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February 28, 2024 Troy Aikman: A really good guy who's had a really great career and life
Bill Haisten has a long history with Troy Aikman. This week, the World's sports columnist joins Scene writer Jimmie Tramel to discuss Aikman's Oklahoma beer launch and also share a few stories about the Henryetta native.
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Troy Aikman brings EIGHT beer to Oklahoma: 'It's the cleanest beer on the market'
Bill Haisten: A jarring anniversary – 40 years ago, Troy Aikman signed with OU
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23 min
February 22, 2024 Eagles still at top of their game. BOK Center show proves it.
Two life-long Eagles fans discuss what was likely The Eagles’ final performance in Tulsa.
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Eagles defy Father Time to ace goodbye show in Tulsa | Review
Eagles break their own record during tour stop at BOK Center
18 min
February 15, 2024 Footloose at 40: A discussion of the '80s classic that was inspired by an Oklahoma town
World Scene writer Jimmie Tramel and World editor Jason Collington discuss Jimmie's deep-dive story into Footloose, the 1980s classic movie featuring Kevin Bacon. Did you know the movie's theme was inspired by the small Oklahoma town of Elmore City? Jimmie recently went to Elmore City and also spoke to the movie's writer, Dean Pitchford, to discuss the movie.
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'Footloose' at 40: Here's the story of Oklahoma town that inspired iconic movie
16 min
January 04, 2024 Hairspray coming back to Tulsa; prequels/sequels coming back to movies this year
Happy New Year! Jimmie Tramel and James Watts talk about upcoming Scene content, from the return of Hairspray, to the familiar characters moviegoers can expect at the cinema in 2024.
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From standby to star: Actress takes on lead role in 'Hairspray'
First Friday Arts Crawl and Class Act Comedy Tour highlight events happening this week
Biggest events, concerts, expo shows and more in January
Cain's Ballroom at 100 and more: Here are things to look forward to in 2024
The 10 best new restaurants of 2023
Margaret's German Restaurant closes; Elmer's offers MLK Day special
Stillwater teen makes history by 'beating' Tetris
Tulsa World's 2024 People to Watch
The most memorable stories of the year named by Tulsa World Scene staff
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Scene Writer Jimmie Tramel: Email | Twitter | Follow his stories
Scene Writer James Watts: Email | Twitter | Follow his stories
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16 min
December 28, 2023 'You had me at giant meatball:' A discussion on 2023's best restaurants
James Watts provides some details on his list of the 10 best restaurants of 2023, plus Jimmie Tramel previews comedy shows coming to Tulsa in 2024 and other events to look forward to in the new year.
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The 10 best new restaurants of 2023
Restaurants that closed in 2023
Best restaurants for the past 20 years
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Scene Writer Jimmie Tramel: Email | Twitter | Follow his stories
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15 min
December 21, 2023 Previewing the best restaurants of the year, plus last-minute Christmas gifts
Need the perfect gift? One with local ties and perhaps from a pop culture universe? Jimmie Tramel and James Watts help you find last-minute Christmas gifts. Plus, James previews his best restaurant reviews of 2023 and names a few that just missed the cut.
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Hey, last-minute Christmas shoppers: Check out these gift ideas from the pop culture world
Mesmerica 360, Cain's Ballroom shows highlight events for the week
Here are the restaurants open Christmas Day
Palace Cafe, Prairie Fire Pie on Cherry Street to close Saturday
'Beyond van Gogh' at OKPOP closed six weeks early
Reba's chicken-fried steak one of New York Times best dishes
New Olive Garden in Utica Square offers some surprises at family favorite chain | Review
'Bold statement:' Here's why a downtown church is being transformed into a music venue
Top entertainment stories of the year include 'Killers of the Flower Moon,' new music venue coming to Broken Arrow
Tulsans of the Year: Osage people help bring history to the big screen
Tulsans of the Year: TU President Brad Carson welcomes community to campus
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20 min
December 14, 2023 'The Dome' will be area's latest new venue
Jimmie Tramel and James Watts preview "The Dome," which will be the area's latest venue for concerts and events. It is scheduled to open in 2024 and is a former downtown church building. They also talk about other upcoming Scene content.
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Top entertainment stories of the year include 'Killers of the Flower Moon,' new music venue coming to Broken Arrow
'Killers of the Flower Moon' secures 12 Critics Choice Award nominations
Holiday shows and Johnny Mathis highlight things to do in Tulsa this week
En Fuego fires up some tasty Baja-style foods | Review
Lowood and other top restaurants offering holiday meal orders
Tulsans of the Year: Osage people help bring history to the big screen
Tulsans of the Year: TU President Brad Carson welcomes community to campus
Oklahoma's Jordan Rainer reaches end of her journey on 'The Voice'
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13 min
December 07, 2023 From Reba McEntire to Tulsa King, it's been an eventful year
While production of the Paramount+ series “Tulsa King” starring Sylvester Stallone began in 2022, the series finale aired earlier this year. 2023 also marked a return home for Reba McEntire with new Atoka restaurant "Reba’s Place."
Jimmie Tramel and James Watts talk about this and other upcoming Scene content.
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Reba McEntire comes home for grand opening for Reba's Place: 'I just wish Mama and Daddy were here to see it"
Throwback Tulsa: 'Tulsa King' production brings Sylvester Stallone to town
Holiday arts: 'Christmas Carol,' 'Nutcracker' top list of holiday performances
Christmas concerts and Shepherd's Cross Christmas highlight things to do in Tulsa this week
Oklahoma music artist Jordan Rainer secures spot in 'The Voice' semifinals
'Killers of the Flower Moon' released for video-on-demand and digital purchase
Retired NYPD detective relocates to Tulsa, launches true crime podcast
'Reservation Dogs,' 'Barry' secure Critics Choice Award nominations
Find holiday-themed music events, Christmas concerts
Noche brings Old World authenticity to variety of Mexican dishes | Review
Toast and McKinney's Modern Dining close in Broken Arrow
Owasso's Black Bear Diner to close
Red Light Chicken moving to Route 66
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12 min
November 30, 2023 Previewing Christmas performances, events and more
'Tis the season in the Tulsa area for Christmas events, from Tulsa Ballet's "The Nutcracker" to Mannheim Steamroller at River Spirit Casino. Jimmie Tramel and James Watts talk about this and other upcoming Scene content.

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Pete Davidson, Lauren Daigle, Jon Pardi highlight things to do in Tulsa this week
Find holiday-themed music events, Christmas concerts
Remembering Molly's Landing history after fire at iconic Route 66 restaurant
Red Door Grille puts Cajun twist on Southern cuisine | Review
New Olive Garden location to open in Utica Square
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Scene Writer Jimmie Tramel: Email | Twitter | Follow his stories
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15 min
November 17, 2023 Osage authenticity important for 'Killers of the Flower Moon'
Cast members from “Killers of the Flower Moon” were unable to do promotion during the SAG-AFTRA strike, but, now that the strike has ended, they were at liberty to answer questions about a film that was based on the Osage reign of terror in 1920s Oklahoma. Jimmie Tramel and James Watts talk about this and other upcoming Scene content.
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Killers of the Flower Moon: See all our coverage going back to when scenes were shot here to reaction to the movie
'Flower Moon' stirs debate on whether Native stories should only be told by Native filmmakers
'It was an honor': Leonardo DiCaprio appreciates being part of 'Killers of the Flower Moon' story
Marvel's 'Echo' continues run of set-in-Oklahoma Indigenous stories
Tulsa World Opinion podcast: 'Killers of the Flower Moon' thoughts from former Osage chief
Contact us
Scene Writer Jimmie Tramel: Email | Twitter | Follow his stories
Scene Writer James Watts: Email | Twitter | Follow his stories
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