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American Rodeo Regional Finals held at Expo Square
TULSA, Okla. (KTUL) — With the shot at $1 million on the line, there were quite a few cowboys sweatin' at Expo Square Sunday. It was the last day to earn a spot in what's called the richest single-day rodeo in the world. We're talking about the American Western...
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Rose Rock celebrates National Ice Cream for Breakfast Day with pancake sundaes
TULSA, Okla. (KTUL) — Rose Rock Microcreamery celebrated National Ice Cream for Breakfast Day with a special event on Saturday. From 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., ice cream lovers gathered at the shop's Rose District location in Broken Arrow at 115 North Main Street. Pancake sundaes were available for...
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Tulsa Botanic Garden reopens in 2023 on Feb. 4
TULSA, Okla. (KTUL) — The Tulsa Botanic Garden is reopening Saturday after being closed for the month of January. The garden's hours in February will be from noon to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. On Feb. 10, the garden is holding a virtual Lunch and Learn with horticulture staff....
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10th Annual Black Wall Street Heritage and History Festival held in Greenwood
TULSA, Okla. (KTUL) — The 10th Annual Black Wall Street Heritage and History Festival was held in the Greenwood District Saturday. For the past decade, organizers have been sharing the story of Black Wall Street as part of Black History Month. NewsChannel 8 was told Billie Parker was the...
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After 115 years, Tulsa Fire Station 2 still one of city's busiest
TULSA, Okla. (KTUL) — Tulsa’s Fire Station 2 celebrated its 115th anniversary Sunday. That’s 115 years of struggles, sleepless nights, and risking lives for strangers. The Tulsa Fire Department said Station 2 responded to about 5,000 calls in 2022. It’s also responsible for the department’s two most-visited addresses. That’s a lot for one station to handle.
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Tulsa International Airport launches virtual taxicab queueing system
TULSA, Okla. (KTUL) — The process for taxicabs to pick up customers at the Tulsa International Airport has recently been streamlined with the new virtual taxicab queueing system UnDelay. The airport says the new system will improve efficiencies and revenue for both taxicab drivers and the airport. "Automation is...
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Cherokee Nation helps to bring Native stories to the big screen
TULSA, Okla. (KTUL) — The Cherokee Nation and its film office are proudly celebrating the world premiere of "Fancy Dance," the first recipient of the tribe's film incentive. This film recently debuted at the 2023 Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah, as a finalist in the U.S. Dramatic Competition.
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Rooster Days to hold mascot tryouts for Rosco the rooster
TULSA, Okla. (KTUL) — Rooster Days is looking for someone new to carry the mantle of Rosco the rooster after the former mascot retired. Tryouts will be held Feb. 15 at the Central on Main Ballroom from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Along with regular festival appearances, the mascot...
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Historic Tulsa church reopens 17 months after fire
TULSA, OKLA. (KTUL) — A Tulsa Presbyterian church held its grand reopening Sunday, 17 months after a fire brought services in its sanctuary to a halt. Christ Presbyterian Church (CPC) near 51st & Lewis, celebrated by welcoming members of its congregation back with open arms Sunday morning. Many of them got the chance to see the work that had gone into completely remodeling the space to meet their needs.
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Circle Cinema honors Black History Month with Black Love film series
TULSA, Okla. (KTUL) — Circle Cinema is celebrating Black History Month in the month of February. They will show films and put on events to show support. Headlining this month is the Black Love film series which will feature African American romance films and live music by Tulsa R&B Singer OmaleyB, sponsored by Black Vibe Tulsa.
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Thief steals donation box for homeless after breaking into midtown Tulsa brewery
TULSA, Okla. (KTUL) — The Renaissance Brewery in midtown Tulsa was broken into Wednesday evening. The only thing stolen was a donation box intended to go to the Tulsa Day Center, where it could be distributed to people in need. The brewery said it would love to fill the...
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Tulsa Public School students build wheelchair ramps for Meals on Wheels
TULSA, Okla. (KTUL) — Tulsa Public Schools' Hale High School has partnered with Meals on Wheels to build wheelchair ramps for seniors and people with disabilities in the community. This partnership gives students in the construction program the opportunity to apply the skills learned in their classes to serve...
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"Small but mighty": Tulsa Police Department welcomes 11 new recruits
TULSA, Okla. (KTUL) — The Tulsa Police Department got to know its latest rookie class this week. The department saw 11 new recruits for the Tulsa Police Academy class 2023-125. "With 11 recruits, they are small but mighty and we're happy to have them," TPD said. The department said...
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University of Tulsa announces acquisition of Hardesty Building and Mayfest
TULSA, Okla. (KTUL) — The University of Tulsa announced it is buying the Hardest Building in the arts district in downtown Tulsa. The Tulsa Arts and Humanities Council suddenly closed ahha Tulsa, an immersive art museum in the fall, leaving questions about the future of major events like Mayfest.
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Muscogee Nation Lighthorse police trying to identify person from Tulsa area
TULSA, Okla. (KTUL) — The Muscogee Nation Lighthorse Police Department is seeking help from the public in identifying the pictured individual. Police say the person is from the Tulsa area. LHPD did not specify why they are needing to identify this person. Anyone with information is asked to contact...
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Tulsa Health Department encourages prescription drug safety among pregnant women
TULSA, Okla. (KTUL) — Public health officials with the Tulsa Health Department's substance abuse program along with the Coalition Against Prescription and Substance Abuse of Tulsa are encouraging prescription drug safety among those who are pregnant or may become pregnant in observance of National Birth Defects Awareness Month. The...
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State superintendent proposes idea to split Tulsa Public Schools into smaller districts
TULSA, Okla. — State Superintendent Ryan Walters is proposing an idea he said will help Tulsa kids get educated. "Tulsa Public Schools for years now has been one of the worst performing schools in the state of Oklahoma," he said. "We see this every year when test scores come out."
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Locust Grove police search for man suspected of robbing bank
TULSA, Okla. (KTUL) — The Locust Grove Police Department is seeking assistance in identifying the person seen in the pictures. Police say this individual is a suspect in a bank robbery at the First State Bank that took place Friday. LGPD asks if anyone has information, to contact Investigator...
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Greenwood District excited for visit from United States Secretary of Labor
TULSA, Okla. (KTUL) — A staple of the neighborhood for the past 13 years, the loss of Fat Guys will certainly be felt. "Our neighbor, our next-door neighbor, we hate to lose them. They made good burgers," said barber Willie Sells. But Greenwood is already looking forward, specifically to...
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State Representative from Tulsa appointed to Oklahoma Route 66 Centennial Commission
TULSA, Okla. (KTUL) — Oklahoma House Speaker Charles McCall appointed Rep. Lonnie Sims of Tulsa to the Oklahoma Route 66 Centennial Commission this week. Sims began his term on the commission Wednesday and is in his third term in the Oklahoma House of Representatives. The commission is working to...
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