Atoka
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A Country Music Legend Helps Revitalize a Small Town in Oklahoma
When a rural town along a major highway in Oklahoma was looking at revitalization efforts, they turned to a homegrown legend. Atoka, Oklahoma, population of about 3,200 people, sits near Highway 69, and is located about two hours from Tulsa, two hours from Oklahoma City, and two hours from Dallas.
Stringtown Quilters happily keep a timeless art alive, set annual show; donate beautiful quilts to nonprofits
The art of quilting is just that — an art that began a long time ago. People who do quilting are people who like to create things that are beautiful, and timeless. “I actually started quilting when I purchased a McCall’s Quilting Book from Joann’s, and then took a quilting class from my Sunday School teacher in 1991,” said Stringtown Quilters Guild President Karen Evans, who originally hails from Ashland, Kentucky. “I still have my first quilt top, which was supposed to be a triangle pattern, but as I cut out the patterns with cardboard templates, everything seemed to take a different shape. I keep it in my sewing room, so I can remember everything takes time in life.”
Oklahoma restaurant named in New York Times' list of best dishes in America 2023
The New York Times has named one of Oklahoma's staple favorites as one of the “23 of the Best American Dishes of 2023.”. Every year, reporters and editors travel around the country to find the best restaurants and one-of-a-kind meals, then compile a list of the cream of the crop.
Thirteen food and beverage events for New Year's Eve and Day in OKC (and Atoka)
10 ... 9 ... 8 ... 7 ... Planning a night out for New Year's Eve? In years past, there was the option of attending Opening Night. But, with that event no longer on the table, it's best to make early reservations and get your plans on the books now. ...
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