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Winter Weather Advisory continues until Monday afternoon

Monday, February 8 by Lyman James

Roadways continue to be slick and hazardous across northern Oklahoma on Monday morning as a Winter Weather Advisory goes until 4 p.m. this afternoon.Counties included for northern Oklahoma are Grant, Kay, Garfield, Noble, Osage, Logan, Pawnee, Payne and Lincoln counties.Freezing drizzle is likely until noon today.There are slick spots on roadways, bridges and overpasses...

Ponca City UMD provides tips for homes in cold weather

Monday, February 8 by Lyman James

The coldest air of the season is predicted for next week! Now is a great time to get PREPARED!!The Utility Maintenance Department would like to help prevent costly plumbing repairs or damage to your home. The forecast predicting extremely cold weather and low wind chills causes lots of water issues and...

OSDH reporting 2,174 new COVID-19 cases Sunday

Monday, February 8 by Lyman James

The Oklahoma State Department of Health is reporting 2,174 new positive COVID-19 cases on Sunday. Oklahoma's seen 403,954 COVID-19 cases overall as 26,651 cases are active.A total of 52 virus-related deaths were reported Sunday to put Oklahoma's death toll to 3,813.Kay County has seen 4,923 COVID-19 cases, 64 deaths and 4,539 recoveries. Data for...

East Middle School Yearbook Deadline is February 14

Monday, February 8 by Lyman James

East Middle School would like to inform students and parents that the last day to purchase the 2020-2021 East Middle School yearbook is February 14, 2021. The cost is $25.00 and they may be paid for by check or cash in the East Middle School Main Office. Parents/students also have the option of ordering...

PCPS Wildcat Academy Announces Their January Student of the Month Andie Leete

Monday, February 8 by Lyman James

Andie Leete has been selected as the Wildcat Academy Student of the Month for January 2021. Andie was chosen because of her hard work and self-discipline. Andie has the record for the number of activities completed in a week, and her attendance is exemplary. She is in her seat every day on time and...

NOC hosts Northern Encounter at all campuses

Friday, February 5 by Lyman James

Northern Oklahoma College will be hosting high school students for Northern Encounter at NOC Enid, NOC Tonkawa, and NOC Stillwater in February. The following is the Northern Encounter schedule: NOC Tonkawa – Feb. 10 NOC Stillwater – Feb. 15 NOC Enid – Feb. 17

Ponca City Wildcat Football Players Receive Post-Season Accolades

Friday, February 5 by Lyman James

Three Ponca City Wildcat Football players have received post-season accolades. Senior Spencer Ball has been selected for the Oklahoma Coaches Association East All-State Football Team. The position for which Spencer has been selected is kicker, punter, and place kicker. Spencer is a four-year lettermen for the Wildcat Football team. In addition to...

NOC sweeps NEO in conference opener

Friday, February 5 by Lyman James

MIAMI, Oklahoma -- The Northern Oklahoma College Mavs and Lady Mavs swept NEO Thursday night in the Region 2 opener. The 10th ranked Mavs (6-0) were 82-68 while the Lady Mavs (1-4) won 69-67. Lady Mavs 69, NEO 67 Mia Brown scored 23 points including the game winning...

PCPD searching for armed convenience store robbery suspect

Friday, February 5 by Lyman James

THE FOLLOWING IS FROM THE PONCA CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT On February 2, 2021 at approximately 1:49 a.m., a Native or Hispanic male came into the convenience store located at 801 S. 14th St. in Ponca City, demanding money and threatening the clerk with a knife. He was wearing a black coat, black beanie with some...

Over 500,000 doses of COVID-19 vaccine given statewide

Friday, February 5 by Lyman James

The Oklahoma State Department of Health reports that as of 9 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 4, 500,000+ doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been given to Oklahomans statewide. Additionally, 100,000+ Oklahomans have completed both doses of the COVID-19 vaccine series.

Pioneer Tech Adds More Preview Days for High School Students

Friday, February 5 by Lyman James

Ponca City, OK - Pioneer Technology Center is targeting high school students who are interested in attending the 2021 – 2022 school year and beyond. The Student Services staff extended times and days for the annual campus preview that showcases the campus and allows students, parents, and guardians to interact with instructors...

Kay County sees 31 new COVID-19 cases and 36 recoveries for Thursday

Thursday, February 4 by Lyman James

The Oklahoma State Department of Health is reporting 2,782 new COVID-19 cases for Thursday. Oklahoma's seen 397,065 COVID-19 cases overall as 26,935 cases are active.There are also 27 new virus-related deaths reported on Thursday, putting Oklahoma's death toll to 3,681. This includes a Payne County female and a Washington County male that were both...