The spirit of Woody Guthrie was alive on Sept. 25, 2024, when the Oklahoma native, folk-songwriter, and activist was honored at Tulsa’s celebrated Cain’s Ballroom by an award and ceremony in his name. The Woody Guthrie Prize represents someone who shares similar values to Guthrie that he held during his lifetime. This year’s Woody Guthrie […]
The Importance of Supporting Small Businesses: The Story of The Porter House
As more small businesses strive to survive in today’s market, it is vital that we support local ventures and the towns they call home. One such story was that of The Porter House in Porter, Okla. Opened in the summer of 2024, the dream of Brandy and Casey Bratt, two native Oklahomans with a passion […]
Local Holiday Happenings Include Art, Lights, and Ice
The holiday season is known as the most magical time of the year! As the holidays arrive in Tulsa, the near end of the year transforms the city into a wonderland with millions of dazzling lights. Whether you are a Tulsan or a first-time visitor, the holiday season here is an enchanting experience that you […]
Reporter’s Notebook: Tulsa Meadow Gold District Merchant Preserves History, Offers Custom-made Route 66 Souvenirs
A Tulsa entrepreneur, Mary Beth Babcock, opened three stores on well-known Route 66 in Tulsa, Okla., as a homage to the famed highway. These are Buck Atom’s Cosmic Curios on 66 (1347 E. 11th St.), Meadow Gold Mack’s Outpost (1306 E. 11th St., Unit A), and Buck’s Vintage on 66 (1024 S. Quincy Ave.) located […]
Tulsa State Fair 2024 Rocked with Entertainment – 11 Days of Awesome
The Tulsa State Fair ran from Sept. 26 to Oct. 6, 2024. According to tulsastatefair.com, it was first organized in 1903 as the “Tulsa County Free Fair” and developed into the Tulsa State Fair of today. The Tulsa State Fair Authority reports that the 2024 fair featured dozens of rides and games, 132 concession stands, […]
News Analysis and Commentary: Candidates for Mayor Participate in Citywide Debate
Below are key points raised by the candidates for mayor for the City of Tulsa at a NonDoc-sponsored debate at Cain’s Ballroom on Aug. 8. The debate was an opportunity for voters to learn more about the candidates prior to the election on Aug. 27. Brent VanNorman Background: VanNorman highlighted his extensive business background, positioning […]
Stella Atoms Statue Unveiled on Historic Route 66
Route 66 Monument Adds Another Layer of History Meadow Gold Mack, a Route 66 roadside store that offers interstate related merchandise, such as T-shirts and music, held the unveiling of the newly built 19-foot-tall statue of Stella Atoms, the cosmic cowgirl, on June 28. Stella Atoms stands next to the 21-foot-tall statue Buck Atoms, now […]
A New Leaf Fosters Independence And Employment For Young Adults
In the Tulsa metro area, research shows that 29,000 people have developmental disabilities or autism. Of those individuals, eighty-five percent are unemployed, with 74% living with their families for their entire lives. Mary Ogle, CEO of A New Leaf, saw a need to develop real-life skills for individuals with developmental disabilities or autism. The Hardesty […]
Tulsa Ports Contribute to Local Job Market and International Commerce
On May 29, Tulsa Ports of Catoosa and Inola hosted a media event to highlight its facilities and storied institution. Representatives from televisions stations – KOTV Channel 6 (CBS) and KTUL Channel 8 (ABC) – and other media outlets, including The Oklahoma Eagle and the Tulsa World, attended the event. The session began with a […]
Review: Starlight Jazz Orchestra Kicks Off Summer Series with ‘A Certain Kind of Swing
Imagine this: A group of individuals from different ages and walks of life come together to play some of the most beautiful pieces in jazz music for an audience as unique as the performers themselves. The Starlight Jazz Orchestra celebrated its 78th session of free concerts, kicking off the first of their eight summer […]