Today
in Tulsa
Friday, December 5th, 2025
Good morning, Tulsa. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Tulsa Herb Society is hosting its annual Carol & Crumpets holiday market from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Tulsa Garden Center. Over 30 local vendors offer handcrafted goods while Snowflake Café serves home-cooked lunches from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. News On 6
- ➤ On Wednesday afternoon, a Sand Springs school bus stopped when the driver suffered a medical emergency, and 9-year-old Kane Lee called 911 and kept fellow students calm until help arrived. Kane will be recognized at school today for his bravery. News On 6
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Chick-fil-A opens its new Brookside location near 41st and Peoria today and offers free meals to guests dressed in cow print or as the chain mascot. The restaurant provides drive-thru, dine-in, carry-out, and delivery service with a special traffic plan managed with local authorities. News On 6
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local Jenks residents are pressing ahead with plans to open a history museum by collecting artifacts and setting up micro-museums. President Todd Bogan said the group aims to build a permanent, interactive museum within five years + accepts community donations to preserve local heritage. 2 News
- ➤ Zach Bryan will perform two shows on April 3 and 4 at H.A. Chapman Stadium at The University of Tulsa (supporting acts include Trampled by Turtles and J.R. Carroll) as tickets go on sale Friday at 9 a.m. KTUL
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Tulsa Community College received approval from the State Regents to offer its first bachelor’s degree in Child Development (pending Higher Learning Commission clearance) and will launch the program Fall 2026 (with in-person and online courses) to prepare students for early education careers. KTUL
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ OSU researchers warn that eastern red cedars are spreading quickly and increasing wildfire risks, reducing groundwater, and creating conditions for ticks and mosquitoes to thrive. Efforts to limit the trees stalled at the Capitol, leaving communities to face worsening environmental challenges. News On 6
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A local coworker donated her kidney to help a mother's son in need, marking an act of kindness that brings community hope. A winter weather advisory remains in effect until 3 PM CST (Muskogee, Okfuskee, Creek, Okmulgee, Tulsa, Wagoner, and McIntosh Counties), so residents should drive carefully on slippery roads. FOX 23
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ French mastiff and bull mastiff mix Ozzy set the Guinness World Record for longest tongue on a living dog when his tongue measured 7.8 inches (beating the previous record of over five inches). News On 6
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Tulsa County Home Finance Authority has launched a new program to help first-time homebuyers by offering a below-market mortgage and up to 3.5% for down payment assistance, open on a first-come, first-served basis + easing the burden of rising home prices and locked 6.35% interest rates. KTUL
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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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Tulsa Jingle Bell Run
9 AM – 12 PM — River West Festival Park — Registration required — Celebrate the season with a festive 5K run, where runners and walkers can enjoy a cheerful atmosphere.
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Tulsa Ballet - The Nutcracker
1-7 p.m. — Tulsa Performing Arts Center — Experience the magic of Tchaikovsky's classic in a vibrant local rendition featuring thrilling choreography and live music.
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A Christmas Carol
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Tulsa Performing Arts Center — Enjoy a festive dining experience at Juniper before the show.
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TECHMAS 9 Celebration
5-8 p.m. — Welltown Brewing — Registration required — Celebrate technology in Oklahoma with festive drinks, live music, and a toy drive for local families in need.
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A Christmas Carol
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Tulsa Performing Arts Center — Reservations recommended — Enjoy a festive dining experience before the classic holiday tale unfolds.
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A Christmas Carol
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Tulsa Performing Arts Center — Reservations recommended — Enjoy a festive evening with a classic tale of redemption during the holiday season.
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Tulsa Ballet - The Nutcracker
1-2:30 p.m. — Tulsa Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of the beloved holiday classic with stunning performances from the Tulsa Ballet.
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Trolley Ride & Wine Dinner at French Hen
6:22-9:30 p.m. — French Hen — $149 per person + tax and gratuity — Experience a festive ride with wine and dinner amid holiday lights.
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A Christmas Carol
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Tulsa Performing Arts Center — Dinner at Juniper before the show — Experience a classic holiday tale with a pre-show dining option.
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A Christmas Carol
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Tulsa Performing Arts Center — Dine at Juniper before enjoying this classic tale that comes to life on stage.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The beauty of a living thing is not the atoms that go into it, but the way those atoms are put together.
~ Carl Sagan
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