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Wednesday, September 17th, 2025
Good morning, Broken Arrow. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 17th of September.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Broken Arrow Public Schools added new classroom pods at Rosewood Elementary and Highland Park Elementary to increase classroom capacity for current students and future growth. The district reallocated school bond funds to pay for the pods—future expansions in additional school buildings are planned. News On 6
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State Superintendent Ryan Walters asked all schools to take a moment of silence for Charlie Kirk but many local districts chose not to add extra time for a pause— this decision has led to debate over whether the move might break House Bill 1775. Some parents and community members feel that honoring Kirk supports free speech and expect more discussions on the issue— Walters defended his plan by saying it honors American values. KTUL
- ➤ Yesterday, the State Supreme Court temporarily blocked the new social studies standards—pending a lawsuit by Oklahoma parents and religious leaders challenging the content—and ordered the 2019 standards to remain in place until further notice. News On 6
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Tulsa County Board of County Commissioners awarded over $4.5M from an opioid settlement to 16 local groups to fight addiction and boost recovery programs. Two mothers who lost sons to overdoses shared hope that the funding—used for treatment and support—will save lives in the future. News On 6
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Broken Arrow Rose Festival
Various times — Broken Arrow Performing Arts Center — Free entry — Celebrate the beauty of roses with family-friendly activities and vibrant festivities.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you.
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