Ponca Post

Internet Safety is Important Issue for Ponca City Public Schools

Friday, January 29 by Lyman James

When schools across the world were suddenly forced to quickly shift to virtual learning due to the Coronavirus Pandemic, educators everywhere flocked to a number of different video-conferencing and content sharing platforms, such as Zoom, Google Hangouts, GoToMeeting, etc. Schools value these tools since they allow for direct interaction with students, enabling...

Ponca City BOE cancels February 4 meeting

Friday, January 29 by Lyman James

Administrative Assistant/Board Clerk Betty Johnston has informed Ponca Post that as of Thursday afternoon, COVID-19 has once again prevailed.This has caused the cancellation of the Ponca City Board of Education's meeting set for February 4 to be cancelled. The meeting already had one schedule change as the first meeting date was set for February...

One Killed In Logan County Accident

Friday, January 29 by Lyman James

A fatality collision occurred at approximately 10:32 a.m. on State Highway 33 & Pennsylvania Avenue, approximately 5 miles west of Guthrie in Logan County.According to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol report, Mark Gellenbeck, 32, of Guthrie was driving a 2020 Ford F-250 westbound on State Highway 33. When Gellenbeck began reaching for something in the...

East Middle School StuCo Accepting Donations For Humane Society Drive

Thursday, January 28 by Lyman James

East Middle Student Council is accepting donations for the Humane Society Drive. They are taking dog food, cat food, cat litter, pet beds, pet toys, and anything else for animals that are at the Humane Society. Donors need to contact Susie Schatz, Student Council Sponsor, by email at [email protected] or call the East Middle...

Ponca City BOE Meeting Rescheduled

Thursday, January 28 by Lyman James

The following is from Betty Johnson with Ponca City Public Schools: "Due to an unforeseen conflict, it is necessary to reschedule the Ponca City Board of Education special meeting originally scheduled for February 2, 2021 at 5:00 p.m. The meeting has been rescheduled to February 4, 2021 at 5:00 p.m. at the Administration...

OSU plans to hold in-person classes for fall 2021 semester

Thursday, January 28 by Lyman James

(STILLWATER, Oklahoma, Jan. 28, 2021) — Oklahoma State University has announced plans to hold in-person classes this fall. More progress is expected in the coming months to curb the spread of the COVID-19 virus through widespread vaccinations and continued recommendations of handwashing, distancing and mask use in the hopes of achieving herd...

OSDH reports One new death for Kay County, 2,320 new COVID-19 cases and 2,969 new recoveries Thursday

Thursday, January 28 by Lyman James

The Oklahoma State Department of Health is reporting 2,320 COVID-19 for Thursday, putting Oklahoma at 381,430 COVID-19 cases overall. There are 29,171 COVID-19 active cases in Oklahoma, which is 684 less than Wednesday.OSDH has documented 35 virus-related deaths for Thursday, putting Oklahoma’s death toll to 3,423. This includes a Kay County male from Blackwell...

Ponca City’s Residential Autumn Leaf Collection Ending February 5

Thursday, January 28 by Lyman James

The City of Ponca City’s Residential Autumn Leaf Collection will end February 5, 2021. The City is asking residents who wish to have their leaves removed to please follow these guidelines:• Bagged leaves, placed in the regular refuse collection...

Ponca City RecPlex Offering Youth Scholarship Program

Thursday, January 28 by Lyman James

Youth sports or youth programs are eligible for youth scholarships at the RecPlex. No funds will go to monthly memberships for youth or adults. The participant shall pay $15.00 for any youth sport or program if appropriate Proof of Need has be presented and funds are available.Applicants are required to provide in person the...

Residential Ice Storm Tree Debris Only Clean-Up Continues

Thursday, January 28 by Lyman James

The City of Ponca City has CLOSED the Residential Ice Storm Tree Debris Only drop-off collection sites. The City of Ponca City’s Residential Ice Storm Tree Debris Only Collection is on-going and may take two to three months to complete, if not longer. There is no fee for this service. Crews are using a...

Christmas Tree Recycling Mulch Available January 28

Thursday, January 28 by Lyman James

The Christmas Tree Recycling area is now closed for the drop-off of Christmas trees. The old Christmas trees are being turned into mulch for gardening and landscape usage. The mulch will be available free to the public beginning January 28, 2021 until it is gone. Those interested will need to bring their own shovels...

Pioneer Tech January Students of the Month

Thursday, January 28 by Lyman James

Mikayla Myer and Adriana Palomares are the Pioneer Technology Center (PTC) January Students of the Month.Myers, a senior from Tonkawa High School, represents the Cosmetology program. Her instructor is impressed by her strong work ethic and natural leadership. Myer expresses a positive attitude and is always willing to help others when the need arises.Adriana...