The enigmatic city of León, Nicaragua, is a bohemian bastion and a university town to boot. Artists, poets and revolutionaries created León's panache.
Waking up in León delights the senses and brings promise to a new day, as street washers clean the debris from the prior evening’s crowds. Being a pedestrian-friendly city laid out on an easy grid, one thing...
A good night’s sleep is essential to one’s health, and according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 1 in 3 American adults don’t get enough sleep. To help learn why sleep is so elusive, many people turn to sleep tracking tools via wearable devices and mobile apps.
Wearable devices include rings, wristbands, headbands and smartwatches that work with...
Tucked in the heart of eastern Oklahoma just 40 minutes south of Tulsa, Okmulgee is a destination rich in cultural depth, natural beauty and small-town charm. Its name comes from the Muscogee word oki mulgi, meaning “bubbling” or “boiling water” — a reference to the area’s natural springs and flowing creeks that still define its landscape today.
The city has...
While you’ll likely still be able to cook an egg on the sidewalk this month, it’s also the time to start prepping your home for the fall and winter. After all, Oklahoma’s weather is mercurial, and it’s just as likely to snow in October as it is to be 85 degrees. That said, here are a few ways to...
The Changing Tides of Oklahoma Football
The University of Oklahoma football team, a member of the Big 12 Conference since 1996, made the move to the Southeastern Conference (SEC) in 2024. That shift had “an extremely positive impact on our football program and our fan base,” says associate athletics director Mike Houck. “When you’re a part of the best conference...
Oklahoma’s many success stories are written by those who keep their heads down and their communities moving forward. Among them are visionaries, problem-solvers, work horses and innovators who pour their talents into creating the greatest possible experiences, products, services and outcomes for their clients.
Whether they’re performing cutting-edge surgery, advocating for their clients in the courtroom, creating a building to...
Financial Wellness & Personal Finance
Real-Life Budgeting
With rising costs outpacing American salaries, old budgets no longer suffice. We consult the experts for practical budgeting strategies tailored to 2025’s economic realities.
“Start by tracking your spending for a full month,” says Andrew Iven, senior vice president and director of product strategy at BOK Financial. “That snapshot helps you understand where your money...
Physical Wellness
Should be a main ingredient of staying healthy as we age. The key is to choose exercises that are gentle on the joints while building strength and improving balance, says Catherine Hendrix, lead wellness coordinator at Covenant Living at Inverness (CLE) in Tulsa. This can include activities such as walking, yoga, water aerobics or cycling. According to...
Zeeco Oktoberfest
Returning from Oct. 16-19 at River West Festival Park, Zeeco Oktoberfest brings authentic Bavarian culture, cuisine and entertainment to Tulsa.
Nearly a dozen massive tents welcome guests for a variety of activities – ranging from live music to competitions like stein-holding, barrel racing and the adorable, can’t-miss Daschund Dash. Those 21 and up can enjoy hundreds of German and...
