Tulsa, OK News Roundup (7/16/25)

Early tick and mosquito surge: Oklahoma’s milder winter and heavy rains have triggered earlier mosquito emergence and increased tick activity, raising the threat of illnesses like West Nile virus and STARI — find out how to protect yourself.

Five years of mutual aid: Tulsa Food Not Bombs has served over 30,000 meals and essential supplies to neighbors in need, operating outside nonprofit structures and city constraints — find out how they sustain it.

Historic Hawk Dairy reborn: The century-old Tulsa landmark is set to be transformed into a 100-room hotel, balancing preservation with contemporary design — find out what’s next.

From peaches to waterfalls: Explore easy day trips around Tulsa this July, from the Porter Peach Festival and Peach Barn treats to Natural Falls’ 77-foot cascade and the roadside Blue Whale — find out.

Samurai armor at Philbrook: Nearly 80 suits, helmets and horse armor spanning nine centuries are on view at Tulsa’s Philbrook Museum through Aug. 3, alongside a companion Japonisme exhibit and special Samurai Week performances and workshops — find out more.

Over 400 Maltese rescued: The Humane Society of Tulsa has saved more than 400 Maltese dogs from a Stroud business and is asking for community support to care for and rehome them — find out how to help.

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