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Ponca City man in serious condition after accident near Pawhuska

Sunday, September 20

A personal injury collision occurred at 5:56 a.m. on Saturday morning on U.S. 60 and Sand Creek Road, approximately 4.5 miles south of Pawhuska in Osage County.Melvin Ruthloff, 70, of Ponca City was driving a 2019 Harly Davidson Tricycle northbound on U.S. 60 when he struck three cows that... Read More.

OSDH reporting 2,240 new COVIID-19 cases over the weekend, 11,394 cases active

Sunday, September 20

The Oklahoma State Department of Health is reporting 2,240 new positive COVID-19 cases over the weekend of Sept. 19 and 20. A total of 1,003 new cases were reported for Sunday. Oklahoma has now seen an overall total of 76,807 COVID-19 cases as 11,394 cases are active.Seven additional virus-related... Read More.

Nine new COVID-19 cases for Kay County on Friday, 1,249 new cases statewide

Friday, September 18

The Oklahoma State Department of Health is reporting 1,249 new positive COVID-19 cases for Friday, Sept. 18. Oklahoma has seen an overall total of 74,567 COVID-19 cases as 10,493 cases are active.Nine additional virus-related deaths were reported Friday to put Oklahoma's death toll to 939. One of those deaths... Read More.

Homecoming 2020 schedule for Newkirk

Friday, September 18

Newkirk Public Schools has released a schedule regarding homecoming activities for Friday, Sept. 18. 12 p.m. - Pep Rally 2 p.m.- Parade in downtown Newkirk 6 p.m. -Coronation 7 p.m. -Game Time vs. OBAPep Rally info: Parents and alumni are asked to enter the southeast or northeast entrance and will sit on the east... Read More.

OSDH reporting 1,039 new COVID-19 cases, 6 virus-related deaths and 1,088 recoveries for Thursday

Thursday, September 17

The Oklahoma State Department of Health is reporting 1,039 new positive COVID-19 cases for Thursday, Sept. 17. Oklahoma has seen an overall total of 73,318 COVID-19 cases as 10,274 cases are active.Six additional virus-related deaths were documented on Thursday to put the state's death toll at 930. One death... Read More.

A new look to the Marland Mansion Website

Thursday, September 17

The Marland story is fascinating and the Marland Mansion and Estate is an architectural wonder. It was designed and constructed as a showplace for pieces of fine art and in the process, it became a masterpiece in its own right. As you tour through the website, you will learn... Read More.

Less than 2 weeks remain to respond to 2020 U.S. Census

Thursday, September 17

You can still respond online to the 2020 Census even if you did not receive a letter or paper questionnaire. Go to my2020census.gov and select the link that says, "If you do not have a Census ID, click here." It is located below the Census ID login... Read More.

Ponca City Regional Airport project takes off

Thursday, September 17

The Ponca City Regional Airport has begun a $8,073,665.00 project to construct a runway that can serve Ponca City and the surrounding area for many decades to come. Through a combination of FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) discretionary and supplemental funding and CARES Act funding, the project will be 100%... Read More.

Carl Renfro named to Oklahoma Higher Education Hall of Fame

Thursday, September 17

Ponca City’s Carl Renfro is among 11 individuals selected by The Oklahoma Higher Education Heritage Society for induction into the Oklahoma Higher Education Hall of Fame. The 2020 induction ceremony, scheduled for Nov. 2, has been cancelled due to the continuing health and safety risks of the COVID-19 pandemic. The... Read More.

PCPS Child Nutrition Changes Explained

Wednesday, September 16

The Ponca City Public School Child Nutrition Program announced last week that beginning September 15, 2020 all students will receive breakfast and lunch at no charge to the student. These meals are available to students during instructional school days. According to Jeff Denton, Director of Child Nutrition, “The decision was made... Read More.

PTC names September Students of the Month

Wednesday, September 16

Nate Lockert and Julie DeWitt are the Pioneer Technology Center (PTC) September Students of the Month. Lockert, a senior at Woodland High School, represents the Welding program at PTC. According to his instructor, he has a willingness to help wherever needed and has truly excelled and been a role... Read More.

Oklahoma sees 970 new COVID-19 cases, 12 deaths and 1,033 recoveries for Wednesday

Wednesday, September 16

The Oklahoma State Department of Health is reporting 970 new positive COVID-19 cases for Wednesday. Oklahoma has now seen an overall total of 72,284 COVID-19 cases as 10,334 cases are active.OSDH is reporting an addition 12 virus-related deaths on Wednesday to put the state's death toll at 924. None... Read More.