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...
There are some places that you know are going to be extraordinary just by the feelings and reactions you experience upon arrival. Martinique is a perfect example. The port brims with enthusiastic and hospitable local “ambassadors” who sing, dance and drum you towards an unforgettable vacation.
Martinique, one of the French territories of the Caribbean and part of the French...
As medical communities continually strive to meet the needs of an ever-changing patient population, there’s been a greater focus on the ‘patient experience’ – an industry movement to define and improve the human experience within healthcare.
Jamie Di Piazza-Rodriguez, MSW, CPXP, is the manager of patient experience for Saint Francis Health System in Tulsa. Her department is relatively new, put...
Just the thought of running a marathon can be intimidating.
Whether you love running and just haven’t had time to participate in an event, or you want to challenge yourself to get truly in shape, there are steps you can take to get both your body and your mind ready.
“Start with a visit to the doctor if you don’t...
Beginning its life as a critical stop on the historic Chisholm Trail – the famed path that, in the late 1800s, saw thousands of cattle herded from Texas to markets in Kansas – Duncan is an anchor of southwest Oklahoma that continues to leave its mark.
Far from isolated, the Stephens County seat of just over 23,000 residents offers abundant...
Forming good habits can be tough full stop, but especially hard when it comes to money. However, learning how to manage your family’s finances can provide you and your loved ones with a greater sense of security and a better quality of life.You can get on the right track with a little help.
Track, Track, Track
In the age of paper...
When you think Oklahoma sports, you probably think football. Or maybe basketball. Or baseball … or softball, or soccer, or BMX, or kayaking. The point here? Oklahoma has a hand in so many semi-pro and pro sports, which not only enhance state pride, but boost our bottom line, too.
In this year’s sports feature, we examine the unique foothold Oklahoma...
What Does Aging Gracefully Look Like?
“Aging gracefully includes being able to continue doing what you love to do on your own terms and having the freedom to make those choices,” says Valerie Bomar, the associate executive director of Covenant Living at Inverness (CLI) in Tulsa.
It is important, as the years add up, to make purposeful choices that can help...
Bluegrass & Chili Festival
You’ll want to make your way to downtown Pryor on Sept. 6-7 for the annual Bluegrass & Chili Festival. A perfect combination of live music, shopping, dining and family-friendly entertainment, there’s a reason this free event has remained an Oklahoma favorite for so long.
Just a few of the activities include a car show with 50 class...
