The Peggy V. Helmerich Distinguished Author Award is given by the Tulsa Library Trust and Tulsa City-County Library. Its purpose is to give formal recognition to acclaimed authors who have written a distinguished body of work and made a major contribution to the field of literature and letters. Alongside the recognition, the honoree receives a $40,000 cash prize and...

A Spirited Sport

Pom dancers across various institutions and teams share a common dedication to their craft, showcasing their talents at events while managing the intricate balance between rigorous practices and academic commitments.  One might wonder about the sheer dedication required to be part of a dynamic dance squad. According to Beki Jackson, OSU spirit coordinator and pom coach, each member of OSU...

Your Inner Picasso

It’s been said that creating art can be good for the soul and for mental health, but what if you think you don’t have any artistic aptitude? That’s where local classes and teachers can step in to help you reach your potential. A variety of classes are held locally, and for people who don’t have experience or feel they don’t...
From stand-up to dance, musicals and symphonies, May is jam-packed with goodies.  At the Tulsa PAC, visit May 3-12 for American Theatre Company’s rendition of Under the Skin. May 4 brings Golden Girls: The Laugh Continues, with a repeat performance at OKC’s Civic Center the next night, and you’ll see Tulsa Symphony’s season closer, Mahler 5, on May 11. Celebrity...
When FLINT – a new American destination at the historic Colcord Hotel in Oklahoma City – reopened last August after a major renovation, it felt like a breath of fresh air. The transformation of its interior features is complemented by the food, brunch menu, artisanal cocktails and award-winning wine selection, but at the heart of it all is the...
Locally owned and operated, Hopscotch is a trendy New American restaurant in OKC with an expansive menu, self described as ‘eclectic.’  Starters run the gamut from soup and grilled cheese bites to bruschetta, Brussels sprouts, nachos, deviled eggs, lettuce wraps, wings and quesadillas. If you’re looking to keep it light, try the tortilla, French onion or tomato soup with a...
Trends in Education: What’s New and What’s Next The world of education is fast-moving, with existing and emerging trends impacting the scholastic landscape – including reduced enrollment barriers, an uptick in artificial intelligence usage, increased student support and high-return academic programs to help ensure students earn degrees they can truly utilize.  Higher education continues to change at a rapid pace, says...

In the Afterglow

During a recording career that stretches back a remarkable 67 years, Tulsa’s Wes Reynolds has been inspired by a ton of different people, starting back in the late ’50s with classic rock ‘n’ rollers like Elvis, Chuck Berry and Little Richard. The inspiration for his newest disc, however, came from a much more personal and tragic place.  “This album came...
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...

Increasing Immunity

As cold and flu season begins, how to avoid being sick becomes a hot topic, along with the many products on the market claiming to boost the immune system. To understand what’s essential to strengthen our immunity to common ailments, Linda Sullivan, D.O., a family medicine physician with Saint Francis Health System in Tulsa, provides some insight. “People often think...