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Severe Storm Threat Builds This Weekend Across Eastern Oklahoma

Apr 25, 2026

A frontal boundary moving back north is expected to increase thunderstorm chances across eastern Oklahoma and northwest Arkansas Saturday afternoon into the night, according to the National Weather Service Tulsa. Forecasters say a moderate risk for severe weather is in place, with the most a ... read more »

Osage Co Commissioners to Meet Monday

Apr 24, 2026

The Board of Osage County Commissioners will convene for a regularly scheduled meeting at the fairgrounds on Monday morning.    At that meeting, there will be discussion to approve using the old JC Penney lot in downtown Pawhuska for the first Saturday in Pawhuska event. The boa ... read more »

Dewey Man Seen in Court After Allegedly Assaulting Victim

Apr 24, 2026

A Dewey man was seen in Washington County Court on Friday after allegedly getting in an argument with a male victim. When officers arrived on scene, it is alleged the victim had blood on his face because Caleb Peaster was hitting him. Peaster was still yelling at the victim. For safety concerns, ... read more »

Dewey Man Formally Seen on Shooting With Intent to Kill Charges

Apr 24, 2026

A Dewey man was formally seen in Washington County Court on Friday on the felony charge of shooting with the intent to kill. Stephan Powell allegedly shot an individual several times on Monday morning. The victim is expected to be OK.    While tending to the victim's wounds, ... read more »

Arvest Million Meals Campaign Hits the Midway Mark

Apr 24, 2026

The Arvest Bank Million Meals campaign is in its 16th year. Millon Meals is dedicated to raising awareness and essential funds for local food banks and pantries such as Mary Martha Outreach in Bartlesville and Loaves and Fishes in Nowata.   Appearing on COMMUNITY CONNECTION, Whitney ... read more »

CAPITOL CALL Powered by Phillps 66 4-24-26

Apr 24, 2026

Workforce Development and the "Certificate of Value" and a state question regarding the state and Medicad expansion were the hot topics on CAPITOL CALL Powered by Phillips 66 with Rep. Judd Strom and Rep. John B. Kane.   Rep. Judd Strom teed up Workforce Development and the ... read more »

Arthurs Earns Her Stripes with Honky Tonk PhD

Apr 24, 2026

Krislyn Arthurs is bringing a decade of grind to the surface with her debut album Honky Tonk PhD, set for release April 24. The Oklahoma artist has carved her sound through years of small-stage performances, self-taught musicianship, and a steady belief in stories rooted in real life. The project ... read more »

Bartlesville Crews Completing Repairs on 4 Tornado Sirens

Apr 24, 2026

Some residents in Bartlesville may hear brief activations of tornado sirens Friday, but Washington County Emergency Management Deputy Director Melissa Mayes says there isn't anything to worry about.   "The city of Bartlesville is conducting some emergency repairs on four out ... read more »

Severe Weather Threat Continues Saturday, Sunday

Apr 24, 2026

After a stormy Thursday night, more severe weather is expected Saturday and Sunday. The frontal boundary that moved through Thursday night is expected to lift back northward Saturday afternoon and night, which will aid in increasing thunderstorm chances for northeast Oklahoma and southeast Ka ... read more »

Washington Co. Commissioners to Meet Monday

Apr 24, 2026

The Washington County Commissioners will meet Monday morning for a fairly short agenda of items. The commissioners are expected to discuss a contract for upgraded taser technology between Axon Enterprises and the Washington County Sheriff’s Office. The commissioners are also expected to ... read more »

Several Injured as a Tornado Rips Through Enid

Apr 24, 2026

A powerful tornado in Enid ripped roofs off buildings Thursday night and sent emergency crews rushing to nearby Vance Air Force Base. At least 10 people were injured, and several homes and structures were destroyed.   A volunteer at a local shelter tells FOX News, "A lot of peop ... read more »

Bartlesville's Oliver Pratt Named April ConocoPhillips STEM Student of the Month

Apr 23, 2026

Bartlesville High School senior Oliver Pratt has been named the April ConocoPhillips STEM Student of the Month.   Pratt said his passion lies in computer programming and game development, skills he has developed through coursework at school.   “I love computer clas ... read more »

Barnsdall's Lainey Tarwater Named April Patriot Student of the Month

Apr 23, 2026

Barnsdall High School senior Lainey Tarwater has been named a Patriot Auto Student of the Month for April, powered by Truity Credit Union and Bartlesville Radio.   Tarwater has balanced school activities, athletics and career-focused experiences. A longtime competitor in rodeo, she a ... read more »

Copan's Samuel Thornton Named April Patriot Auto Student of the Month

Apr 23, 2026

Copan High School senior Samuel Thorntonhas been named a Patriot Auto Student of the Month for April, powered by Truity Credit Union and Bartlesville Radio.   Thornton is active in athletics and career and technical programs, having played football and participated in track for three ... read more »

Heather Tate Named BPS Teacher of the Year

Apr 23, 2026

Ranch Heights Elementary teacher Heather Tate is the 2025-2026 Bartlesville Public Schools Teacher of the Year, which was announced at the Bruins of the Year Celebration Thursday evening at Bill Doenges Memorial Stadium.   Tate teaches in the district's Academic Therapeutic Learn ... read more »