Just as soon as you cross our state line, you realize the roads are better cared for. The cities and towns of Oklahoma are better cared for too. The streets are a little wider, signs are up to direct traffic, the freeways actually work and hometown pride is evident everywhere. Oklahoma schools received the highest grades in the nation from Education Week in 1998. My plan is to introduce you to some of the people of our Oklahoma Cities so you'll get a taste of what Oklahoma is all about. Just click on the region of your choice to begin. Thank you. Be sure to check out our Festivals Site for news of special events in each area.
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Hoops Oklahoma Fishing Report. Cities Altus is located in the heart of Oklahoma's Great Plains Country and is the county seat of Jackson County. Clinton's largest attraction, the official Oklahoma Route 66 Museum built in 1993, draws tens of thousands of visitors to Clinton from all over the world. Here you'll hear historian Michael Wallis narrate a decade-by-decade journey through the rise and fall of America's Main Street. And you can see the World's Largest Curio Cabinet fill with the kind of souvenirs Route 66 travelers have been collecting since the 1920s. Scenic Cordell, Oklahoma was founded in 1892 as a result of the opening of lands made available from the Cheyenne-Arapaho land run of the same year. Framed by the historic County Courthouse, Cordell has one of the few virtually intact town squares in Oklahoma. In addition, Washita County has developed a nationwide reputation for its productive agricultural land and beautiful prairie. The recreational ponds and lakes that sprinkle this landscape can be bountiful for fishermen and water enthusiasts alike.
read the book Journey into the Tall Grass by Annick Smith and Harvey Payne (photographer) A magnificient photo essay book of the world's largest protected preserve, near Pawhuska. The shots are exquisite. The reintroduction of buffalo is recorded too. The book will appeal to nature lovers and photographers everywhere. The City of Arapaho Police Page brings us this information: "Arapaho is located about 90 miles west of Oklahoma City on Interstate 40, then 4 miles north of Clinton, Oklahoma. Chief Brownfield has been here for just over 2 years. Arapaho is a town of about 1,000 people, and is the county seat for Custer County. Read the book The Culture of
Oklahoma: How do Oklahomans perceive themselves? How do outsiders perceive
them? Contributing authors are Gary L. Thompson, Howard R. Lamar, James M.
Smallwood, et. al
Newspapers of the region are strong on community Cities One of the best tours on the web of this area is the Talimena Scenic Drive. The Talimena Scenic Drive is a Scenic Byway offering 54 miles of spectacular views and incredible scenery. It is also the crown jewel of an entire region full of fun things to do for families, sportsmen, adventure seekers or anyone that enjoys nature's incredible beauty. O pportunity abounds in Antlers, Oklahoma the deer capital of the world! Beautiful lakes, rivers and public lands that are the pride of Southeast Oklahoma are easily accessible from Antlers with its friendly businesses and comfortable accommodations. The highly-rated lakes of Sardis, McGee Creek, Pine Creek, Clayton and Hugo boast exceptional fishing and water recreation along with clean, well-kept campsites. While staying in Antlers, visitors should take time to visit the Historical Society Museum and the Choctaw Nation Council House Museum (in Tuskahoma) for a glimpse into the pioneering past and proud cultural heritage of the area.Other web sites in Antlers are High Street Pizza and Fudge Station. Hugo is the winter
headquarters of both the five-ring Carson&Barnes Circus and its sister circus, Idabel (Dogwood capital of Oklahoma) is surrounded by scenic beauty, located 25 minutes from Beavers Bend Resort Park, excellent hunting, fishing, camping, hiking, water recreation and golf courses. In Idabel, visitors can enjoy the Museum of the Red River; historic Barnes-Stevenson House; State Historic Markers; Choctaw High Stakes Bingo; four giant murals; nine Oklahoma Champion Trees and other shopping experiences. One of the country's largest private collections of Gene Autry & Roy Rogers memorabilia is located near Idabel in the Albert Frazier Home (by appointment). |
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Idabel
MainStreet: "Since our inception in 1998 Idabel Main Street has
tracked over $5 million in reinvestment in the downtown business district and we
have become one of the fastest growing non-profit volunteer based organizations
in Southeast Oklahoma!"
Museum Of The Red River is
found here too.
McAlester in Pittsburg County between the shores of Lake Eufaula and the foothills of the Pine and Jackfork Mountains, McAlester is one of Oklahoma's oldest communities. McAlester hosts the state's Oklahoma Prison Rodeo. The city began as a trading post founded by J. J. McAlester in 1870 in the Choctaw Nation of Indian Territory. Today, McAlester is the economic hub of the entire southeast corner of the state. The Italian Festival draws in thousands.
Just east of McAlester there is a small town name of Krebs where you can find some of the best Italian food in the state. For a very reasonable price they promise you won't go away hungry. First they cover a huge platter with pasta, and you go from there, filling yourself to the bursting point. More than 2,000 Italian miners settled in Oklahoma's "Little Italy." The rich heritage of the Italian people who settled here lives on through these fine restaurants and McAlester's Italian Festival at the Pittsburg County Fairgrounds has huge attendance each Memorial Day weekend. The spicy bouquet of authentic Italian cooking wafting from the kitchen at Pete's Place has been luring travelers through the blackjack covered hills of southeast Oklahoma since 1925. Roseanna's Italian Food is branching out into mail order.
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Poteau Home
of the World's Highest Hill. Close to Lake Wister. The Wister State
Park has 33,000 acres set aside for recreation.
Long Lake Resort: We offer nice, clean cabins in a quiet and
secluded area with fishing on private lakes. We own two private, natural
lakes—Long Lake and Terrell Lake—both about 40 acres. They are limited to
two boats at a time, and are stocked full of bass, crappie, and more.
Smithville is a very small spot in the road, found in Kiamichi Country where Highway 4 and 259 join up in cahoots for a trip to Broken Bow. Yet there are many kinds of world champions there, cowboy, hunting, fishing, woodworking, trapping, and good citizens.
Talihina rests snugly in the valley of Buffalo
Mountain, the Ouachitas, and the Potato Hills. With it's scenic drives, outdoor
recreation, and down home charm, Talihina is sure to have something for you.
Stigler Oklahoma The stigler
Reunion Days Festival in June features arts and crafts.
Wilburton Oklahoma, which is close to Robbers Cave State Park. Here you will find breathtaking forests, crystal clear water, and proud Indian heritage provide the background for some of the most magnificent land in the nation.
Read the books Guide to the Indian Tribes of Oklahoma by Muriel H. Wright and The Indians in Oklahoma by Renard Strickland
Cities
of
Red Carpet Country
Aline Oklahoma is in the southwestern part of Alfalfa County in northwest Oklahoma. Aline was established as a post office two miles south of the present town, April 27, 1894, named for the postmaster's daughter, Aline Hartshorn. When the railroads came, the town moved to the present site. Aline is situated in the valley of the Eagle Chief Creek, a tributary of the Cimarron River. "We don't raise hell, we raise wheat," kind of describes their winning attitude.
Blackwell is up there on I-35, rather famous for hosting the Derailed Railroad Company. Also known for hosting Oklahoma's largest indoor animated Christmas display. Large flea market held every first Saturday of the month.
Alva
Oklahoma Chamber of Commerce web site is packed with information and vital links to
this area.
Canton We you to explore our new website and get involved in as many areas as you like. There are many new features that will help us do a better job at helping you get more business.
Cherokee Oklahoma. Offering 33,000 acres of wildlife habitat.
Enid home to the Vance Air force Base, Humphrey Heritage Village, Museum of the Cherokee Strip, Railroad Museum, Midgley Museum, and Gallery of Fine Arts.
Geary where Jesse Chisolm is buried.
Kaw City Heart of Kaw Lake region.
OKeene Oklahoma Located in the northeast corner of Blaine County is the town of Okeene, founded on April 19, 1892, when the Cheyenne and Arapaho Indian lands were opened for settlement.
Okeene, home of the original rattlesnake hunt
Perry Facts and figures page.
Dodge City, as you might remember, never was rough enough to need a U.S. Marshal until
well into the last part of the 20th. century. Early day Perry had 14 saloons and
enough gamblers, hangers on, and sooners that three U.S. Marshals were sent to keep the
peace until a city government could be set up.
Perry, Pride of the Prarie:
Perry, the county seat of Noble County, is located in north central Oklahoma, nestled in
the valley of the prairie grass to the east and the wheat belt to the west. I-35 is on the
western city limits.
Ponca City Tourism Proud of its Native American heritage.
Tonkawa U.S. 60 between OKC and Wichita.
Watonga, Blaine County. History of the Cheese Festival In 1976 the Watonga Chamber of Commerce president was advised by a community development team to have a festival promoting a local food product as a way of bringing recognition to the community. This was the beginning of one of the premiere festivals in Oklahoma. Since Watonga has the only cheese factory in Oklahoma, this was an ideal situation.
To read more about the first cheese festival Click HERE.
Woodward The Plains Indians & Pioneers Museum is unique there.
Newspapers of this region are strong on community
Enid News & Eagle Ponca City News, The
Cities
of
Lakes Country
Ardmore has twice been voted All America city and is recognized as one of the 50 best towns in America! Newspapers of the region are strong on community. Found in the Arbuckle Mountains, near Lake Murray State Park. Arbuckle Wilderness where you can view and feed hundreds of exotic animals along an eight-mile scenic drive. Oklahoma's leading tourist attraction, the park also includes a walk-through zoo, bird aviaries, playground, paddle boats, rides, and arcade.
Ada Evening News Daily Ardmoreite, The
Durant is in square M7 on the state map, close to Lake Texoma. Durant, OK is a popular tourist attraction with its proximity to Lake Texoma and its blooming Magnolia trees. It also contains numerous large industry plants and Southeastern Oklahoma State University which together provide for a well balanced economy.
read the books Ghost Towns of Oklahoma by John Wesley Morris, where they are, why they are, and what they used to be.
Roadside History of Oklahoma by Francis L. Fugate, et. al. Maps and introduction to each section of the state, followed by a writeup for virtually every town, with excursions off the main trail thrown in, containing many black and white photos.
Oklahoma Treasures and Treasure Tales by Steve Wilson, includes photos.
Cities
of
Panhandle Country
Guymon
Online This terrific site reveals all there is to know about this area.
Read the books Guide to Oklahoma Museums by David C. Hunt which captures the certain magnificience of Oklahoma museums.
Black and Indian Gunfighters of the Indian Territory by Arthur T. Burton There are many more books specific to Oklahoma. Catch them here.
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