Oklahoma Magazine

Sandwiched between back-to-school fall activities and the frenetic pace of year-end holidays, Thanksgiving is a perfect time for Oklahomans to pause and practice their attitude of gratitude. Community events mark the event, while home gatherings incorporate individualized traditions among family and friends. Many are marked by an entire weekend watching football games, turkey dr...

With the official centennial observance of Route 66 winding down, Oklahoma’s chief historian looks back on the year-long series of events as an opportunity to tell a story of the road’s past success, and what he sees as its bright future – not only in Oklahoma, but in the other seven states the road bisects. […]

For many veterans, finding help can be almost as difficult as knowing they need it. Oklahoma has no shortage of organizations serving veterans and their families, but navigating benefits, healthcare, housing, employment, mental health services and other resources can be overwhelming. Raymond Queen, director of Veteran Impact and Engagement at the Coffee Bunker in Tulsa, […]

Dogs have long been bred to work alongside humans, from rescuing avalanche victims to herding sheep. As society has progressed, so have these canines’ jobs. Today, dogs help track criminals, locate endangered wildlife, assist in conservation efforts and, increasingly, provide comfort to people in stressful situations. One of a dog’s most valuable qualities is their […]