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Hey there, Oklahoma City! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Want to meet Lyra, the OKC Zoo’s newest zebra foal?
- How Oklahoma City’s Nutcracker is getting a hip-hop makeover this weekend
- How a new $97M bridge could change your Oklahoma City commute
Also on today's calendar: The Jury Experience: Death by AI: Who Pays the Price? and 8 more events.
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Today's riddle: What did one tuna say to the other after getting caught stealing files from work? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Find out what's happening in Oklahoma Cityfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
- Thursday: Breezy in the morning, with a high of 65 and low of 43 degrees.
- Friday: Breezy in the morning; sunny, temps: high: 59, low: 31.
- Saturday: Partly sunny, with a high of 58 and low of 19 degrees. ⛄️ Brr!
📰 News we're reading
1. OKC Zoo Announces Birth of Plains Zebra Foal, Lyra (okgazette.com) — The Oklahoma City Zoo just welcomed Lyra, a female Plains zebra foal now exploring the Expedition Africa habitat with her herd. Visitors can see Lyra during regular hours and learn about zebra conservation, as the species is considered near threatened. Families can also pair their visit with the OKC Zoo SAFARI LIGHTS display, running nightly through early January. 
2. Hip Hop Nutcracker brings a high-energy holiday twist to Oklahoma City this December (news9.com) — A high-energy Hip Hop Nutcracker is coming to Oklahoma City’s Visual & Performing Arts Center Theater December 12–14, blending classical story elements with contemporary hip-hop. Local youth dancers and RACE Collective performers will reimagine the Nutcracker through an urban lens, highlighting themes of love, belonging, and community for families across the city.
3. $97M contract awarded for state's longest bridge (kfor.com) — A $97 million contract has been approved for a 1.25‑mile bridge that will link I‑44 and I‑35 near Oklahoma City, crossing the Canadian River between McClain and Cleveland counties. As part of the Access Oklahoma turnpike expansion, construction is expected to start in January or February and could ultimately reshape traffic patterns for Oklahoma City commuters and nearby communities.
4. Authorities arrest Carlos Uribe, wanted for Cleveland County kidnapping (journalrecord.com) — Law enforcement arrested a man wanted for a Cleveland County kidnapping in southeast Oklahoma City, following tips generated by the Oklahoma Attorney General’s 10 Most Wanted list. Officials say the joint effort by U.S. Marshals and state agents is helping remove dangerous fugitives from communities across the metro.
5. STEM Spotlight: Techlahoma supports Oklahoma's tech community with nearly 9,000 members (koco.com) — A growing nonprofit tech community, Techlahoma, is working to remove barriers for meetups and professional networking in Oklahoma City while connecting nearly 9,000 members statewide. Leaders describe regular networking fairs, training events, and new partnerships with schools and universities aimed at strengthening Oklahoma’s future tech workforce. Locals interested in technology, from beginners to professionals, are encouraged to get involved.
📸 Around Oklahoma City
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Oklahoma City
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★ Featured events ★
- Darci Lynne
Bricktown Comedy Club, 409 Kings Of Leon Ln, Oklahoma City
7:00 pm
Thursday December 11
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Other local events
- Band Holiday Jazz Concert
Auditorium , 705 , Oklahoma City
7:00 pm - Community Coffee - Santa's Toy Shoppe
Yukon Chamber of Commerce , 1111 Garth Brooks Blvd , Yukon
8:00 am - Holiday Pop-Up Shops
Holiday Pop-Up Shops , 399 NW 10th St , Oklahoma City
10:00 am - Boar's Head Feast - Act II Performance
St. Luke's Edmond , 900 N Sooner Rd , Edmond
7:00 pm - Gaming Frenzy
Oklahoma State Fair , 3001 General Pershing Blvd , Oklahoma City
10:00 am - William Montgomery
Bricktown Comedy Club , 409 Kings Of Leon Ln , Oklahoma City
7:00 pm - The Jury Experience: Death by AI: Who Pays the Price?
The Yale Theater , 227 SW 25th St , Oklahoma City
8:30 pm - GIGGZ DAY OKC
Santos Nightlife , 101 E California Ave , Oklahoma City
10:00 pm - Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA
Oklahoma Hall of Fame , 1400 Classen Dr , Oklahoma City
6:30 pm - Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings
The Yale Theater , 227 SW 25th St , Oklahoma City
6:30 pm
Thursday December 11
Friday December 12
Saturday December 13
Thursday December 18
Saturday December 20
📣 Oklahoma City Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Del City Crafters
Del City Community Center , 4505 SE 15th St , Del City
9:30 am - Basketball
Mary Golda Ross Elementary Oklahoma City, OK 73111
6:00 pm - Fall Guitar Concert- Auditorium (all day for set up)
U.S. Grant High School Oklahoma City, OK 73111
6:00 pm - Band/Orchestra Winter Concert (Aud)
Southeast High School Oklahoma City, OK 73111
6:00 pm
Thursday December 11
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Please share & repost to help reunite this lost dog!
Ling Ling was LOST on December 1, 2025 in Oklahoma City, OK 73108 near Reno and Douglas Blvd Sharing for a neighbor. For the latest information or… (Nextdoor Highlander South) - Our beloved husky is missing and we are desperate to bring her home safely.
Please keep an eye out and share if possible! Her name is Adah and she will have on a light purple collar. She got loose around the Arden Northwest… (Nextdoor W Memorial/NW 122nd)
- Premium Retail Services posted a job opening for Retail Coverage Merchandiser II in Oklahoma City. Apply here.
- RB American Group posted a job opening for Team Member in Choctaw. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Oklahoma City here.
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-- The Patch AM Team
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