PONCA CITY
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PONCA CITY parks are now roped off by caution tape as part of the effort to slow the spread of COVID- 19. Kay County currently has 24 confirmed cases. (News Photo by Kristi Hayes)
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Area women sew masks
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ary Lunn, member of Mthe Braman Methodist Church and Quilters Group, is trying her best to help the community in this difficult time by sewing masks. Her husband, Larry, a woodworker, sent N95 respirator masks from his shop to AllianceHealth Ponca City.
Stitt declares health emergency
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ne-hundred and sixty more positive COVID- O19 tests were confirmed Thursday morning by the Oklahoma State Department of Health. That brings the number of Oklahomans infected with the virus to 879.
Packets available Monday
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C ontinuous learning schedules/packets will be posted on each school’s webpage on Monday, April 6. PCPS will create a link to each school’s homepage on the district Homepage.
Nearly News
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The Ponca City Police Department wants to remind citizens to be hyper vigilant about scams. The only change happening in this area is that there are more scams going on. “In the midst of all that is going on, and the fear that people have of the unknown, those who prey on others are seeing opportunity. These unscrupulous people are just upping their game and working harder to take advantage of others,” said Chief Don Bohon.
Social Security and You
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By TOM MARGENAU
Filing to begin soon
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The statewide candidate filing period begins at 8 a.m. Wednesday, April 8th, said Cheryl Howard, Secretary of the Kay County Election Board.
Ceremonies postponed
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Due to the CDC guidelines on limiting sizes of groups due to the situation surrounding the coronavirus, Cowley College has decided to postpone its Commencement ceremonies. Originally scheduled to take place on Saturday, May 2 the Commencement ceremonies have been moved to Sunday, December 13 inside the Robert Brown Theatre. The time for the ceremony has yet to be determined.
Today In History
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By The Associated Press
As virus spreads, officials release few details
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By Paul Monies and Whitney Bryen Oklahoma Watch