The Pandemic Pet Boom
Pet adoptions have skyrocketed during the pandemic, as work-from-home measures are keeping Oklahomans indoors and looking for ways to stay occupied and motivated. That boom is a good thing – but owners should be aware of possible issues and complications of a pandemic adoption.
Hank Johnson, board member and treasurer for the Humane Society of Tulsa, explains...
One of the most welcome shifts toward normalcy since COVID-19 vaccines rolled out has been the return of dining out. One of the things I missed most was brunch. Sure, I can make it at home, but there’s something so enjoyable about a lazy Sunday morning letting someone else do the cooking and clean-up.
Kitchen No. 324, from A Good...
Whether you’re having a cup o’ joe at Maria’s Cafe, a cold one at the Cimarron Saloon or a look-see at the city museum, you have the Freedom to step back in time in Oklahoma’s smallest city.
“Freedom takes you back to the old days,” says Roger Gagnon, manager of the Cargill solar salt plant seven miles west. “It’s where...
Established the same year that Oklahoma became a state – 1907 – Blanchard has spent much of its existence serving as what some might call a “bedroom community,” i.e. somewhat isolated, yet within a few minutes’ reach of a major metro (in this case, Oklahoma City).
Lately, however, U.S. Census figures have borne out what is becoming most evident:...
Where do you go when you want to experience a menagerie of senses? Or awaken to the aroma of Turkish espresso while viewing splendid architecture outside your hotel window? Do you desire to walk lively streets and bazaars of exotic spices, huge figs and roasted chestnuts? Or turn a corner to enter the Grand Bazaar, where thousands of shops...
Situated in central Oklahoma just north of Oklahoma City, Guthrie blends historic appeal with unexpected happenings. Once the territorial capital, the Guthrie of today is best known for its lovingly preserved downtown – the largest Historic Preservation District in the nation – where brick-lined streets and ornate Victorian buildings invite visitors to linger, shop and explore. Yet beyond the...
The McKnight Center in Stillwater offers its new Family Series, with a show on May 1 showcasing Lucas Ross and Sugar Free All Stars. The center’s youngest patrons are welcome to enjoy the magic of the theater with family-friendly music.
The Bixby BBQ ‘n Blues Festival, running May 7-8, is one of the largest barbecue competitions in Oklahoma. Along with...
Barndominiums — barndos for short — have emerged as a popular choice for home construction, particularly in rural and country settings, due to their unique combination of flexibility, cost-effectiveness and aesthetic appeal. These structures blend the rustic charm of a barn with the elegance of a modern home and offer several key advantages that set them apart from traditional...
It’s taken awhile for Oklahoma to warm up this year. Temperatures in the low 30s lingered into April.
Despite the late spring, we’re back on target this month and the high heat is coming as summer awaits and people uncover and dust off their grills and smokers.
In our annual section on outdoor cooking, we get away from the norm of hamburgers...
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...
