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NOC Tonkawa PTK students inducted

Tuesday, April 28 by Lyman James

The Northern Oklahoma College Tonkawa Phi Theta Kappa Xi Theta Chapter announced their 2020 inductees this week. Normally, the inductees are honored in a reception at the NOC Tonkawa Renfro Center but the event was canceled due to Covid-19. According to NOC Phi Theta Kappa sponsor Lynn Demuth, “The Purpose for Phi Theta Kappa... Read More.

Tonkawa principle announces Bucs Valedictorians

Thursday, April 23 by Lyman James

Tonkawa principle Kyle Simpson has announced the Valedictorians for the Bucs class of 2020. They include Rosie Conaway, Ashton Linton, Reagan Mulligan and Cassidy Williamson. Congratulations! Information on Graduation Ceremonies for Tonkawa have not been released.

Wichita man under the influence of alcohol causes collision near Tonkawa

Friday, April 3 by Lyman James

A personal injury collision happened at 5:16 a.m. Friday morning on I-35 southbound at milemarker 211, the U.S. 60 exit west of Tonkawa.Jeffrey Pappan II, 26, of Wichita, Ks. was driving northbound in the southbound lane of I-35. In an attempt to avoid a collision, a Red 2019 Freightliner driven by Phillip Peterson, 45,... Read More.

Tonkawa Casinos Temporarily Closing

Thursday, March 19 by Lyman James

The following is a press release from Tonkawa Hotel & Casino Tonkawa, OK - The safety and security of our guests and team members is our top priority for all three of our casinos - Tonkawa Hotel & Casino, Native Lights Casino and Tonkawa Gasino.While we take great pride in our high standards of cleanliness... Read More.

King, Murray named NOC Tonkawa Homecoming royalty

Monday, February 17 by Lyman James

TONKAWA - Demaree King and Carlee Murray were named the Northern Oklahoma College Homecoming King and Queen Thursday night at the Foster-Piper Fieldhouse. The coronation was held at halftime of the Mavs game against Redlands. Murray is a sophomore from Granite majoring in General Arts & Sciences. Murray represents Women’s Basketball. She is an... Read More.

Newkirk And Tonkawa Propositions Both Pass

Wednesday, February 12 by Lyman James

Voters in Tonkawa made their ways to the polls on Tuesday to vote on a new city proposition, and Newkirk residents voted on a proposition for Newkirk Public School District I-125. Both propositions di pass. Posted below are unofficial election results provided to us by Kay County.

Reports Of Auto Burglaries In Tonkawa

Friday, February 7 by Lyman James

TONKAWA - The Tonkawa Police Department has received several auto burglaries in the Tonkawa area lately. Tonkawa PD reminds everyone to please lock your vehicles. Odds are that if your vehicle is locked, the thief will move on to easier prey. Not always, but it's a good basic deterrent. Even if you don't want... Read More.

Tonkawa PD Searching For Suspect After McCarter Museum Burglary

Thursday, January 23 by Lyman James

TONKAWA - The Tonkawa Police Department released a report that the McCarter Museum has been burglarized.Local law enforcement said on Facebook that there is a reward for information regarding the Burglary at the Museum. Tipsters may remain anonymous. $250.00 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the suspects. Another $250.00 for the... Read More.

BHS Academic Bowl at NOC Tonkawa

Monday, January 13 by Lyman James

TONKAWA - The Blackwell High School Quiz Bowl Team placed 3rd at the Northern Oklahoma College Academic Bowl Jan. 9 at NOC Tonkawa. Teams from Drummond, Hennessey, Caney Valley, Newkirk, Tonkawa, Hominy, Kremlin-Hillsdale, DCLA, and Crescent participated in the event. Pictured (L-R): Angelica Ramirez, Hunter Easley, Kori Travis, Noah Smith, Eli Jones, coach Amy Haskins. (photo... Read More.

NOC Tonkawa Athletes earn 3.31 GPA for fall semester

Friday, January 3 by Lyman James

TONKAWA - Northern Oklahoma College Maverick athletes earned a 3.31 GPA for the fall semester, according to NOC Athletic Director Jeremy Hise. NOC Tonkawa sports include men’s and women’s soccer, men’s and women’s basketball, cheer, softball, and baseball. The highest GPA was earned by women’s soccer with a 3.56 while baseball earned a 3.54. ... Read More.