City of Blackwell, Oklahoma - Government

06/23/2026

🚨 VENDOR DEADLINE: JULY 15, 2026 🚨

September will be here before we know it, and preparations are already underway for the 109th Annual Kay County Free Fair! 🇺🇸⭐

We’re now accepting vendor applications for this year’s theme:
⭐ Stars, Stripes & County Nights ⭐

Whether you’re serving up fair favorites, representing a non-profit, or showcasing your merchandise, we’d love to have you join us for one of Oklahoma’s greatest traditions.

To request an application and reserve your spot, contact:
📞 Denise Hindman
580-363-8517

Come celebrate community, tradition, and all things red, white, and blue at the 109th Annual Kay County Free Fair! ❤️🤍💙

06/23/2026

TODAY at the Fairgrounds

06/23/2026

Stay safe today!

06/23/2026

📢🍎 SUMMER MEAL PROGRAM EXPANSION! 🍎📢

The Blackwell Public Library is excited to share some great news!

Beginning Wednesday, June 24, our FREE Summer Meal Box Program will expand to better serve local families.

Thanks to our partners, we will now receive 200 meal boxes each week — double our previous allotment of 100 boxes — through the remainder of the program on July 29.

Our program will be held as usual (100 boxes; 10:30 - 11:30) on June 17.

To accommodate the increased distribution, we are also extending pickup hours effective June 24.

✅ New Pickup Time: 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
✅ Every Wednesday through July 29
✅ Drive-thru pickup
✅ One meal box per child (ages 18 and under)

Each box contains a week's worth of shelf-stable meals for children and teens.

📍 Pickup Location: The alley between the Blackwell Public Library and the Top of Oklahoma Historical Society Museum.

🚗 Traffic Instructions: Please line up along 1st Street, turn onto Padon Avenue, and then enter the alley for pickup.

A parent or guardian must be present to pick up meal boxes, but children do not need to be in the vehicle.

Meal boxes are available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.

We are grateful to Hunger Free Oklahoma and the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma for helping us provide this important resource to children and families throughout our community.

Please help us spread the word so more families can benefit from this program this summer.

06/22/2026

🚨 PUBLIC SAFETY ANNOUNCEMENT – OUTDOOR WARNING SIRENS 🚨

The City of Blackwell would like to remind residents about the purpose of our Outdoor Warning Siren System and what to do when a siren sounds.

Outdoor Warning Sirens are designed to alert people who are OUTSIDE that dangerous weather may be approaching. They are not intended to be the primary warning method for people inside homes or buildings.

If you hear a siren:
• Go indoors immediately.
• Turn on local television or radio coverage.
• Check trusted weather apps or your NOAA Weather Radio.
• Be prepared to take shelter quickly if conditions worsen.

Important Things to Know:
• Sirens are not designed to be heard inside every home or building.
• Sirens may be activated for:

Tornado Warnings
Destructive Winds
Large Hail
• Outdoor Warning Sirens are routinely tested by local officials.
• There is typically no “all clear” siren after a storm has passed.

The Best Way to Stay Safe
Outdoor Warning Sirens are only one part of a complete warning system. Residents should have multiple ways to receive emergency information, including:
• NOAA Weather Radio
• Wireless Emergency Alerts on your smartphone
• Local television and radio stations
• Trusted weather applications

Remember: Outdoor Warning Sirens are intended to get your attention if you are outdoors. Once you hear a siren, seek shelter immediately and monitor trusted weather sources for additional information.

Stay weather aware. Know your plan before severe weather strikes.

06/22/2026

06/22/2026

06/21/2026

TURN AROUND DON’T DROWN! Be careful out there, everyone.

The National Weather Service in Norman has issued a Flood Warning for the Chikaskia River near Blackwell, affecting portions of Grant and Kay Counties.

Effective: Monday morning through Tuesday morning

Moderate flooding is forecast. The Chikaskia River is expected to rise above flood stage Monday morning, cresting near 30.5 feet Monday evening before falling below flood stage early Tuesday morning.

Potential impacts include:
• Flooding along Highway 177 north of Blackwell
• Hubbard Road southeast of Blackwell may become impassable
• Rural areas in northeastern Grant and Kay Counties could see floodwaters up to 2 feet deep
• Some residences in northeast Blackwell may be surrounded by floodwaters

TURN AROUND, DON’T DROWN

Never drive through flooded roadways. Most flood-related deaths occur in vehicles. If you encounter water covering a roadway, turn around and find an alternate route.

City officials will continue monitoring conditions and provide updates as they become available.

For the latest weather information, visit weather.gov.