His name was Jim Millaway, but to a generation of Oklahomans, he was Sherman Oaks, or Mr. Mystery, or even sportscaster Stan Sharpe (“It’s not whether you win or lose, it’s whether you beat the point spread”), a character he created during his time as a morning-drive personality on radio station KMOD. His media visibility began in 1970 and...
What do you get when you mix a little Beverly Hills with a little Caribbean island? St. Barthélemy, known as St. Barth to the French and St. Barts to Americans. No matter what you call it, it’s indisputably the posh headquarters of the Caribbean. Although it’s known for being a French locale, the capital town of Gustavia actually has...
Organ, eye and tissue donation helps ease suffering – and it drastically improves and saves lives, too. According to the Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network (OPTN), more than 100,000 men, women and children are on the national transplant waiting list – more than 700 being Oklahomans – and 17 people die each day waiting for an organ. OPTN shares...
If you see someone experiencing a cardiac event, calling 911 may not be enough. But what else can you do to help?
“Accidents and emergencies can happen to anyone, anytime,” says Misti McClellan, executive director of the central and southwest chapters of the American Red Cross. “We encourage everyone to learn first aid, CPR and how to use an...
Nestled between two scenic, majestic mountains, the LeFlore County town of Talihina and its surrounding environs have long been noted as among the most beautiful spots in Oklahoma.
Spring and the return of colorful vegetation generally bring people to the area, as does the spectacular fall foliage. But come this April, the area is expected to draw visitors who’ll be...
Herb Magley, Sandi Pellow, Tim Good, John Pellow;
Alzheimer's Association Advocacy Day, Alzheimer’s Association Oklahoma Chapter, OKC
Tracey Frederick, Rebecca Murphy, Kennady Johnson, Chantelle Ballard; Red Out the Rink,
American Heart Association, Tulsa
Erin Engelke, Molly Ross Furhman, Amanda Miller;
Ross birthday celebration, Calm Waters Center for Children and Families, OKC
Kim Henry, Linda English Weeks, Shannon L. Rich,
Lauren Warkentine; Board meeting,
Oklahoma Hall of Fame,...
In the Home
A Look at the Trends
Current in-home trends reflect homeowners’ inclinations to nestle into the quiet luxury of understated opulence, rather than indulge in flashy design, says builder Kent Hoffman, owner of the OKC-based Kent Hoffman Construction. Instead of moving, today’s homeowners also want to improve their existing spaces.
While the 2020 pandemic led to a rise in home...
A New Pet Owner Guide
So, you’ve just become the proud owner of a new pet, whether it’s a kitten, puppy, bunny, fish or turtle. Congrats! While this time is exciting, you should also ask yourself: what are the right steps to ensure this animal is coming into a safe space?
Pet-Proofing
“Prepare the home as you would for a young child,”...
Market Trends for 2024
A nice house with a white-picket fence has long been synonymous with the American dream. However, rising home prices and interest rates have made home ownership more of a pipe dream for some.
In 2023, the U.S. Census Bureau reported that home sales prices have more than tripled since 2001. Soaring costs have, in large part, to...
When Oklahoma City’s newest steakhouse, Symmetry, opened in the Nichols Hills neighborhood, it was designed from the start to stand out. It excels with steaks, global dishes and vintage cocktails, but its sleek and modern design is meant to be enjoyed leisurely.
Like everything else about the new restaurant – from the delicious cuisine to the curated yet comfortable atmosphere...
