Happy New Year BuzzHeads!

If you’re anything like me, the calendar flips and suddenly you want to clean out a drawer, set a couple of goals, and promise yourself you’re going to get out of the house more.

The events calendar is still waking up from the holiday coma, so this week is more about finishing out a few holiday activities. And as soon as the schedules start filling in, you know I’ll be on it and keep you posted.

Stay in the know at EnidBuzz.com.

— Curtis D. Tucker
Creator / Owner

WHAT'S HOT THIS WEEK

Community Calendar

It’s time to fill up the 2026 Enid Community Calendar! Send in your events and they’ll get added to the calendar. If you have weekly events be sure and send that info weekly.

Email your information including dates, times and location to [email protected].

LOCAL NEWS

Enid Has A New Ambulance Service

Mercy Regional EMS has opened their eighth location in Enid. Their priority is to provide the community with a seamless emergency response transition, and they are working in close collaboration with Enid Fire Department and City of Enid to accomplish this.

This is the first time in more than 50 years, Enid has had a new ambulance service, with Mercy Regional of Oklahoma having finalized its acquisition of Life EMS.

Enid city commissioners voted Dec. 2 to approve the application by the Owasso company to operate an ambulance service here.

BUSINESS BUZZ

Expanded Departments Coming to Evans

You might have noticed some changes while shopping at Evans this holiday season. They are excited to announce that they are expanding their Home Medical Equipment Department, adding more brands for their Home Décor Section, and new toys for the Children's Department.

Evans strives to continue to bring products and brands to Enid that have not been available for our community. Joseph and Zach are a viable part of their business, and they need more space for their department to grow. The Home Medical Equipment Department will be moving into the main building of the store to give an adequate amount of space for growth.

Evans has been a staple in the Enid community since 1897 and will be around for many more years to come! 1106 W. Willow.

Thistle Creek Mercantile to Close

Mike & Sara Stuber have new opportunities which means Thistle Creek Mercantile, 1100 N. Van Buren St., will (most likely) be closing its doors. There is an opportunity for an entrepreneur! Here's the post with details:

They do not have a closing date set yet, but if they don't receive interest in the turn-key business fairly soon, they will start having sales on furniture and fixtures. Many of their vendors are already marking items down to sell quickly, so stop by and take advantage of some great sales.

More Business Buzz

Back Nine Lounge is serving Catapult Cuisine — food that is fast, flavorful, and designed to launch your day in the best way. Whether you’re craving a solid breakfast, a satisfying lunch or dinner, or one of their sweet treats, they’ve got something everyone will love. Now open at 120 N Independence.

Park Avenue Pop Up Outlet will be open every FRIDAY on these days in January:

January 2nd 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
January 9th 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
January 16th 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
January 23rd 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
January 30th 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Located at 2nd & Randolph, Downtown Enid

Fill a standard grocery size plastic bag with treasures for just $5, Individual items are $1 each if not in a bag. This sale is for our Pop Up Outlet location only. You can find clothing, shoes, decor, books, holiday items, toys, and so much more! Every bag you fill helps support Enid nonprofits and schools!

Enid Buzz Business Directory - Check out the Enid Business Directory, your online resource for local business in a variety of categories. Go to https://www.enidbuzz.com/business-directory/ for everything from Auto Body Shops to Hospitals. The directory page is promoted on the Enid Buzz blog, on the Enid Buzz Facebook page, in the Enid Buzz Insider email newsletter and on the Enid Buzz podcast. It also ranks in local Google searches.

Send your business buzz to [email protected] 

LOCAL EVENTS

Odd & Spooky Stuff

Two spooky events. One unforgettable day. On March 21, join the Stride Bank Center for Haunted Objects Podcast LIVE, and when you purchase a ticket, you’ll get FREE admission to Odd Oklahoma the same day! Strange stories, unusual vendors, and a full day of weird awaits. Get your tickets now! https://rebrand.ly/hauntedobjects.

Documentary To Be Shown In Enid

Stride Bank Center is proud to announce a special one-night-only screening of 67 Bombs to Enid on Thursday, January 8, bringing this powerful and locally resonant film to the big screen for the Enid community.

Tickets are on sale now. You can purchase online, in person at the box office or over the phone by calling 580-616-7380. 301 S. Independence. https://rebrand.ly/67bombs

More Calendar Events

See upcoming local events listed at www.enidbuzz.com/events/. Get your events on the calendar by emailing info to [email protected]. Below are a few highlights coming soon.

• NOVEMBER 23 - JANUARY 4
The Holidays On Ice skating rink opens today in downtown Enid. You can skate from 2-9pm today. $15 general admission. $10 for ages 10 and under. $12 for military and people with their own skates.

• JANUARY 2
Tonight Rocky Kanaga is back in Enid playing the tunes at Settlers Brewing Co. from 7:30pm-10:30pm. Come on out! 202 E. Randolph.

• JANUARY 10
Donate blood to the KATT Enid Blood Drive and credit it to Tom Nelson. Saturday, January 10 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. in the Community Room at Enid Donor Center, 301 E Cherokee. Donors get a limited edition KATT t-shirt!

More events and details on the calendar!

Restaurant Suggestions

Can’t decide where to eat? Browse the Enid Buzz Quick Restaurant Guide at www.enidbuzz.com/restaurants/. There are over 100 eateries listed with phone and location.

FEATURING:
• Back Nine Lounge, 120 N. Independence
• Napoli’s Italian Restaurant, 225 S. Grand
• Waymaker Coffee - Daily Drinks, 701 W. Willow
• La Salsa - Mexican, 213 W. Willow
• Cafe Coyote - Mexican, 212 Lahoma Rd., Lahoma

If you see a change or correction email [email protected].

Last But Not Least!

Send me any birthdays, anniversaries, or other fun announcements. Also be sure to get your events listed on the calendar.

Thanks again for subscribing to the Enid Insider! If you have an idea for the newsletter or the website please let me know. [email protected]