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All we are saying is give pizza chance.

Today we are discussing the Flower Shop Winery and Pizzeria in Yukon and Chickasha, Oklahoma.

The Flower Shop Winery and Pizzeria in downtown Chickasha and Yukon offers a casual and fun setting to enjoy delicious Italian cuisine and locally made wines. You can enjoy one of the unique flavors of their wine including acai raspberry and coconut yuzu to more traditional varieties like chardonnay and cabernet, all with beautiful labels featuring a flower. You will have plenty of options when it comes to their pizza as well. With more than two dozen specialty pizzas on the menu, there is a flavor for every person at your table. Customers can explore suggested food and wine pairings from the server and try a wine flight for a variety of tastes. With live music on the outdoor patio, it's the perfect spot for a relaxing evening out.

Yukon. Known as the hometown of country superstar Garth Brooks, Yukon sprang into being in 1891 as a farming community. Visitors flock to Yukon to experience one of Oklahoma's largest ethnic festivals each year — the Oklahoma Czech Festival goes all-out with music, a parade, costumed dances, crafts and plenty of Czech delicacies.

Chickasha is the perfect place. Located less than 40 minutes from Oklahoma City and Norman, this beautiful historic town offers an exclusive array of unique attractions, shopping and dining experiences. The locals of Chickasha take great pride in preserving their heritage and enriching the community through art and events highlighting the unique town.

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The hipster didn’t swim in the river because it was too mainstream.

Today we are discussing Lower Mountain Fork River in Broken Bow, Oklahoma.

The Lower Mountain Fork River offers year-round trout fishing throughout a 12-mile portion of lower river, as well as its tributaries from the Broken Bow dam downstream to US-70 bridge. The river is also a popular canoe and kayak float trip destination from spring through fall. About five miles of the Lower Mountain Fork River is within Beavers Bend State Park, where boat access is unlimited. Below the park area, there are public access points at the dam and near the rapids of Presbyterian Falls. Camping and cabin rentals are available at Beavers Bend State Park.

Broken Bow, Oklahoma is in McCurtain County and is a nature lover’s dream. It is home to Beavers Bend State Park, Broken Bow Lake and The Forest Heritage Center, also known as the "wood art capital of Oklahoma."

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You’re bacon me crazy.

Today we are discussing The Seasoned Cafe in Midwest City, Oklahoma.

Seasoned Cafe is a great choice for breakfast or lunch.  The portions are HUGE and their food is made from scratch.  Beware, your expectations for all future omelets will be much higher after trying one of theirs.

Located just minutes from Oklahoma City, Midwest City holds the distinction of being the largest city in eastern Oklahoma County, as well as a proud neighbor of Tinker Air Force Base, the largest single-site employer in the state. Tee off at the John Conrad Regional Golf Course, rated by Golf Digest's "Places to Play" as a four-star golf course, or cool off at the city's new million-dollar water park, Reno Swim and Slide.

From classic car shows and military parades to Native American cultural showcases and local fare, Midwest City offers a myriad of exciting events and fantastic venues for making unforgettable memories. While exploring Midwest City, be sure to take a break with a water-side picnic at Lake Stanley Draper, which offers plenty of quiet spots for relaxing amid 34 miles of shoreline.

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Today we are discussing The Life Center ADS Adaptive Artisan Fair in Stillwater, Oklahoma.

The LIFE Center is hosting a fundraiser on August 5th from 10:00am-2:00pm.  The event is an “Adapted Artisan Free Fair”. They will have free food, entertainment, various exhibits, carnival games, health/ aging related resources, and a few side fundraisers.  The fair will give our participants and residents of various assisted livings an opportunity to create and submit items to be judged by their peers.

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Did you know that Chuck Norris was born in a log cabin? That he built.

Today we are discussing The Holder Hill Cabin in Broken Bow, Oklahoma.

Get away from it all with a stay at the gorgeous Holder Hill Honeymoon Cabin in Hochatown. Inspired by a rustic farmhouse and nestled in the Pines of Deer Ridge, this beautiful one bedroom cabin is luxuriously decked out with all the amenities, including a soaker tub, walk-in shower, flat screen TVs, hot tub, full kitchen, indoor and out fireplaces along with laundry facilities. Connect with nature and enjoy the area's natural beauty through the cabin's panoramic windows and high ceilings.

This centrally located cabin is within easy walking distance of nearby Hochatown attractions like the Hochatown Saloon, strip mall and is less than a mile from Beavers Bend State Park and Broken Bow Lake.

Broken Bow, Oklahoma is in McCurtain County and is a nature lover’s dream. It is home to Beavers Bend State Park, Broken Bow Lake and The Forest Heritage Center, also known as the "wood art capital of Oklahoma."

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What did the teenage tornado say to his parents?  Nothing. He just stormed off.

Today we are discussing the Twister Museum in Wakita, Oklahoma.

Housed in the location office of the movie, this unique museum contains information and video on the making of "Twister" in Wakita. Visitors will find the original "Dorothy 1" from the movie, plus behind-the-scenes videos taken during the filming of the 1996 movie. See some of the debris used in the film from lamp posts to a bank door. You can find autographed photos and items signed by star Bill Paxton. Pick up a souvenir from the small gift shop featuring T-shirts, hats, stuffed cows and other items to commemorate your visit.

Wakita is a town in Grant County, Oklahoma, and is notable as a location in the 1996 feature film Twister.

Before the town's founding in 1898, there was a dispute over the right to name the town. The town's postmaster, and the owner of the first general store, and the town's first postmaster, believed it should be named Whiteville. Local Deputy U.S. Marshall Herbert John Green motioned for the town be named after a Cherokee chief of local significance named Wakita. Green and other local settlers wanted to name the town in the chief's honor because of a protective spell cast by the chief's tribe to protect the area around the town, between Crooked Creek and Pond Creek, from tornadoes for 100 years.

On May 10, 2010, numerous tornadoes touched down in Grant County, causing significant damage near the Wakita area. However, the town itself was not destroyed.

Wakita was the setting of a 1984 television commercial about DuPont's subsidiary Conoco using seismograph technology to search for oil. It was aired during the 1984 World Series. The voice over starts with, "Nothing much changes in Wakita, Oklahoma."

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Tinker Air Force Base is a major United States Air Force base, with tenant U.S. Navy and other Department of Defense missions, located in Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, surrounded by Del City, Oklahoma City, and Midwest City.

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What is the only time you start at the red and stop at the green?

When you eat a watermelon..

Today we are discussing The 78th Annual Watermelon Festival in Rush Springs, Oklahoma.

Hosted each year since August 1948, the Rush Springs Watermelon Festival and Rodeo celebrates the local watermelon crop with activities, carnival rides and plenty of old-fashioned, family-friendly entertainment. This annual event has become one of the most popular festivals in Oklahoma, attracting over 20,000 visitors each year and serving upwards of 50,000 pounds of juicy, ripe melon to festival-goers. Experience the rodeo on Thursday and Friday before returning on Saturday to sample local acres of black diamond, royal sweet and other watermelon varieties. The festival will also feature all-day fun like a seed-spitting contest, an arts and crafts fair, carnival rides, and more.

Rush Springs is a town of less than 1,000 residents, however, each summer, it becomes THE place to be as 20,000 people assemble for the Rush Springs Watermelon Festival. The beloved annual tradition has been held in this welcoming town every second Saturday in August since 1948.

To learn about the rich history of Rush Springs, stop by the Hampton House Museum on the main strip.

When heading into town, keep your eyes peeled to spot the Dinosaur Roadside Ranch on US Highway 81. This attraction features junkyard metal artwork including two giant dinosaurs, an airplane with a tin can man pilot, an assortment of smiley face-themed pieces and more. One of the dinosaur pieces was built out of an old horse trailer and originally used as an animated parade float. It's a great pitstop to snap a photo!

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The Only in Oklahoma show is lager than life.

Today we are discussing The Enid Brewing Company in Enid, Oklahoma.

Born from locally-grown barley and wheat malt partnered with a brewing passion, Enid Brewing Company owner Brady Sidwell of Enterprise Grain Company and Sidwell Farms launched this multifaceted brewery in 2018. Located in historic downtown Enid, customers can see how craft beer is made on-site and appreciate the grain-to-glass concept as they sip the day away. With a full lunch and dinner menu, there is sure to be something for everyone. Join in on Sundays to experience an outstanding brunch menu with mimosas you can order by the glass or bottle. Be sure to book early for their special Easter and Mother's Day brunches.

Try a hearty variety of craft beers ranging from a light Hefeweizen (a German-style wheat beer made with Oklahoma malt) all the way to a robust porter named after one of the authors of the Oklahoma Constitution in the brewery's taproom. From stout to sour, and a little bit of everything in between including a full wine menu, Enid Brewing Company offers something for every palate. This family-friendly establishment also offers a full line of craft sodas and soft drinks. So order up your favorite brew by the pint or sample a flight indoors or outside on the full wrap-around patio.

Stake your claim on fun in Enid, a city with a fascinating history, vibrant shopping, unique dining and a bustling music scene. You'll find plenty of interesting things to do in Enid, Oklahoma. The historic town of Enid was a well-known watering hole and overnight stop along the Chisholm Trail before it opened for settlement as part of the Cherokee Strip land run. This heritage has left a lingering Old West flavor that mingles with modern amenities, from culinary delights to cultural richness.

Family fun flourishes in Enid, Oklahoma. Kids love spending a day at Leonardo's Children's Museum & Adventure Quest, a three-story play castle and hands-on museum. The whole family will enjoy the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center, which highlights the Land Run and history of the area, from cowboys to oil barons. All ages are also invited to marvel at the incredible model train exhibits at the Railroad Museum of Oklahoma.

Feed your appetite for the arts at The Enid Symphony Center, home of the oldest symphony orchestra in the state, and the Gaslight Theatre, where acclaimed productions are staged year-round. Guests visit Enid's Chautauqua in the Park, one of the oldest Chautauqua events in Oklahoma, and an abundance of live music venues provide a vibrant nightlife and music scene. A host of festivals and events create even more compelling reasons to visit Enid and enjoy all it has to offer.

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How do you know what the weather is like at the top of a mountain?

You climate.

Today we are discussing The Lazy Buffalo Cabins in Cache, Oklahoma.

Nestled among the foothills of the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, The Lazy Buffalo in Cache offers 11 vacation rental cabins and a separate venue space with attached bunkhouse. Each cabin is uniquely themed to capture the essence of the Wichita Mountains and the rich history of the owners' hometown of Cache.

These Western-style cabins include walk-in showers, climate control and luxurious linens to keep you comfortable. Barn wood, knotty pine, corrugated tin and tin ceilings add a rustic theme to each cabin. A mini-fridge, microwave and coffee station are convenient amenities for guests. Six cabins sleep four guests with two queen-sized beds, four cabins sleep two guests and feature a king-sized bed including both handicap-accessible cabins, while one cabin sleeps three with a king-sized bed plus a twin size bed inside a real jon boat. 

The 2400 sq. ft. venue features a large gathering area, two bunkrooms that sleep up to eight guests, two and a half bathrooms, and a full kitchen and serving area. Ideal for group retreats and special events, the spacious kitchen is equipped with an oven and stovetop, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher and plenty of cooking essentials. Each bunkroom in the venue provides four twin-sized beds with luxurious linens, climate control and each bunkroom has a private bathroom with a walk-in shower.

The kids will have fun counting all the adorable critters hidden throughout the venue and riding the vintage coin operated horse. Challenge your buddy to a game of foosball arcade style with lights and sounds or show off your card skills at the poker table. Who will be the first to get a bullseye at electronic darts?

Cozy up for the night and enjoy complimentary Netflix and WiFi or unplug and watch an awesome sunset from the wooden rockers on the covered front porch. Gather the family around the picnic tables to enjoy a special meal together as you take in the beauty of the nearby Wichita Mountains. Yummy marshmallow goodness around the fire pit is a great way to cap off the evening or relax under the stars in the back of the vintage star gazing truck, located just a short walk from the cabin. Both kids and adults will love tossing horseshoes, playing old fashion board games, and dropping checkers in the giant connect 4 game. Don't forget to snap some forever memories at the themed photo ops.

Located just three miles from the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge entrance, The Lazy Buffalo captures that rural feel. A paved bike lane joins the property and runs throughout the Wildlife Refuge. At less than a mile from the original Quanah Parker’s Star House and minutes from Lawton Fort Sill and historic Medicine Park, there's plenty to see and do nearby.

Cache, Oklahoma is a small town with a population of around 1,100 people. It is located in Comanche County and is known for its peaceful atmosphere and community spirit. Residents in Cache enjoy the slower pace of life as well as close proximity to larger towns like Lawton and Wichita Falls for shopping trips and recreational activities. There are plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy such as hiking, horseback riding, fishing, camping, or swimming. Residents also have access to nearby restaurants, museums, movie theaters, and other entertainment options.

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Log live the cabin life.

Today we are discussing The River of Love Cabins in Thackerville, Oklahoma.

These handcrafted log cabins are nestled in the bend of Love County's Red River in Thackerville. The cabins are located approximately 90 minutes north of the Dallas/Ft. Worth metroplex and just under two hours south of the Oklahoma City area, not far from I-35.

Stay at the River of Love Cabins and choose between the Red Bud Cabin, which includes a private outside hot tub, or the Green Briar Cabin, which contains a large indoor two-person Jacuzzi tub. Both cabins feature king-size beds and queen-size sleeper sofas.

Another overnight option is The Love Shack, which comes fully loaded and equipped with a queen-sized bed that hangs from the rafters. Additional amenities include a private hot tub, grill and hammock.

Guests may also choose to stay in The Love Train Caboose, an authentic 1949 Missouri Pacific train caboose that has been fully refurbished. The caboose features a full-size bed and is equipped with a hot tub on a large open deck complete with a porch swing. The most recent addition is the Creek-Side Cottage, which is equipped with two bedrooms and two baths. The Creek-Side Cottage also features a hot tub and a large hammock placed near the still sounds of the creek.

Each unit at the River of Love Cabins is equipped with AC/heat units, full linens, fresh towels, utensils and full-size kitchens equipped with appliances including blenders and toasters. Enjoy flat-screen televisions with DVD and VHS players, along with movies, a radio and CD player. Other amenities at River of Love Cabins include charcoal grills, rocking chairs, private hammocks, picnic tables and outside fire pits.

River of Love Cabins in Thackerville are located only minutes away from the WinStar World Casino, Dust 2 Dust ATV Tracks and Trails, Lake Murray, and many other local attractions. These cabins are secluded and include a locking gate, as well as plenty of space and privacy between the individual cabins.

They are perfect for romantic getaways, special occasions or just a little rest and relaxation. River of Love Cabins also offers in-room massages and picnic baskets with your choice of two menus. In addition, guests can customize their stay by having a selected cabin fully stocked with favorite foods, beverages, flowers, candles and more upon arrival. River of Love Cabins also offers romance packages.

Thackerville is known far and wide as the home of the WinStar World Casino & Resort. This world-class getaway sports over 600,000 square feet of gaming, making it the largest casino in the United States. A trip to WinStar offers everything you need for an inclusive vacation, complete with a three-tower hotel, countless restaurants, over 7,400 electronic games, nearly 100 table games and the WinStar Global Event Center, which draws in some of the biggest names in music and entertainment.

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