The Wall That Heals
In the United States, veterans and service members are recognized on three separate days during the year. Armed Forces Day, on the third Saturday of May, honors currently serving personnel across all six branches of the military. Veterans Day is always celebrated on November 11, honoring all who have served. Memorial Day is observed on…
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Smoothie King Edmond
Not all smoothies are created equal. No one knows this better than Smoothie King, the first smoothie franchise in the U.S. Founded in 1973 in Louisiana by Steve Kuhnau, who began experimenting with blending real fruits, proteins, and nutrients to improve his own health, the concept quickly gained popularity due to its focus on health…
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Oklahoma’s Next Roadside Attraction
In May, Oklahoma City will be looking “mighty pretty” with a new Route 66 art piece—and a “world’s tallest” record to boot. A three-story red neon cowboy boot. Sixty artists worldwide submitted proposals for a permanent sculpture commissioned by Oklahoma City via MAPS4 for the Route 66 Centennial. The requirements were simple: Include musical notes…
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Embracing Motherhood Together
Rebekah Harman understands what it means to feel alone during a season that’s meant to be filled with joy. Before her son was born, she experienced multiple miscarriages. When he arrived in 2019, the long-awaited moment quickly shifted into something much heavier. Anxiety took hold first, followed by depression. “I had so many anxieties,” Harman…
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Women in Technology
For a decade, Oklahoma Women in Technology has been intentionally reshaping the state’s tech landscape. Built by women who once found themselves as the only female voice in the room, the organization now exists to ensure fewer women have to walk that path alone. Oklahoma Women in Technology (OKWIT) is a nonprofit dedicated to supporting,…
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Warrior’s Rest Foundation
It was Brett Key’s first day in uniform when the radio crackled. A triple fatality on I-35 in Moore. “From day one, my eyes were opened very quickly,” Key said. “I could tell you everything about that scene.” He remembers the weather. The wreckage. What he did not understand yet was what those images would…
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A LOOK Back: Champions on the Rise
Tom Cravens, Bill Self and Jay Davis celebrate during a 1981 basketball game, capturing a moment of pure energy and camaraderie. Self attended Edmond Memorial High School, where he was named Oklahoma High School Basketball Player of the Year. He went on to play at Oklahoma State before building a coaching career that led him…
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Deckworks Construction
Deckworks Construction has been shaping outdoor living spaces across the region since its founding in 1997, bringing nearly three decades of hands-on expertise to homeowners throughout the Oklahoma City metro. Owner Brent Swift, who has led the company for 28 years, built the business on a foundation of integrity, durability, and thoughtful design, with a…
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Happyland Ranch Meat Co.
Happyland Ranch Meat Co. is a family-driven business built on faith, tradition, and a commitment to providing high-quality, farm-to-table food. Owned and operated by Dennis and Tammy Whitaker alongside their son Derek and his wife Emily, the company reflects a shared vision to bring healthier meat options to Oklahoma communities. The Whitakers first opened D…
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In Other Words with Dave
The Go-Go’s, an all-female pop band from the early ’80s, told us, “Vacation, all I ever wanted.” Apparently, they’ve never met the Miller household circa 2026. Because for the first time in a long time, we don’t really want to go anywhere. It’s become a popular question: “Any trips planned for this summer?” Our friends…
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