Ponca Post

Regional Food Bank Of Oklahoma Responds To Government Shutdown

Thursday, January 10 by Lyman James

(OKLAHOMA CITY) — Jan. 9, 2019 – The Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma wants to assure anyone impacted by the federal government shutdown can seek food assistance at more than 1,300 community-based partner agencies throughout central and western Oklahoma. “We have reached out to our partners in 53 counties and asked that they extend assistance... Read More.

Ponca City Basketball Vs. Tulsa East Central Game Scheduled In February Canceled

Wednesday, January 9 by Lyman James

Following the events that took place after the Po-Hi girls varsity game in Ponca City against Tulsa East Central in December,The Tulsa East Central basketball games scheduled for February 7 have been canceled according to Ponca City Public Schools. Ponca City will instead play at Northwest Classen that day. JV girls will start at... Read More.

Ponca City Broadband Construction Scheduled To Begin End Of February 2019

Wednesday, January 9 by Lyman James

The construction for Ponca City Broadband will begin by the end of February 2019. First area customers are anticipated to receive the broadband service by the end of March 2019. The entire area for phase 1 is scheduled to be complete by the mid-July 2019.Subsequent phases are still under consideration and review, but will... Read More.

Po-Hi Steppers Hosting 2019 Mini Stepper Clinic

Tuesday, January 8 by Lyman James

The Po-Hi Steppers will once again host a Mini Stepper Clinic this month. The clinics will be Monday, January 28 at Robson Fieldhouse, Tuesday, January 29 at the Old Girl's Gym and Wednesday, January 30 at Robson Fieldhouse.Performance will be at the Robson Fieldhouse on Thursday, Jan. 31st Age 3 - 1st grade will perform... Read More.

Oklahoma Flying Aces Add Eight Players To Roster

Tuesday, January 8 by Lyman James

The Oklahoma Flying Aces are excited to announce the next wave of players to the 2019 training camp roster. This group includes a trio of defensive linemen, a pair of offensive linemen, two wide receivers, and a defensive back. DL - Donavan Logan - 6’1 275 - University Texas El Paso DL - Dalvin Simmons - 6’1 250 - University of Central Arkansas DL - Anthony Washington - 6’0 245 - Southern Arkansas University OL - Derrin Wytaske - 6’4 300 - Angelo State University OL - Terry Ewell Jr - 6’2 325 - AbileneChristian University WR - Jordan Payne - 6’3 ... Read More.

Faulkner Nominated As Newkirk Middle School Teacher Of The Year

Tuesday, January 8 by Lyman James

Newkirk Middle School recently announced the 2018-2019 NMS Teacher of the Year. The winning teacher is Mr. Joshua Faulkner. Faulkner is currently in his second year at teaching instrumental and generic music at Newkirk Middle School. According to the Newkirk K12 website, Mr. Faulkner is proud to be teaching in his community and... Read More.

Students At Lincoln Elementary Taking Part In Wildcat Reading Challenge

Tuesday, January 8 by Lyman James

The students at Lincoln Elementary are taking the Wildcat Reading Challenge this year. Each nine weeks, students and staff are challenged to read a set of specific book genres and earn a certain number of AR points. The first nine weeks, students and staff at Lincoln Elementary had a Leopard sheet, and the second... Read More.

104.7 The Bull And Sunny 1230 Once Again To Present Spring Fling Home & Garden Show

Monday, January 7 by Lyman James

With January just beginning, spring is still quite the distance in March. But for anyone who wants to be a part of 104.7 The Bull's and Sunny 1230's Spring Fling Home & Garden Show, there is plenty of time to do so. If you would like to be a part of the home &... Read More.

How To Recycle Christmas Trees In Ponca City

Monday, January 7 by Lyman James

Ponca City’s Christmas Tree Recycling area is open through January 19th, across the street from the drop-off Recycling Center located on west Prospect Avenue. The trees will be turned into mulch and will be available, free to the public, starting January 26th.

City Of Blackwell To Host Town Hall Meeting

Monday, January 7 by Lyman James

The City of Blackwell is scheduled to have a town hall meeting on Thursday, January 10. The topic of discussion will be the future of the Blackwell hospital. If anyone would like to attend, the meeting is scheduled to start at 6 p.m. in the Blackwell Events Center. To learn more, call the Blackwell... Read More.

Where To Donate Blood In January To Save Lives

Thursday, January 3 by Lyman James

Start the new year off with saving lives! January is also National Blood Donor Month, and the Oklahoma Blood Institute is urging all healthy Oklahomans, ages 16 and up, to take only about an hour of their time to give blood. Each blood donation can save up to three lives.Blood donors will receive a... Read More.

Freezing Rain Creates Accidents Across North Central Oklahoma

Thursday, January 3 by Lyman James

From Sherry Bowers at the Ponca City Police Department. Numerous wrecks have already occurred Thursday Morning across Northern Oklahoma due to icy roads and bridges. Below are reported accidents that we will continue to update once we receive more information. MINOR ACCIDENTS08:36 a.m.- Hubbard & Waverly (Kay County Sheriff's Office)08:36 a.m. - 3151 West Old... Read More.