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Kansas man involved in Grant County accident, alcohol believed to be the cause

Sunday, March 29 by Lyman James

A Caldwell, Ks. man was involved in a personal injury collision at 4:35 p.m. Saturday afternoon on U.S. 60 and County Road 1050, eastbound, approximately one-half mile south of Lamont in Grant County.Charles C. Sparks, 57, was driving a 1994 GMC Sierra eastbound on U.S. 60 when he departed the roadway to the right,... Read More.

Winter Storm Watch For Grant County And Northwest Oklahoma

Monday, January 27 by Lyman James

The National Weather Service in Norman has issued a Winter Storm Watch for Grant County and much of northwest Oklahoma from late Monday night until Tuesday afternoon.Other counties included in the watch are Harper, Woods, Alfalfa, Ellis, Woodward and Major. At this time, Kay County is NOT included.Heavy wet snow is possible. Total snow... Read More.

Medford Resident Injured in Grant County Accident Tuesday

Wednesday, January 22 by Lyman James

POND CREEK, Okla. - A personal injury collision occurred at 7:56 a.m. Tuesday morning on U.S. 60, 0.2 miles north of Coal Road, approximately 3 miles west and 4 miles south of Pond Creek in Grant County.Robert William Taylor, 30, of Medford was driving a 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt northbound on U.S. 60. The vehicle... Read More.

GRANT FUNDING AVAILABLE FOR HOMEBUYER ASSISTANCE & SPECIAL SERVICES/INTERIM ASSISTANCE

Thursday, January 16 by Lyman James

The City of Ponca City recognizes that most renters could afford to make monthly house payments, but the largest obstacle is saving money for a down payment and closing costs. The Homebuyer Assistance Program is designed to decrease the barriers preventing low to moderate income individuals and families from owning homes. The Homebuyer Assistance Program will provide... Read More.

City Of Newkirk Receives Grant To Build New Path

Wednesday, March 6 by Lyman James

The plans to build a pedestrian and bicycle path that would encompass most of Newkirk will receive part of $7.5 million in federal funds aimed to boost non-motorized travel in Oklahoma. The Oklahoma Transportation Commission approved the $7.5 million for 21 local projects in the Newkirk area as a part of the Transportation Alternatives... Read More.

3.8 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Grant County Tuesday Evening

Wednesday, February 27 by Lyman James

If you felt a little bit of a shake Tuesday evening, you might have felt the recent earthquake. The U.S. Geological Survey reported that a 3.8 magnitude earthquake happened 0.3 miles from Wakita in Grant County. There have been no reports of damage so far.

Newkirk Community To Voice Opinion On City Grant

Thursday, February 21 by Lyman James

The City of Newkirk is scheduled to have a special public hearing on this upcoming Monday and the public is invited to attend and give any inputs on an upcoming bond for city repairs.According to the Newkirk-Herald, the meeting is scheduled for 5:45 p.m. in the Newkirk Public Library meeting room. The regular city... Read More.

TSET Approves $20,000 Grant For Tonkawa Schools

Friday, February 1 by Lyman James

The TSET Board of Directors have approved incentive grants for schools that have passed policies to help students learn healthy habits early and promote health for students, teachers and staff through the TSET Healthy Incentive Program.Tonkawa Public Schools was awarded $20,000. TSET funds were awarded to 21 school districts and 2 school sites as... Read More.