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Oklahoma City’s March sales and use tax summary
Oklahoma City’s March sales and use tax report shows combined General Fund collections were below this month last year and below the combined monthly projection.
03/26/2024 10:59 AM
Zoning application for proposed jail site to be considered by the Planning Commission April 11
A special permit application for the proposed Oklahoma County jail facility was filed with the City of Oklahoma City on Thursday, March 14. City staff met noticing deadlines to have the item considered at the April 11 Planning Commission meeting.
03/25/2024 1:43 PM
Bees and trees are top of mind with some of these OKC Parks’ classes, events
Will Rogers Gardens is holding its Fun in the Trees class on March 23 at 10 a.m. You’ll learn basics and then get harnessed up and into the old Oak in the Park.
03/20/2024 3:10 PM
H.A.L.O. celebrates a decade of compassion and connections at Will Rogers World Airport
Will Rogers World Airport celebrates the 10-year anniversary of The Human Animal Link of Oklahoma’s (H.A.L.O.) presence at the Airport, marking a decade of fostering connections between humans and animals.
03/20/2024 2:52 PM
Oklahoma City receives highest possible bond ratings for 16 years in a row
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. S&P affirmed the City’s AAA rating and stable outlook in a March 11, 2024, report and Moody's affirmed its Aaa rating in a March 13, 2024, report.
03/14/2024 10:29 AM
OKC’s Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center closed March 28
Oklahoma City’s Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center will be closed Thursday, March 28, for maintenance and reopen Friday, March 29.
03/13/2024 1:33 PM
Archery, kayaking and photography classes offered by Martin Park this spring
Martin Park Nature Center, 5000 W Memorial Rd., is a hub for nature exploration and education for visitors of all ages. The 144-acre nature park offers guided hikes, education programs and an interactive learning center. See a few surprising class offerings.
03/13/2024 10:17 AM
Lionsgate is joining efforts with Oklahoma City Animal Welfare to save dogs lives
Lionsgate’s ARTHUR THE KING is sponsoring the first 20 paid dog adoptions Saturday, March 16, at the Oklahoma City Animal Shelter, located at 2811 SE 29th St. Adoption of dogs 40 pounds and over remain fee waived.
03/13/2024 8:27 AM
OKCPS juniors and seniors invited to OKC job fair March 28
OKCPS high school juniors and seniors looking for full- and part-time employment with the City of Oklahoma City are invited to a hiring event on March 28 at Douglass High School, 900 N Martin Luther King Ave.
03/12/2024 4:12 PM
Portion of Northwest Expressway near Lake Hefner Parkway closed for water main repair
The far-right eastbound lane of Northwest Expressway near Lake Hefner Parkway is closed for the next several hours while crews with the Oklahoma City Utilities Department work to repair a 12-inch water main break in the area.
03/11/2024 11:00 AM
OKC Utilities issues warning about imposter attempting to enter homes under false pretenses
The Oklahoma City Utilities Department has been made aware that a person impersonating an Oklahoma City Utilities worker is knocking on doors in the Chisholm Crossing neighborhood. Per reports, he is telling people their water is contaminated and needs to be tested.
03/08/2024 5:16 PM
New accessibility program launches at Will Rogers World Airport
Will Rogers World Airport (OKC) is proud to partner with the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program to make OKC more accessible for travelers.
03/08/2024 9:09 AM
Special collection April 6 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 6, at the OKC Fairgrounds.
03/07/2024 1:55 PM
From a health fair to a kids' dance class, OKC Parks wants to get you moving this weekend
Join the OUHSC Black Student Association, Unity Clinic and Oklahoma City’s Parks and Recreation Department for its annual Black History Month Health Fair on March 9. The Willa D. Johnson Recreation Center, 909 Fredrick Douglass Ave., is hosting the health fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
03/07/2024 1:36 PM
New retail and restaurants now open at Will Rogers World Airport
The opening of a local breakfast restaurant, Hatch, in January marks the completion of concession renovations at Will Rogers World Airport (OKC). The Airport’s new dining program and the concession renovation are a collaboration between airport staff and Paradise-Lagardere.
03/04/2024 2:13 PM
From flowers to LARPing, OKC Parks has something for everyone this month
The Oklahoma City Parks and Recreation Department has some upcoming classes to help prepare you for spring and a sports offering that may surprise you.
03/01/2024 1:24 PM
Oklahoma City Police Chief Wade Gourley announces retirement
Oklahoma City Police Chief Wade Gourley announced his retirement today after 34 years of service. He has agreed to remain employed with the City until his position is filled.
03/01/2024 8:06 AM
ACOG and the City of Oklahoma City hosted a Regional Safety Summit to discuss transportation safety in Central Oklahoma
The Association of Central Oklahoma Governments (ACOG) and the City of Oklahoma City hosted a collaborative Regional Safety Summit on Wednesday, Feb. 28. The summit focused on transportation safety through policy, education and infrastructure.
02/29/2024 8:41 AM
Celebra el día bisiesto con adopciones de perros y gatos por $29 en el OKC Animal Welfare
Con la finalidad de conmemorar este año bisiesto, este jueves 29 de febrero, el OKC Animal Welfare reducirá los costos de adopción de los perros y gatos a tan solo $29. Ayudemos a OKC Animal Welfare a alcanzar su meta de salvar 600 vidas este mes.
02/28/2024 12:53 PM
Celebrate Leap Day with $29 dog and cat adoption fees from OKC Animal Welfare
To commemorate Leap Day, Thursday, Feb. 29, Oklahoma City Animal Welfare is reducing all adoption dog and cat adoption fees to $29. Help OKC Animal Welfare leap forward to reach its goal of saving 600 lives this month.
02/28/2024 11:30 AM