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Bartlesville Schools Set August 25th Bond Election

Jun 17, 2026

Bartlesville Public Schools voters will decide a bond issue on Aug. 25 that incoming Superintendent of Bartlesville Public School LaDonna Chanellors say would be completed with no tax increase. Appearing on KWON Radio's COMMUNITY CONNECTION, Chancellor said the proposal continues the dis ... read more »

Moonlight Mayhem in Bartlesville Saturday Night

Jun 17, 2026

The Bartlesville Takedown Club is turning Unity Square into an open-air wrestling battleground for the first-ever “Moonlight Mayhem” Outdoor Wrestling Tournament on Saturday, June 20.    Appearing on COMMUNITY CONNECTION, event chair Cory Snelson and Bartlesville Hig ... read more »

Tulsa Residents Charged With Child Neglect

Jun 17, 2026

Two Tulsa residents are facing multiple felony charges in Washington County after allegedly stealing over $1,000 at a Bartlesville Ulta Beauty. 23-year-old Gabriel Luis was charged on Wednesday with two counts of child neglect, grand larceny and possession of a firearm as an illegal alien. Ad ... read more »

Sand Springs Man Facing Multiple Felony Charges

Jun 17, 2026

An Osage County Sheriff's Office press release states a Sand Springs man is being charged with multiple felonies after deputies responded to a domestic disturbance call on Monday evening.   Through an investigation, deputies learned Byron Synar had allegedly been drinking alcohol ... read more »

Bartlesville Man Facing Burglary Charge

Jun 17, 2026

A Bartlesville man is facing felony charges after allegedly entering someone's property and stealing copper.   42-year-old Dusty Reagan was charged on Wednesday with entering with intent to steal copper, possession of stolen copper, second-degree burglary and a misdemeanor charge ... read more »

Convicted Sex Offender Facing Additional Felony

Jun 17, 2026

A convicted sex offender residing in Washington County is facing an additional felony charge.   48-year-old Charles Hobson, of Bartlesville, was charged on Wednesday for failing to register as a sex offender.   According to the Bartlesville Police Department, Hobson was ... read more »

Bartlesville Man Charged With Bail Jumping

Jun 17, 2026

A Bartlesville man is facing a felony charge after allegedly failing to appear for a court date after posting a bond.   69-year-old Dale Stark was charged on Wednesday with bail jumping.   According to the Washington County District Attorney's Office, Stark posted a ... read more »

Ben Johnson Days this Weekend at Osage Fairgrounds

Jun 17, 2026

Ben Johnson Days is a four day event running through Sunday at the Osage County Fairgrounds in Pawhuska featuring rodeos, a trade show, concert and much more.   Event Organizer Cody Garnett says because of all the activities they had to add an extra day to the event for the first tim ... read more »

Bartlesville Woman Charged With Trafficking Drugs

Jun 17, 2026

A Bartlesville woman is facing multiple felony charges after allegedly being in possession of nearly seven pounds of methamphetamine.   65-year-old Deborah Lynds was charged on Wednesday with aggravated trafficking in illegal drugs and three counts of possessing a firearm during the ... read more »

Lahmeyer Drops Out of GOP Race Amid Scandal, Loss of Trump Endorsement

Jun 17, 2026

Republican congressional candidate Jackson Lahmeyer announced Wednesday that he is suspending his campaign for Oklahoma’s 1st Congressional District, ending his bid just a day after advancing to a GOP runoff.   The move comes after controversy surrounding reports of inappropria ... read more »

CityRide to be Closed for Training Monday

Jun 17, 2026

The City of Bartlesville's public transit system, CityRide, will be closed on Monday for in-service training. This is an annual training staff members must go through.    CityRide is normally operated from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday with limited service on Sat ... read more »

Incumbents Come Out on Top in Washington County, State House Races

Jun 16, 2026

It was a good election night for incumbents across the area, as State Rep. John B. Kane will be returning to the state capital representing District 11, Republican State Rep. Judd Strom advances to the general election and Washington County Assessor Steve Campbell held off a challenge. ... read more »

BPSF State of the Schools Set for August 5

Jun 17, 2026

Summer has just started, but The Bartlesville Publc Schools Foundation is preparing for The State of the Schools event coming up on August 5th.   Appearing on COMMUNITY CONNECTION, achel Miller with the foundation said, "We are super excited. State of the schools, August 5th. It ... read more »

Bartlesville Public Schools Job Fair July 7

Jun 17, 2026

Looking for a job? Bartlesville Public Schools us hiring. Appearing on COMMUNITY CONNECTION, incoming Superintendent of Bartlesville Public Schools La Donna Chancellor said the district is holding a Job Fair onTuesday, July 7, from 4pm-5:30pm at the Bartlesville High School Commons.   ... read more »

Stage Art to Host Cartwheels and Cupcakes Event

Jun 17, 2026

Young dancers will have a chance to flip, spin, and satisfy their sweet tooth during Stage Art's Cartwheels and Cupcakes event on Thursday, June 18. The event runs from 5 to 7 p.m. and is designed to introduce children to cartwheel fundamentals while building confidence through movement and f ... read more »