History

People once rode pump jacks for fun in Oklahoma oil fields. Strange as it sounds today, the stories were common enough to inspire nationwide safety campaigns.

Oklahoma gave the world the twist tie, but most of us throw it away the moment we open the bread bag. So what's the point?

The Beacon Drive-In Theater in Guthrie survived decades after appearing in Twister, but one of Oklahoma's most recognizable movie landmarks is now gone.

Oklahoma nearly made it through May without a single tornado, but two tiny storms at the end of the month changed everything in the strangest way possible.

The Blue Whale of Catoosa is getting another facelift ahead of Route 66’s centennial celebration, including a newly restored roadside sign.

Can you imagine churning butter like the pioneers did? This Pioneer Days event is all about hands-on history that’s perfect for the whole family!

Oklahoma tornado hot spots have changed over time. Kay County once led the state, but today’s most active counties may surprise you.

A new film suggests the Oklahoma City bombing story may be bigger than we remember, and the government lied to cover it all up.

Why does Oklahoma have a panhandle? The real story involves Texas, Kansas, Colorado, and decades of land nobody wanted.

As we remember April 10, it’s hard to shake off the memories of a day that changed lives forever in Lawton.

Casa Bonita’s revival is making headlines, but its Oklahoma roots are the real story.

Lawton nostalgia is flowing after locals compiled a huge list of bars that used to be go to hangouts.