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Tulsa wants to reimagine closed Route 66 plaza. It needs more time and money to make it happen.
New investment is showing up across the east side from the business incubator at Plaza Santa Cecilia to new beat boxes in the Tulsa Global District. But a longtime tribute to Route 66 has been closed to visitors for about three years, awaiting a renovation that has yet to be designed or funded.
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Lessie Randle, Oklahoma’s Oldest Resident, Turns 112
Lessie Randle, the oldest living person in the U.S. state of Oklahoma, is celebrating her 112th birthday today in Tulsa. Lessie Randle was born in Okmulgee County, Oklahoma, on 10 November 1914, to parents George Washington Benningfield and Katie May. She had had three sisters and one brother. Her parents were farmers, originally from Texas.
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Tulsa, Jenks still tens of millions of dollars short on South Tulsa low water dam
TULSA, Okla. - Tulsa and Jenks are still tens of millions of dollars short on plans to build a low-water dam in south Tulsa. Leaders from both cities, along with county commissioners and the Muscogee Nation, held a public meeting Monday night about the project. Depending on which version they build, city leaders say the project is anywhere from $40 million to $90 million short. They can’t start construction until they figure out how to cover that cost.
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List of closures in observance of Veteran's Day
TULSA, Okla. — In observance of Veteran's Day, several services will be impacted across the City of Tulsa on Wednesday. City Hall, Municipal Court, the Mulch Site, Household Pollutant Collection Facility, Oxley Visitor Center, and Tulsa Parks Recreation Center will all be closed for the holiday. Officials state that...
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Skip the cooking: Where to get Thanksgiving dinner in Tulsa
Thanksgiving is all about good food, full plates and spending time with the people you love, not being stuck in the kitchen all day. Luckily, Tulsa has plenty of options for premade Thanksgiving meals that make hosting a whole lot easier, whether you’re feeding the entire family or keeping things cozy this year. From ready-to-heat holiday feasts to classic sides and desserts, here’s where to find a delicious Thanksgiving dinner in Tulsa without the cooking chaos.
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What to Know About the ENGUARD Data Center in Tulsa
The ENGUARD Data Center facility at 611 S Elgin Ave in downtown Tulsa, Oklahoma, is an established component of the operational data center and digital infrastructure footprint of the Tulsa metro. What to know about the ENGUARD Data Center (Jackson Technical) Company / Operator: Jackson Technical (acquired by Centre Technologies...
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A Former Macy’s Department Store Becomes a Community Hub for Sports
WeStreet Ice Center has redefined the idea of a civic sports destination, transforming a vacant 180,000-square-foot Macy’s department store in Tulsa, Okla., into a vibrant community hub for ice sports, civic gathering and athletic performance. Conceived as a catalyst for urban revitalization and a long-term public amenity, the project breathes new life into an underutilized retail landmark, giving the building a renewed purpose at the center of the community. The result is a facility that welcomes elite athletes, families, youth programs and spectators with equal ease, creating a place where recreation, hospitality and civic identity come together under one roof.
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Where to find free Thanksgiving meals in the Tulsa area in 2026
TULSA, Okla. - Several churches and community organizations are planning free Thanksgiving meals in the Tulsa area throughout November. Events include community dinners, holiday meal giveaways and opportunities for families to gather, with some requiring advance registration or having limited supplies. Free Thanksgiving meals scheduled by date. Nov. 19 —...
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How Cyrus Avery helped bring Route 66 through Tulsa, Oklahoma
TULSA, Okla. - As Route 66 celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2026, Tulsa is recognizing the role of Cyrus Avery, known as the “Father of Route 66,” and an Arkansas River bridge that helped establish the city’s place along the historic highway. Ken Busby, executive director and...
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Tulsa 'stronger every single day', Mayor Nichols says in State of the City
TULSA, Okla. — Mayor Monroe Nichols shined Tulsa's bright spots in his annual State of the City on Nov. 10, but also answered on controversial issues from his second year in office. First, Mayor Nichols signaled optimism for his goal to bring the city to net-zero homelessness by 2030.
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Tulsa County and Little League Baseball argue over more than $100,000 in utility charges
TULSA, Okla. — Tulsa County says Tulsa Little League owes more than $100,000 in unpaid utility bills and interest. The nonprofit says it was never billed and that its utilities are paid in full. The dispute is playing out in court, where the Board of County Commissioners sued Tulsa...
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Construction begins on next St. Jude Dream Home in Owasso
TULSA, Okla. — Wednesday marked the start of the journey to build the next Tulsa St. Jude Dream Home. Epic Custom Homes is once again building the home in the Coves at Stone Canyon in Owasso. On Wednesday, they held a ceremonial groundbreaking on the lot. FOX23 is proud...
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Tulsa residents question water bills after discovering defective meters
TULSA, Okla. — Have you noticed your water bill has been the same for several months in a row? It may be due to a broken water meter. “My mother went to the City of Tulsa to find out why our bills have been high for a couple of months. She’s been charged $215 for eight months,” said Sharon Kus.
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At Tulsa Toy Depot in South Tulsa, Shelves of Toys and Candy Fill One Roof
I pulled into a plain strip-center lot in Oklahoma expecting a quick errand and maybe five minutes of browsing. An hour later I was still inside, holding a wooden puzzle I did not need and eyeing a case of chocolate I definitely wanted. Some shops sell things, and a rare...