Nowata Police Department

03/25/2026

As of today 3-25-26 Nowata County is officially under a 14 day burn ban. But if we get enough rain within that time it can always be taken off. Here is a photo of the resolution and the rules.

03/03/2026

09/21/2025

Found

If you have any information please contact 918-273-2287.

03/13/2025

Starting at this time there is to be NO Outdoor burning inside the City Limits Of Nowata because of the extreme Fire Danger we are under. We will update when it is ok to resume burning brush. Grilling food and smoking meat and other food is ok at this time. Just no open flames.

08/29/2024

Tomorrow 08/30/2024 demolition will begin on the old Rex Theatre. We are anticipating a large crowd showing up to watch the demolition.
Barricades will be in place to keep citizens at a safe distance. We ask that you do not cross the barricades for your safety. Anyone crossing the barricades will not only place themselves in danger but could face a fine. Our goal is for individuals to enjoy watching the demolition in a safe manner.
Remember the bricks from the building are now the property of Taylor Crane. Any bricks taken from the site will constitute petit larceny.
Thanks Chief McELhaney

06/18/2024

A man’s wedding ring was found on the ground by Woodworth’s Wash-N-Dry Laundry. For more information, please contact Chief McElhaney at 918.273.3538. Thank you.

05/22/2024

Due to some generous benefactors, a $250 reward has been offered for the information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the vandals responsible for the damage done to the Galloping Goose Alley on or about May 21, 2024. Please contact the Nowata Police Department at 918-273-3538. Thank you.

08/22/2022

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Oklahoma County Sheriff’s Office and the family of Sergeant Bobby Swartz.

Please keep the family of Sgt. Bobby Swartz in your prayers. Bobby was killed this afternoon serving lockout paperwork.