Tulsa Ports says employment is nearly back to pre-pandemic levels ahead of new investments, including the controversial Inola smelter proposal.
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Greenwood’s historic buildings to get $650K upgrade thanks to federal grant
It’s the fourth time the National Park Service has given Greenwood funds to restore commercial buildings on Black Wall Street. Leaders say they need more dollars.
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Oasis planned to open a downtown grocery store in June. Tariffs and delays keep pushing it back.
Oasis Fresh Market had its eyes on a June opening date. That goal has moved back to mid-September due to tariffs, building codes and shipping obstacles.
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This Tulsa group is helping women rebuild their lives after incarceration
Joining the Center for Employment Opportunities has given Tulsans a new lease on life after incarceration. That’s exactly what the program seeks to accomplish.
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At this annual conference, Tulsa Latinas take center stage
More than 200 women packed the fourth annual Tulsa Latina Leadership Conference to gain confidence and overcome barriers in their professional lives.
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Take 2 Café celebrates 10 years with new location and bigger space in downtown Tulsa
The café, which will soon open inside the Palace Building, employs formerly incarcerated women and offers housing, addiction treatment and therapy.
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After a year-long learning curve, Greenwood seeks to improve free Tulsa concert series in 2027
Historic Greenwood was one of 66 organizations nationwide awarded a three-year grant to put on free outdoor concerts. Officials say they’re still making progress.
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Tulsa’s data center moratorium expires this year. Here’s what might be next.
Tulsa planners are taking a close look at where data centers can be built, how far back they must be from homes and more. The moratorium lasts until Dec. 31 but could be extended.
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Staffing issues and instability lead Prism Cafe to take hiatus three years after opening
Prism Cafe has served customers from its location in The Heights since 2023. But owner Aimee Hunter says a shifting industry means it’s time to walk away — for now.
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AI is changing how Tulsa businesses advertise. Local designers aren’t giving up.
Tulsa businesses are increasingly turning to AI to create social media ads and more. Customers are noticing, as are the designers who are losing out on paid work.
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New Tulsa recovery house wants to ‘be that bridge’ for people seeking sobriety
Thrive Transitional Housing says tenants at its new sober living house will be more than a “head in a bed” as they get connected with employment, transportation and mental health services.
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‘Nobody should be alone’: Doula brings holistic birthing wellness center to north Tulsa
Rose Hurd remembers feeling alone and uninformed when she gave birth at age 16. That moment would eventually lead her to open With Love Births.