Randy Page’s mother learned to cook from a Betty Crocker cookbook – which Randy still has – but she was blessed with innate talent. Randy’s childhood, on a little farm just outside of Charlotte, North Carolina, was a feast of made-from-scratch meals and pies so good he’s never been able to duplicate them.
At eight years old, Randy decided to...
Flo’s Smokehouse Eats
Comfort food with a creative, culinary twist is the name of the game at Flo’s Smokehouse Eats. We often call restaurants ‘hidden gems,’ in this space, but Flo’s has to be the epitome of that concept.
Start with sandwiches, of which there are many. The birria grilled cheese is a diner favorite for a reason; the sandwich is...
Escape the sweltering Oklahoma heat with some dynamic, entertaining performances on the stage this month.
In Tulsa, you’ve got ample opportunity to see The Drunkard and the Olio at the Spotlight Theater; after all, America’s longest-running play goes on every Saturday at 7 p.m. Another can’t-miss from Spotlight is The Stinky Feet Gang, running Aug. 1-3 and 8-10. Venture to...
Get ready for a varied sporting schedule in August.
In Tulsa, Expo Square is the hub for all things horse: The National Snaffle Bit Association’s World Show happens Aug. 8-17; the Reining Classic runs Aug. 23-21; and simulcast horse racing can be watched at the venue all month long. And, of course, America’s favorite pastime is going strong at the...
Oklahoma teems with community events.
In Tulsa, head to the Global Gatherings World Festival on Aug. 9 at the Gathering Place to learn about the various cultures represented within the city lines. Next up, venture to the Arvest Convention Center for Oklahoma Comic Con on Aug. 9-10, then head to the Greenwood Film Festival Aug 10-14. The event, happening at...
As the back half of the year approaches, August is stacked with some truly must-see films – so leave your weekends open, because there’s something here for everyone.
Starting strong with a legacy sequel, don’t miss The Naked Gun. Starring Liam Neeson as Frank Drebin Jr., son of Frank Drebin Sr. – played by Leslie Nielsen in the original films...
Executive director of the Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics (ODAA), Grayson Ardies began his working with the department as an intern. In his tenure with the ODAA, Ardies has led many statewide agency initiatives and managed a two-year project that conducted an Aerospace and Aviation Economic Impact Study. An OU alum, Ardies is also a licensed commercial pilot...
Rick Harnish is in tune with what’s happening across the United States when it comes to high-speed rail development, and right now, that list is short. But as executive director of the High Speed Rail Alliance (HSRA), he has hope. He carries around in his head a map of cities he would love to see connected.
“If I were in...
Imagine a costume designer hunched over a sewing machine, stitching a gown destined to shimmer under stage lights, or sculpting a foam headpiece for a fantastical character.
In Oklahoma, this isn’t a mere pastime; it’s a vibrant career path shaped by institutions like the University of Central Oklahoma (UCO), the University of Oklahoma (OU) and Oklahoma City University (OKCU). Through...
Oklahoma has historically been one of the more earthquake-prone areas east of the Rocky Mountains. Our strongest earthquake, a magnitude 5.8, occurred in September 2016 near Pawnee – and a 5.1 magnitude hit Prague in February 2024.
The U.S. Geological Survey currently reports earthquake magnitudes using the Moment Magnitude scale. A magnitude 5.3 is a moderate earthquake, with a 6.3...
