Cover Teaser: HOLIDAY CHEER! What do, see, eat and drink this season
’Tis the season for toasts, entertaining, fine dining, spending time with friends and family and experiencing all the bright lights, laughter and warmth our city has to offer. Check out our coverage of all these glorious things in this week’s Holiday Cheer special issue. By Gazette Staff and Contributors. Cover by Anna Shilling.
UPDATE Legendary musician and Tulsa Sound pioneer Leon Russel dies at 74
Legendary Oklahoma-born musician and songwriter Leon Russell has died at age 74, his wife confirms.
Music legend and Tulsa Sound pioneer Leon Russell dies at 74
Legendary Oklahoma-born musician and songwriter Leon Russell has died at age 74, his wife confirms.
Haunted Oklahoma City book takes readers on a tour through paranormal history
The books’ authors looked to provide as much fact behind each story as possible.
Art Hall brings a public gallery to The Rise in Uptown 23rd District
Art Hall made its debut in March during the Open Streets OKC festival.
Rapper Sturk draws inspiration from his brother and hometown
Sturk released the album Chickasha this summer.
![The key to success in such a rapidly growing industry, Alyssa said, “[is] to find your niche and go with it, because if you try to do everything, it’s too much.”](https://i0.wp.com/www.okgazette.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/oklahoma-drone-photography-5000gf.webp?resize=600%2C450&quality=80&ssl=1)
The key to success in such a rapidly growing industry, Alyssa said, “[is] to find your niche and go with it, because if you try to do everything, it’s too much.”
The key to success in such a rapidly growing industry, Alyssa said, “[is] to find your niche and go with it, because if you try to do everything, it’s too much.”
“If we aren’t willing to confront that we have suffering right under our noses, we are doing a huge disservice to our fellow citizens,” Mélon said.
“If we aren’t willing to confront that we have suffering right under our noses, we are doing a huge disservice to our fellow citizens,” Mélon said.
Doctor Strange shatters the god complex in one of Marvel’s best movies yet
Palmer and Strange dance the tired dance between the arrogant dick and the patient woman who is always there for him.
Gazedibles: Snack attack
Meals are such a commitment. Sitting at a table, making conversation, wearing pants — who has time for that? And sometimes, people just aren’t that hungry. What makes snacks so great is that you can eat them on the go, while you’re on the phone and they’re the perfect size. Still hungry? Eat another snack.…
Shannon Miller speaks at Celebrate Pink OKC luncheon
Celebrate Pink OKC is Oklahoma Project Woman’s fundraiser to support health services for low-income and uninsured Oklahomans.
Childhood obesity hits Oklahoma hard
Local programs fight to educated citizens and provide them with access to fresh food and exercise.
Oklahoma City ballet program reaches underserved students through dance
Students are provided with ballet shoes at Positive Tomorrows, Oklahoma’s only elementary school specifically serving children from homeless families.
Lucius brings ’80s-styled synths and harmonized vocals to ACM@UCO Performance Lab
Vocalists Holly Laessig and Jess Wolfe developed their theatrical stage dress as a nod to artists like David Bowie and The Supremes.
“All these tires are gel-filled. So if you get a flat, it’s kind of like Fix a Flat that is already built into it,” Smith said.
“All these tires are gel-filled. So if you get a flat, it’s kind of like Fix a Flat that is already built into it,” Smith said.
Chicken-Fried News: Bad grades?
Oklahoma’s A-F school report cards are out, and someone’s definitely in trouble.
Oklahoma native creates online marketplace for space
Raw Space for Rent users visit Cindy Convery’s website to rent garages, attics, sheds, patios, backyards, gardens and offices.
Food Briefs: Rick Bayless, Barrios Fine Mexican Dishes, Empire Slice House and more
Oklahoman celebrity chef Rick Bayless wins Julia Child Award, Barrios Fine Mexican Dishes opens and Empire Slice House wins the Mark Costello Entrepreneurial Excellence in Oklahoma Award.
Johnnie’s Charcoal Broiler turns 45 years old
Johnnie’s hasn’t changed much in the last 45 years, but with signature burgers and innovative new ideas, it will be around for years to come.
Chicken-Fried News: Economic hate
Members of Oklahoma City and Tulsa chambers of commerce are worried Oklahoma legislators focus too much on social issues.
Immigration to OKC helped turn the city into a pho lovers’ paradise
Vietnamese immigrants created the city’s Asian District and citizens’ love for ph?.
Legendary musician and audio engineer Alan Parsons plays Nov. 19 at Rose State College
Parsons’ work has a studio engineer has brought him behind the scenes on landmark albums by The Beatles and Pink Floyd.
Artist Christie Owen’s work grew from a means of self-therapy
Owen’s Surroundings exhibit is on display through Jan. 7 at Oklahoma Hall of Fame at Gaylord-Pickens Museum.
Small Works, Great Wonders is a more manageable way to buy art
Pieces in the exhibit must be no larger than 16-by-20 inches. Ceramics and sculptures must fit in a 20-inch box.
Visual artists Robert Peterson and Karam bring exhibits to JRB Art at the Elms
Work from both artists will be on display through Nov. 27.
Letters to the Editor: Nov. 9, 2016
Most Oklahomans have little to no sympathy or empathy for the megawealthy, high-rolling energy barons who have been living high on the hog.
Chicken-Fried News: Frequent caller
One OKC woman found out the hard way that you can’t keep calling the police for funsies.
Chicken-Fried News: Maybe it’s the stickers?
A study that resulted in a ranked list of politically engaged states shows Oklahomans are definitely lacking when it comes to voting and politics.
Chicken-Fried News: He’s GOAT!
Thunder point guard Russell Westbrook tied a historic record in a recent game against the Phoenix Suns and made everyone feel a lot better about KD leaving.
Pin-Ups on Tour honors veterans with free admission to its show 8 p.m. Sunday at Jazmo’z Bourbon St. Café.
Pin-Ups on Tour honors veterans with free admission to its show 8 p.m. Sunday at Jazmo’z Bourbon St. Café.
Oklahoma City-County Health Department holds town hall meetings to get community insight
OCCHD will use information gathered at the meetings to develop initiatives and make changes to programming to improve community health.
Steppin’ Out with Ben Vereen hits OCCC’s Visual and Performing Arts Center Theater Nov. 18.
Steppin’ Out with Ben Vereen hits OCCC’s Visual and Performing Arts Center Theater Nov. 18.
