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BUSINESS: Ray the Painter

November 2013 Issue

In 1991, Ray Wolf established his new painting business, Ray the Painter. The concept was simple: one guy, lots of brushes. His commitment to detail and craftsmanship earned him a reputation that enabled him to grow his business into a 15-person operation.

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Skating Polly

October 2013 Issue

Step-sisters who rock! Soon the band was a regular at venues like the Opolis, the Conservatory, the Hi-lo, Auntie's Shanty, and a featured band at the Norman Music Festival... then SXSW in Austin!

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BFF Since 1930

October 2013 Issue

Nel and Dorothy have been best friends forever, literally!

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Back to the Future

October 2013 Issue

Journey to the past and back to the future in this replica of the iconic DeLorean.

Okie Islander

October 2013 Issue

Matt Donovan is an Okie born and raised and is now playing for the New York Islanders in the NHL.

A Spicy Life

October 2013 Issue

When Greg Johnson’s family and friends encouraged him to bottle and sell his tasty homemade creations, he listened. Lucky for us he did.

How to Make Your Halloween Party Scary Good!

October 2013 Issue

Tips and tricks to have the spookiest Halloween party ever!

My Outlook: David Cathey

October 2013 Issue

Author of "A Culinary History of Pittsburg County"

Dave's Blurb for October

October 2013 Issue

Dave has picked his favorite costume, himself.

LOUISE: Wives with Heavenly Husbands

October 2013 Issue

Women can help support one another through difficult times.

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FOOD: Twelve Oaks

October 2013 Issue

Atop one of Oklahoma County’s most scenic hills in northeast Edmond, the grandeur of Twelve Oaks Restaurant captivates you at first sight—and first bite.

BUSINESS: Dan's Barber Stop

October 2013 Issue

Good barbers do two things well: cut hair and tell good stories. Dan Altmiller, owner of Dan’s Barber Stop in Edmond, excels at both. And he’s been doing it for almost three decades.

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Baxter Electric, Heat, Air and Plumbing

October 2013 Issue

We’ve all been there – that dreaded moment in the dead of winter when we discover the heater is blowing cold air. Or that 107-degree summer day when the air conditioner makes a funny noise and an hour later we’re sweating profusely. Our spouse grumbles and searches the dusty toolbox for some heroic fix. Fumbling through files and receipts trying to find the name of the company we used three years ago, we know there must be an easier way.