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Things To Know About The 2024 Election

By: Value News | Category: Special Interest | Issue: February 2024

2024 will be one of the busiest years for elections in Tulsa County history. Now is the time to note when to head to the polls.

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Broken Arrow Citizen Survey

By: City of Broken Arrow | Category: Special Interest | Issue: February 2024

The City of Broken Arrow is conducting a Citizen Survey and asking residents what projects and initiatives they would like to see included in the upcoming 2026 General Obligation Bond package.

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City of Broken Arrow Announces Promotions

By: City of Broken Arrow | Category: Special Interest | Issue: February 2024

City Manager Michael Spurgeon recently announced the promotion of Brandy Parks and Emily Rowland to new roles at the City of Broken Arrow.

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Disability at Work Business Summit

By: Catherine Heimdale | Category: Special Interest | Issue: February 2024

The Disability at Work: Thrive Forum 2024 Business Summit is scheduled for March 28, 2024, from 9 am - 4 pm at the Oklahoma History Center, 800 Nazih Zuhdi Dr, Oklahoma City, OK 73105.

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Unseen: Caregiver Documentary

By: Catherine Heimdale | Category: Special Interest | Issue: February 2024

Sooner SUCCESS is proud to announce that they have partnered with the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services

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Will Rogers Interpreter Releases Second Children's Book

By: Rachel O'Donnell | Category: Special Interest | Issue: December 2023

Bart Taylor, Will Rogers Interpreter, has released his second children's book, "Will Rogers and His Great Presidential Pals".

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Eden Village of Tulsa Aims to Help the Homeless

By: Chris Putman | Category: Special Interest | Issue: September 2023

Tulsa has about 3,600 homeless individuals, Eden Village of Tulsa, is a 17-acre gated community, with 63 tiny homes, a community center, greenhouse and farm designed to provide permanent homes for the displaced and those in need.

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Historic Victory For Cherokee Nation

By: Haylie Smart | Category: Special Interest | Issue: July 2023

A historic event took place at the Will Rogers Birthplace in Oologah on June 12, where an impressive turnout celebrated a milestone for the Cherokee Nation during a cool and breezy morning.

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Martha Vaughan Fundraiser

By: Russell Lacour | Category: Special Interest | Issue: June 2023

Martha Vaughan's family asks for help from the community to offset medical costs.

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Tulsa County Assessor's Staff Awarded Deputy Certification

By: Value News | Category: Special Interest | Issue: December 2022

Seven employees from the Tulsa County Assessor’s Office were recognized as having successfully completed the requirements for Deputy Certification.

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Rose District Farmers “Winter” Market Open Tuesdays starting Dec. 6

By: Value News | Category: Special Interest | Issue: December 2022

Fresh, local meats and produce options from the Rose District Farmers Market will now be available Tuesdays, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., beginning Dec. 6.

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Dancing in the Kitchen with BrisaTropical.com, Internet Radio!

By: Aarika Copeland | Category: Special Interest | Issue: November 2022

Turn on the oven, tune into BrisaTropical.com internet radio, and put on your dancing shoes!

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Be Part of Something Great!

By: Tom Fink | Category: Special Interest | Issue: October 2022

We work with people that need 24-hours-a-day care in their home settings, those who need help with the basics of looking after themselves, and we also work with people who are highly independent – those who have jobs outside of the home, who drive their own vehicles, etc.

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Cook Up A Tropical Party with BrisaTropical.com, Internet Radio!

By: Value News | Category: Special Interest | Issue: September 2022

Cook up your own personal dance party with stuffed ripe plantains and BrisaTropical.com internet radio.

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Festival Features Woodcarving, Art and Demonstrations

By: Christy Stephens | Category: Special Interest | Issue: August 2022

In August, the 2022 Woodcarving and Arts Festival returns for its 47th year, taking place at the Broken Arrow Rose District’s Central Park Community Center.

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Experience Music Magic

By: Kathy Smith | Category: Special Interest | Issue: August 2022

The Church Studio and Russell’s Shelter Records recorded and produced some of the most influential acts and music of all time. Through the Church doors walked Willie Nelson, Eric Clapton, Stevie Wonder, Bob Dylan, Bob Seger, Jimmy Buffet, Bob Marley, George Harrison, Kansas, Phoebe Snow, JJ Cale, The GAP Band, Freddie King, Peter Tosh, Dwight Tilley, Ringo Starr and many others. Memorabilia of their presence are displayed.

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Ally Siefried is One For All

By: Kathy Smith | Category: Special Interest | Issue: August 2022

Ally Seifried has earned her spot into the Republican runoff for state Senate District 2 after finishing in the top two in the Primary Election.

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Festival Features Woodcarving, Art and Demonstrations

By: Christy Stephens | Category: Special Interest | Issue: July 2022

In August, the 2022 Woodcarving and Arts Festival returns for its 47th year, taking place at the Broken Arrow Rose District’s Central Park Community Center.

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Relive the Leon Russell Legacy

By: Kathy Smith | Category: Special Interest | Issue: July 2022

Experience history at The Church Studio - a tribute to the legacy of Leon Russell, the Tulsa Sound, and an active recording studio.

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A Tribute to Gus Hardin, Debbie Campbell, Betsy Smittle and The Tulsa Sound

By: Carol Matza | Category: Special Interest | Issue: April 2022

Tulsa was jamming on a world stage back in the early 1970s and 80s, developing their own sound that made a four-corner impact across the globe. The energy created by an immensely talented group of Oklahoma musicians will be re-created May 15th at Cain’s Ballroom, a venue that many Tulsa Sound artists called home. This tribute concert will pay honor to three amazing female artists, Gus Hardin, Debbie Campbell and Betsy Smittle, although no longer with us, these women have left a legacy that will live on for years to come.

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26th Annual Oklahoma Renaissance Festival Six Weekends of Merriment!

By: Value News | Category: Special Interest | Issue: April 2022

The Castle invites one and all to join the festivities of the 26th Annual Oklahoma Renaissance Festival! Travel back to 1569 England to experience the royal quest for knighthood, a full-contact Jousting Tournament, Birds of Prey exhibitions and traveling Acrobats! We celebrate the joyous return of the festival on Saturday April 30th. The patrons of Castleton shall be welcomed through the village gates by Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth and her Court of Nobles. Season Passes are now available on www.okcastle.com. Daily passes will with go live on March 1st (Great idea for unique gift options this spring).

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Home of Hope's Golf Classic, '19th Hole' Silent Auction Returns

By: Tom Fink | Category: Special Interest | Issue: March 2022

For generations, Home of Hope has served members of the community dealing with intellectual or developmental disadvantages to create opportunities and provide, as the name implies, hope. Hope for a better life. Hope to contribute to society. Hope to have the opportunity to make a difference. One means by which Home of Hope does this is by way of its annual benefit golf tournament, the proceeds of which go to benefit the Home of Hope subsidiary, Rogers County Training Center.

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KRISTIN CHENOWETH BROADWAY BOOT CAMP AUDITIONS SET, CAMP WILL RETURN IN PERSON SUMMER 2022

By: Kim Vento | Category: Special Interest | Issue: March 2022

An open casting call for students currently in grades 8-12 will take place beginning March 4, 2022, via video audition submissions for the seventh annual Kristin Chenoweth Broadway Boot Camp, to be held in person at the Broken Arrow Performing Arts Center in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. This year, Ms. Chenoweth herself, along with a team of A-list Broadway professionals, will collaborate with the students, offering insight into the world of performing arts for aspiring entertainers.

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Kristin Chenoweth Broadway Bootcamp Applications Due April 1st

By: Kim Vento | Category: Special Interest | Issue: March 2022

Emmy Award winning Director and Choreographer Kenny Ortega will take the reins as Camp Director for this summer’s Kristin Chenoweth Broadway Bootcamp. Ortega & Chenoweth have a long history working with each other including their triumph on the Disney Channel, “Descendants”, and of course, the PBS special "Coming Home” filmed at the Kristin Chenoweth Theater in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma.

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Gala Time! Tulsa Making a Difference by Uncorking the Cure

By: Christy Stephens | Category: Special Interest | Issue: February 2022

On Friday, March 4, 2022, the National Multiple Sclerosis Society will present their 20th Annual Uncorking the Cure for MS fundraising gala at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in downtown Tulsa. This important event is your opportunity to contribute while also enjoying the exciting activities of the evening. You can help fuel solutions for everyone by participating, donating or volunteering in this event.

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Vault Gallery Showcases Native American Art

By: Tom Fink | Category: Special Interest | Issue: February 2022

A newly established art gallery along the Mother Road in northeast Oklahoma will be showcasing the works of Native American artisans. Just off Route 66 in Catoosa, the Vault Gallery is the culmination of the aspirations and efforts of a group of dedicated Native American artists and volunteers. The group? The Route 66 Native Arts Alliance.

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Build Your Career in Broken Arrow

By: Christy Stephens | Category: Special Interest | Issue: February 2022

Peer-to-peer career groups create a space for young professionals to build self-confidence and gain essential knowledge to set and achieve work related goals. Finding ways to connect classroom subject matter, everyday life and career aspirations can be a challenge. Joining a young professionals group provides activities and access to throw yourself into the mix and experience firsthand solutions to navigating your burgeoning career.

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Women Winning at Life: Tulsa Women's Expo with a Cause

By: Christy Stephens | Category: Special Interest | Issue: January 2022

One of Tulsa’s most popular and anticipated lifestyle events is returning to Tulsa Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 19 – 20. The 37th Annual News on 6 Tulsa Women’s Expo with a Cause will fill the Expo Square Central Park Hall with the latest and best products and services for women, entertainment, a Mother-Daughter Look Alike contest, food, workshops and more.

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Presented and Curated by the Grammy Museum® Woody Guthrie Center Exhibit Celebrates Some of Country's Leading Ladies

By: Christy Stephens | Category: Special Interest | Issue: January 2022

The Woody Guthrie Center has been a prized addition to Tulsa’s cultural arts scene since its very inception. The center has provided Oklahoma citizens with invaluable information about one of the state’s most extraordinary sons; though he passed at the early age of 55, his creative life was astoundingly prolific, and the center, now in its seventh year, honors Guthrie’s life by teaching visitors about his relevance today – as well as bringing attention to those who also embody his talent and his message of equality and justice. One such notable example is the current exhibition “Stronger Together: The Power of Women in Country Music.”

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2022 Absentee Ballot Applications Available

By: Value News | Category: Special Interest | Issue: January 2022

Absentee ballot applications are now available for the 2022 Election Year. If you received absentee ballots by mail in 2021 and would like to continue receiving ballots by mail, you will need to complete a new absentee ballot application for 2022. You can request absentee ballots using the OK Voter Portal. Absentee ballot applications are also available for download on the State Election Board website or by contacting your County Election Board.

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Learn All About Fly Fishing at Illinois River School

By: Value News | Category: Special Interest | Issue: January 2022

For its 33rd year, the Illinois River Fly Fishing School is welcoming students wishing to learn all about the sport. Sessions are set for Feb. 25-26, 2022, at Tenkiller State Park and on the banks of the Illinois River in eastern Oklahoma.

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Rep. Eric Roberts Appointed to Energy & Environment Committee for Council of State Governments

By: Value News | Category: Special Interest | Issue: January 2022

Rep. Eric Roberts, R-Oklahoma City, was recently appointed to the Energy & Environment Committee for the Council of State Governments (CSG) by House Speaker Charles McCall, R-Atoka.

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OID Reaches $4.8M Settlement Agreement with CVS Caremark for Alleged Violations of the Patient’s Right to Pharmacy Choice Act, Dependent On Federal Court Decision

By: Value News | Category: Special Interest | Issue: January 2022

On January 20, 2022, the Oklahoma Insurance Department (OID) announced that the Department entered into a Settlement Agreement with CVS Caremark regarding its collection of transaction fees from pharmacies for Medicare Part D and ERISA plan claims. Under the terms of the agreement, CVS Caremark, a Pharmacy Benefits Manager (PBM), will pay the state of Oklahoma a total of $4.8 million to settle the violations. This will include $2.3 million for Oklahoma pharmacies and an additional $2.5 million in penalties.

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’Tis the Season to Treat Yourself Kindly During the Holidays

By: Hanna Marshall | Category: Special Interest | Issue: December 2021

There is great excitement for many when it comes to the holiday season. We think about spending time with family and friends, assembling the decorations, and even cozying up with a blanket and some hot chocolate. However, this is often met with an equal amount of anxiety and worry as we pontificate over all the items that need to be crossed off our to-do lists. Sometimes society can make us feel that if we don’t have the perfect gifts or have the prettiest decorations – Pinterest, anyone? – then we have somehow failed altogether. Here are some practical tips to help you combat stress this holiday season:

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Stop Porch Pirates This Holiday Season

By: Value News | Category: Special Interest | Issue: December 2021

You know it’s that time of the year when packages of all shapes and sizes begin to litter your porch. This year, C + R Research reported that over 230 million US digital buyers would be shopping online, making it a busy time for package theft. With 43 percent of Americans citing themselves as victims of porch piracy, it’s safe to say that being aware is half the battle. The other half is doing something to prevent it.

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Dazzling Lighted Holiday Displays for 2021 Two drive-thru Events in Muskogee

By: Value News | Category: Special Interest | Issue: November 2021

Celebrate the best of family holiday traditions at The Castle of Muskogee! Take a leisurely drive through the Castleton Village, which is filled with thousands of holiday lights and displays.

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Hope Harbor: Changing the World Through Changing the Lives of Families

By: Tom Fink | Category: Special Interest | Issue: November 2021

By definition, a harbor is a place where vessels may go to find shelter from the rough waters. Nestled in rural northern Claremore, Hope Harbor serves just such a purpose, helping families to find shelter from the sometimes rough waters of life, to heal, and to move forward from trauma or other difficulties.

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Pumpkin Patches, Mazes, Fall Fun Locator 2021

By: Value News | Category: Special Interest | Issue: October 2021

Fall is finally in the air and the best way to celebrate is by visiting a pumpkin patch and maze. Check each farm's website or social media platforms for their seasonal hours.

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National Fiddler Hall of Fame Annual Gala: 2020-2021 Honorees include Shoji Tabuchi, Don Rich, Scott Joss, and Dale Morris

By: Value News | Category: Special Interest | Issue: October 2021

For centuries, the fiddle has brought people to their feet or to tears, and is a revered and exquisite instrument that pulls on the strings of the heart. Since 2007, The National Fiddler Hall of Fame has sought to recognize and honor the best of those musicians who have embraced and shared its siren song with the world, and for their contributions to the art form. On October 22, 2021, at 7 p.m., they will host their 2020-2021 Gala Induction Concert at the Mabee Center in Tulsa, with optimum CDC precautions in place for a safe and star-studded evening.

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Why is Storytelling Important for Your Business?

By: Value News | Category: Special Interest | Issue: October 2021

Let us give you the guidance in creating your engaging company story. Helping you quickly and succinctly build your company’s story is what we do.

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Broken Arrow News Notes Recap

By: Value News | Category: Special Interest | Issue: September 2021

Broken Arrow news that you may have missed.

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A Return to Wine and Roses

By: Stephani Freeman | Category: Special Interest | Issue: September 2021

A Return to Wine and Roses, the Tulsa Garden Center’s long-standing garden party gala event, has been scheduled for Friday evening, Sept. 24 at the ever-gorgeous Linnaeus Teaching Garden in Woodward Park. All proceeds from this fundraising event benefit educational programs and beautification for Tulsa’s favorite midtown oasis.

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2021 Woodcarving and Arts Festival in the Broken Arrow Rose District

By: Macy Goodnight | Category: Special Interest | Issue: August 2021

For over 40 years, the Eastern Oklahoma Woodcarvers Association has worked to keep a part of our cultural history alive with their annual Woodcarving and Arts Festival. In 2021, the event will take place September 10-11, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Central Park Community Center at 1500 S. Main in Broken Arrow. Invited arts include woodcarving and wood turning, gourds, mosaics, jewelry, blacksmithing, quilting, ceramics, beading, leather working, basketmaking, painting and much more! Approximately 70 vendors are expected to be in attendance. Admission is free.

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Voyage Broken Arrow Raising Funds for Public Exhibit The exhibit is a scale model walkway of the solar system.

By: Value News | Category: Special Interest | Issue: August 2021

Watch for it!!! Voyage, a $50,000 scale model walkway through the solar system, is coming to a town near you! Yes, the same Voyage Solar System Exhibit that is on the National Mall that starts right outside of Smithsonian’s Air and Space Museum.

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Sign-Up for Festivals in Broken Arrow Oct. 1-3, 2021: “Chalk It Up!”, BA Rose Festival, Rose Kites Over BA!

By: Value News | Category: Special Interest | Issue: July 2021

The City of Broken Arrow invites you to the 9th annual “Chalk It Up!” An Art Festival and the 7th annual Broken Arrow Rose Festival. ArtsOK, the Regional Arts Alliance of Broken Arrow’s “Chalk It Up”, an Art Festival and Keep Broken Arrow Beautiful’s Rose Festival, presented by Walmart, is a celebration of our city’s love of the arts and roses.

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Photography Basics

By: Chris Putman | Category: Special Interest | Issue: July 2021

As the saying goes, a picture is worth a thousand words. If that is true that picture better be a doozie, and quality photography doesn’t usually come without some seasoned skill. Most rookie shutterbugs fall in love with their own pictures and brag how they captured the most stunning expression on their subject’s face, but they are blind to the fact there is a flagpole in the background that looks like it is protruding out of their subject’s head. Many novices think they have captured the best landscape photo with brilliantly colored field flowers with snowcapped mountains framing the shot, but they didn’t notice that there is an overflowing trash can in the foreground that could have easily been framed out if they had just slowed down and did a check of each element within the frame.

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Be a Hero at the Tee with The Demand Project

By: Macy Goodnight | Category: Special Interest | Issue: June 2021

On June 28, they will host their annual golf tournament at the world-renowned Golf Club of Oklahoma, where participants will "Drive Out Human Trafficking." The tourney will begin at 8:30 a.m., with an awards ceremony at 2 p.m. A hole-in-one prize will be an opportunity to drive away in a new car, sponsored by Mark Allen Chevrolet. Mathis Brothers Furniture will be sponsoring numerous contest holes, including Closet to Pin and Longest Drive. Food and beverages will be served. Multiple sponsorship opportunities are available, and individuals and teams can register for 18 holes of play for a spectacular day of golf. New to this year's event, a women's affair will take place simultaneously during the games. From 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., ladies may enjoy "High Tee," an elegant brunch, speakers, and some sophisticated shopping with vendors.

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Eastern Oklahoma's Largest Fireworks Retailer Committed to You, Family and Summer Tradition

By: Value News | Category: Special Interest | Issue: June 2021

The Castle of Muskogee is Oklahoma’s only 37,000 square foot Fireworks Retail Showroom! Our air-conditioned showroom nestled inside of an enormous Castle is packed to the rafters with an array of pyrotechnics. The Castle is a one-of-a-kind experience, committed to making sure you find exactly what your family needs to celebrate this Independence Day.

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Real Life Love Story: Zwick Love Story

By: Chris Putman | Category: Special Interest | Issue: April 2021

Once a teacher, always a teacher. If an individual becomes very skilled in a specific area, some develop a compelling drive to want to pass on that expertise to others. That seems to be the case with one Broken Arrow couple, Charles and Becky Zwick.

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Work & Marriage: Teamwork Makes Dreamwork

By: Value News | Category: Special Interest | Issue: April 2021

It is said “teamwork makes the dream work,” and these words can apply to almost any situation as motivation to work together, but for Troy and Debbie Edmonds, it means a little bit more.

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Real Life Love Story: Love at First Sight

By: Chris Putman | Category: Special Interest | Issue: March 2021

Who believes in love at first sight? Isn’t that found just in fairytales? Isn’t love at first glance only found in television shows like “Married at First Sight”? Does that ever happen in everyday life and the relationship actually have a happy ending? One Tulsa couple says, “Yes!”

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Cooking with Cannabis at Pharmer's Market Introducing Med Pharm’s unique café featuring freshly prepared drinks, snacks, goodies, and cooking classes.

By: Macy Goodnight | Category: Special Interest | Issue: February 2021

It's a very rare thing for a business to be built on the principles of kindness, but the very foundation of MedPharm was firmly created as a way to help people through the use of medicinal marijuana and as a means of supporting animal rescue and other local charities. It is their mission to share compassion through cannabis.

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Custom Cakes and Sweets for All Occasions

By: Macy Goodnight | Category: Special Interest | Issue: February 2021

Who doesn’t dream of making a living doing what they love? For Haylie Choate, her ardor for baking and reading have helped her to build a business that she is passionate about, while providing her customers with a product that they love. At the Bookworm Cakery and Gifts, located at 119 W. Blue Starr Dr ve, in Claremore, customers can stop in for a tasty treat and shop for some of the most unique gifts items available for anyone who loves to read. Guests can find a multitude of clever items, such as literary-themed teas, home décor, candles, bookbags, bookmarks, and so much more. Customers have not only discovered a love affair with her quaint and charming shop but with her incredible baking and cake decorating skills.

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How to Create Your Own Vision Board

By: Chris Putman | Category: Special Interest | Issue: February 2021

So, how does one set these life-changing goals? What does that look like? Is it a New Year’s resolution? Most resolutions don’t make it to the 30-day mark. Is it a checklist of 10 things to accomplish before the year’s end? Many checklists are lost and forgotten along the way. One method that keeps the goal in front of one’s eyes is in the form of a vision board.

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In Search of Spirits

By: Macy Goodnight | Category: Special Interest | Issue: January 2021

With the changing leaves and a lingering chill in the air, the coming of Fall can conjure eerie inspiration. October is a time when many find entertainment in exploring the unknown, but for some, it is a year-round endeavor. Would you seek to find spirits in the dark?

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Guardian Angels

By: Chris Putman | Category: Special Interest | Issue: January 2021

Angels are often depicted as fat little babies with wings that are sent into individual’s lives to give enlightenment, guidance, and protection. Not a very good image for building a person’s confidence in their wisdom and supremacy. As it turns out, however, they are very physically superior spiritual beings that are highly intelligent, very powerful and have specific jobs in the Kingdom.

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What are the Effects of a Full Moon?

By: Chris Putman | Category: Special Interest | Issue: January 2021

What can turn someone who is amiable by nature into someone who is confrontational, have unpredictable mood swings, and even become violent for no apparent reason? It can result in more traffic accidents, increased suicides, and can even fill a hospital nursery. What is this powerful culprit that is so invasive and, at worst, even be destructive?

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Dreams and Their Meanings

By: Chris Putman | Category: Special Interest | Issue: January 2021

Many don’t realize that people get a lot done during their sleep. They tend to clean house, so to speak, of emotions that have been in play during their day. It’s an overnight therapy session of sorts, and it’s a time to file away those memories made. Most of the psychological work is done during those mysterious minutes call REM or rapid eye movement phase of sleep. Bottom line, what is that nighttime movie being watched in our head?

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How to Create Your Own Vision Board

By: Chris Putman | Category: Special Interest | Issue: January 2021

There are some people who are achievers in life. You can see the focus in their eyes, and each step they take is deliberate. They know what they want, they know each move they must make to get to their destination, and their life reflects their intentionality. Then there are others who seem to flounder. Some don’t figure out what they want for decades, if at all, and some misstep time and again. What separates these individuals from one another?

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Dreams and Their Meanings

By: Chris Putman | Category: Special Interest | Issue: November 2020

Many don’t realize that people get a lot done during their sleep. They tend to clean house, so to speak, of emotions that have been in play during their day. It’s an overnight therapy session of sorts, and it’s a time to file away those memories made. Most of the psychological work is done during those mysterious minutes call REM or rapid eye movement phase of sleep.

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“Thank You for Your Service.”

By: Nick Aston | Category: Special Interest | Issue: November 2020

Approaching Thanksgiving, it’s time for us to make our annual mental lists of all the things we’re most thankful for. If you haven’t included freedom on your list, please allow me to suggest that you do.

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A Soldiers' Memory Behind the Sign on Oklahoma Highway 169

By: Danger Geist | Category: Special Interest | Issue: November 2020

I’ll never forget my first drive into Owasso. I transplanted to Tulsa in late 2017, and it wasn’t until several months after that I had reason to drive north on Highway 169 to run an errand. On my way, I spotted a little green sign off the highway that read “Sergeant Schuyler B. Patch Memorial Highway.”

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Soldier, Scholar, Oklahoman

By: Macy Goodnight | Category: Special Interest | Issue: November 2020

He is famous in Oklahoma and is well-known and respected for an infinite number of reasons. Dr. Clarence G. Oliver, Jr.’s list of accomplishments is extensive, and the level of integrity in which he has lived his life is that of a remarkable role model and inspiration to all. Many people have heard him speak, read his books, and know of his work and accolades, but there is something about Dr. Oliver some might not know: His favorite holiday is Thanksgiving.

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Silly Oklahoma Laws

By: Chris Putman | Category: Special Interest | Issue: October 2020

Most know, ignorance of the law is no defense, yet many laws are commonly broken and committed unknowingly. Some people think they are good citizens of the state of Oklahoma, yet they break laws on a regular basis.

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What are the Effects of a Full Moon?

By: Chris Putman | Category: Special Interest | Issue: October 2020

What can turn someone who is amiable by nature into someone who is confrontational, have unpredictable mood swings, and even become violent for no apparent reason? It can result in more traffic accidents, increased suicides, and can even fill a hospital nursery. What is this powerful culprit that is so invasive and, at worst, even be destructive?

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Social Responsibility is the Backbone of Med Pharm

By: Macy Goodnight | Category: Special Interest | Issue: September 2020

Med Pharm, a family-owned and operated business, is dedicated to providing genuinely sound and honest medicinal marijuana expertise. Giving back to the community is of the utmost importance to the owners of the dispensary, with the largest part of their contributions aiding local animal rescue programs.

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Famous Oklahomans

By: Chris Putman | Category: Special Interest | Issue: August 2020

Garth Brooks, Blake Shelton, Carrie Underwood, Vince Gill, Ryan Tedder, Reba McEntire,Woody Guthrie, Patti Page, Brad Pitt, Josh McKnight, James Garner, Kristen Chenoweth, Gary Busey, Joan Crawford, Chuck Norris, Jennifer Jones, Iron Eyes Cody, Ron Howard, Mickey Mantle, Troy Aikman, Barry Switzer, Billy Sims, Jim Thorpe, Belle Star, Shawntel Smith, Sam Walton, Paul Harvey, Oral Roberts, Stephen Hillenburg, along with many new rising stars like James Robert Webb and Preslea Elliott. Oklahoma is a state famous for some unusual reasons. It has more tornadoes than any other state. Who doesn’t know that one? It has a song that bares its name. It also has a boo coo load of famous people that come from within its borders such as singers, actors, athletes, astronauts, directors, politicians, entrepreneurs, criminals, and even evangelists.

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Oklahoma Performing ARTs Holds Allenato Auditions

By: Value News | Category: Special Interest | Issue: July 2020

From June 22 through July 23, OPA is conducting placement into Allenato (an all-youth performing ARTs company) for ages 5 to 19. These young artists train in Music, Acting and Dance in a concert/performance format, with an emphasis on community service, leadership, and mentoring skills. Register at https://forms.gle/jmeVbkJsFioWRRPaA.

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RSU Public Television - The Signal

By: Value News | Category: Special Interest | Issue: July 2020

The viewers of Green Country have really been watching RSU Public TV since the stay at home rule went into place in April. Public Television’s Broadcast Media tracking companies says across the country the coronavirus may have rocked our world but there is a silver lining to the public’s lifestyle change or viewing habits. And Okies are not any different. Nationally, according to these media tracking companies, television usage soared in the early days of the pandemic, (March/April). My hope is you will continue to watch and make RSU Public TV a part of your television viewing and get engaged with us on some level. We can’t do this with you (our viewers) be we are viewer-supported television.

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Marcus Dupree - What is He Doing Now?

By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Special Interest | Issue: June 2020

The Mission of Marcus Dupree MVP College Recruiting & Consulting is to make sure that all high school student athletes who want to play the sport they love at the collegiate level are able to do so at a school of their choosing. “We get to know our student athletes and their families on a personal level,” added Dupree. “We develop a comprehensive, step-by-step recruiting game plan for each student athlete in order to achieve his/her ultimate goals. We are NCAA and NAIA compliant.”

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The Wisdom of Ollie Starr

By: Macy Goodnight | Category: Special Interest | Issue: November 2019

The Oklahoma Women’s Hall of Fame was established in 1982 to honor women of the state who have significantly contributed to our state, the nation or the world; to recognize women distinguished for working for the benefit of the lives of others through professional leadership, civic involvement or volunteer community efforts. This year, local legend Ollie Starr of Claremore, was inducted into the Hall of Fame for a lifetime of achievement striving to improve the world around her. Learn about the impact Ollie has made on the lives of others at ValueNews.com.

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How To Be a Wine Expert in 60 Minutes

By: Teresa Bond-Mason | Category: Special Interest | Issue: October 2018

Though Christopher and Diane Riley are new owners, the store itself has been around for more than 50 years. Both Christopher and Diane are committed to not only keeping the same level of expertise and customer service, but they intend to make the store a destination for all things wine and specialty liquors.

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Guardians of Children

By: Macy Goodnight | Category: Special Interest | Issue: May 2018

The Demand Project began in a peaceful, Colorado home in 2004. after seeing a horrific story on the evening news, The Weis’s moved to Oklahoma and attended Victory Bible College to obtain the spiritual training they would need to pursue their goals. In 2013, The Demand Project was born. Jason says, “It was our calling to fight to protect children, to put bad guys away, and to restore victims of sex trafficking.”

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Shining a Light on Child Abuse

By: Whitley Mumm | Category: Special Interest | Issue: April 2018

The CANdlelight Ball is a fundraising gala designed to help provide CAN with the funds needed to continue its vital, life-changing work and service to Tulsa’s children. Further, the Ball helps spread community awareness about CAN’s services. That awareness, in turn, brings in volunteers and funding.

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Heroes Among Us

By: Whitley Mumm | Category: Special Interest | Issue: March 2018

Put on your cape and be a hero for children in your community, and sign up for the CAN Superhero Challenge today!

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Strike Up the Bow!

By: Carol Matza | Category: Special Interest | Issue: March 2018

This year’s special recognition award will go to 15-time-Grammy award winner Ricky Skaggs, who, along with his band Kentucky Thunder, will give a full concert.

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2018 Valentine's Day Ideas

By: Values Editor | Category: Special Interest | Issue: February 2018

Let them know how much you care with our list of unique date ideas from around the Tulsa area, or use these playlists to set the perfect mood to impress your sweetie with a homemade dinner for two.

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PAC Director Mark Frie Honored

By: Adam Foreman | Category: Special Interest | Issue: February 2018

Mark Frie, Tulsa Performing Arts Center Director and president of the ARTSOK Regional Arts Alliance of Broken Arrow, is among those being honored with the Arts In Education Award.

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Helping Tulsa Youth for More than 40 Years

By: Teresa Bond-Mason | Category: Special Interest | Issue: February 2018

Youth At Heart is a non-profit agency that helps kids who are either left alone or unsupervised after school. It combines sports and education enrichment to assist youth living in Tulsa’s socio-economically challenged neighborhoods. Programs consist of tutoring, character training, youth mentoring, health and fitness training, sports leagues, career exploration, community service and summer camp.

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Fostering Hope For Kids

By: Deanna Rebro | Category: Special Interest | Issue: December 2017

Foster parents from all walks of life have answered the call and experienced some of the most difficult, yet rewarding, challenges in their lives.

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A Castle Christmas 2017

By: Sarah Gile | Category: Special Interest | Issue: December 2017

Take a leisurely drive through the Castleton Village, which is filled with thousands of holiday lights and displays.

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Marcus Dupree: What is He Doing Now?

By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Special Interest | Issue: September 2017

The Mission of Marcus Dupree MVP College Recruiting & Consulting is to make sure that all high school student athletes who want to play the sport they love at the collegiate level are able to do so at a school of their choosing. “We get to know our student athletes and their families on a personal level,” added Dupree. “We develop a comprehensive, step-by-step recruiting game plan for each student athlete in order to achieve his/her ultimate goals. We are NCAA and NAIA compliant.”

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What Are You Thankful For?

By: Values Editor | Category: Special Interest | Issue: September 2017

Three winners will be chosen to be featured in our November issue, with prizes from Edible Arrangements and the Pink House in Claremore.

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Sickle Cell 5K

By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Special Interest | Issue: August 2017

The 4th Annual 5k Sickle Cell Walk, Run or Jog 2017 is September 9 at 1414 North Greenwood Avenue in Tulsa. Proceeds are used for educational outreach and other program support. Visit www.bit.ly/sicklecell5k2017 and receive an early registration discount.

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Visit Oklahoma's Wineries and Vineyards

By: Values Editor | Category: Special Interest | Issue: August 2017

From reds to whites, dry to sweet, enjoy a variety of flavors and unique experiences at any of these excellent destinations right here in Oklahoma. Supporting local artisans never tasted so good!

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Inspiring Seniors to be Healthy & Happy

By: Lorrie Ward | Category: Special Interest | Issue: July 2017

Along with Carol Carter, Detective Debbie Crisp of the Tulsa Police Department’s Senior Service Unit has been involved with the organization of this event since it began four years ago, and her heart is always turned toward providing a safe and secure environment for seniors.

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Fight the Bite, Net a Village, Save Lives

By: Stephanie Reed | Category: Special Interest | Issue: October 2013

Kairos 10, a nonprofit ­organization dedicated to ­wiping out malaria in Ghana, has enjoyed great success in protecting over 72,000 people from this vicious disease th…

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LIFE's Senior Living Fair

By: Carol Carter | Category: Special Interest | Issue: July 2013

More than 50 exhibitors will line the walkways of Promenade Mall, offering older adults and their families the opportunity to talk with local experts in aging services a…

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Rock out with the Tulsa Rock and Mineral Society

By: Christopher Davis | Category: Special Interest | Issue: July 2013

The Tulsa Rock and Mineral Society have been in existence since 1958.

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Fostering Hope

By: Sheryl Sowell | Category: Special Interest | Issue: May 2013

Foster parents are truly special individuals.

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Saving Lives One Net at a Time

By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Special Interest | Issue: May 2013

Kairos 10 was founded in 2010 as a result of medical mission trips and a desire to treat ­children with malaria.

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Golf to Help Save Oklahoma Children

By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Special Interest | Issue: May 2013

The Demand Project was ­founded by Jason and Kristin Weis.

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Night at the Museum

By: Sheryl Sowell | Category: Special Interest | Issue: April 2013

On Friday, April 19, the Broken Arrow Historical Society Museum will host its first “Night at the Museum” fundraiser from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The event will take …

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Walk MS Tulsa

By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Special Interest | Issue: April 2013

Be inspired. Get connected.

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Shearing Sheep the Biblical, Historical and Global Way

By: Carol Beck-Round | Category: Special Interest | Issue: April 2013

Woolly Weekend, an annual event at Shepherd’s Cross, was born from a desire to teach people about sheep, their value and their products.

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Don’t Forget Medicine Cabinets During Spring Cleaning

By: Cassie Woods | Category: Special Interest | Issue: April 2013

Those looking for drugs no longer have to meet shady ­dealers in dark street corners.

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Easter Extravaganza

By: Sheryl Sowell | Category: Special Interest | Issue: March 2013

“Let the resurrection joy lift us from loneliness and weakness and despair to strength and ­beauty and happiness,” said Floyd W. Tomkins.

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Healthy Water, Healthy Living

By: Sheryl Sowell | Category: Special Interest | Issue: February 2013

According to the Environmental Protection Agency, if you drink your daily recommended eight glasses of water from the tap, it will cost you about 50 cents per year. …

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Bouncing BBQ Dinner

By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Special Interest | Issue: February 2013

The 8th annual Bouncing BBQ Dinner will benefit the Salvation Army’s youth ­programs in Broken Arrow on Friday, March 1.

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Speaking with Faith

By: Lorrie Ward | Category: Special Interest | Issue: January 2013

Christian author Carol Round always tells people, “If you had told me when I was younger that I would be speaking in front of large groups of my peers, I would have re…

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Brides, Plan Your Day in a Weekend

By: Sheryl Sowell | Category: Special Interest | Issue: January 2013

Brides, grooms and their families can save time, gas, energy, ­confusion and money by ­attending The Tulsa Wedding Show Weekend, January 5-6, 2013.

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Experience, Knowledge and Integrity

By: Carol Beck-Round | Category: Special Interest | Issue: November 2012

For almost three decades, Candi Czapansky has been one of the smiling faces at the Rogers County Court Clerk’s office.

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Spell-A-Round Creek County

By: Lorrie Ward | Category: Special Interest | Issue: April 2012

Spelling bees are often thought of as academic events focusing on individual achievement.

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9-Year-Old Named Make-A-Wish Ambassador

By: Sheryl Sowell | Category: Special Interest | Issue: April 2012

The Make-A-Wish Foundation of Oklahoma has named Elijah LaRue, a fourth-grade student at Country Lane Intermediate Elementary in Broken Arrow, as an ambassador for the non-profit organization.

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Many Steps, One Destination – A World Free of MS

By: Brandi Moore | Category: Special Interest | Issue: April 2012

Walk MS: Tulsa presented by Pfizer is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year.

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Your Hand, Your Help, Their Hope

By: Sheryl Sowell | Category: Special Interest | Issue: April 2012

You are invited to a night of ­celebration – a celebration of transforming lives that have been given new hope for 48 orphans in Lira, Uganda.

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Spring Into Action for MS

By: Sheryl Sowell | Category: Special Interest | Issue: April 2012

In conjunction with the 25th annual Walk MS: Tulsa, to be held Saturday, April 21 at Tulsa’s Veterans Park, a member of one of the MS walking teams has created the inaugural Spring Market on April 28.

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Like A Turtle…Love A Youth

By: Melynda Stone | Category: Special Interest | Issue: April 2012

“Like a Turtle…Love a Youth” is this year’s version of the ­traditional Rogers County Youth Services and Volunteers for Youth turtle event.

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Ladies Day Out

By: Carol Beck-Round | Category: Special Interest | Issue: March 2012

Hobbies, health and wellness, money management and more issues important to women are on tap for the ultimate ladies day out, which is returning on Saturday, March 17 wi…

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Coaching by Billy Joe Watts

By: Billy Joe Watts | Category: Special Interest | Issue: February 2012

In a recent Minute with Maxwell message, John defined a coach as “…someone who can come alongside of you and can correct you without criticizing you in a way that is negative in your life.

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Romance at the Casino

By: Lorrie Ward Jackson | Category: Special Interest | Issue: February 2012

When the word “romance” is mentioned, certain images often come to mind: candlelight, soft music, champagne, flowers and chocolate.

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Where's Wanda?

By: Carol Beck-Round | Category: Special Interest | Issue: February 2012

    If you’ve been searching for your favorite Owasso veterinary technician, look no further!

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Loaded with Valentine’s Day Gifts

By: Sheryl Sowell | Category: Special Interest | Issue: February 2012

If you’re a guy in a panic about what to get your special lady for Valentine’s Day, stop fretting – you’re not alone, and help is available.

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Casino Royale Fundraising Fun

By: Value News | Category: Special Interest | Issue: February 2012

Here’s something with real heart, just in time to share with your Valentine!

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The Creative Race

By: Deanna Rebro | Category: Special Interest | Issue: February 2012

A real-time amazing race begins at midnight, February 3, when the 7th annual 24-Hour Video Race begins.Known as the largest video arts program in the state, this challen…

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Tulsa CARES

By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Special Interest | Issue: February 2012

The 15th annual Red Ribbon Gala will be held Saturday, March 10, 2012, at Southern Hills Country Club to benefit Tulsa CARES, a local 501(c) 3 nonprofit organization.

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Don’t Learn by Trowel and Error

By: Cheryl Johnson | Category: Special Interest | Issue: February 2012

Get ready for spring!

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Elvis Lives

By: Value News | Category: Special Interest | Issue: January 2012

Elvis will not be leaving the building on January 31, 2012, as “Elvis Lives” comes to the Broken Arrow Performing Arts Center, honoring “The King” during his bir…

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Chance to Win a Luxury Vacation

By: Value News | Category: Special Interest | Issue: January 2012

Ronnie and Jennifer Hayes of Owasso are preparing to take a giant step of faith – again.

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Journaling with Jesus

By: Lorrie Ward Jackson | Category: Special Interest | Issue: January 2012

Those who have enjoyed the wit and wisdom of Carol Round’s syndicated column, books and blog will be excited to learn of her upcoming book release, “Journaling with …

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New Year, New You Seminar

By: Carol Beck-Round | Category: Special Interest | Issue: January 2012

Have you ever considered a ­cosmetic procedure but were uncertain about which one best suits your needs?

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Try Your Body

By: Lorrie Ward Jackson | Category: Special Interest | Issue: January 2012

Sometimes simply getting into shape for its own sake is not motivation enough for getting off the couch and getting active.

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Stepping on Cancer

By: Carol Beck-Round | Category: Special Interest | Issue: January 2012

“Cancer does not discriminate and it’s important to get the ­message out,” says Lyndse Tatum, co-chair of this year’s Rogers County Relay For Life.

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Portraits of a Garden

By: Cheryl Johnson | Category: Special Interest | Issue: January 2012

To Tulsa area amateur ­photographers of all ages: Tulsa Garden Center would like to give you the opportunity to exhibit your art of photography during the “Portraits …

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Plan Your Day in a Day

By: Sheryl Sowell | Category: Special Interest | Issue: January 2012

Perhaps you are one of the lucky ladies whose love of her life ­proposed over the holiday season.

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Get More from ValueNews.com!

By: Value News | Category: Special Interest | Issue: January 2012

The Value News newspaper’s top-rate, easy-to-­navigate website, ValueNews.com, allows readers even more access to savings and information.

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Christmas Wonderlands Await You in Muskogee

By: John Owen | Category: Special Interest | Issue: December 2011

The largest display of holiday spirit in Northeast Oklahoma can be found in Muskogee.

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Holiday Events

By: Value News | Category: Special Interest | Issue: December 2011

Nov. 8 - Dec. 23Christmas at the BelvidereBelvidere Mansion121 N. Chickasaw Ave., Claremore(918) 342-1127www.rogerscountyhistory.org  Nov. 19 - Dec.

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Guys, Wrap Up Your Holiday Shopping

By: Carol Beck-Round | Category: Special Interest | Issue: December 2011

Okay men, here’s your chance to stay on good terms with your wife and have an opportunity to score a flat-screen TV to be ­given away to one lucky husband on Thursday, December 8.

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Have a Dickens of a Time

By: Carol Beck-Round | Category: Special Interest | Issue: November 2011

Can you polka, waltz or do the Virginia reel? Maybe the Galop or Cotillion is more your style?

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Holiday Events

By: Value News | Category: Special Interest | Issue: November 2011

Nov. 8-Dec. 23Christmas at the BelvidereBelvidere Mansion121 N. Chickasaw Ave., Claremore(918) 342-1127www.rogerscountyhistory.org Nov.

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Homes for Christmas

By: Carol Beck-Round | Category: Special Interest | Issue: November 2011

In a Claremore tradition dating back to 1983, the Junior Ocieleta Club will host its ­annual Christmas Home Tour on Saturday, December 3, 2011.

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Conference Aims to Bring Out the Best in Children

By: Deanna Rebro | Category: Special Interest | Issue: November 2011

It takes special people to bring out the best in special children who learn in special ways.

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Indulge Your Senses

By: Deanna Rebro | Category: Special Interest | Issue: November 2011

The heart of the Brady Arts District will become a dazzling spectacle on Saturday, November 19 at Living Arts of Tulsa’s 17th annual Champagne & Chocolate gala, holiday art sale and silent auction.

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Church Giveaways Rock On

By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Special Interest | Issue: November 2011

The Rock Church is active with outreaches and giveaways all year long, but in November and December they hold an ­exceptional number of holiday giveaways and outreaches.

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Plane Fun at Wings Over Tulsa and Hangar Dance

By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Special Interest | Issue: October 2011

November 12, 2011 is the date set for the 10th annual Wings Over Tulsa and the World War II-style, 1940s swing hangar dance.

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Sip for a Cure

By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Special Interest | Issue: October 2011

On Friday, October 28, the new Corks and Kegs event is your chance to sample dozens of excellent beers and wines paired with food from many of Tulsa’s premier restaura…

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Guns vs. Hoses

By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Special Interest | Issue: October 2011

Head-to-head golf competition will commence at the Golf Club of Oklahoma on October 31, 2011, for the 3rd annual Guns & Hoses Golf Tournament.

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Go Nuts at Pecan and Fun Fest

By: Lorrie Ward Jackson | Category: Special Interest | Issue: October 2011

October ushers in a special season in Rogers County, as it is time for the pecan harvest.

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Halloween on the High Seas

By: Susan Erler | Category: Special Interest | Issue: October 2011

Halloween has never been this fun, innovative and original! Just one step into the entry of the Oklahoma Aquarium, and you will think you have been ­transported to another world.

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Help Support Victims of Drunk Driving

By: Lorrie Ward Jackson | Category: Special Interest | Issue: October 2011

In 2010, the Mothers Against Drunk Driving website, www.madd.org, predicted that almost 11,000 people would die in drunk driving accidents in the year following the posting.

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Happy HallowZOOeen

By: Angela Evans | Category: Special Interest | Issue: October 2011

Choosing the perfect Halloween costume can be tough, whether to be a pretty princess or a wicked witch.

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I've Got Drive

By: Sheryl Sowell | Category: Special Interest | Issue: September 2011

On Saturday, August 6, Bob Moore Auto Group held blood drives at each of its dealerships in Oklahoma and Texas.

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Wear Success on Your Sleeve

By: Lorrie Ward Jackson | Category: Special Interest | Issue: September 2011

This year, Dress for Success Tulsa celebrates “A Decade of Making a Difference” – which is why they have attached that ­slogan to their annual fashion show and au…

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Solve a Crime over Dinner

By: Sheryl Sowell | Category: Special Interest | Issue: September 2011

Able to solve any mystery, without a single clue! Or solve any mystery clueless! The doer of good! The purveyor of public safety! The champion of law enforcement!

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Fair Deals on Unique Items

By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Special Interest | Issue: September 2011

The 18th annual Heart of Broken Arrow Arts, Crafts & Antiques Fair is scheduled for Saturday, September 17, 2011, at the Broken Arrow Community Center, located at 1500 S. Main St.

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A Senior Community with Heart

By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Special Interest | Issue: September 2011

Broken Arrow’s Heartland Plaza Retirement and Senior Care Community (2621 S. Elm) is now under new management, with an emphasis on friendly, caring, individualized ser…

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Step Up to the Plate

By: Sheryl Sowell | Category: Special Interest | Issue: September 2011

“Step Up to the Plate” to help fight hunger in Oklahoma ­during Tulsa’s 5th annual Restaurant Week, Sept. 10-18.

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Eat, Drink and Be Rosy

By: Cheryl Johnson | Category: Special Interest | Issue: September 2011

During an evening of moonlight, there will be wine flowing amid the scent of roses when Tulsa Garden Center presents their annual fall fundraiser, An Evening of Wine & Roses.

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Week of Remembrance

By: Sheryl Sowell | Category: Special Interest | Issue: September 2011

On September 11, 2001, America was brutally attacked and over 3,000 people from ­several different nations lost their lives. In the weeks and months following this…

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Youth In Action Promised Fun for Senior Citizens

By: Value News | Category: Special Interest | Issue: September 2011

On Saturday, July 23, 2011, the new group Youth In Action (YIA) from Owasso Community Resources held a senior prom for residents at the Sequoyah Pointe Living Center as a celebration of life.

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Sail Into a Cure

By: Deanna Rebro | Category: Special Interest | Issue: August 2011

The search for a cure for multiple ­sclerosis promises to be fun – so much fun that it will cover two days with two separate events, the Close/MS Regatta Launch Party…

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Stove Top Travel

By: Value News | Category: Special Interest | Issue: August 2011

Imagine if all of humanity could sit together around a Global Table; if we could create peace, one bite at a time? My name is Sasha Martin and I believe it is possible.

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Arrow Pointing to Leadership Class Not Broken

By: Value News | Category: Special Interest | Issue: August 2011

Leadership Broken Arrow (LBA) is accepting applications for the 2011-2012 class, which begins in September.

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McDouble the Good Deeds

By: Shelly Robinson | Category: Special Interest | Issue: August 2011

If you’ve been down 76th Street in Owasso during the past few weeks, you’ve probably noticed that the McDonald’s is gone.

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Elect to Vote Next Year

By: Lorrie Ward Jackson | Category: Special Interest | Issue: August 2011

The year 2012 will usher in a new presidential election, and Rogers County Election Board Secretary Julie Dermody wants to point out some major changes that will affect …

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Complete A Maze in Rogers County

By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Special Interest | Issue: August 2011

Most of us are familiar with “The Amazing Race,” the CBS reality show that features teams of two racing around the world, solving clues, completing tasks, and strivi…

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Missing Annual Fly-In Will Not Fly

By: Sheryl Sowell | Category: Special Interest | Issue: August 2011

Will Rogers and Wiley Post are two legendary Oklahomans who helped pioneer the field of ­aviation.

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Rockets Over RHEMA 2011

By: Sheryl Sowell | Category: Special Interest | Issue: July 2011

Are you looking for a fun way to celebrate Independence Day? Head out to RHEMA Bible College this Sunday, July 3 for Rockets Over RHEMA 2011.

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Letters From the Heart

By: Pat Reeder | Category: Special Interest | Issue: July 2011

“Letters From the Heart: Betty and Will Rogers” brings to life for the first time the delightful early 1900s courtship correspondence of Will Rogers and his wife Bet…

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Recruiting Ropers

By: Pat Reeder | Category: Special Interest | Issue: July 2011

Spend a few hours a month with the opportunity to meet people from all over the world and at the same time share the life, wisdom and humor of Will Rogers.A new class of…

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A Camp Like No Other

By: Susan Erler | Category: Special Interest | Issue: April 2011

It’s hard to believe, but now is the time to start thinking about activities to keep your children busy and engaged during the upcoming summer months.

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Grannie Annie's One Year Anniversary Celebration

By: Sheryl Sowell | Category: Special Interest | Issue: April 2011

Grannie Annie’s Quilt Shop in Beggs is celebrating its one year anniversary with a storewide celebration April 5 through 9.

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JBF Savings Reach Good Morning America

By: Sheryl Sowell | Category: Special Interest | Issue: April 2011

The economy is a big topic of conversation right now for people of all walks of life – everyone is trying to figure out how to pinch a few extra pennies and earn some extra cash.

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Busy Month at Safari's

By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Special Interest | Issue: April 2011

Are you familiar with the Tulsa area’s “other” zoo? Safari’s Interactive Animal Sanctuary, at 26881 E. 58th St. in Broken Arrow, was founded in 1995.

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Fill Out Your Scrapbooking Passport

By: Shelly Robinson | Category: Special Interest | Issue: April 2011

For those who enjoy scrapbooking and all the fun crafty projects that go along with it, there is an event coming up worthy of your attention.

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Green Country Scrap Run

By: Sheryl Sowell | Category: Special Interest | Issue: April 2011

May is National Scrapbooking Month, and to celebrate, Simply Scrapbooks in Claremore has some exciting activities going on throughout April and May.

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Seabiscuit Arrives at Tulsa Boys' Home

By: Michael Lail | Category: Special Interest | Issue: April 2011

What famous Hollywood movie star has four legs and flies like the wind? It’s Seabiscuit, of course!

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Summer Youth Programs at TCC

By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Special Interest | Issue: April 2011

Enrollment begins March 1 for TCC Continuing Education Summer Youth Programs. The 2011 summer schedule is available online or you can enroll in person. For online registration, go to www.tulsacc.edu/ted.

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Wood Carving Demonstration Night

By: Rusty Johnson | Category: Special Interest | Issue: March 2011

Have you ever wondered how Willard Stone created his wood masterpieces? Or how those craftsmen at Silver Dollar City carve those Civil War figures? Or how to burn art onto the surface of wood?

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What’s Just Between Friends?

By: Shelly Robinson | Category: Special Interest | Issue: March 2011

You’ve probably seen their ads and heard their commercials, but you may not know what the Just Between Friends sale is all about. Is it a buying club? Do you have to be a member?

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Join the MS Movement

By: Sheryl Sowell | Category: Special Interest | Issue: March 2011

Walk MS: Tulsa returns Saturday, April 16, 2011 to benefit the National MS Society, Oklahoma.

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Open Studio for Adult Artists

By: Sheryl Sowell | Category: Special Interest | Issue: February 2011

Attention all artists! Gilcrease Museum is offering a new program for adult artists to gather and work on their pieces in an open studio, with feedback available from consulting artist Louise Higgs.

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Discover Your Roots

By: Sheryl Sowell | Category: Special Interest | Issue: February 2011

Have you ever wondered where your family came from and how they got here? Did anyone in your lineage serve in the Civil War?

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Tulsa Garden Center Presents Annual Gardening Info Fair

By: Cheryl Johnson | Category: Special Interest | Issue: February 2011

Gardeners, get ready for spring with free information!

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Destination: Grannie Annie’s

By: Sheryl Sowell | Category: Special Interest | Issue: January 2011

Ann Danback opened her quaint old-fashioned quilting store, Grannie Annie’s Quilt Shop, at 8054 Highway 16 in Beggs last April. “I retired in 2008, and in December of 2009, my husband Art passed away.

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Portraits of a Garden 2011

By: Cheryl Johnson | Category: Special Interest | Issue: January 2011

Amateur photographers of all ages, Tulsa Garden Center would love to exhibit your talent for all of the Tulsa area public to view during the Portraits of a Garden Amateu…

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Circle Cinema Honors 60th Anniversary of Korean War

By: Sheryl Sowell | Category: Special Interest | Issue: November 2010

On Monday, November 29, Circle Cinema will commemorate the 60th anniversary of the Korean War, also known as “The Forgotten War,” with a documentary film presentatio…

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Experience Sights and Sounds of a Bygone Era

By: Jim Gentry | Category: Special Interest | Issue: November 2010

The sights and sounds of a bygone era will fill the air when Wings Over Tulsa, a celebration of aviation, lands at Tulsa Tech, Riverside Campus in Jenks on Saturday, Nov…

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Advocacy for People with Learning Disabilities

By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Special Interest | Issue: November 2010

Learning Disabilities Association of Oklahoma (LDAO), an affiliate of Learning Disabilities of America, serves as an advocate for children and adults who have learning disabilities.

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Carols and Crumpets

By: Tina Lynn | Category: Special Interest | Issue: November 2010

Carols and Crumpets, the highly anticipated herbal craft fair hosted by the Tulsa Herb Society, returns on Saturday, December 4, 2010 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Tulsa Garden Center at 2435 S. Peoria.

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Texting While Driving

By: Denver Nicks | Category: Special Interest | Issue: October 2010

Judge Morrissey is tackling a significant problem in our community – texting while driving.

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Oklahoma’s Only American Girl Fashion Show

By: Beth Pielsticker | Category: Special Interest | Issue: October 2010

American Girl, LLC (AG) has again chosen The Junior League of Tulsa, Inc. (JLT) to present its annual fashion show fundraiser.

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A Call to Arms Men’s Conference

By: Jeff Bardel | Category: Special Interest | Issue: October 2010

Kenneth W. Hagin will be joined by John Bevere and Ed Elliott at his annual A Call to Arms® Men’s Conference, which will be held November 4–6, 2010, at RHEMA Bible Church in Broken Arrow.

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Help Wanted

By: Deanna Rebro | Category: Special Interest | Issue: August 2010

Not many people would respond to an ad like this: Help Wanted! Hard work. Long hours. Low pay.

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Up, Up and Away

By: Sheryl Sowell | Category: Special Interest | Issue: August 2010

It’s almost time for the return of school buses, books, pencils and days filled with learning new things.

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Use Your Right to Vote

By: Lorrie Ward Jackson | Category: Special Interest | Issue: August 2010

The United States is a free country, where people have the right to vote on their public officials and on many of the issues that affect them every day.

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Local Businessman Not Your Typical Politician

By: Susan Erler | Category: Special Interest | Issue: July 2010

A registered Republican, Blake Lewis is ready to stave off retirement and hopefully begin a new career as Rogers County Commissioner District 1.

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Candidate’s Goal to Build Upon High Standards

By: Lorrie Ward Jackson | Category: Special Interest | Issue: July 2010

With the retirement of incumbent Melissa Anderson this year, Rogers County will seek to fill its county assessor seat in November.

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A Man of His Word

By: Susan Erler | Category: Special Interest | Issue: July 2010

Rogers County residents have some tough choices to make very soon. The race for District 1 County Commissioner is in full swing, with several candidates hoping to be the voter’s choice.

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Job of Assessor Not Always Popular

By: Susan Erler | Category: Special Interest | Issue: July 2010

Over 45,000 parcels of property – each needs to be evaluated and assessed at its fair market value, and that is the task that faces your local county assessor.

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Bikers Against Child Abuse

By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Special Interest | Issue: April 2010

There are many kinds of child abuse – sexual, physical, emotional, neglect.

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Empty Bowls Hunger-Awareness Dinner

By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Special Interest | Issue: April 2010

Hunger is a bigger problem in Oklahoma than most people realize – we’re the fourth-hungriest state in the nation, according to the USDA.

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Helping Orphans in Uganda

By: Lorrie Ward Jackson | Category: Special Interest | Issue: April 2010

With modern day news coverage bringing the world into our living rooms, most people are probably not surprised at the living conditions in third world countries like Uganda.

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Easter Extraordinaire

By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Special Interest | Issue: April 2010

The Rock Church’s stated mission is to serve God and love people, and the church’s pastors, Billy Joe and Theresa Watts, see major holidays as golden opportunities t…

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Artists Work to Benefit The Tristesse Grief Center

By: Susan Halfacre Bramsch | Category: Special Interest | Issue: April 2010

Over 25 acclaimed artists will feature their work to benefit The Tristesse Grief Center at the ARTSCAPE fundraiser at The Silo Event Center at Redberry Farm on Sunday, A…

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Recipe to End Hunger

By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Special Interest | Issue: March 2010

According to the United States Department of Agriculture, Oklahoma has the fourth-most hungry people in the nation.

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Fashion Event to Support Autism Socially

By: Deanna Rebro | Category: Special Interest | Issue: March 2010

The 1988 movie “Rain Man” called attention to autism on the big screen.

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“Old Bag” Dinner & Auction

By: Sheryl Sowell | Category: Special Interest | Issue: March 2010

Safenet Services is a nonprofit domestic abuse and sexual assault agency that serves Rogers and Mayes Counties.

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Christian Foster Care

By: Deanna Rebro | Category: Special Interest | Issue: January 2010

Every day, dozens of children in our community are abused or neglected, often in the so-called safety of their own homes.

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Help for Street Cats

By: Deanna Rebro | Category: Special Interest | Issue: January 2010

They’re the cats that no one cares about. Some had homes at one time, but you would hardly know it from their lack of trust.

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Belk Charity Day November 7

By: Lorrie Ward Jackson | Category: Special Interest | Issue: November 2009

As the holidays approach with lightning speed, the shopping bug hits many of us with full force.

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Choose to Change a Life

By: Deanna Rebro | Category: Special Interest | Issue: November 2009

Sage scholars and clerics agree that one of the keys to happiness is serving others. Imagine the joy of knowing that you are the agent for positive change in a young person’s life.

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Pocahontas Club Wins Congressional Award

By: Lorrie Ward Jackson | Category: Special Interest | Issue: November 2009

November is National Native American Month, and this particular November promises to be a particularly busy one for the Pocahontas Club.

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Faith Matters to Carol Round

By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Special Interest | Issue: October 2009

Do you or someone you know need a daily dose of encouragement?

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Women’s Day of Health and Beauty

By: Deanna Rebro | Category: Special Interest | Issue: October 2009

Do you know a lady who needs a mammogram, but has no insurance to cover it? Send her to the first annual Day of Health and Beauty on Saturday, October 10 at Hampton Inn Tulsa/Bixby.

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Experience Rebirth of Ancient History

By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Special Interest | Issue: October 2009

The Sherwin Miller Museum of Jewish Art has some great events coming up that will celebrate Jewish culture, art and music.

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Celebrate Jewish Culture

By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Special Interest | Issue: October 2009

Ready for an afternoon of culture and family-friendly free entertainment?

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Fellowship Breakfast Before Church

By: Deanna Rebro | Category: Special Interest | Issue: October 2009

A church that serves breakfast? That’s right!

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Disabled Workers Have What It Takes

By: Julie Dermody | Category: Special Interest | Issue: September 2009

Given the chance, would you hire Albert Einstein for your company? Would you consider signing on FDR, Beethoven or Thomas Edison? Would you hire me?

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Stop Child Trafficking Now

By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Special Interest | Issue: September 2009

Human slavery goes on – across the world, in the United States, in Oklahoma, even right here in Green Country. The statistics are appalling.

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Supporting Inner-City Youth

By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Special Interest | Issue: September 2009

Growing up in poverty can limit a child’s social opportunities, which play an important role in that child’s development and growth.

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Open Your Heart and Home

By: Deanna Rebro | Category: Special Interest | Issue: May 2009

It’s hard to imagine, but there are kids who are abandoned by their parents and locked in a room for days without food.

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Celebrating the Strength of Survivors

By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Special Interest | Issue: May 2009

The American Cancer Society would like to extend the invitation to any cancer survivor and guest to a Survivors’ Dinner.

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Loving Care for the Memory Impaired

By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Special Interest | Issue: March 2009

Specializing in memory care, Home Sweet Home is a lovely residential assisted living facility located between Broken Arrow and Coweta, east of the Golf Club of Oklahoma and south of 141st Street South.

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Help for Hurts, Hang-ups and Habits

By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Special Interest | Issue: January 2009

If you or someone you know is struggling with substance abuse or emotional abuse, or if you’re weighed down by the troubles of life, you should know that help is available.

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Thunderbird Accepting Applications for January Class

By: Toni Zetina | Category: Special Interest | Issue: January 2009

For nearly 15 years, Oklahoma has recognized the valuable role the Oklahoma National Guard performs by redirecting at-risk youth to lead more productive lives.

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The Four Freshmen Bring Spectacular Christmas Show

By: Value News | Category: Special Interest | Issue: December 2008

Fans of the songs of yesterday will have their wishes granted this holiday season when The Four Freshmen come to Broken Arrow December 4 for a spectacular Christmas show.

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Change a Child’s Life

By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Special Interest | Issue: December 2008

Imagine yourself, if you can, alone at Christmas, with no family, no presents, no hot meal, sharing a room with five other people, with all your belongings locked up in storage so no one can take them.

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Growing Congregation at Anglican Church

By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Special Interest | Issue: November 2008

The Anglican Church of the Resurrection, located next to Crossroads Free Will Baptist Church at 2525 W. Main Street in Jenks, has been going through some exciting transitions recently.

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Welcome Home

By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Special Interest | Issue: November 2008

At Home Sweet Home, a residential assisted living home specializing in care for the memory impaired, the emphasis is on quality of life and taking things one day at a time.

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Take a Family Trip to the Tree Farm

By: Shelly Robinson | Category: Special Interest | Issue: November 2008

For many, the uncertainty in our country is causing a reevaluation of how they spend their time and money.

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Business Solutions

By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Special Interest | Issue: August 2008

The Holmes Organisation is sponsoring a healthcare seminar on Tuesday, August 19 at the Renaissance Hotel.

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Welcome Home

By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Special Interest | Issue: August 2008

At Home Sweet Home, a residential assisted living home specializing in care for the memory impaired, the emphasis is on quality of life and taking things one day at a time.

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Nickles Named Entrepreneur of the Year

By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Special Interest | Issue: June 2008

People who know and work with Shirley Nickles say that she is an incredible person who has devoted her life to helping others.

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Excellence in Small Business

By: Loren Carpenter | Category: Special Interest | Issue: June 2008

Small business is the backbone of the American economy, leading the way in innovation and bringing new ideas and technology to the marketplace.

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Music Ministry

By: Deanna Rebro | Category: Special Interest | Issue: May 2008

Wherever Cecilie Croissant goes, the sweet sound of music goes.

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A Parent for All

By: Deanna Rebro | Category: Special Interest | Issue: May 2008

Fostering children with special needs is a very challenging task, and both the rewards and difficulties are great. The work requires exceptionally compassionate people.

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An Electronic Waste Solution

By: Joshua Danker-Dake | Category: Special Interest | Issue: May 2008

Each year in America, tons of old and broken electronic devices such as computers and phones are tossed into landfills.

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Storks Deliver Memories as Well as Babies

By: Deanna Rebro | Category: Special Interest | Issue: May 2008

Looking for a baby gift that’s really different?  Or maybe something for the mother who has everything?  Rent a stork and create a forever memory when mother…

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Food For Families Food and Fund Drive Kicks Off February 11

By: Value News | Category: Special Interest | Issue: February 2008

The 23rd Annual Food for Families Food and Fund Drive starts February 11 and runs through March 9.  In this community-wide event, schools, organizations and busines…

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A Call to Action: Volunteer to Help Abused Children

By: Value News | Category: Special Interest | Issue: February 2008

Are you interested in helping children who have been abused or neglected? Creek County CASA is looking for a handful of concerned citizens to stand up for some of our community's most vulnerable children.

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Leadership Tulsa Accepting Paragon Award Nominations

By: Dawn Melton | Category: Special Interest | Issue: February 2008

Leadership Tulsa is accepting nominations from nonprofit organizations for the twenty-second annual Paragon Awards.

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Enjoy the Ride

By: Shelly Robinson | Category: Special Interest | Issue: February 2008

Customer loyalty can be a rare thing these days, but Tulsa Transit has enthusiastic supporters.

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New Web Site Offers On-line Access to Price Information for all Oklahoma Hospitals

By: Susie Wallace | Category: Special Interest | Issue: February 2008

Oklahoma hospitals unveiled a user-friendly Web site today that allows consumers to view inpatient prices for hospitals in their communities.

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BA Relay For Life Fundraising Off to a Great Start!

By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Special Interest | Issue: February 2008

Shortly after Kim Miller-Clark’s Father lost his battle with cancer in April of 2006, the spunky owner of Pom Zone on South Main Street in Broken Arrow decided she and…

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A Complaint-Free World

By: Value News | Category: Special Interest | Issue: January 2008

Did a family member drive your car and leave the gas tank on empty? Was your burger overcooked at dinner last night? Did another driver cut you off on your way to work this morning?

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Put Your Energy Where Heart Is

By: Deanna Rebro | Category: Special Interest | Issue: January 2008

Give a little, get a lot. That is what it is like to volunteer at St. John Medical Center’s gift shop.

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Artist Alert

By: Heather Pingry | Category: Special Interest | Issue: January 2008

The 36th Annual Tulsa International Mayfest, which is scheduled for May 15 through 18, is seeking visual artists. Mayfest is nationally renowned for presenting the very best in arts and entertainment.

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Treatment Parents Needed

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.

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Kitty Kitty Christmas

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.

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Bringing Holiday Smiles to Everyone

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.

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New Buy Bixby Campaign

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…

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Shop Claremore and Win Christmas Cash

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.  “…

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Crazy for Crafts Fest Slated for November 2 - 3

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.

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Downtown Tulsa Unlimited Happenings!

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.

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Thanksgiving at Duffy’s

By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Special Interest | Issue: November 2007

Eddie Chamat, owner of Duffy’s Restaurant, genuinely appreciates doing business in Broken Arrow.

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Celebrate the Holidays in Style

By: Annette Bowles | Category: Special Interest | Issue: November 2007

A group of Jenks merchants began a special holiday weekend celebration 34 years ago.

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An Artistic Event

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.

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Decking the Halls for a Good Cause

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. …

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Sapulpa Gets Ready to Light up the Streets

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…

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Saving History One Mile at A Time

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…

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A Golden Eagle Opportunity

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.

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Empowering Parents

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.

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Planning for Your Future

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.

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Learn. Experience. Serve.

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.

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Safenet Saves Lives

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.

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Sapulpa Parenting Education Program

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.

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Helpful Health Care

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.

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Mentor Program Seeking Volunteers

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.

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Lending a Helping Hand

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.

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Faith Fall Early Learning

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.

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Herbal Living

By: Tina Lynn | Category: Special Interest | Issue: July 2007

The Tulsa Herb Society invites the community in welcoming Susan Belsinger to Tulsa.

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The Healing Power of Music

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.

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Guidance Through the Aging Process

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.

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Touching Lives

By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Special Interest | Issue: May 2007

Choices For Life Foster Care, Inc.

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Comprehensive Life Maps

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.

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Alternatives to the Surgeon’s Knife

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.

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Trustee Rusty

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.

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Help is On the Way

By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Special Interest | Issue: April 2007

SeniorSelect includes two divisions of healthcare: SeniorSelect and Select Life Management.

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A Holiday to Remember

By: Sara Dale | Category: Special Interest | Issue: December 2006

The holidays aren’t the only thing Dr. Ron and Robin LaButti are celebrating this year.

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Radio with Class

By: Eddie Stephens | Category: Special Interest | Issue: December 2006

Combine what is becoming our country’s largest demographic with relevant, targeted radio media and the result is a winning broadcast known as “Senior Class”.KCFO A…

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The Perfect Tree

By: Lorrie Jackson | Category: Special Interest | Issue: December 2006

As the world’s pace grows ever more hectic, it is becoming increasingly difficult to find experiences that help bind the family unit together.

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2006 Bixby Chamber Raffle Winner Announced

By: Lisa Navrkal | Category: Special Interest | Issue: November 2006

The 2006 Dream Car Raffle kicked off ticket sales on June 22 and ended Friday, September 22.

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S.C.A.R.S. Helps Abandoned Pets

By: Carol Beck-Round | Category: Special Interest | Issue: November 2006

A fall indoor sale to benefit abandoned pets in Rogers County is scheduled for November 10 and 11 at the Claremore Expo Center.

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Mrs. Oklahoma Pageant

By: Lorrie Jackson | Category: Special Interest | Issue: November 2006

Since Chastity “Chazz” Anderson began her reign as Mrs. Oklahoma only a few months ago in June, it may seem too early to begin considering the 2007 competition.

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Save 60 Percent on Health Insurance

By: Value News | Category: Special Interest | Issue: October 2006

If you are a small-business owner who employees fifty workers or less, Angela Ritchie of Creative Insurance Solutions, LLC can save you sixty-percent on your health insu…

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Skin-Improving Procedures

By: Lauren Atkinson | Category: Special Interest | Issue: September 2006

Advanced Cosmetic Medicine, located at 3958 South Hudson in between Sheridan and Yale, is home to Dr. Mallory Spoor-Baker who strives to meet the personal needs and inte…

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Kick School Up A Notch!

By: Christy Means-Smith | Category: Special Interest | Issue: September 2006

“Focus your mind, focus your eyes, focus your body, sir!”This is the chant for all beginning students at Tulsa’s most popular martial arts school, Apollo’s Karate.

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Custody Expectations in the Divorce Dilemma

By: Eddie Stephens | Category: Special Interest | Issue: September 2006

It’s been established that divorce has many complexities.

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A Smart Way to Go

By: Value News | Category: Special Interest | Issue: September 2006

Tulsa Transit consistently has its eye on the future.

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Connecting Veterans

By: Duane Blankenship | Category: Special Interest | Issue: November 2017

“Coffee Bunker connects vets with other service organizations in our area, and other agencies are sending vets to us for help,” said Mary Ligon.

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