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Storm Cleanup Underway Across Washington County After Severe Storms

Jul 05, 2026

Strong storms that moved through our area Saturday night caused widespread damage across Washington County, leaving more than 10,000 residents without electricity and forcing road closures due to downed power lines. According to Washington County Emergency Management, utility crews are workin ... read more »

Power Lines Close Portion of Bison Road

Jul 05, 2026

Heavy rains and high winds on Saturday night have forced a portion of Bison Road to be closed in Bartlesville. Approximately 30 utility trucks are replacing power lines south of Nowata Road.  ... read more »

Fourth of July Interrupted With Soaking Rain

Jul 04, 2026

Saturday evening's Independence Day celebration was impeded after heavy rainfall and high winds moved through the area. There were reports of a vehicle colliding with a light pole and several tree limbs down in the roadway.  Bartlesville's Freedom Fest was canceled and they are a ... read more »

Barnsdall Under Temporary Boil Order

Jul 03, 2026

The town of Barnsdall is under a temporary boil order. This comes after repairs were completed at the water treatment plant. The water system is now being cleaned and restored to normal operations.   It is recommended that those living within Barnsdall city limits boil order for drin ... read more »

Bartlesville City Council to Meet Monday

Jul 03, 2026

The Bartlesville City Council is slated to meet for its monthly meeting on Monday evening at city hall.    Bartlesville Fire Chief H.C. Call will give a presentation on the Blue Whale Materials fire incident that happened in April. This presentation hopes to give answers as to w ... read more »

Osage Co Commissioners to Meet Monday

Jul 03, 2026

The Board of Osage County Commissioners will convene for a regularly scheduled meeting at the fairgrounds on Monday morning. This will be the first meeting for newly sworn in county commissioner for district three, Chad Ray.    During the meeting, there will be consideration to ... read more »