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Oklahoma City fishing permit changes take effect Sept. 1
New fees for City of Oklahoma City fishing permits and a new three-day permit take effect Sept. 1.
08/16/2018 8:30 AM
Aquatic centers, spraygrounds and pools on new seasonal schedule
Oklahoma City’s family aquatic centers and spraygrounds are on a new schedule for the rest of the year now that schools are in session.
08/16/2018 8:30 AM
Intersection of NW 5th and Hudson to be closed for two weeks
Beginning at 9 a.m. Monday, Aug. 20, the intersection of NW 5th Street and Hudson Avenue will close for two weeks.
08/15/2018 2:08 PM
Oklahoma City residents asked to report Aug. 14 flood damage online
Oklahoma City residents whose property was damaged by the Tuesday, Aug. 14 flash flooding should visit okc.gov/flood to report it by Sunday, Aug. 19.
08/15/2018 1:16 PM
Request absentee ballot by Aug. 22 to vote by mail in Ward 7 Oklahoma City Council special election on Aug. 28
The deadline is Aug. 22 to request an absentee ballot to vote by mail in the Aug. 28 primary special election for the Oklahoma City Council seat in Ward 7.
08/15/2018 8:30 AM
Oklahoma City’s resident satisfaction beats national average
Oklahoma City residents continue to be more satisfied with their community than most Americans who live in big cities.
08/14/2018 12:48 PM
Construction projects to affect West River Trail, Lake Overholser Trail
Construction projects in the coming weeks will affect the West River Trail and Lake Overholser Trail in west Oklahoma City.
08/10/2018 10:34 AM
Doggy Dip ’N Dash fun run and swim at Earlywine Park, Sept. 8
Treat your dog to a run and a swim during the Doggy Dip ’N Dash at Earlywine Park and Family Aquatic Center on Sept. 8.
08/07/2018 11:00 AM
Expect delays on Western in north OKC as school year begins amid construction
Allow extra time for traffic on Western Avenue between NW 178th and NW 192nd streets as the school year begins during a widening and intersection improvement project.
08/07/2018 8:44 AM
Council approves first Better Streets, Safer City trails project
Better Streets, Safer City street improvement projects are already under way, and the Oklahoma City Council just approved the program’s first trails project.
07/31/2018 11:32 AM
Free adoptions Saturday at OKC Animal Welfare to ease overcrowding
Adoption fees for cats and dogs will be waived Saturday at OKC Animal Welfare to ease overcrowding during the shelter’s busiest season.
07/27/2018 9:16 AM
Adoptions, volunteers and donations needed with OKC Animal Welfare shelter over capacity
The lives of homeless pets are at risk with overcrowding at the OKC Animal Welfare shelter, and help from the community is needed to save lives and make more space.
07/24/2018 10:51 AM
Register to vote by Aug. 3 for Ward 7 Oklahoma City Council special election on Aug. 28
The deadline is Aug. 3 to register to vote in the Aug. 28 primary special election for the Oklahoma City Council seat in Ward 7.
07/23/2018 10:43 AM
Oklahoma City’s July sales tax summary
The July sales tax report shows General Fund collections in Oklahoma City were up 21.5 percent compared to the same month last year, above the monthly projection by 4.3 percent.
07/18/2018 9:11 AM
Homelessness is down, while visibility may be up
The number of people experiencing homelessness in Oklahoma City is down this year according to the annual Point in Time Count.
07/12/2018 10:31 AM
OKC seeks volunteers for lead and copper testing in homes
The Utilities Department is offering free lead and copper testing for water customers who have lead water service lines on their property.
07/02/2018 4:11 PM
It’s illegal to buy, sell or use fireworks in Oklahoma City
Remember that it’s illegal to buy, sell or use fireworks in the City of Oklahoma City as you make plans for Independence Day celebrations.
06/28/2018 2:43 PM
Oklahoma City’s June sales tax summary
The June sales tax report shows General Fund collections in Oklahoma City were up 23.1 percent compared to the same month last year, above the amended monthly projection by 8.1 percent.
06/19/2018 1:53 PM
MAPS 3 Oklahoma City Streetcar testing begins Tuesday night in Bricktown
The MAPS 3 Oklahoma City Streetcar will begin on-street testing Tuesday evening along the 2-mile Bricktown Loop.
06/18/2018 2:14 PM
Eight candidates for Ward 7 Oklahoma City Council seat file for Aug. 28 special election
Eight candidates filed to run in the Aug. 28 primary special election to represent Ward 7 on the Oklahoma City Council.
06/15/2018 5:00 PM