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July 2025

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Jane Payne
Obituary·July 30, 2025

Jane Payne

Miller Stahl Funeral Home

Life began for Betty Jane Payne in a rock house near Apperson, Oklahoma on September 16, 1927. Born to Ruby and Otho Harvey, and she ascended to Heaven July 30, 2025. As a young gi…

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Community·July 29, 2025

The Journey Part 3: Anchored in Love

  • Couple experiences heartbreak when embryo implantation fails in November 2024
  • Ashley missed chance to surprise husband with pregnancy news for his birthday
  • Family masked their grief publicly while processing loss privately and silently
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Community·July 28, 2025

Voices From the Homestead—Part ONE

  • Liz Threlkeld launches "The Sunny Side" column sharing homesteading expertise and local voices.
  • Technology streamlines modern homestead operations from sales to herd management systems.
  • Local farmers emphasize community resilience and proactive living over fear-based self-sufficiency.
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Robert (Bob) Lobsinger
Obituary·July 25, 2025

Robert (Bob) Lobsinger

Miller Stahl Funeral Home

Robert W. (Bob) Lobsinger died July 25, after a lengthy illness. Graveside services will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 30, 2025, in the Newkirk City Cemetery. The family has aske…

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Chamber Connection·July 22, 2025

July Chamber Buzz

  • Party at the Palace returns August 22 at the historic Marland Mansion with "Hidden Spirits & Local Gems" theme.
  • Live music, local food, handcrafted cocktails and custom memorabilia highlight the evening's entertainment and experiences.
  • Golden Tickets ($100) return with limited availability starting July 7, offering chances to win top-tier auction items.
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Book Reviews·July 21, 2025

July Book Reviews

  • Katherine Marsh's "Medusa" follows a seventh-grader discovering she's descended from mythological monsters at a Venice boarding school.
  • Ava and friends quest to restore their friend's stolen voice while uncovering silenced goddesses in the Olympian world.
  • "No One Was Supposed to Die at This Wedding" by Catherine Mack stars Eleanor Dash, author of the Vacation Mystery series.
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Mental Health Minute·July 15, 2025

Mental Health Minute with Mr. Ponca City

  • Ashley manages chronic pain from rheumatoid arthritis while balancing family life and personal responsibilities.
  • Relo and Ashley are navigating an unexpected parenthood journey that includes emotional and physical challenges.
  • Ashley has learned to set boundaries with her energy and not feel responsible for others' discomfort.
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Community·July 14, 2025

New ICON Theater to Reopen at AMC Site

  • AMC Theater site will reopen as new ICON Cinema theater location in Ponca City
  • PCDA purchased the property and signed seven-year lease-to-own deal with ICON Cinemas
  • Theater closure in 2020 hurt workforce recruitment efforts in the community
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Business Spotlight·July 11, 2025

Party at the Palace: Hidden Spirits & Local Gems

  • Party at the Palace happens Friday, August 22 at 6:30 PM at Marland Mansion Estate.
  • Tickets cost $75 and are available now at PoncaCityChamber.com.
  • Explore the historic mansion's two floors while enjoying food from local restaurants.
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Community·July 8, 2025

Marland Estate Furniture Restoration

  • The Marland Mansion has undergone a major furniture restoration project over recent years.
  • Tom, a third-generation antique restorer, and his team have restored over 300 pieces.
  • Fish oil finishes darkened over 150 years, hiding beautiful designs now being revealed.
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Community·July 7, 2025

CRAZY DAYS & DXDT!!

  • DXDT music festival happens Friday Aug 1 at Veteran's Plaza with Hayes Brothers Band 6-9 PM.
  • Crazy Days Sale runs Friday-Saturday Aug 1-2 with tax-free shopping and raffle prizes.
  • Free swag bags available Friday at 5 PM during downtown Crazy Days festivities.
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Community·July 4, 2025

Ponca City Bowmen’s Archery Range:

  • Bowmen's Archery Range offers 33 acres with 30+ 3D targets and courses for all skill levels.
  • The volunteer-run club, operating since 1953, welcomes members and rents space for events and camping.
  • The lakeside location features grills, tent/RV camping, fishing, and hosts groups from law enforcement to families.
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Community·July 1, 2025·25 reads

Project Transformation:

  • Project Transformation is an eight-week nonprofit literacy program serving elementary students at First United Methodist Church.
  • The program runs Monday-Thursday through June and July with STEM, art, literacy and social-emotional learning activities.
  • Ponca City is one of six Oklahoma host sites chosen for 2025; the program started in Dallas in 1998.
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