Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 29th of March.
Good morning, Tulsa.
Tulsa's 70th annual SpringFest celebrates 70 years of gardening with over 60 local vendors, garden art, plants and family-friendly activities at Woodward Park on April 11-12.
The free event runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day and will feature an expanded children's area — a dog watering station and a café.
Jurassic Quest returns to Tulsa at Expo Square and runs from Friday to Sunday—today visitors can see life-sized dinosaurs including Tyson, a six-week-old T. rex, and enjoy interactive exhibits and hands-on activities for kids.
Organizers base the designs on new paleontological research to foster learning while families explore the event.
A suspect—50-year-old Morgan Freeman—was arrested near 61st and Sheridan in Tulsa after he allegedly threatened law enforcement and the Muscogee Nation Medical Center in Okmulgee on Thursday, prompting a hospital lockdown that was lifted at 3:20 p.m.
A suspect (50-year-old Morgan Freeman) was arrested in south Tulsa on Thursday after he reportedly called the Muscogee Nation Medical Center in Okmulgee saying he was armed and would rescue his mother by taking hostages, forcing a lockdown while officers later found loaded pistols and ammunition in his vehicle.
Fifth grader Trinity Danzy from Jarman Elementary said the pen pal project with a Union High School student turned into a real friendship after they exchanged letters regularly.
Teachers arranged an in person meeting on Tuesday—coordinated by school staff—that let both groups learn about each other’s school life.
NSU, City Year and Tulsa Public Schools have partnered to launch City Year Tulsa’s Teaching Pathway program that trains NSU education majors with hands-on classroom experience to help ease Tulsa’s teacher shortage—graduates will receive early consideration for teaching jobs as the program works to fill local vacancies.
The Texas Rangers started their season against the Boston Red Sox at Globe Life Field—Tulsa viewers saw the opening game on CW 19.
The team added new players and will face a 15-game slate for local fans.
Ali Siddiq Stand-Up Comedy
7-8:30 p.m. — Bricktown Comedy Club — Tickets available — Experience the unique humor of Ali Siddiq, a comedian with a captivating story and engaging performances.
Stone Edge Farm Wine Tasting
5-6 p.m. — Ti Amo Ristorante Italiano Downtown — $25 per person — Sample exclusive limited production wines paired with a charcuterie board.
Waylon Reavis Live with J-Mann
7-11 p.m. — The Shrine — $20 General Admission, $30 VIP — Experience a thrilling night with Waylon Reavis and special guests from MUSHROOMHEAD performing fan favorites.
Golden Eagles vs. Jackrabbits
2-6 p.m. — J.L. Johnson Stadium — Ticket sales support your chosen cause — Catch the action as the Oral Roberts Golden Eagles face off against the South Dakota State Jackrabbits.
Baby Goats and Beer Festival
2-7 p.m. — Dead Armadillo Craft Brewing — $20 for adults; kids 10 and under free — Enjoy baby goat snuggles and unique beers at this family-friendly event.
Flanagan & Riley's Row Wine Dinner
6:22-9 p.m. — French Hen — $117 per person — Savor a gourmet wine dinner featuring exquisite pairings from Flanagan and Riley's Row.
Hello, Dolly!
7 p.m. — Tulsa Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the charm of the iconic musical as Theatre Tulsa brings it to life in spring 2025.
Poppa Foster Live Performance
6-10 p.m. — The Colony — Tickets available — Experience wild antics and original music from Tulsa's own Chris 'Poppa' Foster.
Dinner Detective Show Tulsa
6-9 p.m. — Hilton Garden Inn Tulsa-Broken Arrow — $55.21 + taxes & fees — Experience an interactive comedy murder mystery dinner that will keep you guessing who's the culprit.
John Crist Live Comedy Show
Time TBA — The Tulsa Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night filled with laughter from social media sensation and comedian John Crist.
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