Today
in Tulsa
Wednesday, March 18th, 2026
Good morning, Tulsa. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of March.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, the Tulsa Fire Department responded to a gas leak on Harvard Avenue between 31st Street and the Broken Arrow Expressway, evacuating nearby businesses and closing the road for several hours. Officials said a construction crew may have struck a gas line. FOX 23
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Ruth’s Chicken (a local food truck) has opened its first brick-and-mortar restaurant today in Tulsa. The new venue offers a permanent space where customers can enjoy its signature dishes. FOX 23
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Arnie's Bar in downtown Tulsa celebrates 70 years of St. Patrick's Day traditions today with six live Irish bands, four food trucks and hundreds of kegs as it hosts a family friendly event until 8 p.m. Owner Chris Armstrong urges guests to use rideshare services for safe travel. 2 News
- ➤ Agitsi Stained Glass is hosting its first Art Drop event along Route 66 by hiding 30 tokens (redeemable for free local art) for local treasure hunters until Sunday when tokens can be redeemed at Agitsi between 12 p.m. and 3 p.m. FOX 23
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tulsa Fire Department cadets practiced multiple live burn scenarios at Owasso Fire Station No. 4 and the Public Safety Training Complex in Collinsville on Tuesday. The training aimed to boost readiness for real emergencies. FOX 23
- ➤ The City of Jenks is testing downtown changes through its Reimagine Main Street: Block by Block pilot program, which will run through Sunday. Residents surveyed offered ideas from improved parking & outdoor dining to help planners gauge public feedback on potential improvements. FOX 23
- ➤ On Tuesday, Mar. 17, state lawmakers approved a new trade resolution at the Capitol that honors a nearly 180-year-old Choctaw-Ireland bond as residents donned green to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Tulsa. FOX 23
- ➤ City crews began road work on South Harvard Avenue between East 21st and East 31st Streets as part of a $2.7 million project funded by the Improve Our Tulsa sales tax. Traffic will shift through two phases, and construction is expected to finish by year-end (weather permitting). 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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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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Spring Fling with Strawberry Shortcake
1-3 p.m. — Tulsa Premium Outlets — Free entry — Celebrate the Berry Best Shopping Day with special guest Muriel Fahrion, the original creator of Strawberry Shortcake.
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