Oklahoma Gazette

Oklahoma’s fiercely local arts & entertainment authority. Publishing every other Wednesday.

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Listen to @CyndiMunsonOK on the @CLJR_OKC podcast with Drew Williamson and learn more about her background, her campaign and the experiences that shaped her.

Watch here: https://t.co/bZYn2EHcHU

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Animal welfare is everyone’s business.

ANIMAL Conference 2026 brings together leaders in veterinary care, conservation, agriculture and advocacy Sept. 18–19 at @OKContemporary Oklahoma Contemporary. Presented by the Kirkpatrick Foundation @kirkpatrickfdn, keynote speakers are Jeff Corwin and Dr. Temple Grandin.

Read more at https://t.co/bzOdysjxBQ

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For 90 years, the @TheOKCZooAmp has been part of Oklahoma City’s soundtrack.

From legendary concerts to a major renovation, the historic venue is honoring its past while looking ahead to its next act.

About the photo: Taken in 1936 is what we know. We see Oklahoma City Philharmonic type musicians but we don't know if that's what it is. We're pretty sure the elephant is from the Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden. What do you think? We'd love to see photos of you at the Zoo Amp from over the many years!

Read “90 Years of Zoo Amp” at https://t.co/rbSqFwmqiS

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🏈 College football is back in Oklahoma.
OU heads into another SEC season while OSU looks for a fresh start under new head coach Eric Morris. We break down the players, matchups and storylines to watch for the Sooners and Cowboys this fall.

Read Not Quite Bedlam at https://t.co/f00Hz7rqg9

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OP-ED: There’s an old rule in politics that needs to be explained to the Oklahoma GOP:  Republican voters choose Republican nominees; the party doesn’t do it for us. Yet days before Tuesday’s runoff election, the Oklahoma GOP State Committee decided to put their thumb squarely on the scale ...

https://t.co/bRA1ZcetnR

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Rest in perfection.

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A message from the family of Dolly Parton.

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Please get out and vote today!
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The Tony Award-winning BEST MUSICAL is playing THIS WEEK ONLY @okcciviccenter August 25 - 30, 2026 Ticket Tip - Best availability Tues/Wed/Thurs/Sun Eve https://t.co/hBHVaA7f8g

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With Oklahoma’s GOP gubernatorial runoff days away, Oklahoma Gazette’s Drew Williamson weighs the choice between Gentner Drummond and Mike Mazzei.

Beef or manure? Read the op-ed. https://t.co/zZbsC0ENQg

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@cityofokc officials are reminding residents that the odd/even outdoor watering schedule is in effect year-round. Odd-numbered addresses water on odd-numbered days. Even-numbered addresses water on even-numbered days. The restriction applies to sprinklers, not hand watering.

Learn more, get the chart https://t.co/7tFp1KAC8l

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Oklahoma City tourism, @VisitOKC, just hit a new record. 25 million visitors generated $4.8 billion in economic impact in 2025, supporting more than 36,000 local jobs and bringing in $396 million in state and local taxes.
See what Oklahoma City’s growing visitor economy means for the metro at https://t.co/h6v5Y5W66s

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Meet Kashata and Grace, the @okczoo's newest residents. 🦍 The mother-daughter western lowland gorillas have joined the troop at Great EscApe as part of a national effort to protect the critically endangered species. Meet them at the OKC Zoo and read more at https://t.co/aPwmlxDzfR

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Mike Mazzei Lie Du Jour

Mazzei spreading more manure, saying Gentner fought in favor of trans surgery.

FALSE!

Drummond filed a stay to put case on hold, in effort to properly prep. He then went to court in opposition of trans surgery for kids.

Drummond won in court! Fact.

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BREAKING: Despite overwhelming public opposition, the Oklahoma City Council voted 5-3 Tuesday to renew its contract with Flock Safety for another year.

The $270,000 contract will keep 90 automatic license plate reader cameras operating across the metro through June 2027. Nearly 30 residents spoke before the vote, all opposing the renewal.

Read more at https://t.co/6qnmxlsQ6H

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Drivin N Cryin is still on the road after four decades, with a stop at Resonant Head Aug. 25. Kevn Kinney talks new music, life on the road and what keeps the band going.

Read more - https://t.co/0iY1pVx8ah

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Clowns Left Jokers Right Episode 3: Fun With Chip And Jake.

Chip Keating and Jake Merrick discuss their campaigns, the runoff and Oklahoma politics.

Audio Link below 👇 YouTube 08/18

https://t.co/Iib6BrMYDH

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Looking for something to do this weekend? OG Picks has you covered.

From Live on the Plaza District and farmers markets to HAMILTON, comedy, live music, art and more, here’s what’s happening around OKC Aug. 14–16.

See the full weekend lineup at https://t.co/IkvQQFPK05

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Mike Mazzei is backing away from debate promises to release financial and medical records and submit to a drug test.

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https://t.co/ZjrYfbdF8D

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Mike Mazzei Bet Millions on Becoming Governor. What If He Loses? @OklahomaMemo interview with the Gazette's Drew Willilamson https://t.co/YR78iGFiaA via @YouTube

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Oklahoma’s GOP race for governor is heating up.

Gentner Drummond says he plans to release his financial and health records, along with the results of a drug test, as the Aug. 25 runoff against Mike Mazzei approaches.

Read more at Oklahoma Gazette. https://t.co/HdPkgdcbFD