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Osage Co Commissioners to Meet Monday
Dec 12, 2025
The Board of Osage County Commissioners will convene for a regularly scheduled meeting at the fairgrounds on Monday.
At that meeting, the board will give an official notice that the court clerk's office and the judge's chambers will be closed next Tuesday, Wednesday and Thu ... read more »
Tri County Tech Launches Hybrid Nursing Program
Dec 12, 2025
Tri County Tech has announced the launch of their new Practical Nursing Hybrid program.
The program is designed for working adults and students that balance work, personal commitments and family. The program combines online learning with clinical practice, on-campus checkoffs and instructor-g ... read more »
Washington Co. to Discuss Possible Settlement After 2020 Inmate Death
Dec 12, 2025
The Washington County Commissioners will meet Monday morning to discuss several business items, including a possible settlement in an ongoing lawsuit after a county jail inmate died in 2020 while in custody.
The meeting will begin with a closed-door executive session to discuss a case involvi ... read more »
Bartlesville Civic Ballet's Christmas a la Carte and the 50th Anniversay of the Performance of The Nucracker Makes the Season Bright
Dec 12, 2025
It is a busy time for the Bartlesville Civic Ballet. Appearing on COMMUNITY CONNECTION, Kathe Zevas, Development Chair, told us about Christmas a la Carte 2025 and the 50th Anniversary Production of The Nutcracker.
Kathy told us Christmas a la Carte 2025 runs December 12 ... read more »
Rollover Accident Thursday Night Near Walmart
Dec 12, 2025
The Bartlesville Police Department and other first responders attended to a rollover accident on Thursday night near Walmart between Taco Bell and Murphy Oil.
Deputy Police Chief Andrew Ward said there were injuries associated with the rollover, but none were lifer-treatening.
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Fire Spread Risk Increases for Thursday Afternoon
Dec 11, 2025
Dry conditions, high temperatures, low humidity and gusty winds are combining to raise the fire risk for Thursday.
The National Weather Service in Tulsa says the conditions will potentially lead to rapid grassfire spread during the afternoon hours Thursday. The higher risk for fires is west o ... read more »
BPD Offering Safe Ride Program for New Year's
Dec 11, 2025
The Bartlesville Police Department is offering a free ride service to residents on New Year’s Eve.
The service will be active starting at 10 p.m. on Dec. 31 until 2 a.m. on Jan. 1.
Residents who have consumed alcohol and need a safe ride home can utilize the program by calling the B ... read more »
Tulsa Woman Dies in Construction Zone Crash on Highway 75
Dec 11, 2025
A 33-year-old Tulsa woman is dead after crashing through a construction zone and falling off a bridge on Highway 75 in northern Tulsa County.
The Oklahoma Highway Patrol says Jayme M. Platt was driving northbound Thursday morning in her vehicle near 56th Street North when the vehicle traveled ... read more »
Skiatook Man Indicted on 10 Counts of Threatening Federal Agents
Dec 11, 2025
A Skiatook man has been indicted on 10 counts related to threatening federal law enforcement officers.
26-year-old Logan Christopher Murfin, is charged with five counts of Threatening to Assault and Murder Federal Law Enforcement Officers with Intent to Impede, Intimidate, Interfere, an ... read more »
Authorities Searching for Missing Man Last Seen in Osage County
Dec 11, 2025
Authorities are searching for a man with medical issues who was last seen Tuesday in Osage County.
The Oklahoma Highway Patrol has issued an Endangered Missing Advisory for 44-year-old Andy G. Brewer. Troopers say he was driving a white 2007 Toyota Camry when he went missing.
Brewer is 6 ... read more »
Todd Cone Announces His Run for Washington County Associate District Judge on KWON
Dec 10, 2025
He made it offical. Todd Cone and his wife, Liz Cone, were guests on COMMUITY CONNECTION on Wednesday where Todd Cone told the listeners, "We're announcing my candidacy for the Washington County Associate District Judge."
Todd Cone talked about his background saying, ... read more »
Osage Co. Court Clerk, Court Chambers Being Relocated
Dec 10, 2025
As the renovation of the Osage County Courthouse begins, an administrative order has been put in place stating the court clerk's office and district court will be closed Tuesday, December 16 through Thursday, December 18.
Both departments will re-open in what is now the O ... read more »
Cherokee Area Council Announces 2026 Patron Dinner, Highlights Record Year for Scouting and Sustainability
Dec 10, 2025
The Cherokee Area Council of Scouting America is celebrating another great year in growth, sustainability, and youth programs while getting ready for its 2026 Patron Dinner, on February 26 from 6:30–8 p.m. at the Bartlesville Community Center.
Council Executive Phillip Wright said,&rdqu ... read more »
Energy Company Helping Local Agencies
Dec 10, 2025
Energy Transfer LP, the largest pipeline operator in Oklahoma and one of the largest midstream energy companies in North America, presented seven checks to fire departments and food pantries throughout Osage and Pawnee County. Each agency received $5,000.
The Barnsdall Fire Departm ... read more »
Pictures With The Grinch Available at the History Museum
Dec 10, 2025
The Bartlesville Area History Museum will play host to The Grinch on Tuesday, December 23. From 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., kids will be able to have their photo taken with The Grinch for free. No reservations are needed.
There will also be a coring exhibit based on the famous Dr. Sues ... read more »





