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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 »