🌱 Dog Fosters Needed In OKC Area + Stevie Nicks Fans Awaiting Refund

Hey, neighbors! It's me, Nicole Fallon-Peek, your host of the Patch newsletter. Here's everything you need to know about what's happening in town.

But first, today's weather:

Mostly cloudy. High: 78 Low: 64.

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Here are the top three stories in Oklahoma City today:

1. OklaHOME Animal Rescue is currently searching the Oklahoma City area for more foster families to take in some of the dogs. The organization says it has had to deny several dogs because there have not been enough fosters available to take them in. The organization noted in social media posts that the process of fostering animals is completely free and the fosters are matched with a dog that will be the best fit for them and their home. (news9.com KWTV)
2. Stevie Nicks fans throughout Oklahoma City are currently waiting for refunds on their tickets from her canceled show back on Apr. 4. Rock and roll legend Stevie Nicks was set to rock the stage at Paycom Arena in April before her band reportedly got sick. The concert was supposed to be rescheduled, but was canceled completely and ticket buyers are still waiting for their money back. It has been reported that there is a delay in the repayment because of communications and money transfers between Paycom and Ticketmaster. (KFOR Oklahoma City)
3. Oklahoma City police officers are currently investigating a violent attack that happened in the city early Wednesday morning near I-40 and MacArthur Blvd. The victim told officers he was attacked with what he thinks machete by a transient individual. He was treated for his injuries by paramedics at the scene of the incident. Further information about a suspect is not available at this time. (KFOR Oklahoma City)

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Today in Oklahoma City:

• Community Coffee - Northwest OKC Library (8:00 AM)
• Story Time - Hunter’s Home (10:30 AM)
• Live From Hooters Bike Ride - Hooters (6:00 PM)
• Crescendo An Evening With Canterbury - Oklahoma History Center (6:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Oklahoma City Fire Department congratulated Lieutenant Jonathan Akright, who will be officially retiring on Jun. 1. Lieutenant Akright has served the city for over 26 years. (Oklahoma City Fire Department via Facebook)
• Don't wait until the last minute to enroll your kids for school next year! Register your children for the 2023-2024 school year by clicking on the link here. (Oklahoma City Public Schools via Facebook)
• The Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum will be celebrating Armed Forces Day this Saturday by giving all active members of the military free admission to the museum. For free admission just show your military ID to the ticketing desk upon arrival. (Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum via Facebook)

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— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.