Hello from The Pickup World Headquarters, where the water cooler chatter has been minimal this week. Mostly we’ve been looking inward, as we’ve been reading your responses to our recently closed first reader survey. We got some good feedback from you all as to when you want to hear from us and how often, so in the coming weeks you can expect us to make a few minor adjustments to our weekly programming schedule. More on that as it develops!
In the meantime, here are the local stories we’re watching at the moment.
Tulsa News
- “Giiirl, it’s WILD.” New documents shed light on TPS leadership’s handling of the Devin Fletcher embezzlement scandal.
- New Equality Indicators report for 2024 shows Tulsa’s improved scores in education, economic opportunity, housing, and services, with declines in justice and public health.
- Tom Cole and Susan Collins make a visit to Tulsa Educare, meet with George Kaiser.
- You gotta check out these extremely spooky photos from inside the abandoned Promenade Mall.
- Community Craft is now open in Kendall Whittier; swing through for craft supplies, classes and handmade goods.
State & Regional News
- Anti-homelessness legislation is on the rise as the president of the Tulsa Housing Authority warns of a “mass eviction” event.
- State House minority leader Cyndi Munson is running for governor.
- Kevin Stitt, state house both scrutinizing Mental Health Department as it faces $43M deficit.
- The No. 1 seed Oklahoma City Thunder playoff campaign kicks off Sunday night. John Hollinger of The Athletic picked OKC to win this year’s NBA Championship: “Get used to it, because this could be the first of several.”
- Gentner Drummond, OKC sued by feds over a particularly gnarly use-of-force incident.
- Trump’s China tariffs endanger OKC water bottle maker that employs 115.
Jobs and Opportunities
- Kitchen 66 is now accepting applicants for its summer launch program
- JusticeLink is seeking an employment navigator | Full-time | Salary $52,000-$56,000
- The American Song Archives are looking for a graphic designer and an archivist | Full-time | Salary $50,000 - $65,000
- Greenwood Rising seeks an executive assistant | Full-time | Salary $41,500.00 - $45,000.00
- Youth Services of Tulsa is looking to fill several positions, including an employment and education coordinator and a housing coordinator | Various | Not listed
