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Po-Hi’s Bethany Klein Named a National Merit Commended Scholar

Friday, May 5 by Lyman James

Bethany Klein has been named a National Merit Commended Scholar for 2023. She is the daughter of Tim Klein and Jill Klein. She plans to study biomedical engineering at Kansas State University. Thank you, Bethany, for representing your school and your community in just an excellent way!

It’s A Birthday Party for E.W. Marland Saturday and You’re Invited!

Friday, May 5 by Lyman James

Join the Marland's Grand Home in celebrating the 149th birthday of E.W. Marland on Saturday, May 6th, from 10 am to 3 pm. The event promises to be an exciting experience, complete with reenactors, music, cake, and beverages.Guests will have the opportunity to interact with reenactors portraying significant figures in Marland's life, including Lew... Read More.

Fly In Breakfast Saturday Morning: Come Hungry!

Friday, May 5 by Lyman James

The Ponca City Aviation Booster Club is hosting their next fly-in breakfast tomorrow. The breakfast will be held at the airport located at 2213 North Waverly Street in Ponca City. The event will begin at 7 am and has been extended until 10:30 am.The breakfast menu includes a wide variety of dishes, including scrambled... Read More.

28th Annual Hospice Memorial Golf Tournament May 26th

Friday, May 5 by Lyman James

Hospice of North Central Oklahoma will host the 28th Annual Hospice Memorial Golf Tournament on Friday, May 26th, at the Lew Wentz Memorial Golf Course. The tournament will begin with a shotgun start at 8 am, and snacks and refreshments will be available throughout the morning.After the tournament, an awards ceremony will take place,... Read More.

Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive on May 13th

Friday, May 5 by Lyman James

Ponca City and other area letter carriers invite you to take part in the largest one-day food drive in the country on Saturday May 13. All you have to do is pick up some extra non-perishable food items when you shop and leave them out for your carrier that day. Postal employees will collect... Read More.

Po-Hi Excellence: Savannah Valgora named National Merit Finalist

Friday, May 5 by Lyman James

Savannah Valgora has been named a National Merit Finalist for 2023. She is the daughter of Jill Valgora. She plans to attend Oklahoma State University, major in psychology pre-law and plans to attend law school after graduation. Congratulations Savannah!

NOC Girls’ Basketball Camp Announced

Thursday, May 4 by Lyman James

Applications are now being accepted for the Lady Mavs girls’ summer basketball camps at Northern Oklahoma College Tonkawa, according to Coach Greg Krause, camp director. “Summer is the best time to work on individual skills and fundamentals,” he advises. “Basketball teaches the value of improving as an individual, as well as committing to what’s best... Read More.

For Area Businesses: Is the “$26,000 Per Employee” Tax Refund legit?

Thursday, May 4 by Lyman James

Quick answer: It is. The program has been heavily promoted on radio, tv and through social media, leading to many questions. The Employee Retention Credit is a payroll tax refund program that provides critical support to businesses that kept employees on payroll during the pandemic. With the recent regulation change, even businesses that... Read More.

Estrada Named Lady Cat Basketball Coach

Thursday, May 4 by Lyman James

Mica Estrada has been named the new head coach for the Lady Cat basketball program, pending approval from the Ponca City Board of Education. She has served as the varsity assistant basketball coach for Ponca City Public Schools since August 2017. Mica attended Oklahoma Christian University from 2010-2014, graduating with a bachelor’s degree in psychology.... Read More.

Upcoming Blood Drives in the Region

Friday, April 28 by Lyman James

See the schedule below DATE, 2023 ─ Smile, summer is just around the corner! Get ready by giving blood with Our Blood Institute at a local blood drive and help save a life!Our Blood Institute (OBI) will hold a blood drive with SPONSOR on DAY, DATE, from TIME to TIME at PLACE. With your blood donation... Read More.