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Kay County 4-H students learn sewing concepts
By Everett Brazil, III The Newkirk Herald Journal NEWKIRK — Sewing has long been a pastime in homemaking, helping families craft their own clothes in the comfort of their homes. Some younger youth members also have in interest in the traditional craft, and about five Kay County 4-H students met at the Kay County Extension…
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Courtesy Photo for The Newkirk Herald Journal Kay County 4-H Sewing Day Camp was held July 19 – 20 at the Kay County OSU Extension. Back row, from left,Darlene Fields (volunteer), Kaylee Cobb, Lilyen Hambright, and Brenda Medlock, Extension Educator FCS/4-H. Front row, Aubry Cobb, Charli Evans and Maddy Hambright. The youth made potholders, tissue holder,…
Read MoreFreshman Orientation Aug. 1
Press Release NEWKIRK — Newkirk High School (NHS) is continuing the tradition started last year and providing a Freshman Orientation for their new students who are joining NHS from the Middle School. All freshmen students and their parents are being asked to attend the Freshman Orientation from 10 a.m. to noon on Monday, Aug. 1 in…
Read MoreNMS announces spring semester honor rolls
Press Release NEWKIRK — The Newkirk Middle School administraton is pleased to announce the spring 2022 prinicipal’s and superintendent’s honor rolls. Superintendent Honor Roll Jordyn Carleton, Brinley Deibler, Lilly Free, Brooklynne Reyes, Leanne Robb, Claire Schieber, Brinlea Weant, Jerica Wood, Tiffany Barney, Kenton Bliss, Braxton Forbeck, Adyn Free, Nicole Free, Brinlee Harrelson, Madalyn Hutchason, Raylynn…
Read MoreSafety Center Groundbreaking
Everett Brazil, III/The Newkirk Herald Journal A special groundbreaking was held for the upcoming Public Safety Center Tuesday morning, July 26 after 10 a.m. Including in the ground breaking were representatives of the city of Newkirk, including city commission and police and fire departments. Representatives of Rick Scott Construction and Kerr 3 Architects also participated.…
Read MoreKay County amphitheater dedicated to County
Press Release NEWKIRK — On July 25, Newkirk Main Street completed the gift agreement to pledge the Kay County Amphitheater and all of its improvements to Kay County. The Kay County Amphitheater is a premier venue for performing arts, and is completely funded through private donations. The large stage was built on the property that…
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Courtesy Photo for The Newkirk Herald Journal Holly Cline, right, Newkirk Main Street Board president, dedicated the Kay County Amphitheater to Kay County for operations. Also pictured is District Two Commissioner Jason Shanks.
Read MoreKay County 4-H wins Big 3 livestock judging show
Press Release STILLWATER, Okla. — The Kay County 4-H Livestock Judging Teams have been among more than 1,000 kids July 19-21 at the Big 3 Field Days in Stillwater, Okla. Congratulations to the Junior and senior team champions, along with junior and senior Individual champions. Junior Teams Overall – Champions Beef and Swine – Champions…
Read MoreKay County 4-H Champs
Courtesy Photo for The Newkirk Herald Journal Back row, from left, Coach Rick Buellesfeld, Tucker Jeffries (Blackwell), Justin Fast (Newkirk), Josie Doshier (Woodlands), Bodie Jeffries (Peckham), Colton Tripp (Blackwell) and Reid Buellesfeld (Blackwell) Front row, Jordyn Smith (Blackwell), Hattie Steichen (Ponca City), MaKynna Smith (Blackwell), Raylan Buellesfeld (Blackwell), Levi Kubik (Newkirk), Jessica Hobaugh (Peckham), Colt…
Read MoreCounty properties to be offered for $1
Press Release NEWKIRK — The Kay County Treasurer would like to make the public aware that they will be conducting a special Commissioner’s Sale at 9 a.m. in the treasurer’s office on Aug. 9in the Kay County Administration Building. The building is located next to the Kay County Courthouse, which is currently under remodel. The…
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