Sports + Recreation

Coaches Corner: Jennie Baranczyk

Home Court Advantage: Meet the Baranczyks Article and Photography by Kylie Caldwell Building a program, building a home. OU head coach Jennie Baranczyk introduces her real roster — her family's starting five, plus a terrier named Brownie — and shows what it means to build a program, and a home, at the same time. Ask anyone in the Baranczyk house what Jennie does for a living, and "basketball coach" is only half the answer. At home, she's outnumbered — a husband, three kids, and a very...

Life + Culture

Born and Bred

Mike Burr: Norman Legacy, Wall Street Career & Family Article by Allie Miller | Photography by Kylie Caldwell There is a certain kind of person who leaves a place and makes it proud. Mike Burr is that kind of person. Born and raised in Norman, Mike grew up in the long shadow of a university — which in this part of Oklahoma is not a burden but a gift. His father, David A. Burr, served for many years as a Vice President at the University of Oklahoma, and his fingerprints on that institution...

Life + Culture

(Re)Introducing Cleveland County City Lifestyle

A refresh for an already great magazine! Article and Photography by Jeff Weber Home has a way of calling you back. I grew up in this community. I walked the halls of Norman schools, cheered on the Sooners, and built the kind of roots that no amount of years away can fully sever. So when the opportunity came to purchase Cleveland County City Lifestyle, it wasn't a business decision so much as it was an answer to that call. Lesa and I came home — for good — and this magazine is how we plan to...

Food + Beverage

Charcuterie: A Show-Stopping Centerpiece

A charcuterie table is a generously sized spread featuring an abundant layout that is built to be a showpiece — often the focal point of the room — allowing for a larger, more elaborate presentation that guests can return to throughout the celebration.Perfect for Any Event• Weddings — A lush, romantic display for cocktail hour or the reception that pairs beautifully with floral and decor themes.• Parties — Birthdays, engagements, bridal/baby showers or holiday gatherings all benefit from a table...

Food + Beverage

Introducing Miss Clara!

Introducing Our Charcuterie Cart: “Miss Clara,” A Feast for Every OccasionEvery great event deserves a centerpiece that guests can’t stop talking about — and our charcuterie cart is designed to be exactly that. She turns any gathering into a shared experience built around beautiful food. Miss Clara is a mobile, fully-stocked grazing station loaded with an artfully arranged selection of cured meats, artisan cheeses, fresh and dried fruits, nuts, olives, crackers, and house-made accompaniments...

Life + Culture

The Art of Going Nowhere

Discover why the ultimate summer getaway in Cleveland County doesn't require a single boarding pass Article by Allie Miller | Photography by Provided There is a particular kind of exhaustion that frequent-flier miles cannot fix — the exhaustion from travel itself. The pre-dawn alarms, the TSA lines, the checked-bag arithmetic, the itineraries that require their own itineraries. Somewhere between booking the rental car and downloading directions, the vacation becomes work in a different area...

Travel

Hawaii à la Caribbean

St. Lucia’s Similarities & Stress-free Travel Planning Article by Joy Nguyen | Photography by Joy de Voyage, LLC You may have heard St. Lucia likened to the Hawaii of the Caribbean (and a veritable honeymooner’s paradise), which, given my love for Hawaiʻi, invariably influenced selecting this destination for a getaway last fall. The island’s lush greenery and prominent mountain peaks do indeed strike some correlation to Hawaii’s storied, imposing, and impressive surroundings. Though still...

Entertainment

Tomorrow Looks Better From Here

The Rock Creek Entertainment District: A New Chapter for Cleveland County Article by Lawrence McKinney | Photography by "conceptual design images" Mantra (Note: Image featuring the purple billboard provided separately) Cleveland County has always looked forward. From world-class education and a skilled workforce to a growing business climate, we've built a foundation of innovation on vision, courage, and collaboration. Now, that vision takes a bold new step. The Rock Creek Entertainment...

Life + Culture

A Foundation of Belonging

Thirty years in the making, City Care is building Oklahoma’s first medical respite center and expanding affordable housing. Article and Photography by Luke Spencer Thirty years ago, City Care began as a simple pancake breakfast hosted by a handful of friends who shared a foundational belief: every person deserves dignity, stability, and a place to sleep at night. In the decades since, the organization has become a steady presence for Oklahomans experiencing homelessness and housing...

Home + Design

The Pillars of the Home

From hand-forged entries to bespoke cabinetry, meet the craftsmen defining the next generation of Oklahoma’s most enduring luxury estates. Photography by Provided Urban Kitchens Specializing in residential kitchen, bath, whole-home renovations, and fully-custom cabinetry, 2026 marks Urban Kitchens’ 27th year in business. This Belmont Farms Chef’s Kitchen epitomizes a move toward staying in place as real estate prices rise. For ease of use and to accommodate the Owner’s storage needs, more...