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The Enormous Decades Revisited, A Vintage Mall In Oklahoma Will Bump Your Thrifting Game To 11
If you have a penchant for uncovering hidden gems and breathing new life into old treasures, then Decades Revisited in Oklahoma City is your thrifting paradise. Nestled along the historic Route 66, this enormous antique mall spans an impressive 9,000 square feet, making it one of the largest and most eclectic collections of vintage, retro, and repurposed antiques in the region.
Best Barbecue Restaurants In Oklahoma City, OK
Among the best Barbecue restaurants in Oklahoma City, Jo-Bawb’s BBQ, HeavenLee BBQ & Catering, and King’s Custom Smoked Meats Restaurant stand out for their unique offerings and commitment to quality. Oklahoma City is a haven for barbecue enthusiasts, boasting a vibrant culinary scene where smoky, flavorful meats take center stage. These establishments not only serve some of the best barbecue in town but also reflect the rich food culture that defines Oklahoma City’s dining landscape.
‘Twisters’ Brought More Than ‘Movie Magic’ to Oklahoma
Oklahoma was proud to have "Twisters" filmed in the state. And since the movie has become a blockbuster success, Oklahoma now has a bigger spotlight on the state for future filming. Recently, Prairie Surf Media out of Oklahoma City, which hosted some of the production for "Twisters," released data on how the filming of "Twisters" positively impacted Oklahoma.
The Chalkboard is now open at The Ambassador Hotel in Oklahoma City. What we know
Three months after the closure of previous restaurant concept Café Cuvée, The Ambassador Hotel is once again open for guests to dine in the new Chalkboard Kitchen + Bar. The hotel at 1200 N Walker Ave. announced in April that it would be welcoming The Chalkboard, the same concept operating at its...
On the Town: Fundraiser for NYAJ raises $40K for new Moore coffee shop
Guests to Not Your Average Joe’s recent fundraiser played pickleball, enjoyed live music and raised more than $40,000 toward the nonprofit organization’s goal of building a new coffee shop locatio...
Maureen Heffernan who transformed Myriad Gardens, opened Scissortail Park, set to say goodbye
Maureen Heffernan, the Maine transplant who oversaw the rebirth of the Myriad Gardens and the launch of Scissortail Park, is stepping down from that job after bringing national acclaim to Oklahoma City’s top park attractions. Heffernan was director of the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens when she accepted a job offer in 2011 to...
Earrings designed by Edmond jewelry maker take center stage in Paris
You may have seen the heartwarming moment an Olympic swimmer embraced his family after winning his 8th gold medal at the Paris Olympics. For some, what really caught their eye were a pair of earrings designed by an Edmond entrepreneur.
Charleston's Brings Gourmet Experience To The Jesus House
Charleston's is one of Oklahoma City’s premier restaurants, but today as they prepare food, it isn’t for their typical clientele. Charleston's was started by locally owned Hal Smith Restaurant group 32 years ago, there are currently 17 locations across six states. “Hal Smith restaurants does community impact projects...
Oklahoma City Zoo plans exciting events for August
The Oklahoma City Zoo is celebrating the month of August with several events planned. Visitors can celebrate Asian Elephant Awareness Month at the zoo. A social media campaign will help draw attention to the endangered animals ahead of an event on Saturday that will feature many special activities. "We are...
This 9 Year Old Has This Every Tuesday At The Eastside Fresh Market
Sammy and his sister can be seen every Tuesday at the Eastside Fresh market selling some of the best lemonade and snow cones. This business started with a Christmas gift of a snow cone maker. Already an author, Sammy decided to put his frozen treats up for sale. The Eastside...
More customers claim bath remodeler hired to make accessibility improvements ripped them off
Yet another person tells News 4 a bath remodeling company they hired to make accessibility improvements to their home took thousands of dollars from them, only to never finish the job.
Local Studio Teaches Art Of Stained Glass On The Porch
The Arca Continental Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages Porch went out in the community to learn a new creative skill at a studio in the Paseo District. Prairie Arts Collective has classes to learn the art of stained glass for all skill sets and offers a personalized approach to all students. Patrick...
Judges give two thumbs up to 40th Annual Whole Hawg Days
Cook-off judges Eddie Hartwick and Robert Campbell had high praise for the 40th Annual Whole Hawg Days, and they weren’t just talking about the chefs but the whole hawg, the fans, the car show, the arts and crafts festival. “The whole event was great,” said Hartwick, a chef from...
Making Masterpiece with Filmmaker Rick Walker
Rick Walker is an energetic storyteller. As a longtime disc jockey on KATT radio, Rick uses his voice to convey vivid images, but his favorite form of storytelling involves real-life visuals from filming people in interesting situations. Rick–Producer, Writer, and Director of State 46 Films–attributes his filmmaking career to an over-active imagination. He has written 31 screenplays and has produced nine movies, two upcoming documentary series, and thousands of commercials and music videos.
OKC Zoo helps local schools create gardens for outdoor science classrooms
OKLAHOMA CITY — The Oklahoma City Zoo is helping local schools create outdoor science classrooms by creating gardens. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here. “When monarchs migrate in the fall, and they come back through Oklahoma, we're actually in the middle of their flight pattern....
Shop Small During Annual Tax-Free Weekend
Oklahoma City – Ahead of the annual Tax-Free Weekend, the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) here in Oklahoma is encouraging consumers to shop small. The sales tax holiday, which begins on Friday, August 2 and runs through Sunday, is a great opportunity to support local businesses. NFIB State Director Jerrod Shouse said in a statement, “As families consider purchasing new clothes for the upcoming school year, we hope that...
Mom’s Day event gets bigger, better each year for OK jeweler
For the past 15 years BC Clark Jewelers has celebrated Mother’s Day starting in early May with its Pay It Momward gift drop event. Since the event’s inception in 2009, Pay It Momward has evolved and grown into one of the store’s most anticipated events of the year. Social media platforms, including TikTok in more recent years, have created much of the community buzz and excitement for the Mother’s Day free gift drop event.
Oklahoma City Zoo hosts 16th annual ZOObrew with tickets now available
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLA (KOKH) — The Oklahoma City Zoo is gearing up for the 16th annual ZOObrew with tickets on sale now. Presented by Byron's Liquor Warehouse, ZOObrew is one of the Oklahoma Zoological Society (OZS)'s most popular fundraisers. Visitors 21 and up can sample specialty brews from Oklahoma...
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