Bartlesville, OK
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About Bartlesville
- • Paul Harvey, the famed radio broadcaster, was born in Bartlesville.
- • Phillips Petroleum Company, a major energy player, was founded here.
- • Discovery of oil in the late 19th century fueled Bartlesville's growth.
- • Frank Phillips kept a pet lion at his home, now the Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve.
- • The Caney River flood of 1986 caused significant damage and spurred levee construction.
- • Named after Jacob Bartles, it was established in 1879.
- • With around 36,000 residents, it's smaller than nearby Tulsa.
- • Its elevation is 738 feet, offering views of the rolling Osage Hills.
- • Healthcare and manufacturing are prominent employment sectors.
- • Bartlesville evokes a sense of quiet, small-town charm and community spirit.
- • The Tulsa Drillers, a minor league baseball team, are the closest pro team.
- • Bartlesville High School Bruins have a strong basketball tradition.