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Hi Tulsa, hope you’re having a great weekend!

In today’s in-case-you-missed-it edition: A new trailhead, a space test center, and Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live + the top stories from this week & a sneak peek at next week.

Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Tulsa protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.

📰 Most-clicked stories this week

New outdoor gateway coming: Owasso plans its first true trailhead at Ranch Creek, nearly 200 acres that could connect to other parks. Some trails may open soon, with more after studies and a master plan — see what’s planned and when.

Oklahoma stakes space claim: Construction has begun on the Tulsa Space Test Center by Agile Space Industries to test rocket engines. It will support NASA and defense work and bring aerospace jobs to Tulsa — get all the details.

Easier access to nutritious food: Food On The Move expanded its grocery bag program, adding protein, dairy, shelf‑stable items and fresh produce after last year’s SNAP challenges. Volunteers packed 300 bags to help Tulsa families — see what’s in the bags.

Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.

Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.

All the crowd favorites:

• Experience The Great Benjamins Circus live
• Celebrate California coastal cuisine and wines
• Sip wine while crafting whimsical windchimes
• Save on self-care during the CVS Epic Beauty Sale

🏆 Gold and silver are heating up

Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold

Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.

While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.

If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.

It’s free and worth reading before the next move.

🫶 This week’s top finds

Small plates, big win: Oren keeps weeknights lively with seasonal, Mediterranean-leaning plates made for sharing, a tight wine list, and unfussy cocktails. Think neighborhood hideout that quietly saves dinner plans… cozy enough for a catch-up, dialed-in enough to feel special.

Route 66 vintage fix: Bad Penny pairs vintage and upcycled apparel with artsy jewelry, quirky homewares, and giftable finds, right in the Meadow Gold District’s 66 Collective. Expect sustainable vibes, Tulsa flavor, and plenty of “wait, I need this” moments for your closet craving history.

Treasure hunt, Tulsa-style: I-44 Antique Mall fills 9,000 square feet with 50 dealers, from Frankoma pottery and Depression glass to oil-and-gas signs, art, and eras spanning Victorian to Art Deco, plus quirky medical and dental curios. A quick look often becomes a victory lap for your shelves.

Thinning hair? It only gets worse: A few months ago, I noticed my ponytail getting thinner. I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, etc.) but mostly just hoped it would fix itself… until I learned that active follicles can permanently go dormant if you don’t do something about it. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn more about my favorite online options here.

📆 Sneak peek at next week

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🏥 Giveback Night @ Pub W (Tulsa) | Monday (3/9) at 6:00 PM – This giveback night turns your weeknight dinner into a small but mighty donation to Saint Francis Children’s Hospital. Order your usual, dine in or take it to-go, and 10% goes to the kids. Minimal effort, maximum goodwill, zero dishes.

🎪 Under the Big Top @ Plaza Santa Cecilia | Thursday (3/12) at 7:30 PM – The Great Benjamins Circus brings an all-new show under the big top at Plaza Santa Cecilia, with aerialists, jugglers, and a roaring motorbike cage. Grab early bird buy-one-get-one tickets with code bogo26, and let the kids think you’re the fun parent.

☘ Tulsa IrishFest 2026 @ Cabin Boys Brewery | Friday (3/13) at 5:00 PM – This St. Patrick’s season, skip the green-beer circus and do the good stuff instead, with live Irish music, culture, rugby, kid activities, vendors, and real food and drink. It is polished, lively, and built for locals who like quality over chaos.

🛍 TFM’s Winter Market @ Kendall Whittier District | Saturday (3/14) at 8:00 AM – TFM’s Winter Market is keeping the good stuff coming with honey, pecans, gourmet mushrooms, baked goods, and meats aplenty, beef, pork, chicken, lamb, and yes, goat. Layer up, stroll the stalls, and stock the pantry while actually meeting the folks who made it.

🧾 2026 Spring Shredding Party @ Accent Realtors | Saturday (3/14) at 12:00 PM – Spring cleaning just got satisfying. Swing by 46th and Harvard for free, on-site document shredding with no box limits from Accent Realtors, then reward yourself with a hot dog. Toss the 2009 tax returns, maybe win a Southwood gift card, and support Little Light House.

🔥 Classics V: Stravinsky’s The Firebird @ Tulsa Performing Arts Center | Saturday (3/14) at 7:30 PM – Whether you’ve been humming Firebird since vinyl or just need an excuse to sit still, the symphony’s bringing Stravinsky’s Firebird Suite, Ravel’s Alborada del gracioso, and Amy Beach’s Gaelic Symphony, with guest conductor Michelle Merrill. Season tickets are live, singles coming soon.

🚛 Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow-N-Fire @ BOK Center | Sunday (3/15) at 2:30 PM – Grab the kids, the earplugs, and your inner eight-year-old for Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow-N-Fire. It’s giant, glowing trucks doing wild stunts with flames, like your childhood carpet races got a pyrotechnics budget. Loud, over the top, and oddly wholesome. Perfect family night.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

🔥 Worth a peek

We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.

• Industry-leading home warranty protection ($150 off right now)
• This free tool helps connect you with the right financial advisor
• 62+? See how much tax-free cash your home could unlock → free calculator
• Got debt? You may be able to pay less than you owe
• Protect your pet from disaster with this pet insurance plan
• You can own physical gold and silver in your retirement account

📻 Tulsa report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 72°F – Low: 53°F – Precip: 0%

Patchy fog before 9am. Sunny, with a high near 72. Southwest wind 0 to 10 mph. Later: Clear, with a low around 53. South wind 5 to 10 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 84°F – Low: 66°F – Precip: 3%

Sunny, with a high near 84. South wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 66. South wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.

Someone Googled you this week 👀

It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.

Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.

Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.

Most popular house this week

This 6-bed, 9-bath estate pairs vaulted living spaces with a gourmet kitchen of marble counters and white oak floors, plus a butler’s pantry to formal dining. Smart touchpad controls power the theatre and a primary suite with wet bar and Jacuzzi tub. Outside, an infinity pool, hot tub, pool house, and outdoor kitchen impress beside The Oaks Country Club.

Take a peek inside →