County Jail Bookings 2018-09-17
Those booked in the Kay County Detention Center this week include: Christy Ann Appel, 47, Stillwater, who was booked in on a bogus check charge and he... Please login below or subscribe to the Ponca...
View ArticleDemocrats Pulled Out a Weapon
WASHINGTON — After several days of showboating and judicial hazing, Democrats pulled out their biggest weapon against Supreme Court nominee Brett Kava... Please login below or subscribe to the Ponca...
View ArticleFunerals 2018-09-17
Wednesday Dr. Guy Henning — Dr. Guy Henning, of Fort Worth, Texas, formerly of Fairfax passed away Friday, Sept. 14, 2018, in Fort Worth. Services will be at First Baptist Church of Owasso on...
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Linda Carolyn Vickers Powelson
“Boo-Boo” Linda Carolyn Vickers Powelson “Boo-Boo,” as most knew her, or Linda Carolyn Vickers Powelson, was born Aug. 15, 1940 in Ponca City. She passed away Friday, Sept. 14, 2018. Linda’s parents...
View ArticleWe’re Supposed to Pretend It’s Another News Story
I was minding my own business reading about Bob Woodward, the GREATEST INVESTIGATIVE REPORTER IN THE HISTORY OF OUR REPUBLIC (as he will be the first ... Please login below or subscribe to the Ponca...
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Lester Eugene LaRue
Lester Eugene LaRue Lester Eugene LaRue, 80, born Dec. 24, 1937 in San Benito, Texas, passed away on Sept. 14, 2018 in Wichita, Kan. Lester is survived by his wife of 62 years, Betty; children, Debbie...
View ArticleCourt Date Set
NEWKIRK — A court date is set for Connie Faye Trahan, 56, Blackwell, in Kay County District Court on Nov. 28.Trahan is charged with embezzlement.Black... Please login below or subscribe to the Ponca...
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Danny Sims
Danny Sims Danny was born December 3, 1956 in Ponca City to George and Elsie Sims. He grew up in the Osage and attended McCord, East Jr. High and Ponca City Senior High, graduating in 1975. He then...
View ArticleLead the Church By Example
I’ve been thinking a lot about priests lately. In truth, I often do, as some of my best friends do happen to wear Roman collars. Of course, you know w... Please login below or subscribe to the Ponca...
View ArticlePending – Wilson Hughey
Wilson Hughey of Blackwell died Tuesday morning, Sept. 18, 2018, in the Hillcrest Manor Nursing Home in Blackwell at the age of 95 years. Services are pending with Roberts and Son Funeral Home.
View ArticleFunerals 2018-09-18
Wednesday Richard Wayne Collins — A memorial ceremony will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 19th at First United Methodist Church at 200 S. 6th St, with Pastor Mike Smith officiating. Services are...
View ArticleThe Public Will Think He’s Guilty
If Franz Kafka had written about confirmation hearings, he couldn’t have come up with a better scenario than the one now unfolding in the U.S. Senate.... Please login below or subscribe to the Ponca...
View ArticleHayesenne Rose Haskins
Hayesenne Rose Haskins was born April 14, 1926 to Hayes L. and Lorraine Ivers Little Bear in Tulsa. She passed away on Sept. 15, 2018 at her home. She attended Parochial Schools in Tulsa, Pawhuska and...
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Orioles Had Four 20-Game Winners In 1971
GROVER CLEVELAND Alexander had three seasons in which he won 30 or more games. By DAVID MILLER News Sports WriterSClBA television talking heads discussion I overheard recently included a couple guys...
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Live Entertainment Set For Cherokee Strip Cook-Off
FunkDaFied Live music at the 31st annual Cherokee Strip Barbeque and Chili Cook-Off will feature three performing bands, Band # 9, FunkDaFied, and Morrison33, kicking off at 11 a.m. on Saturday,...
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Annual Carter’s Run Scheduled
THE ANNUAL Carter’s Run will be held on Saturday, Oct. 6 at Lake Ponca. Pictured, front row from let, Angie Selvey, Samantha Miller, Carter Backus, Mandy Seward and Beth Podurgiel, and back row, Amanda...
View ArticleSC Theatre Department Announces Cast for ‘Over the Garden Wall’
WINFIELD — The Southwestern College theatre department will present the musical “Over the Garden Wall” Thursday and Friday, Oct. 4 and 5, at 7:30 p.m., and Saturday, Oct. 6, at 6 p.m., in the...
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Cherokee Strip Cook-Off Set For Saturday
LAKE PONCA will provide the backdrop for the 31st annual Cherokee Strip Barbecue Cook-Off set for Saturday. Pictured is BIGFOOT BAR-BQ team members serving up a variety of meats and other delectable...
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Golf Tournament Set At Lew Wentz Sept. 29
BUSINESSES CAN sponsor a hole for $100 during the benefit golf tournament on Sept. 29. A golf tournament to benefit the Hart-Cowan Post 333 in Ralston will be held on Saturday, Sept. 29 at the Lew...
View ArticleInterior Work at Concert Hall
INTERIOR CONSTRUCTION work continues on the new Ponca City Schools Concert Hall as shown Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2018. Located on East Overbrook Avenue a... Please login below or subscribe to the Ponca...
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