Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 20th of May.
Good morning, Tulsa.
Free workout classes returned to Guthrie Green on Monday, May 19th at 9:54 a.m. The series offers yoga, Zumba and barre taught by certified instructors — it runs weekly through October.
Due to severe storms, Tulsa's final Community Conversation—originally set for Monday—will be held on May 22 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Crossover Community Impact, where city officials will meet residents to discuss local concerns.
Boeing announced a deal with Qatar Airways to buy up to 210 widebody jets including 130 Dreamliners and 30 777-9s — the largest widebody order ever — with production support from Spirit AeroSystems in Tulsa and Wichita.
Tisdale’s Cigar Lounge, a Black-owned venue, opened on May 13 on historic Black Wall Street in downtown Tulsa—its owner, Rodney Tisdale, marked the day, which coincided with his son's birthday, by launching a premium cigar and spirits experience that honors local heritage.
Strong winds knocked out power for thousands of customers in Tulsa County on May 19th at 4:44 p.m. Gusts reaching 60 mph caused just over 1,000 outages in Creek and Tulsa counties.
Muscogee Nation Emergency Management installed six new advanced warning sirens on the reservation today—this installation comes as a safety measure ahead of severe weather expected with strong thunderstorms, large hail, and possible tornadoes.
Oklahoma State pitching coach Rob Walton announced he will retire after the 2025 season, ending a long career that began as an OSU star and included a head coaching stint at Oral Roberts.
Coach Josh Holliday said Walton helped lead the Cowboys to four College World Series trips and five Big 12 titles (he also coached 41 MLB Draft picks), marking a lasting impact on the program.
The Unlikely Candidates Live
8-9:30 p.m. — The Vanguard — Ticket prices vary — Experience the indie rock vibes of The Unlikely Candidates in an all-ages setting.
Do The Red, White, & Brew Pub Crawl
4:30-9 p.m. — Arnie's Bar — Ticket required — Celebrate Memorial Day weekend with a festive pub crawl featuring contests, prizes, and all-American fun.
Tulsa Speed Dating for Singles Age 40s/50s
3-5 p.m. — American Solera — Check site for ticket info — Engage in rapid-fire conversations with local singles to spark potential romance.
Ryan Adams Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Tulsa Theater — Ticket prices vary — Catch Ryan Adams live in a stunning venue for an unforgettable night of music.
Wicked Musical
May 28 – Jun 15 — Tulsa Performing Arts Center — Check local listings for ticket prices — Experience the magic and music of the beloved Broadway sensation reimagining the untold stories of the witches of Oz.
Chris Porter Live Stand-Up Comedy
7-8:30 p.m. — Bricktown Comedy Club — Tickets available — Come enjoy a night of laughs with comedian Chris Porter, known for his Netflix special 'Ugly & Angry'.
Candlelight: A Tribute to Coldplay
6:30 p.m. — German American Society-Tulsa — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Coldplay's anthems performed by a talented string quartet in a stunning candlelit setting.
Dierks Bentley Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — BOK Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of country music with Dierks Bentley live in Tulsa.
Floating Sound Bath Experience
9-10 a.m. — Brut Hotel Pool — Ticketed event — Float and relax with therapeutic sounds to achieve inner peace and balance.
WWE Monday Night RAW
6:30-8 p.m. — BOK Center — Check website for ticket prices — Experience the thrilling action of professional wrestling live in downtown Tulsa.
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