Kay County Health Department offering additional COVID-19 testing
The Kay County Health Department is offering additional COVID-19 testing Jan. 8 and 15. To sign up, go to https://osdh.immytech.com/ and sign up today!You... Read More.
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no PCR tests for COVID-19 will be conducted at the Kay County Health Department this week
For the week of December 20, no PCR tests for COVID-19 will be conducted at the Kay County Health Department. This is due to the holiday schedule with the Public Health Lab. PCR tests will resume on December 27.The Kay County Health Department also says that as students go on their holiday break, consider... Read More.
Kay County Health Department reports 117 new COVID-19 cases on Wednesday
The Kay County Health Department shared data regarding new COVID-19 cases for Wednesday, December 15.Kay County saw an increase of 117 new COVID-19 cases. Since early 2020, Kay County has seen an overall total 8,158 recoveries. The amount of recoveries and active cases is unknown at this time.55.5% of the Kay County population that's... Read More.
Flu and COVID-19 shots available at the Kay County Health Department
The Kay County Health Department announced that with it being flu season, are taking walk-Ins for both flu and COVID-19 shots. They also offer the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for ages 5-11.The Kay County Health Department at 433 Fairview in Ponca City is open weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call... Read More.
Newkirk Fire Department and the firefighters/medics temporarily moved to city hall
Today, November 9th the Newkirk Fire Department and the firefighters/medics are being temporarily moved to city hall and will be stationed in the commissioners room.No one will be at the fire department today. This is only for today for about 10 hours starting at 8:00 AM. The phones will be transferred to that location... Read More.
Kay County Health Department shares info on who’s eligible for the booster dose of the vaccines
The Kay County Health Department recently shared information on who all is eligible for the booster dose of the vaccines. If you received the Janssen primary does, you only need to be 18 years of age or older to get the booster. Booster shots for Janssen can be given at least 2 months after the... Read More.
Ponca City Fire Department starting fire hydrant maintenance Monday
The Ponca City Fire Department will begin flow-testing and maintenance of fire hydrants in the northern areas of Ponca City starting Monday, October 18. This hydrant testing project will last for approximately four weeks with all hydrants north of Highland Avenue and Lake Road being tested. Maintenance will occur between the hours of 8:30... Read More.
Kildare Fire Department hosting Fish Fry
The Kildare Volunteer Fire Department will be hosting a Fish Fry Sunday, Oct. 10 from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. or until supplies last at Kildare's Fire Station. This meal is by donation, suggested donation of $5 a person. The money raised will go towards general operations of the fire department.
Ponca City Police Department investigating inappropriate video circulating at a Ponca City school
Statement from Ponca City Police Chief Don Bohon:The Ponca City Police Department is investigating an inappropriate video that is circulating that was rumored to involve a school employee and a student, at a Ponca City school.Detectives and School Resource Officers have been involved in the investigation. It appears that the video was originally posted... Read More.
Newkirk Fire Department responds to train fire Saturday
Newkirk Firefighters responded to a report of a train on fire traveling north through Newkirk Saturday night. The Newkirk Fire Department was notified about the burning train at around 9:09 p.m. Deputies were able to get the train stopped north of Home Road. Fortunately, the train was stopped in a good position where NFD could... Read More.
Kay County Health Department offering 3rd dose of COVID-19 vaccine
As the third dose of the COVID-19 vaccine is becoming available, you might be asking who is eligible? Those who have been diagnosed with conditions that result in moderate to severe levels of immunocompromised. Individuals with other, non-immunocompromised conditions (including but not limited to chronic disease or residing in group living arrangements considered high risk settings)... Read More.
Kay County Health Department offering walk-ins for students wanting COVID-19 vaccine
The Kay County Health Department has walk-in appointments available for students ages 12 and older that want a Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine.A parent must be present at the time of the vaccination. Walk-in hours are Monday-Friday from 8 a.m.-11 a.m. and 1 p.m.-4 p.m.The Kay County Health Department is located at 433 Fairview Avenue in... Read More.
