Kazakhstan, a republic of the former Soviet Union, became a cradle of world cosmonautics in the 1960s. Cosmodrome “Baikonur,” a Soviet spaceport, opened there in 1955. All Soviet space missions of the 1960s -1980s had a beginning at “Baikonur.” Yuri Gagarin, the first male-astronaut in the world, completed his legendary flight into outer space on […]
Skiatook Celebrates 75th Anniversary of Pioneer Day Festivities
Each year, residents of many small towns and cities around the state look forward to their Founder’s Day celebrations, and the residents of Skiatook, Okla., are no exception. Every September brings with it the annual Pioneer Day Carnival, Parade, and Rodeo, commemorating the “pioneer origins” of the town, just 20 minutes north of Tulsa. The […]
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 […]
Expand your horizons and transform your life with TCC’s Study Abroad trips
Did you know that Tulsa Community College offers study abroad trips? Every year for several decades now, TCC’s Study Abroad Program offers students life-changing opportunities and educational experiences to travel internationally and broaden their horizons. While traditional semester-long exchange programs are popular, shorter trips spanning around eight to 14 days are proven to be impactful. […]
Review: Keating’s ‘Lost Dream of Route 66’ exhibit highlights the unseen stories of the storied highway
The University of Tulsa recently sponsored an exhibit “Lost Dream of Route 66” by Edward Keating. The photographs were of the early and famed Route 66 from 1977 to 2003. The photo display shown was not only a piece of the history of Route 66, but it was also a part of Edward Keating’s life […]
Pawnee Bill Ranch: Touring Oklahoma’s Deep Past
In the rural, unassuming town of Pawnee, Okla., a piece of history is presented to visitors. Pawnee Bill Ranch symbolizes the pioneering spirit of the late 1800s and early 1900s. The ranch is a preserved and revered part of Oklahoma’s past. Gordon Lillie, who later took on the moniker Pawnee Bill while living and working with […]
Review: Wildflower Art Market Autumn Celebration gives visitors a cultural exhibit on Route 66
On Route 66 in Tulsa, there is an art festival known as the Wildflower Art Market Autumn Celebration, Sept. 30. The annual exhibition offers a cultural experience for Tulsans and others visiting this iconic road in America. There are various shops set up in the area of the Meadow Gold District, including art vendors displaying […]
Reporter’s Notebook
Chicago O’Hare International Airport is a charming place to visit Chicago O’Hare International Airport is the world’s most connected airport. It covers over 7,000 acres of area and served 54 million passengers in 2021. The airport is named after Edward O’Hare, a WWII hero. Tatyana Nyborg, TCC Connection Metro Campus editor, recently visited Chicago O’Hare […]
Reporter’s Notebook
Tulsa International Airport recovers after the pandemic When Tatyana Nyborg, TCC Connection Metro Campus editor, traveled in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2021, Tulsa International Airport was half empty. Almost all restaurants and shops were closed at the airport, and everybody had to wear masks. A company located inside the airport offered pandemic […]
Review: OK Renaissance Festival is a trip back in time
I am wearing a long green dress. After traversing across a dusty field toward a large castle, I am greeted at the gate by two friendly women wearing flowy shirts with corsets and long skirts. After being granted entrance at the gate, I stepped into a rambling village. There are a blacksmith’s forge, food stalls, […]