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Oklahoma Democrats calling for Stitt to reinstate COVID-19 emergency declaration

Tuesday, July 27 by Lyman James

Several Oklahoma House Democrats released statements today calling for Gov. Kevin Stitt to reinstate the emergency declaration for COVID-19.The statements follow several schools, including Broken Arrow, Owasso, and Stillwater, announcing policies to not quarantine students who have been exposed.State Rep. Trish Ranson, D-Stillwater:“After speaking to leadership in some of these districts, it is becoming... Read More.

OSDH reporting 819 new COVID-19 cases Monday

Tuesday, July 27 by Lyman James

The Oklahoma State Department of Health released a situation update for Monday, July 26 stating that 819 new COVID-19 cases have been reported.Oklahoma has seen an overall total of 474,845 COVID-19 cases and 8,706 provisional deaths. There are currently 9,130 active COVID-19 cases in Oklahoma. The new cases 7-day average is 1,159.Out of the... Read More.

Nearly 6,000 COVID-19 cases active across Oklahoma

Monday, July 26 by Lyman James

As of Sunday, July, 25, the Oklahoma State Department of Health is reporting that there are 5,992 active COVID-19 cases across the state.According to the CDC, Oklahoma's seen an overall total of 472,498 COVID-19 cases and 8,689 provisional deaths. A total of 27,575 Oklahomans have been hospitalized since March 2020.Latest data shows Kay County... Read More.

PCPS Board of Education Adopts Safety Protocols

Monday, July 26 by Lyman James

The Ponca City Board of Education adopted safety protocols for the 2021-2022 school year on Monday night.Masks will only be implemented if the county is declared a State of Emergency by the Governor or recommended by the Kay County Health Department pursuant to SB 658. However, by federal order, masks are required on all... Read More.

PCPS Takes Steps To Ensure Safety of Students

Monday, July 26 by Lyman James

It’s NANOED, an alcohol-free sanitizer, will be available at all entrance points, common areas and offices within the Ponca City Public School district when school starts this fall. The hand sanitizer is comparable to a liquid bandage and lasts for up to eight hours, even with frequent handwashing.Hand sanitizing stations will also be available... Read More.

Amber Alert for missing Union City kids

Friday, July 16 by Lyman James

KWTV in Oklahoma City is reporting that Union City Police have issued an Amber Alert for these siblings who are believed to be with their parents Christian and Samantha King. Investigators say 12 year old Kizzabelle and 6 year old Jensen are in danger. Christian King has active warrants out for his arrest involving... Read More.

Kelli Kinkaid Named New Girls Soccer Coach

Friday, July 16 by Lyman James

Pending Board of Education approval on Monday night, Kelli Kinkaid has been named the new high school girls soccer coach for the 2021-2022 school year.Kinkaid is a 1996 graduate of Ponca City High School. She played soccer starting with rec soccer at the age of five and continued playing competitive/traveling U12-U19 under the tutelage... Read More.

Kansas man charged with 2nd degree rape in Kay County

Friday, July 16 by Lyman James

A Winfield, Kansas resident is facing a felony count of 2nd degree rape in Kay County.Andrew Patrick Johnson, 32, received his felony on June 29 when Blackwell police were notified that he tried raping a 15-year-old girl. According to police, Johnson and the teen connect via social media in March, and the teen's phone... Read More.

East Middle School Prepares for New Year

Friday, July 16 by Lyman James

Maintenance and office staff for eighth grade students attending East Middle School are already working on getting the building ready for the first day of school next month. The roof over the wrestling room addition was also repaired over the summer break.“Our teachers and staff will be ready to welcome your eighth grade students... Read More.

In-Person Registration Assistance To Be Offered

Friday, July 16 by Lyman James

Online registration for students attending Ponca City Public Schools remains open. All returning students who will attend PCPS must be registered online annually through the PowerSchool Parent Portal to update district and state required information.The Parent Portal may be accessed through the PowerSchool link on the district website at Read More.

PCPS Cooks Food for Meals on Wheels Program

Friday, July 16 by Lyman James

The Ponca City Meals on Wheels program has been around for over 40 years in the community. Because of the recent pandemic and COVID-19 restrictions, the program was struggling to continue offering meals to those in need.Lana Jones, chairman of the Ponca City Meals on Wheels program, said the community desperately needed the program... Read More.

Oklahoma sees 1,092 new COVID-19 cases since Tuesday

Thursday, July 15 by Lyman James

The Oklahoma State Department of Health on Wednesday reported that there's been 1,082 new COVID-19 cases in the state since Tuesday.OSDH reports that overall, Oklahoma's seen 463,152 COVID-19 cases, 8,654 deaths and 27,275 hospitalizations since March 2020. At this time, there are 3,458 active COVID-19 cases in Oklahoma.Kay County has seen an overall total... Read More.