The O'Colly, Wednesday, June 19, 2024

Wednesday, June 19, 2024

Oklahoma charm on the Broadway Stage: A recap of the 77th Annual Tony Awards

Raynee Howell Staff Reporter

The Tony Awards honored the stars of the latest Broadway shows with the ceremony Sunday, including nominations of new performers and the “Outsiders” musical, based on a book set close to home for Oklahomans.

With the Broadway season opening last April, there were many successes to honor. With 36 eligible shows, 28 of them were nominated for one of the 26 categories.

Many of the firsttime nominees made a name for themselves in entertainment before their debuts in theater. “Harry Potter” actor Daniel Radcliffe, “Mean Girls” actress Rachel McAdams and “American Horror Story” actress Sarah Paul-

son were all nominated for various categories. Stars from the music industry also received nominations, specifically Alicia Keys with her musical “Hell’s Kitchen,” a semiautobiography of her life and career.

With a pre-show streamed before the main event titled “The Tony Awards: Act One,” a few awards were given out before the main show. The main show began later when Ariana Debose, a decorated actor and performer known for her role in “Hamilton,” opened the show with a musical performance called “This Party’s for You.” After the performance, she spoke of her love for theater and art and how it connects those from all walks of life. The 2024 award show marked her third consecutive year hosting the Tonys. Jeremy Strong, firstyear Tony nominee, won

Best Lead Actor in a Play for his role in “An Enemy of the People.” His award was the first one given out during the main show.

“Hell’s Kitchen” cast followed in his footsteps, taking the stage with a performance of a medley, composed of songs from the musical. With a musical-theater crossover, Jay-Z made a special appearance. He performed “Empire State of Mind” with Keys.

Performances from the casts of “Merrily We Roll Along,” “The Who’s Tommy,” “Water for Elephants,” “The Outsiders” and many others took the stage to share a piece of the performances they had lived and breathed during the show’s time on Broadway. The blood, sweat and tears put into the shows did not go unnoticed in the room full of theater junkies.

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A man was reported for indecent exposure early Monday morning at Boomer Lake. It might be connected to a sexual assault that happened at the lake June 12.

Stillwater Police Department alerts community to indecent exposure suspect

Kennedy Thomason Editor-in-Chief

The Stillwater Police Department alerted Stillwater residents to look for a man who allegedly committed a lewd act Monday morning.

The victim reported the incident to police at 6:16 a.m. on the west side of Boomer Lake. He was reported to be performing a lewd act toward the victim, who walked away and called police. The white man was described as being clean-shaven, having shoulderlength blond hair and wearing an or-

ange T-shirt. The victim said he looked about 40.

He was last seen running toward Washington Street through the disc golf course. The Stillwater Police Department said it is possible this incident is connected to a sexual assault that happened along Boomer Lake on June 12.

The Stillwater Police Department is asking visitors to the lake to be cautious and observant. If visitors see anyone acting suspicious or matching the suspect’s description, they are encouraged to call 911.

It also asked residents living near Boomer Lake to check their outdoor cameras to see if they have footage of the man.

Kickoff time for Oklahoma State’s season opener announced; updated look at the Cowboys’ schedule

Week 14 at Colorado (Black Friday morning).

The remaining Big 12 Conference games will be announced throughout the season.

Oklahoma State fans can plan for five football games so far.

On Monday, the Cowboys’ season opener against South Dakota State on Aug. 31 got an official kickoff time of 1 p.m. and will broadcast on ESPN+.

The Jackrabbits, who are twotime defending FCS champions, are coming off a 15-0 season and will look to shock the Boone Pickens Stadium crowd with an upset, which could clinch their 30th straight victory. However, the Cowboys are returning 21 starters from last season, in which they appeared in the Big 12 title game and went 10-4. The Week 1 matchup will be the first time the programs have met.

Other OSU games with confirmed kickoff times include: Week 2 against Arkansas, Week 3 at Tulsa, Week 8 at BYU (Friday night) and

Here is a look at the Cowboys’ full 2024 schedule: Aug. 31: South Dakota State, 1 p.m., ESPN+

Sept. 7: vs. Arkansas, 11 a.m., ABC Sept. 14: at Tulsa, 11 a.m., ESPN2

Sept. 21: vs. Utah

Sept. 28: at Kansas State Oct. 5: vs. West Virginia Oct. 12: BYE WEEK

Oct. 18 (Friday): at BYU, 9:15 p.m., ESPN

Oct. 26: at Baylor Nov. 2: vs. Arizona State Nov. 9: at TCU

Nov. 16: BYE WEEK Nov. 23: vs. Texas Tech Nov. 29 (Friday): at Colorado, 11 a.m., FOX

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Groff teary-eyed.

“This has been one of the best experiences of my life,” Radcliffe said.

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Will Brill won a Tony for Best Featured Actor in a Play for his role as Reg in Stereophonic. He asked his six castmates to stand up in the crowd to share the exciting moment with him. Daniel Radcliffe won his first tony for his performance in “Merrily We Roll Along.” The category he won was for Best Featured Actor in a Musical and his speech had his co-star Jonathan

Following in Radcliffe’s footsteps, Groff won in his category for Best Leading Role in a Musical. Groff has long been a star in theater with three previous Tony nominations, this one being his first win. He broke down in tears during his speech, thanking his parents and co-stars.

“Thank you for letting me dress up as Mary Poppins when I was 3; thank you for letting me act out scenes from ‘I love Lucy’ on my 10th birthday,” Groff said. ”Thank you for always allowing my freak flag to fly without ever making me feel weird about it.”

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Another performer with multiple previous nominations who finally experienced the joy of winning was Kara Young. Young is the first black actor to be nominated three years in a row. This year, she won in the Best Featured Actress in a Play category for her performance in “Purlie Victorious.”

Other victories include Sarah Paulson winning Best Leading Actress in a Play for “Appropriate,” Maleah Joi Moon for Best Leading Actress in a Mu sical for her performance in “Hell’s Kitchen,” and Kecia Lewis for Best Featured Actress in a Musical for “Hell’s Kitchen.”

In the Best New Play category, “Stereophonic” took home the Tony.

The Best Play Revival winners were the cast of “Appropriate.” For the Best Musical Revival category, the award went to “Merrily We Roll Along.” Perhaps the biggest award of the night for those from Oklahoma is the Best New Musical winner, “The Outsiders.” The book is set in Oklahoma’s second largest city, Tulsa, and it became a staple for literature in Oklahoma schools and libraries. Actresses LaChanze and Angelina Jolie produced the musical with a charm that honors the book S.E. Hinton wrote while in high school in Tulsa in 1967. For a full list of winners, visit the Tony Awards website.

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Wade McCollum (center right) and the cast of “Water for Elephants” perform onstage during The 77th Annual Tony Awards at David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center on Sunday.

Luke Combs delivers heartfelt message in ‘Fathers & Sons’ album

Daniel Allen Staff Reporter

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Country music fans received a pleasant Father’s Day weekend gift.

And from who else? Luke Combs. Twelve songs and 40 minutes of lyrical prowess, nostalgia and bittersweet vibes compile the country music star’s latest album, “Fathers & Sons.”

And let me say, it’s a true masterpiece.

I vividly remember the conversations with my high school personal finance teacher, who avidly attempted to get me hooked on Combs’ music throughout the course of a second semester. It wasn’t until I heard the songs, “Beautiful Crazy” and “Better Together” on the final day of classes that my interest was piqued.

Ever since, I have been hooked.

Combs’ lyrical genius is routinely portrayed in his songs. Most are heart-felt and portray a message which often can’t be pinpointed without two or three listens. They’re not solely centered around heartbreaks or honk-tonk bar experiences, but contain a deep meaning and good storytelling.

That’s what makes him such a likeable artist. And “Fathers & Sons” is no different.

Combs and his wife Nicole Hocking are parents of two sons, Tex Lawrence and Beau Lee. The two often try to keep the limelight off their children whether it be in music or in public sentiments. However, in his latest album, Combs puts his previous philosophy to the wayside.

The cover photo displays a darker-filtered picture of Combs and his father, Chester Combs, holding Luke’s two sons while fishing at a pond. It’s a perfect cover art that foreshadows the album’s tone and meaning precisely.

From the opening song, “Front Door Famous” to the closing song, “Take Me Out to the Ballgame,” Combs instills such heartfelt messages in every track.

The scene setting and storytelling instantly draws the listener’s interest. It is masterful and pieced well together chronologically.

I was particularly fond of the tracks, “Huntin’ by Yourself,” “In Case I Ain’t Around” and “Remember Him That Way.” Each of the places emphasis on the merit behind cherishing memories with your children and remembering the “good ol’ days” before they

grow up. In the first of the aforementioned three, Combs details the grueling process that can be getting an adolescent to spend quality time with him. The song’s chorus goes as follows: “Cause he moves too much and he talks too loud. But I don’t mind ‘cause I’m finding out that even if it’s just time we’re killin’, it’s never felt more like livin’. They’ll make you cuss and wear your patience thin. But next thing you know, they’re all grown up, and then you’re huntin’ by yourself again.”

Here, Combs ends that sentiment with solace in the frustration. Sure, in the moment, kids can be a pain in the butt. But before you know it, such opportunities will no

longer exist. It’s beautifully written, to say the least.

In the second, Combs directs a message toward his sons in a piece that ponders over the hypothetical scenario of death. In these lyrics, he lists all the activities and side quests a country boy should partake in, shedding light to the notion that if he were to go, his sons should still live their everyday lives, even with an increase in responsibilities. Again, beautifully written.

Finally, in the third, Combs details his perfect view of his song. He goes as far as saying, “I remember 10-feet tall and bulletproof,” later adding, “God couldn’t make a man any tougher.” It’s a precise example of how parents see their children in contrast to others

– near-perfect, immensely loveable and even somewhat “bullet proof.”

Eventually the child will outgrow his early habits, hence Combs writes, “And that ‘S’ on his chest is startin’ to fade. But in the end, they’ll always be ours, and we’ll always remember them that way.”

Each song in the album contains similar messages, but Combs does a good job of giving each one a unique story while simultaneously withholding the nostalgic, feel-good vibe of the album.

The final track, “Take Me Out to the Ballgame,” tells the story of Combs taking one of his sons to a Major League Baseball game for the first time. A mention of corralling a game ball and cherishing it

to the point where it is framed and placed on his son’s dresser perfectly encapsulates the song’s meaning.

Oddly enough, no song gives off a Billboard Top 100 feel. That’s not to say the album isn’t of immense quality, because it is. But Combs, per usual, steers clear of the Nashville Country aura and sticks to the roots of the opening track. It might not be Combs’ best work, but it certainly is among the upper tier. And it undoubtedly is one of the more unique albums he has released. Casual country fans might not appreciate it that much. But classic, diehards will. So will Combs’ tenured fans.

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Luke Combs released his new album, “Fathers & Sons,” which speaks to some of his experience with his sons, Tex Lawrence and Beau Lee.

Board of Regents vote unanimously to freeze tuition and fees for third consecutive year at Oklahoma State University

OSU News Staff Reporter

The OSU/A&M Board of Regents has unanimously voted to freeze tuition and mandatory fees for the third consecutive year at Oklahoma State University. This year marks five out of the last six years without increases.

The decision underscores the Board’s desire to make an OSU college education more accessible and affordable for students and their families.

After the vote, Regent Chair Joe Hall commented, “As Regents overseeing Oklahoma State University, we are pleased to maintain our current tuition and mandatory fees for the third consecutive year without an increase. This decision reflects the commitment of OSU leadership and the Regents to

responsible fiscal management.

As a land-grant university, our primary mission is to offer an affordable, accessible, and high-quality education so as many students as possible can earn a college degree. By prioritizing affordability, we can play a significant role in advancing our state by making it possible for many individuals to obtain a college degree and contribute to the betterment of society.”

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GOD’S WONDERFUL LOVE GIFT!

“But God showed his great love for us by sending Christ to die for us while we were still sinners.” (Ro.5:8 NLT)

One of the important foundations of our faith is the extent of God’s love for us. It is how far He would go to help us in our sinfulness. If we were to face the righteous judgment of God without his help, we all would be eternally lost; separated from God and all that is good, and it would be forever.

John 3:16 expresses that simply. “ God so loved the world! God went to great lengths to supply a way for us “not to perish;” not to be separated in eternal regret from all that is good and wonderful. It is God who took the initiative. We are so dead in our sins that we did not even see our need fully. To save us, God sent his Son, Jesus, to die for us; to pay the

penalty that was rightfully ours, so that we, humans, could go free.

What does he ask from us? When we learn (hear) the message of God’s love, of Jesus’ sacrifice for us; we trust him, admit our need(our sin), and honestly thank him for his love gift. God forgives all our sins and declares us righteous in his sight.(Ro.5:1) He also gives us a new life within. We are “born again”, and we begin a new and real relationship with God. It is a love relationship; “We love him because He first loved us.” (1 Jn.4:19)

“How great is the love the Father (God) has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are!” (1 Jn.3:1 NIV) Not by any works we have done, but receiving freely Gods love gift. It is free to all!

Shrum expressed her appreciation for the Regents’ support for holding the line on tuition and mandatory fees.

“The decision reflects our shared commitment to affordability through prudent management of our financial resources,” Dr. Shrum said.

“The OSU community’s dedication to solid financial management allows us to fulfill our land grant mission to provide access for as many students as possible to a high-quality col-

lege education.”

S&P Global and Fitch Group, two leading national credit rating agencies, have consistently recognized OSU’s solid financial position, assigning it a high AA- rating. The ratings validate OSU’s solid financial capacity, the highest among Oklahoma colleges and universities.

Holliday rightfully won’t be fired, but OSU needs to have postseason success in 2025

Daniel Allen Staff Reporter

For Oklahoma State baseball fans who are seeking a coaching change, maybe you’ll find solace in the recent decisions the New York Yankees made.

Boone has been the Yankees’ manager since 2018 –so, for six completed seasons. So far, his managerial resume consists of four 90-plus win seasons and two 100-plus win seasons. Twice, his Yankees have clinched the AL Central, which is widely regarded as one of Major League Baseball’s premier divisions. All that’s missing? A World Series appearance. And shortly after a disappointing 82-80 campaign a year ago, which featured Boone’s first campaign deprived of a playoff berth, many Yankee fans demanded Boone’s firing.

Yes, the MLB and college baseball are different; however, with the case of Boone and the Yankees and head coach Josh Holliday and OSU, the parallels exist. And after a third consecutive season where Holliday’s Cowboys got bounced from their own hosted regional, some fans are wondering if Holliday should be fired.

No. Here’s why.

Reverting to Boone’s case, everyone knows the history of the Yankees. Twenty-seven World Series titles come with baggage and lofty expectations.

Owner Hal Steinbrenner and general manager Brian Cashman retained Boone after last season’s discouraging finish. And look at where the Yanks are now – an MLB-best 50-24. They look the part.

Under the leadership of Holliday since the 2013 season, OSU has encountered its most successful stretch since its decade of dominance in the 1980s. It recently appeared in a

regional for the 11th consecutive year. The Cowboys are just one of five college baseball programs – Dallas Baptist, Louisiana State, Vanderbilt and Florida — that can claim such bragging rights. In that span, OSU has clinched a Big 12 regular season title twice –to go with seven second-place finishes – and three conference tournament championships, most recently this past season.

But Holliday has how many trips to the promised land of Omaha, Nebraska? Only one, which came in 2016.

To expand upon that, of OSU’s 11 regional appearances under Holliday, the Cowboys have hosted in six of those, and have only reached a super regional three times.

That’s a problem. Especially when a program’s history consists of a whole lot of winning and a whole lot of College World Series appearances, OSU’s 20 CWS appearances are the sixth-most in college baseball.

OSU fans have a right to be frustrated over the lack of postseason efficiency the past decade, especially given

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the surplus of winning that has transpired during each regular season. Boosters and donors wouldn’t be wrong to be agitated toward a third straight regional exit at home, particularly when reflecting upon an O’Brate Stadium construction plan that approached $60 million.

But be careful what you wish for.

In a phone interview with The O’Colly, legendary OSU head coach Gary Ward detailed the difficulties of making it to Omaha in the modern day.

“What a lot of fans don’t realize is how hard it is to make it (to the College World Series) nowadays,” he said. “There’s just so many factors they don’t think about.”

Competing against 36 teams for a trek to the College World Series was already a daunting task. But when the postseason pool was expanded to 64 teams in 1999, it became even harder.

Now, instead of winning a regional and traveling directly to Omaha, an additional round exists. A best-of-three set that puts all the more wear and tear

on a pitching staff ahead of the main event – assuming the said team even advances that far.

“When you’ve got to go beat Texas and you’ve got to go beat Miami and Florida State, and back then Cal State Fullerton, Rice, Wichita State, nowadays Texas A&M in addition to Arizona and Arizona State, I mean it’s hard; these are juggernauts within the sport,” Ward said. “They’ve been juggernauts forever. It’s not easy at all.”

Sure, the argument can be made that the premier programs in the sport often find a way.

Although that holds merit, decorated programs — North Carolina, Vanderbilt, Arkansas and LSU, among others — have had their troubles making it to Omaha.

Postseason success often serves as a barometer for a program’s prestige. It would be silly and quite foolish to gauge success solely off a regularseason campaign. But overall consistency must be taken into account. And the truth is, many opposing fanbases envy the success the Cowboys have had the past decade.

No, Holliday won’t be

fired. Nor is he even on the hot seat. But his teams must start producing in the postseason, or his seat might get warmer.

Good news for OSU fans – the Cowboys will have another stellar lineup in 2025. Nolan Schubart will be back. So will right-hander Gabe Davis and left-hander Ryan Ure; both have flashed potential on the mound and can throw triple digits. First baseman Colin Brueggemann should be back, along with the catching trio of Beau Sylvester, Ian Daugherty and Charlie Carter.

Holliday already added a coveted transfer portal prospect in former Hawaii left-hander Harrison Bodendorf. Add that to a top-10 incoming recruiting class, and you’ve got a contending roster.

However, fans can’t tolerate three straight regional exits as a host. Four or five would spark even more frustration. Perhaps Holliday can pull off what Boone has so far this year and make Stillwater like the Bronx, full of relieved and ecstatic fans.

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Payton Little

Oklahoma State will look to add some pieces as it gears up for the 2024-25 season.

Oklahoma State baseball ready for 2024-25 after overcoming adversity during season

Daniel Allen Staff Reporter

For Oklahoma State head coach Josh Holliday, the most disappointing part of his team’s 4-2 loss to Florida in the final game of the Stillwater Regional wasn’t the reality of the season’s end.

Sure, a season coming to an abrupt conclusion was difficult to grasp. Particularly in the heat of the moment. But what stung most for Holliday was the harsh reality of what he saw as a successful season coming to an end.

“Obviously, we fought hard until the end and came up a game short of advancing,” Holliday told The O’Colly. “That’s the reality of it. That’s what everyone sees. And it stings.”

The success Holliday’s Cowboys accrued during their 2024 campaign wasn’t as easily attained as years prior. A handful of key starters endured substantial injuries in unideal moments. Multiple freshmen pieces were forced into action to patch holes within the lineup. And at times, the program’s outlook wavered from their growing pains.

Now, despite an exit from the group’s home confines for a third consecutive year, overcoming such adversity could pay dividends in the long run, and given the surplus of star pieces expected to return in 2025, the Cowboys are likely set for another stellar campaign.

“We all left wanting more in terms of advancing and the overall final results,” Holliday said. “But we were a very fulfilled group in terms of all that we did achieve, the time that we spent together, the memories we cherished, and all that came along the way.”

“This was – is a special

group. I have no doubt that the returning pieces will take that in stride.”

In the end, OSU logged its third consecutive 40-win season (42-19). The Cowboys hosted a regional for the third straight year – a feat the program accomplished for the first time since the mid-1980s. They clinched a postseason berth for the 11th straight year, being one of only five programs to do so since Holliday’s inaugural season at the helm in 2012 — alongside LSU, Florida, Dallas Baptist and Vanderbilt. That came despite the aforementioned early adversity.

Left fielder Nolan Schubart got a foul ball to the groin during a Feb. 27 midweek loss at Dallas Baptist, requiring immediate surgery; he missed more than a month of action.

Starting catcher Beau Sylvester endured a season-ending injury during the second weekend of

the season in OSU’s Friday of the Kubota College Baseball Series against Michigan at Globe Life Field. Third baseman Tyler Wulfert suffered a broken hand by merely swinging his bat in the Cowboys’ series finale at West Virginia on March 31. Infielder Aidan Meola was in and out of the lineup, having played through recurrent injuries throughout the season.

As a result, shortstop Avery Ortiz, catcher Charlie Carter, outfielder Donovan LaSalle (who also suffered a broken hand on a freak play), and other freshmen were catapulted into the lineup.

But OSU kept winning. All the way to a second-place finish in the Big 12 and a conference tournament championship, highlighted by a dominant win over the rival Oklahoma Sooners in the title game.

“The contributions of

many first-year players in our program who came from one part of their careers and what they became after just one year here was nothing short of exceptional,” Holliday said. “The growth of so many players who came here and contributed and helped this year’s team achieved what all it did was remarkable. To just judge it all by the final game rather than looking at everything and celebrating, highlighting all that went on, I feel like this team did a fantastic job of maximizing every single day and game.”

Holliday was referring to the first-year contributions of left-handed ace Sam Garcia, who transferred to OSU after three seasons at High Point, transitioning from a careerworst 2023 campaign to a career-best in 2024. He was referring to the unforeseen surge – from a national standpoint – of right-hander Brian Holi-

day, whose stellar 2024 season recently earned him secondteam All-American honors. The Cowboys, Holliday believes, maximized the talent level they had.

Of course, the likely losses of two-way star Carson Benge, center fielder Zach Ehrhard – both of whom also logged career-best seasons –Holiday and Garcia aren’t ideal. But the return of Schubart, first baseman Colin Brueggemann and right-hander Gabe Davis –who Holliday said he foresees a “breakout season” for in 2025 – to go with a top-10 recruiting class and imminent transfer portal additions already make the 2025 Cowboys a Big 12 contender. And potentially even more.

“I’m excited to see what next year’s group brings us,” Holliday said. “No doubt.”

Payton Little

Pitcher Sam Garcia is one of the several first-year players that head coach Josh Holliday was impressed with.

Oklahoma State lands Baylor transfer pitcher Crandall

Parker Gerl Assistant Sports Editor

More pitching help for Oklahoma State is on the way.

On Friday, Baylor transfer pitcher

RyLee Crandall announced her commitment to the Cowgirls. She joins former Washington pitcher Ruby Meylan as the second pitcher to transfer to OSU. Crandall spent the first two seasons of her career with the Bears. In 2023, she was a member of the All-Big 12 Freshman Team and recorded a 3.05

ERA with 85 strikeouts in 130.2 innings of work. In an increased role this past season, Crandall posted a 3.20 ERA, 112 strikeouts and a 17-9 record in 155.1 innings pitched. She also pitched a complete game and allowed only one hit in a win against OSU. Crandall and Meylan are huge

additions to the Cowgirls, who will be without their top two arms from last season, Lexi Kilfoyl and Ivy Rosenberry.

OSU’s portal pickups now include Crandall, Meylan and former NC State catcher Amanda Hasler.

RyLee Crandall was a member of the 2023 All-Big 12 Freshman Team at Baylor. Crandall will be a pitcher for the Cowgirls.

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Cowboy Calendar

Wednesday, June 19

Kids’ Night @ 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Location: Louie’s Grill & Bar

https://www.facebook.com/LouiesStillwater

Live Trivia Night @ 7 - 9 p.m.

Location: Iron Monk Brewing Company

https://www.ironmonkbeer.com

Louie’s Bingo Night @ 8 p.m.

Location: Louie’s Grill & Bar

https://www.facebook.com/LouiesStillwater

Wednesday Bingo Night @ 9:30 a.m.

Location: The Union Beverage Co.

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Singo Wednesdays @ 7 - 9:30 p.m.

Location: Em Curators of Craft

https://curatorsofcraft.co/pages/weekly-events

Open Mic Night 2024 Competition @ 7 - 9 p.m.

Location: Bad Brad’s Bar-B-Q

https://badbrads.com

Stillwater Summer Farmers Market @ 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.

https://www.stillwaterfarmersmarket.com/

Team Trivia Live @ 10 p.m. - 12 a.m.

Location: College Bar

An Artful Decade: Celebrating 10 Years @ 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Location: OSU Museum of Art

https://museum.okstate.edu/art/an-artfull-decade. html

Benjamin Harjo Jr Exhibit @ 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Location: OSU Museum of Art

https://museum.okstate.edu/art/past-exhibitions/2018/benjamin-harjo.html

Lake McMurtry June 2024 Adventure Camp @ 8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Location: Lake McMurtry

Admission: $225 / week

https://www.lakemcmurtry.org/adventure-camp. html

Town & Gown Theatre Presents: Beauty & the Beast @ 7:30 p.m.

Location: Town And Gown Theater

Admission: Musicals Adults: $16 Students or Military: $14 Seniors (Sun. only): $14 Plays Adults: $14 Students or Military: $12 Seniors (Sun. only): $12 https://www.townandgown. org/?fbclid=IwAR2bP2ZHCTi1R_BZJ08wi2jvd2JMLetDIW7_VXRLpEiry01mhUqxJVgdDCA

National Martini Day @ 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.

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Daily Horoscope

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Linda Black Horoscopes

Today’s Birthday (06/19/24). Develop strengths, skills and talents this year. Expand professional growth with disciplined, consistent efforts. Social changes reorient your crew this summer, before an autumn of professional glory. Creative challenges redirect a winter passion project, before fun with family lights up the autumn. You’re flowering beautifully.

To get the advantage, check the day’s rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging.

Aries (March 21-April 19) — Today is a 7 — Engage in an exploration. Consider long-term implications and consequences of different ideas and views. What might be the impacts? Investigate. Look before leaping.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) — Today is an 8 — Review the numbers. Pay bills and manage accounts. Fix an error and save. Keep cash flowing in a positive direction. Budget for a dreamy possibility.

Gemini (May 21-June 20) — Today is an 8 — Pull with your partner. A challenging moment reignites collaboration. Misunderstandings abound. Patiently clarify. Exchange agreements and promises for shared commitments. You’re realizing a dream.

Cancer (June 21-July 22) — Today is a 7 — With a busy schedule, slow to avoid accidents or mistakes. Prioritize healthy practices and exercise routines. Recharge with music, good food and rest.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — Today is a 7 — Communication could seem stuck, especially with your sweetheart. Don’t get pushy. Apologize when appropriate. Wait for better conditions to talk. Share support with complications.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Today is a 7 — Home draws you in. Settle into your sanctuary. Clean and clear clutter. Contribute to a family project. What you’re building has long-term value.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) — Today is a 9 — Discover an exciting possibility within a chaotic situation. Articulate it for others. Use your communicative arts and skills to share the story. Get creative.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) — Today is a 9 — Follow the money. Do the research and backstage preparations for a later performance. A profitable opportunity is within reach with a polished presentation.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) — Today is an 8 — Slow to review personal plans before taking action on them. Consider alternatives and options. Breakdowns could require a different route. Discover buried treasure.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Today is a 7 — Find a private, peaceful spot to review. Consider things from a higher perspective. Look for hidden opportunities. Rest and make plans for later implementation.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) — Today is an 8 —