Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 16th of June.
Good morning, Tulsa.
Acoustic Freight Train Instrument Donation + Tulsa musician Jenny Trower surprised Catoosa High student Cheyenne with her first drum kit today; the gift aims to fuel her passion for percussion and comes amid plans for instrument collection events on June 21 at popular local venues.
Boy Scout Ryker Yocham from Bixby was honored by police for saving an infant from a pool accident.
He received a Life Saving Award, police pin, and command coin from Chief Todd Blish.
The Tulsa Air and Space Museum is asking for donations to restore and move the historic A-26 Invader (Lady Liberty) to a permanent display after a 2025 accident ended its flying career.
Crews are preparing the disassembled warbird at Ponca City Regional Airport for its future exhibition.
The Institute of American Indian Arts is launching the Patsy Phillips Endowed Scholarship in Museum Studies to honor Tulsa native Patsy Phillips as she retires, supporting Indigenous women students in museum studies.
Pledged at $85,000, the fund will gather more donations ahead of the IAIA Benefit and Auction in August.
After heavy rains damaged a section of Woodland Memorial Park Cemetery in Sand Springs, owner Jerry Dillon said he is installing a drainage system by next week to prevent further damage.
Affected families who have shared photos on social media may contact Dillon with suggestions (ensuring community concerns are addressed).
Crews working on Elm St. in Jenks have reduced traffic to one lane today from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. due to stormwater line work associated with the road widening project; residents say they continue to be impacted as work is expected to last a few weeks.
A Tulsa pastor running for Congress admitted on X yesterday that he crossed a boundary by texting a woman who is not his wife.
He said he ended communication and handled the matter privately with his wife and spiritual advisors after the texts were discovered near Mother's Day.
Tuesday's ballot will include a state question proposing to raise the minimum wage from $7.25 to $15 by 2029 with automatic adjustments in 2030.
Supporters & opponents in Tulsa are divided over impacts on living costs and small businesses.
Que Gusto hosted its first FIFA World Cup watch party Saturday night in Tulsa — drawing a packed crowd despite Ecuador’s 1-0 loss to Ivory Coast.
The restaurant will host two additional watch parties on June 20 at 7 p.m. and June 25 at 3 p.m.
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.
Parker Millsap Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Vanguard — Tickets from $58 — Experience the can't-miss live performance of Parker Millsap in Tulsa.
David Lewis Live Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Vanguard — Ticket prices vary — Experience the mesmerizing vocals of David Lewis in an intimate setting.
The Notebook Musical
8-11 p.m. — Tulsa Performing Arts Center — Tickets available — Experience the timeless love story of Allie and Noah come to life on stage.
She Hates Me Not Live Performance
7-8:30 p.m. — The Vanguard — Tickets available — Experience the raw, in-your-face sound of She Hates Me Not as they rock Tulsa.
Michael Glatzmaier Musical Improv Comedy Show
4-11 PM — Tulsa’s Bricktown Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of spontaneous musical improv comedy based on audience suggestions.
Tulsa Drillers vs. Corpus Christi Hooks
All day — ONEOK Field — Tickets required — Experience thrilling baseball action as the Tulsa Drillers clash with the Corpus Christi Hooks over six exciting days.
Pork & Pinot Wine Event
6:30-9 p.m. — The Summit — Reservations required — Indulge in a delightful tasting experience with exquisite wines and gourmet pork dishes.
Lewis & Cork Wine Dinner
6-9:30 p.m. — Juniper Restaurant — Food $70 | Pairings $55 — Celebrate summer with an exquisite wine tasting and a five-course menu inspired by the Pacific Northwest.
Pariah System Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Vanguard — Cost info not available — Experience an electrifying performance by Pariah System in Tulsa's vibrant venue.
Craig Shoemaker Comedy Show
6-9 p.m. — Tulsa Loony Bin Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with Craig Shoemaker's stand-up performance.
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