Wind Farm Work
Everett Brazil, III/The Newkirk Herald Journal Large cranes have been seen between Newkirk and Kildare lately as they hoist wind turbine equipment for the Frontier Wind Power II windfarm, under development by Duke Energy Renewables.
Read MoreBe wary of fraudulent COVID-19 supplement claims
By Trisha Gedon Press Release STILLWATER, Okla. — While many people are doing their part by social distancing in an effort to remain healthy and protect the community, there are others looking to make a quick buck. Those fraudulent marketers are popping up and promoting various products that claim to help prevent or treat COVID-19,…
Read MoreOtoe-Missouria Tribe signs new gaming compact with state
By Everett Brazil, III The Newkirk Herald Journal NEWKIRK — The Otoe-Missouria Tribe signed a new gaming compact with Governor Kevin Stitt and the State of Oklahoma Tuesday, April 21, promising new gaming activities at their casinos and more revenue to the tribe for tribal operations. The Comanche Nation, based in Lawton, Okla., also signed…
Read MoreNPS online education proving successful
By Everett Brazil, III The Newkirk Herald Journal NEWKIRK — Society is facing a new world, thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic. One of the biggest challenges, especially in the United States, is how to educate the students and finish the school year while schools remain closed to help slow the spread of the virus. Newkirk…
Read MoreCounty, state and U.S. candidates filed
By Everett Brazil, III The Newkirk Herald Journal NEWKIRK — The filing period for county offices has passed, and several Kay County residents have shown an interest in serving the community through county service, including several incumbents as well as new candidates for those same positions. Friday, April 10 was the final day to file,…
Read MoreCity meetings moving to Senior Center
By Everett Brazil, III The Newkirk Herald Journal NEWKIRK — Beginning April 13, the city of Newkirk will temporarily be moving all city meetings to the Senior Citizens Center to allow more room for social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic. The city commission typically holds meetings the second and fourth Monday of the month at…
Read MoreCommunity National Bank Sign
Everett Brazil, III/The Newkirk Herald Journal Community National Bank, which opened its doors to the Newkirk community in January, now has a new sign, which was installed Wednesday, April 8.
Read MoreNewkirk first responders work to keep equipment clean amid COVID-19
By Everett Brazil, III The Newkirk Herald Journal NEWKIRK — America’s first responders are on the front lines of battling the COVID-19 outbreak, risking their health to protect the population against infection and working hard to slowly control its spread. They are also working hard to keep all their vehicles and equipment clean, ensuring the…
Read MoreElliott named to All-Tournament Team
Press Release MIDWEST CITY, Okla. — The Rose State College women’s soccer team had four athletes selected to the Regional All- Tournament team, including one from Newkirk and two from Ponca City. The four athletes were Emily Elliott, a sophomore midfielder from Newkirk, Adrianna Schroeder, a sophomore goalkeeper from McKinney, Texas, Shaila Klinger, a freshman midfielder…
Read MoreSpring turkey season begins this week
By Everett Brazil, III The Newkirk Herald Journal NEWKIRK — Spring turkey season has arrived, and outdoorsmen are heading out into the wilderness to bag a turkey of their own across the state. Oklahoma has seen a decline in turkey numbers, but for those who know where to look there are still plenty of opportunities…
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