Finance + Legal Services

Tax Season Tips to Eliminate Stress

Tax season can feel daunting and overwhelming, but it can be a golden opportunity to optimize your financial situation. By being proactive and organized, you can maximize deductions, plan for a better financial future, and reduce stress by filing your taxes early.Here’s how to make the most out of this tax season:Gather Your Financial Documents Early. Preparation is the key to a smooth tax season. Start by collecting all necessary documents, including W-2s, 1099s, and receipts for deductible...

Education

The Stepping Stone Foundation

Nonprofit Supporting Teen Parents Complete Their High School Education and Pursue a Career Article by Murphy Barnett The Stepping Stone Foundation, a nonprofit organization serving the Oklahoma City metro area, helps support teen parents by providing them with the resources to help them thrive in their academic, professional and home environments. Stepping Stone co-founder Meg Durham is a former Oklahoma City Public Schools teacher, a position that enabled her to see issues facing many lower...

Arts + Culture

Love, Strength and Sacrifice

Oklahoma City Ballet to Stage Iconic Ballet, Swan Lake Article by Jerri Culpepper Swan Lake is arguably one of the world’s two most well-known and beloved ballet productions of all time. ( The Nutcracker is the other). Since its debut in 1877, this timeless masterpiece composed by Pyotr Ilyich has captivated audiences young and old with its haunting beauty, emotional depth and unparalleled artistry. For the corps and principal dancers, it’s one of the most physically demanding of all...

Food + Beverage

Mel & Lestari's OKC VIBES

Focus This Month: Stock & Bond OKC Article by Mel Drake and Lestari Kusumawardani | Photography by Harlea Robinson Love is in the air, and we’re here for it! February is all about L-O-V-E, and that includes every kind—Galentine’s Day with your gal pals (like we did at Stock & Bond—more on that soon!), treating yourself to something indulgent, or sharing a cozy table for two with someone special. This month, we’re focusing on one thing we love most— Where to Eat . And trust us, Stock & Bond...