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Free Landfill Coupons for Bartlesville Residents

Jan 15, 2026

Utility customers residing within the city limits of Bartlesville should expect a coupon that will be good for one free trip to the landfill. This can be used any time during the year and residents should get the coupon this month.    The City of Bartlesville stresses this is fo ... read more »

Pawhuska Getting System Notifying Residents of Outages

Jan 15, 2026

During Tuesday's city council meeting in Pawhuska, a contract was signed with OUTIFI, a system that will alert people of outages in town and when power should be restored. It is an automated texting system, but as City Manager Carol Jones says, it can do so much more.   Jones say ... read more »

Bartlesville's City Ride Seeking Input on Future of Public Transportation

Jan 15, 2026

Bartlesville's City Ride is seeking input on the future of public transportation.   City Ride is operated by Cimarron Public Transit on behalf of the city. The organization operates public transportation services for multiple communiteis in Creek, Kay, Osage, Pawnee and Washingto ... read more »

Local Agencies Trained to Assist with OHFA Rental Aid

Jan 15, 2026

Several Bartlesville-area service organizations have completed official training to help eligible residents apply for the Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency’s (OHFA) Tenant-Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) program. The training allows staff at these agencies to assist applicants with navigating ... read more »

Tri County Tech on COMMUNITY CONNECTION

Jan 15, 2026

Whether it's college or a career, Tri County Tech wants their students to be ready. Appearing on COMMUNITY CONNECTION, Tri County Tech Student Services Director Laci Davis shared everything from the January 15th Student Open House to classes leading in careers from dental hygiene to nursing. ... read more »

All That Jazz Set for Jan. 31

Jan 15, 2026

Get your tickets now for All That Jazz ons Saturday, January 31, 6pm, at Hillcrest Country Club to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Westside Community Center featuring the music of by the Full Flava Kings, one of Tulsa’s most electric funk, soul, and R&B bands.   All T ... read more »

City Facilities Closed Midday Thursday

Jan 15, 2026

Several City of Bartlesville facilities will be closed for a portion of the day today, Thursday, Jan. 15, to allow employees to attend an internal state of the city event. City Hall, the Bartlesville Public Library, the Bartlesville History Museum, and the City Operations Center will al ... read more »

Nowata Fire Dept. Holding Cook-Off and Raffle

Jan 14, 2026

The Nowata Fire Department is holding a cook-off and raffle on Saturday.   The public can enter their chili into the competition for $20 with a chance to win a first-place trophy. People can also join to taste-test the chili for $8. All funds raised will support the Nowata Fire Depar ... read more »

City of Pawhuska Inks Agreement for Trash Service

Jan 14, 2026

The Pawhuska City Council has reached an agreement with Waste Connections of Oklahoma to provide trash services for the city. Part of the agreement does include an increase in rates and a $75 charge if the polycart is lost or destroyed. Mayor Steve Tolson looks for answers as to why that is f ... read more »

Nowata County Fair Board Needing Members

Jan 14, 2026

The Nowata County Fair Board is looking for members.   In Monday morning's meeting of the Nowata County Commissioners, Fair Board President Joanne Langworthy talked about the need for members.   Langworthy said that if the fair board loses another member, then there ... read more »

City Officials Address Misinformation About Feb. 10 Election Projects

Jan 14, 2026

Bartlesville city officials are presenting several voter information sessions ahead of the Feb. 10 general obligation bond, capital improvement sales tax and economic development sales tax election, including one on Wednesday for the Kiwanis Club of Bartlesville.   Several claims hav ... read more »

Polling Location Changes in Washington County

Jan 14, 2026

The Washington County Election Board has announced two polling location changes, effective immediately. One of the locations is in Bartlesville, the other is in Ochelata. Precinct 55 in Bartlesville is changing from Disciples Christian Church to Grace Community Church, which is located at 150 ... read more »

Pawhuska Council Gets City Financial Update

Jan 14, 2026

During Tuesday evening's city council meeting in Pawhuska, City Manager Carol Jones gave an update on the status of the 2024 fiscal year audit and the overall financial positioning of the city. As far as how things stand from a current financial perspective, Jones said halfway through the ... read more »

Spitfire Country: Krislyn Arthurs on the Rise

Jan 14, 2026

Spitfire and coal-breathing, Krislyn Arthurs doesn’t ease her way into a song — she kicks the door in. The Oklahoma country artist has built her sound on sharp edges and hard truths, writing songs pulled straight from lived experience. Her sound is unpolished in the best way: emotiona ... read more »

Dewey Trash Collection Schedule Altered for MLK Holiday

Jan 14, 2026

Martin Luther King Jr. Day (MLK Day) is a U.S. federal holiday is being observed on Monday, January 19, to honor the life and legacy of the civil rights leader, marked by community service, volunteerism, parades, and educational events.    Appearing on COMMUNITY CONNECTION, Lori ... read more »