Advocates say the official count of Oklahoma households in poverty fails to account for many others who can’t afford basic needs.
Author Archives: Kimberly Marsh
Kimberly Marsh is the general assignment reporter for The Oklahoma Eagle. Kim’s experience spans decades of dedicated journalism and public affairs across Oklahoma. From starting her career as a typesetter for the Tahlequah Pictorial Press to reporting for the Tulsa Daily Business Journal, Journal Record and Tulsa Tribune, to serving as the communications director and press secretary to four mayors, Kim’s dedication to keeping Oklahomans informed continues in her current role, where she is focusing on uplifting Tulsans and community-centered journalism.
Posted inSchools & Families
NBA grant powers Crutcher Foundation’s expansion of youth leadership program
Thirteen students were selected for the first teen ambassador council, which will speak directly to lawmakers about youth issues.
Posted inNorth Tulsa
Five months in, north Tulsa’s Grocery Box has become an oasis in a food desert
The small-scale, full-service store has already exceeded $95,000 in sales and has become a safe space for residents.
Posted inThe Oklahoma Eagle
Tulsa first responders study collision of mental health and homelessness amid Stitt’s camp sweeps
A world-renowned clinical psychologist brought his training on anosognosia to Tulsa.
Posted inGovernment
Oklahoma troopers clear 64 homeless encampments; aim to finish by Tuesday
Oklahoma Highway Patrol says its controversial encampment sweeps, ordered by Gov. Kevin Stitt, will wrap by Tuesday.
Posted inGovernment
Tulsa officials to host town hall on transparency issues with Greenwood Legacy Corp.
Years of delays and questions over the revitalization of 56 acres in Greenwood have culminated in a town hall Monday.
Posted inGovernment
Tulsa mayor says governor’s homelessness plan is interfering with city’s progress
Mayor Monroe Nichols said service providers are still working to get 300 people into housing in the next year.
Posted inThe Oklahoma Eagle
How New Orleans evacuees found a new life in Tulsa after Hurricane Katrina
“I will always remember the vacant looks on their faces …the fear of where they were.”
Posted inGovernment
Jail or shelter: Tulsa homeless advocates push back on governor’s attempt to clear encampments
“We agree that something must be done about homelessness in Tulsa and OKC. But this is not the answer,” BeHeard posted Friday.
Posted inCulture
How Tony Williams became Mr. Greenwood and his hopes for 918 Day
Carrying the title of Mr. Greenwood has been a source of pride and added responsibility for Tony Williams.
Posted inThe Oklahoma Eagle
Opportunity to thrive: North Tulsa’s Phoenix at 36N opens to first residents
The $210 million Envision Comanche community is the largest investment in public housing in Tulsa’s history.
Posted inGovernment
Tulsa’s Sustainability Task Force launching five-meeting series across city
The Aug. 28 meeting kicks off the process that will run through the end of September. Residents can also take an online survey.