Oklahoma Magazine July 2023

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39 e Best of the Best

Every industry has a coveted award – the pinnacle of success for which one aims. Films have Oscars. Music has Grammys. TV has Emmys. Journalism has the Pulitzer. And what do we, your beloved lifestyle magazine in the region, have? at’s right –e Best of the Best Awards. Now in its 24th year, TBOB was the rst award of its kind in the region and remains the authority on what, exactly, you believe is the best. If you’re looking for something speci c, we likely have it. With categories ranging from services to health and wellness, home, shopping, entertainment, and dining, you’ll be able to nd exactly what you’re looking for. Maybe we’ll even introduce you to a few new favorite spots.

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A Study in Style

Nestled in quiet neighborhoods and on acres of land are luxurious homes just waiting to be explored. We o er a peek behind the front door at four Oklahoma homes rich in elegance, style, opulence and beauty.

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The Best is Yet to Come

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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

e equivalent of Oklahoma Magazine’s Oscar season is here, folks. at’s right – it’s e Best of the Best! You, our loyal readership, came out in droves from December to March to vote on your favorites, and the results are in. From general services to health and wellness, dining, home, shopping and entertainment, we bequeath upon you nearly 1,000 winners to peruse. Hop to it on page 39.

If you’d like a peek behind the curtain (or rather, behind the front door) of some truly beautiful Oklahoma residences, check out our Luxury Homes feature (page 130). We talk to the experts about the design/build process and provide you with photo rich spreads to peruse.

When I say the word ‘labyrinth,’ you may think of David Bowie, funky costumes and the glamor of the 80s, but did you know Oklahoma universities also harbor several of these not-quite-mazes? We traverse through a few in our State cover (page 7).

With summer in full swing, perhaps you’re looking for an out-ofstate vacation. We take a virtual tour of Miami on page 27. Or for something in-state, we explore the small yet mighty town of Marlow (page 36).

While Oklahoma is home to a variety of working farms, a hidden gem is nestled in Bixby. We sit down with Joe Tierney, namesake and owner of Joe’s Farm, to talk about grueling schedules, his passion for produce and all his farm has to o er guests (146).

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ALL THINGS OKLAHOMA

A Path to Enlightenment

Labyrinths can be found and explored all across Oklahoma.

Despite its mysterious origins, the labyrinth is one of the most distinct manmade designs, appearing in places all over the world for thousands of years. Although its winding pattern may resemble a maze, a true labyrinth has only one path that leads to and from its center.

The labyrinth’s unicursal pathway is commonly regarded as a metaphor for enlightenment and introspection, leading those who take it away from outside distractions before returning to the place they started.

Oklahoma is home to many labyrinths, several of which are located on college campuses. Students can benefit from the solace that labyrinths provide, encouraging mindfulness and reflection.

“The beauty of a labyrinth is that you take your whole self into it – mind, body and soul,” says Diane Rudebock, professor emerita of kinesiology and health studies at the University of Central Oklahoma.

“[While] your body is moving, your mind is free to let thoughts come and go.”

Retracing the History of Labyrinths

Labyrinths have existed for more than 4,000 years. Although their exact place of origin is unknown, ancient cultures often carved their unique designs into coins, tombs, caves and jewelry. There are several types of labyrinths, which are classified by their number of circuits, or how many times the path encompasses the innermost point.

One of the most popular designs is the Classical Labyrinth (also known as the Cretan Labyrinth). This design includes seven circuits and originates from the Greek myth of Theseus and the Minotaur. According to legend, King Minos of Crete commissioned Daedalus to build a labyrinth that would imprison a ravenous Minotaur. Against all odds, Theseus braved the labyrinth and reemerged a hero, having

slayed the beast.

The Greek myth inspired architecture during Medieval times, which gave way to another popular design: the Chartres labyrinth. Built around 1200 A.D., the first labyrinth of its kind was inlaid into the floor of the Chartres Cathedral in France. Its design is divided into four quadrants, consisting of 11 circuits.

Unlike the Greek myth, the Chartres Labyrinth was used as a contemplative tool, paralleling the journey to redemption. Many people continue to use labyrinths as a walking meditation.

Labyrinths at Oklahoma State University

OSU offers two different labyrinths on campus, the Morill Labyrinth and the Botanic Garden Labyrinth, which are free and open to the public. Both labyrinths were constructed in 2016.

Lou Anella, director of the OSU Botanic

At Oklahoma State University, the two constructed labyrinths offer students a space to meditate and find peace.

Photo courtesy OSU

Garden, says that the university’s intention was to offer students a space to meditate and find peace.

The Morrill Labyrinth is located next to the Morill Hall and features three spiraling stone pathways that converge to a center point. The three sides of the labyrinth represent the connection between mind, body and spirit.

The Botanic Garden Labyrinth is a seven-circuit, Classical design, spanning half of a mile. The university created this labyrinth by planting Bermuda grass and using spray paint and stakes to map where to mow.

“We’ve really tried to put more things in the garden that entice people to come,” says Anella. “[The labyrinth] is a benefit to the community and is something that families enjoy with their children.”

The Southeastern Oklahoma State University Labyrinth

Located behind the Fine Arts Building, the SOSU labyrinth is a five-circuit Medieval labyrinth made of bricks and grass. The installation of the labyrinth was spearheaded by Charla Hall, professor emeritus of psychology at the university. As a trained labyrinth facilitator, Hall introduced several of her students to labyrinth

walks, which helped build up momentum to construct one on campus.

At the time of the labyrinth’s construction, many students, faculty, and alumni showed up in support of the project. The labyrinth, which was slated as a two-day project, took only one day to finish due to the enthusiasm and cooperation of the community. Adding beauty to SOSU’s campus, the labyrinth provides a peaceful spot for students to reflect and relax in between classes.

Labyrinths at the University of Central Oklahoma

Labyrinths have become mainstays of UCO’s student life since the construction of its first one in 2013. Rudebock was instrumental in raising awareness about the transformative benefits of labyrinths. Introduced to walking meditations in 2000, Rudebock is also a certified labyrinth facilitator.

She began bringing a large canvas tarp with a labyrinth design as an activity for students to participate in during UCO’s summer leadership academy in 2003. Over 70 students tried the labyrinth during these retreats. The activity became so popular that the university began spray painting a design into the grass, where it eventually

constructed its outdoor labyrinth.

From then on, students and faculty expressed interest in having a permanent, on-campus labyrinth. In 2013, UCO commissioned Marty and Debbie Keerman of Labyrinth in Stones to create the university’s outdoor design, which is a replica of the 11-circuit Chartres labyrinth in France.

“We were the first public university to have a labyrinth in Oklahoma,” says Rudebock. “To be able to have that available for our students, our staff, our faculty, the community – it really was a dream come true.”

In 2022, UCO installed a second labyrinth inside its gymnasium. Painted on the floor, this is a seven-circuit, Classical design. Faculty and students incorporate the indoor-and-outdoor labyrinths into their daily activities, using them as gathering places for musical performances and yoga classes. The university also observes Worldwide Labyrinth Day, which takes place every first Saturday in May.

Rudebock notes that there is no right or wrong way to explore a labyrinth, encouraging others to find one nearby. “

Bring your whole self … and prepare for an experience, whatever it may be,” she says. “When you experience a labyrinth, it meets you where you are.”

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UCO was the first public university in Oklahoma to have a labyrinth.

Photo courtesy UCO

TRIAL LAWYERS WHO SERVE

“Getting the most for our clients” is what The Handley Law Center is all about, according to Fletcher Handley. “Whether it’s a personal injury case, or criminal defense, or family law, we put the clients’ interests first.”

Handley founded The Handley Law Center over 15 years ago, after nearly 30 years as a partner with another firm. Handley was first named to Oklahoma Super Lawyers in 2009. He is a former president of the Oklahoma Association for Justice (OAJ) and was selected as the 2018 OAJ Trial Lawyer of the Year. He is a member of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers of The National Trial Lawyers and a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates. In 1999, he testified before the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation in opposition to a proposed national nofault car insurance bill.

Handley’s sons, Ashton and Alex, both followed him into the Navy and eventually into the practice of law at The Handley Law Center. Ashton is a graduate of Loyola University in New Orleans. He is named again in 2022 as a Super Lawyers honoree in the area of criminal defense. He is a member of The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Lawyers and a graduate of the Oklahoma Bar Association’s 2015 Leadership Academy.

Alex is a graduate of the film school at the University of Southern California and worked in the film industry for many years before returning to Oklahoma for law school. He is a member of the Top 40 Under 40 Trial Lawyers and is honored to be selected to Rising Stars since 2019 in the area of plaintiff personal injury. Alex’s practice includes criminal defense in all Oklahoma courts.

The Handley Law Center is proud to be a charter member of Primerus, an international association of some of the world’s finest law firms. With over 60 years of combined legal experience and offices conveniently located in Oklahoma City and El Reno, the attorneys at The Handley Law Center represent clients throughout Oklahoma. Their only goals are good outcomes for their clients.

L to R: Ashton Handley*, Fletcher Handley, Jr.*, Alex Handley** *Selected to Super Lawyers **Selected to Rising Stars

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The Lifeblood of Rural Oklahoma

The National Rural Water Association (NRWA) is the nation’s largest water and wastewater utility membership association. NRWA trains, supports and promotes professionals who serve small communities (under 10,000 in population) in all 50 states. The association draws from numerous federally funded programs to bridge the gap between regulatory requirements and resources available in rural America.

NRWA’s Oklahoma entity, the Oklahoma Rural Water Association (ORWA), focuses on water and wastewater system sustainability for generations to come. ORWA is the primary driver for federal and state programs used to ensure safe and plentiful drinking water and environmentally sound wastewater treatment.

Brandon Bowman, ORWA state programs director, says some programs are funded by NRWA via grants from the USDA-Rural Development and the EPA, which are then implemented by ORWA. Among these are the apprenticeship program, along with the EPA water and wastewater training and technical assistance programs.

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Federal/NRWA funded programs also include the Source Water Protection Program – which helps communities develop plans to prevent, reduce and/or eliminate pollution from impacting raw water sources. The Energy Efficiency Program helps systems save power, materials and revenue by improving efficiencies in operations and power consumption.

State funded programs include the Long Range Sustainability Program, the Water Loss Reduction Program, the Rate Analysis Program and the Disadvantaged Community Program. These programs help systems improve technical, managerial and financial sustainability.

“The Circuit Rider Program provides regular on-site technical assistance visits, conducts training classes for operators and provides emergency response assistance,” says Bowman. “Circuit Riders travel from system to system, providing help and solving problems when needed.”

The Wastewater Technician Program involves a team of technicians who also travel from system to system, helping lagoon and small sewer treatment system operators

sustainability. It’s also wise for the public to be informed by understanding why systems set rules and take actions, such as rate setting and seeking funding for infrastructure improvements. Individuals may look for opportunities to run

solve issues and improve operations. The techs provide on-site support, particularly for locating leaks in the sewage collection system so they can be rapidly repaired.

And specialists in the EPA training and technical assistance programs, while complementing the work of the Circuit Rider and Wastewater Technician programs, provide training in issues impacting systems, such as emerging contaminants, PFAs, and lead and copper rule revisions.

As a nonprofit, NRWA rallies resources in emergency situations. In Dec. 2021, the NRWA responded to an outbreak of storms and over 30 tornadoes in four states – resulting in water and wastewater systems that were dramatically affected, impacting 13,000 rural Americans.

“Before ORWA’s creation in 1970, small water and wastewater systems had no voice at the state capitol or in Washington, D.C.,” Bowman says. “The majority of Oklahoma water systems are considered small. The strength of our nation lies in rural America, and our water and wastewater systems are the lifeblood of that strength.”

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for governing board seats. And if a system is not already a member, the public may encourage their system to join ORWA. With membership open to all Oklahoma public water and wastewater systems, ORWA encourages all systems to become members.

public may attend governing board meetings for their local water and wastewater systems, and support initiatives that improve system

The Oklahoma Rural Water Association fights to keep the state’s water clean.

The employees of the Oklahoma Rural Water Association focus on water and wastewater system sustainability for generations to come.

Photo courtesy ORWA

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WHAT, WHEN AND WHERE

Birds and Brews

bines science and environmental education along with interactive presentations, activities and live animal guests.

“We have several very exciting projects happening at the Sutton Center and around Oklahoma,” says King. “We are well known nationwide, but a hidden gem locally!”

Conservation internships bring high school and college students into the fold on real projects, as they play a role in wildlife conservation. Satellite tracking of young bald eagles lets students and the public continue to follow the birds on their journey.

If you’ve got an affinity for birds, beers or perhaps both, the upcoming Wild Brew event is a match made in heaven. The event, helmed by the George Miksch Sutton Avian Research Center, is a one-of-a-kind affair that combines top-notch food from the Tulsa area with first rate local beers, wines and spirits. On top of that, there is live music, demonstrations from local artists, opportunities for selfies with an array of live birds, plus a silent auction. The live birds include a Narragansett turkey, a red-tailed hawk and a golden pheasant.

Local Tulsa artist Josh Stout will be on site doing a live painting that will be auctioned off during the event.

“We will have an art gallery set up at the event with donated artwork from well-known local artists who support the Sutton Center’s conservation work,” says Christina King, communications officer with the research center.

“People will be able to purchase artwork during the event.”

The annual fundraiser supports the Sutton Center, an internationally recognized non-profit established in 1983 that’s best known for its work with bald eagles. A decade ago, the bald eagle was on the endangered list. Now, they fly the Oklahoma skies with regularity. After this success, the Sutton Center is now trying to save more endangered birds, such as the masked bobwhite and Attwater’s prairie chicken. The center also keeps tabs on bald eagles through satellite tracking, surveys and a live nest webcam. All in all, the center operates with the goal of finding conservation solutions for birds and the natural world through science and education.

On top of protecting birds like the bald eagle, the Sutton Center also launched a major study of Oklahoma’s breeding birds for a five year statewide survey. The results will help to understand how these Oklahoma animals are faring.

There are also “All About Birds” Ambassador Programs, meant to share the Sutton Center’s expertise with students all across the state of Oklahoma. Each program com-

The Sutton Scholarship Award, with support from NatureWorks and corporate sponsors, recognizes Oklahoma high school students who demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate current conservation topics in compelling ways through different art mediums. Coupled with the viewing of baby bald eagles, there are also videos of the eagles hunting, feeding and defending their nests.

As a non-profit, the best way to help the Sutton Center is through donations or the volunteering of your time. The Wild Brew event, hosted at Tulsa’s Cox Business Convention Center on Aug. 26 from 5-8 p.m., is also a wonderful way to help the center and have a great time doing it. General admission is $75. The live local music includes Shelby Eicher, Kyle Reid, and Biscuits and Gravy.

Drink a beer and save a bird!

DREW JOSEPH ALLEN

The George Miksch Sutton Avian Research Center offers education and programming alongside its Wild Brew event.

Photo courtesy the Sutton Avian Research Center

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George Miksch Sutton Avian Research Center encourages you to drink a beer and save a bird.

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Celebrating the Red, White and Blue

There’s nothing more American than celebrations for the Fourth of July. For nearly 250 years, we’ve been taking time during the heat of summer to remember that fateful July day when the future was sealed for our country. And, really, the celebrations remain much as they were that first July holiday.

Considered the curmudgeon of the founding fathers, John Adams insisted for the rest of his life that the celebrations should happen on July 2; but the fourth day of July was chosen for good reason. The vote to declare independence from Britain was taken on July 2, but the Declaration of Independence was formally adopted by the Continental Congress two days later. The final signatures weren’t obtained until Aug. 2, but the struggle for independence from Britain was already underway.

The first celebration of this momentous day took place the very next year in 1777 and has continued annually – though organized events don’t seem to have gained popularity until after 1812. The Fourth of July was established as a federal holiday by Congress in 1870 and became a paid holiday in 1938. These early festivities included frivolity that we would recognize today including food and drink, music and

parades, but also included mock funerals for England’s King George III and public readings of the Declaration of Independence.

Since those days we may have given up the practice of hosting mock funerals for royalty, but we’ve certainly added a lot of fun. Since the end of the war for independence, Americans have enjoyed hosting Fourth of July barbecues, waving sparklers and American flags, attending parades and rodeos, listening to patriotic music and the ever-popular wearing of red, white and blue apparel.

But there’s one means of celebration that probably comes to mind first when you think of the Fourth of July: fireworks. Fireworks themselves have been around for a lot longer than our country, so how did they become so ubiquitous during this holiday? The answer is that the precedent was set from the beginning. During that first anniversary celebration in 1777 in Philadelphia, cannons from ships on the river fired a 13-gun salute to honor the 13 original colonies. And that evening, a fireworks display also began and ended with 13 rockets. So you could say that we have been using fireworks to celebrate the birth of our nation from

Fourth of July Celebrations

No matter where you are in Oklahoma when the Fourth rolls around, there are celebrations galore. Be sure to check websites for the latest info.

Bethany Freedom Fest

July 2

6700 N.W. 36th St. cityofbethany.org

LibertyFest

Events through July 4 Citywide, Edmond libertyfest.org

Jay Fireworks Display

July 4

400 W. Monroe St. cityofjay.city

Rockin’ the Park

Through July 2

Downtown Medicine Park medicinepark.com/festivals

Celebration in the Heartland

July 4

Buck Thomas Park, Moore cityofmoore.com

Folds of Honor FreedomFest

July 4

River West Festival Park, Tulsa freedomfesttulsa.com

We all know the history of the Fourth of July, but not the specifics behind these observances.

Oklahomans have always celebrated the Fourth of July in style.

Photo by Paul B. Southerland/Oklahoma Historical Society

Let’s Partner For Better Health

At INTEGRIS Health, our mission is partnering with people to live healthier lives—and these days, Oklahomans are living faster, more demanding lives than ever.

At INTEGRIS Health, our mission is partnering with people to live healthier lives—and these days, Oklahomans are living faster, more demanding lives than ever.

That’s why we’re introducing new health care innovations that deliver more flexibility, convenience and high-quality experiences

That’s why we’re introducing new health care innovations that deliver more flexibility, convenience and high-quality experiences.

From new urgent care centers across the metro, to a cuttingedge home hospitalization program for acute care patients, the only hospital-based Medicare Advantage program in the area and a brand-new heart hospital, we are committed to meeting your every health care need—at your speed.

From new urgent care centers across the metro, to a cutting-edge home hospitalization program for acute care patients, the only hospital-based Medicare Advantage program in the area and a brand-new heart hospital, we are committed to meeting your every health care need—at your speed.

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Escape to the Cabin

Summertime is perfect for lakeside cabin respites.

The summer months, despite the often oppressive heat, also bring with them prime vacationing time. A popular weekend getaway in Oklahoma often involves a cabin and a lake – a much needed respite from the worries of everyday life. Below are some options for the coming weeks and months, filled with not only cabins as a home away from home, but also outstanding activities to do with family and friends.

Long Lake Resort

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Located in Poteau, Long Lake Resort has everything you’ll need for a perfect summer escape. Choose between lakeside suites, couple’s cabins or two bedroom cabins.

There’s also an RV park and plenty of activities including biking, boating, disc golf and even a petting barn. Herds of buffalo also roam nearby for some photo opportunities. Prices on rooms range from $125-$250 per night.

Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resort

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Located in Eufaula, this is an all-in-one vacation destination. Perfect for a family outing, rental cabins come with all the modern amenities you’ll need.

Yogi and Boo Boo make the rounds for pictures, and with 600 miles of shoreline from Lake Eufaula, the activities like putt putt and

paddle boating are hot tickets. Cabins run from $158-$262 depending on the amount of rooms needed.

The Cabins at Broken Bow Lake

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If you’ve got a massive family gathering to plan, this is an excellent option.

Located in Broken Bow, the cabins can accommodate anywhere from nine to 22 people. The lake has a variety of recreations like scuba diving, water skiing and jet-skiing. There’s also the Forest Heritage Center Museum located nearby at Beavers Bend State Park, along with horseback riding, fishing, paddle boats and golfing.

The nine person cabin will run around $450-$500 while the twenty-two person cabin will be near $1,200.

Buffalo Trails Cabins & Petting Zoo

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For something a bit more intimate, this is just the ticket.

Located in Hugo, the cabins are decorated and designed to evoke the feeling of the old west. From a bathhouse to a saloon, a stable and a jailhouse, the options are plentiful for a fun weekend back in time and away from city life. There are plenty of mini horses, donkeys and goats to pet and take pictures with, as

well as ax-throwing, corn hole, sluice mining, and a party foam machine. Cabins all cost $130 per night.

Rustic Retreat

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For something a bit fancier, this should check all your boxes.

Located in Broken Bow, the luxury cabins come with king beds, elevated ceilings and a walk-in shower and Jacuzzi. Surrounded by beautiful pine trees and oaks, there are plenty of hiking trails, as well as boating, fishing, canoeing and kayaking. For those seeking some thrills, there’s horseback riding and ATV rentals, too, as well as winery and brewery tours.

Rentals cost between $200-$1000 depending on the time of year and the size of the cabin.

Beaver Dunes Park

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If instead you just have a day of free time, check out the park. Located in Beaver, the location offers 520 acres of dune buggy riding of 300 acres of sand hills, as well as fishing and hiking. Sand volleyball, basketball, and horseshoes can also be played.

If you want to spend the night, the grounds have ten campsites with water and electric hookups.

Happy trails!

DREW JOSEPH ALLEN

Cabin rentals are a quintessential part of Oklahoma summer vacations.

Photo courtesy Oklahoma Tourism & Recreation

Accessible, Affordable, Enjoyable

Disc golf is the sport of the summer.

Oklahomans may be looking for a new hobby to take on this summer, and one possibility that is both entertaining and has a very low cost for entry is disc golf. For less than $25, a disc golf player can get started with one or two discs for practice. Even better, any open outdoor area can be the ideal spot to perfect your throws.

How It Works

Disc golf is played in much the same way as traditional golf. The goal of disc golf is to land a disc in the goal or basket with the fewest amount of throws possible. Each “hole” has a “tee-off area” as a starting point, and when the two-meter rule is in effect, players receive a penalty stroke if their disc lands two meters above the ground while still in-bounds. This typically occurs on wooded disc golf courses where the disc lands in a tree. Most courses are either nine or 18 holes, and most courses are free to play. More experienced players may carry a putter, midrange and driver – and some carry anywhere from 15-25 discs during a golf round with a mix of all different styles of discs. Players will carry their discs with either a backpack or, in some cases, they will use a disc golf cart.

Not a Frisbee

A golf disc is not the same as a Frisbee – it is not designed to be caught by human hands, is only 21.2 centimeters in diameter, 1.6 centimeters high and designed to be thrown around 350 to 400 feet. The world record for distance with a golf disc is around 1,100 feet. A Frisbee, on the other hand, is designed to travel 50 to 100 feet and measures 27.4 centimeters in diameter, with a height of 3.2 centimeters.

Disc golf is often confused with ultimate Frisbee, but the two sports are very different. In “ultimate,” there is only one general disc used. An ultimate Frisbee is a large diameter disc that weighs in at 175 grams, while the object used in disc golf can range from 150 to 180 grams. Due to its smaller size, it’s a denser form of plastic.

Getting Involved

There are over 150 disc golf courses in Oklahoma, with some locations offering multiple course configurations and options. There are seven courses in the Oklahoma City metro and 22 courses in the Tulsa metro.

Locations are ranked and graded on discgolfscene. com. Tulsa’s busiest course is known as “Bear’s Lair” and is located at the top of Chandler Park, and one of the top rated courses in the state is at The Lodge at Taylor Ranch (Moccasin Creek) in Pawhuska.

There are groups that sponsor competitions and work to expand disc golf awareness and course options in Oklahoma. In Tulsa, the Tulsa Disc Sports Association serves the disc golf community and works in conjunction with the Tulsa City and County Parks Departments, other local clubs and volunteers. The association installs, maintains and improves disc golf courses and has been in operation since the 1970’s.

In Oklahoma City, the OKC Disc Golf Association does similar work and hosts an annual event in August. The gathering, called “Okie Dubs,” is held on the 12th and 13th and is one of the bigger “doubles” style events in the state, according to Mark Larsen, vice president of the OKCDGA. Okie Dubs usually brings anywhere between 280-300 players.

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The Oklahoma City Disc Golf Association hosts the Okie Dubs tournament in August, which typically welcomes nearly 300 players to the metro.

Photo courtesy the OKCDGA

Scouting Out Success

With program membership open to boys and girls ages six to 20, the Last Frontier Council serves central and southwest Oklahoma by promoting the mission of the Boy Scouts of America – through scouting programs, leadership training and civic service opportunities.

“Scouting is a full-family outdoor program impacting the community far beyond the youth we serve,” says Sarah Spinks, the Last Frontier Council’s development and communications director.

“The Boy Scouts of America Youth Development Program prepares youth to make ethical choices over their lifetimes,” she continues. “Our scouts engage in a variety of activities designed to address their physical, mental and spiritual needs. Camping, hiking, survival skills and a variety of outdoor education programs teach them how to be resourceful and maintain healthy lifestyles. Earning rank advancements, awards and merit badges provide scouts a tangible way to see how service projects and other activities translate into development of new skills, self-reliance, initiative and moral accountability.”

The Scout Slogan: “Do a Good Turn Daily,” has boots-on-the-ground meaning for scouts in many ways, including participa-

tion in Scouting for Food. Held annually in November, the event aims to collect over 65,000 pounds of food, and then donate it back to the community.

Individual participants work toward the Eagle Scout Rank by completing a plethora of useful projects. Scouts in the Last Frontier Council are no exception, and have completed everything from construction of a pavilion at Elmer Thomas Park in Lawton, to renovation of a lounge at the Santa Fe Family Life Center in Oklahoma City.

It is not unusual for scouts to make a major impact in the communities they serve. When citizens’ lives are disrupted by tornadoes, fires and ice storms, scouts can mobilize their membership quickly to aid those in need. Also, scouts honor those who served their country by placing flags on graves of veterans.

“Each scout pack, troop or crew collaborates with their Charter Partner to provide volunteer hours, such as community service projects, holiday celebration participation, flag presentation and retirement ceremonies, which benefit the Charter Partner and the community,” Spinks says.says.

The pandemic took a toll on the Last

Frontier Council, lowering the youth membership numbers by just over half. But Spinks says the council is working hard to come back strong. At the end of 2022, the membership included 5,800 youth and 2,000 registered volunteers participating as parents.

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The Scout Motto

“Scouting has concise and universal ideals that are applied in all aspects of our program,” says Spinks. “The Scout Oath and Law provide guidelines for doing the right thing. Every member renews his or her dedication to these ideals at the beginning of every meeting, every week. The Scout Oath teaches scouts honor, doing their best, duty to self and others, making the world better by helping others, taking care of one’s self, continual personal development and respect. The Scout Law, ‘A Scout is trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave, clean and reverent,’ lays out twelve points that will lead scouts toward the right thing each time they face a challenge. Through the Scout Slogan, scouts are taught to ‘Do a Good Turn Daily,’ which means doing something to help others without expecting anything in return.”

Scouting programs help youth to become multifaceted, empathetic members of society.

Open to youth ages six to 20, scouting programs help members to become independent, caring stewards of their communities.

Photo courtesy Last Frontier Council

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Foundations for architecture educate the public and spearhead preservation efforts.

If you’ve lived in Oklahoma long enough, you know the state has a multitude of architectural wonders within its borders. The types of structures vary, from Under Her Wing Was the Universe, a sprawling native prairie structure located in Enid, to the Boston Avenue United Methodist Church in downtown Tulsa – said to be one of the finest examples of Art Deco architecture in the United States.

Both Tulsa and Oklahoma City have foundations for architecture, and both seek to spread awareness of the ample hidden (and not-so-hidden gems) in the state.

“The mission of the Oklahoma City Foundation for Architecture is to promote excellence in our built environment through education, recognition and preservation,” says Melissa Hunt, the foundation’s executive director. Offerings include monthly programming alongside events and tours, she says.

The Tulsa Foundation for Architecture is also pushing relevant architectural information out to the people.

“The TFA is working to spread awareness through our many tours and programs, as well as the work we do advocating for historic preservation in our community,” says Amber Litwack, TFA’s executive director. “Along with our public programs, we keep a calendar of speaking engagements for a variety of audiences.”

Each foundation has a number of engagements to keep the public excited. A popular event called Drinks x Design sees patrons gather for refreshments and tours of designs throughout OKC.

“We also have an architecture scholarships program and the Lynne Rostochil

National Register Grant program,” says Hunt.

The grant, named in memory of an architectural historian and photographer who advocated for the preservation of Oklahoma’s heritage, is used to help fund the preparation of National Register nominations for structures, sites and districts in the state. A past program was the Celebrate 100 book, a guide to architecture in central Oklahoma from the past century.

“It’s out of print now, but I do have a few copies in my office and it’s available online, too,” says Hunt.

Tulsa’s foundation also works diligently to keep its audience connected.

“We host a wide variety of tours, programs and events for a range of audiences and ages,” says Litwack. Popular choices include the Second Saturday Tours, which feature a different location every month with conversational walking tours, elucidating building features and different historical perspectives. Those who want more can visit the Tulsa Underground Tunnel Tours, featuring the history of prominent buildings and tunnels that connect downtown.

Everyone has favorites, and although narrowing it down isn’t easy, both Hunt and Litwack have a few of their own.

“The Gold Dome,” says Hunt. “It’s one of the most recognizable and unique pieces of architecture in our city. We’ve lost so many important landmarks in Oklahoma City, and I hope this one can be saved.”

Litwack lands on the John Frank House, a home specifically designed by Bruce Goff to showcase Frank’s love of pottery.

“It’s special to me because the property was clearly a labor of love,” she says. “The home is truly unique.”

DREW JOSEPH ALLEN

Places to Visit:

Church Studio –Tulsa – Historic, state-of-the-art recording studio that’s been fully restored

Coleman Theatre – Miami – Iconic theatre built in 1929, home to the “Mighty Wurlitzer” pipe organ

Marland’s Grand Home – Ponca City – Restored home of oil tycoon and Oklahoma’s tenth governor, E.W. Marland

The Gold Dome

– Oklahoma City

– Geodesic major landmark that originally housed Citizens State Bank

Guthrie Scottish Rite – Guthrie – One of the world’s largest Masonic Centers, the great Temple of the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry

Historic Mattie Beal Home – Lawton

– Restored neoclassical house with self-guided tours and events

Belvidere Mansion

– Claremore – Threestory mansion built by John M. Bayless in 1902

Bits of stunning architecture can be found across the state – including in downtown Tulsa at what was once a Warehouse Market.

Photo courtesy Tulsa Foundation for Architecture

ANTHONY GOROSPE has fought for his clients against insurance companies and other large corporations ever since he left working for an insurance law firm over 15 years ago. His practice is based soley on helping injured victims of crashes and grieving family members of loved ones needlessly killed in crashes.

He understands the difficult, stressful and painful times folks face when they are injured by another’s carelessness.

His goal is to take on the burdens of dealing with insurance companies so his clients can focus on what’s most important: recovery and returning to the life they enjoyed before the crash.

He can assist his clients to receive the medical treatment they need without upfront medical costs. He pays for the costs of representing his clients and does not collect a legal fee until his clients’ cases are resolved to their satisfaction.

A Man with a (Five-Year) Plan

His personal five-year plan includes developing a museum to display a portion of the memorabilia he’s acquired over his seven-plus decades in the music business. Since 2020, some of it has been featured in the Jim Halsey Legends of Country Music exhibit at the Wagoner City Historical Museum; at this writing, he says, plans are underway for more of it to be housed in a new building in his hometown of Independence, Kansas. And he’s still looking for other opportunities to display pieces of a personal country-music-related collection that’s as vast as any in the world.

“The only place you’ll find as much memorabilia as we have in Wagoner is in the Country Music Hall of Fame in Nashville,” he says. “We’ve got archival items from the artists we’ve been involved with, and that includes Grammys, gold and platinum records, awards and citations, posters, and important contracts. A lot of museums don’t show contracts. I show contracts – my contracts with Roy, with the Oak Ridge Boys, with Wanda Jackson, Conway Twitty, Dwight Yoakam, Reba McEntire. I don’t display the intimate details, but they show what our obligations were to them, and what their obligations were to the business.”

Jim Halsey may be pushing 93, but the Tulsa-based country-music impresario remains remarkably busy, doing what he’s done for decades, and still doing it the way he’s always done it.

“I’m in the middle of a five-year plan,” he says. “This is something I started in 1952 with Hank Thompson, setting out our plans of where we wanted to go, how we were going to achieve our goals, and where we were going to end up in five years. I’ve done that ever since – for 70 years now.

“So we’re about two-and-a-half years into our latest five-year plan. I don’t know of anybody else that does this, but I’ve had one for everybody I’ve ever worked with. It started with Hank Thompson, and then when we went with Roy Clark, we had a five-year plan. Wanda Jackson. Reba McEntire. At the end of our five years with Reba, we’d gotten her two Grammys, two platinum albums, gotten her on television, gotten her in the MGM hotel [in Las Vegas], with all of that culminating in Carnegie Hall.

“With our five-year plans, each artist is different and has different requirements. The same thing is true for my company and myself, personally. It’s ‘Where am I right now? What do I want to accomplish and achieve, and where do I want to be

five years from now?’”

No matter whether it’s for his acts or himself and his company, he adds, no five-year plans are ever the same. “They change because we’ve either accomplished something we’d planned, or we’ve grown, or we’ve learned. The business changes. Life changes, but it all harmonizes and it will adjust itself to what we’re doing.”

And speaking of harmonies: One of Halsey’s current five-year plans involves The Oak Ridge Boys, that veteran vocal supergroup he’s been managing for a half-century, ever since he oversaw their transition from gospel to mainstream country music in 1973.

“Part of it includes a fifty-year celebration,” he notes. “How do we recognize and honor those 50 years without doing some sort of a tribute show, where everybody comes out and sings a tribute song? There have been so many recently – Lee Greenwood, George Jones. Ronnie Milsap’s coming out with one. And the Oaks have been on most of them.

“What we’re talking about is something different, honoring where we’ve been, rather than someone else coming up and making the tribute. Of course, we’ll bring in other people to help us, but we’re going to give thanks, and honor our 50 years, and celebrate them.”

At one point, during the 1970s and ’80s, the Tulsa-based Jim Halsey Company was the biggest country-music booking agency in the entire world. It seemed at the time as though every country act of any consequence was represented by Halsey and his agency.

Still, he remembers, there were a few who, for some reason or other, never became clients.

“One of the first ones was Willie Nelson,” says Halsey. “Joe Allison, the great songwriter and producer, kept touting me on Willie Nelson. He had an album out on Willie – on Liberty Records, I think –with all those great songs that Willie had written. This was in the early ’60s, and of course Willie was clean-shaven and had short hair.

“Willie and I got together, and I had a plan for him, but I couldn’t get anything going at all. Boy, did I believe in him. But I couldn’t get him on package shows. I couldn’t get him interviews or anything. He tried, and we tried, and then we finally got together and I said, ‘Willie, I’ve tried all that I can try, all the magic that I made work with others, and we just can’t do it.’

“But – he did.”

The other big name that comes to Halsey’s mind is Oklahoma superstar Vince Gill.

Country music impresario and manager Jim Halsey is still hard at work.

Jim Halsey, a legend in the country music industry, continues working to improve the industry for his clients.

Photo courtesy Jim Halsey

“You know, every time I see Vince, he says, ‘I tried to sign with your agency and I could never get past your receptionist,’” says Halsey. “And I always tell him, ‘I don’t know how that happened. It must’ve been a substitute.’ You know, I would see everybody.”

On the other hand, there were also immensely talented performers represented by Halsey who he believes didn’t have the impact they should’ve had on a national and international basis. At the top of that list are two Tulsa-based artists, Don White and the late Debbie Campbell.

“Debbie was an outstanding singer, one of the best ever, and while she achieved local success, she never became that national star,” he explains. “The same with Don, a really good songwriter and really good performer.

“There were a lot of artists, too, we worked with before they did hit, and people would say, ‘Why are you sticking with them?’ “

Those acts, he adds, include a performer who became one of Halsey’s biggest success stories.

“People thought that about Roy Clark,” he says. “They’d say, ‘You know, he’s super talented, but there are a lot of people out there who are so talented they never make it.’ He did a little bit of everything. But how do you pinpoint that?

“When I signed Roy and we made our fiveyear plan, the first person I called was [music promoter] Hap Peebles in Wichita. He had a package show going out, with five or six big stars, playing dates in Wichita, Kansas City, Lincoln, Omaha, places like that.

“Hap told me, ‘I don’t have any money. We’re all booked up. The show’s all set, and it goes out next week.’

“I said, ‘Would you give him a hundred dollars? Anything?’

“He said, ‘No. I don’t need him.’

“I kept talking to Hap, and I said, ‘Listen, believe me, this guy’s going to be really great, and I need these six dates you’re doing.’

“Finally, he said, ‘I tell you what I’ll do. I’ll have a hotel room for him, and I’ll feed him.’ And those were the first six days I ever booked with Roy.’

“So,” he adds, “Roy went on the show with these big superstars. He opened the show; Hap gave him 15 minutes. And by the time the tour was over, every one of those superstars had gone to Hap and said, ‘Listen, why don’t you put me on before that guy? He just stops the traffic so much that it’s hard to get ‘em back.’ At the end of that tour, a totally unknown person, Roy Clark, was closing the show.”

JOHN WOOLEY

What should I know about the debt ceiling debate?

The need for Congress to increase the debt ceiling occurs periodically. If the debt ceiling is not raised on a timely basis, the federal government could default on its debt. This is significant, as investors look upon U.S. Treasury bonds as debt securities that are backed by “the full faith and credit of the United States.” A default could tarnish that reputation. The U.S. Treasury has reached its debt ceiling limit as previously authorized by Congress, and is undertaking “extraordinary measures” to avoid a debt default. Treasury officials indicate that these measures will likely be exhausted by June 2023. At that time, without Congress acting to raise the debt ceiling, a U.S. government default becomes a real possibility. What would a debt default mean? Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen stated that in the longer term, a default would mean “future investments, including public investments, would become substantially more costly.” If interest rates on government bonds were forced higher, the impact could be felt across the bond market. More directly, according to Yellen, “the federal government would be unable to issue payments to millions of Americans, including our military families and seniors who rely on Social Security.”

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Is the time right for Hospice?

The Hospice conversation can be difficult, but it can lead you or your loved one to receiving the best care possible and to reclaim your days together and enjoy the best quality of life – for however long that may be. Consider using these questions to help guide your decision making.

• Have they been hospitalized multiple times in the last six months?

• Have they increased the frequency or dosage of medication to ease pain?

• Have they started to become less active and more sedentary for most of the day?

• Have they grown weaker or noticeably more tired?

• Have they become short of breath, even while rested or relaxed?

• Have they had recent weight loss or begun eating less?

If you answer yes to one or more of these questions, it may be time to connect to learn more about how Hospice supports families through their healthcare journey

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LIFE & STYLE

For those with a preference for enlivened destinations, a penchant for fashion and a passion for cuisine, Miami is your place. Mosey through her menagerie of districts. After all, coastal cities have several advantages over their landlocked counterparts ... the shore, the sea and the color palette, to name a few. The accessibility, shopping, and excursions, too; it’s a canvas just waiting for brilliant brush strokes.

Riding around the city on a hopon tour bus is a perfect way to enjoy Miami as the breezes welcome you with gusto. Miami is a vision of shiny, uniform architecture, circling the water like white egrets perched on beaches of serene and pristine water. The city’s fey charm and aesthetic is a vivid color combo of white and aquamarine.

The Caribbean influence is the formidable force here, making Miami one of the most international cities you’ll experience while still being on the continental U.S. Fun fact: The word “Miami” is an Indian word meaning “sweet water.”

Major league sports, world-class

museums, art galleries and that diverse cuisine are the obvious draws of this metropolis. The cruise ships and shipping containers in the bay remind you that Miami is a major hub and port. You’ll also notice just how much the locals interact with their city through expressive murals, festivals and the frequenting Bayside Park with its Ferris wheel and ample restaurants.

The scrupulous city planning that goes into places like Miami really shows. In four hours, you can tour the districts and cross over the causeway into other pockets of urbanity. Stopping off in Little Havana is a delightful hour of mellifluous mojitos, daiquiris, tostones and live music. The murals along the way are impressive. Art is the quintessence of Miami and it’s no wonder Art Basel (an international art fair) takes place there.

Another fun fact? Miami is the only city that lies between two national parks – the Everglades and Biscayne Park. And don’t worry, there are other fascinating factoids about Miami. For example, she owes

My, Oh My, Miami Perfect in any season, this coastal city will surely impress.

Cuisine, culture, music and architecture –Miami has it all.

All photos by Gina Michalopulos Kingsley except primary image

a lot of gratitude to two specific women: Julia Tuttle and Barbara Baer Capitman. Julia Tuttle is called “the Mother of Miami” because she’s responsible for encouraging the development of the city. Once the landowner of it, she inspired the wilderness to be developed into a prosperous city. Barbara Baer Capitman, on the other hand, was a political organizer and activist who fought to preserve the Art Deco buildings which were in danger of becoming high-rise condos.

Districts to explore include South Beach; the Art Deco District; Little Havana; Millionaire Row; Lincoln Road; and Bayside Park. Walk or take the free trolley from South Beach down to Lincoln Road. Consider visiting in December, as the holiday season in Miami is unique. Illuminated palm trees, giant Santas, reindeer and nutcrackers up and down Lincoln Road are surreal elements

as you stroll in shorts and sandals.

Pop into art galleries that provoke your senses. Window displays attract you to fashionable articles of clothing you might not encounter in your hometown. Miami fashion is just so extra –a bastion for glamor and cachet, its style exudes confidence; your closet back home will get a vibrant boost. That’s the effect Miami has: she inspires people to ameliorate their lifestyles and surroundings as soon as they return home – whether it’s via cuisine, fashion or health.

The Art Deco District is the locus of Miami’s art medium and South Beach is the acme of the city’s vibe. The beach beckons swimmers as early as 8 a.m. That’s living life to the fullest – you’ll be fulfilled with your vacation in this vibrant, international city.

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The Downsides of Drinking

Alcohol consumption is an accepted and often encouraged social activity – but what side effects does it have?

When considering the negative effects of heavy or even regular alcohol use, Blake Hilton, Psy.D., says it’s useful to categorize the effects into short and long-term consequences on the body. As an OU Health clinical psychologist and an assistant professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences, Hilton studies and treats substance use disorders and other mental health concerns.

“In the short-term, drinking heavily or regularly can affect our mood, sleep and how well our brain functions,” he says.

“In the long term, heavy or frequent alcohol use can begin to have devastating effects on our bodies, including heart and brain health, liver function and other physical problems. Alcohol can increase our risk for certain cancers as well. It can also lead to deficits in cognitive functions such as in planning, attention and concentration.”

He says one area that’s important to many is their sleep.

“Heavy drinking affects our sleep architecture and can result in profound insomnia,” says Hilton. “This can be frustrating for some, as alcohol may have initially helped these individuals fall asleep quicker. They end up obtaining worse sleep as a result.”

He’s also quick to note that heavy drinking not only affects a person’s body, but also their relationships, jobs and other important aspects of life. What about someone who may not be a heavy drinker, but utilizes alcohol as part of an evening routine or weekend? Does alcohol still have a profound effect?

According to Hilton, research is beginning to show that no level of alcohol consumption is completely ‘safe.’

“Although there has been some mixed evidence over the years regarding the protective effects of drinking alcohol in small amounts

or in moderation, newer studies with very large samples suggest this is not in fact the case,” he says. “For example, a recent study of about 600,000 drinkers published in [peer-reviewed medical journal] the Lancet demonstrated that even very minimal amounts of alcohol can increase risk for cardiovascular disease and overall mortality, and that this amount was much lower than most current national guidelines. Other recent large-scale analyses suggest the level of alcohol use that minimizes risk for all health outcomes is actually zero.”

Sobering statistics worth considering – as alcohol does play a role in premature aging.

“We know that heavy drinking negatively affects multiple brain functions, including planning, attention, concentration, memory and visuospatial skills,” says Hilton. “The good news is many of these functions can return to normal following a period of prolonged abstinence. Regarding premature aging of the brain, heavy alcohol use is strongly associated with functional and structural changes to our brain, as well as dementia.”

REBECCA FAST

How Much is Too Much?

The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism defines heavy drinking as follows:

For men, consuming more than four drinks on any day or more than 14 drinks per week.

For women, consuming more than three drinks on any day or more than seven drinks per week.

Binge drinking is considered a pattern of drinking alcohol that brings blood alcohol concentration to .08% – or .08 grams of alcohol per deciliter – or higher. For a typical adult, this pattern corresponds to consuming five or more drinks for a male, or four or more drinks for a female, in about two hours.

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Celebrating Safely

While the Fourth of July is a beloved holiday, fireworks pose risks for children and adults alike.

Fireworks season is upon us, and Oklahomans are urged to celebrate, have loads of fun and most importantly, stay safe.

“Leave fireworks to the professionals,” advises Erica RankinRiley, the public information officer for the Office of Communications at the Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH). “The safest way to enjoy fireworks is by attending one of the professional displays around the state.”

The OSDH realizes that, for many people, setting off fireworks yourself is part of the annual tradition. If you fall into this category, Rankin-Riley has some safety tips for you.

“Ensure fireworks are legal in your area,” she says. “Never use homemade fireworks; only purchase fireworks labeled for consumer use – not for professional use.”

Other tips:

• Never use fireworks while under the influence of drugs or alcohol;

• Never hold lit fireworks in your hand;

• Never point or throw fireworks, including sparklers, at another person;

• Only light one device at a time and point it away from people, homes or other structures;

• Never light devices inside a container, indoors, or outdoors near dry grass, brush, leaves or flammable materials;

• Move back quickly and maintain a safe distance after lighting fireworks.

“Always have a bucket of water, garden hose, and/or a fire extinguisher nearby,” adds Rankin-Riley. “Know how to use the fire extinguisher properly. Soak used fireworks in water before discarding them to avoid a trash fire.”

She also recommends not wearing loose clothing while using fireworks.

“Wear protective eyewear when using fireworks or standing near the shooting area,” she says. “If an eye injury occurs, do not touch or rub it, as this may cause even more damage. Also, use hearing protection such as earplugs or earmuffs.”

A few simple steps prior to any celebration can lessen the chance of injury to children.

“Never let children ignite, use or play with fireworks,” she says. “And avoid sparklers.”

While sparklers are often thought by parents to be relatively harmless, the opposite is true: Sparklers are the leading cause of fireworks-related injuries.

“Sparklers can burn at a temperature of 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit, which is hot enough to melt metals,” she says. “Children’s arms are not long enough to hold sparklers at a safe distance from their face and body. Sparklers can easily ignite clothing.”

Keep children safe by providing alternatives to sparklers such as colored streamers, confetti poppers and glow sticks.

“Children and young adults comprise the majority of victims injured by fireworks,” she says.

DEBI TURLEY

Pet Safety

The Fourth of July can often be a highly stressful time for animals. Make sure you’re taking precautions to help them feel secure. If you aren’t sure where to start, we offer a few ideas:

• Understand your pets and their tolerance to loud noise;

• Ask your vet for anti-anxiety medication if you know from past experiences that your animal will negatively react to the loud noises;

• Purchase an anxiety vest for your pet;

• Keep pets on a leash if they are outside, or use a crate/ safe room to keep your pet contained during a display –they may run out of fear or confusion if left unattended;

• Never leave your pet in a parked vehicle during a Fourth of July celebration – even for a few minutes;

• Avoid taking your pets to fireworks displays at all.

A History Worth Exploring

The

Taking its name from the Marlow family – which included the five brothers whose curious, tragic Texas adventures are chronicled in Oklahoma folklore – the town of Marlow serves up a measure of good living for its residents, all while preserving historic roots.

The 2020 U.S. Census revealed a population of about 4,400, but Marlow Chamber of Commerce director Destiny Ahlfenger says city water meter connections since then suggest significant growth.

Ahlfenger says locals are proud of the city’s historic past, its quiet life and its sports traditions that includes recent high school football and wrestling championships.

“We do like our sports,” she says.

There’s much to sample in Marlow, including excellent food, eclectic shopping, recreation and the aforementioned rich history, which starts with the Chisholm Trail. The famed cattle trail brought the first settlers, and a trading post, to Marlow in the late 1800s. The first post office was established in 1891.

Marlow took its name from the family of Dr. Williamson Marlow, who raised six children including five boys. Said boys, once grown, entered the cattle business. The original town name was Marlow Grove and later shortened to Marlow, says Ahlfenger.

Soon enough, the grown-up Marlow

boys migrated to Texas but retained roots in their hometown. It was in the Lone Star State where trouble found them and, according to an Oklahoma Historical Society account, they were accused unjustly of animal theft.

A major ruckus broke out, including a jail break, attempted lynching and several deaths, including two of the Marlows. The twisted tale was adapted into a screenplay, and later a 1965 movie titled The Sons of Katie Elder that starred the likes of John Wayne and Dean Martin.

“The screenplay was closer to the real story, but the movie was not close,” says Ahlfenger. “Hollywood privileges” were taken, she says, including a background that didn’t remotely resemble the southwestern Oklahoma landscape.

“But it was still a good movie,” she concedes.

The granite marker that provides historic detail about the Marlows can be found at the entrance to Redbud Park, a 10-acre layout on the Marlows’ original homestead. The park also includes Redbud Chapel, the city’s original Catholic Church that Ahlfenger says is now a popular wedding venue, and features a walking trail, children’s playground, splash pad and community center. A skateboard park was recently added to Redbud Park and has proved popular.

Ahlfenger says Redbud Park is the site of the city’s huge, annual Independence Day celebration that’s climaxed by one of the

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state’s biggest fireworks displays. Upcoming this year is Marlow’s annual Christmas parade on Dec. 2, which Ahlfenger says is one of the largest in the area.

HENRY DOLIVE

Did You Know?

A noted aviator and three successful athletes hail from Marlow.

Eula Pearl Carter, a stunt pilot, was later a political activist for the Chickasaw Nation. Family friend and aviation pioneer Wiley Post sparked her interest in flying, and she completed her first solo flight at age 13. Her stunt flying and political activism earned her places in the Oklahoma Aviation and Space Hall of Fame and the Chickasaw Nation Hall of Fame. Her life story was the subject of a movie, Pearl, and her portrait was hung in the Oklahoma House of Representatives in 2014.

Terry Brown played football for Oklahoma State University and the Minnesota Vikings.

Joe Dial is a world record pole vaulter and Oklahoma State alumnus who later had a successful career coaching men’s and women’s track and cross country at Oral Roberts University.

Michael Lightner was a 1971 NCAA wrestling champion at the University of Oklahoma and later an OU assistant wrestling coach.

small town of Marlow harbors a variety of hidden gems.

A granite marker sits outside Redbud Park and tells the story of the town’s namesake family.

Photo courtesy Marlow Chamber of Commerce

very industry has a coveted award – the pinnacle of success for which one aims. Films have Oscars.

Music has Grammys. TV has Emmys. Journalism has the Pulitzer. And what do we, your beloved lifestyle magazine in the region, have? That’s right – The Best of the Best Awards.

Take a look around town and you’ll likely see businesses displaying their winning certificates with pride – after all, we were the first award of our kind in the region and have been going strong for 24 years. These badges of honor are tough to come by; with so many competitors, only the upper echelon of companies earn the status of The Best of the Best. Even better, we don’t pick these winners willy-nilly. We turn to you, our steadfast readership, to help us put our finger on the pulse of Oklahoma commerce and culture.

And don’t you worry, we don’t skimp on our lists. If you’re looking for something specific, we likely have a winner for it. With categories ranging from services to health and wellness, home, shopping, entertainment, and dining, you’ll be able to find exactly what you’re looking for. Maybe we’ll even introduce you to a few new favorite spots.

So yes – you could say we’re in the midst of Oklahoma Magazine’s equivalent to Oscar season. Welcome to The Best of the Best 2023.

Architect, Residential

Touting sophisticated styles for modern living, Jack Arnold of Jack Arnold Companies creates elegant, one-of-a-kind homes with a focus on stability, comfort and grace. Brian Freese of Freese Architecture offers over three decades of experience in unique, custom, single-family and multi-family residences, emphasizing beauty, utility, sustainability and honesty in every project. For John Duvall of Duvall Atelier, each project begins with a client conversation to ensure maximum satisfaction; he then creates with focus on scale and proportion, creating timeless, comfortable spaces. Operating with superior service and design, Bruce Bockus of Bockus Payne Architecture founded his OKC firm in 1987 and has amassed an impressive portfolio during his more than 30 years in the busi-

ness. Hans E. Butzer of Butzer Architects and Urbanism leads a multi-disciplinary crew that explores place-making through award-winning architecture and urban design. The team at Fitzsimmons Architects offers everything from consultations to space planning, concept design, construction, interiors and landscape design.

Architect, Commercial Firm

Recently named a 2023 Top 100 Rising Giants by Interior Design Magazine, KKT Architects, Inc. offers solutions in architecture, design, engineering, adaptive reuse and master planning; recent projects include the OSU Central Market and the new law offices of Crowe & Dunlevy. Combining humanity and pragmatism, the team at JCJ Architecture excels in creative problem solving, with

projects in a variety of realms including arts and culture, gaming and higher education. With the end goal of helping its clients impact others in a positive way, TriArch is a Native American-owned firm that works in the tribal, educational, religious, residential, wellness and commercial sectors. Inventure Design describes its staff as inquisitive and inventive; the team never takes a onesize-fits-all approach to projects and offers services including master planning, project management and market analysis.

In OKC, Rand Elliott of Rand Elliott Architects is inspired by place, purpose and poetics, offering architectural design, space planning, lighting design and more. With award-winning projects like the OKC Memorial and upcoming projects like the Clara Luper Sit-In Plaza, Butzer Architects and Urbanism has made a definitive mark on the OKC community. Offering everything from architecture and engineering to programming and master planning, Prime Architects believes collaboration is the key to success.

Bathroom Fixtures

You’ll find everything you need for a bathroom remodel at Tulsa- and OKC-based Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery – from faucets and sinks to shower accessories and more. Tulsa Winnelson garners praise for its volume of bathroom fixtures and accessories, including hardware, tub faucets and toilets. For the newest accessories at competitive prices, Heatwave Supply and Showroom is a one-stop-shop for all bathroom fixtures. Pierponts Bath and Kitchen is another Tulsa favorite for its spacious showroom and variety of unique offerings.

From valves and trim to shower heads, hooks and grab bars, Expressions Home

Brian Freese Architecture, TUL

Gallery in OKC offers a wide array of products and brands. OKC voters trust Architectural Hardware Designs for its high-end accessories, sinks, tub faucets and more.

Cabinetry

Crafting quality wood since 1980, the team at Sullivan’s Custom Cabinetry presents a broad range of products to Tulsa clients, as well as services including estimates, design, styling, finishing and installation. Jay Rambo Co. harbors ample door styles, woods and finishes, and can complement any room in the home with designs to fit your lifestyle. With a mission to provide unsurpassed value and service to the community, Mill Creek Lumber operates with honesty, integrity and a passion to excel.

Suburban Cabinet Shop has served the OKC metro since 1959, providing a vast inventory to clients with a dedication to quality and customer service. Classic Kitchens wins praise for its exceptional craftsmanship; it is the exclusive OKC dealer of the Wood-Mode family of products.

Designer Home Furnishings

Tulsans think of Duvall Atelier as a one-stop-shop for all things design; ample brand selections can be found in furniture, lighting, decor and accessories. The knowledgeable team at Richard Neel Interiors offers clients everything from bookcases to consoles, side tables and other furniture to perfectly complete any space. You can find the designer furnishings you desire at SR Hughes – whether you’re hunting for rugs, accessories, lighting or furniture; the team operates with emphasis on inspiring design and livable luxury. With stunning lighting options as well as top-of-the-line furniture, Matters of Design presents one-of-a-kind pieces you’ll adore.

OKC’s Scissortail Marketplace harbors architecturals, decor, lamps, wall accents and antiques at competitive prices. Whether you’re prepping your child’s dorm room, looking for eye-catching art or want to remodel your living room, ME Home

has a broad range of inventory. You’ll find a passion for fine furnishings and impeccable design at Mister Robert Fine Furniture and Design, with brands including Stanley, Massoud, Hickory White and more.

Electrical Service

Harp Services offers competitive pricing alongside services including security and landscape lighting, generator service, and breaker and panel services. Serving northeastern Oklahoma for over 40 years, Gilley Electric boasts 24/7 service and technicians with over 100 years of combined experience. Dependable and thoroughly licensed, Firefly Electricians is a fullservice electrical company with a variety of glowing client testimonials. Aspen Electrical Services, LLC handles all electrical needs – from complete home rewires to emergency power assistance, and employees with over 20 years of experience in the business. Houchin Electric Co. touts a 60-minute emergency response after-hours, with expertise in residential, commercial, industrial and specialty electrical work.

Excelling in commercial electrical services, Delco Electric Inc. operates with an emphasis on safety – in everything from electrical value engineering to energy savings consultations. Ritchie Electric handles all things electric – from residential construction to remodels, installations, upgrades and repairs. Established in 1943, Osborne Electric is one of Oklahoma’s most respected commercial and residential contracting firms.

Duvall Atelier, TUL

Sullivan’s Custom Cabinetry, TUL

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Flooring Company, Carpet

No matter the material, type, color or warranty needs, Johnson Floor and Home Carpet One surely has the carpet you want, all at competitive prices with excellent customer service. A variety of brands and styles can be found at Grigsby’s Carpet Tile & Hardwood, which also offers try-before-you-buy and maintenance options. C & C Tile and Carpet Co. has provided Tulsa with superior products and quality service since its founding in 1957.

In OKC, Star Flooring garners praise for its myriad brand options and exceptional customer service. With services that include custom area rug creation, installations and free in-home estimates, Smith Carpet and Tile is an OKC favorite. With brands like Anderson Tuftex, Kane Carpet and Shaw Floors, Mill Creek Carpet and Flooring will surely have the carpet you want in stock.

Flooring Company, Hardwood

Touting award-winning hardwood floors and custom-built offerings, Renaissance Hardwood Floors can assist from the primary consultation to maintenance years down the line; the team will ensure you take care of your investment. Johnson Floor and Home Carpet One is a Tulsa favorite for its ample hardwood selections and quality customer service. Grigsby’s Carpet Tile & Hardwood, alongside an impressive inventory, also presents a helpful

glossary on its website to ensure you’ll find the hardwood you need. The name says it all at Superior Wood Floors and Tile, which offers an extensive flooring catalog with numerous colors, brands and other varied categories.

In OKC, Bryan’s Flooring is a top contender with its premier floor covering showroom, serving both residential and commercial clients in the metro. Don’s Floor Gallery can assist with everything from installations to remodeling, binding and consultations. Floor & Decor presents clients with ample wood types, species, trims and brands, with a knowledgeable staff to help every step of the way.

Flooring Company, Tile and Stone

For a vast catalog of tile and stone offerings, plus a well-informed staff at the ready to help with any major design decisions, Tulsa voters trust Johnson Floor and Home Carpet One. TileStone Distributors, a premier supplier of unique stone and tile from around the world, specializes in reclaimed and antique stone and has served Tulsa for over 40 years. C & C Tile and Carpet Co. has just about any tile or stone you could imagine, as well as an impressive showroom and helpful employees. From granite to marble, stone and everything in between, Tulsans turn to Midwest Marble Co.

OKC’s Midwest Tile, Marble and Granite, Inc. operates with a mission to provide the best possible products to customers around the region, at the lowest possible cost. Whether you’re looking to remodel the kitchen, bar, bathroom or outdoor space,

the team at Classic Tile Stone and Marble can assist with its immense inventory. Miller’s Floor Store is a major OKC contender with its vast array of tile and stone options, as well as financing offerings and services like installation and underlayment.

Furniture Store

Presenting Tulsa clients with beautiful, well-made items that can elevate any room, TA Lorton sells everything from tables and chairs to ottomans, lamps and chandeliers. It’s all in the name at Luxe Furniture and Design, which offers luxury amenities for every room of the home, alongside services like staging. Competitive pricing and quality furniture are found at Bassett, with items for the living, dining and bedrooms, along with outdoor spaces. Fifteenth and Home unveils a unique vision for contemporary living, presenting its clients with a welledited selection of furniture offerings.

In OKC, Mathis Home garners wide praise for its impressive inventory, great deals and dedication to customer service. A wide array of brands, plus options for financing, make Galleria Furniture & More a top choice for Oklahoma City residents. Modern, sleek and unique, the offerings of West Elm range from sectionals and mattresses to chairs, headboards and nightstands.

Kitchen Ideas, TUL

Renaissance Hardwood Floors, TUL

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Heating and Air

Across the state, Airco Services remains a trusted name in all things heating and air; the team believes your home should be an oasis from the elements outside, and offers 24/7 emergency service, plus AC cleaning, installation and maintenance. With an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau, Air Comfort Solutions lives up to its excellent reputation with same-day service, air condition repairs and a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Speed, reliability and excellent customer service make Air Assurance a top pick statewide, with competitive specials and an array of heating and air services. Striving to deliver year-round comfort to both residential and commercial clients, Air Solutions believes your comfort is their business.

Home Builder

With a comprehensive, proven, ten-step plan that begins with a consultation, Brian D. Wiggs Homes offers clients creativity, efficiency and dedication, ending with a one-of-a-kind space to call home. Award-winning custom home builder Southern Homes, LLC, boasts high-quality craftsmanship and design, with a focus on timeless exteriors and functional floor plans for families of all shapes and sizes. Tulsans turn to Executive Homes for first-rate production value, custom quality, premium finishes and personalized luxury.

OKC residents have trusted Kent Hoffman Construction for over 45 years, with custom home building services that bring your unique vision to life. A top OKC contender is John Gilbert with Euthenic Designs, who presents clients with quality offerings and excellent customer service.

Home Improvement/ Appliance Store

Any home improvement project will be bettered by a visit to The Home Depot, which wins praise in both major metros. Others turn to the experts at Lowe’s, who present competitive pricing, knowledgeable employees and a vast array of products. Metro Appliances & More has locations in both major metros, with appliances including cooktops, trash compactors, freezers and built-in dishwashers. Another top choice statewide is Hahn Appliance Warehouse, boasting a bevy of financing deals and just about any appliance you could imagine.

Kent Hoffman Construction, OKC

Home Security

Alert 360 in both Tulsa and OKC handles all home security needs, from smoke and carbon monoxide detectors to glass/break motion sensors and flood/water protection sensors, so you can protect what matters most. From monitoring to maintenance and management, Tulsa’s Advance Alarms can help you feel secure at home, guaranteed. Offering 24/7 monitoring, Guardian Protection offers up free professional installation, plus custom home security packages to fit your personal needs.

Presenting OKC residents with a smart way to keep an eye on their homes, Cox Communications touts Cox Homelife, a smart home system that’s customizable to your needs. OKC residents vote up ADT Security Services, which creates smart security options at competitive prices.

In-Home Video/ Audio

Excelling in all things in-home tech, Video Revolution, Inc. can help with home theater installations, and also offers top-of-theline TVs, stands and accessories. Tulsans appreciate the offerings, sales and expertise of Best Buy. Focused on helping you to create an unforgettable atmosphere, the team at Phos carries audio/video equipment, plus lighting and electrical services.

In OKC, Selectsystems by Contemporary Sounds believes there’s no place like home; they’ve served the area since 1974 and offer an array of in-home audio/video equipment. Providing top-of-the-line audio visual and control systems, Vox Audio Visual has been a trusted OKC company since its founding in 2004.

Interior Designer

Decades of experience in the interior design business mean Jimmy Steinmeyer of Easton-Steinmeyer and Associates offers each client extensive design prowess, alongside access to stunning offerings. Duvall Atelier melds interior design and architecture to create one-of-a-kind

spaces; the team believes a successful project is a reflection of the client, not the designer. Richard Neel Interiors presents customers with everything necessary for a beautiful interior design overhaul, with new, vintage, antique and one-of-a-kind offerings. Boasting a catalog of classic, modern vendors, SR Hughes excels through forward-thinking, purposeful perspectives and a stunning showroom to boot. Tulsans trust Jill Croka Designs for its comfort in an array of styles; clients describe the designs as both arresting and serene.

A veteran of the OKC interior design scene, Jennifer Welch Designs excels in dynamic, highly specialized projects across the country. Also in OKC, Carson Sees of Sees Design wins praise for his extensive knowledge in everything from interiors, architecture, textiles, furniture and more.

Kitchen Designer

Taking amazing ideas from paper to reality, Kitchen Ideas combines function and great taste to create stunning, one-of-akind kitchens for clients across the metro. Whether you’re looking to create a modern, traditional or transitional kitchen, Jay Rambo Co. offers the knowledgeable staff and vast inventory to get the project done. A leader in quality home renovations, Kitchens by Powers Design & Build transforms spaces with a philosophy focused on helping people live out their dreams of a better life through more beautiful surroundings. Imperial Kitchens and Baths can help you create your dream kitchen, with stunning cabinetry, experienced designers and luxury brands at the ready.

Jennifer Welch Designs, OKC

Heidi McMurray

With Heidi as your partner in real estate, ALL roads lead to home.

Offering over three decades of experience and successes, Heidi has accumulated over $50 million in recent production as a solo agent – often out-producing entire realty teams. She continues to be a top-tier expert in both local and statewide markets, meeting the needs of her clients, buyers and sellers alike.

Heidi’s expertise is vast, ranging from new construction and resale to renovations and interior design. Working with a wide variety of clientele, she consistently achieves Top Agent awards for production volume in properties sold.

A trusted guide, Heidi harbors a keen understanding of microeconomic factors impacting the Oklahoma markets including shifting realty values, mortgage rate and finance options, hot selling metro locations and consumer motivations.

“It is difficult for locals to imagine how much our market is changing, but Tulsa is becoming a rockstar choice amongst families across the U.S. We are experiencing historical growth – a reverse migration back to the Heartland,” she says.

Continuously offering her time and energy, Heidi boasts an extensive professional network streamlining the sales process from the early stages of preparing to list, with proven results at the closing table. She is dedicated to a seamless experience, lifting the many stressors which accompany making a big local or out-of-state move.

Heidi strives for a five-star day at the closing table, which she achieves through her sharp ability to negotiate and her passion for exceeding expectations.

“I love people and to serve families; there is nothing more rewarding than to watch dreams unfold and people’s lives change for the better – there’s NO place like HOME!” she explains.

Whether that dream is to live in South Tulsa or Midtown, or enjoy sprawling acreage where “the wind comes sweeping down the plains,” Heidi’s desire is to make her client’s dream come true.  Heidi received her bachelor’s degree in business from Oral Roberts University and after graduating, got her Oklahoma license in 1991.

“WE MAY BEGIN OUR JOURNEY IN REAL ESTATE, BUT MY GOAL IS TO END AS FRIENDS!” - HEIDI

Setting the standard for kitchen and bath design, Edmond Kitchen, Bath, Home, LLC has over 20 decades of experience and continues to operate with integrity and excellence. The name says it all at Classic Kitchens, with services including kitchen design and remodeling; the team aims to deliver the dream kitchen on time, every time. OKC voters also give praise to Urban Kitchens for its expert staff, speedy services and vast array of inventory.

Landscape Designer

From general landscape design to help with pools, patios, outdoor environments, drainage and irrigation, the expert team at Oklahoma Landscape can help with all things outdoors. Elm Creek Landscape and Design earns praise for its expert staff and services that include landscape design/installation, outdoor lighting, flower bed maintenance and lawn care. Offering design and installation for new or existing spaces, Kingdom Landscape prides itself on expertise in mid- and upscale residential projects, as well as boutique commercial landscaping projects.

OKC voters choose Caviness Landscape Design when creating their outdoor oases, with helpful financing options and decades of experience in the industry. Whether you need tree/shrub planting, custom bed designs, potting or other design services, TLC Garden Centers is a one-stop-shop. Total Environment can tackle any landscaping project, with services including design/installation, irrigation and even plant health care.

Lawn, Garden and Indoor Plant Store/Plant Nursery

A trusted name in Tulsa, Southwood Landscape and Garden Center offers products and services for just about any lawn and garden need. Sanders Nursery & Distribution is one of Oklahoma’s largest and most respected nurseries, with a staff that understands the value of hard work. No matter the project, Hardscape Materials has the items you need to succeed, boasting a large garden center as well as an inventory of fountains, stones, and everything in between. Excelling in indoor plant design, Cohlmia’s the Plant Place employs expert horticultural designers that can assist with any plant-related inquiry.

OKC’s TLC Garden Centers offers everything from perennials to trees, shrubs, lawn care and even fruit and vegetable gardening assistance. Calvert’s Plant Interiors encourages clients to bring nature indoors with its vast inventory; the business has been an OKC staple since 1907. The expert staff and vast offerings at Lowe’s make it another top pick for OKC voters, alongside the ever-popular The Home Depot.

Lighting Store/Indoor and Outdoor Lighting

From ceiling fixtures to bathroom lights, fans and even landscape lighting, Garbe’s Lighting offers options that suit your space – no matter your tastes. Tulsans and Oklahoma Citians alike vote up Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery for its massive lighting catalog, with both affordable and luxury brands. To create a one-of-a-kind space, Oklahoma Lighting Distributors excels in all lighting needs.

OKC voters enjoy Hunzicker Lighting Gallery for its offerings that include chandeliers, bathroom fixtures, exterior lights, fans, and foyer/hall lanterns. You can’t lose at Lowe’s, with its extensive catalog of indoor and outdoor lighting options.

New Development

Dedicated to the study and appreciation of a renowned singer-songwriter, The Bob Dylan Center is one of downtown Tulsa’s hottest stops, educating, motivating and inspiring visitors around the globe. The not-yet-open, highly anticipated OKPOP Museum will soon showcase Oklahoma’s creative spirit through its many artists –both from history and those working today. After a major renovation, The Church Studio now combines musical history with education, with amenities and offerings like a recording studio, a merch shop and even tours. With a mission to empower the community through education and programming, Fab Lab Tulsa offers top-of-the-line equipment to help Tulsa makers succeed.

You can experience alpine skiing right here in Oklahoma at Ski OKC at RIVERSPORT; the technology features an infinite, articulating ski slope for both novices and experienced skiers. Focused on bringing the community together, The Half sits between OKC and Edmond and boasts a mixed-use business hub, with commercial spaces, food

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offerings, a movie theatre and sport courts. Created in tandem by GRDA and the City of Siloam Springs, the WOKA Whitewater Park will soon bring a national-caliber whitewater adventure park to the Upper Illinois River in the Ozark Mountains.

Paint Store

No matter the brand, color or paint type, Sherwin-Williams is sure to have the supplies you need, garnering votes statewide. Another statewide favorite is Spectrum Paint, offering paint and coatings solutions for novices and professionals alike. In Tulsa, Elder Paint and Wallpaper is a favorite for its excellent inventory and friendly, helpful staff.

Plumbing Service

The team at Mullin Plumbing, Inc. offers professional plumbing services to the greater Tulsa metro, excelling in everything

from repair to maintenance and installation. Described as your source for those “hard-to-find plumbing parts,” Allied Plumbing Supply employs experts to assist in any plumbing project. A well-known name across the country, Roto-Rooter wins praise with Tulsa voters for its quick and efficient service. Others trust Williams Plumbing & Drain for its highly reviewed plumbers, 100% satisfaction guarantee and upfront pricing.

In OKC, Lonnie’s Plumbing can handle it all, from repairs to remodels, general maintenance, and even residential and commercial construction. A name you know, Airco Service’s plumbing offerings include standard repairs, electronic leak locations, garbage disposal maintenance and more. Coy’s Plumbing is another top choice for OKC voters, touting fast and reliable services.

Pool Designer

Dolphin Pools and Spas has a reputation for excellence in the Tulsa community, of-

fering three generations of family members on staff and an inventory that includes both in- and above-ground pools. Whether you’re on the hunt for a new pool construction partner, pool lighting, maintenance or repairs, Baker Pools has you covered. In business for over four decades, JP Construction handles residential and commercial swimming pool construction, plus assistance with spas and other water features. Hot tubs, in-ground pools, pool remodels and above-ground offerings are just a few of the goodies presented to clients at Fiesta Pools and Spas

In OKC, Caviness Landscape Design is lauded for its one-of-a-kind aquatic spaces, melding expertise in pool construction and landscape design to create oases you’ll never want to leave. Aiming to deliver more than you’d ever imagine as it pertains to a backyard swimming pool, Blue Haven Pools and Spas has served the OKC metro for over 60 years. OKC residents trust Grotto Pool Designs to create a perfect home vacation environment, with next-day free estimates, free consultations and customdesigned pools, hot tubs and spas.

Caviness Landscape Design, OKC

Real Estate Company

Known as Oklahoma’s luxury real estate specialists, Chinowth & Cohen Realtors garners votes in both Tulsa and OKC; the firm’s elite agents will ensure total satisfaction whether you’re buying, selling or renting a home. Tulsans have long trusted McGraw Realtors for any and all real estate needs, from buying/selling to finding vacation and lake homes, commercial real estate, property management and relocation. With agents that know Tulsa neighborhoods well, Walter and Associates is a one-stop shop for all real estate needs. With topnotch agents at the ready, Keller Williams Realty wins votes in both Tulsa and OKC; the company operates with a focus on talent, drive, innovation and next-level service. Tulsans also vote up Coldwell Banker for its vast property offerings at various price points, as well as agent knowledge and accessibility. REMAX in Tulsa is another top contender; there, they believe the right agent can lead the way to a successful home buying or selling experience. In Tulsa and OKC alike, Century 21 impresses with inventory that can fit any lifestyle; the firm has six office locations in Oklahoma alone. Tulsans vote up Engel & Völkers, which excels in luxury real estate; the firm has a vast portfolio of charming properties to peruse.

eXp Realty OKC is highly trusted by OKC voters, offering a real estate catalog that includes multi-family homes, singlefamily houses, land and condos. Also in OKC, First Source Real Estate, Inc. is a winner for its trusted agents and extensive knowledge of OKC markets.

Remodeler

Transforming your space has never been easier thanks to the experts at Kitchens by Powers Design & Build; the team specializes in everything from kitchens and baths to master suites, major renovations, additions and even custom homes. Trebilcock Construction is a Tulsa mainstay for all your remodeling needs, big or small. The design studio at Simmons Homes allows you to dream up your ideal home or renovation project from the ground up, with features that will best enhance your personal lifestyle.

In OKC, TRM Construction is a top pick for remodeling and general handyman offerings, providing high-quality workmanship that will surely last. A reliable remodeling contractor in OKC, Remodeling

Elliott Roofing, Statewide

Concepts has been an OKC mainstay since 1996, operating with a dedication to customer service and satisfaction. Boasting both quality craftsmanship and affordable prices, Paul Little Construction excels in custom woodwork, home repair/remodeling and also offers a new automatic attic storage lift system.

Roofer

Known as an industry leader in roofing services, RainTech Roofing offers its clients free inspections and estimates, alongside commercial and residential roofing, replacements and more. It’s all in the name at A-Best Roofing, which touts professional, reliable residential and commercial exterior remodeling as well as repairs and attic insulation. Tulsans and OKC residents alike turn to Elliott Roofing, which has been protecting Oklahomans since 1981; alongside typical roofing services, the team also offers thermal drone inspections and solar roof installations. T-Town Roofing is a great choice in Tulsa for its cost-effective, time-sensitive solutions and its free estimates. Conrad’s Roofing garners high praise from Tulsan voters, described as reputable, reliable and results-oriented.

In OKC, you can count on Champion Roofing for premier roofing services, an experience staffed and excellent customer service. Basey’s Roofing is an OKC-based company that earns high marks from voters; the team can help with repairs, replacements and installations.

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Accounting Firm

HoganTaylor helps businesses become resilient while delegating stress and planning for the unexpected, all with a focus on personal attention and commitment to client success. Eide Bailly, inspired by its clients and ignited by challenges, is a top 25 CPA and consulting firm, helping the middle market grow and thrive. Located in Tulsa, Jay & Associates garners praise for its reliable service and knowledgeable accountants at the ready to serve clients in the metro.

Airline

Low fares, bonus mile deals and excellent customer service make American Airlines a top pick for Oklahomans looking to get out of town. With its vast array of destinations, plus a low percentage of cancellations and delays, United Airlines garners praise from Tulsa and OKC alike. Delta Air Lines, one of the most popular airlines in the U.S., also gets its kudos for exciting reward programs, in-flight entertainment and enticing lounge amenities.

Assisted Living Center

A premier senior living community, Covenant Living at Inverness offers a renowned assisted living program with needs customized to each resident. With assisted living described as “independence with support,” Montereau offers best-inclass service to help residents live their lives to the fullest. Assisting a spectrum of needs, Senior Star meets residents where they are in their treatment, offering on-site healthcare for every need – small or large. Alongside independent living, Town Village offers short-term and respite stays – all with amenities like a fitness program, restaurant-quality meals and enrichment activities. Zarrow Pointe presents a variety of exceptional living arrangements, from independent villas to apartments and

hospice care.

Presenting its residents with around-theclock care and attention, Bellevue Health and Rehabilitation Center provides comfort, healing, amenities and resort-style rehabilitation. With a focus on fostering human connections, Village on the Park believes we’re always better together; assisted living allows residents to live comfortably and securely.

Attorney

Anthony Gorospe of Gorospe Law Group is a personal injury/automobile accident lawyer, offering clients aggressive, dedicated advocacy; the firm offers top-of-the-line resources and relationships to get you the results you want. A divorce and family lawyer, Kimberly K. Hays of Kimberly K. Hays, PLLC boasts more than 30 years of experience in the industry and believes a strong attorney-client relationship is paramount to successful outcomes. With an ability to handle all kinds of lawsuits, Donald Smolen of Smolen Law focuses on personal injury, with cases including

catastrophic tort, insurance bad faith, medical malpractice and workers compensation. Kelly A. Smakal at Smakal Munn PC centers on divorce, paternity, child custody, guardianships and adoptions, and often uses alternative dispute resolution methods to successfully negotiate and settle her cases.

Covenant Living at Inverness, TUL

David Walls, PLLC, OKC

Mark E. Hammons of Hammons, Hurst and Associates handles a variety of employment law cases, ranging from sexual harassment to disability discrimination; he is also the founder of the Oklahoma Employment Lawyers Association. Founder and managing partner Randall K. Calvert of Calvert Law Firm is an experienced litigator with expertise in civil litigation, mergers and acquisitions and transactional cases. Well-versed in a variety of personal injury cases, Joe S. Carson of Warhawk Legal can handle anything from wrongful death to auto accidents, product liability and insurance disputes. Trial lawyer Jim Buxton of Buxton Law Group represents those who have been hurt or wronged by the carelessness of others; he is also passionate about continued education and often speaks at legal seminars. Excelling in transactional and business law, construction law, estate planning and oil and gas, David A. Walls, PLLC prides himself on getting deals done – and even put himself through law school at night while working full-time. Operating with tenacity, experience and dedication, Jaye Mendros of Mendros Law Office, PLLC is a criminal defense attorney who aims to get the best possible resolutions for her clients.

Auto/Tire Shop

For complete car service and an excellent selection of tires, Oklahomans across the state visit Robertson Tire. Competitive pricing and expert customer service can be found statewide at Discount Tire locations. And you can always trust Hibdon Tires Plus for knowledgeable employees, plus quick and reliable service.

Bank

From competitive banking services to credit solutions, financial planning and investment services, Bank of Oklahoma is a favorite for

voters around the state; the entity is also community-minded, donating over $3.16 million dollars to the United Way. Arvest Bank operates with a focus on the customer above all else; this philosophy has helped the bank grow into a vast network across the region, aiming to help people find financial solutions for life. With the goal of finding client solutions that save time and money, Regent Bank can assist with any banking need; Regent has grown from a single market community bank to a regional business entity in five different markets.

Combining high-touch personal service and innovative solutions, Commerce Bank has assisted clients for over 155 years; the bank now has $32 billion in assets. Since 1924, Mabrey Bank has provided financial security and individualized service to Oklahomans; the bank currently has 15 locations across Oklahoma.

MidFirst Bank, headquartered in OKC, is the largest privately owned bank in the nation; the bank is consistently ranked at one of the best-performing banks in the U.S. and offers personalized, profes-

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sional service. First Fidelity Bank combines the personalized care of a neighborhood bank with the sophisticated technology of a national franchise; since 1920, FFB has grown to serve clients in Oklahoma, Arizona and Colorado. Built on a foundation of integrity, First National Bank of Oklahoma offers services including commercial and industrial banking, commercial real estate, home mortgages and electronic banking.

Caterer

Specializing in weddings, plus corporate events, special events and nonprofit gatherings, Justin Thompson Catering pairs years of industry experience with an expert staff and a bevy of professional vendors. An enticing catering menu can be found at Andolini’s Catering, including the classic pizzas, plus pastas, desserts, salads and appetizers. ExpoSERVE provides catering to clients and event patrons at Tulsa’s Expo Square, with delicious menu items and excellent customer service.

CEO

Bob Funk, co-founder of Express Employment Professionals, grew the company from its humble beginnings into what is now one of the top staffing companies in the U.S. and Canada; Funk is also heavily involved in the community and has won numerous accolades for his leadership. Paula Marshall of Bama Companies has helmed the ship since 1984, providing strategic leadership and direction to the organization; she is dedicated to sustainability, inclusion and diversity. Since taking over as president and CEO in 2011, Alan S. Armstrong of Williams Companies has widely expanded the business’s reach; Williams now handles one third of all U.S. natural gas volumes though gathering, processing, transportation and storage. Gary Fields of AAON runs the company with core values that include demonstrating moral character, giving your very best, empowering team members, innovating and pushing boundaries, and promoting a safe, respectful environment.

Leading with integrity, Sean Trauschke of OG&E Energy Corp. graduated from the Advanced Management Program at Harvard Business School and also serves as Chairman of the Greater OKC Chamber. G. Jeffrey Records joined MidFirst Bank in 1984 and assumed the role of chairman of the board in 1998; Records earns high marks for his commitment to excellence and his leadership style. Chad Richison founded Paycom in 1998 and has remained at the helm ever since; he works diligently to deliver the future of HR tech. Bill Cameron, president and CEO of Cameron Enterprises, works to create a solid foundation for Oklahoma’s future success through his varied financial companies.

Company to Work For

Abbey Road Catering is a full-service catering company based in OKC, providing food, service, rentals as needed, plus additional details and arrangement for your event. Combining creative ideas with quality food and flexible service, Ned’s Catering is a top pick for OKC voters. Harris Custom Catering can provide exquisite meals, personalized tablescapes and flawless service for a variety of client events. C2 Catering believes catering your special event is a privilege, and the team works diligently to provide award-winning cuisine and service.

With a vision to create a sustainable and just healthcare system, Saint Francis Health System operates with values that include excellence, dignity, justice, integrity and stewardship; the system also believes employees are its most precious resource. ONEOK values diversity, not only in its workforce but in the services it provides; the company aims to offer time, resources and opportunities to help employees build towards success. Williams Companies views employment as a way to explore and discover new passions, and they describe their employees as “the driving force behind our reputation as a safe, reliable company.” OKC’s Paycom consistently earns accolades for its culture, opportunities for ca-

reer growth, competitive salaries, benefits, and ability to celebrate each employee’s individual achievements. OU Health, the state’s largest academic healthcare system, helps employees hone in on their ambitions with continued education, impressive benefits and a continual growth mindset. OG&E Energy Corp. helps employees energize their careers, with options including competitive benefits, annual performancebased bonuses, paid volunteer leave and even discount programs for certain vendors. American Fidelity Assurance Co. offers opportunities for growth, great work/life balance, an invigorating company culture and enticing benefits.

Construction Company

Crossland Construction Company believes that if you can dream it, they can build it; the company, which won votes in both Tulsa and OKC, works in the commercial, industrial, hospitality and healthcare sectors, among others. In Tulsa, Ross Group is redefining building services through the simplification of development, engineering and construction; the company aims to improve the client experience with each new project. Tulsa’s Manhattan Construction Group prioritizes safety, excellence, integrity and respect above all else, creating a client-driven culture that delivers on promises and fosters strong business relationships. A winner in Tulsa

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and OKC, Nabholz Construction aims to grow its people, serve its clients and build communities, with expertise in areas including construction, infrastructure, machinery moving and facility maintenance. For over 125 years, Cowen Construction has been building extraordinary results – from an initial consultation to land acquisition, planning and construction. Flintco Construction is on an unwavering pursuit of the perfect construction experience, and is recognized for its commitment to safety and quality.

In OKC, GE Johnson Construction Co. believes each project is so much more than a building – it’s the next place for great ideas, community and growth.

Credit Union

Tinker Federal Credit Union, a winner in both major metros, is the largest credit union in Oklahoma, offering a variety of services, from investing and financial planning to education, empowerment, financial coaching and general banking. WeStreet Credit Union is a communityminded financial institution that thrives on a culture of support and warmth; leadership aims for neighbors to become members, and members to become family. TTCU Federal Credit Union began in 1934 as the Tulsa Teachers Credit Union, and while the company has experienced exponential growth, it’s still guided by one principle: best serving its members. In Tulsa and OKC, Communication Federal Credit Union earns high marks for its services and its commitment to the community; with a motto of “connecting with you,” CFCU believes relationships are central to its mission. With a goal to make a difference in the lives of its employees, members and communities, Oklahoma Central Credit Union is a top Tulsa choice for any financial need. Tulsans vote up Red Crown Credit Union for its myriad banking, tech and insurance services, along with lauded customer service.

OKC residents vote up WEOKIE Federal Credit Union, one of the first financial institutions that was founded by Oklahomans to protect the economic interests of its family, friends, and neighbors.

Dry Cleaners/Laundry

For fast, reliable service, competitive rates and service with a smile, Tulsans choose Phoenix Cleaners. Yale Cleaners offers same-day dry cleaning, drive-through ser-

vice and even a hanger recycling program. Fox Cleaners believes life’s better when it’s clean, and offers pick-up, delivery and a 24/7 kiosk. Open since 1951, La Mode Cleaners is dedicated to customer satisfaction with a bevy of dry cleaning and laundry services.

Nichols Hills Cleaners in OKC has been family-owned for over fifty years, aiming to always be a name you can trust. American Cleaners has won a bevy of awards for its convenience and service and can assist with everything from wedding gowns to high-end couture pieces. Scott Cleaners operates with an unwavering commitment to quality customer service and surpassing expectations.

Energy Company

Williams Companies, operating with a strong commitment to clean energy, sustainability and community involvement, is the best-in-class operator of the critical infrastructure that supports a clean energy future. Providing natural gas distribution services to more than 2.2 million customers in Kansas, Oklahoma and Texas, ONE Gas was recently recognized for its outstanding safety record by the American Gas Association. Public Service Company of Oklahoma is committed to delivering unmatched service, focused on providing competitive pricing, fewer outages and safe, reliable power. Primarily transporting, storing and distributing petroleum products, Magellan Midstream Partners strives to maximize long-term economic value by providing essential fuels and related services to

the communities and markets it serves.

In OKC, OG&E Energy Corp. generates electricity through a diversity of fuel types – 66% natural gas, 26% coal and 8% renewable energy – allowing it to maintain reliability and affordable rates for more than 887,000 electric customers. Powered by dedicated, innovative employees, Chesapeake Energy is focused on delivering a profitable, sustainable future to all; the company aims to achieve net zero by 2035. Continental Resources believes American produced oil and natural gas will play a critical role in the world’s energy future, and they aim to be at the forefront of that movement.

Engineering Company

Headquartered in Tulsa, Wallace Design Collective works diligently to imitate, supplement and counteract the work of nature, respectfully and responsibility; the group’s impressive portfolio includes adaptive reuse, healthcare, student housing and wellness. Ross Group’s engineering sector serves a diverse range of markets and clients – both around the country and internationally; industries served include oil and gas, aerospace and renewables, among others. Garnering votes in Tulsa and OKC, Garver is an employee-owned firm that is consistently recognized as a best firm to work for; the company is dedicated to investing in the communities it serves. CEC, another winner in both metros, serves a variety of sectors, from manufacturing to mining, oil and gas,

power and real estate; the firm prides itself on finishing projects that are consistent with client goals, on-time and in-budget.

Parkhill is a top OKC choice, offering innovative design and engineering solutions backed by knowledgeable employees with years of experience.

Event or Party Planner

On a mission for good, event and branding agency TPC Studios has a proven track record of success in bringing client dreams come to life; the firm produces a bevy of creative campaigns – including this month’s Oklahoma Magazine cover – along with exceptional events across the metro. Farthing Events, a full service event design and production company, excels in creating dream experiences for its clients, strategically customized to fit any budget and vision. Mary Fencl Events provides award-winning service, performed with passion, and can assist with weddings, fundraisers, event production and more.

Aisle Be With You offers a variety of packages to suit your needs, from full planning and design down to a la carte services, and helps with everything from engagement parties to rehearsal dinners and the big day: the wedding itself. Morgan Marie Events creates luxury wedding experiences for the wildly in love; the team aims to tailor your wedding planning for the most personalized experience possible.

Florist

Toni’s Flowers & Gifts has been a Tulsa mainstay for gorgeous blooms and top-of-the-line customer service for decades, offering bouquets for any occasion. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, expressing sympathy or sending some just because, Mary Murray’s Flowers has a beautiful inventory for every major milestone. A full-service florist and garden center, Ted & Debbie’s Flower Garden is family-owned and operated, delivering on-time with highend products.

Trusted local florist Tony Foss Flowers can create bouquets and floral gifts for any event, ranging from birthday parties to weddings, funerals and corporate gatherings. For almost seven decades, Trochta’s Flowers and Garden Center has delivered beautiful blooms and rave-worthy customer service to the OKC metro. Offering exciting deals of the day, Broadway Florist charms OKC residents with its competitive pricing and wide selection of florals.

Funeral Service

Moore Funeral Homes & Crematory strives to provide extraordinary service and a fair, affordable price during a tumultu-

ous time for clients; the team works to create funerals as unique as the life you’re celebrating. Stanleys Funeral & Cremation Service personalizes and enhances cremation and burial experiences as desired, creating farewells done well and in good taste. Floral Haven is where Broken Arrow comes to remember, and leadership believes funerals are essential to healing through honoring and celebrating a life well lived. In business for over 80 years, Ninde Funeral & Cremation is a trusted name in the industry that offers pre-planning, grief resources and commemorative items for your loved one.

Mercer-Adams Funeral in OKC is known to provide personalized services priced well below national chains, helping families design a service that expresses both significance and respect. Hahn-Cook Street & Draper Funeral Directors Rose Hill Burial Park aims to make the funeral planning process as stress-free as possible, with a flexible event space, a Celebration of Life Center and a large-capacity chapel. Smith & Kernke Funeral Home and Crematory offers an on-site crematory, ensuring loved ones never leave the grounds – or the company’s expert care.

Hair Salon

Jara Herron Salon in Tulsa does it all, from cuts and colors to micro-needling, waxing, eyelash extensions and laser therapy. Cypress Avenue Salon is known for its

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well-trained stylists, welcoming atmosphere and competitive pricing. Michael Brothers Hair believes everyone has beauty inside and out, and stylists work to refresh, refine and reveal that beauty.

OKC’s Velvet Monkey can handle any hair need, from cuts to color corrections, keratin treatments, up-dos and extensions. With upfront pricing and other services like make-up, waxing and eyelash extensions, Willow and Co. is a top OKC pick. Whether you need help with styling, color, texture or extensions, Eden Salon & Spa has it handled.

Higher Education

The University of Oklahoma, a comprehensive research university, strives for excellence in all things: teaching, creative activity and service to the state and society; the school offers 170 academic programs and boasts $416.6 million in research expenditures. Oklahoma State University touts a vibrant and inclusive culture with a student-tofaculty ratio of 20:1; committed to the public good, OSU focuses on accessibility, diversity, outreach and sustainability. Emphasizing support, service and success, the University of Tulsa offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, alongside a lauded law school and a bevy of online programs for maximum accessibility. Committed to student success, Tulsa Community College educates approximately 22,000 students each year, creating a firm academic foundation for tomorrow’s leaders.

Home/Auto/Life Insurance

American Fidelity Assurance Co. provides

employee insurance benefits surrounding accidents, cancer, critical illness, disability and hospital indemnity. State Farm offers personal price plans to help all clients get the coverage they need, with plans for virtually any situation. You’re in good hands with Allstate, which offers home, auto, motorcycle, renters, condo and ATV coverage, among many others. Bankers Life excels through its approach of caring for what matters most by helping clients plan their futures.

Investment Firm

Fidelity Investments helps clients across the state better prepare themselves for the future with retirement plans and IRAs, brokerage accounts, cash management, college savings plans, HSAs and much more. With experience, insight and personalized guidance to navigate today’s markets, Merrill offers the Merill Lynch Investment Advisory

program alongside alternative investments and sustainable/impact investing. Providing financial solutions to its clients, Morgan Stanley guides corporations, organizations and governments as a global leader in investment banking. With personalized plans, knowledgeable staff and a commitment to excellence, Prime Wealth Management Ameriprise earns the votes and trust of voters around the state. Charles Schwab presents a modern approach to investing, with transparent pricing, personalized plans and a satisfaction guarantee.

Law Firm

Excelling in labor and employment law, business litigation, estate planning and more, Barrow and Grimm has been a linchpin in the Tulsa law community since its founding in 1976. No case is too big or too small for Latham | Steele | Lehman, which serves clients from Fortune 100 companies to individuals; attorneys will always provide skilled, effective counsel. Stange Law Firm, with the goal of helping clients rebuild their lives, is made up of highly skilled divorce and family lawyers, with expertise in sectors including high networth divorce, family violence and child custody; the firm won votes in both metros. For wrongful death and serious injury cases, Tulsans turn to Smith Barkett Law Group, which has won millions for its clients and offers 130+ years of combined experience. Jones Gotcher Attorneys & Counselors is widely known in the Tulsa region for its premier practices in civil litigation, construction and surety law, family law, estate planning and more. Described as “dynamic, aggressive and client-focused,” Norman

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Wohlgemuth Attorneys at Law is a leading litigation firm focused on cases including high-profile criminal matters, high-conflict divorce and general business needs.

The personal injury attorneys with Edmond-based The Handley Law Center believe you have a future worth fighting for; they aim to go above and beyond for clients with decades of experience under their belts. White and Weddle, P.C. is staffed with experienced trial lawyers committed to individualized attention, focusing on cases surrounding dangerous products, education law, wrongful death and personal injury. Doerner, Saunders, Daniel & Anderson was founded in Indian Territory in 1896, and has worked to create a legacy of excellence in a broad range of practice areas, from real estate to class action suits, appellate cases and oil and gas. Chubbuck Duncan & Robey provides personalized defense counsel and utilizes a collaborative effort by including a senior lawyer, a team of associates and support staff for each case.

Manufacturing/Industrial/Distribution Company

Leading the charge in advancing HVAC innovations, AAON is intent on delivering better solutions through its design, manufacture and rigorous testing of revolutionary equipment. Underground utility construction equipment manufacturer Ditch Witch is committed to providing the most productive items necessary to be successful on every job site, and has won a

bevy of awards for impact on the industry. A leading manufacturer and distributor of steel tubing, Webco Industries is a technology-driven company that thrives on efficiency, quality and service. Zeeco is redefining combustion through its design and manufacture of advanced combustion and environmental solutions, creating everything from industrial burners to thermal oxidizers and flare systems. A leading distributor of decorative and wholesale fabrics, Fabricut is a progressive, employeeowned company that currently has three family generations in its ranks.

OKC-based Kimray, Inc. has served the oil and gas industry since 1948 with its design and manufacture of control equipment; the company pledges the highest quality valves and equipment with excellent customer service. Delco Electric strives to power your business as a premier commercial electrical contractor; community business partners include Love’s, Starbucks, Amazon and the Ellison Hotel. Supplying industrial, medical and specialty gasses, Airgas also sells gas equipment, welding and safety products, alongside tools and hardware. Focused on character, customer service and remaining employee-owned, Locke Supply Co. manufactures a variety of HVAC equipment alongside electrical components and other tools.

Moving Service

Trusted in Tulsa and OKC alike, Two Men and a Truck earns kudos for its quick, efficient and safe service, boasting a 96% referral rating and 300+ locations across the country. You’ll get speedy, accurate service, complete with a smile, at Murphy Jones Moving, which has been serving the Tulsa community for decades. Whether you’re moving down the street or across the country, Armstrong Relocation can help with residential and commercial offerings as well as supply chain solutions.

With more than a century of experience, Ace Moving and Storage, LLC excels through its highly rated customer service, competitive rates and expertise in home moves. Fast, affordable and flexible, 2 Fellas Moving Company can help with the transfer of individuals up to entire companies.

Place to Call When You Smash Your Car

Utilizing top-quality paint, equipment, tools and highly skilled technicians, Hourglass Collision Repair is a name you can trust for any repairs, big or small. Gerber Collision and Glass has been a trusted source for repairs for over 80 years. Dedicated, hardworking and experienced technicians make Karoll Martin Paint and Body a top choice for Tulsans looking to get car repairs.

OKC voters enjoy Oklahoma Body Works for its full-service offerings, from rust repair to paint services, detailing and collision repair. Bob Moore Collision Center is certified to repair all makes and models, whether you’re bringing in a sedan, truck, domestic or import. It’s all in the name at One Stop Automotive, which can handle repairs of all kinds in a fast and efficient manner.

Place to Detail Your Car

Hourglass Auto Spa is a full-service spa, with services including ceramic coating, polishing, waxing and carpet extractions. Fine Airport Parking can make your car feel like new with a vast array of detailing options. From window tinting to auto wraps, color changes and decals, White Glove Auto handles it all.

In OKC, you’ll leave Red Carpet Car Wash with a car that feels brand new. With a variety of wash options and other detailing amenities, Masters Car Wash is a popular pick in OKC. Quick, efficient and with competitive pricing, Okie Express Auto Wash wins major kudos.

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Realtor

Peter Walter, founder of Walter and Associates, offers more than 25 years of real estate experience in Tulsa markets and is active in the community, sitting on a variety of boards for museums and nonprofits. Offering a high level of concierge service, Heidi McMurray of Keller Williams Realty Preferred excels through great communication and the creation of a mutually beneficial partnership with her clients. Blake Loveless of Walter and Associates has been with the firm for over 20 years and has a nuanced perspective on a variety of Tulsa neighborhoods. Marlene Boyd of Walter and Associates began her real estate career in 2017 and has utilized her myriad business contacts to help clients find the homes of their dreams.

With the end goal of connecting home buyers and sellers with their dream properties, Joy Baresel of OKC’s Engel & Völkers specializes in both historic and luxury properties. Paula Harell Beauchamp of Keller Williams Realty serves OKC and surrounding areas, with the expertise her clients need, alongside a focus on making the home buying or selling experience as fun and stress-free as possible. Cathy Craig of eXp Realty OKC serves her various clients with tenacity and expertise to ensure a great closing for everyone.

Retirement Community

Whether you’re looking for an apartment, garden home or cottage, Covenant Living

at Inverness is a premier senior living community for Tulsans, with amenities like an indoor heated swimming pool, sewing room and full-service salon. Tulsans can write their next chapter at Cedarhurst Senior Living, with its variety of lifestyle options and all-inclusive, maintenance-free living. Montereau offers it all, from concierge services to a putting green, cocktail lounges and a fine arts studio. Senior Star is designed to enhance the well-being of all it serves, with a mission to unite as exceptional stewards for seniors and those who love them.

The Mansions at Waterford Assisted Living is all about curating a welcoming community, with a variety of engagement activities ranging from painting classes to manicures, bingo and fitness classes. Epworth Villa welcomes seniors to the next chapter with flexible meal plans, 24-hour urgent call systems, 40 acres of beautiful grounds, a woodworking shop and more. In business for nearly 50 years, Spanish Cove Retirement Village boasts first class amenities, a jam-packed events schedule and friendly, helpful staff.

Staffing Agency

Through respecting people and impacting business, Express Employment Professionals has become a top-performing staffing company that employed 579,000 people across 79,000 partner companies in 2022 alone. Armed with certified staffing professionals, Key Personnel can take the headache out of hiring and additionally helps job-seekers connect to companies

that best suit their talents. Robert Half offers both job- and employee-seekers alike a fast hiring process alongside experienced recruiters in industries including marketing, administration and technology.

Transportation Company

Melton Truck Lines, a flatbed trucking company, employs nearly 1,300 drivers with five trucking terminals across the U.S.; the company has nearly 70 years of experience in the business. TBS Factoring Service, a freight factoring company, has helped truckers run their businesses smoothly for over 50 years; the company aims to help drivers get established, find loads and get paid faster. Providing an exceptional private travel experience, Private Jets, Inc. offers a broad fleet and service tailored to a client’s every need.

Tribal Enterprise

The Cherokee Nation based in Catoosa operates with the mission to protect its inherent sovereignty and preserve and promote its culture; its enterprise arm, Cherokee Nation Businesses, oversees a variety of companies that drive community development and economic impact. The Muscogee Nation in Okmulgee and its Department of Commerce operate with the goal to foster, promote and develop the success of the Nation itself, as well as to foster, serve and promote the Nation’s economic development and technological advancement. Osage Nation based in Pawhuska has a thriving business arm; the Nation also assists citizens with everything from health and wellness to employment, childcare and housing.

Chickasaw Nation, based in Ada and Norman, provides Oklahomans with a variety of business enterprises, ranging from gaming centers to galleries, gift shops, hotels, spas, theaters, cafes and everything in between. The vast business portfolio of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in Shawnee spans from grocery stores to casinos, event centers, restaurants and the top-of-theline Iron Horse Industrial Park. Choctaw Nation in Durant has a varied business line-up that infuses money back into not only the Nation but into Oklahoma as a whole; enterprises include

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Eastern Oklahoma Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (EOOMS) is committed to providing compassionate and comprehensive oral surgery care. Our surgeons, Todd Johnson, Gregory Segraves, Heath Evans, Chris Ray and Cody Mumma, are diplomats of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. Common procedures provided include wisdom tooth extractions, dental implants and bone grafting. Our specialists have extensive training in outpatient anesthesia and jaw reconstruction.

For patients’ convenience, most of the group’s services are performed in the EOOMS offices. With convenient locations in Broken Arrow and Owasso, EOOMS proudly serves Eastern Oklahoma and surrounding areas. Our offices are certified for outpatient anesthesia and the staff have advanced training to provide safe and comfortable care.

The EOOMS staff is a committed group of employees striving to achieve the highest standard of care. Additionally, our surgeons provide oral and maxillofacial surgical services at Hillcrest Hospital South and are clinical assistant professors at the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry.

Broken Arrow: 4716 West Urbana Street

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Owasso: 12802 East 101st Place North (918) 274-0944

everything from government contracting to wildlife management. Seminole Nation of Oklahoma, headquartered in Wewoka and Seminole, looks to the future with hope and innovation, offering a variety of business enterprises that strengthen the fabric of the Nation and Oklahoma as a whole.

Veterinarian/Animal Hospital

From pet wellness plans to urgent care and behavior consultations, Woodland West Animal Hospital is a top pick for Tulsans with furry friends. VCA Woodland Central Animal Hospital earns kudos for its combo of world-class medicine and hometown care. Riverbrook Animal Hospital provides Tulsa pets with compassionate, state-of-theart medical care and service beyond expectations. Care Animal Hospital has served the Tulsa community since 1994, with a mission to care for both pets and their owners.

Nichols Hills Pet Clinic is a major winner in the OKC metro for its friendly, experienced staff and comprehensive service. Quail Creek Veterinary earns praise for its myriad service offerings, including preventative care, surgery and microchipping procedures. Warwick Animal Hospital can assist with any animal-related need, ranging from dentistry to radiology and everything in between.

Wireless Service

AT&T earns high marks with voters across the state for its impressive coverage and quick, efficient customer service. Verizon offers a variety of bundles alongside great deals and super fast speeds so you’ll never drop a call. T-Mobile’s competitive pricing, broad range of cell phone inventory and internet speeds make it another popular choice around the state.

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Aesthetician

Gabriel Horn with Uplifting Skincare can repair, revive and rejuvenate your skin, with services that include customized chemical peels and microneedling. Cassie Zanovich of Midtown Dermatology is oncology trained by the Oklahoma Board of Cosmetology and Barbering, excelling in chemical peels, laser hair removal and other aesthetic services. Lauren Rovang with Blank Med Spa is certified in dermal fillers and Botox and is currently working towards her doctoral degree as an acute care nurse practitioner.

Physician assistant Vanessa Smith of OKC’s Radiance Medical Aesthetics of Oklahoma utilizes state-of-the-art regen-

erative therapies to ensure exceptional, natural results. Hannah Herron of ClareBella Aesthetics can help clients from all walks to life to reach their individualized skin goals, offering medical expertise with great customer service. Courtney Ingram of Richey Wellness and Aesthetics offers a decade of experience in aesthetics, neuromodulators, dermal fillers and other skin rejuvenation treatments.

Allergist/Allergy Clinic

Whether it’s general allergies, asthma, immune deficiencies or chronic urticaria, Allergy Clinic of Tulsa has been helping clients breathe easier for over half a century.

Eastern Oklahoma Ear, Nose & Throat

can get to the bottom of your allergy or sinus issue with skin prick, intradermal and blood tests alongside treatment options including medications and immunotherapy. Allergy, Asthma and Immunology Center presents its patients with spirometry, patch testing, pulmonary function testing and much more.

Oklahoma Institute of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, with locations in Edmond and Norman, wants to help patients get back to living life to the fullest with highly trained, passionate providers. Committed to professional, compassionate, patient-centered care of the highest quality, Oklahoma Allergy & Asthma Clinic is a top pick for OKC voters.

Cancer Center

Named Oklahoma’s top facility for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report in its 2020-21 rankings, OU Health’s Stephenson Cancer Center provides research-driven, patient-centered care to Oklahomans with a variety of cancer types. You’ll find worldclass care at Oklahoma Cancer Specialists and Research Institute, where providers are driven by compassion for patients and their families. Building a treatment tailored to each patient, Oklahoma Proton Center is focused on providing a plan that reduces radiation and helps people get back to life with minimal interruptions.

Chiropractor

Melding traditional chiropractic techniques with cutting-edge technology and physical

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therapy modalities, Dr. Chuck Zoellner of Zoellner Chiropractic is a top choice for Tulsa voters. Comprehensive, compassionate and affordable care is found at 918 Chiropractic, where the team works to enhance each patient’s quality of life, one visit at a time. Huskey Chiropractic can assist patients with whiplash, sports injuries, herniated discs, chronic pain and more.

In OKC, Hill Chiropractic Clinic garners praise for its myriad healthcare offerings and highly trained, professional staff. The Joint Chiropractic offers a new patient special as well as walk-ins, and aims to reduce patient pain and discomfort, decrease inflammation and improve flexibility. All Health Chiropractic presents a holistic approach to chiropractic care, with empathetic providers ready to help.

Cosmetic/Family Dentist

Dr. Matthew Walker and Dr. Brian Gosnell at Utica Dental can expertly handle any dental need, ranging from veneers and cosmetic dentistry to periodontal therapy and Invisalign. Offering dentistry for the whole family, Dental Depot provides restorative, compassionate care at affordable prices; the team aims to help families achieve and maintain the best possible dental health and won in both metros. It’s all in the name for Dr. Mark Davis at Perfect Smile, who is an expert in cosmetic and general dentistry and believes a great smile comes from the inside out. Dr. Dean Todd can assist patients with TMJ dysfunction, plus restorative and general dentistry; you’ll find a bevy of rave reviews online for his expert care.

With a motto that “all patients are always welcome,” Aspen Dental curates a welcoming atmosphere with services including dental implants, aligners, dentures, and competitive financing plans. At Ocean Dental, patient satisfaction is top priority; they provide state-of-the-art clinics, designed for optimum comfort and relaxation, alongside care tailored to each patient’s unique needs. Classen Dental boasts a staff that frequently attends continuing education seminars, ensuring patients are receiving the most up-to-date, quality care. OKC Dental Arts operates with a commitment to high standards, a focus on prevention, attention to safety and creating a superior patient experience.

Cosmetic/Plastic Surgeon

Dr. Bryan Whitlock of Whitlock Cosmetic Center earns major kudos with Tulsa voters

for his expertise in breast, body and facial enhancements as well as a medical spa and 100% financing options. Dr. Stephen M. Paulsen offers his clients a full range of surgical and non-surgical options, ranging from breast augmentation to brow lifts and Botox. Considered one of the premier cosmetic surgeons in the region, Dr. Archibald Miller of Tulsa Plastic Surgery has over 30 years of experience in the industry.

Dr. Tim R. Love of Love Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics excels in everything from aesthetic procedures to minimally invasive options, as well as surgical offerings like liposuction and Mommy makeovers. Dr. Ivan Wayne of W Facial Aesthetics is dedicated to aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the face; he is double board-certified and has over 25 years of experience. Dr. Justin Jones of Jones Plastic Surgery provides personalized and advanced plastic surgery offerings in a private, friendly and comfortable atmosphere.

Dermatologist

Tulsa Dermatology Clinic, Inc. boasts a staff with over 125 years of combined experience, aiming to offer the highest quality care to all who visit. Midtown Dermatology can handle any dermatological need, from general skin care to skin cancer, Botox, CoolSculpting and everything in between. Described as “leaders in all things skin,” Southside Dermatology and Skin Cancer Surgery can treat a variety of issues including moles, acne and skin cancer.

Leading with expertise and compassion, Dr. Julie Bowman Lowe of Lowe Dermatology offers services for the whole family, treating melasma, acne, rosacea and more. Dr. David Keith Duncan with Norman Regional Hospital has been named a Castle Connolly Top Doctor since 2018 and can treat a variety of dermatological issues. OKC voters turn to Dr. Shelbi Hayes of SSM Health St. Anthony for myriad skincare needs.

Family Medicine/Internal Medicine

OSU Family Medicine is dedicated to treating the whole person, providing comprehensive and ongoing medical care to create an

excellent quality of life. Dr. John E. Hubner and Dr. Michael L. Hubner work diligently to anticipate and treat each patient’s unique healthcare needs within a welcoming atmosphere. Physician-owned and managed, Harvard Family Physicians aims to provide high quality medical care to the citizens of Tulsa.

INTEGRIS Health Great Plains Family Medicine Center is comprised of compassionate, expert providers ready to help with any general health need. Northwest Family Medicine earns high praise for its kind, knowledgeable providers and relaxed atmosphere. Dr. Robert Stepp believes “being a doctor isn’t just giving a diagnosis and a treatment – it’s listening to the patient and showing them that you love them.”

Gastroenterologist

The team at Gastroenterology Specialists, Inc. is dedicated to the complete digestive health of you and your loved ones, offering a full range of gastrointestinal procedures. Adult Gastroenterology Associates, a single-specialty gastroenterology and hepatology practice, offers three locations in the Tulsa metro and has been a mainstay since 1987. Dr. Harvey Tatum earns kudos for his excellent bedside manner, compassionate care and expertise in a broad range of gastrointestinal issues.

Dr. Ralph Guild of OU Health boasts hundreds of glowing reviews; he handles everything from colon cancer to reflux disease. Dr. William Tierney of OU Health has pioneered several endoscopic procedures and has special interest in pancreatic cysts, esophageal cancer and colorectal cancer screenings. Dr. Neil Crittenden of

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Digestive Disease Specialists offers advanced training in colonoscopy and endoscopic mucosal resection of colon polyps.

Health Club/Gym

Boasting 70,000 square feet of state-of-theart fitness offerings, Health Zone at Saint Francis’ services range from group fitness glasses to aquatics, small group training and mind-body revitalization. Ascension St. John Siegfried Health Club offers its members a personalized fitness experience, helping them achieve best possible health with experts in physiology, aquatic exercises and diet. YMCA of Greater Tulsa presents members with free group classes and program discounts, and has reinvested nearly $3 million into the community through membership and program fees.

At YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City, there are a thousand ways to get active – from organized sports to swimming, dancing and weight-lifting; YMCA aims to strengthen the community through connection. Four Star Fitness boasts 6 locations, 24/7 access, reasonable rates, clean facilities and a hassle-free environment. Colaw Fitness can help people at any stage of their fitness journey with a positive atmosphere and top-of-the-line equipment.

Health Insurance

No matter the insurance need, BlueCross BlueShield of Oklahoma has you covered; the company offers a variety of plans and also can assist in finding a doctor or pharmacy. CommunityCare has a variety of individual and family plans tailored to your needs, and is owned by two of the region’s premier health systems – Saint Francis and Ascension St. John. Bankers Life wants you to focus on what matters by providing hassle-free, affordable coverage for any healthcare need.

Hearing Aid Provider

A name you trust, Clear-tone provides comprehensive hearing consultations, same-day hearing aid fittings, walk-in appointments and repairs while you wait. Gilbert’s Audiology & Hearing Aid Center is on a mission to help patients get back their hearing, offering an expert team and services including hearing tests and aid fittings. Services at Audiology of Tulsa range from hearing assessments and rehabilitation to education, and the company offers

hearing aids and devices to suit all types of hearing loss needs.

Audio Recovery strives to be a partner in restoring your hearing, with expertise in hearing loss, tinnitus, hearing aid repair and earwax management. Hearts for Hearing creates life-changing opportunities for children and adults with hearing loss, with values including excellence and servitude. Offering free hearing tests, Miracle-Ear provides patients with top-of-the-line hearing aids and other cutting edge technologies.

Home Health Service

Making the choice to hire home healthcare can be daunting, but the team at Oxford Home HealthCare goes above and beyond for clients, setting new standards of excellence. For over 50 years, Interim Healthcare of Tulsa has given clients a vast array of home health services, ranging from personal care to hospice and palliative care. Visiting Angels, a winner in both major metros, is a name families can trust to provide top-notch home care for loved ones.

Interim HealthCare of Oklahoma City understands how important it is to have someone you can depend upon when choosing home health, and aims to give clients the highest level of independence.

Hospital

The mission of Saint Francis Health System is to extend the presence and healing ministry of Christ to all who seek its services; it is Tulsa County’s largest private

employer, with entities including Saint Francis Hospital, Warren Clinic and the Children’s Hospital at Saint Francis. Offering personalized care when and where you need it, Ascension St. John Health System is a spiritually centered, holistic care system with specialty areas including cancer, cardiology, neurology and urgent care. Tulsa ER and Hospital, a specialty hospital utilizing cutting-edge equipment and technology, is open 24/7 and aims to bring quick, compassionate, concierge-level emergency care to the community. OSU Medical Center, one of the nation’s largest osteopathic teaching facilities, provides healthcare of all kinds, from general surgery to internal medicine, OB/GYN services and cardiology.

In OKC, INTEGRIS Health is the state’s largest not-for-profit, Oklahoma-owned healthcare system, earning a bevy of awards for its innovative care alongside a vast network of hospitals, specialty clinics, family practices and centers of excellence. Helping Oklahomans at every stage of life, OU Health has a vast network of comprehensive centers and institutes, is Oklahoma’s only Level I Trauma Center, and is nationally ranked for its Children’s Hospital. Norman Regional Health System, a multi-campus system that cares for the health and well-being of the regional community, offers six accredited Centers for Excellence and an award-winning stroke program. SSM Health St. Anthony serves the needs of central Oklahoma and surrounding communities, with specialties ranging from cardiology and oncology to surgery and behavioral medicine. Mercy Hospital believes your life is their life’s work, with a legacy nearly 200 years old.

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Medicinal Cannabis Clinic/Dispensary/CBD Shop

Daily specials, VIP exclusives, a wide inventory and three Tulsa locations make Seed Cannabis Co. a top contender. From concentrates to edibles, topicals and flower, Okie Brothers Pharm has it all. Whole Leaf specializes in affordable access to premium quality medical marijuana, and offers in-store pick-up and curbside delivery.

In OKC, Therapeutic Health Clinic provides full evaluations for medical marijuana and operates with a mission to put your healing needs first. A leader in the vaping industry, Kure CBD and Vape has a vast selection and knowledgeable employees. OKC voters visit CBD Plus USA for its range of oils, accessories and related products.

Medical Spa

Fig Medical Spa – For Inner Good – provides expertise on the science of anti-aging, alongside face and body rejuvenation; clients will find innovative treatments, modern aesthetics and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Established in 2010, BA Med Spa and Weight Loss Center is a premier medical spa that offers everything from non-surgical aesthetics and body contouring to hormone replacement and wellness services. Utica Square Skin Care can assist with all your medical spa and dermatology needs, with an expert staff and a broad range of offerings. A salon, spa and wellness center, Emerge Tulsa curates a relaxed, luxurious atmosphere with enticing specials and treatments like body sculpting and medical facial peels.

OKC’s premier medical aesthetics practice, Radiance Medical Aesthetics of Oklahoma presents options including skin rejuvenation, injections, fillers, chemical peels and a bevy of other aesthetic services. With over 25 years of experience in the business, Advanced Aesthetics is staffed with highly trained professionals and offers tempting specials on a variety of services. ClareBella Aesthetics begins every con-

sultation by listening to the client and what they desire; the end results are natural yet stunning enhancements, done in-budget and at your pace.

Nursing Home

Saint Simeon’s operates with compassion, offering total nursing care with amenities including beautiful garden courtyards, a common and private dining area, live cooking demonstrations and educational activities. University Village offers it all, from long-term nursing care to 24-hour skilled rehab, IV therapy, medication management and person-centered wellness. Forest Hills Assisted Living is known for providing topnotch skilled nursing and long-term care to northeastern Oklahoma.

Bellevue Health and Rehabilitation Center touts luxury rehabilitation and resort-style living in OKC, because they believe your loved ones deserve the very best. The broad range of services offered at Bradford Village Healthcare Center include diabetes management, cardiac care, respiratory services and IV therapy. Baptist Village of Oklahoma City can help with everything from speech therapy and personalized care plans to medication management.

OB/GYN

With a passion for education and connecting with patients, Dr. Grant Cox of OB/ GYN Specialists of Tulsa offers considerable knowledge and skills in all aspects of his specialty. Dr. J. Martin Beal of Tulsa OB/GYN Associates provides vibrant, life-enhancing OB/GYN services with an emphasis on compassion and comprehensive care. In practice since 1996, Dr. Jay Williamson enjoys the positive nature of his specialty and aims to make every patient feel seen, heard and cared for.

Dr. Kim Fletcher of INTEGRIS Women’s Health strives to create positive, intimate relationships with her patients, and enjoys bringing new life into the world and helping couples with fertility issues. Committed to women and their newborns, Dr. Valerie Engelbrecht of Lakeside Doctors Gynecology & Obstetrics specializes in both normal and high-risk pregnancies. Lakeside Women’s Hospital is focused on the unique needs of each patient, where compassionate care and specialized women’s services are at the core of their mission.

Ophthalmologist

Eye issues can be daunting, but the team at Triad Eye Institute can handle any and all healthcare needs, ranging from cataracts to cornea care, oculoplastics and more. Brimming with expert providers, The Eye Institute works with a mission to enhance vision, and has been providing quality care since 1986. From treating vision disorders to diagnosing ocular diseases, EyeCare Associates of South Tulsa is a regional mainstay for top-notch eye care.

A national leader in vision research, Dean McGee Eye Institute has been trusted by patients and professionals alike since 1975, and handles issues ranging from glaucoma and cataracts to macular degeneration. Oklahoma Eye Surgeons, led by Steven R. Sarkisian, Jr., is dedicated to helping patients enjoy exceptional vision; the team provides state-of-the-art surgery alongside medical eye care, glasses and contact lenses. Precision Vision believes your eyes deserve an expert, and handles cataracts, diabetic eye care, dry eye and more.

Optometrist

A member of the Oklahoma Optometric Association and the American Optometric Association, Dr. Blane Snodgrass of Twenty Twenty Eyecare has been in business serving his clients since 1987. Dr. Lynsey Bigheart and Dr. Shannon Morgans with Twenty Twenty Eyecare are award-winning optometrists who are passionate about quality service and patient education. Dr. Julie Holmes and Dr. Tiffany Harrel of Downtown Tulsa Eyecare are committed to ensuring the comfort and satisfaction of each patient that walks through their doors.

At Hefner Eye Care and Optical Center, services range from color vision testing to pre- and post-operative care, pupil evaluation and foreign object removal. Oklahoma City’s trusted source for curated and custom eyewear, Dick Story Optical is a regional mainstay. Premier Eyecare of Edmond helps with dry eyes, eye exams, red eyes, eye alignment and everything in between.

Oral Surgeon

Combining years of expertise with a vast range of services, Eastern Oklahoma Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery is a trusted source for healthcare in Tulsa, assisting with corrective jaw surgery, wisdom tooth re-

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moval, treatment of facial injuries and more. Providing unsurpassed healthcare and customer service, Greer and Rogers Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery earns kudos for its knowledge in a wide array of oral health issues. Cannon Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery handles it all – from dental implants and bone grafting to wisdom tooth removal and facial trauma repair.

With experienced providers and unparalleled customer service, OKC residents visit Oral and Maxillofacial Associates Oral Surgery Specialists of Oklahoma touts an oral surgery team that specializes in patient care, providing exemplary oral surgery and periodontal services. Oklahoma Dental Implants and Oral Surgery provides its patients with oral surgery and dental implant offerings to restore function and beauty.

Orthodontist

The Brace Place provides early, teen and adult orthodontics, offering braces and Invisalign to improve appearance and boost confidence. Serving Oklahoma since 1935, Vroome Orthodontics provides both general and surgical orthodontic care with excellent customer service. Aiming to get patients beautiful smiles to last a lifestyle, Shannon Orthodontics is a top pick for Tulsans.

The team at OKC’s Orthodontics Associates creates beautiful smiles for kids, teens and adults, using Invisalign treatment and modern braces. Orthodontics Exclusively touts an in-house lab, digital scanner and advanced technology, plus 46 years of experience creating healthy, beautiful smiles. The expert orthodontists and staff at Kierl Orthodontics focus on the latest technologies to ensure your oral health is top-notch.

Orthopedic Surgeon

Dr. Yogesh Mittal, Dr. Greg Holt and Dr. Brian Chalkin of The Orthopaedic Center and CORE Hospital can handle virtually any orthopedic need, from robotically assisted hip and knee joint replacements to joint arthroscopy and traumatic reconstruction. With expertise in joint replacements, issues with the hips and knees, and Mako SmartRobotics, Dr. Scott Dunitz of Tulsa Bone and Joint Associates is a trusted provider of orthopedic care. Dr. Bradford Boone, Dr. Bryan Hawkins and Dr. Randall Hendricks with Advanced Orthopedics of Oklahoma can get you the results you want and the care you deserve – all with

your time, needs and goals in mind.

The providers at OKC’s McBride Orthopedic Hospital are nationally recognized as pioneers in their field, and aim to deliver the highest level of care to patients. Orthopedic Solutions was founded with the mission to provide patients with the most comprehensive surgical and non-surgical care to help relieve pain and return to life. The team at Ortho Central consists of six orthopedic surgeons, two sports medicine physicians, bone health experts, physical therapists and workers’ compensation specialists.

Otolaryngologist (Ear, nose and throat physician)

Eastern Oklahoma Ear, Nose and Throat offers comprehensive ENT care for the entire family and is the largest ENT practice in eastern Oklahoma. Ear, Nose and Throat Specialists of Tulsa can provide reliable, responsible medical and surgical care of ailments and diseases that affect the head and neck. Delivering ENT, audiology/hearing health and allergy care, Ascension St. John ENT and Head and Neck Surgery is a name Tulsans trust.

Utilizing a large network of expert physicians and support staff, INTEGRIS Ear, Nose and Throat is a top choice for OKC residents. Oklahoma Otolaryngology Associates provides more than 35 years of clinical and surgical care in all diseases relating to the ears, nose and throat. From sinus infections to allergies, hearing loss or problems swallowing, Mercy Clinic Ear, Nose, and Throat can handle it all.

Pain Management Clinic

Tulsa Pain Consultants provides services including cervical facet joint injections, radiofrequency ablation and platelet-rich plasma therapy. The experts at SEVA Med Care, a full-service, comprehensive pain management medical practice, can help patients get back to normal life. Pain Management of Tulsa offers compassionate providers ready to help you on your journey to a pain-free life.

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earns high marks for its expert staff and wide array of treatment options. At INTEGRIS Pain Management, patients can expect exceptional care for chronic pain conditions from interventional pain management physicians. Oklahoma Pain Center utilizes cutting-edge medical solutions and traditional methods to manage and improve pain.

Pediatric Dentist

Tulsa Children’s Dentistry combines a warm, welcoming atmosphere with expert care for a stress-free trip to the dentist. Morrow, Lai and Kitterman Pediatric Dentistry offers free dental examinations on all children until they reach their third birthday, and handles regular check-ups, pediatric dentistry and sedation. Aqua Dental offers the latest equipment in a modern medical center to make trips fast, easy and stress-free.

Edmond Pediatric and Teen Dentistry touts services including general and preventative dentistry, dental sealants, low radiation x-rays and general anesthesia. Pediatric Dentistry of Oklahoma operates with the priority of ensuring your child has a pleasant trip, with excellent, efficient care. Smile Galaxy Pediatric Dentistry is designed with kids in mind, providing an engaging environment that “launches smiles that are out of this world.”

Pharmacy

Freeland Brown Pharmacy has it all: compounding, immunizations, home delivery and even medication therapy management. CareFirst Pharmacy is family-owned and has served the Tulsa metro since 2011; stop in for fast and friendly service with a smile. It’s all in the name at Economy Pharmacy, which offers great deals, a wide selection and knowledgeable pharmacy staff. Couch

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Pharmacy has been improving quality of life through industry leading technology since it opened in 1957.

In OKC, Medic Pharmacy can handle compounding, immunizations, deliveries and so much more. Westminster Family Drug is a locally owned business that is dedicated to the wellbeing of the community it serves. Pruett’s Food Pharmacy is a one-stop shop for prescription and grocery pick-up. Flourish Pharmacy is a compounding pharmacy and nutrition center that acts as a gateway to optimized health.

Rehabilitation/Sports Medicine Center

Therapist-owned and operated Excel Therapy provides cutting-edge rehabilitation services to the state of Oklahoma; services range from spinal rehab to trigger point dry needling and certified athletic training. Physical Therapy of Tulsa provides tailor-made therapy programs for its clients, ensuring a partner for future success. Redbud Physical Therapy combines education, compassion and support to provide physical therapy that goes beyond exercise to get to the root of your pain. At PAM Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Tulsa, clients will experience compassionate, expert care throughout the rehabilitation process.

INTEGRIS Jim Thorpe Rehabilitation Center has grown to become one of America’s largest and most respected systems for inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation needs. McBride Orthopedic Hospital offers a bevy of cutting-edge rehabilitation services to get you back to 100%. Ortho Central, with three convenient locations in central Oklahoma, provides skilled physicians who can evaluate and treat a variety of issues. Kinito Physical Therapy,

a fast-growing and positively reviewed physiotherapy practice, helps patients find relief from pain, recover from surgery and improve athletic performance.

Spa

Spa Lux has it all: body treatments, hydromassage therapy, facials, saunas, waxing and more, alongside enticing specials and friendly, highly trained staff. Spa Southern Hills can help you feel at ease with wraps, scrubs, hydrotherapy, facial messages and more, offering high value packages for optimum enjoyment. Described as an upscale day spa and salon, Bella Vita Spa and Salon combines an atmosphere of relaxation with expert services and affordable prices.

OKC residents can pamper themselves at Eden Salon and Spa, with skin care, hair removal and facial services sure to impress. Three Graces Day Spa combines beauty, joy and harmony with the goal to provide quality, personalized service in a timely manner. Relax and refresh at Bella Strada Salon, which includes a full-service luxury spa and a variety of packages to pamper you from head to toe.

Spinal Surgeon/ Neurosurgeon

Tulsa Bone & Joint Spine Center utilizes a comprehensive approach when treating your spine, employing nonsurgical spine specialists, spine surgeons, diagnostics and spine-specialized therapists. Cutting-edge technologies are utilized at Advanced Outpatient Surgery of Oklahoma, which provides top-notch care to patients with a variety of spinal issues. Spine and Orthopedic Specialists works to make pain free living a reality for its patients, presenting both surgical and non-surgical options. Oklahoma Spine & Brain Institute has proudly served Oklahomans for over 50 years, specializing in compassionate, high-quality neurosurgical care.

Melding compassion and excellence, Spine Surgery Associates employs both an orthopedic surgeon and a neurosurgeon to best diagnose and treat a variety of problems.

INTEGRIS Spine and Neurological Surgery employs highly trained, experienced neurosurgeons who understand the complexity of your nervous sys-

tem. Keyhole Brain and Spine has offered neuroendoscopy, keyhole brain surgery, and minimally invasive spine surgery since 2004, continuously utilizing the newest technologies.

Weight Loss or Weight Management Clinic/ Wellness Clinic

To look and feel your best, turn to Fig Medical Spa for its ample wellness offerings and expert staff, replete with aesthetic nurse injectors, medical directors, aestheticians and more. BA Med Spa and Weight Loss Center presents life-changing aesthetics and weight loss programs to its clients, all in a welcoming, judgment-free atmosphere. Aiming to help clients unlock athletic potential, regain lost mobility and eliminate pain, R3Stretch & Functional Therapy is a full-service recovery relaxation, and rejuvenation center. New Leaf Wellness begins its patients down a path to a better life through its ample wellness offerings, from hormone therapy to food sensitivity testing. Empower Spa and Wellness Center offers expert advice in corrective skin care and medical weight loss, helping clients look and feel amazing.

The Broadway Clinic operates with a holistic approach, helping patients regain their health and well-being through physician-supervised programs. Renew Wellness and Aesthetics in OKC provides leading treatments in aesthetics and sexual health for both men and women. A trusted name in weight loss, WW International makes getting healthy fun with a variety of delicious meal plans to fit any craving. Wellness, weight loss, thyroid management, IV and hormone therapy are just a few of the many offerings at Richey Wellness.

Workout Studio

SALT Yoga is designed to meet its clients where they are – whether they’re seasoned fitness pros or novices. Pure Barre Midtown offers an effective, total body workout that’s low-impact and high-intensity. Total Pilates Studio can help to sculpt the body in a bright, airy midtown studio.

OKC’s Soul Yoga offers a welcoming atmosphere and affordable rates to keep your body and mind feeling great. Barre3 combines strength, cardio and mindfulness for an invigorating, full-body workout. CycleBar Classen Curve allows participants to cycle their way to self-discovery with intense yet entertaining workouts.

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Boat/RV/ATV Dealer

Start your adventure at Bob Hurley RV in West Tulsa with water sport and recreational vehicles from brands including Fleetwood RV and Thor Motor Coach. Lazydays RV of Tulsa, with additional locations in Houston, Texas, and Council Bluffs, Iowa, carries thousands of motor homes, travel trailers and recreational vehicles. Found in Catoosa, Eufaula, Afton and Texas, Ugly John’s Custom Boats offers new and used boats, electric cars, recreational vehicles and much more.

Lewis RV Center is home to all things RV, including new and used, plus parts and services, offering vehicles from Coachmen, Forest River, Keystone and more. Blackbeard Marine is an Oklahoma City boat dealer carrying lines including Yamaha,

Tige, Suncatcher and more. Full service marine dealership David’s Sport Center features aquatic brands including Honda Marine and Cobalt Boats.

Car Dealer

For your next Mercedes Benz, Porsche or other luxury ride, head to south Tulsa’s Jackie Cooper Imports, which provides fast, no-hassle service for all auto needs.

Northeast Oklahoma’s Don Carlton Honda carries the latest and greatest in all things Honda, with a service center and vast inventory sure to impress. For eight decades and counting, award-winning Jim Norton Toyota has offered top-notch rides to the Tulsa metro area and beyond. With locations in West Tulsa and Owasso, Jim Glover Auto Family sells new and used cars with

expert customer service and a wide catalog of vehicles. Don Thornton Automotive Group features Audi, Cadillac, Land Rover and other luxury vehicles to suit any need and want.

Wilson Cadillac, located in Stillwater, features new and used vehicles, alongside options to customize your ride; the dealership earns kudos for its customer service and great inventory. For your next used or new vehicle, check out the wide selection of Kia, Volkswagen and more at Bob Moore Auto Group. Jackie Cooper BMW in Edmond serves the Oklahoma City area with BMW sales, parts and specific service needs.

Children’s Clothing Store

GapKids is nestled in Utica Square in midtown Tulsa, providing trendy and highquality threads. A tradition for generations of Tulsa children, Kathleen’s Kids is a trusted source for kid’s clothing. Locally owned Lolly Garden specializes in upscale, unique, boutique children’s clothing and accessories.

Keedo Clothes is all about top-notch threads and customer service, featuring children’s fashions and gifts from specialty brands including Melissa and Doug, Magnetic Me and Jellycat. Once Upon a Child has three locations in the OKC metro and features all things kiddo, including gently used clothing, gear, toys and more. Swaddle is an adventure in clothing, accessories and gifts for babies, girls and boys.

Department Store

Balliets in OKC is your resource for luxury home goods, fragrances, jewelry, designer apparel and footwear. Dillard’s offers the

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classic department store experience with designer clothing, furniture, home goods and more and is a winner in both major metros. White glove service and a luxury goods department store await you at Saks Fifth Avenue in Utica Square. Macy’s is found in Tulsa is at Woodland Hills Mall and OKC at Penn Square Mall, with a bevy of department store goodies and helpful associates.

Eyeglass Store

Visions Unique Eye and Sunwear is Tulsa’s source for luxury eye offerings, including brands like Chanel and Cartier alongside a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Since 1964, Empire Optical has offered the latest in designer glasses and sunglasses. Located in Utica Square, Hicks Brunson Eyewear features a curated collection of eyewear from brands including Tom Davies and Rudy Project.

Found at Penn Square, Dick Story Optical offers fine eyewear including the XIT collection and has served the city since 1977. You don’t have to be a member to save on your eye care needs at Sam’s Club Optical Center, which also offers an inhouse optometrist. Within Sight Vision Center is located in Edmond and is a full service vision care and eyewear resource.

Fine Jewelry Store

Diamond Cellar (formerly Bruce G. Weber) is a trusted jeweler of over 75 years with locations in Tulsa, Tennessee and Ohio; high-end brands run the gamut, from Rolex and David Yurman to Patek Phillipe and Armenta. Since 1944, Moody’s Jewelry has been Tulsa’s source for customized and commissioned pieces alongside exquisite fine jewelry brands. A Broken Arrow

downtown destination, Star Jewelers carries gemstone and diamond jewelry for all occasions with knowledgeable staff to help with any question.

Founded in Indian Territory in 1892, BC Clark Jewelers has three locations serving the Oklahoma City area and provides a vast inventory and enticing deals. Naifeh Fine Jewelry offers a sparkly selection of fine jewelry as well as custom designs, and was founded in 1978 by Valerie Naifeh. Mitchener-Farrand Fine Jewelry is located in Nichol Hills and is an authorized dealer for Noam Carver, A.JAFFE, CrownRing and more.

Gift Store

Duvall Atelier, located right by Cherry Street, curates a showroom of interior design treasures, with brands ranging from Baker McGuire to Chaddock and Noir. Stop at Margo’s Gift Shop in Utica Square for luxurious household and gift collections. Known as a gift resource for all family members and for its eclectic selection of cards, Snow Goose is a Utica Square mainstay. Nestled in the 31st and Sheridan area, m-M31 Trading Post is an indoor mini-mall of various shops; you’ll find a variety of one-of-a-kind goodies.

PLENTY Mercantile offers a plenitude of apparel, handcrafted jewelry and gifts at three Oklahoma City area locations; the shop also presents curated collections for kids, men, women and specific occasions. Since 1991, Painted Door has provided elegant and quirky gifts to Oklahoma City

shoppers. Blue Seven is found in Nichols Hills, offering luxury accessories, décor, apparel, children’s specialty gifts and more.

Grocery Store/Market

Reasor’s is a grocery and gifts chain conveniently located over northeast Oklahoma; shoppers will find great deals and a wide inventory. Hit up Trader Joe’s in both Tulsa and OKC for quirky yet beloved eats, special deals, beer and wine and impressive florals. All things crunchy, organic and delicious are found at Whole Foods Market, a winner in both major metros.

Located in OKC’s The Village and in Edmond, Uptown Grocery Co. is a foodie resource that features bakery goods and cakes as well as catering and delivery.

Men’s Boutique

Family-owned Travers Mahan continues to dress generations of Tulsa males in fine apparel, including a full range of tuxedos and top-notch customer service. Brookside is home to Abersons, a resource for luxury designer clothing, accessories and footwear for both men and women. With more than a quarter century of tailoring expertise, Saxon Judd offers fine men’s clothing and carries Italian luxury menswear line Ermenegildo Zegna.

A premier purveyor of fine menswear, Mr. Ooley’s has served OKC since 1910. S.J. Haggard and Co. is found at Nichol Hills and offers upscale men’s clothing lines like

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Bugatchi, Lacoste and Southern Tide. Founded in 1989, Teena Hicks Co. in downtown OKC carries made-to-measure fine men’s garments.

Men’s Shoe Store

Slip on some designer or casual shoes from lines like Tommy Bahama at Travers Mahan Dillard’s, a winner in both metros, carries a wide selection of men’s footwear including Cole Hahn and Ecco. Don’t miss the shoe department at Saks Fifth Avenue for luxury lines including Prada and Gucci.

Mr. Ooley’s in OKC is your resource for upscale shoe options like Cloud 5. Don’t miss upscale shoe offerings at S.J. Haggard and Co. found on Classen Curve.

Pet/Pet Supply Store

Southern Agriculture is found in three Tulsa metro area locations with pet foods, veterinarian services and a variety of petrelated accessories. With more than a dozen locations statewide, PetSmart is pet-supply central and also offers grooming services. Find everything needed for your reptile, bird, fish or other small animal at Petco

Shopping Mall/Center

Peruse curated designer collections, plus dining and entertainment options, at Center 1 on Brookside. With a rich history of Tulsa’s oil boom days, Utica Square is a chic shopping oasis in midtown. Don’t miss the dining and shopping of The Farm Shop-

ping Center in the 61st and Sheridan area. Nichols Hills Plaza’s shopping options include Warby Parker and Soft Surroundings. Five minutes from downtown OKC, Classen Curve features three shopping centers in one concentrated area. Penn Square Mall features dining, movie theaters and 140 specialty stores for just about any need.

Sporting Goods/ Outdoor Store

Walking into Bass Pro Shops is a sports fanatic’s dream, with offerings ranging from boats to boots and everything in between. Dick’s Sporting Goods boasts four Oklahoma locations in Tulsa and OKC and has any item you’ll need for your next sojourn outdoors. With eight locations statewide, Academy Sports + Outdoors has all your needs covered. Find high quality sportswear at Lululemon Athletica in Tulsa and OKC.

Wine/Liquor Store

Conveniently adjacent to Whole Foods, Old Village Wine and Spirits is located on Brookside and offers a vast inventory of wine, beer and spirits alongside no-hassle customer service. Parkhill’s Warehouse Liquors & Wine has served Tulsa for nearly six decades with a variety of offerings. Parkhill’s South Liquors & Wine provides South Tulsa with a bright, modern emporium of ales, liquor, wines and mixers. Founded in 1959, Ranch Acres Wine & Spirits serves midtown Tulsa with a smile.

Byron’s Liquor Warehouse is 30,000 square feet of beers, wines and liquors

to choose from. Located in Nichol Hills, Beau’s Wine Bin & Spirit Shoppe opened in 1995 and has served OKC ever since. Famed Freeman’s Liquor Mart is known especially for a vast array of beers – from local to global brands.

Women’s Boutique

Abersons on Brookside showcases a curated aesthetic of modern and pristine clothing. A quirky boutique, Dainty Hooligan offers on-trend and one-of-a-kind garments and accessories in south Tulsa. The Haley Boutique is constantly adding new garments, accessories and gifts to its shelves.

Get to Nichol Hills for luxurious women’s wear from designers including Marc Cain at CK & Co. Blue Seven offers an artistic collection of quirky and fun Oklahoma-made goods. Find all things concerning Oklahoma and the Mother Road, visit Route 66 Boutique. Gordon Stuart has brought fine designers such as Rag & Bone to Oklahoma City for over four decades.

Women’s Shoe Store

Saks Fifth Avenue is your designer shoe resource for brands including Gucci and Jimmy Choo. Get your next pair of Robert Clergerie sandals and other luxury lines at Abersons. J.Cole Shoes carries a generous selection of designers, including Ugg, Teva and Free People.

Balliets offers lines such as Valentino and See by Chloe in stylish digs. Founded in 2015 in the Paseo District, Betsy King Shoes curates fine shoes from designers including Jeffery Campbell. Dillard’s delivers designer shoe options including Gianni Bini and Jessica Simpson.

18 Holes

A championship course, Southern Hills Country Club is among the top 100 courses worldwide and has hosted a variety of lauded tournaments since its opening. Cherokee Hills Golf Club at Hard Rock Casino was designed in 1924 by Perry Maxwell and later updated by Tripp Davis; experienced and novice golfers alike can

enjoy the course. The Club at Forest Ridge is an award winning golf course on former cattle lands in Broken Arrow. Battle Creek Golf Club is conveniently located near Bass Pro Shops and offers challenging play for athletes.

For more than a century, Oklahoma City Golf and Country Club has provided golfing opportunities to 1,000+ families. Gaillardia Country Club is a luxurious and elegant opportunity for leisure and a relax-

ing round of golf. Improve your golf game among lake views with a choice of two courses at Lake Hefner Golf Club.

Amusement/Water Park

Found on Riverside Drive in Tulsa, Gathering Place is a world-class park and recreational mecca for all ages. Scissortail Park in OKC draws families from across

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the state to enjoy nature, the occasional farmers market, weekly programming and more. With a Wild West theme and thrilling rides, Frontier City is family fun central.

Art Gallery

M.A. Doran Gallery on Brookside, founded by Mary Ann Doran in 1979, offers exhibitions of both established and up-andcoming artists in the mediums of sculpture, paintings and fine crafts. From private homes to public spaces, Royce Myers Art Ltd. places art around Tulsa with over three decades of experience. Located on 11th Street, Joseph Gierek Fine Art features gorgeous art by creators including Sarah Bienvenu and Sue Clancy.

Exhibits change monthly at JRB Art at the Elms in the Paseo Art District.

ARTSPACE at Untitled is an experiential mix of exhibitions and community interactivity. Artist-owned and run DNA Galleries is in the historic Plaza District.

Bar

in the raw cocktails are sure to intrigue, along with an elegant ambiance and delicious eats. Downtown’s in the raw vu earns major kudos for its craft cocktails in stylish digs. Bar Serra in Utica Square offers a fresh and elevated neighborhood bar and bite experience. A destination bar, Valkyrie provides a comfortable, upbeat atmosphere in the Tulsa Arts District. Reservations are suggested at Hodges Bend to best partake in expertly prepared classic and interpreted cocktails. According to its many fans, your next favorite bottle awaits you at Vintage Wine Bar.

Pub W offers happy hours with in-house, from-scratch featured foods in OKC. Norman’s O’Connell’s Irish Pub and Grille on Campus Corner features brews and pub grub in a relaxed atmosphere. Billed as a dive bar in Inner City Northside, Lost Highway beckons with classic bar vibes.

Casino

Go for the golf, live entertainment, games, dining and fun at Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Tulsa, where you can win big on one of thousands of casino offerings. A highrise hotel and upscale entertainment venue, River Spirit Casino Resort offers ample casino options alongside luxury accommodations and a resort-style pool. Come, play and stay at Osage Casino and Resort

with live entertainment, gaming, dining and luxury hotel amenities.

Gaming, entertainment, resort amenities – Durant’s Choctaw Casino and Resort has it all and more, including over 7,400 slot machines and action-packed tables. FireLake Casino and Entertainment Center in Shawnee offers bowling, arcades, multiple dining options and more. Serving the Norman area for more than a decade, Riverwind Casino dazzles with all-star entertainment, dining and gaming. Grand Casino Hotel and Resort in Shawnee features Vegas-level gaming and a Brazilian steakhouse in a 14 story resort tower.

Cinema/Movie Theater

Regal Warren Theatre is an elevated movie-going experience that includes din-

ing at your seat; the franchise won in both major metros. Enjoy IMAX and first-run movies at Cinemark, also a winner in both cities. Lovingly refurbished, Circle Cinema is an historic art house theater located in the Kendall Whittier District of Tulsa. In OKC, AMC Penn Square 10 shows all the latest films with delicious concessions and comfortable seats.

Concert Venue

BOK Center is home to professional hockey action with the Tulsa Oilers and brings in all-star entertainment including Madonna and the Jonas Brothers. Over the decades, many greats have graced the Cain’s Ballroom stage and continue today. Whether it’s a Tulsa Ballet show or the latest Celebrity Attractions Broadway action,

Red Earth Festival, OKC

Tulsa Performing Arts Center is the key to a memorable night out. From timely plays to musical extravaganzas, Tulsa Theatre offers thrilling entertainment.

Paycom Center in Bricktown brings world-class entertainment to OKC, with big names including Jason Aldean and the Ringling Bros Circus. Music, drinks, food – find it all at The Jones Assembly in the west end of OKC on Historic Film Row. Styled after New Orleans, the University of Central Oklahoma Jazz Lab live events will get your toe tapping and features a variety of talented artists.

Hotel

Make Tulsa your weekend staycation at River Spirit Casino Resort with luxurious suites overlooking the Arkansas River; the resort-style pool, dining options and casino will make you want to extend your stay. Enjoy the weekend away with golf, music and dining at Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Tulsa, or take a trip to the casino for highadrenaline fun. The 11-story Tulsa Club Hotel is located in the Deco District and is a go-to destination for luxury lodging.

The Skirvin Hilton Hotel is located at 1 Park Avenue in downtown OKC, and offers

luxury amenities in an historic 1911 building. A four-star hotel, Renaissance Waterford Nichols Hills offers a boutique hotel luxury experience near downtown OKC. 21c Museum Hotel is 135 rooms that will remind one of a NYC-style loft apartment.

Local Festival

Celebrate the 44th annual Tulsa Oktoberfest from October 19-22 with food, fun and dancing – and don’t forget the beer! Saint Francis Tulsa Tough runs in June for cyclists at every level over three days; it has become a cultural touchstone for Oklahomans around the state. 2023 was the 50th year of beloved arts festival Tulsa Mayfest. Tulsa Greek Festival is sure to excite with food, dancing and tours on Sept. 21-23, presented again by Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church.

Red Earth Festival is nearing its fourth decade in OKC, returning yearly at the National Cowboy Museum and Western Heritage Center. Join 60,000 art lovers at Paseo Arts Festival, held every Memorial Day weekend in the Paseo Arts District. A tradition since 1967, Festival of the Arts showcases performing and visual arts in downtown OKC’s Bicentennial Park.

Local Icon/Landmark

Gathering Place features playgrounds, dining, boat rentals, outdoor events and programming and has become an awardwinning destination for travelers around the globe. Tulsa’s stretch of Route 66 continues to see improvements as more attractive stops for shopping, dining and photo opportunities arise. His massive form towers over Expo Square as a Tulsa icon – he’s the Golden Driller.

Oklahoma City National Memorial and Museum offers insight and a moving experience via touchscreens, galleries, theaters and exhibits. A haven of natural beauty, Scissortail Park features farmers markets, live music events, sports courts and more. With a memorable visual impact, Devon Energy Center soars 50 stories into the Oklahoma sky.

Local Park

Meeting at Gathering Place on Riverside Drive for a bite or workout is always a great choice. River Parks is a Tulsa treasure with 26 miles of tree-lined, picturesque running and biking paths. A bustling green space in the heart of the Tulsa Arts District, Guthrie

Oklahoma City Museum of Art

Green is a live music, entertainment and food truck paradise.

Scissortail Park is 70 acres of parkland ranging from the Oklahoma River all the way to downtown OKC. Highlighted by the Crystal Bridge, Myriad Botanical Gardens is 15 acres of Mother Nature’s bounty in downtown OKC. Hefner Park offers water sports, walking trails and panoramic lake vistas.

Museum

Home to the world’s largest collection of art on the American West, Gilcrease Museum northwest of downtown Tulsa is a bucket list destination and will soon re-open with dazzling renovations. Once a family home mansion, Philbrook Museum is a renowned Tulsa jewel of fine arts and award-winning gardens. A child’s wonderland of discovery, creativity and science awaits at Discovery Lab. Don’t miss the world’s largest exhibit of bull sharks at Oklahoma Aquarium in Jenks, which also offers programming and an array of aquatic fun. Tulsa Air and Space Museum & Planetarium is an afternoon of high-flying exhibits and wonder.

With a theater, restaurant and exciting exhibitions, Oklahoma City Museum of Art is hours of family fun; the museum offers a variety of artworks including an exhibition of work by Dale Chihuly. Bucket list destination National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum is the country’s treasure trove of Western Americana art and legacy. Find Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art in Norman on OU’s campus and explore collections including Native American, Southwest and 20th century American art.

Neighboring State

Razorback action, Eureka Springs attractions, mountains, lakes and so much more await in nearby Arkansas. Our southern neighbor, Texas brims with cowboy mythos and big city lights of Houston, Dallas and the state capital of Austin. Whether cold weather sports or summer camping in mountain meadows, Colorado is an outdoor ethusiast’s dream. Known for its enchanting ways, New Mexico is a desert destination with great art and food to boot.

Night Out With- out the Kids

Wander unique boutiques, sip icy, locally made root beer, and sample fine dining

and so much more on Brookside Downtown Tulsa boasts architectural wonders of oil-money-funded art deco, historic districts, hotspots and more. The long-lived and beloved Admiral Twin Drive-In will transform your date into a retro romance.

Celebrating time together over a luxurious meal at Mahogany Prime Steakhouse is a yes, please. A night at an Oklahoma City Thunder Game will get your heart thundering. Take in the modern elegance at Red PrimeSteak with skylights and 18-foot ceilings.

Oklahoma Weekend Getaway Destination

Rent a lakeside getaway or stay for the day; either way, Beavers Bend State Park and Nature Center in Broken Bow lures generations of Oklahomans. With 46,500 acres of watersports and fishing, Grand Lake O’ The Cherokees in Grove is known as the best bass fishing in the country; the destination is a favorite in Tulsa and OKC alike. Found near Fort Sill, Medicine Park is a vintage resort town that greets those entering the 60,000-acre Wichita Mountain Wildlife Refuge. Turner Falls Park near Davis in the Arbuckle Mountains is a discovery of walking paths and, in the right season, a 77-foot waterfall. Among the largest freshwater lakes in Oklahoma, Broken Bow Lake is about nine miles from the city. For fishing and boating adventure, get to Lake Texoma near Denison.

Joseph Gierek Fine Art, TUL

River Spirit Casino Resort, TUL

Performing Arts Organization

Celebrity Attractions brings Broadway to Tulsa with highlights this season including Disney’s Aladdin, plus Hairspray and Beetlejuice Tulsa Opera offers fresh productions of classic operatic works like Aida and an array of community programming. A professional company lauded internationally, Tulsa Ballet was founded in 1956 by Roman Jasinski, Moscelyne Larkin and Rosalie Talbot. Tulsa Symphony, formed in 2005 by members of the former Tulsa Philharmonic, delivers a soaring season with highlights including a presentation of Berlioz’s Symphonie Fantasique.

A professional dance company and school, Oklahoma City Ballet was founded in 1963 and offers a variety of enticing performances throughout the year. Oklahoma City Philharmonic delights the community with family shows, alongside Pops and Classics performances. OKC Broadway presentations grace the Civic Center Music Hall stage, with upcoming offerings like Wicked and Mamma Mia!

Professional Sports Team

Oklahoma City Thunder takes on other NBA giants in b-ball action. ONEOK Stadium in downtown Tulsa is home to minor league baseball’s Tulsa Drillers. A Triple-A affiliate of the LA Dodgers, Oklahoma City Dodgers play Minor League Baseball home games at Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark.

Pub/Brewery

A grand master of Tulsa brews since 1998, Marshall Brewing Company is the area’s first production craft brewery. Cabin Boys Brewery grew from an idea born in a cabin in the woods to expand to Tulsa and Claremore locations. Bricktown Brewery is a tap house favorite for award-winning brews.

Republic Gastropub creates an atmosphere that blends upscale cool with beer bar chic and boasts 100 different beers on tap. An OKC favorite since 1994, Belle Isle Restaurant and Brewery pours the handcrafted brews. O’Connell’s Irish Pub and Grille in Norman is known for their beers and Wednesday’s ‘build your own burger’ special.

Small Town

Bixby sits pretty on the Arkansas River with plenty of shopping, dining and outdoor recreation options for a jam-packed day of fun. Explore the Rose District in downtown Broken Arrow, and don’t forget a stop in Bass Pro Shops, area eateries and performing arts venues. A growing community, Claremore offers unique shopping, museums

and hotels for a titillating day out. Jenks is a destination in itself with the Oklahoma Aquarium, award-winning schools, dining and entertainment galore.

Home of the OSU Cowboys, Stillwater beckons with its welcoming atmosphere, small-town feel and large-city amenities. Yukon was created in 1891 with around 25 residents; now the bustling city of 24,000 offers a variety of entertainment options as well as dining galore. Guthrie offers a festival for every season – ranging from 89ers Day in April to the Territorial Christmas Celebration in December.

Wedding or Party Venue

Create your dream wedding or event in splendid, lush botanical areas at Tulsa Botanic Garden in the picturesque Osage Hills. Pretty as a picture, Muskogee’s Eight Ten Ranch & Cattle Co. is a farmhouse indoor/outdoor venue space for weddings, family events, high school proms and so much more. A historic West Tulsa treasure, White House Mansion offers 10,000 square feet on 10 acres, with gorgeous views and a helpful staff.

The National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum venue options include outdoor gardens, the Sam Noble Special Events Center, Western States Plaza and the S.B. “Burk” Burnett Board Room. Head northwest from Edmond to Clauren Ridge Vineyard and Winery for indoor and outdoor venue options and beautiful amenities. Coles Garden features 13 acres of grounds and flower gardens as well as elegant indoor venue spaces.

Tulsa Botanic Garden

Choctaw Casino and Resort, Durant

Asian

When it comes to Thai, go authentic and award-winning with the ever-popular Lanna Thai Roka offers up meals you’ll want to repeat, with Oklahoma ingredients created with passionate Thai style. Generations of Tulsans continue to visit Ri Le’s for fresh, flavorful dishes including vegetarian options. With three area locations, KEO Asian Cuisine offers an upscale casual setting for a fresh take on Southeast Asian cuisine.

Among the Western Concepts Family of Restaurants group, Sushi Neko is Oklahoma City’s go-to for all types of sushi and Japanese dishes. Musashi’s Japanese Steakhouse is presented in the tradition of samurai Miyamoto Musashi with meals you won’t soon forget. Situated on North Classen Boulevard, Grand House Asian Bistro features specialties in Chinese, Thai and Vietnamese cuisine.

Bakery/Wedding Cakes

A family-owned Tulsa mainstay, Merritt’s Bakery offers cakes, pastries, cookies and other yummies galore with expert customer service. Ludger’s Bavarian Cakery is a coffeehouse and old world bakery featuring rich and luscious delicacies. Broken Arrow’s Rose District is home to boutique bakery Laurannae Baking Co., your source for

espresso and heavenly pastry goodness.

Amy Cakes is known for edible art in custom designed cakes and desserts you’ll have to see to believe. Founded in 1982, family-owned Raspberries n’ Creme is a resource for baked goods such as brownies and cupcakes. Consider a tasting consultation at Andrea Howard Cakes, which can provide visually stunning and delicious options for any occasion.

Barbecue

Convenient Rib Crib locations throughout northeast Oklahoma make it easy to satisfy the whole family with tasty meats and sides. Albert G’s Barbecue offers locations in midtown and Tulsa Hills for smoked wings, delicious sides and secret recipe favorites. The mouthwatering aroma of charcoal grilled barbecue greets diners at Burn Co. Barbeque. Billy Sims Barbecue is sure to impress with its wide range of goodies and was a winner in both major metros.

Earl’s Rib Palace is known for memorable barbecue and its mouthwatering house sauce. With rustic brick walls and a menu brimming with house-smoked specialties like prime rib, Iron Star Urban Barbecue is a foodie destination.

Breakfast

Brookside by Day is a classic breakfast destination for an enjoyable coffee and eggs repast. Get your fresh baked goodies and daily specials at Queenies in Utica Square. The dishes and house-made pastries are creative and memorable at Bramble Breakfast & Bar. Whether you come for the house cinnamon rolls or other breakfast dishes, Savoy on Sheridan is a Tulsa classic. Tally’s Good Food Café is located on historic Route 66 and south Tulsa with breakfast classics.

A Hal Smith Restaurant, Neighborhood J.A.M. offers creative twists on breakfast classics such as a variety of eggs Benedict concoctions. Syrup is a sumptuous breakfast experience with locations in Norman and OKC. Hatch Early Mood Food is a next level, from-scratch breakfast and brunch adventure with notable house specialties.

Brunch

Stop at the ever-stylish and sleek Restaurant Basque and choose from European specialties as shared small plates for a lively brunch. Polo Grill offers brunch Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays with a weekly special. Perhaps begin with a creative starter like bacon jam at Smoke. Take in the morning from Utica Square at Queenies. Neighborhood J.A.M. offers everything yummy for a morning or afternoon nosh.

The Mule offers award-winning, highly rated brunch experiences in Edmond and OKC. Brunch is Saturday and Sunday, 10:30 to 2 p.m. at Pub W and you won’t want to miss it. Reservations are always a good idea at Flint where you don’t want to miss the crab cake Benedict.

Budget-Friendly

Grab a pre-made sandwich or tasty fresh salad for breakfast or lunch at downtown’s Boston Avenue Grille & Catering. Mother Road Market features local restaurateurs and new concepts gathered in a shared dining space, so everyone in your party can choose their favorites. Tacos Don Francisco offers an online rewards club and easy-to-afford combos.

Modestly appointed and known for reasonable prices, Beverly’s Pancake House offers dine in and take out. Stop in at Smitty’s Garage Burgers & Beer for happy hours and weekend specials. Jeff’s Country

Albert G’s Barbecue, TUL

Café offers breakfast specials that keep the locals coming back.

Burger

Ron’s Hamburgers and Chili is Tulsa-areafamous for memorable chili in a bowl and as a topping for your next burger. You’ll keep coming back for the juicy goodness of Fat Guy’s Burger Bar. Get a double-ground brisket burger done your way at Treys Bar & Grill

Choose your protein and favorite S&B’s Burger Joint configuration. Patty Wagon serves specialty burgers on buttery toasted buns. Bricktown Brewery burgers are made of Creekstone Farms Black Angus Beef and are a must-try.

Chef

Chef William Lyle curates menus for both the casual 31st and more formal penthouse 32nd floors of The Summit Club, providing innovative and delicious cuisine for all.

Justin Thompson of Justin Thompson Restaurants continues to bring elegant and creative dining concepts to Tulsa, including Juniper and the new Freya: Nordic Kitchen. Lowood executive chef Trevor Tack is lauded for keeping it fresh and fun with new menu options sure to delight.

Chef Andrew Black of Grey Sweater recently won Best Chef: Southwest at the 2023 James Beard Awards – a prestigious honor for a notable chef. Ryan Parrott of Humankind Hospitality Services has been cooking with a passion since the age of 15.

Kurt Fleischfresser of Western Concepts Restaurant Group oversees $8 million in revenue annually and offers up dynamic, delicious dishes at his restaurants.

Comfort Food

Ridge Grill comfort food choices include Wo’s lobster macaroni and cheese with bacon and silky smoked cheese sauce. Blue Moon Café features old school favorites including fresh baked breads. Get your comfort on with an old fashioned burger and loaded cheese fries at The Brook Restaurant and Bar. Choose among home style entrees like chicken fried steak at Black Bear Diner. Meatloaf, pot roast, shrimp with grits and a plethora of comfort faves await you at The Press. Poblano Grill welcomes hungry diners with signature combos and delicious Mexican dinners.

Deli/Sandwich Shop

Dilly Diner starts with fresh baked everything, building your perfect sandwich and other entrees from there. Even the pickles are house made at Trencher Delicatessen found on Harvard, which touts a new bar. Classic water-boiled bagels and your favorite toppings are found at New York Bagel Café.

Edmond’s Café 501 offers soups, salads, creative handheld options and more. With convenient locations in the metro, Jersey Mike’s serves up your favorite fresh sandwich with panache. Neptune Submarine Sandwiches features a drive-through option for lunch, plus sides and drinks.

Dessert

Make dessert a chef-created-event at The Summit Club with succulent treats sure to entice. Get your favorite pastry or choose a daily special at Queenies in Utica Square. It’s a wonderland of cakes, cookies and confections at Merritt’s Bakery.

OKC Sweets features cakes, cookies, cupcakes, macaroons and more, as well as baking classes. Please your favorite pie lover and head to Pie Junkie in the Plaza District. You can’t miss La Baguette Bistro with its 30-foot Eiffel Tower and wafting scents of fresh baked goodness.

Diner

Award-winning Metro Diner at Tulsa Hills rewards diners with home-style comfort

food with creative flourish. Longtime Tulsa favorite Tally’s Good Food Café features booths, old-fashioned counter service and in-house specials. Freeway Café has three Tulsa area locations with classic diner food and savory stir fry specials.

It’s always Sunday morning at Sunnyside Diner, so enjoy choosing from waffles, eggs every way and other yummy creations. Beverly’s Pancake House is OKC’s 24-hoursa-day option for breakfast, lunch or dinner. For that old-time classic diner experience, head to Jeff’s Country Café on North Classen Boulevard.

Fast Food

Sonic Drive-In beverage options are endless along with burgers, chicken, fries, mozzarella sticks and more at locations statewide. Chick-fil-A drive-through is a ballet of efficiency as speedy workers collaborate to get you your chicken-centric deliciousness. Braum’s fast food choices include the ‘bag of burgers,’ and you won’t want to forget the seasonally changing ice-cream sundae specials.

Fine Dining

Treat yourself and dear ones to an unforgettable evening of fine dining and panoramic views at The Summit Club. For wine and steak pairing expertise and attentive service, visit Mahogany Prime Steakhouse, a winner in both major metros. Polo Grill’s wine cellar is award-winning, making the Utica Square favorite a dining destination for special occasions. Discerning downtown Tulsa diners return again and again for creative, elegant fine dining at Juniper Chef-owned and operated, French Hen is not to be missed for fine French cuisine.

Grey Sweater engages all of the senses to create delicious culinary experiences. Mickey Mantle’s Steakhouse is a destination evening with a chef-driven menu in an upscale casual setting.

Hidden Gem

A from-scratch kitchen, Amelia’s Wood Fired Cuisine beckons in the Tulsa Arts District, touting delicious meals, relaxing ambiance and an open kitchen to watch the chefs at work. Lowood in downtown Tulsa’s East Village puts an emphasis on freshly made and locally grown culinary artistry. Find the secret door and you enter the elusive, exclusive Bull in the Alley in Tulsa’s Deco District. Founded in 2005, Living

Chef Andrew Black, OKC

Kitchen Farm and Dairy is an experience in multi-course tasting menus of agricultural cuisine. FarmBar gathers the finest of local ingredients to create a seasonal, a la carte menu and multi-course tasting menus. Reservations are a good idea to best enjoy the French cuisine and elegant tradition of Boston Title & Abstract.

Going seven decades strong and lauded on foodie media, Florence’s Restaurant features barbecue and homemade, country soul food. The Italian family heritage recipes and traditions makes for an authentic experience at Vito’s Ristorante. Celebrate Southwestern country food at The Press and follow social media for celebrations such as July 14th’s National Mac and Cheese Day.

Ice Cream Shop

Happily found statewide, Braum’s features an array of mainstays and changing specialty flavors for a succulent treat any day of the week. Get to downtown Tulsa and discover limited run varieties at Rose Rock Microcreamery and traditional favorites like the Rose Rock, comprised of strawberry, pecans and chocolate. Yum! Generations continue the tradition of sampling and picking a flavor at BaskinRobbins found statewide. Located in Tulsa area locations, STG Gelateria presents fresh batches of authentic Italian gelato daily.

Italian

Villa Ravenna Fine Dining dazzles with seafood, game meat creations, handmade pastas and daily specials. Biga, located on Brookside, is helmed by chef Tuck Curren and features authentic Italian dishes and

an extensive wine selection. Owned by the Aloisio family, Mondo’s Ristorante Italian is a welcoming dining experience on Brookside. Enjoy the old world charm of Mehdi Khezri’s Ti Amo Ristorante Italiano with locations in downtown Tulsa and at 61st and Sheridan. Every meal is memorable at Dalesandro’s – try the lasagna made with fresh goat’s milk ricotta or the swordfish piccata. Prossimo Ristorante on Cherry Street presents delectable pastas and other Italian-inspired dishes. Tucci’s continues more than a quarter century of serving up Italian favorites from the heart of Cherry Street.

With an intimate setting, Stella Modern Italian Cuisine provides luscious, memorable Italian food located in Oklahoma City. Take in the view of Waterford Pond while dining on modern favorites and authentic Italian classics at Bellini’s Ristorante and Grill. Vito’s Ristorante serves up memorable house specialties like Chicken Spedini – grilled boneless chicken coated in housemade seasoned bread crumbs and adorned in amogio.

Local Coffee Shop

A boutique bakery and pastry bar, Laurannae Baking Co. serves espresso and other goodies in Broken Arrow’s Rose District. A Tulsa-headquartered purveyor of fine coffee, Topeca Coffee is a community hub with three locations. DoubleShot Coffee Co., a small crafter roaster, is a favorite in the downtown Tulsa community.

Whether from a Guthrie café or sold worldwide, Hoboken Coffee Roasters delivers memorable joe. Coffee and snow cones and a giant beanstalk – oh my – it’s Norman’s Beanstalk Coffee and Sno. Hi Tea x Coffee Tree is a fun, funky stop for bubble tea and coffee beverages.

Margarita

Mi Cocina features an eponymous margarita consisting of Sauza Silver Tequila and lime juice along with a frozen skinny version with Dulce Vida Organic Tequila Blanco and agave. Ridge Cantina rocks several versions of margaritas including the Hibiscus with house tequila, lime juice, orange liqueur and homemade hibiscus simple syrup. The top shelf margarita at Café Olé includes a shot of Grand Marnier.

Original and flavored margaritas come by the pitcher at OKC’s Poblano Grill. Iguana Mexican Grill offers a large array of margarita versions including a Spicy Mango. Choose among icy and creative

margarita concoctions at Alfredo’s Mexican Café, with locations in Edmond, Moore and Yukon.

Mexican

Mi Cocina on Cherry Street offers a super fresh, upscale Mexican cuisine dining experience. Try the Mexican street corn –on or off the cob – with chili aioli, quesa fresca and lime juice at Ridge Cantina Award winning El Rancho Grande on Tulsa’s stretch of Route 66 has been serving Tulsans since 1953. Cancun International Restaurant has built a loyal following with their authentic specialties. Known for their chili rellenos and other southwestern favorites, Ricardo’s has served Tulsa since 1975. El Maguey in Sand Springs is known for fresh, authentic Mexican dishes and seafood entrees.

Find Iguana Mexican Grill in historic Automobile Alley and take in the brick walls and old school cool. Poblano Grill boasts everything fresh including signature dishes like the carne asada tacos. Mama Roja Mexican Kitchen sits pretty overlooking Lake Hefner and serves up house favorites like hand-rolled chimichangas.

Outside Dining

Don’t miss in the raw vu and its expansive views of downtown Tulsa from the 6th floor of the Vast building – it’s sure to impress. Take in the midtown elan of Polo Grill and sip a cocktail outdoors. Check out the steak, seafood and pizza options at Ridge Grill, with outdoor seating and frequent live music. You’ll enjoy the views of the Arkansas River at Waterfront Grill in Jenks.

Stella Modern Italian Cuisine offers private dining rooms and patio seating. Enjoy the view of Waterford Pond by dining outdoors at Bellini’s Ristorante and Grill Pearl’s Oyster Bar offers a beautiful view of the Nichols Hills on Western Avenue.

Amelia’s Wood Fired Cuisine, TUL

Summit Club, TUL

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Pizza

First begun on Tulsa’s Cherry Street, Andolini’s Pizzeria has grown to five locations and serves some of the largest and tastiest pizza pies in the state. Just about every Oklahoman has a favorite specialty at Hideaway Pizza Mazzio’s, founded in 1969 in Tulsa, now has locations across multiple states and wows with its pizza pies, appetizers and more.

Place to Take Outof-Town Guests

The Summit Club is a swoon-worthy destination with gorgeous views and curated chef creations in downtown Tulsa. You’ll find Amelia’s Wood Fired Cuisine near the Woody Guthrie Center downtown; the cuisine, atmosphere and drinks are sure to impress. Lowood is a wine bar and eatery focused on fresh, local ingredients and memorable meals from an amalgam of traditions and cultures. Oren is found at Brookside’s Center 1 and offers locally sourced French and European-inspired dishes. Evocative as a fine cigar, Smoke on Cherry Street is a memorable night out with chef specials and signature cocktails.

Better get a reservation to try the tiered tasting menu and other upscale dishes at Oklahoma City’s Grey Sweater. Travel up, up, up the elevator and into the Vast restaurant for panoramic views and tasty chef-curated cuisine. The Jones Assembly in the west end of downtown on historic Film Row is a music and regional cuisine destination.

Restaurant Group

Headquartered in Tulsa, Justin Thompson

Restaurants graces diners with award winning culinary concepts that have become Tulsa mainstays. Hal Smith Restaurants was established in 1986 and currently operates eateries in at least 80 locations across seven states. A Good Egg Dining Group restaurants include Iron Star, Tuckers Onion Burgers, The Drake and Mexican Radio. McNellie’s Group has continued to bring new concepts to Oklahomans including Dilly Diner, The Tavern and Fassler Hall.

Seafood

Bodean is both a seafood market and fine dining destination and has served up the freshest treats from the ocean since 1968.

Located in Broken Arrow, Bonefish Grill serves market-fresh seafood, fish and woodgrilled specialties. Peacemaker Lobster and Crab Co. in downtown Tulsa is a funky and fresh take on the traditional seafood joint.

Using the freshest of seafood and influenced by Asian, Creole, Mediterranean and Southwest U.S. cuisines, Pearl’s Oyster Bar is an Oklahoma City favorite. With backwoods fishing cabin décor, Trapper’s Fishcamp and Grill serves up seafood, plus alligator and other beloved American dishes. Found in the heart of downtown OKC, The Manhattan is an American bar and restaurant offering favorites including lobster risotto.

Steakhouse

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar in Utica Square is a steak mecca and features a selection of at least 100 wines. Make an evening of it at Mahogany Prime Steakhouse, a winner in both major metros. Discover the finest USDA Prime steaks available, served on hot plates at Ruth’s Chris Steak House at River Spirit Casino Resort. Hip and upscale, Prhyme Downtown Steakhouse is a modern take on the classic steakhouse experience. Be sure to get your reservations in at Bull in the Alley for a refined meal with subdued lighting and impeccable service.

With a fabled 1945 beginning, Cattlemen’s Steakhouse answers today’s quest for the perfectly aged steak. Try the 40 day dry aged rib eye at Red PrimeSteak A destination restaurant since 1973, Junior’s is rich in elegance and ambiance. Mickey Mantle’s Steakhouse is a 10,000 square foot landmark founded in 2000 on historic Mickey Mantle Drive. Edmond’s Boulevard Steakhouse has been a prime dining experience since 1998.

Stylish New Restaurant

Everything at The Hemingway on Cherry Street is an experience to remember, especially the steak, wine and whiskey. A Justin Thompson restaurant, Freya: Nordic Kitchen features a unique experience in Scandinavian cuisine. Experience Italian dishes from James Beard nominated Chef Lisa Beckland and Linda Ford at il seme.

With locations in Norman and the Paseo Arts District, Scratch Kitchen and Cocktails features perfected, curated and passionately presented culinary creations and creative cocktails. Family friendly, The Joinery is a restaurant in the historic Oklahoma Furniture Manufacturing Company facility in Bricktown. Found in Oklahoma City’s Plaza District, Ma Der Lao Kitchen features Lao cuisine from chef Jeff Chanchaleune. 405 Burger Bar is a hoppin’ sports theatre on Norman’s Main Street with a mission to serve up the state’s best burger.

Sushi

Come to in the raw on Brookside and in south Tulsa for the view and the sushi –including traditional and nouveau sashimi and nigiri choi. Pop up to the sixth floor of the Vast building downtown to dine at in the raw vu which also presents great cocktails and a fun ambiance. Get Edo-mai style sushi at the oldest Japanese bar in Tulsa – Fuji Sushi Bar at 71st and Memorial. Choose from three Yokozuna locations for signature dishes like the Hot Mess roll.

Award-winning Sushi Neko is an Oklahoma City favorite for Japanese cuisine and expertly prepared sushi. Mushashi’s Japanese Steakhouse has collected foodie accolades for offering authentic Japanese specialties and fine cuts of steak and seafood. With five locations and an extensive menu, Volcano Sushi Bar and Hibachi features various ways to get your sushi fix.

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2. Brian Freese – Freese Architecture TUL

3. John Duvall – Duvall Atelier TUL

1. Bruce Bockus – Bockus Payne Architecture OKC

2. Hans E. Butzer – Butzer Architects OKC and Urbanism

3. Fitzsimmons Architects OKC Architect, Commercial Firm

1. KKT Architects, Inc. TUL

2. JCJ Architecture TUL

3. TriArch/Inventure Design TUL

1. Rand Elliott – Rand Elliott Architects OKC

2. Butzer Architects and Urbanism OKC

3. Prime Architects OKC Bathroom Fixtures

1. Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery TUL

2. Tulsa Winnelson TUL

3. Heatwave Supply and Showroom/ TUL Pierponts Bath & Kitchen

1. Expressions Home Gallery OKC

2. Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery OKC

3. Architectural Hardware Designs OKC Cabinetry

1. Sullivan’s Custom Cabinetry TUL

2. Jay Rambo Co. TUL

3. Mill Creek Lumber TUL

1. Suburban Cabinet Shop OKC

2. Classic Kitchens OKC Designer Home Furnishings

1. Duvall Atelier/Richard Neel Interiors TUL

2. SR Hughes TUL

3. Matters of Design TUL

1. Scissortail Marketplace OKC

2. ME Home OKC

3. Mister Robert Fine Furniture and Design OKC

Electrical Service

1. Harp Services TUL

2. Gilley Electric/Firefly Electricians TUL

3. Aspen Electrical Services/Houchin TUL Electric Co.

1. Delco Electric, Inc. OKC

2. Ritchie Electric OKC

3. Osborne Electric OKC

Flooring Company, Carpet

1. Johnson Floor and Home Carpet One TUL

2. Grigsby’s

Flooring Company, Hardwood

1. Renaissance Hardwood Floors TUL

2. Johnson Floor and Home Carpet One/ TUL Grigsby’s Carpet Tile & Hardwood

3. Superior Wood Floors and Tile TUL

1. Bryan’s Flooring OKC

2. Don’s Floor Gallery OKC

3. Floor & Decor OKC

Flooring Company, Tile and Stone

1. Johnson Floor and Home Carpet One TUL

2. TileStone Distributors TUL

3. C & C Tile and Carpet Co./Midwest TUL Marble Co.

1. Midwest Tile, Marble and Granite, Inc. OKC

2. Classic Tile Stone and Marble OKC

3. Miller’s Floor Store OKC

Furniture Store

1. TA Lorton TUL

2. Luxe Furniture and Design TUL

3. Bassett/Fifteenth and Home TUL

1. Mathis Home OKC

2. Galleria Furniture & More OKC

3. West Elm OKC

Heating and Air

1. Airco Service STATE

2. Air Comfort Solutions STATE

3. Air Assurance/Air Solutions STATE

Home Builder

1. Brian D. Wiggs Homes TUL

2. Southern Homes, LLC TUL

3. Executive Homes TUL

1. Kent Hoffman Construction OKC

2. John Gilbert – Euthenic Designs OKC

Home Improvement/ Appliance Store

1. The Home Depot STATE

2. Lowe’s STATE

3. Metro Appliances & More/ STATE Hahn Appliance Warehouse

Home Security

1. Alert 360 TUL

2. Advance Alarms TUL

3. Guardian Protection TUL

1. Alert 360 OKC

2. Cox Communications OKC

3. ADT Security Services OKC

In-Home Video/Audio

1. Video Revolution, Inc. TUL

2. Best Buy TUL

3. Phōs TUL

1. Selectsystems by Contemporary Sounds OKC

2. Vox Audio Visual OKC

Interior Designer

1. Jimmy Steinmeyer – Easton-Steinmeyer TUL & Associates/Duvall Atelier

2. Richard Neel Interiors TUL

3. SR Hughes/Jill Croka Designs TUL

1. Jennifer Welch Designs OKC

2. Carson Sees – Sees Design OKC

Kitchen Designer

1. Kitchen Ideas TUL

2. Jay Rambo Co./Kitchens by Powers TUL Design & Build

3. Imperial Kitchens and Baths TUL

1. Edmond Kitchen, Bath, Home, LLC OKC

2. Classic Kitchens OKC

3. Urban Kitchens OKC

Landscape Designer

1. Oklahoma Landscape TUL

2. Elm Creek Landscape and Design TUL

3. Kingdom Landscape TUL

1. Caviness Landscape Design OKC

2. TLC Garden Centers OKC

3. Total Environment OKC

Lawn, Garden and Indoor Plant Store/Plant Nursery

1. Southwood Landscape and Garden Center TUL

2. Sanders Nursery & Distribution TUL

3. Hardscape Materials/ TUL Cohlmia’s the Plant Place

1. TLC Garden Centers OKC

2. Calvert’s Plant Interiors OKC

3. Lowe’s/The Home Depot OKC

Lighting Store/Indoor and Outdoor Lighting

1. Garbe’s Lighting TUL

2. Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery TUL

3. Oklahoma Lighting Distributors TUL

1. Hunzicker Lighting Gallery OKC

2. Lowe’s OKC

3. Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery OKC

New Development

1. The Bob Dylan Center TUL

2. OKPOP Museum TUL

3. The Church Studio/Fab Lab Tulsa TUL

1. Ski OKC at RIVERSPORT OKC

2. The Half OKC

3. WOKA Whitewater Park OKC Paint Store

1. Sherwin-Williams STATE

2. Spectrum Paint STATE

3. Elder Paint and Wallpaper TUL

Plumbing Service

1. Mullin Plumbing, Inc. TUL

2. Allied Plumbing Supply TUL

3. Roto-Rooter/Williams Plumbing & Drain TUL

1. Lonnie’s Plumbing OKC

2. Airco Service OKC

3. Coy’s Plumbing OKC

Pool Designer

1. Dolphin Pools and Spas TUL

2. Baker Pools TUL

3. JP Construction/Fiesta Pools and Spas TUL

1. Caviness Landscape Design OKC

2. Blue Haven Pools and Spas OKC

3. Grotto Pool Designs OKC

Real Estate Company

1. Chinowth & Cohen Realtors/McGraw TUL Realtors/Walter and Associates

2. Keller Williams Realty/Coldwell Banker TUL

3. REMAX/Century 21/Engel & Völkers TUL

1. Chinowth & Cohen Realtors OKC

2. Keller Williams Realty/eXp Realty OKC OKC

3. First Source Real Estate, Inc./Century 21 OKC

Remodeler

1. Kitchens by Powers Design & Build TUL

2. Trebilcock Construction TUL

3. Simmons Homes TUL

1. TRM Construction OKC

2. Remodeling Concepts OKC

3. Paul Little Construction OKC

Roofer

1. RainTech Roofing/A-Best Roofing TUL

2. Elliott Roofing TUL

3. T-Town Roofing/Conrad’s Roofing TUL

1. Elliott Roofing OKC

2. Champion Roofing OKC

3. Basey’s Roofing OKC

Services

Accounting Firm

1. HoganTaylor STATE

2. Eide Bailly STATE

3. Jay and Associates STATE

Airline

1. American Airlines STATE

2. United Airlines STATE

3. Delta Air Lines STATE

Assisted Living Center

1. Covenant Living at Inverness/Montereau TUL

2. Senior Star TUL

3. Town Village/Zarrow Pointe TUL

1. Bellevue Health and Rehabilitation Center OKC

2. Village on the Park OKC

Attorney

1. Anthony Gorospe – Gorospe Law Group TUL

2. Kimberly K. Hays – Kimberly K. Hays, PLLC TUL

3. Donald Smolen – Smolen Law/ TUL Kelly A. Smakal – Smakal Munn PC

1. Mark E. Hammons, Sr. – Hammons, Hurst & OKC Associates/Randall K. Calvert – Calvert Law Firm

2. Joe S. Carson – Warhawk Legal/ OKC Jim Buxton – Buxton Law Group

3. David A. Walls PLLC/Jaye Mendros OKC – Mendros Law Office, PLLC

Auto/Tire Shop

1. Robertson Tire STATE

2. Discount Tire STATE

3. Hibdon Tires Plus STATE

Bank

1. Bank of Oklahoma TUL

2. Arvest Bank TUL

3. Regent Bank/Commerce Bank/Mabrey Bank TUL

1. MidFirst Bank OKC

2. First Fidelity Bank/Bank of Oklahoma OKC

3. First National Bank of Oklahoma OKC

Caterer

1. Justin Thompson Catering TUL

2. Andolini’s Catering TUL

3. ExpoSERVE TUL

1. Abbey Road Catering OKC

2. Ned’s Catering/Harris Custom Catering OKC

3. C2 Catering OKC

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Nabholz Construction OKC

3. GE Johnson Construction Company OKC Credit Union

1. Tinker Federal Credit Union TUL

2. WeStreet Credit Union/TTCU Federal TUL Credit Union

3. Communication Federal Credit Union/ TUL Oklahoma Central Credit Union/ Red Crown Credit Union

1. Tinker Federal Credit Union OKC

2. Communication Federal Credit Union OKC

3. WEOKIE Federal Credit Union OKC Dry Cleaners/Laundry

1. Phoenix Cleaners TUL

2. Yale Cleaners/Fox Cleaners TUL

3. LaMode Cleaners TUL

1. Nichols Hills Cleaners OKC 2.

Florist

1. Toni’s Flowers and Gifts

2. Mary Murray’s Flowers

3. Ted and Debbie’s Flower Garden TUL

1. Tony Foss Flowers OKC

2. Trochta’s Flowers and Garden Center OKC

3. Broadway Florist OKC

Funeral Service

1. Moore Funeral Homes & Crematory/ TUL Stanleys Funeral and Cremation Service

2. Floral Haven TUL

3. Ninde Funeral & Cremation TUL

1. Mercer Adams Funeral OKC

2. Hahn-Cook Street & Draper Funeral OKC Directors Rose Hill Burial Park

3. Smith & Kernke Funeral Home and Crematory OKC

Hair Salon

1. Jara Herron Salon TUL

2. Cypress Avenue Salon TUL

3. Michael Brothers Hair TUL

1. Velvet Monkey OKC

2. Willow and Co. OKC

3. Eden Salon & Spa OKC

Higher Education

1. University of Oklahoma/ STATE Oklahoma State University

2. University of Tulsa STATE

3. Tulsa Community College STATE

Home/Auto/Life Insurance

1. American Fidelity Assurance Co. STATE

2. State Farm STATE

3. Allstate/Bankers Life STATE

Investment Firm

1. Fidelity Investments STATE

2. Merrill/Morgan Stanley STATE

3. Prime Wealth Management Ameriprise/ STATE Charles Schwab

Law Firm

1. Barrow and Grimm/Latham | Steele | Lehman TUL

2. Stange Law Firm/Smith Barkett Law Group TUL

3. Jones Gotcher Attorneys & Counselors/ TUL Norman Wohlgemuth Attorneys at Law

1. The Handley Law Center OKC

2. White and Weddle, P.C./Stange Law Firm OKC

3. Doerner, Saunders, Daniel & Anderson/ OKC Chubbuck Duncan & Robey

Manufacturing/Industrial/ Distribution Company

1. AAON/Ditch Witch TUL

2. Webco Industries TUL

3. Zeeco/Fabricut TUL

1. Kimray, Inc. OKC

2. Delco Electric OKC

3. Airgas/Locke Supply Co. OKC

Moving Service

1. Two Men and a Truck TUL

2. Murphy Jones Moving TUL

3. Armstrong Relocation TUL

1. Two Men and a Truck OKC

2. Ace Moving and Storage LLC OKC

3. 2 Fellas Moving Company OKC

EMPLOYMENT LAW is our practice

We devote the vast majority of our practice to helping employees fight unfair practices by employers such as discrimination based upon race, sex, religion and national origin, sexual harassment, overtime and unpaid wage disputes and violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

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All of our attorneys are members of Oklahoma Employment Lawyers Association (OELA) OELA is a non-profit organization that has the purpose of furthering the education of those attorneys who practice employment law, specifically Plaintiff’s cases. For more information on OELA, please see their website at www.oela.org.

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Place to Call When You Smash

Your Car

1. Hourglass Collision Repair TUL

2. Gerber Collision and Glass TUL

3. Karoll Martin Paint and Body TUL

1. Oklahoma Body Works OKC

2. Bob Moore Collision Center OKC

3. One Stop Automotive OKC Place to Detail Your Car

1. Hourglass Auto Spa TUL

2. Fine Airport Parking TUL

3. White Glove Auto TUL

1. Red Carpet Car Wash OKC

2. Masters Car Wash OKC

3. Okie Express Auto Wash OKC

Realtor

1. Peter Walter – Walter and Associates TUL

2. Heidi McMurray – Keller Williams TUL Realty Preferred

3. Blake Loveless – Walter and Associates/ TUL Marlene Boyd – Walter and Associates

1. Joy Baresel – Engel & Völkers OKC

2. Paula Harell Beauchamp – Keller OKC Williams Realty

3. Cathy Craig – eXp Realty OKC OKC

Retirement Community

1. Covenant Living at Inverness TUL

2. Cedarhurst Senior Living/Montereau TUL

3. Senior Star TUL

1. The Mansions at Waterford Assisted Living OKC

2. Epworth Villa OKC

3. Spanish Cove Retirement Village OKC Staffing Agency

1. Express Employment Professionals STATE

2. Key Personnel STATE

3. Robert Half STATE Transportation Company

1. Melton Truck Lines STATE

2. TBS Factoring Service STATE

3. Private Jets, Inc. STATE Tribal Enterprise

1. Cherokee Nation – Catoosa TUL

2. Muscogee Nation – Okmulgee TUL

3. Osage Nation – Pawhuska TUL

1. Chickasaw Nation – Ada and Norman/ OKC Citizen Potawatomi Nation – Shawnee

2. Choctaw Nation – Durant OKC

3. Seminole Nation of Oklahoma – OKC Wewoka and Seminole

Veterinarian/Animal Hospital

1. Woodland West Animal Hospital TUL

2. VCA Woodland Central Animal Hospital TUL

3. Riverbrook Animal Hospital/Care TUL Animal Hospital

1. Nichols Hills Pet Clinic OKC

2. Quail Creek Veterinary OKC

3. Warwick Animal Hospital OKC Wireless Service

1. AT&T STATE

2. Verizon STATE

3. T-Mobile STATE

Health and Wellness

Aesthetician

1. Gabriel Horn – Uplifting Skincare TUL

2. Cassie Zanovich – Midtown Dermatology TUL

3. Lauren Rovang – Blank Med Spa TUL

1. Vanessa Smith – Radiance Medical OKC Aesthetics of Oklahoma

2. Hannah Herron – ClareBella Aesthetics OKC

3. Courtney Ingram – Richey Wellness OKC and Aesthetics

Allergist/Allergy Clinic

1. Allergy Clinic of Tulsa TUL

3. Eastern Oklahoma Ear, Nose & Throat TUL

3. Allergy, Asthma and Immunology Center TUL

1. Oklahoma Institute of Allergy, Asthma OKC and Immunology

2. Oklahoma Allergy & Asthma Clinic OKC

Cancer Center

1. Stephenson Cancer Center STATE

2. Oklahoma Cancer Specialists STATE and Research Institute

3. Oklahoma Proton Center STATE

Chiropractor

1. Dr. Chuck Zoellner – Zoellner Chiropractic TUL

2. 918 Chiropractic TUL

3. Huskey Chiropractic TUL

1. Hill Chiropractic Clinic OKC

2. The Joint Chiropractic OKC

3. All Health Chiropractic OKC

Cosmetic/Family Dentist

1. Dr. Matthew Walker and TUL Dr. Brian Gosnell – Utica Dental

2. Dental Depot TUL

3. Dr. Mark Davis – Perfect Smile/ TUL Dr. Dean Todd

1. Dental Depot/Aspen Dental OKC

2. Ocean Dental OKC

3. Classen Dental/OKC Dental Arts OKC

Cosmetic/Plastic Surgeon

1. Dr. Bryan Whitlock – Whitlock Cosmetic Center TUL

2. Dr. Stephen M. Paulsen TUL

3. Dr. Archibald Miller – Tulsa Plastic Surgery TUL

1. Dr. Tim R. Love – Love Plastic Surgery OKC & Aesthetics

2. Dr. Ivan Wayne – W Facial Aesthetics OKC

3. Dr. Justin Jones – Jones Plastic Surgery OKC

Dermatologist

1. Tulsa Dermatology Clinic, Inc. TUL

2. Midtown Dermatology TUL

3. Southside Dermatology and TUL

Skin Cancer Surgery

1. Dr. Julie Bowman Lowe – Lowe Dermatology OKC

2. Dr. David Keith Duncan – OKC Norman Regional Hospital

3. Dr. Shelbi Hayes – SSM Health St. Anthony OKC

Family Medicine/Internal Medicine

1. OSU Family Medicine TUL

2. Dr. John E. Hubner and Dr. Michael L. Hubner TUL

3. Harvard Family Physicians TUL

1. INTEGRIS Health Great Plains Family OKC Medicine Center

2. Northwest Family Medicine OKC

3. Dr. Robert Stepp OKC

Angels OKC Hospital

1. Saint Francis Health System TUL

2. Ascension St. John Health System TUL

3. Tulsa ER and Hospital/OSU Medical Center TUL

1. INTEGRIS Health/OU Health OKC

2. Norman Regional Health System OKC

3. SSM Health St. Anthony/ OKC Mercy Hospital

Medicinal Cannabis Clinic/ Dispensary/CBD Shop

1. Seed Cannabis Co. TUL

2. Okie Brothers Pharm TUL

3. Whole Leaf TUL

1. Therapeutic Health Clinic OKC

2. Kure CBD and Vape OKC

3. CBD Plus USA OKC

Medical Spa

1. Fig Medical Spa TUL

2. BA Med Spa and Weight Loss Center TUL

3. Utica Square Skin Care/Emerge Tulsa TUL

1. Radiance Medical Aesthetics of Oklahoma OKC

2. Advanced Aesthetics OKC

3. Clarabella Aesthetics OKC

Nursing Home

1. Saint Simeon’s TUL

2. University Village TUL

3. Forest Hills Assisted Living TUL

1. Bellevue Health and Rehabilitation Center OKC

2. Bradford Village Healthcare Center OKC

3. Baptist Village of Oklahoma City OKC

OB/GYN

1. Dr. Grant Cox – OB/GYN Specialists of Tulsa TUL

2. Dr. J. Martin Beal – Tulsa OB/GYN Associates TUL

3. Dr. Jay Williamson TUL

1. Dr. Kim Fletcher – INTEGRIS Women’s Health OKC

2. Dr. Valerie Engelbrecht – Lakeside Doctors OKC Gynecology & Obstetrics OKC

3. Lakeside Women’s Hospital OKC

Ophthalmologist

1. Triad Eye Institute TUL

2. The Eye Institute TUL

3. EyeCare Associates of South Tulsa TUL

1. Dean McGee Eye Institute OKC

2. Oklahoma Eye Surgeons OKC

3. Precision Vision OKC

Optometrist

1. Dr. Blane Snodgrass – Twenty Twenty Eyecare TUL

2. Dr. Lynsey Bigheart and Dr. Shannon TUL Morgans – Twenty Twenty Eyecare

3. Dr. Julie Holmes and Dr. Tiffany Harrel – TUL Downtown Tulsa Eyecare

1. Hefner Eye Care and Optical Center OKC

2. Dick Story Optical OKC

3. Premier Eyecare of Edmond OKC

Oral Surgeon

1. Eastern Oklahoma Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery TUL

2. Greer and Rogers Oral and TUL Maxillofacial Surgery

3. Cannon Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery TUL

1. Oral and Maxillofacial Associates OKC

2. Oral Surgery Specialists of Oklahoma OKC

3. Oklahoma Dental Implants and Oral Surgery OKC

Orthodontist

1. The Brace Place TUL

2. Vroome Orthodontics TUL

3. Shannon Orthodontics TUL

1. Orthodontics Associates OKC

2. Orthodontics Exclusively OKC

3. Kierl Orthodontics OKC

Orthopedic Surgeon

1. Dr. Yogesh Mittal, Dr. Greg Holt, Dr. Brian TUL Chalkin – The Orthopaedic Center and CORE Hospital

2. Dr. Scott Dunitz – Tulsa Bone and Joint Associates TUL

3. Dr. Bradford Boone, Dr. Bryan Hawkins, TUL Dr. Randall Hendricks, Dr. Ron LaButti –Advanced Orthopedics of Oklahoma

1. McBride Orthopedic Hospital OKC

2. Orthopedic Solutions OKC

3. Ortho Central OKC

Otolaryngologist

(Ear, nose and throat physician)

1. Eastern Oklahoma Ear Nose and Throat TUL

2. Ear Nose and Throat Specialists of Tulsa TUL

3. Ascension St. John ENT and Head TUL and Neck Surgery

1. INTEGRIS Ear, Nose and Throat Clinic OKC

2. Oklahoma Otolaryngology Associates OKC

3. Mercy Clinic Ear, Nose and Throat OKC

Pain Management Clinic

1. Tulsa Pain Consultants TUL

2. SEVA Med Care TUL

3. Pain Management of Tulsa TUL

1. Oklahoma Pain Management OKC

Stephen M. Brownlee, M.D.

Jeremy G. Foon, M.D.

Anthony E. Loehr, M.D.

Evan R. Moore, M.D.

David W. Hall, M.D.

David W. White, M.D.

Christopher R. Siemens, M.D.

Atul M. Vaidya, M.D. Cody Buchanan D.O

Landon J. Massoth, M.D.

Medical, Surgical & Cosmetic Dermatology

Lynn Anderson, MD • Kristen Rice, MD

Jacqueline Guidry, MD, Mohs Surgeon

Michelle Walters, MD • Lindsay Dilbeck, PA-C

Cassie Zanovich, CMM, LE

Lyndsey Purcell, CMM, LE

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2. INTEGRIS Pain Management OKC

3. Oklahoma Pain Center OKC

Pediatric Dentist

1. Tulsa Children’s Dentistry TUL

2. Morrow, Lai and Kitterman Pediatric TUL Dentistry

3. Aqua Dental TUL

1. Edmond Pediatric and Teen Dentistry OKC

2. Pediatric Dentistry of Oklahoma OKC

3. Smile Galaxy Pediatric Dentistry OKC Pharmacy

1. Freeland Brown Pharmacy TUL

2. CareFirst Pharmacy TUL

3. Economy Pharmacy/Couch Pharmacy TUL

1. Medic Pharmacy OKC

2. Westminster Family Drug OKC

3. Pruett’s Food Pharmacy/Flourish Pharmacy OKC Rehabilitation/ Sports Medicine Center

1. Excel Therapy TUL

2. Physical Therapy of Tulsa TUL

3. Redbud Physical Therapy/PAM Health TUL Rehabilitation Hospital

1. INTEGRIS Jim Thorpe Rehabilitation OKC

2. McBride Orthopedic Hospital OKC

3. Ortho Central/Kinito Physical Therapy OKC Spa

1. Spa Lux TUL

2. Spa Southern Hills TUL

3. Bella Vita Spa and Salon TUL

1. Eden Salon and Spa OKC

2. Three Graces Day Spa OKC

3. Bella Strada Salon OKC Spinal Surgeon/Neurosurgeon

1. Tulsa Bone & Joint Spine Center TUL

2. Advanced Outpatient Surgery of TUL Oklahoma/Spine and Orthopedic Specialists

3. Oklahoma Spine & Brain Institute TUL

1. Spine Surgery Associates OKC

2. INTEGRIS Spine and Neurological Surgery OKC

3. Keyhole Brain and Spine OKC Weight Loss/Weight Management Clinic/Wellness Clinic

1. Fig Medical Spa/BA Med Spa and TUL Weight Loss Center

2. R3Stretch & Functional Therapy/New TUL Leaf Wellness

3. Empower Spa and Wellness Center TUL

1. The Broadway Clinic/Renew Wellness OKC and Aesthetics

2. WW International OKC

3. Richey Wellness OKC Workout Studio

1. SALT Yoga TUL

2. Pure Barre Midtown TUL

3. Total Pilates Studio TUL

1. Soul Yoga OKC

2. Barre3 OKC

3. CycleBar Classen Curve OKC

Shopping Boat/RV/ATV Dealer

1. Bob Hurley RV TUL

2. Lazydays RV of Tulsa TUL

3. Ugly John’s Custom Boats TUL

1. Lewis RV Center OKC

2. Blackbeard Marine OKC

3. David’s Sport Center OKC

Car Dealer

1. Jackie Cooper Imports TUL

2. Don Carlton Honda/Jim Norton Toyota TUL

3. Jim Glover Auto Family/Don Thornton TUL

Automotive Group

1. Wilson Cadillac – Stillwater OKC

2. Bob Moore Auto Group OKC

3. Jackie Cooper BMW OKC

Children’s Clothing Store

1. GapKids TUL

2. Kathleen’s Kids TUL

3. Lolly Garden TUL

1. Keedo Clothes OKC

2. Once Upon a Child OKC

3. Swaddle OKC

Department Store

1. Balliets OKC

2. Dillard’s/Saks Fifth Avenue STATE/TUL

3. Macy’s STATE

Eyeglass Store

1. Visions Unique Eye and Sunwear TUL

2. Empire Optical TUL

3. Hicks Brunson Eyewear TUL

1. Dick Story Optical OKC

2. Sam’s Club Optical Center OKC

3. Within Sight Vision Center OKC

Fine Jewelry Store

1. Diamond Cellar (Formerly Bruce G. Weber) TUL

2. Moody’s Jewelry TUL

3. Star Jewelers TUL

1. BC Clark Jewelers OKC

2. Naifeh Fine Jewelry OKC

3. Mitchener-Farrand Fine Jewelry OKC

Gift Store

1. Duvall Atelier TUL

2. Margo’s Gift Shop TUL

3. Snow Goose/m-M 31 Trading Post TUL

1. PLENTY Mercantile OKC

2. Painted Door OKC

3. Blue Seven OKC

Grocery Store/Market

1. Reasor’s TUL

2. Trader Joe’s TUL

3. Whole Foods Market TUL

1. Uptown Grocery Co. OKC

2. Trader Joe’s OKC

3. Whole Foods Market OKC

Men’s Boutique

1. Travers Mahan TUL

2. Abersons TUL

3. Saxon Judd TUL

1. Mr. Ooley’s OKC

2. S.J. Haggard and Co. OKC

3. Teena Hicks Co. OKC

Men’s Shoe Store

1. Travers Mahan TUL

2. Dillard’s TUL

3. Saks Fifth Avenue TUL

1. Mr. Ooley’s OKC

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2. Dillard’s OKC

3. S.J. Haggard and Co. OKC

Pet/Pet Supply Store

1. Southern Agriculture STATE

2. PetSmart STATE

3. Petco STATE

Shopping Mall/Center

1. Center 1

2. Utica Square

3. The Farm Shopping Center

1. Nichols Hills Plaza OKC

2. Classen Curve OKC

3. Penn Square Mall OKC

Sporting Goods/Outdoor Store

1. Bass Pro Shops STATE

2. Dick’s Sporting Goods STATE

3. Academy Sports + Outdoors/ STATE

Lululemon Athletica

Wine/Liquor Store

1. Old Village Wine and Spirits TUL

2. Parkhill’s Warehouse Liquors & Wine/ TUL Parkhill’s South Liquors & Wine

3. Ranch Acres Wine & Spirits TUL

1. Byron’s Liquor Warehouse OKC

2. Beau’s Wine Bin and Spirit Shoppe OKC

3. Freeman’s Liquor Mart OKC

Women’s Boutique

1. Abersons

2. Dainty Hooligan TUL

3. The Haley Boutique

1. CK & Co. OKC

2. Blue Seven OKC

3. Route 66 Boutique/Gordon Stuart OKC

Women’s Shoe Store

1. Saks Fifth Avenue

2. Abersons

3. J. Cole Shoes

1. Balliets OKC

2. Betsy King Shoes OKC

3. Dillard’s OKC

Entertainment

18 Holes

1. Southern Hills Country Club TUL

2. Cherokee Hills Golf Club TUL

3. The Club at Forest Ridge/Battle Creek Golf Club TUL

1.

1. Pub W OKC

2. O’Connell’s Irish Pub and Grille OKC

3. Lost Highway OKC

Casino

1. Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Tulsa TUL

2. River Spirit Casino Resort TUL

3. Osage Casino and Resort TUL

1. Choctaw Casino and Resort – Durant OKC

2. FireLake Casino and Entertainment OKC Center – Shawnee

3. Riverwind Casino – Norman/Grand OKC Casino Hotel and Resort – Shawnee

Cinema/Movie Theater

1. Regal Warren Theatre STATE

2. Cinemark STATE

3. Circle Cinema/AMC Penn Square 10 TUL/OKC

Concert Venue

1. BOK Center TUL

2. Cain’s Ballroom TUL

3. Tulsa Performing Arts Center/Tulsa Theatre TUL

1. Paycom Center OKC

2. The Jones Assembly OKC

3. University of Central Oklahoma Jazz Lab OKC Hotel

1. River Spirit Casino Resort TUL

2. Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Tulsa TUL

3. Tulsa Club Hotel TUL

1. The Skirvin Hilton Hotel OKC

2. Renaissance Waterford OKC

3. 21c Museum Hotel OKC

Local Festival

1. Tulsa Oktoberfest TUL

2. Saint Francis Tulsa Tough TUL

3. Tulsa Mayfest/Tulsa Greek Festival TUL

1. Red Earth Festival OKC

2. Paseo Arts Festival OKC

3. Festival of the Arts OKC

Local Icon/Landmark

1. Gathering Place TUL

2. Route 66 TUL

3. Golden Driller TUL

1. Oklahoma City National Memorial and Museum OKC

2. Scissortail Park OKC

3. Devon Energy Center OKC

Local Park

1. Gathering Place TUL

2. River Parks TUL

3. Guthrie Green TUL

1. Scissortail Park OKC

2. Myriad Botanical Gardens OKC

3. Hefner Park OKC Museum

1. Gilcrease Museum TUL

2. Philbrook Museum TUL

3. Discovery Lab/Oklahoma Aquarium/ TUL Tulsa Air and Space Museum & Planetarium

1. Oklahoma City Museum of Art OKC

2. National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum OKC

3. Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art OKC

Neighboring State

“We

1. Arkansas STATE

2. Texas STATE

3. Colorado/New Mexico STATE

Night

Out Without the Kids

1. Brookside

2. Downtown Tulsa

3. Admiral Twin Drive-In

1. Mahogany Prime Steakhouse OKC

2. Oklahoma City Thunder Game OKC

3. Red PrimeSteak OKC

Oklahoma Weekend

Getaway Destination

1. Beavers Bend State Park and TUL Nature Center – Broken Bow

2. Grand Lake O’ the Cherokees – Grove

3. Medicine Park

1. Turner Falls Park – Davis OKC

2. Broken Bow Lake – Broken Bow OKC

3. Lake Texoma – Denison/Grand Lake OKC O’ the Cherokees – Grove

Performing Arts Organization

1. Celebrity Attractions

2. Tulsa Opera

3. Tulsa Ballet/Tulsa Symphony

1. Oklahoma City Ballet

2. Oklahoma City Philharmonic OKC

3. OKC Broadway OKC

Professional Sports Team

1. Oklahoma City Thunder STATE

2. Tulsa Drillers STATE

3. Oklahoma City Dodgers STATE

Pub/Brewery

1. Marshall Brewing Company

2. Cabin Boys Brewery

3. Bricktown Brewery

1. Republic Gastropub

2. Belle Isle Restaurant and Brewery

3. O’Connell’s Irish Pub and Grille

Town

1. Bixby

2. Broken Arrow

3. Claremore/Jenks

1. Stillwater OKC

2. Yukon

3. Guthrie OKC

Wedding or Party Venue

1. Tulsa Botanic Garden

2. Eight Ten Ranch & Cattle Co.

3. White House Mansion

1. National Cowboy and Western

& Heritage Museum

2. Clauren Ridge Vineyard and Winery

3. Coles Garden

Dining

Asian

1. Lanna Thai

2. Roka

3. Ri Le’s/KEO Asian Cuisine

1. Sushi Neko

2. Musashi’s Japanese Steakhouse

3. Grand House Asian Bistro OKC

Bakery

1. Merritt’s Bakery TUL

2. Ludger’s Bavarian Cakery TUL

3. Laurannae Baking Co. TUL

1. Amy Cakes OKC

2. Raspberries n’ Creme OKC

3. Andrea Howard Cakes OKC

Barbecue

1. Rib Crib/Albert G’s Barbecue TUL

2. Burn Co. Barbeque TUL

3. Billy Sims Barbecue TUL

1. Earl’s Rib Palace OKC

2. Billy Sims Barbecue OKC

3. Iron Star Urban Barbecue OKC

Breakfast

1. Brookside by Day TUL

2. Queenies TUL

3. Bramble Breakfast & Bar/Savoy/ TUL

Tally’s Good Food Café

1. Neighborhood J.A.M. OKC

2. Syrup OKC

3. Hatch Early Mood Food OKC

Brunch

1. Restaurant Basque/Polo Grill TUL

2. Smoke/Queenies TUL

3. Neighborhood J.A.M TUL

1. The Mule OKC

2. Pub W OKC

3. Flint OKC

Budget-Friendly

1. Boston Avenue Grille & Catering TUL

2. Mother Road Market TUL

3. Tacos Don Francisco TUL

1. Beverley’s Pancake House OKC

2. Smitty’s Garage Burgers and Beer OKC

3. Jeff’s Country Café OKC

Burger

1. Ron’s Hamburgers and Chili TUL

2. Fat Guy’s Burger Bar TUL

3. Treys Bar & Grill TUL

1. S&B’s Burger Joint OKC

2. Patty Wagon OKC

3. Bricktown Brewery OKC

Chef

1. William Lyle – The Summit Club TUL

2. Justin Thompson – Justin Thompson Restaurants TUL

3. Trevor Tack – Lowood TUL

1. Andrew Black – Grey Sweater OKC

2. Ryan Parrott – Humankind OKC Hospitality Services

3. Kurt Fleischfresser – Western Concepts OKC Restaurant Group

Comfort Food

1. Ridge Grill TUL

2. Blue Moon Café TUL

3. The Brook Restaurant and Bar TUL

1. Black Bear Diner OKC

2. The Press OKC

3. Poblano Grill OKC

Deli/Sandwich Shop

1. Dilly Diner TUL

2. Trenchers Delicatessen TUL

3. New York Bagel Café TUL

1. Café 501 OKC

3. Neptune Submarine Sandwiches

Dessert

1.

2. Queenie’s

3. Merritt’s Bakery

1. OKC Sweets

2. Pie Junkie

3. La Baguette Bistro

Boston

1. Florence’s Restaurant OKC

2. Vito’s Ristorante OKC

3. The Press OKC

Ice Cream Shop

1. Braum’s STATE

2. Rose Rock Microcreamery TUL

3. Baskin-Robbins/STG Gelateria STATE/TUL

Italian

1. Villa Ravenna Fine Dining/Biga TUL

2. Mondo’s Ristorante Italian/Ti Amo TUL Ristorante Italiano/Dalesandro’s

3. Prossimo Ristorante/Tucci’s TUL

Mexican

1. Mi Cocina TUL

2. Ridge Cantina/El Rancho Grande TUL

3. Cancun International Restaurant/ TUL

Ricardo’s/El Maguey

1. Iguana Mexican Grill OKC

2. Poblano Grill OKC

3. Mama Roja Mexican Kitchen OKC

Outside Dining

1. in the raw vū/Polo Grill TUL

2. Ridge Grill TUL

3. Waterfront Grill TUL

1. Stella Modern Italian Cuisine OKC

Seafood

1. Bodean TUL

2. Bonefish Grill TUL

3. Peacemaker Lobster and Crab Co. TUL

1. Pearl’s Oyster Bar OKC

2. Trapper’s Fishcamp and Grill OKC

3. The Manhattan OKC

Steakhouse

1. Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & TUL Wine Bar/Mahogany Prime Steakhouse

2. Ruth’s Chris Steak House/Prhyme TUL Downtown Steakhouse

3. Bull in the Alley TUL

1. Mahogany Prime Steakhouse OKC

1. Sunnyside

2. Beverly’s Pancake House

3. Jeff’s Country Café

1.

2. Chick-Fil-A

3. Braum’s STATE

2.

1. Stella Modern Italian Cuisine OKC

2. Bellini’s Ristorante and Grill OKC

3. Vito’s Ristorante OKC

Local Coffee Shop

1. Laurannae Baking Co TUL

2. Topeca Coffee TUL

3. DoubleShot Coffee Co. TUL

1. Hoboken Coffee Roasters OKC

2. Beanstalk Coffee and Sno OKC

3. Hi Tea x Coffee Tree OKC

Margarita

1. Mi Cocina TUL

2. Ridge Cantina TUL

3. Café Olé TUL

1. Poblano Grill OKC

2. Iguana Mexican Grill OKC

3. Alfredo’s Mexican Café OKC

2. Bellini’s Ristorante and Grill OKC

3. Pearl’s Oyster Bar OKC

Pizza

1. Andolini’s Pizzeria TUL

2. Hideaway Pizza STATE

3. Mazzio’s STATE

Place to Take Out-of-Town Guests

1. The Summit Club TUL

2. Amelia’s Wood Fired Cuisine/Lowood TUL

3. Oren/Smoke TUL

1. Grey Sweater OKC

2. Vast OKC

3. The Jones Assembly OKC

Restaurant Group

1. Justin Thompson Restaurants STATE

2. Hal Smith Restaurants STATE

3. A Good Egg Dining Group/ STATE

McNellie’s Group

2. Cattlemen’s Steakhouse/Red PrimeSteak/ OKC Junior’s

3. Mickey Mantle’s Steakhouse/ OKC Boulevard Steakhouse

Stylish New Restaurant

1. The Hemingway TUL

2. Freya: Nordic Kitchen TUL

3. il seme TUL

1. Scratch Kitchen and Cocktails OKC

2. The Joinery OKC

3. Ma Der Lao Kitchen/405 Burger Bar OKC

Sushi

1. in the raw TUL

2. in the raw vū TUL

3. Fuji Sushi Bar/Yokozuna TUL

1. Sushi Neko OKC

2. Musashi’s Japanese Steakhouse OKC

3. Volcano Sushi Bar and Hibachi OKC

WHERE PEOPLE MAKE THE DIFFERENCE

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A Study in Style

By Gina A. Dabney

Nestled in quiet neighborhoods and on acres of land are luxurious homes just waiting to be explored. We offer a peek behind the front door at four Oklahoma homes rich in elegance, style, opulence and beauty.

Divine MidCentury Design

Photos by Kacey Gilpin Photography

This contemporary residence, located in Tulsa, was completed in 2021. The home is one and one-half stories and is a modern nod to mid-century architecture.

Nestled on approximately one acre, this 4,000-plussquare-foot home has four bedrooms and four and onehalf baths. Giving a deep dive into its creation and the process behind it is Philip Doyle of Philip Doyle Design.

The lush pool area in this contemporary Tulsa residence offers various eye-catching pops of color.

Wide oak plank floors unify the open spaces in this residence, which offer panoramic views with floor-to-ceiling windows.

Luxury Materials

The exterior is primarily smooth stucco, complemented with a native cut-face ashlar limestone. The windows and multi-slide doors are from Western Window systems. Wide oak plank floors unify the open spaces and a floating, allglass wine room both defines and serves as a focal point to the main rooms.

The primary bathroom features a deep soaker tub against a background of geometric tiles and a custom floating vanity. The fun primary closet was meant to be a retreat and features a makeup area, glass display cabinets and floor-toceiling shoe shelves.

“Most of the interiors are purposely simple and are meant to act as a backdrop to the owners’ fun use of color, prints and curated pieces,” says Doyle.

An all-glass, freestanding wine room is one of designer Philip Doyle’s favorite elements of this home.

“Most of the interiors are purposely simple and are meant to act as a backdrop to the owners’ fun use of color, prints and curated pieces,” says Doyle.

Every room in the home was inspired by mid-century modern design, which utilizes clean lines, minimal decoration and a connection to the outdoors.

To see additional photography of all four homes, visit okmag.com.

The Vision

Doyle relied on the design tenets of mid-century modern architecture, which utilizes clean lines, oor-to-ceiling windows, minimal decoration and a connection to the outdoors. One priority was the home’s placement on the lot.

“ e goal,” Doyle says, “was to create a sense of privacy from the main street, but to be very open and immersive to the beautiful rear yard.”

is was achieved by utilizing a simple but elegant limestone wall for privacy, with a cut out to de ne the entry. Beyond the plate steel entry wall is a private zen courtyard and a covered entry with a 5’ wide glass-and-steel pivot door.

e interior vestibule leads to a single-pitch, vaulted main room with oor-to-ceiling windows and panoramic backyard views. e vaulted ceilings in this home create an open and playful atmosphere while capturing lots of natural light.

Unique and Favored Components

Doyle revealed a few favorite areas in this home. One is the large, multi-slide doors and phantom screens that allow the covered porch and den to act as one large entertaining room. Another favorite is the all-glass, freestanding wine room. e lush pool area even has a pink cabana – the owner’s idea – which adds a pop of color and whimsy. An area beyond the owner’s closet also turned into the perfect spot for an o ce.

Doyle says that was “just one of those fun surprises, where the placement looks odd on paper but works fabulously in reality.”

Doyle, along with a team of design professionals, created a home of comfort and luxury.

“ e clients’ enthusiasm and creativity made this project a joy to work on,” he says. ■

The primary bathroom features a deep soaker tub against a background of geometric tiles and a custom floating vanity.

The exterior of the home is primarily smooth stucco with native cut-face ashlar limestone; the property is approximately one acre.

All About Open Concepts

Photos by Sarah Baker Photography

This existing home in Tulsa was renovated for an open concept plan. Several areas that were upgraded include the kitchen, dining and living areas. Highlighting the renovation is interior designer Sherri Duvall of Duvall Atelier.

The Process

Construction was needed to reveal the home’s new concept and vision. To open and increase the livability of the primary spaces, several major load-bearing walls were removed. Also removed was a long hallway that separated several spaces including the living room, family room, kitchen and dining areas. A floor-level change –that steps down into the living and dining areas from the foyer – needed reworking for the new plan.

The original home, which had several separate, dark rooms, was opened up to create a light and airy aesthetic for the new dining, kitchen and living concept.

Luxury Materials

A custom steel and glass wine room has French limestone flooring. Wooden wine crate boxes, all from the various vineyards that the homeowner loves, were used as paneling. A decanting counter in this well-stocked wine room is made of Allure quartzite.

In the kitchen, the counters are Montclair Danby Marble from Vermont. All the kitchen sinks are Galley, and the appliances are Sub Zero-Wolf brands.

Throughout the home, all the stained cabinetry is rift-cut white oak. The fireplaces have limestone with architectural cast stone surrounds and hearths.

A custom steel and glass wine room – one of the highlights of this project – has French limestone flooring.

The Vision

The original home, which had several separate, dark rooms, was opened to create a light and airy aesthetic for the new dining, kitchen and living concept. Opening up these spaces brought in more natural light, which was crucial to achieve both function and flow for larger gatherings.

“The homeowners entertain frequently, hosting gatherings of various sizes,” mentions Duvall.

Since the kitchen was designed with entertaining in mind, a large island in the main area opens to the family room. Adjacent is a semi-enclosed prep kitchen and laundry room combination with a functional rolling island. A large walk-in pantry with a ladder to reach higher shelves is ideal for extra storage. Another eye-catching feature is a convenient coffee pantry.

Between the kitchen and the dining room is a walk-in, glassenclosed wine room, which is also visible from the main entry of the home. This room, which is one of Duvall’s favorite features, was created to store the homeowners extensive wine collection.

“The wine room is such a dynamic feature,” says Duvall, “as well as the double-sided open fireplace that is shared by both living areas.”

Duvall Atelier, which has a showroom in Tulsa, acted as both the architect and interior designer for the project. This renovation came to life smoothly and is now a luxurious space for relaxation and entertainment. ■

The airy living space offers bountiful natural light and open access to the kitchen.

The spacious kitchen includes Montclair Danby Marble counters, alongside cabinets that are rift-cut white oak.

A large walk-in pantry with a ladder to reach higher shelves is ideal for extra storage.

All appliances in this kitchen are Sub Zero-Wolf brands, along with Galley sinks.

An Historic Home Makeover

Photos by Choyce Janeill Photography

Built in 1926, the style of this home can be de ned as classic and traditional. Interior designer Berna Davis and her husband Scott purchased the home in 2021. e renovation, which included a new addition, took 18 months. Located in midtown Tulsa, this residence has 6,850 square feet and, Davis says, was originally built for an oil and gas executive. It immediately caught Davis’ attention.

“It exuded an essence of rare beauty,” she says.

“The goal was to make the house a fusion of traditional and modern with a touch of Greenwich, Connecticut and Cape Cod flair,” says designer Berna Davis.

The Design Process

Since the home was extensively remodeled and had new construction elements, there were various moving components. However, Davis – who runs Berna Davis Designs and handled all aspects of the remodel – kept the style in focus.

“ e goal was to make the house a fusion of traditional and modern with a touch of Greenwich, Connecticut and Cape Cod air,” she says.

e expansion contains a second owners’ retreat which provides exibility for guests or parents. In the original owners’ retreat, a bedroom was converted for a second closet. Outside, 70 hydrangeas now adorn the property, and the rose garden was also extensively revamped.

Luxury Materials

ere are two separate dressing areas in the redesigned owners’ retreat. Her closet contains a bank of glass-encased shoe shelves and a marble-topped storage island. e hardware pulls are a style of gold-toned bamboo. A metal ower and crystal chandelier are perched above the island.

“It is a cheerful and light closet,” says Davis. roughout the home are top-of-the-line light xtures and European hardware and faucets. Luxury items include custom-made Persian rugs, unique wallpaper in each bedroom and Tommy Mitchell gilded oral sculptures in the dining room.

The lush pool area is perfectly manicured, ideal for outdoor entertaining.

Using a mix of European flair of modern and antique pieces, Davis’ vision was to give life to each room and capture a unique elegance.

The Vision

Using a mix of European flair and modern and antique pieces, Davis’ vision was to give life to each room and capture a unique elegance. The color scheme is soft, containing blue and white, light gray and pale pink. Restoring and reupholstering furniture helped to modernize the aesthetic.

“I like using pieces that are worthwhile to get reupholstered and take on a new life,” she says.

Unique Characteristics

e study, which Davis designed for her husband, has a classy feel. Collected art, an elegant bar cart and green velvet French arm chairs are alluring elements of the decor. A modern desk plus a refurbished accent chair from a Paris hotel add charm.

Davis loves to entertain and has created an enchanting environment to share with friends and family. Taking cues from her love of owers, birds and treasure hunting for the perfect pieces, she transformed this historic home to t a tailored lifestyle and outgoing personalities. ■

The rose garden was extensively revamped during this home makeover.

It’s clear the couple harbors a passion for sports, evidenced in a variety of framed jerseys in this entertainment room.

Thoroughly Modern Home

Photos by Tony Li

Overlooking a neighborhood lake in midtown Tulsa is this ranch-style home, which was a full-scale architectural remodel. After the construction was complete, SR Hughes was in charge of the custom-designed interior. Beth Hughes Sachse, owner of SR Hughes, discusses the project – which boasts around 4,600 square-feet, three bedrooms and three and one-half bathrooms.

“The clients wanted a modern interior,” says designer Beth Hughes Sachse. “A new look that would truly represent the two of them.”

The office has tall glass doors with sleek metal hand pulls, plus floating shelves that display books and collected art.

Luxury Materials

Throughout the home, the choice of top-notch technology was seamlessly integrated into the design.

The materials, objects and furniture in this home are hand-crafted and made of high-quality sustainable materials that showcase artisan craftsmanship. The bedroom sitting area, which has an upholstered Progetti wing armchair in solid beech wood with an ottoman alongside, makes a comfortable and stylish spot to view nature, read or relax. A sculptural hand-blown glass light pendant floats above the area, and a round-topped metal side table keeps with the modern theme.

The Vision

The owners desired a new interior environment that would truly represent them both.

“The clients wanted a modern interior,” confirms Sachse. “A new look that would truly represent the two of them.”

Overlooking a neighborhood lake in midtown Tulsa is this ranch-style home, revamped by the designers at SR Hughes.

The materials, objects and furniture in this home are hand-crafted and made of high-quality sustainable materials that showcase artisan craftsmanship.

One goal was to design a few areas that would “fashionably accommodate their hobbies,” she says. To accomplish this, a music area, located off the home’s entry, was created – and has ample room for multiple instruments. Next to the kitchen is an upscale multipurpose room for arts, crafts and exercise.

Quirky Components

“There are unique aspects in every room,” says Sachse. For example, the entry lounge has welcoming and custom seating from Giorgetti, B&B Italia, Cassina, MaxAlto and Poltrano Frau. Adorning each room throughout the home are hand-crafted light fixtures from Apparatus, Bocci and Fortuny. The kitchen and eating space, replete with ombre curtains, has a metal and roundglass topped table with a double upsidedown, umbrella-style lighting fixture, decorated with Murano glass beads. The office has tall glass doors with sleek metal hand pulls, a metal and glass desk, plus floating shelves that display books and collected art.

Favored Elements

Her favorite part of the design process, Sachse says, was getting to know the clients and helping them manifest their personalities in the design. Also a delight was seeing the ducks waddle up on the lawn from the lake ... which alerted everyone that it was treat time.

SR Hughes, a multi-generational firm, has a showroom and interior design studio located in Tulsa’s Brookside area. Their team, along with the talents of Brian Freese Architecture, brought these clients their thoroughly modern home. ■

Fashionably accommodating the homeowners hobbies, a music area located off the home’s entry has ample room for multiple instruments.

Unique lighting fixtures can be found throughout the home.

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FOOD, DRINK AND OTHER PLEASURES

Life on the Farm

Joe Tierney is a compact, wiry man, full of energy – both physical and mental –and his hands reflect a life spent in honest labor.

4:15 in the morning finds him out of bed, and half an hour later he’s out the door.

He does the hardest work prior to 8 a.m., before the heat hits. This time of year, it’s harvesting vegetables by hand.

At eight sharp, he brings the crops to the wash station and cleans them in three sinks. Then it’s time to open the store, accurately dubbed Joe’s Farm, in a big, lowslung shed that was there when he bought the Bixby land in 1991.

“That shed was made in 1965,” Tierney says. “Like me.”

Word has spread, and there’s always a long line of customers waiting. There are families from Asia, Owasso, Ukraine, Jenks, India and Arkansas, carrying picnic baskets and waiting to spend the day picking strawberries, blackberries or even flowers to take home. Summer’s bounty is vast: tomatoes, yellow squash, eggplants, okra, peppers, cucumbers, garlic, beets, carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, kale, celery, scallions, caraflex cabbage and more.

Most was harvested just this morning.

Joe can’t stick around the store – today, he’s pulling sandbags out of the field. Then he repairs equipment, then more harvest, then cuts cover crops from a field.

“We never leave the earth unplanted, because good, tilled soil grows good plants,” he says.

It’s a USDA-certified organic farm, so there’s also a compost heap to care for. And so on, and so on, until 6 p.m., when it’s time for office work and maybe some dinner. Tierney and two laborers do the whole 18 acres.

Each vegetable is a labor of love. The onions you’ll buy in July started life in a greenhouse the previous November. They were transplanted to a field in February, watered regularly, hand-weeded, and covered with fabrics if there was a frost. And Tierney just loves it.

“Produce just gets in your blood,” he says. “You just can’t get it out. I’d plan a vacation around seeing the Los Angeles Farmer’s Market.”

Joe grew up on the north shore of Long Island. His father was an IRS agent, his mother a nurse. But he “grew up around

really good food,” and he’s always loved it.

He went to the Culinary Institute of America – the nation’s most famous cooking school. His family moved to Oklahoma, and he worked twelve hour days at the best restaurants he could find. In 1991, he bought a farm in Bixby; he was a father, he thought it would be fairly easy work, and it was only $69,000.

He was wrong about the work, of course. He started out by creating a company that supplied produce to restaurants. Every day, he drove a big eighteenwheeler to Dallas, haggled with producers at the market, and brought the Tulsa chefs vegetables the likes of which they’d never seen before.

The fifteen hour days eventually took their toll, and about eight years ago, Tierney decided to devote himself entirely to farming.

It’s evening now, the shop is closed and the farm has once again become the domain of birds and rabbits.

“They know me,” Tierney says.

“Well, that’s my life,” he adds with finality. “Okay guys, I’m going to sleep.”

BRIAN SCHWARTZ

Joe’s Farm in Bixby delights customers from around the world.

Joe Tierney and two employees work the entirety of Joe’s Farm in Bixby, which clocks in around 18 acres.

Photos courtesy Joe’s Farm

Not Another “Wimpy Sandwich”

Krell’s East Coast Delicatessen has brought a unique gem to central Oklahoma’s food scene. It’s not just an ordinary sandwich shop, but a place that o ers big, fresh avors that pay tribute to beloved east coast delis. You can enjoy house-cured corned beef and pastrami sandwiches, house-smoked sh and matzo ball soup, along with delicious sides like bread and butter pickles and potato salad.

Krell’s specializes in crafting delicious deli dishes. Yet Jonathan Krell, the owner and namesake – who is also the executive chef of Patrono in OKC –says it’s “not just a European deli, or Italian deli or Jewish deli. Now, it’s kind of like a blanket. So I can infuse all those things.”

Start your morning with house-smoked lox and schmear, or white sh and capers on an everything bagel. For lunch, try the kippered salmon plate or a corned beef special with coleslaw and Swiss cheese, served on freshly made marble rye.

Coming from Philadelphia’s Center City neighborhood, Krell brings his childhood memories of Jewish-style dishes and Seder dinners, but also other deli favorites to the menu. Most everything is made in-house. But, he says, “no skinny pork chops and no wimpy sandwiches” will ever be found here. Portions are hearty and avors are bold.

e star of the menu is the Philly sandwich, loaded with shaved ribeye, caramelized onions and your choice of cheese, all served atop an Amorosos Roll. is Italian roll and the Cooper sharp cheese that the sta recommends are all brought in from Philly – giving you an authentic taste of a classic.

Save room for the desserts that are just as impressive. Krell’s and Patrono share a pastry chef who creates a variety of homemade treats. e cheesecake, Hamantashen (triangle-shaped pastries lled with fruit), and the noodle kugel (similar to a bread pudding made with noodles) are just a few of the dishes that will make you wish you had saved more room. Krell’s East Coast Delicatessen is an enjoyable destination for all. e food and friendly sta will make sure your experience here is one to remember.

2121 S. Yukon Parkway, Ste. 150, Yukon; krellsdelicatessen.com NICKY OMOHUNDRO

An Oklahoma Classic, Through & Through

Ask a Tulsan about their favorite burger, and chances are a good number of them will recommend Ron’s.

Formally dubbed Ron’s Hamburgers and Chili, this Oklahoma mainstay rst came to be in 1975. Owner Rob Baber, who was working in the manufacturing industry at the time, decided to take a risk, switch gears and open his own restaurant. Nearly fty years later, Ron’s has handfuls of branches in Oklahoma, Texas and Arkansas.

As its name suggests, the joint’s burgers and chili are the stars of the menu; they’re made fresh daily, all from-scratch and utilizing the best possible ingredients.

e most popular meal is Ron’s Special – which the restaurant calls a “one-of-a-kind cheeseburger.” Onions are fried into the meat, then topped with bacon bits, a slice of ham, pepper jack and American cheese, mustard, mayonnaise, pickles, lettuce and tomato. ( is writer’s mouth may or may not be watering as she writes this ... )

Other burger iterations include the chili sausage cheeseburger and Big Daddy, a half-pounder with all the xins’. Chili comes in a variety of sizes, as well as in a Frito pie and Coney Island-style hot dog. Boneless chicken, sandwiches, salads and hamburger steaks round out this menu.

Don’t forget to add cheese tots, coleslaw, fries, onion rings, okra or fried pickles to your order. After all, Ron’s isn’t described as “gut-busting good” for no reason.

Locations throughout Oklahoma; ronsburgersandchili.com

MARY WILLA ALLEN

Photo courtesy Ron’s

Photo courtesy Krell’s

WHERE & WHEN

GREAT THINGS TO DO IN OKLAHOMA

EVENTS LISTED ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. CHECK INDIVIDUAL WEBSITES FOR UPDATES.

IN TULSA PERFORMANCES

WORLD STAGE THEATRE

COMPANY PRESENTS: THE WIZ, JR. July 7-9 Tulsa PAC Like an emerald, this precious Broadway gem infuses L. Frank Baum’s The Wonderful Wizard of Oz with a dazzling mix of rock, gospel and soul music. tulsapac.com

CELEBRITY ATTRACTIONS

PRESENTS: BLUEY’S BIG

PLAY July 15-16 Tulsa

PAC When Dad feels like a little bit of Sunday afternoon time out, Bluey and Bingo have other plans! Join them as they pull out all of the games and cleverness at their disposal to get Dad off that bean bag. celebrityattractions.com

CELEBRITY ATTRACTIONS

AND TPAC PRESENTS: THE BOOK OF MORMON July 26-27 Tulsa PAC This outrageous musical comedy follows the adventures of a mismatched pair of missionaries, sent halfway across the world to spread the Good Word. celebrityattractions. com

CONCERTS

THE CHICKS July 21 BOK

Center Fresh off the heels of their massively successful U.S. tour last summer, the 13-time Grammy award-winning, multi-platinum selling global superstars The Chicks visit Tulsa. bokcenter.com

DEATH GRIPS July 24 Cain’s Ballroom Enjoy this band live for one night only at Cain’s. cainsballroom.com

MADONNA July 27 BOK

Center The Celebration Tour will offer a one-of-a-kind experience with special guest Bob the Drag Queen a.k.a. Caldwell Tidicue across all dates on the global tour. bokcenter.com

PARAMORE July 29 BOK

Center Paramore is coming to BOK Center with special guests Foals and The Linda Lindas. bokcenter.com

ART

BEYOND THE WHITEWASH July

7-21 Living Arts Beyond the Whitewash is a collection of mixed media works by a racially mixed group of artists who bring their unique perspectives to the complex, interconnected, and nuanced issue of racism. livingarts.org

SURFACE DESIGN ASSOCIATION MEMBER EXHIBITION: SAFEKEEPING Through July

23 108 Contemporary Safekeeping celebrates diverse work from SDA members that push the evolution of textiles through the use of color, design, process, material and concept. 108contemporary. org

PERFORMANCE

BEAT THE HEAT

Escape the Oklahoma summer with a heavy handful of exciting performances and concerts this month.

At the Tulsa PAC, enjoy World Stage Theatre Company’s presentation of The Wiz, Jr., running July 7-9. Stick around for Celebrity Attraction’s two offerings: Bluey’s Big Play, July 15-16, which will be perfect for the kiddos; and The Book of Mormon, running July 26-27.

Lyric Theatre is bustling with shows this month. First, enjoy the classic tale of Maria and the Von Trapps during The Sound of Music, running through July 2. Next is The Prom, which celebrates LGBTQIA+ diversity, July 11-15. Follow that up with Ain’t Misbehavin’, July 25-30. All are at OKC’s Civic Center Music Hall. Stick around the venue for Painted Sky Opera’s rendition of Don Giovanni running July 21-22.

Edmonites won’t want to miss Celtic Throne, coming to Armstrong Auditorium July 9 and 16.

If you’re instead searching for live music to enjoy, Tulsa’s BOK Center won’t disappoint. Visit July 21 for The Chicks, July 27 for Madonna and July 29 for Paramore.

In OKC, the Paycom Center welcomes comedian Bert Kreischer on July 9, as well as sports/comedy group Dude Perfect July 28. You can also venture to Durant and enjoy Lainey Wilson July 1-2 and Kelsea Ballerini July 7 at Choctaw Casino and Resort.

NEW REALMS: ART LAB Through Sept. 17 Philbrook Engage with striking, reality-bending works of art, then explore three hands-on spaces–each inspired by the artwork on view –where you can experiment, play, and create new realms of your own design. philbrook.org

FLORAL RESILIENCE Through Dec. 31 Philbrook Across time, flowers have been a source of inspiration for artists, not only for their beauty but also for their symbolic and sometimes secret meanings. philbrook. org

PRINTMAKING: ART AND WRIT-

TEN WORD Through Dec. 31 Philbrook Discover five-hundred years of European history and art tucked into these rare books and prints, on view in Villa Philbrook’s original library. philbrook.org

WYETH: TEXTURED VISIONS OF

NATURE Through June 9, 2024 Philbrook Through three successive generations, the bountifully creative Wyeth family closely observed the world around them to produce artworks that reflect their textured visions of nature. philbrook.org

SLUMGULLION: THE VENERATE OUTPOST Ongoing Philbrook Philbrook is proud to partner with awardwinning artist Karl Unnasch to present Slumgullion, a full-scale log cabin built from the skeleton of a late1800s pioneer home. philbrook.org

SPORTS

TULSA OILERS INDOOR FOOTBALL LEAGUE July 1, 15 BOK

Center The indoor football league comes to life. bokcenter.com

TULSA HOLIDAY CIRCUIT Through July 2 Expo Square See this equine event through July 2. exposquare.com

CELTIC THRONE 1

TULSA DRILLERS BASEBALL

July 4-9, 25-30 ONEOK Stadium The Drillers return for summer games. milb.com/tulsa

ROUTE 66 MORGAN CLASSIC July 6-8 Expo Square Morgan horses from around the region compete in this classic. exposquare. com

PONY OF THE AMERICAS NATIONAL CONGRESS July 7-14 Expo Square Quality ponies ride into the Pony of the Americas National Congress, coming to Expo Square. exposquare.com

TULSA FC SOCCER July 12, 15, 21 ONEOK Field The Tulsa FC plays at home three times this month –don’t miss it. fctulsa.com

SIMULCAST HORSE RACING Through Nov. 4 Expo Square Don’t miss a variety of horse racing fun at Expo Square. exposquare.com

COMMUNITY

TULSA FREEDOMFEST July 4 River

West Festival Park Celebrate America’s Independence with family and friends during downtown Tulsa’s FreedomFest. freedomfesttulsa.com

FIRST FRIDAY ART CRAWL July 7 Downtown Tulsa Since 2007, the Tulsa Arts District has presented the community with rotating art displays as part of the First Friday Art Crawl. travelok.com

SECOND SATURDAY ARCHITECTURE TOUR July 8 100 E. Second St. Take a fun and educational walking tour during the Second Saturday Architecture Tour. tulsaarchitecture.org

HOME & GARDEN EXPO OF OKLAHOMA July 21-23 Expo Square Prep your house for summer gatherings during this expansive, quality expo event. exposquare.com

BLUE WHALE COMEDY FESTIVAL July 27-29 Downtown Tulsa The Blue Whale Comedy Festival offers a variety of hilarious local, regional and national comedians. bluewhalecomedyfestival. com

CHARITABLE EVENTS

ROUTE 66 NATIVE ARTS

GALA July 14 The Vault Gallery Their mission: to create opportunity for the education, display and promotion of Native Art and Artisans on Route 66. rt66nativeartsalliance.org

BOWL FOR KIDS’ SAKE July

18 Andy B’s Big Brothers Big Sisters’ evidence-based mentoring programs are designed to create positive, measurable outcomes for youth, including educational success, avoidance of

Photo courtesy Armstrong Auditorium

risky behaviors, higher aspirations, greater confidence and better relationships. tulsaforkidssake.org

BINGO BASH July

29 OU-Tulsa Founders

Hall Enjoy several rounds of bingo, a silent auction and dessert auction. tulsaspca. org

IN OKC PERFORMANCES

LYRIC THEATRE OF OKLAHOMA PRESENTS: THE SOUND OF MUSIC Through July 2 Civic Center Music Hall Rodgers and Hammerstein’s beloved family favorite returns in an all-new production featuring a 75-member cast and live orchestra. lyrictheatreokc.com

ARMSTRONG AUDITORIUM

PRESENTS: CELTIC

THRONE July 9, 16 Armstrong Auditorium Back for their fourth U.S. tour, Celtic Throne is an original Irish dance production with Golden Globe-nominated composer Brian Byrne’s majestic musical score. armstrongauditorium. org

LYRIC THEATRE OF OKLAHOMA PRESENTS: THE PROM July 11-15 Civic Center Music Hall Following a hit Broadway run and feature film, this hysterical and joyous new musical – which celebrates LGBTQIA+ diversity – makes its Oklahoma debut in an all-new Lyric Theatre production. lyrictheatreokc.com

PAINTED SKY OPERA PRESENTS: DON GIOVANNI July

21-22 Civic Center Music Hall Meet one of the most notorious villains ever to grace the stage in this darkly comical tale of revenge. okcciviccenter.com

LYRIC THEATRE PRESENTS: AIN’T MISBEHAVIN’ July 25-30 Civic Center Music Hall Get ready to jump, jive, and wail the night away when Lyric Theatre transports you to 1920s and ’30s Harlem featuring the wit and energy of one of the most dynamic periods in American music. okcciviccenter.com

ART

ARTOONS Through July 26

National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum Presented in conjunction with the Toys R Western and You Have Died of Dysentery exhibitions, ARToons will continue the playful nature of the exhibitions on display throughout the Museum at the same time. nationalcowboymuseum.org

PRIX DE WEST INVITATIONAL ART EXHIBITIONAND SALE Through Aug.

6 National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum The invitiational features paintings and sculpture by the finest contemporary Western artists working today. nationalcowboymuseum.org

EDITH HEAD: THE GOLDEN AGE OF HOLLYWOOD COSTUME DESIGN Through Sept. 29 OKCMOA Organized by OKCMOA, this exciting retrospective of awardwinning costume designer Edith Head features costumes from the 1930s to the 1970s that were worn by some of

Hollywood’s biggest stars. okcmoa.com

TRUE NATURE: RODIN AND THE AGE OF IMPRESSIONISM Through Oct.

22 OKCMOA OKCMOA hosts a major exhibition of 100 artworks including sculptures, paintings, prints and photographs to celebrate artist Auguste Rodin. okcmoa.com

PAUL REED: WORKS ON PAPER Through Oct.

22 OKCMOA Abstract artist Paul Reed, one of the original six Washington Color Painters, earned national notoriety for his complex series of colorful stained and shaped-canvas paintings. OKCMOA was gifted 125 paintings, sculptures and works on paper by the Paul and Esther Reed Trust. okcmoa.com

PATTERNS OF KNOWING Through Oct. 23 Oklahoma Contemporary Patterns of Knowing features works by three artists — Jordan Ann Craig, Benjamin Harjo Jr. and Jeri Redcorn — exploring how patterns sourced from Indigenous cultures embody a lineage of ideas. oklahomacontemporary.com

CYNTHIA DAIGNAULT: OKLAHOMA Through Dec. 31 OKCMOA This exhibition features one painting, “Oklahoma” by Cynthia Daignault, as a tribute to the painful history of the Oklahoma City bombing from 1995. okcmoa. com

COMMUNITY

ARTNOW: THE SOUL IS A WANDERER Through Jan.

15 Oklahoma Contemporary The Soul is a Wanderer is the latest iteration of Oklahoma Contemporary’s biennial ArtNow exhibition. oklahomacontemporary.org

CHIHULY THEN AND NOW: THE COLLECTION AT TWENTY Ongoing OKCMOA Redesigned in collaboration with Chihuly Studio, Chihuly Then and Now: The Collection at Twenty incorporates a unique design, featuring five decades of glass and painting and tells a comprehensive story of Chihuly’s groundbreaking career. okcmoa.com

SPORTS

OKC DODGERS BASEBALL June 4-9, 18-23 Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark See the Dodgers play at home. milb.com/ oklahoma-city NATIONAL & YOUTH WORLD APPALOOSA HORSE SHOW Through July 5 OKC Fairgrounds Appaloosa horses gallop into action at this event. okcfairgrounds. com

ARABIAN HORSE ASSOCIATION YOUTH NATIONALS July 13-21 OKC Fairgrounds See some of the best riders in the nation compete at youth nationals. okcfairgrounds.com

COMMUNITY

LIBERTYFEST Through July

4 Citywide, Edmond These events are nationally recognized and bring out entire families from across the United States to celebrate the nation. libertyfest.org

FIRST FRIDAY GALLERY

WALK July 7 Paseo Arts

District Visitors can enjoy art openings, wine tastings, live music and other activities. thepaseo.org

BERT KREISCHER’S FULLY LOADED COMEDY FESTIVAL 2023 July 9 Paycom

Center Bert Kreischer is bringing the Fully Loaded Comedy Festival 2023 to Oklahoma City. paycomcenter.com

OKLAHOMA INTERNATIONAL DANCE FESTIVAL SUMMER INTENSIVE July 16-29 University of Oklahoma

Fine Arts Center The Oklahoma International Dance Festival (OIDF) Summer Intensive offers an opportunity for dancers to receive exceptional instruction. okdancefest.org

BRICKTOWN REGGAE

FEST July 28-29 Bricktown Canal Make your way to Okl homa City’s Bricktown Entertainment District for the annual Bricktown Reggae Fest. bricktownokc.com

THE STATE PERFORMANCES

PAULS VALLEY OPRY

July 1 Pauls Valley High School The Pauls Valley

FIREWORKS, FESTIVALS AND FREEDOM

There is no shortage of community events this month. Firstly, for those in need of Independence Day plans, visit Tulsa Freedomfest at River West Festival Park on July 4; LibertyFest in Edmond through the Fourth; Grand Lake for its fireworks extravaganza on July 3; or a bevy of other celebrations statewide. (Trust us –a quick internet search will get you a result just about anywhere in Oklahoma.)

In Tulsa, visit the Second Saturday Architecture Tour on July 8; the Foundation for Architecture will be exploring the soon-toopen OKPOP Museum. At Expo Square, the Home and Garden Expo of Oklahoma runs July 21-23. And you won’t want to miss the Blue Whale Comedy Festival, happening at various venues downtown from July 27 to 29.

In OKC, the First Friday Gallery Walk is going strong on July 7 in the Paseo District. Other goodies include the Oklahoma International Dance Festival Summer Intensive, July 16-29 at the University of Oklahoma Fine Arts Center, as well as the Bricktown Reggae Fest, July 28-29 near the district’s canal.

Outside our major metros, visit McLoud on July 7-8 for the Blackberry Festival; Okemah July 12-16 for the Woody Guthrie Folk Festival; Porter on July 13-15 for its annual peach festival; and Stillwater July 17-23 for the Eskimo Joe’s 48th Anniversary Celebration.

Opry revived a 1960s and 1970s tradition built on traveling the state to play country, rock and folk music in a variety of clubs. travelok. com

THE CEMENT OPRY July 1

410 N. Main, Cement The Cement Opry is a monthly live variety show held in the Jesse James Ballroom, which is located above the Cement Museum. travelok.com

POLLARD THEATRE

PRESENTS: LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Through July

1 Pollard Theatre, Guthrie A meek floral assistant named Seymour stumbles across a new breed of plant he names “Audrey II” after his coworker crush. The plant promises fame and forture for Seymour. thepollard.org

CONCERTS

LAINEY WILSON July 1, 2 Choctaw Casino and Resort, Durant Lainey Denay Wilson is an American country music singer-songwriter. choctawcasinos.com

KELSEA BALLERINI July

7 Choctaw Casino and Resort, Durant Kelsea Nicole Ballerini is an American country pop singer and songwriter. choctawcasinos.com

SPORTS

FAIRVIEW WRANGLER

RODEO July 27-29 Wrangler Arena, Fairview The annual Fairview Wranglers Rodeo is three days of entertainment,

events and fun for the whole family. travelok.com

COMMUNITY

GRAND LAKE FIREWORKS July 3 Highway 28, Disney Come to the Grand River Dam to watch the spectacular Grand Lake Fireworks in Disney. grandlakefireworks. com

BLACKBERRY FESTIVAL July 7-8 Veterans Memorial Park, McLoud The McLoud Blackberry Festival, which began in the 1940s, is one of the oldest continual festivals in the state of Oklahoma. mcloudchamber.com

WOODY GUTHRIE FOLK

FESTIVAL July 12-16 1001 E. John Fullbright Loop, Okemah The Woody Guthrie Folk Festival celebrates the life and musical legacy of one of America’s greatest folk music songwriters and troubadours, Woody Guthrie. woodyfest.com

PORTER PEACH FESTIVAL July 13-15 Downtown

Porter The Porter Peach Fest val celebrates the area’s legacy crop of peaches with a myriad of activities and events perfect for a summer day with the family. porterpeachfestivals.com

ESKIMO JOE’S 48TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION July 17-23 Eskimo Joe’s, Stillwater Join thousands of visitors for a week-long party in Stillwater. eskimojoes.com

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PORTER PEACH FESTIVAL

SOMEWHERE BETWEEN BOMBS AND BARBIES

Big-name directors o er polar opposite lms.

Worry not, fellow movie lovers, there’s plenty to see during this blockbuster month.

To start us off, we have Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One. Starring Tom Cruise as Ethan Hunt, the role he began in 1996, the film is the first of the planned two-part send-off for the main character. Rounding out the cast is Hayley Atwell, Ving Rhames and Simon Pegg, among others. Also returning is Henry Czerny, who was last seen in the franchise in the first Mission Impossible 27 years ago. The set pieces are huge and the stunts look to be genre-defining. This film will self-destruct on July 12.

For a strong dose of nostalgia and some wackiness too, make sure to see Barbie. Based on the popular line of Mattel fashion dolls, the film finds the titular character expelled from her home of Barbieland, so she and Ken set off to the real world to find happiness. Starring two of the most attractive people in Hollywood (Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling), along with a long list of supporting actors, the movie boasts beautiful art direction that alone is worth the price of admission. Directed by Greta Gerwing (Lady Bird), the film has a good chance of capturing something truly special when it hits theatres on July 21.

For the complete opposite in almost every way, walk down a few theater screens to catch Oppenheimer. Written and directed by Christopher Nolan, the film stars Cillian Murphy as J. Robert Oppenheimer, the “father of the atomic bomb,” and follows his journey to its creation during World War II. The film looks visually stunning and carries a large list of stars including Matt Damon, Emily Blunt and Robert Downey Jr. The movie also boasts minimal CGI and extensive use of practical effects. The explosive will drop on July 21, creating an epic box office battle between bombs and Barbies.

For a science fiction comedy, check out ey Cloned Tyrone. Starring John Boyega and Jamie Foxx, the film concerns conspiracy theories, experiments and cloning, mixed with a good sense of humor and an excellent wardrobe. Helmed by Juel Taylor in his directorial debut, this looks to be a fun ride when it hits Netflix on July 21.

Lastly, if you’ve missed out on Ted Lasso, the sports comedy-drama on Apple TV+, you’re doing yourself a disservice. Jason Sudeikis plays the titular character, a newly minted soccer coach for England’s AFC Richmond – despite having only college (American) football coaching experience. The show is one of the purest things you’ll ever see, with a large and wonderful cast and memorable scenes, both on and off the pitch. The show finished airing its third and presumed final season in May and all episodes are streaming on Apple TV+.

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Phil Armstrong

Phil Armstrong, president and CEO of the Oklahoma Center for Community and Justice, began his tenure in February 2023. Prior, he served as interim director of Tulsa’s Greenwood Rising Black Wall Street History Center, and as project director of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre Centennial Commission. In those roles, he handled everything from stakeholder communications to donor relations, construction and daily operations of the museum.

An Ohio native, Armstrong has lived in Tulsa for 25+ years and worked in community development and the nonprofit sector for over two decades. We caught up with Armstrong and got his thoughts on ...

... what drew him to the Oklahoma Center for Community and Justice.

The impactful history of the mission of the organization, from its inception in the 1930’s as the National Conference for Christians and Jews.

Although the iterations of the name have changed over the years, the soul of the organization has remained resolute. Additionally, being able to create new programming – the Youth and Leadership Forum for Community Transformation – with my predecessor Moises Echeverria back in 2020 after the summer of George Floyd, in collaboration with the founding of Greenwood Rising Black Wall Street History Center, was the foundation that led to this natural fit for me and OCCJ.

... what the OCCJ does for Oklahomans.

The mission is to inspire and equip Oklahomans to overcome bias, bigotry and oppression.

We mainly focus on impactful educational programming with youth, as well as adults, through three donor funded programs: Anytown Institute; the Inclusion Leadership Institute; and Youth Leadership Forum for Community Transformation. OCCJ has a proud legacy deeply rooted in the community.

Our programs and initiatives are focused on celebrating both our differences and our shared humanity.

... his favorite memories with Greenwood Rising.

One of my favorite memories was the joy of building pivotal relationships across many spectrums in our community: between corporate and nonprofit, north and south Tulsa, Black and white, young and old, conservative and liberal, religious and non-religious. I was able to witness people from so many different backgrounds set aside many of the arbitrary barriers that incite division, and open doors to allow all to “lean in” together to learn about this tragic yet triumphant history, and begin the steps toward repair and reconciliation. Of course, that work must continue, but I am so grateful that so many lives were impacted in such a way that this city, this state and this nation can build upon for future generations.

... from where his passion for community development stems.

Initially my mother and father. They are both lifelong community servants. My father served thirty years as a pastor. My mother served most of her life as a community leader in social work, a college student affairs dean and a family historian. I watched them model out for

me, on a daily basis, what it meant to be a “change agent” in the community in which they lived – Bidwell, Ohio. My passion for this work comes from them.

... any surprises at the OCCJ.

Yes! The small yet mighty staff of OCCJ are jewels! I, in a short time, have come to understand their passion and work ethic and have been so pleasantly surprised by how engaged and meticulous they are for the implementation of our hallmark programs.

... what he wishes more people knew about the OCCJ.

Actually, I wish more people knew, from the outset, what our ‘OCCJ’ acronym stands for! Most Oklahomans are unaware of who we are. I promise you, that’s going to change!

... how he stays inspired.

I carry with me many quotes from great leaders in history to keep me inspired on the most challenging days. One of those quotes seems to be resonating with me more and more: “Fight with passion for the things you believe in, but do it in such a way that others will want to join you.” –Ruth Bader Ginsburg.

Photo courtesy Phil Armstrong