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City of Blackwell releases response after a BHS coaching staff member tests positive for COVID-19

Thursday, June 11

The City of Blackwell shared a press release on Thursday stating that they're aware of the situation regarding a coaching staff member of Blackwell High School testing positive for COVID-19 earlier in the week.The effected member contracted the virus while out of state, and has already been exercising safe... Read More.

ODOC to no longer provide free phone calls for inmates beginning June 22

Thursday, June 11

On Monday, June 22, Oklahoma Department Of Corrections will no longer provide free phone calls for inmates.The calls replaced visitation, which ODOC suspended on March 13 to prevent COVID-19 infection and spread inside facilities. The agency resumed visitation last weekend in response to phase 3 of the state’s plan... Read More.

Deadlines approaching to register for sports camps in Ponca City

Thursday, June 11

Ponca City youth summer sports camp deadlines are approaching. You can see flyers for the camps posted below. Tennis Camp with Coach Larimer begins June 15th. Volleyball Camp with Coach Hinterreiter begins June 22nd. Basketball Camp with Coach Fincher begins July 20th. You can also visit the Ponca City... Read More.

Wanted person out of Enid arrested in Grant County

Thursday, June 11

Deputy Mathew Fortney, Undersheriff Tim Wilkerson of the Grant County Sheriff's Department, and Officer Sinor of the Medford Police Department responded to a call on Wednesday, June 10, from a citizen regarding a vehicle that matched the description of a stolen vehicle last known to be driven by wanted... Read More.

Ballot information for June 30 election in Kay County

Thursday, June 11

The upcoming June 30 election in Kay County is only weeks away, and we have the information on what you'll see on the ballot when you go to vote.Elections being held in Kay County include Newkirk, Kildare and Blackwell. STATE OFFICERS Corporation Commissioner - Republican:Harold D. SpradlkingTodd Hiett CONGRESSIONAL OFFICERS U.S. Senator -... Read More.

117 new COVID-19 cases for Oklahoma on Wednesday; Osage, Payne and Pawnee counties see new cases

Wednesday, June 10

The number of COVID-19 cases for Oklahoma took a big jump on Wednesday, June 10, as the Oklahoma State Department of health documented 117 new positive cases of COVID-19, putting the state's overall total of cases at 7,480 since testing started.At this time, there are 1,314 active cases in... Read More.

Blackwell Public Schools postpones upcoming events after assistant football coach tests positive for COVID-19

Wednesday, June 10

Shawn Haskins of Blackwell Public Schools shared an update on Wednesday morning after an assistant coach for the Blackwell High School football team tested positive for COVID-19 on Tuesday. (See story)After visiting with the state epidemiologist and state health department officials, Blackwell Public Schools will be postponing all... Read More.

Free COVID-19 Antibody Test with Blood Donation June 15th through June 18th

Wednesday, June 10

June 8, 2020 ─ Blood donors embody the best of who Oklahomans are, giving selflessly so the state can rise and recover together. COVID-19 has taken a tremendous toll on the blood supply, and Oklahoma Blood Institute has an immediate need for eligible blood donors.Oklahoma Blood Institute is offering FREE COVID-19... Read More.

Osage Nation makes decision to cut the Osage Nation Head Start Program

Wednesday, June 10

The Osage News is reporting that after 41 years, parents in Osage County will no longer have the choice to enroll their child in an Osage Nation Head Start.Principal Chief Geoffrey Standing Bear says that after the Osage Casinos closed for two months due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the... Read More.

8th District Attorney Office releases details on certain individuals on top 10 most wanted list

Wednesday, June 10

On Tuesday, the 8th District Attorney Office released information on different suspects on the top 10 most wanted list. The photos used belong to the 8th District Attorney Office. Makenzie Dawn Anderson, 19, of Kaw City is wanted for trafficking illegal drugs (methamphetamine), conspiracy to deliver controlled dangerous substance and... Read More.

PONCA CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS ENROLLMENT DATES AND INFORMATION

Wednesday, June 10

MESSAGE FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT We are so excited for registration for the 2020-2021 school year to begin. It is going to be wonderful to see our returning students and to meet our new students in August. Our teachers and staff cannot wait to interact with students and families after a... Read More.

Strong winds Wednesday help fuel wildfires

Wednesday, June 10

Yesterday's strong winds across Oklahoma helped to add fuel to wilfires across the state. A grass fire occurred Tuesday evening on U.S. 177 near the Kay/Noble county line. Ponca City Fire units were dispatched just before 8 p.m., and they assisted the Ranch Drive fire and Marland fire units.... Read More.