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Ponca City’s response rate to Census is at 65.1%

Thursday, September 3 by Lyman James

Ponca City’s response rate is at 65.1% – way to go Ponca City, keep it up! Ponca City’s final response rate in 2010 was 68.5 percent – come on Ponca City, let’s pass that! If you would like to see Ponca City’s response rate at any time, go to: https://2020census.gov/en/response-rates.html.You can still respond... Read More.

Three vehicles collide in accident east of Ponca City

Tuesday, September 1 by Lyman James

A personal injury collision occurred at approximately 12:07 p.m. on U.S. 60, 1/10 of a mile west of City View Road, 1 mile east of Ponca City in Osage County.Three vehicles were involved in the accident. David Mallow, 58, of Pawhuska was driving a 2019 Mack tractor was stopped in the center turn lane... Read More.

Two Ponca City Public Schools Individuals Test Positive For COVID-19

Thursday, August 27 by Lyman James

The following letter is from Ponca City Public Schools Superintendent Shelley Arrott in regards to two individuals from PCPS have tested positive for COVID-19. Dear PCPS Parents, Staff, and Community Members:Late today we were notified by the Kay County Health Department that two individuals in our schools tested positive for COVID-19. It is our top... Read More.

Ponca City Chamber of Commerce Delivers Donated School Supplies to PCPS District

Thursday, August 27 by Lyman James

The Ponca City Area Chamber of Commerce hosted an annual school supply drive. Typically, the Chamber sponsors the “Stuff the Bus” School Supply Campaign. However, with conditions surrounding the global pandemic, the decision was made to not park the bus at Wal-Mart this year. Instead, the PC Chamber requested the five most needed items for both elementary... Read More.

Ponca City Regional Airport Secures Aviation Education Grant For 2021

Wednesday, August 26 by Lyman James

The OAC (Oklahoma Aeronautics Commission) approved an education grant for Ponca City Regional Airport’s “Northern Oklahoma Flight Academy” scheduled for June 14-18 of 2021 at the Ponca City Regional Airport. The program is an aerospace education program at the Ponca City Regional Airport to expose students to the many career opportunities available in aerospace... Read More.

City of Ponca City to Observe Labor Day holiday

Wednesday, August 26 by Lyman James

The City of Ponca City will observe the upcoming Labor Day holiday, September 7. Residential Refuse WILL NOT BE PICKED UP on Monday, September 7, and WILL RESUME on Tuesday, September 8. Contact: Tim McNew, Solid Waste Supervisor, 767-0411Landfill will be CLOSED on Monday, September 7, and will REOPEN on Tuesday, September 8. Contact: Tim McNew, Solid... Read More.

AllianceHealth Ponca City Donates 1,700 Masks to PCPS

Friday, August 21 by Lyman James

AllianceHealth Ponca City donated 1,700 adult sized masks to Ponca City Public Schools for students in grades 8-12. The masks are Wildcat navy and red with the AllianceHealth logo. “We are so thankful to AllianceHealth for providing much needed masks to help keep our students, staff, and community as healthy as possible during these turbulent times,” said... Read More.

Ponca City Chamber printing new Chamber Bucks in September

Friday, August 21 by Lyman James

The Ponca City Chamber will print new Chamber Bucks in September.If you would like your business to be added to the list of names that take Chamber Bucks, please call the Ponca City Chamber Office at 580-765-4400 and let them know.This is a great benefit for Chamber Members. Chamber Bucks are like any... Read More.

Ponca City’s response rate for Census at 64 percent

Thursday, August 20 by Lyman James

Ponca City’s response rate for the 2020 U.S. Census is at 64%! If you would like to see Ponca City’s response rate at any time, go to: https://2020census.gov/en/response-rates.html.Kay County as a whole has a 61.7% response rate. For other communities, Braman is at 32.7%, Kaw City at, 38.2%, Blackwell at 58.1%, Newkirk at... Read More.

Hot water boilers currently being replaced at Ponca City RecPlex

Thursday, August 20 by Lyman James

The City of Ponca City, in an effort to continue improving services at the Ponca City RecPlex, are currently replacing the domestic hot water boilers. At this time, there is no domestic hot water in the facility. RecPlex pools and hot tub are not affected by this. The contractor estimates a project completion date... Read More.

Kayak rentals available at Lake Ponca

Thursday, August 20 by Lyman James

Kayaks at Lake Ponca are now available for rent on a first-come, first served basis. Renters may reserve kayaks online at www.poncacityok.gov or at the Boat House. Rentals are available Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Holidays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Rates:Single Kayak (1 Hour) $9.00 (RecPlex non-members) Single - RecPlex Member (1 Hour) $7.00 (RecPlex... Read More.

Makeup Registration for Ponca City Public Schools

Tuesday, August 18 by Lyman James

Makeup Registration for Ponca City Public Schools will be held on Thursday, August 20 from 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the Registration Center located at 111 West Grand. Virtual Academy students may pickup their Chromebooks on Friday, August 21 from 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the Registration Center located at 111 West Grand.