Oklahoma may be one of the younger states, but she is not without her own interesting history. From the Great Blue Whale in Catoosa to the Worlds Highest Hill, Oklahoma is a land as diverse and interesting as that of any state. Explore some of the strange laws of Oklahoma, and learn how some towns […]
Prehistoric Oklahoma: The Tale of An Discovery In Burnham, Oklahoma
Clovis and Pre-Clovis sites have been found all across the United States. One such site, discovered in Burnham, Oklahoma, provides many clues that help scientists learn more about how these ancient Clovis peoples lived, and how their migrations across the US and into Oklahoma affected later generations. Through careful study, scientists now understand more fully […]
Visiting the Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History
The building trembled as the massive Pentaceratops shook its bony head, nearly knocking the three-thousand-year-old chalice to the floor. Across the hall, deer scurried back into the woods as a great multitude of birds took flight. A youthful-looking woman of the pre-Clovis culture was thrown to the floor; her face wore the masked image of […]
The Great Cattle Drives: Frontier life in Oklahoma 1866-1889
The terrain was treacherous, the heat unbearable, and the pay was paltry. Still, through the wild frontier of Indian Territory, these spirited cowboys braved disaster and desolation in search of the American dream. Many of these cowboys were born from one of the worst wars this country has ever fought. The Civil War had left […]
Peter Conser: Tragedy and Triumph — A Tale of the Indian Territories
Indian Territories In the years following the terrible “Trail of Tears,” and before Oklahoma gained statehood, the Indian Territories remained wild and rugged. In southeastern Oklahoma, in what was once the Choctaw Nation, there lived a man who would come to define what it meant to be victorious over an unforgiving frontier. Early Life of […]
How Can I Create a Successful Resume: Tips You Should Know
With todays unemployment numbers skyrocketing and thousands clinging desperately to the idea that they will soon have a job, it is imperative that job seekers make best use of all the tools they have in their arsenal. Start to finish, the process of getting a job is both tiresome and frustrating. Months go by without […]
Scouting History in Oklahoma: A Brief History of the Boy Scouts in Oklahoma
The Birth of the Boy Scouts: An Oklahoman Odyssey Boy scout. That phrase automatically conjures up images of khaki and tan uniforms, of courageous young men, and of humble and loyal traditions. Like our forefathers before us, these young men seek to explore the world through high adventure and constant learning. They yearn for knowledge, […]
Pioneer Life: Sod Homes on the Prairies
Oklahoma Settlement Begins Overburdened wagon trains lined the border between Kansas and Indian Territory on a warm spring day in April 1889. Excitement coursed through the crowd as they waited in eager anticipation. They had come in droves from all walks of life; there were doctors, lawyers, dentists, shopkeepers, farmers, and even the occasional ruffian. […]
I Don’t Want to Argue Anymore! Dealing With Relationship Conflict
How to Communicate Effectively With a Loved One Every relationship will have its issues; there’s no avoiding that. The difference between minor relationship issues and major ones ultimately comes down to being able to communicate effectively or not. It’s human nature to want to be heard, to be understood. Many times, no matter how hard […]
Medieval Castles in Oklahoma: Tucker Tower at Lake Murray, Historic Information and Fun Facts
Tucker Tower at Lake Murray Perched high atop a twisted strand of rock, Tucker Tower juts out of the cliff like an ancient fortress of old. Protected on three sides by a massive lake, the tower stands like a lone sentinel against the vestiges of time. Despite its appearance, Tucker Tower is not as ancient […]