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1. Tulsa Press Club to explore future of higher education through new Page One series (ktul.com) — A new Page One luncheon series from the Tulsa Press Club will bring top higher-education leaders to OSU-Tulsa, starting September 14 with Oklahoma State University's president discussing OSU's future in the city. Additional dates will feature leaders from OU-Tulsa, Tulsa Community College, the University of Tulsa and NYU Tulsa, with tickets required for each midday event.
2. Record diesel prices hit Tulsa drivers with a double whammy at the pump and grocery store (kjrh.com) — Tulsa drivers are facing record diesel prices of $5.67 per gallon and gasoline averaging $3.79, straining family budgets and pushing grocery prices higher. Experts link the spike to global conflicts disrupting oil and diesel supplies, and they warn that relief may be limited heading into fall and winter, while offering tips to help residents save at the pump.
3. Campus Tulsa brings career and culture opportunities to students (newson6.com) — Campus Tulsa is organizing a free Career and Culture Festival on October 10 at Guthrie Green, connecting college students directly with Tulsa employers offering internships and early career jobs. Attendees can enjoy food, activities, giveaways and downtown business discounts, while companies can reserve tables to meet students interested in living and working in Tulsa after graduation.
4. Tulsa Zoo (tulsakids.com) — Families in Tulsa visiting the Tulsa Zoo now have expanded accessibility and sensory-friendly options, including certified Sensory Inclusive spaces and rentable mobility equipment. A dedicated family den offers private nursing space, quiet rooms, and universal changing facilities, aiming to make zoo visits more comfortable and inclusive for guests with diverse needs.
5. How do Tulsa-area schools cover 9/11? (tulsaworld.com) — Teachers and students in Tulsa-area schools are weaving 9/11 discussions into secondary classrooms even though Oklahoma standards don't formally require the topic until high school. Tulsa Public Schools is also grappling with closures, larger class sizes, AC repairs, and long-term planning, while highlighting local National Merit semifinalists and inviting Tulsans to upcoming community meetings.
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