Cover Teaser: DOLLED UP: Deconstructing an American icon
Barbie is more than a toy. She is an icon. Is she pure? Overtly sexual? Independent? Subversive? Submissive? In Altered Barbie: Nobody’s Fool, 32 women artists from across Oklahoma alter the icon as they interpret Barbie and her place in society. By Laura Eastes Cover by Anna Shilling
Oklahoma City Ballet offers a class to help seniors stay fit
The Golden Swans class is for residents at The Fountains at Canterbury retirement home, but OKC Ballet hopes to expand the program.
Samantha Crain cuts loose while keeping focused on new album You Had Me At Goodbye
Crain has an album release show with Husbands 8 p.m. March 24 at Opolis in Norman.
Influential initiative
“I hired people of color, for the most part, who didn’t have the training to be a journalist,” Russell Perry said. “I trained them.”
Native American gaming contributed $7.2 billion to Oklahoma’s economy in 2015.
Native American gaming contributed $7.2 billion to Oklahoma’s economy in 2015.
Creative Oklahoma focuses on fostering Oklahoma’s creative community
Creative Oklahoma fosters innovative thinking and honors Oklahoma Creativity Ambassadors at its annual gala.
Gazedibles: Naming rights
Restaurateurs around the metro decided the names of these restaurants should honor someone special.
Go on a thrift store safari for a quirky, budget-friendly workspace makeover
If your office or cubicle has all the personality of an off-brand stapler or a free paperweight, don’t fret. Any workspace can go from boring to fun and chat-worthy with just a little money and a lot of imagination. There are many destinations in the metropolitan area for budget-conscious buyers to peruse secondhand goods. But…
The Claudettes bring a blended sound to Norman’s The Depot
Band founder Johnny Iguana has learned from some of the jazz masters.
OKC rapper Brandon Bee makes a buzz with his ’10k Gold’ video
Brandon Bee approaches hip-hop with a stylistic flair.
Cover Story: Local impact! How federal decisions affect local lives and communities
“They are trying to create and turn citizens against the environment and environmentalism, which troubles me more than anything,” Bridgwater said.
Pita the fool who doesn’t explore ZamZam’s excellent Mediterranean menu
The spice of the kufta leaches into the sauce, countering the mild bitterness. It’s a symphony of textures and flavors. Like many great dishes, it’s easy to eat and fun to ponder.
New book Becoming Brave tells the story behind marriage equality in Oklahoma
Both Sharon and Mary Bishop-Baldwin worked for Tulsa World during their yearslong legal battle.
Roughtail Brewing Company and Girl Scout cookies make a sweet duo
“Some of the more fruity beers work well with lighter flavors, while the darker beers, which are heavier, go with a heavy cookie,” he said.
Chicken-Fried News: Tribal court
The Pawnee Nation is taking oil and gas companies to tribal court and seeking compensation for damages due to earthquakes.
Chefs’ Feast returns to OKC to raise money for Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma
Participating restaurants include chef Back Door Barbecue, Big Truck Tacos, Pizzeria Gusto, Gages Steakhouse, Republic Gastropub and The Drake Seafood and Oysterette.
CAIR-OK focuses on building bridges at the state Capitol
The third annual Muslim Day at the Capitol gave participants a chance to speak to their lawmakers about concerns in person.
Chicken-Fried News: Suspicious supplier
Former Feed the Children CEO J.C. Watts sounded an alarm that led to an ongoing investigation of the internationally famous nonprofit.
OKC Zoo and Nature Conservancy create research partnership
Current studies are researching fires, surveying mammals and monitoring amphibians for diseases.
Food Briefs: Oak & Ore celebrates two years, local chefs launch Beer Club
Oak & Ore is also using the opportunity to debut new menu items.
Letters to the Editor: March 15, 2017
The result: three Republicans, all “humble and loyal family men,” according to their websites.
Legendary Willie Nelson harmonica player Mickey Raphael has seen many high times in his music career
Raphael performs with Willie Nelson & Family 9 p.m. Friday at WinStar World Casino and Resort.
OKC Dodgers host CommUNITY Run event promoting togetherness
The OKC Dodgers Baseball Foundation hosted its first running event in 2015.
Jewel Box Theatre’s Bus Stop takes an amusing look at relationships
The play was written by Pulitzer Prize winner William Inge.
BrickUniverse LEGO Fan Convention puts the power of creativity on display
The convention runs March 18-19 at Cox Convention Center.
Styx prepares for St. Patrick’s Day show at Riverwind Casino
The Norman gig is the third Styx show in Oklahoma in two months.
Anti-protest bills could curb freedom of speech or provide protection in Oklahoma
House Bill 1123 would enhance trespassing laws, and House Bill 2128 would hold protesters and individuals or entities that financially aid them liable for property damage.
Chicken-Fried News: Questionable judgment
An Oklahoma Representative made national news recently for making Muslim students fill out a problematic questionnaire in order to meet with him.
Chicken-Fried News: Strip search
A man was caught on camera trying to steal bacon from a local grocery store.
