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Lee, Weant named NHS April Students of the Month

Press Release NEWKIRK — Newkirk High School (NHS) is excited to recognize students that exemplify the Newkirk ideals and this month the faculty and staff have selectedSamantha Lee and Toby Weant Lee is the daughter of Holly and Billy Lee. She is active in the National Honor Society and is a wrestling mat maid. Her…

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Students of the Month

Courtesy Photo for The Newkirk Herald Journal Toby Weant, left, and Samantha Lee are the Newkirk High School Students of the Month

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Main Street organizations recognized at Capitol

By Everett Brazil, III The Newkirk Herald Journal OKLAHOMA CITY — A large crowd gathered in the halls of State Capitol in Oklahoma City April 5, a group of Oklahoma Main Street (OMS) supporters from across the state meeting with their legislators and  fellow programs as the state recognized the day as “Oklahoma Main Street…

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Main Street Capitol Day

Courtesy Photo for The Newkirk Herald Journal Newkirk Main Street joined Main Street programs from across the state at the State Capitol April 5 I recognition of Main Street Day. Shown from left are Rep. Ken Luttrell, NMS Board President Holly Cline, NMS Director Alyssa McCleery and Sen. Bill Coleman.

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Amphitheater Opening

Everett Brazil, III/The Newkirk Herald Journal The Kay County Amphitheater, adjacent to the Courthouse, has finally reached completion, complete with new sod and trees surrounding the facility. Although performances have already been held at the site, the grand opening will be next weekend, April 30, with special choir and band performances. The Second Saturday Series…

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Believing in a small town

By Everett Brazil, III The Newkirk Herald Journal NEWKIRK — It is a quiet Monday afternoon at the Newkirk Mercantile, April 7. Shannon Bryant patiently awaits customers behind the counter, a stark contrast to only days before when the store celebrated their first Spring Fling in conjunction with 56 Feed Co. April 5, a line…

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New Life

Everett Brazil, III/The Newkirk Herald Journal A new spirit seems to be blowing in Downtown Newkirk, as more residents are stepping up to liven the community and welcome new businesses to grow the business district.

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Where to find an Online Get together Site

Online hookups are a great way to meet fresh persons, and they’re also fast and user friendly. You can search background of other subscribers, or simply chat in a privately owned room, depending on your preferences. There are lots of options for hooking up, which includes free and paid sites, so it’s vital that you…

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City Clerk Opening

The City of Newkirk is accepting resumes for City Clerk. This job requires a variety and complex supervisory, clerical, accounting and administrative skills in the administration of local city government. This position serves as the custodian of official city records and public documents and attends the regular and special meetings of the Commission along with other…

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Newkirk Tournament Team

Courtesy Photo for The Newkirk Herald Journal Newkirk Tigers Blake Johnston and Ean Watters were selected to the 89er All-Conference Team. Jaykob Shirley was selected as Honorable Mention and competed in the 3 point competition. Lady Tiger Kaylen Mills was also selected as Honorable Mention and competed in the 3 point competition. The All-Conference game was…

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