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Descendants Of Possible Tulsa Massacre Victims Can Give DNA

Jul 19, 2022

As we continue the search for victims of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, the non-profit handling DNA research needs help spreading the word about an important next step in this investigation.

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People who believe they are descendants of victims of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre can now provide genetic material to help scientists when they begin trying to identify remains of possible victims.

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Jul 18, 2022

In Tulsa we use data to bring people together and solve problems! Honored to be one of 22 cities in North and South America selected to participate in the

@BloombergDotOrg

City Data Alliance - giving us the opportunity to take our work to the next level. bloombergcities.jhu.edu/news/22-mayors

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Building back better will require cities to do things differently: Tulsa gets it and is merging multiple entities to create a new Tulsa Authority on Economic Opportunity to build public wealth and advance inclusive growth

Tulsa and the Remaking of Urban Governance - The New Localism

@KianKamas

@LuiseNoring

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A year ago, we wrote about how a period defined by a global pandemic, economic contraction and racial reckoning might become a catalyst for institutional transformation in cities. These profound...

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discuss the opening of the federal community #vaccination center at

@tulsacc

. The mayor says he’s grateful and stresses that this facility is open to anyone needing a #CovidVaccine

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Tulsa, #Oklahoma, mayor

discusses city growth & remote work in this week's

@MayorsPodcast

. Listen ➡️ bit.ly/3xjsCt9

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Here's our

conversation w/ Tulsa Mayor

, with my great friend & co-host

@PaddenGuyMurphy

. We cover remote work

@tulsaremote

, the race massacre & reconciliation, the Trump rally, polarization & how to overcome it, & much much more. blueprintfuture.com/podcast/mayor-

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Tulsa’s Big Move: new Authority for Economic Opportunity (merger of parking + industrial authorities, economic development commission + more) brings efficiencies but also potential for community wealth building

@KianKamas

@gkff

tulsaworld.com/news/local/gov via

@tulsaworld

Tulsa City Council approves major reorganization of economic development procedures

The reorganization will lead to a more effective and equitable system, Chief of Economic Development Kian Kamas said.

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Mar 28, 2021

That last shot was thisclose! So proud of

@ORUMBB

for the way they represented our city in the NCAA Tournament. Bright days ahead for this team! #MarchMadness

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Mar 28, 2021

Max Abmas is the first player since Steph Curry in 2008 to score 25 points in each of his first three #NCAATournament games. Put himself on the map

@ORUMBB

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Mar 25, 2021

People should get equal pay for equal work! Grateful for the growing number of Tulsa employers who are standing up to say they will make sure is the case for their employees. #EqualPayDay

Editorial: Businesses ought to consider Bynum's initiative for gender pay equity

Oklahoma is among the 10 states with the greatest gap at about 77%, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The state is tied with South Carolina but only

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MedWise Urgent Care Opens in Tulsa

Mar 25, 2021

QuikTrip is beloved in Tulsa because everything they do is done with a high standard of excellence.I’m excited for their entrance into the healthcare industry, and can’t wait to see the benefits I know this will yield for Tulsans in all parts of our city!

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MedWise Urgent Care Opens in Tulsa. Representatives with MedWise and QT discuss what this means for the community.

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Mar 24, 2021

We will begin exhumation of a mass grave recently discovered in Oaklawn Cemetery in June. Still much work to be done in determining if these are victims of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre but this is an important step in our community’s pursuit of the truth.

1921 Tulsa Race Massacre: Exhumation of Oaklawn mass grave expected to begin in June

Last fall, researchers found what they said appear to be 12 badly decomposed coffins fitted tightly into a trench in what was once Oaklawn's Black paupers' field. Based on written

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Mar 23, 2021

Grateful for the incredible strength of Sergeant Craig Johnson’s wife and young son, who gave victim impact statements in the courtroom. Grateful for this outcome. #2150

Tulsa man gets 24 years in police officers' shooting; son, widow of officer speak

The son of one of the officers said he was sad that Craig Johnson is no longer around to play Legos with him or listen to their favorite music together,

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Mar 22, 2021

Amazing!

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NCAA March Madness

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Mar 22, 2021

ORAL ROBERTS IS HEADED TO THE #Sweet16 FOR THE FIRST TIME SINCE 1974

@ORUMBB | #MarchMadness

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Mar 19, 2021

YES! Congratulations to the Golden Eagles! #ExpectAMiracle #MarchMadness

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Mar 19, 2021

What was it Oral Robert’s used to say?

Oh right...EXPECT A MIRACLE!! #MarchMadness

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Mar 16, 2021

In spite of all the challenges of the last year, investments continue to be made in Tulsa that will make us more competitive for the long term. Great example: USA BMX’s Olympic training and trials arena is on schedule to be completed later this year!

Massive open-air, free-span BMX arena nearly 50% completed

The covered, free-span, open-air facility is about a football field and a half long, nearly a football field wide, and more than three stories tall.

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How We Planned Our Very First Virtual Bookstore Event in a Matter of Hours

Mar 13, 2021

Greatest news segment in

@KWGSNEWS

history (listen to the end)!

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Mar 12, 2021

I have preserved this bit of radio magic inspired by @gtbynum. I watched too many YouTube videos of Macho Man Randy Savage for it to be heard once.

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I remain impressed by that evening. It also happened to be one of the best interviews of the pandemic. @magicitybooks

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One of the biggest books of this past plague year was Erik Larson’s The Splendid and the Vile. The success of the book is no surprise, Larson’s books are perennial bestsellers and he’s a hell of a …

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A year ago, everything changed. We reflect on that moment today

. Special thanks to

. Guest appearances by

@okcthunder

@tomhanks

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How We Planned Our Very First Virtual Bookstore Event in a Matter of Hours

One of the biggest books of this past plague year was Erik Larson’s The Splendid and the Vile. The success of the book is no surprise, Larson’s books are perennial bestsellers and he’s a hell of a …

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In a statement announcing he received his first COVID-19 vaccine dose this morning, Tulsa Mayor

quotes "Randy 'Macho Man' Savage"

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Got my 1st shot! Thank you to

@TulsaHealthDept

and

@HealthyOklahoma

for deploying vaccine as quickly as you can get it. For those of us who hate what this pandemic has put us through, this is the best way for us to stomp it into the ground: vaccinate.oklahoma.gov/en-US/

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Mar 11, 2021

We’re deploying programs that address the causes of homelessness before someone ends up camped on a sidewalk as well as funding outreach work to get people into long-term housing. Now we’re looking for the next Housing Policy Director for

@cityoftulsagov

!

As search for new housing director begins, city finds itself better positioned to meet challenges,...

Tulsa has made strides in addressing homelessness and the affordable housing shortage, says Mayor G.T. Bynum.

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PSO is pleased to join Mayor

in the Mayor’s Commission on the Status of Women for the launch of the Pay Equity Pledge! Committed to closing the gender pay gap in Tulsa and beyond. #PSOklahoma #WomensHistoryMonth

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Mar 10, 2021

We want Tulsa to be a city known for equality of opportunity - where people work hard and get equal pay for equal work. In partnership with the Mayor’s Commission on the Status of Women, I am launching the Mayor’s Pay Equity Pledge! cityoftulsa.org/payequity

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Mar 9, 2021

Great news: Tulsa Police Officer Sean Love is out of the hospital and recovering at home! 💙 Thank you to everyone who has been keeping Officer Love, his family, and fellow officers in your prayers. It has been powerful to see the outpouring of support from across the country.

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Mar 9, 2021

Officer Sean Love "is focusing on healing and rehabilitation, so he can return to full duty as soon as possible. He and his family are grateful for the support he has received," TPD said Tuesday. tulsaworld.com/news/local/tul

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Mar 8, 2021

In 1976 Norma Eagleton became the first woman elected to the Tulsa City Commission. She’s a giant in Tulsa history and continues to inspire many of us who serve in her shadow. This is a great interview: m.voicesofoklahoma.com/interview/eagl #ChooseToChallenge #internationalwomensday2021

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Mar 5, 2021

We held our largest citizenship ceremony to date at the historic Admiral Twin Drive-In: 58 people from 23 countries who are all now our fellow Americans! 🇺🇸

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Thank you Mayor

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for putting this wonderful video together! #Tulsa #Oklahoma #HealthcareHeroes

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Mar 4, 2021

There is no group of people who have done more to save the lives of our neighbors than our health care heroes! Over the last month, Tulsans in all parts of our city have been sending in short videos to let you know how much they appreciate you: cityoftulsa.org/tulsathanksyou

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Mar 4, 2021

There is no group of people who have done more to save the lives of our neighbors than our health care heroes! Over the last month, Tulsans in all parts of our city have been sending in short videos to let you know how much they appreciate you: cityoftulsa.org/tulsathanksyou

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Feb 28, 2021

Please join health care professionals, first responders, and Tulsans across our city in observing a moment of silence at noon on Monday in honor of those we love who have been lost to COVID-19.

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🚨 Please keep Officer Sean Love and his family in your thoughts and prayers. He’s currently in the ICU after an incident this morning. 🚨 MORE INFO HERE: facebook.com/tulsapolice/ph

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Feb 25, 2021

We can accomplish more for Tulsans when we take the time to sit down, listen to one another, and find areas of agreement where we can work together. Tulsans work together in hard times, and they deserve a city government that does the same.

Getting imaginative about the budget: Tulsa mayor, councilors lay out priorities

Mayor G.T. Bynum and councilors met virtually to began establishing goals for the new fiscal year, which begins July 1.

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G.T. Bynum Retweeted

Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell

@LtGovPinnell

Aug 26, 2020

Impressive win tonight by my friend

, against a solid field. Keep working to unite the whole city- I know you will. #OklaProud

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Congratulations to Tulsa Mayor

on his re-election win tonight. We are proud of our mayor and

@OralRobertsU

is praying for him consistently. We look forward to working with Mayor Bynum to make Tulsa even better.

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Jul 28, 2020

Today is the virtual groundbreaking for the Route 66 Village Train Depot! Community leaders in West Tulsa are doing incredible work to make Route 66 in Tulsa a destination for people from all around the world. m.youtube.com/watch?v=EH_cR_

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Jul 24, 2020

A few updates and resources regarding the pandemic: m.facebook.com/story.php?stor

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Jul 23, 2020

A big economic development win for Tulsa today! Muncie Power Products starts construction on a $50 million facility in North Tulsa, with a commitment to hiring and training North Tulsa residents.

New plant a first for Muncie Power Products and Peoria-Mohawk Business Park

The manufacturer is building a 250,000-square-foot facility, the initial phase of which is scheduled for completion in the spring.

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Jul 22, 2020

For so long, Tulsa didn’t do all we could to find the remains of our neighbors who were murdered in 1921. Not any more. One location within Oaklawn Cemetery is now conclusively ruled out. Our city’s resolve to following through remains strong.

"I want to find the victims of the Race Massacre': Burial search is personal for some with ties to...

"I want to find the victims of the Race Massacre," Brenda Alford said. "Being the descendant of survivors and Black Wall Street entrepreneurs who struggled greatly, I have this innate

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Jul 21, 2020

We want Tulsa to have the best community policing program in America! If you would like to work alongside officers and researchers in this project, please email me at mayor@cityoftulsa.org.