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John 3:16 Mission hosted its annual Honey Harvest (supporting vocational training for recovery students) at its Refuge Campus Service Center and Vocational Training building, where participants learned beekeeping, honey bottling, and wax product production.

A New Leaf in Owasso will hold open interviews at The Village on Aug.

1, Aug. 12 and Aug. 15 as it seeks 50 to 70 workers for its new apartment complex for people with developmental disabilities. Nearly 700 people are on the waiting list.

City leaders held a resource session Thursday night for residents at Vesta Apartments (including many seniors) facing maintenance delays, uncollected trash, and legal challenges amid unclear management.

Legal Aid and councilor Lori Decter Wright advised tenants to document rent payments and report breaches as issues persist.

After abuse allegations a year ago, Owasso Animal Shelter has improved by saving over 70 animals and maintaining a no-kill status with rescue partner support; the shelter plans new volunteer training and a foster network to boost local adoptions.

American Solar Challenge's solar-powered cars made a checkpoint stop at Route 66 Historical Village in Tulsa on Thursday.

The 1,500-mile race, which began in Brainerd, paused for 30 minutes for charging and optional challenge loops and will continue to Amarillo.

A New Leaf is set to open a 53-unit apartment community for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Owasso this fall.

The nonprofit is hiring caregivers because a waitlist of over 700 people shows the community needs more support (staff highlighted the ongoing recruitment challenge).

Tulsa Performing Arts Center revives Oklahoma! and runs through Aug.

16; audiences can also enjoy a pre-show barbecue dinner and cabaret experience that offers a fresh take on the Rodgers and Hammerstein classic.

Michael Wallis, a Route 66 expert, discussed the highway’s centennial celebration and Pixar’s Cars role on News On 6 — he explained how the film introduced the Mother Road to a new generation.

Union Public Schools raised bus driver pay to $20.19 an hour this week to fill nine open positions and keep 73 drivers running 360 routes for over 10,000 students — transportation director Rob Harris said the move eases staffing shortages across Green Country.

The U.S. Department of Energy awarded GRDA a $28.5 million federal grant on Thursday for upgrades at Unit 2 of the Grand River Energy Center in Chouteau, keeping the 450-megawatt plant online for eastern communities.

Upgrades will improve coal handling (water, air delivery, turbine controls) to meet rising energy demands.

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.

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.

John Caparulo Live Comedy Show

8:45-11:45 p.m. — Tulsa’s Bricktown Comedy Club — Ticket price varies — Catch comedian John Caparulo, known for his hilarious performances and TV appearances, in a night of laughs.

Johnny Mullenax Live at Mercury Lounge

12-3 p.m. — Mercury Lounge — Entry fee varies — Enjoy a lively bluegrass brunch with local talent and guest musicians in a collaborative atmosphere.