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Washington Co. Commissioners Set Monday or Tuesday Meeting Due to Weather

Jan 23, 2026

The Washington County Commissioners have scheduled a meeting for Monday morning, however, they also called a meeting for Tuesday morning in the event Monday’s meeting is canceled due to the winter storm. The agendas for both meetings are identical, with only one action item listed &mdas ... read more »

Area Weather Related Closings

Jan 23, 2026

Some NE Oklahoma and SE Kansas closings are trickling in as the winter storm approaches across the area.  Click the most up-to-date area closings list HERE Keep it tuned to KWON - AM 1400, FM 93.3 and 95.1 for all the latest from weather coverage in NE Oklahoma.  ... read more »

Bartlesville City Closures

Jan 23, 2026

The following facilities will close at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 23, and will be closed on Saturday, Jan. 24.   Bartlesville Public Library Bartlesville Area History Museum Boots Hollow Golf Club (Will also be closed on Sunday, Jan. 25) City Hall (City Hall nor ... read more »

Arkansas City, Kan. Man Facing Felony Vehicle Charge

Jan 22, 2026

An Arkansas City, Kan. man is facing a felony charge in Washington County after allegedly driving a stolen vehicle. 45-year-old Richard Smyer was charged on Thursday with possession of a stolen vehicle. Smyer also faces misdemeanor charges of driving with a revoked driver’s license and ... read more »

Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. Talks Opportunity Zones in Cherokee Nation

Jan 22, 2026

Appearing on COMMUNITY CONNECTION on KWON Radio on Thursday, Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. said, "What I know, and I think everybody knows in the United States, which is there's nothing more powerful for somebody to fight poverty, there's nothing more powerful for ... read more »

WINTER STORM WARNING Friday- Sunday

Jan 22, 2026

A Winter Storm Warning has been issued by The National Weather Service from noon Friday to 3 p.m. Sunday for Northeast Oklahoma.   Heavy mixed precipitation expected. North of Interstate 40, mainly snow is expected, with total accumulations between 6 and 12 inches. Blowing and drifti ... read more »

B The Light Opens Warming Center on Friday, Seeks Donations and Volunteers

Jan 22, 2026

B the Light Mission will open its Warming Shelter on Friday, Jan. 23, and is seeking volunteers and food donations to help serve guests. Volunteers are needed for four-hour shifts to assist with welcoming guests, meal prep, serving, cleaning, and general support. All shifts take place at 219 ... read more »

Weather Postpones Bartlesville Wedding Show Until Feb. 1

Jan 14, 2026

UPDATE: The Bartlesville Wedding Show has been postponed until Feb. 1 due to the winter storm. Tickets are still available and the hours and venue remain the same.   PREVIOUS STORY: You are invited to attend the Bartlesville Wedding Association's 4th Annual Bartlesville Wedding ... read more »

UPDATED: 8-12 Inches of Snow Possible Friday, Saturday

Jan 20, 2026

UPDATE: The National Weather Service has increased the forecasted snow amounts for the listening area to 8-12 inches. An Extreme Cold Watch is also in effect from Saturday through Sunday.   PREVIOUS STORY: The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch ahead of Friday&# ... read more »

Woman Facing Felony Burglary, Assault Charges

Jan 21, 2026

A woman is facing felony burglary and assault charges following a Monday incident in Dewey.   25-year-old Tahya Rene Ogans has been charged with felony first-degree burglary and felony domestic assault and battery by strangulation. She is also charged with two misdemeanors — ma ... read more »

Incoming Bartlesville Public Schools Supt LaDonna Chancellor on COMMUNITY CONNECTION

Jan 21, 2026

The Bartlesville Public Schools Board of Education recently named BPS Director of Teaching and Learning as the new Superintendent of Schools to replace Charles McCauley in June after he retires.   We asked Chancellor about how she is preparing for her new role. She said, "I have ... read more »

Firehouse Delivery

Jan 21, 2026

You order DoorDash. You get… lights and sirens. Engines 1 and 11 from Bartlesville Fire Department responded to a two-vehicle crash involving a DoorDash driver. Everyone was checked out and okay, because priorities. Then Engine 11 did the most heroic thing possible: they finished the f ... read more »

Bartlesville Snow Removal Policy

Jan 21, 2026

Before any snow falls this weekend, please look over the City of Bartlesville's Snow and Ice Removal Policy: "During times of inclement weather, the City follows the guidelines and procedures as outlined in the City of Bartlesville Snow and Ice Removal Policy. The policy includes ... read more »

Prevent Frozen Pipes

Jan 21, 2026

The icy-cold temperatures can freeze your water pipes and even cause them to burst. We spoke with Eddie Mason with Mason's Plumbing in Bartlesville and said your best bet is to be proactive.   Mason advises checking your home and close off any vents or o ... read more »

Winter Storm Watch Update

Jan 21, 2026

A winter storm watch remains in effect for eastern Oklahoma Friday afternoon through Saturday night. What has changed is the anticipated snow accumulations.   The National Weather Service says heavy snow is likely, possibly beginning as early as Friday and intensifying Friday evening ... read more »