The OKC Zoo returned several head‑started alligator snapping turtles to Oklahoma waterways as part of a long‑running hatchery program to rebuild wild populations.

A bobcat was spotted Friday near NW 122nd and Rockwell in northwest Oklahoma City, prompting neighbors to bring pets inside while officials offer safety tips.

Demolition crews have started removing the Woodson Pool as the city prepares to build a MAPS 4 youth center at Woodson Park. The facility will be run by the Boys & Girls Clubs.

OKC Parks is closing most indoor facilities from Jan. 23-25 due to severe winter weather, excluding the Willa D. Johnson Recreation Center and Will Rogers Senior Center, which are open Friday only.

Lee West Park's reopening on January 19 features a refurbished basketball court, accessibility-focused playgrounds, and forthcoming splash pad, funded by Lawton's Capital Improvement Program.

Mocine Park in Lawton is being renovated with modern, safe play equipment, as part of the city's 2040 Capital Improvement Plan, aiming for completion by year-end or early 2026.

Oklahoma's dove hunting season begins with improved conditions and a 27% population increase, as reported by ODWC, promising a successful season for hunters.

Will, a 22-year-old grizzly bear at the Oklahoma City Zoo, was euthanized due to health issues, including spinal disease.

The Oklahoma City Zoo offers free admission to celebrate the OKC Thunder's NBA Championship, alongside free shuttle services and local business promotions.

Oxley Nature Center in Tulsa introduced all-terrain track chairs to aid visitors with mobility challenges, enhancing trail accessibility with the support of local donations.

Photographic evidence shows that mountain lions are potentially establishing a breeding population in Oklahoma, with sightings of females with kittens in Osage and Cimarron Counties.

OKC Parks has closed its indoor recreation centers on January 9, but outdoor parks and spaces like Martin Park Nature Center and Will Rogers Gardens remain open.

Oklahoma City's indoor recreation facilities are closing for annual maintenance and cleaning from Dec. 23, 2019, to Jan. 3, 2020, affecting centers like Will Rogers Senior Center and Macklanburg Community Center. Outdoor parks will remain open.