Health + Wellness

Restoring More Than Just Your Smile

Article by Provided | Photography by Elise Breeding, CPP When most people think about tooth loss, they imagine the inconvenience of chewing or the embarrassment of a visible gap. What often gets overlooked is how missing teeth can quietly change the way your entire face looks. Without the right support, your cheeks may start to look sunken, your lips can lose their shape, and your jawline may appear less defined. That’s why dental implants are such a transformative option. They don’t just...

Health + Wellness

Emsculpt Neo

Article and Photography by Dr. Redding-Slootheer Premier Health, Wellness, and Aesthetics is currently offering cutting-edge treatments with Emsculpt Neo, for both body-sculpting and functional wellness.  “We’ve had the Emsculpt Neo in our clinic for over 2 years, utilizing it to help reduce fat and build muscle in almost any part of the body, but it was also just recently FDA approved for functional medicine.  This setting can be used over virtually any joint or body part to increase...

Professional Services

Wellness Restored

Finding the Root Cause Through Integrative Medicine Article and Photography by Ashley Armstrong Have you experienced the frustration of going to the doctor and being told you’re fine,but you just don’t feel fine? You’re not crazy…and we want to help! Ashley Armstrong and Jordan Terry of Wellness Restored Integrative Medicine opened their doors in September of 2024 and have over 35 years of medical and health experience between them, but they feel as though they are just getting started...

Life + Culture

Take a trip down Route 66 with Google Arts & Culture

Article by Rhys Martin | Photography by Oklahoma Route 66 Association Route 66 is more than just a highway, it’s an American legend. From westward migration to its place in countless songs and movies like the legendary Pixar’s Cars –"The Mother Road" is a living symbol of American culture and history. Beyond the iconic landmarks are the diverse stories of the communities and small businesses that have shaped its past, present, and future. Today, in partnership with the National Trust for...

Shopping

Essentials for Christmas

Happy Holidays from Essentials! Let us help you fill your stockings and your home with some Holiday Cheer. Article and Photography by 1 Gift the gift of relaxation with luxurious bubble bath by Lollia. Happy Holidays from Essentials! Let us help you fill your stockings and your home with some Holiday Cheer. 2 Winter Wonderland by Glasshouse - Fill your home with the nostalgic smell of the tree! Winter Wonderland diffusers and candles by Glasshouse are sure to be a holiday hit. 3 Céleste by...

Education

OU in WWI

Book by David Levy Features Letters From OU Students, Alums and Faculty on the Front (and Back) Lines of World War II Article by Jerri Culpepper In early 1918, as the Great War appeared at long last to be drawing to a close, the University of Oklahoma’s third president, Stratton Duluth Brooks, composed a letter. On Nov. 6—just five days before the armistice that formally ended World War I—he sent the letter to every current and former OU student, as well as all members of the faculty, serving...

Life + Culture

A Billion Opportunities for Connection:

How the World is Engaging in God's Word Article by Rachel Feuerborn In our fast-paced, always-connected world, millions of people are discovering the Bible as a source of daily hope and peace. The YouVersion Bible App, a free Bible experience that began as a digital ministry of Oklahoma-based Life. Church in 2008 is about to reach a remarkable milestone:  one billion installs worldwide.   "When we started this journey, we had no idea what to expect," shares Bobby Gruenewald, YouVersion's...

Food + Beverage

Scratch Kitchen & Cocktails

Where Fresh Is the First Ingredient Article and Photography by Michelle Pipes On a bustling corner of downtown Norman’s Main Street, you will find food, drinks and neighbors who are drawn to the fresh-squeezed, made-from-scratch, and melding of comfort and adventurous cuisine known as Scratch Kitchen & Cocktails. The retro music nicely complements the eclectic décor but does not overwhelm the atmosphere. “We make our syrups, squeeze all of our juices daily, and make our sauces in-house,” said...

Finance + Legal Services

Traveling This Summer? Here’s How to Protect Your Money

Sunshine, sandy toes, and suitcase selfies—summer travel season is here! Whether you’re jetting off to a tropical island, backpacking through Europe, or just escaping to a lakeside cabin for some quiet, one thing’s for sure: you don’t want your trip derailed by money mishaps.Imagine standing at a gelato stand in Rome, craving that triple scoop of pistachio perfection, and your card gets declined. Not because you don’t have the funds available, but because your bank thought you were being...

Shopping

Trending Now: Children's Clothing and Toys

Smart Moms Keep Consignment ‘Just Between Friends’ Article and Photography by Michelle Pipes Just Between Friends children’s consignment sales in Oklahoma City, Norman and Edmond have become the cornerstone events for families seeking to buy or resell quality children's items. Held biannually—spring and fall—JBF offers the perfect opportunity to sell a vast selection of gently used, name-brand clothing, toys, books, and baby gear.​ “The children's consignment market is a rapidly growing...