First Day of School!
Edmond Public Schools go back Aug. 19
Read More >Three Edmond Schools Make “Best” List!
Which 3 schools made Newsweek’s list of “America’s Best High Schools”?
Read More >Floods
A message from the Mayor
Read More >Free replacements of school pictures
Life Touch is offering free replacements of school pictures for Edmond families affected by flood damage.
Read More >Newlyweds!
Our Managing Editor has a new last name…
Read More >It’s looking up, Edmond
Expert research points to a positive outlook.
Read More >What’s the #1 city to launch a business?
According to CNN, it’s right here!
Read More >May Sales Tax Revenue Is Up for Edmond
Looking to a brighter future.
Read More >The Oklahoma economy is strengthening
Perk up, Edmond! We’re on the rise.
Read More >Budget Revisited
A message from the mayor.
Read More >June 2010: Around Town
June: Spring Art ShowThe Edmond Art Association’s annual art show will be held at the Edmond Public Library through June 30th. For more information, visit www.edmondart.org. June 10-13: UCO Endeavor GamesWatch and enjoy athletes with physical disabilities displaying their talents in a competitive setting. Visit www.ucoendeavorgames.com for schedules. June 17-19, 24-26: OliverHeld at the Mitch Park…
Read More >Letters from Louise: Fired from the Peanut Patch
I had no idea how to “shake” peanuts nor did I care. At ten years old I was just happy to get away from the house and not have to scrub dirty, bug-infested fruit jars for Mama’s canning. After a half-mile walk, my brother, Jimmy and I arrived at the peanut patch. I don’t know…
Read More >Fine Living: Backyard Oasis
Refined outdoor living continues its explosive trend of exciting innovations, treating Edmond residents to resort-style wonderlands just beyond the back door. Sleek grills and outdoor kitchens sizzle with modern convenience. Firepits crackle with the cozy charm of a remote cabin retreat. And ever-evolving plant varieties dress local landscapes in botanical splendor. To anchor the numerous…
Read More >H&G: Summer Lawn Care
The time is drawing near for days filled with children frolicking in the sprinklers and evenings spent relaxing underneath the setting sun. That time is called summer, and the essential component to any blissful summer activity lies directly under your feet. Oklahoma summer lawns are both a gift and a burden to some homeowners who…
Read More >Sports: Married to the NBA
Three kids and hectic schedules can be a strain on any marriage – especially when the husband plays for the NBA. Jennifer Nájera has been married to Dallas Mavericks reserve forward, Eduardo Nájera for 10 years. They met as college sophomores while Eduardo helped the Sooners through four consecutive NCAA tournaments. These days, Jennifer resides…
Read More >H&F: Against All Odds
When people see a bandage or a bruise, they often ask what happened. When someone asks Everett Jackson what happened to his hand, he doesn’t have just a story to tell. The black wrap that spreads from his wrist to his elbow is a testimony about the gift of life. Jackson, 36, is an author…
Read More >A&E: ARTSCAPE
Artists don’t need a permanent display at the Louvre or even an art degree to experience the thrill of creating a personal masterpiece. Art is for everyone and all it takes to create your own is a little bit of time and perhaps a push in the right direction. “Most people will tell you right…
Read More >Dining Guide: Tropical Cafe
Finding an eatery that offers health-conscience food at an affordable price for the whole family is like finding that elusive needle in a haystack… until now. Tropical Cafe, located at 304 S. Kelly Ave in Edmond, Oklahoma is loaded with love for all things natural, fresh and yummy. “Tropical Cafe is a dream of my…
Read More >Inspiring Female Entrepreneurs
Edmond, Oklahoma Female Entrepreneurs
Read More >OKgamers.com
In 2006, OKgamers.com sprang to life to fulfill a simple purpose: Saif Khan loved playing “Soul Caliber III” and needed to find a challenging opponent. He launched the website and soon he had all the competition he could handle. Khan realized he was onto something. He broadened the site to include a variety of games,…
Read More >Marine-Minded
Based in Haditha on personal security detail, a typical day meant waking up early and going out in a convoy to wherever the battalion sergeant needed to go. It meant traveling on foot in patrols checking on other companies, IDs, bombs or ambushes and providing security for important officials and VIPs. After a long day…
Read More >Chamber Top Priorities Passed by Oklahoma Legislature
Moving the Oklahoma Medical Examiners Office to Edmond and revisions to workers compensation were both passed through the Senate and House and now await the Governor’s signature.
Read More >Best of Edmond: Anabelle’s Galleria
Edmond born, Janie Dowling has realized a long-time dream of running her own store. She opened Anabelle’s Galleria, a gift, jewelry and home decor shop with her daughter’s namesake. “It has always been a dream of mine to own my own business,” Dowling said. “I like to analyze and strategically make decisions for the business…
Read More >Best of Edmond: Hearing Care by Hough
“Nearly all would agree that relationships are the most important thing in life,” says Dr. David Hough, PhD Audiologist and owner of Hearing Care by Hough. “Verbal communication is the prime means by which we build relationships.” Around one tenth of the population live with hearing loss and over one fourth of those who are…
Read More >Budget Revisited
Update on budget hearings.
Read More >