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University of Oklahoma Holding Native Nations Day

Sep 26, 2024

All Native American seniors are welcome to Native Nations Day at the University of Oklahoma on Monday, Oct. 21. Students will have the ability to connect with campus resources and people who would help further their college career. For any Osage Nation or JOM student, transportation will be p ... read more »

Convoy of Hope is Saturday in Bartlesville

Sep 27, 2024

Convoy of Hope is teaming up with local businesses, churches, government organizations, and nonprofits to bring kindness and support to Bartlesville residents. On Saturday, September 28, Convoy of Hope will host a free event at Johnstone Park, starting at 10 a.m. ... read more »

Bartlesville Woman Accused of Indecent Exposure at Grocery Store

Sep 26, 2024

A Bartlesville woman was in Washington County District Court on Thursday after allegedly exposing herself at a Bartlesville grocery store on Wednesday. 25-year-old Diana Gayton faces larceny shoplifting and indecent exposure misdemeanor charges after she allegedly exposed her top to employees at ... read more »

Oklahoma’s International Bluegrass Festival 2024: A Celebration of Music, Tradition, and Community

Sep 27, 2024

The Oklahoma International Bluegrass Festival (OIBF) returns to Guthrie, Oklahoma, from October 10-12, 2024, promising a weekend filled with live performances, workshops, and family-friendly activities that celebrate bluegrass music. Founded by the legendary Byron Berline, a three-time national f ... read more »

Barndall Receives $2.5M Federal Grant for Waxhoma Lake Dam

Sep 26, 2024

U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo announced this week the Department’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) is awarding a $2.5 million grant to the city of Barnsdall, for infrastructure improvements to support business development in the region.   This grant will re ... read more »

City of Caney Under a Boil Water Order

Sep 26, 2024

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has issued a boil water advisory for the city of Caney's public water supply system, however city officials have issued a mandatory boil order. According to city officials, an electrical issue during the overnight hours Wednesday caused no a ... read more »

Upcoming Events for Republicans and Conservatives in Washington County

Sep 26, 2024

Monthly Meeting on October 1 The Republican and Other Conservatives of Washington County (ROCWC) invite all members and interested individuals to their monthly meeting on Tuesday, October 1, from 6:30 PM to 7:45 PM. The gathering will take place at Crossing 2nd in Bartlesville and f ... read more »

Bridge North of Caney to be Replaced

Sep 25, 2024

A bridge on U.S. 75 north of Caney, Kan., will soon be replaced. The Kansas Department of Transportation expects to begin a project to replace the Cheyenne Creek Bridge one mile north of the U.S. 166 and U.S. 75 junction at Caney. Work is expected to start on Monday, Oct. 7. The bridge w ... read more »

Gov. Stitt Recovers from Heart Blockage

Sep 25, 2024

Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt says he has returned to work following heart surgery to clear a blocked artery. The Republican governor said in a statement Wednesday that he received a stent last week at Oklahoma Heart Hospital South. His spokesperson Abegail Cave said in a statement that the block ... read more »

Delaware Tribe, Osage Nation Receive Justice Grants

Sep 25, 2024

The Delaware Tribe of Indians and the Osage Nation have both received grants to assist with decreasing domestic violence and to help victims of crime. The grants are from the U.S. Department of Justice for the Northern District of Oklahoma. The Delaware Tribe received more than $280,000 to he ... read more »

Lankford Speaks in Opposition of Abortion Resolution

Sep 25, 2024

Oklahoma Senator James Lankford took to the floor on Tuesday and spoke out in opposition of the democrats attempting to force an abortion vote through the Senate. Lankford believed the resolution says the Senate doesn't care about life saving care for women and that doctor's can face crim ... read more »

Dewey High School Graduation to be held at Bulldogger Stadium

Sep 25, 2024

Dewey Public Schools announced earlier this week that because of the anticipated remodel of their the interior of their gym in  May 2025, the facility will not be available for indoor graduation ceremonies.    The School District said in a statement via social media that gr ... read more »

Employee of the Month Announced in Bartlesville

Sep 25, 2024

A Street Maintenance Worker for the City of Bartlesville has been selected for this month’s Employee of the Month, after helping a co-worker who needed some assistance.   Blake Baughman was selected for the honor by the Employee Advisory Committee, but it was his co-worker Ray ... read more »

Water Woes Continue in Copan

Sep 25, 2024

The town of Copan is reportedly having issues with their water supply Wednesday, causing concern at Copan Public Schools. A message from the school district says water is turned off as of Wednesday morning, but work continues at the Copan Water Plant. The school district initially said they m ... read more »

Nowata 5K Run coming up in October

Sep 25, 2024

  The Nowata 5K & Fun Run is coming up on Oct 12 and will be in Downtown Nowata at the Highway 169 & Maple Intersection.   The in-person 5k begins at 8:30 A.M with the in-person 1k at 8 a.m. Race day registration and packet pickup starts at 7:50 a.m. Participants can ... read more »