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Montgomery County Commission Defeats Data Center Moratorium

Jul 21, 2026

A proposal to temporarily halt the development of data centers, wind farms, solar farms and battery storage facilities in Montgomery County, Kansas failed to gain enough support during Monday's County Commission meeting, following weeks of public discussion over the issue.   The ... read more »

Osage Co Purchases Altering Slightly

Jul 21, 2026

The Board of Osage County Commissioners signed a letter to participate in the State's P-card program during Monday's meeting. While the Board only signed a letter stating their desire to participate in the program, District Two Commissioner Steve Talburt talked about what the card would b ... read more »

Oklahoma Voter Registration Deadline Approaches

Jul 21, 2026

The deadline to register to vote in the Aug. 25 election is quickly approaching.   Washington County Election Board Secretary Yvonne House says voter registration applications must be received by midnight Friday, July 31 in order to be eligible to vote in the Aug. 25 Runoff Primary E ... read more »

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.  ... read more »

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. ... read more »

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.   A ... read more »

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. &n ... read more »

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 »