Construction Contracts Awarded For Lake Ponca And Other Projects

One the day prior to installing a new deepwater boat ramp being pushed into Lake Ponca on Tuesday morning, discussion at Monday 's Board of Commissioners meeting at City Hall centered on continuing improvement and enhancement of municipal recreation. As soon as a massive mound of dirt put in place at Lake Ponca to... Read More.

Ponca City Energy Visits Local Schools

In a modern era that is filled with computer tablets, cellphones and video game consoles, children might not remember what it is to have fun without power. Ponca City Energy recently took the Electric City Demo to Trout 1st graders on Tuesday, February 5, and then visited the Kindergarten students at McCord Elementary the... Read More.

Po-Hi Mock Trial Team Advances to Quarterfinal Rounds

The Ponca City High School Mock Trial Team recently competed in a qualifying round against Victory Christian School and Coweta at the Tulsa County Courthouse. The Po-Hi team presented the plaintiff case against Victory Christian and won both ballots. Matt Yonkers was named Best Attorney for the Plaintiff, and Emma Kimbrel was named Best... Read More.
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Ponca City Humane Society Nears It’s Goal To Build Upon History

With the help of generous animal lovers across Northern Oklahoma, the Ponca City Humane Society is now within $200,000 of their $1.4 million goal. PCHuS Board President Chuck Greenwood and Board Vice President Sue Boettcher are leading the effort to renovate and expand the existing no-kill shelter facility. Both community leaders want to invite... Read More.

New Program To Assist Drivers In Oklahoma

Oklahoma drivers can expect to see some extra help on the highways and interstates as they drive into 2019. The Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) is increasing its accident response capability in the Oklahoma City metro with the addition of two GO-DOT safety patrol vehicles.Originally introduced in August 2018 as part of the I-235... Read More.
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Mayor Nicholson Seeking Re-Election

Ponca City Mayor Homer Nicholson is seeking a fifth term in office when Ponca City goes to vote today, Tuesday. It was only in his first election when Nicholson faced opposition from another candidate. He was elected by an 85 percent margin of victory over his opponent in 2007 before serving his first term.... Read More.

Ponca City FCCLA Students Place In State Event

Po- Hi and East Middle School FCCLA students recently competed in the FCCLA Regional STAR (Students Taking Action with Recognition) Event held at Canadian Valley Career Technology Center.  Madison Ailey and Kally Horn from East Middle placed 3rd in Junior Interpersonal Communication Skills.  Selena Mireles from Po-Hi placed 1st in Senior Children's Literature and advanced to the State Competition... Read More.
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Ponca City RecPlex Cutting Ceremony Rescheduled

The Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the Ponca City RecPlex (formerly the YMCA) scheduled for Tuesday has been cancelled.  It has been rescheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 19th at 10 a.m.  Please join us. Thanks and help spread the word.

Ponca City Chamber To Provide Customer Service Training

The Ponca City Chamber will offer customer service training on Friday, March 8 from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the chamber office. Please RSVP by email or phone 765-4400 if you plan to attend.  We will also provide lunch and it is free for Chamber Members. Customer Service is critical for a business to... Read More.