Created in 1947, the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority (OTA) constructs, maintains, repairs and operates turnpike projects at locations authorized by the legislature and approved by the State Department of Transportation (ODOT). The OTA provided for construction of the state’s first turnpike – the Turner Turnpike. Today, Oklahoma has 12 turnpikes covering 630.1 miles.
“In 1947, Oklahoma did not have a paved,...
Ever wondered what it takes to join the ranks of Oklahoma’s most lauded performing arts companies? We profile three such artists from the OKC Ballet, Tulsa Opera and OKC Philharmonic to explore their day-to-days, education and interests outside the world of performance.
Kara Joy Troester Blythe
Oklahoma City Ballet
Always on her toes, Kara Joy Troester Blythe is starting her eighth season...
Democrats Monroe Nichols and Karen Keith, who emerged from the Aug. 27 mayoral primary as Tulsa’s top two choices, face each other again during a run-off on Nov. 5.
“There is not a more consequential position in elected office when it comes to impacting people’s lives in a positive way, than that of mayor,” says Nichols, who is wrapping up...
The COVID-19 pandemic has taken a toll on the healthcare industry, especially when it comes to worker shortages – as these led to nationwide healthcare issues like decreased quality of care and longer wait times. On a state level, leadership in the industry is looking to hire and retain skilled healthcare workers through a variety of avenues. In fact,...
Taking pictures has become something many people do on a daily basis. After all, lives are defined by images. Much of the credit for this can be laid at the feet of smartphones. Many people take pictures merely to document their lives for future nostalgia or to share with friends and loved ones, but what about those who want...
If you’re ever in the mood to go looking for television pioneers, you could start right here in our state. Among those who made lasting marks in ’50s TV are Claremore native Patti Page, who had three shows on two different networks through most of that decade, complementing her numerous hit records; Tulsa’s Blake Edwards, who created the archetypal...
Tierra del Fuego is about as far south as you can get while still being in civilization. It’s the land at the End of the World – the extreme southern tip of Argentina, just across the mythical Strait of Magellan in Patagonia. The island is also the jumping off point for stout-hearted Antarctica adventurers.
The gateway into Tierra del Fuego...
According to the American Cancer Society, breast cancer remains one of the most common forms of cancer in American women, with 1 in 8 women expected to be diagnosed with invasive breast cancer in their lifetimes. Regular screening tests are the best way to detect cancer early, and guidelines for screenings have recently changed.
Wajeeha Razaq, M.D., who specializes in...
Life has its ups and downs – and when the downs get a little too low, reaching out for help via one of Oklahoma’s many support groups is an excellent, sometimes life-saving, choice to make.
Whether you are seeking information and guidance regarding a chronic medical condition such as cancer, grief support after the loss of a loved one, assistance...
Goblins on Grand – Ponca City’s 20th annual free, citywide Halloween event that draws thousands to the northern Oklahoma city’s downtown – is just one reason to give the Kay County community more than a cursory glance.
Maci Graves, Ponca City’s Main Street director, says more than 80 booths are lined up for the frightfully spooky Oct. 17 festivities. Last...
