Leadership – Ponca City Now

Pioneer Tech Student Recognized as National Finalist at BPA Leadership Conference

Monday, May 19 by Ponca City Now

Ponca City, OK ---Benjamin Dailey, a student in the Visual Communications program at Pioneer Technology Center, recently traveled to Orlando, Florida to participate in the National Leadership Conference of Business Professionals of America (BPA). Alongside students from across the country, Dailey proudly represented Pioneer Tech at this prestigious event, showcasing his knowledge and skills... Read More.

Dr. Ryan Burkett Graduates from TechCAP Leadership Program

Thursday, May 1 by Ponca City Now

Ponca City - Pioneer Technology Center proudly congratulates Dr. Ryan Burkett, Instructional Director of Trade and Industry Services, on his graduation from the Technology Center Administrator Program (TechCAP). This highly respected leadership initiative is designed to support both current and aspiring leaders within Oklahoma’s CareerTech System. Through TechCAP, participants gain a deeper understanding of... Read More.

Gov. Stitt Forms Wildfire Strategy Team After Leadership Shakeup in Forestry Department

Thursday, April 10 by News 6

TULSA, Okla. -In response to the recent wildfire outbreak in Oklahoma, Governor Kevin Stitt has announced the creation of the Wildland Fire Response Working Group, which aims to review and improve the state’s wildfire response strategies.This follows the resignation of the State Forester, Mark Goeller, and the firing of two additional forestry... Read More.

Black Leadership is Now: House Democrat Members to Host Black History Day at the Capitol

Monday, February 24 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – February 25, members of the House Democratic Caucus will host the Annual Black History Day at the Oklahoma State Capitol. "We are excited to be bringing back the Black History Day at the Capitol program for the 3rd year in a row,” said Rep. Jason Lowe, D-Oklahoma City. “We're honored to have... Read More.

Luttrell Appointed to House Committee Leadership

Tuesday, January 14 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Ken Luttrell, R-Ponca City, has been appointed by Oklahoma House Speaker Kyle Hilbert, R-Bristow, as chair of the House Appropriations & Budget Subcommittee on Select Agencies. This is Luttrell’s second term chairing the committee, which oversees regulations, budgets and performance for 54 state agencies and commissions, including the Oklahoma Department of... Read More.

Oklahoma Leadership in Washington React to New Orleans Attack

Thursday, January 2 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY, (KOKH) — Oklahoma lawmakers reacted this morning to the news of a New Orleans New Year’s Eve attack that took place around 3:15 a.m. Wednesday morning. A man, identified as a U.S. citizen from Texas, is reported to have intentionally driven a pickup into a crowd of people celebrating the new year on Bourbon... Read More.

Students Return from Cooperative Youth Leadership Camp

Monday, July 22 by Lyman James

High School students Natalie Newland and Zoe Sterling represented Kay Electric Cooperative at Cooperative Leadership Camp in Steamboat Springs, Colorado from July 12 – 18. Joining their peers from Kansas, Colorado, and Wyoming, approximately 100 youth learned about the cooperative principles at the week-long camp. When arriving at Glen Eden Resort, nestled in the Rocky... Read More.

Po-Hi Students Attend Fall Leadership Conference

Thursday, October 20 by Lyman James

Ponca City High School DECA and BPA chapters recently attended the Oklahoma Fall Leadership Conference in Norman. Students had the opportunity to enhance learning skills through networking, workshops and community service. Leadership is something students build over time and these high school leaders learned more about how to assemble the tools they need to... Read More.

Leadership Cowley County Now Accepting Applications For 2022 Class

Tuesday, August 2 by Lyman James

Leadership Cowley County is accepting applications for its Fall 2022 class.The organization defines itself as a community leadership program "with the mission to equip and build capacity in people to create change in self, our community and the world."According to a press release from LCC, the class is not only a call to action... Read More.

Leadership Cowley County, Southwestern College Team Up For June 11 Workshop

Wednesday, May 18 by Lyman James

Leadership Cowley County and Southwestern College are teaming up to provide a workshop for the public to hone their leadership skills.The workshop, scheduled for Saturday, June 11, from 8:30 a.m. through noon, will be led by Dr. Ross Peterson-Veatch of Southwestern using the “Immunity to Change” method."Leadership is a muscle that needs to be... Read More.

NOC Tonkawa awards seven Presidential Leadership Scholarships and three State Regents Scholarships

Tuesday, May 17 by Lyman James

Northern Oklahoma College has awarded seven Presidential Leadership Scholarships and three State Regents Scholarships for NOC Tonkawa for the 2022-23 academic year.Planning to attend NOC Tonkawa in Fall 2022 from Tonkawa are Allison Green, Kingfisher; Autumn Leist, Ponca City; Cayla Hoch, Lawton; Ally Riddle, Ponca City; Raven Bruce, Wagoner; Jaci Johnson, Tonkawa; and Savanna... Read More.

Ponca City Police Department hosts 35th Leadership Ponca City class

Monday, April 25 by Lyman James

Chief Don Bohon and other members of the Ponca City Police Department, had the privilege of hosting the 35th Leadership Ponca City class for a portion of their “City Government” day. The class toured through the unfinished, but still very impressive Ponca City Police Station that is under construction at 300 E. Oklahoma Ave.