Cover Story Teaser: Beau Jennings returns to NMF and brings the soundtrack to Will Rogers’ life
Local singer-songwriter Beau Jennings talks to Oklahoma Gazette about his history with ever-expanding Norman Music Festival (NMF) as he readies his live festival debut of The Verdigris, a soundtrack for the story of Will Rogers’ life. NMF runs Thursday-Saturday. P. 35. — By Jennifer Chancellor On the cover: The statue of Norman-born actor James Garner…
Pennsylvania band brings loud emotion to The Conservatory
Balance and Composure is on a cross-country tour that brings them through okc Saturday.
Superintendent Robert Neu called the district’s high suspension rate — especially among minority students — an unacceptable culture of sorting students that he plans to stop.
Superintendent Robert Neu called the district’s high suspension rate — especially among minority students — an unacceptable culture of sorting students that he plans to stop.
Trailhead embarks on downtown hiking adventure
Seventy five residents took part in the first Trailhead OKC urban hike on Sunday, completing a 6.2 mile journey through nearly every corner of downtown Oklahoma City.
VIDEO: Rebuilding Together brings army to Classen Ten Penn
Over 1,000 volunteers took part in Rebuilding Together OKC’s annual rebuilding day, which repaired 30 homes in the Classen Ten Penn neighborhood in west Oklahoma City.
Camaraderie, humility played roles in bombing recovery efforts
A close relationship between city leaders made a difference in the hours and days following the April 19, 1995 bombing in Oklahoma City.
Modern dance group to perform at OCCC
When many people hear the words “modern dance,” they tend to give a shiver or a shrug. This is something that Pilobolus Dance Theatre knows all too well, even going as far as to acknowledge it in their unofficial tagline, calling themselves a “dance company for those that like dance and also for those that…
Poos Taekwondo teams up with UCO for Olympic training program
After 40 years teaching self-defense and competitive taekwondo in Oklahoma, Poos Taekwondo delves into Olympic training.
KXY a radio staple for more than 30 years
This country music station has stuck with its audience through many changes.
OKG Eat: #okcstrong urban renewal
Twenty years after the bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building, the area around The Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum has come back stronger than ever before.
Now streaming: Salad Days and My First Mister
Salad Days: A Decade of Punk in Washington, D.C. screens at select theaters nationwide, and My First Mister is available on Netflix, iTunes, Google Play and Amazon.
Local businessman finds Success with a little help from a distilling icon
Jeff Thurmon learned to make vodka by trial and error.
Letters to the Editor: April 15, 2015
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Lawton artist brings larger-than-life work to Paseo
Despite his short time as an artist, Robert Peterson has a growing fan base.
Q&A with Georgie Rasco, executive director of Neighborhood Alliance of Central Oklahoma
Georgie Rasco talks with Oklahoma Gazette about the importance of neighborhoods and the work of neighborhood associations.
More than a somber anniversary, this year also marks the two-decade renaissance of our city
This cluster between Midtown and downtown is one of dozens across our urban landscape where new restaurants, coffee shops and art galleries have opened, giving Oklahoma City renewed economic hope after decades of decay.
#okcstrong 20 things to know now, 20 years after the bombing
Each year, its survivors and victims are commemorated, and this week, a series of memorials, events and productions pay tribute to the men, women and children who lost their lives.
BLOG: Lawmaker removes LGBT protections from rideshare bill
Protections for LGBT riders removed from bill that regulates Uber and Lyft.
Christian artist wants listeners to find spiritual strength in new album
Brian Nhira is a Christ-inspired artist who makes music for everyone.
Chicken-Fried News: Everything goes
For a cool $3.45 million, you could be the new owner of Kevin Durant’s ballin’ Miami condo.
Chong Wah creates distinctive Asian specialties with Western flair
Actual Chinese food has almost nothing to do with American Chinese food. Thank goodness.
Chicken-Fried News: Funeral crashers
A man and woman were arrested recently for causing a majorly disrespectful ruckus during a funeral in Purcell.
Come for the food. Stay for the food. Hey, is anyone hungry? Oh, look; there’s some art.
Come for the food. Stay for the food. Hey, is anyone hungry? Oh, look; there’s some art.
OBU literature professor named State Poet Laureate
Oklahoma’s new State Poet Laureate draws inspiration from modern life and history in the state.
Commentary: What the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building bombing taught us
It is hard to believe that 20 years have passed. I was taking roll in a public speaking class at Oklahoma City University that fateful morning, and a young woman who was often tardy strolled in at 9:05 and said, “Sorry I’m late, but they just blew up a building over there.” I remember thinking…
Oklahoma teens selected for National Youth Orchestra
Oklahoma teen musicians to tour in July
Renowned yogi to teach at This Land Yoga
It says something about Oklahoma City that famed yoga instructor Patrick Beach will soon teach at Betina Wills’ studio. “It’s exciting that we, the (local) yoga community, have grown enough to be able to do that and not worry about if we can pay for him to be here or if anyone will show up,”…
News briefs: Councilman Pat Ryan retires, school board rejects OKC Bounty Hunters and more
So long “Your paper once called me a ‘grumpy old man,’” Councilman Pat Ryan (pictured) told the Oklahoma Gazette reporter in his office before a long pause. “That’s the only thing you’ve ever got right about me.” Ryan, a 10-year member of the Oklahoma City Council, often came across as a man with rough edges,…
First Christian Church used as Family Disaster Relief Center after OKC Bombing
After the Oklahoma City bombing, First Christian Church was used as a communication post, among other things.
Dreamers shake up reality with music, critical appeal
Dreamers ride the surreal wave it created all the way to Diamond Ballroom.
Anthem beers available at Energy FC matches
Oklahoma City-based Anthem Brewing Company is the craft beer sponsor of the Oklahoma City Energy Football Club.
Cover Story Teaser: More than a somber anniversary, this year also marks the two-decade renaissance of our city
Twenty years have passed since the bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building on April 19, 1995. In this issue, Oklahoma Gazette looks at how it still impacts city development and growth, how our interfaith communities pulled together and why our reaction helped redefine our city and state. P.4, 6, 14, 26, 29, 30…
Chicken-Fried News: Bike hate
It turns out Oklahoma City isn’t very bike-friendly at all, but we are trying to change.
Chicken-Fried News: Prove it
Jim Inhofe is using his job on the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee to ask questions about climate change.
Comedian brings his rants, wrath to The Boom
Comedian Del Shores brings his wit and burning appeal to OKC.
Music by Moby, Patsy Cline and Frank Sinatra fill this eclectic, modern triple bill
Artistic Director Robert Mills has heard the same comment from patrons for seven years at Oklahoma City Ballet.
Local record stores celebrate indie holiday Saturday
Part of what makes local record shops so great is their ability to bring people together while flouting traditional music industry rules.
Rapper and producer Darya Faiazi wants musicians to join him to promote local artists
Local artist Darya Faiazi is hoping his desire to grow and promote artists in the Oklahoma City area can incite throngs of musicians to join his cause.
Chicken-Fried News: Moving on
Oil tycoons, including Harold Hamm, want you to just ignore all those earthquakes we keep having.
Storyboard artist visits Bricktown Brewery
Writer and artist Gabriel Hardman visits OKC to speak about graphic arts for AIGA.
Nuggets Food News: Green & Grilled expansion, Thunder-themed wine and more
Popular north-side restaurant and food truck Green & Grilled is expanding to Edmond this spring with a new location at 1389 E. 15th St.
Commentary: #okcstrong Hope springs from tragedy
Many ask me why I live in a state that vilifies and marginalizes minority groups.
Leader of Kite Flying Robot returns to U.S. to play shows
Nikolas Thompson is back from South Korea to play a limited number of shows.
Hofmeister works toward change
State Superintendent Joy Hofmeister focuses on students and completes her cabinet after a few months on the job.
