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Bartlesville Man Charged With Indirect Contempt of Court
Jun 03, 2025
A Bartlesville man is facing multiple misdemeanor charges after allegedly violating a no-contact provision on a bond condition.
30-year-old Michael McGinnis was charged on Tuesday with four counts of indirect contempt of court.
According to the Washington County Dist ... read more »
Severe Weather Outlook
Jun 03, 2025
A slight risk for severe thunderstorms is forecast for much of eastern Oklahoma and far northwest Arkansas on Tuesday afternoon and evening, according to the National Weather Service.
Forecasters say the main threats will be hail up to the size of ping pong balls and damaging winds of up to 7 ... read more »
Free Fishing Weekend in Oklahoma
Jun 03, 2025
The yearly free fishing weekend is taking place all across Oklahoma this Saturday and Sunday. A few regulations are still in effect. Those fishing for paddlefish will need a permit and some city-managed lakes could require additional documentation.
In most cases those 18 and ... read more »
Chamber Forum: Legislative Wrap Up
Jun 03, 2025
Our local state lawmakers appeared in panel fashion to respond to questions regarding the latest Oklahoma legislative session at Tri County Tech over lunch on Tuesday presented by the Greater Bartlesville Chamber of Commerce.
Before the discussion began, Adam Maxey, Vice ... read more »
Walking Area Renamed Beeman Parkway
Jun 03, 2025
At Monday evening's city council meeting in Bartlesville, action was taken to rename a section of the internal parkway at Lee Lake to, "Lisa Beeman Parkway." Beeman was the former Community Development Director for the City of Bartlesville and Mayor Jim Curd says he is proud to call ... read more »
OSDH Offering Training Program
Jun 03, 2025
The Oklahoma State Department of Health District Four is looking for participation from businesses and other organizations to minimize health related costs. This will be part of a two day training program in late June.
Cherokee Nation Public Health Administrator Julie Kimble says there ... read more »
DAR Hosts Presentation on the History of Veterans Park with Mayor James Curd
Jun 03, 2025
The Bartlesville chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) will hold a special presentation on the history of Veterans Park this Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. at the Neighborhood Connection, located at the corner of Shawnee Avenue and Sixth Street.
Mayor James Curd will join the grou ... read more »
Bartlesville Council Addresses Homelessness, Surveillance, and Transparency in City Meeting
Jun 03, 2025
The Bartlesville City Council passed a new ordinance Monday evening aimed at 'managing homelessness in public spaces while affirming a humanitarian approach to the issue,' according to Councilman Tim Sherrick in a Tuesday interview on KWON Radio’s City Matters.
The ordinan ... read more »
Kiwanis Freedom Fest Set for July 4th in Bartlesville
Jun 02, 2025
You won't want to miss our nation's 249th birthday! Join the Bartlesville Kiwanis as they present Freedom Fest on Friday, July 4th, at Sooner Park in Bartlesville.
Freedom Fest kicks off at 6 p.m. that evening with an opening and a welcoming with our National Anthem, ... read more »
Unsheltered Ordinance Passed in Bartlesville
Jun 02, 2025
Many gathered at Bartlesville's city council chambers on Monday evening and heard an update on the unsheltered homeless task force from member Rachel Showler. Showler talked about the golden circle they have used to gain insights on who they are trying to help. The golden circle is who are th ... read more »
Dewey City Council Talks Bond Projects
Jun 02, 2025
Dewey City Council met for the first time in the month of June on Monday night at Dewey City Hall.
The council approved amendments to the 2024-2025 fiscal year, with revenue increases for special fire donations and taxes on motor vehicles and gasoline. The council also approved exp ... read more »
Bartlesville Man Charged With Domestic Assault
Jun 02, 2025
A Bartlesville man is facing a misdemeanor charge after allegedly assaulting someone.
39-year-old Rafael Almendarez was charged on Monday with domestic assault and battery.
According to the Bartlesville Police Department, on May 1, Almendarez allegedly got into an ar ... read more »
Lowe to be Sentenced This Week After Taking Plea
Jun 02, 2025
A Barnsdall man who accepted a plea deal after killing a 15-year old and sending his 16-year old daughter to the hospital is set to be sentenced this week. Weston Lowe pleaded guilty on a DUI charge and will serve up to 20 years in prison. He could get out in as early as five years.
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Bartlesville Man Facing Strangulation Charge
Jun 02, 2025
A Bartlesville man is facing a felony charge after allegedly strangling someone.
19-year-old Nicholas Alday was charged on Monday with domestic assault and battery by strangulation.
According to the Bartlesville Police Department, on May 27, Alday allegedly got into ... read more »
Bartlesville Man Charged With Bail Jumping
Jun 02, 2025
A Bartlesville man is facing a felony charge after allegedly failing to appear for a court date.
34-year-old Tanner Edwards was charged on Monday with bail jumping.
According to the Washington County District Attorney's Office, Edwards allegedly failed to appear ... read more »