lyman James

A personal injury collision occurred at 1:06 p.m. on Saturday, March 21, on Interstate 35 northbound at mile marker 228.5 approximately 1.3 miles southwest of Braman in Kay County.John Walker, 72, of Russellville, Arkansas was driving a 2006 Nissan Sentra northbound on I-35 when he departed the roadway to the left, striking a guardrail... Read More.

Third COVID-19 Case Documented For Kay County

Friday, March 20 by Lyman James

The state of Oklahoma has 49 documented cases of COVID-19 as of late Friday morning. There is also now a third COVID-19 case reported for Kay County.Stillwater Medical Center in Stillwater (Payne County) reported that a patient has the Coronavirus, and the release said that the virus originated from Kay County. Stillwater Medical Center... Read More.

Cowley County District Court Clerk’s Offices Closing Friday

Thursday, March 19 by Lyman James

Effective Friday March 20, 2020 in accordance with Kansas Supreme Court Administrative Order 2020- PR-016 the courts of the 19th Judicial District will be closed with the exception of any court proceedings that are deemed to be an emergency pursuant to the Supreme Court Order. These include limited hearings in criminal matters such as conducting first appearances... Read More.

2nd Confirmed Case of COVID-19 Reported In Kay County

Tuesday, March 17 by Lyman James

The Oklahoma State Department of Health is now reporting 17 confirmed cases of the COVID-19 in the state and that includes a second case in Kay County. In addition to the two Kay County cases, there are six in Oklahoma County, three in Tulsa, two in Canadian, and one in Cleveland, Jackson, Payne and... Read More.

Kay County Courthouse Closed Until Further Noticed

Monday, March 16 by Lyman James

Due to COVID-19 or the Coronavirus, the Kay County Courthouse has been closed to the public until further notice. The Kay County Courthouse Officers and employees will still be working during this period. Offices within the courthouse are still accessible by telephone only. Please see the Kay County website for directions on doing business... Read More.

Ponca City Mayor Signs Disaster Emergency Proclamation Following COVID-19 Case Reported In Kay County

Sunday, March 15 by Lyman James

From the City of Ponca City,Ponca City Mayor, Homer Nicholson, signed a Disaster Emergency Proclamation on Sunday, March 15 as a resident of Kay County has been diagnosed and potentially spread COVID-19 within Ponca City, with potential to spread illness to the general public.As immediate attention is required to protect public health, ensure public... Read More.