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Oklahoma in phase 2 of Gov Stitt’s plan to reopen the state

Monday, May 18 by Lyman James

The State of Oklahoma is now in Phase 2 of Gov. Stitt's plan to reopen.In Phase 2, the Safer At Home order continues to apply through the end of May for Oklahomans 65 and older or who are part of a vulnerable population. Stitt says that we should all continue to maintain social distancing... Read More.

City of Ponca City continuing to follow Gov. Stitt’s “Open Up And Recover Safely” Plan

Wednesday, May 13 by Lyman James

Governor Stitt announced the reopening of the economy of the State of Oklahoma in a three phase approach, OURS (Open Up and Recover Safely). The City of Ponca City will follow the State of Oklahoma’s guidance in this plan, which can be accessed at https://www.okcommerce.gov/wp-content/uploads/Open-Up-and-Recover-Safely-Plan.pdf. Since the Governor’s announcement of OURS, the City of Ponca City... Read More.

Gov. Stitt says Oklahoma is “on track” to begin phase two of reopening plan

Thursday, May 7 by Lyman James

Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt announced during a news conference Wednesday, May 6, that Oklahoma is on track to begin phase two of the state’s reopening plan amid the coronavirus pandemic. Stitt urges Oklahomans to continue practicing social distancing guidelines and washing their hands frequently.Phase TwoElderly and vulnerable Oklahomans will continue to follow Safer-At-Home guidelines.Nonessential... Read More.

Gov. Stitt announces FEMA’s approval to make funding available for crisis counceling

Wednesday, May 6 by Lyman James

Gov. Kevin Stitt announced Tuesday that the Federal Emergency Management Agency has approved his request to make funding available for crisis counseling, which will help support mental health initiatives designed to benefit people affected by the coronavirus pandemic.Stitt said this is a portion of his ongoing request for disaster assistance as part of Oklahoma’s... Read More.

Gov. Stitt extends Safer at Home order

Thursday, April 16 by Lyman James

On Wednesday, Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt made the decision to extend the Safer at Home order for the state until May 6 for those age 65 and older and those that have compromised immune systems.Stitt said that he is looking for ways to re-open non-essential businesses that are currently closed due to the COVID-19... Read More.

Gov. Stitt places all 77 Oklahoma counties under executive order

Thursday, April 2 by Lyman James

Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt made the announcement on Wednesday that his executive order to close all nonessential businesses now includes all 77 counties in the state.The closure applies to businesses featuring social gatherings, such as bars, hair salons, gyms and restaurants.Before the announcement Wednesday, Stitt's executive order originally applied to counties that had COVID-19... Read More.

Gov. Stitt requires self-quarantine for travelers from six states

Monday, March 30 by Lyman James

Gov. Kevin Stitt on Sunday issued another amendment to the state's coronavirus executive order that requires travelers from six states to self-quarantine for 14 days and issues protections for health care workers and vulnerable populations. According to a news release, travelers entering Oklahoma from New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, California, Louisiana and Washington state... Read More.