Oklahoma Teen Film Festival
The future of Oklahoma’s film industry starts with students. “It’s pretty exciting,” said Megan Cox, assistant chair of the Department of Mass Communication at the University of Central Oklahoma. “I’ve been sitting down with state representatives talking about how to grow this industry. It really starts with high school and college and workforce development.” That…
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Coffee, Cookies, & Cantina
Defining the Downtown Food Scene You can trace Downtown Edmond’s buzz straight to their bar stools, cozy nooks, and bustling cafes. Setting the table for Downtown’s resurgence in recent years, Robert Black and Lori Dickinson-Black began with a mission to give back to the community that had bolstered their families during life’s challenging moments. Their…
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Rosey the Skunk
Doug Hooten did not set out to become “the skunk guy” of Edmond. He manages construction and maintenance for the Oklahoma Historical Society, caring for historic sites across the state. At home, he already had a 13-year-old lab. Another big dog was not appealing, and cats were not his thing. So he did what most…
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Bikes for Tykes
When Rich Wu talks about Bikes for Tykes, it’s not about numbers – though they’re impressive. It’s all about people. “It really started with one bike,” Wu said. “I saw one for sale for $15 when I moved back to Oklahoma in 2017, around the holidays, and I thought, what better way to show love?” …
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41st Annual Mayor’s Essay Contest
For more than four decades, the Mayor’s Essay Contest has given Edmond’s youngest residents a voice — and a chance to reflect on what makes their community special. Now in its 41st year, the annual contest continues to inspire creativity, kindness, and civic pride among local elementary students. “I am thrilled to invite all our…
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ArtLOOK: Little Free Art Gallery
The concept is simple: take a piece of art, leave a piece of art. The Edmond Little Free Art Gallery is a tiny, 16-by-37-inch house of art tucked along a public sidewalk between the Edmond Fine Arts Institute and The Patriarch in Downtown Edmond. Created in 2021 through a partnership between the Edmond Fine Arts…
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Cedar Forest Fence LLC
For nearly three decades, Cedar Forest Fence LLC has been a trusted name in Edmond, known for craftsmanship, honesty, and a commitment to doing one thing – and doing it exceptionally well. Founded in 1995 by Warren E. Christy, Cedar Forest Fence was born out of a desire to take control of the future and…
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Nelson Landscaping
For homeowners who want landscapes that are as beautiful as they are functional, Nelson Landscaping has become a trusted partner in transforming outdoor spaces. Founded in 1995, the Oklahoma City–based company has grown from a one-man operation into a highly respected landscape design-and-build firm — while staying grounded in quality workmanship and integrity. Built on…
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In Other Words with Dave
Ah, March. It’s time to clean out those flower beds and reorganize the garage. Dig through the pantry for ancient relics (I’m looking at you, minced clams from 2018), load up the car with things we don’t use, clothes that don’t fit, and Christmas gifts we can’t regift – then drop them off at the…
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A 60th Anniversary!
On March 4, 1966, I married the love of my life and we expected to be together forever. Not once, during our 45 years of marriage, did we ever talk about, “What if….” My parents were married for 70 years before my dad went to heaven. Why wouldn’t I expect the same? My mother saved…
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