Influence, when wielded well, uplifts communities, inspires people and creates lasting change. Oklahoma’s most impactful leaders, whether their areas of influence surround tribal affairs, healthcare, politics, education or business, use their platforms not for personal gain, but for building bridges and expanding opportunities for all.
We profile a few such leaders in our new Oklahoma’s Most Influential People spotlight, a...
Oklahoma’s higher education landscape is in the midst of a quiet transformation, driven by shifting workforce demands, advanced artificial intelligence technology and a renewed focus on innovation. Colleges and universities statewide are rethinking how they educate students, strategically partnering with businesses and preparing their graduates for an uncertain future. We explore just a few ways they’re swiftly adapting –...
Caleb Walton
Cascia Hall Preparatory School
Attending: Texas Christian University
Intended major: Movement science on a pre-athletic training and physical therapy track. I’ve always enjoyed working with people, especially in the athletic realm, and the functions of the human body, so this seemed like a great way to combine these.
Proudest achievement:I received the Chancellor’s and Trustee’s Scholarship from the John V. Roach...
Tulsa Opera
Tulsa Opera’s newest season is “lively and lighthearted,” says Cindy Sadler, the organization’s director of communications. “We’re opening with the beloved classic The Sound of Music ... then, we have the hilarious Gilbert and Sullivan favorite, The Pirates of Penzance, which is filled with silly fun, swashbuckling romance and memorable tunes.”
The Voices After Dark recital series is another...
Every morning in Oklahoma City, a jet leaps for the sky, headed for Chicago. Jeff Chanchaleune knows that flight well. For two years running, he flew to Chicago to compete as a finalist for the highly coveted James Beard Award. And then, a year later, he was invited to cook for the guests after the ceremony.
This is a big...
Honey Love Wings
While it’s true that Oklahoma has plenty of wing joints to try, Honey Love does it a little differently: They use smaller wings and sauté them in a signature sauce to ensure every bite is perfect. If you aren’t convinced, swing by the restaurant’s two locations – one on N. Lincoln Blvd. in OKC and a brand-new...
Randy Page’s mother learned to cook from a Betty Crocker cookbook – which Randy still has – but she was blessed with innate talent. Randy’s childhood, on a little farm just outside of Charlotte, North Carolina, was a feast of made-from-scratch meals and pies so good he’s never been able to duplicate them.
At eight years old, Randy decided to...
Flo’s Smokehouse Eats
Comfort food with a creative, culinary twist is the name of the game at Flo’s Smokehouse Eats. We often call restaurants ‘hidden gems,’ in this space, but Flo’s has to be the epitome of that concept.
Start with sandwiches, of which there are many. The birria grilled cheese is a diner favorite for a reason; the sandwich is...
Escape the sweltering Oklahoma heat with some dynamic, entertaining performances on the stage this month.
In Tulsa, you’ve got ample opportunity to see The Drunkard and the Olio at the Spotlight Theater; after all, America’s longest-running play goes on every Saturday at 7 p.m. Another can’t-miss from Spotlight is The Stinky Feet Gang, running Aug. 1-3 and 8-10. Venture to...
Get ready for a varied sporting schedule in August.
In Tulsa, Expo Square is the hub for all things horse: The National Snaffle Bit Association’s World Show happens Aug. 8-17; the Reining Classic runs Aug. 23-21; and simulcast horse racing can be watched at the venue all month long. And, of course, America’s favorite pastime is going strong at the...
