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Could it be ... Satan?

We’ve heard a few rumors about a band of Satanists renting out the Civic Center for a rousing party complete with a side of exorcism. Nobody else is really talking about it.
9/08/2010 | Comments (0)

PR BS

Lots of press releases related to the Sooner State cross our desk. This week, these titles least screamed “Stop the presses!”
9/08/2010 | Comments (0)

CFN Tweet of the Week

“Now that @okgazette is following me, I’ll watch my tweets. Don’t want to end up in Chicken Fried News.”
9/08/2010 | Comments (0)

In your Face

You talk, we listen! Here’s what readers said on some of last week’s Oklahoma Gazette stories, via unedited comments left on our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/okgazette.
9/08/2010 | Comments (0)

Them bones

A federal judge, according to The Associated Press, recently threw out a lawsuit last month filed by Geronimo’s descendents.
9/08/2010 | Comments (0)

CFN Tweet of the Week

“Well, last minute packing this morning! I’ve had so mich fun in OKC and wld come back in a second 2 film again! But now its time 2 move on.”
9/01/2010 | Comments (0)

Most Viewed News


This boulevard is on a diet

Conceptual drawings show six lanes, but Mayor Mick Cornett says he’s committed to narrowing the new boulevard to make it more ‘pedestrian-friendly.’
9/01/2010 | Comments (0)

Edmond family to be featured on TV’s ‘Hoarders’

An Edmond family will be featured on the third-season premiere of A&E’s “Hoarders” on Monday.
9/03/2010 | Comments (0)

Light rail proponents met recently with Texas rail reps to talk about commuter rail’s next step in Oklahoma

Commuter and light rail proponents in Oklahoma City are urging citizens and stakeholders to not fear the price tag as discussion continues on commuter rail possibilities.
9/01/2010 | Comments (0)

Sportscaster Bob Barry Sr. to retire from OU play-by-play after 50 years

The 79-year-old Barry plans to retire after these current football and men’s basketball seasons.
8/31/2010 | Comments (0)

The MAPS 3 trails addition doesn’t quite add up

Still, the trails advisory committee chair is brimming with enthusiasm
9/01/2010 | Comments (0)

Thunder seeking new naming rights partner for arena

The Thunder officially has terminated the existing naming rights agreement with the Oklahoma Ford Dealers, as a new agreement could not be reached.
8/27/2010 | Comments (0)


Hey! DoThis!


Spell this. Photo by Mark Hancock

SpellThis

Put your vocabulary to the test with the Adult Scrabble Challenge at Ralph Ellison Library, 2000 N.E. 23rd. This free event is from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday and open to ages 18 and up. Prizes will be awarded to those with the best Scrabble skills, so bring your A game. Call 424-1437. Saturday


ArtsFest. Photo by Mark Hancock

FestThis

Arts Festival Oklahoma has something for just about everyone. Hosted by Oklahoma City Community College, 7777 S. May, the three-day event includes live performances, a wide variety of foods, and scores of original artwork. The free, all-ages fest runs 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday. Parking is $5. Call 682-7576 or visit www. occc.edu/afo. Saturday–Monday


Red Stripe

DrinkThis

Swing by and “relax” Jamaican-style with the Red Stripe Ambassador, who is appearing at several Oklahoma City watering holes starting at 7 p.m. Thursday at McNellies in Midtown. On Friday, the Ambassador-guided pub crawl continues at 7 p.m. at Jazmos Bourbon Street Cafe, 8 p.m. at Sapphire, 9 p.m. at TapWerks Ale House & Cafe, 10 p.m. at CityWalk, and ends the night after 11:15 p.m. at 51st Street Speakeasy. Thursday–Friday


Sue Hale painted "Sidwalk Cafe."

ArtThis

Remember your most cherished moments? Local artist Sue Hale and Jordan Tang have created “Memories,” an art exhibit at In Your Eye Studio & Gallery, 3005-A Paseo, in support of those who suffer from Alzheimers disease. The opening reception is 6-10 p.m. Friday, and the show is on display through Sept. 29. Call 525-2161 or visit www. inyoureyegallery.com. Friday, ongoing


Winters Bone

SeeThis

Escape the dog days of summer with Winters Bone at the Oklahoma City Museum of Art, 415 Couch. The film chronicles a young woman’s journey to divulge the long-kept secrets of her less-than-forthcoming family in an effort to save their home. The drama screens Thursday to Sunday. Tickets are $8 for adults, $6 for seniors and students, and $5 for museum members. Call 236-3100 or visit www.okcmoa. com. Thursday–Sunday


7 Deadly Sins Burlesque Review

SinThis

Celebrate the Sabbath with sips and a little skin. The 7 Deadly Sins Burlesque Review has an ongoing “Sinful Sunday” event, which starts at 9 p.m. at Prohibition Room, 1112 N.W. 23rd. Lolo Lawless, Vera Voodoo, Leggy McGams and company will give you something to confess next Sunday. Call 601-0363 or visit www. prohibitionroom.com. Sunday


BMX

XThis

Science is behind every wild rock climb and spinning bike trick, and on Friday, Science Museum Oklahoma will explain how extreme sports work. The 6-10 p.m. Extreme Sports Expo includes high-flying BMX demonstrations, a climbable rock wall and prizes to kick off the latest Dome Theater flick, “Extreme,” which features wave surfing, skiing, snowboarding and treacherous climbs on rock and ice. Visit www.sciencemuseumok.org. Friday