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Hi Oklahoma City! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • What Oklahoma City Council will decide about Ralph's Ranch rezoning
  • How Oklahoma City is helping launch America's next generation of astronauts
  • Could Oklahoma's new childcare subsidy rules hit your family's budget?

Also on today's calendar: Singo at Louie's and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why do some birds fly south for the winter? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Monday: Hot, with a high of 92 and low of 73 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Tuesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 91, low: 75.
  • Wednesday: Clouds and sun with a t-storm, with a high of 80 and low of 68 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Urban farm in NE OKC faces zoning vote after neighbor complaints (freepressokc.com) — An urban farm in far northeast Oklahoma City, Ralph's Ranch, is asking the City Council to rezone its 10-acre property from residential to agricultural so it can keep growing crops and operating a farm stand. The request follows neighbor complaints about traffic and noise from past events, and the upcoming vote will determine how the farm can balance community gatherings with surrounding residents' concerns.
   

• Artemis II's Victor Glover says Oklahoma is key to America's future in space (kansascity.com) — Oklahoma City readers get a front-row seat as Artemis II astronaut Victor Glover visits the state, praising Oklahoma's growing role in America's space future. In an interview at The Oklahoman's Oklahoma City newsroom, he highlights local aerospace companies, training programs, and trade careers that could launch residents into the next generation of space exploration.
   

• Oklahoma childcare providers worry subsidy program changes will affect families for the worse (news9.com) — Families in Oklahoma City who rely on childcare subsidies should know that state income limits for qualifying will tighten from 70% to 55% of median income starting February 1, potentially pricing some out. Local providers warn this could sharply raise out-of-pocket costs at renewal time and urge parents to pay attention to DHS communication so they're not surprised by big jumps in monthly bills.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • If this is your dog she is at sellers park.
    Shes been walking on 82nd st from penn towards may (Nextdoor Sellers Park)
  • Update: Owner reached out and will be here to get them soon!
    Are you missing two sweet pups? They are safe in my garage in harvest hills 101st street! Text me 715-499-6104 (Nextdoor Harvest Hills)
  • US Department of War posted a job opening for Store Associate in Oklahoma City. Apply here.
  • Dollar General posted a job opening for TEAM MEMBER - pOpshelf in CHOCTAW OK S24303 in Choctaw. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Oklahoma City here.

🗞 Nearby News

Midwest City

  • Firefighters gather in Midwest City for electric vehicle fire training (koco.com)
  • Football Recap: Carl Albert Beats Durant for Their 21st Straight Victory (maxpreps.com)

Ok Oklahoma City! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why do some birds fly south for the winter?" — Because it's too far to walk..! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!)
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