Eventually, the powers that be understood that without legitimate liquor by the drink, this town could never become a convention- or visitor-friendly city. It was a moral issue for many years and became an economic issue, leading to the current attitude toward alcohol. British researchers have now declared alcohol the most dangerous drug on the […]
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Summer Wars
This weekend, Oklahoma City of Museum of Art’s Noble Theater is all about the anime, screening two 2009 hits from Japan. One of them, “Evangelion: 2.0 You Can (Not) Advance,” is your standard, incomprehensible chunk of clanketyclank-clank fighting. The other, “Summer Wars,” is a welcome respite from that. It still delivers plenty of action, but […]
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SXSW FAQ
Many are part of the Oklahoma Film & Music Office’s Buffalo Lounge showcase; some even answered this question for us: What are your goals and expectations for the event? The Pretty Black Chains second SXSW appearance “Just to do what we do: Generate some buzz, play some shows, expose people to our newer sound we […]
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Counterpoint: ‘Fear stifles innovation’
Reforms to our legal system are needed to help create a consistent and fair business environment for Oklahoma. And, contrary to the self-serving statements from the trial lawyers, Oklahomans with legitimate cases will not be denied his or her day in court as a result of these reforms. Some facts on medical lawsuits alone: —Too […]
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Attack corporate welfare, not unions
Here in Oklahoma, home of Gov. Mary Fallin and Republican House and Senate majorities, the working stiff has been bullied enough by the rich and the chamber of commerce, and looted by corporate welfare in the name of “jobs” — mostly minimum wage, nonunion and no retirement or insurance-type jobs. This must stop, and judging […]
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OKC to SXSW
After humble beginnings in 1987 as a Austin, Texas-based music festival, SXSW now annually hosts almost 2,000 bands, thousands more industry professionals, a film festival and an interactive festival. This year’s music portion takes place March 15-20. How important is SXSW? Two years ago, this unknown band called Mumford & Sons played a pizza parlor […]
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Start your engines
Meanwhile, Oklahoma City Mayor Mick Cornett said he is hopeful Grand Prix racing will be a reality in Oklahoma City, maybe as soon as 2012. Senate Bill 160, the Municipal Motor Vehicle Racing Act, would allow a city or public trust to issue racing permits for street races and allow permit holders to limit access […]
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Tips to avoid the anxiety of getting bumped
If you make the decision to move down, prepare yourself for an evening filled with anxiety. For some reason, it’s mildly terrifying sitting in seats that are not your own. Every single person that comes walking toward your section looks like they’re “The One.” You can’t really enjoy the game because you’re constantly scanning for […]
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National pride
The first time I ventured to Republic Gastropub was last summer, not long after its grand opening, to watch the World Cup. One in our party — and the most fervent soccer fan — suggested we sit outside. I was dubious. This was summer in Oklahoma, after all. We settled in on the side patio, […]
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Don’t count out the tea party
Don’t rush to judgment. There are several factors why these City Council races were not a good indicator of the strengths or weaknesses of the tea party. First, municipal elections are nonpartisan. (I don’t want to debate the merit of such a system. I’m just stating a fact). Picking up the trash, fixing potholes, and […]