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Montgomery County Latest to Institute Burn Ban
Oct 28, 2024
Montgomery County, Kan. joins a growing list of jurisdictions under a burn ban.
County Emergency Management Director Rick Whitson says the ban was needed because of the multiple fires over the weekend.
The ban is in effect until Nov. 4. Whitson says the strain o ... read more »
Things Get Testy at Osage Co Commissioner Meeting
Oct 28, 2024
During the citizen's input portion of Monday's Osage County Commissioners meeting, failed candidate for county commissioner, Bud Beaston presented the Board with pictures of the courthouse annex that were attempting to show the annex isn't being built in a structurally sound manner. D ... read more »
Bill Comes into Law Holding Agencies More Accountable
Oct 28, 2024
A bill that Oklahoma Senator James Lankford and a colleague from across the aisle authored has been signed into law. The Reuse Excess Property Act will hold agencies more accountable to the public on how they reuse excess personal property. Lankford says it's pretty simple, use the things you ... read more »
Dewey man charged with felony DUI charge
Oct 28, 2024
A Dewey man was in Washington County District Court on Monday after allegedly Driving Under the Influence of Drugs and other allegations stemming from an incident 39 on Saturday.
39-year-old Michael Cornelius faces 1 felony count of driving while under the influence of drugs, carry ... read more »
Green Country Christmas Kick-Off is Wednesday
Oct 28, 2024
KWON-KYFM-KRIG-KPGM's Green Country Christmas will kick-off at Cherokee Casino-Ramona on Wednesday evening.
Appearing on COMMUNITY CONNECTION, Dorea Potter and Tina Romine invited you be one of the first to get your Green Country Christmas tickets at the Cherokee Casino. 100.1 ... read more »
Washington Co. Burn Ban Extended Until Nov. 11
Oct 28, 2024
The Washington County Commissioners extended the county-wide burn ban until Nov. 11.
Emergency Management Director Kary Cox says the extremely dry conditions, as well as strong winds, will continue through at least Tuesday evening, but acknowledged there is a high chance of rain in the foreca ... read more »
Nowata County in Extreme Fire Danger Monday
Oct 28, 2024
Nowata County is still in Burn ban, Emergency Management Coordinator Laurie Summers says that conditions are expected to be the most dangerous on Monday afternoon.
Summers says the extreme fire danger in Nowata County will continue through Tuesday, but that says that the ... read more »
High-Speed Chase Through Bartlesville Ends in Arrest
Oct 26, 2024
A high-speed police chase through Bartlesville Saturday afternoon involving several BPD units ended with an arrest.
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Bartlesville Assistant Police Chief Andrew Ward tells Bartlesville Radio, "There was a stolen vehicle that was reported out of another jurisdiction. We had a successf ... read more »
Comedian Jeff Allen’s New Tour Are We There Yet? is Coming to Pawhuska
Oct 27, 2024
Jeff Allen, a comedian known for his clean, relatable humor, is on tour with his new show, Are We There Yet?, a hilarious take on family life, marriage, and grandparenting. With decades of experience and a reputation for laughs per minute, Allen connects with audiences through stories about real- ... read more »
Fundraiser Started for Safari Zoological Park Home Fire
Oct 25, 2024
A fundraiser is being organized for the owners of Safari Zoological Park in Caney who lost their home to a fire.
Late Wednesday night, a fire started from a propane tank on the property and spread to a guest cabin and then home of Tom and Alexis Harvey. Alexis' older sister Dan ... read more »
UPDATE: Lockdown Lifted at Pawhuska Schools
Oct 25, 2024
UPDATE: The lockdown at Pawhuska Public Schools has been lifted. Police have apprehended the subject. The school district reports all students and staff are safe.
Superintendent Chris Tanner says a possibly intoxicated man in a Halloween mask prompted the lockdown.
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Brandon Wade for CD 2
Oct 25, 2024
Brandon Wade is a Democrat who is challenging Republican incumbent Josh Brecheen in Oklahoma's 2nd Congressional District, recently outlined his campaign priorities on Community Connection.
Representing an expansive district, Wade highlighted his focus on economic relief, housing, educat ... read more »
Washington Co. to Consider Extending Burn Ban
Oct 25, 2024
Washington County officials will consider extending the burn ban for another 14 days.
According to an agenda for the Washington County Commissioners’ Monday meeting, Emergency Management Director Kary Cox will present a resolution to extend the burn ban, which was initially approved on ... read more »
Red Flag Warning Issued for Thursday
Oct 24, 2024
The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for the Oklahoma listening area from noon until 7 p.m. Thursday.
A Red Flag Warning means that a dangerous combination of weather conditions and dry vegetation is expected, favoring rapid growth and spread of any wildfires.
South ... read more »
Bartlesville Art Association’s Inaugural 6x6 Event Features Art and Fun
Oct 25, 2024
On November 9, Bartlesville’s art enthusiasts will come together for the Bartlesville Art Association’s inaugural 6x6 fundraiser, a unique event designed to make art accessible, affordable, and fun. Hosted at the local Cooper and Mill, the event promises an eclectic mix of artwork, re ... read more »