Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of September.
Good morning, Tulsa.
On Friday morning, an OTA worker was struck along the Muskogee Turnpike in Wagoner County and suffered serious injuries (broken ribs and fractured vertebrae) as officials urged drivers to slow down and eliminate distractions.
Orlando Jones performed last night at Loony Bin Comedy Club at 6808 South Memorial Drive and will perform additional shows today at 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. Tickets start at $29.
Today is 918 Day, marking Tulsa’s celebration with Mayor Monroe Nichols touring the city, a downtown arts and culture festival at Chapman Green (600 South Main St), and a Route 66 Passport Challenge featuring local history stops, while the Botanical Garden prepares to open Bootanical’s Hay Maze tomorrow.
On Friday, Jenks Middle School evacuated its students and staff after a reported gas leak led emergency crews to check the building (the school provided water, restrooms and air conditioning during the process).
Tulsa's San Miguel School celebrated 918 Day and Hispanic Heritage Month on Sept.
18 with cultural dancing, Mexican food and a Mariachi band at its Kendall-Whittier campus. The tuition-free middle school will host Dancing with the Tulsa Stars fundraiser on Nov. 19 at Cain's Ballroom.
Jenks Public Schools offers counselors for families following a student's suicide, while local mental health providers advise watching for signs of distress (such as isolation or irritability).
The Out of Darkness Walk will take place at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, Sep. 26 at the Jenks Riverwalk.
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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