Oklahoma Shakespeare in the Park opens its summer season June 11 with William Shakespeare’s The Tempest, a production that embraces the natural beauty of the Shakespeare Gardens as part of the storytelling. Directed by David Weber, the play runs through June 28 and explores themes of power, forgiveness and transformation through the story of Prospero, […]
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Great Race Brings Vintage Automotive History to Stockyards City
Oklahoma City will welcome one of the country’s most unique automotive events when the 2026 Hemmings Great Race presented by Coker Tire makes a stop in Stockyards City on Monday, June 22. Beginning at 4:30 p.m., approximately 140 antique automobiles will roll into the historic district along Exchange Avenue as part of the nine-day, 2,300-mile […]
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Todd Russ’ Perks
When it comes to managing taxpayer dollars, Oklahoma State Treasurer Todd Russ may have found a creative route around state rules. Sources tell CFN that Russ arranged for an unclaimed property office to operate near his Cordell home, allowing him to store a state-issued vehicle there and commute roughly 180 miles daily to Oklahoma City. […]
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Summer Salads
Let’s be honest, OKC isn’t really salad culture—but we do have great options amid all the fried, grilled, braised and cured meats around town. As with most dishes, you can go fully healthy or just pretend you’re eating healthy by indulging in an over-the-top dinner salad. We have a variety for you to choose among […]
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Jazz in June returns with Grammy winners, international acts and free workshops
Jazz in June returns to Norman’s Andrews Park June 18–20 with a lineup featuring Grammy-winning musicians, internationally recognized artists and free educational workshops throughout the festival weekend. The longtime Oklahoma festival remains free to attend and will once again offer daily daytime workshops at 2 p.m. hosted at Norman Public Library West and The Well, […]
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Name the Dog Sculpture at the OKC Louisa McCune Animal Welfare Center
The City of Oklahoma City is inviting the public to help name a new dog sculpture that will be installed at the Oklahoma City Louisa McCune Animal Welfare Center. The sculpture will be a welcoming feature at the new MAPS 4-funded facility, which is currently under construction and expected to open in 2027. The animal […]
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1515 Lincoln Gallery Presents Nature Morte, Curated by Elizabeth Wylie
1515 Lincoln Gallery presents Nature Morte, a new exhibition curated by Elizabeth Wylie, on view June 4 through August 1, 2026. Focusing on the still life tradition, the exhibition brings together a mix of historical and contemporary works drawn from the gallery’s collection, consigned artists, and additional selections that broaden the conversation around how everyday […]
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Work begins on May Avenue bridge replacement over NW Expressway
Construction is set to begin May 26 on a major traffic improvement project at May Avenue and Northwest Expressway, bringing lane closures, shifting traffic patterns and a redesigned interchange to one of Oklahoma City’s busiest corridors. The City of Oklahoma City, in partnership with the Oklahoma Department of Transportation, announced work will start Tuesday, May […]
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The Social Order to Open Dave’s Hot Chicken in Moore This Summer
Oklahoma City-based hospitality group The Social Order announced plans Monday to open a new Dave’s Hot Chicken location in Moore later this summer, replacing its longtime Fuzzy’s Taco Shop franchise near SW 19th Street and I-35. The new restaurant, located at 825 SW 19th St., Suite 13, is expected to open in early August 2026. […]