Sharon McBride

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The Making of Oklahoma’s Lakes

The next time you venture out for some on-the-water fun in Oklahoma, stop and reflect on this unique fact: Essentially all of Oklahoma’s major lakes...

Art Without Barriers

Smaller performing arts groups in Oklahoma are as unique and diverse as our landscape – gaining a foothold in the state’s cultural scene and working...

Chasing Waterfalls

When one thinks of Oklahoma, they don’t typically picture beautiful, cascading waterfalls — but the state harbors plenty of hidden gems. If you’re on the...

A Beginner’s Guide to Composting

“In Oklahoma, yard trimmings and grass clippings can make up 15 to 25% of a community’s waste,” says David Hillock, a consumer horticulturist with the...

The Vanishing Parks of Oklahoma

Though many of Oklahoma’s beloved amusement parks have long since closed or been torn down, their stories reveal a fascinating glimpse into the state’s evolving...

An Unplugged, Beautiful Escape

Mahjong, a captivating tile-based game, has a rich and fascinating history that spans centuries. Its origins can be traced back to ancient China, where it...

Protecting What Matters

The Oklahoma Conservation Commission (OCC) aims to conserve, protect and restore Oklahoma’s natural resources, working in collaboration with the conservation districts and other partners on...

The Great Equalizer

Pickleball has been around since 1965, but the funnily named sport doesn’t have a ball-shaped pickle or a pickle-shaped ball in use – and most...

Spring Break Getaways

Beavers Bend State Park Beavers Bend State Park is located in the mountainous region of southeast Oklahoma along the shores of Broken Bow Lake and...

Keep It Movin’

While the holiday rush is behind us, there always seem to be some travel hiccups and unexpected congestion when going through the airport. If you...