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Bartlesville Woman Charged With Trafficking Drugs
Jun 17, 2026
A Bartlesville woman is facing multiple felony charges after allegedly being in possession of nearly seven pounds of methamphetamine.
65-year-old Deborah Lynds was charged on Wednesday with aggravated trafficking in illegal drugs and three counts of possessing a firearm during the ... read more »
Lahmeyer Drops Out of GOP Race Amid Scandal, Loss of Trump Endorsement
Jun 17, 2026
Republican congressional candidate Jackson Lahmeyer announced Wednesday that he is suspending his campaign for Oklahoma’s 1st Congressional District, ending his bid just a day after advancing to a GOP runoff.
The move comes after controversy surrounding reports of inappropria ... read more »
CityRide to be Closed for Training Monday
Jun 17, 2026
The City of Bartlesville's public transit system, CityRide, will be closed on Monday for in-service training. This is an annual training staff members must go through.
CityRide is normally operated from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday with limited service on Sat ... read more »
Incumbents Come Out on Top in Washington County, State House Races
Jun 16, 2026
It was a good election night for incumbents across the area, as State Rep. John B. Kane will be returning to the state capital representing District 11, Republican State Rep. Judd Strom advances to the general election and Washington County Assessor Steve Campbell held off a challenge.
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BPSF State of the Schools Set for August 5
Jun 17, 2026
Summer has just started, but The Bartlesville Publc Schools Foundation is preparing for The State of the Schools event coming up on August 5th.
Appearing on COMMUNITY CONNECTION, achel Miller with the foundation said, "We are super excited. State of the schools, August 5th. It ... read more »
Bartlesville Public Schools Job Fair July 7
Jun 17, 2026
Looking for a job? Bartlesville Public Schools us hiring.
Appearing on COMMUNITY CONNECTION, incoming Superintendent of Bartlesville Public Schools La Donna Chancellor said the district is holding a Job Fair onTuesday, July 7, from 4pm-5:30pm at the Bartlesville High School Commons.
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Stage Art to Host Cartwheels and Cupcakes Event
Jun 17, 2026
Young dancers will have a chance to flip, spin, and satisfy their sweet tooth during Stage Art's Cartwheels and Cupcakes event on Thursday, June 18. The event runs from 5 to 7 p.m. and is designed to introduce children to cartwheel fundamentals while building confidence through movement and f ... read more »
KidsFest Returns to Woolaroc This Weekend
Jun 17, 2026
Families looking for a way to keep the kids entertained without hearing "I'm bored" every five minutes may want to head to Woolaroc this weekend for KidsFest. The annual event takes place June 19 and 20 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Woolaroc Museum and Wildlife Preserve. The two-day ... read more »
Bartlesville to Host Third Annual Juneteenth Celebration
Jun 17, 2026
The Bartlesville Cultural Center will host its third annual Juneteenth Celebration on Friday, June 19, from 5 to 9 p.m. at Unity Square, located at 300 SE Adams Boulevard. The event commemorates Juneteenth, the federal holiday recognizing the end of slavery in the United States, and serves as a c ... read more »
Moonlight Mayhem in Bartlesville Saturday Night
Jun 17, 2026
The Bartlesville Booster Club is turning Unity Square into an open-air wrestling battleground for the first-ever “Moonlight Mayhem” Outdoor Wrestling Tournament on Saturday, June 20.
Appearing on COMMUNITY CONNECTION, event chair Cory Snelson and Bartlesville High ... read more »
Bartlesville Beard and Mustache Showdown Returns
Jun 17, 2026
One of the community's most distinctive traditions is returning on July 4 thanks to the Bartlesville Area History Museum. The Great Bartles Mustache and Beard Showdown will take place during Freedom Fest at Sooner Park in Bartlesville.
The categories will include best bea ... read more »
Lessons Learned from Dad Contest: Tuesday's Winner
Jun 17, 2026
Congratulations to Tosha Posh of Bartlesville. Tosha is Tuesday's winner in our Lessons Learned from Dad Contest.
Tosha wins a pair of concert tickets to a show of her choice at The Skyline Event Center at Osage Casino Hotel Tulsa.
The Lesson Learned:
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Oklahoma 2026 Primary Election Recap for Statewide Offices
Jun 17, 2026
Oklahoma voters headed to the polls Tuesday to narrow the field in several statewide races, including open contests for governor and U.S. Senate. Candidates who failed to receive more than 50 percent of the vote advanced to Aug. 25 runoff elections.
In the race to succeed term-limited Gov. Ke ... read more »
Osage County Voters Make Key Decisions
Jun 16, 2026
Osage County voters went to the polls on Tuesday and made several key decisions that will shape the county and state at large.
Bridget West was elected Osage County Treasurer, as she defeated Shawna Myers by nearly 2,000 votes. West will take over for Sally Hulse at the end o ... read more »
Chris Clouse Re-Elected as Nowata Co. Assessor
Jun 16, 2026
Nowata County Assessor Chris Clouse will retain her seat after winning Tuesday's election.
According to unofficial results from the Oklahoma State Election Board, Clouse received 853 total votes (56.1%). Challenger Arthur Friddle received 667 votes (43.9%).
Clous ... read more »






