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Ponca City’s response rate for Census at 64 percent

Thursday, August 20

Ponca City’s response rate for the 2020 U.S. Census is at 64%! If you would like to see Ponca City’s response rate at any time, go to: https://2020census.gov/en/response-rates.html.Kay County as a whole has a 61.7% response rate. For other communities, Braman is at 32.7%, Kaw City at, 38.2%,... Read More.

New rates and new equipment for Unity Gym

Thursday, August 20

The Recreation Department is excited to announce that it has recently outfitted Unity Gym with indoor baseball and softball equipment that includes a batting cage, pitching machine, soft toss nets, and a portable pitching mound.The gym space is available to rent for individual households and teams at $30.00 per... Read More.

Hot water boilers currently being replaced at Ponca City RecPlex

Thursday, August 20

The City of Ponca City, in an effort to continue improving services at the Ponca City RecPlex, are currently replacing the domestic hot water boilers. At this time, there is no domestic hot water in the facility. RecPlex pools and hot tub are not affected by this. The contractor... Read More.

Kayak rentals available at Lake Ponca

Thursday, August 20

Kayaks at Lake Ponca are now available for rent on a first-come, first served basis. Renters may reserve kayaks online at www.poncacityok.gov or at the Boat House. Rentals are available Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Holidays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Rates:Single Kayak (1 Hour) $9.00 (RecPlex non-members) Single - RecPlex... Read More.

Blackwell Public Library receives “Spirit Award”

Thursday, August 20

The Blackwell Chamber of Commerce recently gave the first "Spirit Award" to the Blackwell Public Library staff as seen in the attached photo provided by the library.The presentation was held on Wednesday, August 19. The Chamber says the library has made a significant impact on the lives of local children... Read More.

Local schools back in session, Safety tips for school zones

Thursday, August 20

Watch the school zones in Blackwell and Tonkawa today as kids head back to class today. First day for Ponca City and Frontier is Monday. And today is the “make up day” for registration for Ponca City students. Drop by 111 West Grand between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m.With... Read More.

597 new COVID-19 cases reported for Oklahoma on Wednesday, Kay and Osage counties see slight increase

Wednesday, August 19

An additional 597 positive COVID-19 cases were reported by the Oklahoma State Health Department on Wednesday, Aug. 19. Oklahoma has seen an overall total of 49,923 COVID-19 cases with 7,177 of those cases currently active.Kay County has one new COVID-19 case, putting the county's stats to 271 cases, 11... Read More.

School getting back in session across Kay County

Wednesday, August 19

Newkirk schools were the first in the area to open last week, with kids headed back to class in Blackwell and Tonkawa tomorrow. Ponca City and Frontier start Monday, and Ark City will start September 9. Ponca City's Makeup Registration will be held on Thursday, August 20 from 8:00 a.m.... Read More.

Twelve teams competing at Annual Ranch Rodeo

Wednesday, August 19

Twelve teams of Oklahoma cowboys will compete in five different events at the Annual Ranch Rodeo this weekend at the Lazy E Arena in Guthrie. Doors open at 5 with performances at 7 on Friday and Saturday nights. Proceeds go to support Oklahoma kids through the Children’s Hospital Foundation.

Makeup Registration for Ponca City Public Schools

Tuesday, August 18

Makeup Registration for Ponca City Public Schools will be held on Thursday, August 20 from 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the Registration Center located at 111 West Grand. Virtual Academy students may pickup their Chromebooks on Friday, August 21 from 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the Registration Center... Read More.

One new virus-related death for Garfield County, 615 new COVID-19 cases statewide

Tuesday, August 18

The Oklahoma State Department of Health is reporting 615 new positive COVID-19 cases for Tuesday, Aug. 18. While Oklahoma has seen 49,326 cases overall, 7,274 cases are active.Seventeen additional virus-related deaths were reported on Tuesday, one of those being in Garfield County. Oklahoma's death toll is now at 682.... Read More.

Fund drive underway for Tonkawa weight room

Tuesday, August 18

A fund drive is now underway for the Tonkawa Bucks weight room project. Mail your checks to the Tonkawa Alumni Association, PO Box 12, Tonkawa, OK. 74653.