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Good morning, this is Tulsa Local Pulse for Tuesday, March 3rd. We start with exciting new business news that promises to change daily life downtown. Oasis Fresh Market just gave us a sneak peek at Tulsas first full-service grocery store in over a decade, opening this June at 119 East 6th Street in the ARCO apartment building. Founder AJ Johnson plans to hire over 100 people, serve more than a thousand customers daily, and tackle food deserts with fresh produce, a deli, butcher, and even hot meals from a production kitchen. We love how hes partnering with the community, just like he did at his north Tulsa spot since 2021.

Shifting to city hall updates, theres no major council news today, but were watching road safety closely after Oklahoma Transportation Director Tim Gatz warned of a 106 percent spike in work zone fatalities last year, blaming speed and distractions. He urges us to slow down in zones along I-244 and Highway 75, especially as spring construction ramps up, keeping our commuters safer.

On the job front, Tulsas HVAC leader AAON in north Tulsa just passed the Department of Energys tough commercial building challenge with their Alpha Class EXTREME SERIES units, now available from 3 to 40 tons. This means more high-tech manufacturing jobs here as they expand energy-efficient tech that works down to 20 degrees below zero.

Weather today brings mild temps in the mid-50s under partly cloudy skies, perfect for outdoor walks along the Arkansas River trails, though watch for gusty winds up to 20 miles per hour that could scatter event setups. Expect the same tomorrow with a chance of evening showers.

For sports, our Oklahoma State Cowgirls softball game against Nebraska got canceled yesterday, but local high school teams shone with Union grabbing a big win over Jenks.

Crime report from the past day stays calm, with Tulsa Police noting a vehicle pursuit arrest near 51st and Sheridan, no injuries reported, reminding us to stay vigilant.

Looking ahead, mark your calendars for the downtown farmers market kickoff this Saturday at Guthrie Green.

And a feel-good note, local schools report strong achievements, like Booker T. Washingtons robotics team qualifying for nationals.

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Good morning, this is Tulsa Local Pulse for Saturday, February 28. We start with breaking news from the Justice Department, which sued Oklahoma Thursday for not sharing detailed voter records from the State Election Board, as reported by Tulsa World and KOSU. Attorney General Gentner Drummond pledges cooperation, but it highlights tensions over voter data access that could affect our local elections.

Shifting to city hall updates, Mental Health Association Oklahoma is reviewing its housing portfolio, including key Tulsa spots like Walker Hall on South Baltimore Avenue, Lewiston Apartments on South Lewis Avenue, Pheasant Run on East 73rd Street, and Quincy Square on South Quincy Avenue. Tulsa Flyer notes they are tackling millions in deferred maintenance on these aging properties to sustain affordable housing and support homelessness efforts through A Way Home for Tulsa. Renovations continue with over three million dollars invested recently, ensuring safer homes for families.

In real estate, evictions are fueling a housing crisis disrupting classrooms statewide, with Fox 23 linking instability directly to student learning here in Tulsa. Job market stays steady, though conservatives push to shrink state government, per The Oklahoman.

On the sports front, our Tulsa Oilers grabbed a thrilling 2-0 shutout win last night at WeStreet Ice Center against Rapid City Rush, with rookie Jonny Hooker scoring his first two pro goals. We cheer them on tonight for Bedlam on Ice at BOK Center, puck drop 7:05. Memorial High School plays Tahlequah in basketball playoffs at home tonight at 7.

Weather today brings mild temps in the low 50s with partly cloudy skies, perfect for outdoor activities, though watch for light winds near the Arkansas River. Outlook stays dry through Monday.

New business buzz includes a deal for an aluminum plant in nearby Inola. Community events ahead: catch the Oilers doubleheader vibe and check A Way Home for Tulsa gatherings.

Schools added 83 emergency-certified teachers statewide, says KOCO, amid quality debates. Crime report from the past day notes no major Tulsa incidents, but stay vigilant.

For a feel-good story, TSET Healthy Youth Initiative equips our kids with tools for healthier lives, per TulsaKids Magazine.

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Good morning, this is Tulsa Local Pulse for Friday, February 27.

We start with breaking news from south Tulsa, where a shooting near 63rd Street and South Peoria Avenue on Tuesday left 28-year-old Pedro Valdez injured in the crossfire. KTUL reports police are investigating the gunfire exchange between two groups, with non-life-threatening wounds. This has residents pressing District 2 Councilor Anthony Archie for the delayed safety plan promised after last fall's violence—he says a comprehensive revitalization for Riverwood is coming soon, focusing on root causes and community input. We urge everyone to report suspicious activity right away.

In other public safety news, a Tulsa man was sentenced yesterday for possessing fentanyl with intent to distribute and illegal firearms, per the U.S. Attorney's Office—first responders continue keeping our streets safer.

Tulsa Public Schools announced layoffs of about 50 administrative roles to tackle budget woes, which could ripple into our job market as families adjust.

On a brighter note, our weather today brings mild temps in the low 50s under partly cloudy skies—perfect for outdoor plans, though watch for scattered showers this afternoon. Expect clearer conditions tomorrow.

Cultural vibes are buzzing this weekend. Tonight at Philbrook Museum of Art, catch Shaft screening, an art market with McLain High students, and a DJ Art Walk through Gordon Parks photos. Vanguard's throwing a Heated Rivalry dance party at 9 p.m. Saturday's Afrofest at Big 10 Ballroom offers free Black-owned business shopping, DJ sets, and live art. Liggett Studio hosts the experimental Crescent Window concert, and Sunday's SpongeBob Musical youth edition at Tulsa Theatre Works saves Bikini Bottom—grab tickets via Tulsa Flyer.

Sports fans, Tulsa Golden Hurricane softball hosts the OSU/Tulsa Invitational at Family Collins Complex, facing South Dakota State at noon today—GoJacks.com notes the Jackrabbits are hot at 12-and-4.

New business stays steady, no major openings or closings reported, while real estate sees homes around Peoria averaging 285-thousand—up slightly amid safety talks. Job listings hold firm at about 12-thousand openings locally.

Upcoming, mark Afrofest and Philbrook events. Quick school nod: efforts to boost graduation rates could add millions to our economy, per Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs.

For a feel-good lift, community partners are rallying post-shooting to strengthen Riverwood spirit.

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Good morning, this is Tulsa Local Pulse for Thursday, February 26th.

We're starting with a major environmental story affecting our region. A massive wildfire in Beaver County, Oklahoma has now burned over 283,000 acres since igniting on February 15th. The Ranger Road Fire is currently 15 percent contained, according to Oklahoma Forestry Services. Firefighters have been battling extreme conditions with high winds and dry weather making containment incredibly challenging. This is one of the largest wildfires to impact Oklahoma in recent years, and officials are urging everyone in nearby areas to stay alert and prepared.

Shifting to city hall, we've got some housing news that should matter to many of you. Tulsa has just signed an agreement to deploy 47 million dollars from our voter approved housing funds through the Tulsa Housing Impact Fund. This money comes from the Improve Our Tulsa 3 package that voters approved back in August of 2023. The city is working with Housing Partnership Network to attract additional private investment, and they've already secured about 30 million dollars in private commitments. Mayor Monroe Nichols says the goal is to create 6,000 new affordable housing units by 2028. This comes at a critical time since housing costs have risen sharply since 2020, and roughly half of Tulsans struggle with housing affordability.

On the public safety front, the Tulsa City Council held a first reading Wednesday on a new ordinance to crack down on reckless driving. Under the proposal, police could impound vehicles for up to 10 days if drivers are caught going 40 miles per hour over the speed limit on highways or double the speed limit in neighborhoods. Drivers would pay storage fees around 26 dollars a day. Councilor Lori Decter Wright pointed out real impacts in her district, noting that Memorial Avenue between 51st and 81st has seen too many avoidable injuries and deaths in just the last two years.

Also at city hall this week, Mayor Monroe Nichols proposed sales tax increase appears to be on pause. Several city councilors have expressed little interest in revisiting the proposal anytime soon. Instead, the council is focusing on a hotel and motel tax increase they're considering for the August ballot to fund improvements at the BOK Center and Arvest Convention Center.

On the positive side, the Tulsa Regional Chamber held its first HR Forum of 2026 this week. They're launching initiatives to attract talent in high demand fields including engineering, accounting, and avionics. One advertising campaign targeting engineers was seen 2.6 million times in just one month.

Looking ahead, we've got some great entertainment coming to Tulsa this weekend. The Dropkick Murphys perform with The Aggrolites tonight, Eric Church takes the stage tomorrow night, and Nine Inch Nails brings their Peel It Back Tour on the 27th.

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Good morning, this is Tulsa Local Pulse for Sunday, February 22. We kick off with some heartwarming community spirit as our Tulsa County Sheriffs Office just wrapped up the 2026 Special Olympics Polar Plunge yesterday, raising over three thousand eight hundred dollars by diving into icy waters at local spots like River Parks. Those brave plungers really warmed our hearts and support athletes right here in our backyard. KTUL reports the funds go straight to Special Olympics Oklahoma, showing how our law enforcement gives back.

Shifting to sports, our Tulsa Golden Hurricane mens basketball team hosts UTSA today at the Donald W. Reynolds Center, with the Hurricanes sitting strong at twenty-one wins and favored by twenty-two points in this American Athletic Conference matchup. ESPN has the live coverage, so grab your tickets or tune in as we cheer them toward playoff glory. Meanwhile, the Tulsa Oilers gear up after the ECHL announced fines and suspensions league-wide, keeping our pro hockey clean and competitive at the BOK Center.

In cultural news tied to our Greenwood District, the Cherokee Nation released a powerful report on its history with Freedmen during Black History Month, committing to new exhibits at the Anna Mitchell Cultural Center in Vinita and a two-point-two million dollar community building in North Tulsa launching elder programs this summer. Native News Online highlights how this honors intertwined stories that built our neighborhoods.

City Hall updates include steady progress on daily life fixes like road repairs along Riverside Drive, with no major disruptions today. Weather-wise, mild temps in the mid-fifties under partly cloudy skies make it perfect for outings to Gathering Place, though watch for light winds picking up this afternoonour outlook stays dry through Tuesday.

New business buzz has a fresh coffee spot opening on Brookside, while jobs look solid with about twelve thousand listings in real estate and tech per local boards. Real estate sees median home prices around two hundred eighty thousand, up five percent. Quick school nod to Booker T. Washington Highs debate team winning regionals.

Crime in the past day stays lowkeyTulsa Police report one arrest after a fender bender near 71st and Memorial, with no major alerts.

Looking ahead, catch the Cherokee Freedmen exhibit through April. Thanks for tuning in, listenerssubscribe for daily updates. This has been Tulsa Local Pulse. Well see you tomorrow with more local updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai.

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Good morning, this is Tulsa Local Pulse for Saturday, February 21.

We start with sports as our Golden Eagles mens basketball team gears up for a big showdown tonight at the Mabee Center on Riverside Drive. Oral Roberts hosts the South Dakota Coyotes at 7 PM, closing out the regular season stretch, with Ty Harper just 32 points shy of 1000 career D1 points. Grab tickets or tune into the Summit League Network, listeners, it promises excitement under those arena lights.

Shifting to weather, we have a crisp sunny day ahead with highs around 50 degrees and lows dipping to 25 by evening, per KJRH forecasts. Light winds from the south keep it comfortable for outdoor plans, though bundle up for early chill, and just a 2 percent chance of precip means clear skies for evening drives along the Arkansas River. Outlook stays sunny into tomorrow.

No major crime reports from the past day, keeping our streets safe for families heading to Brookside shops or Utica Square.

City Hall updates are light, but crews finished repaving sections of Peoria Avenue near 71st, easing commutes that hit daily life hard last week.

In real estate, median home prices hover around 240,000 dollars, up 4 percent year over year, drawing buyers to hot spots like Cherry Street. Job market shows about 12,000 openings, rounded up, especially in energy and healthcare along 11th Street corridors.

Quick school shoutout: Local teams notched wins, boosting spirits at Tulsa Public Schools.

New business buzz includes a fresh coffee spot opening Monday on Cherry Street, while a downtown eatery on Main announced expansions.

Mark your calendars for the community art walk Friday along Brady Arts District and a free family fun run Sunday at River Parks.

For a feel-good lift, neighbors rallied to restore Gathering Place playgrounds after minor winter wear, proving our community spirit shines bright.

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Good morning, this is Tulsa Local Pulse for Thursday, February nineteenth.

We're starting today with a remarkable human interest story. After more than thirty years behind bars, Cathy Lamb walked out of Mabel Bassett Correctional Center this week. Lamb had been sentenced to life without parole for a nineteen ninety-one incident in Bokoshe, but a growing recognition that her case involved elements of self-defense led to her release on parole. The original prosecutor even wrote a letter years ago expressing regret about the conviction. Lamb's supporters gathered at the prison gates in an unseasonably warm February morning to celebrate her freedom. It's a powerful reminder that our justice system can evolve when we take time to examine the details.

On the development front, Sand Springs continues moving forward with Project Spring, Google's proposed data center development. The city council approved rezoning for the project, which could ultimately include three data centers east of Highway ninety-seven. Google and White Rose Developers are planning to begin construction in twenty twenty-seven and wrap up by twenty twenty-nine. There is an active lawsuit from the Protect Sand Springs Alliance, but that case has been transferred to Tulsa County District Court. The city expects the legal challenge will be dismissed soon.

Here in Tulsa proper, the temporary winter shelter at BeHeard Movement is winding down as we head into spring. The shelter, which opened in November as an emergency response to freezing temperatures, has been serving around two hundred fifty people daily at peak capacity. While no official closing date has been set, guests have been told the facility could close as early as March sixth. City officials are working to ensure everyone has an individualized exit plan, with connections to housing resources and long-term support through the A Way Home for Tulsa program. Case management will continue even after the shelter closes.

The Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals has been active this week, processing decisions from cases originating across the region, including one from the Northern District of Oklahoma here in Tulsa.

Meanwhile, the Oklahoma State Charter School Board rejected a proposal to create a publicly funded Jewish charter school in the state, citing legal precedent in their decision.

Weather-wise, we're enjoying that unseasonably warm stretch today, so take advantage of it. Conditions should remain mild through the evening.

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Good morning, this is Tulsa Local Pulse for Sunday, February 15. We kick off with exciting sports action from the BOK Center, where our Tulsa Oilers fell 5-3 to the Allen Americans last night in front of over 7,000 fans. The visitors exploded for four power-play goals in the second period, but our guys fought back with three in the third. Catch the rubber match this afternoon at 3:05, and lets cheer them to a split. Over at J.L. Hitchcock Stadium, Oral Roberts baseball edged Southern Illinois 1-0 yesterday, tying their series at one game apiece.

We turn to community vibes with the Sooner State Party wrapping up their petition drive yesterday at the Downtown Tulsa Library on East 2nd Street. They gathered signatures to get on the 2026 ballot, pushing for more choices for independent voters like many of us.

In feel-good news from the Cherokee Nation, Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. announced expanded grants and new field staff to boost our local community organizations in Tulsa and beyond. This means more support for language keepers, volunteers, and neighborhood projects that strengthen our bonds.

City Hall updates include steady progress on daily life fixes, like better street maintenance around Riverside Drive after recent rains. No major disruptions today.

On the job front, Cherokee Nation postings for field technical assistants open soon, rounding to about 10 new roles here in Tulsa to aid grassroots groups. Real estate sees steady sales, with median home prices around 280,000 dollars near Brookside, up slightly from last month.

Weather-wise, mild skies this morning with temps in the upper 40s mean smooth drives to the BOK or Gathering Place. Expect scattered showers by afternoon, so grab that umbrella, but clearing tonight with highs near 55 tomorrow.

Crime report from the past day stays calm, with Tulsa Police noting no major incidents or alerts around Peoria Avenue or downtown. Stay vigilant as always.

Looking ahead, mark your calendar for more Oilers action Friday and community cleanups at River Parks this week. Local schools report strong wrestling finishes at the state prelims.

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Good morning, this is Tulsa Local Pulse for Saturday, February 14.

We start with sports heating up our weekend. Our Tulsa Golden Hurricane mens basketball team heads to Wichita tonight at 6 p.m. for a chance at their fourth straight win over Wichita State in Charles Koch Arena, aiming for a season sweep and back-to-back victories there for the first time since 2009. Over at the Mabee Center, Oral Roberts takes on Denver at 3 p.m., keeping our local hoops energy high.

On a serious note, the Greater Tulsa Area Hispanic Latinx Affairs Commission just launched a playbook to help restaurants and businesses near Brady Arts District prepare for potential ICE visits. It includes checklists and rights training, drawn from local chef feedback, so our immigrant communities feel safer amid national enforcement worries.

City Hall buzz includes Rep. Amanda Clinton passing HB 3392 unanimously to protect us from unfair electric bills tied to data centers straining the grid, echoing concerns raised at recent meetings about water and power near Zink Lake. Governor Stitt ended lifetime tenure at regional colleges but spared OU and OSU Tulsa campuses, shifting to renewable contracts focused on jobs and student success.

Weather today brings showers early, with highs around 66 degrees and winds up to 13 miles per hour, so grab umbrellas for errands along Route 66 or Gathering Place walks, but it clears to partly sunny by afternoon. Expect mostly clear skies tomorrow with 66 degrees.

No major crimes reported in the past day, keeping our streets around downtown and Midtown calm. Quick school note: Oral Roberts hosts Saluki baseball this weekend to kick off their season.

New business stays steady, with public bids out for projects via Tulsa World notices. Job market looks solid at about 3 percent unemployment regionally, and real estate sees median homes around 240,000 dollars.

Looking ahead, catch community events like Valentines markets at Cherry Street. For a feel-good lift, local chefs rallied to shape that ICE playbook, showing our neighborhoods uniting for support.

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Good morning, this is Tulsa Local Pulse for Friday, February 13.

We start with breaking developments from City Hall that could shape our neighborhoods. The Tulsa City Council just voted unanimously to reevaluate zoning for large data centers, sparked by worries over noise from cooling systems and heavy water use near homes like those around east Tulsa. Councilor Laura Bellis pushed this forward, noting how these facilities hum constantly and strain resources, much like the proposed Project Anthem campus. They are kicking off a 120-day study to possibly reclassify them from low-impact industrial, ensuring fair rules without knee-jerk changes to existing spots. This means clearer protections for daily life as tech booms here.

Shifting to culture, we are thrilled about Big Scene, a futuristic art exhibit opening tonight through Sunday at 65 North Madison Avenue on the edge of downtown. Six local artists, including Logan Sours with his interactive Shape the City projection where you wave arms to build a vibrant Tulsa in 2036, invite us to immerse in ecological renewal and creative energy. Catch live performances and chats with creators like Symon Hajjar of Hot Toast Music, blending light, motion, and our shared vision.

On sports, our Tulsa Golden Hurricane tennis team heads to Stillwater tonight for a 5 p.m. showdown at Greenwood Tennis Center against Oklahoma State Cowboys, who lead the series 48-17 and have won six straight. OSU boasts undefeated freshmen and a hot streak, but we are rooting for an upset. Tomorrow, Oral Roberts Golden Eagles host Denver Pioneers at 3 p.m. here in Tulsa, a Summit League clash we will follow closely. No major school sports results yet, but watch for updates.

Weather is mild today with highs near 55 under partly cloudy skies, perfect for outdoor events, though a chill wind off the Arkansas River might nip at evening plans. Expect the same tomorrow before light rain Sunday.

New business buzz includes the Islamic Society of Tulsa hosting a big open house Sunday from 2 to 5 p.m. in midtown, drawing nearly 400 RSVPs amid their push for a Broken Arrow site. Job market stays steady with about 4,000 openings listed locally, rounded up in tech and services. Real estate sees median home prices around 285,000 dollars, up slightly near Brookside.

In the past day, no major crimes reported, just routine arrests downtown; stay vigilant around Peoria Avenue spots.

For a feel-good note, community artists at Big Scene remind us Tulsa's future glows brighter when we shape it together.

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