Oklahoman
Bathroom tile alone usually isn t all that interesting, but 2-by-4 tile is if it s 2 feet by 4 feet.
French Construction added a cathedral ceiling, freestanding tub and frameless shower, for an absorbing effect. Then there s the grand entry way with 12-foot ceiling, and the cathedral ceiling that runs from the kitchen through the living room.
Of special interest, perhaps, to aging boomers, the four bedrooms, three baths, half-bath, study and game room are all on on level. The list of amenities goes on.
French Construction Tom French and his son, Andrew wasn t the only builder pouring on the amenities and extras for this year s smaller-than-usual Parade of Homes Spring Festival this weekend and next.
The historically charming streets of Guthrie could have become a veritable ghost town in 2020.
The COVID-19 pandemic canceled beloved events like the Territorial Christmas festivities, Oklahoma International Bluegrass Festival and 89er Days Celebration. Overnight visitors stopped booking rooms. The Scottish Rite Masonic Temple couldn t host tours, concerts or other events. Tourism is our bread and butter . and the pandemic was hampering our overnight tourism so much, said Justin Fortney, Guthrie s director of tourism and community development. But having Reagan posted up for such a long time was a lifesaver. Between Reagan and some of the Lazy E (Arena) events that they had there last year in 2020, those things were a lifeline to the economy here.