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in Tulsa
Monday, August 18th, 2025
Good morning, Tulsa. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 18th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Jenks dedicated Oklahoma's first Purple Heart Garden at Veterans Park on August 17th to honor service members wounded or killed in combat plus community leaders and residents attended the ceremony. News On 6
- ➤ Today, the Frontier Shores Volunteer Fire Department faces a potential shutdown as its building, damaged by flooding, heads for demolition when property owners reclaim it—fire chief Steve Matias says the department, which relies solely on donations, needs a new station to protect the community with faster response times. Local residents worry that without a proper building, the area will remain at risk. 2 News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ At Zink Lake on Saturday morning, Tulsa Fire and Police responded to a drowning in which a 16-year-old boy died after rescuers deployed three boats, a raft and a drone — another individual in the water was not injured. FOX 23
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 32-year-old woman was shot and killed near 36th and Yale on Saturday afternoon when a man in a red car opened fire during a dispute, and a 50-year-old man with a gunshot wound is expected to recover—police say the attack was not random. KTUL
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dove Science Academy students received over 3,000 internet-connected devices donated by Verizon Innovative Learning Program—helping eight Tulsa campuses start the school year with better digital access. The program aimed to close digital gaps and support student learning. News On 6
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On August 17th, Oklahoma lawmakers challenged imported beef mislabeling and raised concerns over a planned summit with Putin while they criticized high school sports transfer rules that block local students. They also approved a ruling that lets campaign funds cover home security upgrades following threats—moves that show a clear push to protect local producers, athletes, and officials. News On 6
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Gallup poll from July showed that only 54% of American adults drank alcohol—the lowest rate since 1939—as health concerns made many view even moderate drinking as risky. In response, The Mystic in Jenks is expanding its menu to include nonalcoholic beers and handcrafted mocktails to meet growing demand from customers who want to socialize without alcohol. News On 6
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Bixby and OU star Cade Cavalli earned his first big league win yesterday when he pitched seven shutout innings for the Nationals against the Phillies. News On 6
- ➤ Local college alumni shined in Week 2 of the NFL preseason as players from OSU and OU made key plays in NFL games. Former OSU wide receiver Brennan Presley logged 102 receiving yards and a 40-yard catch for the Rams—former OU players Drake Stoops and Danny Stutsman added 23 yards and five tackles while others like Ollie Gordon II, Dillon Gabriel, Nick Martin, Sterling Shepard, and Quentin Skinner also posted notable stats. News On 6
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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.
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Martin Woods Wine Tasting
5-6:30 p.m. — Ti Amo Ristorante Italiano Downtown — $25 tasting fee waived with wine purchase — Discover exquisite Oregon wines with a passionate winemaker.
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Max McNown Live in Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Cain's Ballroom — Tickets available — Catch rising country star Max McNown live with his heartfelt lyrics at the iconic venue.
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Wild Brew 2025
Event Time — Arvest Convention Center — Check event page for details — Enjoy delectable fare from top local restaurants paired with first-rate beers from local breweries.
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In Lacinia Reptile Show
10 AM – 4 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Tulsa - Warren Place — Tickets available at the door — Explore thousands of reptiles, amphibians, and supplies with your family.
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Henry Morris Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Vanguard — Tickets available — Experience heartfelt country-rock performances by rising star Henry Morris in a vibrant venue.
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Toadies Live in Concert
7-9 p.m. — Cain's Ballroom — Tickets available — Experience a night of electrifying rock with the legendary 1990s grunge band Toadies.
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Bachman-Turner Overdrive Concert
8-10 p.m. — River Spirit Casino Resort — Ticket Info Unknown — Experience the classic rock sounds of the legendary Bachman-Turner Overdrive live in Tulsa.
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Tulsa Punk Rock Flea Market 2025
8 a.m. — Expo Square — Free entry — Explore the vibrant world of alternative culture and unique finds at this eclectic punk rock market.
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Tulsa Career Fair
9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Marriott Tulsa Hotel Southern Hills — Free entry — Meet face to face with local and Fortune 500 employers to explore exciting job opportunities.
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DisruptHR Tulsa
4:30-8 p.m. — The Summit — Networking event — Shake up the traditional HR scene with innovative ideas and engaging talks.
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