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The Osage County Sheriff's Office has saved Christmas by apprehending The Grinch. He was taken into custody on the charge of attempting to steal Christmas. Sheriff Bart Perrier said once they learned of what The Grinch was attempting to do, it was imperative his deputies took swift action. ... read more »

The Bartlesville Area History Museum will hold a New Year’s Eve Party for kids 11 and under. Ranch Heights Teacher Jeff Cauthen will be on hand to entertain kids with a magic show at noon. The Bartlesville Area History Museum is located on the fifth floor of city hall. For more informat ... read more »

\r\n \r\n Major initiatives advanced under the Bartlesville NEXT strategic plan, including adoption of a new Comprehensive Plan and the formation of an Unsheltered Homeless Task Force. The City also approved a long-term, 100-year water supply plan to secure future resources, alongsi ... read more »

The City of Bartlesville is inviting residents to get involved in local government through service on one of its many boards, committees and commissions. These groups play an important role in shaping city policies, advising elected officials and helping guide decisions that impact the community. ... read more »

The City of Bartlesville is again offering free Christmas tree mulching this season at the upper level parking lot of Sooner Park, located near Madison and Tuxedo Boulevard.   Undecorated trees may be dropped off at the designated fenced area, just east of Madison Boulevard, after Ch ... read more »

There is a high chance of record high temperatures Christmas Day across much of eastern Oklahoma as high pressure sets up over the Southern Plains this week with breezy southerly winds.   Above average temperatures continue through Saturday, then cooler next week. Near or record high ... read more »

A transient Tulsa man has been sentenced to life in prison after sexually assaulting an elderly woman.   43-year-old Elga Eugene Harper was convicted by a federal jury of kidnapping, aggravated sexual abuse by force and threat, assault with a dangerous weapon with intent to do b ... read more »

The Osage County Sheriff's Office is looking for two suspects after an individual removed the court-ordered ankle monitor of another. Abram Hobbs, who was wearing the ankle monitor, and Kimberly Hobbs then fled. The two are believed to be driving a white 2008 Land Rover, with an Oklahoma lice ... read more »

THIS STORY HAS BEEN UPDATED AS OF 12-23-25 AT 2:42 P.M.   The Bartlesville Police Department responded to a possible shooting in the 3700 block of Woodland Rd. on Monday afternoon.   According to the Bartlesville Police Department, officers responded at approximatel ... read more »

The Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals has upheld the conviction of an Oklahoma man who was convicted of child sexual abuse. A jury convicted Issac Leroy Horton of this crime in 2024. He was sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole. Horton must serve 85 percent of his sentence b ... read more »

The Bartlesville Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 610 is continuing its tradition of holiday giving and community support this Christmas season.   Appearing on Community Connection Tuesday, Eagles Rick Harlow and John Stowe say members recently distributed 85 Christmas food baskets to ... read more »

As cold weather and the holidays arrive, leaders at the Lighthouse Outreach Center in Bartlesville say community support is keeping dozens of people off the streets each night.   Appearing on KWON's Community Connection Tuesday, Lighthouse Director Errol Hada says 87 men, women a ... read more »

History was made Tuesday as the Bartlesville Board of Education named the district’s first female superintendent. LaDonna Chancellor will succeed Chuck McCauley as superintendent effective July 1, 2026. Chancellor has 28 years of experience as an educator. She started at Catoosa High Sc ... read more »

Churches across the community are inviting families and visitors to come together on Christmas Eve for worship services marking the birth of Christ. From candlelight ceremonies to traditional readings and carols, each service offers a unique opport ... read more »

The Bartlesville Area History Museum is inviting families to enjoy a festive and fun-filled afternoon with a special appearance by the Grinch on Tuesday, December 23. The free event, titled “A Grinchy Good Time,” will take place from 1 to 3 p.m. and offers visitors the chance to take ... read more »