Happy Friday BuzzHeads!

Hey BuzzHeads!

It’s the weekend and another month is gone! Get out and enjoy our beautiful little city this weekend. The weather should be great. Thank you for following Enid Buzz!

In the year 2025 Enid Buzz is celebrating 20 years in business! Stay tuned for fun celebrations happening throughout the year.

Keep up with the latest buzz around the area on EnidBuzz.com.

— Curtis D. Tucker, Owner

Autry Tech Presents an AI Summit

AI is transforming industries—how will it transform yours? Join Autry Technology Center on March 7 for Prompting in the Plains: An A.I. Summit and discover how AI can elevate your career!

This summit is perfect for:
- Business Owners & Executives
- Office Managers & Personnel
- Marketing & HR Professionals
- Data Analysts, Creatives, Photographers, Writers
- Researchers & Policy Makers

Gain practical insights from a dynamic keynote, real-world users, and hands-on sessions tailored to your field. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore AI’s potential in your industry! Learn more and register today

https://autrytech.edu/aisummit2025/

3rd Annual Tulips for Tatas

Join Tea and Country Estate on Saturday, April 5th, 2025, for their 3rd Annual Tulips for Tatas event, dedicated to supporting women in Northwest Oklahoma fighting breast cancer. Take your family for a day of community and fun, featuring a 5K run, flag football tournament, cornhole tournament, or simply enjoy the festivities. Get more information at https://www.teaandcountryestate.com/events.

Tulips for Tatas 5K begins at 9:00 a.m, check in at 8:00 a.m. This event is perfect for first-timers or Elite athletes alike. They wanted to let those participating know that the terrain is mostly pavement with about a mile being on gravel/dirt roads. Trail or good running shoes are recommended.

Tea and Country Estate is located at 406 E. Robertson Rd Enid, OK 73701.

Odd Oklahoma

Odd Oklahoma returns to the Stride Bank Center this March 15 bigger and odder than the first year! Enter the Stevie Nicks Look-Alike Contest! Calling all Gypsies, Sorcerers, and Gold Dust Women! Plus! See the amazing The Circus Man - Jason D'Vaude, who showcases advanced circus skills in a show that's fun for the whole family.

Get Your Hearing Checked In The New Year

Did you know that men with hearing loss had a 69% greater risk of developing dementia than men free of hearing loss? Hedges Regional Speech & Hearing offers many speech-language and hearing services! Stop by 2615 E Randolph or call (580) 234-3734 if you have questions.

• Diagnostic Hearing Evaluations
• Hearing Aid Sales and Repair
• CAPD Evaluations
• OSHA Hearing Screenings
• Speech/Language Evaluation
• Speech/Language Therapy •
And more!

Email [email protected] or visit hedgesspeechandhearing.com.

Business Bits

Boom-a-rang Diner - A new Boom-a-rang looks to be opening soon at Willow and Grand.

Whataburger? Whataburger will be opening a new location in Ponca City in April 2025. The site is a former Schlotzsky's location. Rumor says the burger chain may open a location in our former Schlotzsky's, which has a Ponca City owner listed.

Las Margaritas - Enid is getting a new eatery! New owners will be opening Las Margaritas Mexican Grill & Cantina in the old El Chico/Landrun location at 3710 W. Garriott. No opening date has been announced.

Pearson's Natural Food Center - A longtime Enid original, this business has been open for nearly 70 years is for sale. This spacious building and business has a PRIME location. At the corner of HWY 412 & Independence St. in Enid, OK, it's one of the first buildings you see when pulling into Enid, located just South of Downtown. 131 W. Garriott - Enid, OK. Call Buddy for a private showing: 580-234-7000.

Thistle Creek Mercantile has moved to 1100 N. Van Buren Bypass (Sunrise Sheds).

Enid Buzz Business Directory - Check out the Enid Business Directory, your online resource for local business in a variety of categories. Go to https://www.enidbuzz.com/business-directory/ for everything from Auto Body Shops to Hospitals. The directory page is promoted on the Enid Buzz blog, on the Enid Buzz Facebook page, in the Enid Buzz Insider email newsletter and on the Enid Buzz podcast. It also ranks in local Google searches.

Send your business bit to [email protected] 

What’s Buzzing?

Check out the Enid Buzz Calendar!

See upcoming local events listed at www.enidbuzz.com/events/. Get your events on the calendar by emailing info to [email protected]. Below are a few highlights coming soon.

Bull Riding - Get ready for an adrenaline-pumping evening of grit, determination, and nonstop action at the Chisholm Trail Expo Center! Be there on Saturday, March 15, for an unforgettable Bull Riding Event that will leave you on the edge of your seat. Tickets: Available now! Secure your seats early to guarantee your spot at this can't-miss event. Take the whole family for a night of entertainment and excitement—because nothing says action-packed fun like bull riding at its best!

Van Buren Cruise - Mark your calendars for Stayin Alive in 2025 on Father’s Day weekend! Friday & Saturday June 13-14, 2025 7:00pm-11:30pm. The Car Show will be Saturday, June 14, 2025 from 4-7pm at the Chisholm Trail Professional Bldg, 102 S Van Buren St.

More events and details on the calendar!

Restaurant Guide

Can’t decide where to eat? Browse the Enid Buzz Quick Restaurant Guide at www.enidbuzz.com/restaurants/. There are over 100 eateries listed with phone and location.

FEATURING:
Taco Bandito
Lot-A-Burger Enid, OK
Chicaro’s Happy’s Place

If you see a change or correction email [email protected].

Last But Not Least!

Send me any birthdays, anniversaries, or other fun announcements. Also be sure to get your events listed on the calendar.

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