First phase of expansion for Fairfax hospital complete

The Pawhuska Journal Capital reports that the Fairfax Community Hospital in Fairfax announced April 27 at an open house the first phase of its $5-million expansion is complete, transforming the facility from a 15-bed to a 25-bed critical access hospital. The new wing includes six new private rooms with enhanced technology and accommodations.The new... Read More.

Lincoln Elementary Recognized by Imagine Learning

Lincoln Elementary has been recognized by Imagine Learning and received a 2022 Imagine Nation of Excellence Award.Imagine Learning uses multiple measures, including usage and implementation data, to designate top schools for the Imagine Nation awards. The Imagine Nation School of Excellence Award is presented to schools that demonstrate outstanding commitment to effective implementation of... Read More.

Dye Signs with Kansas Wesleyan

Ponca City High School senior Grant Dye has signed with Kansas Wesleyan to play basketball this fall. Pictured, front row from left, are Emma (sister), Jennifer (mom), Grant and Brian (dad), and back row, Anthony Monson, KSW, Jordan Murdock, KSW and Ivan McFarlin.
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Ponca City Board of Commission meeting held Monday

The Ponca City Board of Commissioners met in regular session on May 9, 2022. Mayor Homer Nicholson called the meeting to order, which was followed by the pledge of allegiance. Commissioners Bodick, Chapman, Scott, and Taylor were present.Ceremonies and ProclamationsUnder Ceremonies and Proclamations, the Emergency Medical Services Week proclamation and Character Trait for May... Read More.
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PCPS Board of Education recognizes retirees

The Ponca City Board of Education recognized all district employees who have been retired since Nov. 2021 at the monthly board meeting Monday night. Each employee was presented with a token of the district’s appreciation for all their years of service.Administrators retiring included Carla Fry, principal of Trout Elementary, and Bret Smith, Executive Director... Read More.

Kristi Hayes named the new Ponca City Board of Education Clerk and Executive Assistant to the Superintendent

Kristi Hayes, Public Information Coordinator for Ponca City Public Schools, has been named the new Ponca City Board of Education Clerk and Executive Assistant to the Superintendent beginning July 1, 2022. In addition, she will continue to serve the district as Public Information Coordinator.Kristi spent 25 years in journalism as the Education Editor and... Read More.
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Areas of Kaw Lake closed due to flooding

As of Monday, May 9, the following areas are closed at Kaw Lake due to flooding: Osage Cove low water ramp Sandy Beach swim area Mcfadden Cove courtesy dock Mcfadden Cove Day Use area Coon Creek boat ramp and sites 34 - 40 Sarge Creek courtesy dock and sites 1 -6 and 27-29 Washunga Bay courtesy dock and sites 50-55Closed due... Read More.

School Board to Recognize Retired Employees

The Ponca City Board of Education will recognize all district employees who have been retired since Nov. 2021 at the monthly board meeting at 6 p.m. tonight. Each employee will be presented with a token of the district’s appreciation for all their years of service.Administrators retiring include Carla Fry, principal of Trout Elementary, and... Read More.

Lake Ponca Campgrounds open Friday

The Lake Ponca Campground opens up for the season this Friday, May 13. RV Sites(Electric & Water) are $25 per night. Tent sites are $15 per night. There is also a dump station on site. All RV and tent sites can be reserved online! You can now reserve your camp spot online at: Read More.