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Barndall Receives $2.5M Federal Grant for Waxhoma Lake Dam

Sep 26, 2024

U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo announced this week the Department’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) is awarding a $2.5 million grant to the city of Barnsdall, for infrastructure improvements to support business development in the region.   This grant will re ... read more »

City of Caney Under a Boil Water Order

Sep 26, 2024

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has issued a boil water advisory for the city of Caney's public water supply system, however city officials have issued a mandatory boil order. According to city officials, an electrical issue during the overnight hours Wednesday caused no a ... read more »

University of Oklahoma Holding Native Nations Day

Sep 26, 2024

All Native American seniors are welcome to Native Nations Day at the University of Oklahoma on Monday, October 21st. Students will have the ability to connect with campus resources and people who would help further their college career.   For any Osage Nation or JOM student, transpor ... read more »

Upcoming Events for Republicans and Conservatives in Washington County

Sep 26, 2024

Monthly Meeting on October 1 The Republican and Other Conservatives of Washington County (ROCWC) invite all members and interested individuals to their monthly meeting on Tuesday, October 1, from 6:30 PM to 7:45 PM. The gathering will take place at Crossing 2nd in Bartlesville and f ... read more »

Bridge North of Caney to be Replaced

Sep 25, 2024

A bridge on U.S. 75 north of Caney, Kan., will soon be replaced. The Kansas Department of Transportation expects to begin a project to replace the Cheyenne Creek Bridge one mile north of the U.S. 166 and U.S. 75 junction at Caney. Work is expected to start on Monday, Oct. 7. The bridge w ... read more »

Gov. Stitt Recovers from Heart Blockage

Sep 25, 2024

Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt says he has returned to work following heart surgery to clear a blocked artery. The Republican governor said in a statement Wednesday that he received a stent last week at Oklahoma Heart Hospital South. His spokesperson Abegail Cave said in a statement that the block ... read more »

Delaware Tribe, Osage Nation Receive Justice Grants

Sep 25, 2024

The Delaware Tribe of Indians and the Osage Nation have both received grants to assist with decreasing domestic violence and to help victims of crime. The grants are from the U.S. Department of Justice for the Northern District of Oklahoma. The Delaware Tribe received more than $280,000 to he ... read more »

Lankford Speaks in Opposition of Abortion Resolution

Sep 25, 2024

Oklahoma Senator James Lankford took to the floor on Tuesday and spoke out in opposition of the democrats attempting to force an abortion vote through the Senate. Lankford believed the resolution says the Senate doesn't care about life saving care for women and that doctor's can face crim ... read more »

Dewey High School Graduation to be held at Bulldogger Stadium

Sep 25, 2024

Dewey Public Schools announced earlier this week that because of the anticipated remodel of their the interior of their gym in  May 2025, the facility will not be available for indoor graduation ceremonies.    The School District said in a statement via social media that gr ... read more »

Employee of the Month Announced in Bartlesville

Sep 25, 2024

A Street Maintenance Worker for the City of Bartlesville has been selected for this month’s Employee of the Month, after helping a co-worker who needed some assistance.   Blake Baughman was selected for the honor by the Employee Advisory Committee, but it was his co-worker Ray ... read more »

Water Woes Continue in Copan

Sep 25, 2024

The town of Copan is reportedly having issues with their water supply Wednesday, causing concern at Copan Public Schools. A message from the school district says water is turned off as of Wednesday morning, but work continues at the Copan Water Plant. The school district initially said they m ... read more »

Nowata 5K Run coming up in October

Sep 25, 2024

  The Nowata 5K & Fun Run is coming up on Oct 12 and will be in Downtown Nowata at the Highway 169 & Maple Intersection.   The in-person 5k begins at 8:30 A.M with the in-person 1k at 8 a.m. Race day registration and packet pickup starts at 7:50 a.m. Participants can ... read more »

Greater Bartlesville Area Chamber of Commerce Legislative Golf Tournament Set for October 10, 2024

Sep 25, 2024

The Greater Bartlesville Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting its annual Legislative Golf Tournament on Thursday, October 10, 2024, from 11:30 AM to 5:00 PM at the Adams Municipal Golf Course, located at 5801 E Tuxedo Blvd in Bartlesville.   Appearing on the local program Community Co ... read more »

City of Bartlesville Releases Inaugural Annual Report

Sep 25, 2024

The City of Bartlesville has released their inaugural annual report, which offers an in-depth view of the city’s performance during the previous fiscal year. Officials say the report’s goal is to showcase city operations, as well as offer a financial review and provide updates fro ... read more »

Oklahoma Judicial Scorecard: Understanding the Supreme Court's Impact Ahead of the 2024 Elections

Sep 25, 2024

David Bond, Vice President for Advocacy at the Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs (OCPA), recently appeared on COMMUNITY CONNECTION to discuss the organization’s efforts to evaluate the Oklahoma State Supreme Court ahead of the upcoming November elections. Bond shared insights into OCPA' ... read more »