Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of July.
Good morning, Tulsa.
Westlake Ace Hardware and its Tulsa customers donated over 200 box fans to the Salvation Army to help residents beat the summer heat.
The annual Fan Drive raised $3,360 locally as part of a campaign that has delivered over 78,000 fans nationwide.
The Black Wall Street Food Festival returns on Saturday, July 18 in Tulsa's Historic Greenwood District, featuring over 50 food vendors and live DJ entertainment from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. The event celebrates local culture and entrepreneurship.
Oklahoma has added seven artifacts to the America250 Time Capsule to mark the country’s 250th birthday, including a proclamation, belt buckle and NBA pin (each showing a key moment).
The capsule will be sealed on July 4 at Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia and remain unopened for 250 years.
Tulsa's Mabee Center will host an Elvis Presley tribute concert on Saturday, July 4 from 6 to 8 p.m. Singer Cody DNF will recreate the historic set with the original piano, show never-before-seen footage, and let families head to fireworks afterward.
OSU-Tulsa and TYPROS hosted Just Show Up, a networking event for job seekers offering career advice and professional connections at the OSU-Tulsa Auditorium (700 North Greenwood Avenue) from 6 to 7 p.m. The event concluded with a live Q&A session.
Today, Tulsa launched the T-Town HOME Catalog that offers 18 pre-approved housing plans for accessory dwelling units, single-family homes, duplexes, fourplexes, a sixplex and a tenplex to speed up infill projects; developers still need site reviews to customize the plans as needed.
Officials for Rural Water District 7 issued a water rationing alert on Tuesday, June 30 after both pumps went offline, and residents were advised not to water gardens, fill pools or water plants until repairs are complete.
Ascension St. John Medical Center in Tulsa partnered with Dec My Room to transform the NICU for baby Hank, born June 12 to the Fowler family, with a baseball-themed makeover.
The hospital plans to expand the program to help more families during long stays (its first in Tulsa).
EMSA issued its first Medical Heat Alert of 2026 on Tuesday at 3:00 p.m. in Tulsa after receiving five heat-related calls with three hospital transports — with the Fourth of July weekend approaching, EMSA advises residents to stay hydrated and wear light clothing.
Jamie Harwick (46) qualified for Team USA in BMX after ranking number one in her age group and will join the team in Australia on July 15.
Her journey started in 2021 and now inspires many women from Tulsa.
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.
The Great Okie Jokie Laugh-Off
9:45 p.m. — Tulsa’s Bricktown Comedy Club — Tickets start at $65 — Get ready for a side-splitting evening filled with laughter and fun.
Folds of Honor - Tulsa Freedom Fest
Event Day — 8:00 p.m. — River Parks — Free entry — Celebrate America's 250th Birthday with one of the largest free fireworks shows.
Stand-Up Comedy with Sammy Obeid
7-10 p.m. — Tulsa’s Bricktown Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a hilarious night featuring world-record comedian Sammy Obeid.
Springfield Cardinals vs. Tulsa Drillers
Daily games from Jul 7-12 — ONEOK Field — Affordable entry — Experience the excitement of minor league baseball with family and friends.
DisruptHR Tulsa 11.0
4:30-8 p.m. — Stokely Event Center — Networking and refreshments available — Engage with 12 dynamic speakers in a fast-paced information exchange about the world of work.
AJ Wilkerson Live Stand-Up Comedy
Time TBD — Tulsa Loony Bin Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening filled with nervous charm and hilarious stories from rising comedian AJ Wilkerson.
2026 AGF Tulsa Open
Saturday, Jul 11th — Arvest Convention Center — Registration required — Over 490 competitors from 28 academies clash in this exciting kids' jiu-jitsu tournament.
Johnny Mullenax Live at Mercury Lounge
12-3 p.m. — Mercury Lounge — Free entry — Experience a lively bluegrass brunch with guest musicians and a communal vibe in Tulsa.
Nostalgia Wine Dinner
6-9 p.m. — Juniper Restaurant — Food $85, Wine $40 plus tax and gratuity — Celebrate French cuisine with classic dishes on Bastille Day.
The Damn Quails Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Vanguard — Tickets available — Experience an evening of live music with The Damn Quails in Tulsa.
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