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Osage County Treasurer Staying On

Sep 23, 2024

The Board of Osage County Commissioners convened at the fairgrounds on Monday morning for what mostly a routine meeting.   During the new business portion of Monday's meeting, the Board got some exciting news from Treasurer Sally Hulse.   This news came one week afte ... read more »

Osage Co Residents Upset Over Possible Housing Addition

Sep 23, 2024

At Monday's Osage County Commissioners meeting, a group of citizens were there to voice their displeasure about the Board considering taking a first step that would allow a housing development to go up on a plat of land near Skiatook. That first step would be turning the 40 acre plot from agr ... read more »

Lighthouse Outreach Center Breaks Ground on New Transitional Housing

Sep 23, 2024

The Lighthouse Outreach Center in west Bartlesville is growing to meet some of the demand to assist the unhoused find their next step to stability. Monday morning, The Lighthouse broke ground on a new facility in the 500 block of Bucy Avenue that will provide transitional housing. Executi ... read more »

PODCAST: Congressman Josh Brecheen 9-23-24

Sep 23, 2024

US Congressman for Oklahoma's 2nd Congressional District Josh Brecheen called into our Bartlesville Radio Studios for his monthly podcast with us.   Brecheen said he will be a "NO" vote for a continuing resolution to keep the government funded for the next couple of mon ... read more »

Nowata County Board of Commissioner's to revisit burn ban

Sep 23, 2024

 The Nowata County Commissioners held their weekly Meeting on Monday, on the agenda were various items including improvements to the Nowata County Courthouse. Vice-Chairman of the Board Paul Crupper discussed some of the improvements and he said work on the pipes of the building will begin o ... read more »

Exciting Events Coming to Bartlesville Public Library and History Museum This Fall

Sep 23, 2024

On KWON Radio’s CITY MATTERS program, Kylie Roberson, Director of the Bartlesville Public Library and History Museum, shared an array of exciting programs and events lined up for October. From theater workshops to Halloween festivities, there’s something for everyone at the library an ... read more »

Back to Bartlesville Fly-In: A Soaring Success

Sep 23, 2024

Appearing on KWON Radio's CITY MATTERS program, Bartlesville Airport Manager Michael Richardson shared the excitement surrounding the second annual Back to Bartlesville Regional Fly-In, held last weekend. The event, which also hosted the seventh annual All-Belanca Fly-In, attracted over 1,100 ... read more »

CITY MATTERS: Bartlesville Water Sources Update and Water Reuse Initiatives

Sep 23, 2024

During a recent appearance on KWON Radio's "CITY MATTERS," Bartlesville City Water Utilities Manager Terry Lauritsen provided crucial updates on the city's water supply sources and discussed innovative water reuse practices. With a growing focus on long-term sustainability, the ... read more »

Nowata Public Schools issues statement on school violence

Sep 22, 2024

Nowata Public Schools has issued a letter to the school community about the threat of violence at schools.    In a letter by School Superintendent Tim Simpson on Friday, Simpson outlined guidelines for parents to help avoid issues related with threats of violence. Simpson said t ... read more »

Westside Community Center "Echoes of Time" Fundraising Weekend a Big Hit

Sep 22, 2024

  The Westside Community Center is  thrilled to share that the turnout for our Echoes of Time Fundraising Weekend was truly remarkable! Whether you attended, contributed, or supported us in spirit, your involvement played a crucial role in making this event unforgettable.   ... read more »

Osage Co Commissioners Appear to Have Standard Monday Meeting

Sep 20, 2024

The Board of Osage County Commissioners will convene for a regularly scheduled meeting at the fairgrounds on Monday morning for what is expected to be a routine meeting.   At that meeting, the Board will consider signing an application for approval of a subdivision plat at Crystal Ac ... read more »

1 Person Dead Following Pawnee Storm

Sep 20, 2024

Authorities say one death has been reported following a strong storm that moved through part of Oklahoma. The storm hit Pawnee on Thursday night. It flipped over several camping vehicles and downed trees and power lines. The city on Friday says several areas were without power and asked r ... read more »

Rogers County Offers Free Local Emergency Alerts

Sep 20, 2024

Residents in Rogers County can now receive free emergency alerts based on where you live. The service is being provided by Rogers County Emergency Management. The alerts are available by phone call, email or text messages and are localized based upon the address you register when signing up f ... read more »

Ochelata Man Sentenced After 2022 Armed Robbery

Sep 20, 2024

An Ochelata man has been sentenced to nine years in federal prison after being convicted following a Bartlesville armed robbery back in 2022. 20-year-old Kaleb Scullawl was sentenced by a judge Friday in a Tulsa federal courtroom. He will also be required to have three years of supervision af ... read more »

Upcoming Elder Care Event: Understanding the Stages of Alzheimer's with Dr. James Hutchins

Sep 20, 2024

Date: Thursday, September 26 Time: 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Location: Elder Care Cost: Free Elder Care is hosting a free informational event, “What to Expect in the Different Stages of Alzheimer's,” offering a valuable opportunity for families and caregivers to learn abou ... read more »