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Cookies on Tap

Aug 06, 2026

Let's be honest, we've all stress-eaten an entire sleeve of Thin Mints after a long day, but have you ever tried washing them down with a craft IPA? The Girl Scouts of Eastern Oklahoma are officially stepping up their fundraising game by hosting "The Great Cookie Pairing" today, ... read more »

Skiatook Woman Indicted by Grand Jury

Aug 06, 2026

United States Attorney Clint Johnson has announced the results of the August Federal Grand Jury 2026-A Indictments.   Heatherlee Jade Smith ,34, of Skiatook has been charged with with fraudulently directing at least $237,559.06 in payments from a law firm’s client to accounts s ... read more »

Sweat Now, Sno Cones Later

Aug 06, 2026

Parents, it’s that magical time of year again: the kids are heading back to school, and you need a socially acceptable way to burn off your summer stress before rewarding yourself with pure sugar. Enter the Delaware Tribe of Indians’ Back to School Bash 5K and Fun Run/Walk, kicking of ... read more »

13 Candidates File for 5 Bartlesville City Council Seats

Aug 05, 2026

Thirteen candidates have filed for seats on the Bartlesville City Council on the final day of candidacy declaration, with competitive races in each of the five Wards.   In Ward 1, incumbent Tim Sherrick will face challenger Michael Colaw.   In Ward 2, David Austin and Ca ... read more »

Cherokee Nation Reviews Data Center Policy Following Task Force Report

Aug 05, 2026

The Cherokee Nation has completed a task force report examining the potential impacts of hyperscale data centers across the tribe's reservation and will prohibit the projects on tribally owned and trust lands while requiring extensive consultation before supporting development elsewhere withi ... read more »

Osage Nation Offices Closing in Wake of State of Emergency

Aug 05, 2026

In the wake of Osage Nation Principal Chief Joe Tillman declaring a state of emergency due to projected revenue shortfalls on Tuesday night, it was announced on Wednesday morning that the Osage Nation private school will be closing.    A press release on the Osage Nation website ... read more »

Gov. Stitt Names Lindel Fields as Secretary of Education

Aug 05, 2026

Gov. Kevin Stitt on Wednesday appointed State Superintendent of Public Instruction Lindel Fields to also serve as Oklahoma's secretary of education, giving him the state's two top education leadership posts.   Fields will remain state superintendent while assuming the additio ... read more »

Washington County Man Charged With Eluding Police

Aug 05, 2026

A Washington County man is facing felony charges of attempting to elude a police officer on Friday, July 24. It is alleged Colton Dean reached speeds upwards of 111 miles per hour before his car became stuck in a ditch in the southern part of the county.    The Oklahoma Highway ... read more »

Chancellor Talks Bonds, Growth, Chromebooks at State of the Schools Luncheon

Aug 05, 2026

Bartlesville Public Schools is asking voters to approve a $40.5 million bond package later this month while continuing to expand career and fine arts programs and making a significant change to classroom technology.   CLICK HERE FOR THE AUDIO VERSION OF THIS STORY   Duri ... read more »

OKM Music Announces Family Funtastic Oktoberfest in Downtown Bartlesville

Aug 05, 2026

OKM Music will bring its Family Funtastic Oktoberfest to downtown Bartlesville Saturday, Oct. 3, from 4 to 9 p.m., offering an evening of music, food, entertainment and activities for all ages. Appearing on COMMUNITY CONNECTION, Mary Lynn Mihm with OKM said, "The festival will feature li ... read more »

New Story Brewing Teams Up With Sutton Avian Center for 'Wild Brew' Kickoff Events

Aug 05, 2026

New Story Brewing is once again teaming up with Bartlesville’s Sutton Avian Research Center to serve as the official brewer for Wild Brew 2026, the nonprofit's annual fundraiser supporting bird conservation, scientific research and environmental education. The partnership will debut ... read more »

Precautionary Boil Order Lifted in Barnsdall

Aug 05, 2026

The precautionary boil order that was put in place for Barnsdall residents has been lifted. The town first went under the precautionary boil order in early July when upgrades were made to the water plant leaving sludge in the lines.    On Wednesday morning, the City of Barnsdall ... read more »

Pawhuska City Hall Short on Staff, Closing for Lunch

Aug 05, 2026

Pawhuska City Hall will be closed from noon to 1 p.m. due to staff shortages for the remainder of the week. The City of Pawhuska Facebook page apologizes for any inconviences.  ... read more »

Phillips 66 Reports Strong Second-Quarter Results

Aug 05, 2026

Phillips 66 reported strong second-quarter results, with the company earning $3.8 billion and adjusted earnings of $3.8 billion, or $9.41 per share.   The company reduced total debt by $6.6 billion to $20.6 billion and distributed $887 million to shareholders through dividends and st ... read more »

Osage Nation Principal Chief Issues State of Emergency

Aug 05, 2026

Osage Nation Principal Chief Joe Tillman has issued an executive order declaring a state of emergency. This comes due to shortfalls with projected revenue in the 2026-2027 fiscal year and constraints in the budget.   A post on the Osage Nation Facebook page says this is effective imm ... read more »