The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers plans to begin construction in 2027 to repair sections of the levees and protect west Tulsa from extensive flooding.
Tag: Environment
Posted inNews
New report ranks Tulsa among worst cities in the country for ozone pollution
Tulsa County received an F for ozone air pollution and a C for particle pollution. A forecasted El Niño could make things worse this summer.
Posted inNews
Playgrounds for all: Tulsa to celebrate opening of third inclusive playground
Bales Park is Tulsa’s third inclusive playground, featuring an array of offerings to accommodate all kids, especially with those with disabilities. Here’s what you can find.
Posted inGovernment
Amid concern over Reworld plan, Oklahoma lawmakers shut the door on stricter waste regulations
Tulsans have voiced concerns about burning medical waste at the Reworld plant. The bill would have subjected the plant to stricter requirements.
Posted inNorth Tulsa
Neighbors blame city sidewalk project for damaging 100-year-old Tulsa trees
Tulsa Heights residents say a sidewalk project has claimed an iconic oak tree. Now, city officials are promising action to avoid further damage.
Posted inNews
Dozens of Tulsans show up to speak out against plan to burn medical waste
Residents are concerned with possible impacts to air quality and health dangers of incinerating industrial and medical waste.
Posted inBusiness
Tulsans push back on Reworld’s plan to burn medical waste
The waste company wants to burn medical waste at its west Tulsa site.