A large outdoor concert venue will arrive in the Tulsa area, bringing jobs and economic impact. Officials say Sunset Amphitheater is “long overdue.”
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Remembering Tulsa guitarist Tommy Crook
The Tulsa musician died Feb. 4 at the age of 81. Services are set for Feb. 14 in Bixby.
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Shocked by attention, Islamic Society of Tulsa prepares for hundreds at open house
About a month after the Broken Arrow City Council rejected IST’s proposal for a mosque, they’re welcoming residents into their midtown mosque Feb. 15.
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Time travel to a future Tulsa through Big Scene’s interactive art exhibit this weekend
What will Tulsa look like in 2036? That’s the question six artists are asking at Big Scene, an immersive art experience running Feb. 13-15.
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5 ways to spend your weekend in Tulsa Feb. 13-15
From a new photography exhibition to a sculpting crafternoon at Saturn Room, here’s the Flyer’s top five.
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Former NFL, Tulsa football player Tracy Scroggins dies at 56
A native of Checotah, Tracy Scroggins spent a decade playing for the Detroit Lions.
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14 things to do Valentine’s weekend for Tulsa’s singles, gals and the budget-minded
Check out the Flyer’s guide to Valentine’s Day in Tulsa — from no-pressure activities to bar and restaurant specials that require a reservation.
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Mayfest will return, rescheduled to coincide with the Route 66 Centennial
Mayfest will return to Tulsa on May 29-30, 2026, albeit in a reduced format, as organizers strive to revitalize the event following the University of Tulsa’s withdrawal.
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Philbrook hosts trio of exhibits headlined by Gordon Parks’ iconic photography
On March 6, Philbrook will host a conversation on the influence of Parks’ work with Black photographers Dudley Brooks and Fred Sweets — moderated by the Flyer’s Tim Landes.
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Tulsa Symphony Orchestra celebrates Black composers with music grounded in gospel
Tulsa Symphony’s “Celebrating Black History” concert put gospel-rooted music front and center.
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Bumping bass, bucking bulls: A night at Tulsa’s Black rodeo
Present-day culture and history combined over the weekend as hundreds of Tulsans were treated to a Black rodeo performance.
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‘Swan Lake’ and ‘Cinderella’ headline Tulsa Ballet’s 70th season
The ballet’s 70th season will wrap up with ‘Carmen’ before Tulsa PAC undergoes renovations starting in 2028.