Good morning, Tulsa.

Two Tulsa nonprofits held their annual Back-to-School Bash on Thursday, handing out about 1,000 backpacks with supplies, groceries, and diapers to families.

The event highlighted local support (Joy in the Cause and La Cosecha) for easing back-to-school expenses.

The Tulsa Housing Authority held its first-ever basketball championship this summer at its communities as kids built friendships instead of just competing; organizers plan a bigger basketball league next summer.

After $2.3M in improvements boosted fairways, greens, and equipment at the City-owned Page Belcher and Mohawk golf courses, more local golfers are playing rounds and spending in the pro shops.

Sidorakis Golf plans to unveil a master plan this fall — including updated flood control at Mohawk.

Church Studios in Tulsa celebrates Oklahoma icons (inspired Route 66) as executive director Stanton Doyle discussed the exhibit at 4:00 p.m. on News on 6.

The Oklahoma Museum of Popular Culture will honor Stephen Hillenburg with a sold-out panel discussion featuring Tom Kenny & longtime creative Derek Drymon from 5 to 7:30 p.m., where guests will preview a new SpongeBob archive, followed by a live concert at The Vanguard at 9:30 p.m. with available tickets.

Restoration crews are upgrading the 251-ft spires of Holy Family Cathedral in downtown Tulsa, working from a 100-ft platform to install new copper siding — the historic cathedral’s project is set to finish this fall.

Wagoner Public Schools adjusted its daily schedule to start classes at 7:45 a.m. so that elementary students receive 40 minutes of recess; by Wednesday morning, the campus was free of construction+ every classroom was staffed after hiring 21 new teachers.

OSU researchers are training graduate students using the screwworm outbreak in Texas as a real-world study.

The parasite remains undetected locally despite 45 cases in Texas, and livestock producers are advised to check for wounds on their animals.

Mayor Monroe Nichols visited Eden Village (a key Safe Move partner) to review progress and meet people becoming housed through the Rapid Exit Program.

The nearly year-old program has helped over 500 people exit homelessness and is expanding housing options for more community members.

Tulsa residents can register for TPD's Citizens Police Academy for Fall 2026 (Sept.

10–Dec. 10) to learn police work through hands-on sessions on use of force, firearms training, pursuits and investigations. The free program is open to those living, working or studying in Tulsa.

OSU Medicine held its groundbreaking in Collinsville on Thursday for a new $11.5 million urgent care clinic that is expected to serve about 8,500 primary care and 2,800 urgent care visits each year.

The facility will open next summer to help local residents access care.

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 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.