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A Bartlesville man has been placed under arrest after being charged with a felony DUI after a former felony conviction and three misdemeanor counts of allegedly leaving the scene of an accident, obstructing an officer and being in possession of a controlled dangerous substance.    ... read more »

On Thursday morning, the newly elected officials of Osage County were sworn into office.   District 2 Commissioner Steve Talburt was re-elected after defeating Bud Beaston, Bart Perrier was elected Sheriff after defeating the incumbent, Eddie Virden. Christina Talburt was elected Cou ... read more »

Four Washington County elected officials were administered oaths of office by District Judge Linda Thomas Thursday morning at the courthouse to begin their new four-year terms.   Sheriff Scott Owen was unopposed in the 2024 election. He says he's ready to continue serving. &n ... read more »

Elder Care, a cornerstone of support for Bartlesville's aging community, is stepping into 2025 with renewed energy and a host of plans to expand and enhance services.    Appearing on Community Connection, Elder Care'sJennifer Ennis and Michael Colaw highlighted the organ ... read more »

Chances are increasing for winter precipitation over the weekend. A strong weather system will move from the Rockies into the Southern Plains late Saturday through Sunday evening, bringing increasing chances of precipitation to northeastern Oklahoma and southeastern Kansas. According ... read more »

CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) of Northeast Oklahoma is a local nonprofit organization that trains volunteers to advocate for abused and neglected children in the court system in northeast Oklahoma.          Each month CASA recognizes a volunteer as a S ... read more »

Listen to Tom Davis and Nathan Thompson review the top local news stories of 2024 below. The special program aired on KWON AM 1400, 93.3 and 95.1 FM.   Listen to "KWON- Local News Year In Review 2024" on Spreaker. ... read more »

The Bartlesville Police Department (BPD) once again prioritized community safety this New Year's Eve by offering free rides home to residents celebrating the holiday. In total, 18 individuals took advantage of the initiative, which ran from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m., helping ensure a safer night for ... read more »

Local Bartian donates childhood dream to a greater cause.   Nate Alleman, owner of Alleman Acres, a land and cattle company, donated about 1,500 lbs of beef to Caney Valley Agape Network & Food Pantry, Lighthouse Outreach Center, Mary Martha Outreach, Concern Bartlesville, Agape ... read more »

Starting on New Year’s Day, drivers on Oklahoma turnpikes will see a 15% increase in tolls, with additional 6% hikes every two years beginning in 2027. For Pikepass users, that means an increase from $4.50 to $5.40 on the Turner Turnpike from Tulsa to Oklahoma City, $4.10 to $4.92 on th ... read more »

Osage Hills State Park will be putting together the 11th annual First Day Hike of 2025 on Wednesday morning. There will be a hike at 9 a.m. and another at 11 a.m. The hike at 9 a.m. will begin at the overlook ecosystem and those participating in the 11 a.m. hike will meet at the ballfields an ... read more »

After months of negotiations, the Oklahoma Legislature’s Joint Committee on State-Tribal Relations approved a renewal of the state’s motor vehicle compact with the Cherokee Nation, following the Council of the Cherokee Nation’s approval earlier in December. Under the new com ... read more »

The Greater Bartlesville Area Chamber of Commerce wrapped up a bustling December with its hallmark event, "Christmas in the Ville," which featured an ice-skating rink, festive carriage rides, and downtown attractions. Chamber CEO Sherri Wilt shared updates during a recent KWON radio app ... read more »

There are all kinds of ways YOU can keep safe while celebrating the New Year, but the Washington County SPCA has some tips to keep your fur babies safe as well.   The SPCA explains that the loud KABOOM of the fireworks can make your pet naturally want to run and seek shelter. That be ... read more »

One man is injured when a small plane crashes over the weekend near Parsons, Kan. in Labette County. According to the Kansas Highway Patrol, 26-year-old Michael Ribordy of New Strawn, Kan, was attempting to land at a private grass airstrip just south of Parsons around 1:30 Saturday afternoon. ... read more »