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Osage Co Commissioners Have Standard Meeting
Apr 13, 2026
The Board of Osage County Commissioners convened for a regularly scheduled meeting at the fairgrounds on Monday morning.
In what was a standard meeting, Rock Fire Department will be getting a new tanker truck for just over $96,000. Additionally, the Black Dog Fire Department ... read more »
Bartlesville Police Dept. Parks Safety Survey Results
Apr 13, 2026
The Bartlesville Police Dept recently conducted a park safety survey online. Over 250 community members responded.
Appearing on KWON Radios CITY MATTERS program, Deputy Police Chief Andrew Ward said, "The feedback was very encouraging for us. The majority of respondents say th ... read more »
City Sales Tax Collection for April
Apr 13, 2026
The city of Bartlesville sales tax collection was up 4.69% for the month. Appearing on KWON Radio's CITY MATTERS program, City Clerk Jason Muninger said it comes out to roughly $87,000.
Muniger said, "We were about a half a percent. We're not seeing rapid g ... read more »
Nowata Co. Commissioners Discuss EMS Response
Apr 13, 2026
The Board of Nowata County Commissioners met for a regularly scheduled meeting at the Nowata County Annex on Monday morning.
The board discussed improvements to the county courthouse, and tabled items regarding a proclamation and permission letter from Nowata emergency services. Th ... read more »
From Dust to Debate: Capitol Takes on Human Composting
Apr 13, 2026
State Senator Casey Murdock is set to present House Bill 3660 before the Senate Business and Insurance Committee on Thursday, while also taking a flamethrower to what he calls an “absurd” misinformation campaign surrounding the measure. Murdock, a Republican from Felt, accused a fresh ... read more »
Operation Clean House is April 18
Apr 13, 2026
Operation Clean House will take place from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on April 18, offering Washington County residents a safe and responsible way to get rid of hazardous household and automotive materials.
Operateion Clean House has two locactions: Phillips 66 downtown parking lot, just wes ... read more »
Spring Free Leaf and Grass Pickup
Apr 13, 2026
The Bartlesville Spring Free Leaf and Grass pickup is May 4th through 8th on your regular collection day.
City Manager Mike Bailey asks that you make sure that you separate the yard waste from your from your regular trash. No stickers are needed and there is no extra cost.
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