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Washington County Man Arrested on Stalking Charges

Sep 30, 2024

A Bartlesville man is in jail after being arrested on a felony stalking charge. It is alleged that Jason Straley had been stalking the female victim for several days before police were finally contacted and he was taken into custody.   Straley and the victim had been neighbors and at ... read more »

Commissioners Approve MOU for Access to Traffic Camera System

Sep 30, 2024

The Washington County Commissioners approved a memorandum of understanding Monday morning to allow the sheriff's office to explore accessing a highway and road camera database for potential law enforcement use.   Sheriff Scott Owen says the agreement with Flock Group will allow t ... read more »

Arvest to Host Oct. 3 Business Education Seminar

Sep 30, 2024

Arvest will host a Business Education Seminar on Thursday, Oct. 3 from noon to 1 p.m. at the Arvest Bank east side location north community room at 4225 SE Adams Rd., in Bartlesville.   The business seminar is titled Business Banking in the Digital Age and will focus on how to stay u ... read more »

Price Tower Owners Sued for Alleged Contract Breach for Sale

Sep 30, 2024

The ownership group of the Price Tower has been sued, claiming breach of contract for a pending sale of the historic skyscraper in downtown Bartlesville. Tulsa-based McFarlin Building, LLC, which has restored the Mayo Hotel and Aloft Hotel in Tulsa and the Frontier Hotel in Pawhuska, claim th ... read more »

Nowata County Commissioners approve Sheriff's office grant program

Sep 30, 2024

At Monday’s Nowata County Commissioner’s meeting, The commissioners approved an agreement for jail services in the Town of Talala. The cost that the County will charge is $43 a day a person at the jail.   The Board also approved the 2024 Sheriff’s Office Funding Pro ... read more »

Bartlesville Young Scholars Seeks Mentors

Sep 30, 2024

In 2006, Barry and Karen Lowe launched a program inspired by Barry’s parents after delivering a Thanksgiving meal to a young single mother. The Bartlesville Young Scholar program’s mission, “Mentoring and empowering students to earn a college degree,” is accomplished throu ... read more »

Quinn Schipper Running for Ward 4 Council Seat

Sep 30, 2024

Quinn Schipper was appointed to fill the unexpired term of the late Billie Roane as the representative for Ward 4. The City Council unanimously selected Schipper on June 3, 2024, marking a significant step in his community involvement. Now, Schipper is running for the seat inthe November election ... read more »

Voter Registration Deadline Approaches for Nov. 5 Election

Sep 30, 2024

Friday, Oct. 11 is the last day to apply for voter registration in order to be eligible to vote in the Nov. 5 General Election, City of Bartlesville and the Special Washington County Election, Washington County Election Board Secretary Yvonne House said today. House said that persons who are ... read more »

Bartlesville Convoy of Hope event a success

Sep 29, 2024

  The Convoy of Hope event on Saturday in Downtown Bartlesville was a success according to those who attended this years event. Micah Smith is the event Coordinator for the event and says he was blown away by the community coming together for Convoy of Hope.   The Convoy of ... read more »

The Convoy of Hope Delivers in Bartlesville

Sep 28, 2024

Convoy of Hope on Saturday teamed up with local businesses, churches, government organizations, and nonprofits to bring kindness and support to Bartlesville residents.   On Saturday, September 28, Convoy of Hope hosted a free event at Johnstone Park. Attendees had access to a range o ... read more »

Remembering Naomi Alice Lanier: Founder of The Lighthouse Outreach Center

Sep 28, 2024

The Bartlesville community is mourning the loss of Naomi Alice Lanier, the beloved founder of The Lighthouse Outreach Center, who passed away on September 23, 2024, at the age of 79. Naomi's life and legacy have profoundly impacted countless individuals, making her a cherished figure in the c ... read more »

Suspect Apprehended in Area Fraud Case

Sep 27, 2024

The second suspect in a Northeastern Oklahoma forgery and fraud investigation was in Washington County Court on Friday. 42-year-old Jason Solis faces felony charges of possession of forged notes or instruments, and holding/concealing mail of another after a warrant was issued for his arr ... read more »

Native American Unity Gathering This Weekend in S. Coffeyville

Sep 27, 2024

The fifth annual Native American Unity Gathering is coming up this Saturday in South Coffeyville.   A day of cultural celebration, food and Native fellowship will take place at the Native American Fellowship grounds, and organizer Kris Crane says there will be something for the whole ... read more »

Bartlesville Restaurant Raising Awareness for CASA

Sep 27, 2024

A downtown Bartlesville restaurant has found a unique way to support CASA, or Court Appointed Special Advocates.   They're encouraging people to volunteer for this group that helps children have a voice in court with every cup of joe.   CLICK HERE FOR THE ORIGINAL ST ... read more »

Woman charged with child endangerment after DUI allegation

Sep 24, 2024

A woman faces Child Endangerment by permitting child abuse by DUI/APC and failure to use a child restraint system after being arrested on Monday. According to an arrest affidavit, 30-year-old Alexis M. Pruitt allegedly drove while under the influence of alcohol while a small child was in the ... read more »