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Big Truck Tacos announced it will close from June 29 to July 5 to help speed city street repairs at NW 23rd & North Walker Avenue, and it will reopen on July 6.

Sixth grader Alijah Hardison from I Believe Learners Academy qualifies for the Civics Bee finals and will compete against top middle school students on June 30+ he is studying amendments and the Constitution for a chance to advance to the national competition.

Sen. Brian Schatz urged 15 institutions (including OU) to update repatriation efforts to meet NAGPRA rules.

OU (home to remains at its Sam Noble Museum of Natural History) said it is committed to repatriation and will respond promptly to the inquiry.

Oklahoma has enacted a law providing $1 million to support the new Barbara Weber ALS Grant Program for families battling ALS.

The program will help with specialized equipment and home modifications starting today.

Mending, an ACA insurer offering Marketplace plans in 36 counties, will end coverage at the end of this year and affect roughly 7,000 Oklahomans.

The company will partner with CommunityCare to offer direct primary care options for new plans starting next year (partnership details pending).

Oklahoma won a national baseball title with a 13-2 victory over North Carolina on Monday night in Omaha.

Coach Skip Johnson said that teamwork—including strong plays by Jaxon Willits and Kyle Branch—powered the win, marking the program's first title since 1994.

NFourth Fest 250 Celebration

4-10 p.m. — Reaves Park — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with food trucks, yard games, contests, and live music by prominent artists.

Nike Basketball Skills Camp 2026

9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Young Family Athletic Center — $399 — Enhance your basketball skills with expert coaching in a fun and dynamic environment.

SINGO Night Fundraiser for Boys & Girls Club

6-9 p.m. — The Standard — Free entry • $5 SINGO cards — Enjoy Disney and Classic SINGO while supporting local youth with food, drinks, and prizes.