Travel

Small Towns, Big Treats

A 1,000-Mile Road Trip Through Southwest and Cental Missouri Article and Photography by Elaine Warner Sometimes the smallest towns have some of the biggest treats. With that in mind, my husband, Jack, and I embarked on a nearly 1,000-mile road trip through southwest and central Missouri. Diamond, Missouri, southeast of Joplin, is so small it doesn’t have outskirts—maybe just a sliver of a petticoat. A few miles from the community is the George Washington Carver National Monument. While most...

June 2024

Style + Beauty

Fashion That Excites

Forget the Safari Hat: Pink Attitude Boutique Offers Great On-the-go Looks Article by Jerri Culpepper | Photography by Harlea Robinson Attitude Is Everything! At Pink Attitude Boutique ( ShopPinkAttitude.com ), it's all about looking fun and flirty, but also about comfort, indoors and out. Our models are shown at Riversport OKC, the go-to place for rowing, paddlesports and outdoor recreation. Opposite Page: The blue-and-white color scheme of this beaded strapless mini-dress adds a touch of...

June 2024

Life + Culture

Glenn Lewis

A Stalwart Leader in Times of Adversity Article by Logan Reglin The passing earlier this year of Glenn Lewis, a jeweler who later made his mark as the longtime mayor of Moore, continues to reverberate throughout this close-knit community in Cleveland County. Glenn Delbert Lewis, who passed away at home April 28 after a lengthy illness, was born in Shawnee but moved with his family to Moore in July 1960. He graduated from Moore High School as Senior Class President in 1973, then attended the...

June 2024

Entertainment

Expedition Africa

OKC Zoo's Newest Expansion a Dream Destination for Wildlife Lovers and Adventurers of All Ages Article by Jerri Culpepper | Photography by Harlea Robinson With 12 acres of new habitats for more than 60 species, renovations and experiences, the Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden has much to offer adventurers, young and old. Expedition Africa, a dream destination for wildlife lovers, is now a reality for visitors to the OKC Zoo. Presented by Inasmuch Foundation, it’s the zoo’s largest-ever...

June 2024

Life + Culture

Our 2024 Men of Influence

Article by Jerri Culpepper Each June, Cleveland County City Lifestyle/OKC City Lifestyle features several outstanding gentlemen whose influence extends beyond their profession into our community.  GENARO ARRíAGA Owner, Renaissance Cast Stone & Co-founder, Dando Frutos (“Giving Fruit”) Bio & Career Highlights Genaro Arríaga is the owner of Renaissance Cast Stone, Arriagas Properties and Arriagas Auto Center in Oklahoma City. Renaissance Cast Stone specializes in custom...

May 2024

Finance + Legal Services

Investing Where You Live

How Qualified Opportunity Zone Funds Help Both Communities & Investors Article by Brooke Barnett If you have recently had a capital gains event or if you anticipate having one in the near future, an exciting new opportunity exists for investors in the Cleveland County area.   The Opportunity Zone Program is a federal bi-partisan program in the 2017 Tax Cuts Jobs Act, and is a potential major source of untapped capital that seeks to revitalize under-served communities. The program incentives...

May 2024

Arts + Culture

Architecture & Art

For Norman's David Boeck, Creativity Is the Spice of Life Article by Staci Elder Hensley | Photography by Mel Drake Photography & Supplied When you attend a university, there are always a handful of special professors who stand out for their professional skills, talents and ability to encourage students to achieve. At the University of Oklahoma, for the past 21 years, one of these exceptional individuals has been Associate Professor of Architecture David Boeck Already a practicing architect...

May 2024

Arts + Culture

Toby Keith Remembered

His Music & Good Deeds Won't Be Forgotten Article by Jerri Culpepper | Photography by Shauna J. King/Ahh Shoot! Photography When Toby Keith passed away at the age of 62 on Feb. 5, 2024, the country music industry lost one of its living legends. As a recording artist and performer, Toby Keith built a career without parallel. The 10 billion streams, 100 million radio plays and 44 million albums sold are indications of just how far his music reached, as was writing a No. 1 single and achieving a...

May 2024

Travel

Fun in the Desert

From Golf to Tennis, Hiking to Biking, Palm Springs and Joshua Tree Offer Outdoor Enthusiasts a Host of Activities Article by Susan Grossman | Photography by Susan Grossman & Supplied “What draws us into the desert is the search for something intimate in the remote.” - Edward Abbey Maybe it’s the year-round sunny climate and the exclusive tennis and golf clubs. Perhaps it’s the variety of hiking options. Whatever the draw, Palm Springs, a city in the Sonoran Desert of southern California...

May 2024

Travel

Great Girls' Getaway Destination

Fredericksburg, Texas: Diverse Offerings Include Wine Tastings, Shopping, Historic Points of Interest and (Yeah), Lots of Fun Places to Dine Article by Elaine Warner | Photography by Elaine Warner It was dusk. A soft breeze whisked away the heat of the day. I rocked slowly back and forth on the porch swing of my cottage, intoxicated by the sweet scent of moonflowers. Juice from an early-ripening peach dribbled down my chin. Could it get any better than this? Where to Stay I was a guest at ...

April 2024