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OKC breaks ground on MAPS 4 Family Justice Center operated by Palomar
Oklahoma City leaders and community members broke ground today on the new MAPS 4 Family Justice Center operated by Palomar. The $42-million facility, funded through MAPS 4, will enable Palomar to continue the ongoing mission of making Oklahoma City a place free from violence.
05/09/2025 1:42 PM
OKC comenzará la construcción del Centro de Justicia Familiar de MAPS 4, operado por Palomar
Líderes de Oklahoma City y miembros de la comunidad celebraron hoy el comienzo de las obras de construcción del nuevo Centro de Justicia Familiar de MAPS 4 (MAPS 4 Family Justice Center), que será operado por Palomar.
05/09/2025 1:38 PM
OKC Parks offering multiple kids' summer camps
Oklahoma City Parks & Recreation has a summer packed with summer camps for students ages 6-17. Camps are already filling up, so be sure to snag your child’s spot. Go to okc.gov/parks and click “Browse Programs.”
05/09/2025 8:30 AM
Oklahoma City’s April sales and use tax summary
Oklahoma City’s April sales and use tax report shows combined General Fund collections were below this month last year and below the combined monthly projection.
05/07/2025 9:47 AM
City of Oklahoma City launches Mobile Integrated Healthcare during Mental Health Awareness Month
City leaders and public safety officials today launched the City of Oklahoma City’s Mobile Integrated Healthcare program during a public event at Oklahoma City Fire Department Station No. 1, 820 NW 5th St.
05/06/2025 4:00 PM
OKC celebrates Bike to Work Day May 16
Cyclists can beat the traffic, get fresh air and enjoy free coffee in Bicentennial Park, 201 N. Walker Ave., from 7:30 to 9 a.m. on Friday, May 16, when they participate in Bike to Work Day.
05/06/2025 12:35 PM
OKC Soccer complex named after former business leader and philanthropist C.B. Cameron
Today, the Oklahoma City Council voted to name a popular OKC Soccer complex after business leader and philanthropist C.B. Cameron. C.B. Cameron and his father, C.W. Cameron, co-founded American Fidelity and First Fidelity Bank. C.B. died in an airplane crash in 1977.
05/06/2025 11:48 AM
Martin Park celebrates 50 years with rededication ceremony, community events
Fifty years after its dedication, Martin Park, 5000 W. Memorial Road, will be rededicated in a public ceremony and meadow planting Saturday, May 10. Visitors of all ages are invited to come help plant native plants at 9 a.m. Saturday, May 10, in the meadow on the northwest corner of the park.
05/06/2025 8:54 AM
Dedication ceremony to honor former OKC City Manager Dr. Terry Childers
Everyone is invited to a dedication to recognize former Oklahoma City Manager Dr. Terry Childers’ contributions to City government and the community. The dedication will be held from 2–3 p.m. on Saturday, May 17, at the Community Health Recreation and Wellness Center, 3748 N. Lincoln Blvd.
04/30/2025 1:12 PM
Town hall planned to discuss proposed development program in historic Capitol Hill
Business owners, residents and community organizers are invited to attend a community meeting to learn about the possibility of creating a new Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district to support development in the historic Capitol Hill area.
04/30/2025 12:47 PM
Key to Home Partnership releases 2025 Point-in-Time data on homelessness, showing slowed growth
Results from the count were released this week by the Key to Home Partnership, reveal a 2.4% increase in homelessness compared to 2024. While an increase in homelessness is disappointing, the number marks a significant slowdown from the 28% increase recorded from 2023 to 2024.
04/30/2025 9:11 AM
Residents can weigh in on OKC’s proposed 2026 budget through May 19
The proposed budget includes funding for 5,090 full-time positions, a decrease of 27 from FY 25. Residents are invited to review a copy of the proposed budget book and submit comments by May 19.
04/29/2025 1:23 PM
New and re-elected Oklahoma City Council members begin 4-year terms
Newly elected Ward 7 Councilman Camal Pennington and Ward 3 Councilwoman Katrina Bedell Avers were sworn in today to four-year terms on the Oklahoma City Council alongside re-elected Ward 4 Councilman Todd Stone and Ward 1 Councilman Bradley Carter.
04/29/2025 10:53 AM
City of Oklahoma City to host hiring event on May 6
People looking for full-time career opportunities in the construction field with Oklahoma City’s Public Works Department are invited to attend a come-and-go hiring event from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Building 3 of the City’s Central Maintenance Facility, 3738 SW 15th St.
04/29/2025 9:37 AM
OKC Code Enforcement hosts community meeting to strengthen neighborhoods
The City of Oklahoma City’s Code Enforcement Division will host a community meeting on Tuesday, April 29, to share tools and resources that help residents improve their neighborhoods and report concerns. The event will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Will Rogers Garden Exhibition Center.
04/29/2025 8:39 AM
Oklahoma City honored as Tree City USA
Oklahoma City has again earned recognition as a Tree City USA for its efforts to protect and plant trees. The Arbor Day Foundation bestows the Tree City USA designation on communities that meet several standards for protecting and planting trees.
04/28/2025 3:40 PM
OKC Police offer town hall on calling 911 and new ways to report crimes
The community is invited to attend a town hall hosted by the Oklahoma City Police Department to learn about 911 and how to report crimes through the department's new online system. The meeting will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 8, at the South OKC Chamber, 701 W I-240 Service Road.
04/24/2025 1:59 PM
OKC celebrates Bike Month in May
May is National Bike Month, and Oklahoma City is inviting everyone to celebrate with fun and educational activities for cyclists of all ages and skill levels.
04/21/2025 11:09 AM
Community Public Safety Advisory Board members recognized for inaugural year of work during reception
Oklahoma City leaders today recognized the Community Public Safety Advisory Board’s first full year of service during a reception at City Hall.
04/16/2025 7:47 AM
Order discounted rain barrels by April 28 to conserve water
People can buy the upcycled 55-gallon rain barrels, starting at $69.50 each, online at okc.gov/RainBarrel. Program participants should specify Oklahoma City as the “Rainbarrel Program City” during online checkout to correctly associate the order with Oklahoma City’s program.
04/14/2025 7:30 AM