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Texas Pastor Pleads Guilty on Five Felony Charges

Oct 02, 2025

A Texas pastor pleaded guilty Thursday in Osage County District Court to all five felony counts of lewd or indecent acts to a child. Robert Morris, the founder of a megachurch in Southlake, Texas will serve a 10-year suspended sentence with six of those months to be served in the Osage County ... read more »

Lindel Fields Says He Wants to 'Steady the Ship' as State Superintendent

Oct 02, 2025

Gov. Kevin Stitt announced a new beginning for public education in Oklahoma on Thursday with ties back to Bartlesville. CLICK HERE FOR THE AUDIO VERSION OF THIS STORY An air of excitement filled the library at Eisenhower International School in Tulsa as Gov. Kevin Stitt formally announced ... read more »

Bartlesville Man Facing Drug Charges

Oct 02, 2025

A Bartlesville man is facing criminal charges after allegedly possessing methamphetamine. 42-year-old John Powell was charged on Monday with possession of a controlled dangerous substance (CDS). According to the Bartlesville Police Department, authorities stopped Powell after he was alleg ... read more »

National Indian Taco Championship on Saturday

Oct 02, 2025

The 21st annual National Indian Taco Championship is coming back to Pawhuska this Saturday. The event lasts from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and there will be 20 competitors vying for the top prize and around 40 non-food vendors who will be showing off and selling their goods.   Pawhuska Chamb ... read more »

Elder Care: Medicare Plan D Assistance

Oct 02, 2025

Each year, millions of older adults rely on Medicare Part D to help cover the cost of prescription medications. While these plans provide critical support, navigating the many choices and completing the required paperwork can feel overwhelming. Comparing premiums, formularies, and coverage option ... read more »

Elder Care's Private Duty Care Management

Oct 02, 2025

Feeling overwhelmed by daily responsibilities, medical appointments, or making decisions about your care or a loved one’s care? You’re not alone. Navigating the aging journey can be complex, but Elder Care is here to help you every step of the way.   Appeariing on COMMUNI ... read more »

Branson's Lights of Joy Christmas Drive-Thru to Feature All-New Displays for 2025

Oct 02, 2025

The Lights of Joy Christmas Drive-Thru, one of Branson’s most popular holiday attractions, will debut an entirely new set of displays for the 2025 season. “Every major display, except our tunnel and video boards, will be replaced,” said manager Kurt Kysar. “Having exte ... read more »

Lankford Blames Democrats for Government Shutdown

Oct 02, 2025

 U.S. Senator James Lankford (R-OK), Vice Chair of the Senate Republican Conference, criticized Democrats for allowing the federal government to shut down, saying they prioritized politics over keeping services open. “Democrats own this government shutdown,” Lankford said, ar ... read more »

Brecheen Blames Democrats for Government Shutdown

Oct 02, 2025

Congressman Josh Brecheen (R-Okla.) issued a statement after the federal government shut down this week with no funding resolution in place. Brecheen said House Republicans passed a clean continuing resolution (CR) to keep the government open, but accused Democrats of rejecting it and instead ... read more »

Pink Out and Osage Appreciation Night in Pawhuska

Oct 01, 2025

The Pawhuska Huskies have an exciting Friday night planned as they get set to take on the Pawnee Blackbears. Not only is it Pink Out Night, but it is also Osage Appreciation night. Coach Matt Hennesy talks about how the night will start.   Hennesy says they will be wearing jerseys wi ... read more »

Arvest Foundation Announces Contribution to VCO

Oct 01, 2025

The Arvest Foundation announced on Wednesday that they have made a $5,000 contribution to Veterans Connection Organization (VCO). The funds from the contribution will be used to purchase laptops, computer bags and other electronic equipment for the Veterans’ Laptop Check-out Program. Th ... read more »

Employee of the Month for September

Oct 01, 2025

The City Employee Advisory Committee has named its September employee of the month for Bartlesville. Parks Maintenance Worker Steve Tate was nominated for the award by his co-worker Lain Cramer after helping a cat that was in distress at a skate park. In part, here is what Cramer had to say in hi ... read more »

New Exhibit Opening at Bartlesville History Museum

Sep 30, 2025

The latest exhibit at the Bartlesville Area History Museum will be unveiled on Wednesday and will be on display through the end of the year. This exhibit, "Outlaw Trails and Legendary Hideouts," will showcase some of the infamous outlaws who had ties to Oklahoma and even Bartlesville. ... read more »

Dancing with the Bartlesville Stars Nov 8th

Oct 01, 2025

It's back! Dancing with the Bartlesville Stars to benefit Paths to Independence is Saturday, November 8, at Bartlesville Community Center starting at 6:00 p.m.   Appearing on COMMUNITY CONNECTION, contestants Kristin Curd and Tony Gantt said they are both honored and excited to b ... read more »

OKM Oktoberfest Returns to Downtown Bartlesville October 4

Oct 01, 2025

OKM Music's Oktoberfest, featuring family fun, is Saturday, October 4, from 4 to 9 p.m., on Dewey Avenue between 4th and 5th streets of . This year's Oktoberfest is bringing food, entertainment, and activities for all ages.     Appearing on COMMUNITY ... read more »