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Food drive continuing in Blackwell until Sunday

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The City of Blackwell continues to accept donations for a food drive that goes until this upcoming Sunday, November 21. City officials will take in non-perishable food donations at Blackwell City Hall at 221 West Blackwell Avenue, or the Blackwell Police Department at 224 West Blackwell Avenue. The following items are being accepted: -CANNED SOUPS/STEWS -NUT BUTTERS... Read More.

Demolition and new construction begins today at Lake Ponca for bathroom and shower facility

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The City of Ponca City Parks and Recreation department will begin the demolition and new construction of the Lake Ponca Campground Bathrooms and Shower Facility today.  The demolition of the current bathroom/shower facility will begin a three-month construction process to prepare the site for a new bathroom and shower facility.   During construction, the Lake Ponca... Read More.

Ponca City man arrested for rape & other charges involving child

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On November 8, 2021, PCPD Detectives arrested Ponca City resident Scotty Joe Collins.  The investigation began when family members of a juvenile female attempted to talk with her about behavioral issues and she disclosed to the family members that Collins had molested her.  The juvenile was interviewed and disclosed multiple incidents of sexual abuse... Read More.
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Weekly epidemiology report continues to show increase in vaccine totals for Oklahoma

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The Oklahoma State Department of Health released their weekly epidemiology report on Wednesday, November 10.   Data shows that throughout the week of October 30-November 6, 4,652 new COVID-19 cases, 4,867 recoveries and 132 deaths were documented. Since early 2020, 36,749 individuals in the state have been hospitalized due to COVID. CDC COVID Data Tracker lists... Read More.

Two arrested after pursuit ends in McCord

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A pursuit that started before 7 p.m. Wednesday evening in Noble County ended in McCord in Osage County. Once the pursuit started in Noble County, the Kay County deputies requested assistance from the Osage County Sheriff's Office.   The vehicle crashed near Lechtenberg Road and Highway 60 and the passenger attempted to escape. The driver was... Read More.

Stitt visits Tonkawa to meet with veterans and see local war memorial

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  With today being Veteran's Day, and yesterday being the U.S. Marine Corps' 246th birthday, Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt made a visit Wednesday to the Kay County War Memorial and Walk of Warriors in Tonkawa. There, Governor Stitt met with World War 2 Veteran Ralph Vickery, 94, who served in the Navy.       Gov. Stitt also met... Read More.
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Blackwell’s proposed school bond passes following Tuesday’s election

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Following Tuesday's election in Blackwell, a majority of residents said YES to the proposed school bond. According to the Blackwell Journal-Tribune, the bond passed with 80% of voters approving the renovation of the Blackwell High School and Campus. This bond is in the amount of $23,550,000.00 for 15 years. School Bonds are based on property... Read More.

Ponca City Board of Commissioners hold regular session Monday

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The Ponca City Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Monday, November 8, 2021. Vice-Mayor Paul Taylor called the meeting to order, which was followed by the pledge of allegiance. Commissioner Bodick and Commissioner Chapman were present. Mayor Nicholson and Commissioner Scott were absent.   Ceremonies and Proclamations Under Ceremonies and Proclamations, the Character Trait of... Read More.
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School Board Discusses ACT, New Law

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The Ponca City Board of Education met Monday night and discussed student ACT scores, along with Senate Bill 783 that goes into effect on Jan. 1, 2022, and deals with student transfers. Ponca City High School teacher Betsy Easley gave the board an ACT update. Easley said the ACT Review Committee was created to allow... Read More.

PCPS reports 3 in-school contact traces for last week

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Last week, Ponca City Public Schools had 3 in-school contact traces. This includes 2 at East Middle School and 1 at West Middle School. East Middle School has seen an increase in cases the last 2 weeks, but the majority of those affected by COVID-19 are returning to school this week. On Monday morning, EMS... Read More.

Blackwell voters deciding on $23,550,000 school bond today

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Blackwell voters that did not vote early last week will head to the polls today which are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.. Voters are deciding whether or not Blackwell Public Schools should issue a $23,550,000 bond.   It will be in the amount of $23,550,000.00 for 15 years. School Bonds are based on property... Read More.
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