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Coleman Wants Elected Officials to be Held Accountable

Dec 13, 2024

An Oklahoma State Senator wants to ensure that state elected officials are held accountable. This is why Republican Bill Coleman plans to file legislation, which would amend Oklahoma's Constitution allowing for recall elections of state elected officials.    "Oklahoma l ... read more »

Washington Co. Commissioners to Meet Monday

Dec 13, 2024

The Washington County Commissioners have a fairly standard meeting set for Monday morning. According to an agenda, the commissioners are expected to discuss a change order for the construction project at the Washington County Emergency Management Command Center. Additionally, the commissi ... read more »

BHS Choir Winter Concert

Dec 13, 2024

Mark your calendar for Tuesday, December 17, for the Bartlesville High School Choir's Winter Concert at 7pm at the Bartlesville High School Fine Arts Center. This concert is a special concert because they are combining some sixth graders at this concert.    Appearing on COMM ... read more »

Bartlesville Salvation Army Prepares for Christmas

Dec 12, 2024

The work never stops at the Bartlesville Salvation Army. Appearing on COMMUNITY CONNECTION, Luke and Tonya Swain with our local Salvation Army said they are coming off the community meal the day before Thanksgiving where about 400 people were served. The Swains thanked all the donors and voluntee ... read more »

Sheriff's Office Hosts Christmas Toy Giveaway

Dec 12, 2024

A jail courtroom normally reserved for inmate hearings turned into a bit of Christmas magic Thursday evening.   CLICK HERE FOR THE AUDIO VERSION OF THIS STORY   The Washington County Sheriff's Office gave away hundreds of toys to children across the county. Sheriff S ... read more »

Bartlesville Christmas Tradition: Friends Indeed Luncheon Celebrates 21 Years

Dec 12, 2024

The Friends Indeed Christmas Day Luncheon returns for its 21st year to bring holiday cheer and community connection. Organized by George Halkiades and a dedicated team of over 100 volunteers, the luncheon ensures that no one spends Christmas alone. Held at the Adams Boulevard Church of Christ ... read more »

Boys & Girls Clubs of Bartlesville Celebrating 70 Years

Dec 12, 2024

This year marks a momentous milestone for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Bartlesville as we proudly celebrate 70 years of providing support and opportunities for the youth in our community. Since our incorporation as the very first Boys Club in the state of Oklahoma in 1954, we have remained dedic ... read more »

Bartlesville Area History Museum Sending Letters to Santa

Dec 11, 2024

The Bartlesville Area History Museum, located on the fifth floor of City Hall, is collecting letters to Santa through Monday, December 23rd. On that Monday, Santa will read stories to kids from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the museum. There will be a holiday-themed coloring station, crafts for the kids ... read more »

Television Station Wins Court Settlement Against State Department of Education

Dec 11, 2024

An Oklahoma City television station has won a federal First Amendment settlement against the Oklahoma State Department of Education.   KFOR-TV, along with The Institute for Free Speech, filed a lawsuit in September against the Department of Education, specifically naming State Superi ... read more »

Bartlesville Woman Faces Felony Charge of Maming

Dec 11, 2024

A Bartlesville woman was seen in Washington County Court on Wednesday afternon after biting and scratching two victims on Tuesday evening. Jacklyn Jackson is being charged with one felony count of maming.   Once police arrived on scene, a male victim told officers that Jackson was dr ... read more »

MULLIN COLUMN: 'Confirming President Trump's Cabinet Nominees'

Dec 11, 2024

In just 40 days, our nation’s 45th President, Donald J. Trump, will be sworn-in to serve as the 47th President of the United States of America. Let me tell you, as someone who speaks with the president on a regular basis: we have never had an incoming administration this prepared to hit the ... read more »

Missing Person in Osage County

Dec 11, 2024

The Osage County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a missing persons case in Sand Springs. Zachary Paul Smith Sr. was last seen early Sunday morning in rural Sand Springs. On Sunday evening, officers responded to the missing persons case and spoke to the son, who said his father had lef ... read more »

KWON Radio and TV to Broadcast the Dewey Christmas Parade

Dec 11, 2024

Dewey’s annual nighttime Christmas Parade is Saturday, December 14, 2024, starting at 5:30pm. The theme is "Fantasy Wonderland." You can listen to the live broadcast of the parade as you watch it or at home or in your car on KWON AM 1400/FM 93.3-95.1. If you can't make in ... read more »

Agape Mission: Providing Hope and Hot Meals to Bartlesville Community

Dec 11, 2024

Agape Mission feeds about 100 hungry people a day in Bartlesville. Founded on the Greek word "Agape," meaning God's unconditional love, this nonprofit organization is dedicated to serving hot, nutritious meals five days a week to those in need.   Sherry Smith with Agape ... read more »

Federal Government Looks to Expand Native Languages

Dec 11, 2024

The federal government has announced a plan to revitalize Native languages. The News on 6 reports the Cherokee Nation will be partnering with The Departments of the Interior, Education and Health and Human Services on this initiative. Here is what Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. ... read more »