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City of Ponca City shares update on fuel prices

Wednesday, June 15 by Lyman James

The electric grid relies heavily on natural gas for power generation. Compared to 2021, natural gas market prices were up 291 percent in May of 2022 and 248 percent in April of 2022. Some factors cited for the rise in natural gas prices include: unusually high temperatures in some parts of the U.S., the... Read More.

Ponca City Energy crews continue to make repairs

Friday, June 10 by Lyman James

Ponca City Energy crews continue to make repairs to the electric system damaged by 70 mph winds that occurred at approximately 4:00 a.m. this morning.Drivers are asked to please avoid Lake Road, between Kygar Road and 14th Street, while repairs are underway and tree debris is being removed.As of this release, there are approximately... Read More.

Paint Night returns to the Ponca City RecPlex

Thursday, June 9 by Lyman James

Paint Night at the RecPlex is returning this summer! It will help you tap into your creative side, no matter what your skill level is. Painting is a great way to relax and have fun.Classes are June 12 (register by TODAY, June 9), July 10 (register by July 7), and August 14 (register by... Read More.

Head Family hosting Ponca City Celebration

Wednesday, June 8 by Lyman James

Danny, Carey, and C.R. Head would like to celebrate Ponca City. This incredible family will host a Ponca City Family and Friends Celebration Thursday, June 30th from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. They will set up at Lake Ponca with a huge tent across from the Ambuc Playground and Pavilion.Danny’s BBQ Head Quarters, Inc.... Read More.

Ponca City Police Department requesting assistance to identify male suspect with stolen vehicle

Tuesday, June 7 by Lyman James

The Ponca City Police Department is requesting assistance from the public with identifying the male subject in the attached photos.On 5/30/2022, a vehicle was stolen in Ponca City and was eventually recovered in Tulsa. After the vehicle was stolen, the suspect drove it to the OnCue gas station at 3505 N. 14th St. in... Read More.

Ponca City man injured in Osage County accident

Sunday, June 5 by Lyman James

The Oklahoma Highway Patrol reports that a Ponca City man is in critical condition following a motorcycle accident that occurred at 9:43 p.m. Thursday, on City View south of Scissortail Lane, one mile east of McCord, in Osage County.Troopers report that Glen E. Salmon, 73, was in control of a 2013 Harley Davidson, traveling... Read More.

Ponca City Library awarded Grant

Sunday, June 5 by Lyman James

The ODL (Oklahoma Department of Libraries) has awarded a $12,867.43 grant to the Ponca City Public Library to address impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. ODL offered targeted grants to Oklahoma public libraries as part of the agency’s plan for use of ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act) funds.Holly LaBossiere, Ponca City Library Director, stated “The... Read More.

Ponca City Herb Festival happening Saturday

Thursday, June 2 by Lyman James

Kay County's longest running plant and craft festival.Come join us for this free-admission 'rain or shine' event this Saturday, June 4, starting at 8 a.m.More than 100 vendors from Oklahoma, Texas, Kansas, Colorado and Arkansas have rows of fresh herbs, plants, vegetables, primitive birdhouses, yard and garden ornaments, quilts, arts and crafts, antiques, herbal... Read More.

Express Employment Clydesdales coming to Ponca City

Tuesday, May 31 by Lyman James

The Express Employment Clydesdales are coming to Ponca City for the first time ever and will appear at the 101 Wild West Rodeo on June 10- 11th.”We are thrilled to have the Express Employment Clydesdales here for the 101 Wild West Rodeo & Parade and hope everyone comes out early to the rodeo to... Read More.

Ponca City Board of Commissioners held regular session Monday night

Thursday, May 26 by Lyman James

The Ponca City Board of Commissioners met in regular session on May 23, 2022. Mayor Homer Nicholson called the meeting order, which was followed by the pledge of allegiance. Commissioners Bodick, Chapman, Scott, and Taylor were present.Consent AgendaUnder the Consent Agenda, the City Commission approved the minutes of the Ponca City Board of Commissioners... Read More.

Ponca City Library hosting another year of the Read for Adventure program

Wednesday, May 25 by Lyman James

The Ponca City Library proudly hosts another year of the Read for Adventure program.The Read for Adventure program “aims to promote literacy within families, increase their contact with the outdoors and provide an outlet for invaluable, nature-inspired discoveries.” The Oklahoma City Zoo’s mission is to educate Oklahomans about wildlife and wild places. By partnering... Read More.

Ponca City school district providing summer school for a limited number of students in grades K-3

Monday, May 23 by Lyman James

The Ponca City school district will be providing summer school for a limited number of students in grades K-3. The purpose of this extended instruction time is to help students achieve grade level status and address learning gaps. The curriculum will consist of time spent in the Learning Management System, Imagine Learning, Monitored Independent... Read More.