After a lengthy investigation and several continuations, a Hominy man has been found guilty on first degree rape charges. An Osage County jury found Gideon Goodeagle guilty of the charges on Tuesday and recommended a life in prison sentence. Formal sentencing will take place next month.   ... read more »

Jane Phillips Medical Center President Tanner Holt has joined Arvest Bank's board of directors for the Bartlesville region.   “We are thrilled to welcome Tanner to our board,” said David Nickel, president of Arvest Bank – Bartlesville Region. “Tanner's ... read more »

LeeAnn Pressler, who teaches special education at Central Middle School, has been named a finalist for the 2026 Oklahoma Teacher of the Year.   On Wednesday, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Lindel Fields announced 10 finalists from across the state who demonstrate excellen ... read more »

A former worship minister for a Bartlesville church is accused of embezzling more than $41,000 in church funds and using a security camera system to observe private meetings.   44-year-old Ryan Jacob Cruse was arrested late last week and appeared in Washington County District Court o ... read more »

The Pawhuska Chamber of Commerce hosted the first lunch and learn series of 2026 and Bluesky Bank was the presenting sponsor. Managing Director of Treasury Management, Jessie Marksberry touched on many subjects geared toward businesses. These included check fraud, identity protection and common s ... read more »