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Dewey's Bailey Ostrosky Named ConocoPhillips STEM Student of the Month
Jan 15, 2026
Dewey High School senior Bailey Ostrosky has been named the ConocoPhillips STEM Student of the Month for December.
Bailey has taken advanced science courses throughout high school, beginning biology early and moving into chemistry and higher-level classes ahead of schedule. Her int ... read more »
Charles McCall for Governor
Jan 16, 2026
Appearing on COMMUNITY CONNECTION on Friday, Oklahoma State Rep. John B. Kane (R) introduced former Speaker of the House and GOP Oklahoma gubernatorial candidate Charles McCall to the audience.
McCall is a fifth generation Oklahoman. He said, "Our families always lived i ... read more »
Bartlesville School Board to Hear Superintendent Transition Update Monday
Jan 16, 2026
The Bartlesville Public Schools Board of Education will meet Monday evening for what appears to be a fairly brief agenda.
All business items are under consent, which means the board can approve or deny all action items with one single vote instead of voting on each item individually. A board ... read more »
Washington Co. Commissioners to Meet Tuesday
Jan 16, 2026
The Washington County Commissioners will meet Tuesday morning with several items of business instead of the normal Monday meeting due to Martin Luther King, Jr., Day holiday.
According to an agenda, the commissioners will discuss a utility relocation payment for the Saunders Creek bridge proj ... read more »
Get Real Ministries Monthly Jesus Burger is Saturday at Noon
Jan 16, 2026
Get Real Ministries is having Jesus Burger this Saturday at noon as they do each 3rd Saturday of the month at 411 w 14th Street in Bartlesville.
Pastors Rando and Shiloh Gamble appeared on COMMUNITY CONNECTION of Friday to invite everyone to come and be fed spirituality and physica ... read more »
Finance Class Offered for Local Juniors
Jan 16, 2026
Young Scholars of Bartlesville, in partnership with Truity Credit Union, will offer its popular Finance for Your Future class to local 11th-grade students for the first time later this month.
The session is scheduled for January 20 from 4 to 5 p.m. and will focus on teaching practical money m ... read more »
Collinsville Man Killed in Thursday Morning Wreck
Jan 15, 2026
A Collinsville man was killed Thursday morning following a collision on Highway 169 in Rogers County.
The Oklahoma Highway Patrol says 26-year-old Matthew Downing died after rear-ending a semi-truck just after 10 a.m. Troopers say both vehicles were traveling northbound on Highway 169 just so ... read more »
Oklahoma Union's Lauryn Jackson Named December Patriot Auto Student of the Month
Jan 15, 2026
Oklahoma Union High School senior Lauryn Jackson has been named a Patriot Auto Student of the Month for December, powered by Truity Credit Union and Bartlesville Radio.
Lauryn is heavily involved in a wide range of activities, serving as president of the National Honor Society whil ... read more »
Bartlesville's Jackson Miller Named Patriot Auto December Student of the Month
Jan 15, 2026
Bartlesville High School senior Jackson Miller has been named a Patriot Auto Student of the Month for December, powered by Truity Credit Union and Bartlesville Radio.
Jackson is active in a wide range of extracurricular activities, balancing athletics, fine arts and community servi ... read more »
Bartlesville's City Ride Seeking Input on Future of Public Transportation
Jan 15, 2026
Bartlesville's City Ride is seeking input on the future of public transportation.
City Ride is operated by Cimarron Public Transit on behalf of the city. The organization operates public transportation services for multiple communities in Creek, Kay, Osage, Pawnee and Washingto ... read more »
Daniels Files Bill to Eliminate Term 'West Bank' in State Government Materials
Jan 15, 2026
Senate Majority Floor Leader Julie Daniels, R-Bartlesville, filed legislation Thursday that requires state agencies to use the name of “Judea and Samaria” instead of the term “West Bank” in official government materials.
“I introduced Senate Bill 2153 to correct ... read more »
Bartlesville Man Charged With Possession of CDS
Jan 15, 2026
A Bartlesville man with a pending felony charge is facing additional criminal charges.
30-year-old Michael McGinnis was charged on Thursday with possession of a controlled dangerous substance (CDS).
According to the Bartlesville Police Department, authorities perform ... read more »
Bartlesville Man Convicted of Conspiracy
Jan 15, 2026
A Bartlesville man pleaded guilty in Washington County District Court after conspiring to rob someone on Dec. 21, 2024.
34-year-old Adam Martin was convicted of first-degree burglary, attempted robbery with a dangerous weapon, feloniously pointing a firearm, conspiracy and threaten ... read more »
Absentee Ballot Deadline Approaching
Jan 15, 2026
The deadline is approaching to request an absentee ballot in Osage County if you want to be able to vote in an upcoming February election. In order to vote in the Tuesday, February 10 State Representative District 35, City of Pawhuska at-large and the Caney Valley Special election, you must reque ... read more »
Nowata Schools Breaks Ground at Athletic Facilities
Jan 15, 2026
Nowata Public Schools broke ground on a new practice facility and dressing room on Thursday morning.
The project is part of a $16.8 million bond that was passed by voters on April 1.
Superintendent Mindy Englett discussed the benefits of the new practice facility.
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