An ongoing pandemic, supply chain disruptions, worker shortages and political unrest have laid bare the fragility of our societal foundations. Combine these current challenges with the constant threat of natural disasters and it’s easy to imagine how civilization can begin to unravel at the seams. Are you ready for the next crisis? A basic, disaster […]
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BBQ, hold the meat
Nabati 7101 Northwest Expressway #300 Nabati is the spot for vegan BBQ-inspired pizza. This casual Mediterranean restaurant has an impressive variety of pizzas, platters, sandwiches, and desserts. Nabati means “plant-based” in Arabic, and vegans will appreciate being able to order anything from the 100 percent vegan menu. Try the BBQ pizza with crispy bits of […]
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House District Race 88
Oklahoma House of Representatives District 88 contains many well-known OKC landmarks: Oklahoma City University, the Paseo and the Plaza District. In the primary election on June 28, Democrats and registered independent voters will choose who advances to the general election. The winner will face independent candidate Jed Green on Nov. 8. Incumbent Rep. Mauree Turner […]
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Love transcends
OKC PrideFest is hoping for clear skies its second year after inclement weather derailed their parade plans on its first run. The June 25 parade route hasn’t yet been announced but will still pass city hall and ends this year at the intersection of Oklahoma City Boulevard and Thunder Drive. It begins at 10 a.m. […]
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Pride is solidarity
[editor’s note: In the more than half a century since the Stonewall riots in New York City, Pride has become increasingly visible and inclusive. 2SLGBTQIA+ people have spent decades forging a path for subsequent generations to be able to openly live authentic lives. What follows is a profile of one such young woman.] Ramona Waylon […]
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Channel surfing
Go to Lake Thunderbird any day in any season of the year and you just might spot Piers J. Hale putting in the work. Most swimmers track their distance in meters or yards. Hale counts miles. At the end of June, weather permitting, he will swim across the English Channel. This feat, known as the […]
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Keeping score
On any given early morning while his family is still asleep, you’ll find Cory Perschbacher firing up his studio computer to compose music for film and TV. Perschbacher, an Oklahoma City native, wrote the score for Out of Exile, a crime drama feature from writer/director/producer Kyle Kauwika Harris. The film premieres at deadCenter Film Festival. […]
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Beyond willpower
[editor’s note: Brandi Bramlett, a board-certified behavior analyst, is a clinical director who helps people on the autism spectrum develop functional behaviors. In her personal life, she applies behavioral science to her passion for health and fitness. Her expertise in human behavior and her passion for a healthy lifestyle uniquely qualify her for sharing evidence-based […]
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The four elements of Christmas
RACE Dance Collective was founded by Hui Cha Poos in 2008 with the goal of creating more professional dance opportunities in the OKC metro area, especially for dancers who want to stay in Oklahoma long-term. Poos saw what it would take to create and sustain a vibrant local dance scene, and did it through collaboration […]
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Dreams of a Bikeable OKC
A bicycle infrastructure advocate shares how everyone benefits from a bikeable community and how you can get involved in creating positive change