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Kiddie Park Could Receive Nearly $200K Incentive From BRTA

Aug 29, 2023

The Bartlesville Redevelopment Trust Authority will meet Wednesday afternoon to discuss and take action on two incentives, including nearly $200,000 for the expansion of the Kiddie Park. Kiddie Park has already set in motion the expansion that will add five new rides – including an larg ... read more »

BRTA Approves $200K Incentive for Kiddie Park Expansion

Aug 30, 2023

The Bartlesville Redevelopment Trust Authority approves a nearly $200,000 incentive for infrastructure at the expanded Kiddie Park.   The $199,800 incentive, approved during a Wednesday meeting, will assist in funding new electric service for the expanded area, paving, new park light ... read more »

Last Weekend to Take Part in Woolaroc's Mountain Man Camp

Aug 30, 2023

This is the final weekend to take in Woolaroc's Mountain Man Camp, as they will begin to transition into other fall-themed events. The Mountain Man Camp, opened nearly 25 years ago has been open since mid-March and gives visitors a unique opportunity to see what things were like in the 1840s. ... read more »

Dewey Woman Charged with Elder Abuse; Neglect and Exploitation

Aug 30, 2023

A Dewey woman is being charged elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation contrary to Oklahoma State Statute. Ashley Hamblin was seen in Washington County Court on those alleged charges from 2022 this Wednesday afternoon. According to an affidavit, a welfare check was done in December 2022 on the vic ... read more »

Killers of the Flower Moon Global Release on October 20th

Aug 30, 2023

The much-anticipated film, “Killers of the Flower Moon,” will debut in theaters in partnership with Paramount Pictures on Friday, October 20th and later make a debut on Apple TV+.The global release of the movie will also include IMAX Theaters, which will make movie-goers feel as if th ... read more »

Bartlesville Man Charged with Attempted Rape of 12-Year-Old

Aug 29, 2023

UPDATED: A Bartlesville man was seen in Washington County Court on Tuesday on the felony charges of attempted rape, forcible sodomy, and lewd acts to a child. James Alan Kerr is alleged to have committed the above offenses on a 12-year-old back on July* 17 of this year. According to ... read more »

OCSO Jail Inmate Program Working Well

Aug 30, 2023

The Osage County Jail Inmate Roadside Cleanup crew was hard at work on Wednesday, cleaning up county roads and highways. The roadside crews demonstrated their willingness to take part in community service and their own personal growth under the watchful eye of Sheriff Eddie Virden.   ... read more »

Barnsdall Man Dies in Tulsa Crash

Aug 30, 2023

A Barnsdall man was killed in a fatality collision on Tuesday in Tulsa.   According to the OHP reports, the collision occurred at approximately 7:36pm Tuesday on North Cincinnati Ave and E 123rd St in Tulsa.   A BMW, driven by Bennie Bruce Conley, 70, of Barnsdall, was n ... read more »

Greater Bartlesville Area Chamber of Commerce to Host Business Expo and ConocoPhillips Forum in September

Aug 30, 2023

  The Greater Bartlesville Chamber of Commerce is buzzing with activity in the month of September. Appearing on COMMUNITY CONNECTION, Chamber CEO Sherri Wilt brought up two major events for the month: Business Expo and the ConocoPhillips Forum.   Business After Hours will do ... read more »

Bartlesville Man Sentenced for Threats, Stalking of Rep. Hern

Aug 29, 2023

A Bartlesville man was sentenced in Tulsa federal court Tuesday to three years in prison for stalking and threatening Congressman Kevin Hern and his wife. U.S. District Judge Keith Starrett sentenced Keith Charles Eisenberger, 40, to three years in federal prison followed by three years of su ... read more »

Labor Day Trash Schedule

Aug 29, 2023

Most City of Bartlesville offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 4, for Labor Day. Monday trash routes will be serviced on Wednesday, Sept. 6, due to the holiday.   "Monday route customers will need to have their trash placed at the collection point no later than 6 a.m. on Wednesd ... read more »

Bartlesville City Hall to Modify Hours

Aug 29, 2023

Changes to City Hall hours starting Sept. 18 will offer the public expanded access Monday through Thursday and provide employees more work-life balance by closing early on Fridays, City Manager Mike Bailey said this week.   "Beginning Sept. 18, City Hall will be open from 8 a.m. ... read more »

Pawhuska Moving Forward With Comprehensive Plan

Aug 29, 2023

On Monday evening, members of the Pawhuska community gathered at the Dave Landrum Community Center for a design workshop to move one step closer with the comprehensive plan they are currently working on to improve the town.   This is something the city first began looking at in April ... read more »

First Responders Luncheon Planned for Sept. 11

Aug 29, 2023

Local first responders will receive a free lunch on Sept. 11 as a special thanks for their service to the community.   Tim Howell, manager of Arnold Moore and Neekamp Funeral Home, says the free lunch is just a small token to show how much the community supports those who are on the ... read more »

Avant Schools Holding Bingo Night

Aug 29, 2023

Avant Schools will be holding the first yearly bingo night on Saturday, September 9th at the school cafeteria. Cost to play all evening will be $20 and you can also play for $1 per card. The event begins at 6 p.m. and will be a continuous event the school holds throughout the year. ... read more »