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Sample Ballots Now Available for Aug. 25 Election

Jul 08, 2026

Sample ballots are now available for voters participating in the Aug. 25 Runoff Primary Election, the City of Bartlesville Special Election and the Bartlesville Public Schools Special Election, according to the Washington County Election Board. Voters can view or download their sample ballot ... read more »

Future Cowboys Invited to 'Bound for Stilly' Event

Jul 08, 2026

Incoming Oklahoma State University freshmen from Washington County can kick off their college journey with a free "Bound for Stilly" celebration on Friday, July 10, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Scissortail Brewing Company. Hosted by the Washington County OSU Alumni Chapter, the event welcomes ne ... read more »

Lankford Backs Religious Schools in Supreme Court Fight

Jul 08, 2026

Senator James Lankford is joining dozens of Republican lawmakers in asking the U.S. Supreme Court to side with faith-based schools in a high-profile school choice case set for the Court's October 2026 term. Lankford and Tim Walberg led an amicus brief arguing that Colorado unfairly excluded C ... read more »

The 20th Annual Samaritan Sports Spectacular

Jul 08, 2026

The 20th Annual Samaritan Sports Spectacular will take place on Saturday, August 22, 2026 at the Hilton Garden Inn Bartlesville. This highly popular, sports-themed tailgate and fundraising gala benefits the Samaritan Counseling and Growth Center in Bartlesville.   Appearing on COMMUN ... read more »

Free Disposal Site Open and Dates Extended for Trees, Vegetative Debris

Jul 08, 2026

The City of Bartlesville has opened a free disposal site for storm debris to help Bartlesville residents dispose of trees and other vegetation damaged by storms that moved through the area on July 4.   The site is located on West Highway 60 just east of the Green Country Rodeo Arena, ... read more »

PSO Crews Head to Louisiana to Restore Power After Making Repairs in Washington Co. Last Weekend

Jul 08, 2026

About 70 Public Service Company of Oklahoma linemen and service workers are heading to Shreveport, Louisiana, to help restore power after severe storms left thousands without electricity.   News on 6 reports the crews are assisting sister utility Southwestern Electric Power Company a ... read more »

Bluepeak Surpasses 500,000 Homes, Businesses

Jul 07, 2026

Bluepeak fiber network reached a major milestone on Tuesday by reaching 500,000 homes and businesses across six states. This achievement shows the millions of dollars spent in infrastructure investment while showing Bluepeak's commitment to better serve rural communities. Here is what Bluepea ... read more »

City, Blue Whale Materials Release April 14 Fire Investigation

Jul 06, 2026

The April 14 battery fire at Blue Whale Materials in the Bartlesville Industrial Park was accidental and did not contaminate the surrounding property.   During Monday's Bartlesville City Council meeting, Fire Chief HC Call joined Blue Whale Materials Co-Founder David Fauvre and D ... read more »

City Council Time Limit Delays Flock Camera Discussion

Jul 06, 2026

The Bartlesville City Council will wait until next month to consider the future of the city's automated license plate reader program after Monday's meeting reached the time limit established by council rules.   The final action item on Monday's agenda was a presentation o ... read more »

CITY MATTERS 7-7-26

Jul 07, 2026

Severe weather damage, findings from the investigation into the April Blue Whale Materials fire, Flock Cameras, and more were covered on KWON Radio's CITY MATTERS program on Tuesday with Bartlesville City Councilor Larry East. Councilor East addressed the damage from around the city--in ... read more »

Washington Co. Master Gardeners Fall Tomato Plant Sale

Jul 07, 2026

The Washington Co. Master Gardeners invite to get your fall tomato plants this Saturday morning at the Bartlesville Farmer's Market for just $1.50 each during their special sale at their booth.   Appearing on COMMUNITY CONNECTION, Rayln Bourdreax and Patti Lundeen with The Master ... read more »

All 77 Counties Get Funding for Road, Bridge Improvements

Jul 07, 2026

During Monday's Oklahoma Department of Transportation meeting, it was announced all 77 counties will be receiving $950 million for improvements to county roads and bridges.   A five year county road and bridge improvement plan will give these funds for counties to work on as oppo ... read more »

2nd Annual Bruin Bunny Bash Hops Back Into Town

Jul 07, 2026

The 2nd Annual Bruin Bunny Bash is bouncing back for another year, proving once again that rabbits are good for more than just stealing carrots from Mr. McGregor's garden. While the county show only includes meat rabbit classes, exhibitors will be bringing a wide variety of breeds for visitor ... read more »

Dewey Explains Water Service Line Notices

Jul 07, 2026

Residents in Dewey who recently received letters about their water service lines should not interpret them as an indication that their drinking water is unsafe, according to City Manager Kevin Trease. The notices were mailed in late June as part of a federally required inventory of water service ... read more »

Property Tax Increase Discussed in Caney

Jul 07, 2026

A proposed property tax increase may be less than expected for Caney Residents.   A packed crowd filled the meeting room at Monday night's Caney City Council Meeting after a discussion to increase the upcoming 2027 budget by 22 mills was apparently placed in error as an action it ... read more »