The proposed reduction would have netted 12 fewer positions to save around $800,000. Emotional speeches from longtime employees swayed the board Friday.
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Posted inNorth Tulsa
‘Just the beginning’: North Tulsa leaders celebrate next chapter of Greenwood Entrepreneurship at Moton
A historic hospital building in Greenwood has been restored into an entrepreneurship hub for Tulsans seeking ways to build their businesses.
Posted inLa Semana
She’s growing a ‘little haven’ in east Tulsa. Now she’s teaching others how to do the same.
Christy Hartung launched a gardening club to help neighbors learn how to grow their own food. Her mission is larger than tending to fruits and vegetables.
Posted inYour Money
Shrinkflation? Your favorite grocery brands have different price tags around Tulsa.
As shoppers pay more for less, Tulsans are searching for the best deal. We went to six stores to find out who is charging what.
Posted inHealth
How Tulsa is tapping opioid settlement funds for housing, treatment and hope
At west Tulsa’s Eden Village, funds from a class-action lawsuit against opioid companies are funding case workers and overdose reduction.
Posted inNews
New report ranks Tulsa among worst cities in the country for ozone pollution
Tulsa County received an F for ozone air pollution and a C for particle pollution. A forecasted El Niño could make things worse this summer.
Posted inYour Money
Tulsa utility bills could go up another $6. Here’s what you need to know.
This October, typical customers can expect to pay another $5.82 on average if the mayor’s 2027 budget plan is approved.
Posted inFood
‘Hot zingy!’ The Helen brings NYC breakfast dining to Meadow Gold District
After three decades in New York, Tulsa native Tim Rucker is betting big on the former Wildflower Cafe location. What can hungry diners expect?
Posted inHealth
Rural areas are struggling to get opioid settlement grants. Oklahoma wants to change that.
Nearly $1 billion in funds to address the opioid crisis will flow through Oklahoma. So far, Tulsa and Oklahoma City have been the main recipients.
Posted inGovernment
Tulsa mayor wants city to spend $1.22B in 2026-27. Where would the funds go?
The proposal would also increase utility payments for Tulsa households. Nichols wants to invest in streetlights, public safety and infrastructure.
Posted inNews
Push for reparations takes center stage with 3-day conference in Tulsa
Reparations advocates, faith leaders and political strategists from across the country will convene in Tulsa for a three-day conference April 24-26.
Posted inNews
Meta reveals it’s behind east Tulsa data center attracting praise and protests
State and city officials trumpeted $3.3 billion in economic activity over the next three years. But protesters worry about the impact on resources.