Today
in Tulsa
Friday, May 8th, 2026
Good morning, Tulsa. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The City of Tulsa hosted its first Financial and Neighborhood Resource Fair in north Tulsa on Thursday. The event brought local organizations together to offer financial advice and local resource information for residents. FOX 23
- ➤ Tulsa volunteers who have long helped the Butterfly Home in the Philippines are now fundraising for a solar panel system to reduce soaring electricity costs that limit funds for food, staffing, and care. Their efforts aim to free up money to welcome more rescued girls in need. FOX 23
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A week ago, a fire damaged the Sheridan Pond apartment complex in south Tulsa and investigators are testing samples for accelerants+ displaced residents are aided by local food banks while officials examine the building's state. 2 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ During National Small Business Week, Broken Arrow Chamber of Commerce celebrated local shops like Funktified in the Rose District, where owner Sarah Lopp said community support fuels growth and job creation (the shop now employs 15 people). The event encourages residents to shop local. 2 News
- ➤ Tulsa International Airport completed its new Federal Inspection Services facility on Thursday, allowing nonstop international commercial flights and more airline gates. The new customs facility is a major step in boosting global connectivity for Tulsans — a win for the airport community. FOX 23
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tulsa authors Candace Lee and Eric Newman have seen their new middle-grade novel, George Goodwin Dragon Slayer, earn a spot on Amazon’s Best Books of May list before its release — the book follows a young Boy Scout facing a dragon in a West Virginia town. News On 6
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Jenks Planetarium will remain open for student use after district leaders decided to end public shows, allowing teachers to use the facility for math and science lessons and potentially save up to $1 million in costs (the change addresses concerns raised by families and staff). News On 6
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City leaders reviewed the condition of Tulsa's iconic Route 66 landmarks on May 7 in preparation for an expected influx of visitors for the Centennial celebrations — they aim to ensure the route is ready for the event. FOX 23
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Utica Square announced plans to redevelop 25,000 sqft by adding a new park and green space—plus updated parking, a widened crosswalk, landscaping and signage—with construction set to begin by the end of 2026. News On 6
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ NFL receiver Tyler Lockett and Bank of America hosted a free golf clinic at Page Belcher Golf Course on Thursday for over 60 children from local centers, offering a one-year free membership to Youth on Course so kids can play rounds at reduced rates through June 15. 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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Smells Like Nirvana Tribute Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Vanguard — Ticket Pricing Available — Celebrate the legendary sounds of Nirvana with a national tribute band performing classic hits.
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Amber Wallin Comedy Show
6-9 p.m. — Tulsa’s Bricktown Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughter with Amber Wallin's unique storytelling and humor.
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Dungeon Crawler Carl: A Parade of Horribles Midnight Release
5-11 p.m. — Magic City Books — $8 off pre-orders — Celebrate the release of book #8 with games, food, and special merchandise at this exciting midnight event.
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Whose Live Anyway
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Tulsa Theater — Ticket prices vary — Get ready to roar with laughter at this live improv comedy show featuring stars from the acclaimed TV series.
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Wine & Food Pairing Tasting
6-8 p.m. — Ti Amo Ristorante Italiano Downtown — $60 — Experience a curated tasting of five Italian wines paired with delicious small plates.
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Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban in Concert
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Tulsa Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of the wizarding world with live orchestral music accompanying this beloved film.
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Tech N9ne Live in Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Tulsa Theater — Prices vary — Experience an electrifying night of hip-hop with Tech N9ne and E-40 at a historic venue.
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School of Rock All School Show
11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — The Vanguard — $15 — Experience a showcase of rock legends performed by the next generation of Tulsa rock stars.
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Locked In Tour with Julia Leahy and Connor Willey
7-10 p.m. — Tulsa’s Bricktown Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — A comedic tour featuring two uniquely talented performers merging their styles for a night of laughs.
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Demetrius Fields Stand-Up Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — Tulsa’s Bricktown Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian Demetrius Fields who has taken the comedy scene by storm.
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