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Ponca City Public Schools Announces Major Step Forward in Early Childhood Education and Childcare Solutions

Monday, April 28 by Ponca City Now

Ponca City Public Schools (PCPS) is proud to announce a transformative initiative that brings Washington Pre-K classes back to neighborhood schools while creating at least 40 new childcare spots across the community. This bold move, in partnership with the Child Development Center (CDC), aims to tackle two critical challenges facing Ponca City families: early... Read More.

Ponca City Senior Pages at OK House

Tuesday, April 22 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – Madeline Shear, a senior at Ponca City High School, recently served as a page for Rep. Ken Luttrell, R-Ponca City, during the eleventh week of the 60th Oklahoma Legislature.Shear is an accomplished student with a 4.07 GPA and has excelled in numerous academic and extracurricular activities. She serves as band president,... Read More.

2025 Ponca City High School Prom Saturday

Friday, April 18 by Ponca City Now

The 2025 Ponca City High School prom will be held Saturday, April 19th at the Marland Mansion. The Grand March will begin at 6 p.m. The theme of the 2025 Ponca City High School Prom is “Wildcat Rave.”Parking inside the Mansion gates will be limited to students attending prom and prom security only. We... Read More.

Ponca City UC Director Tim Williams Spent Tuesday at the State Capitol for Higher Education

Friday, April 18 by Ponca City Now-UC

University Center Director Tim Williams spent Tuesday at the State Capitol for Higher Education/Oklahoma's Promise Day at the Capitol. Representatives from colleges and universities across Oklahoma gathered to advocate for higher education and celebrate the impact higher education has on our state.Williams met with Senator Bill Coleman, Representative Ken Luttrell, Representative Toni Hasenbeck, Senator... Read More.

More than 11,000 Marijuana Plants Seized in Ponca City Bust Led by Attorney General’s Organized Crime Task Force

Monday, April 14 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY (April 14, 2025) – The bust of a Ponca City marijuana grow facility last week by the Attorney General’s Organized Crime Task Force (OCTF) and several partner agencies has resulted in five arrests and the confiscation of more than 11,000 illegal marijuana plants.The April 9 sweep at 3880 W. South Avenue in... Read More.

Kay County Healthy Living Coalition, Ponca City Police Department Teaming up to Conduct Tobacco and Alcohol Compliance Checks in Ponca City

Friday, April 11 by Ponca City Now

In an ongoing effort to uphold public health and safety standards, the Kay County Healthy Living Coalition, in partnership with the Ponca City Police Department, will be teaming up to conduct tobacco and alcohol compliance checks in Ponca City in April. These checks, which involve inspections and enforcement actions, are vital in ensuring that... Read More.

CANDIDATE FILING BEGINS FOR CITY OF PONCA CITY COMMISSIONER NO. 1

Friday, April 11 by Ponca City Now

Candidates interested in filing for City Commissioner No.1 for the City of Ponca City will file Declarations of Candidacy beginning at 8 am Monday April 28, 2025. Those who wish to file for a municipal office must submit a Declaration of Candidacy to the Kay County Election Board April 28, 29, 30 2025 between the... Read More.

Ponca City High School Music Students Shine at Pride of Texas Music Festival

Thursday, April 10 by Ponca City Now

Ponca City High School’s talented music students recently embarked on a memorable four-day trip to Dallas, Texas, where they showcased their exceptional skills at the Pride of Texas Music Festival in Plano, TX. The school’s band, choir, and orchestra each earned a superior rating. The orchestra was additionally awarded a “plus” rating - the... Read More.

Ponca City NERA in Urgent Need of Volunteers

Wednesday, April 9 by Ponca City Now

NERA Food and Resource Center at 112 S. 1st Street in Ponca City needs volunteers.The food pantry flooded Sunday night, but hundreds of families still need food this week. They are calling on the community to help. They need 8 volunteers per hour this Thursday & Friday (9 AM – 3 PM) to pack food... Read More.

Ponca City’s Annual Seed Swap Saturday

Friday, April 4 by Ponca City Now

Ponca City's Annual Seed Swap is Saturday April 5 at City Central at S. 5th and Central, hosted by Sunny Creek Trading Post.This year will be bigger than ever so bring your seeds and live plants to swap and a ready-to-learn attitude.There will be demonstrations, Q&A's, info booths, and supplies to get you started... Read More.

Ponca City Firefighters Train for High-Stakes Rescues

Tuesday, April 1 by Ponca City Now-City of Ponca City

At Station #1 at 5th and Grand Ave., crews are honing their skills in critical, real-life scenarios. This week’s training focuses on: Aerial Ladder Entry for Multi-Story Buildings – Mastering ladder operations to access upper floors quickly and safely, Search & Rescue – Navigating smoke-filled environments to locate and remove victims. Firefighter Down Rescue – Practicing rapid... Read More.

PCPD Investigating Recent Death in Ponca City

Monday, March 31 by Ponca City-PCPD

On the evening of March 30th, Ponca City Police and Ponca City EMS responded to the 300 block of south Lake Street for an unresponsive male. Upon arrival at the scene, Officers found 62 year old Robert Gibbs inside his residence and he was suffering from a gunshot wound. Gibbs was pronounced dead at the... Read More.