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Fireworks prohibited within Ponca City

Monday, June 22 by Lyman James

The Ponca City Fire Department strongly urges the public to use extra caution during the upcoming Fourth of July holiday period. Each year thousands of serious fireworks-related injuries occur across the country. Sparklers, firecrackers, and bottle rockets are the leading cause of those injuries.Fireworks are not allowed to be discharged within the city limits... Read More.

CITY OF PONCA CITY TO OBSERVE INDEPENDENCE DAY HOLIDAY

Thursday, June 18 by Lyman James

Residential Refuse WILL NOT BE PICKED UP on Friday, July 3 and WILL RESUME on Monday, July 6. Contact: Tim McNew, Solid Waste Superintendent, at 767-0454.The Landfill will be CLOSED on Friday, July 3 and will REOPEN on Saturday, July 4. Contact: Tim McNew, Solid Waste Superintendent, at 767-0454.The Ponca City Library will be CLOSED on... Read More.

Local COVID-19 testing sites for Ponca City and surrounding areas

Wednesday, June 17 by Lyman James

With more COVID-19 cases being reported, a reminder that the Kay County Health Department in Ponca City is offering curbside COVID-19 testing Monday-Friday by appointment only. The testing is free, and no doctor referral is required. You must stay in your vehicle at all times during an appointment. To schedule an appointment, call (580)762-1641(Read More.

Ponca City Public Schools 2020-2021 Learning Options

Tuesday, June 16 by Lyman James

The health, safety, and education of our students is the top priority for Ponca City Public Schools. Due to the current issues with COVID-19, we are requesting the input from our parents and students regarding the three different learning options.Option 1: On-site Learning: Traditional learning as typically offered – PreKindergarten through 12th GradeOption 2: Blended Learning: Online instruction... Read More.

Ponca City Chamber’s Spotlight Business of the week – The Ponca City Art Center

Monday, June 15 by Lyman James

The Ponca City Business Council Chamber Spotlight Business this week is The Ponca City Art Center located in the City Central Building, 400 East Central, on the 5th Floor. Terron Liles is the Executive Director.The Ponca City Art Center is dedicated to enriching the cultural life in our community by promoting, teaching, and... Read More.

Deadlines approaching to register for sports camps in Ponca City

Thursday, June 11 by Lyman James

Ponca City youth summer sports camp deadlines are approaching. You can see flyers for the camps posted below. Tennis Camp with Coach Larimer begins June 15th. Volleyball Camp with Coach Hinterreiter begins June 22nd. Basketball Camp with Coach Fincher begins July 20th. You can also visit the Ponca City RecPlex for registration.To... Read More.

PONCA CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS ENROLLMENT DATES AND INFORMATION

Wednesday, June 10 by Lyman James

MESSAGE FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT We are so excited for registration for the 2020-2021 school year to begin. It is going to be wonderful to see our returning students and to meet our new students in August. Our teachers and staff cannot wait to interact with students and families after a long five months of school... Read More.

Black Lives Matter protest in Ponca City went as planned

Tuesday, June 9 by Lyman James

Hundreds of protestors took part in the Black Lives Matter protest yesterday in Ponca City.The protest started at 5th and Overbrook and marched down to city hall on Grand Ave. between 5th and 6th streets. Ambulance was called on scene for two people with heat-related issues. The protest remained peaceful.According to Ponca Cityt Police... Read More.

Black Lives Matter Protest scheduled for Monday in Ponca City

Friday, June 5 by Lyman James

A Black Lives Matter protest is scheduled for this upcoming Monday, June 8, beginning at noon in Ponca City.Protestors will gather near the area of 5th and Overbrook, and will march to City Hall, where they will hold a rally. For a time period as needed, 5th street will be blocked to maintain safety from traffic... Read More.

Ponca City individual injured in accident north of Pawnee on Sunday

Monday, June 1 by Lyman James

A personal injury collision happened at 9:06 a.m. Sunday morning along State Highway 18, 8 miles north of Pawnee in Pawnee County.A 34-year-old individual(name withheld) from Ponca City was driving a 2003 GMC Envoy southbound on State Highway 18. The vehicle departed the roadway left for unknown reason, traveled down the east ditch, rolling... Read More.

More locations in Ponca City to open up Monday, June 1

Friday, May 29 by Lyman James

Governor Stitt announced the reopening of the economy of the State of Oklahoma in a three phase approach, OURS (Open Up and Recover Safely). The City of Ponca City will follow the State of Oklahoma’s guidance in this plan, which can be accessed at https://www.okcommerce.gov/wp-content/uploads/Open-Up-and-Recover-Safely-Plan.pdfSince the Governor’s announcement of OURS, the City of Ponca City... Read More.

Warrant issued for Ponca City man facing rape charge

Friday, May 29 by Lyman James

An outstanding warrant has been issued for 41-year-old Bryan Eugene Hiser of Ponca City.Hiser faces one felony charge of first degree rape after sexually abusing a child back in April 2018 and denied allegations at the time. During an interview in February 2019 with OSBI agent Michael Dean and Ponca City Police Sgt. Brian... Read More.