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A Softer Exit Strategy
Mar 25, 2026
The Oklahoma Senate has signed off on Senate Bill 483, authored by State Senator Darrell Weaver, giving counties the option to help homeless individuals relocate, ideally somewhere with a support system already waiting. The measure passed comfortably, 39-6, and now heads to the House, where Repre ... read more »
WCS Reports 100% Success Rate for Parental Choice Tax Credit as 2026-2027 Applications Near
Mar 25, 2026
Wesleyan Christian School (WCS) announces that every family who applied for the Oklahoma Parental Choice Tax Credit (PCTC) for the 2025-2026 school year successfully received the credit.
Appearing on COMMUNITY CONNECTION, WCS Supt. Curt Cloud and WSC Development Director Darci Wils ... read more »
Leadership Bartlesville Applications Available Soon
Mar 25, 2026
So, you think you know Bartlesville? Leadership Bartlesville just might prove you wrong. Leadership Bartlesville will soon be accepting applications for its next class.
Appearing on COMMUNITY CONNECTION, Laura Gorman with Leadership Bartlesville said, "The long-running l ... read more »
Nominations Sought for 122nd Bartlesville Regional Chamber of Commerce Annual Gala & Awards
Mar 25, 2026
The 122nd Bartlesville Regional Chamber of Commerce Annual Gala & Awards set for Tuesday, May 12. The annual event celebrates local businesses, community leaders, and volunteers who have made a significant impact on the area.
Appearing on COMMUNITY CONNECTION, Tress ... read more »
Pools + Eggs = An Old Fashioned Easter Egg Hunt
Mar 25, 2026
I guess dry land egg hunts are just too mainstream now, the Richard Kane YMCA is hosting an “Easter Egg Splash” on March 28 from 1 to 2 p.m. at its location on North Osage. For $12, kids can trade in grass stains for chlorine and go diving, well, politely swimming, for eggs in a pool. ... read more »
Nowata Co. Commissioners to Possibly Issue Burn Ban
Mar 24, 2026
The Board of Nowata County Commissioners is holding an emergency meeting Wednesday afternoon at 1 p.m. to potentially issue a burn ban.
The National Weather Service says strong southwest winds along with near record high temperatures are expected Thursday afternoon into the early evening hour ... read more »





