Cover Teaser: Summer Brew Review is here!
Oklahoma Gazette’s panel of experts and enthusiasts blind-tasted more than 30 craft and seasonal brews and rated them on aroma, appearance, taste, mouthfeel and overall goodness. We proudly present the top 16 in the Gazette’s 2017 Summer Brew Review. By Gazette Staff. Cover by Christopher Street.
Review: Iron Maiden at Chesapeake Arena
No matter where fans are from, the raw power of “The Book of Souls” was enough to unite any group of people. Many Iron Maiden songs are extravagantly powerful, especially played live, but this song topped them all.
A local West Wing watch party and discussion hopes to spark political interest
Let’s Fix This will host the episode screening and panel discussion June 29 in the Wheeler District.
Okilly Dokilly blends metalcore and The Simpsons’ Ned Flanders at 89th Street – OKC
The Phoenix, Arizona-based band began as an inside joke and blossomed into an internet phenomenon.
As the Oklahoma City Council prepares sales tax and bond propositions, conversations continue about how best to spend the funds
Some want the money to fund infrastructure improvements, and others believe the money should go to schools.
OACF hosts a speakers series advocating for people living with HIV and AIDS
The Positive Heroes Series begins July 25.
Metro schools take steps to protect the rights of LGBTQ students
Many Oklahoma school districts don’t have protections in place and put students and staff at risk for discrimination.
If you’re looking for a place to meet up with longtime friends or find some new ones, some of Oklahoma City’s most accepting bars welcome you.
If you’re looking for a place to meet up with longtime friends or find some new ones, some of Oklahoma City’s most accepting bars welcome you.
Oklahoma pop culture and gaming convention SoonerCon returns for its 26th year
This year’s literary guest of honor is Timothy Zahn, the writer who practically set the stage for Star Wars‘ initial expanded universe.
Cover Story: OKC Pride reflects on 30th anniversary as it marches toward the future
“This [parade] is an important moment for Oklahoma,” Rogers said. “It is difficult for many people to do. But we’re marching not in a militant fashion, but instead in a parade, which is first of all a lot more fun, and also to say and to show that we’re people just like anyone else.”
Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma uses Million Dollar Quartet to open up its summer season
The production is a collaboration with ZACH Theatre in Austin, Texas.
Oklahoma Chautauqua returns with performances and workshops that bring historic figures to life
The annual event focuses in on a new historic era each year.
OKC Urban Pride events encourage community to respect, welcome differences
“We hope that we can make it a successful yearly tradition,” she said. “This is the first year of a whole weekend.”
Gypsy Glam Roadshow hosts wine-themed festival
Gypsy Glam Roadshow’s Music and Wine Festival features Oklahoma wineries and breweries, food trucks and live entertainment.
Chicken-Fried News: #BuzzKill
West Nile Virus has been detected in Oklahoma County, but the health department released some good tips for staying virus-free.
Chicken-Fried News: Slow-burn Coburn
Comic-turned-senator Al Franken recently called out Oklahoma Sen. Tom Coburn’s sense of humor — or lack thereof — in an interview.
Austin’s The Bright Light Social Hour headlines this year’s OKC Pride Concert
The concert begins 8 p.m. Friday in 39th District.
The trans community alone has a reported 41 percent suicide rate, and as someone who’s personally dealt with ideations my whole life, I must stress that this isn’t actually a mental health issue.
The trans community alone has a reported 41 percent suicide rate, and as someone who’s personally dealt with ideations my whole life, I must stress that this isn’t actually a mental health issue.
The Hodgetwins bring internet laughs to a live audience at ACM@UCO Performance Lab
Keith and Kevin Hodge are known for their YouTube channels TwinMuscle, TheHodgetwins and askhodgetwins.
Food Briefs: Eôté Coffee summer tour, ForkLift Food Fest and more
Guests can tour the facility, including a pair of custom-built coffee roasters, Big Red and Little Red; see brewing method demonstrations; and talk with Eôté staff about where the coffee is sourced and created.
A new fast-casual restaurant reimagines Korean food
Gogi Go will offer classic Korean flavors over rice, in a salad or in a burrito.
Chicken-Fried News: Incarceration renovation
The city wants to know what it should do with its former jailhouse, and Chicken-Fried News has a few ideas.
OKC landmark First National Center faces a bright future
The $230 million building renovation is set to be completed in 2020.
Chicken-Fried News: Testing tracks
Amtrak recently sent an inspection train up the rails to Newton, Kansas, possibly in hopes to expand the Heartland Flyer’s service.
