2025 Biennial Sponsorship Year Party at the Palace – August 22

The Time is Here  Tickets are on sale now. The Ponca City Chamber's Party at the Palace is back and bigger than ever at the historic Marland Mansion! Join us Friday, August 22, for an evening of Hidden Spirits & Local Gems. Enjoy live music by Band #9, live and silent auctions, new & exciting raffle... Read More.

Senators Mann, Coleman, and Greater Oklahoma City Chamber applaud funding fix to keep Heartland Flyer rolling another year

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Mark Mann, D-Oklahoma City, Sen. Bill Coleman, R-Ponca City, and the Greater OKC Chamber are celebrating a vote by the North Central Texas Council of Governments’ Regional Transportation Council on Thursday, July 10 to provide $3.5 million in regional toll revenue funds to continue service of the Heartland Flyer for one... Read More.

New Student Enrollment Opportunity for the Upcoming 2025-2026 School Year

Attention:• If you are new to the Ponca City• If your student did not complete the 2024-2025school year, but will be attending Ponca City Public Schools in 2025-2026Please use the provided QR code to book an appointment to enroll.  Appointments will be available from July 7-17. They will be closed on Fridays.Simply scan the QR code provided and book an appointment... Read More.
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Deadline for state Officer of the Year nominations almost here

OKLAHOMA CITY – Attorney General Gentner Drummond is reminding law enforcement agencies across the state that the deadline to submit nominations for the 2025 Officer of the Year Awards is Monday, June 30.Only law enforcement agencies are eligible to submit official nominations, but Drummond encourages members of the public to reach out to their local... Read More.

Ponca City Celebrating 250th Year of US Army Friday

This year June 14, 2025 marks the U.S. Army’s 250th birthday.On June 13 at 1:00pm, Deputy City Manager Don Bohon will read a proclamation from the City of Ponca City to celebrate this historic milestone at City Hall.The community and especially Army Veterans are invited to City Hall to celebrate and thank the U.S.... Read More.
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Smith Honored as Representative of the Year by Veterans Council

OKLAHOMA CITY – David Smith, in May was honored as Representative of the Year by the Oklahoma Veterans Council.Smith serves as chair of the House Veterans and Military Affairs Committee and is himself a veteran after serving in the Army where he specialized in military intelligence. He's also a member of the Legislative Veterans... Read More.

Tyler Busby Named Student of the Year at Pioneer Technology Center

Ponca City, OK --- Pioneer Technology Center (Pioneer Tech) is proud to announce Tyler Busby as its 2024/2025 Student of the Year. An adult student in the Information Technology program, Busby was honored for his exceptional leadership, character, and commitment to academic and personal excellence.Busby was formally recognized at Graduation Ceremonies on May 20th... Read More.
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‘Shai Cooper Act’ to Take Effect This Year

A pro-family measure streamlining the adoption process for immediate relatives while protecting children will take effect later this year.Rep. Erick Harris, R-Edmond, authored House Bill 2647, which establishes clear provisions on when a court can waive preplacement home studies. It also expands the eligibility for these waivers to include immediate relatives,... Read More.

Three Finalists for the 2026 Ponca City Teacher of the Year Announced

Congratulations to the three finalists for the 2026 Ponca City Teacher of the Year. Finalists include Lorrie Layton (East Middle School), Jill Klein (Po-Hi) and Irene Sanchez (Lincoln Elementary).The TOY celebration will be held March 27. The reception will be from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Commons and the ceremony is at 7 p.m. at... Read More.