The Del City Police Department used Facebook to invite people to consider a law enforcement career in their recruitment post, highlighting benefits such as non-sick leave and encouraging certified officers to apply.

Oklahoma City officials remind residents of the ban on fireworks within city limits and stress safety, providing a hotline for reporting illegal fireworks use.

Yukon adjusts public services for New Year's Day, with closures and shifted trash pickup from January 1-4, 2026, as shared by the city government on social media.

Allegiant Airlines announces nonstop flights from Oklahoma City to Gulf Shores starting May 22, 2026, with fares from $49.

Norman, Oklahoma, began a new affordable housing project with community partners, emphasizing creating debt-free homes and addressing a 9,000-unit shortfall.

Tulsa launched "Safe Move Tulsa” to end street homelessness, housed 25 people, and plans to help 300+ in nine months, involving community partnerships and mixed funding sources.

Norman partners with IncDev for a lecture on small-scale development, featuring Eric Kronberg. Aimed at strengthening urban planning, it's free with pre-registration advised.

Senator Adam Pugh sponsors Senate Bill 1189 to secure $50 million annually for school safety in Oklahoma, promoting enhancements like resource officers and advanced locks.

McMahon Auditorium upgrades continue with completed outer walls and new windows, as interior framing progresses. Lobby renovations and elevator installation are part of the project aiming for an April 2026 completion.

Tulsa expands its Route 66 facade grant to include buildings constructed before 1980, increasing funding for exterior restorations to promote heritage tourism.

Oklahoma lawmakers visited Broken Arrow to connect with local leaders and address community issues such as education, economic development, and mental health services.

Louisiana Economic Development won the Best-in-Show award from SEDC for its Super Bowl LIX communication work, celebrated at a conference attended by professionals from across the American South.

A renovated home by the Lawton Urban Homesteading Authority is on sale for $139,000 after city-backed rehabilitation using HUD funds. The sale is to recover investments and comply with federal regulations.