A Bartlesville man finds himself in the Washington County Jail after starting two fires inside a home he wasn't supposed to be in. Shane McCrory was booked into jail on fourth degree arson charges.    The Bartlesville Fire Department responded to smoke coming from a building ... read more »

Update: At just before 2 p.m., the southbound lanes of traffic were re-opened. You are asked to drive carefully so they don't have to shut traffic down again.   ------------------------------------------------------------   Original Story: An oversize vehicle has st ... read more »

A man was in Washington County District Court on Monday facing four counts of charges, including one felony stemming from a fight at a downtown Bartlesville bar on Sunday night. 25-year-old Darrell Glen Walker Jr. faces a felony count of resisting an officer and three additional misdemeanor c ... read more »

For the 10th year in a row, the Osage Nation Education Department is holding its virtual Christmas candy structure competiton. This year's competition is open through Wednesday, January 1st and a winner will be announced the following week.    After making a gingerbread hous ... read more »

The Board of Osage County Commissioners convened for a regularly scheduled meeting at the fairgrounds on Monday morning. There were three agenda items that the Board needed to take action on.    The Board had the option to re-appoint Steve Ridener and Terry Shreve to four-year t ... read more »

Nowata County Board of Commissioners Meeting from Monday 12-2  noon Alex The Nowata County Board of Commissioner held their weekly meeting Monday, with several items on the agenda. The Board awarded a bid and lease purchase with financing for one hydraulic excavator.   Other ... read more »

The Bartlesville Kiwanis Christmas Parade is set for December 7, 2024, with the theme “Memories from Frank Phillips Blvd.” This year's parade takes a festive journey through treasured memories that connect the city’s past to its vibrant present.   ... read more »

A portion of Hill Drive east of Silver Lake Road in Bartlesville will be closed until next week to facilitate the installation of water service lines in the area. According to the city of Bartlesville, the new lines will service recently-constructed student housing located north of the corner ... read more »

Six-time Olympic medalist Jackie Joyner-Kersee will headline the Boys & Girls Clubs of Bartlesville's annual Great Futures Luncheon as the keynote speaker on Friday, Dec. 13, at 11:15 a.m. at the Bartlesville Boys & Girls Club. Appearing on COMMUNITY CONNECTION, Jason Barta, Execu ... read more »

Six-time Olympic medalist Jackie Joyner-Kersee will headline the Boys & Girls Clubs of Bartlesville's annual Great Futures Luncheon as the keynote speaker on Friday, Dec. 13, at 11:15 a.m. at the Bartlesville Boys & Girls Club. Appearing on COMMUNITY CONNECTION, Jason Barta, Execu ... read more »

The ice rink at Christmas in the Ville is officially open at Second and Keeler in Downtown Bartlesville. Admission is $12 per person, which includes skates and unlimited skating time.   Festival Features and Schedule:   The ice rink will operate on weekends for the first ... read more »

CLICK HERE FOR THE AUDIO VERSION OF THIS STORY   Downtown Bartlesville turned into something straight out of a Hallmark Movie Saturday night during the opening ceremonies for the 8th Annual Christmas in the 'Ville celebration.   Hundreds gathered at the Chamber Depot ... read more »

If you are looking for something to do while benefiting a good cause this weekend, the Barnsdall class of 2025 will be playing bingo to help raise funds for their class on Saturday. There will be a silent auction, raffle and basket prizes handed out for the winner of each game.   Adm ... read more »

The Kansas Highway Patrol says "bah-humbug" to a festive semi-truck driver. A KHP trooper recently cited a driver for the display of holiday lights that adorned the front of the big rig's cab. The decorations included blue and red lights similar to those used by emergency vehicl ... read more »

The holiday spirit is about to sparkle once again in Bartlesville as the Chamber of Commerce kicks off the 8th annual “Christmas in the ‘Ville – Ice Rink at the Depot.” This month-long festival promises a flurry of activities beginning Saturday, November 30, and running th ... read more »