Tucked away in southeast Oklahoma, Broken Bow is a small city with a lot to offer thrill-seekers and history buffs alike. It’s a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and, as the gateway to Beavers Bend State Park, attracts visitors year-round.  Located between the Kiamichi and Ouachita mountains, Broken Bow offers a vibrant mix of natural beauty, cultural heritage and outdoor recreation,...
Enjoying Oklahoma wildlife can be part of the overall experience of living in-state. With a few tips from local experts, or from doing a little research on your own, that experience can be greatly enhanced and keep everyone – and thing  – as safe as possible. “Oklahoma is a bit of a melting pot of habitats,” says Jena Donnell with...

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Courtney McPhail, Dr. Julie Yu, Justin Bell; Canterbury Voices at Carnegie Hall, OKC Eddy Gibbs, Bert Mackie, Dr. Mautra Staley Jones, Dr. Michael A. Mares; Class Announcement Luncheon, Oklahoma Hall of Fame, OKC Amber Valletta, Rachel & Mayor David Holt; Grand Opening VIP Party, RH, OKC Cathy & Frank Keating; Grand Opening VIP Party, RH, OKC Polly & Larry Nichols; Grand Opening VIP...
Oklahoma’s Native American nations are continuously remolding the cultural and economic landscape of our state through their innovation, resilience and tradition. From thriving business enterprises to groundbreaking work in everything from film to mental health to language preservation, Native tribes are leading Oklahoma boldlyinto the future. Native Business Updates Media outlets were abuzz in June with stats from the latest Tribal...
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...

Curtains Up!

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...