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Two Suspects Allegedly Involved in Theft in Rural Osage Co.

Apr 29, 2026

The Osage County Sheriff's Office reports cameras have captured two individuals believed to be involved in a series of thefts at oilfields in southern Osage County. A Facebook post from the Osage County Sheriff's Office believes the thefts are occurring between Prue and Hominy on County R ... read more »

Marijuana Grow Facility Near Dewey Searched by Authorities

Apr 29, 2026

The Washington County Sheriff's Office assisted the Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics with an operation Wednesday morning at a marijuana grow facility on County Road 1400, just north of Dewey.   Undersheriff Jon Copeland says the operation occurred around 8 a.m.   "O ... read more »

OKM Music Festival Celebrates 42nd Year with Americana Tribute Along Route 66

Apr 29, 2026

The 42nd Annual OKM Music Festival returns June 5–7, 2026, for an extraordinary Americana celebration. Appearing on COMMUNITY CONNECTION, OKM's Mary Lynn Mihm said "This year's festival is set against the backdrop of historic Oklahoma landmarks and the iconic Route 6 ... read more »

Washington Co. Master Gardeners at the Bartlesville Farmers Market

Apr 29, 2026

The Washington Co. Master Gardeners will be at the Bartlesville Farmers Market Saturday, May 2, 8am - 12pm to help you with your gardening questions and more.   Appearing on COMMUNITY CONNECTION, Washington Co. Master Gardeners Susan Henning and Patti Linden invited everyone to stop ... read more »

Bartlesville Chamber of Commerce: Lunch with the Governor

Apr 29, 2026

The Bartlesville Chamber of Commerce invites you to Lunch with the Governor on Wednesday, May 29, 11am at Tri County Tech, presented by Stride Bank.   Appearing on COMMUNITY CONNECTION, Bartlesville Chamber of Commerce CEO Tressa Cruse announced this special opportunity to hear from ... read more »

Podcast: Rep. Josh Brecheen

Apr 29, 2026

U.S. Rep. Josh Brecheen (R–OK) called into our Bartlesville Radio Studios for his monthly podcast with us. Brecheen said he was grateful no lives were lost after the recent security incident at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner. He also expressed hope that economic pressure will ... read more »

Pioneer Day in Nowata Set for June 6

Apr 28, 2026

Pioneer Day in Nowata will be June 6 from 12 to 9 p.m. along Main St. in downtown Nowata.   Festivities for the event include a vintage car show, a street dance with live music, and food trucks and vendors will be available.    Click here for the vendor application. ... read more »

Bartlesville Pools to be Opened Memorial Day Weekend

Apr 28, 2026

With highs struggling to reach 70 degrees this week, it might not feel like pool weather, but the City of Bartlesville has announced city-owned pools will open Saturday, May 23. Public Works Director Keith Henry says they will open the splash pads at Johnstone Park, The Center and Sooner Pool whe ... read more »

Lawmakers Trying to Protect Oklahomans From Data Centers

Apr 28, 2026

Legislation was passed through the Oklahoma Senate on Tuesday that would protect Oklahomans from higher utility costs as more data centers continue to pop up across the state. This would add more transparency requirements and community input for companies wishing to install a data center.  ... read more »

Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive Set for May 9

Apr 28, 2026

The 33rd annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive will take place Saturday, May 9, 2026, marking the nation’s largest one-day food collection effort. Residents can participate by placing non-perishable food items—such as canned good ... read more »

League of Women Voters Author Tour: How to Raise a Citizen with Lindsay Cormack

Apr 28, 2026

The Bartlesville Public Library, in partnership with the League of Women Voters, will host a special author event featuring Dr. Lindsay Cormack, Associate Professor of Political Science at the Stevens Institute of Technology,  on Saturday, May 2, at 10:00 AM.   Dr. Cormack will ... read more »

McCord Man Allegedly Barricades Himself in Home

Apr 28, 2026

Osage County deputies investigated a report of a burglary in the McCord area on Sunday. At that same residence, deputies were notified of a burglary in progress, which turned into Patrick Longacre barricading himself inside the residence. Longacre was also armed.   An Osage County Sh ... read more »

Vietnam Veterans Memorial Replica to Arrive in Bartlesville May 5th

Apr 28, 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 Emp ... read more »

Equipment Trailer Stolen from Josey Scott’s Band

Apr 28, 2026

Josey Scott, the original voice of Saliva and a collaborator with Chad Kroeger on the hit song “Hero,” is asking for the public’s help after his band’s trailer containing equipment was stolen early this morning. The trailer reportedly held gear essential to the band’ ... read more »

More School, More Success (Or So We’ll See)

Apr 28, 2026

The Oklahoma Senate has approved House Bill 3151, a measure that bumps up the minimum number of school days from 166 to 173. Spearheaded by Senate Pro Tem Lonnie Paxton of Tuttle and carried in the House by Tulsa Representative Rob Hall, the bill cruised through the Senate on a 30-to-17 vote and ... read more »