Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 31st of October.
Good morning, Tulsa.
The Rose District in Broken Arrow honored veterans by displaying 40 new banners on Main Street that list each service member's military branch and years of service.
The banners were added on October 30 and will remain until Veterans Day so residents can reflect on their sacrifices.
Broken Arrow Police Department is asking residents to donate essential items like canned meats, pasta sauce and personal hygiene products at 1101 North 6th Street — a call made amid record numbers of people in need.
The Giving Machine returns to Tulsa and offers residents a hands-on way to donate directly to local nonprofits this holiday season at the Gathering Place—volunteers will be ready to help.
Those who cannot attend in person can give via a recorded Zoom session.
Governor Kevin Stitt called on local churches and food banks—amid a SNAP benefits freeze that has increased food demand—to help residents, while the Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma increased its workload to serve about 275,000 locals.
Mayor Monroe Nichols is planning long-term support with community partners for those losing their benefits.
Excavations at Oaklawn Cemetery uncovered 78 new graves in the search for victims of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre—36 of these were found this week and three sets of remains were sent to the on-site osteology lab for study.
Fieldwork began on October 14 and will continue for at least another week.
The City of Tulsa has announced a new inclement weather shelter at BeHeard Movement, located at 7216 E.
Admiral Pl, opening on November 17. It will offer case management, health services and shelter space starting with 50-60 beds and expanding to 125 for extreme weather events through March 31 — the facility is run by CREOKS with local partners and funded through ARPA.
Wrestling for Heroes — hosted by Oklahoma Freedom Flight and Gimmicked Promotions — will run November 14 to 16 in Pryor, featuring live wrestling and meet-and-greets with legends to support veterans' trips to Washington, D.C.
Coach Brent Venables said his team has improved its defense to slow Tennessee’s offense, which scores 45.6 points on average with quarterback Joey Aguilar and play-caller Josh Heupel (a top scoring unit).
The Sooners will play tomorrow in Knoxville and plan to win key matchups while limiting turnovers (a focus to stop big plays) to secure an SEC road win.
Runners nationwide voted the Williams Route 66 Marathon Oklahoma's top marathon after praising its energetic crowd support and creative course features.
Registration for the race, set for November 22—23 in downtown Tulsa, is now open.
Thunder rookie guard Nikola Topić began chemotherapy after a procedure confirmed his testicular cancer—he is being cared for by top specialists at OU Health and MD Anderson in Houston, and his teammates have rallied around him while he focused on getting healthy.
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.
5k Day of the Dead Run
8:00 – 10:30 AM — LaFortune Park — Entry fee applies — Celebrate El Dia de Los Muertos with a spirited 5K run to support a great cause.
FC Tulsa HOME PLAYOFFS
Join us for Tulsa’s first home playoff soccer match since 1983! Seven sections have already sold out and tickets are moving quickly! Do not wait to secure your seat to this historic night! Free Commemorative Rally towels for the first 6500 fans! $1 Beer Section Night (this section will sell out soon!) 4 Tacos for $10 at the Catrina’s Taco Truck
Wichita Thunder vs Tulsa Oilers
3:05 – 4:35 p.m. — BOK Center — Stream on FloHockey — Watch an exciting hockey showdown unfold live on your screens.
Open House Sunday 1:30 to 3:00 4523 S Lewis Ave. Assumable FHA 3.375% mortgage!
4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 bathrooms. one level built in 1965 Granite kitchen. 2,136 sq ft.
Big Thief Live Performance
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Cain's Ballroom — Ticket prices vary — Experience the raw emotion and artistry of Big Thief in the vibrant Tulsa Arts District.
Dog Man: The Musical
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Tulsa Performing Arts Center — Cost not specified — A hilarious and heartfelt family adventure based on the bestselling series by Dav Pilkey.
Allen Americans vs Tulsa Oilers
7:05-8:35 p.m. — BOK Center — Watch live on FloHockey — Catch the thrilling hockey match featuring local teams Allen Americans and Tulsa Oilers.
Charlie Berens: The Lost & Found Tour
7-8:30 p.m. — The Tulsa Theater — Tickets required — Get ready for an evening of side-splitting laughter with Emmy Award-winning comedian Charlie Berens.
Harvest Wine Dinner
6:00-11:59 PM — Juniper Restaurant — $70/seat + $25 for pairings — Enjoy a 5-course dinner featuring seasonal dishes paired with wines while supporting holiday donations to those in need.
Billie Eilish: Hit Me Hard and Soft Tour
7:00-8:30 p.m. — BOK Center — Tickets available — Experience the ethereal vocals of global pop sensation Billie Eilish live in concert.
Veterans Meet & Greet Breakfast
8-10 a.m. — Owasso Community Center — Free entry — Celebrate and honor those who have served in the U.S. military with guest speakers and a concert.
Women, Wisdom & Wine Networking Event
5-7 p.m. — The Church Studio — Free for members — Enjoy a delightful evening of laughter and networking with inspiring women in a historic venue.
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