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‘Teddy Roosevelt’ takes the stage in Oklahoma City
The 26th President of the United States will be brought to life by a nationally recognized re-enactor during a series of performances hosted by Martin Park Nature Center.
10/17/2017 12:17 PM
Game and Fish Commission to consider permit fee for seniors
Oklahoma City anglers are invited to a public meeting at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 7 to discuss a potential new fishing permit fee for seniors.
10/16/2017 9:50 AM
Experience nature through art at Martin Park Nature Center
Try your hand at several nature-themed art projects and observe local artists at work during the free, annual Fall Into Art event from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 21 at Martin Park Nature Center, 5000 W Memorial Road.
10/13/2017 12:45 PM
New Capitol Hill Library opens to public
Mayor Mick Cornett and other civic leaders cut the ribbon Thursday on the new Capitol Hill Library, officially opening a new community cornerstone for south Oklahoma City.
10/05/2017 4:14 PM
Parks Department to host end of life planning seminar Oct. 19
Take the initiative to plan for final days or those of a loved one by attending Parks & Recreation’s “Embrace the Journey,” and end-of-life resource event.
10/02/2017 10:02 AM
Oklahoma City hires new Fire Chief
City Manager Jim Couch announced Friday the selection of Richard A. Kelley as the City of Oklahoma City’s next Fire Chief.
09/29/2017 11:20 AM
Learn water-wise landscape techniques during OKC’s Water & Landscape Fest
Join local conservation experts and Master Gardeners during the City of Oklahoma City’s Water & Landscape Fest from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 7 at Bluff Creek Park, 11301 N Meridian Ave.
09/27/2017 11:59 AM
OKC Council Meeting Notes: Sept. 26, 2017
Special events, election results, transit update, Convention and Visitors Bureau update and more.
09/26/2017 4:52 PM
Ribbon cut on new Municipal Court building
Mayor Mick Cornett and other City leaders cut the ribbon Monday on the new Municipal Court building, unveiling a more modern building that makes it more convenient for residents to conduct Court business.
09/18/2017 2:59 PM
Voters approve Better Streets, Safer City bond and sales tax measures
Oklahoma City voters approved the bond and sales tax measures on Tuesday’s Better Streets, Safer City special election ballot, making comprehensive investments in the critical infrastructure and services to help our community thrive as it grows.
09/13/2017 1:22 PM
OKC Council Meeting Notes: Sept. 12, 2017
Special events, sales tax, Council Priorities and more.
09/12/2017 2:00 PM
Oklahoma City’s September sales tax summary
The September sales tax report shows General Fund collections in Oklahoma City were up 3.4 percent compared to the same month last year, above the monthly projection by 1.4 percent.
09/12/2017 1:14 PM
Vote Tuesday in the Better Streets, Safer City special election
Polls are open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday for the Better Streets, Safer City special election in Oklahoma City.
09/11/2017 7:00 AM
Early voting Thursday and Friday for Tuesday’s Better Streets, Safer City special election
Early voting for Tuesday's Better Streets, Safer City special election is 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday and Friday at the county election board in the county where you’re registered
09/07/2017 7:00 AM
September is EMSAcare month
September is EMSAcare month in Oklahoma City, when residents may change their membership with the ambulance service from Sept. 1-30.
09/06/2017 9:03 AM
Oklahoma City's Labor Day holiday schedule
City of Oklahoma City offices are closed Monday for Labor Day, and some services are affected.
09/01/2017 9:37 AM
Community meeting planned for F. D. Moon Academy on Sept. 19
Residents are invited to a community meeting at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 19 to learn about planned renovations at F.D. Moon Academy.
08/31/2017 4:34 PM
OKC Council Meeting Notes: Aug. 29, 2017
Updates on parking downtown, special events, the American Indian Cultural Center and Museum, MAPS 3 Scissortail Park, arts, criminal justice reform and more.
08/31/2017 11:03 AM
Request an absentee ballot by Sept. 6 for Better Streets, Safer City special election Sept. 12
Registered Oklahoma City voters who want an absentee ballot to vote in the Better Streets, Safer City special election on Sept. 12 must request the ballot by Sept. 6.
08/30/2017 8:55 AM
Oklahoma City's free landfill day is Sept. 9
Oklahoma City residential utility customers can get rid of big junk and yard waste at no cost and without waiting for bulk waste day during the City’s free landfill day from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 9.
08/29/2017 3:28 PM