In the 1980s, Grubb dabbled in painted woodwork as well as calligraphy. Using her gift of calligraphy, she created cards, bookmarks, prints and other items. For her sister’s wedding, she created personalized cards for the bridesmaids. Her friend Kay Lucas saw the cards and offered to host a show for Grubb at her home in order to share her work with others.

Kat Long, the Ponca City Backyard Gardener has landed in the Ponca City Monthly. And I am so happy to still be writing my garden ramblings. 

A crop of public art has been seen popping up across the Ponca City community in recent years. From signs and murals, foxes to historical monuments, there is much to see if one is willing to look. There are many people involved in the displays, including Theresa Sacket and her husband Jeremy. Theresa is now realizing her latest vision, a quest to beautify the community she loves.

Kyle and Rachel Stewart are the owners of KR Automation. From their office inside the facility, they can peer out into an expansive warehouse where thousands of electrical components are sorted, cleaned, and stocked, awaiting their new homes in industrial facilities around the world.

Lindsay Manufacturing, Inc. was originally formed in 1956 as Thermodynamics, Inc., a manufacturer of heat exchangers. In 1960, it became VacuMaid, Inc., reflecting its commitment to the manufacture of central vacuum systems. Throughout the 1960s and 70s, VacuMaid obtained several patents and helped to pioneer the central vacuum industry. 

Hear the story of the Pioneer Quilters Guild, a non-profit organization dedicated to the growth and knowledge of quilting techniques, patterns and the history of quilt making.

The Cherokee Strip Golf Classic is America's longest-running free-standing pro-am and directly benefits the Opportunity Center of Ponca City, an incredible organization devoted to helping the developmentally disabled in Kay County be successful and “live life to the fullest.”