Oklahoma City Remembers Bombing Victims 29 Years Later On Friday, Oklahomans will gather at the Oklahoma City National Memorial to mark 29 years since the Murrah Building bombing, an act of homegrown terrorism that claimed 168 lives, including 19 children. The “Ceremony on Sacred Soil” aims to honor those who perished, survivors, and all impacted by this tragic event in American history. Attendees will include families of the victims, first responders, and citizens united in remembrance. Kari Watkins of the Memorial emphasized the importance of recognizing this site as hallowed ground pivotal ..read more

Hope on Wheels: Oklahoma Non-Profit Aids Mental Health and Substance Abuse Parents Helping Parents, Inc., an Oklahoma non-profit, is spearheading the Hope on Wheels bus tour across northeast Oklahoma on April 18 and 19, in collaboration with organizations like Grand Mental Health and the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services. Aimed at addressing the scarcity of mental health and substance abuse resources in rural areas, this initiative will visit seven towns to inform residents about available support services. This first-of-its-kind tour for the non-profit intends ..read more

Since the very beginning of America’s independence, strange and unusual laws have been crafted. From coast to coast you’ll find odd rules and regulations that exist in both local and state law books. For example, it was once illegal for women to marry the same man four or more times in Kentucky; Louisiana won’t let you send someone an unsolicited pizza; and in North Carolina you can’t play bingo for over five hours without breaking the law. You’ll be hard pressed to find any of these obscure laws still on the books, but at some point in our not too distant history, some folks thought they’d b ..read more

Since the very beginning of America’s independence, strange and unusual laws have been crafted. From coast to coast you’ll find odd rules and regulations that exist in both local and state law books. For example, it was once illegal for women to marry the same man four or more times in Kentucky; Louisiana won’t let you send someone an unsolicited pizza; and in North Carolina you can’t play bingo for over five hours without breaking the law. You’ll be hard pressed to find any of these obscure laws still on the books, but at some point in our not too distant history, some folks thought they’d b ..read more

Tulsa Agencies Team Up to Improve Health Equity On April 3rd, 2024, it was reported that two Tulsa health agencies are collaborating to tackle health inequity in Oklahoma. The Tulsa Health Department and Be Well Community Development Corporation aim to address barriers preventing health equity among minority groups. Reggie Ivey, representing both organizations, highlighted the impact of health inequity on minorities’ treatment in schools and neighborhoods, affecting life expectancy. To further explore these issues, they’re hosting a conference titled “Blood at The Roots: Issues of Health Equit ..read more

Are you an Oklahoma birdwatcher or nature lover looking for some interesting birds to check out? Well, you’re in luck as there are believed to be around 500 species that reside here at some point throughout the year! Some of these birds are quite rare and spotting one can be quite a treat. Below we’ve highlighted several hard to spot birds that hide in our state parks. 1. Whooping Crane The whooping crane stands out as the tallest bird in North America, almost reaching 5 feet tall and boasting a wingspan of about 90 inches. It’s quite big with red marks on its face and top of its head, plus i ..read more

OKC Animal Shelter Seeks Homes for Overcapacity Dogs Oklahoma City’s animal shelter is grappling with overcapacity, housing more than 400 dogs, pushing it to 139 percent of its capacity. To alleviate the situation and prevent respiratory illnesses in vulnerable dogs, the shelter is waiving all adoption fees until a sustainable capacity is reached. This initiative includes spaying, vaccinations, neutering, and microchipping for adopted or fostered dogs. Interested individuals can visit the shelter between noon and 5 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday at 2811 SE 29th St., or view available dogs onli ..read more

Nonprofit Offers Free Fresh Produce to Type 2 Diabetes Patients in North Tulsa FreshRX is a free nonprofit food subscription for North Tulsans with type 2 diabetes, aimed at those lacking access to fresh produce and seeking a healthier lifestyle. Highlighted by diabetic nurse educator Julia Barlow, the program focuses on individuals struggling to manage their A1C levels through monthly health and cooking classes over a year. Participant Carol Grand’s experience underscores the program’s effectiveness in significantly improving health outcomes by providing essential resources and education on h ..read more

In Oklahoma, crashes from driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs remain a major cause of deaths on the road. In an effort to make the roads safer for everyone, the state is dedicated to fighting this issue with advanced law enforcement training, technology, and laws designed to deter driving drunk or impaired. The Oklahoma Highway Safety Office (OHSO), along with partners across the state and country, uses proven methods that include noticeable police presence, education, mobile checkpoints and impairment testing centers, and public messaging to help lower DUI incidents and related car a ..read more

Oklahoma City Police Search for Owner of Car in Lake Overholser On Monday evening, a car was seen going into Lake Overholser. Oklahoma City Police are now looking for the car’s owner. Even though firefighters pulled the car from the lake and found it empty, witnesses said they saw people running away when the car entered the water. This incident is making headlines and has many people curious about what happened. Source: Oklahoma City Police Searching For Owner Of Car Found In Lake Overholser Tulsa Schools Adopt New Approach for Misbehaving Students In Tulsa, some schools are trying out a new ..read more