Phantom of the Opera Makes Grand Entrance
Tulsa reaped many rewards for two weeks in April when a tall, dark, masked and slightly crazed man came to town. A show that has been running since 1986, Phantom of the Opera continues its unchallenged reign of enduring popularity.
Warren Theatre: More Than Just Movies
As was expected, since opening in December, the Broken Arrow Warren Theatre, 1700 W. Aspen Creek Drive, is holding its own against its competition. This comes as no surprise, considering the movie-watching experiences and amenities offered there stand alone in quality and distinctiveness.
Maximizing and Advancing Performance in Tulsa
At the City of Tulsa, our goal is to deliver high-quality, dependable services to citizens using our available financial resources in the most responsible manner. In 2010, the city received an efficiency report from consulting firm , and I created a new department called the Management Review Office to take action concerning this report.
Tulsa County’s Eco Focus Blossoms in Spring
After the cold and icy months of winter, spring is a welcomed sight, bringing the beauty of Mother Nature rolling out her spring wardrobe. It also inspires many to get involved in eco events planned across the county aiming to celebrate renewal, help others, create community, and provide a little safe spring cleaning.
Tulsa Tech Student Makes Her Own Path
Haley George always did well in school. An instinctive and creative problem-solver, with a smile that lights up any room, she had no difficulty keeping up, successfully passing her classes, or facing the unique challenges high school students often encounter. However, halfway through high school, things began to change, and the challenges, along with the amount of overdue coursework, grew quickly.
Center of Universe Adds to Local Buzz
It warms my heart to see all that is happening in Tulsa.
I certainly hold no ill will toward Oklahoma City, but I must say it is thrilling, and has been a long time coming, to see the renewed interest of companies in our fair city over our nearby capital: notably, Costco opening in South Tulsa, possibly by the end of the year, and, boosting Brookside’s appeal, the February opening of Urban Outfitters and Trader Joe’s setting up shop by the end of the year.
Stronger, Safer Tulsa: Addressing Domestic Violence
Home is a haven for us to relax and spend time with our families. However, it’s not always a safe place when domestic violence occurs. What is domestic violence? It’s a pattern of coerced behavior used by one person in a relationship to gain and maintain power and control of the other person.
Twenty Years of Quality for The Wild Fork
As The Wild Fork in Utica Square enters its 20th year of business, the eclectic restaurant continues to serve consistent, quality dishes.
Variety was at the top of the priority list for co-owners Kim Michie and Julie Woolman, when they were preparing to open their restaurant in the summer of 1995.
Webster High School a WPA Art Deco Project
On the main corridor wall, leading to the administrative offices of Daniel Webster High School, one passes a row of photographs of past principals, my father among them. The office has changed very little from my days home from college when I would stop in to see my dad, except for the security check-in computer, the elaborate work stations manned by two administrative assistants, and the relatively new plastic laminate work countertop. Our built environment sometimes changes slowly, and Webster High School was built to last.
Historic Fire Alarm Building May Become Museum
Tucked away at 1010 E. 8th St., close to Centennial Park, is a modest building, and one of Tulsa’s Art Deco jewels. The Fire Alarm Building was built in 1930 and 1931 and was a response to the city’s growth in the 1920s. Tulsa had not only a Central Fire Station but suburban stations throughout the city to accommodate a population that had doubled in 10 years. Requirements for Tulsa to maintain a lower fire insurance class rate necessitated a fire-proof building at a minimum of 150 feet from any adjacent building. Thus, this seemingly isolated location was selected.
Earth Day: Then, Now and What the Future Holds
Earth Day, April 22, is a commonplace date for you and me that came about thanks to the passionate men and women of the late 1960s and early ‘70s and .
Student’s Career Choice Earns Award Nomination
Each year, the Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education recognizes students who have chosen to study specific programs that are based on the student’s interests and abilities, rather than on traditional gender roles, with the aptly named Breaking Traditions award. Nominees for the award contribute by creating more awareness and support for all non-traditional students and programs.
Downtown Options Attract Suburban Dwellers
Though I grew up in the suburbs, much more often surrounded by wide, open spaces instead of urban, city landscapes, I will always by a city girl.
Maxxwell’s Finding Its Place on Rt. 66
Maxxwell’s Restaurant, located at 2626 E. 11th St. in the Campbell Hotel, opened at the end of 2013 and is still building a name for itself. Or, rather, rebuilding a name for itself.
Variety is Center Stage During March at the PAC
Tired of winter? Ready to escape to Camelot? Forget Punxsutawney Phil. We can always ask psychic John Edward about options for an early spring.
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