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John Wooley
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Finding Peace
As most of us grow up and grow older, we find that certain songs, for whatever reasons, cling to us and ultimately become a part...
A Powerful Swing
Although it’s been well over a half-century now, Edmond’s Greg Burgess still remembers with crystal clarity the first time he ever heard a Bob Wills...
A Valiant Lady, Indeed
If you’re ever in the mood to go looking for television pioneers, you could start right here in our state. Among those who made lasting...
In the Afterglow
During a recording career that stretches back a remarkable 67 years, Tulsa’s Wes Reynolds has been inspired by a ton of different people, starting back...
An Angel on the Third Floor
When it comes to star-studded musical resumes, Steve Wilkerson’s is a tough one to top. A professional saxophonist since the age of 11, when he...
A Change of Direction
Tending a garden. Hiking. Camping out. Just a few of the little pleasures in reach of most of us, should we choose to indulge in...
Remembering Ruth
On July 31, 1956, Columbia Pictures released a movie titled Storm Center. Starring Bette Davis as a small-town librarian, it’s been called the first feature...
A Whole ‘Lotta History
I’m proud and happy to report that this is my 200th column for Oklahoma Magazine. Since it seems to me a fact I should acknowledge,...
Giving Mad Props
Like a lot of other nostalgic adults, Tom Biolchini – a Tulsa-based banking executive and immediate past president of the Tulsa Regional Chamber of Commerce...
Staying Gold on Broadway
In March 1943, the musical Oklahoma! – based on the play Green Grow the Lilacs by Claremore native Lynn Riggs – made its Broadway debut....
