Tracey Lyall’s devotion for providing love and support to domestic and sexual violence survivors started in 1990 while she was in college, acting as an advocate at the Domestic Violence Intervention Services (DVIS) emergency shelter.
“Seeing and working with families at the shelter was transformative,” she says. “It was then that changed major from business to psychology. The...
Just a smidge off of Route 66 in the heart of historic Yukon, a glass storefront reads “C Bar H Saddlery.” That’s where Clinton “Doc” Hole is working his magic. The Oklahoma maker has been crafting customized saddles since 2009 – and for that first entire year, he grossed $11,000. But during the 2020 pandemic, he filled his biggest...
Philatelics, the study of postage stamps and history, may not illicit the flashy appeal that some hobbies do, but it’s still a mentally rewarding activity with an avid following in Oklahoma.
The state has a rich history when it comes to stamps. For starters, the Oklahoma Philatelic Society has roots going all the way back to 1933, when horses graced...
When Andy Kinslow, founder of KKT Architects, decided to venture down a new career path, doors opened for Sarah Gould. No stranger to leadership within the Tulsa-based, full-service architecture firm, Gould took on the role of president and CEO in July 2020.
The firm, opened in 1989, has been steadily progressing for decades, and Gould is thrilled to be at...
A Day in the Life
Ralph Waldo Emerson famously said: “The Earth laughs in flowers.” With a bit more normalcy returning to life, people are searching for ways to beautify their personal spaces. Whether you’re interested in brightening up a room with a splash of color or you’re planning a major event, flowers are always a smart choice. But the...
It’s been a strange year and a half for many Oklahoma businesses, and the state’s two prominent zoos are no exception. As the country emerges from COVID-era restrictions, there’s plenty on the horizon.
Tulsa Zoo
With everyone trying to get back to normal, the Tulsa Zoo is more than ready for people to return for summertime activities. The newest addition to...
Cryptocurrency can be a confusing topic for the uninitiated, but all it takes is a little explanation to begin to understand this digital currency and its ramifications for online buying and investing.
Digital or virtual currency has been around since the early 1990s, but has become more common since the rise of the internet, smartphones and app technology, as well...
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Emma Sloan
Classen School of Advanced Studies at NortheastAttending: Oklahoma City University
Intended major: Pre-engineering because of my love for math and science. I have always looked up to engineers because of how brilliant they seem.
Biggest influences: My parents. They always push me to do my best and work as hard as I can. I...
Getting Back intothe Swing of Things
For many institutions, like the University of Tulsa and the University of Oklahoma, this fall marks a full return to in-person learning and campus activities.
“In May 2020, after two months of online instruction and remote work, the university began its phased return to normal operations,” says David A. Surratt, Ed.D., OU’s vice president of...
For the last 22 years, we’ve asked Oklahomans a simple question: Who’s the best? And as always, you’ve responded with ample enthusiasm, coming out in droves to let us know your favorites. It’s been a tough year and a half, no doubt about it, but local businesses have responded to adversity with sheer Okie grit, continuing to deliver the...
