covid – Ponca City Now

Flu Hitting Some Oklahoma Schools Hard. COVID & RSV Also Big Concerns.

Thursday, December 8 by Lyman James

Flu season is always difficult. But this year, experts worry that we may face a particularly brutal season. Medical sources are saying that we should be taking the triple threat of flu, COVID and RSV seriously. Officials are acknowledging the early and significant impact of the flu and the threats posed by the others. ... Read More.

July Totaled More COVID Cases Than The Previous 4 Months Combined, Health Dept. Says

Friday, August 5 by Lyman James

COVID numbers increased drastically in July, according to the latest newsletter posted by the City-Cowley County Health Department."July has seen an extreme increase within the county with more cases than the previous four months combined," the health department stated.The health department recorded 517 cases of the virus for the month through July 29, when... Read More.

B.5 COVID Cases Spiking In Cowley County, Health Department Says

Tuesday, July 19 by Lyman James

The City-Cowley County Health Department says respiratory infections in the county have risen dramatically over the past few weeks.According to a news release from the health department Monday, during the past four weeks a sharp increase in new COVID-19 infections has been noted in Cowley County.The new infections are connected to the newest Omicron... Read More.

WNH To Distribute Free COVID Self-Test Kits; Infections Up Since May

Friday, July 8 by Lyman James

A community drive-through distribution of COVID-19 self-test kits will be held from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Thursday, July 14, at the Physicians Pavilion on the William Newton Hospital campus.According to a news release from WNH, the Community Health Center in Cowley County has partnered with William... Read More.

Otoe-Missouria Community Building hosting COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Pod today

Wednesday, April 20 by Lyman James

The Otoe-Missouria Community Building will be hosting a COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Pod on today from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This is for adults and minors. They will be offering 1st and 2nd dose vaccines for Pfizer, Moderna and J&J to those who qualify. Please bring your vaccine card with you. An appointment guarantees... Read More.

Otoe-Missouria Community Building hosting COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Pod on April 20

Friday, April 15 by Lyman James

The Otoe-Missouria Community Building will be hosting a COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Pod on Wednesday, April 20 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This is for adults and minors. They will be offering 1st and 2nd dose vaccines for Pfizer, Moderna and J&J to those who qualify. Please bring your vaccine card with you. An appointment... Read More.

Health Dept. Report Says A Third Of Winfield, Ark City Residents Had COVID

Wednesday, April 13 by Lyman James

By BRADY BAUMANThe City-Cowley County Health Department reports several Cowley County communities had 25 percent or more of its population infected with COVID-19 throughout the pandemic.According to a news release from the health department, Winfield and Ark City communities saw a third of its residents test positive for the virus. Winfield saw 4,350 residents... Read More.

COVID-19 Rent/Mortgage Assistance & Utility Assistance Still Available

Wednesday, April 6 by Lyman James

Delinquent on utilities, rent or mortgage? COVID-19 RENT/MORTGAGE ASSISTANCE & UTILITY ASSISTANCE STILL AVAILABLE! Have you applied before but were unable to get assistance? Now is the time to take advantage of the new intake procedure(s) and re-apply before the funds run out. Last year, the City of Ponca City, in partnership with NERA (New Emergency Resource... Read More.

PTC Partners with the Ponca Tribe to Offer Covid Vaccines for Employees

Thursday, March 4 by Lyman James

The Ponca Tribe through the White Eagle Health Center offered Covid-19 vaccinations to Pioneer Technology Center employees this last week.Medical Assisting students helped administer the vaccine, which became a clinical learning experience. “We appreciated this opportunity of learning and partnership with the Ponca Tribe and White Eagle Health Center,” remarked Ashley Eddinger, Medical Assisting... Read More.

Kay County Health Department administering COVID -19 vaccine Tuesdays and Thursdays

Monday, January 11 by Lyman James

The Kay County Health Department will be administering the COVID-19 vaccine BY APPOINTMENT ONLY to those 65 and older while continuing to serve first responders and healthcare workers. Please click the link directly below to schedule your appointment. The vaccinations will be done on Tuesdays and Thursdays only for the next few weeks, as vaccine supplies... Read More.

December 4 Covid Alert Graphic

Monday, December 7 by Lyman James

The December 4 Kay County COVID-19 Alert System Risk Level was released, and the 7-day average number of new COVID-19 cases, per capita of 100,000, reflected a decrease from last week. Kay County stayed in Level Red - High Risk with a decrease from 96.1 - 79.7. This risk level is still alarmingly high, but it is a... Read More.

Sparklight & CableOne assisting communities during the COVID 19 Pandemic

Thursday, April 16 by Lyman James

Sparklight and the CableOne family of brands are coming to the aid of Ponca City and other communities they serve with a donation of $150,000 to local food banks, and another $150,000 to the COVID 19 Response efforts of Meals on Wheels.Understanding that, for those of us working from home or under quarantine... Read More.