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September 18, 2013
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13 killed in Washington shooting rampage

A defense contractor employee went on a shooting rampage Monday inside a building at the heavily secured Washington Navy Yard, spraying bullets in the hallways and firing from a balcony onto office workers in an atrium below, authorities and witnesses said. Thirteen people were killed, including the gunman.

 
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OSU will investigate claims made in Sports Illustrated series

Citing a strong appetite for its "Dirty Game" series on Oklahoma State football, Sports Illustrated released the fifth and final chapter a day earlier than originally announced.

 
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BNSF to invest $125 million in state projects

BNSF Railway Co. announced Monday it is spending $125 million to expand and improve its system in Oklahoma. Projects will include a new bypass connection at the Cherokee rail yard in west Tulsa and extending a siding area on the carrier's tracks near Mannford.

 
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Albums of autumn: 22 new and upcoming music releases to get excited about

As summer fades, so do the songs and sounds of summer. But that gives way to a fall music bonanza.

 
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Broken Arrow

Overview: Broken Arrow is Oklahoma’s fourth-largest city and Tulsa’s largest suburb, with an estimated population of 100,073 in 2011. It is also one of the state's fastest-growing cities, adding more than 25,000 residents and a slew of big-box retailers since 2000.

Known for quiet suburban life and short commutes to Tulsa, Broken Arrow has been named by national publications as one of the best 100 places to live, one of the 10 best places for families, one of the 25 safest cities in America and one of the most affordable suburbs in the south.

A downtown revitalization effort that began in 2005 has aimed to create an arts and entertainment district centered on the city’s Main Street, and several new restaurants, a historical museum and a performing arts center have headlined the recent downtown improvements.
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Broken Arrow man arrested after alleged DUI-crash injures son

Broken Arrow man arrested after alleged DUI-crash injures son   9/17/2013

Kevin Martin, 24, was arrested just after 6 p.m. Sunday after the crash in east Broken Arrow.

JD McPherson returns to Cain's Ballroom in December   9/16/2013

Ticket prices are $20 in advance, $24 at the door.
Broken Arrow roads assessment completed after eight months

Broken Arrow roads assessment completed after eight months   9/14/2013

The city's Streets and Stormwater Department completed a comprehensive inventory of all city streets last month, a task that City Manager Thom Moton termed 'Herculean.'
Tulsan arrested in sexual assaults at assisted living center

Tulsan arrested in sexual assaults at assisted living center   9/13/2013

Uqbasilassie K. Zerie, 32, was jailed Thursday on five sexual assault complaints, Cpl. Leon Calhoun said.
Leg deformity doesn't slow down Broken Arrow toddler

Leg deformity doesn't slow down Broken Arrow toddler   9/9/2013

Oscar Passoni-Torres is a giggly, happy baby.

Broken Arrow police ready for drunk drivers with Intoxilyzer 8000   9/8/2013

Nearly 100 percent of Broken Arrow Police Department officers are now trained and licensed to use the Intoxilyzer 8000, the device approved in Oklahoma for evidential breath alcohol testing.
New Broken Arrow schools bring traffic jams in fresh places

New Broken Arrow schools bring traffic jams in fresh places   9/5/2013

The city is playing catch-up with the school district to try to make sure streets can handle heavier traffic flow caused by the opening of five new schools.

Broken Arrow water tests safe after taste, smell complaints received   9/4/2013

Recent problems with water taste and smell are likely due to algae growth, the city said.

BA woman pleads guilty in fatal DUI crash in Tulsa   9/4/2013

A Broken Arrow woman pleaded guilty Tuesday to manslaughter and DUI charges linked to a cash that claimed one life and seriously injured another person.
Broken Arrow animal shelter program makes pet adoption easier

Broken Arrow animal shelter program makes pet adoption easier   9/3/2013

Animal lovers who are looking for a pet at the Broken Arrow Animal Shelter will now be able to adopt a pet that is spayed or neutered and up to date on its vaccinations.
Broken Arrow man gets life without parole for Tulsa double murder

Broken Arrow man gets life without parole for Tulsa double murder   8/30/2013

Zane Atchison was convicted of killing two people in a church parking lot two years ago.
Broken Arrow forfeits football games for OSSAA violations

Broken Arrow forfeits football games for OSSAA violations   8/29/2013

Programs have been placed on “warning” status in the 2013-14 year, which means future violations could come with more severe OSSAA penalties.

From Barry Lewis' blog: Broken Arrow names Beau Wallace as boys basketball coach after Rusty Stecker's promotion
REVIEW: Not Your Grandma's Cupcakes

REVIEW: Not Your Grandma's Cupcakes   8/28/2013

It wasn’t exactly “Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory,” but there was a fun, fairy tale kind of innocence about the place.

Dental group to provide free services for needy on Sept. 6   8/25/2013

Residents can receive either one free cleaning, extraction or filling at Berkshire Dental Group at 8701 S. Garnett Road on Sept. 6 as part of Free Dentistry Day.
Pre-K enrollment in Broken Arrow jumps from 191 to 1,100

Pre-K enrollment in Broken Arrow jumps from 191 to 1,100   8/24/2013

The 4-year-old boy with dark gel-spiked bangs sat on the floor with tears streaming down his face, inconsolable.
Keep up to date on the latest news on Tulsa area education.
Broken Arrow adds five new police officers

Broken Arrow adds five new police officers   8/23/2013

Five new recruits were sworn in as Broken Arrow police officers Thursday evening.
NSU field trip: KIPP students set course for college

NSU field trip: KIPP students set course for college   8/23/2013

Some middle school students spent their first day of class on a college campus.
Woman arrested in assault on mom, child endangerment

Woman arrested in assault on mom, child endangerment   8/22/2013

The incident took place about 7 p.m. outside a Bixby home in the 11600 block of South 98th East Avenue, according to an arrest report.

Jury selection begins in double-homicide case   8/19/2013

Some 98 prospective jurors in the case were called for a selection process that began with jurors completing questionnaires that lawyers will be able to review before the actual questioning process starts.
Analysis shows Broken Arrow police highest paid in Tulsa area

Analysis shows Broken Arrow police highest paid in Tulsa area   8/19/2013

To Sgt. Keith Cook, the Broken Arrow Police Department's 127 sworn officers' daily contributions toward the city's safety are worth every penny.

Search a Tulsa World database of more than 2,400 city employees from nine area communities.
Man arrested after gun pointed at BA police

Man arrested after gun pointed at BA police   8/18/2013

William Andrew Ragan, 24, was arrested on a complaint of pointing a firearm with intent and jailed at 8 a.m. Saturday on $20,000 bail.
Broken Arrow survey gives city high marks but recycling effort needs work

Broken Arrow survey gives city high marks but recycling effort needs work   8/18/2013

Broken Arrow received high marks for being a great place to live and to raise a family, according to a recent survey of 342 households.

Broken Arrow teenager charged with raping girl   8/17/2013

A Broken Arrow teenager was charged with first-degree rape Friday.
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EMERGENCY CONTACTS
Police Department
918-259-8400

Police Chief David Boggs
918-259-8400 ext. 8394
dboggs@brokenarrowok.gov

Fire Department
918-259-8360

Fire Chief Jeff VanDolah
918-259-2400 ext. 6353
jvandolah@brokenarrowok.gov
CITY OFFICIALS
Mayor Craig Thurmond, Ward 2
Office: 918-259-8419
cthurmond@brokenarrowok.gov

Vice Mayor Richard Carter, Ward 1
Office: 918-259-8419
rcarter@brokenarrowok.gov

Mike Lester, Ward 3
Office: 918-259-8419
mlester@brokenarrowok.gov

Jill Norman, Ward 4
Office: 918-259-8419
jnorman@brokenarrowok.gov

Johnnie Parks, At-Large
Office: 259-8419
jparks@brokenarrowok.gov

Map of Broken Arrow City Council wards

OTHER CONTACTS
Mary Bryce, City Clerk
918-259-2400 ext. 5421
lbryce@brokenarrowok.gov

Michael Skates, Development Services Director
918-259-2400 ext. 5426
mskates@brokenarrowok.gov

Lee Zirk, General Services Director
918-259-7000
lzirk@brokenarrowok.gov

Scott Esmond, Parks Director
918-259-7000 ext. 7440
sesmond@brokenarrowok.gov

Beth Anne Wilkening, City Attorney
918-259-2400 ext. 5425
bawilkening@brokenarrowok.gov

Steve Arant, Streets and Stormwater Director
918-259-7000
sarant@brokenarrowok.gov

Paul Rhodes, Utilities Director
918-259-7000
prhodes@brokenarrowok.gov
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