Pioneer Tech Ambulance Simulator Enhances Training for EMT Program

PONCA CITY- Pioneer Technology Center (PTC) is using cutting-edge technology with a true-to-life replica of an actual ambulance patient compartment, that is significantly enhancing the training experience for EMT and Paramedic students at Pioneer Tech.Joe Bennett, Director of the OSU-OKC fire program and a valued member of the Firefighter/EMT advisory committee, played a pivotal... Read More.

Pioneer Tech’s Adult Basic Education Team Receives Certificate of Excellence

The Pioneer Tech Adult Basic Education (ABE) team achieved the highest Educational Functioning Level (EFL) and High School Equivalency (HSE) percentage, earning a well-deserved Certificate of Excellence. The PTC Adult Education program offers free educational opportunities during both daytime and evening hours, catering to individuals seeking to enhance their basic verbal and math skills or... Read More.

Po-Hi Basketball Homecoming Scheduled for This Friday

Homecoming for basketball is scheduled for Friday, Jan. 12 at Robson Field House against Choctaw. Junior varsity games will be played at 4 and 5 p.m. with varsity at 6:30 and 8 p.m. King and Queen Candidates Queen candidate Lanie George is the daughter of Lorie George and Jason George. She is the current Senior class... Read More.
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PCPS Inclement Weather Policy

With cooler weather here, PCPS officials want to remind students, staff, parents and patrons of how they will be notified if school is closed due to inclement weather. If school will be closed for inclement weather or another unforeseen reason, every effort will be made to make an announcement by 6:00 a.m. the day in... Read More.

Candidate Filing Underway for Blackwell and Ponca City

Candidates interested in filing for municipal offices for the City of Blackwell and the City of Ponca City will file Declarations of Candidacy beginning 8 a.m. Monday December 4, 2023. Those who wish to file for a municipal office must submit a Declaration of Candidacy to the Kay County Election Board December 4th , 5th and 6th,... Read More.
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Foods You Can Carry Through TSA Airport Checkpoints

Here’s a quick guide to Thanksgiving foods that you can bring on a plane in your carry-on luggage, and those that you should put in your checked bags. Foods that can be carried through a TSA checkpointBaked goods, including cakes, cookies, brownies Homemade or store-bought pies Meats, frozen, cooked or uncooked Stuffing, cooked, uncooked,... Read More.

Looks Like a Record Weekend for Holiday Travelers

Despite inflation and previous holiday travel challenges, a record number of people are expected to travel during Thanksgiving. The peak travel days by air are Tuesday, Wednesday, and the Sunday after Thanksgiving, with the Transportation Security Administration set to screen 2.6 million passengers on Tuesday, 2.7 million on Wednesday, and an estimated 2.9 million... Read More.

OSDH Shares Food Safety Tips for the Holidays

OKLAHOMA CITY – Every year, approximately one in six Americans become ill with a foodborne illness, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The symptoms usually include nausea, vomiting and/or diarrhea, all of which are unwelcome at the holidays. To prevent illness, the Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) reminds everyone to practice... Read More.
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PTC Holiday Market November 16th

Ponca City, OK  – Enjoy holiday shopping at the fifth annual Pioneer Technology Center (PTC) Holiday Market.  On Thursday, November 16th, the PTC Conference Center will transform into a festive holiday marketplace with handcrafted items from the many programs and staff represented at the tech center. The PTC Holiday Market opens at 9:00 am and... Read More.

Santa Bucks Giveaway Going on Now!

Shop from Nov. 4th- Dec. 21st, 2023 at participating merchants to receive a ticket, and increase your chances to win $5,000 in Santa Bucks plus a chance at two $1,000 prizes and four $500 prizes! The Winning Tickets will be drawn starting at 7 p.m., Thursday, December 21st, 2023.To win this year you can... Read More.

New Emergency Resource Agency Asking for Donations

The New Emergency Resource Agency (NERA) is asking for donations for their no prep day bags. Right now, they're looking for donations of vienna sausages, pop top canned foods, soft granola/cereal bars, juice boxes, and beef jerky. You can drop off these items to the locations listed below.Heather Cannon Honda: 3415 North 14th... Read More.