Bartlesville’s Macie Stapleton – Swimming Spotlight – Presented by Patriot Auto Group

Bartlesville’s Macie Stapleton By Bryce McKinnis Only three swimmers from Bartlesville High School’s 2024 6A State Championship team remain on this season’s roster. One of them is senior Macie Stapleton. “All of our hard work as a team paid off, and achieving that together was an unforgettable experience,” Stapleton said. “I’m incredibly grateful for that moment.” […]

Bartlesville Mom of the Month – Erin Jones – Presented by Moxie on Second

Bartlesville Mom of the Month – Erin Jones By Elizabeth Contreras The unique role parents play in supporting athletes is a balancing act of pride, nerves, and devotion, and for Bartlesville basketball mom Erin Jones, it’s been nothing short of a journey of growth, connection, and unwavering support. Jones is recognized for the positive impact […]

Bartlesville’s Shelley Brown – Teacher Spotlight – Presented by Union State Bank

Bartlesville’s Shelley Brown By Elizabeth Contreras Long before Shelley Brown stood in front of a high school classroom, she was a quiet third grader in British Columbia with a curious mind and a teacher who noticed. “I still have my class journal from that year,” Brown says. “Mrs. Maitland always encouraged me to make observations […]

Bartlesville’s Shaylee Silver – Wrestling Spotlight – Presented by Sparklight

Bartlesville’s Shaylee Silver By Bryce McKinnis As the emergence of high school girls wrestling has provided a new opportunity to hundreds of youth athletes across Oklahoma, wrestlers like Bartlesville High School senior Shaylee Silver have carved a path of success on the new frontier. “Wrestling is the only sport I compete in, and I started […]