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Sample Ballots Now Available for Aug. 25 Election

Jul 08, 2026

Sample ballots are now available for voters participating in the Aug. 25 Runoff Primary Election, the City of Bartlesville Special Election and the Bartlesville Public Schools Special Election, according to the Washington County Election Board. Voters can view or download their sample ballot ... read more »

Future Cowboys Invited to 'Bound for Stilly' Event

Jul 08, 2026

Incoming Oklahoma State University freshmen from Washington County can kick off their college journey with a free "Bound for Stilly" celebration on Friday, July 10, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Scissortail Brewing Company. Hosted by the Washington County OSU Alumni Chapter, the event welcomes ne ... read more »

Lankford Backs Religious Schools in Supreme Court Fight

Jul 08, 2026

Senator James Lankford is joining dozens of Republican lawmakers in asking the U.S. Supreme Court to side with faith-based schools in a high-profile school choice case set for the Court's October 2026 term. Lankford and Tim Walberg led an amicus brief arguing that Colorado unfairly excluded C ... read more »

The 20th Annual Samaritan Sports Spectacular

Jul 08, 2026

The 20th Annual Samaritan Sports Spectacular will take place on Saturday, August 22, 2026 at the Hilton Garden Inn Bartlesville. This highly popular, sports-themed tailgate and fundraising gala benefits the Samaritan Counseling and Growth Center in Bartlesville.   Appearing on COMMUN ... read more »

Free Disposal Site Open and Dates Extended for Trees, Vegetative Debris

Jul 08, 2026

The City of Bartlesville has opened a free disposal site for storm debris to help Bartlesville residents dispose of trees and other vegetation damaged by storms that moved through the area on July 4.   The site is located on West Highway 60 just east of the Green Country Rodeo Arena, ... read more »

PSO Crews Head to Louisiana to Restore Power After Making Repairs in Washington Co. Last Weekend

Jul 08, 2026

About 70 Public Service Company of Oklahoma linemen and service workers are heading to Shreveport, Louisiana, to help restore power after severe storms left thousands without electricity.   News on 6 reports the crews are assisting sister utility Southwestern Electric Power Company a ... read more »

Bluepeak Surpasses 500,000 Homes, Businesses

Jul 07, 2026

Bluepeak fiber network reached a major milestone on Tuesday by reaching 500,000 homes and businesses across six states. This achievement shows the millions of dollars spent in infrastructure investment while showing Bluepeak's commitment to better serve rural communities. Here is what Bluepea ... read more »