With its extensive, impressive spectrum of programs and services available to residents of all ages in all 77 counties, you’d think Oklahomans would have their nearby OSU Extension office on speed dial. But only 40% of residents know what it is and what it does.
Damona Doye, Ph.D., OSU Extension’s associate vice president, manages the daily operations of 500 staff...
In my 20 years of writing this column, I’ve naturally spotlighted some people more than once. But I suspect I’ve devoted more words here to Tulsa’s music impresario, Jim Halsey, than I have to anyone else.
Of course, there are good reasons for that. When I joined the entertainment section of the Tulsa World, back in 1983, the Tulsa-based Jim...
Drought is not new to Oklahoma – in fact, it has always been a regular part of life in the state. Oklahoma sits in a transition zone between the humid eastern U.S. and the semi-arid High Plains climate, thus, rainfall naturally swings a lot from year to year and decade to decade.
The good news is that in the long-term,...
Recycling is a complex system throughout Oklahoma. Thousands of citizens participate in one way or another, but what exactly is getting recycled?
“The City of Oklahoma City accepts six specific types of recyclables in its residential curbside recycling program,” says Jennifer McClintock, spokesperson for the Oklahoma City Utilities Department. “These include paper, cardboard, glass bottles and jars, aluminum and steel...
Where do you go when you want to experience a menagerie of senses? Or awaken to the aroma of Turkish espresso while viewing splendid architecture outside your hotel window? Do you desire to walk lively streets and bazaars of exotic spices, huge figs and roasted chestnuts? Or turn a corner to enter the Grand Bazaar, where thousands of shops...
While Oklahomans cope with the warmth – and oftentimes nastiness – of late spring weather, the clock has already pushed ahead to the inevitable onset of summer and its accompanying searing heat.
In Oklahoma, that heat, which can skyrocket to 100 degrees or higher, is exacerbated much of the time by an unwelcome accomplice: humidity. Higher levels of humidity can...
For anyone thinking about heading towards or currently in their golden years, a myriad of evolving opportunities are available for this stage of life. Aging in place in one’s own home, with in-home support when needed, may not always be an option. However, everything from amenity-rich communities to traditional nursing care is available in Oklahoma. It’s important to understand...
Described as both gifted and challenged, twice-exceptional kids, called 2E kids for short, possess both intellectual giftedness and one or more learning disabilities. The tension between these two realities can make learning a complicated and frustrating experience. However, according to the Child Mind Institute, an organization dedicated to helping children who are experiencing mental health and learning disorders, the...
Located in the heart of southern Oklahoma, Sulphur is a small-town gem perfect for a relaxing day trip or stop along a broader journey. With natural springs, rich history and vibrant cultural heritage, this Murray County community invites visitors to slow down, explore and soak in life’s simple pleasures. Whether you’re craving outdoor adventure, a quiet read or a...
