Welcome To Osage County
Oklahoma’s Largest County
At the Osage County Sheriff’s Office, our mission is to provide a solid foundation on which the residents of Osage County can thrive. We are committed to building public trust and fostering safe, secure communities through professional, high-quality professional law enforcement.
Osage County holds a unique place in Oklahoma’s history and geography. As the state’s largest county by area, it was established in 1907 when Oklahoma gained statehood. The county’s name and heritage are deeply tied to the federally recognized Osage Nation, whose reservation boundaries are coextensive with the county itself. This land became the Osage Nation Reservation in the 19th century following the relocation of the Osage people from Kansas.
The county seat, Pawhuska, is one of the first three towns founded in the county and remains a hub of history and culture. As of the 2020 Census, Osage County had a population of 45,818 residents.
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the county spans an impressive 2,304 square miles (5,970 km²), with 2,246 square miles (5,820 km²) of land and 58 square miles (150 km²) of water, accounting for 2.5% of its total area. Much of the landscape is part of the Osage Plains, characterized by open prairie, while the eastern portion features the rolling Osage Hills—an extension of Kansas’ Flint Hills. Nature enthusiasts can also explore the renowned Tallgrass Prairie Preserve, located just north of Pawhuska, where remnants of the once-vast tallgrass ecosystem are carefully preserved.
WHAT’S HAPPENING LOCALLY
🚔✨ Jumping on the caricature trend! ✨🚔
We may look a little more cartoonish than usual, but the commitment to serving and protecting our community is 100% real. 💙
Which caricature is your favorite? Let us know in the comments 👇
(And yes… we promise we look slightly cooler in real life 😎)
#CaricatureTrend #sheriffsoffice #ServingWithPride #communityfirst #BehindTheBadge
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𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐡𝐨𝐠 𝐃𝐚𝐲 = 𝐍𝐨 𝐑𝐞𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐮𝐭𝐭𝐨𝐧
Unlike the movie, we don’t get a “do-over” on the road.
Drive smart today—because every day counts.
🦫🚔 #GroundhogDay #OCSO #osagecounty
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❓ 𝗠𝘆𝘁𝗵 𝘃𝘀 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝘁?
“You only have to move over if an officer is on the side of the road.”
➡️ 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝘁: You must move over or slow down for 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗱 𝘃𝗲𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗳𝗹𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 — police, fire, tow trucks, EMS, roadside assistance, and even disabled vehicles on the shoulder.
#KnowTheLaw #MoveOverOK #OCSO #TrafficSafety
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Winter weather can hit hard in Osage County — preparing early keeps you, your family, and your home safe. Stock up on essentials, winterize your property, and stay informed as temperatures drop. A little prep now goes a long way later!❄️
#WinterPrep #osagecounty #staysafe #ColdWeatherReady #WinterTips
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❄️ OSAGE COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE – WINTER WEATHER NOTICE ❄️
Warming Shelters Available
Due to the upcoming winter weather and dangerously cold temperatures, warming shelters and transportation assistance will be available for individuals in need within Osage County.
Residents are strongly encouraged to make a plan now for the cold weather, including identifying a warm place to stay, arranging transportation if needed, and checking on family members, neighbors, and those who may be vulnerable to the cold.
Warming Shelter Outreach
Shelter services provided by B the Light
Anyone needing a warm place to stay or transportation during cold weather may call or text (24/7): 918-673-7353 for shelter or transportation assistance.
Warm Transportation Wait Station
📍 Pawhuska Methodist Church
621 Leahy Avenue – Family Life Center
Pawhuska, OK
🕖 Hours: 7:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.
📅 Dates: Friday, January 23, 2026 through Friday, January 30, 2026
Warming Shelter Location
📍 B the Light Mission
219 N Virginia Avenue
Bartlesville, OK
📅 Open: Friday, January 23 through Monday, February 2
📞 918-288-0009
The Osage County Sheriff’s Office urges the public to prepare in advance, limit exposure to extreme cold, and share this information with anyone who may need assistance during this winter weather event.
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