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Area Lake Levels Continue to Rise, Increasing Risk for Boaters
Jun 29, 2026
Water levels at lakes across northeastern Oklahoma remain well above normal, increasing safety risks for underwater hazards.
As of Monday morning, Hulah Lake stands more than 13 feet above its normal level, while Copan Lake is nearly 12 feet above normal. The Corps of Engineers continues to l ... read more »
SH-10 Near US-169 and 419 Rd. in Nowata Co. Closed
Jun 29, 2026
The Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) says State Highway 10 between U.S. Highway 169 and NS. 419 Rd. east of Lenapah in Nowata County is closed due to flooding.
The rainstorms over the last few weeks has caused flooding in multiple roadways throughout the county. A full ... read more »
Nowata Co. Emergency Management Gives Siren Update
Jun 29, 2026
Nowata County Emergency Manager Laurie Summers appeared before the Nowata County Commissioners Monday morning.
Summers gave an update in Nowata County's role in an emergency siren project by the Cherokee Nation. The Cherokee Nation launched a project that improves emergency sir ... read more »
Nowata Co. to Vote on Disaster Declaration Next Week
Jun 29, 2026
The Nowata County Commissioners held a regular meeting Monday morning at the Nowata County Annex.
The commissioners declared multiple items as surplus and approved a resolution to purchase surplus equipment from Washington County. The board also approved a lease renewal for a John ... read more »
Dewey Duck Derby
Jun 25, 2026
You are invited to witness the fantastic flotilla of fake fowl a.k.a The Dewey Duck Derby is Saturday, July 4th from 6-10pm.
You could win cash prizes if your duck crosses the finish line first through fourth. You can buy your ducks at Dewey City Hall or at Don Tyler Park on ... read more »
Robots Take Over Bartlesville
Jun 29, 2026
The robots are coming to Bartlesville. Thankfully, these ones are here to make art, not take over your job or demand better Wi-Fi. The Bartlesville Community Center will host the opening reception for Josh Waddell’s “Rise of the Robots” exhibit Wednesday, July 1, from 6 to 8 p.m ... read more »
Kiwanis Freedom Fest, Celebrating America's 250th on July 4th
Jun 29, 2026
Bartlesville Kiwanis and the City of Bartlesville present Freedom Fest, Celebrating America's 250th, on July 4th at Sooner Park starting at 5pm.
Appearing on COMMUNITY CONNECTION, Kiwanis membes Karen Wilson and Konrad Brandemuhl announced that Patriot Auto Group has once again ... read more »
KWON Night at the Ballpark Returns July 1
Jun 29, 2026
KWON's annual Night at the Ballpark is set for Wednesday, July 1, at Bill Doenges Memorial Stadium, offering an evening of free family fun as the Bartlesville Indians take on the Tulsa Barons.
Gates open for a 5:45 p.m. first pitch, and fans will have plenty of chances to win prizes throu ... read more »
Ascension St. John Applies to Reclassify Nowata Hospital
Jun 26, 2026
Ascension St. John has submitted an application to the Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) to reclassify its Nowata hospital.
The application to the OSDH would reclassify its Nowata hospital from a Critical Access Hospital to a Rural Emergency Hospital (REH).
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Firefighters Save Home After Late-Night Garage Fire
Jun 27, 2026
Bartlesville firefighters responded to a reported structure fire in the Colonial Estates neighborhood at approximately 11:30 p.m. Thursday.
According to a Bartlesville Professional Firefighters Local 200 Facebook post, when crews arrived, they found heavy smoke and flames coming from the ... read more »
UPDATE: CommUNITY Fest Moved Indoors
Jun 22, 2026
UPDATE: Organizers have announced Friday's CommUNITY Fest will be moved indoors to The Center instead of outdoors at Unity Square due to possible weather concerns.
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A celebration of culture, music and community will return to downtown Bartlesville Friday as Co ... read more »
JOM Application Form Open
Jun 26, 2026
Native American students who may qualify for the Johnson O' Malley program are encouraged to apply now. Basic school supplies will be provided to eligible students in each school district within Osage County. The JOM Needs Assessment Survey and student form are available on the Osage Nation w ... read more »
Lake Levels Remain High Ahead of July 4 Holiday Weekend
Jun 26, 2026
Water levels at lakes across northeastern Oklahoma remain well above normal as the busy Fourth of July holiday approaches, prompting continued flood-control operations by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
As of 2:45 p.m. June 26, Hulah Lake stood more than 10 feet above its normal ... read more »
Osage Nation Outdoor Movie Series Returns
Jun 26, 2026
The Osage Nation Health System has announced its first outdoor movie night series will be The Sandlot next Thursday. This will take place at the Osage Nation Outdoor Health Complex in Pawhuska. The movie will start at dusk.
Families are asked to bring lawn chairs and a ... read more »
Nowata Co. Commissioners Meeting Monday
Jun 26, 2026
The Nowata County Commissioners have a regular meeting scheduled Monday morning at the Nowata County Annex.
The board will review county expenses for the county commissioners and possibly take action on a resolution for the purchase of surplus equipment with Washington County. The ... read more »





