Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of July.
Good morning, Tulsa.
Today, the Salvation Army’s Heat Relief Team is moving across Tulsa to help people facing record heat by delivering water, Vitamin Water, and refreshing supplies near the busy Denver (and Archer) area.
Their outreach efforts include ongoing day and night stops to check on people affected by dangerous temperatures.
Residents at the Hewgley Terrace Apartments have been stranded nearly a month by broken elevators that left many mobility-challenged neighbors unable to leave their homes.
Late Tuesday, elevator inspectors approved repairs on one car and the Tulsa Housing Authority said work will resume to restore the second.
Zarrow International received 250 'Love Stone' basketballs donated by Kim Hiddleston to benefit Tulsa Public Schools students — honoring her late son Stone and raising awareness of fentanyl dangers.
Park Aerospace plans a $65 million factory on 18 acres near the new control tower at Tulsa International Airport that will hire 100 workers in its first phase starting late 2028 or early 2029; state officials finalized the deal in London.
Pokémon card collectors gathered early on Tuesday morning outside Sam’s Club near East 41st Street and South Sheridan to purchase the exclusive Pokémon Trading Card Game premium collection sold for $54.98; some shoppers even brought mattresses to secure their spot.
Whitey's Pawn and Tool in Sand Springs is seeing up to 16 daily cash loans as rising gas prices force locals to pawn valuables like jewelry and guns—owner Ivan White says many need extra funds for work and bills and the shop now holds more inventory for bargain buyers.
Monte Cassino School will open St. Scholastica Academy for students with dyslexia and language-based learning differences, serving second and third grades with plans to expand to fifth grade starting the 2027-2028 school year.
Families can attend an information session on Thursday, July 30 at 4 p.m. to learn more.
Tulsa stays hot overnight due to the urban heat island effect as concrete and metal absorb day heat and release it at night (according to the EPA).
The City of Tulsa is planting more trees to help cool neighborhoods and protect vulnerable residents and pets.
EMSA has responded to 94 heat-related calls this month—61 patients were taken to hospitals as the medical heat alert remains in effect.
Officials urge residents to hydrate and wear light clothing when outdoors to stay safe.
Special Strong, an adaptive fitness center for athletes with physical and cognitive challenges inspired by the owners' personal journey, will open tomorrow in south Tulsa at Courts and Commons in Bixby (4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.).
Two Tulsa women, Laura Chaney and Sarah Dean, completed the ultra-endurance event 29029 (an Everesting challenge) at Crystal Mountain near Mount Rainier where climbers aim for 29,029 feet over 12 climbs in 36 hours; they trained for 20 weeks, battled rain, darkness and cramping, and now plan another adventure.
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.
Oklahoma! Musical
July 24 – August 16 — Tulsa Performing Arts Center — Tickets required — Experience Rodgers & Hammerstein's beloved musical in a fresh production this summer.
Lexington SC vs FC Tulsa
7:30-8:30 p.m. — ONEOK Field — Ticket prices vary — Watch FC Tulsa take on Lexington SC in an exciting USL Championship match.
Tales of Vicious Mockery
6-9 p.m. — Tulsa’s Bricktown Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary at the door — Experience a fully improvised Dungeons & Dragons comedy show driven by audience choices and side-splitting adventure.
Benson Boone Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — BOK Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience one of pop music's biggest rising stars live in Tulsa this summer.
Mary Ryan Brown: Be Blessed Tour
7-10 p.m. — Tulsa’s Bricktown Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy sharp Southern wit and relatable stories from up-and-coming comedian Mary Ryan Brown.
Kam Patterson Live
7-10 p.m. — Tulsa’s Bricktown Comedy Club — Ticket prices may vary — Experience high-energy comedy from the newest SNL cast member.
Underoath Live in Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Vanguard — Tickets starting at $123 — Experience the unforgettable live performance of Underoath in Tulsa.
Kam Patterson Live
7-10 p.m. — Tulsa’s Bricktown Comedy Club — Premium seating available — Catch comedian Kam Patterson as he brings his sharp humor and high-energy performance to the stage.
David Jolly Live
6-10 p.m. — Tulsa’s Bricktown Comedy Club — Tickets from $60 — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian David Jolly in a vibrant venue.
John Caparulo Live
7-10 p.m. — Tulsa’s Bricktown Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughs with comedian John Caparulo, known from Chelsea Lately and his stand-up specials.
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