Game plan
A proposed roundtable session to discuss the ballot initiative petition became an anti-State Question 807 session when authors and proponents of that initiative failed to show and the writer of State Question 808 walked out after reading his proposed constitutional amendment. About 100 people showed up for the discussion, held at the CBD Plus headquarters,…
Scented apprentice
Smells Like Nirvana 8 p.m. Jan. 11 Diamond Ballroom 8001 S. Eastern Ave. diamondballroom.com 405-677-9169 $13 As a kid, Paul Wandtke wanted to be Kurt Cobain, but Wandtke’s brother had another idea. “To tell you the truth, I grew up listening Nirvana, and when I saw Kurt on TV, I said, ‘I want to do…
Cover: Winter contingency
Sixteen people experiencing homelessness in Oklahoma City died during winter 2017. Some froze to death on the streets while others died trying to stay warm in fires that got out of control. Having somewhat of a cold weather plan in place to shelter people experiencing homelessness was not enough to save those lives. That was…
Oklahoma-grown
When he took the stage at Cowboy Cup to accept the back-to-back awards for best indoor flower and grand champion flower, he did not do so as Jeremy Jones but as Jeremy Purple Tangie. Jones is the owner and public face of Purple Tangie. While he is not the only employee, being the public face…
Friendship foundation
The Hive Eatery in Edmond, 1141 E. Second Street, was born out of the bond between friendship and the desire to provide a dining destination that will make guests happy if they’re searching for indulgent comfort food or if they need organic, allergen-free clean eating. Ailene Siharath met Stephanie Ward-Armstrong during one of the most…
‘Surprise Surprise’
Josh Abbott Band 8 p.m. Jan. 11 The Criterion 500 E. Sheridan Ave. criterionokc.com 405-840-5500 $25-$50 Josh Abbott had a full day ahead. “I’m on dad duty right now,” Abbott said toward the end of our phone interview. “I just finished grocery shopping … and now I have to unload the groceries, which is the…
Rim shot
Why Not? Comedy Show 7 p.m. Jan. 10 Tower Theatre 425 NW 23rd St. towertheatreokc.com 405-708-6937 $40-$1000 Back for its fourth year, the Why Not? Comedy Show returns to Oklahoma City Jan. 10. The show’s co-founder, NBA point guard Russell Westbrook, also returns to OKC that week — in a Houston Rockets uniform. On Jan.…
Chicken-Fried News: High offerings
Giving season is essentially over, but it seems like some businesses found it hard to participate in holiday philanthropy. Fox 25 recently reported two instances of local dispensaries trying to give back during the season. Only one of them was successful. Sweetleaf Health Center and Dewey United Methodist Church partnered to give five families baskets…
Rough takeoff
Once word of State Question 806 began making the rounds, the cannabis sphere was instantly teeming with fury. The petition was withdrawn 11 days later, but a revised version is expected to be filed before the year’s end. The buzz began quietly while people first learned of State Question 806, then as more people gave…
Gazedibles: Trendsetting
The ability to connect with sustainable and local products is becoming more and more important for conscientious diners. Trends point to more restaurants offering mindfully sourced products. These seven businesses are on the forefront of trends. By Jacob Threadgill with provided and Gazette / file photos Urban Agrarian 1235 SW Second St. uaoklahoma.com | 405-231-1919…
American variations
Minimalism in a New World 8 p.m. Jan. 11 Civic Center Music Hall 201 N. Walker Ave. okcphil.org 405-594-8300 $19-$82 What do composers Frank Zappa, Philip Glass and Antonín Dvořák have in common? “First of all, I really love all of them,” said Oklahoma City Philharmonic musical director and conductor Alexander Mickelthwate. “I wanted to…
A-list comedy
NYE w/John Heffron 7:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Tuesday Bricktown Comedy Club 401 E. California Ave. bricktowncomedy.com 405-594-0505 $20-$30 A new comedy club bringing national headliners to downtown OKC is now open. Bricktown Comedy Club had two shows last weekend and already has comedians booked through July. Bricktown Comedy Club, operated by family-owned BARK Entertainment,…
Chicken-Fried News: Helping hand
Businessman-turned-politician Kevin Stitt might have parlayed some of the same energy that elected businessman-turned-politician Donald Trump to the White House to become Oklahoma’s governor, but he’s not exactly falling in lockstep with the president on every decision. At the urging of Oklahoma faith leaders, Stitt sent a memo to U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo…
Chicken-Fried News: Heavenly treasures
Oklahoma’s property taxes, according to Oklahoma Policy Institute, are among the lowest in the U.S., but a recent report from journalism nonprofit The Frontier reveals that for some properties, the taxes are even lower — as in zero. “State law grants tax exemption to properties ‘used exclusively and directly for fraternal or religious purposes,’” The…
Flower Review: Gelato Cake #1
Strain name: Gelato Cake #1 Grown by: Purple Tangie Cannabis Co. Acquired from: Eden Rose Dispensary Date acquired: Dec. 18 THC/CBD percentages: 19.45 percent/.85 percent (per Oklahoma Compliance Testing Lab) Physical traits: light green with purple, few stigmas, frosted with trichomes Bouquet: earthy and gassy Review: You already know what you are getting into just…
Ron’s special
Ron’s Hamburgers & Chili 4723 N. May Ave. ronsburgersandchili.com 405-286-9172 What works: The hand-cut fries are a treat while the classic chili is a meat-lover’s paradise. What needs work: The texture on the sausage burger is more lean than a regular burger. Tip: Root beer is served in a frosted mug. In a state rich…
