Good morning, Broken Arrow.

A group of 67 Oklahoma veterans flew from Tulsa to Washington, D.C.—receiving a police escort, private tour, and a visit from Representative Mullin—to see monuments honoring their service through the Oklahoma Warriors Honor Flight.

The trip gave veterans a heartfelt chance to reflect on their past and celebrate their contributions.

The Oklahoma Supreme Court ordered State Superintendent Lindel Fields to decide by Oct 28 if he will continue a mandate that requires Bible lessons in schools.

The court set a 5 p.m. deadline for the decision to be made.

Local health care providers like Morton Comprehensive Health Services and Family and Children's Services are watching for payment delays as the federal shutdown continues.

Morton said it is not affected yet but warned that ongoing delays may soon strain services for vulnerable patients, while Family and Children's Services expects growing disruptions to affect support programs.

Today, Our Blood Institute is asking local residents to donate blood as a shortage has forced hospitals to outsource supplies from the east coast — the organization especially urges those with Type O blood to help save lives.

The Tulsa branch of our Blood Institute is shipping blood from the East Coast because local donations have not met the need of 50 hospitals—officials said the goal of 1,200 daily donations remains unmet while O-negative blood is most needed.

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.

Christmas Kickoff Celebration

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Rose District Plaza — Free entry — Experience the magic of the holiday season with tree lighting, live music, and festive performances.