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Bartlesville National Day of Prayer Thursday, May 7
May 04, 2026
The annual local prayer event for the National Day of Prayer will be Thursday, May 7, at KLIFE, 305 E. 18th Street in Bartlesville.
Appearing on COMMUNITY CONNECTION by phone, local co-chair Deborah Cook said, "Praise and Worship starts at 6:30pm and Prayer Time at 7pm." She ... read more »
OSU Extension Celebrating 12 Years
May 04, 2026
Monday was an opportunity for Osage County residents to learn more about agriculture at the OSU Extension Office at the fairgrounds in Pawhuska. They hosted an open house featuring pamphlets on different programs they offered. All 77 counties have an extension office and this is the 112th year of ... read more »
Medicine and Biosciences Instructor Named ACTE Region IV New Teacher of the Year
May 04, 2026
Tri County Tech Medicine and Biosciences Instructor Casey Woods has been named the Association for Career and Technical Education Region IV New Teacher of the Year, a prestigious honor recognizing outstanding early-career educators across a multi-state region.
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Washington Co. District 1 Continues Weed Mitigation Program
May 04, 2026
Washington County District 1 Commissioner Mitch Antle says the county is addressing public concerns about roadside herbicide use, including safety and environmental standards.
In a statement, Antle said the district uses an Integrated Vegetation Management Plan combining mechanical metho ... read more »
Congress to Thank Public Service Workers
May 04, 2026
James Lankford and John Fetterman have introduced a resolution to honor government workers during Public Service Recognition Week. The measure praises federal, state, and local employees, as well as uniformed service members for basically keeping the country from collapsing into a pile of unanswe ... read more »
Arvest Bank's Million Meals Campaign Continues to Raise Funds to Beat Hunger
May 04, 2026
Arvest Bank and their food partners are in the 16th year of the Million Meals campaign, which is dedicated to raising awareness and essential funds for local food banks and pantries. With your help, Arvest will continue the fight against hunger.
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Dewey City Council to Meet Tonight
May 04, 2026
The Dewey City Council will hold its regular meeting on Monday, May 4, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in the council chambers at Dewey City Hall, 411 E. Don Tyler. The agenda includes the oath of office for newly elected officials and recognition of outgoing Mayor Tom Hays. Council members will also consider ... read more »
Patriot Night of Scholars and Champions May 5th
May 04, 2026
The Patriot Auto 2026 Night of Scholars and Champions banquet powered by Truity Credit Union and Bartlesville Radio will be held at Oklahoma Wesleyan University Mueller Sports Center on Tuesday, May 5, at 6pm, us as we honor academic excellence and achievement within our community.
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Mom Moments Sweepstakes: Monday's Daily Winner
May 04, 2026
This Mother’s Day, we’re celebrating the women who shaped us… one story at a time.
We want to hear your fondest memory of your Mom—the moment that still makes you smile, laugh, or maybe even tear up a little. Was it something she said… something she ... read more »
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Replica Arrives in Bartlesville May 5th
May 04, 2026
"The Wall That Heals," a 53-foot tractor-trailer carrying a 141-panel replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial arrives in Bartlesville Tuesday, May 5, at Lee Lake.
Appearing on COMMUNITY CONNECTION, Peter King and Tammy Widener with the Phillips 66 Veterans Employee Netwo ... read more »
Garage Fire Contained at Bartlesville Home
May 04, 2026
Firefighters in Bartlesville responded to a residential fire just before 7:30 a.m. on Sunday after reports of smoke inside a home.
According to Bartlesville Professional Fi ... read more »
Highway 20 Between Hominy, Skiatook Reduced to One Lane
May 01, 2026
A major headache is developing for drivers on State Highway 20 between Hominy and Skiatook in Osage County.
The Oklahoma Department of Transportation says the highway will be down to only one lane beginning Monday and lasting every day through May. ODOT says the traffic tie-up will allow for ... read more »
OKWU Senior Class Graduates
May 01, 2026
Oklahoma Wesleyan University held its graduation ceremony on Friday afternoon. Dr. Jim Dunn gave remarks and the keynote speaker was Dr. Mark Weeter, who is retiring from OKWU after teaching for more than 40 years at the school. Weeter gave this advice to students.
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Washington Co. Commissioners to Tour Jail Monday
May 01, 2026
The Washington County Commissioners are going to jail, but not for anything nefarious or illegal.
The commissioners will conduct their annual inspection tour of the Washington County Correctional Facility on Monday morning. Oklahoma law requires county commissioners to inspect jails at least ... read more »
DNA Evidence Links Dewey Man to Another Burglary
May 01, 2026
A Dewey man with extensive theft and burglary convictions has allegedly been linked to another burglary by DNA evidence.
35-year-old Jerry Posey, who has been in the Washington County jail since early February, was charged Friday in another second-degree burglary felony case.
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