Good morning, Tulsa.

Skiatook Paws and Claws in Skiatook reported that only one dog of 75 was adopted at Sunday's event + the shelter is seeking new adopters and welcomes visitors daily from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. with weekly adoption events on Sundays from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Tulsa Zoo will offer new and renewing members in August a chance to name one of seven flamingo chicks plus seven randomly selected members will receive an email on Sept.

1 to choose their top three names from a list curated by the Bird Team.

Osage Casinos installed a new buffalo sculpture outside their Tulsa property today.

Osage artist John Free worked with his brother and nephew to create the 12-foot piece that honors Native culture (the largest project of his 36-year career).

After Monday evening’s Meet the Teacher event, parents noted some classrooms lacked proper A/C and TPS confirmed a part is needed, so officials are adjusting measures like closing windows and shifting activity times to keep students safe as classes resume today.

Tulsa Public Schools are preparing for the 2026-2027 school year by launching a no fight zone safety initiative (with conflict resolution tools), reducing testing, and using a $609 million bond to improve facilities.

Superintendent Ebony Johnson said teacher vacancies remain a key focus for a better learning environment.

Sand Springs Public Schools received a $1.38M federal grant to expand after-school and summer learning programs that provide homework help, STEM and arts activities, and meals at Garfield STEAM Academy and Northwoods Fine Arts Academy.

Applications are now open for after-school classes starting the day after Labor Day.

The Osage Nation lifted its state of emergency Friday after a $7.2M boost in retained revenue but kept the language immersion school closed, leaving parents with unanswered questions about cultural and education programs.

Policy changes will be reviewed as the Nation prepares for federal aid to expire Dec. 31.

INCOG shared its six-month study findings on improving travel safety, mobility and reliability in Tulsa and is asking residents & commuters to offer feedback until the end of August via its project website.

A Tulsa family whose home caught fire on Black Friday now faces a payment dispute between Allstate and Restoration 1 that is delaying the return of irreplaceable household items and personal belongings.

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.