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Animal Shelter infection - situation update April 5
On the day the shelter closed (March 29), the OKC Animal Shelter staff pulled samples from 10% of their ill dog population, which was 14 samples. Eight of the samples tested positive for the following: Streptococcus zooepidemicus (strep zoo), H3N2 Influenza and Influenza A (Canine Flu).
04/05/2023 7:31 AM
Oklahoma City selected for urban heat mapping campaign assistance
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced on Tuesday Oklahoma City is one of 18 communities selected to participate in the 2023 NOAA Urban Heat Island (UHI) mapping campaign.
04/04/2023 2:29 PM
Animal Shelter closed temporarily due to infection
The Oklahoma City Animal Shelter is closed for at least a week to identify and contain a contagious upper respiratory infection that has spread to 130 dogs in the last three days. Three dogs have died due to the infection.
03/29/2023 7:05 PM
Oklahoma City’s March sales and use tax summary
Oklahoma City’s March sales and use tax report shows combined General Fund collections were above this month last year and the combined monthly projection.
03/29/2023 3:59 PM
Runoff April 4 for Ward 5 City Council seat
Polls will open from 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. April 4 for a runoff election for Ward 5 City Council representation between Matt Hinkle and Thuan Hieu Nguyen. Ward 5 is located in far south Oklahoma City. All registered voters in Wards 5 are eligible to vote. See a Ward map at okc.gov/WardMap.
03/29/2023 10:20 AM
City to host spring cleaning event April 1 for computers, tires, ammunition and medication
Oklahoma City will host a special collection for computers, tires, ammunition and prescription medication from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 1, at the OKC Fairgrounds. This event is a great way to get rid of these unwanted items as residents begin spring cleaning.
03/28/2023 2:36 PM
City Council selects operator for MAPS 4 homelessness project
The Oklahoma City Council voted today to select Oklahoma City Housing Authority (OCHA) as the operating partner for the homelessness project in MAPS 4. MAPS 4 includes $55.76 million for affordable housing options in the Oklahoma City market.
03/28/2023 11:20 AM
Oklahoma City receives Aaa bond rating from Moody’s and AAA from S&P
Moody’s Investors Service and S&P Global Ratings have each affirmed the City of Oklahoma City’s high bond rating with a stable long-term outlook.
03/14/2023 8:21 AM
Become water waste aware during National “Fix a Leak” Week March 20-26
Save money by finding and fixing common household water leaks. That’s the message the City of Oklahoma City is promoting as it joins the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in recognizing the EPA’s annual “Fix a Leak” Week, March 20-26.
03/13/2023 10:49 AM
Special collection April 1 for computers, tires, ammunition and medications
Oklahoma City will host a special collection for unwanted computers, tires, ammunition and prescription medications from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 1, at the OKC Fairgrounds. The drop off site will be on the south side of the fairgrounds, east of the Jim Norick Arena.
03/09/2023 2:47 PM
OKC Parks’ camps offer exciting spring break activities for kids
Are you ready for a week of outdoor adventure? OKC Parks is excited to offer day camps during spring break for kids ages 6-17. To register online for a spring break camp, go to okc.gov/parksignup.
03/09/2023 12:06 PM
Oklahoma City’s February sales and use tax summary
Oklahoma City’s February sales and use tax report shows combined General Fund collections were above this month last year and the combined monthly projection.
03/01/2023 7:38 AM
City council approves 9 p.m. curfew for unaccompanied juveniles in Bricktown; ordinance includes exceptions
Oklahoma City Council approved lowering the curfew for the Bricktown Entertainment District from 11 p.m. to 9 p.m. for people younger than 18 who are unaccompanied by a parent, guardian or responsible adult.
02/28/2023 2:22 PM
Street outreach program approved for people experiencing homelessness
Oklahoma City Council approved a one-year contract today with Mental Health Association Oklahoma (MHAOK) to support a pilot Homeless Street Outreach Program.
02/28/2023 11:40 AM
Construction begins on MAPS 3 and 4 OKC Fairgrounds Coliseum
City leaders broke ground today on the MAPS 3 and 4 OKC Fairgrounds Coliseum. The 216,164-square-foot coliseum will be operated by Oklahoma State Fair, Inc. at the OKC Fairgrounds. Construction is scheduled to be complete in 2025. The Jim Norick Arena will continue to host events.
02/22/2023 2:04 PM
Animal Welfare challenges OKC to adopt 200 dogs in eight days
OKC Animal Welfare is waiving fees for dogs 40 pounds and over as part of its challenge to home 200 dogs in eight days. The challenge ends Feb. 25 with a live fashion show with the adoptable dogs as models.
02/17/2023 3:48 PM
OKC Parks brings ‘A Raisin in the Sun’ to Civic Center Music Hall
Oklahoma City Parks & Recreation brings the Broadway hit “A Raisin in the Sun” to the Civic Center Music Hall. Performances will be in the CitySpace Theatre of the Civic Center Music Hall March 2 -12. Tickets are $24 and can be purchased online at okcciviccenter.com.
02/16/2023 8:05 AM
Incumbents for Wards 2, 6 and 8 win re-election to Oklahoma City Council; runoff set for Ward 5
Ward 2 Councilperson James Cooper, Ward 6 Councilwoman JoBeth Hamon and Ward 8 Councilman Mark Stonecipher were re-elected in the Feb. 14 Oklahoma City Council general election.
02/15/2023 8:02 AM
Earlier curfew proposed for Bricktown
Oklahoma City Council is considering lowering the curfew for the Bricktown Entertainment District from 11 p.m. to 9 p.m. for people younger than 18 who are unaccompanied by a parent, guardian or responsible adult.
02/14/2023 1:23 PM
Vote Tuesday in Oklahoma City Council election for Wards 2, 5, 6 and 8
Polls are open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 14, to vote in the Oklahoma City Council election for Wards 2, 5, 6 and 8. The nonpartisan election and potential runoff will decide who represents those Wards on the Council for the next four-year term, which begins May 2.
02/08/2023 3:54 PM