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The Best of the Best
Youve spoken. The 2010 The Best of the Best awards include the very best of everything from the best place to get a burger to the best cleaner to remove that stubborn ketchup stain. Check out the com read article
Luxury Homes: Elegance & Efficiency
Todays luxury homes focus on exquisite detailing and custom furnishings and finishes, but they are also about comfort, sustainability and serving the needs of the occupants. Join us for a tour of thr read article
Top Doctors
In the June issue, Oklahoma Magazine is pleased to present our annual survey of Oklahomas Top Doctors compiled by Castle Connolly, publishers of Americas Top Doctors 132 of the states top physici read article
Small Town, Big Personality
From Guthrie to Medicine Park, we tour five Oklahoma towns that have turned small town charm into tourism dollars. read article
Country Cooking
Country Cooking Life has a way of throwing curve balls, even when youre a celebrity. As part of our annual Womens Issue, contributing editor John Wooley chats with country music superstar and Owass read article
The New Breadwinner
Women in the workforce. Women at the top of their professions. Women achieving financial success in business. None of these things are new. What is new is a trend that reflects a sharp increase in the read article
Reinventing a Masterpiece
When the bottom fell out from under the economy, the leadership of Philbrook Museum of Art knew things would have to change. However, rather than cutting back and doing less, the museum decided to loo read article
Building Dreams
As part of our special home section in the March issue, we talk with five industry professionals who offer advice on what turns a house into a home. From personal touches, such as art and wall d￩cor, read article
Fashion Forward
From great handbags to fabulous party dresses, the states emerging fashion designers do it all. We visit with seven of the Sooner States up-and-coming designers about their design aesthetic and the read article
Single in the City 2010
Single can mean a lot of things these days: looking for love, playing the field, perfectly content or freaking out because your clock is ticking. As luck would have it, if you still havent found the read article
Underground Oklahoma
Oklahoma is known for extraordinary ecological diversity, but you might be surprised to learn that the Sooner States natural wonders extend far below the surface. Oklahoma Magazine takes you undergro read article
2009 Oklahomans of the Year
In our inaugural Oklahomans of the Year awards, we recognize individuals and institutions in a wide range of categories that stood out in 2009 and helped make the Sooner State a better place. read article
Unlawful Lawmen
What happens to the communitys protection when men and women behind the badge go bad? Should citizens trust their local law enforcement? And how often does the law enforcer become the lawbreaker? Fea read article
People With Style
Dressed up or down. Designer or thrift store. We've assembled 22 Oklahomans with great style. read article
Where the Buffalo Roam
Feature writer Tara Thompson explores the history of one of the nations oldest land preserves and the crucial role the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge played in saving the American bison from extin read article
Tulsa vs. OKC
Oklahoma is home to two very different, yet fantastic, metropolitan areas, and we love them both. However, that doesnt keep the two cities from maintaining a healthy rivalry and a constant effort to read article
The Saga of Elmer McCurdy
When Oklahoma outlaw Elmer McCurdy met his end in a shootout in 1911, it was really just the beginning of his earthly adventures. Contributing editor John Wooley recounts the tail of one criminal who read article
Public Enemy No. 1
Overeating, poor nutrition and lack of physical activity have earned Oklahoma the distinction of being one of the fattest states in the Union. With this predicament comes unprecedented levels of heart read article
Vanishing Trades
In a world where theres an iPhone application for everything and we live in a constant quest to make everything faster and easier, its somehow reassuring to meet people who do good, honest work much read article
The Lady Mayo
She was a glittering jewel of Tulsas glory days as Oil Capital of the World. She played host to rock stars, movie stars, presidents, dignitaries and socialites galore. If it was a social event of not read article
Spare Some Change?
Cities of every size struggle with the issues surrounding panhandling, and Oklahomas cities are no exception. Dealing with the problem requires a careful balance between the rights of those asking fo read article
Start Your Engines
Under bright lights, racers with polished cars take their positions as engines rev in anticipation. The moment comes when the checkered flag finally waves, and the cars burst forth from the starting l read article
The State of Aid
Paying for a college education is a challenge for most families and with dour economic news dominating the headlines, many are worried that the tuition dollars they need wont be available. Oklahoma M read article
Luxe Living
Oklahoma Magazine takes you inside four amazing homes for a look at latest in luxury living. read article
Watermelon Slim
Oklahoma bluesman Watermelon Slim has been nominated for more than a dozen Blues Music Awards, and his international fan base includes the likes of Bonnie Raitt. Contributing editor John Wooley follow read article
The Great Escape
Its the time of year when minds turn to a singular topic: VACATION. As part of our summer travel special feature, we searched high and low for short trips and fun activities right here in the Sooner read article
Waiting for Justice
On June 8, 2008, the brutal murders of Taylor Paschal-Placker, 13, and Skyla Whitaker, 11, rocked the sleepy town of Weleetka to its core. A year later, the killer or killers remain on the loose and t read article
Women Helping Women
Oklahoma is one of the worst places in the country to be a woman. The state ranks 48th in the overall status of women, and we fare miserably in many key socioeconomic studies. For instance, Oklahoma p read article
Water Wars
Irving, Tex. is growing so fast that demand for water threatens to outpace supply. The city has turned to its neighbors to the north with a contentious plan to purchase water from Hugo, Okla., which read article
Wine Country
read article
A Tale of Two Renovations
Oklahoma Magazine takes you inside two historic buildings that have received modern transformations. First, we visit a former chemical factory in Tulsas East End thats been turned into a spacious ur read article
The Best of Everything for Kids
Whats the best way to get your baby to sleep? Where can you throw your child a unique birthday party? Where do you take the kiddos when youre looking for a fun and free day out? We answer all of read article
Single in The City
This month, Oklahoma Magazine takes a look at the single life in Oklahoma, featuring 24 smoking hot singles that are part of our Single in the City charity auctions benefiting Make-A-Wish Foundation. read article
Still Searching
With a concentration of top-notch universities, government facilities and prominence in areas such as energy, agriculture and aerospace, the Sooner state produces volumes of important studies each yea read article
Dazzle in the Detail
As part of the 2009 Wedding Issue, Oklahoma Magazine talks to David Tutera, party planner to the stars and host of WEtvs My Fair Wedding, about ways to put pizzazz into your wedding or special event. read article
Rockabilly Royalty
By the time Maud, Okla. native Wanda Jackson was 20 years old, she had already signed with a major record label, dated Elvis Presley and made a name for herself among the founders of rock and roll. Ok read article
People With Style
Oklahoma Magazine pays tribute to a diverse group of Oklahomans who exude a great sense of personal style, regardless of whether they wear high-end designer duds or can pull together an eye-popping ou read article
Getting Her Kicks
What's the hardest thing you have ever done? Your answer may not be the same as the next guy, but many say it's running a marathon. read article
The Time of His Life
David Cook was catapulted into stardom when he became the eighth American Idol. Oklahoma Magazine caught up with the former Oklahoman as the American Idols Live North American Tour was winding down. I read article
Single in the City
Tulsa's young professional population is booming thanks to organizations that stress community involvement, networking and volunteering. read article
Oklahoma's Amazing Athletes
For 100 years, the name of the game in our state has been sports. As part of our ongoing build-up to the approaching centennial, we offer a look at some of the most notable Oklahoma athletes, distinct read article
Higher Learning in Oklahoma
A history of the state's leading colleges and universities. read article
Wireless in America
More Americans are using wireless communication devices than ever, as phones become smarter and increasingly aid in both business and everyday life. We explore the state of the wireless industry. read article
A century of Sooner governance
Oklahomas statehood can be traced back to 1907, but when exactly did state politics begin? It may not be possible to mark the precise origin of Oklahomas political history how do you pinpoint the read article
Native Pride
Oklahoma is home to a thriving population of Native Americans, proud people who have overcome racism, poverty and murderous attacks on self and tradition. As we approach our states centennial, we tak read article
travel guide
STATES OF MIND Lets not be modest: Oklahoma has so much to offer in the way of fun destinations and relaxing getaways. But so do other states, of course, and with that in mind, this year in our Trav read article
The Best of The Best 2007
Super. Stellar. Splendid. All are adjectives that apply equally well to each and every person and business selected by the readers of Oklahoma Magazine as part of our annual The Best of the Best surve read article
Education 2007
Its that time of year again: Students are getting ready to hit campus, and parents are starting to worry about what will happen when they do. Its also time for Oklahoma Magazine to present our 11th read article
Oklahomas torious Outlaws
Our states history is full of legendary criminals and their brave pursuers. As part of our ongoing build-up to the approaching centennial, we offer a look at some of the most infamous of the Oklahoma read article
A Century of Structures
Oklahomas buildings tell the story of who we are, where weve been and where were going. As part of our ongoing build-up to the approaching Centennial Celebration, we offer a look at some of the mos read article
Fall Fashion Preview
We share the hottest fall trends to keep you warm and stylish as the weather turns cool. Plus, a preview of how famed designer Carmen Marc Valvo, model Amber Valletta and this years Pink Ribbon Event read article
Making Sense of Myeloma
This year, doctors will diagnose an estimated 19,900 new cases of myeloma a type of blood cancer. That may seem like a lot, and probably one too many to the individual receiving the diagnosis, but m read article
10 Minutes That Changed Us
The course of history can change in just 60 seconds. read article
100+ Individuals Who Shaped Us
100+ individuals who made the biggest impact both positive or negative on our state and our daily lives during the past century. read article
25 Great Plates
Oklahoma Magazine presents 25 amazing dishes from 25 great restaurants. Our list runs the gamut from appetizers and desserts to salads and entrees and we even include 32 other spots we just couldnt b read article
Designers' Homes
Six venerable Oklahoma designers share the secrets of working on their toughest projects their own homes. Get a peak at how design experts live at home and pick up tips for creating your own perfect read article
The NightWriters
Meet the NightWriters a Tulsa writers club that has been helping writers get published for more than 55 years. read article
Shades of Grey's
You know her as Rose, Patrick Dempsys [AKA McDreamy] newest love interest on the hit show Greys Anatomy. But to Tulsans who grew up with her, shes Laur, the Cascia Hall graduate whos doing big thi read article
10 Women You Should Know
Meet ten incredible Oklahoma women who define success in their own terms women who inspire us to try harder, live better and get more out of life. read article
Cross Timbers
The great Cross Timbers forest of the central United States once covered 30,000 square miles and formed a nearly impenetrable barrier between the Great Plains and eastern woodlands. Today, Oklahoma is read article
Is Oklahoma Losing Its Voice?
Oklahomas Native American tribes are in a race against time to save their indigenous languages. The Euchee tribe has launched an aggressive effort to teach their native tongue to the tribes children read article
The New Energy Pioneers
Innovative Oklahoma companies are developing new ways to tap old energy sources while still protecting the environment. read article
Luxury Defined
Oklahoma Magazine takes you inside five multi-million dollar luxury homes, covering a wide variety of styles from Country French to 30s glam. read article
Broadway Baby
South Pacific star Kelli OHara talks about growing up in Elk City, marriage, Tony nominations and making an album with Harry Connick Jr. read article
Alley Oop!
read article
What Do You Want To Be?
Oklahoma Magazine learns what it takes to make your mark in five uncommon careers. read article
Cultural Affairs
read article
How to Make a Gallon of Gas: Part 1
read article
Faded Glory
read article
The Doctor Is Out
read article
75 Great Oklahoma Websites
To say the Internet has changed the world is a bit of an understatement its nothing short of a virtual revolution. Oklahoma Magazine has rounded up 75 of the states most interesting and informativ read article
Not in My State
The passage of House Bill 1804 was one of the most controversial and polarizing political issues in recent years. Those on both sides of the matter are still fighting a year after the bill took effect read article
Youve spoken. The 2010 The Best of the Best awards include the very best of everything from the best place to get a burger to the best cleaner to remove that stubborn ketchup stain. Check out the com read article
Luxury Homes: Elegance & Efficiency
Todays luxury homes focus on exquisite detailing and custom furnishings and finishes, but they are also about comfort, sustainability and serving the needs of the occupants. Join us for a tour of thr read article
Top Doctors
In the June issue, Oklahoma Magazine is pleased to present our annual survey of Oklahomas Top Doctors compiled by Castle Connolly, publishers of Americas Top Doctors 132 of the states top physici read article
Small Town, Big Personality
From Guthrie to Medicine Park, we tour five Oklahoma towns that have turned small town charm into tourism dollars. read article
Country Cooking
Country Cooking Life has a way of throwing curve balls, even when youre a celebrity. As part of our annual Womens Issue, contributing editor John Wooley chats with country music superstar and Owass read article
The New Breadwinner
Women in the workforce. Women at the top of their professions. Women achieving financial success in business. None of these things are new. What is new is a trend that reflects a sharp increase in the read article
Reinventing a Masterpiece
When the bottom fell out from under the economy, the leadership of Philbrook Museum of Art knew things would have to change. However, rather than cutting back and doing less, the museum decided to loo read article
Building Dreams
As part of our special home section in the March issue, we talk with five industry professionals who offer advice on what turns a house into a home. From personal touches, such as art and wall d￩cor, read article
Fashion Forward
From great handbags to fabulous party dresses, the states emerging fashion designers do it all. We visit with seven of the Sooner States up-and-coming designers about their design aesthetic and the read article
Single in the City 2010
Single can mean a lot of things these days: looking for love, playing the field, perfectly content or freaking out because your clock is ticking. As luck would have it, if you still havent found the read article
Underground Oklahoma
Oklahoma is known for extraordinary ecological diversity, but you might be surprised to learn that the Sooner States natural wonders extend far below the surface. Oklahoma Magazine takes you undergro read article
2009 Oklahomans of the Year
In our inaugural Oklahomans of the Year awards, we recognize individuals and institutions in a wide range of categories that stood out in 2009 and helped make the Sooner State a better place. read article
Unlawful Lawmen
What happens to the communitys protection when men and women behind the badge go bad? Should citizens trust their local law enforcement? And how often does the law enforcer become the lawbreaker? Fea read article
People With Style
Dressed up or down. Designer or thrift store. We've assembled 22 Oklahomans with great style. read article
Where the Buffalo Roam
Feature writer Tara Thompson explores the history of one of the nations oldest land preserves and the crucial role the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge played in saving the American bison from extin read article
Tulsa vs. OKC
Oklahoma is home to two very different, yet fantastic, metropolitan areas, and we love them both. However, that doesnt keep the two cities from maintaining a healthy rivalry and a constant effort to read article
The Saga of Elmer McCurdy
When Oklahoma outlaw Elmer McCurdy met his end in a shootout in 1911, it was really just the beginning of his earthly adventures. Contributing editor John Wooley recounts the tail of one criminal who read article
Public Enemy No. 1
Overeating, poor nutrition and lack of physical activity have earned Oklahoma the distinction of being one of the fattest states in the Union. With this predicament comes unprecedented levels of heart read article
Vanishing Trades
In a world where theres an iPhone application for everything and we live in a constant quest to make everything faster and easier, its somehow reassuring to meet people who do good, honest work much read article
The Lady Mayo
She was a glittering jewel of Tulsas glory days as Oil Capital of the World. She played host to rock stars, movie stars, presidents, dignitaries and socialites galore. If it was a social event of not read article
Spare Some Change?
Cities of every size struggle with the issues surrounding panhandling, and Oklahomas cities are no exception. Dealing with the problem requires a careful balance between the rights of those asking fo read article
Start Your Engines
Under bright lights, racers with polished cars take their positions as engines rev in anticipation. The moment comes when the checkered flag finally waves, and the cars burst forth from the starting l read article
The State of Aid
Paying for a college education is a challenge for most families and with dour economic news dominating the headlines, many are worried that the tuition dollars they need wont be available. Oklahoma M read article
Luxe Living
Oklahoma Magazine takes you inside four amazing homes for a look at latest in luxury living. read article
Watermelon Slim
Oklahoma bluesman Watermelon Slim has been nominated for more than a dozen Blues Music Awards, and his international fan base includes the likes of Bonnie Raitt. Contributing editor John Wooley follow read article
The Great Escape
Its the time of year when minds turn to a singular topic: VACATION. As part of our summer travel special feature, we searched high and low for short trips and fun activities right here in the Sooner read article
Waiting for Justice
On June 8, 2008, the brutal murders of Taylor Paschal-Placker, 13, and Skyla Whitaker, 11, rocked the sleepy town of Weleetka to its core. A year later, the killer or killers remain on the loose and t read article
Women Helping Women
Oklahoma is one of the worst places in the country to be a woman. The state ranks 48th in the overall status of women, and we fare miserably in many key socioeconomic studies. For instance, Oklahoma p read article
Water Wars
Irving, Tex. is growing so fast that demand for water threatens to outpace supply. The city has turned to its neighbors to the north with a contentious plan to purchase water from Hugo, Okla., which read article
Wine Country
read article
A Tale of Two Renovations
Oklahoma Magazine takes you inside two historic buildings that have received modern transformations. First, we visit a former chemical factory in Tulsas East End thats been turned into a spacious ur read article
The Best of Everything for Kids
Whats the best way to get your baby to sleep? Where can you throw your child a unique birthday party? Where do you take the kiddos when youre looking for a fun and free day out? We answer all of read article
Single in The City
This month, Oklahoma Magazine takes a look at the single life in Oklahoma, featuring 24 smoking hot singles that are part of our Single in the City charity auctions benefiting Make-A-Wish Foundation. read article
Still Searching
With a concentration of top-notch universities, government facilities and prominence in areas such as energy, agriculture and aerospace, the Sooner state produces volumes of important studies each yea read article
Dazzle in the Detail
As part of the 2009 Wedding Issue, Oklahoma Magazine talks to David Tutera, party planner to the stars and host of WEtvs My Fair Wedding, about ways to put pizzazz into your wedding or special event. read article
Rockabilly Royalty
By the time Maud, Okla. native Wanda Jackson was 20 years old, she had already signed with a major record label, dated Elvis Presley and made a name for herself among the founders of rock and roll. Ok read article
People With Style
Oklahoma Magazine pays tribute to a diverse group of Oklahomans who exude a great sense of personal style, regardless of whether they wear high-end designer duds or can pull together an eye-popping ou read article
Getting Her Kicks
What's the hardest thing you have ever done? Your answer may not be the same as the next guy, but many say it's running a marathon. read article
The Time of His Life
David Cook was catapulted into stardom when he became the eighth American Idol. Oklahoma Magazine caught up with the former Oklahoman as the American Idols Live North American Tour was winding down. I read article
Single in the City
Tulsa's young professional population is booming thanks to organizations that stress community involvement, networking and volunteering. read article
Oklahoma's Amazing Athletes
For 100 years, the name of the game in our state has been sports. As part of our ongoing build-up to the approaching centennial, we offer a look at some of the most notable Oklahoma athletes, distinct read article
Higher Learning in Oklahoma
A history of the state's leading colleges and universities. read article
Wireless in America
More Americans are using wireless communication devices than ever, as phones become smarter and increasingly aid in both business and everyday life. We explore the state of the wireless industry. read article
A century of Sooner governance
Oklahomas statehood can be traced back to 1907, but when exactly did state politics begin? It may not be possible to mark the precise origin of Oklahomas political history how do you pinpoint the read article
Native Pride
Oklahoma is home to a thriving population of Native Americans, proud people who have overcome racism, poverty and murderous attacks on self and tradition. As we approach our states centennial, we tak read article
travel guide
STATES OF MIND Lets not be modest: Oklahoma has so much to offer in the way of fun destinations and relaxing getaways. But so do other states, of course, and with that in mind, this year in our Trav read article
The Best of The Best 2007
Super. Stellar. Splendid. All are adjectives that apply equally well to each and every person and business selected by the readers of Oklahoma Magazine as part of our annual The Best of the Best surve read article
Education 2007
Its that time of year again: Students are getting ready to hit campus, and parents are starting to worry about what will happen when they do. Its also time for Oklahoma Magazine to present our 11th read article
Oklahomas torious Outlaws
Our states history is full of legendary criminals and their brave pursuers. As part of our ongoing build-up to the approaching centennial, we offer a look at some of the most infamous of the Oklahoma read article
A Century of Structures
Oklahomas buildings tell the story of who we are, where weve been and where were going. As part of our ongoing build-up to the approaching Centennial Celebration, we offer a look at some of the mos read article
Fall Fashion Preview
We share the hottest fall trends to keep you warm and stylish as the weather turns cool. Plus, a preview of how famed designer Carmen Marc Valvo, model Amber Valletta and this years Pink Ribbon Event read article
Making Sense of Myeloma
This year, doctors will diagnose an estimated 19,900 new cases of myeloma a type of blood cancer. That may seem like a lot, and probably one too many to the individual receiving the diagnosis, but m read article
10 Minutes That Changed Us
The course of history can change in just 60 seconds. read article
100+ Individuals Who Shaped Us
100+ individuals who made the biggest impact both positive or negative on our state and our daily lives during the past century. read article
25 Great Plates
Oklahoma Magazine presents 25 amazing dishes from 25 great restaurants. Our list runs the gamut from appetizers and desserts to salads and entrees and we even include 32 other spots we just couldnt b read article
Designers' Homes
Six venerable Oklahoma designers share the secrets of working on their toughest projects their own homes. Get a peak at how design experts live at home and pick up tips for creating your own perfect read article
The NightWriters
Meet the NightWriters a Tulsa writers club that has been helping writers get published for more than 55 years. read article
Shades of Grey's
You know her as Rose, Patrick Dempsys [AKA McDreamy] newest love interest on the hit show Greys Anatomy. But to Tulsans who grew up with her, shes Laur, the Cascia Hall graduate whos doing big thi read article
10 Women You Should Know
Meet ten incredible Oklahoma women who define success in their own terms women who inspire us to try harder, live better and get more out of life. read article
Cross Timbers
The great Cross Timbers forest of the central United States once covered 30,000 square miles and formed a nearly impenetrable barrier between the Great Plains and eastern woodlands. Today, Oklahoma is read article
Is Oklahoma Losing Its Voice?
Oklahomas Native American tribes are in a race against time to save their indigenous languages. The Euchee tribe has launched an aggressive effort to teach their native tongue to the tribes children read article
The New Energy Pioneers
Innovative Oklahoma companies are developing new ways to tap old energy sources while still protecting the environment. read article
Luxury Defined
Oklahoma Magazine takes you inside five multi-million dollar luxury homes, covering a wide variety of styles from Country French to 30s glam. read article
Broadway Baby
South Pacific star Kelli OHara talks about growing up in Elk City, marriage, Tony nominations and making an album with Harry Connick Jr. read article
Alley Oop!
read article
What Do You Want To Be?
Oklahoma Magazine learns what it takes to make your mark in five uncommon careers. read article
Cultural Affairs
read article
How to Make a Gallon of Gas: Part 1
read article
Faded Glory
read article
The Doctor Is Out
read article
75 Great Oklahoma Websites
To say the Internet has changed the world is a bit of an understatement its nothing short of a virtual revolution. Oklahoma Magazine has rounded up 75 of the states most interesting and informativ read article
Not in My State
The passage of House Bill 1804 was one of the most controversial and polarizing political issues in recent years. Those on both sides of the matter are still fighting a year after the bill took effect read article
