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Sometimes all you need is some TLC, someone to hold your hand for the scary parts of life, and yes, some chicken.   Bijou Smith, med tech at the Washington County SPCA, introduces a young labrador mix who approves all of these things.   Smith says that Chloe does better ... read more »

The Hominy Police Department will be hosting a back to school bash on Thursday, August 7th at the Hominy Lake Ball Fields. The fun starts at 4 p.m. and will run throughout the night.   There will be a dunk tank, face painting, inflatables, a water slide and movie at dark. The event i ... read more »

A Bartlesville man is facing a misdemeanor charge after allegedly assaulting someone. 42-year-old Fabian Sanchez was charged on Monday with domestic assault and battery in the presence of a minor. According to the Bartlesville Police Department, on July 9, Sanchez allegedly got into an ar ... read more »

The 2025-26 school year is approaching, and Dewey High School is reminding students of upcoming dates for high school enrollment. Enrollment for new students who did not attend Dewey last year will begin on July 29. Students will need to provide proof of residence, fill out paperwork and retu ... read more »

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 possible action taken to sign a $1.5 million bond for treasurer Sally Hulse. There will also be possible action taken to ... read more »

The Washington County Commissioners will meet Monday morning for what appears to be a fairly standard agenda. According to the meeting notice, the commissioners are expected to consider a utility relocation agreement for the Saunders Creek bridge project in the southern end of the county. ... read more »

The Osage Nation Police Department is taking steps to train its officers to better deal with mental health patients they run across while in the field. Sergeant Patrick Luey was named Grand Mental Health's Officer of the Year and says being compassionate is the first step.   Luey ... read more »

With the school year quickly approaching, the Washington County Health Department is reminding families to get necessary immunizations and obtain needed records. Tiffaney Hill with the Washington County Health Department had the following to say regarding the importance of getting vaccines for ch ... read more »

Nowata Public Schools announced that Johnson O'Malley eligible students from grades kindergarten to 8th grade, can pick up school supplies on July 26 at the high school entrance.   The JOM program provides educational and cultural support to Native American students in public sch ... read more »

Phillips 66 is making waves in water safety with a $15,000 grant awarded to Splash Club. According to a news release, the contribution highlights the company's commitment to enhancing swim safety in the communities where its employees live and work. Phillips 66's locally-driven sw ... read more »

UPDATE: The city of Dewey's water service was restored late Tuesday night.     Original Story: The City of Dewey will shut off the entire city's water service at 8 p.m. tonight.   City Manager Kevin Trease has the latest.   The City of Dewey ... read more »

Champagne Kane of the Tri County Tech Foundation joined KWON's Community Connection to share exciting updates, including a new scholarship and the return of a major fundraising event. The Foundation recently received a scholarship endowment from longtime education supporters Charlie and J ... read more »

A Bartlesville man is facing a felony charge after allegedly failing to appear for a court date after posting a bond. 57-year-old Ronnie Thornbrugh was charged on Monday with bail jumping. According to the Washington County District Attorney’s Office, Thornbrugh posted a $500 bond i ... read more »

The Bartlesville Area History Museum is hosting two sessions in which the public will have the opportunity to gather information on various topics.    The first one is taking place at noon on Thursday and will be a lunch and learn conversation with E. Sean Standing Bear. Standin ... read more »

Dewey police has a new way for residents to contact them for minor crimes or to file reports.   CLICK HERE FOR THE AUDIO VERSION OF THIS STORY   Police Chief Jimmy Gray says a new email reporting system is active and ready for residents of Dewey to use.   Th ... read more »