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Bartlesville Veterans Parade Set for Saturday
Nov 06, 2024
Residents of Bartlesville are encouraged to honor those who served our country during the annual Veterans Parade downtown on Saturday.
American Legion Post Commander John Hardison says it is important to show support, and the parade is a great opportunity to do just that.
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Local Election Night Results & Coverage 11.5.2024
Nov 05, 2024
Listen to live coverage of local elections starting at 7:00 PM on KWON - AM 1400, FM 93.3 and 95.1.
RESULTS:
Bartlesville City Council Ward 1
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Caney Under Another Boil Water Advisory
Nov 06, 2024
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has issued another boil water advisory for the Caney, Kan. public water supply system.
Customers should boil water for one minute prior to drinking or food preparation or use bottled water. Dispose of ice cubes and do not use ice from a househol ... read more »
Bartlesville Kiwanis Club Presents: A Nostalgic Christmas Parade on December 7
Nov 06, 2024
The annual Bartlesville Christmas Parade, hosted by the Bartlesville Kiwanis Club, is set to bring holiday magic and community spirit to downtown Bartlesville on December 7. Since 2010, this cherished tradition has united the community, and this year’s theme, “Nostalgia,” promis ... read more »
Bartlesville Kiwanis Prepares for Celebrate Giving
Nov 06, 2024
The Bartlesville Kiwanis is gearing up for Celebrate Giving, set for November 14 at The Center. In a recent appearance on Community Connection, Karen Wilson and Pat Gamble shared details on this wonderful event.
Celebrate Giving: A Showcase of Bartlesville's Nonprofits
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Bartlesville High School Fine Arts: Upcoming Events, Performances, and Fundraisers
Nov 06, 2024
The Bartlesville High School Fine Arts Department is abuzz with activity, bringing a season filled with performances, fundraisers, and community involvement. Recently, Jody Burch and Ryker Burch from the Bartlesville High School Choir and Theater joined Tom Davis on KWON Radio’s Community C ... read more »
Brecheen Issues Statement After Re-Election Victory
Nov 05, 2024
Oklahoma’s Second Congressional District Rep. Josh Brecheen overwhelmingly won re-election Tuesday with more than 74% of the vote to serve a second term in office.
Brecheen faced Democratic challenger Brandon Wade and independent candidate Ronnie Hopkins.
After his victory Tuesday, ... read more »
Bartlesville Voters Elect 3 New City Council Members
Nov 05, 2024
Bartlesville City Council will have three new members in Ward 1, Ward 2 and Ward 4 after Tuesday's election and voters in Ward 5 decided to retain their current representation.
Tim Sherrick defeated incumbent Ward 1 Councilor and current Mayor Dale Copeland by just over 100 vot ... read more »
Nowata County sees highest turnout in years, officials say
Nov 05, 2024
In Nowata County, Election officials said Tuesday night may have been the best turnout in years, if not ever. Doug Maddox is the Chairman of the Election Board in Nowata County, and says how he thought everything went on election day.
While official numbers on voter turnout have no ... read more »
Wynona School Bond Election Passes
Nov 05, 2024
Residents within the Wynona School District headed to the polls on Tuesday to vote on a bond proposal for repairs to the school. That proposition passed with just over 60 percent of the vote.
The passage of this bond will allow the district to repair or remodel bathrooms, classrooms, ha ... read more »
Precincts Report High Voter Turnout on Election Day
Nov 05, 2024
Election Day turnout across Washington County appears to be higher than normal at polling places.
At St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in downtown Bartlesville, voters were waiting in line for about an hour as of 10 a.m. Other precincts across the county reported lines were steadily moving.
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OSU Extension Master Gardener Program Prepares for Upcoming Course Enrollment
Nov 05, 2024
Appearing on KWON Radio’s Community Connection, Kennedy McCall, an OSU Extension Master Gardener and agricultural educator, told us about the upcoming season for the Master Gardeners Program in Washington County. The program, designed to deepen community members’ gardening knowledge a ... read more »
Osage County Voters Heading to the Polls Tuesday
Nov 05, 2024
Osage County voters are headed to the polls today. Below is a list of sample ballots, depending upon which precinct you reside in:
Osage County Sample Ballot One
Osage County Sample Ballot Two
Osage County Sample Ballot Three
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Local Celebrities to Dance for Paths to Independence's “Dancing with the Bartlesville Stars”
Nov 05, 2024
"Dancing with the Bartlesville Stars" is set to light up the Bartlesville Community Center this Saturday, November 9 at 7 p.m., with local personalities set to bring both dance and laughter to the stage.
Hosted as a fundraiser for Paths to Independence (PTI), a local sch ... read more »
KWON's CITY MATTERS with Vice Mayor Jim
Nov 05, 2024
Bartlesville’s Vice Mayor Jim Curd appeared on KWON's City Matters program t talk about the approval of the city's comprehensive plan, recent Fair Labor Standards Act adjustments for city employees, and upcoming community initiatives.
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