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Thursday, April 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Tulsa. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Advocates, law enforcement, and families gathered Tuesday in Tulsa to plant blue pinwheels outside the Child Advocacy Network center to mark the start of Child Abuse Prevention Month & honor victims of abuse. The pinwheels will remain on display through April to help boost community efforts to protect children. FOX 23
- ➤ BattleCreek Church in Jenks invites families to join an Easter egg drop after its 11:30 a.m. service on Sunday when a helicopter will drop hundreds of eggs+ the event offers a fun twist on a cherished tradition. KTUL
- ➤ The Great Tulsa Clean-Up runs until April 30 and now features 17 new Route 66 sites, with nearly 500 volunteers from 40 teams clearing public spaces as part of the Mother Road centennial. Volunteers must wear closed-toe shoes and bring water. KTUL
- ➤ Broken Arrow’s Events Park reopens after a yearlong closure following major upgrades to boost parking, lighting and access in preparation for the future Sunset Amphitheater. Several events—like a water lantern festival in May and a fishing derby in June—are set to attract visitors. KTUL
- ➤ Residents gathered at the Tulsa Air and Space Museum to watch the historic Artemis II launch, where astronauts prepared to travel beyond low Earth orbit and fans celebrated space exploration (a milestone since the Apollo era that may spark future lunar landings). FOX 23
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Tulsa leaders are spending $2.5 million to remodel the old Belk store for Oklahoma’s first IKEA at Tulsa Hills Shopping Center — expected to boost local tax revenues and regional spending — while major road upgrades nearby will prepare for increased traffic as the store may open in the fall. FOX 23
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local experts warn that expanding data centers may raise temperatures near Tulsa by 1 to 3°F and affect air quality today. Researchers from Arizona State University and the University of Oklahoma say higher temperatures could lead to increased cooling costs and pollution risks. KTUL
- ➤ An audit at the Tulsa Recycle & Transfer facility on March 28 shows contamination dropped to just over 22%, the lowest level since the recycling program began in 2012. City officials say stronger enforcement and public education have improved performance and urge residents to recycle properly. KTUL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ MetroLink announced service changes effective April 12 that reroute its bus from TCC Southeast campus and the Ernest Childers VA Clinic to Walmart sub-hubs (riders must book Micro Transit for the final leg), prompting concerns over service reliability. 2 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Ascension St. John is extending its midwifery and OBGYN program to Claremore to offer women easier access to care, with midwives available once a week starting April 22 (local patients will benefit from shorter travel times). FOX 23
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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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Anthony Gomes Live Concert
7 PM – 12 AM — The Shrine — TBA — Experience a night of electrifying blues and rock with Anthony Gomes.
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Josh Weathers Live in Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Vanguard — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening of heartfelt music and vibrant performances in an intimate setting.
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Stitched Up Heart Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Vanguard — Ticket prices vary — Experience the dynamic rock sounds of Stitched Up Heart live in an intimate setting.
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Tennessee Jet Concert
7 PM – 1 AM — The Shrine — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of music with musician and writer Tennessee Jet as he takes the stage.
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Colt Ford Concert
8-11 p.m. — Osage Casino Hotel — Tickets available — Experience an evening with country music's maverick Colt Ford performing live.
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Baby Goats & Beer Festival
2-8 p.m. — Dead Armadillo Craft Brewing — Tickets required — Enjoy baby goat snuggles and craft brews for a family-friendly adventure.
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Evan Honer Live
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Cain's Ballroom — Tickets available — Experience the artistry of Evan Honer as he shares his journey through music and production.
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Huser Brother Band Concert
7-11 p.m. — The Vanguard — Ticketed entry — Experience the captivating Red Dirt and Country sound of Huser Brother Band live in Tulsa.
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Sip & Stroll at Tulsa Botanic Garden
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Tulsa Botanic Garden — Members $100 | Non-Members $125 — An interactive evening of curated tastings and exploration in a vibrant spring setting.
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Golden Driller Marathon
7-11 a.m. — River West Festival Park — Multiple race distances available — Experience the thrill of the Golden Driller Marathon from 5k to full marathon.
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