Lifestyle

Cases of measles are now appearing in pockets across the country, particularly in the northwest. It is critical to understand the virus and how to be protected from it.

Many in our society are focusing on making their lives greener. But for some, the concept seems so vast that it’s hard to understand the lingo.

Oklahoma’s biggest balloon festival, hosted by Citizen Potawatomi Nation, is set to return to Shawnee Aug. 9-10. Festival-goers can expect a weekend of live performers, family-friendly activities, fireworks, a hunting and fishing expo, a 5K and a display of 25 hot air balloons.

Just because you’ve said “I do” doesn’t mean your to-do list has dwindled. Make sure you complete these post-wedding tasks:

The Oklahoma Turnpike Authority wants you stay safe when driving on roads, turnpikes and through construction work zones so that you reach your destination safely.

Last month, the tech giant Google took big steps into the world of online travel, introducing the Google Trips app to its online platform.

What better way to combat the approaching heat waves than with a fun and icy science experience? Here are a few simple and easy experiments that will keep your child engaged and learning this summer.

West Nile Virus has existed in Oklahoma since 2002, as a seasonal outbreak which flares up in the summer and continues into the fall. It’s spread by the bite of infected mosquitoes.

There are many free things to do this summer in Oklahoma. Check out this roundup of some fun things to do for family outings, date night or pretty much any weekend:

Searching for a new way to spend your Friday evenings? Look no further than First Fridays on the Paseo. Each first Friday of the month, more than 80 artists in the Paseo Arts District, Oklahoma City’s art community, will offer exclusive, themed exhibits and a variety of entertainment opportunities during an art walk through the district.

Recently, thousands from across the world participated in the 24^th annual Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon to honor the 168 lives lost on April 19, 1995. Among those included Blake Foster who ran for the first time to honor the lives of two people he calls his inspiration – his aunt, a survivor of the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building bombing and his father, one of the first responders during that tragic day.

The end of a semester at many colleges and universities is capped by a ritual almost as iconic as the graduation ceremony: packing up and moving out. However, students tend to throw out good clothing and useful household items that could otherwise be donated to Goodwill.

A few weeks ago, crew members from the hit NBC show “American Ninja Warrior” once again came to Oklahoma City to film an episode for the upcoming season. My brother Taylor is a course tester for the show, so naturally, I got the backstage treatment (no spoilers).

Lately, safety concerns related to ride-hailing apps like Uber and Lyft have increased. These apps offer so much convenience, but they also demand extra responsibilities. Remember these safety tips:

“Give a girl the right shoes, and she can conquer the world,” Marilyn Monroe said. I don’t know about conquering it, but I do know the right shoes are key to seeing the world. The struggle to find the right shoes is real.

Families celebrate Easter in many ways. Dyeing eggs, filling bright-colored baskets with chocolate bunnies, hiding eggs for the entertaining egg hunt and posing with the Easter Bunny.

With summer just a few months away, it’s the perfect time to jump into eating better and exercising. These habits can help you get in shape and have a healthier and more active season.

The Oklahoma City-County Health Department encourages families and businesses to develop emergency plans for severe weather and check to make sure they have the supplies necessary to survive for an extended period. Any medicines, nonperishable foods, hygiene products, water and essential documents should be kept in a kit.

The Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon will take place this month on Sunday, April 28. Each year, thousands of participants gather downtown to pay tribute to the 168 people who perished in the 1995 bombing and honor those who survived and whose lives were changed forever.

April 22 is Earth Day, and Oklahoma holds plenty of opportunities to get outdoors and enjoy the scenery:

When you think “financial education,” do you picture a guy behind a mahogany desk droning on about investments? We thought that might be the case.

The NBA playoffs are in full swing, and the Oklahoma City Thunder come into the postseason as dangerous underdogs facing the Portland Trailblazers.

With spring here, that means the Festival of the Arts is near. The Festival of the Arts is a community-wide, signature event celebrating the visual, performing and culinary arts and bringing in various artisans, performers and tasteful eats from across Oklahoma.

Occasionally making yourself inaccessible is essential to boosting focus. A survey found that always being reachable – checking emails during off days, scrolling through social media, responding to texts 24/7 – is associated with higher stress levels. This is known as “continuous partial attention,” a state of alertness largely driven by FOMO.

The youngest in the millennial generation are now adults. How does this generation compare to young adults of other generations, like baby boomers and the silent generation?

On April 21, people around the world will be celebrating Easter with egg hunts, candy, festivals and more. Here are a few Easter-themed events for Oklahomans:

The OKC-County Health Department’s Total Wellness program is a no-cost, interactive weight-loss program for adults that helps prevent diabetes and heart disease. Classes meet one hour a week for eight weeks. The goal of the class is for everyone to lose 5 percent of their body weight and develop a more active lifestyle.

Do you want surprises delivered to your doorstep monthly? From coffee and snacks to personalized beauty products and books, these subscription boxes will brighten your month:

The Oklahoma Turnpike Authority (OTA) and Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) are partnering to recognize National Work Zone Awareness Week. The annual campaign raises awareness and encourages safe driving through construction work zones.

This year, teach your kids how to create their own custom dyes, with natural ingredients found in your home. I can’t promise it won’t be messy, but at least they will be learning.

It’s a good time to be a college sports fan in Oklahoma.

TEDxYouth@OKC, the first fully youth-operated TEDx event to come to Oklahoma, will occur on Saturday, April 27, 2019, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. It will take place at the Oklahoma City University Meinders School of Business.