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OCSO Releases Crime Stats for September
Oct 13, 2025
The Osage County Sheriff's Office has released their service call log and crime report stats sheet for September. In total, there were 7,061 calls for service and of that 978 of them were calls to 911.
In September, 81 arrests were made and 261 inmates were housed at the ... read more »
Bartlesville Man Charged With Stalking
Oct 13, 2025
A Bartlesville man is facing a felony charge after allegedly threatening and following someone.
55-year-old Esteban Hererra III was charged on Monday with stalking.
According to the Bartlesville Police Department, Hererra III allegedly sent threatening voice messages to the victim, and wo ... read more »
ODOT Announces Winners of Statewide Snowplow Naming Contest
Oct 13, 2025
After nearly 400 creative name submissions and more than 2,100 votes cast statewide, the Oklahoma Department of Transportation is proud to announce the winners of its Snowplow Naming Contest.
From “Clearopathra” to “Snowbi Won Kenobi,” students across Oklahoma put ... read more »
Pawhuska Holding City Council Meeting Tuesday
Oct 13, 2025
A city council meeting is scheduled in Pawhuska on Tuesday evening a the community center. At that meeting, City Manager Carol Jones is expected to give an update following the findings of the 2024 fiscal year audit. The council will also be given more information regarding the structural issues ... read more »
Vote to Change Ward System Taking Place in Pawhuska
Oct 13, 2025
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.
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Voter Registration Deadline Approaches for Dewey Schools Election
Oct 13, 2025
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 »
Washington Co. Commissioners Approve Amended Lease-Purchase Agreement
Oct 13, 2025
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 »
Bartlesville Symphony Orchestra Opens Season on Saturday
Oct 13, 2025
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 »
Cherokee Nation Angel Project Applications Open
Oct 13, 2025
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 »
Bartlesville Fire Union Negotitaions Update
Oct 13, 2025
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 »
Osage Co Commissioners Meeting Taking Place Tuesday
Oct 13, 2025
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 – Spotlight on the Stars!
Oct 13, 2025
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 »
Nowata Co. Commissioners Discuss Tower Maintenance
Oct 13, 2025
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 »
Officials Respond to Weekend Ammonia Leak in Coffeyville
Oct 13, 2025
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 »
Bartlesville Woman Injured in Friday Crash Near Sedan, Kan.
Oct 13, 2025
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 »