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Plan for new Tulsa park to be unveiled

The final plan for A Gathering Place for Tulsa park along Riverside Drive will be unveiled Tuesday - a moment officials at the George Kaiser Family Foundation have been anxious to see come for nearly seven years.

Find stories, interviews and photos about the upcoming Tulsa park designed by Michael Van Valkenburgh and his team of architects.

 
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  • Electrical malfunction shutters TCC Metro Campus at least through Tuesday
  • Oklahoma Dept. of Correction director submits resignation
  • Tyrone Dale David Woodfork won't be targeted for death penalty, Tulsa County prosecutors say
  • Tulsa Sidewalk Stories video series focuses on the city's poor walkability
  • Tulsa mayor says tax extension even more needed after council's decision on police
  • TPS' deputy-superintendent search advances
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Heat comes back in OT to force game 7

LeBron James' 32 points and Ray Allen's 3-pointer gave the Miami Heat a chance to come back in OT. The Spurs led by 10 going into the fourth quarter.

 
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  • Down 3-2, LeBron, Heat find themselves in familiar spot against Spurs
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Australian aerospace supplier expanding to Grove

“Ferra chose to expand to Oklahoma because its central location enables us to easily provide service to our customer base on both coasts and international markets, said Ferra Engineering CEO Mark Sherrer in a statement Tuesday.

 
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  • Williams Cos., feds seek answers in deadly plant explosion in Geismar, La.
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VIDEO: The Swon Brothers take 3rd place in 'The Voice' finale

The brothers from Muskogee made it further than any other duo on the four seasons of the NBC reality singing competition but lost out to fellow Team Blake artist Danielle Bradbery.

 
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  • Kevin James starred in Mazzio's commercials before landing "The King of Queens" role
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  • This weekend: Gun show, horse show and Xtreme Fight Night
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  • The week ahead: Garden tours, Shakespeare and a themed 5k
  • This weekend: Chalk art festival, free concerts and a mud volleyball tournament
  • The week ahead: 'The Lion King,' free music and zoo discounts
  • A stop at Chuck E. Cheese's Tuesday will benefit storm victims
  • This weekend: Music, festivals and a gem show

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What to do? The Tulsa World Picks

Best bets: Pinto World Championship, Starlight concerts

Best bets: Pinto World Championship, Starlight concerts

The Pinto World Championship will be at Expo Square through June 22.

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Events on June 19

4th of July Season

Jun 19, 2013
(9:00AM-9:00PM)

Come by and celebrate the 4th of July holiday with Celebration Day Fireworks. Located at the corner of 81st and Main St, Broken Arrow, Oklahoma.

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Comedian Billy Wayne Davis

Jun 19, 2013
(8:00 p.m.)

Billy Wayne Davis has been touring all over the country for the better part of a decade, winning audiences over with a combination of humor both cutting ...

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Family Conversations that Make a Difference

Jun 19, 2013
(11:30 a.m. and again at 6:00 p.m.)

Hear retired Mayo Clinic Eldercare Specialist, Richard Edwards, share important information on anticipating, communicating and navigating the challenges ...

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Live Band Karaoke with FuZed

Jun 19, 2013
(6pm-10pm)

Tulsa's hottest up-and-coming band FuZed will be providing Live Band Karaoke Entertainment at Los Cabos Jenks every Wednesday evening all summer long. ...

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Play Together, Learn Together

Jun 19, 2013
(9:30 - 11:30 a.m.)

Play Together, Learn Together is a FREE program sponsored by the Thornton YMCA for children ages birth through 4 years and their caregivers. The program ...

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The Lion King

Jun 19, 2013
(Tu-Th at 7:30, Fr at 8, Sa at 2 & 8, Su at 1 & 6:30)

Experience the phenomenon of Disney's THE LION KING. Marvel at the breathtaking spectacle of animals brought to life by award-winning director Julie Taymor, ...

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TULSA GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY

Jun 19, 2013
(Mon, Wed, Sat. 10am-4pm)

It is time to join TULSA GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY for 2013-2014. Yearly dues are only $25.00. Library is open for research on Mon, Wed & Sat. We have interesting ...

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Twin Hills Reunion 2013

Jun 19, 2013
(10:00a.m - 1:00p.m.)

Twin Hills School Reunion 2013 June 29, 2013 from 10:00a.m. - 1:00p.m Food will be catered, the cost is $12.00 per person. Please R.S.V.P. by June 17 ...

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VBS | God's Backyard Bible Camp

Jun 19, 2013
(9am-12pm)

FREE VBS for kids 6-12 years-old at World Outreach Church from June 17-21, 9am-12pm. Pre-registration is a must. Kids will get ready for an outdoor adventure ...

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