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What are you doing in October? The Month of October is full of spooky festivals and fun in Oklahoma. If you want to find something new to do this month, check out the show. Lyric Theatre presents: "The Rocky Horror Show" - What better way to celebrate Halloween than at the Majestic Theatre with the cult classic, THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW.This rock concert-style show is a ridiculous tribute to the science fiction and horror B movies of the 30's through the 60's, and tells the story of the newly engaged Brad & Janet, who get caught in a storm and find themselves seeking shelter at the eerie mansion of mad scientist, Dr. Frank-N-Furter, where they meet a houseful of wild characters, including a rocking biker, a creepy butler, and a Frankenstein-style muscle man named Rocky. 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. Step into a horse-drawn wagon and travel back in time with Enid Cemetery Tombstone Tales. As you ride through the cemetery after dark, the wagon stops at certain tombstones, where costumed re-enactors portraying historic Enid figures step out of the shadows to tell their stories. Get into the spirit of Halloween and find out what secrets have been taken to the grave. "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. Haunt the River with Oklahoma River Cruises, Put a watery spell on your Halloween. Join Oklahoma River Cruises and let’s Haunt the River. Enjoy the decorated boat, haunted tunes, light snacks, and cash bar on board. This cruise boards at 7:45pm and departs at 8:00 pm tickets are $35 and must be purchased in advance. Must be 21 and over to attend. Cruise departs from the Exchange Landing located at 1503 Exchange Avenue. The annual Boo on Bell Fall Festival in Shawnee celebrates the autumn season with family-friendly activities galore. Dress up in your favorite costume and enjoy trick-or-treating on Bell Street among many other activities. Boo on Bell offers something for everyone in the family from ghost stories and games to a car show and carnival rides. Shawnee is located at the geographical center of Interstate 40, just 30 minutes east of OKC. A unique multicultural gem, in Shawnee the old-west rural and modern urban mingle happily. Home to four Native American tribes with a rich pre-statehood history, our city of just over 30,000 boasts of world-class museums, a bustling historic downtown district, recreational lakes, and more. Movie in the Park Series picks back up for the Fall! Be sure to bring your lawn chair or blanket for this FREE movie under the stars. There will be concession items available for purchase. Movies begin at dusk! Oklahoma City's largest Halloween party for adults 21+ is back and better than ever! Don't miss Haunt the Zoo: All Grown Up, presented by COOP ALE WORKS on Friday, October 28, from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.! For this year's theme, OKC Zoo will be transformed into a haunted summer camp full of thrills, chills and LOTS of treats #travelok #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MadeinOklahoma #oklaproud #podcast #okherewego #traveloklahoma #events #October #festival #fair #Shawnee #music #food #visitchoctawcountry #Theatre #enid #cemetery #OKC #scary #spooky #enid #boat #shawnee #movie #ardmore #zoo

Turn it up! Today we are discussing Fur Fest in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The Fur Fest is a locally-grown event curated for the Oklahoma music scene. It is located at The Fur Shop in downtown Tulsa, which has 3 stages prepared for use. The Fur Shop seeks to be a vessel through which Oklahoma musical artists can find exposure. The purpose of The Fur Fest is to bring a platform for Oklahoma artists and vendors to congregate and have fun in the Tulsan spirit. Attendees will learn more about local businesses and they will meet up-and-coming musical artists from our state. 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. 22 of the USA's most underrated destinations by Joe Yogerst at CNN 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. Subscribe to the Only in OK Show. #travelok #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MadeinOklahoma #oklaproud #podcast #okherewego #traveloklahoma #Tulsa #music #festival #okc

The 100 degree days are over for the year, who's ready for the outdoors? Today we are discussing the Cherokee Landing State Park in Park Hill, Oklahoma. On a peninsula in the Cookson Hills, just south of Tahlequah, Cherokee Landing State Park sits comfortably at the north end of Lake Tenkiller. While small, this gorgeous park’s unique peninsular location promises some of the best camping on the lake. Park Hill became the home for many of the Cherokee after coming from the East on the "Trail of Tears". In 1829 the Park Hill Mission was established. The Cherokee Female Seminary was built here in 1849. OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – A young Oklahoma City teenager has already found herself at the top of the ranks of the mixed martial arts and wrestling world. Get this, she is only 15 years old. Don’t let her age fool you because when it comes to stepping onto the mat or in the octagon, it’s all business. 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. Subscribe to the Only in OK Show . #travelok #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MadeinOklahoma #oklaproud #podcast #okherewego #traveloklahoma #parkhill #statepark #camping #fishing #mma #okc

Today we have a great interview with Evan Stern, the host of the Vanishing Postcards Podcast. Evan Stern is an Austinite living in New York and has a unique perspective on the history, music and more. His passion for history, travel and music are showcased in his show, Vanishing Postcards and his storytelling will rope you in as soon as you listen. Vanishing Postcards is a podcast that invites listeners to ride shotgun on a road trip exploring the traditions, hidden dives, and offbeat attractions that can be found by exiting the interstate. Few of these places and activities are listed in guidebooks, glossy magazines or travel brochures. #travelok #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MadeinOklahoma #oklaproud #podcast #okherewego #traveloklahoma #route66 #vanishingpostcards #music #roadtrip

What are you doing in September? We are discussing some of the fun events happening throughout Oklahoma during the month of September. If you want to find something new to do this month, check out the show. Rock the Route, Yukon's popular FREE concert event, returns September 1, 2022! Celebrate the Mother Road with great quality music, food trucks, and plenty of fun activities for all ages in downtown Yukon from 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm. Yukon known as the hometown of country superstar Garth Brooks, Yukon sprang into being in 1891 as a farming community. Visitors flock to Yukon to experience one of Oklahoma's largest ethnic festivals each year — the Oklahoma Czech Festival goes all-out with music, a parade, costumed dances, crafts and plenty of Czech delicacies. Make your way to the Pottawatomie County Free Fair in Shawnee for an array of activities perfect for children and the whole family. Come to this annual fair for arts and crafts, commercial vendor and educational booths, delicious fair food, midway games and evening carnival rides. Shawnee is located at the geographical center of Interstate 40, just 30 minutes east of OKC. A unique multicultural gem, in Shawnee the old-west rural and modern urban mingle happily. Home to four Native American tribes with a rich pre-statehood history, our city of just over 30,000 boasts of world-class museums, a bustling historic downtown district, recreational lakes, and more. Prepare for three days of Okie fun during PiG Fest at Rainbow Valley Ranch in Wellston this September. This multi-day festival will feature performances by prominent Oklahoma artists like singer-songwriter Samantha Crain, Turnpike Troubadour's own Kyle Nix, heavy metal band Locust Grove and rockers Rainbows Are Free. Wellston, Oklahoma, is a small town located just north of Route 66 in western Lincoln County. The town started in about 1880 when a man named Christian T. Wells established a trading post in the northern part of the Kickapoo Reservation. Several years later, Wells established a post office on September 19, 1884, and served as the first postmaster. ScotFest is Oklahoma's flagship celebration of Celtic history and heritage. Held in Broken Arrow's Chisholm Trail Park, this weekend-long festival has something for the entire family including food, crafts and excellent live music. Broken Arrow offers both small-town charm and big-city amenities. Some of Oklahoma's most scenic natural areas surround the community, making it a top spot for outdoor activities, while its cultural attractions draw people seeking arts and entertainment, especially in downtown's Rose District. The Standing Bear Powwow is hosted by the six north-central tribes of Oklahoma, the powwow features inter-tribal dancing, tiny tot contests, and the crowning of the Standing Bear Princess. There will also be a variety of arts and craft vendors, along with food vendors to satisfy your hunger during all of the festivities. Ponca City settlers claimed townsite certificates during the Cherokee Outlet Opening, and oil made it into the thriving cultural center it is today. Honor the brave women who settled Oklahoma at the Pioneer Woman Museum & Statue. Tour the Italian "Palace on the Prairie," the Marland Mansion & Estate, built by oil baron and Governor E.W. Marland. The Canadian River Wine Festival invites all ages out to Lexington for a fun day at the winery. All ages are invited to participate in the annual Grape Stomp Festival festivities. Lexington Oklahoma flourished between 1907 and 1911 and became the trade center of south Cleveland County. Especially, when in 1911, a new steel bridge was built across the river connecting Lexington and Purcell. In 1890, the population was recorded at 223 people. Now, over 2,200 people call Lexington, OK their home.

Some video from our recent stop at the Rush Springs Watermelon Festival. #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MadeinOklahoma #oklaproud #podcast #okherewego #traveloklahoma #rushsrpings #watermelon #festival #chickasawcountry

We ain't horsin' around! Today we are discussing the Mowdy Ranch in Coalgate, Oklahoma. Mowdy Ranch is Oklahoma's only Bureau of Land Management Public Off-Range Pasture for wild mustangs and one of only four such ranches in the United States. Located in the beautiful hills of southeastern Oklahoma, 10 miles northeast of Coalgate on Highway 31, this 4,000 acre ranch is home to nearly 400 wild horses or "mustangs." Originally known as Liddle and located in the Pushmataha District of the Choctaw Nation, Coalgate, the county seat of Coal County. The town began as a coal-mining camp in 1889 and at its height was shipping almost 30 carloads of coal per day. The town's name was changed from Liddle to Coalgate on January 23, 1890. A popular legend holds that the town was named after Colgate Hoyt, a MK&T director. Apparently, however, the name was taken from the steel gate or "coal gate" that separated the trains from the coal mines north of town. Street art in Oklahoma City is the best in nation, USA Today says. 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. Subscribe to the Only in OK Show. Check out our sponsor for this episode - TAILBOARD APPAREL #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MadeinOklahoma #oklaproud #podcast #okherewego #traveloklahoma #coalgate #mustangs #horses #streetart #okc

Who's ready to get FUNKY? Today we are discussing the Funky Monkey Inn in Afton, Oklahoma. The Funky Monkey Inn is located on Monkey Island, OK, right in the heart of Grand Lake. Relax and unwind in one of our six unique and extraordinary movie themed rooms. The Shangri-La Golf Course, Marina, and multiple restaurants and entertainment are right down the street. You won't find a vacation rental like this one! Founded in 1886, Afton, Oklahoma is a small town boasting several examples of classic Route 66 roadside architecture, water recreation and more. Take a trek on one of two stretches of the nine-foot-wide original Route 66 known as the Ribbon Road, or sample Scuppernog Jelly and blackstrap molasses at Miller Pecan Company. The Best Film Schools in the U.S. and Canada 2022 - MOVIE Maker News.com Oklahoma City Community College - OCCC is a public community college in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The college was founded in 1972 as South Oklahoma City Junior College. Current enrollment of 18,549 students and is the second largest community college and the fifth largest public higher education institution in Oklahoma. A large percentage of OCCC students join or rejoin the local workforce each year. 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. Subscribe to the Only in OK Show. Check out our sponsor for this episode - TAILBOARD APPAREL #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MadeinOklahoma #oklaproud #podcast #okherewego #traveloklahoma #afton #monkeyisland #bandb #filmschool #okc

What are you doing in August? We are discussing some of the fun events happening throughout Oklahoma during the month of August. If you want to find something new to do this month, check out the show. DOCOKC is hosting it's first non-fiction festival in Oklahoma City. DocOKC offers multiple awards categories, and is a designed to bring powerful documentaries from all over the world to an audience that loves real stories. 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. Established in 1915, the Mountain View Free Fair is an annual community fair and one of the oldest community fairs in the state. Highlights at the annual event will include carnival rides, live entertainment, games, arts and crafts, exhibits and hometown food stands. The Town of Mountain View was born as a "tent city" in Washita County, and grew up as a permanent community in Kiowa County. In 1897, the railroad built a roundhouse here so the trains could turn around to return to Chickasha. Standing on that site in 1898, railroad officials suggested the name "Mountain View". Oklahoma City's Horror Con is a Horror themed, family-friendly event! The show consists of celebrity guests, the BEST vendors in the region, cosplay, Q&A's panels, cosplay contests, Scaryokie, and many more spooky events. Witness seasoned craftsmen transform wood, ceramics and other materials into works of art at the annual Woodcarving & Folk Arts Festival in Broken Arrow. For over 30 years, this event has celebrated the art of folk crafts and traditional carving practices, featuring woodcarvers, woodturners, woodworkers, wood burners, scroll sawyers and more. Broken Arrow is full of hometown charm and suburban amenities. Visitors enjoy challenging golf courses and pampering day spas as well as unique shopping, interesting attractions and family-friendly festivals and events. The Bristow Western Heritage Days Festival features a huge parade, a variety of vendors, live music, activities, contests and more. Join in for shopping, food and fun. Bristow is a city in Creek County located in Oklahoma's Green Country. Bristow began in 1898, when the St. Louis–San Francisco Railway built a track between Sapulpa and Oklahoma City. The town was named for US Senator, Joseph L. Bristow and is now located on historic Route 66. Savor four days of hilarity when the Blue Whale Comedy Festival takes over the Tulsa Arts District. Held at several different venues, this district-wide festival brings together some of the sharpest minds from all spectrums of underground comedy, including stand-up, improv, film, podcasting and music. 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. #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MadeinOklahoma #oklaproud #podcast #okherewego #traveloklahoma #events #August #festival #movies #documentaty #okc #Convention #art #heritage #parade #concert #music #food #chickasawcountry #visitchoctawcountry #comedy

Serving hundreds of shoppers each week, the Lawton Farmers Market is a year-round market housed in our brand-new facility located at 77 SW 4th Street, in the heart of the historic Ware district in downtown Lawton, Oklahoma. Our mission is to support our southwest Oklahoma farmers by connecting consumers directly to local food producers, strengthening community bonds by bringing friends, neighbors, and visitors together to create a sense of community and social gathering, and educating the general public on the benefits of eating locally produced food. We act as a gathering place, as well as a resource, for learning about food, agriculture, and nutrition. Lawton, OK is a city that features exciting events, amazing cultural attractions, as well as business opportunities. Arguably one of the most diverse cities in the United States, Lawton is also known for the hospitality of its community.

Is watermelon a fruit or a vegetable? Today we are discussing the Watermelon Festival in Rush Springs, Oklahoma with Miss Taylor Abbott, the 2022 Watermelon Queen and Mary Hill the chairman of the festival. The Rush Springs Watermelon Festival is an annual event celebrating the rush of local seasonal watermelons with watermelon-themed activities, carnival rides and family friendly entertainment. The Rush Springs Watermelon Festival has been an annual event since 1948, and has grown to over 20,000 festival-goers each year! The event will feature a seed-spitting contest, an arts and craft fair featuring over 100 vendors, carnival rides, live entertainment, stage shows, on-site food vendors and a classic automotive show. Rush Springs, OK Rush Springs has a tight knit and welcoming community. The town is best known for their Watermelon Festival and considers itself the Watermelon Capital of the World. During the Great Depression, a Civilian Conservation Corps project was initiated on the east side of Rush Springs to provide employment and improve the region. Young men were paid to construct terraces and ponds and to restore vegetation by replanting trees. The Rush Springs Lions Club was chartered on July 12, 1932. The Rush Springs Lions Club is a charter chapter of Lions International, the largest service club organization in the world. The Tulsa Zoo is 85 acres and is located in Mohawk Park. The zoo houses a wealth of wildlife animals including African Lions, penguins, alligators, flamingos, elephants, monkies, bobcats, and much more. Exhibits include the conservation center, Life in the Cold, Life in the Desert, Life in the Forest, Life in the Water, and The Lost Kingdom - to name a few. Tulsa boasts an impressive amount of art deco architecture that goes toe to toe with the largest cities, a half billion-dollar park ranked best in the U.S. that beckons to be explored by all, a rich history of music that inspired a genre named after the city and so much more. Subscribe to the Only in OK Show. Check out our sponsor for this episode - TAILBOARD APPAREL

Are you the world's best shopper? Today we are discussing the The World's Largest Garage Sale in Duncan, Oklahoma. Join in on the annual World’s Largest Garage Sales held city wide. The Duncan Banner and the Chisholm Trail Shopper will have a Garage Sale inserts for residential garage sales and many of Duncan’s retail stores will have sidewalk sales as well as great deals inside. Located in Southwest Oklahoma, Duncan has been a crossroad for cowboys to railroads to oil men. Today Duncan is a thriving community providing history, culture, arts and much more to both residents and visitors alike. The spirit that turned cowboys into legends, cattlemen into men of fortune, and oilmen into giants lives on in Duncan. From the stories of the Chisholm Trail to the new Crapemyrtle Trail, the museums, antique stores, and special retreats which share Duncan’s rich and colorful western heritage is an experience to remember. Year round events, recreational facilities, and outdoor activities renew visitors with the spirit of adventure from the old west. From the Washita Valley Community News, Chickasha downtown park phase one groundbreaking has begun. The Gateway to Southwest Oklahoma, Chickasha is home to nearly 17,000 people. The city is only 30 minutes south of the Oklahoma City metro area, easily accessible by U.S. Highways 81 or 62, or on four-lane Interstate 44. Visitors are drawn to the city for the Festival of Light, Arts Festival, sporting events and other entertainment opportunities. Subscribe to the Only in OK Show. Check out our sponsor for this episode - TAILBOARD APPAREL #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MadeinOklahoma #oklaproud #podcast #okherewego #traveloklahoma #duncan #garagesale #parks #Festivaloflights #duncan #chickasha

What are you doing in July? We are discussing some of the fun events happening throughout Oklahoma during the month of July. If you want to find something new to do this month, check out the show. Cajun Festival is a celebration of Cajun food, music and arts/crafts which takes place around July 4 each year at the Grove Civic Center in Grove, Okla, sponsored by Jana Jae’s Grand Lake Festivals. Grove is more than just a great place to visit; it is a caring community that offers its residents an unparalleled lifestyle. Residents and visitors alike enjoy fabulous fishing and water sports on one of the largest lakes in the country. The views are spectacular - especially our colorful sunsets - and our golf is top notch. The McLoud Blackberry Festival which began in the 1940s, is one of the oldest continual festivals in the state of Oklahoma. Originally a celebration of the local cash farm crop, blackberries, the festival combined with an annual town picnic to form a larger event. McLoud is a town in northwestern Pottawatomie County, Oklahoma, United States, and is part of the Oklahoma City Consolidated Metropolitan Area. The population was 4,044 at the 2010 census, a 14.0 percent increase from the figure of 3,548 in 2000. The town was founded in 1895 and named for John W. McLoud, attorney for the Choctaw, Oklahoma and Gulf Railroad. Okie Hillbilly Handfishin' Tournament featuring a full day of events and activities for all ages. Enjoy food trucks, local vendors, games and live entertainment throughout the day, and stick around for the main event when teams compete to take home top prizes in the noodling tournament. Shaped by over 100 years of people, natural resources, and an abundant demand for opportunity. This is our story. Original Oil Fame. In the Boom Days of Oklahoma, the City of Nowata would become known worldwide for having the world's shallowest oil deposits. This reputation would start a wild race to pump the formations throughout the community. AquaPalooza Grand Lake 2022, Grand Lake's largest on-the-water concert and raft up is set for Saturday, July 16, 2022. More Information June 24 Grand Meridian RV Resort's 5th Annual Grand Jam Music Fest September 2 Labor Day Weekend Afton Founded in 1886, Afton, Oklahoma is a small town boasting several examples of classic Route 66 roadside architecture, water recreation and more. Take a trek on one of two stretches of the nine-foot-wide original Route 66 known as the Ribbon Road, or sample Scuppernog Jelly and blackstrap molasses at Miler Pecan Company. 72nd annual Indian Hills Powwow Relax and reach a sense of inner peace at the Big Om Yoga Retreat. During this calming yoga retreat held at Quartz Mountain State Park & Lodge in Lone Wolf, immerse yourself in nature and disconnect from your normal routine. Book a stay at the lodge or camp with other retreat goers and bond over a fun weekend of yoga, workshops and hangouts ... Lone Wolf is a town in Kiowa County, Oklahoma, United States. The population was 438 at the 2010 census, a decline of 12.4 percent from 500 in 2000. The town was named for Chief Lone Wolf, a warrior chief of the Kiowa who fought to preserve his people's autonomy and way of life. #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MadeinOklahoma #oklaproud #podcast #okherewego #traveloklahoma #events #June #festival #concert #music #food #chickasawcountry #visitchoctawcountry #noodling

Pops is an iconic destination and must-see landmark on Route 66 in Arcadia. It is home to a 66-foot soda pop bottle and hundreds of soda flavors in every color and flavor from all over the world.

Are you ready for the rapids? Today we are discussing the Blue River in Tishamingo, Oklahoma. Beginning near Connerville in Johnston County, the Blue River flows southeast to the Red River. This spring-fed river has a designated trout area in the Blue River Public Fishing and Hunting Area. Other fishing opportunities exist for black bass, crappie, as well as channel and blue catfish. Camping facilities are available only at the Blue River Campground. Float trip opportunities by kayak are available on this Class II-III river, offering several falls and ledges, dependent on seasonal waterfall. No commercial outfitters along the river are allowed and public access points are limited. Supplies and information can be found at Scotty's Blue River One Stop, located at the entrance to the public hunting and fishing area. A Blue River Conservation Passport is required of all persons who enter or use the Blue River area, unless exempt. Check with the Oklahoma Wildlife Department for availability and criteria. Tishomingo, Oklahoma is the Chickasaw Nation's historic capital and heart of Blue River. Explore the Chickasaw influence by visiting the Chickasaw Council House Museum and the Chickasaw National Capitol Building. Visitors can also enjoy the beautiful Blue River, a trout-fishing destination and home to the Tishomingo National Wildlife Refuge. Guests can sleep in comfort with a stay at Cedar & Stone Bed and Breakfast and explore plenty of antiques at Junk Stars during their trip. Come time to eat, pay Nacho Mama's Casa a visit, or dive into delicious entrees before catching live entertainment at Blake Shelton's Ole Red Tishomingo. Scotty's Blue River One Stop at the entrance to the the Blue River Public Fishing and Hunting Area carries fishing gear, convenience items, serve breakfast and lunch. They also have full RV hookups. KFOR-TV is a television station in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States, affiliated with NBC. It is owned by Nexstar Media Group alongside independent station KAUT-TV. Both stations share studios in Oklahoma City's McCourry Heights section, where KFOR-TV's transmitter is also located. kfor.com News Story The Common Room is a veteran owned & founded lounge located inside the Chickasha Inn. Wanderers and adventurers should stop in to share a drink and a laugh. Subscribe to the Only in OK Show. Check out our sponsor for this episode - TAILBOARD APPAREL #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MadeinOklahoma #oklaproud #podcast #okherewego #traveloklahoma #hiking #camping #water #tourism #fishing #kayak #river #spiderman #devon #tishamingo

Do you camp like a pro? Today we are discussing Lake Wister State Park in Wister, Oklahoma. 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 Leflore County and in the northern portion of the Ouachita National Forest near Lake Wister, US Highways 271 and 270 pass through the town. McAlester is located 55 miles almost due west, and the Oklahoma-Arkansas border lies 20 miles east of Wister. Wister has a population of around 1,100 people within city limits. News story from KFOR - KFOR-TV is a television station in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States, affiliated with NBC. It is owned by Nexstar Media Group alongside independent station KAUT-TV. Both stations share studios in Oklahoma City's McCourry Heights section, where KFOR-TV's transmitter is also located. Burgerland in Davis is more than a simple burger joint. Open early, Burgerland offers a full breakfast menu including biscuits, grits, pancakes, custom omelettes and hash browns. As you would expect from the name, Burgerland has six different types of burgers, but they also have an extensive menu featuring hotdogs, burritos, pork chops, chicken fried steak, catfish, shrimp and even liver and onions. Just like the diversity of their menu, Burgerland offers more than fries to complete your basket. Round out your meal with onion rings, sweet potato fries, stuffed baked potato, seasoned curly fries, fried okra or squash and of course, tater tots. DiCintio's Pizza Cucina serves up authentic, New York-style pizza from its oven in Marlow. With a New York City transplant at the helm, patrons can count on DiCintio's to create tasty, thin crust pizza packed with fresh toppings. Subscribe to the Only in OK Show. Check out our sponsor for this episode - TAILBOARD APPAREL #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MadeinOklahoma #oklaproud #podcast #okherewego #traveloklahoma #hiking #camping #water #tourism #cabins #wister #stateparks

Greek House in Norman, Oklahoma has been a popular lunch and dinner spot for over 25 years. Renowned for serving delicious, authentic gyros, you are sure to leave this restaurant satisfied. Try a flavorful gyro with meat, lettuce and onions piled high on pita bread, or opt for a gyro plate filled with meat, Greek salad, fries and pita bread. A child's plate is also available. Make sure to try the tasty tzatziki sauce that's served on the side to complete your Greek House dining experience.

Hank's Hamburgers has been a Tulsa Oklahoma landmark since 1949. Hank's serves old-fashioned hamburgers with onions grilled directly into the meat. These delectable burgers are sprinkled with special seasonings that make the burgers melt in your mouth. Visit Tulsa - Oklahoma Tourism

What are you doing in June? We are discussing some of the fun events happening throughout Oklahoma during the month of June. If you want to find something new to do this month, check out the show. The route to World Breaking ClassiC (WBC) glory returns to the United States with the World Breaking Classic USA open Qualifier 2022, where some of the world's best Bboys and BGirls will compete for two automatic berths to the WBC World Final 2022. Which 2vs2 duo will win $4,000 and a two-night stay in Eindhoven, Netherlands. Tulsa Regional Tourism is northeast Oklahoma’s premier accredited destination marketing organization. Housed at the Tulsa Regional Chamber, it includes Visit Tulsa (leisure travel), the Tulsa Convention and Visitors Bureau (hobby and professional events); the Tulsa Sports Commission (pro and amateur sports events) and the Tulsa Office of Film, Music, Arts and Culture (accredited film commission and support for Tulsa’s creative industries). Located in the Arena District in downtown Tulsa, Cox Business Convention Center is a modern and award-winning venue providing over 275,000 SF of flexible event space, including Oklahoma's largest banquet space. Tulsa VegFest is a family friendly, free-to-the-public annual event providing resources and information in a festival atmosphere. This event features a plant-based food court, special presenters, vendors and exhibitors and new in 2022 is a demo stage! Tulsa VegFest could be considered the largest gathering of 100% plant-based food in Oklahoma. 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. Guthrie Green opened in September 2012. Located in the heart of the Tulsa’s Arts District in Tulsa, OK, this industrial square block was transformed from an old freight yard to an inviting green space. Guthrie Green is a community town square to celebrate the performing arts. It is a source of health and wellness, ecological awareness, and joyous appreciation of the arts. What About Bob Chuckwagon Races offers four days of exciting events like none other in Oklahoma. Held in Wilburton, the event features a concert and barrel racing on Thursday night, live music and pasture team roping on Friday, followed by chuckwagon races on both Saturday and Sunday. Wilburton is a small town with a lot to offer. Tucked into the scenic San Bois Mountains of southeast Oklahoma, Wilburton is the home of Robbers Cave State Park, where thousands of visitors flock each year for camping, hiking, spelunking, boating, fishing, ATV riding, canoeing and horseback riding at the Robbers Cave Stables. Rooster Days Festival in Broken Arrow, one of the oldest continually running festivals in Oklahoma, for a large carnival, a parade, live entertainment and more. Broken Arrow offers both small-town charm and big-city amenities. Some of Oklahoma's most scenic natural areas surround the community, making it a top spot for outdoor activities, while its cultural attractions draw people seeking arts and entertainment, especially in downtown's Rose District. The Okie Noodling Tournament and Festival is the event created for the documentary Okie Noodling (2001) that started it all. This is a once-a-year chance for noodlers and handfishing enthusiasts to compete and meet-up in Pauls Valley, Oklahoma for the world's largest noodling contest. Pauls Valley is a hidden gem in south-central Oklahoma. It is known for it's thriving arts community, offering an array of museums and art galleries to visit right in the heart of the historic downtown area. One of the most notable museums in town is the Toy and Action Figure Museum, featuring an impressive collection of novelties that attract visitors from all over the world. SoonerCon is a fan-run multi-genre convention held annually in Central Oklahoma, founded in Oklahoma City proper before calling Midwest City home from 2013 until 2018 and then Norman, 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 #okherewego #traveloklahoma #events #June #festival #concert #music #Tulsa #food #chuckwagon #chickasawcountry #breakdance #vegan #vegfest #coxcenter #guthriegreen #wilburton #visitchoctawcountry #BrokenArrow #noodling #paulsvalley #soonercon #norman

If you are driving down Route 66 near Tulsa and see a 21-foot tall space cowboy, you are not hallucinating. The giant cowboy welcomes visitors to Buck Atom’s Cosmic Curios. The giant statue was constructed by Mark Cline, while the rocket was crafted by local artist, Chris Wollard. It adds to the legacy of muffler men that dot the Route 66 landscape. Located in a former site of a 1950s PEMCO gas station, Buck Atom’s Cosmic Curios on 66 welcomes visitors from all over to celebrate the magic of the Mother Road with apparel, toys, souvenirs, home accessories, art, jewelry and more. Browse one-of-a-kind Oklahoma gifts showcasing Route 66, Bigfoot, Tulsa, Will Rogers, the Blue Whale and the Golden Driller at this gem of a store in Tulsa’s Meadow Gold District. Come hungry and eat at Tulsa Brisket Co food truck parked on Buck’s lot, which is typically open Wednesday through Saturday starting at 11am until sold out. Make your trip to Buck Atom’s Cosmic Curios on 66 even better with an overnight stay at Buck's Cosmic Crash Pad, an AirBnB behind the shop.

Wanna get away from it all without going far? Today we are discussing Lendonwood Gardens in Grove, Oklahoma. Lendonwood Gardens is an eight-acre botanical garden near Grand Lake in northeastern Oklahoma. Shady pathways meander through more than 1,200 different types of plants, including an amazing collection of rhododendrons, many varieties of daylilies, and several varieties of dogwoods. Grove is s a caring community that offers its residents an unparalleled lifestyle. Residents and visitors alike enjoy fabulous fishing and water sports on one of the largest lakes in the country. The views are spectacular - especially the colorful sunsets. The ninth annual Dodgebrawl Tournament presented by Paul Logistics will be held on Saturday, July 30, 2022 at the BOK center in Tulsa, Oklahoma. This one-day six vs. six dodgeball tournament sets teams to compete for the charity of their choice with each winning team’s selected charity receiving a financial donation on behalf of the tournament. The BOK Center, or Bank of Oklahoma Center, is a 19,199-seat multi-purpose arena and a primary indoor sports and event venue in Tulsa. Tulsa, Oklahoma 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. Paw Paw's Chickasha is an Old Fashioned Burger Joint, specializing in old fashioned onion burgers. Subscribe to the Only in OK Show. Check out our sponsor for this episode - TAILBOARD APPAREL #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MadeinOklahoma #oklaproud #podcast #okherewego #traveloklahoma #garden #otanical #Tulsa #tourism #events #grove #dodgeball #sports #greencountry #onionburger

Are you feelin' peachy? Today we are discussing the Porter Peach Festival in Porter, Oklahoma. The Porter Peach Festival celebrates the area crop of peaches with a myriad of activities and events perfect for a summer day with the family. Pick peaches at nearby orchards, then head to Porter's downtown Main Street for arts and crafts, games, live music and a wide variety of fair food. This old-fashioned festival also includes carnival rides, a Peach Pageant and much more. Clarksville, a settlement four miles south of present day Porter was the birthplace of Pleasant Porter, who later became chief of the Creek Nation. Incorporated in 1905, the town's name honored Pleasant Porter. By 1907 statehood, there were three banks, two cotton gins and a thriving community with a school and churches. News story from KFOR - Google to invest over $75 million in Oklahoma in 2022 - by: Hicham Raache. KFOR-TV (channel 4) is a television station in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States, affiliated with NBC.It is owned by Nexstar Media Group. Pryor Nestled in the heart of Green Country, Pryor is the site of the highly popular summer Rocklahoma festival. Located just 10 minutes from Lake Hudson, fish at one of the top three bass fishing lakes in Oklahoma. Subscribe to the Only in OK Show. Check out our sponsor for this episode - TAILBOARD APPAREL https://www.porterpeachfestivals.com/ https://townofporterok.com/ https://kfor.com/news/local/google-to-invest-over-75-million-in-oklahoma-in-2022/ https://kfor.com/ https://www.pryorchamber.com/ #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MadeinOklahoma #oklaproud #podcast #okherewego #traveloklahoma #peaches #festivals #porter #tourism #events #Pryor #Google #KFOR #greencountry

Are you seeing double? Today we are discussing the Admiral Twin Drive-in in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The Admiral Twin Drive-In is a historic movie theater located just off of Route 66 in Tulsa, OK. They've been showing movies since 1951 and have been the host to many local events. Tulsa, Oklahoma 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. News story from Stryker at the Buzz 106.3 - Oklahoma Storm Last Night Had The Weirdest Thing I Have Ever Seen! Subscribe to the Only in OK Show. Check out our sponsor for this episode - TAILBOARD APPAREL #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MadeinOklahoma #oklaproud #podcast #okherewego #traveloklahoma #drive-in #route66 #Tulsa #tourism #events #Movies #lightningtoilet #buzz1063 #greencountry

If you listen hard enough you can hear our muscle shirts. Today we are discussing the Muscle Car Ranch in Chickasha, Oklahoma. Set on a 100-year-old dairy farm, the first 30 acres of Muscle Car Ranch in Chickasha feature a neon and porcelain sign museum. Other attractions include open air displays of rare muscle cars and bikes, automotive folk art and oil and gas memorabilia. Guided tours are available by request. Chickasha is the perfect place. Located less than 40 minutes from Oklahoma City and Norman, this beautiful historic town offers an exclusive array of unique attractions, shopping and dining experiences. The locals of Chickasha take great pride in preserving their heritage and enriching the community through art and events highlighting the unique town. OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – An Oklahoma state agency says it is canceling a multi-million dollar contract with a local restaurant following “suspected fraudulent activity.” Subscribe to the Only in OK Show. Check out our sponsor for this episode - TAILBOARD APPAREL #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MadeinOklahoma #oklaproud #podcast #okherewego #traveloklahoma #classiccars #fishing #camping #tourism #events #chickasha #swadleys #foggybottom #kfor

We had a blast at the Festival of the Arts. Thanks to Arts Council Oklahoma City, Bicentennial Park and Visit OKC.