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Ribbon cut on MAPS 3 Senior Health & Wellness Center
Mayor David Holt, Oklahoma City Councilmembers and Center operator Community Health Centers of Oklahoma celebrated the grand opening of the new MAPS 3 Senior Health and Wellness Center at NE 36th Street and Lincoln Boulevard today.
12/07/2023 12:24 PM
Find out if you live in OKC and can vote in the Dec. 12 arena election
Many people live in Oklahoma City and are eligible to vote in the upcoming Dec. 12 arena election but don’t realize it because their address or school district is associated with a suburb like Edmond, Mustang, Yukon or Moore.
12/06/2023 9:14 AM
Tickets on sale for “A Dickens Christmas” presented by OKC Parks
Everyone is invited to an evening of sketches from Charles Dickens’ stories followed by a Victorian-era-inspired feast inside the Ed Lycan Conservatory at historic Will Rogers Park, 3400 NW 36th St., at 7 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 15, and Saturday, Dec. 16.
12/05/2023 11:24 AM
Oklahoma City’s November sales and use tax summary
Oklahoma City’s November sales and use tax report shows combined General Fund collections were above this month last year and below the combined monthly projection.
12/05/2023 8:40 AM
Kids can learn gymnastics or create holiday wreaths with OKC Parks this week
Children, ages 4-14, can participate in a gymnastics course at Southern Oaks Recreation Center, 6818 S. Walker Ave. This program helps kids develop cognitive skills and strong and healthy bones, increases coordination and improves flexibility.
12/04/2023 3:31 PM
OKC Animal Welfare wants 100 dog adoptions during “Sweater Weather” event
Oklahoma City Animal Welfare set a big goal. The Shelter wants to see 100 dogs adopted by 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 2, to greatly reduce the overcrowding among the dog population.
12/01/2023 2:39 PM
From kids’ club to soccer drills, OKC Parks has something for everyone this weekend
Southern Oaks Recreation Center, 6818 S Walker Ave., is hosting “After School Kids Club” from 3:30-6 p.m. starting Dec. 1. Your kids will have the chance to participate in fun sports, games and arts and crafts.
11/28/2023 2:32 PM
Residents can track Police Department’s de-escalation, community engagement and crisis response progress through website
OKC residents can track the Police Department’s progress on 39 recommendations made by the Law Enforcement Policy Task Force and the Community Policing Working Group by visiting the OKC Public Safety Partnership website at okc.gov/government/okc-public-safety-partnership.
11/28/2023 9:01 AM
Portion of South Eastern Avenue closed for water line installation
Beginning Wednesday, Nov. 29, a portion of South Eastern Avenue between Southeast 15th Street and American Indian Boulevard will be closed for about four months while contractors for the Oklahoma City Utilities Department install a new water line in the area.
11/27/2023 8:41 AM
From tree lighting to gentle yoga, OKC Parks has something for everyone this holiday season
The Holiday Season will come alive at Will Rogers Gardens, 3400 NW 36th St., on Sunday, Nov. 26, for the holiday tree lighting ceremony. From 4-7 p.m. enjoy live music, food trucks, carriage rides and a special guest, OKC Thunder’s Rumble!
11/22/2023 11:18 AM
OKC’s first parking-protected bike lanes under construction in NE OKC
Construction began this week on the City’s first parking-protected bike lane. The lane will be built on Lottie Avenue from NE 13th Street to NE 23rd Street. The parking-protected bike lane is a part of a larger bike lane project that will soon be under construction.
11/21/2023 2:20 PM
Thanksgiving holiday weekend schedule
Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, Nov. 23): No trash or recycling pickup. Makeup day Saturday, Nov. 25. Bulky waste pickup not affected. EMBARK buses on a weekend schedule. OKC Streetcar on a regular schedule. Free fares for both.
11/20/2023 1:31 PM
Don’t let fats, oils and grease gobble your holiday plans
The Oklahoma City Utilities Department wants to remind residents to “prevent clogs by tossing your FOG.” This means tossing fats, oils, grease and other bulky food items into the trash, and not down the drain.
11/20/2023 9:39 AM
MAPS 3 Senior Health & Wellness Center ribbon cutting and open house set for Dec. 7
The community is invited to Join Mayor David Holt and Oklahoma City Council members on Thursday, Dec. 7, for a ribbon cutting and open house at the new MAPS 3 Senior Health and Wellness Center at NE 36th Street and Lincoln Boulevard.
11/17/2023 1:41 PM
Human Rights Commission to host presentation on Indigenous Peoples’ rights as part of Native American Heritage Month
The community is invited to attend a free presentation titled “Rights Protection in Indian Country” from Professor Emeritus Lindsay Robertson of the University of Oklahoma College of Law.
11/14/2023 8:57 AM
City of Oklahoma City Celebrates America Recycles Day, encourages customers to “Recycle Right”
In remarks during the Nov. 7 City Council meeting, Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt proclaimed Wednesday, Nov. 15, as “America Recycles Day,” to promote responsible recycling in our community.
11/08/2023 11:50 AM
Oklahoma City Council recognizes employers that support veteran initiatives
Oklahoma City Council, Community Service Council (CSC) and CSC’s Oklahoma Veteran Alliance recognized 11 companies from across Oklahoma City today for becoming Veteran Employer Champions.
11/07/2023 9:52 AM
Veterans Day holiday schedule
The Veterans Day holiday schedule for City of OKC services is below: Veterans Day (observed Friday, Nov. 10) Trash and recycling collection as usual. EMBARK buses and OKC Streetcar on a regular schedule Nov. 10. Free fares for both on Saturday, Nov. 11.
11/07/2023 8:42 AM
Apply by Nov. 7 to test for OKC 911 Dispatcher position
People interested in a career as a Dispatcher Trainee with OKC’s 911 are encouraged to apply online by 11:59 p.m. Nov. 7. Applicants who pass the screening will be invited to take a test between 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Nov. 9 at 420 W. Main St.
11/06/2023 12:07 PM
“Key to Home Partnership” governing board forms to work together to end and prevent homelessness in OKC
To address homelessness differently in Oklahoma City, a new system of governance called the Key to Home Partnership was launched in April 2023. The Partnership is a public-private partnership of over 40 agencies whose mission is to prevent and end homelessness in Oklahoma City alongside the City.
11/01/2023 2:25 PM