As we say goodbye to 2024 and hello to a new year, letโs take a look back at the good things that happened this year! At MetroFamily, we are so privileged to journey through each year with you and your family, bringing you the good news happening in our communities every month.
Here are our favorite articles and blogs of 2024. Cheers to a year of good news!
- Whirlwind Weekend –ย Step into the vortex of Hollywoodโs impact on the small town of Wakita, Okla. with a visit to the Twister Movie Museum.
- A multi-million dollar renovation – Bethany Childrenโs Health Center in Oklahoma City opened a $10 million renovation project that provides specialized health care to children with complex medical needs.
- From Storm Clouds to Rainbows – Oklahoma City meteorologist Emily Sutton talks about experiencing Oklahomaโs extreme weather firsthand and her take on the impact climate change.
- Cultivating Creativity in OKC – Creativity is the simplest form of self-expression because creative activities build confidence and celebrate uniqueness. Find local spots for innovation and creation in OKC.
- Mom Friendships – Local mom and MetroFamiliy contributor Christina Mushi-Brunt shares the impact of online communities and lifelong friendships.
- The Unseen Struggle of Finding Happiness as a Parent – Michael Dickerson, the CEO and founder of Dickerson Consulting Group LLC, shares strategies to combat feelings of loneliness, unhappiness and overwhelm.
- Kid-Friendly Snack Boards – Delight everyone in your household with creative family snack boards โ the perfect nutritious meals for a on the go.
- Roll down to Fort Worth on the Heartland Flyer – Take advantage of laidback travel and a preplannedย weekend getaway filled with nostalgia, cowboys and culture aboard theย Heartland Flyerย โ destination Cowtown.
- Ignite your familyโs Olympic spirit – Riding on the momentum of the 2024 summer Olypmics games and the announcement of OKC hosting Olympic events in 2028, we took a look at ways families can try out Olympic activities and sports at locales around the metro.
- Meet film icon Yancey Red Corn – ย A member of the Osage Nation, Yancey Red Cornโs family history came full circle when he was cast to play Chief Bonnicastle in the 2023 blockbuster film Killers of the Flower Moon. Read about his experience being in the film and what his heritage means to him.
- Transforming Trauma into Triumph – Joni Owen grew up in and out of foster care, but she never imagined becoming a foster parent herself until her niece entered the foster care system. Read about her inspiring journey to becoming a foster parent.
- OKC Underground – Get an inside look at one of OKC’s lesser-known attractions. The tunnel system has been in operation for 50 years and is home to art and historical exhibits.
- Quick and Easy Family Dinners – Need we say more? How about we add healthy too? Registered dietitian and fitness coach Umo Callins shares her go-to recipes that kids will actually eat!
- Lessons learned from the late Richard Simmons – If you are part of the Baby Boomer or Gen X community, fitness guru Richard Simmons is a name that is likely familiar to you. Read along as MetroFamiliy contributor Christina Mushi-Brunt shares how Simmons has impacted her wellness journey.
- Urban Hiking โ Is it really hiking if you arenโt walking on dirt paths? We say YES! The heart of downtown Oklahoma City has changed so much in the past decade, and itโs the perfect locale for your familyโs next adventure.
- Discover Oklahomaโs best STEM experiences, near and far – Local mom and STEM enthusiast Sally Hoch shares her favorite places for hands-on STEM adventures in OKC and beyond.
- Taking kids on an Oklahoma state Capitol tour – How many times has your family driven by the Oklahoma state Capitol building? Did you know there is a museum inside? Get the inside scoop on all the things to see and do inside.
- Ways to support small businesses – Shopping small and local during the holidays and year-round is a gift to your loved ones and small business owners. Local mom and MetroFamiliy contributor Christina Mushi-Brunt shares four ways your family can shop small.
- A tribute to OKC’s Santa Blair – This tribute honors a once-in-a-lifetime Oklahoma legend and his spirit of giving and joy.
- 6 questions with OKCPS Superintendent Dr. Jamie Polk – MetroFamily’s editorial and marketing director Erin Page sat down with Dr. Polk to discuss the challenges and dreams ahead for public education in Oklahoma City. You won’t want to miss more coming soon from this series highlighting prominent community leaders focused on topics pertinent to parents and families!