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For The First Time In 221 Years, A Rare Double Emergence Of Cicadas Is Expected In 2024 In Oklahoma

by Ashley Wehrli
on Jan 18
A large cicada resting on an open palm, with a blurred park background.
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You’d Never Guess That Oklahoma Has More Man-Made Lakes Than Any Other State

by Ashley Wehrli
on Nov 4
Aerial view of a lush green landscape with a serene lake under a colorful sunset sky.
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A UFO Was Sighted In Oklahoma 5 Years Ago And It’s One Of The Most Credible UFO Sightings In History

by Ashley Wehrli
on Oct 5
A blurry, monochrome image showing a small, dark object against a cloudy background.
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According To FBI Statistics, These Are The 10 Most Dangerous Cities In Oklahoma

by Ashley Wehrli
on Jul 17
Aerial view of a city skyline featuring tall buildings and a clear blue sky, with roads and parking lots below.
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Here Are The 10 Most Dangerous, Deadly Places In Oklahoma

by Ashley Wehrli
on Jul 14
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Few People Know Oklahoma Was Home To The First Parking Meter In America

Oklahoma City introduced the world's first parking meter in 1935, invented by Carl C. Magee to regulate parking and generate city revenue.

by Ashley Wehrli
on Apr 5
A row of vintage cars parked along a city street, with a drug store in the background. Black and white photo.
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Few People Know This Remote County In Oklahoma Is The Only County In The U.S. That Touches Five States

Cimarron County in Oklahoma is the least populated and most remote county in the state, known for its unique topography, Black Mesa, and dark night skies.

by Ashley Wehrli
on Feb 4
Rock formations rise against a clear blue sky, surrounded by dry grass and sparse greenery.
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There’s A Law In Oklahoma That Restricts You From Heating Up Your Car In Winter

Leaving a car running unattended in Oklahoma is illegal and can result in a fine.

by Ashley Wehrli
on Feb 3
A parked car covered in snow beside a tree-lined road in a winter landscape.
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Here Are The 10 Most Dangerous Towns In Oklahoma To Live In

Lists the most dangerous cities in Oklahoma based on crime rates from the FBI Criminal Report.

by Ashley Wehrli
on Aug 13
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According To Safewise, These Are The 10 Safest Cities To Live In Oklahoma In 2021

Oklahoma offers affordable living, beautiful scenery, and safe cities, making it ideal for families, retirees, and vacationers.

by Ashley Wehrli
on Jun 9
Welcome sign for Antlers, "Deer Capital of the World," featuring a deer, river, and scenic background.
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Your Odds Of Being Robbed Are Cut In Half If You Live In One Of Oklahoma’s 10 Safest Cities Of 2020

Lists the safest places to live in Oklahoma in 2020 based on SafeWise Report data.

by Ashley Wehrli
on Sep 6
Colorful playground structure with slides and climbing features, featuring a sign that reads "Olde Town Piedmont."
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Here Are The 10 Richest Counties In Oklahoma

Lists the 10 richest counties in Oklahoma based on U.S. Census data and American Community Survey estimates.

by Ashley Wehrli
on Sep 25
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Here Are 13 Things You Can Only Find In Oklahoma

by Ashley Wehrli
on Aug 6
A large stone monument with a peanut sculpture, labeled "World's Largest Peanut," in a grassy area.