Ponca Post

Tulsa man killed in collision near Braman

Friday, October 16 by Lyman James

A fatality collision occurred at 12:46 a.m. Friday morning along Interstate 35 southbound at mile marker 230 just west of Braman in northwestern Kay County.The first individual involved was Brian Bedingfield, 53, of Tulsa who was driving a 2017 Ford F-150 Pick Up. The other individual was Sherman Cobble, 45, of Kellyville, Ok. who... Read More.

Marquardt Named New Blackwell Mayor

Friday, October 16 by Lyman James

The Blackwell Journal-Tribune is reporting that after Blackwell Mayor Glenn Cox recently resigned from his position, Blackwell Vice Mayor Steve Marquardt has been appointed the new mayor.Other new positions assigned include Blackwell resident Julie Green who has been sworn in as as member of the Blackwell City Council.Green is filling Marquardt's seat, and council... Read More.

Po-Hi Academic Team Earns Top Seed in Area Academic Bowl Tournament

Friday, October 16 by Lyman James

The Ponca City High School Academic Team competed via Zoom meeting in the Academic District Seeding Tournament held on Monday October 12. The Team defeated Tulsa Union in their first match 210-180. In the second match, the PCPS Team defeated Stillwater 220-140.This win for Ponca City High School will result in placing them in... Read More.

1,221 new COVID-19 cases reported for Oklahoma on Thursday

Thursday, October 15 by Lyman James

The Oklahoma State Department of Health is reporting 1,221 new positive COVID-19 cases for Thursday, Oct. 15. Oklahoma's seen an overall total of 103,836 COVID-19 cases as 13,913 cases are active.11 additional virus-related deaths were reported on Thursday to bring Oklahoma's death toll to 1,143. One of the new deaths reported was in Payne... Read More.

Union Elementary Teacher Melisa Smith Selected for September Golden Apple Award

Thursday, October 15 by Lyman James

104.7 The Bull and 1230 AM WBBZ have resumed recognizing outstanding teachers in our community with the Golden Apple Award. The recipient for September is Melisa Smith, 4th Grade teacher at Union Elementary. The award comes with an apple trophy and $200.00 in cash for purchase of classroom supplies. The generous sponsors contributing to this wonderful recognition... Read More.

PCPS Masks & Gaiters Ordered Will be Delivered to School Sites Thursday, October 15

Wednesday, October 14 by Lyman James

The Ponca City Public School Wildcat masks and gaiters ordered through the Ponca City Team Store will be delivered to sites by the end of the day on Thursday, October 15. They are packaged by name, and they will be sent home with the students on Thursday, October 15 or Tuesday, October 20. If patrons ordered and had masks/gaiters sent to the Central Administration Office, they... Read More.

1,121 new COVID-19 cases reported Wednesday

Wednesday, October 14 by Lyman James

The Oklahoma State Department of Health's reporting 1,121 new positive COVID-19 cases for Wednesday, Oct. 14. Oklahoma has seen an overall total of 102,614 COVID-19 cases. As of Tuesday, 13,852 cases were active.12 additional virus-related deaths were documented Wednesday to put Oklahoma's death toll to 1,131. None of the deaths occurred in northern Oklahoma.Kay... Read More.

Pioneer Tech October Students of the Month

Wednesday, October 14 by Lyman James

Karina Munoz and Robert Drake are the Pioneer Technology Center (PTC) October Students of the Month. Munoz is a PO HI senior in the Teacher Preparation program. Her instructor says she delivers top-notch support and help to other staff and students and is maturing into a resourceful, independent, and successful student. Newkirk senior... Read More.

Enid Outlaws Hire Head Coach

Wednesday, October 14 by Lyman James

(Enid, OK) - The Enid Outlaws are pleased to announce Ed Corporal as their new head coach for the 2021 season. Coach Corporal brings an impressive resume to the Outlaws’ organization.His TBL experience includes being the head coach for both the Gulf Coast Lions and the KC Tornadoes. Before joining the TBL coaching ranks, Corporal coached in the ABA including being... Read More.

Kay County sees 14 new COVID-19 cases, One new virus-related death for Garfield County

Tuesday, October 13 by Lyman James

The Oklahoma State Department of Health is reporting 1,309 new positive COVID-19 cases for Tuesday, Oct. 13. Oklahoma's seen an overall total of 101,493 COVID-19 cases as 13,872 cases are active.15 additional virus-related deaths were documented Tuesday to put Oklahoma's death toll to 1,119. One of those deaths being a Garfield County man in... Read More.

NOC Spring 2021 enrollment announced

Tuesday, October 13 by Lyman James

Spring Enrollment for Northern Oklahoma College begins Oct. 12 on all three campuses. The spring semester begins Jan. 19. NOC will continue to offer multiple course formats for Spring 2021 with options to match the students’ learning style while continuing to follow CDC guidelines for a safe learning environment. Course options include traditional in-person... Read More.

Ponca City Public Schools Closed for Fall Break

Tuesday, October 13 by Lyman James

The Ponca City Public School District would like to announce the following calendar dates. Friday, October 9, 2020 – Distance Learning Practice Day #2 Students will NOT physically come to school but will participate in a virtual learning day, which will count as an instructional day.) Friday, October 16, 2020 – Scheduled Parent/Teacher Conference Day This is a... Read More.