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CITY MATTERS: Sales Tax Collections Up

Dec 09, 2024

The Bartlesville city sales tax collection increased this this month for December up almost 8.5 percent.    Appearing on KWON Radio's CITY MATTERS program, City Clerk Jason Muninger said, "This good because last week last month was down 8.4 percent so kind of flip on th ... read more »

Community and D.A.R. Honors Veterans with Wreaths Across America Ceremony

Dec 09, 2024

This Saturday, December 14th, White Rose Cemetery will host its third annual Wreaths Across America ceremony at 11 a.m., honoring veterans interred there. The event, organized in partnership with the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), exemplifies a commitment to remembering, honoring, an ... read more »

Bartlesville Public Works: Leaf and Grass Collection and Holiday Trash Schedule

Dec 09, 2024

The City of Bartlesville’s free leaf and grass collection for Bartlesville residents is underway this week, December 9-13. The service is provided multiple times each year to help residents dispose of yard debris.   Appearing on KWON Radio's CITY MATTERS, Public Works Direc ... read more »

Bartlesville Kiwanis Christmas Parade Boasts Nearly 100 Floats

Dec 07, 2024

The annual Bartlesville Christmas Parade, hosted by the Bartlesville Kiwanis Club, brought a little holiday magic and community spirit to downtown Bartlesville on Saturday night with nearly 100 entries. Since 2010, this tradition has united the community, and this year’s theme, “Memor ... read more »

Elderly Woman Found Deceased in Bartlesville House Fire

Dec 07, 2024

Early Saturday morning, at approximately 12:15 a.m., emergency responders from the Bartlesville Police and Fire Departments were called to the 100 block of Southwest Penn for a house fire. Upon arrival, authorities discovered an elderly female deceased inside the residence.   Accordi ... read more »

Some Bartlesville Residents Voice Concerns Over FLOCK Cameras

Dec 06, 2024

Some residents of Bartlesville are raising concerns about the city's use of FLOCK cameras.   FLOCK Cameras are a brand of automated license plate recognition or ALPR cameras that are used to help law enforcement fight crime by capturing license plate numbers, vehicle make, model, ... read more »

District Attorney Will Drake Talks Legal Insights and Law Enforcement Technology

Dec 06, 2024

District Attorney Will Drake recently joined KWON's COMMUNITY CONNECTION. The discussion ranged from explaining the responsibilities of a district attorney to topics like the U.S. Supreme Court’s McGirt decision and jury service. The use of Flock Cameras was brought up. This is ... read more »

Shivel Sworn In Friday Morning

Dec 06, 2024

Washington County District 2 officially has a new County Commissioner. Corey Shivel, who was set to take over as commissioner next month, was sworn in early on Friday morning by Judge Linda Thomas.  Governor Kevin Stitt via executive order had Shivel take over the expired term of Mik ... read more »

Festival of the Nativity This Weekend

Dec 05, 2024

The Bartlesville Festival of the Nativity, sponsored by the Play for Burke Foundation, marks its 14th year as a cherished community tradition and its 9th year at Father Lynch Hall at St. John’s School, located at 8th and Keeler. Running from December 6 to December 8, 2024, this free, multi- ... read more »

Blitzen Bingo with Elder Care and 100.1 KYFM This Sunday

Dec 05, 2024

Elder Care and KYFM present Blitzen Bingo: A Family Fundraiser  on Sunday, December 8th, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. You can participate in a musical twist on a classic game—all from the comfort of your home or business.   In partnership with 100.1 KYFM, this holiday music bi ... read more »

PODCAST: SEN. JAMES LANKFORD

Dec 05, 2024

  US Senator James Lankford (R-OK) called into Bartlesville Radio for his monthly podcast. Lankford talked about getting the Defense Bill finished and government waste.   Lankford said he has been working diligently on the Defense Bill and making sure Oklahoma's bases an ... read more »

Final Washington County Board of Education Filings

Dec 05, 2024

Washington County Election Board announced the filing of candidates for local Board of Education positions, with elections scheduled in early 2025. Candidates filed between December 2 and 4, 2024, for various seats across Bartlesville, Caney Valley, Copan, Dewey, and Tri-County Tech districts. ... read more »

OKWU Basketball sweeps Avila

Dec 04, 2024

Oklahoma Wesleyan swept Avila University in a pair of KCAC contests. OKWU women's dominated from start to finish to en route to a 71-48 win at Mueller Sports Center in Bartlesville.  Khassidy Warr had 18 points to pace the Lady Eagles as they won their second straight game overall and fi ... read more »

Sales Tax Report for City of Bartlesville

Dec 04, 2024

The Oklahoma Tax Commission has released the November sales tax report. A summary shows that sales tax collections are down eight percent compared to this time last year. Meanwhile, use tax revenue is up 2.5 percent. Chief Financial Officer for the City of Bartlesville, Jason Muninger says this h ... read more »

Pawhuska Christmas Parade Taking Place Saturday

Dec 04, 2024

The Pawhuska Christmas Parade is set to step off Saturday evening at 5:30 p.m. With downtown construction taking place, things will look a little bit different and a modification had to be made to the parade route, but otherwise Pawhuska is ready for what is sure to be a wonderful evening.  ... read more »