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Newkirk woman killed in icy collision north of Guthrie

Monday, February 8 by Lyman James

A fatality collision occurred at 4:13 a.m. Monday morning on Interstate 35 near mile marker 166 on the Cimarron River Bridge, approximately 7 miles north of Guthrie in Payne County. A total of six vehicles were involved. One being a 2004 Chevy Venture van driven by Kelly Hillhouse, 51, of Newkirk. Hillhouse was pronounced dead... Read More.

Newkirk High School Hosting Shoe Drive

Wednesday, November 18 by Lyman James

The Newkirk High School Class of 2023 is needing help to raise funds for their upcoming After Prom in 2021. To do so, you can donate your old or gently used shoes. The shoes collected are matched by the students and parents and then donated to third world countries. The shoe drive ends December 1st. You can... Read More.

Football games cancelled for Blackwell and Newkirk this week

Thursday, November 5 by Lyman James

Two area teams will not be playing high school football on Friday, Nov. 5. Blackwell's game at home against Oklahoma Christian Schools, and Newkirk's game at Perry are the two games cancelled. Blackwell and Newkirk both reported new COVID-19 cases within their schools this week. Newkirk is going with virtual classes this week due to 8... Read More.

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Newkirk Schools go virtual this week due to COVID-19

Monday, November 2 by Lyman James

Newkirk Public Schools will operate under their home bound virtual education of their Return to Learn Plan this week. NPS currently has 8 employees and students that have tested positive for Covid-19 and approximately 65 contact traced individuals.

Newkirk football game against Hennessey cancelled

Wednesday, September 30 by Lyman James

Newkirk High School made the announcement on Tuesday that the upcoming game against Hennessey has been cancelled due to COVID-19 concerns. Earlier in the week, Newkirk Public Schools announced that a student tested positive for COVID-19 over the weekend. There are approximately 30 students and staff members contact traced and in quarantine as of Tuesday. All... Read More.

Newkirk student tests positive for COVID-19 over the weekend

Tuesday, September 29 by Lyman James

Newkirk Public Schools shared on their Facebook page that a student tested positive for COVID-19 over the weekend. There are approximately 30 students and staff members contact traced and in quarantine as of today. All students and staff members that were affected have been contacted. NPS reminds parents to complete the attendance questionnaire daily for each... Read More.

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Homecoming 2020 schedule for Newkirk

Friday, September 18 by Lyman James

Newkirk Public Schools has released a schedule regarding homecoming activities for Friday, Sept. 18. 12 p.m. - Pep Rally 2 p.m.- Parade in downtown Newkirk 6 p.m. -Coronation 7 p.m. -Game Time vs. OBA Pep Rally info: Parents and alumni are asked to enter the southeast or northeast entrance and will sit on the east side. Parents and alumni are... Read More.

COVID-19 trace discovered at Newkirk High School, but no new positive cases

Friday, September 4 by Lyman James

Newkirk Public Schools had a COVID-19 TRACE on Wednesday that affected a small number of students isolated to the High School. A contract trace is when an individual that test positive is in close proximity for an extended time to another individual. This was only a trace, so no Newkirk student or staff member tested... Read More.

Newkirk Main Street accepting donations to prepare for “Children’s Christmas Shop”

Wednesday, August 26 by Lyman James

We’re still dealing with summer heat, but Newkirk Main Street is now accepting donations of wrapping paper, bows and gift bags as they start getting ready for the annual “Children’s Christmas Shop”, which will open for two days in December. Drop off your items at 116 North Main, or call Newkirk Main Street at (580)... Read More.

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Newkirk Public Schools support staff employee tests positive for COVID-19

Sunday, August 23 by Lyman James

Newkirk Public Schools released an update onto their Facebook page Saturday that a support staff employee has tested positive for COVID-19. NPS worked with the Kay County Health Department and an investigation has taken place. No students or staff members (aside from primary family members) have been exposed. Masks and social distancing were key in... Read More.

Groundbreaking ceremony for new annex in Newkirk

Tuesday, August 11 by Lyman James

Kay County Commissioners invite the public to a groundbreaking ceremony for the new courthouse annex in Newkirk this morning. The event for the long-awaited project will start at 10 a.m. on the Courthouse Square.

Newkirk Range Rider Rodeo Pageant Cancelled

Friday, August 7 by Lyman James

The Newkirk Range Rider Rodeo Pageant made the announcement on July 26 that after a lot of careful thought and consideration, the 2020 Newkirk Range Riders Rodeo Pageant originally scheduled for August 28 & 29 has been cancelled. The four beautiful and talented NNR Titleholders have graciously agreed to extend their contracts thru 2021.... Read More.