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Washington Co. Commissioners Approve Claim for Ad Valorem Loss
Mar 03, 2025
The Washington County Commissioners met Monday morning to take care of several items of business for the first of the month.
In addition to hearing presentations from the Washington County OSU Extension Office and American Fidelity, the commissioners also approved a notarized form ... read more »
Courthouse Improvements, Executive Session Highlight Nowata County Commissioners Meeting
Mar 03, 2025
The Nowata County Commissioners met on Monday morning at the Nowata County Courthouse Annex.
The commissioners discussed the ongoing project to improve the Nowata County Courthouse, and continued the discussion from last week's improvements that involved light fixtures and heat ... read more »
Moody Promoted to Arvest Commercial Loan Manager
Mar 03, 2025
Arvest Bank announces the promotion of Nicholas Moody to commercial loan manager serving Bartlesville, Dewey and Nowata.
“Nicholas will be an outstanding leader for the commercial lending team at Arvest,” said loan manager Jay Dyer. "He has already demonstrated solid com ... read more »
City of Bartlesville Auction Set for Saturday
Mar 03, 2025
The city of Bartlesville’s surplus property auction is set to begin at 10 a.m. Saturday at the City Operations Center, 1721 W. Fifth St.
“Everyone is welcome to come at 9 a.m. to preview the items before the auction starts at 10 a.m.,” said Public Works Director Keith Henry. ... read more »
Severe Thunderstorms Possible
Mar 03, 2025
Thunderstorm chances as well as severe weather potentials increase Monday night from west to east across eastern OK and northwest AR ahead of an approaching dryline. Large hail and damaging wind gusts are the primary hazards, with the greater potential across portions of eastern Oklahoma after mi ... read more »
Wildfire Breaks Out Between Copan and Dewey
Feb 28, 2025
A wildfire broke out on Friday afternoon between Copan and Dewey off of County Rd. 1200 and a half-mile east of 4020 Rd. Washington County Emergency Manager Kary Cox gives the latest as of 2 p.m.
Several structures were threatened, but fire crews were able to save them. No injuries are ... read more »
Bartlesville Man Facing Misdemeanor Assault Charge
Feb 28, 2025
A Bartlesville man is facing misdemeanor charges after allegedly assaulting someone.
46-year-old Jackie Misemer was charged on Friday with domestic abuse by assault and battery.
According to the Bartlesville Police Department, Misemer allegedly got into an argument w ... read more »
Osage Co. Commissioners Look to Have a Busy Monday
Feb 28, 2025
The Board of Osage County Commissioners will convene for a regularly scheduled meeting at the fairgrounds on Monday morning.
At that meeting, there will be discussion to consider signing a resolution for a change in use tax distribution. There will also be discussion to sign a resolution that ... read more »
Osage Hills State Park Open After Wildfire Causes Closure
Feb 28, 2025
A wildfire near Osage Hills State Park Thursday afternoon prompted officials to close the park for a short time. The park is back open, but the Woodland Trail, Creek Loop and the Bluffs remain closed until further notice, as the fire is still in those locations.
Because of the wildfires ... read more »
Adams Closed Due to Downed Power Lines
Feb 27, 2025
An oversized load struck a power line between Adams road and Quapaw this afternoon.
Bartlesville Deputy Police Chief Andrew Ward explains the details.
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CAPITOL CALL Powered by Phillips 66
Feb 28, 2025
The Bartlesville Chamber of Commerce hosted the Eggs & Issues forum Friday morning at Tri County Tech, featuring the local delegation of Sen. Julie Daniels, Rep. John B. Kane and Rep. Judd Strom.
Topics of discussion included dealing with the state budget and a slight shortfall ... read more »
Bartlesville Man Facing Embezzlement Charges
Feb 27, 2025
A Bartlesville man is facing felony charges after allegedly stealing, selling and trading company equipment from a manufacturing business in Dewey.
33-year-old Tyler Lay was charged on Wednesday with five counts of embezzlement.
According to the Washington County She ... read more »
Ramona Man Facing Child Neglect Charge
Feb 26, 2025
A Ramona man is facing a felony charge after allegedly smashing windows in his house.
23-year-old Nicholas Workman was charged on Friday with child neglect.
According to the Ramona Police Department, Workman was allegedly at the residence on Feb. 20 between 4 p.m. to ... read more »
Drug Bust on Osage and Kay County Line
Feb 26, 2025
The Osage County Sheriff's Office worked in coordination with the Kay County Sheriff's Office to make a drug bust at 6000 E. Lake Rd. in Ponca City. After working with several other agencies, enough probable cause was found to request a search warrant and it was executed on Tuesday.
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Bartlesville Chamber of Commerce Gears Up for a Busy March
Feb 26, 2025
Bartlesville’s business community is staying active with a packed schedule of events hosted by the Greater Bartlesville Chamber of Commerce. CEO Sherri Wilt recently provided updates on upcoming programs designed to support local businesses and foster economic growth.
Appearing on COMMU ... read more »