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Lettuce, meet Patty. Today we are discussing Burgers and Fries in Ardmore, OK. Burgers and Fries is a drive-thru only burger joint located in Ardmore, Oklahoma. They offer hand-battered onion rings as well as choices for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Burgers and Fries has been family owned and operated since 1975. Good times abound in Ardmore, Oklahoma where you can dock at Lake Murray State Park's beautifully clear, 5,700-acre lake. Enjoy a round of golf at the state's oldest and largest state park, a favorite for Ardmore locals and tourists alike. At the Tucker Tower Nature Center in Lake Murray State Park, you'll discover many fossils, a 288-pound meteorite found nearby and educational programs in the summer. There's plenty more to discover in Ardmore — enjoy boutique shopping experiences on Main Street, and find modern art at the Charles B. Goddard Center for Visual & Performing Arts. For local history, visit the Greater Southwest Historical Museum and the adjacent Military Memorial Museum. Try your luck and take a spin at Gold Mountain Casino in Ardmore or venture just outside of town to spend a day with the animals at Woodbine Farms. Also discussed: Onlyinokshow, Travelok, Chickasaw National Recreation Area, Kaylee Douglas, Sulphur, ExploreArdmore and KFOR. Subscribe to the Only in OK Show. #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MadeinOklahoma #oklaproud #podcast #okherewego #traveloklahoma #

Don’t touch my coffee or you will be grounded. Today we are discussing the Coffee Cup in Poteau, OK. The Coffee Cup is a locally owned, family operated coffeehouse serving specialty coffee, fine teas, fruit smoothies, hot panini sandwiches, fresh soups and salads, bakery items and more.The Coffee Cup's highly skilled baristas specialize in serving traditional espresso classics, as well as a wide variety of unique specialty drinks. Stop in for the warm atmosphere and fantastic coffeehouse experience you won't find anywhere else. In Poteau, you can get a good view of the Ouachita National Forest from Poteau, Oklahoma's Cavanal Hill, dubbed "the world's highest hill" at just one foot shy of mountain designation. Climb down and take a drive on the breathtaking Talimena National Scenic Byway. Visit the LeFlore County Museum at Hotel Lowry, or stroll through the Kiamichi Mountains. Check out the annual Poteau Balloon Fest and watch as a fleet of hot air balloons take to the sky. Stick around until after the sun goes down to witness the sky light up with magnificent balloon glows. Also discussed: Onlyinokshow, Travelok, Guthrie, Broken Bow, Lake Murray, Burgers and Fries and Southern Living Magazine. Subscribe to the Only in OK Show. #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MadeinOklahoma #oklaproud #podcast #okherewego #traveloklahoma

I conifer you a discount on camping puns. Today we are discussing Lake Wister State Park in Wister, OK. A gateway to the beautiful Ouachita National Forest, Lake Wister State Park in southeast Oklahoma offers five camping areas around the 115 miles of scenic shoreline. This outdoor haven offers park visitors a variety of activities including hiking, camping, biking, boating and water skiing on the 7,300 surface acres of Lake Wister. As an added bonus, the park is also equipped with a water spray park, a popular destination for children and adults alike. Nestled in a ring of pine and oak covered mountains: the Sans Bois, Jackforks, Kiamichis and Ouachitas, lodging facilities at Lake Wister State Park include 15 cabins, RV sites with full hook-ups or some with water and electric only, and tent sites. All RV and tent sites must be reserved online. Book one of the 15 cozy cabins within the park and enjoy lake or park view cabins complete with stone-framed fireplaces and easy access to hiking trails. The park's one or two-bedroom cabins, surrounded by groves of dogwood, wild cherry and northern spruce, accommodate four to six guests and feature one to two queen-size beds in each bedroom with linens, sleeper sofas and a 32-inch flat screen TV. Each cabin also comes complete with kitchen, restroom with shower and air conditioning. Please keep in mind that dishes and cookware are no longer stocked in the cabins. Two cabins have accessible main and bathroom entrances, and pets are welcome to stay in a select number of cabins at the park for a daily pet fee. Lake Wister State Park also offers a fully-equipped group camp that can accommodate up to 100 visitors and includes a full kitchen and dining hall. Lake Wister State Park welcomes wildlife watchers, nature photographers and anyone wishing to escape into the great outdoors. Hunters will enjoy the nearby Wister Wildlife Management Area. A waterfowl area is also located within close proximity to the park. The Poteau River, Oklahoma's only river that flows north, feeds into Lake Wister along with the Fourche Maline and a half dozen or more mountain streams provided fresh cool water perfect for fishing. An abundance of northern bluegill, channel catfish, flathead catfish, white bass, smallmouth and largemouth bass are available for the angler. Facilities at the park include comfort stations with showers, picnic tables, group picnic shelters, lighted boat ramps, an unlighted gravel ramp, playgrounds and a swimming beach. Challenge friends and family to a round of miniature golf at the park's miniature golf course. Hiking trails include a self-guided nature trail and a 6.4-mile hiking trail that takes visitors into the surrounding wilderness to view wildlife such as deer, ducks and rabbits. During the winter months, wintering golden and bald eagles can be seen soaring overhead. Wister is located in central Le Flore County and in the northern portion of the Ouachita National Forest near Lake Wister, which the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers created between 1946 and 1949. U.S. Highways 270 and 271 pass through the town. McAlester is located fifty-five miles almost due west, and the Oklahoma-Arkansas border lies twenty miles east of Wister. Within a few decades of the 1830s Choctaw removal from Mississippi to Indian Territory, the population in the future Le Flore County area had greatly increased. By the second half of the nineteenth century the Choctaw and the whites who joined them had developed an economy that required railroad services. In 1866, after the Civil War, a treaty between the Choctaw Nation and the federal government permitted railroads to build through the territory. They became an integral part of the economy, transporting coal, timber, livestock, farming, and other products, as well as passengers. Also discussed: Onlyinokshow, Travelok and Washita Valley Community News. Subscribe to the Only in OK Show. #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MadeinOklahoma #oklaproud #podcast #okherewego #traveloklahoma

How does a train avoid detection? It covers its tracks. Today we are discussing the Southern Belle Restaurant in Heavener, OK. Stop by Southern Belle Restaurant in Heavener to chow down on traditional southern cooking. You’ll find tasty steaks, burgers, fish, sandwiches and pork chops, all prepared in a down-home fashion, on the menu. For a real treat, pair your main course with a sweet potato topped with caramel and marshmallow. Be sure to try the house specialty, the Southern Belle Chicken, a boneless chicken breast marinaded in a secret house dressing, then dipped in batter and fried, and served with a special dipping sauce. It comes with a potato, bread and a trip to the salad bar. For dessert, try a slice of decadent homemade pie or cheesecake with flavors inspired by the season. The restaurant is housed in a refurbished 1905 railcar. A passenger train that traveled the Kansas City Southern Railway and previously transported WWII soldiers, the Southern Belle was discontinued in 1969 and was later restored to its present-day glory by local train buffs. Located in Le Flore County, Heavener is situated on State Highway 128 and on U.S. Highway 59/270, approximately twelve miles south of Poteau, the county seat. Lying within the former Choctaw Nation, Heavener is named for Joseph H. Heavener, who arrived in 1877 and was one of the area's earliest white settlers. He and others, including Sam Wilson, farmed on Choctaw permits. In 1880 Zachary Taylor Ward and his wife, Tabitha Hickman Ward, a Choctaw Indian, moved their store at Skullyville to present Heavener. This began the settlement. Ward died in 1883, and Tabitha married Heavener. The couple owned the land on which the town was established. Prior to the town's christening as Heavener, the area was known by several different names, including Prairie of the Tall Grass, Choctaw City, Prairie View, Long Prairie, and Grand Prairie. Good land drew farmers to the area and assisted in Heavener's growth. In 1885 a cotton gin and gristmill were built, and soon other businesses began moving in. Floyd Wilson established a subscription school. In 1886 Sam Lucas established a community church, the settlement's first. By 1889 Dr. Salather C. Capp practiced as the first doctor. The Commercial Hotel was built about that time. In 1895, after a vote of the local residents, the town became Heavener. In 1896 the Kansas City, Pittsburg and Gulf Railroad built tracks through the town. A post office was established in a boxcar on May 12, 1896. Simon W. Woods served as the first postmaster. Another boxcar served as the train station. In 1900–1901 the Arkansas Western Railroad constructed tracks from Heavener east to Arkansas. Heavener expanded because of transportation access. After the Curtis Act (1898) allowed Indian Territory's municipalities to operate under federal guidelines, the town incorporated in 1898, with E. W. Moore the first mayor. In 1899 Harvey Wise became the first peace officer. In 1900 the population stood at 234. In 1901 the town was platted. After the Kansas City Southern Railway purchased the rail line in 1900, in 1910 the company established a roundhouse, making Heavener a division point. As a result, the town grew. In that year the first bank opened. In 1910 the population was 780, and by 1911 Heavener had two banks, two newspapers, and all of the amenities of a growing city. The population jumped to 1,850 in 1920. The region benefited from the mining and timber industries. Heavener hosted the Burnett Lumber Company's sawmill from 1935 until it burned in 1981. In 1930 the U.S. Census reported a population of 2,269, which declined to 2,103 in 1950. In 1960 the Heavener Charcoal Company began operation, shipping charcoal from its kilns to a plant in Arkansas. In 1970, when Oklahoma officials dedicated the nearby Heavener Runestone State Park, the population was 2,566. In the late twentieth century poultry farming took precedence as an economic activity. Poultry farmers in the Heavener area raise millions of chickens each year. In 1986 OK Foods established a poultry hatchery at the town. In 1992 the company opened a processing plant and in 1995 a feed mill for the farmers who supply the plant with chickens. These enterprises provide employment for many local residents, as well as for a large number of Hispanics who have migrated to Heavener to work. In 2000 the number of inhabitants stood at 3,201, with 23.5 percent of them being Hispanic. The 2010 census recorded 3,414 residents, of whom 41.3 were of Hispanic ethnicity. Also discussed: Onlyinokshow, Travelok, Men’s Journal and Riversport OKC. Subscribe to the Only in OK Show. #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MadeinOklahoma #oklaproud #podcast #okherewego #traveloklahoma

I have a dirty story about a couple of chickens in a motel room... It's just two fowl to discuss Today we are discussing the Classen Inn in Oklahoma City, OK. Located in the heart of Oklahoma City, Classen Inn offers more than just an overnight stay, but a unique experience echoing the surrounding neighborhood's vibrant history. Built in 1963 and renovated in 2020, this quirky motor motel features nostalgic design that captures the building's original retro vibe. Walk in any direction outside of the hotel and you’re just a few minutes away from thriving art scenes, live music and a variety of culinary destinations. This building is a prime example of Googie architecture, with a shape inspired by the geometry and space-infused design of the early-to-mid 20th century. Choose from four colorful rooms with custom murals, premium linens, high-end finishes and contemporary comfort. Classen Inn also houses a vibrant snack bar and lounge. Whether it’s tasty snacks and treats or kitschy knick-knacks, The Superette has everything you never knew you needed. Stop in for a mid-day break or a late-night beer. In warmer months, be sure to enjoy Classen Inn's outdoor patio. Oklahoma City embodies the Modern Frontier and defines its own future. A young city steeped in Native American and Western culture, openness, and an enterprising nature, OKC embraces its roots and continues to pave the way as a center of innovation and entrepreneurship. Also discussed: Onlyinokshow, Travelok, Creek Bottom Burgers & BBQ, Howdy’s Travel Plaza and KFOR. Subscribe to the Only in OK Show. #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MadeinOklahoma #oklaproud #podcast #okherewego #traveloklahoma

No cheesy jokes, because it's gouda brie a good day. Today we are discussing the Amish Cheese House in Chouteau, OK. The Amish Cheese House in a 7,200-square-foot building houses a family-owned restaurant featuring delicious sandwiches made from freshly baked bread, tasty meats and dozens of cheeses from the local Amish community, as well as those in Ohio and Pennsylvania. Not sure what to have? No problem – take advantage of the free samples. But don’t leave without loading up on the other fine products, ranging from homemade noodles and fudge to cider and cheese balls. Better yet, take home a gift set for a friend or loved one. Chouteau is located in the old Cooweescoowee District of the Cherokee Nation in southern Mayes County. It has an altitude of 627 feet. Chouteau is a gateway to the eastern Oklahoma lake area, featuring Fort Gibson Lake, Upper and Lower Spavinaw Lakes, the Lake of the Cherokees (Grand Lake), and the Lake Hudson Recreational Area. State Highway 412 (Cherokee Turnpike) and U.S Highway 69 intersect just south of town. In 1871, when the Missouri, Kansas and Texas Railway built its line across Indian Territory, Chouteau became a terminus. Riley W. Lindsey, the first agent, was also the first settler. Chouteau grew into a thriving cattle town, and residents built a fence around its limits to keep the herds out of the streets. Gates were conveniently located, and parents escorted their children safely to and from downtown. Many of the early citizens lived in tents, and they too built fences to keep out cattle. The town had to be rebuilt after a fire in 1891, and in 1985 much of the business district was again destroyed by fire. Businesses moved to the east side of Highway 69. In 1880 Lindsey provided the land and financed Chouteau's first school, a subscription school, housed in a one-room building. In later years the school was razed, and a larger, two-story, wood-frame building was erected on the same site, sheltering another subscription school. Several denominations used these facilities for church services, and citizens used them for various town meetings. Today the Chouteau-Mazie School District comprises kindergarten through grade twelve and operates with a staff of fifty-eight teachers and administrators. The town's population has varied, ranging from 483 in 1900 and 541 in 1920 to a twentieth-century low of 400 in 1940. The number of inhabitants rebounded to 1,046 in 1970 and grew to 1,771 in 1990. By 2000 the town sheltered a population of 1,931, and the 2010 census reported 2,097 inhabitants. Chouteau has supported twelve churches of various denominations. The United Methodist is the oldest congregation, and the First Presbyterian the oldest church building, dedicated on July 10, 1898. The Farmers and Merchants Bank (NR 83002091) and the Territorial Commercial District of Chouteau, Main Street, (NR 83002093) are listed in the National Register of Historic Places. With the location of the Mid-American Industrial Area between Chouteau and Pryor, a Chouteau Hills housing addition has added approximately 170 new homes. Many residents prefer to live in the small community and to commute to work in the larger towns and cities. State Highway 412 and U.S. Highway 69 provide easy access for commuters. Also discussed: Onlyinokshow, Travelok, Oklahoma Historical Society, and FOX 25 News. Subscribe to the Only in OK Show. #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MadeinOklahoma #oklaproud #podcast #okherewego #traveloklahoma

Espresso may not solve all your problems But it’s worth a shot Today we are discussing the Manvel Avenue Coffee Co in Chandler, OK. Manvel Avenue Coffee Co operates out of a recently restored 1920s building in downtown Chandler. Stop by this local coffee shop for a taste of 1920s style mixed with modern-day amenities like fast Wi-Fi. Caffeinate with a handcrafted cappuccino, latte or tea, and supplement sweet sips with homebaked cinnamon rolls, muffins and scones. Alternating between house blends of coffee and locally roasted Topeca coffee beans, guests can enjoy fresh tastes and unique flavors. Come in on a special afternoon or evening, and enjoy live entertainment in between drinks. Chandler was settled by its own land run on September 28, 1891 and now sits at the midway point along Route 66 between Oklahoma City and Tulsa. Full of opportunities to better understand Oklahoma’s past, you can experience the Mother Road through the decades at the Chandler Route 66 Interpretative Center. Visitors can also learn about settler life at the Lincoln County Museum of Pioneer History and get a look at some of the bikes that used to travel on Route 66 dating back to 1908 at the nearby Seaba Station Motorcycle Museum. Experience the great outdoors at Bell Cow Lake & Equestrian Campground, a perfect place for camping and boating, or test your hiking, biking and horseback riding skills along the Bell Cow Lake Trail System. Spend some time on the rolling hills of the Chandler Municipal Golf Course or feel the nostalgia of a 1920s-style cinema experience at the H&S Theatre. With great local events each summer like the annual Chandler Ice Cream Festival and Stone River Music Festival, Chandler is a town along Route 66 you’ll want to visit again and again. Also discussed: Onlyinokshow, Travelok, Daily Oklahoman, and Dino Lalli. Subscribe to the Only in OK Show. #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MadeinOklahoma #oklaproud #podcast #okherewego #traveloklahoma

You know who has all the best stuff? Today we are discussing Dead People’s Stuff: Architectural Antiques and Design in Oklahoma City, OK. Stained glass windows and apothecary cabinets are just a few of the items you'll find at the quirky Oklahoma City antiques shop known as Architectural Antiques and Dead People's Stuff. Open six days a week, you're sure to find the perfect item from the smallest decorative doorknobs to the largest hanging light fixtures. Other items at Architectural Antique include desks, coat racks, pedestal sinks, wrought iron pieces, vintage photos and antique bottles. Have a fun day antiquing and see what you've been missing at Architectural Antiques and Dead People's Stuff. Oklahoma City embodies the Modern Frontier and defines its own future. A young city steeped in Native American and Western culture, openness, and an enterprising nature, OKC embraces its roots and continues to pave the way as a center of innovation and entrepreneurship. Also discussed: Onlyinokshow, Travelok and Netflix. Subscribe to the Only in OK Show. #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MadeinOklahoma #oklaproud #podcast #okherewego #traveloklahoma #shopping #OKC

If you have a full-house, you have to go all-in? Today we are discussing The All In Diner in Purcell, Oklahoma. Next time you find yourself in Purcell, make sure to stop by and enjoy a delicious bite to eat as well as a friendly conversation with anyone of the friendly restaurant regulars. Whether it is breakfast or lunch, All In Diner has a home style dish - or dessert - that is sure to put a smile on your face. Northeast. 103 W Washington St 73080. Purcell, OK 73080. Coined "The Heart of Oklahoma" and "The Quarter Horse Capital of the World", Purcell is a historical community infused with smokin' flavors, quirky entertainment, and old-country charm. This town has the Amtrak Heartland Flyer, routing from Fort Worth to Oklahoma City, stopping in Ardmore, Davis, Pauls Valley, Purcell, and Norman along the way. Also discussed: The Oklahoman, Onlyinokshow, Travelok and Gov. Stitt. Subscribe to the Only in OK Show. #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MadeinOklahoma #oklaproud #podcast #okherewego #traveloklahoma #Food #Purcell #chickasawcountry

Who's bringin' the sm'ores? Today we are discussing The Silo at Lake Tenkiller in Vian, Oklahoma. The Silo at Lake Tenkiller is within walking distance to the Tenkiller State Park Entrance & also within close distance of your favorites- Big Daddy's, Pine Cove Marina, Clearwater Cafe and across the dam from Soda Steve's, & Fin & Feather! The waterpark / pool is also located inside of Tenkiller State Park and we are just across the road from it all. Escape to beautiful Vian to experience the best that Lake Tenkiller has to offer. Known as Oklahoma’s “heaven in the hills,” Tenkiller State Park offers a wealth of outdoor recreation opportunities, with water sports, fishing, hiking and even scuba diving available. If camping is your style, Tenkiller State Park rents plenty of RV and tent campsites, along with cabins and cottages for more modern amenities. Vian is also home to the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, which hosts the largest concentration of snow geese in the state. Visitors will also find hiking trails, observation areas and a winding auto trail. If golf is your game, play a round at The Wolf at Tenkiller, an expertly maintained 18-hole golf course. Make your trip to Vian even more memorable with a luxurious cabin stay. Lodging from Carefree Tenkiller Cabins, Clear Water Rentals, Sundown Cabin Rentals and Country Comfort Cabin is available year-round with all the amenities of home in a gorgeous setting. Larger groups will enjoy the Dwight Mission Camp, a former 1820s Indian school that offers dorms, cabins, a dining hall, meeting space and plenty of recreational activities. Dining in Vian is a special treat, as well. Head to the Lake Tenkiller Dam, where you’ll find Big Daddy’s Restaurant, an enormous log cabin with indoor and outdoor dining spaces to best enjoy the exquisite barbecue, burgers and hand-breaded chicken fry. Another must-try Vian eatery, Pine Cove Marina & Clearwater Cafe, is available by land or water. Dock your boat and enjoy classic American favorites al fresco on a floating patio with colorful umbrellas by day and twinkling lights in the evening. Also discussed: KFOR, Onlyinokshow, Nic's Grill, Ardmore, Sulphur Springs & Guy Fieri. Subscribe to the Only in OK Show. https://onlyinokshow.com/ #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MadeinOklahoma #oklaproud #podcast #okherewego #traveloklahoma #Food #Tenkiller

New Year's resolution? Eat Good Food! Today we are discussing the Hen House in Okemah, Oklahoma. The Hen House Cafe is one of the most popular places in Okemah for homestyle comfort foods, Hen House Cafe specializes in delicious foods and friendly service. Local favorites include meatloaf and mashed potatoes, chicken and dumplings and chicken fried steak. Plan a trip to Okemah to discover the birthplace of legendary folk musician Woody Guthrie. Learn more about the man who sang "This Land is Your Land," and explore the city's Woody Guthrie statue and murals, the Okfuskee County Historical Society & Museum or Okemah Lake. Also discussed: Tulsa King, Onlyinokshow, Travel OK, and The Oklahoman. Subscribe to the Only in OK Show. #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MadeinOklahoma #oklaproud #podcast #okherewego #traveloklahoma #Food #Okemah #TulsaKing

Who's got time for a diet? Today we are discussing Eddie’s Bar and Grill in Edmond, Oklahoma. Eddie's is well known for its great service and friendly staff, that is always ready to help you. Prices here are reported to be attractive. This place is famous for its spectacular atmosphere. Visit Edmond for the unexpected experience. You'll find championship golf courses, indoor/outdoor food halls, downtown street festivals and local shopping galore. Cruise Route 66 to camp at Arcadia Lake, and tour historic sites. Also discussed: Fox23, Sheri's Diner, KFC & Muskogee. Subscribe to the Only in OK Show. #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MadeinOklahoma #oklaproud #podcast #okherewego #traveloklahoma #Food #Edmond

Are you up for Christmas on a zipline? Today we are discussing the PostOak Canopy Tour's Christmas in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Harness your fears with some holiday cheer and zip faster than Santa's eight reindeer at PostOak Canopy Tour's Christmas event that runs Dec. 1 - 23 and 26-28. A shuttle runs guests from the designated parking zone into the festive check-in area decorated with a myriad of Christmas lights, crackling fire pits, and holiday inflatables. Tulsa is a city on the Arkansas River. It’s known for its art deco architecture, mostly in the central Deco District. Landmarks like the Philcade and Philtower buildings reflect a 20th-century construction boom fueled by the prosperous local oil industry. Also discussed: Oklahoman, Onlyinokshow, Riversport OKC, Red Earth Art Center, North Pole Adventure, The One Enid, Turner Falls, Bricktown Ballpark, Fort Reno, Myriad Botanical Gardens, Factory Obscura, Oklahoma Shakespeare in the Park, & OKC Streetcar. News Story about Christmas activities from the Oklahoman. Subscribe to the Only in OK Show. #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MadeinOklahoma #oklaproud #podcast #okherewego #traveloklahoma #Adventure #Tulsa #December

Who doesn't love breakfast all day? Today we are discussing the Willow Inn Cafe in Enid, Oklahoma. Willow Inn Cafe is famous for their fried chicken, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, dessert, and coffee. Breakfast is also served all day. "Enid is a city pulsing with great expectations." Those words were penned by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and Enid native Marquis James in the early 1900s. Yet those century-old words ring truer today than ever before. Enid is home to the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center. Nearly half of Enid's restaurants are truly locally-owned and operated, creating a unique dining experience you won't find anywhere else. News Story about Canoo from the Tulsa World. Subscribe to the Only in OK Show.

Want to know one of the best kept Christmas secrets? Today we are discussing the Artesian Hotel Classic Christmas in Sulphur, Oklahoma. At the Artesian Hotel Classic Christmas, you can enjoy first-class Christmas cheer including activities and events such as cozy carriage rides, classic decorations, even special Santa and Mrs. Claus singalongs, and a horse-drawn carriage ride are the perfect way to soak in all the lights and holiday fun. The original Artesian Hotel was an oasis of luxury, tucked away near the restorative springs of Sulphur. Today, the reimagined and rebuilt Artesian Hotel, Casino and Spa took that original vision and grew it into southern Oklahoma's foremost destination for pampering, dining, gaming and indulgent relaxation. Sulphur is tucked in the rolling prairie of cross-timber country and is known as the gateway to the Chickasaw National Recreation Area. News story from KOCO. Subscribe to the Only in OK Show. #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MadeinOklahoma #oklaproud #podcast #okherewego #traveloklahoma #Christmas #Hotel #luxury #Sulphur #casino

Have you ever wanted a slide in your living room? Today we are discussing the Slideaway Hideaway Cabin in Broken Bow, Oklahoma. Slideaway Hideaway Cabin is one of the most luxurious cabins in the Broken Bow area. It is the perfect balance of intrigue and extravagance for our younger campers, young-at-heart campers, or literally anyone. Broken Bow, Oklahoma is in McCurtain County an is a nature lover’s dream. It is home to Beavers Bend State Park, Broken Bow Lake and The Forest Heritage Center, also know as the "wood art capital of Oklahoma." Subscribe to the Only in OK Show. https://www.okiedokeycabins.com/ https://cityofbrokenbow.com/ https://onlyinokshow.com/ #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MadeinOklahoma #oklaproud #podcast #okherewego #traveloklahoma #BrokenBow #Cabin #luxury #McCurtainCounty

You don't have to risk it for this bisquit, just walk up to the counter and order one. Today we are discussing the HunnyBunny Biscuit Co. in Oklahoma City and Edmond. HunnyBunny Biscuit Co. is always a solid weekend brunch option. Service and atmosphere are always on point. This spot is a great option for a solo breakfast up to a big group gathering. The lines can get long during peak service times, but usually things move quickly. Oklahoma City embodies the Modern Frontier and defines its own future. A young city steeped in Native American and Western culture, openness, and an enterprising nature, OKC embraces its roots and continues to pave the way as a center of innovation and entrepreneurship. Visit Edmond for the unexpected experience. You'll find championship golf courses, indoor/outdoor food halls, downtown street festivals and local shopping galore. Cruise Route 66 to camp at Arcadia Lake, and tour historic sites. Subscribe to the Only in OK Show. #travelok #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MadeinOklahoma #oklaproud #podcast #okherewego #traveloklahoma #OKC #Edmond #foodies #bisquit

What are you doing in November? The Month of November is full of family friendly fun in Oklahoma. If you want to find something new to do this month, check out the show. St. Elijah Mediterranean Food Festival - Soak in some history and culture while celebrating Mediterranean food with the congregation of St. Elijah Antioch Orthodox Christian Church at their annual food festival in Oklahoma City. Oklahoma City embodies the Modern Frontier and defines its own future. A young city steeped in Native American and Western culture, openness, and an enterprising nature, OKC embraces its roots and continues to pave the way as a center of innovation and entrepreneurship. Head to the Edmond Festival Market Place for an enriching cultural experience at the Edmond International Festival. Established in 1975 at the University of Central Oklahoma, this festival has grown over the years to its current venue in historic downtown Edmond. Visit Edmond for the unexpected experience. You'll find championship golf courses, indoor/outdoor food halls, downtown street festivals and local shopping galore. Cruise Route 66 to camp at Arcadia Lake, and tour historic sites. The Lyric Theatre presents A Christmas Carol: Join in this holiday season for the timeless tale and Charles Dickens' classic A Christmas Carol! This full length contemporary ballet production tells the story of Ebenezer Scrooge, his greed, "Bah…Humbug" attitude toward people, and his realization that giving is better than receiving. Founded in 1963, Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma is the state’s leading professional theatre company. Lyric produces classic and contemporary musicals and plays created by artists from Oklahoma and around the nation. Shows are presented at two Oklahoma City venues — the intimate, 281-seat Plaza Theatre and the grand, 2,477-seat Civic Center Music Hall. Lyric is a nonprofit member theatre of the National Alliance for Musical Theatre and Allied Arts. The Harn Homestead is an Oklahoma treasure that celebrates the territorial history of Oklahoma offering a "hands-on" and "minds-on" experience. Visitors share in the abundance of a territorial farm, the brilliance of a one-room school house, the grace of a Victorian home, and the waste-not want-not ethic of a territorial farm family. Retromania is a family-friendly event that everyone will enjoy, packed full of interesting treasures sought after by collectors of all ages. Tulsa is a city on the Arkansas River. It’s known for its art deco architecture, mostly in the central Deco District. Landmarks like the Philcade and Philtower buildings reflect a 20th-century construction boom fueled by the prosperous local oil industry. Downs Family Lights Christmas Display From Thanksgiving Night through the New Year, the Downs Family sets up a driveable holiday lights display, simulcasting on 99.9 FM with music. The nearly 300,000-bulb display offers free admission and accepts donations to benefit the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma. Norman is just 20 minutes from Oklahoma City's Will Rogers World Airport and a few miles south of the intersection of Interstates 35, 40 and 44. Norman Must-Dos include world-class museums, Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art andthe Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History along with the National Weather Center and the National Weather Museum. #travelok #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MadeinOklahoma #oklaproud #podcast #traveloklahoma #events #November #festival #fair #food #visitchoctawcountry #Theatre #OKC #Edmond #Nowata #harvest #ChristmasCarol #theatre #vintage #comicon #tulsa #christmaslights #norman

How can you tell if a monster likes you? He takes another bite. Today we are discussing the Haunted Constantine Theater in Pawhuska, Oklahoma. Constantine Theater in Pawhuska, Oklahoma is the second oldest performing arts center in Oklahoma. The Constantine Theater was built in 1914 and touted as the "Finest Opera House in the Southwest." Pawhuska, Oklahoma is a great mix of American Indian and western culture and is steeped in history. 86 of the 98 downtown buildings are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #PawhuskaOK #SmallTownFun #ghost #mysteriousOK

What’s big, scary, and has three wheels? A monster riding a tricycle. Today we are discussing the Halloween Festival at the Castle of Muskogee in Muskogee, OK. The Castle of Muskogee covers 36,000 square feet with an accompanying Renaissance Village. The owner built the entire attraction from a warehouse and a field into a 60-acre playground. The Castle has a dungeon, a torture chamber, and catacombs, while the Village has three pirate ships, a mermaid cove, a faery boardwalk, a jousting arena, a working clock tower, and an Italian piazza. Muskogee is a city on the Arkansas River and is home to the Five Civilized Tribes Museum, which traces local Native American history.

Where does a ghost love to go swimming? The Dead Sea Today we are discussing Fort Reno in El Reno, Oklahoma. The U.S. Government commissioned Fort Reno in 1874, the same year that George Custer's expedition confirmed reports of gold in the Black Hills, and used the fort as a military post until just after World War II. Fort Reno policed and enforced the government's aims for the surrounding area. The historic city of El Reno, Oklahoma lies at the crossroads of Route 66 and the Chisholm Trail, now known as U.S. Highway 81. It has plenty of Historic Landmarks and RT66 attractions and sights plus we hear you may find some famous onion burgers.

What happened to the cannibal who was late to dinner? They gave her the cold shoulder. Today we are discussing the Haunted Overholser Mansion and the OK Historical Society in Oklahoma City, OK. The Oklahoma Historical Society (OHS) is an agency of the government of Oklahoma dedicated to promotion and preservation of Oklahoma's history and its people by collecting, interpreting, and disseminating knowledge and artifacts of Oklahoma. The Overholser Mansion is located at 405 NW 15th Street, on the northwest corner of 15th and Hudson. The mansion is open Tuesday-Friday for guided tours only. On Saturdays, the home is open from 10am-3pm for drop-in tours. 10 a.m. 12 p.m. 2 p.m. Admission Rates: Adults $10.00 Seniors (55 and older) $7.00 Students/Children (6-18) $5.00 Oklahoma City embodies the Modern Frontier and defines its own future. A young city steeped in Native American and Western culture, openness, and an enterprising nature, OKC embraces its roots and continues to pave the way as a center of innovation and entrepreneurship.

On today's episode we discuss the haunted Stone Lion Inn in Guthrie, Oklahoma. Guthrie's historic Stone Lion Inn Bed and Breakfast is a stately 1907 Victorian mansion that has been restored to its grandeur and converted into a luxurious place to stay. Stone Lion Inn offers six guest rooms, each beautifully decorated in a different theme. Private baths are offered for each room, some featuring antique claw-footed bathtubs. Sitting rooms adjoin some of the rooms, allowing guests to relax and visit with each other as they would at home. Guests can also escape to a quiet library and find a good book. Enjoy a full gourmet breakfast in the dining room each morning. Guthrie started as Oklahoma's territorial capital, Guthrie's ongoing restoration efforts make the town's downtown area the largest Historic Preservation District in the nation.

Why do ghosts make good cheerleaders? Because they have a lot of spirit. Today we are discussing the Norman Ghost Walks in Norman, Oklahoma with Jeff Provine. During the Norman Ghost Walks, you can take a stroll down Main Street and hear the history and spooky tales from Norman history, including a Griffin Memorial Hospital. Norman is just 20 minutes from Oklahoma City's Will Rogers World Airport and a few miles south of the intersection of Interstates 35, 40 and 44. Norman Must-Dos include world-class museums, Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art andthe Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History along with the National Weather Center and the National Weather Museum.

What is a vampire's favorite dog? A bloodhound. Today we are discussing Nightfall Haunted Territory in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Nightfall Haunted Territory is back for year number 4! Go for a night of absolute terror at the brand new Lost Lakes trail! They will take you out of your comfort zone and take you through elements like no other haunt has done before! Oklahoma City embodies the Modern Frontier and defines its own future. A young city steeped in Native American and Western culture, openness, and an enterprising nature, OKC embraces its roots and continues to pave the way as a center of innovation and entrepreneurship.