James Lankford made the rounds on Fox News Sunday this weekend, defending President Donald Trump and his ongoing pressure campaign against Iran while also taking aim at Democrats over border security funding. Lankford said Iran is “trying to string us along,” but added Trump has no in ... read more »

The Bartlesville Public Schools Board of Education has called a special meeting for Monday afternoon to discuss a resolution for an Aug. 25 bond election, reorganize board leadership and potentially accept the resignation of a board member.   Following months of study on school distr ... read more »

OKM Music has adjusted the schedule and venue setup for Saturday's Yacht Rock Orchestrated concert at Post Oak Lodge due to the threat of evening thunderstorms and wet ground conditions. Based on recommendations from meteorologists and current weather forecasts, organizers announced the c ... read more »

The Washington County Correctional Facility is expanding educational and vocational opportunities for inmates through a partnership with the Ignite program, an initiative supported by the National Sheriffs' Association.   Washington County Undersheriff Jon Copeland says the progr ... read more »

Candidates seeking election to fill unexpired terms for three Town of Ochelata offices may file for candidacy June 15-17, according to the Washington County Election Board.   Positions on the ballot include unexpired terms for town treasurer, town clerk and trustee. The filing period ... read more »

A Bartlesville man was seen in Washington County Court on Friday after allegedly stealing items on several occasions from August 2025 to April 2026. Ethan Matheny is facing felony charges of second and third degree burglary, being in possession of stolen property and a pattern of criminal offense ... read more »

Hydrant flushing will begin in Pawhuska on Monday, June 22. It is expected this should only take a few weeks to complete, but during that time discoloration of water is possible.   Yearly fire hydrant flushing is necessary to get pressure measurements and document other needed condit ... read more »

Cherokee Nation citizens and community members in South Coffeyville will have a new opportunity this summer to learn the Cherokee language through a free weekly course aimed at expanding language preservation efforts beyond the tribe’s capital and major population centers.   Be ... read more »

Bartlesville Education Promise has received a $4,000 grant from the Arvest Foundation to help expand resources and support programs aimed at improving educational outcomes for local students.   The grant was presented by Arvest representatives Suzanne Duhon, a wealth management clien ... read more »