CULTURE

The History of Route 66: Road Fest 
Route 66, otherwise known as U. S. Highway 66, is something more than a strip of asphalt. It is a cultural icon ingrained in the American narrative.   Conceived in the …
Sam Combs’ Quiet Work: Building Spaces, Systems, and Pathways for Student Success at TCC
Behind the scenes, the former Tulsa Community College Board of Regents member Sam Combs III likes the kind of work most students never notice. “If we’re doing our job right,” …
From TCC to Hollywood: NASA Welcomes Oscar winner Wes Studi Home
The audience clapped and cheered, and Wes Studi smiled as he watched from his seat. He watched as Tulsa Community College students and faculty unveiled a six-by-five-foot portrait of his face.   The artwork depicted his 2019 Academy Award win. It …
A Day at The Outsiders Museum – Review
The Outsiders Museum, located in Tulsa Okla., is a very popular tourist attraction along Route 66. The house was bought by hip-hop artist, Danny Boy O’Connor, who is a big …
Trujillo Shares Her Journey Toward Creating More Equitable Healthcare 
Dr. Francisca Trujillo is a nurse practitioner and founder of Trujillo Multi-Healthcare, a general medicine clinic specializing in diabetes care. Trujillo Multi-Healthcare addresses a broad range of health conditions and diseases that can arise throughout a person’s lifetime, such as hypertension, anemia, eating disorders, as …
The World Celebrates Art Deco’s 100th Anniversary, What About Tulsa?  – Reporter’s Notebook, Part III
In the two previous columns on Art Deco, I introduced readers to events celebrating the 100th anniversary of Art Deco around the world and guided them through the Decopolis Tulsa Art Deco Museum.  But the most significant Art Deco attraction in Tulsa …
Tulsa State Fair Boomed with Unusual but Delicious Food  – Reporter’s Notebook
Every year, I go to the Tulsa State Fair to take pictures and write articles. I try hard to find something new and interesting for my readers. The 2025 Tulsa State Fair surprised me …
Heritage in Transition: A Ceremony of Continuity for the Ugandan Community – News Analysis
On June 28, 2025, the Oklahoma Ugandan Association (OUA) in Tulsa experienced a long awaited and yet bittersweet transition in its esteemed leadership.   The event was like a fine tapestry, …
Mae Baan Pop-Up: A Taste of Thailand in Tulsa – Review
Et Al. is a collective of chefs transforming the culinary scene in Tulsa. They host various events featuring a range of cuisines and service styles at Foolish Things Coffee.   Each member brings a unique taste and …
Navigating Tulsa: How TCC Students Can Use Public Transit to Reach All Five Campuses 
TCC partners with local public transportation provider MetroLink Tulsa, allowing students to ride the bus not only to all five campuses but throughout the Tulsa area for free.  It is pretty well …
Lessons from the Firehouse: A Firefighter’s Passion for Teaching  
Osha Davis will be featured in a soon-to-be-released documentary titled “Fighting More Than Fires,” which will showcase the living history of Black firefighters in Tulsa. (Photo provided by Keith Daniels)  Tulsa, Okla., boasts a sprawling diverse community of all backgrounds, cultures, and so much rich history, and Tulsa Community College (TCC) is no exception.    …
The WATT Festival Showcases Original Student-Written Productions, Dec. 5-7
Tulsa Community College Theatre announces The WATT Festival, a celebration of original student-written works in the Studio Theatre at the VanTrease Performing Arts Center at the Southeast Campus, 10300 E. 81st …
xOklahoma City Memorial and Museum – Holding the Memory of An Enduring Community – Review
The Memorial Museum, located in Oklahoma City, is a destination every Oklahoman should visit – and it is worth the 90-minute trip from Tulsa to get there and learn about how Oklahomans are supportive, united, and persistent. It teaches us …
FC Tulsa Hosts USL Championship Finals – What You Need to Know 
FC Tulsa will be facing Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC at the ONEOK Field in Tulsa, Okla. on Sat., Nov. 22 at 11 a.m., gates open at 9:30 a.m.  Both teams, as the Western and Eastern Champions, respectively, will go head-to-head to claim its first …
Sofar Sessions: Reimagining the Live Event Experience – Review
Sofar Sounds started with a burning question: “How can we preserve the magic of live shows that is often ruined by overcrowded venues and production errors?”   The solution was to create an intimate space that gave …
A Night with FC Tulsa: From Tailgate to Last-Second Glory – Sports Analysis
On Saturday, by 4 p.m., the sun was still shining over downtown Tulsa, and a cold breeze was making us remember that winter is coming, but the energy around ONEOK …
FC Tulsa Fosters a Community in Tulsa and Beyond
The TCC Connection had the opportunity to follow FC Tulsa’s journey through this year’s conference season. In a record-breaking year, for both performance and attendance, the club showcased not only …
MiTea: Where Creativity, Wellness, and Community Brew in Harmony 
When Tea Rush, artist and founder of MiTea, envisioned her business, she was not just thinking about tea; she was building a collective. From the very beginning, her intention was …
What Is Soccer, and Why It Matters If You Are in Tulsa? 
If you have never kicked a ball, never watched a match, and could not tell a corner kick from a coffee break, you are not alone. Soccer is the world’s …
Tulsa’s Route 66 Merchant, The Sky Gallery, Specializes in Artistic Souvenirs and Gifts  
Since Josh and Amanda Stout, owners of the RedFork Arts Foundry Tulsa, purchased The Sky Gallery, a gift, souvenir, and art shop at 1401 E. 11th St., Tulsa, the business …