As far as stage musicals go, The Lion King is the highest-grossing Broadway show of all time, and the North American tour returns to the Tulsa PAC courtesy Celebrity Attractions from June 1-17.  Michael Reilly, the puppet supervisor for the show, always knew he wanted to work with his hands. Taking classes at a technical school, he studied a variety...
Hunting wild game has evolved from an ancient tradition to the formal process it is today, replete with licenses, formalized hunting seasons and more than one hundred legal hunt sites in Oklahoma alone. To be legal to hunt, licensing depends on the season, resident status and age of the hunter, says Kelly Adams, the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation’s communications...
The RIVERSPORT Oklahoma Trailhead and Bike Park expansion opens this fall. New additions will create a trail hub in Oklahoma City’s Boathouse District, which is located at the intersection of I-35 and I-40 along the Oklahoma River, connecting to the OKC metro’s 80 miles of trails. And the construction coincides with trail completions, all while complimenting the Boathouse District’s...

Lake Living

Lake Eufaula is a hotspot for kayaking, canoeing and rafting. Photo courtesy the Lake Eufaula Association
Oklahoma Lake Guide Included below are just some of the 200+ lakes Oklahoma harbors within its borders.  Broken Bow Lake– About 14,000 surface acres and 180 miles of shoreline, located in southeast Oklahoma near Broken Bow. Mountain water feeds the lake, making it a scuba diver’s ideal location for spotting aquatic wildlife. Described as one of the most beautiful bodies of...
A biker’s paradise, Oklahoma offers everything from urban cycling to scenic rides and mountain trails. Riders – both professional and novice – have numerous biking options at their fingertips, all with the added benefits of enjoying Oklahoma’s stunning scenery and promoting tourism through health and cycling.  Saint Francis Tulsa Tough June 9 through 11, the Saint Francis Tulsa Tough cycling...
Senior living communities have transformed over the last few decades, as have perceptions of them. Long gone is the idea that these places are full of dim halls, bland food, few activities, lack-luster amenities and little stimulation.  Now, senior living communities are rightly known for fostering true happiness and growth for residents. Amenities range from high-end gyms to pools, activity...
Elaine Graybill is sure that the collections at Alva’s Cherokee Strip Museum – where she works as the business manager – make it a must-see among museums in northwest Oklahoma. But whether the museum, located in the building that once served as Alva’s city hospital, includes late-night supernatural activities … well, she isn’t so sure about that. Several paranormal teams have...
Most often, heart attacks are associated with blocked arteries. However, with MINOCA – a myocardial infarction with non-obstructive coronary arteries – this isn’t the case. And it seems that women are at an increased risk.  Michael Fogli, M.D., a noninvasive cardiologist with Ascension St. John in Tulsa, explains that MINOCA is an umbrella term applied to patients who are experiencing...
The temples, shrines and neighborhoods in this seaside town of half a million reflect Japan’s colorful past better than most Japanese cities, because Kanazawa, much like Kyoto, escaped destruction during WWII. The influence of the feudal lords and emperors who reigned for centuries is evident in the city’s culture, architecture and food. Kanazawa is on the Sea of Japan, on...
Described as a boutique bakery, espresso and pastry bar, you can find Laurannae Baking Co. in the heart of Broken Arrow’s Rose District. The bakery is best known for its cakes; customers are able to customize color palettes, favors and other modifications for the perfect fit, or order classic cakes from the menu. The bakery is bustling with goodies,...