🌱 Free Smoke Detector Installation + Water Main Leak Causes Sinkhole

Hello, neighbors. I'm back in your inbox this morning with everything you need to know about what's happening these days in Oklahoma City.

But first, today's weather:

Humid with a stray t-shower. High: 80 Low: 63.

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Here are the top three stories in Oklahoma City today:

1. The Oklahoma City Fire Department is offering to install free smoke detectors for city residents in order to promote fire safety. If you are a resident of OKC, you can schedule an appointment to get your free smoke detector by calling 405-316-BEEP (2337). The OKC Fire Department recently shared photos of a smoke detector that their crew installed in 2019 after a recent structure fire. The fire alarm that had been previously installed helped the family escape. (News On 6)
2. A baby that was found in a dumpster in February died in Oklahoma City earlier this month. The Oklahoma City Police Department is currently investigating, and the child's mother, Kieara Lopez, is facing multiple charges. The Ardmore Police Department is working with the OKC Department and is providing records and information about the child's autopsy. Lopez was scheduled for her preliminary hearing this past Tuesday in District Court. (Daily Ardmoreite)
3. A water main leak occurred near Northwest 63rd Street and North Meridian Avenue on Tuesday that created a sinkhole in Oklahoma City. Crews responded to the incident around 11:00 p.m. and were able to successfully turn off the water in the area. Northwest 63rd Street near North Meridian is still currently closed and there is no known timetable of when the hole will be repaired and traffic may continue on the road, it is believed that this may be a multi-day fix. (news9.com KWTV)

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Today in Oklahoma City:

• Live Music Fest At Songbird Plaza (4:00 PM)
• Built From The Fire Panel Discussion And Book Signing With Victor Luckerson At Oklahoma History Center (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Summer is officially here! However, before you forget about school until fall, be sure to enroll your student for the 2023-2024 school year online to save yourself the last-minute hassle later. (Oklahoma City Public Schools via Facebook)
• Due to expected rain, Downtown Employee Appreciation Day has been rescheduled ahead of time to Jun. 14 on the Kerr Park Lawn. The event organizers wanted to be sure this outdoor event was celebrated to the fullest intent of appreciating all the employees who dedicate each day to serving the community and don't want to let rain ruin the party. (Downtown OKC Partnership via Facebook)
• June is Pride Month and Oklahoma City University will be celebrating by participating in both Oklahoma City Pride Parades. If you are interested in marching in one or both of the parades with the university you can register at the link. (Oklahoma City University via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Thursday! I'll see you around.

— 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.