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Washington Co. Commissioners to Meet Monday
Oct 18, 2024
The Washington County Commissioners have a fairly standard meeting scheduled for Monday morning.
According to the agenda, the commissioners are expected to address a change order for the construction project at the Washington County Emergency Management complex on Bison Road, just north of No ... read more »
Congressman Kevin Hern Visits KWON
Oct 18, 2024
KWON AM 1400-FM 93.3/95.1 had the pleasure of welcoming U.S. Congressman Kevin Hern for a visit on Friday morning.
Hern had just come from the Vera Breakfast, a well-known local event. He remarked, "It's known throughout the state as a place that former Representative Earl Sears host ... read more »
Jesus Burger at Get Real Ministries Happening This Saturday at Noon
Oct 18, 2024
Join Get Real Ministries in Bartlesville this Saturday at noon for Jesus Burger, an event where you can nourish both your body and spirit alongside others who have overcome various addictions and life challenges. Whether you're in the process of healing or have already found recove ... read more »
Bill Knight Takes Over the Doenges Ford Dealership
Oct 18, 2024
In mid-June, Brad Doenges announced on KWON's CAR TALK program that Bartlesville's long time Ford dealer was selling it's franchise to Bill Knight Ford. The closing of the deal took place on Tuesday, October 15, 2024.
Similar to the Doenges Family of Autos, Bill Knight ... read more »
Wesleyan Christian Senior Keziah Beu Named September Patriot Auto Student of the Month
Oct 17, 2024
Wesleyan Christian School Senior Keziah Beu has been named one of the Patriot Auto Students of the Month for September, presented by Truity Credit Union and Bartlesville Radio.
Beu is actively involved in the drama department at Wesleyan Christian, on the basketball team and is a m ... read more »
Pawhuska Senior Canyon Hindman Named September Patriot Auto Student of the Month
Oct 17, 2024
Pawhuska High School Senior Canyon Hindman has been named one of the Patriot Auto Students of the Month for September, presented by Truity Credit Union and Bartlesville Radio.
Hindman is on Student Council and is a team leader in football, basketball and baseball. He is concurrentl ... read more »
Woman arrested on Child neglect charges in Dewey
Oct 17, 2024
A Dewey woman faces two felony counts of child neglect after being arrested after a months long investigation. 43-year-old Sabra Stevenson appeared in Washington County District Court on Thursday after a warrant was issued for her arrest and was brought into custody.
Co ... read more »
Lawsuit Filed Against State Supt. Walters
Oct 17, 2024
A lawsuit has been filed asking the Oklahoma Supreme Court to block Oklahoma State Superintendent of Public Instruction, Ryan Walters and the mandate stating all public schools must incorporate the Bible into their curriculum. The News on 6 reports that parents, teachers and faith leaders alike a ... read more »
Phillips 66 Faces $604.9 Million Verdict by California Jury
Oct 17, 2024
A California jury on Wednesday returned a more than $600 million verdict against Phillips 66 for stealing trade secrets from another company.
The lawsuit was brought by Propel Fuels, Inc., which alleges Phillips 66 stole its trade secrets related to Propel’s renewable fuels business. Th ... read more »
Drought, Fire Conditions Worsen Across the Area
Oct 17, 2024
Drought conditions continue to expand across northeast Oklahoma and southeast Kansas.
The National Weather Service in Tulsa says with the exception of portions of east-central Oklahoma, severe drought has expanded across much of the area.
Additionally, increased southerly winds and low re ... read more »
Fire Partially Destroys Independence, Kan. Home
Oct 17, 2024
An early morning fire nearly destroyed an Independence, Kan. home.
Officials with the Independence Fire-EMS Department say the call came in just after midnight Thursday morning in the 200 block of South Earl Street.
Upon arrival, a fully engulfed structure fire was observed, and a second ... read more »
Oklahoma Judicial Scorecard
Oct 17, 2024
David Bond, Vice President for Advocacy at the Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs (OCPA), recently joined Community Connection to talk about OCPA’s efforts to assess the Oklahoma State Supreme Court ahead of the upcoming November elections. Bond emphasized the importance of OCPA's Judic ... read more »