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Senate Says: No More Secret Money Moves
Jun 19, 2026
The U.S. Senate has unanimously approved a bipartisan bill led by Senators James Lankford of Oklahoma, Joni Ernst of Iowa, and Gary Peters of Michigan aimed at forcing the federal government to reveal billions in spending deals that have been kept out of public view. The Stop Secret Spending Act ... read more »
Bartlesville Ladies Connection's 18th Annual Game Night
Jun 19, 2026
Ladies, you are invited to The Bartlesville Ladies Connection's 18th Annual Game Night on Thursday, July 9, at 2301 Rice Creek Road in Bartlesville starting at 6pm.
Appearing on COMMUNITY CONNECTION, The Game Night's Hostess, Dorea Potter said the event is very casual and i ... read more »
Jesus Burger Saturday
Jun 19, 2026
There is no better way to feed your tummy and fill your soul than with Jesus Burger!
Appearing on COMMUNITY CONNECTION, Pastors Rando and Shiloh Gamble from Get Real Ministries put out the invitation for their monthly Jesus Burger event where you can get a great meal and listen to ... read more »
Lessons Learned from Dad Contest Grand Prize Winner Announced
Jun 19, 2026
Congratulations to Donna Hoffman. Donna is our Lessons Learned from Dad Contest Grand Prize Winner!
The Lesson Learned:
"My dad was brave and honrable. He liked helping others and I am proud that my kids learned that lesson and are now doing the same thing." ... read more »
Osage Co Commissioners to Meet Monday
Jun 19, 2026
The Board of Osage County Commissioners will convene for a regularly scheduled meeting at the fairgrounds on Monday morning.
There will be discussion among Board members to consider signing a resolution executing an agreement that establishes an agreement with ACCO-SIG for th ... read more »
Urgent Need For CASA Volunteers In Washington County
Jun 19, 2026
Childhood should be a carefree and happy experience. However, many children who have been removed from their home by the court in Washington County, due to abuse and neglect and living in foster care, it is a time of uncertainty. Not only not knowing or having any control over what th ... read more »
REPORT: Caney Valley Accepts $425k in Anonymous Donations to Cover Budget Shortfall
Jun 19, 2026
According to KOTV News on 6, the Caney Valley School Board has accepted two anonymous donations totaling $425,000 to help cover a budget shortfall caused by overspending on staff salaries.
Superintendent Steve Cantrell said the district hired employees it could not afford after receiving abou ... read more »
Nowata Co. Commissioners to Discuss ACCO-SIG
Jun 18, 2026
The Nowata County Commissioners have a regular meeting scheduled Monday morning at the Nowata County Annex.
The commissioners will discuss courthouse improvements, declare items as surplus, dispose equipment and accept a donation. The board will also possibly take action on a resol ... read more »
City of Nowata Announces Independence Day Celebration
Jun 18, 2026
The City of Nowata will hold their annual Independence Day celebration on July 4 at Jack Gordon Park.
The Nowata Fire Department will start off the day with a food fundraiser featuring a fish dinner at 12 p.m. Food will be served until they run out. Pulled pork dinners will be serv ... read more »
Blood Drive Taking Place in Pawhuska
Jun 18, 2026
The Pawhuska community will have the opportunity to give blood on Friday at the Dave Landrum Community Center. A blood drive will be held from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. You can contact city hall for more information, but Walk-ins are welcome.
One donation can help up to three people i ... read more »
Nowata City Hall Closed Friday
Jun 18, 2026
Nowata City Hall will be closed Friday in observance of Juneteenth.
The City of Nowata says all city utility accounts and city fines can be paid online. Find the link to do so here.
Utility customers can still call 918-273-3532 to report a water emergency.
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Lahmeyer Admits to 2022 Affair After Ending His Congressional Campaign
Jun 18, 2026
Former congressional candidate and Tulsa pastor Jackson Lahmeyer has acknowledged having an extramarital affair, saying in a recent interview that he "cheated on my wife" and knew his actions were wrong.
In an interview with The Daily Mail, Lahmeyer admitted to having an ... read more »
Washington County SPCA Receives $6K Donation from Arvest Foundation
Jun 18, 2026
The Arvest Foundation has awarded a $6,000 donation to the Washington County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (WCSPCA) to help support programs aimed at reducing pet overpopulation and improving animal welfare throughout the community.
David Nickel, president of Arv ... read more »
2024 Candidates Will Face Off Again in 2026 Congressional District 2 Race
Jun 18, 2026
U.S. Rep. Josh Brecheen easily won the Republican primary for Oklahoma's 2nd Congressional District on Tuesday, while Washington County native Brandon Wade secured the Democratic nomination, setting up a rematch of the district's 2024 general election.
Brecheen, an incumben ... read more »
Rep. Rusty Cornwell Wins Re-Election in District 6
Jun 18, 2026
District 6 State Rep. Rusty Cornwell will keep his seat in office after winning Tuesday's Republican primary.
Cornwell represents Nowata, Craig, Mayes and Rogers Counties.
According to unofficial results from the Oklahoma State Election Board, Cornwell received 3,685 total votes (69.7 ... read more »




