Today
in Tulsa
Thursday, January 29th, 2026
Good morning, Tulsa. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Broken Arrow Animal Rescue has moved into its new brick building in Bixby today to house up to 30 dogs and provide a calm space for traumatized pets and mom-and-puppy care. The rescue is making improvements (including building a fence for outdoor space) to support adoption events and volunteer work. FOX 23
- ➤ Oasis Fresh Market is distributing free lunches and dinners to children from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. today at its North Peoria Avenue location — a response to school closures from the winter storm. FOX 23
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Tulsa launched its first city-funded film incentive to attract movie and TV productions, offering rebates up to $50,000 for projects spending $100K to $5M and up to $75,000 for larger projects. Productions must film within 30 miles of City Hall and use local crew and vendors (applications open Feb. 1). KTUL
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Black Wall Street Rally was nominated for USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards and will hold a press conference on Friday, Jan. 30 from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. at Greenwood Eatery — 100 North Greenwood Avenue. Public voting opens Feb. 2 at 11:00 a.m. through Mar. 2. FOX 23
- ➤ The Tulsa Performing Arts Center stages Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, a live adaptation of the classic tale that reunites the original creative team (such as composer Alan Menken and lyricist Tim Rice) in downtown Tulsa. The performance is ongoing today. FOX 23
- ➤ Tulsa FMAC will launch the Film Incentive Program on Feb. 1 to provide a 5% rebate on productions spending between $100K and $5M within a 30-mile Tulsa zone—if local music, crew, vendors and office space are used. It aims to boost local industry jobs and visibility. 2 News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Tulsa County held a job fair on Wednesday, Jan. 28 at Central Park Hall (inside Expo Square) from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., where county hiring teams met with job seekers for on-the-spot applications and to introduce long-term career paths in public safety, social services and administrative offices. News On 6
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ School districts in Broken Arrow and Owasso canceled classes last week because school buses could not safely navigate neighborhood roads. Broken Arrow did not offer distance learning while Owasso used online learning to continue instruction & protect students. 2 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday, Berryhill Fire Protection District held an informational meeting in Turley to discuss expanding its coverage area if a petition collects (450) landowner signatures, a move that would boost volunteer training and support a planned ambulance service without changing city boundaries. News On 6
- ➤ At its Jan. 28 meeting, Tulsa City Council approved a $2.8 million loan to spur construction of 80 downtown apartments at 3rd + Denver, including 13 affordable units for lower-income households, with Partner Tulsa set to manage the financing. 2 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Haven Detox (Oklahoma), a new addiction treatment center, will soon open in Tulsa to offer accessible recovery services. The center highlighted the importance of local treatment for those seeking help. FOX 23
- ➤ A Tulsa family seeking guidance in dementia care got help from Purview Life when a life care manager found that their grandmother was in the wrong facility. Purview Life’s team (nurses and social workers) helps families navigate care decisions and avoid costly mistakes. FOX 23
- ➤ The American Heart Association warns that cold weather may strain hearts in Tulsa and advises residents to pace physical activities like shoveling snow. Officials recommend staying warm and knowing CPR (a key emergency tool) to help reduce heart attack risks. KTUL
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FC Tulsa vs Loudoun United Pro Soccer Match
FC Tulsa sits in first place in the USL Western Conference, and Friday’s home match is sure to be a thriller—just as $1 Beer Section Night returns to ONEOK Field. Today in Tulsa readers can enjoy up to 50% off day of game prices with this special offer.
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Ozzolution: Ozzy Osbourne Tribute
7 PM-1 AM — The Shrine — Tickets available — Experience the relaunch of the Southwest’s #1 Ozzy Osbourne tribute band in an electrifying performance.
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Darrel Lee Live
7-10 p.m. — Ape Hangers Cocktail Lounge — Cost information not provided — Enjoy the first performance of Tulsa's own country musician Darrel Lee at this cozy venue.
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Idaho Steelheads at Tulsa Oilers
3:05 – 5:05 p.m. — BOK Center — Tickets available — Catch thrilling hockey action as the Tulsa Oilers face off against the Idaho Steelheads on Cherokee Nation Night.
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Dylan Carlino Live Comedy Show
7-9 p.m. — Tulsa’s Bricktown Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy laughs from the funniest person in Austin as he brings his unique comedic style to Tulsa.
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Dylan Carlino Live Comedy Show
7-9 p.m. — Tulsa’s Bricktown Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience the hilarious insights of Austin's funniest comedian, Dylan Carlino.
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Dylan Carlino Comedy Show
7-9 p.m. — Tulsa’s Bricktown Comedy Club — Ticket price varies — Enjoy the hilarious insights of the funniest person in Austin, 2023.
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Love Letters Performance
8:00 p.m. — Tulsa Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evocative theatrical journey with 'Love Letters'.
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Mark Normand Live Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — Tulsa’s Bricktown Comedy Club — Ticket price varies — Experience the acclaimed young comedian Mark Normand as he brings laughter with his unique stand-up style.
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Tulsa Oilers Hockey Game
3:05-5:05 p.m. — BOK Center — Tickets starting at $15 — Enjoy thrilling hockey action as the Tulsa Oilers take on the Allen Americans.
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62nd Annual Darryl Starbird National Rod & Custom Car Show
12 PM – 6 PM — Expo Square — $40 for Cool Car Corral — Experience over 1,000 unique cars, freestyle action, and fun family activities all weekend long.
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