On The Surface
By: Value News | Category: Health & Beauty | Issue: December 2007
One of the main reasons women decline to show their legs in public is not because of shape but because of unsightly leg veins.
By: Value News | Category: Health & Beauty | Issue: December 2007
One of the main reasons women decline to show their legs in public is not because of shape but because of unsightly leg veins.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Automotive | Issue: December 2007
Two new yet familiar faces have joined the Affordable Automotive and Battery team in Broken Arrow.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: December 2007
For the second consecutive year, the Claremore Expo will host the American Cowboys Rodeo Association’s American Finals Rodeo.
By: Value News | Category: Other | Issue: December 2007
It is time to start a “Revolution” as Yesterday: A Tribute to the Beatles rolls into town on Saturday, January 26.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Special Interest | Issue: December 2007
Our country currently has three million emotionally-disturbed children, two-thirds of which are not receiving the services they need. Countless others receive inappropriate care.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Health & Fitness | Issue: December 2007
The ultimate goal of Claremore Physicians ImmediateCare is to make quality health care convenient for patients and their family members.
By: Value News | Category: Health & Beauty | Issue: December 2007
Dr. Michelle Fugitt, board-certified in internal medicine, is taking her practice of preventive medicine to a new level and promoting the use of bioidentical hormone replacement therapy.
By: Sara Dale | Category: Health & Fitness | Issue: December 2007
In order to receive the skilled expertise of Dr. Ronald S. LaButti, it mattered little to Mary Ellen Keeter that she must travel from Barrow, Alaska, to Tulsa, Oklahoma.
By: Shelly Robinson | Category: Health & Beauty | Issue: December 2007
Elite Salon and Day Spa is just the place to be pampered during this busy holiday season. Customers can update their looks with a haircut and color or indulge in a…
By: Shelly Robinson | Category: Gifts & Decor | Issue: December 2007
Remember old-fashioned customer service and sales people who could help you find just what you needed? That experience is still available at Emily’s Playhouse in Claremore.
By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Retail | Issue: December 2007
Goodwill just might be Tulsa’s best-kept fashion secret. With amazing bargains on up-to-date fashions in a department store atmosphere, it can be a great place for holiday shopping.
By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Retail | Issue: December 2007
Looking for something delicious? Ham It Up has just what you need. A privately-owned company, Ham It Up has been in business for six years.
By: Deanna Rebro | Category: Retail | Issue: December 2007
There is no need to leave Tulsa to enjoy the fabulous Cajun cooking that keeps you dreaming of your next trip to Louisiana.
By: Deanna Rebro | Category: Health & Beauty | Issue: December 2007
What do you like and dislike about your hair? How much time do you spend each day fixing your hair? How do you style it and what products do you use?
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Health & Fitness | Issue: December 2007
Lia Hamdan, certified massage therapist, is dedicated to upholding high standards. “It is my goal to provide each client with the very highest quality in therapeutic massage and bodywork,” she says.
By: Deanna Rebro | Category: Health & Beauty | Issue: December 2007
If your skin could have a best friend, it just might be the new Mariposa Medspa in Owasso.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Real Estate | Issue: December 2007
J. Carol Taylor, owner of and broker for J. Carol Realty, has been active in the Tulsa-area real estate market for nearly 30 years.
By: Shelly Robinson | Category: Health & Beauty | Issue: December 2007
Holiday parties, family gatherings and special holiday traditions will fill our calendars over the next few weeks. Everyone wants to look their best.
By: Shelly Robinson | Category: Retail | Issue: December 2007
Christmas is just a few weeks away, and there is much to be done.
By: Deanna Rebro | Category: Special Interest | Issue: December 2007
Feline overpopulation has no holiday. Just ask Annette Sanders or Mary Johnson. These ladies run Owasso Feline Rescue and see no end to the availability of cats.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Other | Issue: December 2007
Each year, procrastination accompanies the holidays. Many of us put off shopping, wrapping, packaging and shipping until the last minute. But fret not this holiday season.
By: Deanna Rebro | Category: Other | Issue: December 2007
After recovering from a devastating fire, Pet Stop is back in business.
By: Deanna Rebro | Category: Gifts & Decor | Issue: December 2007
Remember When… Antiques is all dolled up for Christmas. The store not only has holiday decorations, but it offers estate and collectible dolls.
By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: December 2007
Since 1971, the Retired Senior Volunteer Program, a nonprofit organization and United Way agency, has been committed to creating partnerships with nonprofit and public a…
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: December 2007
Aside from the bald eagle, not many animals represent the United States like the bison of the American plains. Unfortunately, as early European settlers moved west…
By: Deanna Rebro | Category: Health & Fitness | Issue: December 2007
Senior Select, a locally-owned company, has been providing home health care since 1998. And now, it is proud to introduce its new monitoring service.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Other | Issue: December 2007
Studies have shown that Americans are so plagued with back or neck pain that 85 percent are unable to perform simple, daily activities. Spinal Decompression of Oklahoma has good news.
By: Lorrie Jackson | Category: Home Improvement | Issue: December 2007
The Garage Butler has been sighted at the North Pole this holiday season. That is, North Pole, Alaska. Why would a device invented by Jim Quintus in Owasso, Oklahoma, be spotted so far north?
By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Retail | Issue: December 2007
Upon walking into a Hamlet store, the first thing a customer will notice is the delicious aroma.
By: Shelly Robinson | Category: Gifts & Decor | Issue: December 2007
Although people are supposed to relax and enjoy the holidays, an endless to-do list always seems to accompany December. What to do?
By: Sarah Mitschke | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: December 2007
Although most people are focused on the holidays, planning for the 36th Annual Tulsa International Mayfest is well underway.
By: Sarah Mitschke | Category: Other | Issue: December 2007
Looking for things to do to get you in the holiday spirit? Look no further. The following is a compilation of fun, enjoyable, family- friendly events. Castle of Muskogee Christmas KingdomNov.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Special Interest | Issue: November 2007
A New Leaf helps customers share the warmth and joy of the holiday season with its bountiful supply of poinsettias.
By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Home Improvement | Issue: November 2007
Christmas is coming, and Action Sports has quite a few amazing gift ideas. A direct importer and wholesale company, Action Sports has been specializing in leisure products for more than 11 years.
By: Mallory Spoor-Baker | Category: Health & Beauty | Issue: November 2007
Everyday I am asked, “What treatment do you think I need?” I usually start by asking the patient what problems he or she is most concerned about.
By: Lorrie Ward Jackson | Category: Home Improvement | Issue: November 2007
In the last several decades, a new holiday tradition has developed in many American families: driving through neighborhoods to view Christmas lights.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Financial Services | Issue: November 2007
From work, school, caring for children and taking care of everything else in our busy lives, sometimes there are just not enough hours in the day to accomplish it all.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Financial Services | Issue: November 2007
Bill Simms is a Certified Senior Advisor and Reverse Mortgage Specialist. “Reverse mortgages are proven, safe products,” he says.
By: Lisa Navrkal | Category: Special Interest | Issue: November 2007
The Bixby Chamber of Commerce and the City of Bixby are collaborating to hold the First Annual Buy Bixby Campaign. Merchants will offer the chance for one of their…
By: Sarah Mitschke | Category: Other | Issue: November 2007
With Christmas just around the corner, most people, whether they want to or not, have begun thinking about their holiday gift-giving.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Other | Issue: November 2007
Hosted by the Broken Arrow Main Street Merchants Association, the 2007 Holiday Tea Off will be held Thursday, November 8, from 6 to 9 p.m. The annual event, which …
By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Other | Issue: November 2007
On Sunday, December 2, Cascia Hall Preparatory School and the Cascia Hall Parent Faculty Association will celebrate the 25th Annual Cascia Christmas Walk.
By: Carol Beck-Round | Category: Special Interest | Issue: November 2007
“Some people have the Santa Cash drawing down to an art,” says Julie Adams, chairperson of the annual Shop Claremore campaign, which kicks off November 16. “…
By: Carol Beck-Round | Category: Special Interest | Issue: November 2007
For those who want to start their Christmas shopping early, Claremore Main Street’s Crazy for Crafts Fest is the place to visit.
By: Michael Murray | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: November 2007
On November 13, patrons of Claremore Public Schools will decide on a bond issue in the form of two propositions: $42,645,000 for facilities and $330,000 for transportation equipment.
By: Julie Dermody | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: November 2007
Centennial celebrations are ending this month as Oklahomans reflect on the past century. The pioneering spirit still fills the hearts of those who call Oklahoma home.
By: Carol Beck-Round | Category: Other | Issue: November 2007
Sidewalks and storefronts in downtown Claremore will be transformed into a Dickens-era wonderland at the annual Dickens on the Boulevard event.
By: Heather Pingry | Category: Other | Issue: November 2007
Each year, Downtown Tulsa Unlimited produces a collectible downtown ornament. And currently available is the 2007 edition.
By: Heather Pingry | Category: Special Interest | Issue: November 2007
Downtown Tulsa Unlimited and the Public Service Company of Oklahoma are proud to announce the grand marshal for this year’s PSO Christmas Parade of Lights.
By: Sara Dale | Category: Health & Fitness | Issue: November 2007
A painful knee can severely affect one’s ability to lead a full, active life.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Special Interest | Issue: November 2007
Eddie Chamat, owner of Duffy’s Restaurant, genuinely appreciates doing business in Broken Arrow.
By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Retail | Issue: November 2007
This is that time of year when those with sensible tastes call upon Epicurean Harvest for their holiday gift-giving.
By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Home Improvement | Issue: November 2007
Have your kitchen cabinets seen better days?
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Health & Fitness | Issue: November 2007
Grace Hospice, an independent hospice with no state or national affiliations, serves communities and towns within a 50-mile radius of Tulsa.
By: Lei Rumley | Category: Health & Beauty | Issue: November 2007
When it comes to hair, many people routinely try to change what nature gave them.
By: Annette Bowles | Category: Special Interest | Issue: November 2007
A group of Jenks merchants began a special holiday weekend celebration 34 years ago.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Real Estate | Issue: November 2007
For 50 of its 60 years in business, Jim Walter Homes has helped make the “American dream” a reality for many customers. Jim Walter Homes offers traditional, fixed-rate home financing for its patrons.
By: Sarah Mitschke | Category: Retail | Issue: November 2007
What should I wear? With holiday parties, weddings and school dances just around the corner, many women are asking themselves this same question.
By: Sarah Mitschke | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: November 2007
Owasso community leaders and residents came together on Thursday, October 11, for a fun evening of mingling, fabulous food and an inspiring guest speaker.
By: Shelly Robinson | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: November 2007
Ever hosted a birthday party and tried to fit 30 kids into your living room?
By: Lorrie Ward Jackson | Category: Lawn & Garden | Issue: November 2007
For many people, Christmas has become a hectic, commercial experience. And the focus on holiday traditions is fading as time progresses and schedules get busier.
By: Julie Dermody | Category: Special Interest | Issue: November 2007
Christmas gift buying tends to be a hassle for even the most dedicated of shoppers, and the quest for unique gifts continues to be challenging.
By: Julie Dermody | Category: Special Interest | Issue: November 2007
The holiday season is rapidly approaching, and many people will soon be spending hours decking the halls, stringing lights, decorating Christmas trees and shopping. …
By: Lei Rumley | Category: Special Interest | Issue: November 2007
The Sapulpa Chamber of Commerce is getting ready to light up the community; committee members are busy organizing the annual Winterfest Christmas Parade. The chamb…
By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Other | Issue: November 2007
Many events are held annually in Sapulpa to get the community in the holiday spirit. This year is no exception. From the Jingle Bells Sweepstakes and Lights …
By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: November 2007
Dee Sink has been an agent for The Holmes Organization for over four years and has 22 years of experience in the insurance business.
By: Michael Lail | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: November 2007
Interested in helping troubled boys? The Sand Springs community is continuing an exciting holiday tradition.
By: Sarah Mitschke | Category: Health & Beauty | Issue: November 2007
The Vascular and Vein Laser Center offers many services to help people achieve their desired looks.
By: Carol Beck-Round | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: November 2007
Organized by the Will Rogers Memorial Museum in Claremore, Will Rogers Days is set for November 2 through 4. The annual celebration marks the birth of the famous Oklahoman.
By: Mallory Spoor-Baker | Category: Health & Beauty | Issue: October 2007
Adding to its techniques for enhancing appearance, Mallory Spoor-Baker, D.O., of Advanced Cosmetic Medicine is excited to announce new laser options for skin rejuvenatio…
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Automotive | Issue: October 2007
Although it is still warm outside, winter lurks just around the corner. Many people have not begun thinking about the upcoming cold months.
By: Sarah Mitschke | Category: Real Estate | Issue: October 2007
Alice Pridmore, a real estate broker with Keller Williams, has been selling homes and land in Missouri, Texas and Oklahoma for over 30 years.
By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Financial Services | Issue: October 2007
While getting out of debt is easier said than done, it is possible no matter how daunting the task might seem. Now, there is help.
By: Sarah Mitschke | Category: Real Estate | Issue: October 2007
Whether looking for a new home or selling one, most people must deal with real estate at some point in their lives. However, the majority of buyers and sellers are uninformed about the process.
By: Sarah Mitschke | Category: Financial Services | Issue: October 2007
Arkansas Valley State Bank, a fourth-generation, family-owned community bank with four locations in Tulsa and Broken Arrow, has been helping our community grow and prosper for over a century.
By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Home Improvement | Issue: October 2007
Are you tired of your grungy, old bathroom? Are you ready for a change? Remodeling your bathroom is an excellent way to add value to your home, and Bath 911 can help.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Other | Issue: October 2007
Bridle Creek Horse Ranch and Resort is excited to announce its spooky festivities. The entire family can enjoy some Halloween fun at the First Annual Trail of Terror Haunted Hayride.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Special Interest | Issue: October 2007
“We capture it and preserve it so that past, present and future generations can keep the connection that helps to make sense.” That is the goal that the Broken Arrow…
By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Home Improvement | Issue: October 2007
Tulsa’s best-kept secret in home improvement just might be Building Materials Factory Outlet. With an ever-changing stock, products are sold to consumers at incredible discounts.
By: Renee Profitt | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: October 2007
For four haunting weekends in October, the Haunted Castle of Muskogee will host nine great Halloween events at its 60-acre Halloween theme park.
By: Carol Beck-Round | Category: Health & Fitness | Issue: October 2007
At noon on October 19, hundreds of pink balloons will be released over Claremore from the Ne-Mar Shopping Center.
By: Sarah Mitschke | Category: Health & Beauty | Issue: October 2007
Since its doors opened on February 27, 2006, Clary Sage College has been helping students develop careers in a variety of fields.
By: Heather Pingry | Category: Other | Issue: October 2007
Organizers of the 2007 Public Service Company of Oklahoma Christmas Parade of Lights are seeking volunteers to serve as parade marshals.
By: Sara Dale | Category: Health & Fitness | Issue: October 2007
Richard Beattie thinks the world of orthopedic surgeon Ronald S. LaButti, D.O., and he wants the world to know it.
By: Lei Rumley | Category: Health & Fitness | Issue: October 2007
Imagine coming upon a “magic box” that provided you with the power to live in good health. By using the box properly, you could burn calories, get a cardio workout and beat stress.
By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Home Improvement | Issue: October 2007
Have your kitchen cabinets seen better days?
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Home Improvement | Issue: October 2007
Grout Care of Tulsa is focused on doing one thing and doing it right. The company provides expert advice and solutions for repairing and replacing unsightly grout that surrounds ceramic tiles.
By: Sarah Mitschke | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: October 2007
The Fourth Annual Art on Main: A Celebration of Oklahoma Art and Music will be held Saturday, October 13, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in historic downtown Jenks to celebrate the visual and performing arts.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Home Improvement | Issue: October 2007
Founded in 1998, Meadow’s Buildings has sales facilities in Claremore and Catoosa.
By: Bliss Butler | Category: Health & Fitness | Issue: October 2007
Treating people like family is Nu-Sound’s motto. One new customer to Nu-Sound agrees wholeheartedly.
By: John Owen | Category: Other | Issue: October 2007
The Blue Angels, the United States Navy’s famous demonstration squadron, are scheduled to appear October 27 and 28 in the Oklahoma Air Show at Davis Field Airport, south of Muskogee.
By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: October 2007
A safe, indoor, family-friendly event hosted by the Oklahoma Aquarium, HallowMarine is a great way to spend Halloween.
By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Special Interest | Issue: October 2007
College basketball is almost upon us, and the Oral Roberts University Golden Eagles look to continue their recent run of success.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: October 2007
The Fifth Annual Owasso Chamber of Commerce Total Resource Campaign is preparing for its kickoff. TRC, as it is known, offers chamber members a wide range of adver…
By: Lorrie Jackson | Category: Lawn & Garden | Issue: October 2007
With the holidays just around the corner, many Owasso residents may have already marked their calendars to visit Owasso Tree and Berry Farm around Thanksgiving.
By: Sarah Mitschke | Category: Restaurants | Issue: October 2007
Customers who have recently stopped by Papa John’s Pizza in Sand Springs or Sapulpa may have noticed some new and friendly faces.
By: Lorrie Jackson | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: October 2007
It is almost time again for the Simon Evening of Giving, a charity event held every year at Simon malls across the country to kick off the holiday season while helping local charities.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Automotive | Issue: October 2007
Quality, integrity, service and experience. These are the attributes upon which Ralph Higinbotham, owner of Premier Collision Center, has built his collision repair business.
By: Renetta Harrison | Category: Special Interest | Issue: October 2007
The Rogers County Health Department is pleased to announce the 10th anniversary of the Children First Program.
By: Lei Rumley | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: October 2007
The Sapulpa Main Street program continually works to keep the heart of Sapulpa alive. The downtown commercial district features much of the original, distinctive architecture of the 1920’s.
By: Lei Rumley | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: October 2007
Still making Halloween plans? Look no further.
By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Other | Issue: October 2007
Are you looking for some free entertainment and maybe a little culture? If so, the 14th Annual ShalomFest, hosted by Temple Israel, is the place for you.
By: Sarah Mitschke | Category: Other | Issue: October 2007
For the past 18 years, thousands of Tulsans have ventured to the Tulsa Zoo for its annual HallowZOOeen event. Held October 27 through 31, this year’s event will be fun for the whole family.
By: Sarah Mitschke | Category: Special Interest | Issue: September 2007
Informed people make better decisions. That is the idea behind Musgrove-Merriott-Smith Funeral Service and Crematory’s free educational seminar.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Financial Services | Issue: September 2007
American Heritage Bank opened its first Tulsa-based branch in August. Located at 7042 S. Union, the new location is the bank’s 14th branch.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Health & Beauty | Issue: September 2007
Dr. G. Bret Anderson, DDS, FAGD, is a graduate of Morehouse College in Atlanta, Georgia, and of the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry.
By: Carol Beck-Round | Category: Health & Beauty | Issue: September 2007
Mindy Gerving’s first question is, “Have you ever worn a wig?” Reply with an affirmative answer, and she will come back with, “Well, you haven’t ever felt anyt…
By: Sarah Mitschke | Category: Automotive | Issue: September 2007
After a suspenseful wait by both employees and customers, BMW of Tulsa has finally opened its doors.
By: Value News | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: September 2007
Ribbon Cuttings:July 9 – Driver Testing CenterJuly 10 – Southern Trails Estates/Brandon Perkins Development July 18 – Back Creek Deli & Gifts July 19 – Agio …
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: September 2007
The Broken Arrow Main Street Merchant Association will host its annual Heart of Broken Arrow Arts and Crafts Fair on Saturday, September 22.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Other | Issue: September 2007
Bluegrass and chili is a hard-to-beat combination. Mark your calendars now for the 28th Annual Bluegrass and Chili Festival in Claremore, the host city of the event for the past seven years.
By: Sarah Mitschke | Category: Health & Fitness | Issue: September 2007
Community Care College was established in 1995 as a post-secondary school with courses in an assortment of health care fields.
By: Jo Johnson | Category: Financial Services | Issue: September 2007
The threat is real, and everyone is at risk. In fact, according to the Federal Trade Commission, also known as the FTC, you do not have to be wealthy to be a target.
By: Heather Pingry | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: September 2007
Every December, Tulsa welcomes the Christmas season with the Public Service Company of Oklahoma Christmas Parade of Lights. Organizers of the event wish to invite …
By: Sara Dale | Category: Health & Fitness | Issue: September 2007
Barbara Tenney kept telling herself she had probably “just pulled something.” Despite the nagging pain that had persisted in her right hip for years, she did all she could to ignore it.
By: Lei Rumley | Category: Other | Issue: September 2007
Imagine coming upon a “magic box” that provided you with the power to live in good health. By using the box properly, you could burn calories, get a cardio workout and beat stress.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: September 2007
The German-American Society of Tulsa began informal activities in 1979 as a result of the great popularity of Tulsa’s first Oktoberfest.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Home Improvement | Issue: September 2007
Whether you need your cracked plaster repaired, a fresh coat of paint applied to your home, or remodeling in your bathroom or kitchen, customers can trust Handyman Conne…
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Other | Issue: September 2007
With fall not too far away, we can anticipate pleasant weather, football… and clogged gutters. Gutters require a lot of upkeep and maintenance to keep them working properly.
By: Lei Rumley | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: September 2007
It’s here again! The Just Between Friends fall event in Broken Arrow is taking place September 13 through 16 at the Central Park Community Center.
By: Lei Rumley | Category: Other | Issue: September 2007
Thinking about making some extra money to spend during the upcoming holiday season? Feeling a little strapped for cash after all the back-to-school expenses?
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Financial Services | Issue: September 2007
The accounting and tax firms of Kenneth D. Prather, Inc. and Christopher W. Fleming, Inc. have merged companies. Together, they will do business as Kenneth D. Prather, Inc.
By: Dawn Melton | Category: Special Interest | Issue: September 2007
Tulsa-area residents who want to learn more about the city and its volunteer opportunities should consider participating in the upcoming Leadership Tulsa program.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: September 2007
As fall quickly approaches, Oklahoma residents anticipate the 2007 Rogers County Fair. Held at the Claremore Expo Center, this year’s fair will run from September 12 through 17.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Consumer News | Issue: September 2007
Gift giving is fun and enjoyable for many people. Whether for a birthday, wedding, new baby, graduation or just any special occasion, gift givers are always looking for new, creative presents.
By: Seana Murray | Category: Financial Services | Issue: September 2007
An estimated 60 billion paper checks are processed in the United States each year. It is not difficult to conclude that there are millions of checking accounts generating those checks.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Lawn & Garden | Issue: September 2007
Rock Solid Materials in Bixby is still offering tons of fun and beauty with their unusual assortment of rocks and stones. And now, new items have been added to the outdoor showroom.
By: Julie Dermody | Category: Special Interest | Issue: September 2007
The car door slams. “He’s home,” she thinks as she hurriedly examines the house to make sure everything is in its place. As the key turns in the lock, fear rushes up her spine.
By: Sarah Mitschke | Category: Special Interest | Issue: September 2007
Sheila Stewart and Stacey Berry, parents and former educators of Sapulpa Public Schools, discovered the need for continuing education for parents in Sapulpa.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Special Interest | Issue: September 2007
Select Life Management is a division of Senior Select, a well-established, locally-owned home health care company.
By: Sarah Mitschke | Category: Other | Issue: September 2007
South Pointe Chrysler Jeep Dodge, a division of the Bob Howard Automotive Group, officially made the move to South Memorial Drive in July.
By: Christy Means-Smith | Category: Health & Beauty | Issue: September 2007
First impressions are typically made within minutes, and appearance is a largely-contributing factor. These early assessments have a lot to do with posture, dress and grooming.
By: Lorrie Jackson | Category: Financial Services | Issue: September 2007
The city of Pryor recently welcomed a new member into its business community. Sun Loan Pryor celebrated its grand opening with several festivities on August 31, including giveaways every 30 minutes.
By: Carol Beck-Round | Category: Consumer News | Issue: September 2007
Dan Neldon enjoys both bowling and seeing people have fun. This combination of interests conveniently led him and his wife, Lora, to purchase their second bowling alley.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Home Improvement | Issue: September 2007
Tammy Wise, owner of Tile Shack Mosaic Supplies, says her company was located in Shawnee for over four years before moving to its current location in Owasso two months ago.
By: Cheryl Johnson | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: September 2007
The Tulsa Garden Center is pleased to announce the return of Tulsa’s premiere fall wine and food event.
By: Lei Rumley | Category: Health & Fitness | Issue: September 2007
Much of what we put on our skin is absorbed directly into our bodies. As Walgreens cosmetics experts can attest, many people have had an increased interest in finding organic skincare products.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Financial Services | Issue: September 2007
The Woods-Gallardo Agency specializes in life, automobile and home insurance exclusively for the Allstate Insurance Company.
By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Financial Services | Issue: August 2007
While getting out of debt is easier said than done, it is possible no matter how daunting the task might seem. Now, there is help.
By: Sarah Mitschke | Category: Financial Services | Issue: August 2007
Founded in Broken Arrow in 1905, Arkansas Valley State Bank is a fourth-generation, family-owned bank.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: August 2007
Leadership Bixby is sponsored by the Bixby Chamber of Commerce in cooperation with the City of Bixby.
By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Other | Issue: August 2007
“Bixby has a hometown feel with all the amenities of a metropolitan city,” says Lisa Navrkal, the new, hardworking and enthusiastic president of the Bixby Chamber of Commerce.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Consumer News | Issue: August 2007
Located just 10 minutes from the outskirts of Tulsa and Skiatook Lake, Bridle Creek Horse Ranch and Resort is nestled in the Osage Hills.
By: Value News | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: August 2007
June 1 – Automax Hyundai of Broken ArrowJune 7 – Keja VuJune 14 – Landmark Business Systems, Inc.June 21 – Johnny Starkey D.D.S., PCJune 26 – China Star Restau…
By: Christy Means-Smith | Category: Other | Issue: August 2007
The Broken Arrow Area Chamber of Commerce will hold its Expo ’07 event on Saturday, August 18. Held at Northeastern State University, the event will showcase the…
By: Judy Phillips | Category: Education | Issue: August 2007
For those who have not had the pleasure of visiting Claremore Beauty College, it is a worthwhile trip.
By: Sarah Mitschke | Category: Education | Issue: August 2007
Established in 1995 by Teresa Knox, chief executive officer, Community Care College offers post-secondary education in a variety of healthcare fields.
By: Sara Dale | Category: Health & Fitness | Issue: August 2007
Christy Jackson’s situation had literally gotten to the point where she had no leg to stand on.
By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Gifts & Decor | Issue: August 2007
Sometimes any old gift just will not do. For the times when you need something amazing, Epicurean Harvest has your solution.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: August 2007
With children and young adults heading back to school this month, there are some great savings to be found at Goodwill on back-to-school items. Shoppers will find all si…
By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Health & Beauty | Issue: August 2007
Good teeth and a great smile can make a world of difference for a person’s self-confidence. For those who are self-conscious about their teeth, there is a myriad of options available.
By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: August 2007
On August 18, car lovers from all over Oklahoma will have a great opportunity to check out amazing cars while supporting a great cause.
By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: August 2007
“People need education to be doctors. They need extensive training. But people don’t need any education to be able to get married.
By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Other | Issue: August 2007
Say hello to Jim Norton Mitsubishi. The Jim Norton Auto Group has recently bought Don Carlton Mitsubishi.
By: Lorrie Jackson | Category: Gifts & Decor | Issue: August 2007
It is no accident that Keja Vu, the name of the charming gift shop in Broken Arrow, sounds like “déjà vu.” That was the intention of owners Linda Kay Berry and Kelley Rash.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Pets | Issue: August 2007
Legacy Equine Centre has recently opened its doors as the newest, state-of-the-art hospital for horses in northeastern Oklahoma.
By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Other | Issue: August 2007
In the past few years, much has been made of the “health insurance crisis” afflicting our nation. The Oklahoma state legislature and Gov.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Restaurants | Issue: August 2007
Chris and Jeff Emerson, co-owners of the two naturalfarms locations in Tulsa, have given a new meaning to the words “farm fresh.” Nothing served or sold at naturalfa…
By: Christy Means-Smith | Category: Other | Issue: August 2007
State taxes primarily supply funds to local and regional government structures. Although they are necessary, taxes can be an extra burden on stressed budgets.
By: Lorrie Jackson | Category: Health & Beauty | Issue: August 2007
Nine years ago, Officer Tracy Townsend of the Owasso Police Department was looking for a good place to work out.
By: Lorrie Jackson | Category: Financial Services | Issue: August 2007
Over 25 years ago, FDIC limits were set by Congress at $100,000 per bank account.
By: Renetta Harrison | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: August 2007
The Rogers County Health Department is proud to announce the addition of a new nurse to its clinic staff.
By: Christy Means-Smith | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: August 2007
Community theater provides many genres of art for the community, as well as wonderful opportunities for actors and artists of all kinds.
By: Lorrie Jackson | Category: Consumer News | Issue: August 2007
Whether you are a frequent scrapbooker or just want to learn more about creative ways to preserve memories, the Creating Keepsakes Convention will offer something for everyone.
By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Consumer News | Issue: August 2007
Sooner Optical, an independent shop, has had the same hands-on owner since it was established in 1981.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Health & Fitness | Issue: August 2007
Statistics show that 85 percent of people in the U.S. suffer from back or neck pain at some point in their lives.
By: Sarah Mitschke | Category: Automotive | Issue: August 2007
James and Cindy Thomas, owners of Thomas Kwik Kar, maintain a business of quality car care and excellent customer service.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Special Interest | Issue: August 2007
Thunderbird Youth Academy’s mission is to intervene in the lives of at-risk youth. Launched in 1993, the academy has been supported by allocated funds from the state of Oklahoma since 1996.
By: Michael Lail | Category: Special Interest | Issue: August 2007
Tulsa Boys’ Home recently held its 88th Annual Members’ Meeting at the agency’s campus in Sand Springs.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Automotive | Issue: August 2007
The President’s Award, Ford Motor Company’s highest honor, acknowledges Ford dealerships that have led the United States in exceptional service and vehicle ownership experiences for their customers.
By: Value News | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: July 2007
By: Sarah Mitschke | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: July 2007
Mickey Thompson, president and CEO of the Broken Arrow Chamber of Commerce, has announced that Deb Marshall will join him at the chamber as the new vice president of business support and public affairs.
By: Virginia Goode | Category: Financial Services | Issue: July 2007
A recent news publication notes that identity theft will increase 20 times in the next 20 months. Similar to a thief breaking into your home, being a victim of identity theft is devastating.
By: Lorrie Jackson | Category: Health & Fitness | Issue: July 2007
As we enter July, it may seem a bit early to start thinking about obtaining your child’s medical records for the new school year.
By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Health & Fitness | Issue: July 2007
“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” This quote by Henry de Bracton, made famous by Benjamin Franklin, is certainly ascribed to by the Eastern Oklahoma…
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Special Interest | Issue: July 2007
Faith Church’s Faith Christian School and Early Learning Center in Glenpool is now accepting enrollment for K4, kindergarten and first grade students for fall 2008.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Home Improvement | Issue: July 2007
Fox’s Architectural specializes in affordable, architectural design products to give any home a sense of class and style.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Other | Issue: July 2007
Cabinet doors and woodwork eventually become dull in appearance. Daily use, even cooking grease and oils, is usually to blame. Sometimes scratches are revealed from repeated use.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Health & Beauty | Issue: July 2007
July marks the 12th anniversary of Golden Tan, L.L.C., located in Broken Arrow.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Other | Issue: July 2007
The Southern Classic Charity Horse Show was established in 1981 by Fox Trotter enthusiasts in Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas.
By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Home Improvement | Issue: July 2007
Tulsa’s Hanke Home Improvement is a branch of Hanke Brothers Siding and Windows, Inc. Based out of Hot Springs, Arkansas, Hanke Brothers has additional offices in Fayetteville and Jonesboro.
By: Lorrie Jackson | Category: Home Improvement | Issue: July 2007
“Do-it-yourself” projects have recently increased in popularity in our society.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Consumer News | Issue: July 2007
Jeff and Chris Emerson, owners of two naturalfarms stores in Tulsa, are redefining the meaning of the word “fresh.” Chris says, “Once food has been treated with pr…
By: Julie Dermody | Category: Other | Issue: July 2007
Oklahoma’s land rush brought many settlers to Indian territory. The frontier was difficult, and only the strongest survived. Sometimes parents died, leaving behind small children.
By: Sarah Mitschke | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: July 2007
The Christmas in July event is held every year in Owasso to promote shopping during the summertime, a time of the year when companies may experience less business than usual.
By: Lorrie Jackson | Category: Health & Fitness | Issue: July 2007
With summer in full swing, many area residents have spent a great deal of time at Owasso Fitness Zone to keep themselves healthy and in shape for the season.
By: Lorrie Jackson | Category: Photography | Issue: July 2007
Landmark occasions take place in everyone’s lives. If properly preserved, these occasions can provide memories to treasure for years to come.
By: Eddie Stephens | Category: Home Improvement | Issue: July 2007
Re-Bath of Tulsa is a local, family-owned company that specializes in one-day bath remodeling. The company has more than 6,000 satisfied customers since its establishment in 1993.
By: Lorrie Jackson | Category: Home Interior Retail | Issue: July 2007
Sometimes it seems we live in a disposable society. When something grows old or worn, we often just toss it aside in favor of something new.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Home Improvement | Issue: July 2007
Jim Miller, owner of Remodeling Xpert, has 50 years of experience in the industry. He is, indeed, a remodeling expert. The company’s specialty is in complete kitchen and bath remodeling.
By: Christy Means-Smith | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: July 2007
By enhancing the ability to think and create, the arts can be a fun way for people to further develop themselves intellectually.
By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: July 2007
Most Oklahoma residents are unaware of jazz music’s roots in Sapulpa. The upcoming Fifth Annual Royal Jazz Festival will provide an opportune time to learn more about jazz and its history in our state.
By: Sarah Mitschke | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: July 2007
Sponsored by the Bixby Chamber of Commerce, the Taste of Bixby food festival was held June 7 at Washington Irving Memorial Park and Arboretum.
By: Julie Dermody | Category: Consumer News | Issue: July 2007
For three years, The Scrapbook Store in Owasso has been providing a playground for adults; customers can spend hours having fun as they attempt to preserve history.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Other | Issue: July 2007
Robert Reed, owner of Timberbrook Barbeque and Daylight Donuts shop, thought barbeque and donuts under one roof sounded excellent.
By: Tina Lynn | Category: Special Interest | Issue: July 2007
The Tulsa Herb Society invites the community in welcoming Susan Belsinger to Tulsa.
By: Christy Means-Smith | Category: Other | Issue: July 2007
Celebrate July Fourth with fireworks from the Castle of Muskogee.A northeastern Oklahoma tradition is purchasing fireworks at the Castle of Muskogee.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Home Improvement | Issue: July 2007
Windows Doors & More, a member of the Home Builders Association, is a new company with lots of experience. Owner Randy Curtis has been in the remodeling industry for over 22 years.
By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Other | Issue: June 2007
Do you need a gift idea for Fathers’ Day? If you are looking for something fun, relaxing or something to bring the whole family together, Action Sports Company has your solution.
By: Sarah Mitschke | Category: Real Estate | Issue: June 2007
After taking some time off to have children, realtor Angie Cianfrone has returned to the real estate business.
By: Mary Bransford | Category: Health & Fitness | Issue: June 2007
Want to see your children make positive changes in just three months?
By: Sarah Mitschke | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: June 2007
For more than five years, the Arts and Humanities Council of Owasso has produced the Art in the Park series.
By: Sarah Mitschke | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: June 2007
This year’s Bixby Green Corn Festival will be held June 28 through 30.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Automotive | Issue: June 2007
The Brad Noe Autoplex Service Department is looking for a few good auto technicians who are goal-oriented, motivated and want to move to the top levels of their profession.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Other | Issue: June 2007
The Bridle Creek Horse Ranch and Resort, conveniently located in Osage County, will hold its grand opening on June 16.
By: Lorrie Jackson | Category: Financial Services | Issue: June 2007
When hearing the terms bookkeeper or accountant, people often think of taxes. However, while taxes are important to any business owner, Chris Fleming of Christopher W. Fleming, Inc.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Real Estate | Issue: June 2007
Coal Creek Landing is a private, quiet development, located close to the future site of convenient commercial additions.
By: Sarah Mitschke | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: June 2007
On February 10, 2005, 31-year-old Carrie Tudor, a victim of domestic violence, was shot to death by her ex-husband before he killed himself. The incident occurred at Carrie’s workplace in Tulsa.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Home Improvement | Issue: June 2007
Cabinet doors and woodwork eventually become dull in appearance. Daily use, even cooking grease and oils, is usually to blame. Sometimes scratches are revealed from repeated use.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: June 2007
Goodwill Industries of Tulsa recently celebrated 80 years of service with its 2007 Awards Luncheon.
By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Home Improvement | Issue: June 2007
Tulsa’s Hanke Home Improvement is a branch of Hanke Brothers Siding and Windows, Inc. Based out of Hot Springs, Arkansas, Hanke Brothers has additional offices in Fayetteville and Jonesboro.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Home Improvement | Issue: June 2007
Triple-Shield, a three-part ceramic coating product, has been marketed as more durable and better looking than paint.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Health & Beauty | Issue: June 2007
Heather Buffington has been a hairstylist for over 20 years.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: June 2007
A replication project of the historic Mason Hotel is now underway at the J.M. Davis Arms and Historical Museum in Claremore, recreating the hotel’s lobby and coffee shop.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Automotive | Issue: June 2007
Aside from its quality vehicles, Joe Marina Honda guarantees quality service and customer satisfaction.
By: Christy Means-Smith | Category: Special Interest | Issue: June 2007
Music has been used as a form of therapy for centuries, as it is both physically and emotionally soothing.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Health & Beauty | Issue: June 2007
Dr. Michelle Fugitt specializes in internal medicine and, this time of year, treats many patients suffering from seasonal allergies.
By: Sarah Mitschke | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: June 2007
The Christmas in July event is held every year in Owasso to promote shopping during the summertime, a time of the year when companies may experience less business than usual.
By: Sarah Mitschke | Category: Health & Beauty | Issue: June 2007
The Owasso Medical Spa offers a diverse selection of appearance-improving services.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: June 2007
Tighten up those shoelaces! It is time for the 10th Annual American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Broken Arrow.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: June 2007
Relay For Life is the main fundraising event for the American Cancer Society.
By: Lorrie Jackson | Category: Health & Beauty | Issue: June 2007
Have you ever met a person who seemed to be very solemn, withdrawn or unfriendly because he or she did not smile?
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Home Improvement | Issue: June 2007
Rock Solid Materials offers “tons” of variety. If you are interested in enhancing your space with rocks, stones or veneers, you are sure to enjoy the fun, outdoor store.
By: Sarah Mitschke | Category: Lawn & Garden | Issue: June 2007
Having owned the Rogers County Fence Company since 1968, Lewis and Patricia Armbrister of Claremore had received dozens of inquiries by customers about where to find quality portable buildings.
By: Lorrie Jackson | Category: Lawn & Garden | Issue: June 2007
The Rogers County Master Gardeners Association will host the Oklahoma State Master Gardeners Conference.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Other | Issue: June 2007
Route 66 RVs, located five miles north of Claremore on Highway 66, is once again helping to sponsor Oklahoma’s largest country music festival.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Special Interest | Issue: June 2007
It is only natural to have the desire to make the right decision for a loved one. Sometimes, depending on the needs of the person, the experience can be demanding, exhausting, or confusing.
By: Christy Means-Smith | Category: Health & Fitness | Issue: June 2007
Wanda Harris, N.D., of the Herbal Lady in Owasso is dedicated to the pursuit of good health and well-being.
By: Rebecca Fast | Category: Financial Services | Issue: June 2007
No longer in front of the camera but still in the spotlight, Mike Ziegenhorn is a community player in his new position at The Holmes Organisation, a Tulsa-based independ…
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Lawn & Garden | Issue: June 2007
In honor of its recent donation of $80,000 to the Tulsa Parks Department, the Tulsa Garden Club was honored by the Tulsa Garden Center with a ceremony to dedicate 544 ne…
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Other | Issue: June 2007
Tulsa Hearing Technologies, LLC, which is a partnership of Kevin McDugle, president, and Tracy Searcy, vice president, is enjoying a new office at 71st Street and Sheridan.
By: Christy Means-Smith | Category: Health & Beauty | Issue: June 2007
With new techniques at the Vascular and Vein Laser Center in Claremore, vein therapy is easier than ever. Nearly 50 percent of the adult population suffers from unattractive and painful vein diseases.
By: Christy Means-Smith | Category: Health & Beauty | Issue: May 2007
Advanced Cosmetic Medicine is in tune with the latest, most effective skincare products and technology.
By: Christy Means-Smith | Category: Home Improvement | Issue: May 2007
Some electric companies take interest in hassling customers to sell products in addition to their services.
By: Sarah Mitschke | Category: Automotive | Issue: May 2007
South Pointe Chevrolet’s customers are comfortable and pleased with the dealership’s reliable automotive sales and service.
By: Value News | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: May 2007
Broken Arrow Chamber of Commerce CEO and President Mickey Thompson recently announced the promotion of Kathy Reynolds and Sandy Cagle to vice president positions within …
By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Other | Issue: May 2007
Do-it-yourself computer and network setup is definitely not for everyone. It can be confusing, overwhelming and frustrating. Reliable, quality tech services can be difficult to find.
By: Value News | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: May 2007
May marks the beginning of the 12th Annual Oklahoma Renaissance Festival.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Special Interest | Issue: May 2007
Choices For Life Foster Care, Inc.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: May 2007
City Manager Troy Powell and Assistant City Manager Matt Mueller are both very quick to give credit to the Claremore City Council for its willingness and ability to “d…
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Consumer News | Issue: May 2007
Claremore Regional Hospital’s Peggy Trease, marketing director, and Cheryl West, marketing coordinator, agree that the staff is essential in making the hospital the success it is today.
By: Lorrie Jackson | Category: Consumer News | Issue: May 2007
Parents who buy cell phone plans for their children often face a common dilemma: they want to provide the cell phone for its convenience and safety.
By: Christy Means-Smith | Category: Restaurants | Issue: May 2007
Two things that most people of all ages enjoy are parties and pizza.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Other | Issue: May 2007
While getting her education at Oklahoma State University, Donna Patterson was a member of the Equestrian Club.
By: Sara Dale | Category: Health & Fitness | Issue: May 2007
Ronald LaButti, D.O., has been changing patients’ lives by offering the Stryker surgical navigation system for total knee replacement surgery. Specializing in or…
By: Value News | Category: Health & Fitness | Issue: May 2007
A leading ear, nose, throat and allergy specialist, B. Mark Welch, D.O., F.A.C.O.C, welcomes the expertise of Andrea Wall to the Ear Nose Throat & Allergy Center.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Other | Issue: May 2007
Cabinet doors and woodwork eventually become dull in appearance. Daily use, even cooking grease and oils, is usually to blame. Sometimes scratches are revealed from repeated use.
By: Sarah Mitschke | Category: Automotive | Issue: May 2007
Jaguar of Tulsa’s world class facility, renovated in 2002, is reflected in its world class service.
By: Eddie Stephens | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: May 2007
Beginning May 6 and continuing every Sunday through May 27, Newspring Family Church in Jenks will explore Character Island.
By: Eddie Stephens | Category: Home Improvement | Issue: May 2007
For 20 years, PMC Homes has offered quality homes to its customers. Now, with new environmental guidelines, the company guarantees energy-efficient homes with the Energy Star® label.
By: Julie Dermody | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: May 2007
Oklahoma is a native land of the red man, where landscapes of rolling hills and wide-open prairies meet.
By: Sarah Mitschke | Category: Consumer News | Issue: May 2007
Melissa Goodman, owner of ScrapHappy’s in Tulsa, began scrapbooking shortly after her son was born.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Special Interest | Issue: May 2007
Select Life Management understands the impact of the aging process on individuals in need of care, as well as their families.
By: Value News | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: May 2007
Shauna Henry of Jenks and Debbie Trevino of Collinsville will be holding a garage sale from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on May 19 and 20 at 419 E. F St. in Jenks.
By: Sarah Mitschke | Category: Health & Fitness | Issue: May 2007
Studies show that 85 percent of Americans are plagued with back or neck pain sometime in their lives, unable to carryon with their daily activities. Dwight Korgan,…
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Automotive | Issue: May 2007
Superwrench Import Auto Specialists has served Tulsans and their import automobiles for 30 years. The company has been at its current location near 61st Street and Garnett for the past 20 of those years.
By: Sarah Mitschke | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: May 2007
The Arts and Humanities Council of Owasso excitedly awaits A Sweet Southern Night, the Fourth Annual Timmy and Cindy Gala.
By: Christy Means-Smith | Category: Consumer News | Issue: May 2007
Are you a consumer looking for a different type of shopping experience? Or are you a merchandiser who would like space to sell products without having to rent an entire storefront?
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Consumer News | Issue: May 2007
After moving to Oklahoma in 1979 and launching a 20-year career in medical sales in the early 1980’s, Mike McLea developed a yearning to own a UPS store.
By: Sarah Mitschke | Category: Consumer News | Issue: May 2007
As Owasso’s leading apartment community, The Villas at Bailey Ranch has been growing since the property was purchased in 1999.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Health & Fitness | Issue: May 2007
Dr. Craig Day has been practicing at the Tulsa Back Institute (formerly Life Chiropractic) in Broken Arrow for over 20 years.
By: Value News | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: May 2007
Excitement is high as horseracing fans and Tulsa Boys’ Home supporters sign up for the Third Annual Run for the Roses fundraising event.
By: Value News | Category: Other | Issue: May 2007
The 35th Annual Tulsa International Mayfest is scheduled for May 17 through 20 in the heart of downtown Tulsa. Mayfest is a family-oriented, outdoor tribute to the arts and music.
By: Christy Means-Smith | Category: Other | Issue: May 2007
America’s most trusted pharmacy, Walgreens, offers more than the average customer is aware. Its compounding services are another of the company’s recipes for success.
By: Value News | Category: Lawn & Garden | Issue: April 2007
Springtime is here, and it’s time to stop putting off home maintenance chores. Unfortunately one chore some people put off until it is too late is having their homes inspected for termites.
By: Eddie Stephens | Category: Financial Services | Issue: April 2007
A retired state senator, Ted Fisher has newly been appointed as the first ever economic development director in Sapulpa. Before selecting Fisher for the prestigiou…
By: Sarah Mitschke | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: April 2007
The arrival of spring brings A New Leaf’s Seventh Annual Gardenfest and Craft Fair to Broken Arrow.
By: Christy Means-Smith | Category: Consumer News | Issue: April 2007
Mothers’ Day and graduation are right around the corner.
By: Christy Means-Smith | Category: Special Interest | Issue: April 2007
When confronted with a new year, many people’s resolutions center on their health and appearance.
By: Sarah Mitschke | Category: Other | Issue: April 2007
Arkansas Valley State Bank has been in business since before many of today’s Broken Arrow and Tulsa residents inhabited the area.
By: Value News | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: April 2007
Combining a tradition of rich music with an evening of wonderment, the Broken Arrow Arts and Humanities Council gives its final presentation of the Encore Series. …
By: Christy Means-Smith | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: April 2007
Renowned as Oklahoma’s oldest festival, Broken Arrow’s Rooster Days event is marked far in advance on the calendars of many.
By: Angela Henderson | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: April 2007
Two local child advocacy agencies, the William W. Barnes Children’s Advocacy Center and Tri-County Court Appointed Special Advocates, have announced that April is Chil…
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Other | Issue: April 2007
Christopher W. Fleming, Inc., with offices in Claremore and Owasso, offers a broad range of professional and financial services, including tax planning and preparation, …
By: Eddie Stephens | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: April 2007
May 19 marks the day Claremore and the rest of Rogers County will honor its history.
By: Eddie Stephens | Category: Financial Services | Issue: April 2007
Many small-business owners and their employees are interested in their options for insurance coverage. Creative Insurance Solutions provides an affordable group insurance alternative.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Consumer News | Issue: April 2007
Dave and Gloria Pierce joined the RV industry in 1979 as Dave’s Claremore RV. The couple started their business in a small building on Historic Route 66 near Claremore, Okla.
By: Eddie Stephens | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: April 2007
On Saturday, April 7, a few thousand children and their families will congregate at Faith Church in Glenpool. Their annual Easter Extravaganza is a seasonal attrac…
By: Eddie Stephens | Category: Home Improvement | Issue: April 2007
Many homeowners are interested in cost-effective enhancements for their living spaces; however, a growing trend towards environmental awareness has many wanting to be
By: Value News | Category: Pets | Issue: April 2007
Green Country Veterinary Hospital, located at 12226 A Heywood Hill Road in Sapulpa, announces the immediate offering of laser surgery to pet owners in the Sapulpa and Tulsa metropolitan areas.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Home Improvement | Issue: April 2007
Jim Kline, owner of Handyman Connections in Tulsa, is building long-term relationships with customers because of the company’s outstanding reputation for value, servic…
By: Christy Means-Smith | Category: Health & Beauty | Issue: April 2007
The process of choosing a hair stylist to best suit your needs can be a trying experience.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: April 2007
J.M. Davis first caught a glimpse of his future shortly after turning seven years old. Davis’ father gave him a muzzle-loading shotgun that cost only $1.50; not …
By: Sarah Mitschke | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: April 2007
It’s officially springtime, and many Oklahomans have replaced their snow boots with flip flops. But with the new season comes spring cleaning, a dreaded task by most.
By: Christy Means-Smith | Category: Other | Issue: April 2007
Those who are familiar with Jenks know it not only for its numerous antique boutiques, but for its numerous events and festivals.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Other | Issue: April 2007
“We can personalize any automobile to the max and do it with the finest GM or aftermarket products available today,” says David Nicholson, manager of Jim Glover Chevrolet Accessories.
By: Christy Means-Smith | Category: Financial Services | Issue: April 2007
Most of us run short of money at some point in our lives. When just needing an extra few hundred dollars, it can sometimes be difficult to borrow a small amount from a large institution.
By: Christy Means-Smith | Category: Financial Services | Issue: April 2007
Neely Insurance Agency has been in business in Claremore since April 1951.
By: Value News | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: April 2007
Owasso’s largest festival celebrates the city’s colorful past and progressive future. Trail Days, a three-day festival during the first weekend in May, provide…
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Home Improvement | Issue: April 2007
Whether you want to learn more about the concrete staining process, find out how you can do it yourself or determine the cost of having concrete professionally stained, …
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Health & Fitness | Issue: April 2007
At Renaissance Dental, family dentistry is the practice, and preventive dentistry is the focus.
By: Sara Dale | Category: Other | Issue: April 2007
The growing list of national awards Ronald S. LaButti, D.O., receives is indeed impressive. Even more extraordinary is Dr. LaButti’s ongoing commitment to improving his patients’ quality of life.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Special Interest | Issue: April 2007
Shortly after moving to Verdigris in 1994, Rusty Magiera found himself interested in politics and right in the middle of the town’s political arena.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Special Interest | Issue: April 2007
SeniorSelect includes two divisions of healthcare: SeniorSelect and Select Life Management.
By: Sarah Mitschke | Category: Consumer News | Issue: April 2007
Scrapbookers in Claremore are probably familiar with Simply Scrapbooks, a unique store with supplies for any scrapbook project. For those who have not yet gotten i…
By: Christy Means-Smith | Category: Consumer News | Issue: April 2007
Tile By Tony has been expanding since 1982, when master craftsman Tony Sementi first opened the business.
By: Value News | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: April 2007
Spring has sprung! Are you ready to start digging in the dirt to make your landscape beautiful again after the long, cold winter?
By: Value News | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: April 2007
Organizers of the 2007 Tulsa International Mayfest, scheduled for May 17 through 20 in beautiful downtown Tulsa, are seeking volunteers for the festival. Both indi…
By: Christy Smith | Category: Health & Beauty | Issue: April 2007
Walgreens has always provided its customers with excellent customer service and a variety of products.
By: Lorrie Jackson | Category: Health & Beauty | Issue: March 2007
After the hard winter we have just experienced, you may find it refreshing to watch the world put on a brand new face for spring.
By: Christy Smith | Category: Real Estate | Issue: March 2007
Many people think that helping people buying and selling houses is a lot of fun.
By: Lorrie Jackson | Category: Other | Issue: March 2007
Oklahoma celebrates its centennial this year, and there are very few banking institutions that have the distinction of being around when statehood became official.
By: Eddie Stephens | Category: Restaurants | Issue: March 2007
Are you tired of the family fighting over where to eat tonight? Problem solved. Check out Buffet City in Owasso for a new dining experience where options are plentiful and choices appears limitless.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Other | Issue: March 2007
Chandler Materials Company manufactures VERSA-LOK retaining wall systems, the solid solution that covers your needs from backyard fire pits to 40-foot serpentine walls
By: Christy Means-Smith | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: March 2007
Spring is fast approaching, and with it comes many plans for weddings.
By: Mary Bower | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: March 2007
The CPSF was established in 1988 by a group of community citizens for the purpose of improving the quality of education in Claremore Schools.
By: Lorrie Jackson | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: March 2007
There has been a new addition to the Tulsa landscape, and it is certainly a welcome one.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Health & Fitness | Issue: March 2007
That’s right!
By: Lorrie Jackson | Category: Health & Fitness | Issue: March 2007
Over the last century, the medical world has made great strides in healthcare and the treatment of disease, with a greater understanding of the human physiology than ever before.
By: Christy Means-Smith | Category: Consumer News | Issue: March 2007
By spring, practically everyone is ready to shed the layers and bring out the lighter clothing.
By: Lorrie Jackson | Category: Health & Beauty | Issue: March 2007
In recent years, sunlight has gotten a “bad rap” as discussion of ozone depletion and skin cancer has taken the forefront.
By: Lorrie Jackson | Category: Consumer News | Issue: March 2007
Bargain Hunters everywhere share a little secret. They dress like they have a million dollars, but they do not. They look like they just stepped out of a fashion magazine, but they did not.
By: Eddie Stephens | Category: Other | Issue: March 2007
The Jenks Chamber of Commerce has been advocating good causes like education for over 40 years.
By: Lorrie Jackson | Category: Real Estate | Issue: March 2007
As housing prices continue to rise in today’s competitive real estate market, having a new home may seem like an impossible dream. But it is not.
By: Julie Dermody | Category: Consumer News | Issue: March 2007
Are you tired of shopping overpriced malls and department stores? Have you been searching the garage sales for baby items, trying to keep as much money in your pocketbook as possible?
By: Christy Means-Smith | Category: Other | Issue: March 2007
Great deals to be found at the Broken Arrow Community Center.
By: Dawn Melton | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: March 2007
What is “Leadership”? Leadership is hard to define. It can mean different things to different people.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Automotive | Issue: March 2007
Kelly Casey, Service Manager for Lincoln Mercury of Tulsa, runs her department with the utmost honesty and integrity. Casey says, “I focus on the needs of the customer.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Home Improvement | Issue: March 2007
Mill Creek Home Improvements offers options of just about anything a builder or homeowner could want in windows, doors or siding.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Consumer News | Issue: March 2007
It would probably be easier to tell you what Pack & Mail Plus is not, rather than what it is. Pack & Mail Plus is a service-packed business that caters to individuals and businesses.
By: Eddie Stephens | Category: Consumer News | Issue: March 2007
Looking for the perfect gift or need a new centerpiece for your table or wreath for your front door? Come visit Rathbone’s Flair at their location in Jenks.
By: Christy Means-Smith | Category: Home Improvement | Issue: March 2007
Spring cleaning often leads to more ambitious projects such remodeling and home improvements.
By: Eddie Stephens | Category: Home Improvement | Issue: March 2007
Are you thinking about remodeling a special room in your house? Be sure to check out Remodeling Xpert!
By: Julie Dermody | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: March 2007
Several years ago, the Rubber Duckie left the small waterways of the bathtub, graduated to larger waters, and captured nationwide attention as thousands of little yellow…
By: Eddie Stephens | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: March 2007
Each year the Sapulpa Chamber of Commerce seeks outstanding individuals to be recognized as their Citizen of the Year.
By: Value News | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: March 2007
Each year the Premium Show and Sale event is put on, involving students committed to agriculture.
By: Lorrie Jackson | Category: Consumer News | Issue: March 2007
With more and more men and women working outside the home today, people long to create a sanctuary to which they can retreat after a long day.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Other | Issue: March 2007
Dr. Tracy L. Standridge, D.C., of Standridge Clinic and Structural Rehabilitation treats a number of problems relating to the neck and back. One of the most promis…
By: Lorrie Jackson | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: March 2007
Attention all canine lovers: it’s that time of year again—time to mark your calendars for the annual Dog Iron Classic All Breed Dog Show sponsored by the Claremore Kennel Club.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: March 2007
Cindy Thomas is the chairperson for the 2007 Rogers/Mayes County “Heroes for the ARC (American Red Cross)” fundraising campaign.
By: Eddie Stephens | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: March 2007
Tulsa Transit is excited to introduce their new EZ Rider Program.
By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Automotive | Issue: March 2007
WOW! What a treat it is to experience a test drive in the NEW 2008 F-SERIES SUPER DUTY Ford Truck!
By: Christy Means-Smith | Category: Health & Beauty | Issue: February 2007
When confronted with a new year, many people’s resolutions center on their health and appearance.
By: Eddie Stephens | Category: Other | Issue: February 2007
Reliability and service are more than mere words at Bob Hurley Ford - they are the foundation of their business.
By: Lorrie Jackson | Category: Financial Services | Issue: February 2007
By now, you have probably received your W-2’s and other basic information necessary to file your income tax returns for 2006.
By: Lorrie Jackson | Category: Other | Issue: February 2007
“Man may work from sun to sun, but a woman’s work is never done.” This adage is an old one, but it still rings true today.
By: Marsha Chisum | Category: Health & Fitness | Issue: February 2007
You are a mature woman. You are in control—cool, calm and collected. Then, without warning, you feel as if a thermostat inside your body was just pushed up to high.
By: Lorrie Jackson | Category: Home Improvement | Issue: February 2007
The Better Business Bureau receives thousands of complaints each year from customers dissatisfied with all types of services.
By: Lorrie Jackson | Category: Home Improvement | Issue: February 2007
If you have been searching for the perfect house you know the process can be exciting and yet frustrating at times.
By: Value News | Category: Other | Issue: February 2007
The level of expertise resulting in exceptional golf courses is now available for the home “course” – your lawn.
By: Lorrie Jackson | Category: Other | Issue: February 2007
Gleam Guard is becoming well known in the area for its ability to restore old cabinetry to its former glory, saving homeowners the time, money and hassle it would have cost them to replace those cabinets.
By: Eddie Stephens | Category: Home Improvement | Issue: February 2007
Replace or restore. Did you know you have options regarding your home’s tile and grout? Grout Care of Tulsa simplifies the decision.
By: Mary Bransford | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: February 2007
Women are no longer waiting for Mr. Right to buy a house. Single women buying their own homes is the fastest growing segment of the real estate market.
By: Eddie Stephens | Category: Automotive | Issue: February 2007
Toyota quality leaves little room for improvement. Available customization takes that quality to a new level.The recently unveiled FJ Cruiser adds to the list of exceptional Toyota vehicles.
By: Sarah Franzen | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: February 2007
Founded in 1923, The Junior League of Tulsa, Inc.
By: Christy Means-Smith | Category: Restaurants | Issue: February 2007
Ludger’s Cakes & Catering has developed a large and devoted following over the years, and success can be attributed to these main aspects: The quality of the cakes…
By: Mary Bransford | Category: Health & Fitness | Issue: February 2007
According to the American Heart Association, about 480,000 women die of cardiovascular disease annually, more than the total number of cardiovascular disease-related dea…
By: Lorrie Jackson | Category: Restaurants | Issue: February 2007
“Ain’t nothin’ like the real thing baby, ain’t nothin’ like the real thing…” You have probably heard the lyrics to this song and know that this statement c…
By: Lorrie Jackson | Category: Other | Issue: February 2007
Do you wake up feeling stiff and sore in the morning? Have you found that your quality of sleep has diminished in the last few months?
By: Lorrie Jackson | Category: Health & Fitness | Issue: February 2007
If you drive by Owasso Fitness Zone these days, you are likely to see a fire truck or two sitting in the parking lot. Not to worry.
By: Lorrie Jackson | Category: Financial Services | Issue: February 2007
The 1930’s marked a time of tremendous turmoil in the United States as the Great Depression ravaged the country’s landscape.
By: Eddie Stephens | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: February 2007
What do the following have in common: a parking meter, a grocery cart, and a Yield traffic sign?This is a strange combination of items, certainly.
By: Mary Bransford | Category: Health & Fitness | Issue: February 2007
If you are one of millions of Americans who suffer from chronic back pain, read on.
By: Eddie Stephens | Category: Automotive | Issue: February 2007
Su•per. A prefix indicating: 1. Superiority in quality. Superwrench. A far from typical automotive repair shop (with a cool logo as well).Superwrench Import Auto Specialist began in 1977.
By: Christy Means-Smith | Category: Health & Beauty | Issue: February 2007
Who gets varicose veins, and why does it happen? There can be several contributing factors, according to Dr. Kyle Hrdlicka of the Vascular and Vein Laser Center in Claremore.
By: Thom Golden | Category: In Our Communities | Issue: February 2007
So, spring is just around the corner and you’re looking out at your garden and wondering what you’re going to do to give that boring yard a little pizzazz.
By: Eddie Stephens | Category: Home Improvement | Issue: January 2007
Your home’s interior is susceptible. To what, you may wonder.Interior damage and repair needs are equally as common as those on your home’s exterior.
By: Eddie Stephens | Category: Other | Issue: January 2007
Accessing available funds is essential. Are there options if access is delayed?The answer is yes!
By: Value News | Category: Health & Beauty | Issue: January 2007
Spring is near, promising warmer weather right around the corner. But don’t wait until June to get your skin into top condition.
By: Lorrie Jackson | Category: Home Improvement | Issue: January 2007
Recently, Cynthia of south Tulsa was ready for a change. Over the years she had lived in her home, she had implemented cosmetic changes to the forty year old kitchen.
By: Eddie Stephens | Category: Restaurants | Issue: January 2007
Arizona Mexican Restaurant has an established reputation for authentic Mexican food and many loyal customers.At their Broken Arrow location for 11 years, owner, Heyka Za…
By: Eddie Stephens | Category: Financial Services | Issue: January 2007
Ever had that sense when speaking with someone that they truly enjoy their work?
By: Eddie Stephens | Category: Automotive | Issue: January 2007
Three keys. That is what Mike Fitzpatrick, Service and Parts Director, believes is significant to the success of Owasso’s Classic Chevrolet.He has been with this locally owned dealership for 15 years.
By: Lorrie Jackson | Category: Other | Issue: January 2007
In October of 2006, Curves celebrated the opening of their club number 10,000 and is now ranked the 9th largest franchise in the world.
By: Eddie Stephens | Category: Health & Fitness | Issue: January 2007
Dr. Craig Day is extremely satisfied with the results.
By: Jamie Brace | Category: Other | Issue: January 2007
“Did you know that hearing loss has been cited as the third most common health related problem, and the most common chronic health condition affecting older adults,”…
By: Value News | Category: Pets | Issue: January 2007
Arthritis is a condition that affects more than 8 million of dogs and cats, it is believed that one in five adult dogs is affected.
By: Christy Means-Smith | Category: Restaurants | Issue: January 2007
Germany is well known for excellent food, wines and beers. Some of us are lucky enough to experience German dining at the source, but an overseas trip is not within everyone’s budget!
By: Lorrie Jackson | Category: Home Improvement | Issue: January 2007
Imagine you have bought what you believe to be your dream home. It has the perfect floor plan, the perfect number of bedrooms and baths; in fact, everything about it seems perfect.
By: Lorrie Jackson | Category: Other | Issue: January 2007
Obesity has become an epidemic in the United States over the past two decades and so it is no surprise that a show like The Biggest Loser (NBC) would become popular.
By: Eddie Stephens | Category: Automotive | Issue: January 2007
Joe Marina Honda has a reputation for quality automobiles and service.
By: Randy Grady | Category: Automotive | Issue: January 2007
“Vehicle manufacturers spend Billions of dollars designing, engineering, conducting performance and durability studies and tests before sending their vehicles to the final production assembly line.
By: Lorrie Jackson | Category: Health & Beauty | Issue: January 2007
If you have stretch marks, you may have long ago resigned yourself to the fact that you have three choices: topical creams, which may or may not offer limited results, e…
By: Eddie Stephens | Category: Other | Issue: January 2007
Experience, quality and guarantees are the unseen foundation of home buying.
By: Eddie Stephens | Category: Photography | Issue: January 2007
Picture it! Quite simply, that’s the business of Portraitefx. Bob Foshay owns a local franchise of this Dallas area based company.
By: Sara Dale | Category: Health & Fitness | Issue: January 2007
It’s exciting to know you are scheduled for total joint replacement surgery. You know it will relieve the constant pain you have dealt with for more years than you care to recount.
By: Eddie Stephens | Category: Automotive | Issue: January 2007
Location, location, location and Sand Springs Ford is no exception!
By: Lorrie Jackson | Category: Health & Fitness | Issue: January 2007
The verdict is in (and has been for quite some time): smoking is hazardous to your health.
By: Eddie Stephens | Category: Automotive | Issue: January 2007
Su•per. A prefix indicating: 1. Superiority in quality. Superwrench. A far from typical automotive repair shop (with a cool logo as well).Superwrench Import Auto Specialist began in 1977.
By: Eddie Stephens | Category: Automotive | Issue: January 2007
Today’s rental car market has many choices.
By: Lorrie Jackson | Category: Health & Beauty | Issue: January 2007
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