Today
in Tulsa
Friday, April 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Tulsa. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Demand Project will open its new Tulsa headquarters & Monarch Advocacy Center on Tuesday, April 14 at 11 a.m. at 4937 South 78th East Avenue where guests can tour the facility, hear remarks from leaders and enjoy a meal from local food trucks. FOX 23
- ➤ Residents are invited to join a Tulsa neighborhood cleanup effort through April 30 at over 20 sites (17 along Route 66) with free supplies and a limited-edition T-shirt for volunteers. More hands are needed to help reduce trash and celebrate the centennial of Route 66. News On 6
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Attorneys are investigating whether delayed treatment after a head injury during a November 25 game contributed to Connors State College basketball player Ethan Dietz's death after he was taken to a Tulsa hospital. News On 6
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Tulsa Innovation Labs is accepting applications for its spring 2026 Rose Rock Bridge cohort, a six-week program connecting energy startups with corporate partners; applications are due April 6 and participants may win up to $100,000. FOX 23
- ➤ Oklahoma-based Frontier Electronic Systems built the vital flight control hardware for NASA’s Artemis II mission that launched Wednesday. The 10-day lunar mission highlights the state’s growing role in aerospace (fostering local innovation) and may drive further economic progress. KTUL
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Nearly 5,000 students attended the 80th annual FCCLA state convention (the largest one-day event in Oklahoma) on April 2 at the Arvest Convention Center, where they competed in 30 career-focused events, and top performers will advance to a national competition in Washington, D.C. News On 6
- ➤ Tulsa Public Schools has delayed a parking lot expansion at Grissom Elementary until summer break as it works with city officials to secure permits. The delay comes amid a years-long neighborhood dispute over traffic safety during school drop-offs and pick-ups. 2 News
- ➤ Tulsa Public Schools detailed that the 2026 bond is its 5th request in 36 years. Past bonds funded buses, Chromebooks, secure entryways, and athletic centers, while new funds may be used for land, classroom projects, and equipment upgrades. 2 News
- ➤ Local teachers received surprise tickets to see Zach Bryan’s With Heaven on Tour stop at H.A. Chapman Stadium today and Saturday (distributed by the Sonic Foundation as part of its public education support program), with over 5,000 tickets given to educators across the region. FOX 23
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On March 28, Tulsa’s recycling audit showed a 22.72% contamination rate—the lowest since the program began in 2012—thanks to enforcement and education efforts. Officials plan to continue these measures to further improve recycling practices. News On 6
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A new report from TRIP shows that Oklahoma had 4,127 traffic deaths and 76,661 injuries from 2020 to 2025. Officials said drivers on rural roads and in work zones faced extra risk (the fatality rate was 19% higher than the national average) and ODOT will add safety measures soon. KTUL
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Eric Sanders set a new state record on Tuesday, April 2 by catching a northern hog sucker weighing 2 pounds, 4 ounces in the Illinois River, according to the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation. The catch was recorded at 2:50 p.m., officials said. 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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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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Intro to Sourdough
12-5 p.m. — Country Bird Bakery — Cost info not provided — Learn to create artisanal sourdough bread from start to finish while gaining your own starter.
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