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1. Tulsa kids raise more than $1,700 for local schools with lemonade fundraiser (fox23.com) — Kids in Tulsa just raised more than $1,700 at a Darlington Park lemonade stand to support Tulsa Public Schools amid the district's budget shortfall and possible closures. Their "Sip for Schools" fundraiser benefits the Foundation for Tulsa Schools, and they're now pushing toward a $2,000 goal while inviting more community donations.
2. Tulsa woman says she fought off man who tackled her near LaFortune Park (newson6.com) — A longtime LaFortune Park runner says she fought off a man who tackled her near the park, and Tulsa police later arrested a suspect now held in Tulsa County jail on an assault and battery complaint. She's urging Tulsa residents, especially women, to stay alert, consider self-defense training, and bring companions or protection when exercising outside.
3. Cheap flights to Tulsa: $198 Cash vs 15K-32K Miles in 2026 (mightytravels.com) — If you're planning a 2026 trip to Tulsa, this breakdown shows why paying around $198 cash for midweek flights often beats burning 15,000–32,000 miles, especially around Route 66 Centennial dates. It explains which days, routes, and connection windows unlock the lowest fares into Tulsa International Airport and when it's smarter to drive from Oklahoma City or nearby cities instead.
4. North Texas vs Tulsa Picks and Prediction for Thursday October 1 2026 (picksandparlays.net) — Tulsa football fans will see North Texas visit Skelly Field at H.A. Chapman Stadium on Thursday, Oct. 1, with the Golden Hurricane only slight favorites at home. The article breaks down why oddsmakers view the matchup as nearly even, then recommends betting North Texas +2.5 and the game total going over 58.5 points.
5. Oklahoma Task Force 1 to assist in New Mexico floods (newson6.com) — Tulsa-area members of Oklahoma Task Force 1 are among the swift water rescue crews heading to New Mexico to help with serious flooding. State officials say the teams, equipped with boats and specialized gear, deployed Sunday and could be on duty for up to six days, depending on how long dangerous conditions last.
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