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City Councilor Loren Roszel Announces Re-election Bid
Jul 16, 2024
While appearing on KWON's CITY MATTERS program on Tuesday, City Councilor Loren Roszel, Ward 2, Bartlesville, announced he's filed for re-election.
Roszel filled most of the program's time reminding citizens for recent city matters including; the new pickleball courts; ... read more »
Dewey City Council and Public Work Authority Meet for Final Time in July
Jul 15, 2024
The Dewey City Council and Public Works Authority (PWA) met back-to-back Monday evening in what were two very short meetings that consisted of just one extra agenda item each.
In the City Council meeting, City Manager Kevin Trease gave the update on sales tax numbers for Dewey this month.
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Man Arrested for Illegal Marijuana Grow
Jul 15, 2024
A Bartlesville man was seen in Washington County Court Monday on the charge of trafficking marijuana. According to an arrest affidavit, Corey Fehr was arrested July 7th after police showed up to Therapeutic Cultivations in Bartlesville due to possible growing without OBN registration.
The Okl ... read more »
Cavalcade Rodeo Starts Up on Tuesday
Jul 15, 2024
Cavalcade kicks up in full swing on Tuesday and if you have yet to purchase tickets, the Pawhuska Chamber of Commerce could still be able to help you out. They are putting on a window decorating contest and the Cavalcade Queen contestants will judge the winners on Thursday.
First p ... read more »
Commissioners Terminate Appointment of Free Fair Board Member
Jul 15, 2024
Washington County's Board of Commissioners took an unusual step Monday, sending a letter to a member of the Free Fair Board advising his services were no longer needed.
The letter is addressed to Fair Board member John Werts, who is one of three representatives from District 2. ... read more »
Osage County Commissioners Hire Assistant
Jul 15, 2024
Later in the meeting, there was discussion to hire Stacey Brace as a commissioners assistant. Before the Board could take a vote, Bud Beaston, who had ran for county commissioner of district two, asked them to table that agenda item for a week, something the commissioners didn't take kindly t ... read more »
Washington Co. Commissioners Approve SRO Agreement with Copan Schools
Jul 15, 2024
The Washington County Commissioners approved renewing an agreement on Monday to provide a sheriff's deputy as a school resource officer for Copan Public Schools.
Here's Sheriff Scott Owen with the details.
Sheriff Owen says the agreement may change during or after ... read more »
Osage Co Commissioners Send Letter to Slack
Jul 15, 2024
During the new business portion of Monday's Osage County Commissioners meeting, District Three Commissioner Charlie Cartwright informed the public that one of the Board members had attempted to put an agenda item on this week's meeting, but County Clerk Robin Slack denied that request.
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Nowata County Commissioners Re-Sign Agreements
Jul 15, 2024
The Nowata County Commissioners met this Monday morning with the absence of Chairman Timmie Benson, but with everyone else present. The commissioners approved several items, including establishing an agreement with ACCO.
County Clerk Kay Spurgeon explains the agreement.
The commissi ... read more »
Washington Co. Offices to Close Wednesday Afternoon in Memory of Ballard
Jul 15, 2024
All Washington County offices will close at noon on Wednesday in memory of former Sheriff Pat Ballard.
Ballard passed away on July 10. He served as sheriff from 1994-2008. Ballard’s memorial service is 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Bartlesville Community Center.
Washington County Board of ... read more »
Family HealthCare Clinic Now Accepts Medicare
Jul 15, 2024
Health care is important for everyone, whether it is for an annual exam, to find out what is causing your cough/fever or for a suspected lump in your breast. Yet, sometimes a simple visit to the clinic is avoided because of cost or inconvenience. Family HealthCare Clinic offers quality care at ... read more »
Miles for Mammograms 2024
Jul 15, 2024
The Miles for Mammograms 5K/2K Breast Cancer Fundraising Race is scheduled for Saturday, September 28, 2024 at 9 am at the Tower Center at Unity Square, 6th & Dewey in Bartlesville.
Appearing on COMMUNITY CONNECTION, Janice Shippy, Executive Director of the Family H ... read more »
Motorcycle Crash Kills Sand Springs Man in Osage County
Jul 15, 2024
A fatality accident occurred in the early morning on July 14, 2024, resulting in the death of Cale Turner, a 30-year-old resident of Sand Springs, Oklahoma. Turner was operating a 2005 Harley Davidson motorcycle when the accident occurred.
According to preliminary reports from local authoriti ... read more »
Congressman Brecheen Issues Statement Following Attempt on President Trump’s Life
Jul 14, 2024
Congressman Josh Brecheen issued the below statement following an attempt on President Trump’s life.
“President Trump, even with blood on his face, is not going to stop fighting for the American people. Please join us in praying for continued Providential protection for our 45th&n ... read more »
WCSO Reports Telephone Warrant Scam
Jul 12, 2024
The Washington County Sheriff's Office is reporting another telephone scam regarding arrest warrants.
Undersheriff Jon Copeland says the sheriff's office has received multiple phone calls from citizens Friday who say they have received a call from someone claiming to work f ... read more »