No. 21 OSU women top Texas Tech 62-59, will play Baylor in Big 12 Tournament semifinal

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Sophomore Stailee Heard scored 24 of her 34 points in the second half to rally No. 21 Oklahoma State to a 62-59 victory over Texas Tech on Friday night in a Big 12 Conference Tournament quarterfinal at T-Mobile Center.The third-seeded Cowgirls (25-5) will play No. 2 seed Baylor in...

Shelley Arrott Named Roastee for the 2025 Pioneer Tech Foundation Dinner and Roast

Ponca City, OK----- The 2025 Pioneer Technology Center (PTC) Foundation Dinner and Roast will take place on April 10, honoring Shelley Arrott, a lifelong educator and dedicated Ponca City community leader. Arrott, known for her outstanding service in public education and her commitment to local organizations, will be the subject of a lighthearted roast...
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OSU falls 93-55 to No. 12 Texas Tech

By TIM WILLERT Associated PressSTILLWATER, Okla. (AP) — JT Toppin had 32 points and 12 rebounds to help No. 12 Texas Tech rout Oklahoma State 93-55 on Saturday.Christian Anderson added 16 points and Oklahoma City product Kevin Overton had 13 for Texas Tech (20-5, 11-3 Big 12), which has won four straight against the...

Pioneer Tech Achieves Success in Student Placement and Certifications

Ponca City, OK—– Pioneer Technology Center (PTC) is proud to announce exceptional achievements in student placement, certification accomplishments, and workforce contributions, showcasing the continued success of its programs and the dedication of its students and staff. In FY24, PTC exceeded expectations in key areas. An impressive 91.22% of career major completers were placed in related...
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Morton, Brooks lead Texas Tech to a 56-48 win, keep OSU winless in Big 12 play

By HALLIE HART Associated PressSTILLWATER, Okla. (AP) — Behren Morton and Tahj Brooks each accounted for four touchdowns while Jacob Rodriguez made two key defensive plays to secure Texas Tech’s 56-48 victory against Oklahoma State on Saturday.The Red Raiders (7-4, 5-3 Big 12) bounced back from their previous loss to Colorado, while Oklahoma State...

Pioneer Tech Launches Employment Center Through Work Ready Oklahoma

PONCA CITY- Pioneer Tech proudly announces the launch of Work Ready Ponca City, contracted by the Oklahoma Department of Human Services and spearheaded by a dedicated team from Pioneer Tech. This groundbreaking workforce development initiative aims to transform local employment opportunities for diverse populations including; low-income families, unemployed individuals, and those seeking to reenter...

Pioneer Tech Ambulance Simulator Enhances Training for EMT Program

PONCA CITY- Pioneer Technology Center (PTC) is using cutting-edge technology with a true-to-life replica of an actual ambulance patient compartment, that is significantly enhancing the training experience for EMT and Paramedic students at Pioneer Tech.Joe Bennett, Director of the OSU-OKC fire program and a valued member of the Firefighter/EMT advisory committee, played a pivotal...
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Orva Rothgeb Retires After 23 Years with Pioneer Tech

Orva Rothgeb, long-time Pioneer Technology Center (PTC) board member and current President of the Board, announced her plans to retire from her leadership role on the PTC Board of Education. Rothgeb began her service with Pioneer Tech in 2000, since that time she has been involved in two major building projects. “We are forever...

Janet Schwabe Assumes New Role at Pioneer Tech

Pioneer Technology Center (PTC) employee Janet Schwabe has a new position with the Business and Industry Services (BIS) team.  After nearly three years in a collaborative role with the Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance, Schwabe is becoming Pioneer Tech’s Innovation and Incubator Manager. As a full-time Pioneer Tech employee, she will focus on...

Pioneer Tech Holds NTHS Ceremony

Pioneer Technology Center's (PTC) National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) inductees and their families attended a ceremony recognizing their accomplishments during the school year. Shelley Arrott, Ponca City School Superintendent, spoke to the inductees about leadership and learning from your mistakes.