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Carol Mowdy Bond
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A History of Excellence
Cowboys are intrinsic to both America culture and the cattle industry, the latter of which gave rise to beloved American rodeo events. Black cowboys have...
Cruisin’ Along
Created in 1947, the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority (OTA) constructs, maintains, repairs and operates turnpike projects at locations authorized by the legislature and approved by the...
Holiday Party Planning 101
A Planning Guide Hosting a standout holiday party takes a lot of preparation. Setting your budget, choosing a date and creating a guest list are...
Jamming Accordion-ly
The accordion’s rhythmic melodies, including that sometimes oompah-pah jam, still resonate with music lovers of all genres. Its captivating sounds conjure up images of the...
On A Mission to Nourish
Milo, located adjacent to the Ellison Hotel in Oklahoma City, pays homage to the Oklahoma-grown grain sorghum (also called milo). The restaurant is reveling in...
Going with the Grain
The plant-based protein known as sorghum is integral to Oklahoma’s economy, and its footprint is growing bigger by the day. Oklahoma sits in the U.S....
The Tornado Capital of the World
At the end of May, the National Weather Service (NWS) reported that Oklahomans endured a record-breaking tornado season this year with 95 tornadoes, and numbers...
Expanding Access, Saving Lives
Healthcare challenges impact all 77 Oklahoma counties, but disparities are larger and more prevalent in rural areas. Issues range from general access to a clinic...
Escape to the Lake
Luxury Lake Lodgings Some would say part of the joy of lake living is ‘roughing it,’ but that doesn’t have to be the case. If...
Oil & Gas Country
The Oklahoma Corporation Commission (OCC) is a state executive agency with a focus on Oklahoma’s fuel, oil and gas, public utilities, and transportation industries. Three...