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All playgrounds and sport courts in Oklahoma City have been ordered closed to stop the spread of COVID-19, but reports continue to pour in of parents and children ignoring the closures and even removing signs and barriers. “Closing playgrounds is one of the most painful decisions our City has made during the coronavirus pandemic, but public health officials tell us it’s critical to save lives,” said OKC Parks Director Doug Kupper.
By press release
Apr 1, 2020
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Modified schedule starts April 5 to preserve access to essential services
EMBARK continues to provide service throughout Greater Oklahoma City during the extraordinary challenges threatening the health and well-being of the community.
By press release
Mar 31, 2020
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For over 40 years, Oklahoma Gazette has proudly focused on arts, entertainment, live music, and events.
By Peter Brzycki
Mar 18, 2020
Metro
In an effort to limit social interactions and the spread of COVID-19, Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt announced Tuesday at a news conference at Oklahoma City-County Health Department that bars, gyms and exercise facilities, theaters, and mall food courts as well as Remington Park's gaming area must close from 12:01 a.m. Wednesday through April 12.
By Brittany Pickering
Mar 17, 2020
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In response to public health concerns regarding COVID-19, the museum is closed starting March 17.
In support of the nationwide effort to contain the spread of COVID-19, and in accordance with recommendations from local and national health officials, the Museum will be closed to the public effective March 17, 2020.
By press release
Mar 17, 2020
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In an effort to protect the health of employees, guests and our extended community, Science Museum Oklahoma will temporarily close to the public beginning on Sunday, March 15, through the end of March. The museum tentatively plans to reopen to the public on April 1, however guests are encouraged to visit the museum's website for updates.
By press release
Mar 17, 2020
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Stay up-to-date with the OKC Zoo through digital platforms, interactive animal wellness exams, more
Despite its temporary closure this spring break due to the unprecedented public health response related to COVID-19 (coronavirus), the Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden remains committed to its conservation education mission and, in that spirit, is going virtual! This includes interactive animal wellness exams, St. Patrick’s Day animal enrichment, engaging at-home conservation projects for families plus a new digital series in development (details coming soon).
By press release
Mar 17, 2020
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March 15, Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt announced that he expects to sign a proclamation of a state of emergency for the city today due to COVID-19. “Limiting close personal contact is our only real tool of mitigation, and on the advice of public health officials, and with the confirmation of local spread, we feel it is now time to do more,” said Mayor Holt.
By Brittany Pickering
Mar 16, 2020
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OKCPS invites community input, mayor David Holt gives the State of the City address and OU students stand their ground.
CITY
Public school future
By Miguel Rios
Mar 6, 2020
Metro
With a burger joint and a bar finishing up their respective build-outs, almost every food and drink tenant at Edmond Railyard is open.
Chris Anderson and Casey Massegee, Grant Group principals, got tired of having to travel south with their friends and families for unique, local eateries, so they decided to create a venue for those places at Edmond Railyard.
By Miguel Rios
Feb 6, 2020
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About 250 volunteers combed streets, shelters, libraries, meal sites and helped host a youth event for the city’s annual Point in Time Count of people experiencing homelessness.
When D’Metryus Lacopo, 24, got an apartment with his husband in December, it was a major triumph.
By Miguel Rios and Mollie Bryant
Jan 29, 2020
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