🌱 OKC Named Top Tree City + Adoption Fees At Shelter Waived Today

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First, today's weather:

Plenty of sunshine. High: 78 Low: 52.

Here are the top 3 stories today in Oklahoma City:

1. The Arbor Day Foundation has recognized Oklahoma City as a 2021 Tree City USA city for its ongoing commitment to the planting and caring of trees. This is the 17th year Oklahoma City has received the title. In honor of Arbor Day on Apr. 29, the Oklahoma City Parks and Recreation Department also planted three new Bald Cypress trees throughout town. (Press Release Desk)
2. Police have released new information regarding a homicide that occurred in northwest Oklahoma City on Tuesday night. The victim in the case has been identified as 22-year-old Miguel Alexis Rivera Del Angel. Anyone with information that might help the ongoing investigation is asked to call the Homicide Tip Line at 405-297-1200. (News On 6)
3. Oklahoma City Animal Welfare is waiving adoption fees today in honor of National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day. The shelter is currently at 143 percent capacity for dogs and has 167 available for adoption. All adoptable animals are up-to-date on vaccinations, microchipped, and have been treated for worms and spayed or neutered. (Journal Record)

Today in Oklahoma City:

• Free Family Mini Photo Sessions At Stars And Stripes Park (9:00 AM)
• World Tai Chi Qigong Day At Cole Community Center (10:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• Curious about what summer learning opportunities, camps, and activities Oklahoma City Public Schools and community partners offer? Check out our Summer Learning page on the district website for all the ways to learn, play, read, and grow this summer. (Facebook)
• Kindred Spirits is hosting a Mother's Day Brunch you won't want to miss! Availability is limited, so be sure to reserve your spot today. (Facebook)
• National Bike Month kicks off tomorrow, May 1! Celebrate with the Association of Central Oklahoma Governments at BikeFest 2022, featuring local bike shops, community organizations, live music, family-friendly activities, and more. (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.