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Otoe-Missouria Tribal Complex closed due to increase in local COVID-19 cases

Friday, June 12 by Lyman James

The Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians released an update on social media Friday morning saying that due to the increase in positive COVID-19 cases across the community, and several cases among their staff, the Otoe-Missouria Tribal Complex on U.S. Highway 177 east of Red Rock will be closed until further notice.A COVID-19 drive-thru testing site... Read More.

Local swimming pools opening today

Monday, June 1 by Lyman James

On Monday, June 1, Parks and Recreation will open AMBUC Pool, located a 600 S. Eighth Street, and Wentz Pool, located a 2932 LA Cann Drive for the summer pool season. Both pool facilities will follow CDC pool guidance and recommendations on social distancing. AMBUC PoolOpen Swim is held from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on... Read More.

GoFundMe set for local police officer’s young son

Tuesday, May 19 by Lyman James

A GoFundMe has been launched for a local police officer and his young son who was born with heart defect. Camden Daniel Peterson was born in January with Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD). His surgery last week was a success, but he has a long road of recovery ahead. Camden’s dad, Caleb, just started as... Read More.

Shop local and save receipts to win chamber bucks

Tuesday, April 21 by Lyman James

When you shop local in Ponca City, remember to save our receipts! And then, once the Ponca City Chamber is able to re-open their office, you can drop them off for a chance to win Chamber Bucks. On Monday June 1, Rich Cantillon and his staff will draw from those receipts and award... Read More.

Oklahoma Blood Institute to Collect Convalescent Plasma to Aid Local COVID-19 Patients

Wednesday, April 8 by Lyman James

April 5, 2020 (OKLAHOMA CITY) – Oklahoma Blood Institute (OBI) will collect convalescent plasma from donors who have recovered from COVID-19, part of an experimental initiative to use the product to treat seriously ill patients. By creating the only statewide registry of available patients, Oklahoma Blood Institute can ensure local patients receive the donated products... Read More.

Details for local schools providing Grab-n-Go meals

Friday, March 27 by Lyman James

PONCA CITYBeginning Monday, March 23, the PCPS Child Nutrition Program will be providing pre-packaged grab and go meals at no cost for children ages 1-18. The meals will be available from 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Locations include Po-Hi (5th St. Parking lot), West Middle School, Garfield & Union. Please refer to the Child... Read More.

Ponca City Public School District Steps-Up to Help Local Hospital

Wednesday, March 25 by Lyman James

The Ponca City Public School District recently stepped-up in the time of crisis. The Ponca City Hospital was having a shortage of hand sanitizer, so they contacted the PCPS District to see if they could help. PCPS came to the rescue! Superintendent Shelley Arrott explained, “The hospital reached out to us because they were running... Read More.

Local Businesses Providing First Hour For Senior Citizens

Thursday, March 19 by Lyman James

Businesses around the country are allowing the first hour of a morning to older customers only. This includes the listed businesses below. NEWKIRK:Apple Market will provide their first hour Friday and Saturdays from 8 a.m.-9 a.m.Dollar General offering first hour every day BLACKWELL:United Supermarket and Dollar General offering first hour daily. TONKAWA:Venture Foods and Dollar General offering... Read More.

Local High School Wrestlers Heading For State Tournament

Wednesday, February 26 by Lyman James

Northern Oklahoma will be well-represented at the Oklahoma High School Wrestling State Tournament in Oklahoma City Feb. 28 and 29. Posted below are local schools and what all wrestlers will be competing. FOR CLASS 3A BLACKWELL: Aiden Odell (106 lbs), Evin Simpson (100 lbs), Caleb Odell (126 lbs), Kaiden Ailey (132 lbs), Alistair Lara, Christian Mora (182... Read More.

Wildcat Academy Students Learn Life Skills From Local Volunteer

Friday, February 21 by Lyman James

The students at PCPS Wildcat Academy are learning life skills from local volunteer Sean Searle. He comes to the school every Thursday and teachings life skills to students. Sean says he volunteers his time to help the students deal with relationships, faith, money, careers, etc. Pictured Top Right: Mary Rathbun and Sean SearlePictured Top... Read More.