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Civil Rights Trail Begins in Ponca City!

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Civil Rights Trail Begins in Ponca City!

Oklahoma's Civil Rights Trail launches at Standing Bear Park in Ponca City, honoring Chief Standing Bear's landmark 1879 court case that predated the modern civil rights movement.

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Winter Counts

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The Boys of Morgan Field:

America’s Founding Myths…and What Really Happened

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America’s Founding Myths…and What Really Happened

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Cooking The Best Steaks in Ponca City

A Legacy of Love on the Shores of Lake Ponca

The Peace Pavilion, a new memorial on Lake Ponca's shores, honors Dr. Stephanie Husen, a 1992 Ponca City High graduate and gun violence victim, creating a gathering space rooted in hope and community healing.

July 1, 2026

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A Place Where People Gather

The Husen family dedicated the Peace Pavilion at Lake Ponca in memory of Dr. Stephanie Husen, a beloved physician and community connector killed in a 2022 mass shooting, creating a gathering space that honors her legacy of bringing people together.

July 1, 2026

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Jade Punch

Learn the story behind the Jade Punch, a cocktail created by legendary Cairo bartender Joe Scialom during World War II. Try his signature jade-green drink at home with this classic recipe.

July 1, 2026

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Good News from the UC!

The University Center celebrates strong growth with 29 graduates in May, enrollment up 24–39%, and expanded in-person instruction and scholarship opportunities serving Ponca City.

July 1, 2026

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A Legacy of Family and Focused Work: Frontier Siding & Windows’ 50 Years

Frontier Siding & Windows marks 50 years of family-focused business in Ponca City, built on founder Gary Shepard's strategic location choice and commitment to quality service.

July 1, 2026

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Redrawing the Blueprint of Safety

After losing his son Jacob to a workplace accident, Ponca City father Jason Page founded Jacob's Ladder nonprofit to provide safety training and equipment funding for high-risk industries.

July 1, 2026

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Keathly’s Nursery & Landscape Co.: A Local Business With Deep Roots

Keathly's Nursery & Landscape Co. has thrived for over 60 years as a family-owned horticultural business, evolving from a roadside pecan stand into a 15-acre destination serving the Ponca City community.

July 1, 2026

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Beneath Our Feet: Dirt or Something More?

Soil teems with life and microbes essential to our health—from supporting strong immune systems to potentially easing depression and anxiety through daily contact with the earth.

July 1, 2026

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Fireworks, Freedom and Feelings: A Therapist's Perspective on Mental Health in July

A local therapist explores how July's celebration culture can clash with mental health struggles, reminding us that emotional well-being matters even during festive seasons.

July 1, 2026

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Honoring Our Past, Preparing for Our Future

Ponca City Public Schools is gathering community input to develop a strategic plan that honors the district's heritage while preparing students for future success.

July 1, 2026

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(Throwback) Jordan Is a Giant in Crossword Construction

Ponca City's Patrick Jordan, a champion crossword constructor whose puzzles appear in USA Today and the New York Times, now shares exclusive puzzles monthly on PoncaCityMonthly.com/puzzles.

June 10, 2026

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