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A Skiatook man was killed Monday afternoon while passing another vehicle on wet pavement. According to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol, 39-year-old Alex C. Hillyard, of Skiatook, was driving a 1996 Chevy pickup southbound on State Highway 11, approximately 1 mile north of Skiatook, when he attemp ... read more »

  A Pawhuska man was in Washington County District Court on Tuesday on felony charges of possession of firearms. 31-year old Justin T. Carson faces a possesion of firearm charge after a felony conviction after an incident in the early morning hours on Tuesday.  A probable Cause Affa ... read more »

The Pawhuska School Board had a special meeting on Monday after being unable to provide a quorum the week before. In what was a short meeting, the Board approved a memorandum of understanding with Grand Mental Health for the 2024-2025 school year. Superintendent Chris Tanner explains what that me ... read more »

A bill has been passed by the Senate that will honor the life and legacy of late Oklahoma Senator Jim Inhofe. The new VA Hospital in Tulsa will be named the James Mountain Inhofe VA Medical Center. Oklahoma Senators James Lankford and Markwayne Mullin introduced this legislation. Representaive Ke ... read more »

Bartlesville residents got a closer look at their City Council's evolving leadership during a recent interview on KWON Radio’s Community Connection Returning City Councilor Trevor Dorsey and Councilor-elect Aaron Kirkpatrick shared insights into the challenges and opportunities ahe ... read more »

The Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 610 in Bartlesville has been busy helping others. They recently raised $7,189 for the Bartlesville High School Choir, over $5000 for the Washington County Sheriff's Department Christmas program, and $5,700 for the Bartlesville Police Foundation.  & ... read more »

Classical music enthusiasts are in for a treat this Friday, November 22, 2024, as the remarkable pianist Katie Mahan headlines the “Mostly Mozart” concert at Ambler Hall, located at 415 S. Dewey, Suite 101. The event, hosted by OKM Music, promises an unforgettable evening of artistry ... read more »

  At Monday's Dewey City Council meeting, the council approved the purchase of two used vehicles and upfitting for $44,000 for the Dewey Police department. The funds were from the American Rescue Plan Act. Also, Dewey Police Jimmy Gray honored Officer Talbett LeMaster for saving ... read more »

The City of Nowata announced on Monday that the  EPA and DEQ are working in conjunction with all public water supply systems in the State of Oklahoma to gather data by conducting a Lead Service Line Inventory. The City of Nowata said in a press release that they have completed their inventor ... read more »

Late last week, Oklahoma State Superintendent Ryan Walters sent an e-mail to all Superintendents across the state saying that enrolled students were to watch a 90 second video to all kids and send it to their parents.   In the video, Walters prays for students across the state and an ... read more »

One of the most recognizable faces of the Osage Nation is being made into one of the latest Mattel Barbie dolls. Maria Tallchief, who served as the first Native American prima ballerina, was made in part for Mattel's goal of acknowledging women who have accomplished great things.   ... read more »

The Board of Osage County Commissioners convened for a brief and productive meeting at the fairgrounds on Monday morning to discuss an assortment of items.   There was discussion regarding three quotes the Board received to replace some of the existing hog and sheep pens at the Osage ... read more »

The Pawhuska City Council has decided to give City Manager Jerry Eubanks a $25,000 raise. This comes after Assistant City Manager Carol Jones announced she would be resigning.    Here is what Eubanks had to say on Jones' resignation during Tuesday evening's regularly sch ... read more »

Authorities are actively investigating a dog attack that occurred on Friday morning.   In an update Monday, Ward says BPD recognizes the concern this incident has raised within the community and want to assure residents that the safety and well-being of all citizens remain our highes ... read more »

Oklahoma Wesleyan University in Bartlesville is known for excellence in all their educational oppportunities, including the arts.   Appearing on Community Connection, OKWU's Dean of Education and Humanities Jason Flick and graduate assistant Krista Albertson invited all high scho ... read more »