Science Museum Oklahoma SMO21: SMOstock Ticket Giveaway
Want to win four tickets to SMOStock 21+ at Science Museum Oklahoma on August 30th? Enter by August 23rd for your chance! Celebrate the spirit of Woodstock with science activities like tie-dye chemistry, mycology studies, and making instruments. Wear your best hippie outfit for the costume contest and create art with a stationary bike. Tickets are $25 in advance or $30 at the door, VIP options available. Don’t miss out!
Source: Science Museum Oklahoma SMO21: SMOstock Ticket Giveaway
Earthquake Shakes Southern Oklahoma
Did you hear about the earthquake in southern Oklahoma? The US Geological Survey said a 3.4 magnitude quake hit around nine miles east-southeast of Ada at 7:55 a.m. on Wednesday. If you’d like to comment, keep it clean and respectful; no threats or offensive language will be tolerated. Please report abusive posts using the ‘Report’ link provided. Feel free to share your eyewitness stories or historical insights!
Source: Earthquake rattles southern Oklahoma
Tulsa Dog Starts House Fire, Highlighting Dangers of Lithium-Ion Batteries
Did you know that many household items like laptops, tools, and phones use lithium-ion batteries? These batteries have high energy capacity and long lifespans, making them popular. However, they can cause fires if damaged or overheated. In Tulsa, a dog chewing on a phone battery pack caused such a fire. Fortunately, no one was hurt. The Tulsa Fire Department advises storing batteries safely to prevent future incidents.
Source: Tulsa dog starts house fire, highlighting dangers of lithium-ion batteries
Tulsa Health Department’s Women, Infants, and Children Program Celebrates World Breastfeeding Week
The Tulsa County Health Department offers a program to help women with breastfeeding challenges. During World Breastfeeding Week, Yasmine Espinoza shared how the support from this program made her successful in breastfeeding her second baby, Violetta. She emphasized the importance of having guidance and maintaining nutrition. Peer counselor Leila Wade has been instrumental in assisting moms like Yasmine. The department’s Women, Infants, and Children program provides vital resources for new mothers.
Source: Tulsa Health Department’s Women, Infants And Children Program Celebrates World Breastfeeding Week
Measles Awareness: Remember, Protect, Act! – Tulsa Health Department
Why is measles making a comeback despite medical advancements? Collective amnesia and generational dissonance have led to vaccine hesitancy, causing vaccination rates to drop. In Oklahoma’s 2022-2023 school year, data revealed that 87% of public kindergartners and 79% of private kindergartners were fully vaccinated. Immunization exemptions are also rising, with MMR having the lowest coverage. Nationally, kindergarten vaccination rates decreased from 95% to about 93%, increasing outbreak risks. Protect your community by ensuring vaccinations stay on schedule!
Source: Measles Awareness: Remember, Protect, Act! – Tulsa Health Department
Tulsa Health Department Opens Walk-In Clinics To Help With School Immunizations
As the new school year approaches, the Tulsa Health Department is making it easier for families by offering walk-in clinics at two locations. JP Williams, THD’s Associate Director for Preventive Health Services, noted that parents have long requested this service to fit busy schedules and manage the rush for kids’ immunizations. Although no new shots are needed this year, required vaccinations must be up-to-date to avoid school enrollment delays.
Source: Tulsa Health Department Sets Up Walk-in Clinics To Ease School Immunization Period
VA OKC Highlights Growth in Serving Veterans
VA OKC Healthcare is expanding to better serve Veterans, becoming one of the fastest-growing VA facilities nationwide. They are opening new clinics and services, such as a Women’s and Specialty Clinic in Oklahoma City offering various medical exams and treatments. New larger outpatient clinics are planned for Norman, Yukon, and Stillwater. Additionally, they aim to enhance mental health care by relocating selected services into specialized outpatient clinics while improving transitional housing with the Friendship House project.
Source: VA OKC touts growth in serving Veterans
Former Oklahoma Mental Health Department Leader Charged With Embezzlement • Oklahoma Voice
Heath Hayes, a former Oklahoma state employee, has been charged with felony embezzlement for allegedly stealing $17,500 from Healthy Minds Healthy Lives. As the director of communications and deputy commissioner at the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Hayes reportedly misappropriated funds into a personal bank account. He provided misleading bank statements but later returned most of the money before resigning. If convicted, he faces significant fines and up to 10 years in prison.
Source: Former Oklahoma mental health department leader charged with embezzlement • Oklahoma Voice
Tulsa Forms Reparations Committee for 1921 Race Massacre – The Washington Post
What happened in Tulsa in 1921? The city experienced terrible racial violence that left many Black residents dead and homeless. Recently, the mayor announced a commission to study reparations for survivors and their descendants. Meanwhile, archaeologists discovered more human remains from that time. The committee aims to find ways to provide help like scholarships and housing equity programs. This step is part of an ongoing debate about how to compensate victims’ families properly.
Source: Tulsa creates reparations committee for 1921 race massacre – The Washington Post
Jerry Nelson from Tulsa Made an Impact on the World through the Muppets
Did you know that the OKPOP Museum is gathering a collection dedicated to puppeteer Jerry Nelson? Photos of him with Count von Count and other Muppet puppeteers are part of this special archive. There’s even a colorized picture of Jerry as a child in Tulsa, along with scripts and awards. A documentary about Muppets creator Jim Henson will also premiere on Aug. 11, showcasing his legacy and contributions to popular culture.
Source: Tulsa-born Jerry Nelson made impact on world through Muppets
Tulsa’s Tech Transformation: Black Tech Street Hosts Visit from White House Cyber Director
Did you know the White House Office of the National Cyber Director is visiting Tulsa? They’re coming as part of a tour to boost America’s cyber workforce. The event, hosted by Black Tech Street, will be held on June 20th at Oklahoma State University-Tulsa’s auditorium in Historic Greenwood. This visit acknowledges Tulsa’s tech growth and highlights its role in developing cyber technology. Key speakers include ONCD Director Harry Coker, Jr., Black Tech Street founder Tyrance Billingsley II, and Mayor GT Bynum.
Source: Tulsa’s Tech Transformation: Black Tech Street hosts White House Cyber Director visit
Black Wall Street Comes Back to New Haven with Weeklong Festival of Business and Culture – NBC Connecticut
Black Wall Street in New Haven is expanding to a weeklong festival this year, celebrating its third anniversary. Adriane Jefferson and Rashad Johnson emphasized the importance of community support. Starting August 12, the event includes an artist showcase, film screening, investing seminar, fashion show, business fair on Saturday and brunch on Sunday. The festival honors Black businesses by drawing inspiration from Tulsa’s history while fostering growth and unity within the community.
Source: Black Wall Street returns to New Haven as weeklong festival of business, culture – NBC Connecticut
Preview of WWE SmackDown for Tonight’s Post-SummerSlam Show in Tulsa, OK. (8/9/2024)
Tonight’s WWE SmackDown airs at 8/7c on FOX from the BOK Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma. This post-SummerSlam episode features Roman Reigns’ return to TV and appearances by Cody Rhodes, LA Knight, AJ Styles, and Nia Jax celebrating her Women’s Championship win. WrestlingHeadlines.com offers comprehensive pro wrestling news including WWE results live from tonight’s show. Stay tuned for all the updates!
Source: WWE SmackDown Preview For Tonight’s Post-SummerSlam Show In Tulsa, OK. (8/9/2024)
Greenwood Chamber of Commerce Provides Coaching and Training for Black Tulsa Business Owners
August is National Black Business Month, and the Greenwood Chamber of Commerce in Tulsa is actively supporting minority-owned businesses. They are helping entrepreneurs become independent by teaching them how to run and stabilize their ventures. Heather Nash from the Chamber highlights that the second floor of their building offers space for around 20 black businesses unable to afford physical offices. The Chamber also provides training on LLC management and tax navigation for interested business owners.
Source: Greenwood Chamber of Commerce Offers Coaching, Training For Black Tulsa Business Owners
OKC Hispanic Chamber Celebrates Area Businesses at Weekend Expo
Did you hear about the recent “Viva Oklahoma” Expo and Career Fair at OKC Fairgrounds? Thousands of people attended, including many Hispanic community members. The event featured booths from national and local companies, nonprofits, cultural outlets, faith-based organizations, and government entities. Attendees had opportunities to network with potential employers while enjoying live entertainment and prize giveaways like backpacks for school children. This was the 23rd annual expo organized by the Greater Oklahoma City Hispanic Chamber of Commerce since its beginning.
Source: OKC Hispanic Chamber celebrates area businesses at weekend expo
Free Tulsa World Subscriptions Offered to Teachers and Students
What’s new in Tulsa? The News for Students program is back, offering free digital subscriptions to Tulsa World for teachers and students. This lets them access tulsaworld.com, the daily e-edition, archives, and more. It also includes other local papers like Sand Springs Leader and Owasso Reporter. The goal is to keep everyone updated on local news while promoting media literacy. Educators can sign up using a school email at go.tulsaworld.com/nfs
Source: Teachers, students offered free Tulsa World subscriptions
Tulsa DJ Creates Music Equipment Marketplace for Local Professionals
Local DJ Kylie Wells, with 18 years of experience, needed a synthesizer but couldn’t find one online. Noticing she had unused equipment, she collaborated with musician Jeff Martinson to create the Oklahomie Swap Meet for DJs and musicians in Tulsa. The event’s first meeting is on April 21st, and it will occur every two months thereafter. Wells and Martinson discuss this new venture on Arca Continental Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages Porch.
Source: Tulsa-Based DJ Creates Music Equipment Marketplace For Local Professionals
11-Year-Old Local Girl Welcomed Home After 7 Months of Cancer Treatment at St. Jude
An 11-year-old girl from Tulsa, Addison Usitalo, returned home after seven months of cancer treatment at St. Jude in Memphis. Diagnosed with leukemia three years ago and facing bone marrow failure earlier this year, she underwent a successful transplant thanks to her sister’s donation. Her community celebrated her return with warm greetings and support. Addison’s mother hopes she’ll be back in school by December as her health improves steadily each day.
Source: 11-year-old local girl welcomed home after 7 months of cancer treatment at St. Jude
Watch: Mayoral Candidates Debate Ahead of Election
Tulsa’s mayoral election is on Aug. 27, and 2 News hosted a debate with NonDoc and the Tulsa Regional Chamber to help voters. They asked Tulsans about their top concerns before the debate. Homelessness was a major issue, especially for homeless veterans needing better resources. People also worried about affordable housing, parks’ upkeep, and childcare availability in north Tulsa. Cyclists praised biking trails but had safety issues with electric scooters. Voters have many concerns as the election approaches.
Source: WATCH: Mayoral candidates debate ahead of election
Local Group Hosting Back-to-School Drive in Tulsa This Weekend
The Coalition of Hispanic Organizations is hosting a back-to-school event at Expo Square in Tulsa this Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon. Kids can receive free backpacks, school supplies, haircuts, immunization shots, and vision screenings. Families will also be connected with resources for the school year. Stay updated on breaking news and weather by subscribing to News on 6 alerts delivered directly to your inbox!
Source: Local Organization Hosting Back-To-School Drive In Tulsa This Weekend
Oklahoma City Woman on a Mission to Reunite Priceless Items with Their Owner
An Oklahoma City woman named Sabrina Mitchell found a box labeled “Dad’s Memorabilia” on the side of the road. Inside, she discovered letters, awards, and priceless military items belonging to a man named Damien Cooper. Determined to reunite these cherished belongings with Cooper or his family, Mitchell is caring for them as if they were her own. KOCO 5 is assisting in locating Cooper through potential leads.
Source: OKC woman on mission to reunite priceless items with owner
Oklahoma City Bridges Will Be Replaced with Help from Federal Grants
The U.S. Department of Transportation granted $2.2 million to start replacing over a dozen deteriorating bridges in Oklahoma City, part of the Federal Highway Administration’s Bridge Investment Program. These funds will support studies evaluating improvements’ benefits and impacts on transportation, focusing on the environment and community. Eight bridges along Lightning Creek and six others in west Oklahoma City will be studied for replacement, considering both vehicle and pedestrian traffic needs.
Source: Oklahoma City bridges will be replaced with help from federal grants
Grunge, Funk, and Ambiance Rule in Local Summer Music EPs
What’s summer in Oklahoma like? With its open nature and unpredictable weather, it can be quite the experience. Amidst the scorching heat and busy days, finding new music can be a treat. Local OKC artists have released short EPs under 25 minutes that are perfect for this season. Gonzo LeBronzo’s “American Roulette” offers fiery rock while Adam Ray’s “Trailer Next Door” delivers indie-funk vibes. Chameleon Factory’s ambient “Nuevo Nocturno” transports listeners to alien soundscapes. Enjoy these local sounds without straining your schedule!
Source: Grunge, funk, and ambiance reign in local summer music EPs
Painting Brighter Futures: OKC Schools Partner With Community for Mediation, Mentorship
Why is Rodney Cox so inspiring? As Assistant Principal at Star Spencer High, he dreams big and wants his students to do the same. He overcame a tough childhood where both parents were arrested when he was in eighth grade. Now, he aims to be Secretary of Education and decorates his office with miniatures of national monuments to show kids they can dream big too. Working with organizations like LiveFree OKC, Cox helps struggling students find support and reduce suspensions significantly.
Source: Painting brighter futures: OKC schools partner with community for mediation, mentorship
Report: Bally Sports Might Drop OKC Thunder Before 2024-25 NBA Season
The Oklahoma City Thunder may need a new TV provider because Diamond Sports/Bally’s is considering dropping them. Along with the Pelicans, Mavericks, Grizzlies, and Pistons, this decision impacts regional sports rights for several NBA teams. The Thunder tried broadcasting games on KSBI last season as an alternative. If Bally drops them, that might become permanent. Despite changes in broadcast platforms, fans can expect the same announcers: Chris Fisher, Michael Cage, Nick Gallo, and Paris Lawson.
Source: REPORT: Bally Sports Considering Dropping OKC Thunder Ahead of 2024-25 NBA Season
