Arts + Culture

Winter Road Trips Lead to Festive Memories

Journey across Tennessee, Missouri, and Kentucky to discover dazzling lights, holiday shows, and sweet treats. Article by Lindsey Hickman | Photography by Provided Whether you’re looking for dazzling lights, world-class entertainment, or family traditions, here are three unforgettable holiday experiences perfect for your family’s seasonal adventures. Each destination offers a unique way to celebrate from the Smokies to the Ozarks to Kentucky, no matter which direction you head. Dollywood –...

Travel

Holiday Magic in Muskogee

Enjoy the Beloved Seasonal Tradition of Castle Christmas Article and Photography by Provided Castleton Village transforms into a sparkling holiday destination with thousands of lights, festive displays, and family activities. Guests can enjoy a free drive-through (donations welcome), or enhance their visit with hayrides, the narrated Castle Train, pony and camel rides, firepits, shopping, and seasonal treats. Just minutes away, Honor Heights Park features thousands of lights illuminating its...

Arts + Culture

Nuance Music Studio

Where Music Becomes Connection Article by Kendra Zaldivar | Photography by Heather Broomhall Nuance Music Studio is not simply a place where lessons are given—it is a space where music is lived, shared, and experienced as a transformative force. Co-founded by Dr. Milton Fernandez, his mother Dr. Farida Peña, and his wife Sarah Fernandez, the studio carries forward a family legacy that began more than 40 years ago in the Dominican Republic. Dr. Fernandez’s grandmother founded one of the...

Local Services

The Gift of Giving

Your Guide to Philanthropy and Impact in Tulsa Article by Kendra Zaldivar | Photography by Provided As the holidays draw near, our hearts turn toward gratitude, family, and the joy of giving. But beyond the gifts wrapped beneath twinkling trees lies a deeper kind of generosity — one that strengthens our community and changes lives. The true spirit of the season shines brightest when we give not just to those we know, but to those who need it most. Local nonprofits are at the heart of this...

Arts + Culture

Wick+Flame Candle Bar

A Unique Candle-making Experience You Won't Forget! Article by Provided | Photography by Kacey Gilpin Wick + Flame Candle Bar is a small, family-owned business nestled in downtown Tulsa. Founded in late 2022 by husband and wife Basia and Trevor, originally from Salt Lake City, Utah, the couple opened the studio after moving to Tulsa in 2021 in search of a fresh start and a place to build something together. At Wick + Flame, guests are invited to create a candle that’s uniquely theirs. The...

Education

A Culture of Giving

How Arvest Helps Tulsa Thrive Article by Sydney Sullivan | Photography by Heather Broomhall, Arvest Bank, Phil The holiday season is a time when generosity shines brightest, but for Arvest Bank, giving back is a year-round commitment. This dedication is woven into the company’s culture, strategy, and mission. As businesses across Tulsa close out 2025, Arvest reminds us that giving is not only good for the community but also good for business. “A thriving community requires a thriving bank,”...

Education

First Call: Trusted Care Since 1997

A Legacy of Care, Community, and Gratitude Article by Kendra Zaldivar | Photography by Kacey Gilpin For nearly three decades, First Call has been a trusted name in in-home care and sitter services for family members, friends, and loved ones. Additionally, First Call provides staffing services for hospitals, nursing homes, clinics and assisted living facilities. Founded in 1997 by Joe Wolfe and Chris Sanders, the company is a Home Care Agency that is licensed, insured, and bonded, providing...

Finance + Legal Services

Heritage Strong

American Heritage Bank’s Legacy Guides Growth, Service, and Community Connections Article by Kendra Zaldivar | Photography by Kacey Gilpin When American Heritage Bank first opened its doors more than a century ago, the world looked very different. Farmers and shopkeepers were its earliest customers, and the bank quickly became a cornerstone of small-town life. In the 1920s, stewardship passed to the Berry family, beginning a multigenerational story of community banking that has now spanned...

Life + Culture

Faith, Family, Football

How Dillon Stoner’s Journey From Gridiron to Gratitude Reflects What Matters Most Article by Kendra Zaldivar | Photography by Michael Clemens/Las Vegas Raiders Thanksgiving in Oklahoma has a rhythm of its own. The smell of turkey wafts from the kitchen. Family members pile into the living room. Football hums in the background. Here, faith, family, and football aren’t separate traditions; they’re woven together. Few understand this more than former NFL wide receiver and Tulsa native Dillon...

Food + Beverage

1925 at The Mayo

Honoring Legacy, Creating Memories Article by Kendra Zaldivar | Photography by Kacey Gilpin When The Mayo Hotel opened in 1925, it quickly became one of Tulsa’s most iconic landmarks. Built by brothers John and Cass Mayo, the 18-story property embodied the spirit of the oil boom era and stood as a hub of elegance, luxury, and hospitality. Presidents, celebrities, and leaders once passed through its grand lobby, leaving behind stories that became part of Tulsa’s cultural fabric. Nearly a...