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Author Archives: Haley Samsel
Haley Samsel is the story editor at the Tulsa Flyer, where she edits stories for accuracy and coaches journalists on their writing. Haley’s career in journalism began in Washington, D.C., where she led American University’s student newspaper. She felt called back to her home state of Texas, where she reported on the environment before becoming an editor at the Fort Worth Report, the city’s only nonprofit news outlet. During her time as part of the leadership team, the staff was recognized with over a dozen statewide journalism awards. She continues her commitment to nonpartisan, nonprofit journalism that tells human stories at a local level with the Tulsa Flyer.
Posted inGovernment
East Tulsa data center rezoning for Project Anthem delayed
Planning staff recommend denial as residents raise environmental and property value concerns.
Posted inArts
Tulsa Ballet shines in the monumental challenge that is ‘The Sleeping Beauty’
Tulsa Ballet performed an Olympian feat, displaying the technical skills, artistic expression and physical stamina necessary to make the story take flight.
Posted inEntertainment
King Cabbage Brass Band brings ‘Collabages’ home to Cain’s Ballroom
Oklahoma’s only brass band brought friends like Jacob Tovar and Dane Arnold to the stage before joining fans on the dance floor.
Posted inEntertainment
Remembering Tulsa guitarist Tommy Crook
The Tulsa musician died Feb. 4 at the age of 81. Services are set for Feb. 14 in Bixby.
Posted inSchools & Families
Voters approve Jenks Public Schools $20.3M bond. Here’s where the money will go.
The district enrolls more than 12,600 students in the south Tulsa area. Now, Jenks will invest into athletic facilities, buses and more.
Posted inCulture
Former NFL, Tulsa football player Tracy Scroggins dies at 56
A native of Checotah, Tracy Scroggins spent a decade playing for the Detroit Lions.
Posted inSchools & Families
Muskogee woman helps families celebrate with birthday packages: ‘It lifts the kids’ hearts’
What began as a small act of kindness has grown into a community effort to make sure children across Muskogee feel celebrated, even when families are struggling.
Posted inBusiness
State Farm delays left dying woman in home with holes, hose for water
An Oklahoma woman was dying of cancer as State Farm delayed the claim on her family’s Edmond home. The insurance department fought tooth and nail to preserve its right to do nothing to intervene.
Posted inEntertainment
Arkansauce brings bluegrass, blues and funk to The Venue Shrine
Live music graces the stage on South Boston Avenue most nights of the week.
Posted inEntertainment
Artistry and Christmas magic combine to create uniquely Tulsan ‘Nutcracker’ ballet
All elements that make the classic tale magical are on display in Tulsa Ballet’s production, James Watts writes.
Posted inHealth
Oklahoma maternal mortality rate dips slightly, remains above national average
Mortality varies by race, according to newly released data, and about 70% of pregnancy-related deaths were deemed preventable.