PCPD responds to recent license plate reader in Ponca City

Press Release from Police Chief Don BohonMarch 17th, 2021It has recently come to our attention that some citizens are receiving mailed notices from the Oklahoma Uninsured Vehicle Enforcement Diversion Program, based on a license plate reader that was put up in Ponca City in the past few weeks. We were made aware of this... Read More.

Cimarron Transit providing rides to help citizens wanting to get COVID-19 vaccine

Cimarron Transit is providing free in-town rides to assist citizens wanting the COVID-19 vaccine. Citizens must reside in the following communities and have an appointment scheduled. All rides are subject to availability!Cities Ride Line • Bartlesville 918-336-2233 • Bristow 800-789-7314 • Cleveland 800-789-7314 • Drumright 800-789-7314 • Mannford 800-789-7314 • Pawnee 800-789-7314 • Ponca City 580-718-0444 • Skiatook 918-396-4466

Guidelines for COVID-19 vaccination

COVID-19 VACCINE INFORMATION Registration for a vaccination appointment can be made using the OSDH link: https://vaccinate.oklahoma.gov. Some local pharmacies are also scheduling appointments.INTERIM PUBLIC HEALTH RECOMMENDATIONS FOR FULLY VACCINATED PEOPLE This is the first set of public health recommendations for fully vaccinated people. This guidance will be updated and expanded based on the level of... Read More.
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Blackwell Forum scheduled for upcoming Tuesday

The City of Blackwell will have a Mayor and Ward #4 Candidates forum coming up this Tuesday, March 22, from 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. at The Blackwell Chamber of Commerce's Conference Room.Up for the Blackwell Mayor Seat are Julie Green and T.J. Greenfield, and running for Ward #4 are Steve Marquardt and Chad Shepherd.There'll be limited... Read More.

NOC summer, fall enrollment dates announced

Fall and summer enrollment for Northern Oklahoma College begins March 22 on all three campuses.  summer courses begin as early as May 10 and the fall semester begins Aug. 16.    NOC will continue to offer multiple course formats for Summer and Fall 2021 with options to match the students’ learning style while continuing to... Read More.

Severe Thunderstorm Watch and Warning Tips

Severe Thunderstorm WATCH: Be Prepared! Severe thunderstorms are possible in and near the watch area. The watch area is typically large, covering numerous counties or even states, and is issued far in advance of storms developing. This could be your first indication that severe weather is possible. Stay informed and be ready to act if... Read More.
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NOC Mavs baseball splits two games at Oklahoma Christian

EDMOND, Oklahoma--The 2nd ranked Mavs, playing their third consecutive doubleheader, split games with Oklahoma Christian JV Tuesday in Edmond.   The Mavs (14-4) won Game 1 in extra innings 14-10 and then dropped the nightcap 5-1.   In Game 1, the Mavs scored four runs in the 8th inning earning a 14-10 win.   Geovanni Blackshaw led... Read More.

NOC Mavs softball sweeps Pratt

The Northern Oklahoma College Mavs routed Pratt (KS) in two games Tuesday afternoon in Tonkawa.   The Mavs (11-7) were 11-2 winners in Game 1 and 6-2 winners in Game 2.   In Game 1, Lynsey Ailey was dominant in the circle allowing one run on six hits while striking out 12 Beaver hitters.   Aubrey Meyers... Read More.

Flood advisory for northern Oklahoma early Wednesday

The National Weather Service in Norman has issued a Flood Advisory for northwestern Logan County, eastern Garfield County, southern Kay County and Noble County in northern Oklahoma until 6:45 a.m. Wednesday morning.Heavy rain made way through the area during the early morning hours as 2 to 3 inches of rain has already fallen across... Read More.
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Arbor Day Foundation Names Ponca City Tree City USA

Ponca City, Oklahoma was named a 2020 Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation  in honor of its commitment to effective urban forest management.Ponca City achieved Tree City USA recognition  by meeting the program's four requirements:  a tree board or department,  a tree care ordinance, an annual community forestry budget of at least... Read More.

Mavs split with Connors in Region 2 play

 NOC remained a half game behind Murray in the Region 2 standings with an 89-67 win over Connors Monday night at Foster-Piper Fieldhouse.  The Lady Mavs lost in overtime 63-57. Mavs 89, Connors 67   The 10th ranked Mavs (13-1) improved to 8-1 in conference play with Monday’s win.  Connors (11-3) dropped to 7-3 in conference.  ... Read More.