Ardmore, OK Community Guide

Ardmore OKLAHOMA

Community Guide

WELCOME TO ARDMORE!

On behalf of the Ardmore Chamber of Commerce, the Ardmore Tourism Authority, and the Ardmore Development Authority, I am pleased to welcome you to our community. Our organizations are committed to showcasing the best of what Ardmore, Carter County, and our region have to offer. Whether you are looking for a quick weekend trip or a place to call home, I’m sure you will find our community is your ideal destination.

We understand that a vibrant community needs a strong economy with committed community leaders, educators, and residents. Ardmore is fortunate to have such a network of stakeholders who share a vision for a thriving, inclusive community. These individuals come from many walks of life, including our major employers, long-time families, and recent additions to the community, all of whom work hard every day to make Ardmore a great place to live, work, and play.

The Chamber and our Authorities work together with our city, county, state, and tribal partners to build a strong business case for why Ardmore is an ideal destination for businesses and visitors alike. Our prime location on I-35 between Oklahoma City and Dallas-Fort Worth means we can offer a small town feel with access to big city amenities, like professional sports and world class arts, just 90 minutes away. Our region also offers incredible recreational assets near Ardmore, which include the Arbuckle Mountains to our north, Lake Murray to our south, and multiple lakes in and around our community. Ardmore is truly hidden gem in South Central Oklahoma.

To our Chamber Members and our advertisers, thank you for your support of this publication. We hope you will find the Community Guide to be an excellent tool for your efforts to generate new business and to help bring new visitors and residents to Ardmore.

On behalf of our boards, Chamber members, and staff, we appreciate you considering Ardmore as your destination of choice to visit, work, or call home.

William P. “Bill” Murphy President & CEO

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

ARDMORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Bill Murphy President & CEO

Marthanna N. Donald Chief Operations Officer

Annilisa Peevy Director of Operation

Janée Auten Director of Membership Development

Brennan Hoskins Communications & Events Coordinator

ARDMORE TOURISM AUTHORITY & ARDMORE CONVENTION CENTER

Bill Murphy President & CEO

Marthanna N. Donald Chief Operations Officer

Dusty Burkhart Building Supervisor

Kalea Parker Setup & Administrative Associate

Cathy Andrews Setup Associate

Bill Murphy President & CEO

Marthanna N. Donald Chief Operations Officer

Andrea Anderson Vice President of Economic Development

Dan Luttrell Vice President of Industrial Assets

Ronnie Manley Industrial Park Maintenance

Randy Culwell Maintenance Associate

Kasi Windham Airport Office Manager

WILLIAM P. “BILL” MURPHY PRESIDENT & CEO

GATEWAY TO SOUTHERN OKLAHOMA

WELCOME TO ARDMORE

Located between the Arbuckle Mountains to the north and the Red River to the South, southern Oklahoma offers stunning natural scenery and friendly hospitality. With just four exits off I-35 leading to town, Ardmore could easily be bypassed. But take a little trip off the interstate, and you’ll discover an incredible community with unmatched opportunities to play, work, and live. Ardmore is a city that celebrates its heritage while embracing innovation and exploring new frontiers. Now, we want to invite you to be a part of it!

HISTORY OF ARDMORE

Twenty years before Oklahoma gained statehood, Ardmore was established in 1887 when the Santa Fe Railway settled a train track through a ranch in the former Chickasaw Nation, Indian Territory. By the 1890s, Ardmore grew from a cattle-loading station and a regional trading post into the largest inland cotton market in the world with over 2,500 residents. During its early years of incorporation, the area suffered setbacks. Soil depletion ruined the cotton crops. A raging fire destroyed the town’s buildings in 1895 and Ardmore’s downtown was again struck by disaster in 1915 after an oil tank explosion killed and injured many. Through it all, the locals showed grit and determination. The community banded together and rebuilt the town better and stronger. In 1913, the Healdton oil fields were discovered west of Ardmore and brought booming growth to the city.

Ardmore is a welcoming destination, full of passionate, entrepreneurial, and civic-minded people. Whether you’re visiting or looking for a new place to call home, you will be greeted with open arms and invited to stay awhile! Brave individuals and enterprising companies founded this city, and their energy reverberates into the present. Today, Ardmore remains focused on what matters – history, culture, innovation, and southern Oklahoma hospitality.

CONNECT WITH CONFIDENCE

A city thrives when its citizens, civic leaders, and elected officials work together. Gifted with local government leaders dedicated to the health and well-being of its people and businesses, and a multitude of local civic organizations working to support quality of life from every facet, Ardmore is no different.

Alongside these community leaders, business owners, educators, and citizens, three organizations work full-time to support and grow the community – the Ardmore Chamber of Commerce, the Ardmore Development Authority, and the Ardmore Tourism Authority.

ARDMORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Since 1914, the Ardmore Chamber of Commerce has been a champion of business prosperity and the quality of life in the community. The Chamber represents hundreds of southern Oklahoma businesses and organizations of all sizes and industries. Their plan of work includes enhanced quality of education, workforce development initiatives, government relations, public policy, and business development. Through the Chamber of Commerce Foundation, the Chamber runs programs such as Leadership Ardmore and Youth Leadership Ardmore.

Through the Ardmore Chamber’s expansive calendar of programs and events, members can network with industry leaders, find resources to grow their businesses or careers, and stay current on community and industry news and legislation.

For membership applications and additional information about Chamber events, programs such as the Chamber Ambassadors, or services like new business ribbon cuttings, please visit ardmore.org or call 580-223-7765.

ARDMORE DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY

The Ardmore Development Authority supports the retention and growth of existing employers within the city and attracts new companies offering high-impact industrial jobs. The ADA provides individualized insight, connections, research, and data throughout the business development process. They assist with site selection processes and identify financial incentives and training opportunities. The ADA also owns three industrial parks.

The Ardmore Development Authority is always looking for partners that share their vision for a bigger, better tomorrow and want to grow along with Ardmore!

For further information about Ardmore’s business climate and offerings, please visit ardmore.org or call 580-223-6162.

ARDMORE TOURISM AUTHORITY

The Ardmore Tourism Authority’s mission is to promote Ardmore as a unique and preferred destination for business, sports, and leisure travel The ATA seeks out conventions, meetings, sporting events, group tours, and individual travelers to Ardmore, maximizing the use of available hotel rooms, facilities, and attractions. Their work increases economic contributions to area businesses and governments through increased visitor spending. Ardmore has so much to offer, and the ATA has the exciting privilege of sharing that with the world!

Additionally, the ATA’s Ardmore Convention Center is a premier event venue with 13 meeting rooms and 54,000 rentable square feet. The facility’s various room sizes and offerings make it a perfect venue for everything from professional trainings, conferences, meetings, exhibitions, weddings, family gettogethers, and more.

Looking to find out what’s happening around town? EventsInArdmore.com is a great place to find out! Hosted by the ATA and free to the public to submit and view events, the website offers a calendar of everything scheduled for the community.

ARDMORE CHAMBER AMBASSADORS AT WORK

The Ardmore Chamber Ambassadors are a dedicated group of volunteers that promote goodwill to Chamber and Community members and serve as the welcoming arm of the Chamber. They integrate members into the Chamber’s programs and services by meeting and greeting at Ribbon Cuttings, Member Showcases, and other events. They promote attendance and participation at Chamber events, help publicize Chamber events, and so much more. Their dedication to serve is apparent with their increased visibility to members, by promoting membership growth through local hospitality, and by representing these goals and objectives of the Chamber while acting as a link between members and the Board of Directors.

GUIDING HOMEyou

Are you tired of long commutes and the high cost of living?

Life is hard when you spend hours sitting in traffic and working long days to afford a home you rarely get to enjoy. Consider a better way of life – one with a fifteen-minute average commute time, an affordable cost of living, excellent educational opportunities, and low housing costs. Striking a healthy work and life balance is easy in a city that cultivates family and community!

More Home for the Money

With lower-than-average housing costs and a low cost of living, you can live large for less! Ardmore’s housing options are as varied as your preferences. Attracted to high energy downtown lofts, or is good old-fashioned suburban living more your style? Prefer recent developments with lots of upgrades or beautiful tree-lined historic neighborhoods? Hunting for rural acreage or a low-maintenance apartment? With plenty of diversity in architecture, environment, and cost, Ardmore’s housing market has you covered.

Big City Healthcare with Small Town Familiarity

Access to high-level healthcare is essential in choosing a place to put down roots. Ardmore is home to Mercy Hospital Ardmore, which provides both comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services. The area also offers urgent care facilities, specialty clinics, family care practitioners, mental health services, home and hospice care, and a public health department. It is rare to find a community of Ardmore’s size that boasts such expansive options. You can rest easy knowing the healthcare your family needs is right outside your door.

Healthy for Life

Equally as accessible as its doctors, Ardmore makes healthy living and preventative healthcare easy. The city boasts multiple gyms and public facilities for pickleball, tennis, golf, and disc golf. There are also adult and kid community sports, outdoor walking and running trails, and access to fresh healthy foods. With a community culture that values wellness and recreation, it’s easier to be healthy from birth to beyond!

EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION

From daycare through college and career training, Ardmore’s educational opportunities can start your family on the right path.

In addition to multiple early childcare and after-school options, Ardmore boasts two public K-12 school districts, multiple private schools, and two higher education options within city limits. Three additional K-12 districts are located just minutes away.

Ardmore Public Schools

Serves: Pre-K through 12th Grade

District area: Ardmore, Oklahoma (NE area)

Enrollment: 2,591 Student/Teacher Ratio: 16:1

Mascot: Tigers

History: After 25 meetings over a period of seven months, Ardmore City Schools opened their doors for the first time on September 20, 1899 while the area was still Indian Territory. First Superintendent J.R. Hendrix reported that 761 students attended the first month of School.

Lone Grove Public Schools

Serves: Pre-K through 12th Grade

District area: Lone Grove, OK and the surrounding area (west of Ardmore)

Enrollment: 1,447 Student/Teacher Ratio: 15:1

Mascot: Longhorns

History: Lone Grove Public School began with a twoteacher staff established in 1887. Lone Grove Schools has become the largest employer in Lone Grove, now employing 178 faculty and staff.

Plainview Public Schools

Serves: Pre-K through 12th Grade

District area: Ardmore, Oklahoma (SW area)

Enrollment: 1,554 Student/Teacher Ratio: 15:1

Mascot: Indians

History: There are no known documents giving the exact date when the Plainview School building was completed or when the first class entered Plainview, although the October 28, 1909 The Daily Ardmoreite newspaper stated the rural school would open November 1st for winter session.

Springer Public Schools

Serves: Pre-K through 12th Grade

District area: Cities of Springer, Gene Autry, and the surrounding area (north of Ardmore)

Enrollment: 234 Student/Teacher Ratio: 10:1

Mascot: Cardinals

History: Springer Public School was established around 1907 at the time of Oklahoma Statehood and was named after Cattle Rancher W.A. Springer.

Dickson Public Schools

Serves: Pre-K through 12th Grade District area: Dickson, Oklahoma and the surrounding area (east of Ardmore)

Enrollment: 1,370 Student/Teacher Ratio: 18:1

Mascot: Comets

History: The rock building where all students originally attended classes is still actively used. Now, the district has grown across five sites all on the same campus. Dickson Schools was named after Arthur E. Dickson, the Carter County Superintendent of Schools in the 1920s.

Southern Tech

Offers: Vocational and Technical Higher Education Service area: Parts of Carter, Garvin, Jefferson, Johnston, Love, Marshall, and Murray Counties

Enrollment: 574 full-time students & 7,750 Workforce Development students

History: In August of 1966, Southern Oklahoma Area Vocational and Technical Center opened as a part of Ardmore Public School District. It was governed by the Ardmore Board of Education through June of 1977, when the district was formed into a separate vocational-technical school district.

Oak Hall Episcopal School

Serves: Age 3 through 8th grade Service area: Carter, Love, Marshall, and Murray Counties

Enrollment: 130 Student/Teacher Ratio: 5:1

Mascot: Owls

History: Oak Hall was established in 1977 as an independent, private school by a group of local parents. It has grown through multiple campuses before reaching its current location at the corner of Mt. Washington Road and Veterans Blvd. Oak Hall Episcopal School was the first private school to receive Model School status.

Murray State College

Offers: Academic and Technical Higher Education Service area: Atoka, Bryan, Carter, Coal, Garvin, Johnston, Love, Marshall, Murray, and Pontotoc Counties

Enrollment: 2,238

Mascot: Aggies

History: Granted college status in 1922, Murray State awarded its first associate degrees in 1924. Murray State College became a comprehensive community college, offering a full range of academic and technical programs leading to associate degrees. Today, the college offers a wide range of online degree programs and enrolls hundreds of high school students in concurrent programs, including America’s only Bachelor of Applied Technology degree in Gunsmithing Technology.

HEALTHCARE

GOOD SHEPHERD COMMUNITY CLINIC, INC.

At The Good Shepherd, We Do Healthcare Differently.

Since 1996, The Good Shepherd Community Clinic, Inc. (GSCC) has grown from the original Tuesday night volunteer clinic in a small rental house treating 85 patients to a full-time, comprehensive Community Health Center caring for more than 9,600 medical and dental patients.

Today, our vision is to transform healthcare delivery by empowering each other, inspiring change, and building healthy people. The GSCC Team is committed to promoting patient wellness with an emphasis on prevention as well as education on important health factors like nutrition, disease self-management and physical activity. Evidence of this commitment to "build healthy people" can be seen in the way we practice.

Our Services Include:

Medical

We believe in caring for the whole person , this means caring for our patients' overall well-being using a proactive treatmment plan and integrative approach.

Dental

Our dental team is dedicated to improving the oral health of our community by providing quality dental evaluations, education, and treatments such as routine cleanings deep cleanings, fillings, and extractions.

In-House Pharmacies

Two of our Health Centers have pharmacies inside (20 12th Ave NW and 1104 Walnut Drive), making it more convenient for our patients to grab their meds on the way out after a visit!

AND A Brand New Women's Health Center!

At BLOOM, Good Shepherd Women's Health (1116 Walnut Drive), we hope to increase access to healthcare for the women in our community in a welcoming and nonjudgmental environment.

The Good Shepherd strives to provide quality, affordable healthcare.

We accept MOST major commercial insurances.

We accept uninsured patients!

We offer an income-based Sliding Fee Discount for medical, dental, and pharmacy services!

MERCY HOSPITAL ARDMORE

The Sisters of Mercy ministry was founded by Catherine McAuley in Dublin, Ireland in 1827 to serve women and children in need. Mercy in the United States traces its roots to 1843, when the first Sisters of Mercy arrived from Ireland. In 1856 the Sisters of Mercy came to St. Louis and founded the Religious Sisters of Mercy of the St. Louis Province.

Fifteen years later, in 1871, they opened a 25-bed infirmary

for women and children. Over the years, the Sisters of Mercy expanded their health ministry in the Regional Community’s sevenstate area: Arkansas, Kansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma and Texas.

Mercy’s Mission statement “As the Sisters of Mercy before us, we bring to life the healing ministry of Jesus through our compassionate care and exceptional service.” Is an

inspiring reminder of our calling. It also unites our entire health and human services ministry.

In 1898, five Sisters of Mercy looked out over the rolling hills of southern Oklahoma and decided to call it home.

They may not have envisioned that the ministry they were beginning would flourish and transform into the Mercy Hospital Ardmore we know today.

In 1996, the hospital officially becomes “Mercy Memorial Health Center” and over the next 27 years, Mercy Ardmore expanded its physical footprint in the Ardmore community as well as services.

You now have more access to the orthopedic experts who keep your bones and joints feeling great.

Treating:

• Fractures

• Sports and work-related injuries

• Sprains and strains

• Hand, shoulder, hip, foot, knee and ankle injuries and pain And providing:

• X-rays

• Shoulder, hip and knee injections

• Splinting, casting and bracing

• Home exercise and recovery programs

Joel Mark Davis, MD | Rory C. Dunham, DO

Zane E. Uhland, DO | Tommy Paul, PA

Mercy Clinic Orthopedic Surgery

731 12th Ave. NW | Ste 203 | Ardmore

580.220.6950

M -Th, 8a.m.-5p.m.

F, 8a.m. -3p.m.

Chronic hip or knee pain? Mercy can help. Scan to download our free guide. Or visit mercy.net/OrthoCare Your life is our life’s work.

Mercy Hospital Ardmore is a 190-bed hospital that has 895 coworkers and over 100 active staffed physicians. In the last fiscal year, Mercy Ardmore had:

• 79,300 outpatient visits

• 32,714 ER visits

• 5,010 inpatient discharges

• performed 3,913 surgeries

• assisted in 745 births

Mercy Ardmore provides Carter County residents access to services including a birthplace, cancer center, cardiovascular care, emergency care, joint replacement center, imaging, therapy and more.

Mercy Clinic is a network of over 2,300 primary and specialty care physicians and practitioners across Mercy’s multi-state service area committed to a better way to provide care. Linked by a sophisticated electronic health record system, these professionals share information to seamlessly collaborate – creating a highly coordinated, personal health care experience for all those we serve.

bones are our business. We’re growing our orthopedics services in Ardmore.

The quality care at Mercy Hospital Ardmore has been repeatedly recognized, including being named a CMS Four-Star Hospital for quality care, a Leapfrog Straight A Hospital for patient safety, and a top 100 rural and community hospital in the nation by The Chartis Center for Rural Health.

To learn more visit mercy.net/ArdmoreHealth

1550 Knox Road Ardmore, OK 73401

(580) 223-4174 www.ardmorevillage.com

– An Institution of the Episcopal Diocese of Oklahoma –

At Lighthouse, we meet each person wherever they are on their mental health journey, helping transform their lives by cultivating hope and healing. For our team members, we offer a work environment that is employee-focused and surging with growth opportunities.

At Lighthouse, we meet each person wherever they are on their mental health journey, helping transform their lives by cultivating hope and healing. For our team members, we offer a work environment that is employee-focused and surging with growth opportunities.

At Lighthouse, we meet each person wherever they are on their mental health journey, helping transform their lives by cultivating hope and healing. For our team members, we offer a work environment that is employee-focused and surging with growth opportunities.

At Lighthouse, we meet each person wherever they are on their mental health journey, helping transform their lives by cultivating hope and healing. For our team members, we offer a work environment that is employee-focused and surging with growth opportunities.

If you are a talented mental health professional, administrator or support staff who is devoted to helping others, we want you to join our team.

If you are a talented mental health professional, administrator or support staff who is devoted to helping others, we want you to join our team.

If you are a talented mental health professional, administrator or support staff who is devoted to helping others, we want you to join our team.

If you are a talented mental health professional, administrator or support staff who is devoted to helping others, we want you to join our team.

We have immediate openings for:

We have immediate openings for:

We have immediate openings for:

We have immediate openings for:

• counselors

• counselors

• counselors

• counselors

• nurses

• nurses

• nurses

Lighthouse offers a competitive salary; 100 percent employer paid medical, dental, vision and life insurance; and a 401K profit sharing plan with employer match up to 5 percent. We take care of our team so you can guide our clients through life’s toughest storms.

Lighthouse offers a competitive salary; 100 percent employer paid medical, dental, vision and life insurance; and a 401K profit sharing plan with employer match up to 5 percent. We take care of our team so you can guide our clients through life’s toughest storms.

Lighthouse offers a competitive salary; 100 percent employer paid medical, dental, vision and life insurance; and a 401K profit sharing plan with employer match up to 5 percent. We take care of our team so you can guide our clients through life’s toughest storms.

Lighthouse offers a competitive salary; 100 percent employer paid medical, dental, vision and life insurance; and a 401K profit sharing plan with employer match up to 5 percent. We take care of our team so you can guide our clients through life’s toughest storms.

• nurses

• case managers

• case managers

• case managers

• case managers

• peer recovery support specialists (PRSS)

• peer recovery support specialists (PRSS)

• peer recovery support specialists (PRSS)

• peer recovery support specialists (PRSS)

Discover your new career by visiting: https://www.lighthouseok.com/careers.

Discover your new career by visiting: https://www.lighthouseok.com/careers.

Discover your new career by visiting: https://www.lighthouseok.com/careers.

Discover your new career by visiting: https://www.lighthouseok.com/careers.

YOUR GUIDING LIGHT TO BETTER MENTAL HEALTH

LIGHTHOUSE BEHAVIORAL WELLNESS CENTERS OFFER A BEACON OF HOPE FOR THOSE WALKING THE ROAD TO RECOVERY • By J. Adam Calaway

Looking back, Nick Oxley can see the factors and choices that led to his struggle with addiction and depression. One parent left the family during his formative years. The other was an enabler. Both were addicts.

As a 19-year-old, he vividly recalls a parent giving him opioids to cope with emotional and physical pain, a moment that sparked a cycle in his life.

“I think about it often,” Oxley said. “I used to say that I didn’t have any traumatic events in my life, but then I look at my parents, who both had addictions. I see how I grew up, then I look at what happened in my 20s. I can see it now.”

After a stint in the Army, which took him from his home in Oklahoma to the other side of the globe and back again, he felt lost without his surrogate military family. His brothers in arms were gone, and the parent who raised him was dealing with her own addiction battle. Oxley found solace in a relationship with his girlfriend; however, when that relationship ended he dove into his drug use and began a 10-year battle with depression.

“When you don’t have someone to turn to, you turn to something else,” he said. “I turned to something synthetic. When you’re using, your body doesn’t have to temporarily deal with the problems, so you become biologically addicted.”

Oxley’s addiction hit an “alltime low” when he was 25. He had lost just about everything – relationships, home, car and hope. He bounced from opioids to heroine to meth, anything he could consume to escape the everintensifying nightmare that was his life. Warrants had been issued for his arrest. He knew it was time for a change.

He tried to get clean by himself, but the snare of addiction caught him again and again. It would be five more years of repeating the cycle of pain, drugs, depression back to drugs.

At 30 years old, Oxley heard about Lighthouse Wellness Behavioral Centers when another addict mentioned it in passing. “I could not stop myself from using. I did not have the will,” he said. “I just thought: if I can get in the program, they can help me. So that’s what I did.”

Lighthouse supports individuals, children and families as they walk their mental health and addiction journeys.

“We believe in recovery,” said Jessica Pfau, Lighthouse CEO. “We believe in meeting people where they are. We strive to rebuild hope and give our clients the tools they need to be successful.”

When Oxley arrived at the Lighthouse clinic in Ardmore for the first time, he was in a state of utter disarray. He was scared to face the battle ahead, and even more scared to try sobriety again and fail. Why would this be any different, he thought. Why would this turn it all around? But he took the first step – the hardest step – and walked into the clinic. This single decision changed his life forever.

Oxley entered the facility. He walked to the front desk. He filled out the paperwork and went through the assessment. He was given a prescription to help ease his body’s cravings for drugs. He made the daily decisions to return, to keep trying, to follow the plan the Lighthouse team outlined for him.

He started group counseling. It helped. He started individual counseling. It helped more. And he kept making the daily decisions to move forward.

“It had been a long way down, and it was a long way back up, but there was gradual, noticeable improvement,” Oxley said. “I felt like the Lighthouse counselors and staff cared and listened. They were there for me.”

Things changed slowly. It was a marathon of daily effort, but soon he gained momentum.

“My goal was to be free of all of this,” he said. “That was my goal going in. That was my goal on my last day. That is my goal today.”

Now in his early 30s, Oxley has been living a sober life for about two years. He continues monthly counseling sessions with his Lighthouse counselor to help keep him grounded and have someone to help sort through emotional situations without judgment.

“My experience at Lighthouse has been nothing short of excellent,” Oxley said. “They were all caring and attentive people. They have wonderful counselors and staff working here. I really appreciate everything they have done for me.”

BY THE NUMBERS

Oxley’s story is not an uncommon one. More than 50 million Americans suffer with at least one form of mental illness, and more than 25% of Oklahomans cope with mental health challenges – the fifth highest rate in the United States.

Depending on the diagnosis and severity, mental illness decreases the life expectancy of those affected by 10 to 24 years. Often, mental illness and addiction are interconnected challenges that manifest together.

“At Lighthouse we believe with proper treatment, those experiencing a mental illness and substance issues can lead full and rich lives,” Pfau said. “We empower and equip those who come to us, so that they can begin to thrive.”

Lighthouse is the Community Mental Health Center for nine counties in Southern Oklahoma, with headquarters in Ardmore and outpatient clinics in Ardmore, Ada, Durant, Madill, Pauls Valley, Seminole, Sulphur and Tishomingo and three, 24-hour crisis centers located in Ardmore, Ada and Durant.

Through a team-based approach for care and treatment, Lighthouse offers a comprehensive array of mental health and substance use disorder services to adult individuals, children and families.

“Every person who enters Lighthouse experiences our three core values: hope, dedication and community,” Pfau said. “We have a team of skilled clinicians who are dedicated to helping our clients with a proven program that helps rebuild hope.”

Because of the success with clients and increased visibility within its communities, Lighthouse has grown rapidly through the last three years, increasing from 120 employees to more than 300.

As the need for mental health services increases, the need for passionate individuals to join the Lighthouse team also grows. Counselors, nurses, case managers and peer recovery support specialists, along with support staff, are all needed. (See www.lighthouseok.com/ careers for more information).

“We are performing life-changing work every day as we help our clients walk the road to recovery,” Pfau said.

It’s a journey that Oxley understands all too well. He’s walked it. He continues to walk it. And he’s the first to tell people, you can’t walk it alone.

“Part of being successful in life and successful at being sober is never giving up. You have to have some fight, but you need help,” he said. “You can’t do it by yourself. You need support like Lighthouse to beat the beast of addiction.”

For more information about Lighthouse Behavioral Wellness Centers, visit www.lighthouseok.com.

ARDMORE IS NOT ALL BUSINESS!

Whether you prefer to live life on the edge, or just kick back and relax, Ardmore has something for you! Activities and recreational events abound, making Ardmore the center of tourism in Southern Oklahoma.

Oklahoma’s oldest and largest State Park, Lake Murray, lies just 10 miles south of town. Built as a WPA project in the 1930s, the park’s 12,400 acres feature a beautiful crystal -clear 5,700-acre lake. The Lake Murray Lodge has 32 guest rooms and 57 park cottages. All of the rooms are lakeside with private balconies. The cozy lobby includes a fireplace and gift shop. The sprawling state park provides visitors with recreational and water activities including a swim beach, water sports area, underwater diving, a swimming pool, miniature golf, guided trail rides, ATV trails, hiking and more. The diverse terrain, hiking trails and a Nature Center next to historic Tucker Tower make this a favorite destination. The marina offers the option to dock any vessel, from dingy to houseboat, for year-round accessibility. For the ultimate of lodging experiences, stay at the Lake Murry Floating Cabins where you can dock your boat at your door.

Ardmore is so much more than meets the eye from the interstate. A little bit rustic, sometimes fancy, always friendly, the city greets its guests with charm and unexpectedly cosmopolitan amenities. The city’s booming downtown, year-round natural beauty, and storied history make for travel experiences that become life-long memories.

Local Flavor

Whether dining is the driving force behind your travel or food is the last thing you think about as you plan your trip itinerary, Ardmore isn’t your typical small-town restaurant scene. Jumpstart your morning with a buzz from the local coffee shop, choose something healthy or indulgent for lunch, enjoy a custom cocktail or craft brew for happy hour, order up a locally-sourced dinner at a locally-own restaurant, and don’t ever skip dessert! Make sure to taste everything Ardmore has to offer.

*Baldwin’s Restaurant & Drive-In 513 S. Washington St (580) 223-9110

Braum’s 1021 Holiday Drive (580) 226-2330

Braum’s 24 N. Commerce (580) 223-6624

*Boomerang Diner 1225 N. Washington (580) 798-5254

*Café Alley 126 A St NE (580) 223-6413

*Casa Romo Cocina Mexicana 120 W. Main St (580) 224-9526

*Chicken Express 1213 N. Commerce St (580) 223-6000

*Chick-Fil-A 2500 12th Ave NW (580) 319-7901

*Dairy Queen 1425 12th Ave NW (580) 798-3096

*El Chico 124 Holiday Drive (580) 226-3343

*El Tapatio Mexican Café 2611 W. Broadway St (580) 223-9292

*El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant 808 N. Commerce St (580) 223-9177

*Fireside Dining 2256 Lodge Road (580) 226-4070

*Golden Chick 1725 12th Ave NW (580) 319-7813

*Louie’s Catfish Corner 914 S. Commerce St (580) 223-2922

main street coffee 108 W. Main St (580) 226-8222

*McAlister’s Deli 2401 12th Ave NW, Ste 104a (580) 798-3946

*McDonald’s 1001 W. Broadway St (580) 226-5001

*McDonald’s 1202 Cooper Dr (580) 223-1542

*Mill Street Tavern 24 Mill Street SE (580) 798-4287

Ok Poke’ 2612 W. Broadway St (580) 798-3958

Panda Express 1595 12th Ave NW (580) 786-0869

*Papa John’s Pizza 1109 W. Broadway St (580) 223-7575

*Prairie Kitchen 102 Holiday Drive (580) 226-8023

*Rib Crib 2401 12th Ave NW, Ste 102b (580) 798-4273

*Santa Fe Cattle Co. 2401 12th Ave NW, Ste 101 (580) 224-0100

*Sonic Drive-In 1101 Grand Ave (580) 223-7050

*Sonic Drive-In 2504 N. Commerce St (580) 224-9122

*Swadley’s BBQ 1501 Woerz Way (580) 226-2271

*Taco Bell 1007 N. Commerce St (580) 223-1308

*Taco Casa 2435 W. Broadway St (580) 341-3199

*Ten Star Pizza Kitchen 109 E. Main St (580) 226-0101

*Tropical Smoothie Café 2402 12th Ave NW, Ste 101b (580) 319-4334

*Two Frogs Grill 2646 W. Broadway St (580) 226-3764

*Whataburger 921 Holiday Drive (580) 226-2345

*Boom-a-rang Diner 1225 N. Washington (580) 798-5254

*Kirby’s Steakehouse/Mickey Mantlis 21444 World Way Dr Thackerville (580) 276-1484

*Sunset Grill 127 W. Main (580) 504-0285

*Ted’s Taco & Cantina 2401 12th NW #105 405-632-3325

*The Taste by Chef Rodney 217 W. Main St, Marietta, OK (214) 543-6739

*Wingstop 2401 12th NW #104C (580) 634-9464

*Qdoba 1865 12th NW (580) 543-7349

Applebee’s Neighborhood Bar & Grill 2680 W. Broadway St (580) 490-3373

Arby’s 2700 12th Ave NW (580) 223-5846

Burger King 1210 12th Ave NW (580) 223-1154

Burger King 2605 W. Broadway St (580) 223-1661

Carter’s Grill 2207 N. Rockford Rd (580) 221-5170

Carl’s Jr. 1608 N. Commerce St (580) 223-8822

Casey’s Catfish Corral 301 I St NW (580) 223-2553

Chili’s Bar & Grill 821 Holiday Dr (580) 223-5039

Daylight Donuts 817 W. Broadway St (580) 223-2533

Domino’s Pizza 201 N. Commerce St, Ste A (580) 226-6330

Edamame - An American Sushi Bar 23 B St SW (580) 223-2333

Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers 401 Holiday Dr (580) 319-7689

Giovanni’s Italian Restaurant 718 S. Commerce St (580) 341-3200

Hamburger Inn 27 N. Washington St (580) 223-7440

HTeaO 352 N. Commerce St (580) 781-4235

Huddle House 2450 Cooper Dr (580) 223-1218

IHOP 2520 Veterans Blvd (580) 223-0700

Interurban Classic Grill 322 Holiday Dr (580) 223-0503

Jake’s Joint 620 General St (580) 389-5040

Jimmy J’s 705 W. Broadway St (580) 768-4639

Jimmy’s Egg 2521 Veterans Blvd (580) 226-5344

Jing Yuan Chinese Restaurant 1211 N. Commerce St (580) 226-8976

Josie’s Chicken & Seafood 2015 W. Broadway St, Ste 3D (580) 319-4405

Kentucky Fried Chicken 2615 Holiday Dr (580) 226-3242

Little Caesars 1600 N. Commerce St (580) 490-9900

The Lookout Kitchen 3323 Lodge Rd (580) 223-6600 ext. 197

Napoli’s 4 S. Commerce St (580) 798-5130

New China King

201 N. Commerce St, Ste B (580) 226-6888

Papa’s Pizzeria 1204 Merrick Dr (580) 223-8009

Pho & More

2015 W. Broadway, #44 (580) 226-2442

Pizza Hut

1606 N. Commerce St (580) 226-2502

Popeye’s Louisiana Kitchen

1225 N. Commerce St (580) 364-7906

Portillo’s Mexican Restaurant

2015 W. Broadway St (580) 490-9000

Sakura 2401 12th Ave NW, Ste 104G (580) 224-0333

Sam’s Southern Eatery 1105 N. Washington Ave (580) 798-5189

Scout Fresh Foods & Café 333 W. Main St, Ste 120 (580) 319-4620

Sirloin Stockade

1217 N. Commerce St (580) 226-6281

Starbucks Coffee 911 Holiday Dr (580) 226-5057

Subway 901 Grand Ave (580) 223-3232

Taco Bell 806 Holiday Dr (580) 967-1403

Taco Bueno 905 N. Commerce St (580) 223-6423

Wendy’s 1045 15th Ave NW (580) 226-2106

Veggies Health Food Center & Restaurant

2015 W. Broadway (580) 226-2424

Shop Big while Shopping Local

There is no shopping like local shopping! Ardmore is equally at home to eclectic boutiques full of the latest fashion trends as it is to sprawling antique shops packed with vintage treasures. Whether you’re in the market for locally designed brands, high-end formal wear, or just picking up the swimsuits and flip-flops you forgot at home, Ardmore has the perfect shopping excursion.

*Antiques Etc. 10 E. Main St (580) 226-3490

*Ardmore Commons 2401 12th Ave (580) 223-8004

*Ardmore Emporium 105 E. Main St (580) 490-9223

*Bedre’ Fine Chocolate 37 N. Colbert Rd • Davis, OK 73030 (580) 367-5390

*Brad’s Western & Work Wear 132 Holiday Dr (580) 319-4012

DaCapo Music 216 W. Main St (580) 226-0373

*Knotted Grace 118 W. Main (760) 216-7247

*Eileen’s Colossal Cookies 222 W. Main St (580) 798-5292

*Jimmy’s Western Wear 2428 W. Broadway St (580) 223-0002

*Marcum’s Nursery 25 S. Rockford (580) 223-1846

*Maria’s Garden 112 Wheeler St (580) 223-2500

*Murray on Main 106 E. Main St (580) 387-7101

*Party Barn 15465 US 70 (580) 910-8011

*Party Fish 15 E. Main (580) 319-5599

*Ray-Ward Fine Jewelers 2015 W. Broadway St, Ste 51B (580) 223-0533

*Shops at Ardmore Anchor Stores: JC Penney, Hobby Lobby 1211 N. Commerce St (580) 223-8004

*Smart Repair 116 S. Commerce St (580) 319-7653

*The Stag 119 E. Main St (580) 319-7198

*Stranger Than Fiction Bookstore 8 E. Main St (580) 223-7323

*Studio 4:13 116 E. Main St (580) 504-2166

*The Garden Station 15 N. Commerce St (580) 226-7905

Uptown Formal Wear 2105 W. Broadway St, Ste 48 (580) 223-3001

Angel Delite 109 Republic (580) 223-9777

Bargain Lady Name Brand Consignment 620 W. Main St (580) 223-5239

Bargain Lady 2 1020 8th Street NW (580) 223-5239

Happyology 2015 W. Broadway St, Ste 31B (580) 319-4619

Jerry’s Gun Shop 715 Grand Ave (580) 223-8502

Kiddie Land 1011 W. Broadway St (580) 223-2411

Main Street Mercantile 224 W. Main (580) 490-9428

Moments to Remember 220 W. Main (580) 226-3141

Pixie Dust Bakery & Gifts 16386 Hwy 70 W, Lone Grove (580) 657-2253

Stephanie’s Beau-tique 207 W. Main St (580) 226-2630

The Bees Knees 1000 W. Broadway (580) 319-4847

The Bookseller 614 W. Main St (580) 223-8642

The Legacy Boutique & Gifts 14794 Hwy 70 (580) 657-4275

The Rage 12 B St NW (580) 226-2816

Threads Clothing Co. 111 W. Main St (580) 319-4610

Trivialities @ main street coffee 108 W. Main St (580) 226-8222

Are you tired of being cooped up indoors, dealing with the daily grind? Break out and experience the wild beauty of southern Oklahoma. Ardmore sits in the middle of several Oklahoma scenic highlights. The clear blue waters of Lake Murray, rolling hills of the Arbuckle Mountains, cascading beauty of Turner Falls, convenience of multiple city lakes, and stunning views over the Chickasaw National Recreation Area offer something for every outdoor adventurer.

CAMPGROUNDS

Chickasaw National Recreation Area

I-35 & Exit 55 • Sulphur & Davis, OK (580) 622-7220

370 Hook-ups

Lake Murray State Park 13528 Scenic Hwy 77 • Ardmore, OK (580) 223-4044

312 Hook-ups

Turner Falls

I-35 & Exit 51 • Davis, OK (580) 369-2988

42 Hook-ups

Washita Hideaway

I-35 & Exit 51 • Davis, OK (580) 465-7772

RV PARKS Ardmore RV Park 3222 W. Broadway St • Ardmore, OK (580) 226-0006

45 Hook-ups

By the Lake RV Park 1031 Lodge Rd • Ardmore, Ok (580) 798-4721

Cool Breeze: RV Cinema & Resort 16677 Main St • Springer, OK (580) 465-6452

Horseshoe Acres 58 Horseshoe Acres Rd • Ardmore, OK (580) 653-2758

Arbuckle Acres 7197 Hwy 53E • Springer, OK (580) 490-1111

Full Hook-ups

Ole Rail RV Park 6185 Dickson Rd • Dickson, OK (580) 220-8351

Call for Hook-ups

Arbuckle RV Resort 774 Cooper Memorial Rd • Sulphur, OK (580) 622-6338

50 Hook-ups

Cedars Edge RV Park 3433 US Hwy 70E • Ardmore, OK (580) 226-2266

50 Hook-ups

Davis Trailer Park & RV Hwy 7 (East of Davis) • Davis, OK (580) 618-0095

Red River Ranch RV Resort Thackerville, OK (580) 276-4411

www.redriverranchresort.com

132 Hook-ups

Red River Rose RV Resort 4661 Hedges Rd • Ardmore, OK (580) 220-2900

www.hiddenlakerv.com

Shady Oaks RV Park 3790 Cooper Memorial • Sulphur, OK (580) 622-6101

Call for Hook-ups

Town & Country Mobile Home Park 3841 N. Commerce St • Ardmore, Ok (580) 226-2222

14 Hook-ups

UNITED We Thrive

The Chickasaw Nation is committed to building relationships and partnerships that strengthen and benefit entire communities. From programs that positively impact youth and elders, to education, economic development, art, commerce and much more, the Chickasaw Nation works with communities for a bright future.

The Chickasaw Nation and Ardmore have a long history of collaboration, and the tribe continues to be a dedicated community partner with the city, a dedication that has resulted in numerous beneficial projects and initiatives.

Bloomfield Academy, a Chickasaw girl’s school, relocated to Ardmore in 1917 and was renamed Carter Seminary in 1934. Today, the Chickasaw Nation’s educational programs, a longstanding priority for the tribe, continue to grow. Programs in the Ardmore area serve all ages, from Head Start to college scholarships and youth work programs.

The Chickasaw Nation Ardmore Health Clinic offers a host of services to First Americans in Carter County and surrounding areas. In addition to a dental clinic, laboratory and a pharmacy, the Ardmore clinic houses environmental health services, public health nursing, mental health services, WIC nutrition program, audiology screenings, pre-natal care and well-baby follow-ups after birth.

The Chickasaw Nation Ardmore Health Clinic offers a host of services to First Americans in Carter County and surrounding areas. In addition to a dental clinic, laboratory and a pharmacy, the Ardmore clinic houses environmental health services, public health nursing, mental health services, WIC nutrition program, audiology screenings, pre-natal care and well-baby follow-ups after birth.

The Chickasaw Nation Ardmore Health Clinic offers a host of services to First Americans in Carter County and surrounding areas. In addition to a dental clinic, laboratory and a pharmacy, the Ardmore clinic houses environmental health services, public health nursing, mental health services, WIC nutrition program, audiology screenings, pre-natal care and well-baby follow-ups after birth.

Access to services and facilities that promote a healthy lifestyle help make communities stronger. The Chickasaw Nation Wellness Center in Ardmore is open to Chickasaw citizens, employees and family members.

Access to services and facilities that promote a healthy lifestyle help make communities stronger. The Chickasaw Nation Wellness Center in Ardmore is open to Chickasaw citizens, employees and family members.

Access to services and facilities that promote a healthy lifestyle help make communities stronger. The Chickasaw Nation Wellness Center in Ardmore is open to Chickasaw citizens, employees and family members.

The Chickasaw Nation understands the importance of partnering with communities in progress and economic development. Currently, work continues on a new hotel and casino near Lake Murray. The property will contain a more than 70,000-square foot casino with approximately 1,000 gaming machines, table games and a restaurant. The property will also contain a hotel with a business center and conference rooms.

The Chickasaw Nation understands the importance of partnering with communities in progress and economic development. Currently, work continues on a new hotel and casino near Lake Murray. The property will contain a more than 70,000-square foot casino with approximately 1,000 gaming machines, table games and a restaurant. The property will also contain a hotel with a business center and conference rooms.

The Chickasaw Nation understands the importance of partnering with communities in progress and economic development. Currently, work continues on a new hotel and casino near Lake Murray. The property will contain a more than 70,000-square foot casino with approximately 1,000 gaming machines, table games and a restaurant. The property will also contain a hotel with a business center and conference rooms.

In 2021, Ardmore law enforcement signed a crossdeputation agreement with the Chickasaw Nation Lighthorse Police to enhance our combined public safety and law enforcement efforts.

In 2021, Ardmore law enforcement signed a crossdeputation agreement with the Chickasaw Nation Lighthorse Police to enhance our combined public safety and law enforcement efforts.

With a focus on growth, progress and community, the Chickasaw Nation and Ardmore will continue to thrive.

In 2021, Ardmore law enforcement signed a crossdeputation agreement with the Chickasaw Nation Lighthorse Police to enhance our combined public safety and law enforcement efforts. With a focus on growth, progress and community, the Chickasaw Nation and Ardmore will continue to thrive.

With a focus on growth, progress and community, the Chickasaw Nation and Ardmore will continue to thrive.

RECREATION FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY

Within a short drive from the heart of the town, you can access fishing, boating, water sports, camping, hiking, swimming, zip lines, and picnicking. Local sporting facilities include a community pool, trampoline park, golf courses, softball and baseball fields, disc golf courses, pickleball and tennis courts, and acres of trails for biking and walking or ATVs, motorcycles and dirt bikes. The City of Ardmore’s The Clubhouse offers a full day of entertainment for parents and kids alike, with arcade games, mini golf, go carts, and ziplining.

Ardmore Community Water Park

506 3rd St NE • 580-223-2147

www.ardmorecity.org/349/Ardmore-Community-Water-Park

Once a fifty-year-old swimming pool, the Ardmore Community Water Park has all the elements of a major water theme park. The new water park features twisting slides, water basketball and a zero-depth entry pool for young children. Ardmore’s water park has also inspired nearby communities to develop similar facilities.

Ardmore Convention Center

2401 N. Rockford Rd • 580-226-2862

www.ardmoreconventioncenter.com

The 52,000 square-foot Ardmore Convention Center, located immediately adjacent to I-35, attracts group gatherings of all types and sizes. The facility offers the flexibility to serve groups from 15 – 3,500 in a variety of meeting rooms that feature a state-of-the-art audio-video system, while the Michelin Board Room features videoconferencing. Valero Hall, the foyer in the center features an aerial sculpture called “Circle of Flight” and the entrance to the facility is highlighted by a water feature and the bronze sculpture “Freedom”.

Ardmore Historic Main Street

Main St to A St NE • 580-226-6246

www.ardmoremainstreet.com

Historic downtown is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The district encompasses a group of approximately 97 major structures. Walking tours are available by appointment. Stroll through antique and unique shops that offer everything from whimsical to eccentric. Dining options abound in the Historic Downtown District.

Ardmore Regional Park

2704 N. Rockford Rd • 580-223-4844

www.ardmorecity.org/332/Ardmore-Regional-Park

Located off I-35, exit 33 at 2704 N. Rockford Road, Ardmore Regional Park offers a variety of recreational opportunities including two softball complexes, a children’s fishing pond, dog park, horseshoe pits, skate park, soccer fields, playground, hiking/ jogging/ rollerblading trails and covered pavilions. During the Christmas season, the park is transformed by the Festival of Lights, a 1 ½ mile Christmas drive-thru holiday display open to the public in late November and all of December.

LOCAL RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:

• Softball

• Pickleball

• Golf

• Miniature Golf

• Disc Golf

• Fishing

• Skating at the SK8 Park

Arbuckle Mountains

I-35, Exit 51

www.adventureroad.com/destinations/arbuckle-mountains

The Arbuckle Mountains are the oldest known formations in the United States between the Appalachian and Rocky Mountains. They contain a core of granite and  gneiss that date back at least 1.4 billion years. The core is overlain by a 1,500 feet layer of Cambrian-era rhyolite  that is about 525 million years old. Atop the rhyolite is a bout 15,000 feet of folded and faulted limestones,  dolomites, sandstones, and shales deposited in shallow seas from Late Cambrian  through Pennsylvanian time (515 - 290 million years ago).

Arbuckle Wilderness Park

I-35, Exit 51 • www.arbucklewildernesspark.com

Arbuckle Wilderness Park is a fun-filled adventure land where wonderful and diverse creatures from over five continents roam in habitats similar to their own. Open year round and set in the beautiful and historic Arbuckle Mountains, Arbuckle Wilderness Park is an exciting adventure for all ages. *Call for current hours of operation*

Bedre’ Fine Chocolate

I-35, Exit 55 • 800-367-5390 • www.bedrechocolates.com

Purchased by the Chickasaw Nation in 2000, Bedre’ Fine Chocolate has set the standard for quality gourmet chocolates. Bedre’ simply means “better” and the name says it all! Their chocolate is made from only the finest ingredients. Their recipes are tried and true and able to soothe and satisfy the most distinguished pallet. Bedre’, a better choice for you and yours! Visit the state of art store for a unique shopping experience. *Call for current hours of operation*

Chickasaw Nation Cultural Center

I-35, Exit 55 • 580-622-7130 www.chickasawculturalcenter.com

The Chickasaw Cultural Center, a stunning state-of-theart campus featuring architectural elements such as native stone, wood and copper, is the culmination of the legacy of the Native Americans. It is a place that records the history and perpetuates the legacy for generations to come. As the largest tribal cultural center in the United States, its ongoing mission is to make you feel at home. With showcases, interactive media stations and hands-on classes, it departs from the traditional museum “displays under-glass” format to allow one the closest connection with the Chickasaw culture. *Call for current hours of operation*

Chickasaw Nation Recreation Area

I-35, Exit 55 • 580-622-7234 • www.nps.gov/chic Springs, streams and lakes – whatever its form, water has always been the attraction at Chickasaw National Recreational Area. A multi-use trail designed for equestrian, mountain bike and hiking enjoyment is approximately 9 miles in length. This path takes you into areas that feel far removed from the confinements of civilization. *Call for current hours of operation*

The Clubhouse

2705 N. Rockford Rd. • 580-221-2556 • www.ardmorecity.org

This new Family Entertainment Center is in Regional Park in Ardmore. The Clubhouse has party rooms/ treehouses, an arcade area with plush, full commercial kitchen, soft play area, inside and outside dining area, miniature golf, go karts, Water Wars, zip line, challenge course and area for a seasonal ice rink.

Depot Park District

101 W Main St • www.ardmoremainstreet.com

The Mercy Train in the Depot Park to shops and restaurants, The Depot District is the bustling historic center of Ardmore, Oklahoma. In the Depot District, there’s always an exciting new event coming up. There are festivals, markets, concerts, and many more. AMSA invites you to discover the vibrant life of downtown Ardmore. Take the opportunity to experience heritage, culture, and history while in town.

Dornick Hills Golf and Country Club

519 Country Club Rd • 580-223-4071 • www.dornickhills.com

Dornick Hills Golf and Country Club is the premier country club in southern Oklahoma. The club offers an 18-hole championship, Par 70 golf course, the first designed by Perry Maxwell. Dornick Hills is the site of numerous tournaments and has been named by Golf Digest in the top 5 of Oklahoma golf courses several times. This is a private golf course.

Eliza Cruce Hall Doll Museum

320 E St. NE • 580-223-8290

ardmore.okpls.org/digital/echall-dolls

The Eliza Cruce Hall Doll Museum is a hidden treasure located inside the Ardmore Public Library. The collection was donated to the library in 1971 by the niece of Oklahoma’s second governor, Lee J. Cruce. The exhibit features over 300 rare and antique dolls representing a wide range of historical periods from the United States and Europe.

Gold Mountain Casino

1410 Sam Noble Pkwy • 580-223-3301

www.500nations.com/casinos/okgoldmountain

Visit Gold Mountain Casino for one of the best gaming experiences in Carter County. Located less than 5 miles east of I-35, the 8,620 square foot casino features more than 300 electronic gaming machines. If winning is one of your favorite pastimes, this Chickasaw Country Destination should be your next stop!

Greater Southwest Historical Museum

35 Sunset Dr • 580-226-3857 • www.gshm.org

The Greater Southwest Historical Museum works to preserve the history of south-central Oklahoma. Exhibits detail the area’s history from the mid-1800s to the present day, telling the fascinating story of human settlement in south-central Oklahoma, from Native Americans to the farmers, ranchers and townspeople who built strong communities in the region.

Hardy Murphy Coliseum

500 Lake Murray Dr S. • 580-223-2541

www.hardymurpheycoliseum.com

Built in 1937, the historic Hardy Murphy Coliseum has been a mainstay Ardmore tourist attraction. Primarily designed to host horse and livestock shows, recent renovations to the facility have allowed it the flexibility to now host a variety of events. Along with the space upgrades that allow the facility to stall 300 horses, the addition of air-conditioning provides Hardy Murphy with the competitive ability to attract regional and national events.

Historic Downtown Davis – Davis Main Street

I-35, Exit 55 • 580-369-2402 • www.davisok.org

Downtown Davis showcases period lighting, flower boxes and unique storefronts. Shoppers will be delighted by a variety of unique antiques and gifts, homeland baked goods, an old-fashioned soda fountain, relaxing coffee house and genuinely friendly service. *Call for current hours of operation*

Historic Downtown Sulphur – Sulphur Main Street

I-35, Exit 55 • 580-622-2824 • www.sulphurokla.com

The city of Sulphur is home to a restored historic downtown area that has been a part of the Oklahoma Main Street program since 1997. The downtown district features award-winning antique and one-of-a-kind gifts shops, as well as a variety of intriguing dining opportunities. *Call for current hours of operation*

Lake Murray State Park and Resort

I-35, Exit 29 • 580-223-4044 • www.travelok.com

Oklahoma’s oldest and largest state park, Lake Murray lies just 10 miles south of town. Built as a WPA project in the 1930s the park’s 12,400 acres feature a beautiful 5,700-acre lake. The newly constructed Lake Murray Lodge has 32 guest rooms and 57 park cottages. All the rooms are lakeside with private balconies. The Lookout offers a beautiful lake view with seating inside and outside and a 2-sided fireplace for guest comfort. The cozy lobby includes a fireplace and gift shop. The sprawling state park provides visitors with recreational and water activities including a swim beach, water sports area, underwater diving, a swimming pool, miniature golf, guided trail rides, ATV trails and more. The diverse terrain, hiking trails and a nature center next to historic Tucker Tower make this a favorite destination. The marina offers the option to dock any vessel, from dingy to houseboat, for year-round accessibility. For the ultimate of lodging experiences, stay at the Lake Murray Floating Cabins where you can dock your boat at your door.

Lakeview Golf Course

3905 N. Commerce St • 580-223-4260

www.ardmorecity.org/133/City-Golf-Course

Lakeview Golf Club is located just one mile east of I-35 on north Commerce. This Par 71, 18-hole championship layout offers challenges for the beginner as well as the seasoned golfer. The bent grass greens and Bermuda fairways make this golf course one of the best public courses in the area.

Memorial Park

410 W. Main St • 580-223-7765

www.exploreardmore.com/explore/attractions/ memorial-park

Dedicated in 2001, Memorial Park is a monument acknowledging Ardmore’s rich history in the energy industry. The Oil Patch Warrior is dedicated to the Oklahomans who assisted the British and provided essential petroleum for war efforts during World War II. Its sister statue stands in the Sherwood Forest in England. The park also contains a monument that pays homage to Carter County Veterans and their sacrifice for our freedom.

Military Memorial Museum

35 Sunset Dr • 580-226-3857 • www.gshm.org

The Military Museum preserves and displays military history. It is also the museum’s purpose to honor those who have served the United States in times of war and peace. The museum’s exhibits range from the American Revolution through Operation Enduring Freedom.

Lake Murray Nature Center at Tucker Tower

13528 Scenic Hwy 77 • 580-223-2109 • www.lake-murray.org

The Lake Murray Nature Center at Tucker Tower is a must visit during any trip to Lake Murray.  The Nature Center is located on the south end of Lake Murray on a cliff overlooking the lake.  Opened in its current state in 2013, the Nature Center is connected by a short uphill path to Tucker Tower which overlooks the entire lake. The Nature Center houses a learning center that covers everything about Lake Murray and Lake Murray State Park.

From the lake’s history to local wildlife to the water itself, the Nature Center covers all topics around the lake.  There are many displays and infographics to take in that explain the surrounding areas. A huge deck at the nature center overlooks the lake’s blue waters and is great for photographs.  There is also a small dock that extends into a cove just below the Nature Center.

Nearby Tucker Tower serves as one of Oklahoma’s most visible landmarks.  You can climb to the top of Tucker Tower for a 360-degree view of the lake and the surrounding areas. Do not miss the Lake Murray Nature Center - it is worth the short drive to the south end of the lake to visit. Enjoy!

Santa Fe Depot/ Heartland Flyer

251 E. Main Dr • 580-226-3857 • www.heartlandflyer.com

Amtrak’s Heartland Flyer makes a daily roundtrip of 418 miles between Oklahoma City and Ft. Worth, TX with a stop in Ardmore at the Santa Fe Depot. The depot is one of the city’s oldest and most revered buildings. Enjoy the tradition of trail travel with the Heartland Flyer and experience all the beautiful scenery and landmarks, such as the Santa Fe Depot and Ardmore’s historic Main Street along the way.

Tishomingo Wildlife Refuge

12000 S. Refuge Rd, Tishomingo OK 580-371-2402 • www.fws.gov/refuge/tishomingo

The 16,464-acre Tishomingo National Wildlife Refuge is one of more than 540 refuges throughout the United States managed by the Fish and Wildlife Service. It lies at the upper Washita arm of Lake Texoma and is administered for the benefit of migratory waterfowl in the Central Flyway. Most of the refuge, including the 4,500-acre Cumberland Pool, was acquired in 1946. *Call for current hours of operation*

Treasure Valley Casino

I-35, Exit 55 (Hwy 7) • 580-369-2895 www.treasurevalleycasino.net

Treasure Valley Casino is one of Chickasaw Nation’s most popular casinos located just off I-35 amongst the Arbuckle Mountains. Meant for travelers and local gamers, Treasure Valley Casino is a lively casino environment also conveniently located nearby other outdoor attractions and cultural centers, including the breathtaking Chickasaw National Recreation Area. This unique casino environment provides gamblers of every skill level with over 400 electronic gaming machines and table games, including, Ultimate Texas Hold’em, Blackjack and Three Card Poker. For additional convenience, Treasure Valley Casino is attached to the Treasure Valley Hotel, a 58-guest room inn equipped with a variety of amenities to help make your stay comfortable, which makes it an ideal location for traveling families and groups.

Turner Falls Park

I-35, Exit 51 • 580-369-2988 • www.turnerfallspark.com

Located in the Arbuckle Mountains (some of the oldest mountains on earth), Turner Falls Park has been described as one of the three geological windows into the planet’s past, along with the Grand Canyon and the Black Hills of South Dakota. These ancient mountains make a beautiful backdrop for an outdoor adventure. A highlight of Turner Falls Park is the clear water that flows throughout the park, creating rippling creeks and natural swimming pools perfect for keeping visitors cool on hot summer days, although the crown jewel of the park’s watery playground remains the 77foot picturesque waterfall. Visitors will also enjoy hiking along the nature trails, exploring the park’s three caves, discovering Collings Castle and fishing the trout-stocked streams from November through March. Please note, no pets are allowed in the park and children under 12 are required to have a certified flotation device. *Call for current hours of operation*

WinStar World Casino and Resort

I-35, Exit 1 or Exit 5 • 800-622-6317

www.winstarcasinos.com

WinStar World Casino and Resort is the largest casino in the entire world! With more than 500,000 square feet of gaming floor, eight city-themed gaming plazas boast more than 8,500 electronic games, 150 game tables, off-track betting area, Bingo Hall, Poker Room and high stakes gaming. Exception restaurants are also located throughout the gaming plazas. The Globally Event Center features live entertainment from world famous artists. The casino hotels are accessible from the gaming floor, or you can practice your swing at the D.A. Weibring designed golf course, enjoy a rejuvenating massage at the organic Spa Habitat or shop for some great gifts from the unique boutiques.

UNDERSTAND THAT WHAT MATTERS MOST IS Guidance AND

Pet Lovers Paradise

Your pet wants to check out Ardmore also! Several pet-friendly hotels will offer a retreat for you and your furry best friend. Enjoy the temperate weather and delicious food while dining al fresco on the patio of one of the area’s pet-welcoming restaurants. Let your pal wander free at Ardmore Regional Park’s Dog Park or adventure together at any of the outdoor offerings. And don’t worry if Fluffy gets worn out or dirty – Ardmore has several pet boarding facilities, loving veterinarians, groomers, and plenty of other ways to be pampered!

Escape into Arts and Culture

Don’t be fooled by Ardmore’s casual, friendly atmosphere. Creativity thrives here! Cultural events, a thriving community arts scene, historic museums, festivals, art galleries, and a world-class art center can all be found right here. Plan to catch a local theatre production, visit one of the area’s outdoor murals, or learn more about Ardmore’s past by touring museums and historical sites.

Charles B. Goddard Center

401 1st Ave SW • 580-226-0909 • www.goddardcenter.org

The Goddard Center for the Visual and Performing Arts provides southern Oklahoma with a cultural complex offering venues in theater, dance, music and visual art. The galleries of the Goddard Center feature Western and contemporary paintings from a permanent collection. A variety of exhibits and activities are scheduled throughout the year, many featuring area exhibits. Researchers are also welcomed to browse the 800-volumn art library.

Heritage Hall

220 W. Broadway • 580-490-1780

www.facebook.com/Heritage-Hall

Heritage Hall, formerly known as Ardmore Civic Auditorium, is an Art Deco structure located in the heart of downtown Ardmore. This landmark underwent renovation several years ago and has now become a favorite venue for concerts and downtown gatherings.

Marvin’s Place Art Gallery

103 W. Main St • 580-798-5046 • marvinsplace.gallery

A fine art gallery located in the Depot District of downtown Ardmore, OK. Come experience amazing artwork in the space that once was Yeager’s Department Store, owned and operated by Marvin Yeager. Currently representing artists from Southern Oklahoma, New Mexico, Michigan, South Carolina and the Native Kamba people of the Eastern Plains of Kenya, Marvin’s Place Art Gallery is in the Depot District of Downtown Ardmore.

ORGANIZATIONS

535 Foundation Ranch (Veteran) Diana Shiroli

20th District Drug Court Ardmore Family Literacy Crystal Haught

Alzheimer’s Association Jessica Hogner

American Red Cross - South Central OK Chapter Loida Salmond

Gideons International

Girl Scouts .........................................................................

Girls on the Run Randee Pearce.....................................

Goddard Center for Visual & Performing Arts

Ken Bohannon...................................................................

Good Shepherd Community Clinic Teresa Myers

Good Shepherd Hospice Trish Marsh

Goodwill

Grace Center of Southern Oklahoma

Leslie Groven ....................................................................

Greater Southwest Historical Museum

Adm. Wesley Hull..............................................................

H.F.V. Wilson Community Center Jamia Cody .............

Habitat for Humanity Jayne Huffman

Healing Heart (Counseling) Shenita Jones

Heroes with Hope

Hope Pregnancy Center of Southern Oklahoma

Leanne Martin

It’s From the Heart (Charity)............................................

580-798-0766

405-528-4475

580-319-7593

580-226-7522

580-223-3411

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580-319-5332

580-223-2027

580-226-3857

580-223-0136

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580-798-3650

580-319-8571

580-223-7232

580-657-2531

Keys Enabling Your Success (Music Arranging & Composing)

Tommy Black .....................................................................

580-657-2047

Ladies of the Leaf Allison Smalley ..................................580-226-1466

Lake Murray Yacht Club Ted Enos

Legal Aid

Lighthouse Behavioral Wellness Center

Jessica Pfau

Lions Club Aaron Midden

Micah Foundation Brenda Merritt..................................

405-830-4410

580-226-4863

580-223-5070

580-220-7782

580-277-9780

Big Five Community Services Kevin Stinson

Boys & Girls Club of Red River Valley Amy Miller

Broadway House (Substance Abuse Counceling)

Camp Fire USA Margaret Gilbert

Carter County 4-H Justin Rutledge

580-223-3291

580-490-9084

580-223-8660

580-223-5889

580-223-6570

Carter County Association for Home & Community Education

Kaye Seeliger

580-223-7512

Carter County Bar Association Brett A. Morton 580-221-1104

Carter County Democratic Party Chris Ezeobele

Carter County OSU Extension Center Danielle Wells

Carter County Republican Party Don Ray Thomason

CASA of Southern Oklahoma Amy Martens

Catholic Charties

City of Ardmore Development Services

Jessica Scott

City of Ardmore Library Board Daniel Gibbs

City of Ardmore Parks & Recreation Department

Teresa Ervin

Community Activities Mary Kate Wilson

Community Choral Society David Hobbs

Community Youth Services of Southern Oklahoma

Kaylyn Gary

Cross Timbers Hospice Mark Dodge

Daughters of American Revolution Dana Pruitt

DAV (Disabled American Veterans)

Destiny Recovery Center

Dept of Human Services - Carter County

Elks Lodge

Family Shelter of Southern Oklahoma

Kathy Manning

Fellowship of Christian Athlete’s

580-340-0059

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580-226-0009

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918-728-9287

877-474-2190

580-798-4421

580-490-3600

580-223-2763

580-226-3750

580-226-3804

Food & Resource Center of Southern Centeral Oklahoma

James Rosson

Food for Pets

Friends of Southern Oklahoma Library System

Jane Robbins

FUEL Ardmore (fka Ardmore Young Professionals)

Cody Steele.......................................................................

580-247-0443

580-220-0609

580-224-0296

580-223-7765

March of Dimes .................................................................

Murray State College in Ardmore Dr. Tim Faltyn ........

580-223-4781

580-319-0300

New Dimensions Literacy Council Mary Ann Finley...580-630-9055

Oklahoma School for the Blind Rita Eschelle

Oklahoma Veterans Center Amy Sprouse

Oklahoma Works

Public Health Innovators (Carter Co Health Dept)

Mendy Spohn ....................................................................

Restoring Lives Shenita Jones.......................................

Retired & Senior Volunteer Program Amber Freeman...

Rotary Club Kim Benedict ...............................................

Salvation Army Kisha Carr

Sara’s Project Lara Welch

Southern Oklahoma Adolescent Resources

Southern Oklahoma Blood Institute Susan Crews

Southern Oklahoma Board of Realtors

Lacy Jones-White...............................................................

Southern Oklahoma Builders Association

Joyce Davenport...............................................................

Southern Oklahoma Community Arts, Inc...................

Southern Oklahoma Memorial Foundation

Mary Kate Wilson

Southern Oklahoma Military Officers Association

Lt. Col. Janet Skelton

Southern Oklahoma Nutrition Program

Rebecca Williams..............................................................

918-781-8200

580-223-2266

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580-561-2133

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Southern Oklahoma Republican Women Julie Longest.... 580-222-1181

Sunshine Industries, Inc. Lisa Holley .............................

580-226-1444

Texoma Autism & Behavior Intervention School 580-300-3010

The Jar Ministries Michael Rogers

580-798-6952

The More Foundation Scott Ownbey 580-223-1560

United Way of South Central Oklahoma, Inc.

Daela Echols

580-223-1401

Veterans Upward Bound Mary Huckleberry Meeks ....580-559-5541

YW8 (Southern Oklahoma Adolocent Resources)

Summer Coffman ..............................................................

580-798-5059

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Mary Johnson ........................... 580-223-5294

CHILD DAYCARE FACILITIES

Ardmore Day Nursery

Ages: 3 months - 4 years

320 D St NW • 580-223-4807

Bright Beginnings

Ages: 6 months - 4 years

First Methodist Ardmore

501 W. Main St • 580-223-3672

Gloria Ainsworth

Ages: 6 weeks - 12 years

502 G St NE • 580-226-3321

Hickory Creek Childcare Center

Ages: 14 months - 4 years

1408 4th Ave NW • 580-223-7111

Learning Cove

Ages: 6 weeks - 12 years

2015 W. Broadway • 580-223-0163

Maw-Maw & Me-Maw Daycare

Ages: 6 weeks - 12 years

903 Myall Rd SW • 580-224-0706

First Touch Learning Center

Ages: 0 months - 12 years

18 E St NE • 580-223-4778

AFTER SCHOOL & SUMMER PROGRAMS

HFV Wilson Community Center

Ages: 5 - 12 years

625 E. Main St

580-223-0136

Boys & Girls Club

Ages: 5 years & up

1501 9th Ave SW

580-490-9084

HUGS (Jefferson Elementary)

Ages: 5 - 12 years

333 Carter St SE

580-221-1649 - Susan Sweeton

MOTHER’S DAY OUT

First Baptist Church

Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:00 am - 2:45 pm

225 1st St SW

580-223-1472 • 580-223-1473

APARTMENTS-RENTALS

Ardmore Village (Senior Housing)

580-223-4174

Cashco Properties ............................................. 580-223-0314

Big 5 Apartments

Dunbar Heritage Apartments

Dwell Ardmore, LLC

IMPORTANT COMMUNITY LISTINGS

580-223-3733

580-490-9047

580-222-5222

ECIB, LLC (Furnished - Short Term) 580-223-9773

Highland Park Apartments

580-223-1011

Huntington Falls Apartments 580-223-6433

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

LOCAL REAL ESTATE AGENCIES

City of Ardmore www.ardmorecity.org

580-226-2100

Local Events Calendar www.event/ardmore.com

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We’re off I-35 Exit 31A, 10 miles north of Lake Murray, Oklahoma's oldest and largest state park. Ardmore’s Southwest History Museum, shows at Heritage Hall, and the Ardmore Convention Center are five minutes away.

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We’re off I-35 Exit 31A, 10 miles north of Lake Murray, Oklahoma's oldest and largest state park. Ardmore’s Southwest History Museum, shows at Heritage Hall, and the Ardmore Convention Center are five minutes away.

We’re off I-35 Exit 31A, 10 miles north of Lake Murray, Oklahoma's oldest and largest state park. Ardmore’s Southwest History Museum, shows at Heritage Hall, and the Ardmore Convention Center are five minutes away.

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