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Oklahoma City welcomed 25 million visitors in 2025, generating a record $4.8 billion in economic impact across the metro, according to a new Tourism Economics study. Visitor spending grew 3.5 percent, averaging $7.9 million per day. Of the city’s 25 million visitors, 16.5 million were day-trippers and 8.4 million stayed overnight. Overnight visitors accounted for […] The post OKC tourism reaches…
The seventh annual Ballet Under the Stars begins at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 11, at Scissortail Park. The outdoor performance will feature a mix of classical ballet and contemporary works. The post OKC Ballet opens season with two free community events appeared first on Oklahoma Gazette .
Western lowland gorillas are critically endangered, with wild populations threatened by poaching, disease and habitat destruction. The OKC Zoo supports gorilla conservation through several programs, including its partnership with the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund. The post OKC Zoo welcomes two endangered gorillas appeared first on Oklahoma Gazette .
With a 5-3 vote, Oklahoma City Council decided to renew its contract with Flock Safety to operate their controversial Automatic License Plate Reader cameras for a third consecutive year. Mayor David Holt voted “yes” on the renewal, as did council members Katrina Avers, Bradley Carter, Todd Stone and Matthew Hinkle. Ward 8 Councilman Mark Stonecipher […] The post Despite overwhelming public…
One tight poll. One contentious debate. Daily back-and-forth on social media. Oklahoma’s Republican gubernatorial primary is drawing no shortage of attention. It will all culminate next Tuesday, Aug. 25, when Republican voters decide whether to elect Gentner Drummond or Mike Mazzei as their nominee for governor. Drummond, a rancher, banker and sitting attorney general from […] The post Previewing…
After four decades together, Kevn Kinney and Drivin N Cryin are still on the road, bringing the band’s new album, Crushing Flowers, to Oklahoma City on Aug. 25 at Resonant Head. According to lead singer and guitarist Kevn Kinney, Crushing Flowers was inspired by the idea of disconnecting from technology and the internet. “It is […] The post Still on the Road: Kevn Kinney and Drivin N Cryin…
The two candidates hoping to secure the Republican nomination for insurance commissioner are vowing to address Oklahoma’s soaring property insurance rates, but differ on how to approach the issue. Marty Quinn and Bob Sullivan, who will appear on GOP voter’s Aug. 25 primary runoff ballot, both said their decades of experience in the insurance industry […] The post GOP candidates vow to tackle…
A record 25 million visitors traveled to the city last year, driving $2.9 billion in spending, supporting more than 36,000 jobs and generating $396 million in state and local tax revenue, according to a new economic impact report commissioned by Visit Oklahoma City. The report, prepared by Tourism Economics, also found visitor activity generated a […] The post Record 25 million visitors fueled…
For the past seven months, one question has followed DeNoya and Tony Crawford everywhere they go. “When is Spunkie’s coming back?” That wait ended July 25, when the beloved soul food restaurant opened inside Edmond’s Icehouse Project after a months-long hiatus that left loyal customers wondering where they could once again find its turkey chops […] The post Finally Home appeared first on Oklahoma…
Friends of Uptown Foundation and Tower Theatre will celebrate the Route 66 Centennial with a free family movie night Monday, Aug. 24. Disney Pixar’s Cars will screen at Tower Theatre, 425 NW 23rd St., along Oklahoma City’s historic Route 66 corridor. The event is the first in a three-part movie series celebrating the Mother Road’s […] The post Tower Theatre Celebrates Route 66 Centennial with Free…
