Good morning, Tulsa.

Tulsa has opened community pools and cooling shelters in response to the hot weather, aiming to give residents relief near downtown and in east Tulsa.

The city also directs those in need to local organizations for extra help (including assistance for unhoused neighbors).

On Tuesday, July 7, an expired firework in an outdoor trash can ignited the attic of a Chelsea home, destroying most indoor items and leaving a single mother needing help as a family friend set up a GoFundMe.

Lollipops, a family-owned restaurant, opened its new Tulsa location in the former Goldie's building at 51st Street and Lewis Avenue yesterday, serving Nashville hot chicken + homemade desserts.

Organizers of the Route 66 Centennial Caravan traveled from Santa Monica to Chicago, celebrating the highway's legacy with stops at landmarks and local businesses; a notable turnout was seen between Oklahoma City and Tulsa.

More photos and stories will be shared in the coming weeks.

FX's The Lowdown, starring Ethan Hawke, Keith David and Tommy Lee Jones, is filming today in Tulsa’s historic Greenwood District from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Production will take place at Tee’s Barbershop + Sweet Lisa’s Soulfood Cafe with crews capturing footage throughout the area.

Tulsa Performing Arts Center has opened applications for its Youth Advisory Board for students in grades 9-12, with the program set to begin in August.

The board gives young people a chance to shape local theatre while gaining nonprofit leadership skills.

Tulsa Public Schools offers ESY services for special education students from July 7 through the month’s end.

The program features daily guest readers, Tulsa Zoo visits on July 13, 20, 15, 22, and 16, 23, and first responder visits with police on July 27 and 28 (fire department dates pending).

In highway construction zones, troopers advise drivers to remain in both lanes until the merge point to reduce backups and hazards.

Officials say early merging — which blocks the open lane — creates dangerous speed gaps, and new signage on Hwy 75 near Jenks has halved accidents.

At Hewgley Terrace, a Tulsa Housing Authority complex, both elevators have been nonoperational during a modernization project, leaving elderly and disabled residents stranded on upper floors and prompting a fire department rescue after a passenger became trapped; technicians are working to restore service.

The Oklahoma Caring Van is providing free vaccinations for Tulsa-area children in a back-to-school clinic series that begins today at Mingo WIC Clinic on East 21st Street, moves to Eastside Rise on South Garnett Road tomorrow, and continues through Saturday; parents must bring immunization records.

Since July 1, tenants at Vesta Capital apartments have had no dumpsters, causing trash to pile up at Woodland Manor and nearby sites.

Management provided one large red bin — hard to use for the elderly and disabled — with regular service expected to resume Wednesday.

Oklahoma State quarterback Drew Mestemaker spoke with News On 6 Sports during Big 12 Media Days in Frisco, Texas.

He praised the team’s growing chemistry with over 80 newcomers, noted Caleb Hawkins’ improved speed and strength, and said he is ready to compete for a championship in the upcoming 2026 season.

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.

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.

MIKE DADON x PWAP Live Concert

6:30 PM — The Boman — Tickets vary — Witness one of the summer's biggest independent shows featuring Mike DaDon and P-WOP with special guests.

Drew Dunn Live Comedy Show

6-9 p.m. — Tulsa Loony Bin Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughs with Drew Dunn's stand-up performance.

Norma Jean & Upon A Burning Body

7 p.m. — The Vanguard — Tickets available — Experience the heavy sounds of Norma Jean and Upon A Burning Body live in Tulsa.

50 Years of Duckhorn Vineyards Dinner

6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Summit — Reservations required — Celebrate half a century of fine wines with a delightful dinner event.