Tulsa Tech Boom, Remote Work Growth, and Oilers Hockey Highlights | Tulsa Local Pulse

Good morning, this is Tulsa Local Pulse for February 6, 2025. We're starting off the day with some exciting news from the tech scene. The city is booming with a 27% growth in software developer roles and an average salary of $88,448. This growth is expected to continue, with cybersecurity jobs projected to grow by 35% by 2031. If you're looking to break into tech, Tulsa Technology Center and Tulsa Community College offer over 80 career programs in areas like IT System Administration and Mobile App Development, with many programs wrapping up in under two years. In other news, the Tulsa Post SAME Industry Day is taking place today and tomorrow at the Renaissance Tulsa Hotel & Convention Center. This event brings together professionals from various industries, including engineering and architecture, to discuss the latest trends and innovations. If you're looking for a job, mark your calendars for February 19, when a career fair will be held at the Oklahoma Works office. Multiple companies, including Tulsa Public Schools and ScribeAmerica, will be hiring for various positions. In sports, the Tulsa Oilers are on a roll, having won their fourth consecutive game. They'll be hosting Thirsty Thursday tonight at the BOK Center, with a pre-party starting at 5:30 p.m. in the Grand Lobby. Now, let's talk about the weather. Today is expected to be partly cloudy with a high of 58 degrees. It's a great day to get out and enjoy some of the city's outdoor activities. In community news, the Tulsa Remote program is continuing to attract remote workers to the city, offering a $10,000 grant and other perks. This program has already brought in over 2,400 remote workers, with an average income of $104,600. We also want to highlight some local school achievements. Tulsa Public Schools have been making strides in STEM education, with programs like the Career Academy at Tulsa Technology Center helping students transition directly into the tech workforce. Unfortunately, we do have some crime news to report. There have been no significant incidents in the past 24 hours, but we always want to remind our listeners to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities. Finally, we want to share a feel-good community story. The Tulsa Remote program is not only bringing in new residents but also contributing to the local economy, with participants projected to add $500 million in new local earnings by 2025. This has been Tulsa Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates. This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.