Photo: Nathan Poppe Right in the thick of a deep run into the NBA playoffs, Oklahoma City came together earlier this year in not only a frenzy of fandom, but a dawning realization that this indeed is a major-league city and, by extension, state. Somewhere between the OKC Thunder sweeping the Dallas Mavericks and taking […]
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Loving local
We parlayed that into a conversation about local artists, writers, dancers and musicians. Discussions like this remind me that the local arts and food scenes are doin’ just fine. Another area that shouldn’t be neglected is local shopping. Now, I know we’re all guilty of ordering things online because of convenience. Just for a second, […]
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Local heroes
Vince Gill, who was born in Norman and grew up in Oklahoma City, has already taken home a record 20 Grammys. He has now been nominated for induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. The impressive roster of Gill’s fellow nominees includes Elvis Costello, B.B. King and Ray Davies of The Kinks. Anthony Shadid, originally […]
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Hot wheels
Patty Wagon cook Andrew Jacobsen, owner Bryce Musick and Melissa Jacobsen Photo: Mark Hancock A permanent restaurant was always the end goal for Bryce Musick and his family, owners of Patty Wagon. “When we opened our food trailer in July of 2011, it was the first of many consecutive 100-degree days,” he said. “On a […]
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OKG7 off-campus diners
Padthai 119 W. Boyd, Norman 360-5551 If you’re running around campus in Norman and only have time for a quick meal, then Padthai should be at the top of your list. It’s a casual Thai house that consistently serves up tasty food. Try the red curry chicken or the basil beef. And of course you […]
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Ode to bacon
And, frankly, I know some vegetarians who love the stuff. (There are people who don’t eat bacon for religious reasons, of course, but for the purposes of my riff, work with me here.) So, to all you unicorns and wood nymphs and the girls my mom assured me would be interested in me when I […]
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Before the fall
As I trolled along, my foot was met with a sound that was familiar, yet strange. Crunch. I stooped down for inspection and saw underfoot what was unmistakably the remains of a dead leaf. While this might mean nothing to you — and I’m aware that a fallen leaf could have been the victim of […]
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The Spy returns to radio
So long, Chopin and Mozart. Hello, Cut Copy and Morrissey. “The Spy has done a tremendous job of tapping into the pulse of the community to provide a vibrant venue for music genres that are completely underserved in our state,” said Kelly Burley, KOSU director. “Through our partnership, we look forward to amplifying what The […]
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2012 WINNERS
PEOPLE Best radio personality or team Jack & Ron 98.9 Kiss Fm, Kyis Best person to Follow on social media Kevin Durant @Kdtrey5 Best local author Lauren Zuniga Best local singer/ songwriter Graham Colton Best local politician Mick Cornett oklahoma city mayor Best community leader Kevin Durant small forward, oKc thunder Best cheF Cally Johnson […]
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The beat is on
Tuna steak at Club One15 Credit: Shannon Cornman And a number of hot new downtown night spots are sure to help keep you in motion. Pack on the pounds and shed them right off at Club One15, 115 E. Sheridan. The venue provides all the amenities of an upscale restaurant, along with the features of […]