🌱 Child Struck While Sledding + Joe Nichols Takes Tour To Tulsa

Happy Saturday, neighbors! Here's everything you need to know around town today.

First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and chilly. High: 46 Low: 21.

Here are the top 3 stories in Tulsa today:

1. A child has died after being hit by a vehicle while sledding on Thursday. Police say the 12-year-old was struck by a truck traveling west on Albany Street after accidentally sledding into the road. The truck did not stop, and police are currently working to identify the hit-and-run suspect. (News On 6)
2. Country music star Joe Nichols is coming to Tulsa in April. The multiplatinum recording artist, known for hits such as "Brokenheartsville" and "Gimme That Girl," will perform at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino on April 14. Tickets are on sale now for $24.50. (Cherokee Phoenix)
3. Employees at the Oklahoma Aquarium reported to work this week despite the hazardous winter storm. Even though the aquarium was closed, staff members stayed at a nearby hotel in order to consistently feed and monitor the museum's fish. The aquarium has also installed backup generators to keep its aquatic residents safe in the event of a power outage. (News On 6)

Today in Tulsa:

• Father Daughter Valentine's Dance At South County Recreation Center (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Music Cities Convention is heading to Tulsa in 2022! Secure your ticket before Feb. 28 to take advantage of the early bird promotion. (Instagram)
• The Community Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma’s Junior Ambassadors are planning their annual Battle of the Bands competition, which will be held this spring at Cain's Ballroom! There are still spots open for bands and singer-songwriters wishing to get in front of an audience. (Facebook)
• Pre-K enrollment is now open for Tulsa Public Schools! If your child will be four years old on or before Sept. 1, 2022, you can get started with online enrollment today. (Facebook)

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— Helen Eckhard

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.