Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of February.
Good morning, Tulsa.
CASA of Northeast Oklahoma launches its (26 in 2026) volunteer campaign to recruit 26 new advocates and raise $13,000 to support children in foster care in six counties; training begins early March.
Food On The Move volunteers assembled 300 grocery bags on Monday to give roughly 300 families balanced meals with added protein, dairy and produce ahead of the Food and Resource Festival held Tuesday at its northwest hub at 19 S 49th W Ave + community input drove the program expansion.
A Tulsa couple staying in Cozumel said conditions appear normal despite unrest in other parts of Mexico (their flight home was canceled on Saturday and they worry that misinformation could hurt tourism).
Downtown Tulsa Partnership held its first quarterly public safety forum Tuesday in downtown Tulsa, marking the beginning of a series designed to address local safety concerns.
On Tuesday morning, the Oklahoma Senate announced a plan to fund $254 million in education initiatives by capping extra deposits to the Teachers' Retirement System at $200 million.
The proposal includes a $2,500 pay raise for teachers and increased funding for literacy programs without new spending.
Legacy Childhood Education in Broken Arrow will hold an urgent meeting tonight for families to discuss state child care funding cuts expected in April and July.
Providers statewide have already seen over 400 programs close and are considering cost-cutting measures to keep services running & urging families to contact lawmakers.
Fire crews in Broken Arrow and nearby counties are preparing for high wildfire danger as burn bans are in effect amid strong winds and dry conditions.
Officials advise residents to remove dry brush and flammable items from around their homes (which can spark fast-growing fires) to keep the community safe.
Oklahoma officials will hold a wildfire preparedness briefing today at 11:30 a.m. to discuss emergency measures after wildfires burned more than 180,000 acres last week — Gov. Stitt signed an executive order easing transportation rules for feed and water delivery.
Saint Francis Health System will soon launch Saint Francis at Home, a program offering hospital-grade care at home for eligible patients in Tulsa (this includes daily physician visits and 24/7 virtual RN access).
Providers will monitor patients closely to ensure safe recovery outside the hospital.
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.
Eric Church Live Concert
5:00 – 9:30 p.m. — BOK Center — Tickets available — Don’t miss the electrifying performance by one of country music's biggest stars.
Faizon Love Comedy Show
7 p.m. — Tulsa’s Bricktown Comedy Club — Prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with renowned comedian Faizon Love.
Pat Green in Concert
7-10 p.m. — Skyline Event Center — Tickets available — Experience legendary Texas singer-songwriter Pat Green live in concert.
Rodeo Stampede - Tulsa
8:55-11:00 a.m. — Tulsa Riverside Airport — Various entry fees — Experience Oklahoma's wildest race with options from a Kids Dash to a half marathon, complete with a cowboy costume contest and live DJ.
Greater Tulsa Home & Garden Show 2026
Various hours — Expo Square — Admission fee applies — Get your home ready for spring with the largest home and garden show in Oklahoma.
Big 12 Wrestling Championship
10 AM – 7 PM — BOK Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrill of collegiate wrestling as teams compete for the championship title.
Welcoming Garden Speakers Series: Coexisting with Wildlife
1-5 p.m. — Woodward Park and Gardens — Free entry — Discover how to create natural spaces that invite wildlife into your garden.
Bob Wills' Texas Playboys Concert
4-8 p.m. — Cain's Ballroom — Tickets starting at $78 — Experience an unforgettable evening with Bob Wills' Texas Playboys in Tulsa.
119th Annual Conference of the Oklahoma Library Association
8 a.m.–3:45 p.m. — Hyatt Regency Tulsa Downtown — Cost info not provided — A gathering for library professionals to share insights and experiences.
Chicago Live Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — River Spirit Casino Resort — Ticket prices vary — Get ready for an unforgettable night of music when Chicago hits The Cove stage.
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