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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
What is your title with TCC? I am an Associate Professor of English. How long have you worked at TCC? I have worked at TCC full-time for 14 years. If you include my time as an adjunct, that goes up to 16 years. What is your degree (s)? I have a bachelor’s degree in English…
A musical about the legendary Michael Jackson will have you ready to dance and enjoy his timeless hits. The highly anticipated multiple Tony Award-winning “MJ: The Musical” is on its way to Tulsa. From Oct. 15-20, the Broadway-produced smash hit will appear at the Tulsa Performing Arts Center, 110 E. 2nd St. This exciting journey…
It is 7:30 am on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, and I am loading up my stepdad’s SUV with tailgating items to head to the University of Tulsa for a game against Oklahoma State University’ football team. We made a quick stop at Quik Trip for ice, water, and Gatorade, then we were off on our…
Casey Rocket was nothing short of a fourth quarter comeback with seconds on the clock. Quick, poised and “in the pocket” during his sets recently at the Blue Whale Comedy Festival. The nationally renowned comedian walked out on the stage doing his famous crab walk before gracing the people at a sold-out show in Bob’s…
Juneteenth, sponsored by Tulsa Juneteenth and the Tulsa community, was celebrated June 13-15. The annual event features music, arts and crafts, and food. Held in the Greenwood district, the regional event attracts tens of thousands of individuals from in, around, and outside of the city. The event’s significance this year was to recognize the day…
