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1,589 new COVID-19 cases this week for Oklahoma

Thursday, January 6 by Lyman James

As of January 5, the Oklahoma State Department of Health documented 1,589 new COVID-19 cases over the past week, putting the state's overall total of COVID-19 cases since early 2020 to 52,783.Locally, Kay County saw 218 new COVID-19 cases in a week. Kay County's had an overall total of 8,683 COVID-19 cases.43.2% of the... Read More.

no PCR tests for COVID-19 will be conducted at the Kay County Health Department this week

Tuesday, December 21 by Lyman James

For the week of December 20, no PCR tests for COVID-19 will be conducted at the Kay County Health Department. This is due to the holiday schedule with the Public Health Lab. PCR tests will resume on December 27.The Kay County Health Department also says that as students go on their holiday break, consider... Read More.

PCPS reports 3 in-school contact traces for last week

Tuesday, November 9 by Lyman James

Last week, Ponca City Public Schools had 3 in-school contact traces. This includes 2 at East Middle School and 1 at West Middle School. East Middle School has seen an increase in cases the last 2 weeks, but the majority of those affected by COVID-19 are returning to school this week.On Monday morning, EMS... Read More.

PCPCS reporting 16 new COVID-19 cases for the week of Sept. 27

Monday, October 4 by Lyman James

Ponca City Public Schools reported 16 positive COVID-19 cases for last week. This is one fewer than the week prior. PCPS also reported 57 close contacts and 73 in total affected.Out of the 16 new cases, only 4 required contact tracing. The other 12 cases were student/staff members who were not in school while... Read More.

PCPS reports 10 new COVID-19 cases for the week of Sept. 13

Monday, September 20 by Lyman James

Last week, Ponca City Public Schools had their best week of the year as far as COVID-19 is concerned. PCPS had 10 staff members or students test positive last week, and only 3 positives resulted in a contact tracing investigation. Fewer students were in class with symptoms or waiting testing results due to symptoms. PCPS... Read More.

PCPS sees 20 new COVID-19 cases for the week of

Tuesday, September 14 by Lyman James

In a weekly update on Monday, Ponca City Public Schools reported a total of 20 new COVID-19 cases, 49 close contacts and 69 total individuals affected for the week of September 6. The numbers are an improvement compared to the week of August 30 which saw 61 new COVID-19 cases and 480 close contacts. Ponca... Read More.

PCPS reports 61 new COVID-19 cases for the week of August 31

Tuesday, September 7 by Lyman James

Ponca City Public Schools reported a total of 61 new COVID-19 cases, 480 close contacts and 541 total people affected for the week of August 31. Monday, August 30, was the highest day on record with 28 new positive cases. Comparatively, PCPS experienced more in-school positive cases last week than they did at their highest... Read More.

Fair week set for 2021

Friday, June 18 by Lyman James

The City of Blackwell lately approved a sub-lease agreement with the Kay County Fair Board to host the long-running fair, which was cancelled for the first time in over 100 years in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.Fair week for 2021 will be September 14 through the 19.

PCPS shares COVID-19 update for week of April 27

Tuesday, May 4 by Lyman James

The week of April 26, PCPS had one contact tracing investigation at Lincoln Elementary, which affected 28 individuals. Another COVID Contact Tracing Investigation occurred over the weekend at West Middle School. Parents were notified and isolations and quarantines will begin on Monday, May 3, 2021. The West data will be reported with next week’s... Read More.

Spring Cleanup this week in Ponca City

Monday, April 12 by Lyman James

Spring Cleanup is this week for Ponca City residents. Solid Waste crews will pick up most trash and haul it away, or residents can haul it to the landfill themselves and get rid of it for free.City Collections Crews will pick up any extra items placed in your regular pickup area EXCEPT the following: • Poisons,... Read More.

Marland’s Grand Home Celebrates Oklahoma Museums Week, March 14-20

Tuesday, March 2 by Lyman James

The state of Oklahoma is home to over five hundred museums and cultural organizations. These institutions and agencies of scientific discovery and culture serve as centers for preservation, presentation, and interpretation of Oklahoma’s heritage. In celebration of Oklahoma’s Museum Week, March 14 to 20, the historic 1916 Marland Grand Home in Ponca City will... Read More.

Read Across America Week Set for Ponca City Public Schools

Thursday, February 25 by Lyman James

March 2 is National Read Across American Day, a day to celebrate literacy. This date was established by the National Education Association (NEA) in 1998 to help students of all ages get excited about reading. The day occurs each year on the birthday of beloved children’s book author Dr. Seuss. The Ponca City Public School... Read More.