The Ultimate Holiday Party Timeline
While you may be dead-set on hosting the holiday party of the century, that doesn’t mean you need to spend weeks in a state of pure panic. Whether you’re planning a Halloween bash, a Thanksgiving feast, a Christmas dinner or a New Year’s Eve soirée, the key is simple: a little advance planning to make...
Featured photo: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s back-to-back MVP awards underscore his emergence as one of the NBA’s premier players and the centerpiece of the Thunder’s pursuit of sustained excellence. Photo courtesy NBAE/Getty Images
Built to Last: What’s Next for the OKC Thunder
For the Oklahoma City Thunder, the question posed after a championship is not necessarily how to win another one. It is...
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At the end of the day, says Matt Bacon, “the market is not the economy.”
“A lot of people try to focus on what’s going on in the economy to predict what’s going on in the market,” says Bacon, president and CEO of Tulsa-based HoganTaylor Wealth, a fiduciary wealth management/financial planning firm and subsidiary of HoganTaylor.
“But the market is...
By 2034, it’s projected that there will be more Oklahomans over the age of 65 than children under 18. To help address this unprecedented population shift, Oklahoma Human Services (OHS) has rolled out Aging Our Way: a multi-sector, state-led iniative that focuses on everything from affordable housing to caregiver support and community health resources.
OHS professionals Nadine Walter, director of...
Featured photo: Tulsa State Fair, Expo Square; Oct. 1-11. All photos courtesy the respective event/hosting business
Oklahoma State Fair & Tulsa State Fair
The Oklahoma State Fair returns Sept. 17-27 to OKC Fair Park, celebrating the state’s thriving agriculture, manufacturing and commerce while offering nearly two weeks of all-ages entertainment. One of North America’s top state fairs, the event offers classic...
Higher education is evolving, with Oklahoma universities rethinking how they welcome students, support them through their transition to college, and help them build meaningful paths beyond graduation through hands-on learning, entrepreneurship and career-connected experiences. The result is a more cohesive college experience, where students are encouraged to explore, build confidence and see a clearer line between study and future...
They are innovators, volunteers, scholars, athletes, researchers and leaders — young people already leaving their marks on the world. Through hard work, vision, empathy and an unwavering drive to excel, these outstanding high school seniors have distinguished themselves in extraordinary ways.
Kate Roller
Cascia Hall
Attending: University of Chicago
Intended major: I’m still exploring my options, but I’m leaning toward either Computer Science...
Across Oklahoma, tribal nations are expanding economic opportunity, preserving cultural traditions and investing in future generations. From advanced aviation and healthcare initiatives to environmental stewardship and youth leadership, Native nations are reshaping our communities for the better.
An Expanding Business Portfolio
As with many of the tribes based in Oklahoma, the Choctaw Nation’s economic development activities extend well beyond the gaming...
Whether you’re drawn to symphonies, ballet, theater, opera or visual art, Oklahoma’s cultural calendar offers something that will inspire. We preview the exhibitions, events and performances audiences won’t want to miss in 2026 and 2027.
Celebrity Attractions
Celebrity Attractions’ CEO Kristin Dotson says the varied line-up in the 2026-2027 season will provide an entertaining experience for every taste.
“There is a lot...
