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Bartlesville native John Pannell was sentenced to prison in Washington County District Court on Friday. Pannell will serve 18 months in the Department of Corrections, followed by 18 months of supervised release. Pannell also owes $1,000 in fines and costs and will pay $250 to the victim, Aman ... read more »

A Texas pastor pleaded guilty Thursday in Osage County District Court to all five felony counts of lewd or indecent acts to a child. Robert Morris, the founder of a megachurch in Southlake, Texas will serve a 10-year suspended sentence with six of those months to be served in the Osage County ... read more »

The Nowata Community Foundation (NCF) holds its 6th annual fundraiser, “The Golf and Ghouls G.L. Myers Jr Memorial Golf Tournament, Dinner and Auction” on Saturday, October 11, at the Nowata Country Club.   Appearing on COMMUNITY CONNECTION , Cheryl Reed,  Paul Atkis ... read more »

Oklahoma Wesleyan University celebrated its annual Foster Bonanza fundraising dinner and awards Thursday evening, bringing together students, supporters, and community members.   University President Jim Dunn presented the President’s Award to longtime board member Roger Skelly ... read more »

Dewey High School Senior Lauren Leahew has been named a Patriot Auto Student of the Month for September, presented by Truity Credit Union and Bartlesville Radio.   Lauren serves as president of both the Student Council and NHS, and is active in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program, w ... read more »

South Coffeyville High School Senior Aerylle Gilpin has been named a Patriot Auto Student of the Month for September, presented by Truity Credit Union and Bartlesville Radio.   Aerylle is involved in numerous extracurricular activities, including being a four-sport athlete, student c ... read more »

Bartlesville High School Senior Adit Paul has been named the ConocoPhillips September STEM Student of the Month.   Adit is passionate about robotics. He is active in the VEX Robotics Club at BHS and recently joined the Tri County Tech FIRST Robotics Team. He says the study of theory ... read more »

Gov. Kevin Stitt announced a new beginning for public education in Oklahoma on Thursday with ties back to Bartlesville. CLICK HERE FOR THE AUDIO VERSION OF THIS STORY An air of excitement filled the library at Eisenhower International School in Tulsa as Gov. Kevin Stitt formally announced ... read more »

A Bartlesville man is facing criminal charges after allegedly possessing methamphetamine. 42-year-old John Powell was charged on Monday with possession of a controlled dangerous substance (CDS). According to the Bartlesville Police Department, authorities stopped Powell after he was alleg ... read more »

The 21st annual National Indian Taco Championship is coming back to Pawhuska this Saturday. The event lasts from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and there will be 20 competitors vying for the top prize and around 40 non-food vendors who will be showing off and selling their goods.   Pawhuska Chamb ... read more »

Each year, millions of older adults rely on Medicare Part D to help cover the cost of prescription medications. While these plans provide critical support, navigating the many choices and completing the required paperwork can feel overwhelming. Comparing premiums, formularies, and coverage option ... read more »

Feeling overwhelmed by daily responsibilities, medical appointments, or making decisions about your care or a loved one’s care? You’re not alone. Navigating the aging journey can be complex, but Elder Care is here to help you every step of the way.   Appeariing on COMMUNI ... read more »

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 »

 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 »

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 »