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PCPS Summer Feeding Program

Tuesday, May 25 by Lyman James

Free meals will be available to children as part of the Summer Food Service Program for the Ponca City Public School district the rest of the week. Meals will be available to children ages 18 and under.Breakfast and lunch will be available at the same time from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Ponca... Read More.

City of Newkirk hiring reserve police officers

Tuesday, May 25 by Lyman James

The City of Newkirk is looking to hire reserve police officers. Must be reserve or full-time certified through CLEET. Contact the Newkirk Police Department for more information at 580-362-2414.

U.S. 77 closed at railroad underpass due to semi accident

Monday, May 24 by Lyman James

Oklahoma Highway Patrol Troop K announced Monday morning that anyone who travels on U.S. 77 southbound north of Ponca City can expect major delays for a single semi non-injury crash just to the North of Coleman Road.The accident occurred at the bridge where U.S. 77 goes underneath the railroad tracks. Wrecker crews are currently... Read More.

City of Ponca City searching for volunteers

Monday, May 24 by Lyman James

The City of Ponca City has a number of advisory boards and commissions consisting of volunteers from within the community. All citizen advisory board meetings are open to the public. Advisory board applications are available in the City Manager’s Office, or you can apply online.They currently have 4 openings on Library Board and Marland... Read More.

City of Blackwell and Grand Lake Mental Health Center discuss new mental health facility

Friday, May 21 by Lyman James

Mayor Greenfield and the city administrative staff met today with Larry Smith, Chief Executive Officer of Grand Lake Mental Health Center (“GLMHC”).The purpose of the meeting was to discuss the former Houston School location as the site of their proposed 24/7 mental health facility and crisis center.Approximately fifty (50) quality jobs will be created... Read More.

Ponca City Chamber Reports Someone Is Making Copies Of A Chamber Buck Check

Thursday, May 20 by Lyman James

The Ponca City Chamber of Commerce is reporting an issue with their Chamber Bucks program. The Chamber has someone that is making copies of Chamber Buck Check #177981 and taking them to area businesses. Several have taken these fake Chamber Bucks not knowing they are not legit.If you see a Chamber Buck with this... Read More.

124 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, Over 1.2 million Oklahomans fully vaccinated

Thursday, May 20 by Lyman James

The Oklahoma State Department of Health on Wednesday reported 124 new COVID-19 cases across the state, bringing the overall total of cases to 451,473. 146 is Wednesday's 7-day rolling average for number of new cases.There are 1,621 active COVID-19 cases in the state and Kay County has five active cases. Kay County overall has... Read More.

Amie Huster named new PCPS Head Cheerleading Coach

Thursday, May 20 by Lyman James

Amie Huster, a graduate of Ponca City High School, has been named the new head cheerleading coach for Ponca City Public Schools.Coach Huster is no stranger to the glow of Friday night lights as she cheered for Ponca City from seventh grade through her senior year when she served as cheer captain. She took... Read More.

Kirk Hamlin receives May Golden Apple Award

Thursday, May 20 by Lyman James

Kirk Hamlin, teacher at West Middle School, has been awarded the May Golden Apple Award. This program gives local teachers community-wide recognition for the creative ways they support, motivate and encourage a lifetime of learning in and out of the classroom. The Golden Apple Program is made possible by community partners Kenny Wheeler Farmers... Read More.

Kay County Sheriff’s Office looking for vehicle

Thursday, May 20 by Lyman James

The Kay County Sheriff's Office is asking for the help of citizens. If you see the vehicle in the attached image, please notify the Sheriffs office immediately. Please pay attention to the details. KCSO says they've seen many vehicles that resemble this one, but was not it. If you do see this vehicle, call... Read More.

Pfizer Vaccine Approved for 12-15 Year Olds

Thursday, May 20 by Lyman James

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently expanded the emergency use authorization for the Pfizer vaccine to include adolescents 12 through 15 years of age. The FDA amended the EUA originally issued on Dec. 11, 2020, for administration in individuals 16 years of age and older.In addition to receiving protection from the effects of... Read More.

OK Freewheel Tour plans to make stop in Blackwell

Wednesday, May 19 by Lyman James

Oklahoma's Premier Road and Gravel Cross-State Bicycle Tour "OK Freewheel 2021" will take place June 6-12.The tour will begin in Vernon, TX before ending in Ark City, KS making Blackwell the last leg of this spectacular trip! Bikers will camp out in Blackwell. Other communities they'll camp in are Frederick, Medicine Park, Hinton, Kingfisher... Read More.