Miss Oklahoma
When Ashleigh Robinson was crowned as Miss Oklahoma in June, she didn’t react the way she expected. “I’ve always watched pageants, and I thought, ‘If I’m ever crowned, I won’t act like them; I’ll smile, and wave prettily, and be gracious.’ Then, it happened, and I mentally blacked out! There was so much going on….
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6 Summer Activities for Kids
As the temperatures rise into double digits and the summer storms roll in, we rounded up some local area favorites for indoor summer play: Blocworks is an indoor bouldering gym and climbing community in downtown Edmond. Blocworks offers climbing for the whole family anytime with day passes or memberships. On Wednesdays from 10am to noon,…
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In other words with Dave
Head out on the highway, looking for adventure (Steppenwolf, Born To Be Wild lyric). Yep, that was us. Alison and I took a road trip to Florida. Was it an adventure? Sure there were some moments. The road trip allowed us to put some miles on a car we purchased pre-pandemic. Our gray coupe ate…
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Jude’s Joy of Dancing
Jude Flurry dances with a nimble precision that impresses audiences. His fancy footwork of Irish tap steps and kicks draws the eye, but the genuine smile on his face is equally captivating. Jude began Irish dancing in Edmond at the age of six, joining some friends and his sister, Vienna. In Jude’s teen years, he…
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The Edmond Way of Honoring Veterans
Military veterans have been part of Edmond’s population since its founding. Some of the original homesteaders were former Civil War and Mexican-American War soldiers. Edmond’s college students have been heavily recruited for every major conflict, and Edmond’s location near Tinker Air Force Base and the National Guard headquarters has resulted in an on-going military presence…
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Kentucky Daisey’s Legendary Locomotive Leap
During the Oklahoma Territory land runs, Nanitta R.H. Daisey jumped off a train, staked her claim just north of Edmond Station, and jumped back on the train. Not only did this attract attention from local and regional newspapers but international newspapers as well. Some say she shot a pistol in the air before hopping back…
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Unpacking the Boxes
Moving is never easy, and many women need a little extra support to thrive in their new home. The Unpacking the Boxes class at Memorial Road Church of Christ offers a safe, welcoming space for women who are new to the Edmond/OKC area. Forging Connections The leaders of Unpacking the Boxes know what it’s like…
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America’s Car-Mart
Without a strong credit history, it’s tough to buy a good used car. April Renfro and her team at America’s Car-Mart are here to help. Keeping You On the Road “We work with a lot of first time buyers,” says April, General Manager of the Edmond business. “We can help many customers who went through…
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The Exercise Coach
If you’re ready to experience the future of fitness, check out The Exercise Coach. This low-sweat, high-tech personal training studio delivers great results in just two twenty-minute sessions per week. A Workout Like No Other Unlike a traditional gym, The Exercise Coach offers a personalized workout in a private, clean setting. Trained coaches lead one-on-one…
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Giving Grace
Sometimes life brings challenges. Circumstances beyond our control or even misguided expectations for ourselves. I recently found myself in that position with an extensive “to do” list. After agonizing over my situation, I had a long phone conversation with Claudine, my sweet cousin-by-marriage, and I’m so glad to have her in my family. While lamenting…
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