🌱 Officer Faces Child Neglect Charges + OKC Thunder Shoe Sale

Happy Saturday, Oklahoma City! Here's everything you need to know going on in town today.

First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and warmer. High: 72 Low: 49.

Here are the top 3 stories in Oklahoma City today:

1. Oklahoma City police officer Richard Lewis is facing charges of child neglect for allegedly forcing his nine and fifteen-year-old children to live alone in a Norman apartment. The older child told investigators that Lewis sleeps at the apartment a few nights a month and buys the kids food. He has been placed on administrative leave while the case is prosecuted. (KOCO Oklahoma City)
2. The Oklahoma City Thunder is hosting its annual raffle and shoe sale to help support Cleats for Kids, a nonprofit that empowers kids to live healthier lifestyles. The event will take place at the Paycom Center during Monday's game and will feature over 100 pairs of new and player-worn shoes in a grab-bag sale. Fans can also purchase raffle tickets for a chance to win baskets inspired by players’ favorite things, including at least one autographed item. (KFOR Oklahoma City)
3. The Oklahoma City Parks & Recreation Department is hiring hundreds of seasonal employees. Staff members are needed to fill positions at aquatic centers, recreation centers, camps, and athletic programs across town this summer. Applicants 16-years-old and older are encouraged to pre-apply online and attend one of three job fairs on Mar. 26, Arp. 16, and May 7 at the Pete White Health & Wellness Center. (KFOR Oklahoma City)

Today in Oklahoma City:

• History Alive! At The Cherokee Strip (11:00 AM)
• "Clue: The Musical" Auditions At Centre Theatre (1:00 PM)
• The 5th Annual Lucky's St. Patrick's Day Crawl At Coyote Ugly Saloon (4:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Did you know the Oklahoma City University Kramer School of Nursing offers a Post-Master's Certificate in Psychiatric Mental Health? Apply by Apr. 1 to begin this summer. (Facebook)
• Several puppies at Oklahoma City Animal Welfare have developed upper respiratory infections and need foster or foster-adopt-homes where they can recover. Stop by the shelter today to learn more about fostering and get the process started. (Facebook)

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About me: Helen Eckhard is a marketing assistant at Lightning Media Partners. She is a self-professed logophile who is currently pursuing her master’s degree in library science. Outside of work, you can find Helen constructing crossword puzzles, knitting, or devising increasingly crafty ways to kill off characters in her mystery novels.