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Branson's Lights of Joy Christmas Drive-Thru to Feature All-New Displays for 2025
Oct 02, 2025
The Lights of Joy Christmas Drive-Thru, one of Branson’s most popular holiday attractions, will debut an entirely new set of displays for the 2025 season.
“Every major display, except our tunnel and video boards, will be replaced,” said manager Kurt Kysar. “Having exte ... read more »
Lankford Blames Democrats for Government Shutdown
Oct 02, 2025
U.S. Senator James Lankford (R-OK), Vice Chair of the Senate Republican Conference, criticized Democrats for allowing the federal government to shut down, saying they prioritized politics over keeping services open.
“Democrats own this government shutdown,” Lankford said, ar ... read more »
Brecheen Blames Democrats for Government Shutdown
Oct 02, 2025
Congressman Josh Brecheen (R-Okla.) issued a statement after the federal government shut down this week with no funding resolution in place.
Brecheen said House Republicans passed a clean continuing resolution (CR) to keep the government open, but accused Democrats of rejecting it and instead ... read more »
UPDATE: Gov. Stitt to Hold Thursday Press Conference to Announce 'the Future of Oklahoma Education'
Sep 30, 2025
UPDATE: Gov. Kevin Stitt is scheduled to hold a press conference Thursday at Eisenhower International School in Tulsa to announce what his office calls "the future of Oklahoma education."
It is anticipated during the press conference, the governor will announce Lindel Fields as ... read more »
Pink Out and Osage Appreciation Night in Pawhuska
Oct 01, 2025
The Pawhuska Huskies have an exciting Friday night planned as they get set to take on the Pawnee Blackbears. Not only is it Pink Out Night, but it is also Osage Appreciation night. Coach Matt Hennesy talks about how the night will start.
Hennesy says they will be wearing jerseys wi ... read more »
Arvest Foundation Announces Contribution to VCO
Oct 01, 2025
The Arvest Foundation announced on Wednesday that they have made a $5,000 contribution to Veterans Connection Organization (VCO).
The funds from the contribution will be used to purchase laptops, computer bags and other electronic equipment for the Veterans’ Laptop Check-out Program. Th ... read more »
Employee of the Month for September
Oct 01, 2025
The City Employee Advisory Committee has named its September employee of the month for Bartlesville. Parks Maintenance Worker Steve Tate was nominated for the award by his co-worker Lain Cramer after helping a cat that was in distress at a skate park. In part, here is what Cramer had to say in hi ... read more »
New Exhibit Opening at Bartlesville History Museum
Sep 30, 2025
The latest exhibit at the Bartlesville Area History Museum will be unveiled on Wednesday and will be on display through the end of the year. This exhibit, "Outlaw Trails and Legendary Hideouts," will showcase some of the infamous outlaws who had ties to Oklahoma and even Bartlesville.
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Dancing with the Bartlesville Stars Nov 8th
Oct 01, 2025
It's back! Dancing with the Bartlesville Stars to benefit Paths to Independence is Saturday, November 8, at Bartlesville Community Center starting at 6:00 p.m.
Appearing on COMMUNITY CONNECTION, contestants Kristin Curd and Tony Gantt said they are both honored and excited to b ... read more »
OKM Oktoberfest Returns to Downtown Bartlesville October 4
Oct 01, 2025
OKM Music's Oktoberfest, featuring family fun, is Saturday, October 4, from 4 to 9 p.m., on Dewey Avenue between 4th and 5th streets of . This year's Oktoberfest is bringing food, entertainment, and activities for all ages.
Appearing on COMMUNITY ... read more »
Texas Pastor Back in Osage County Court on Thursday
Oct 01, 2025
A Texas pastor who is facing five felony charges of lewd or indecent acts to a child will be seen in Osage County Court on Thursday afternoon for a district court arraignment.
Robert Morris founded a megachurch in Southlake, Texas and an affidavit accuses Morris of touching a minor victim&rsq ... read more »
Washington Park Mall to Host Weekend Gun, Knife Show
Oct 01, 2025
Washington Park Mall in Bartlesville is hosting a gun and knife show this weekend.
The show will be held Saturday from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. in the former JC Penney store.
Organizers say attendees can buy, sell and trade guns, knives, ammunition, coin ... read more »
Coffeyville Crash Victim Dies
Sep 30, 2025
One of the Coffeyville students who was injured in Friday's car accident has died.
According to the Kansas Highway Patrol, two 15 and 17-year-old sisters were injured in an accident caused by a vehicle being pursued by law enforcement.
Late this morning, the announcement came ... read more »
Barnsdall Schools Holding Blood Drive
Sep 30, 2025
Barnsdall Public Schools will be having a blood drive from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. next Wednesday at the high school gym. If you are willing and able, an appointment can be made on the Barnsdall Schools Facebook Page.
All donors will get a glow in the dark T-shirt. A photo ID will b ... read more »
Bartlesville City Council OK's Opioid Settlement Participation
Sep 30, 2025
The Bartlesville City Council approved participation in an opioid settlement agreement during a special meeting on Monday.
City Attorney Jess Kane presented the resolution for the city to participate in the Oklahoma Opioid Distributor Settlement after receiving a letter about the o ... read more »