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Washington Co. Commissioners to Meet Monday
Jun 12, 2026
The Washington County Commissioners have a busy meeting planned for Monday morning.
According to an agenda, the commissioners are expected to discuss a resolution and presentation about a grant program that could benefit the Sheriff’s Office and potentially declare a county-owned proper ... read more »
Dewey Council Meets Monday
Jun 12, 2026
The Dewey City Council will meet Monday night to consider several major agenda items, including approval of the proposed 2026-2027 city budget. The proposed general fund budget totals more than $1.7 million, with funding focused on police, fire, and city administration.
Council members will a ... read more »
Lessons Learned from Dad Contest: Friday Winner
Jun 12, 2026
Congratulations to Cynthia Parnell of Dewey. She is Friday's winner in our Lessons Learned from Dad Contest.
Cynthia wins a pair of concert tickets to a show of her choice at The Skyline Event Center at Osage Casino Hotel Tulsa.
The Lesson Learned:
"To Whom Much is Given, Muc ... read more »
Child Sexual Predator Sentenced to 25 Years in Federal Prison
Jun 12, 2026
A child sexual predator living in Collinsville was sentenced today for recording children in the bathroom and for seeking out and possessing child sexual abuse material, announced U.S. Attorney Clint Johnson.
U.S. District Judge Sara E. Hill sentenced Thomas Josh ... read more »
Tri County Tech Breaks Ground on New Emergency Services Building
Jun 11, 2026
Tri County Tech is expanding educational and training opportunities for emergency first responders with the addition of a new Emergency Services Building on its Bartlesville campus.
School officials, community leaders and emergency services personnel gathered Thursday afternoon to ... read more »
Senator Coleman Running for Re-election in District 10
Jun 11, 2026
Senator Bill Coleman represents District 10 and he is seeking a third and final term in office. Coleman said he has learned a lot since he was first elected in 2018 and it has been a very rewarding job.
Coleman said the job isn't done and he still has work to do. Coleman talks ... read more »
Arvest Foundation Donates $10K to Tri County Tech Foundation
Jun 11, 2026
The Arvest Foundation has awarded a $10,000 grant to the Tri County Tech Foundation to help provide scholarship support for area students pursuing career and technical education.
The donation was presented recently by Arvest Bank Bartlesville Region President David Nickel and mortg ... read more »
Bartlesville Water Quality Survey Results Released
Jun 11, 2026
The City of Bartlesville’s annual report on drinking water quality is now available to the public, and officials say the municipal water system met all state and federal safety standards during the reporting period.
Water Utilities Director Terry Lauritsen announced this week ... read more »
Flag Day Celebration Set for June 14 in Bartlesville
Jun 11, 2026
A community Flag Day celebration will be held Sunday, June 14 in downtown Bartlesville, featuring patriotic ceremonies, remarks from a state lawmaker and a traditional musket salute.
The annual event is scheduled to begin at 2 p.m. at the Bartlesville Public Safety Complex in the 6 ... read more »
City of Bartlesville Businesses Need to Renew License
Jun 11, 2026
City of Bartlesville businesses who have a business license will need to renew that license shortly. An email requesting current insurance will be sent and a link on how to pay will be provided in the email. Payment can also be made at city hall. Chief Building Official Trey Yankovich provides mo ... read more »
OBI Ramps Up Summer Blood Drives to Meet Critical Regional Needs
Jun 11, 2026
As summer approaches—a season notoriously marked by an uptick in accidents and trauma cases—Our Blood Institute (OBI) is issuing a vital call to action for local residents to roll up their sleeves.
OBI is launching a series of regional blood drives across Washingt ... read more »
Sizzlin' Summer Series: Levitt Music Festival CommUNITY Fest
Jun 11, 2026
The Sizzlin’ Summer Series returns June 26 with CommUNITY Fest from 5:30 to 9 p.m., bringing live music, food trucks, vendors and enough cultural flavor to make your average frozen pizza feel deeply inadequate. The event is made possible through the Levitt Family Foundation and promises an ... read more »
Lankford Highlights $2.8 Million in FEMA Aid for Oklahoma Recovery
Jun 11, 2026
Oklahoma is set to receive more than $2.8 million in Federal Emergency Management Agency assistance following months of severe storms, tornadoes, flooding, and wildfires that battered communities across the state. US Senator James Lankford announced the funding Wednesday, saying the grants will h ... read more »
Pawhuska City Manager Gets Contract Extended
Jun 10, 2026
At Tuesday evening's city council meeting in Pawhuska, council members went into executive session to discuss the employment of City Manager Carol Jones. After a 30 minute discussion, Mayor Steve Tolson made a motion to keep Jones hired on in that position.
The council went on ... read more »
Spencer Grace Running for State Rep District 37
Jun 10, 2026
State Representative of District 37, Ken Luttrell is retiring from his post at the end of this term after serving Oklahomans since November 2018. Spencer Grace and Jeremy Sacket are hoping to fill that void.
Grace has always had an interest in politics. Grace is a registered ... read more »





