Bank of America Cardholders to Enjoy Tulsa Museums
Experiencing culture and recreation is more fun and affordable this summer with Bank of America’s Museum on Us program on Aug. 1 and 2. The program offers Bank of America cardholders free access to arts, cultural and educational experiences the first full weekend of each month through 2010. As part of Museums on Us, now in season 12, more than 120 leading cultural institutions across the United States, including museums, historical sites, science centers and zoos, open their doors for free to Bank of America cardholders. Gilcrease Museum and the Philbrook Museum of Art will be opened to Tulsa Bank of America cardholders. Upcoming weekends include: Sept. 5-6, Oct. 3-4, and Nov. 7-8.
Jessica Pitman: Small Town Girl with Big City Heart
Jessica Pitman was raised in Bixby, Okla., so it is no wonder she feels right at home as the Bixby Chamber of Commerce Events and Programs Coordinator.
Pitman graduated from Bixby High School in 2000 and went on to attend Oklahoma State University, both at the Stillwater and Tulsa campuses. She received her bachelor’s degree in marketing with a minor in management.
Tulsa Mayoral Race Begins to Take Shape
The announcement of Tulsa Mayor Kathy Taylor’s decision not to run for re-election set off a firestorm of rumors and speculation of possible candidates for the upcoming race in the fall. Some of the rumors have come to fruition as candidates begin to emerge, announcing their intentions to seek the office for the next mayor of Tulsa. By the end of the filling date a virtual stampede of office seekers had ensued.
Grants Awarded to Tulsa Parks
Three federal grants totaling more than $1.6 million have been approved by the Oklahoma Department of Transportation () for improvements to the John Hope Franklin Reconciliation Park and for two Tulsa trails.
AT&T CNG Vehicles Announced
Oklahoma House Speaker Chris Benge, other local lawmakers and AT&T’s Bryan Gonterman recently announced that AT&T-Oklahoma plans to roll out a fleet of at least 30 Compressed Natural Gas () vehicles this year in part because of recently approved tax incentives developed by Benge.
Leading Ladies:
The Tulsa Chapter of the Association for Women in Communications sponsored the annual Newsmaker Awards luncheon recently at Southern Hills Country Club. The theme for this year’s awards luncheon was “Shaping our Legacy.”
Bike MS Rides to Route 66
OFFICIALLY STRONG: The Oklahoma Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society announced that the Bike MS Oklahoma Ride has been named the Official Route 66 Bike Ride in Oklahoma.
Tulsa County Creates Stars
We’ve often heard how sometimes bad things happen to good people. With kids, sometimes good kids come from a bad place. Before they ever get really started on a life of opportunities they are robbed of the chance.
Jenks and Tulsa Share Smart Futures
Tulsa’s downtown urban core and Jenks’ thriving suburban community share common ground through smart growth principles. Tulsa’s One Place development will lead the way in the metropolis’ urban renaissance, while Jenks’ Village on Main redefines suburban living. Private developers Bob Eggleston and Duane Phillips share similarities in their building design but with a different lifestyle focus.
Tulsa Mayoral Race Taking Shape
The announcement of Tulsa Mayor Kathy Taylor’s decision not to run for re-election set off a firestorm of rumors and speculation of possible candidates for the upcoming race in the fall. Some of the rumors have come to fruition as candidates begin to emerge, announcing their intentions to seek the office for the next mayor of Tulsa. By the end of the filling date a virtual stampede of office seekers had ensued.
Chris Guglielmo: Working Toward a Promising Future
Chris Guglielmo, co-crew leader of Tulsa’s Young Professional’s Ambassador Crew, is actively involved in all things Tulsa. Guglielmo is a native of Tulsa. He attended Tulsa Public Schools, is an alum of Booker T. Washington High School and went on to attend the University of Tulsa.
Talented Tulsans Win 25th Harwelden Awards
The Arts and Humanities Council of Tulsa recently celebrated the 25th anniversary of the Harwelden Awards, established in 1984 to honor individuals and organizations that have been exemplary advocates and supporters of the arts in our community.
New BAPS PAC Now Open
The City of Broken Arrow celebrated the completion of The Broken Arrow Performing Arts Center on May 26. To commemorate the event a ribbon cutting ceremony was held where the superintendent of Broken Arrow Public Schools, Dr. Gary Gerber, did the honors.
Mayor Kathy Taylor Receives State’s Pro Patria Award
On Saturday, June 27, 2009, Tulsa Mayor Kathy Taylor was awarded Oklahoma’s ‘Pro Patria Award.’ Brigadier General (Ret) Gary Bray, Chair of the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Committee () of Oklahoma, presented the award at a military awards banquet in Oklahoma City at 6 p.m. at the Oklahoma City Marriott, 3233 NW Expressway.
Mayor Kathy Taylor Announces House Approval of Federal Appropriations for TPD
Taylor Announces House Approval of Federal Appropriations for
The United States House of Representatives on Thursday, June 18, passed the FY10 Commerce, Justice, Science Appropriations Bill that will serve to assist local law enforcement and crime prevention by providing federal funding to related programs of merit and need.
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