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July 2024

Everything published in July 2024.

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Community·July 29, 2024

Get Fit with Kera Kester

  • •Over 150 types of headaches exist, caused by triggers like stress, dehydration, poor sleep, and certain foods.
  • •Pain-sensitive nerves called nociceptors signal your brain when headaches occur and protect you from injury.
  • •Identifying your specific headache trigger and type helps prevent future occurrences and catch serious conditions early.
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Food Crush·July 28, 2024

July FOOD CRUSH - Surf’s Up Snowcones

  • •Surf's Up Snowcones operates a mobile yellow school bus serving unique flavors around Ponca City.
  • •Tiger's Blood combines orange, strawberry and pineapple for a sweet, vibrant tropical treat.
  • •Wedding Cake flavor captures the taste of traditional wedding cake with almond and vanilla.
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Community·July 27, 2024

July Cocktail of the Month - Bloody Mary

  • •Bloody Mary originated in 1920s Paris when French bartender Fernand Petiot mixed vodka with tomato juice and spices.
  • •The drink's name likely references Queen Mary Tudor of England, known for her brutal 16th century reign.
  • •Modern Bloody Marys feature elaborate garnishes and toppings, far beyond the simple olives and celery of the past.
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People of Ponca Series·July 26, 2024

People of Ponca Series: Sarah Schukkman

  • •Sarah Schukkman maintains city plantings for Parks and Recreation, focusing on Grand Avenue.
  • •The Horticulture Department faced staffing challenges with two colleagues injured or in accidents this year.
  • •Early season plant deaths in the greenhouse required significant catch-up efforts throughout the growing season.
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College Confidential·July 24, 2024

July Future Ed: Thoughts on Higher Ed

  • •College networks built during late-night study sessions often lead to job opportunities and lifelong professional connections.
  • •Most new hires come from employee referrals, making personal networks crucial for career advancement and job placement.
  • •Companies like Google hire only candidates at 80% job effectiveness on day one, requiring extensive employee screening.
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Community·July 24, 2024

Merlene Joy Berg

  • •Merlene Joy Berg, longtime Ponca City resident, passed away June 30 at age 72.
  • •She worked 29 years for Conoco in Ponca City before relocating to Tulsa.
  • •Berg enjoyed family gatherings, cooking, reading music and Oklahoma Sooners sports.
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Business Spotlight·July 24, 2024

Nifty& Spiffy: Making the Most of Partnership

  • •HC Spiffy Auto Spa and Nifty Car Rental share a location at 3801 N. 14th Street, owned by spouses Heather Cannon and Michael Mattera.
  • •HC Spiffy Auto Spa expanded detailing services from Heather Cannon Honda due to high demand for car preparation.
  • •Nifty Car Rental was inspired when the owners couldn't find rental cars while traveling in a metro area.
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Food Crush·July 23, 2024

July Stew On That

  • •Parenting doesn't stop you from doing things, just makes them harder and less fun.
  • •Family trips require extensive planning and packing for basic necessities and comfort.
  • •Children's moods are unpredictable and can ruin even simple, well-intentioned activities.
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Book Reviews·July 21, 2024

July Book Reviews

  • •Sandra Boynton's "Chloe and Maude" celebrates friendship between two very different adventurous cats.
  • •"The Thursday Murder Club" follows retirees solving cold cases at a luxury English village.
  • •Ponca City Monthly offers both free print copies and paid digital subscriptions with exclusive content.
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Community·July 20, 2024

Fabulous Fruit Season

  • •July is National Parks and Recreation Month celebrating Ponca City's excellent parks system
  • •Ponca City offers diverse recreation including pools, golf courses, lake access, and fitness facilities
  • •Local fruit season runs June through September with strawberries, peaches, apples and more available
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Community·July 20, 2024

12 Month Health and Wellness

  • •Our bodies are about 60% water and need it for joints, oxygen delivery, and saliva.
  • •Men should drink 13-15½ cups daily; women 9-11½ cups; adjust based on activity and health.
  • •Light yellow or colorless urine and minimal thirst indicate proper hydration levels.
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People of Ponca Series·July 19, 2024

People of Ponca Series: Victor Fairbanks

  • •Victor Fairbanks seeks purpose after his wife's death from lung cancer in June.
  • •Retired for 12 years, he's exploring fitness and faith-based activities in Ponca City.
  • •He and his late wife enjoyed morning walks and outdoor adventures before her illness.
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Kids Say the Darndest·July 18, 2024

July Kids Say the Darndest Things

  • •Moms often shoulder most household responsibilities, from meal prep to answering endless questions daily.
  • •Delegating tasks to dads can shock kids who assume only mom can handle everything they need.
  • •A mother's simple suggestion that "Dad can do it" opened her oldest daughter's eyes to new possibilities.
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Community·July 17, 2024

Just Like New

  • •Paul Reeves opened a bicycle repair shop downtown after noticing Ponca City had no repair services for cyclists.
  • •He refurbishes abandoned bikes for $5 and resells them affordably to kids whose families can't buy new.
  • •Reeves barely breaks even on bike sales, supplementing income through nearby storage unit rentals.
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