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Broken Arrow
Friday, May 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Broken Arrow. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 2nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sandfest, a volleyball tournament organized by Trace Weldon, will be held on May 17-18 to raise funds for The Little Light House, which offers free education and therapy to families with special needs. The event, started 18 years ago and now drawing over 40 teams in adult and junior divisions, aims to keep entry fees low to encourage community service (a strategy that helps boost local participation). KRMG News
- ➤ Oklahoma fisherman Bryan Baker set a state record by catching a bighead carp that weighed 118 pounds 10 ounces—while local officials issued flood warnings for Broken Arrow and nearby areas, noting moderate flooding may persist despite the heavy rains ending. Residents are advised to avoid flooded roads as water levels remain high. FOX23
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Broken Arrow Police Chief Lance Arnold said that after a month of grace to educate the public and dealerships, his department enforced a full crackdown on expired paper tags on Thursday, May 1st—targeting cases where criminals used the tags to hide their true identities. Officers made case-by-case decisions on whether to issue warnings or impound vehicles. FOX23
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Baby Goats & Beer at The Nook Brewing
3-8 p.m. — The Nook Brewing Company — $25 per ticket — Enjoy family fun with goat interactions and a complimentary beer.
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Turkish Food and Art Festival
11 AM-7 PM — Raindrop Turkish House — Free entry — Experience the vibrant flavors and rich culture of Turkey with food and art displays.
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Rooster Days Festival 2025
May 15-18 — Central Park Community Center — Free entry — Celebrate over 90 years of small-town traditions with fun and festivities in Broken Arrow.
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May Roller Derby Double Header
5-9 p.m. — Rhema Ninowski Recreation Center — Refunds up to 7 days before event — Enjoy thrilling roller derby action featuring Roadkill Rollers and Roughneck Roller Derby.
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