On Tap at Frenzy: Trivia, Tunes and Tenacity
As Frenzy Brewing Company approaches its fourth anniversary in Downtown Edmond, Matt Conner reflects on his unexpected journey. Not only was Oklahoma’s craft beer industry in its infancy back in 2018, Matt could never have predicted that Edmond would be receptive to a taproom—but things started to fall into place. “The Patriarch had already proved…
Read More >Getting Back to “the Calm”: Rachel Mor’s 3rd Street Yoga Celebrates 20th Anniversary
Rachel Lawrence Mor suffered from significant anxiety attacks as a teenager at John Marshall High School in Oklahoma City. Her reason for entering the high-stress career of an attorney only becomes clear as her life story unfolds—and she attributes it all to yoga. “I needed help,” Mor said, speaking in her strikingly rich, deep voice….
Read More >Reduce, Reuse, REFILL!
Gena Money used to recycle so faithfully that she filled two recycle bins and half a trash can. At some point, however, she realized that she was still generating a lot of unneeded packaging. How could she reduce her recyclables as well? Julie Chamberlain grew up with parents who were mindful about repurposing household items….
Read More >Another Chance at Life
It’s Christmas morning and a family member presents their loved one with a sweet dog or cat as a Christmas gift. But what happens after the magic of Christmas is over and the family realizes they may not have the resources to take care of this special gift? That’s when shelters like the Edmond Animal…
Read More >The Great Gutowsky: Life & Death of an Edmond Oil Magnate
Kim Gutowsky van der Wal didn’t know much about her grandfather until Edmond erected a bronze statue of him at Mitch Park in 2014! “In 2014, I got a call from a friend, Mark House, who told me about an oil derrick statue honoring Assaph “Ace” Gutowsky for discovering one of the largest oil finds…
Read More >A LOOK Back: 1920s Rodkey Flour Mill Family
Earl and Emma Rodkey pose for a photo with their daughter, Eloise in the early 1920s. The family is bundled up in winter clothes in front of their house at 19 N. College Street in Edmond. Earl’s father, Isaac, had purchased the flour mill in 1897. In 1913, Earl joined his father, buying one-half interest…
Read More >Holiday Eats
Make some tasty new memories this holiday season and spare yourself a sink full of dirty dishes with a festive meal at a local restaurant. Whether you’re meeting friends, taking guests out on the town, or are just tired of talking turkey and want a delicious distraction, Edmond has some fantastic eateries to make the…
Read More >A Conversation with Mr. & Mrs. Claus
Despite a busy schedule, the jolly Clauses found a moment to chat after the Luminance kick-off at Mitch Park. They shared their insight into the year’s most popular gifts, Santa’s favorite cookies, and the magic of Christmas. So, what are the popular gift requests this year? Santa: Coal, of course! Ho Ho Ho!Mrs. Claus: Now…
Read More >Amber Layne: Following the Creative Thread
Name a needle, thread, machine, or fabric – Amber Layne knows it. Not only does she know it, she understands how it’s made. She can tell you why it’s chosen. She can show you how it’s used. She is an expert in her craft, and after one conversation with her, you’ll suddenly want to take…
Read More >Dynamic Drones
What’s a guy to do after piloting aircraft for 6,000 hours and working as an aerospace engineer for NASA? Play with drones, of course. Up to 50 at a time! It’s a hobby that Brad Snelling has turned into a business. He and Will Clay founded Dynamic Skies, Oklahoma’s first drone light show company, two…
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