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OSDH Cyclosporiasis Dashboard Update
Jul 21, 2026
Due to a technical issue, some case information did not appear in the initial 10 a.m. update of the cyclosporiasis dashboard on the Oklahoma State Department of Health’s Viral View page. The dashboard has now been updated for a second time today to ensure the most accurate data is avai ... read more »
Pawhuska City Hall Closing at 3 p.m.
Jul 21, 2026
A City of Pawhuska Facebook post states city hall will be closing at 3 p.m. today for required computer maintenance. They will open back up on Wednesday for normal business hours.
If you need to make a payment on Tuesday afternoon, you can do so at xpressbillpay.com.
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Henderson Appointed to Bartlesville Board of Education Seat
Jul 21, 2026
The Bartlesville Board of Education appointed Bradrick "Brad" Henderson to fill the vacant District 6 seat during its Monday meeting.
Henderson will complete the term of Andrea Nightingale, who resigned earlier this summer after she moved from District 6.
Henderson works as supe ... read more »
CITY MATTERS: Mayor Curd Updates Storm Cleanup, Council Agenda and Blue Whale Safety Measures
Jul 21, 2026
Appearing on KWON Radio's CITY MATTERS program, Bartlesville Mayor Jim Curd says the city's storm cleanup is nearly wrapped up while councilors prepare for for the August 3 City Council agenda and continue strengthening safety measures at Blue Whale Materials following a recent fire.
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Dewey Council Approves New Mobile Home Standards
Jul 20, 2026
The Dewey City Council checked off every item on Monday night's agenda, approving all measures brought before the board. Among the actions taken, council members approved a variance request allowing three modular homes to be placed at 720 E. 3rd Street, accepted the latest sales tax report, a ... read more »
Osage Nation Property Becomes Comercial General
Jul 20, 2026
The Osage Nation recently put in a request to the planning and zoning board of Osage County to change a 50-acre plot of land from agriculture to commercial general. This is in an area where they plan on adding the new Osage Nation Health System in Skiatook across from the casino.
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Nowata City Drug to be Presented With Commendation
Jul 20, 2026
Nowata City Drug will receive a commendation from the State of Oklahoma Tuesday morning to celebrate 130 years in business.
State officials will present an award to Nowata City Drug to celebrate the milestone.
Tuesday's event begins at 11 a.m. Nowata City Drug is ... read more »
Bartlesville Woman Charged With Felony Larceny
Jul 20, 2026
A Bartlesville woman is facing a felony charge after allegedly stealing over $1,500 worth of merchandise from WalMart.
39-year-old Briana Shoate was charged on Monday with larceny of merchandise from a retailer.
According to the Bartlesville Police Department, Shoate ... read more »
Bartlesville Man Charged With Child Abuse
Jul 20, 2026
A Bartlesville man is facing a felony charge after allegedly pushing and punching a child.
32-year-old Nathan Cottrill was charged on Monday with child abuse by injury.
According to the Bartlesville Police Department, Cottrill allegedly stepped in between the victim ... read more »
Washington Co. Commissioners Approve 2 More Juvenile Detention Agreements
Jul 20, 2026
Juvenile detention services in Oklahoma are few and far between, with only 11 facilities statewide.
Because of state regulations, and the expense of housing juvenile offenders, most counties contract detention services to other counties. Washington County is one that outsources to ... read more »
Nowata Chamber Hosting State of the County
Jul 20, 2026
The Nowata Area Chamber of Commerce is holding a State of the County Event Wednesday morning at the Nowata Boys and Girls Club.
Newly elected County Commissioner John Hultz will speak, along with members of the "Save Our Hospital" group. Breakfast will be provided.
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Sean Harrison Brings Stories, Songs and a Few Laughs Sunday
Jul 20, 2026
If your Sunday afternoon plans currently consist of arguing with the TV remote or wondering if it's too early for a nap, here's a better option. Sean Harrison will bring his storytelling performance to the stage at the Grey Dog Listening Room in Bartlesville this Sunday at 4 p.m. for a ma ... read more »
Nowata Co. to Possibly Intervene in AEP Project
Jul 20, 2026
The Nowata County Commissioners held a regular meeting at the Nowata County Annex Monday morning.
The commissioners were informed that American Electric Power (AEP) has decided on a route for the Northeast Oklahoma Transmission Enhancement Project. The commissioners have signed a d ... read more »
39th Annual Oldies ’n Goodies Car Show Returns to Downtown Dewey September 19, 2026
Jul 20, 2026
Classic cars, community, and giving back will once again take center stage as the Oldies ’n Goodies Car Club hosts the 39th Annual Oldies ’n Goodies Car Show on Saturday, September 19, 2026, in downtown Dewey, Oklahoma. This year’s event theme, “A Detour Worth Taking: Nort ... read more »
Oklahoma Unveils Strategy to Capture Share of Booming Space Economy
Jul 20, 2026
The Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics (ODAA), alongside the Oklahoma Space Industry Development Authority (OSIDA), today released a statewide strategy to grow Oklahoma’s role in the fast-expanding space industry and position the state to compete for jobs, investment, and fede ... read more »




