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Former Bartlesville Mayor George C. Meese Jr. Has Passed Away
Jul 06, 2024
George C. Meese Jr. passed away Saturday, July 6, 2024 in Bartlesville.
Meese served as the Mayor of Bartlesville from 1979 to 1981. During his tenure, he was actively involved in the community, holding various positions at Phillips Petroleum, serving as a deacon at Fir ... read more »
BPD: Gunshot Victim Dies
Jul 08, 2024
An unnamed gunshot victim found in an alley on the city's west side has died of his injuries.
At 12:50 am Monday morning, the Bartlesville Police Department dispatch center received a call about a gunshot in the 1400 block of West Hensley.
As officers were responding, they were advise ... read more »
Winfield Man Attempts to Elude Police
Jul 06, 2024
A Winfield Kansas man was taken into custody following a high speed chase throughout Osage County.
Tanner Lowe was arrested and taken to the Osage County Jail on Friday after it is alleged that Lowe attempted to elude police along State Highway 99. Kansas officials had alerted the ... read more »
Osage Nation Inauguration Ceremony Taking Place Next Week
Jul 05, 2024
The Osage Nation Inauguration ceremony is taking place next Saturday for all Congress members who were elected to office. All Osage Nation citizens are invited to the event at the Osage Hotel and Casino in Bartlesville.
Maria Whitehorn, Pam Shaw, John Maker, Joe Tillman, Jodie Rev ... read more »
Nutrition Department to be Discussed at County Commissioner Meeting
Jul 05, 2024
The Board of Osage County Commissioners will convene for a regularly scheduled meeting at the fairgrounds on Monday morning.
At that meeting, there will be a lot of discussion regarding the operation of the Osage County Nutrition Program. This includes signing a site agreement with ... read more »
Pawhuska Library Holding Event for Veterans
Jul 05, 2024
The Pawhuska Public Library is inviting all veterans out to an Eagle OPS Mobilization meeting next Thursday. This is an event to show veterans how they can get involved in the program and help their fellow veterans.
You will find out how you could become a coordinator and find out ... read more »
WCSO Investigating July 4 Shooting in Copan
Jul 05, 2024
The Washington County Sheriff's Office is investigating a July 4 shooting incident that took place in Copan.
Sheriff Scott Owen told us Friday the investigation is still preliminary at this time and is ongoing. He says as soon as the facts in the case are established, an update ... read more »
Osage Nation Mobile Unit Coming to Different Cities
Jul 05, 2024
Beginning this Monday, the Osage Nation Health System Mobile Medical Unit will be going to area Osage County towns to assist individuals with various needs. Services available include wellness checks, vaccinations and health screenings.
Appointments will be available for Osage Nation ci ... read more »
Elder Care Offers Series of Seminars to Discuss Downsizing After Decades
Jul 05, 2024
Elder Care announced today that the organization will offer two seminars to educate the community on resources available for downsizing homes.
Panelists from various backgrounds will present over two seminars and include experts in family counseling, estate sale auctions, computers ... read more »
Funeral Home Seeking Information After American Flag Theft
Jul 05, 2024
Bartlesville Police are investigating after someone stole several American flags from outside of a downtown funeral home.
Tim Howell with Arnold Moore & Neekamp Funeral Home says he was shocked when he learned of the theft, especially right before Independence Day.
Howell says he unde ... read more »
Washington Co. Commissioners to Meet on Monday
Jul 05, 2024
The Washington County Commissioners have a fairly standard meeting scheduled for Monday morning.
According to an agenda, the commissioners are expected to discuss several reports, agreements and contracts for the new fiscal year, including a memorandum of understanding for the Oklahoma Intern ... read more »
Copan Lakeside Fireworks Set for Saturday Night
Jul 05, 2024
Join Real Country KRIG 104.9 FM Saturday evening for the Copan Lakeside Fireworks show.
Our broadcast begins at 8 p.m. from the beach at Copan Point with the big fireworks show at 9:45 p.m. and music provided by KRIG.
The broadcast is brought to you by Dewey Medicalodges, Totah Communicat ... read more »
COMMUNITY CONNECTION: Commissioner Mitch Antle
Jul 05, 2024
Watching the pennies when it comes to the best use of your tax dollars is something Washington County Commissioner Mitch Antle brought up on our COMMUNITY CONNECTION show oh Friday.
On the show, Antle gave an overview of the duties and responsibilities of a county commis ... read more »
Four Year Old Girl Dies in Rogers County Crash
Jul 05, 2024
A four-year old girl has died in fatal one-vehicle collision that occurred on July 4 around 6:45 pm approximately 2 miles west of Claremore in Rogers County.
OHP reports that a 2018 GMC Yukon was driven by Jason Schroeder, 43, from Owasso when the crash took place. He sustained no ... read more »
Bartlesville Public Library Gets New Sign
Jul 04, 2024
The Bartlesville Public Library will stand out that much more thanks to some generous donors giving the local library a new outdoor sign. Library Director Shellie McGill had this to say on the local help they continue to receive:
“We are very thankful for all the support we received ... read more »