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OKM Music Moves Yacht Rock Orchestrated Concert to an Earlier Time Due to Weather Concerns
Jun 06, 2026
OKM Music has adjusted the schedule and venue setup for Saturday's Yacht Rock Orchestrated concert at Post Oak Lodge due to the threat of evening thunderstorms and wet ground conditions.
Based on recommendations from meteorologists and current weather forecasts, organizers announced the c ... read more »
Washington Co. Sheriff's Office Looks to Expand Inmate Education Programs
Jun 05, 2026
The Washington County Correctional Facility is expanding educational and vocational opportunities for inmates through a partnership with the Ignite program, an initiative supported by the National Sheriffs' Association.
Washington County Undersheriff Jon Copeland says the progr ... read more »
Ochelata Candidate Filing Begins June 15
Jun 05, 2026
Candidates seeking election to fill unexpired terms for three Town of Ochelata offices may file for candidacy June 15-17, according to the Washington County Election Board.
Positions on the ballot include unexpired terms for town treasurer, town clerk and trustee. The filing period ... read more »
Bartlesville Man Charged With Burglary, Concealing Stolen Property
Jun 05, 2026
A Bartlesville man was seen in Washington County Court on Friday after allegedly stealing items on several occasions from August 2025 to April 2026. Ethan Matheny is facing felony charges of second and third degree burglary, being in possession of stolen property and a pattern of criminal offense ... read more »
Fire Hydrant Testing to Start in Pawhuska
Jun 05, 2026
Hydrant flushing will begin in Pawhuska on Monday, June 22. It is expected this should only take a few weeks to complete, but during that time discoloration of water is possible.
Yearly fire hydrant flushing is necessary to get pressure measurements and document other needed condit ... read more »
Cherokee Language Classes to Be Offered in South Coffeyville, North Tulsa
Jun 05, 2026
Cherokee Nation citizens and community members in South Coffeyville will have a new opportunity this summer to learn the Cherokee language through a free weekly course aimed at expanding language preservation efforts beyond the tribe’s capital and major population centers.
Be ... read more »
Bartlesville Education Promise Receives $4K Grant from Arvest Foundation
Jun 05, 2026
Bartlesville Education Promise has received a $4,000 grant from the Arvest Foundation to help expand resources and support programs aimed at improving educational outcomes for local students.
The grant was presented by Arvest representatives Suzanne Duhon, a wealth management clien ... read more »
Lankford Backs ICE Funding After Overnight Senate Marathon
Jun 05, 2026
U.S. Senator James Lankford of Oklahoma voted in favor of a major budget reconciliation package this week that fully funds Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Border Patrol through the remainder of President Donald Trump’s term. The overnight Senate “Vote-a-Rama” dragged on ... read more »




