Newkirk, Braman affected by storm
By ADAM CATLIN [email protected] Kay County and north-central Oklahoma experienced another rough week of weather when an EF-1 tornado caused damage near Braman, and an EF-4 tornado devastated nearby Enid. Last Thursday night, the Braman tornado caused property damage, but no injuries, while the Enid tornado injured 10 people. The Enid tornado temporarily shut down…
Read MoreWrestlers go to state
Staff Report It was an eventful few days last week for the four Newkirk wrestlers who took part in the state wrestling tournament in Tulsa. Newkirk’s Vohn Williams ultimately was the only Newkirk wrestler to place, earning fourth at the Oklahoma 3A Wrestling State Championships as a sophomore at 175 lbs. Graden Schieber and Brinlea…
Read MoreLady Tigers go 1-2 at Regionals
The Lady Tigers basketball squad traveled to Regionals held at Dale last week, ending with a close overtime loss that thwarted a chance to advance to Area play. The team faced a difficult first-game draw against the No. 1 ranked Dale Pirates in Class 2A on Feb. 24. The Tigers fell 33 to 59, sending…
Read MoreTiger boys fall to Hulbert at Regionals
The Newkirk Boys Tigers basketball team began regionals at Dale, playing at 7:30 p.m. on Feb. 26 against the Luther Lions. The Tigers jumped out to a 23-16 halftime lead and prevailed 52-44. They went on to play again at 7:30 Friday against the Hulbert Rangers. The Tigers were tied 6-6 at the end of…
Read MoreCline and Kubic headed to Girls State
Press Release Two Newkirk girls will attend Oklahoma Girls State at University of Central Oklahoma May 24-29. Acie Cline, the daughter of Holly and Macom Cline, is a young leader who thrives on community and hard work. A three-year member of the Newkirk FFA and a three-time coed cheer state champion, Acie balances the grit…
Read MoreLawmakers advance state question to cap property tax growth
By EMMA MURPHY Oklahoma Voice Despite concerns it could harm local funding for schools, counties and roads, House lawmakers last week advanced a state question aiming to cap property tax growth. The maximum property value can increase each year is currently at 5% for most commercial properties and 3% for homesteads and agricultural land. An…
Read MoreCity pitches in to fund fireworks display
Staff Report In a split vote, Newkirk city commissioners decided last month to pitch in $2,500 for a fireworks display at the Newkirk Country Club. The commission discussed the spending request and voted at its March 23 meeting. Richard Hinthorn made the request for an event he is helping organize to bring back a community…
Read MoreTornado damage in Kay County
By ADAM CATLIN [email protected] The major storm that swept through the region Friday evening created two tornados in Kay County, leading to property damage but not injuries. The National Weather Service reported an EF-0 was confirmed southwest of Ponca City that also moved through the south end of town. An EF-1 tornado was also confirmed…
Read MoreAnderson bids farewell
Joe Anderson provided this statement to the NHJ for his retirement from the City Commission after serving for more than six years. I had a great teacher. My Father, Ocie A. Anderson. He was an Educator for 37 years, in Braman, OK, Pauls Valley, OK, and Blackwell, OK, his hometown. He was the Principal of…
Read MoreStolen cow recovered in Wichita
By ADAM CATLIN NHJ Editor An incident involving a cow on the loose in a Wichita neighborhood last Thursday evening had a surprising connection to Kay County. According to Kay County Sheriff Steve Kelley, the cow came from a 1992 stock trailer that was stolen from 9800 W. Bender Road, west of Newkirk. The trailer…
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