A petition was circulated and that petition received enough signatures to force a vote on the way Pawhuska residents vote for council members. Currently, there are four wards and one at large seat, but everyone in the city can vote in each election regardless of what ward you live in.  & ... read more »

Oct. 24 is the last day to apply for voter registration in order to be eligible to vote in the Nov. 18 Special Dewey School Election, Washington County Election Board Secretary Yvonne House said. House says persons who are U.S. citizens, residents of Oklahoma and at least 17 ½ years ol ... read more »

The Washington County Commissioners approved an amendment Monday to a lease-purchase agreement for a vital piece of equipment after a dealer mistakenly left off the cost of a rotor head attachment.   District 2 Commissioner Corey Shivel says the bank received the invoice, but it was ... read more »

The Bartlesville Symphony Orchestra is kicking off its 2025–2026 season with a vibrant celebration titled “Ready, Set, POPS!” on Saturday, October 18, at 7:30 p.m. inside the Bartlesville Community Center. Under the direction of Maestro Lauren, the season opener promises a livel ... read more »

As Christmas approaches, the Cherokee Nation is doing what it can to ensure that all children within the Cherokee Nation have a memorable holiday. Applications are open for the Cherokee Nation Angel Project through Thursday, October 30. For questions or to apply, you can visit the Cherokee Nation ... read more »

Negotiations between the City of Bartlesville and the International Association of Fire Fighters Local 200 for a 2025-26 Fiscal Year contract continues and my go to arbitation.    Appearing on KWON's CITY MATTERS program on Monday, Bartlesville city manager Mike Bailey said ... read more »

In lieu of the Columbus Day Holiday, the Board of Osage County Commissioners are meeting on Tuesday. During the meeting, the Board will get an update from Osage County Tourism Director Mary Beth Moore. There will also be discussion to sign a REAP grant application for road improvements in dis ... read more »

Celebrate Giving is a community service event presented by the Kiwanis Club of Bartlesville to promote and reward non-profit organizations for the vital services they provide.   Appearing on COMMUNITY CONNECTION, Karen Wilson with Kiwanis Club of Bartlesville said, This year's Ce ... read more »

The Nowata County Commissioners met for a regularly scheduled meeting on Monday morning at the Nowata County Annex.   The board approved a resolution to make Guy Engineering the responsible party for bridge inspections in the county.   The board also approved resolutions ... read more »

Emergency personnel responded to an apparent ammonia leak over the weekend at the Coffeyville Resources nitrogen plant in Kansas. The incident was reported Saturday just after 4 p.m. According to initial reports, at least 15 people were exposed and are receiving medical attention. Sirens soun ... read more »

A Bartlesville woman sustained minor injuries in a Friday crash south of Sedan, Kan. The collision occurred just after 6 p.m. Friday at the intersection of U.S. Highway 166 and State Highway 99. According to reports, 20-year-old Crystal Gilmore of Sedan was stopped at the intersection. When s ... read more »

A Barnsdall man is facing criminal charges after allegedly possessing methamphetamine. 42-year-old Waylon Wall was charged on Friday with possession of a controlled dangerous substance (CDS) and unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia. According to the Bartlesville Police Department, on ... read more »

A Bartlesville man is facing felony charges after allegedly stealing a car and a radio. 18-year-old Dusty Hodge, Jr. was charged on Friday with larceny of an automobile, possession of a stolen vehicle and larceny of merchandise from a retailer, a misdemeanor. According to the Bartlesville ... read more »

The Washington County Commissioners have a fairly standard agenda for their Monday morning meeting.   According to the agenda, the commissioners will discuss and take possible action on a REAP grant application for the Oglesby Volunteer Fire Department and possibly sign a contract fo ... read more »

A Bartlesville woman is facing criminal charges after allegedly assaulting someone. 40-year-old Ashley Riley was charged on Friday with assault and battery. According to the Bartlesville Police Department, on May 27, Riley and another suspect, allegedly identified as Thomas Stratton, alle ... read more »