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All That Jazz Set for Jan. 31

Jan 15, 2026

Get your tickets now for All That Jazz ons Saturday, January 31, 6pm, at Hillcrest Country Club to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Westside Community Center featuring the music of by the Full Flava Kings, one of Tulsa’s most electric funk, soul, and R&B bands.   All T ... read more »

City Facilities Closed Midday Thursday

Jan 15, 2026

Several City of Bartlesville facilities will be closed for a portion of the day today, Thursday, Jan. 15, to allow employees to attend an internal state of the city event. City Hall, the Bartlesville Public Library, the Bartlesville History Museum, and the City Operations Center will al ... read more »

Nowata Fire Dept. Holding Cook-Off and Raffle

Jan 14, 2026

The Nowata Fire Department is holding a cook-off and raffle on Saturday.   The public can enter their chili into the competition for $20 with a chance to win a first-place trophy. People can also join to taste-test the chili for $8. All funds raised will support the Nowata Fire Depar ... read more »

City of Pawhuska Inks Agreement for Trash Service

Jan 14, 2026

The Pawhuska City Council has reached an agreement with Waste Connections of Oklahoma to provide trash services for the city. Part of the agreement does include an increase in rates and a $75 charge if the polycart is lost or destroyed. Mayor Steve Tolson looks for answers as to why that is f ... read more »

Nowata County Fair Board Needing Members

Jan 14, 2026

The Nowata County Fair Board is looking for members.   In Monday morning's meeting of the Nowata County Commissioners, Fair Board President Joanne Langworthy talked about the need for members.   Langworthy said that if the fair board loses another member, then there ... read more »

City Officials Address Misinformation About Feb. 10 Election Projects

Jan 14, 2026

Bartlesville city officials are presenting several voter information sessions ahead of the Feb. 10 general obligation bond, capital improvement sales tax and economic development sales tax election, including one on Wednesday for the Kiwanis Club of Bartlesville.   Several claims hav ... read more »

Polling Location Changes in Washington County

Jan 14, 2026

The Washington County Election Board has announced two polling location changes, effective immediately. One of the locations is in Bartlesville, the other is in Ochelata. Precinct 55 in Bartlesville is changing from Disciples Christian Church to Grace Community Church, which is located at 150 ... read more »

Pawhuska Council Gets City Financial Update

Jan 14, 2026

During Tuesday evening's city council meeting in Pawhuska, City Manager Carol Jones gave an update on the status of the 2024 fiscal year audit and the overall financial positioning of the city. As far as how things stand from a current financial perspective, Jones said halfway through the ... read more »

Spitfire Country: Krislyn Arthurs on the Rise

Jan 14, 2026

Spitfire and coal-breathing, Krislyn Arthurs doesn’t ease her way into a song — she kicks the door in. The Oklahoma country artist has built her sound on sharp edges and hard truths, writing songs pulled straight from lived experience. Her sound is unpolished in the best way: emotiona ... read more »

Dewey Trash Collection Schedule Altered for MLK Holiday

Jan 14, 2026

Martin Luther King Jr. Day (MLK Day) is a U.S. federal holiday is being observed on Monday, January 19, to honor the life and legacy of the civil rights leader, marked by community service, volunteerism, parades, and educational events.    Appearing on COMMUNITY CONNECTION, Lori ... read more »

Bartlesville Wedding Show Jan. 25th

Jan 14, 2026

  You are invited to attend the Bartlesville Wedding Association's 4th Annual Bartlesville Wedding Show on Sunday, January 25, from 2-4pm, at The Center at 300 SE Adams Blvd.   Appearing on COMMUNITY CONNECTION, Amanda Stratford and Hannah Veach called the event "Th ... read more »

Bartlesville Man Charged With Felony DUI

Jan 13, 2026

A Bartlesville man is facing a felony charge after allegedly driving under the influence of an unknown substance. 28-year-old Trevor Keene was charged on Tuesday with felony DUI and a misdemeanor charge of possession of a controlled dangerous substance (CDS). According to the Bartlesville ... read more »

Voting Deadline Coming Up in Osage County

Jan 13, 2026

Friday is the final day to apply if you would like to vote in the February election involving the City of Pawhuska at-large seat, State Representative District 35 special general and the Caney Valley special election. United States citizens residing in Oklahoma who are at least 18 years old c ... read more »

Nowata School Board Discusses Football Coach Position

Jan 13, 2026

The Nowata Board of Education discussed the vacant head football coach position during a regular meeting on Monday evening.   Superintendent Mindy Englett discussed how the search will be conducted.   Former head football coach Chance Juby was dismissed by the board on D ... read more »

Osage Co Commissioners Receive Housing Authority Audit

Jan 13, 2026

As the Board of Osage County Commissioners met on Monday, they were presented with the housing authority audit for Osage County. Executive Director with the Housing Authority, Christi McNeil said there was financial growth, mainly due to capital funding projects.    Most importa ... read more »