Child Abuse Prevention Month
Courtesy Photo for The Newkirk Herald Journal The city of Newkirk and Dearing House, Ponca City, pictured, recently signed a proclamation recognizing Child Abuse Prevention Month to take stapes to prevent child abuse in the community.
Read MoreSoccer Senior Night
Courtesy Photo for The Newkirk Herald Journal The Lady Tigers soccer team, along with family and community supprters, celebrated their 2021 Senior Night on the field. Shown from left are Michelle Lang, Emily Ewy, Kaitlyn Ball and Tristen Hutson.
Read MoreMiddle School Track Champions
Courtesy Photo for The Newkirk Herald Journal The Newkirk seventh grade boys track team won the Pawhuska Huskies track meet on Thursday, April 1. They scored 61 team points to win the seventh grade boys division against 20 other schools. Shown from left are Kenton Bliss, Blaine Owen, Xander Stephens, Chance Brewington, Donovan Harjo, George…
Read MoreMiddle School Baseball
Everett Brazil, III/The Newkirk Herald Journal The Newkirk Tigers middle school baseball team welcomed the Chhisolm Longhorns Monday evening. The team posed for group photos prior to the games. Front row, from left, Colton Mills, Maddox Stewart, Konner Back row, Blake Stowe, Aceson Davis, Tripper Ramey, Cooper Wood, Lane Barrows, Kyson Thiel, Lane Stone, Hayden…
Read MoreKay County Fair Board announces bi-annual reorganization
Press Release NEWKIRK — Upon the recommendation of the present Kay County Free Fair Board, Inc., and according to the state law pertaining to Free Fair, the acting president is calling a Free Fair Election in Kay County for the purpose of electing two members of the Free Fair Association in each municipal township in…
Read MoreCassady elected Newkirk mayor
By Everett Brazil, III The Newkirk Herald Journal NEWKIRK — Newkirk voters went to the polls April 6, and elected former city commissioner Dereck Cassady as mayor. The results are considered “unofficial” by the Kay County Election Board until 5 p.m. Friday. Out of 319 votes cast in the mayoral election, Cassady received 181 votes,…
Read MoreChase the Ace
Courtesy Photo for The Newkirk Herald Journal Faith Capone is the March 26 winner of Newkirk Main Street’s Chase the Ace contest, drawing the 7 of Hearts. The progressive jackpot is now at $380. Tickets are available at Newkirk Main Street, Equity Bank, Newkirk Tag Agency and Capone’s Hoagies. Pictured is Kenzie Robb, Capone’s Hoagies.
Read MoreKindergarten Food Drive
Courtesy Photo for The Newkirk Herald Journal Mrs. Watters’ kindergarten class celebrated the 100th day of school by collecting 100 can goods to help local families in need. The students actually collected about 130, all of which were donated to the House of Refuge food pantry to help needy people in Newkirk.
Read MoreHobbs seeking full term as mayor
By Everett Brazil, III The Newkirk Herald Journal NEWKIRK — Newkirk native Brian Hobbs has served the community for the past two years as mayor, and has seen many positive changes, as well as problems that need to be addressed. He is ready to continue seeing change in the community, and is seeking the vote…
Read MoreCapone’s Hoagies Anniversary
Everett Brazil, III/The Newkirk Herald Journal March 17 was an important day for Capone’s Hoagies, as they celebrated their 1-year anniversary with their patrons by giving 10 percent discounts on meals, and sharing a special birthday cake for all available. Capone’s Hoagies looks forward to another year in Newkirk.
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