The Oklahoma filmmaking community continues to grow year after year. Jeremy and Kara Choate, a husband and wife creative duo from Tahlequah, have joined those ranks.
Their first film, Tenkiller, debuted in November 2022. It follows an eighteen-year-old machinist who struggles with the death of his best friend, the divorce of his parents and the general violence of his life....
A century ago, pedestrians and the occasional horse-drawn conveyance ruled the streets. Therefore, the largest metropolitan areas in Oklahoma were laid out accordingly – to maximize pedestrian considerations. But the introduction of automobiles into everyday life brought about a lot of change that would have long-lasting effects.
“Automobile ownership became the natural way that people got around,” says Justin Henry,...
Understanding the roles of various entities within state government can be confusing. But for many Oklahomans who find themselves in need, the Oklahoma Health Care Authority can be a lifesaver. And even if you don’t need them right now, understanding the help they provide could be important in the future.
“Overall, the vision at the healthcare authority … is for...
Black History Month is a time dedicated to examining the past and honoring the many contributions of African Americans throughout U.S. history.
This February, Oklahomans can do just that by engaging with the state’s cultural institutions. Many of these organizations have big plans to broaden their audiences and tell a fuller story of Oklahoma’s history in years to come.
The Oklahoma...
What Are We Drinkin’ in 2023?
Drink trends wax and wane, that’s true, but there are a few crazes that seem to be sticking around for the long haul.
(Another) Rise of the MartiniWhile this simple cocktail has been around since your grandparents were drinking, its many iterations are coming back into mainstream consciousness in a major way. Whether you find...
Preparing for Life After High School
Preparing students for life after high school is a continuing and evolving effort, with various methods and tools such as concurrent enrollment, college credit courses and assistance and counseling related to college admissions. Many schools emphasize opportunities like prep courses to ready oneself for collegiate entrance exams, including the SAT and ACT.
Assisting eventual graduates...
Job Options Abound
Tech jobs are a growth industry in Oklahoma, and vocational schools, colleges and universities across the state stand ready to train future employees, who will likely be sought-after and well-paid.
What the career field could use is a public relations campaign among young people, says Brent Kisling, executive director of the Oklahoma Department of Commerce.
“We need to start...
Maintaining Connections Leads to Early Detections
If there is anything consistent in life, it’s change – and getting older might be the best example of this fact. As we near our golden years, there are many new things to consider when it comes to overall health. There are some simple things, both physically and emotionally, that become paramount as we...
Non-Invasive Procedures
Natural beauty and natural results are back, says Cristie Lehr-Hawkins, M.D., medical director of Fig Medical Spa in Tulsa.
“The days of overfilling the face or an unnatural appearance are gone,” says Lehr-Hawkins. “People are paying more attention to their skincare routines and seeking ways to age gracefully.”
Lehr-Hawkins predicts that popular non-invasive procedures this year will be “laser device...
SchoolAddress/phone/websiteEnrollmentStudent/teacher ratioGradesForeign languages/sports programs/arts and music programsNumber of teachers with advanced degrees (master’s or above)Scholarships and/or need-based financial aidUniformsAnnual tuitionReligious affiliationAll Saints Catholic School299 S. Ninth St., Broken Arrow/918-251-3000/allsaintaba.com38619:1PreK4-8French, Latin, Spanish/Yes/Yes6YesYes$5,523 (Parishoner)$6,373 (Non-Parishoner)CatholicAugustine Christian Academy6310 E. 30th St., Tulsa/918-832-4600/ acatulsa.org17412:1PreK4-12Greek, Hebrew, Latin/No/Yes6YesYes$7,395-$8,865ChristianBishop Kelley High School3905 S. Hudson Ave.,Tulsa/918-627-3390/bishopkelley.org84812:19-12French, Latin, Spanish/Yes/Yes34YesYes$10,570-$12,870Lasallian CatholicCasady School9500 N. Pennsylvania Ave., OKC/405-749-3161/casady.org1,0058:1PreK-12Chinese, French, Latin, Spanish/Yes/Yes62YesYes$8,195-$23,225EpiscopalCascia...
