Category: Oklahoma Things
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Farmer’s Grain Company: Edmond, OK
Hey, friend! Welcome back to another post. Today, I want to show you a historic grain elevator in Edmond, Oklahoma. Let’s get started! Historic Marker Transcription Farmer’s Grain Company 162 West First This was the first elevator and mill erected in Oklahoma. It was built by J.H. Snyder in 1891.…
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Giant Blue Hippo on Route 66: Edmond, OK
Hey, friend! Welcome back to another post. Today, I want to show a giant blue hippo that sits on the side of historic Route 66 in Edmond, Oklahoma. Let’s get started! Why is there a giant blue hippo in Edmond? The origin of the giant blue hippo isn’t known, but…
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KFOR News 4: OKC
Hey, friend! Welcome back to another post. Today, I want to show you the newest historic marker that was unveiled in Oklahoma City! In June 2025, a new historic marker was celebrated at KFOR studios in OKC to commemorate their 75th anniversary. Let’s go see it! Historic Marker Oklahoma’s First…
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Historic Rock of Ages Gas Station on Route 66
Hey, friend! Welcome back to another post. Today, I want to show you around a historic gas station that sits along Route 66 between Luther and Arcadia in Oklahoma. Let’s get started! Transcription of the Sign at the Site “This is one of the last old gasoline filling stations still…
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