Severe Winter Weather Resources For Stillwater, Oklahoma
Stillwater, Oklahoma, is under a severe weather warning with bitterly cold temperatures and life-threatening wind chills. Meteorologists are still predicting several more inches of snow throughout the afternoon and evening, with a new winter storm coming through Tuesday, February, 16 into Wednesday, February 17.
Read full storyFour Best Options For Valentine's Day Takeout In Stillwater, Oklahoma
Valentine's Day is just over a week away, and while restaurants are open for in-person dining, many people are looking for a way to have a special meal at home. Experts still urge caution when dining out, according to a KOCO News 5 report.
Read full storyRestaurants That Have Recently Closed Near Oklahoma State University
Unfortunately, since the pandemic began about a year ago, students at Oklahoma State University and Stillwater residents will be sad to know that some of their favorite eateries have closed for good.
Read full storyBest New Restaurants Near Oklahoma State University
While some restaurants in Stillwater, OK, have closed amid the pandemic, there are still a few new ones that students and others who haven't been to town in a while will be pleasantly surprised to see a few new places.
Read full storySurprising Things I Do & Don't Miss 10 Months Into The Pandemic
Last March, before the Oklahoma City Thunder abruptly canceled its game after a positive COVID-19 test on the opposing team, sending home the already assembled crowd, I had a routine of things I regularly did. These things felt like necessities. However, after 10 months, I've realized some of them weren't.
Read full storyThree Best Places For Dessert Near Oklahoma State University
Sometimes you want a tasty dessert near Oklahoma State University. Whether it's for a fun date or a girl's night out, going out for dessert makes it taste even sweeter. The good news is there are some excellent offerings for a sweet treat in Stillwater, Oklahoma.
Read full storyI've Lost Track Of How Many People I Know Who've Died Of COVID-19
Last year when most people around me were still staying home, there was a question everyone asked — "Do you know anybody who died of COVID-19?" The answer for many people I knew was no. Sadly, a former co-worker's mother passed away early on when the virus swept through her nursing home on the east coast. My answer was always yes, but I didn't know many.
Read full storyHow To Get A COVID-19 Test At CVS In Stillwater, OK
Because the Payne County Health Department didn't do any COVID-19 testing in more than a week and the State of Oklahoma ended its contract with IMMY Labs, we ended up struggling to find testing in Stillwater this week.
Read full storyAmanda Gorman's Inspiration Is Words & They Can Change Your Whole Life
Yesterday I listened to National Youth Poet Laureate Amanda Gorman as she recited her original poem at President Joe Biden's inauguration. Her words and delivery left me stunned. At 22, I couldn't imagine having done the same thing. I spent the day learning more about her, and I listened to her interview with Anderson Cooper on CNN last night. She explained the extensive research she did to begin writing the important piece. She looked at many historical pieces, and she credited the Broadway play "Hamilton" among her sources.
Read full storyFour Best Places For Brunch Near Oklahoma State University
The weekend is a perfect time for brunch, and for residents in Stillwater, Oklahoma, and students living at Oklahoma State University, the city provides some delicious and unique offerings.
Read full storyThe Best Ever Homemade Pizza Recipe With Dough And Sauce
When we started staying in last March due to the coronavirus pandemic, my family and I decided to try our hand at making amazing homemade pizza. My husband was born in New York, and one thing missing in Stillwater, Oklahoma, is a good New York-style pizza. We have perfected something that is at least a passable facsimile at home through many delicious moments of trial and error, given some of the constraints we have with the oven and supplies.
Read full storySix Best Restaurants Near Oklahoma State University
As students and their parents make their way to Stillwater to begin the spring 2021 semester, they will need places to eat. While there are plenty of good places to eat within driving distance, here are the six best places to eat within walking distance of Oklahoma State University.
Read full storyThe Biggest Lessons I Learned In 2020
Last year was a tough one for people in the United States and around the world. While there is plenty to be thankful for, it was also a year filled with lessons. For me, the biggest lesson I learned is that local and state-level government matters. So few people get out and vote for the local elections, and throughout the coronavirus pandemic, those officials have had the biggest effects on my daily life.
Read full storyHow The Oklahoma Arthritis Center Monoclonal Antibodies Infusion For COVID-19 In Oklahoma Helped My Dad
On Christmas Eve, my dad received a positive COVID-19 test. His symptoms were not the same as those my mom had when she got ill with the coronavirus in October. Somehow, despite living in the same household, my dad, who is over 65 managed to avoid getting it when she had it.
Read full storyBest Restaurants In Stillwater For Takeout & Curbside Delivery
Amid the coronavirus pandemic, several restaurants in Stillwater stepped up their games with takeout and curbside delivery. While not all the eateries have the option for contactless interactions, every location on this list takes careful precautions to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 and allow patrons to enjoy their iconic food from the comfort of their own homes.
Read full storyThe Hope And Promise Of 2021
Last year on this date, I was in downtown Oklahoma City enjoying the final day of 2019 before going to an Oklahoma City Thunder game and enjoying dinner at Mickey Mantle's Steakhouse in Bricktown.
Read full storyThe Best Ever Cinnamon Roll Recipe For Christmas Morning
When we got married, my husband and I combined our families' Christmas traditions. We managed to create something new for both of us — delicious cinnamon rolls to enjoy for Christmas morning. This is one of our favorite rituals for the holidays.
Read full storyMy Favorite Christmas Memories Growing Up In Oklahoma
I grew up in rural Oklahoma in the 1980s, and we always had wonderful holidays. My family lived just a few minutes from each set of grandparents, and we got to visit both for Christmas Day.
Read full storyThe Best Ever Christmas Sugar Cookie Recipe With Icing
Years ago, I learned how to make the best ever cutout sugar cookies from a baker I met in an online forum. These are the kind that you always want Christmas cookies to taste like. Over the years, I adapted the following recipes, including the icing, which a modified royal icing suitable for stacking.
Read full storyFive Best Bakeries For Holiday Treats In Stillwater, OK
If all the hustle and bustle of shopping and gift wrapping have you craving something sweet to enjoy during the holiday season, or if you're looking for the perfect dessert to serve on Christmas Day that you didn't have to make yourself, read on for some delicious options in Stillwater, Oklahoma.
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