Good morning, Tulsa.

Blue Star Mothers has supported military families by sending care packages and letters to service members in Oklahoma.

Its Broken Arrow chapter—led by Lisa Bender—continues offering comfort to families facing deployment and service challenges.

Tulsa is set to welcome domestic & international visitors as the city prepares for the Route 66 centennial, with plans including a Guinness World Record classic car parade attempt on May 30 and guided motorcoach tours starting in June.

Local residents and the Riverview Neighborhood Association president are disappointed with plans for a 21-foot 'Cry Baby Cry' statue at Cry Baby Hill in Tulsa — community members oppose the project as it moves forward.

Muscogee Nation Gaming Enterprises opened its new $100 million casino and hotel in Coweta on Monday at 10 a.m., creating 250 new jobs + boosting local businesses with nearly 50 hotel rooms, 750 gaming machines and a meeting space for 150.

Oasis Fresh Market will open its second grocery store downtown in June at the corner of 6th and Cincinnati (underneath the ARCO Apartments).

The market will offer fresh produce, deli, and daily essentials to meet local needs.

Students and staff at Monroe Demonstration Academy in north Tulsa celebrated the school’s historic milestone (a result of focused academic strategies) after moving off the state failing list for the first time.

State testing begins next month as officials hope sustained progress will boost student achievement.

State lawmakers propose shifting federal IDEA protections into state law to support over 116,000 special education students if federal funding changes, and principals & superintendents must complete specialized training; Senate Bill 1489 cleared the Education Committee and moves to a full Senate vote with an emergency clause for immediate effect.

State Farm Mutual will pay a $5 billion cash dividend to auto customers starting this summer in Oklahoma, benefiting over 49 million vehicles with an average payout of $112 per vehicle.

The Oklahoma Tax Commission announced families can apply for the Parental Choice Tax Credit for the next school year starting Monday, March 16 at 9 a.m. and ending June 15 at 11:59 p.m. Officials emphasize that applications must be submitted within a set window (detailed instructions are on the commission’s webpage).

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.

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.

Tulsa Irish Festival 2026

All day — Cabin Boys Brewery — Entry TBA — Celebrate Irish culture with vibrant music, food, and traditions at this fun-filled festival.

Joe Gatto Live Comedy Show

6:00–11:30 p.m. — Loony Bin Comedy Club Tulsa — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughs with comedian Joe Gatto from 'Impractical Jokers'.

Badflower Live Concert

6:15-8:30 p.m. — Cain's Ballroom — Check the event page for ticket pricing — Experience a powerful and passionate performance by Badflower's Josh Katz.

St. Patrick's Day Cheese Tasting

6:30-8:00 p.m. — Charcuteray — $60 per person — Savor seasonal Irish cheeses, charcuterie, and fine wines in a festive St. Patrick's Day celebration.