Today
in Tulsa
Saturday, March 14th, 2026
Good morning, Tulsa. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A local group with community volunteers & students is planting 200 fruit trees in north Tulsa’s Hawthorne neighborhood to ease food insecurity. The project will begin this spring, receive a $45,000 grant, and offer job training for high schoolers. KTUL
- ➤ At the Mayo Hotel, hundreds gathered Thursday evening for the Healing Hearts Gala to support the Tristesse Grief Center’s counseling programs. The nonprofit (founded when Laura Gonsalves lost her daughter Tess to cancer) held the event to honor Tess’s legacy and raise funds for grief services in Tulsa. News On 6
- ➤ Today, the Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma donated (2,439 lbs) of shelf-stable food at Tulsa International Airport to support TSA workers affected by the government shutdown, and Airports Improvement Trust organized a meal train for catered lunches during shifts. KTUL
- ➤ The Tulsa restaurant (It’s Greek To Me) invited police officers for a free meal today to counter viral online rumors that officers are unwelcome. Staff said the move aims to clear up confusion by highlighting that many officers are regulars. 2 News
- ➤ Jenks launched a 10-day pilot project called Re-imagine Main Street: Block by Block to test new landscaping and wider sidewalks on Main Street between First and Second streets. City officials said community feedback will guide future planning as the trial runs through March 22. News On 6
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tulsa Irish Fest (since 2018) returns this weekend with live Irish music, authentic food, and family-friendly activities while organizers expect up to 15,000 visitors and police urge safe celebrations. FOX 23
- ➤ News On6 staff shared their predictions for the 98th Academy Awards set for Sunday, Mar. 15, highlighting One Battle After Another as the likely Best Picture winner amid a strong field of blockbuster + underdog films. They expect big wins for top actors and directors. News On 6
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Tulsa Tech students at Peoria Campus will resume career training at alternate locations March 23 after a tornado damaged their north campus. Transportation teams are adjusting bus schedules as students and parents receive updated instructions from their instructors. FOX 23
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Creek County wildfire crews are bracing for another dangerous season as dry grass and high winds increase wildfire risks; Silver City Fire Department is buying new wildland gear (about $60,000) and prepositioning equipment ahead of a weekend high wind event, officials said. 2 News
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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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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.
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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.
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A Man Named Cash - Tribute to Johnny Cash
7:30-9 p.m. — Tulsa Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the life and legacy of country music icon Johnny Cash with a powerful tribute performance.
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Marcus D Wiley Stand-Up Comedy Show
6-10 p.m. — Tulsa’s Bricktown Comedy Club — Tickets vary — Enjoy a night of uplifting comedy with Marcus D. Wiley's insightful and humorous take on life and marriage.
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Sunday Wine Dinner at Little Venice
5:30-8 p.m. — Little Venice — Call for prices — Experience an exclusive evening of thoughtfully paired wines and a beautifully curated menu.
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Italian Wine Dinner at French Hen
6:22-9:22 p.m. — French Hen — Call for reservations — Experience a delightful evening featuring exquisite Italian wines and a gourmet menu by Chef Bryant.
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Mark Gibson's Rooftop Performance
6-8 p.m. — Soma Tulsa — Free entry — Enjoy a special rooftop performance from local musician Mark Gibson.
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Lions vs Oilers Hockey Match
7:05-8:05 p.m. — BOK Center — $3 beer night — Experience fast-paced hockey as the Tulsa Oilers face off against the Trois-Rivieres Lions.
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Lincoln Swanzy Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Vanguard — Tickets available — Experience a night of live music with Lincoln Swanzy at The Vanguard in Tulsa.
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Tulsa Ballet - Casanova Backstage Tour
6 p.m. — Tulsa Performing Arts Center — Members only — Experience a unique behind-the-scenes look at the ballet company before the performance begins.
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