Good morning, Broken Arrow.

Oklahoma Superintendent Lindel Fields pitched an idea to add 15 days to the public school calendar to meet a 180-day standard, but the proposal still needs legislative support.

Some lawmakers and educators argued the plan might distract from addressing more urgent needs and would increase costs for each student.

On Thursday, the Oklahoma City Thunder’s Book Bus visited two Broken Arrow elementary schools to bring books and encourage reading among students — the event promoted local education and community engagement.

Child care providers in Broken Arrow remain uncertain about the subsidy program as temporary policies from the Oklahoma Department of Human Services continue after the government reopened.

St. Luke's Children's Center, which serves about 500 children across three locations, said an economic boom has strained available care slots in an area already called a child care desert.

Oklahoma daycare owners said the state will keep the $5-a-day subsidy cut for school-age children, which they say will hurt families who rely on after-school care—providers warn that without enough funding, parents will have to find new care options.

The Oklahoma Department of Human Services said it is reviewing the subsidy program while affected centers face a tough future.

Equine herpesvirus has led to the closure of the Broken Arrow Round Up Club as experts warn that horses with respiratory signs may face severe symptoms — the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture is monitoring two cases and has set guidelines for interstate horse travel.

Many restaurant chains will be open on Thanksgiving Day, including Applebee’s, Cracker Barrel, and Denny’s—offering a mix of traditional meals and fast-food options for residents.

Customers should call ahead to confirm hours as some locations offer special holiday menus.

AutismOklahoma Adult Mix & Mingle Masterpieces

5-7 p.m. — Gracefully Glazed Pottery Painting Studio — Free event — Connect with the community in a low stress environment focused on adult socialization and creativity.

Rudolph Run

8:30 AM – 2:30 PM — Fleet Feet Broken Arrow — Registration required — Celebrate the holiday spirit with a family-friendly run in Broken Arrow's Rose District.