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Early voting is Thursday-Friday in MAPS 4 special election on Dec. 10
Early voting in Oklahoma City’s MAPS 4 special election is Thursday and Friday.
12/04/2019 8:30 AM
Oklahoma City’s rainbow trout season opens Dec. 1
OKC Parks opens its 19th annual rainbow trout season beginning Sunday, Dec. 1 at Dolese Youth Park Pond, 5105 NW 50th Street. The season runs through Feb. 29.
11/25/2019 9:44 AM
Manuel Perez Park to receive new improvements -- corrected address
Mayor David Holt and other civic leaders will break ground on new improvements at Manuel Perez Park in a ceremony at 10 a.m. Monday, Dec. 2. OKC Parks is hosting the groundbreaking, and the public is invited to attend.
11/22/2019 1:23 PM
Stop holiday plumbing clogs by tossing fats, oils and grease into the trash, not down the drain
The Utilities Department wants to remind residents to “prevent clogs by tossing your FOG.” This means tossing any fats, oils and grease, commonly known as FOG, into the trash, and not down the train.
11/21/2019 11:07 AM
Request absentee ballot by Dec. 4 to vote by mail in MAPS 4 special election on Dec. 10
The deadline is 5 p.m. Dec. 4 to request an absentee ballot and vote by mail in the MAPS 4 special election in Oklahoma City on Dec. 10.
11/20/2019 8:30 AM
Oklahoma City’s Thanksgiving holiday schedule
City of Oklahoma City services are affected Nov. 28-29 in observance of Thanksgiving.
11/18/2019 8:56 AM
Councilperson Cooper to host Ward 2 MAPS 4/Better Streets, Safer City Meet-Up Forum on Nov. 21
Councilperson James Cooper is hosting a public Ward 2 MAPS 4/Better Streets, Safer City Meet-Up Forum on Nov. 21 for Oklahoma City residents to learn more about these two initiatives and visit with City staff to ask questions.
11/15/2019 9:38 AM
Councilwoman Hamon to host Ward 6 MAPS 4 Forum on Nov. 17
Councilwoman JoBeth Hamon is hosting a public Ward 6 MAPS 4 Forum on Nov. 17 for Oklahoma City residents to learn more about the program and ask questions.
11/12/2019 10:28 AM
Engage with local government at Civic Saturday event, Nov. 16
Join Mayor David Holt and partners from around Oklahoma City at Civic Saturday, a free public program to nurture civic spirit and face-to-face reflections and connections.
11/07/2019 9:15 AM
Oklahoma City’s Veterans Day holiday schedule
City of Oklahoma City services are affected Monday, Nov. 11, in observance of Veterans Day.
11/07/2019 8:30 AM
Voter registration deadline is Nov. 15 for MAPS 4 special election on Dec. 10
The deadline is Nov. 15 to register to vote or update your registration for the MAPS 4 special election in Oklahoma City on Dec. 10.
11/01/2019 8:30 AM
OCRA, CARE Center reach agreement to save historic Brockway Center
A new agreement regarding the historic Brockway Center will save it from demolition and provide expanded space nearby for the CARE Center’s critical child advocacy services.
10/23/2019 10:00 AM
Oklahoma City’s resident satisfaction ratings among the best in U.S.
From coast to coast, there aren’t many people as happy with their hometown as Oklahoma City residents are with theirs.
10/23/2019 8:57 AM
Councilwoman Nice to host Ward 7 MAPS 4 Forum on Nov. 5
Councilwoman Nikki Nice is hosting a public Ward 7 MAPS 4 Forum on Nov. 5 for Oklahoma City residents to learn more about the program and ask questions.
10/23/2019 8:30 AM
MAPS 3 Lake Draper Trail opens Oct. 26 with fun run, bike ride, family activities
The MAPS 3 Lake Draper Trail opens Oct. 26 with two bicycle rides, a 5k fun run and activities for kids.
10/11/2019 1:50 PM
Oklahoma City Council chooses sites for third and fourth MAPS 3 Senior Health and Wellness Centers
The third and fourth MAPS 3 Senior Health and Wellness Centers will be in northeast and far southwest Oklahoma City.
10/09/2019 8:46 AM
MAPS 3 Oklahoma City Convention Center brand unveiled
Officials unveiled the MAPS 3 Oklahoma City Convention Center’s new brand on Monday, revealing colorful and energetic logo for a new community landmark.
10/07/2019 1:00 PM
Lake Overholser Bridge along Route 66 in Oklahoma City closed for inspection, evaluation and maintenance
The Lake Overholser Bridge on NW 39th Street along historic Route 66 is closed for inspection and potential maintenance work.
09/19/2019 3:22 PM
Join Kings of Leon, Mayor Holt and the City Council to dedicate Kings of Leon Lane in Bricktown, Sept. 27
Join Kings of Leon, Mayor David Holt and the Oklahoma City Council to officially dedicate the newly named Kings of Leon Lane in Bricktown.
09/17/2019 8:30 AM
OKC Mayor’s Veteran Support Coalition hosts series of resource fairs for veterans and military families
The Oklahoma City Mayor’s Veteran Support Coalition, a collaborative group of community and government organizations, will host a series of resource fairs for service members, veterans and military families on the third Friday of each month from Sept. 20 through March 2020.
09/12/2019 1:10 PM