Good morning, Tulsa.

Zuri Israel, who faced homelessness after his wife's death, moved into his tiny home at Eden Village two days ago — making him the 60th resident at the nearly full community.

Tulsa Mayor Monroe Nichols toured the site with Safe Move Tulsa to showcase the program's life-changing progress.

The Tulsa State Fair is hiring for roles including paid parking, security, ticket selling, ticket scanning, environmental services, and food and beverage.

The fair runs Oct. 1-11 at Expo Square, and interested applicants can apply online (details on the official website).

Sapulpa is hosting the 37th Annual Route 66 Blowout Car Show downtown on Sept.

12 with hundreds of classic vehicles, food vendors, shopping, and live entertainment. Registration is now required (pre-registration only) for this local event.

Clary Sage College hosts its 22nd Cuts for Kids event today through Aug.

5-6, offering free back-to-school haircuts for school-aged children from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. at 3131 S. Sheridan Road (local agencies are providing family resources and services).

The Tulsa retailer Abersons, known for its luxury collections and personal service+ a local favorite, was named one of America’s top 25 stores by The New York Times.

The honor+ a sign of its ongoing quality underscores its strong community ties.

Green Country Tourism is launching a photo contest for a Tunes and Spoons Weekend Getaway prize in Claremore.

Entries featuring scenes from northeast Oklahoma will be accepted through Aug. 10 (VIP concert passes are part of the prize) to highlight the region's beauty.

Jenks Public Schools will start classes on Aug.

13 after a ribbon cutting on Aug. 10 (for its new Freshman Academy with updated science labs, math classrooms, and family spaces). Superintendent Dr. Stacey Butterfield also detailed plans for the new recess law, cell phone policy, and free meal applications.

Kelsey Snider, a Broken Arrow teacher, won national recognition – receiving nearly $20K in grants and supplies for Highland Park Elementary – after more than 175,000 community votes in the Stock Your School contest.

The honor supports her art classes for kindergarten through fifth grade as the school prepares for the new term.

Tulsa-area schools are monitoring cyclosporiasis cases after the Oklahoma Health Department reported 418 statewide on Aug.

4 as the new school year nears. Owasso, Tulsa, and Broken Arrow schools said the produce recall does not affect their plans, continuing with strict food safety protocols.

Broken Arrow Public Schools students will return to class Aug.

12 as Superintendent Chuck Perry announced plans to test RFID cards on buses (a new safety measure) while using AI to support teaching and preparing a smooth leadership handoff in his final year before retiring.

Coaches from Union Public Schools athletic department got CPR training Tuesday (with Hillcrest South, Tulsa Fire and the American Heart Association) for 130 staff to prepare for the upcoming school year and fall sports season; they practiced chest compressions and AED use to handle emergencies on the field.

Inola students return Wednesday with a 20-minute longer day and safety upgrades including key card access, automated locks and updates.

The district renovated the band room, updated computer labs and plans to install air conditioning in the gym — elementary classes start at 8 a.m. and middle/high at 8:10 a.m.

East 91st Street between South Harvard and South Yale avenues will reopen on Aug.

13 with one lane in each direction to improve access to Jenks East Intermediate and Jenks East Elementary as construction continues. Motorists should plan for delays during peak school traffic.

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.

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.