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Osage Nation Holding Candy Structure Competition

Dec 02, 2024

For the 10th year in a row, the Osage Nation Education Department is holding its virtual Christmas candy structure competiton. This year's competition is open through Wednesday, January 1st and a winner will be announced the following week.    After making a gingerbread hous ... read more »

Osage Co Commissioners Re-appoint Planning Commission Members

Dec 02, 2024

The Board of Osage County Commissioners convened for a regularly scheduled meeting at the fairgrounds on Monday morning. There were three agenda items that the Board needed to take action on.    The Board had the option to re-appoint Steve Ridener and Terry Shreve to four-year t ... read more »

Nowata County Board of Commissioners Meeting from Monday

Dec 02, 2024

Nowata County Board of Commissioners Meeting from Monday 12-2  noon Alex The Nowata County Board of Commissioner held their weekly meeting Monday, with several items on the agenda. The Board awarded a bid and lease purchase with financing for one hydraulic excavator.   Other ... read more »

Bartlesville Christmas Parade 2024: Celebrating Nostalgia on Frank Phillips Boulevard

Dec 02, 2024

The Bartlesville Kiwanis Christmas Parade is set for December 7, 2024, with the theme “Memories from Frank Phillips Blvd.” This year's parade takes a festive journey through treasured memories that connect the city’s past to its vibrant present.   ... read more »

Road Closure Announced on Hill Drive

Dec 02, 2024

A portion of Hill Drive east of Silver Lake Road in Bartlesville will be closed until next week to facilitate the installation of water service lines in the area. According to the city of Bartlesville, the new lines will service recently-constructed student housing located north of the corner ... read more »

Olympic Icon and Boys & Girls Club Alum Jackie Joyner-Kersee to Keynote Boys & Girls Clubs of Bartlesville's 2024 Great Futures Luncheon

Dec 02, 2024

Six-time Olympic medalist Jackie Joyner-Kersee will headline the Boys & Girls Clubs of Bartlesville's annual Great Futures Luncheon as the keynote speaker on Friday, Dec. 13, at 11:15 a.m. at the Bartlesville Boys & Girls Club. Appearing on COMMUNITY CONNECTION, Jason Barta, Execu ... read more »

Olympic Icon and Boys & Girls Club Alum Jackie Joyner-Kersee to Keynote Boys & Girls Clubs of Bartlesville's 2024 Great Futures Luncheon

Dec 02, 2024

Six-time Olympic medalist Jackie Joyner-Kersee will headline the Boys & Girls Clubs of Bartlesville's annual Great Futures Luncheon as the keynote speaker on Friday, Dec. 13, at 11:15 a.m. at the Bartlesville Boys & Girls Club. Appearing on COMMUNITY CONNECTION, Jason Barta, Execu ... read more »

Christmas in the Ville Rink Schedule

Dec 02, 2024

The ice rink at Christmas in the Ville is officially open at Second and Keeler in Downtown Bartlesville. Admission is $12 per person, which includes skates and unlimited skating time.   Festival Features and Schedule:   The ice rink will operate on weekends for the first ... read more »

Christmas in the ‘Ville Kicks Off Another Festive Season

Nov 30, 2024

CLICK HERE FOR THE AUDIO VERSION OF THIS STORY   Downtown Bartlesville turned into something straight out of a Hallmark Movie Saturday night during the opening ceremonies for the 8th Annual Christmas in the 'Ville celebration.   Hundreds gathered at the Chamber Depot ... read more »

Bingo Night Benefitting Barnsdall Senior Class

Nov 29, 2024

If you are looking for something to do while benefiting a good cause this weekend, the Barnsdall class of 2025 will be playing bingo to help raise funds for their class on Saturday. There will be a silent auction, raffle and basket prizes handed out for the winner of each game.   Adm ... read more »

Kansas Highway Patrol Says 'No' to Festive Big Rig

Nov 29, 2024

The Kansas Highway Patrol says "bah-humbug" to a festive semi-truck driver. A KHP trooper recently cited a driver for the display of holiday lights that adorned the front of the big rig's cab. The decorations included blue and red lights similar to those used by emergency vehicl ... read more »

8th Annual Christmas in the Ville Kicks Off Saturday Night!

Nov 28, 2024

The holiday spirit is about to sparkle once again in Bartlesville as the Chamber of Commerce kicks off the 8th annual “Christmas in the ‘Ville – Ice Rink at the Depot.” This month-long festival promises a flurry of activities beginning Saturday, November 30, and running th ... read more »

Bartlesville Motorcycle Toy Run Gears Up for 37th Year

Nov 28, 2024

The Bartlesville Motorcycle Toy Run is set to roll through town on Saturday, December 7th, marking its 37th year of spreading Christmas cheer and giving back to the community. Organized by Amber Reynolds and her family, this event collects toys for the Salvation Army, making sure that no child go ... read more »

Northeast Oklahoma Benefits From Wet November

Nov 27, 2024

As one of, if not the wettest November on record comes to an end, it is important to note that northeast Oklahoma is no longer in a drought. Water Utilities Director Terry Lauritsen recently said that they are still working on ways to find future water supply options.    Laurits ... read more »

Salvation Army Serves Dinner, Blessings for Thanksgiving

Nov 27, 2024

CLICK HERE FOR THE AUDIO VERSION OF THIS STORY   Bartlesville's Salvation Army served up Thanksgiving blessings through a hot meal, warm conversation and helpings of love and compassion to the community Wednesday afternoon.   It takes months to plan and days to prepa ... read more »