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In this heat, one thing we can all agree on is the need for a cool solution to our Monday morning routine. That’s why we’re serving up this edition of Monday Morning Coffee à la Mode — we’d like to introduce you to Oklahoma City’s Roxy’s Ice Cream Social. Roxy’s offers Philadelphia-style ice cream — […]

Gyms in most areas were closed for months and quarantine had many of us heading to the refrigerator more than normal. Now maybe you want to get back on track, but don’t know where to start. Want someone to help you make good food decisions? Sam Marek, nutritionist and fitness coach, at BFIT CrossFit is […]
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Tucked away in a large clearing and surrounded by forest is St. Joseph’s new bike trail, complete with dirt-worn hills, obstacles and some jumps for riders of all levels. The best part is it represents the effort of several enthusiastic volunteers. The second-best part? The trail is drawing in new riders to the sport and […]
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It’s summer, and that means lots of time outdoors in the sun. There are so many outdoor activities to choose from during this season, but for many, spending the day on the lake is a must. But what if you long to go out on the water, but don’t have your own kayak or paddle […]
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If you’ve ever walked out of a dark movie theater into bright afternoon sunshine, the feeling of emerging from a Covid-19 shelter-at-home order wasn’t completely new. You’re a little surprised to find that the world is still out there. In both cases, you’ve probably indulged in a little too much sitting and a few too […]
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It’s summer, and it’s hot. That means it’s the perfect weather to feel the wind in your hair at a locally-owned electric go-kart track, Joe Town Speedway. Built in 2018, Joe Town Speedway is one of the most technologically-advanced tracks anywhere, with the karts operating with no gasoline. There’s no motor-like smell, no fumes and […]
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There is just something about shopping locally that makes your experience special. Add to that curated items that are matched with your personal preferences and you have a shopping experience that you will want to repeat again and again. If you haven’t shopped at the new Life.Style Boutique inside St. Joseph’s Garden Gate, you are […]
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When Father’s Day rolls around, traditions can almost move forward on autopilot. Barbecue out back, beer on ice and a game on the television. Long ago resigned to the impossible, you gave up giving your dad a creative gift. It’s a polo shirt every year, only varying in color and brand. This year, why not […]

Imagine you’re going on a first date. You wear your go-to outfit that makes you look amazing, but sends a clear message that you’re not trying too hard. You’ve got breath mints in your pocket and a mental list of topics in case conversation is a little rough. You walk into the restaurant, spot your […]
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Normal. What does that word even mean? As cities, businesses and families across the country take their first measured steps toward “normal,” we at SJC Marketing have had cause to ponder the phrase itself. And we wholeheartedly decided maybe we weren’t all that normal to begin with. And maybe we don’t care to go back […]
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