Finance + Legal Services

Quail Creek Bank Celebrates 50 Years

Despite Growing and Evolving to Meet 21st-Century Needs and Expectations, Bank's Leadership Continues to Put the Focus on People Article by Jerri Culpepper Imagine walking into your bank to a warm greeting by a teller or other staff member. They know your name, and you know theirs, because they’ve worked at the bank for years (many for 10 years or more). And if your visit falls on a Friday, you can grab a fresh-baked cookie to munch on while you wait to conduct your business. At Quail Creek...

Life + Culture

OKC VIBES:

Mel & Lestari's Insider Scoop to the City! Article by Mel Drake and Lestari Kusumawardani | Photography by Harlea Robinson Hey there, fabulous friends of Oklahoma City! Mel and Lestari here, bubbling with excitement as we unwrap this month’s theme: “Gifting the Gift of Experiences.” December is all about creating memories, and what better way than gifting experiences that bring joy and warmth? Imagine this: sipping hot cocoa while twinkling lights dance on Broadway, gliding gracefully (or...

Home + Design

Nowhere to Go But Up

Custom Contracting Business Specializes in Attic Transformations Article by Staci Elder Hensley If space is at a premium in your house and it’s time to expand, “movin’ on up” might be your best option. Not moving to a fancier neighborhood mind you, but literally building upwards to create the exact type of spaces you need. That’s where Attic Conversions can help. For 15 years, owner James Howell has offered attic transformations as part of his larger custom home contracting business. “I was...

Arts + Culture

OKC Ballet Presents The Nutcracker

Lavish Production to Feature New Choreography and Sets, Props, Lighting and Costumes Article by Jerri Culpepper Oklahoma City Ballet’s lavish production of the holiday classic, The Nutcracker , to be staged Dec. 14-23 at the Civic Center Music Hall, will feature new choreography and sets, props, lighting and costumes created by some of the nation’s top designers and artisans. It’s also has been re-envisioned to include several new characters, a few new twists and a lot more magic, according...

Finance + Legal Services

What Good and Bad Credit Means to Your Credit Score

Your credit score is a powerful number that affects many aspects of your financial life. Whether you’re applying for a loan, renting an apartment, or even getting a job, your credit score can influence your success. But what exactly makes up a credit score, and why does having good credit matter so much?Understanding Your Credit ScoreYour credit score is a three-digit number that reflects your creditworthiness—or how likely you are to repay debt. Scores typically range from 300 to 850, with...

Entertainment

Lights, Trains, Etc.

Our 4 Top Picks for Family Fun This Holiday Season Article by Lindsey Davies Time to don your light-up jingle bell necklaces and pull on your elf slippers! We've selected four holiday-themed activities that are guaranteed to put smiles on the whole family's faces. Whether you prefer the comfort and warmth of a theatre or heated car or the great outdoors, we've got you covered. Read on! OKC Zoo Safari Lights Nov. 9-Jan. 1, 5:30-11 p.m. OKC Zoo's Safari Lights features a larger-than-life...

Entertainment

Visit The Jones Assembly for the Holidays

From Great Food and Drink, to Entertainment and Shopping, They Have It All Covered Article by Jerri Culpepper Love the holidays, but don’t love all the hassle and time required on your part to make it shine? The Jones Assembly has your back! Here are just some of the ways The Jones Assembly, conveniently located on the west end of downtown on historic Film Row, can help you pull it all together—seamlessly and elegantly. It all starts with Thanksgiving. Ticket orders will be taken early this...

Food + Beverage

OKC VIBES

Mel & Lestari's Insider Scoop to the City! Article by Lestari Kusumawardani & Mel Drake | Photography by Mel Drake Hey, fabulous OKC friends! It’s Mel and Lestari here, ready to sprinkle a little holiday magic into your November with our latest insider scoop. This month, we’re embracing the heartwarming spirit of “Giving” to coincide with Thanksgiving. Whether you’re sharing a meal, a moment or a favorite spot, we’re here to help you celebrate in style. Come join us at our table, as we dive...

Local Services

Creating Opportunities

Center Provides Document Shredding/Data Destruction While Creating Inclusive Work Environment for Adults with Developmental/Intellectual Challenges Article by Murphy Barnett For more than 40 years, The Meadows Center for Opportunity has served two important purposes in the metro area. The Edmond-based nonprofit organization provides secure document shredding and data destruction, while creating an inclusive and supportive work environment for adults with developmental and intellectual...

Education

Meet Trinity School's Chef Mac

Mackenzie Finds Calling in Life Creating Meals for Special-needs Children Article by Jerri Culpepper If you’ve ever tried to prepare healthy meals for a child with strong food likes and dislikes, you know it’s a daily challenge that can prove very stressful over the long run. For those laboring to prepare nutritious meals that kids with allergies (nuts, gluten, etc.)—as well as autistic and other special-needs children, to whom color, texture and other factors come into play in addition to...