OHS UPCOMING EVENTS
Ryoki Yamaguchi to Perform on Kilgen Theatre Organ
On Monday, September 21, from 7 to 8:30 p.m., a Kilgen Theatre Organ performance will be held...
Remembering âMr. Samâ Gillaspy
It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Samuel D. âMr. Samâ Gillaspy, March 24, 1927âAugust 19, 2026. In many ways,...
A Caregiverâs Guide to Medicare
Dear Savvy Senior,
Iâm taking care of my elderly father who recently had a stroke and have a lot of questions about how Medicare works...
Technology That Makes Life Better: Positive Aging Event Explores Whatâs Possible
Technology is no longer simply about smartphones, computers and the latest gadgets. Increasingly, it is becoming a tool for living more independently, staying active,...
Giving Straight Answers to Common Estate Planning Questions
By Tamara Cain, Attorney and Estate Planning Educator, Cain, Cain & Janik
Q: How much should I tell my children and other family members about...
Second Half Expo Returns to OKC
The 2026 Second Half Expo will be held Saturday, October 17, from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage...
HOTTERâN HELL 100 Thrives
Story and photos by Darl DeVault, contributing editor
Named USA Today Readersâ Choice for Best Road Cycling Event for 2026, the adventure for seniors is...
More Than a Museum: Oklahoma National Guard Museum Preserves Stories...
by Vickie Jenkins, staff writer
Some museums display history. Others allow visitors to experience it. That is exactly what awaits visitors at the Oklahoma National...
Centennial Caravan Showcases Small Towns
by Richard Stephens, Jr., staff writer
On June 17, the Main Street of America Route 66 Centennial Caravan tour, organized by the Route 66 Road...
OHS Adds 3 Locations to National Register of Historic Places
Waylanâs Ku Ku Burger in Miami
The Oklahoma Historical Society and State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) are pleased to announce the National Register of Historic...
Giving Straight Answers to Common Estate Planning Questions
By Tamara Cain, Attorney and Estate Planning Educator, Cain, Cain & Janik
Q: Whatâs one of the biggest mistakes people make when deciding to...
With Social Security Uncertainty, Should You Claim Benefits Early?
Dear Savvy Senior,
I turn 62 early next year and plan to retire soon after. Most advice says I should wait to claim Social Security...
Housing revolution seminar explores future of aging well
As older adults rethink where and how they want to live, a free Positive Aging seminar on August 13 will examine the housing trends,...
Wintering in Hugo
A look inside the quiet months when Oklahomaâs circuses repair, rest, and prepare to roll again.
by Richard Stephens, Jr., staff writer
Did you watch amazing...
Seminar Highlights Wellness and Vitality for Older Adults
Older adults and caregivers gathered May 14 for a full day dedicated to healthy aging, wellness and longevity during the âPositive Aging: Wellness for...
Auditorium to Host Performing Arts Series
By Van Mitchell
As home of the Armstrong
International Cultural
Foundationâs Performing Arts
Series, it hosts an extensive
schedule of concerts, dance
theater, lectures, and cultural
events throughout the year.
âOur mission...
Belmont Cove
Owens Family Builds Belmont Cove Into Premiere 50+ Independent Living Community for Seniors
By Van Mitchell, staff writer
Gary Owens is a familiar face locally with...
Savvy Senior
How to Prevent Falls at Home
Dear Savvy Senior
My 80-year-old father, who lives alone, has fallen several times over the past few months. Are there...
Running Persistence Personified
Story and photos by Darl DeVault, contributing editor
Despite health concerns over the years, Kevin Lynes, 69, is an accomplished distance runner who sees his...
Edmond Lions Club Looking for New Members
By Van Mitchell, staff writer
Lions Clubâs in Oklahoma and across the nation are struggling to grow due to an aging membership and not enough...
Oklahoma Senior Games Announcement
Story and photo by Darl DeVault, contributing editor
As a host-state perk for the upcoming 2027 National Senior Games in Tulsa, all Oklahoma residents over...
TFCU IS GIVING AWAY GAS FOR A YEAR TO 10 WINNERS
Tinker Federal Credit Union (TFCU) is giving back in a big way this summer by picking up the fuel tab for an entire year...
Giving Straight Answers to Common Estate Planning Questions
By Tamara Cain, Attorney and Estate Planning Educator, Cain, Cain & Janik
Q: Once I sign my estate plan, am I finished?
A: That may be...
What to Do When Medical Bills Pile Up
Dear Savvy Senior
Iâm 63 and recently had a hospital stay that left me with bills I canât afford to pay. I had Affordable Care...
Museum Opens New Exhibit for America250 Commemoration
The Oklahoma History Center Museum announced the opening of âMoments That Made US,â a special exhibition during the America250 commemoration that explores how generations...
OU Health Lands International Leader in Neuroradiology
After a competitive national search, Dr. Javier Villanueva-Meyer, M.D., has been named chair of the Department of Radiological Sciences at the University of Oklahoma...