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Bartlesville Woman Facing Drug Trafficking Charge
Mar 18, 2025
A Bartlesville woman is facing one felony count of drug trafficking following a traffic stop on Monday night.
36-year-old Amanda Marie Smith was a passenger in a vehicle that was pulled over for a traffic violation just after 11 p.m. Monday near the intersection of Washington Boule ... read more »
Arvest Foundation Assisting Agape Mission
Mar 18, 2025
The Arvest Foundation has presented a $5,000 check to assist Agape Mission. They will use these funds to feed the hungry, hurting and homeless across Washington County. Arvest Sales Manager Whitney Doolin had the following to say about being able to the organization:
“Agape Mission is a ... read more »
Bartlesville Civitan Club Hosts Paddle Party Fundraiser on March 22
Mar 18, 2025
The Bartlesville Civitan Club is hosting a fundraising Paddle Party on Saturday, March 22, 2025, at 7 p.m. at the Elks Lodge, located at 1060 Swan Drive in Bartlesville. The event aims to bring the community together in support of two great causes.
Appearing on COMMUNITY CONNECTION ... read more »
City Offices to Close for a Short Period Next Week
Mar 18, 2025
With the State of the City address taking place on Thursday, March 27th, several City of Bartlesville offices will be closed for a short time on that day. This includes Bartlesville City Hall, Bartlesville's Public Library, Bartlesville' History Museum and Operations Center.
Off ... read more »
Update: Two Suspects Released in Osage County Homicide
Mar 08, 2025
Update: Two men who were being held in the Osage County Jail on accessory to murder charges in regards to a shooting that occurred at Lake Bluestem near Pawhuska last weekend have been released.
Osage County District Attorney Mike Fisher says there is insufficent evidence to hold Allen Brown ... read more »
CITY MATTERS: Bartlesville City Council Prepares for Strategic Planning Workshop, Debates Flock Cameras
Mar 18, 2025
Bartlesville City Councilor Tim Sherrick recently appeared on KWON Radio’s City Matters program to talk about some upcoming city initiatives, including a strategic planning workshop and the debate over the controversial Flock cameras.
Sherrick said the workshop that is schedu ... read more »
Emily Bowling Appointed to National CASA/GAL Tribal Leadership Council
Mar 18, 2025
The National CASA/GAL has announced the appointment of Emily Bowling, Executive Director of CASA of Northeast Oklahoma, to its National CASA/GAL Tribal Leadership Council. Bowling will serve a two-year term alongside child welfare leaders from across the nation, working to address the unique need ... read more »
Elder Care's Open Door Café: A Relaxed Space for Caregivers to Connect and Recharge
Mar 18, 2025
For caregivers seeking support in a casual and welcoming environment, the Open Door Café at Elder Care offers an ideal gathering every Thursday from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. This non-traditional caregiver support group prov ... read more »
Dewey City Council Discusses Ordinance Amendment on Homeless Population
Mar 17, 2025
The Dewey City Council and Dewey Public Works Authority met for the second time this month on Monday night at Dewey City Hall.
During the meeting, the council carried a motion to amend an ordinance section on health and sanitation involving unauthorized camps on city owned lands.
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Barnsdall Man Taken into Custody on DUI Charge
Mar 17, 2025
A Barnsdall man was taken into custody on Saturday on a felony DUI charge and a misdemeanor possession of paraphernalia charge. Dispatch received several phone calls of Chance Hogue driving a van northbound on Highway 75 at speeds of 100 miles per hour.
Officers first observe ... read more »
Bartlesville Firefighters Responded to 30 Calls Friday
Mar 17, 2025
Bartlesville firefighters responded to approximately 30 fires between 1 p.m. and 10 p.m. Friday as high winds wreaked havoc across the state.
The fires resulted from high winds blowing down power lines and trees, igniting last year's dried grass and leaves, said Fire Chief H.C. ... read more »
District Three to Begin Work on Satelite Shop
Mar 17, 2025
The Board of Osage County Commissioners convened for a regularly scheduled meeting at the fairgrounds on Monday morning.
At that meeting, Osage County Emergency Manager Jerry Roberts told the Board it would be best to have the county-wide dump day on Saturday, April 26th. The ... read more »
Commissioners Approve Contract for Upgraded 911 System
Mar 17, 2025
Work is about to begin for an update to the 911 system in Washington County.
The county and city dispatchers already have access to an enhanced mapping system that identifies location and addresses for where 911 calls come from, but the system is limited to approximations based on ... read more »
KWON's Radio Signal Received 200 Miles North of Arctic Circle
Mar 04, 2025
KWON 1400 AM in Bartlesville recently received a reception report from two avid DXer brothers Jari and Timo Luoma who are stationed in the remote area of Finnish Lapland. Their successful capture of KWON's signal, which is 4,587 miles away from them, is a bit of a big deal in the world of lon ... read more »
SPCA Featured Pet of the Week
Mar 17, 2025
Are you looking for a fun-loving, adventure-ready companion? Meet Flower, our Bartlesville SPCA featured pet of the week!
Flower is a playful Lab mix who is full of energy and loves toys. She is always up for some fun, so if you enjoy outdoor adventures, she is the perfect fi ... read more »