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Walnut Valley Virtual Festival 48.5 – September 12-20

Monday, September 14 by Lyman James

Winfield, Kansas—The public portion of the Walnut Valley Virtual Festival, officially dubbed WVF 48.5, begins today. The past weekend was spent in online instrument workshops, taught by artists who will appear in streaming concerts this weekend. Funds raised during this week of events and activities will go to help performers and the festival. A complete... Read More.

Walnut Valley Festival Announces Winners for 2020 NewSong Showcase

Tuesday, August 25 by Lyman James

Winfield, Kansas--Organizers of the 2020 virtual Walnut Valley Festival, or WVF 48.5, have announced the winners of the 2020 NewSong Showcase.The NewSong Showcase gives aspiring songwriters a chance to submit their work for review by a professional songwriter/artist, and features ten categories, including songs about Winfield, Children, Religion/Spirit, Feelin’ Blue, Instrumental, Sweet Memories, Love... Read More.

Virtual Walnut Valley Festival Revives Battle of the Bands

Thursday, August 13 by Lyman James

Winfield, Kansas—Officials at Walnut Valley Association (WVA) announced that registration is now open to bands wishing to take part in its inaugural virtual Battle of the Bands, part of the virtual Walnut Valley Festival, dubbed WVF 48.5. The contest will be included in the weeklong event, which will include instrument workshops, a special evening with... Read More.

Ponca City Herb Festival still set for June 6

Wednesday, April 29 by Lyman James

After much consideration and working with the City of Ponca City, the Ponca City Herb Festival is moving ahead with plans to be held this year on June 6.Members of the Ponca City Herb Festival will "rethink" many factors. Options and specifics will be provided next week should a vendor decide not to attend.... Read More.

Walnut Valley Festival Preparations Continue

Wednesday, March 18 by Lyman James

Winfield, Kansas ˗ Organizers of the Walnut Valley Festival are proceeding with plans to host the 49th annual gathering of acoustic music lovers from around the world in September. Staff at Walnut Valley Association (WVA), which manages the festival known to many simply as Winfield, are closely following the situation with regard to COVID-19, and the concerns... Read More.

Ponca City Public School Honor Choirs Perform at “Circle The State With Song” Festival

Thursday, February 13 by Lyman James

Ponca City Public School Honor Choirs from East & West Middle Schools and Union & McCord Elementary Schools recently performed at “Circle The State With Song,” Region C, Choral Festival held at the Stillwater High School Performing Arts Center. Ponca City music teachers involved were Chad Keilman (East), Michael Farmer (West), Nancy Taylor (Union),... Read More.

Ponca City High School Orchestra Students Participate in Southwestern College Honor Orchestra Festival

Tuesday, January 28 by Lyman James

PONCACITY- Eleven Ponca City High School Orchestra students participated in the 4th annual Southwestern College Honor Orchestra Festival in Winfield, Kansas. The orchestra was under the direction of Dr. Amber Peterson, Assistant Professor of Music at Southwestern College. Students spent the day rehearsing in preparation for a final concert held that evening. The students... Read More.

PCPS Honor Choirs Perform at Circle the State With Song Choral Festival

Friday, February 8 by Lyman James

Ponca City Public School Honor Choirs in grades 4th through 8th from East and West Middle Schools and Liberty, Union, and McCord Elementary Schools recently performed at “Circle the State With Song” Region C Choral Festival held at the Stillwater High School Performing Arts Center. Ponca City music teachers involved were Nancy Taylor (Union), Sarah Orr (Liberty), Breanna Allison... Read More.