Melvin Moran: Seminole’s oil man with a heart of gold
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Melvin Moran: Seminole’s oil man with a heart of gold

Melvin Moran has spent a lifetime proving true riches lie not in the black gold beneath the earth, but in the philanthropy that elevates a community.

Born in St. Joseph, Missouri, Moran’s journey to becoming an Oklahoma icon began when his family moved to Seminole in 1940 when oil derricks dotted the landscape like steel forests. Over time, the dusty brick streets of the small town would lead Moran to establish a legacy of philanthropy, civic engagement and unwavering optimism.

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The secret sauce for successful corporate events: Hiring a professional emcee
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The secret sauce for successful corporate events: Hiring a professional emcee

Idaho Business Journal - As any corporate meeting planner knows, putting on a successful event requires a dedicated amount of preparation and attention to detail. While professionals focus on booking the venue, lining up the speaker and arranging the catering and A/V, one element often gets overlooked that can take an event from good to great: Hiring a professional master of ceremonies (MC or emcee).

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Just Getting Started - A combination of Peruvian, Asian and Latin flavors define James Vu’s cuisine at La Brasa
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Just Getting Started - A combination of Peruvian, Asian and Latin flavors define James Vu’s cuisine at La Brasa

Oklahoma Magazine - Known for its Asian-Peruvian fusion dishes, the restaurant presents an upbeat, Miami-style vibe. Colorful and lively with greenery hanging from the ceilings and street art decorating the massive space, the restaurant combines the flavors Vu grew up with and the different fusions of Latin American countries he loves.

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