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  • Tulsa's Tragic Collisions, Housing Audits Delayed, Route 66 Centennial Plans, and Addiction Recovery Funding
    2025/12/12
    Good morning, this is Tulsa Local Pulse for Friday, December twelfth. We start downtown, where Tulsa Police and Fire are still working the scene of a fatal pedestrian and train collision near Cheyenne Avenue and Archer Street by the tracks just north of the BOK Center. According to KTUL, the person is pronounced dead at the scene, and rail traffic there is shut down while investigators work, so we should expect delays and detours around that stretch this morning. On our roads, we are also feeling the impact of construction. Oklahoma Highway Patrol reports a Tulsa driver died after going around barricades on Highway 75 just north of 56th Street North, where a bridge is torn out in a construction zone. Troopers say the car hit construction equipment, then dropped through the open bridge span. As we commute, we need to slow down in work zones and respect those closures. From City Hall and county government, housing and addiction recovery are front and center. NonDoc and the Tulsa Flyer report the Tulsa Housing Authority still has not completed audits for 2021 through 2024, even as it oversees housing assistance for more than thirteen thousand of our neighbors. The stalled audits nearly delayed the big 36 North mixed income project near North Peoria, and city councilors say they will be pressing for answers, while Mayor Monroe Nichols plans to announce changes to the THA board before the end of the year. On the county side, the Tulsa Flyer reports commissioners have approved about eight hundred seventy thousand dollars in opioid settlement funds for local addiction recovery programs. Crossover Health, Soberlife Recovery, and Wings of Freedom will expand clinics, case management, and sober housing, especially in north Tulsa. That should mean more help for families dealing with addiction. We also have some lighter news along Route 66. Public Radio Tulsa says the Route 66 Commission just wrapped its final meeting before the Mother Road centennial. Plans include a big Route 66 Capital Cruise classic car parade in May and live music on Veterans Day. The city has a state grant to build a musical road on Southwest Boulevard by the Cyrus Avery Memorial Bridge, where our tires will literally play a tune if we hit the speed just right. Weather wise, we are mild and dry today across midtown, downtown, and South Tulsa, with cool morning temps warming into the upper fifties by afternoon, light winds, and only passing clouds. Tonight looks chilly but quiet, and the weekend trends seasonable, with no major storms expected for outdoor games, Utica Square shopping, or a walk at Gathering Place. In real estate, local agents report that median home prices inside the Tulsa city limits are holding just under two hundred fifty thousand dollars, with slightly longer days on market, giving buyers a bit more leverage than last spring. On the jobs front, postings around the metro remain strong in health care, logistics, and energy, with several hundred open roles within our city limits, especially along the Highway 169 and Yale Avenue corridors. For community events, we have holiday concerts and markets all over town. Downtown, Guthrie Green and near Cain’s Ballroom we have evening pop up vendors and live music. Along Brookside and Cherry Street, shops are staying open later for neighborhood strolls. Over on Route 66, small venues are booking local bands to warm up for next year’s centennial. In schools and sports, several Tulsa Public Schools basketball teams are in early season tournament play this weekend, and local high school robotics clubs are reporting strong finishes in regional qualifiers, giving our students a boost heading into spring competitions. On public safety beyond the rail and highway tragedies, Tulsa Police continue targeted patrols around downtown and the 71st and Memorial corridor after recent property crime spikes. Officers are asking us to lock vehicles, avoid leaving packages in plain sight, and report suspicious activity, especially around apartment parking lots and hotel lots near the Creek Turnpike. Our feel good story today comes from the addiction recovery community. With the new county funding, Crossover Health’s clinics in north Tulsa will begin routine opioid misuse screenings and free naloxone distribution in primary care visits, which local doctors say can directly save lives and keep more of our neighbors stable, working, and present for their families. Thank you for tuning in and make sure to subscribe so you never miss our local check in. This has been Tulsa Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
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  • Tulsa Crime, Data Centers, and Holiday Giving - Tulsa Local Pulse for Thursday, December 11, 2025
    2025/12/11
    Good morning, this is Tulsa Local Pulse for Thursday, December 11, 2025.

    We start today with breaking news out of south Tulsa, where Tulsa police say a 22 year old man is in custody after a bizarre series of events near 71st and Yale. According to KTUL, officers respond just before 11 last night to a shooting at the Crossings of Silver Oaks apartments on East 71st Place, where a man is found with multiple gunshot wounds but is expected to survive. Police say the suspect then carjacks an Uber Eats driver, crashes her Chevy Malibu near 71st and South 85th East Avenue, and is hit by another car while trying to run away before being arrested on major felony complaints. We keep our thoughts with the victim and everyone shaken in that neighborhood.

    As we talk about safety, Tulsa police remind us to stay aware in busy parking lots around Woodland Hills Mall and along South Memorial as holiday deliveries and shopping pick up. We keep an eye on our surroundings and report anything that feels off.

    From crime to city hall, we widen our lens just a bit to Sand Springs, where city leaders are still weighing a massive new data center called Project Spring. KTUL reports the 827 acre site just east of Highway 97 is on hold while the developer, White Rose Partners, answers questions about water use, noise, wildlife, and traffic. City officials say they want more data before the council takes it up again on December 15 at the municipal building. The developer says the project could bring hundreds of high skill jobs and become one of the top taxpayers in the region, so this could shape our broader Tulsa job market over the next few years.

    Speaking of jobs, local recruiters say warehouse, health care support, and customer service roles around the I 44 and Highway 169 corridor are especially active, with many positions in the 15 to 20 dollars an hour range. Construction firms are also hiring as commercial projects continue along Riverside and downtown.

    On the real estate front, area agents report that in the Tulsa metro we are seeing roughly 700 homes on the market, with a typical three bedroom in midtown or near Brookside still hovering in the low to mid 200 thousands. Higher interest rates keep things slower than a few years ago, but well priced homes near good schools, like around Edison and Booker T, are still moving in a couple of weeks.

    Weather wise, we step out to a cool, clear start across Tulsa. We are expecting a mild afternoon, with highs in the upper 50s to low 60s and light south winds, a good day for errands along Peoria or a walk on Riverside Drive. Tonight stays chilly but dry, and the short term outlook keeps us mostly dry into the weekend, with only a slight chance of light showers late Saturday.

    In community news, Tulsa Urban Wilderness Coalition volunteers recently team up with Tulsa Parks at Chandler Park, west of downtown near Highway 51, to remove more than 500 invasive redcedar trees. Tulsa Parks officials tell the County Commissioners the project reduces fire risk and protects water resources, and it is a reminder of how our neighbors quietly improve shared spaces.

    Looking ahead, we have a full slate of events. Holiday lights continue to glow at Gathering Place and along Guthrie Green, and local venues on South Boston and in the Arts District are hosting live music tomorrow and Saturday night, from Red Dirt to jazz. Families can catch school winter concerts across Tulsa Public Schools and Union, with several choirs and bands recently bringing home top ratings at regional festivals.

    On the sports front, local high school basketball is in full swing. Several Tulsa teams notch early season wins this week, with strong showings from Booker T Washington and Union on their home courts. TU basketball continues its non conference stretch at the Reynolds Center, giving us some evening action close to home.

    We wrap up with a feel good story: neighbors and volunteers gather this week near 11th Street and Lewis to organize toy and coat drives, making sure kids across east and north Tulsa have something warm to wear and something fun to open this season. Food banks and shelters say donations from everyday Tulsans are making a real difference right now.

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  • Tulsa Weather, Water Protections, Business Trends, and Cultural Events - Local Pulse Saturday Update
    2025/12/06
    Good morning, this is Tulsa Local Pulse for Saturday, December 6, 2025.

    We wake up today with calm, cool weather across Tulsa. Skies stay mostly clear, highs sit in the upper 50s, and light north winds make it feel crisp but comfortable for anything outdoors. We stay dry through tonight, with just a slight warmup and a small chance of showers late Sunday into Monday, so we can plan on getting outside today without much worry.

    From city hall, Tulsa officials are pushing ahead on water-quality protections. A recent filing by the City of Tulsa and the Metropolitan Utility Authority challenges an Arkansas pollution permit for the Decatur wastewater plant, arguing it could increase pollution flowing into the watershed that feeds our drinking water. City leaders say they want stronger safeguards to protect what comes out of our taps here at home.

    In business news, public notices in the Tulsa World this week show a steady trickle of new alcohol license applications around downtown and along South Peoria, a sign that bars and restaurants are still investing in our nightlife. Commercial brokers report that asking rents in key corridors like Brookside and Cherry Street are holding steady, while warehouse space near Highway 169 continues to move quickly as logistics and light manufacturing stay strong.

    On the job front, local recruiters say Tulsa’s unemployment rate is holding near the mid three percent range, and employers around the Inner Dispersal Loop are still posting openings in health care, energy services, and tech support. They are especially looking for nurses, CDL drivers, and entry level IT help desk workers, many starting in the low to mid twenty dollar an hour range.

    For real estate, agents around midtown say the median home price in Tulsa is hovering around two hundred fifty thousand dollars, with homes near Utica Square and along Riverside Drive still seeing multiple offers if they are priced right and move in ready. Buyers are taking advantage of slightly lower mortgage rates compared to earlier this year, and open houses this weekend are busy but not frantic.

    On the cultural side, downtown is lively tonight, with local bands playing along Main Street in the Arts District and small holiday markets popping up near Guthrie Green and the Blue Dome District. Families are heading to Philbrook and Gathering Place for holiday lights and photo ops as the sun goes down.

    In sports, the University of Tulsa men’s basketball team is back at the Reynolds Center this afternoon at 2 p.m., hosting Missouri State and looking for an eighth win and a fifth straight victory. The Golden Hurricane come in 7 and 1 after putting up 111 points against Manhattan Christian, their highest scoring game in years. Over at the BOK Center, the Tulsa Oilers are on the road tonight in Wichita, with rookie forward Adam McMaster sitting near the top of ECHL rookies in goals as the Oilers try to climb back to a five hundred record.

    Around our schools, Owasso Public Schools just received an A plus rating on new educational facilities lease bonds from S and P Global, a sign of strong finances that should help keep borrowing costs lower as the district invests in classrooms and facilities for students north of town.

    Looking at public safety, Tulsa police report several vehicle break ins over the past 24 hours in neighborhoods just east of Riverside Drive and around 21st Street, with most cases involving unlocked cars. Officers are reminding all of us to remove valuables from vehicles and lock doors, especially overnight. There have also been a few arrests tied to ongoing property crime investigations, and detectives continue to stress that home security cameras and quick reporting by neighbors have helped them track suspects.

    For a feel good story, volunteers with local churches and nonprofits gathered yesterday near Admiral and Lewis to hand out warm coats and hot meals, making sure families have what they need as we head deeper into the holiday season. Several small businesses along Route 66 chipped in gift cards and supplies, a reminder of how our community steps up for one another.

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  • Tulsa Winter Weather, School Board Races, and Hurricane Volleyball | Tulsa Local Pulse
    2025/12/04
    Good morning, this is Tulsa Local Pulse for Thursday, December 4th, 2025.

    We're starting the day with some important updates affecting our community. First, if you're heading out this morning, Tulsa County is ready for winter weather. We've got light snow, sleet, and freezing rain expected today, so crews are standing by to treat roads as needed. About sixty Highway Department employees are positioned and equipped to keep our county roads safe. Take your time on the roads, especially on bridges and hills where ice tends to form.

    In local elections, we have some activity to report. The candidate filing period for public offices in the Tulsa area just wrapped up, and we're seeing contested races take shape. All three Tulsa Public School board seats now have candidates on the ballot for April seventh. In District Four, incumbent E'lena Ashley is facing former Tulsa City Councilwoman Connie Dodson. Over in District Seven, board President Susan Lamkin will face retired teacher Michael Phillips. These elections matter because they shape the direction of our schools, so mark your calendars for April seventh.

    We're also watching Broken Arrow closely. The city council just received recommendations for a massive four hundred fifteen million dollar general obligation bond package for twenty twenty-six. This includes two hundred five million for transportation improvements, fifty-six million for public safety, and seventy-four million for quality of life projects. The city council will make final decisions on the propositions during their December sixteenth meeting. If approved, the design phase would start in spring twenty twenty-six with construction beginning around a year later.

    On the sports front, we've got exciting news from the University of Tulsa. The Golden Hurricane volleyball team is heading to the NCAA Championship after winning the American Conference title. They're facing number fourteen ranked Miami today in Lawrence, Kansas, at four o'clock Central time. This is Tulsa's first appearance in the NCAA Championship tournament since twenty twelve, and they're bringing an impressive twenty-five and six record into the tournament. It's been a remarkable turnaround season under Coach Lauren Ramatowski.

    And here's something for holiday shoppers to consider. If you're thinking about getting a real Christmas tree this year, you might want to know that artificial trees are getting pricier. Tariffs on Chinese imports are pushing artificial tree prices up about sixty dollars from last year. Meanwhile, local farms like Owasso Christmas Tree and Berry Farm offer American-grown trees unaffected by those tariffs. They're heading into their busy season and can move about eight hundred trees on their best days.

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  • Tulsa Local Pulse: Grease Collection, New House Speaker, Football Woes, and Clear Skies Ahead
    2025/11/30
    Good morning, this is Tulsa Local Pulse for Sunday, November 30th, 2025.

    We're starting this morning with some significant updates from around our community. First up, if you've got cooking oil to dispose of properly, the City of Tulsa held a special collection event yesterday at the M.E.T. Depot on South Cincinnati from ten in the morning until two in the afternoon. If you missed it, the city wants to remind everyone never to pour grease down your sink, even with hot water, because it cools and solidifies in your pipes leading to clogs and expensive plumbing bills. Instead, let that grease cool, pour it into a sealed container, and save it for the next collection event. You can find more information at Trap The Grease Tulsa dot com.

    On the political front, we saw a major shift in state leadership this week. Kyle Hilbert, a Republican from Bristow representing House District 29, which includes portions of rural Creek and Tulsa counties, was elected as Speaker of the Oklahoma House of Representatives. At just thirty years old, Hilbert becomes the youngest House Speaker in Oklahoma history. He'll take over the role when the 60th Legislature convenes on February 3rd. Hilbert has authored over forty bills during his eight-year tenure and has been instrumental in improving the state's budget transparency. He'll be joined by Anthony Moore as Speaker Pro Tempore, and both have pledged to focus on strengthening our state's economy and addressing everyday needs across schools, roads, hospitals, and public services.

    Now to sports, and it's been a tough weekend for our Golden Hurricane. Tulsa's football team fell to UAB thirty-one to twenty-four in their season finale yesterday at H.A. Chapman Stadium on Senior Day. It was a closely contested match, with UAB scoring the game-winning touchdown with three minutes forty seconds remaining. The loss wraps up a challenging season for our football program. On the basketball side, Tulsa's men's team will take on Houston tonight at a neutral site. The Golden Hurricane come in with a five and one record and are looking to extend their four-game home winning streak, though this matchup is being played at a neutral location rather than in Tulsa.

    We're heading into the evening hours now, and we're looking at generally clear skies with temperatures dropping as we move through the night. Tonight should be a good opportunity to get outside if you're planning any evening activities.

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  • Tulsa Local Pulse: Golden Hurricane Football, Oilers Hockey, Small Biz Saturday & Owasso Elections
    2025/11/29
    Good morning, this is Tulsa Local Pulse for Saturday, November 29th, 2025.

    We're starting this Saturday with some exciting sports action happening right here in our community. The Golden Hurricane takes the field this afternoon at three o'clock Eastern time at Skelly Field. Tulsa is hosting UAB in what should be a competitive matchup on ESPN Plus. The Golden Hurricane comes in with a four and seven record this season, while UAB sits at three and eight. Brody Foley, one of the best pass catchers in college football, will be on display for Tulsa fans. The team has shown some fight lately with back-to-back wins over Oregon State and Army, so there's momentum heading into this contest.

    Over in the hockey world, our Tulsa Oilers are traveling west tonight to take on Tahoe. The Oilers have been playing solid hockey with a seven and seven record so far this season. Meanwhile, if you're looking for smaller scale sporting action, the Knight Monsters recently dominated Tulsa in a seven to two victory, showing they're a team to watch in their league.

    On the business front, we want to celebrate what's happening locally this weekend. Mother Road Market is really shining right now, especially with Small Business Saturday happening today. Local shop owners and Oklahoma makers are getting a lot of love from the community. Customers are recognizing that when you support small businesses right here in Tulsa, that money stays here with local artists and makers. The tax dollars remain in our community too, which helps strengthen our local economy. It's a great time to get out and explore what local entrepreneurs are offering.

    In local government news, if you're interested in running for office, mark your calendars. Candidate filings for Owasso City Council Ward Three and Four seats open up Monday, December first and close on Wednesday, December third. The election itself is set for February tenth. If you're a registered voter living within Owasso city limits, you'll be able to vote in this nonpartisan election, regardless of which ward you live in. Each representative will serve a three-year term. That's a nice opportunity for folks interested in local leadership.

    We also want to mention a rescue that happened early Friday morning out in Oilton. A truck rolled off a cliff west of Highway Ninety-nine near Crow Road. The vehicle fell approximately eighty feet, but thanks to the quick response from the Olive Volunteer Fire Department, the driver was rescued safely. It's a reminder of how important emergency services are to keeping our community safe.

    As we head into the afternoon, temperatures should stay mild for late November. It's a perfect day to get outside and support those local businesses or catch the game this afternoon.

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  • TU Basketball Undefeated, Holiday Giving, and Tulsa's Growth - Tulsa Local Pulse for November 28, 2025
    2025/11/28
    Good morning, this is Tulsa Local Pulse for Friday, November 28th, 2025.

    We're starting today with some sports action on the hardwood. The University of Tulsa Golden Hurricane, sitting undefeated at five and zero, is heading to a neutral site game this afternoon against Kent State. The Golden Hurricane have been rolling, winning their last five games convincingly. They're shooting nearly 44 percent from the field while holding opponents to just 37 percent, so they'll be looking to extend that momentum today. Kent State comes in with a three and four record, so this should be a good matchup for TU to stay perfect heading into the heart of conference play.

    Speaking of the University of Tulsa, the campus is buzzing with activity as we head into the holiday season. This week marks the final days for students to handle some important deadlines. Today is the last day for fall semester withdrawals and pass-fail declarations, so if you've got a student in the family, make sure they handle those before the end of business today. Looking ahead, the university is gearing up for some holiday giving opportunities, including the fifth annual Goldie Tree project where student veterans are helping supply gifts for children of TU students and faculty. It's a great reminder of how our community comes together this time of year.

    On the public safety front, we do want to flag an incident from yesterday afternoon on US-169 near County Road E-16 up in Nowata County. A three-vehicle chain reaction crash left all three drivers injured. The Oklahoma Highway Patrol responded to the scene. While we don't have specifics on the severity of injuries, it's a good reminder to take extra care on our highways, especially with weather conditions changing.

    Looking at what's happening around town, there's plenty to explore this weekend. Whether you're catching up on cultural events or grabbing a meal out, there are activities throughout our community. The University of Tulsa campus has ongoing exhibitions and events, and various local entertainment venues continue to welcome guests.

    For those thinking about Tulsa's future, there's been quite a bit of conversation lately about our city's growth and development. The Tulsa Remote program continues to make headlines nationally as a strategy to bring in new residents and remote workers, though like any rapid growth initiative, it comes with both opportunities and challenges that longtime residents and newcomers are navigating together.

    As we head into the weekend, keep an eye on the weather and make sure you're taking precautions, especially with severe weather season always a consideration here in Oklahoma. Bundle up and stay safe out there.

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  • Tulsa Race Massacre Survivor Viola Ford Fletcher Passes, City to Compensate Victims
    2025/11/27
    Good morning, this is Tulsa Local Pulse for Thursday, November 27th, 2025.

    We're starting this Thanksgiving morning with a somber moment to reflect on local history. Viola Ford Fletcher, the oldest known survivor of the Tulsa Race Massacre, has passed away at the age of 111. Mother Fletcher, as she was known in our community, died surrounded by family on Monday after spending more than a century carrying the memories of that horrific day in 1921 when she was just seven years old. She witnessed the destruction of the Greenwood district, Black Wall Street as it was called, and never stopped telling her story. In her 2023 memoir, she described how the nightmare of that experience haunted her every single night for a hundred years. Fletcher's courage in testifying before Congress in 2021 and her willingness to pursue justice through the courts helped lead to a Justice Department acknowledgment of what happened. Tulsa Mayor Monroe Nichols announced earlier this year that the city would work to raise 105 million dollars by 2026 to compensate survivors and their descendants. With her passing, just one survivor remains, 111-year-old Lessie Evelyn Benningfield Randle. Fletcher's legacy serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of truth-telling and reconciliation in our community's history.

    On the education front, we have some significant developments. The Oklahoma Supreme Court has dismissed a lawsuit challenging the Bible mandate in public schools, now that newly appointed State Superintendent Lindel Fields has announced plans to nullify the controversial requirement. The six new members of the State Board of Education have also committed to stopping other Bible-related mandates from the previous administration, including using taxpayer money to purchase classroom Bibles. This decision means Oklahoma families and students will continue to make their own choices about religious instruction in the home rather than through state mandate.

    Over in North Charleston, we're proud to note that local hockey talent Seth Eisele has been recalled by the Hershey Bears after playing for the South Carolina Stingrays.

    Looking at today's weather, we'll have typical late November conditions as we celebrate Thanksgiving with family and friends across the Tulsa area.

    On the business side, the city continues moving forward with various development projects and initiatives. The Oklahoma State Chamber is actively promoting its Oklahoma Competes Education Reform Plan throughout the region, highlighting concerns about literacy outcomes in our state.

    This morning we also want to send thoughts and prayers to the Tulsa Police Department, which recently said farewell to one of its most courageous officers, Aurash Zarkeshan.

    As we gather with loved ones today, we're reminded of the importance of community, storytelling, and preserving the histories that shaped our Tulsa home.

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