A miniature panther — Sir Indiana Bones — stalks the Museum of Osteology or Skulls Unlimited, and if you visit, you might just run into him. The team welcomed the now 4-year-old black cat in 2019, and he’s been prowling the museum grounds ever since. After pleading for a staff pet for several months, the […]
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Citizen Spotlight: Heather Hernandez
Where one person may see something as broken and beyond repair, Heather Hernandez sees endless possibilities and a bright future. A lifelong dog lover, Heather started Mutt Misfits to help sick, injured and disfigured dogs often passed over in shelters or euthanized because of the costs associated with their rehabilitation. “My family’s always been crazy […]
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Never solo
Oklahoma City welcomed a new kind of restaurant in 2021, serving both humans and canines. Its namesake never lived to see its opening, but his spirit is inherent in the popular northwest OKC spot. The demanding hours of the hospitality industry meant Julianne Thomas spent enormous amounts of time away from home and from her […]
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Safety in packs
They have made the decision to leave. Arrangements have been made for themselves and their children. But without their pets, they’re not going anywhere. “Statistics say that anywhere from 69 to 89 percent of those who are in an abusive household will not leave because of their pets, knowing that the abuser will use the […]
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The Toe Tag: Bee Aware
K9 officers are well-known resources in law enforcement for finding bombs and drugs fleeing criminals, while cadaver dogs are indispensable partners with their capacity to help find deceased individuals, but what if I told you honey bees can be trained to serve a similar function? Enter Megan Ladish, honey bee charmer extraordinaire. Ladish, a second-year […]
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Coffee with cats
Oklahoma City will welcome its first cat cafe this spring. don’t stress meowt – Cat Cafe [ed. note: henceforth referred to as “Meowt”] will offer patrons a delicious cup of coffee, tasty snacks, and a chance to meet their new furry best friend. Adam and Michaela Fitzpatrick love cats, but filling their home with them […]
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Dog park reviews with Edgar
In urban living, dog parks provide pet owners a safe place to let their canine friends roam free and socialize. According to our expert dog park reviewer and unofficial mascot, here are the best free off-leash dog parks in Oklahoma City. Midtown Mutts 407 W Park Pl. www.midtownmutts.org If you’re ready to socialize and take […]
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Fall Guide: Oktoberfest Beer
Forget pumpkin spice. It’s Oktoberfest season, and Oklahoma’s craft brewers have stepped up to the plate with their rendition of the seasonal lager. The Märzen, or March beer, is known for being malty and rich. The remaining bottles were traditionally served during Oktoberfest in Bavaria, which begins mid-September. Coop — OKtoberfest Coop has been brewing […]
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Fall Guide: Hey, Let’s go ride!
There are few ways to get closer to a city than with a bike ride. For over four years, Ride OKC has illuminated a different, deeper side of the metro through their tours. Focusing on history, architecture, and local businesses, Ride OKC is committed to providing a communal experience rather than the rigid, congested tours […]
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Oklahoma Gazette’s Forty Under 40 Class of 2019
The diverse group of honorees in this year’s Forty Under 40 class provides a glimpse of what the future of Oklahoma City might look like — driven, enterprising, community-minded and abundantly creative. These are individuals striving to make Oklahoma a richer, better place by impacting various groups and issues in unique ways through work in […]