There are those treks inspired by some greater power from the retail gods. They aren’t explainable, and they only happen when you least expect. Arguably most exciting and elusive are these rare occasions. Second, there are those trips when you need the perfect thing. It might be a top or a skirt or an accessory. […]
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A heavy duty
Oklahoma isn’t one of them. Ranked seventh in obesity with a rate of 31.4 percent, Oklahoma dropped to 48th in overall health last year. In 2004, only five of Oklahoma’s 77 counties recorded obesity rates of 30 percent or more; four years later that number spiked to 66. Adult obesity will take a crushing financial […]
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Invention Convention set for Feb. 28
Each year, the event is presented by inventor Julian Taylor, who holds more than 100 patented inventions, and former elementary teacher Betty Wright. From entries created by students from kindergarten through grade 12, winners are determined by a panel of more than 30 judges, including volunteers from Tinker Air Force Base and patent officers. left […]
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Bar none
“Watching the Super Bowl in the middle of the night with a bunch of Swedes, having to explain the rules and positions during the most important game of the year was pretty hilarious,” said Chad “Rad” Raunborg. He and partner Matt Buckley never expected to do anything remotely like that when the act began. The […]
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Hey Buddies
Parents: Is your elementary school kid moonlighting as a building contractor? Science Museum Oklahoma’s recently installed “Building Buddies” exhibit gives children a hands-on opportunity to learn about building and maintaining homes. The exhibit is geared toward children up to age 7, with a number of activities to keep little ones entertained for hours. “They are […]
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Mr. Popper’s Penguins / The Smurfs
Last time, I reviewed the movies “Rio,” “Monte Carlo” and “Judy Moody and the Not Bummer Summer” so my dad didn’t have to, but this time, I’m reviewing the movies “Mr. Popper’s Penguins” and “The Smurfs.” I loved the movie “Mr. Popper’s Penguins,” and everything about it. It was a comedy that I definitely enjoyed. […]
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Wanted: one male elephant
Rex’s Trek is trying to make that wish come true with a campaign to raise money to bring a male elephant named Rex to the Oklahoma City Zoo. It zoo already has three female elephants, Asha, Chandra and Malee, with whom Rex could mate. “I think he will fit in well. He was recommended to […]
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Wanted: one male elephant
Rex’s Trek is trying to make that wish come true with a campaign to raise money to bring a male elephant named Rex to the Oklahoma City Zoo. It zoo already has three female elephants, Asha, Chandra and Malee, with whom Rex could mate. “I think he will fit in well. He was recommended to […]
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All aboard!
Choo-choo! Santa’s ditched his sleigh in favor of new, more stylish ride: a train. Santa Claus will stop in on Saturday at the Oklahoma Railway Museum, 3400 N.E. Grand Blvd., to hear children’s Christmas wish lists. Santa will welcome passengers on his train who want to meet the jelly-bellied man and hear about his wild […]
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All aboard!
Choo-choo! Santa’s ditched his sleigh in favor of new, more stylish ride: a train. Santa Claus will stop in on Saturday at the Oklahoma Railway Museum, 3400 N.E. Grand Blvd., to hear children’s Christmas wish lists. Santa will welcome passengers on his train who want to meet the jelly-bellied man and hear about his wild […]