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Despite a hard year, real estate production soared in 2020. Oklahoma is brimming with talented agents, and many are included below in Oklahoma Magazine’s Top Real Estate Agents listing. We compiled this list by reaching out to agencies in Oklahoma’s two major metros. They provided us with their top producing agents and highest performing teams, along with contact information and total financial volumes for 2020.

TheGardening Basics Learning to garden doesn’t have to be impeded by the lack of an experienced friend or family member to help. Gardening classes, clubs and tutorials abound online, and local sources such as Master Gardeners are ready to share their wealth of knowledge. “One of the best ways to make that most important human connection around gardening is through your...

It’s been a tumultuous year for higher education, and students, professors and administrators have felt the heat. We talk to some of Oklahoma’s universities about the last year of virtual learning, ways to drum up motivation for at-home instruction, study tips and lucrative degree programs.

Head-to-Toe Improvements Face Fine lines and wrinkles, along with age spots, can dull your complexion and age you beyond your years. Fortunately, there are several non-surgical options to help revitalize your appearance and foster a more youthful glow.  “Botox continues to be one of the best things you can do to improve ‘movement wrinkles’ on your face, which can really smooth the...

Important Safety Measures Aging comes with new challenges, but the National Council on Aging stresses that certain habits provide numerous benefits to seniors. Those include staying active, keeping track of underlying chronic conditions, reviewing medications, getting your eyes checked and assessing your home. Falls, after all, are a major risk to seniors – a risk that is mostly preventable. “We can...

< scroll > SchoolAddress/phone/websiteEnrollmentStudent/teacher ratioGradesStandardized testingForeign languages/sports programs/arts and music programsNumber of teachers with advanced degreesScholarships and/or need-based financial aidUniformsAnnual tuitionReligious affiliation<<>>All Saints Catholic School299 S. Ninth St., Tulsa/918-251-3000/allsaintaba.com37012:1PreK-8Iowa Test of Basic SkillsFrench, Latin, Spanish/Yes/Yes6YesYes$5,107-$5,857CatholicAugustine Christian Academy6310 E. 30th St., Tulsa/918-832-4600/ acatulsa.org20010:1PreK-12OtherHebrew, Latin/No/Yes5NoYes$7,500Inter-denominationalBishop Kelley High School3905 S. Hudson Ave., Tulsa/918-627-3390/bishopkelley.org94111.76:19-12ACTFrench, Latin, Spanish/ Yes/Yes37YesYes$9,975 (Catholic parishoners) $12,275 (Standard)CatholicBishop McGuinness Catholic High School801 N.W. 50th St., OKC/405-842-6638/ bmchs.org74012:19-12ACT, EXPLORE,...

Staying Home,Staying Fit Many of us are spending more time at home – which probably means less time at the gym. But that doesn’t mean you can’t get in a great workout, says Holly Andersen, a personal trainer and group exercise instructor with the YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City. “There are many effective workouts like tabata and HIIT (high intensity interval...

The largest Comprehensive Community Addiction Recovery Center in the state, 12&12, is hosting its third annual 12&12 Day on Saturday, Dec. 12. The event is aimed at increasing awareness for and helping those suffering from addiction. “12&12 Day is an opportunity to shine a light on the effects of addiction and learn how 12&12, Inc. is impacting our community in...

Despite a dreary year, you can still make your December merry and bright by indulging in some new pastimes. We explore a few of these delightful diversions that can keep you occupied, educated, entertained and happy at home. Knitting/Crocheting No longer just for old ladies, knitting and crocheting alike have become more and more popular with younger generations.  “Learning to knit and...

Electricity is a luxury we often take for granted. It powers our days, but we rarely take time to appreciate just how important this utility really is. Companies around the state work diligently to create clean energy to propel our state into a sustainable future. We go behind the scenes with a few of these businesses to see the ways they’re helping to power Oklahoma; discuss the pros of the electric and hybrid vehicles on the market; and explore ways to appreciate electric commodities during leisure time.