The bison, the scissortail flycatcher and the rose rock are some of Oklahoma’s most recognizable state symbols. However, many may not realize that the state has 34 official designations, which range from beverages to astronomical objects.  The Oklahoma legislature is responsible for the designation of these symbols, which pass through a formal legislative process like any other statute. These symbols...
Creating Camaraderie A team on the field needs to be a team off the field, too, so coaches and support staff work to ensure athletes have a sense of camaraderie ‘round the clock.  Don Tomkalski, University of Tulsa’s senior associate athletic director for communications, says that “it starts with recruiting good people and creating a family-type atmosphere within the team framework....
As the weather cools down, festival season truly kicks off in Oklahoma. Focusing on music, culture, food, art, cinema, sports, heritage and everything in between, the offerings are endless.

Colonel Scott Preston 

Col. Scott Preston, the Commander and District Engineer of the Tulsa District U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, is the senior military officer and engineer of the district. Along with overseeing more than 700 engineers and professionals, Preston focuses specifically on Civil Works, Military Programs and the Operations of USACE projects and activities for all of Oklahoma, as well as...
August soon arrives, and instead of blockbusters and sequels, it’s mostly a month filled with original films, unattached to previously existing IP. A rarity to be sure! Hopefully, these stories can pull you to the theater (and out of the heat) a few times in the coming weeks. First up, a psychological thriller called Resurrection. The story follows Margaret (Rebecca...
From art and sporting events to barrel racing and rodeos, Oklahoma is chock-full of events around the town. For art enthusiasts, visit 108 Contemporary from Aug. 5-Sept. 25 to view Kite & Natani Notah: In the Realm of Miracles. Another stop in Tulsa should be at Philbrook to view Frida Kahlo, Diego Rivera, and Mexican Modernism, on view through Sept....
Gather the family and visit numerous community events in Tulsa, OKC and other cities this month. Tulsa offers the Second Saturday Architecture Tour on Aug. 13, which will explore the Tulsa Underground and its fascinating maze of tunnels.  Featuring comedians like Rory Scovel, Dan Soder and Dina Hashem, the Blue Whale Comedy Festival runs Aug. 25-27 at Cain’s Ballroom and...
You’re treated like family, with authentic German beer and a menu of Bavarian schnitzels and other specialties, at Mutti’s German. Schnitzel is a tenderized pork cutlet, deep fried with topping choices including lemon or shredded Parmesan. Try it Jagger-style with creamy brown mushroom gravy, or Ziegeuner-style with paprika gravy, bell peppers and sautéed onions. Other menu highlights are bratwurst...

Nabati

Creative Mediterranean and vegan dishes beckon from the Nabiti menu, including the Zaatar pizza, a sublime perfection of herbs, olive oil and tomatoes, and the classic veggie with olives, onion, green peppers, marinara and mushrooms. Entrées can be gluten free, like the Majadarah, a platter of rice with lentil beans, fried onions and salata. Sandwiches include a pita or...

Sugar Llamas

Sugar Llamas is a quirky and colorful ice cream parlor, coffee house and local donut shop – all with the very best in ingredients. Goodies include coffee, of course, custom-blended from a curated and exclusive blend of specially roasted, exotic beans. The ice cream is a Midwestern, award-winning, creamery-sourced specialty, and the donuts are all served warm, fresh out...