Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of October.
Good morning, Stillwater.
Stillwater nonprofits report they might lose federal funding by Saturday due to an upcoming government deadline—Project HEART, which serves seniors, is planning changes to keep meal services running.
The groups are adjusting their programs to help as many locals as possible during the funding gap.
A hot-water line failure in Allen Hall caused flooding & activated fire alarms on Thursday after 5 p.m. following a planned water outage, and residents relocated with assistance from Housing and Residential staff while Facilities Management repaired the line and a remediation team dried affected areas.
The government shutdown continues into its fourth week and will cause SNAP benefits for nearly 17% of Oklahomans to be suspended on Saturday, Nov.1 — about 686,800 residents will be affected as local food banks mobilize to help families in need.
Food assistance groups are preparing to support those who lose critical benefits when the payments end.
The Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma is preparing to assist local neighbors as a federal government shutdown may delay SNAP benefits starting November 1.
The organization has increased food supplies for its 1,300 partners — helping nearly 700,000 people get food assistance while funding is delayed.
The Regional Food Bank is sourcing extra food to help neighbors when federal SNAP benefits may be delayed starting Nov.
1 — its 1,300 partner agencies are set to support nearly 700,000 people in need.
Trunk or Treat at Stillwater Medical
6-8 p.m. — Stillwater Medical Plaza — Free entry — No tricks, just treats during a fun drive-thru trick-or-treating evening.
Hoffman Farms Pecan Festival
All day — Hoffman Pecan Farm — Free entry — Celebrate the season with fresh pecans, food trucks, and local vendors showcasing unique products.
Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis
3:00–6:00 p.m. — McKnight Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets available — Experience the world's premier big band led by jazz legend Wynton Marsalis.
Pecos & The Rooftops Live Concert
9:30-11:30 p.m. — Tumbleweed Dancehall & Concert Venue — All ages welcome — Enjoy a night of live country tunes and dancing with Pecos and the Rooftops.
Downtown Stillwater Holiday Open House
1-5 p.m. — Downtown Stillwater Association — Free entry — Explore unique boutiques and enjoy great sales this holiday season.
Lexi Kilfoyl Softball Pitching Camp
9 a.m.-11 p.m. — Cowgirl Stadium — Price not listed — Enhance your pitching skills with expert guidance and personalized drills.
A Red Dirt Rangers Friendsgiving Concert
7 p.m.-1 a.m. — Stonecloud Stillwater Patio & Taproom — Celebrate community and music — Experience a beloved local band’s blend of storytelling and Red Dirt sound at a friends-themed concert.
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