🌱Home Invasion Leaves Invader Dead + More Money For Teachers

Hey, friends! It's Saturday in Tulsa and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on the most important things happening in our community today. In today's issue, you'll read about these stories and more...

• Get your dog spayed or neutered.
• More money for teachers.
• Home invasion leaves one dead.

But first, today's weather:

Humid; a p.m. t-storm or two. High: 85 Low: 69.

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Here are the top stories today in Tulsa:

1. Operation Pit Stop, intended for bully breeds and mixed-pit-breed dogs, will be taking place throughout the month of June at the former Tulsa County Juvenile Detention Center. The Tulsa Animal Welfare and the Humane Society of Tulsa are participating in the event, which will be providing free spay and neuter services, by appointment only. Vaccination and microchips are included. Each participant will be entered to win weekly prizes up to $1,000. For more information, visit Operation Pit Stop. (KTUL)
2. An early morning home invasion on Friday leaves one man shot and dead. Reportedly, when the Tulsa Police arrived at the scene near Admiral and Yale, a man with a gunshot wound was lying in the street. According to 2 News Oklahomoa KJRH Tulsa, "The homeowner told police that the man had entered the home, brandished a firearm, and stole his car. The suspect then returned to the home a second time — that's when police believe the homeowner shot the suspect. The suspect was transported to the hospital but died from his injuries." (2 News Oklahoma KJRH Tulsa)
3. There has been an extension of deadlines for teacher hiring incentives until June 30th. The Tulsa school board has extended the deadline for teacher, who are new to the district, to receive a $4,000 hiring incentive for educators joining the district in the 2023-2024 school year. According to KRMG, "Educators holding certifications in special education, advanced math and science subjects, world languages, and other hard-to-fill roles are also eligible for an additional $2,000, the school district said. To receive the incentive, teachers must hold a standard teaching certificate, be new to the district, and sign a 2023-2024 provisional contract with the district by June 30. In April, the Tulsa Public Schools Board of Education approved bargaining agreements with the Tulsa Classroom Teachers Association and the American Federation of Teachers Local 6048 that included pay increases for teachers and support professionals."(KRMG)

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Today in Tulsa:

Saturday, June 10

• Rose District Farmers Market - City of Broken Arrow (8:00 AM)
• Caffeine with a Cop - City of Broken Arrow (8:00 AM)
• The SpongeBob Musical Auditions (1:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Tulsa Police Department: "This ain't the Autobahn. It's been a while since we shared a Fast and Furious wannabe post. Yesterday afternoon, an Officer stopped this BMW going 103 mph in a 65 mph zone on the BA Expressway. The 17-year-old driver was cited for Aggravated Speeding, and in Oklahoma that requires a court appearance.
  Please stay safe, respect other motorists, and adhere to all traffic laws." (Tulsa Police Department via Facebook)
• Tulsa Police Department: "Races for this year's Saint Francis Tulsa Tough started and will continue through Sunday afternoon. Expect lots of spectators downtown throughout the weekend, with road closures." (Tulsa Police Department via Facebook)
• Oklahoma Alliance for Animals: "Heroes needed for Claire and Beans! Claire and Beans were both found emaciated in North Tulsa by a Good Samaritan on Tuesday evening. Although every rescue is inundated with animals right now, we could not leave them to fend for themselves.Once they are well enough we will place them in homes where they are loved and part of a family, not discarded like garbage! For now, Claire and Beans need lots of prayers as they begin their healing process. We desperately needs your help with donations to help us cover medical costs for these sweet angels. Please, please consider being a hero and making a small donation for Claire and Beans today, they are counting on us! https://bit.ly/OAADonate HTTPS://www.PayPal.me/OKAnimalAlliance Venmo @OKAnimalAlliance" (Oklahoma Alliance for Animals via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Saturday! See you all tomorrow for your next update.

— Karena Garrity

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