Good morning, Broken Arrow.

RC enthusiasts gathered today at the Tulsa Glue Dobbers' annual Warbirds Over Tulsa event at Grant Wilson Field on South Lynn Lane Road in Broken Arrow.

Spectators are invited to watch the flights while pilots from local and neighboring states must have an Academy of Model Aeronautics membership and pay a $20 landing fee—ensuring a safe and organized display.

Clyde Thompson, a local dog trainer with more than 15 years experience, said that after park attacks proper training allows pets to offer an extra layer of security—by using their natural instincts.

On Friday, funeral services and a procession were held for Broken Arrow police recruit Franklin David Leinen, a 40-year-old Army veteran, husband and father who passed away last month during physical training after a medical emergency.

First Baptist Church was where community members and first responders honored his service — a tribute to his dedication and sacrifice.

On October 2, Governor Kevin Stitt announced a turnaround team of seven education experts to improve transparency at the state board.

The group includes Connie Reilly from the office of Educational Quality and Accountability, Kristin Stephens of Tulsa Public Schools, Broken Arrow Public Schools communications chief Tera Thompson, Metro Tech’s Romex Muex-Pullen, former education secretary Nellie Sanders, OU professor Dan Hamlin, and his chief Tom Newell—this move aims to revamp the board.

Oklahoma biologists captured and banded Canada geese during their summer molt to track migration patterns, monitor population trends, and support wildlife management—an effort coordinated with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

The banding data helps researchers follow geese sightings across multiple states.

The Oklahoma Department of Transportation hired Boomer Environmental for a rapid cleanup of homeless camps during Operation SAFE and billed $545,680 for a two-week project — including over $93,000 in travel charges despite having contractors closer by.

The contract, renewed since 2021, shows steep increases in tractor-trailer rental fees and long workdays for the cleanup staff.

Governor Kevin Stitt announced that departing board members Zach Archer and Sarah Lepak have been replaced by Brian Bobek and Wes Nofire on the State Board of Education.

Bobek directs the Governor's Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives and Nofire, a former Native American liaison, joins the board to support its focus on transparency, accountability and excellence—key priorities for education.

Woodcarving & Folk Arts Festival

All day — Central Park Community Center — Admission varies — Discover the art of woodcarving and folk arts at this annual community festival in Broken Arrow.