When Scammers Call, Seniors Pay the Price
by Oklahoma Department of Securities
Imagine you’re a senior living in a quiet retirement community. One day you receive a phone call that sounds exactly...
New Listings for National Register of Historic Places
The Oklahoma Historical Society and State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) are pleased to announce the National Register of Historic Places designation for the following...
AARP Drive-Thru Shredding Events
AARP Oklahoma is partnering with community organizations across the state to host five free drive-thru shredding events in April and May to help Oklahomans...
Low-Cost Smartphone Plans for Budget-Minded Seniors
What are the absolute lowest-cost smartphone plans for seniors who mainly talk and text but need a little cellular data for email and occasional...
Car Show Returns to Arcadia
Car enthusiasts, families, and travelers along historic Route 66 are invited to attend the Third Annual Classic Cars A-Round the Barn Car Show on...
Cleveland County OHCE Craft Show
The Cleveland County OHCE Craft Show will take place May 8–9, 2026, at the Cleveland County Fairgrounds in Norman, Oklahoma. Sponsored by Cleveland County...
President Thomas Jefferson Answers Many Questions
Story and photos by Darl DeVault, contributing editor
Over two evenings in early March, a predominantly senior audience gathered at the Oklahoma History Center to...
Mulready Says Get Ready
How We’ve Helped Oklahomans Save Money and Strengthen Their Homes
By Oklahoma Insurance Commissioner Glen Mulready
As I look back over the past seven years in...
Centennial Year Events
You want to drive it – here’s where to go - to see events in Oklahoma towns through July, 2026.
By Richard Stephens, staff writer
For...
Planning for Life: Family takes care of families
By Bobby Anderson
Main Street. Kitchen table. A cup of coffee. Someone you can trust.
Those are the hallmarks of Cain, Cain and Janik, PLLC, Estate...
Care Plus Home Care Providing Services to Keep Seniors, Veterans Home
by Van Mitchell, staff writer
Care Plus Home Care services of Oklahoma City was established in 1993 by local businesswoman Nancy Brewer and her daughter...
Senior Follies Coming in June
Story by Darl DeVault, contributing editor
The 2026 Oklahoma Senior Follies will dazzle audiences on June 6-7 at UCO Mitchell Hall Theatre in Edmond, located...
From Trails to Truck Stops
By Richard Stephens, staff writer
Western emigration across America changed dramatically over time – the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum’s exhibit explains how.
During Route...
VillagesOKC names Tessa Martin board president
Tessa Martin, director of conference services at Metro Technology Centers’ Springlake Campus, is the new board president for VillagesOKC, a membership organization offering services...
Top Senior Scams and How to Avoid Them
Dear Savvy Senior
My adult kids keep warning me about scams, but it’s hard to know which calls and messages are dangerous. What scams are...
Oklahoma Historians Hall of Fame Inductees
The Oklahoma Historical Society will induct Donald L. Fixico, David W. Levy (posthumous), Linda D. Wilson and Timothy A. Zwink into the Oklahoma Historians...
Renamed OKC Comets Begin Second Season
story and photo by Darl DeVault, contributing editor
Seniors who want to catch every baseball game need to get their tickets soon; purchase online at...
Thomas Jefferson Interpreter to Give Presentations
The Oklahoma History Center is honored to present Kurt Smith in a portrayal of Thomas Jefferson, ahead of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration...
New Book Highlights the 100-year History of Route 66
by Van Mitchell, staff writer
Route 66 turns 100 years old in 2026, and the historic highway is highlighted in a new book “Route 66-The...
Senior Day at the Capitol
Story and photos by Darl DeVault, contributing editor
Concerned citizens will gather at the Oklahoma State Capitol for Senior Day to feel their voices matter...
Cannicott Expands BrightStar Care Territories Into One Integrated Agency
By Van Mitchell, staff writer
When Jarod Cannicott acquired two BrightStar Care territories in the Oklahoma City metro in 2021, his goal was simple: build...
Senior Marathon is Evolving in Privileges
by Darl DeVault, contributing editor
The Oklahoma City Memorial Senior Marathon began with a huge turnout in its first year, with more than 1,000 participants...
VillageOKC to Host Positive Aging Seminar
Simple meals that support health and connection
VillagesOKC will host a free Positive Aging seminar designed to help older adults rediscover
the joy and simplicity of...
AARP Warns of Data Center Utility Rate Threat
By Bobby Anderson, RN
Global electricity demand is set to rise sharply over the next decade and we may all be footing the bill for...
Do I Need to File a Tax Return This...
Dear Savvy Senior
What are the IRS income tax filing requirements for retirees this tax season? I didn’t file a tax return last year because...
FREE RIDE
EMBARK Streetcar Rides Downtown Free Until July
Story by Darl DeVault, contributing editor
Senior News and Living is alerting seniors to Oklahoma City EMBARK’s free downtown...
Governor Stitt Issues Executive Order Strengthening Oversight of Medicare Advantage...
New Requirements Will Protect Oklahoma Seniors, Providers, and the Stability of Care Networks
Governor Kevin Stitt has issued a new executive order establishing additional requirements...
Free Medicare Webinar Live and On-Demand
The Oklahoma Insurance Department’s (OID) Medicare Assistance Program (MAP) will continue its free Medicare Mondays webinar series in 2026, offering live and on-demand education...