Category Archives: Out & About

Brian Kilmeade speaks in Tulsa

By David Arnett

TripoliPiratesToday bestselling author Brian Kilmeade of the Fox News Channel will speak and sign copies of his new book THOMAS JEFFERSON AND THE TRIPOLI PIRATES: The Forgotten War That Changed American History at Barnes & Noble.

In the vein of his acclaimed bestseller George Washington’s Secret Six, THOMAS JEFFERSON AND THE TRIPOLI PIRATES tells the story of the American President who refused to “pay for peace” and the tiny flotilla he tasked with establishing America’s sovereignty on the high seas—which would go on to inspire the creation of the future U.S. Marine Corps.

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Justin Bieber world tour headed to BOK Center

By Staff Report

Justin Bieber

Justin Bieber

With back-to-back worldwide smash hit singles and anticipation for his new studio album PURPOSE this Friday hitting an all-time high, global superstar Justin Bieber has announced his 50+ city PURPOSE WORLD TOUR beginning March 9, 2016 in Seattle, WA. Bieber will make a stop in Tulsa at BOK Center on Thursday, April 7, 2016.

The 58-date tour, promoted by AEG Live, will travel through arenas across North America; fans will be able to see Bieber’s dynamic live show in U.S. cities such as Denver, Las Vegas, Dallas, Atlanta, Minneapolis, Chicago, Boston and Miami as well as all throughout Eastern and Western Canada. Bieber will play two-night runs at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center, Los Angeles’ STAPLES Center, Chicago’s Allstate Arena and Toronto’s Air Canada Centre. The tour will conclude on July 18, 2016 at New York City’s famed Madison Square Garden.

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Seasonal trout fisheries open Saturday

By OK Dept. of Wildlife

Harry Fasching of Edmond holds a stringer of rainbow trout he caught at Perry CCC Lake during the 2014-15 season. Trout stocking season will begin Nov. 1 at most designated trout areas statewide. (Don P. Brown/ODWC)

Harry Fasching of Edmond holds a stringer of rainbow trout he caught at Perry CCC Lake during the 2014-15 season. Trout stocking season will begin Nov. 1 at most designated trout areas statewide. (Don P. Brown/ODWC)

The arrival of cooler weather might prompt many fishermen to store away their rods and reels until next spring. But don’t be so quick — plenty of exciting angling can be found throughout the winter months in Oklahoma’s designated trout fishing areas.

The Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation operates two year-round trout fisheries in the Lower Mountain Fork River below Broken Bow dam and in the Lower Illinois River below Tenkiller Ferry Dam. Trout are normally stocked in those areas every week or two. However, stocking in the Lower Illinois River has been temporarily suspended due to high water temperatures. Stocking will resume when water quality returns to a level suitable for sustaining a healthy trout population.

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Treats and bubbles for HallowMarine

By Staff Report

OkAquariumHollowMarineThis year, for only five nights, the Oklahoma Aquarium opens its doors to trick-or-treaters of all ages to enjoy a safe, fun and just a little spooky Halloween event! HallowMarine 2015 runs from October 27-31, 6:30 to 9:00 each night and features all indoor trick-or-treating, giant pirate-themed inflatables, carnival games, mermaid and pirate divers, a costume photo contest and a toddler-friendly Pee-Wee Pirate Zone.

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Tulsa State Fair breaks records

By Staff Report

The 112 year old Tulsa State Fair represents heritage, family, values and quality entertainment in Oklahoma.

The 112 year old Tulsa State Fair represents heritage, family, values and quality entertainment in Oklahoma.

The 2015 Tulsa State Fair ran from Thursday, October 1 thru Sunday, October 11. This year, a combination of unbeatable weather and enthusiastic fair guests, resulted in an estimated attendance of 1.2 million.

“Throughout the year, our team plans, builds and prepares for Tulsa’s largest family event. There is a lot of pressure that goes into executing an event of its size,” stated Mark Andrus, President/CEO. “With over 800 scheduled events taking place during an eleven day span, every detail is discussed and considered with the best interest of our community in mind. I have been a part of over 30 Tulsa State Fairs and this year was the best, so far.”

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