April 12, 2018

April 12, 2018

Vol. 18, No. 46

In This Issue BELLY DANCER

Belly Dancer, in real life is located in front of On Cue at 33rd and Kelly but is hidden somewhere in our paper this week. Email contest@ edmondpaper.com with the correct location to be entered in the weekly drawing. For more information see page 4.

Spring into Health and Fitness See B Section

Some tough decisions have to be made by caregivers, when it comes to a loved one suffering from Alzheimer’s.

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For the second consecutive year, total payments to care for individuals living with Alzheimer’s or other dementias will surpass a quarter of a trillion dollars ($277 billion), which includes an increase of nearly $20 billion from last year, according to data reported in the Alzheimer’s Association 2018 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures report released recently.

New findings from the report show the growing burden of Alzheimer’s on people living with the disease, their families and caregivers, as well as society at large. The number of older Americans is growing rapidly, so too is the number of people living with Alzheimer’s and the subsequent impact to the nation’s economy.

By 2050, the total cost of care for Alzheimer’s is projected to increase to more than $1.1 trillion.

Given the long duration of this disease, the strain on Alzheimer’s

caregivers can last several years and produce serious declines in caregiver physical, emotional and financial well-being. In 2017, 16 million Americans provided an estimated 18.4 billion hours of unpaid care in the form of physical, emotional and financial support – a contribution to the nation valued at $232.1 billion. The difficulties associated with providing this level of care are estimated to have resulted in $11.4 billion in additional healthcare costs for Alzheimer’s and other dementia caregivers in 2017.

Mortality from Alzheimer’s disease continues to rise. While deaths from other major causes continue to decrease, new data from the report shows that deaths from Alzheimer’s disease have more than doubled, increasing 123 percent between 2000 and 2015. For context the number of deaths from heart disease – the number one killer in America – decreased 11 percent.

Updated Alzheimer’s Statistics The Facts and Figures report provides an in-depth look at the latest national and state statistics and information on Alzheimer’s prevalence, incidence, mortality, costs of care and caregiving: Prevalence, Incidence and Mortality n An estimated 5.7 million Americans of all ages are living with Alzheimer’s dementia in 2018.

-- 5.5 million age 65 and older; 200,000 under the age of 65 (younger-onset Alzheimer’s) n Of the estimated 5.7 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s dementia in 2018, over 64,000 are Oklahoma residents. n By 2025 – just seven years from now – the number of people age 65 and older with Alzheimer’s dementia is estimated to reach 7.1 million – an continued on Page 3

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Cover From Page 1 increase of almost 29 percent from the 5.5 million age 65 and older affected in 2018.

Here in Oklahoma, the estimated number of individuals with Alzheimer’s will be 76,000. n Barring the development of medical breakthroughs, the number of people age 65 and older with Alzheimer’s dementia may nearly triple from 5.5 million to 13.8 million by 2050. n Two-thirds of Americans over age 65 with Alzheimer’s dementia (3.4 million) are women. n Every 65 seconds, someone in the U.S. develops Alzheimer’s dementia. By mid-century, someone in the U.S. will develop the disease every 33 seconds. n Alzheimer’s is the sixth-leading cause of death in the U.S., and it is the fifth-leading cause of death for those age 65 and older. In Oklahoma, 1,498 died with Alzheimer’s in 2015, the most recent figure available. n As the population of the U.S. ages, Alzheimer’s is becoming a more common cause of death, and it is the only top 10 cause of death that cannot be prevented, cured or even slowed.

Cost of Care n Total national cost of caring for those with Alzheimer’s and other dementias is estimated at $277 billion (not including unpaid caregiving) in 2018, of which $186 billion is the cost to Medicare and Medicaid; out-of-pocket costs represent $60 billion of the total payments, while other costs total $30 billion. n In Oklahoma, the report estimated total Medicaid costs for Americans with dementia age 65 and older is $481 million for 2018.

In the next seven years, that figure is expected to increase 24.8 percent to approximately $600

million. n Total payments for health care, long-term care and hospice care for people with Alzheimer’s and other dementias are projected to increase to more than $1.1 trillion in 2050 (in 2018 dollars). n In 2017, the lifetime cost of care for a person living with dementia was $341,840 – with 70 percent of this cost borne by families directly through out-ofpocket costs and the value of unpaid care.

Caregiving n Nearly half of all caregivers (48 percent) who provide help to older adults do so for

Farmers Market nears opening

The Edmond Farmers Market opens Saturday, April 14 at the Festival Market Place in Downtown Edmond.

Fresh produce, cut flowers and Made in Oklahoma (MIO) items will be available each Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. through the end of October.

Some of the items that will be for sale include cut flowers, fresh baked breads and fresh local produce.

Shoppers can also find Angus beef, eggs, honey, wine, pasta, salsa, jams & jellies, cheeses and other MIO products. Please note that the Edmond Farmers Market is a pet free zone.

New this year there will be a featured vendor highlighted each week on the Edmond Farmers Market Facebook page. You can also find a full

list of 2018 vendors at http://edmondok.com/FarmersMarket.

2018 Farmers Market hours are April 14 - Oct. 27 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The market will not be open May 5 during the Downtown Edmond Arts Festival.

Special Wednesday Markets will take place June 6 - Aug. 29 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Wednesday markets are located in Mitch Park at the parking lot between the basketball court and baseball fields.

Festival Market Place is located at 24 West First Street, just west of Broadway in Downtown Edmond. For more information or to become a vendor, call 359-4630. Mitch Park is located at 2733 Marilyn Williams Drive on Covell Road between Kelly Avenue and Santa Fe Avenue.

someone with Alzheimer’s or another dementia. n Approximately two-thirds of caregivers are women, and onethird of dementia caregivers are daughters. n Forty-one percent of caregivers have a household income of $50,000 or less.

Full text of the Facts and Figures report, including the accompanying Special Report, can be viewed at alz.org/facts.

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From the Publisher

Nigh is a good guy When former Governor and the former University of Central Oklahoma President George Nigh called a couple of weeks ago and wanted to have lunch, I was thrilled. A one on one with Nigh is al- Ray Hibbard ways a delight and this time was everything I expected and more. At 90 years young, he is still sharp, intelligent and has the best sense of humor of any state leader I’ve ever known.

Conversation over lunch with Nigh was a great reminder that his type of leadership is sure missing at the Capitol. Watching the teachers walk out and the crowds at the legislative session was amazing. It seemed to me some of the representatives were getting angry that the teachers were there. I cannot imagine why that would be. First, it is their right in the United States to do so. Secondly, if the Oklahoma Legislature had taken some action over the last three years to properly fund education, it would not have come to this. If our elected representatives feel pressured, good but they should also understand they brought it on themselves. My dad used to say, “Not making a decision IS making a decision.”

I asked Nigh about the actions of the teachers and where he stood and of course he supports them. He reminded me that all the former Oklahoma governors, Republicans and Democrats, came together to support the initiative brought forth from the business and civic leadership of the state a few weeks ago. With many of the business leaders supporting a plan that would tax their own industry. I don’t know what derailed it. It may have been ego at accepting a plan from outside the backroom, closed door crowd but if the legislators had approved that measure, they wouldn’t have the teachers standing in the hallways and doors of the Capitol.

Nigh is still a big fan of our Edmond community. After an incredible and successful career in Oklahoma elected office, he served as President of UCO from 1992 to 1997. He started the transition of UCO from a commuter college to a regional university including the adding and remodel of residential dormitories.

Nigh is the one who really got the transformation kickstarted which was important because he is one of the

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George and Donna Nigh, at a recent Edmond event.

few who had the clout to take a university that was stuck in neutral and get it moving again. The presidents who followed Nigh were smart enough to take the hint and continue the progress.

While we were having lunch, students from UCO recognized their former president. Since Nigh has always been approachable, they did not hesitate to introduce themselves and thank him for what he has done for UCO. It tells me that UCO has done a good job of letting their students know about the history and successful leadership over the last few decades.

The first time I met Nigh was when he was Governor in 1982. I was fresh out of Oklahoma State University, married and working for my mentors Leland and Vicki Gourley at OKC FRIDAY Newspaper. Leland had written an editorial that many of the state legislators were not happy about the annual Gridiron performance. Nigh traded seats with my wife and me putting us right in the middle of the tables occupied by those same legislators.

I excused myself during one of the intermissions and when I returned sitting in my seat, right next to my bride, was the Governor of Oklahoma himself. He was telling his usual round of great stories and jokes to the folks sitting at the table. I was all of 22 years old and did not know

what the proper protocol was for such situations. Mom had made sure I went to all the etiquette classes as a teenager, so I would know what fork to use and how to ask a girl to dance but there was nothing in those classes about what to do or say if you returned to your seat and found the governor of the state sitting in your chair. I did not know if I should just leave and come back or find another chair. I chose to just stand there like a country bumpkin.

It didn’t take long for Nigh to feel my presences over his shoulder, but he just kept telling his story. After a few more awkward minutes, for me anyway, he turned to me and said, “Well don’t just stand there man, get another seat. I’m the Governor for goodness sakes.” It was so darned funny I couldn’t help but laugh along with my wife and the rest of the folks at the table. I realized then our Governor had set me up for the whole thing. He got up shook my hand and introduced himself which included an apology for taking advantage of my need to go to the restroom for some good-natured humor on his part. I have been a giant fan ever since.

One of his speeches I heard at a convention when he was Governor started with this, “If you take a line and draw it from the most northeastern part of this great country to the tip of the far southwestern part of it

and you draw another line from the tip of the northwestern United States of America to the tip of Florida, the lines cross (long pause for effect) somewhere the heck in Kansas. But my point is that Oklahoma is not in the southwest but the central of our country,” he said. It was too funny but made a great case for economic growth for our state.

If you are not from around these parts here is some information you should know about Oklahoma’s favored son, George Nigh, served as the 17th and 22nd Governor of Oklahoma. He was the first Oklahoma Governor to be re-elected and the first to win all 77 counties in the state. Additionally, short term vacancies in the Governor's office twice resulted in Nigh assuming gubernatorial duties while serving as lieutenant governor.

He was born in McAlester, Okla., served in the United States Navy, was a history teacher in McAlester Public Schools and served in the Oklahoma House of Representatives.

During his time in the House, he introduced the legislation designating “Oklahoma!” to be our state song.

The first time he ran for Lt. Governor of Oklahoma was in 1954 but he finished second in the Democratic primary behind a fellow named Cowboy Pink Williams. That was really his legal name folks. The man had it changed from Simeon Pinckney Williams to Cowboy Pink Williams.

That must have been when Nigh developed his terrific sense of humor.

He was lucky enough to marry the former Donna Mashborn, a former ticket agent for TWA. She had a 10year-old son at the time and later they would have a daughter together who they named Georgeann. I think that Nigh would be the first to agree that Donna has been his greatest asset in politics and an incredible partner in life. She is one of the most gracious ladies you could ever meet and no matter what your politics might be, you will like her. The two have done so much for our state.

It has been confusing to me what to call George Nigh over the years.

Should I call him Gov. Nigh or President Nigh or just George. I decided to just ask him. He paused to give it some thought and then said, “How about Your Royal Highness?” I decided to pick that one and he has regretted giving that suggestion even in fun ever since. What I am proud to call him is friend.

(Ray Hibbard may be reached by email at ray@edmondpaper.com)

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Weekend calendar of events ........................................................Page 7.

Columnist welcomes spring -- finally ............................................Page 8.

How safe is vaping? ..................................................................Page 11.

Citizens Bank president helps man’s business dream ..................Page 13.

George Gust reviews film “Blockers” ..........................................Page 15.

Crossword ..................................................................................Page 15.

Business News ............................................................................Page 21.

New restaurant coming to Bryant Square ..................................Page 22.

Worship directory ......................................................................Page 23.

Find the ‘Belly Dancer’ bear’ We are continuing the bear art for our regular weekly contest.

Belly Dancer, in real life is located in front of On Cue at 33rd and Kelly but is hidden somewhere in our paper this week.

Email contest@edmondpaper.com with the correct location to be entered in the weekly drawing.

Belly Dancer is by artist Joshua Tobey.

“We love that Edmond encourages business owners to purchase art. Beyond the aesthetic appeal of the artwork, our bear is friendly and greets our customers with a wave and a smile. Our bear has personality and has been known to dress up from time to time (we think he may be a Thunder fan). We encourage customers to take selfies with our bear and tag @oncueexpress and use the hashtag #MyOnCue.”- Laura Griffith Aufleger, VP Corporate Communications for OnCue

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Part of $100 million investment

More tornado shelters approved by board

By Steve Gust Thanks to a $100 million investment, all Edmond School District campuses are only a few years away from providing maximum tornado protection for nearly 25,000 students and 2,750 personnel.

Last week the Edmond Board of Education approved bids for two more storm shelters.

Jenco Construction of Oklahoma City was awarded $3.7 million to build a second shelter at Edmond Santa Fe High School. The facility also will be used for a band room as well as a robotics classroom. W.L. McNatt Construction of Oklahoma City was awarded $1.8 million for a shelter at Northern Hills Elementary School.

With construction on those shelters expecting to take 14 months each, the five-member board also approved plans and authorized bidding to start for Chisholm Elementary School. That shelter will double as a media center.

Justin Coffelt, the district's chief operating officer, predicted 95 percent of all the shelter work would be done by 2021.

Before the meeting, Superintendent Bret Towne reflected on the decision to protect 18 elementary schools, six middle schools and three high schools.

"This was in response to student safety," Towne said. "After Moore, we decided to make every school safe."

On May 20, 2013, seven Moore schoolchildren were among those killed when a deadly EF-5 twister struck that town.

Edmond schools built after 1990 have shelters or underground protection. The district started adding reinforced storm protection for older schools.

Coffelt said such shelters are now complete at Clyde Howell, John Ross, Sunset, Clegern, Russell Dougherty and Orvis Risner, all elementary schools. Ida Freeman Elementary is

wrapping up construction and should be ready in June, Coffelt said. Central Middle School has begun construction on a shelter, which Coffelt predicted would be ready by fall 2019.

Because of higher school enrollment, high schools will be equipped with two shelters each. One is done at Santa Fe on the west side, and construction soon will begin on the other one.

In June, construction will begin on a shelter at Edmond North High School. In a few years, a second shelter will be built on the west side of the school. The school now uses the Siberian Gym as a shelter. It's a similar story at Edmond Memorial High School, where one shelter will open in the fall and another in a few years, after the new, revamped football stadium is completed.

Some campuses have storm protection now, but not with standards that fully meet Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) specifications. Sequoyah Middle School will have a practice gym double as a shelter, with construction set to start in 2019. Sequoyah, with berms, now has underground protection.

Some schools, such as Will Rogers Elementary, will undergo what Coffelt called a "hardening." Long, sturdy beams will be drilled in the cafeteria floor and into the slab this summer.

Those beams will provide extra support to the roof. Doors, built to withstand high winds, also will be installed.

Newer schools, such as Centennial Elementary and Heartland Middle School, were built with shelters meeting FEMA standards. The shelter work has been funded by bond issue packages that were passed in 2015 and 2017. Last year's bond passed with more than 80 percent of voter support.

"We are fortunate that we're in a community that made this happen," Coffelt said. "The district, parents and everyone is appreciative."

Coffelt (Justin) said such shelters are now complete at Clyde Howell, John Ross, Sunset, Clegern, Russell Dougherty and Orvis Risner, all elementary schools.

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‘Ancestor secrets’ topic of next Edmond Genealogical meeting The Edmond Genealogical Society (EGS) is pleased to announce the program for its April meeting is “Discovering Your Ancestor’s Secrets.” Presenting the program is Kathryn Spurgeon, author, speaker, researcher, and mentor to international students.

The meeting will be held on Monday, April 16, at 6:30pm at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints located at 1315 E. 33rd in Edmond.

Kathryn Spurgeon’s work has appeared in many publications. She has won numerous writing awards and published over 100 stories and articles. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Oklahoma University and has pursued Creative Writing at the University of Central Oklahoma. As an adoptive mother, she lived in South Korea for two years in her early twenties, spent time in an orphanage and adopted two Korean baby girls.

Then she became a single mom for 18 years, going from welfare to college to owning a large corporation. She became a CPA and took care of the medical needs of over 4,000 prisoners and hired over 100 personnel. She also became a Counselor, ministering to more than 200 inmates. Now she mentors international students.

Kathryn was inspired to write about her own family, which turned into a series of books. She will discuss how she researched her historical book series, by interviewing many friends and family members, reviewing public documents from the Pottawatomie County Historical Society in Shawnee & Oklahoma History Center in Oklahoma City.

The OKC History Center is northeast of the Capitol and holds a huge museum. The research center staff was very helpful, gathering books, looking up data for her. She will explain the process that helped

Kathryn Spurgeon her provide the data for her books.

Her husband claims she enjoyed the research more than the writing!

Kathryn and her husband, Bill, live in Edmond, and have six children and 12 grandchildren.

The EGS meeting is free and open to the public. Parking and entry to the church is through the rear of the building. The church is fully handicap accessible.

The EGS meets on the third Monday evening of each month, with speakers on subjects of interest to genealogists and historians. Membership is open to anyone interested in historical or genealogical research. For more information please see the group’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/EdmondGenSoc. Next month’s presentation, on May 21, will feature speaker Alan Hollingsworth, MD, speaking on the mysterious murder of his grandfather. “Killing Albert Berch” is the title of his presentation. The meeting will be held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Edmond. Free genealogy assistance is available for those who come early to the meeting at 5:30 p.m.

The meeting will start promptly at 6:30 p.m.

SEQUOYAH PLAY --- Sequoyah Middle School this week will be having a production of ‘Peter Pan.’ All tickets for the show are $5. The entertainment starts today at 6:30 p.m. at the school, 1125 E. Danforth. Friday’s show is also 6:30 p.m. On Saturday there are two performances, at 4:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. In the photographs are, above, Wendy & Michael: Aidan & Taylor Kelley and below, Hook & Crocodile: Matthew Entwistle and Kai Reynolds-Latham.

The director is Miriam Conrady and the assistant director is Janice Ragan.

OU Medical Center Edmond presents

“The Senior Class” an educational series for senior adults.

Topic:

Medication Considerations for the Older Patient

Speaker:

Gerardo Lopez, M.D.

Date:

April 18, 2018 from 12 pm to 1 pm

This is a free class, but reservations are required to attend.

A light lunch will be provided.

To reserve your spot, please call 844-5700.

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April 13 ---- At The Throttle ---- Home – The Acclaimed Musical ---- Movie in the Park ---- Western Heritage Awards ---- Barrel Bash ---- Southwest Street Rod Nationals ---- Petite Mort a triple bill ---- Disney's The Little Mermaid ---- Ronnie Milsap at Riverwind ---- Azalea Festival ---- ARTini ---- Live on the Plaza April 14 ---- Home – The Acclaimed Musical ---- Western Heritage Awards ---- Steam Train Rides ---- Barrel Bash ---- Southwest Street Rod Nationals ---- Petite Mort a triple bill ---- Disney's The Little Mermaid ---- 2018 Demo Day ---- Navajo Rug Sale & Silent Auction ----- Edmond Farmer's Market Opening Day ---- High School Slow Pitch Festival ---- Stephanie Mills and Freddie Jackson at Riverwind Casino.

---- Azalea Festival, Muskogee ---- Wanderlust Pop-up Shops ---- Art Group Group Show April 15 ---- Home – The Acclaimed Musical ---- Steam Train Rides ---- Barrel Bash ---- Petite Mort a triple bill ---- Disney's The Little Mermaid ---- Azalea Festival Muskogee.

More Information

At The Throttle Location: Oklahoma Railway Museum Extra Info: Your opportunity to be a Steam Locomotive Engineer Take the reins of the “Iron Horse”!

“At the Throttle” is coming to the Oklahoma Railway Museum this fall.

The program is a unique opportunity for rail fans to live their dream of running a steam locomotive. On Friday April 13th and Sunday 15th you will be able to power down the tracks behind Leigh Valley Coal Company No. 126.

No previous locomotive experience is required. A qualified engineer will be in the cab at all time. Participants will enjoy a half hour operating the engine (including safety orientation).

Time slots available from 8:00 am6:00 pm

Home – The Acclaimed Musical Location: Lyric Theatre Extra Info: The True Story that Became the Tony Award-Winning Musical!

Based on Alison Bechdel’s best-selling graphic memoir, Fun Home introduces us to Alison at three different ages as she explores and unravels the many mysteries of her childhood. A refreshingly honest musical about seeing your parents through grownup eyes. This musical contains adult content.

Movie in the Park Location: Mitch Park Amphitheater Extra Info: Movies in the Park are back for 2018! Starting the year off with that lovable bull, Ferdinand.

Movies start at dusk located behind the MAC building in Mitch Park.

Movies are free with concessions $1 each.

Western Heritage Awards Location: National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum Extra Info: 8am – 5pm, The Museum’s Western Heritage Awards was established in 1961 as the pinnacle commemoration of the American West by honoring the legacy of men and women for their works in literature, music, film, and television. The evening includes the induction of individuals into the Hall of Great Western Performers and the Hall of Great Westerners who made extraordinary contributions to shaping the American West’s rich heritage. The evening continues with the Chester A.

Reynolds Memorial Award presentation named after the Museum’s founder, given to an individual for their unwavering commitment to the American West’s future. All award recipients receive The Wrangler, a bronze sculpture of a cowboy on horseback representing an iconic symbol of American West determination, persistence, and pride.

Steam Train Rides Location: Oklahoma Railway Museum Extra Info: Relive the golden age of steam railroading when the Oklahoma Railway Museum host Leigh Valley Coal Company #126. The beautifully restored 1930s-era coalburning saddle tank steam locomotive affectionately known as “Sadie”.

Ride in vintage 1920s & 30s passenger cars or on an open flatcar or caboose and enjoy the unique experience of hearing that engine chug down the track during the 35 – 40 minute excursion.

Barrel Bash Location: Lazy E Arena, Guthrie Extra Info: Three-day barrel racing event. For more information call 405282-RIDE or go to www.LazyE.com.

Southwest Street Rod Nationals Location: Centennial Building, The Pavilion, Modern Living Building & Oklahoma Expo Hall at Oklahoma State Fair Park Time: 8 am – 5pm, Sunday until 2pm Petite Mort a triple bill Location: Civic Center Music Hall Time: 8pm, Sunday 2pm Jiří Kylián’s Petite Mort (Company Premiere) Jiří Kylián is widely considered one of the most important choreographers in the world today. He created Petite Mort especially for the Salzburg Arts Festival on the 200th anniversary of Mozart’s death, selecting the slow parts of two of the composer’s most beautiful and popular piano concertos. .

Disney's The Little Mermaid Location: The Pollard Theater Company in Guthrie Time: 8pm; More information, Page 19.

Edmond Farmer's Market Opening Day Location: Festival Market Place and Plaza Extra Info: The annual Edmond Farmer's Market runs every Saturday mid-April ---- October, except for the first weekend in May due to the Arts Festival. The market is located on 1st Street, one block west of Broadway in Edmond. It is a family friendly environment where you can purchase regionally grown produce and Made in Oklahoma food items.

2018 Demo Day Location: Kickingbird Golf Club Extra Info: 10am – 2pm, Free; Great opportunity to try the latest and greatest in the new 2018 equipment.

All of the leading manufacturers will be present. Titleist, Callaway, Ping, Taylor Made, Cleveland, Mizuno and many more) Navajo Rug Sale & Silent Auction Location: National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum Extra Info: Third-generation trader Jackson Clark II, owner of the respected Toh-Atin Gallery, showcases more than 100 dazzling colors, patterns, and craftsmanship in contemporary and antique weavings ranging in value from $100 to $10,000. At any time during the Silent Auction individuals may purchase a rug at 20% over the minimum if it does not have an earlier bid.

Proceeds from the sale support the Museum’s exhibitions and programs.

No advanced registration is required.

Free admission and open to the public.

For more information, visit nationalcowboymuseum.org.

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Commentary ... We’re on YOUR Side

Brutal politics & weather One of those is golf. Did Politics is really a full conyou happen to see pro golfer tact sport these days, isn’t it?

Sergio Garcia at the MasSeems like there a lot of ters? bullying that goes on from He had some serious trouboth sides. It’s tough for the ble with one of the holes on groups to sit down and listen the back nine Thursday. to each other.

He put four balls into the Lets talk about something water on one hole for a 13. even more brutal, the weather. It sure was over the Steve Gust Wow. Golf is a tough sport. It can make you feel on top on weekend. the world or it can humble you big A late winter storm? Wow. time, like it did Sergio.

I guess there is a precedent for And this came only 12 months April having bad weather. I certainly after Garcia won the Masters and his wasn’t expecting it.

Did any of you wonderful folks see green jacket. Folks, it really is a short the poor car on South Broadway Sat- walk from the castle to the out house. urday? Looked like the motorist was Then there’s baseball. Hard for me trying to cross the bridge over Meto believe the New York Yankees lost morial while heading south.

Sunday. They came into extra innings The icy conditions apparently trailing Baltimore, 8-7. But they made the car go into a spin. It went loaded the bases with nobody out a full 180 and slammed into the bridge wall where it was abandoned. and their two big bats due up. A double play and a strikeout ended the That isn’t the way I’d want my game. Wow. weekend to start. As we go to press Speaking of extra innings, the OKC this Monday, the weather has greatly Dodgers and its minor league have improved. some new rules. In extra innings a Don’t forget that most of the runner will be placed at second base swimming pools we all love open before the first batter comes to the next month. plate. Baseball purists won’t like it.

----Yes it’s spring and outdoor sports (Steve Gust may be reached at are getting their share of attention. news@edmondpaper.com)

Insurance tax penalties hurt working families

By The Oklahoman Editorial Board One of the triumphs of the tax-cut bill approved by Congress in December was its repeal of the Affordable Care Act's individual mandate penalty. The penalty did little to boost insurance coverage and much to penalize people who already lacked the funds for insurance.

That hasn't stopped legislators in some liberal states from trying to reimpose the same penalty again, even though the results will be much the same.

In Maryland, lawmakers have proposed imposing a state-level individual penalty of at least $695 per person for those who lack insurance. Under that proposal, uninsured Maryland citizens must

pay the penalty or have their tax refund money withheld and used as a “down payment” on health insurance.

In Connecticut, the Senate leader, a Democrat, has proposed imposing a tax penalty of up to $10,000 on those who don't have insurance. One reason he and other supporters of the penalty want to see it increased so dramatically is that the old federal penalty ($695 or 2.5 percent of personal income, whichever is higher) typically cost less than insurance, which is why so many people chose to pay the penalty.

Charlie Katebi, a state government relations manager at The Heartland Institute, notes a typical plan available on an Obamacare exchange costs

nearly $5,000 for the average person.

Those policies often have high deductibles and limited provider networks, making them an expensive proposition with little real value, particularly to lower middle-class workers who earn just enough that they don't receive federal subsidies.

Katebi points out that the federal penalty was mostly imposed on people of modest means.

“Data from the Internal Revenue Service discovered that nearly four out of five families that pay Obamacare's insurance penalty make less than $50,000 per year,” Katebi wrote. “And two out of every five families make less than $25,000 per year.”

That was the case in Oklahoma, where 81 percent of those paying the penalty made $50,000 or less.

So the efforts of some liberal lawmakers who want to replace the federal penalty with an even larger state penalty would do nothing to make insurance affordable for those families. The new penalties would only deprive those lower middle-class families of much-needed income. It appears their plan is for the beatings to continue until morale improves.

Katebi notes there are alternatives. Idaho has sought to legalize the sale of health insurance policies that aren't subject to many Obamacare mandates. In response, Blue Cross of Idaho unveiled plans that could be purchased for as little as $89 a month in premiums.

Blue Cross estimated up to 110,000 currently uninsured individuals in Idaho would sign up for those lower-cost options.

Textbook complaints indict local boards

By The Oklahoman Editorial Board At last week's teacher protests, many participants demanded that lawmakers attach more strings to state school funding. Teachers didn't use those exact words, of course, but the underlying message was the same, and it's an implicit indictment of local school boards' management.

Many teachers complained that their classes have outdated or worn-out textbooks. One teacher said, “I don't have one textbook in my classroom.” Some protesters held aloft battered copies of textbooks as visual props.

It's true Oklahoma lawmakers haven't provided a line-item appropriation for textbooks for several years. The reason for that change is worth noting.

Fortunately, legislative leaders explicitly addressed the issue in 2016.

That year, former House Speaker Jeff Hickman, R-Fairview, and Senate Appropriations & Budget Committee Chairman Clark Jolley, R-Edmond, is-

sued a release on elimination of a line-item appropriation for textbooks.

“The Legislature put $33 million previously lineitemed for textbooks into the state-aid funding formula so schools can make spending decisions at the local level based on their own unique needs,” Hickman said. “Education leaders, including Superintendent (Joy) Hofmeister, made it clear to us this session that schools wanted more money directed through the funding formula so schools will have more discretion and flexibility.

The funds didn't go away. Schools are still receiving the money that would have been line-itemed for textbooks, but now they have greater discretion to use those dollars for more pressing needs at the local level or to buy new textbooks.”

Jolley noted that schools "have been crying out for more money to be placed in the formula for several years in a row. When I asked the leadership of the Oklahoma State School Boards Association

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if it would be more important for these funds to be in textbooks or the formula, I was told the formula gave the greatest flexibility to districts.”

In short, state textbook funding has not been eliminated. Instead, local schools have been given the chance to use that money elsewhere if desired.

With a line-item appropriation, schools could spend the money only on textbooks.

So it's worth asking: If schools haven't used any of that money on textbooks since then, what did districts do with those millions? Based on the teachers' protests, the cash apparently didn't go to teacher pay. And if this is a problem, why aren't teacher union members protesting local school boards that diverted textbook funds to other uses?

On a similar note, the Senate has advanced a measure, Senate Joint Resolution 70, that would allow voters to amend the Oklahoma Constitution to give schools the flexibility to use local property tax for some operational costs, such as teacher pay.

Currently, that money can be used only for buildings. Yet education groups opposed SJR 70.

If a good teacher is the most important expenditure in a school's budget, then why should the state make it illegal for schools to direct available money to teacher pay? The textbook issue suggests an answer.

Teachers often decry state “micromanagement.” Yet when it comes to textbook funds and use of schools' property taxes, it seems many educators have more faith in state-level dictates than in the financial oversight of their local school boards.

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Questions linger over Covell-I-35 development

By Eriech Tapia NewsOK.com/The Oklahoman The Legacy at Covell is shaping up to be one of the largest tracts of development the city has ever seen, with upscale residential living, retail and good times for the family.

“We are trying to enhance the experience, so that it is not just a shopping experience,” said Kip Ryan, development project manager for Raptor Properties.

With more than 130 acres to possibly build on at Covell Road and Interstate 35, developers are hoping to put apartments or other forms of residential structures on 47.7 acres, which would mostly be located on top of retail.

“It's a multigenerational family project,” said Todd McKinnis, the attorney representing the developers.

“We see it as creating a legacy for future generations and further deepening our partnership with the City of Edmond,” he said.

The first section of retail and residential will be built between the ShowBiz Cinema and the hotel, with walking spaces and a courtyard area.

“The northwest corner (of Covell and I-35) is kind of the jewel of the area,” Ryan said.

Many of the merchants planned are national retailers that are waiting on several components to fall into place, said John Wooley II, with Raptor

Recently, ShowBiz Cinemas received its site plan approval from the planning commission, which allows for construction to begin.

Properties.

“Nationally speaking, that is a very hot component that ties in well with the residential component of the mixed-use development,” Wooley said.

“We want to bring the best to Edmond that we can.”

With little traffic outside of the weekend, McKinnis said the area is great on the weekends, but having the residential component would help during the weekdays.

“Retailers tell us that I-35 makes them happy Friday through Sunday, but Monday through Thursday they need people who are living out there and who are close by,” he said.

Developers on the project have proposed less signage than what is allowed but are hoping to have them condensed into two signs along I-35.

The sign along Sooner has been reduced to 40 feet tall.

The two signs along I-35 would be 60 feet tall

with 200 square feet on each sign face, which is 50 square feet larger than city code allows.

“We have been encouraged by the city to do these master sign and landscape plans,” McKinnis said.

He is hoping the plan is approved, alleviating the need for signs to be dotted along the highway.

He can build up to 24 signs under the current zoning.

A final site plan would be required for the area once plans begin to develop and developers wish to pursue construction. Raptor Properties is the developer on the project.

“We are trying to be diligent on our design plans,” McKinnis said.

Now, the only business to be completed on the property is the Hilton Garden Inn and Edmond Conference Center.

Rezoning of the property to a specific planned unit development was scheduled to come before the Edmond City Council earlier this week.

The Edmond Planning Commission voted 3-2 in opposition of the planned unit development on March 20.

Recently, ShowBiz Cinemas received its site plan approval from the planning commission, which allows for construction to begin.

The project is expected to be finished by the end of November.

Show for mature audiences

‘Brain Death, Expiring Minds’ production at UCO Jazz Lab The University of Central Oklahoma School of Music’s Musical Theatre program will present the wild and fast-paced satirical show “Six Women with Brain Death or Expiring Minds Want to Know” at 7:30 p.m.

April 12-14 and at 5 p.m. April 15 in the UCO Jazz Lab, 100 E 5th St. in Edmond.

Written by Oklahoma’s own Mark Houston, the Saturday Night Livestyled comedy is not for the faint-ofheart. “Six Women with Brain Death or Expiring Minds Want to Know” explores life and pop culture through a “left-of-center” feminine viewpoint and tackles a large range of subjects, including TV soap operas, press-on nails, divas and much more.

The original show includes a cast of six women, but the UCO production will feature a cast of 17 women.

This show is for mature audiences only, as adult language and subject

matter is discussed throughout the show.

"When I was in college, OKC’s Carpenter Square Theatre produced ‘Six Women,’ so often that it became a local cult classic that featured some very talented local ‘divas,’” said Greg White, UCO’s director of Musical Theatre.

“We thought this would be the perfect complement to the very traditional production of ‘Man of La Mancha’ that we produced earlier this semester, and a fantastic way to feature some of our own incredibly talented ‘divas.’ While the show is raucous, uproarious and irreverent, it’s also got a beautiful heart.”

Tickets are free for students with a valid UCO ID and $22 for all others.

To purchase tickets for this event, visit www.ucojazzlab.com/events.

For more information about College of Fine Arts and Design events, visit cfad.uco.edu.

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Vaping is considered safer than cigarettes, but just how safe is it?

Just how safe can vaping be?

For years, vaping has been touted as a safer alternative to cigarettes, but “safer” doesn’t mean “safe.”

Yes, vapor from electronic cigarettes doesn’t have the tar, carbon dioxide or other tobacco products in it, said Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation immunologist Eliza Chakravarty, M.D. But data and studies increasingly point to the dangers of e-cigs.

People who vape might be exposing themselves to several of the same cancer-causing chemicals present in traditional cigarette smoking, according to a new research study from the University of California, San Francisco. The researchers analyzed urine samples from teens who used e-cigarettes and found a host of dangerous and potentially cancer-causing compounds.

“The chemicals they found sound like an organic chemist’s nightmare,” said Chakravarty.

Because of the lack of regulations for e-cigs, the chemicals aren’t listed on the ingredients; they simply fall under the umbrella of “flavoring.” But that generic term masks the presence of carcinogens such as acrylonitrile and propylene oxide and acrolein, which is toxic and a strong irritant for the skin, eyes and nasal passages.

“The takeaway message is: this is not water vapor, it is chemical vapor,” she said. “It is absolutely not a safe habit to pick up out of the

blue.”

Although the devices can help long-time smokers of traditional cigarettes lower nicotine levels and kick the habit, “the big concern is that it is incredibly alluring to teens, and even middle schoolers,” said Chakravarty.

The National Institute on Drug Abuse reports that teens are now more likely to vape than to smoke cigarettes. According to the Institute, 9.5 percent of eighth graders, 14 percent of 10th graders and 16 percent of high school seniors have used ecigarettes within the past month.

“What makes it so enticing for teens and tweens is not only that the ‘cool factor’ of smoking is very high, but it’s also technology, which is exciting and compelling,” Chakravarty said. “E-cigarettes are also very easy to acquire.”

Another big driver is the mistaken belief that vaping is harmless. “Teens feel invincible,” Chakravarty said.

“But with all the chemicals being inhaled, we just don’t know what the long-term health effects will be.”

For the OMRF researcher, vaping conjures memories of another supposedly healthy innovation in smoking.

“It reminds me of when they added filters to cigarettes, and people started smoking more because it was perceived as safer,” said Chakravarty.

“We know how that turned out.”

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McKenzie Stanford

Stanford sets record

Guest speaker at Edmond Newcomers Club PHOTO PROVIDED

Pictured left are Bonnie Seabourn, artist Bert Seabourn, and Annette Ford, Newcomers Educational Chairman. Seabourn made an educational presentation recently for the Edmond Newcomers Club.

International acclaimed American Expressionist Bert Seabourn is a painter, printmaker, sculptor and teacher, who experiments extensively with creative vitality. He was also an illustrator, graphic design artist before resigning and becoming a full-time painter of fine art. For over 50 years, Seabourn exhibited throughout the United States plus Europe, Asia and South America. He currently teaches painting at Oklahoma City Contemporary Arts and the Institute of Fine Arts in Edmond, Oklahoma.

Seabourn explained, ‘Practicing what probably truly is the world’s oldest profession-the art of painting has been my love for over 65 years. I love to paint and I hope it shows.’

A high jump that set an Oklahoma Christian record and matched the best this season in NCAA Division II earned McKenzie Stanford recognition last week as the Great American Conference's women's field athlete of the week.

At the Oklahoma Baptist Invitational recently, Stanford demolished OC's high jump record by 1¾ inches, jumping 5 feet, 9¾ inches (1.77 meters) to meet the NCAA Division II automatic qualifying standard. It matched the highest outdoor jump in Division II in 2018 as well as the OBU facility record.

Stanford had been the co-holder of OC's previous high jump record at 5 feet, 8 inches, along with another former basketball/track and field standout, Charlotte Heron, who originally set it in 2007 before Stanford matched that mark in 2015.

During the OBU meet, the senior from Perkins – already a two-sport All-American, having achieved that status in basketball and indoor track and field – also finished second in the javelin (110 feet, 8 inches, or 33.75 meters), third in the 100meter hurdles (15.10 seconds), fifth in the shot put (38 feet, 7¾ inches, or 11.78 meters) and 28th in the 200 meters (27.25 seconds).

The GAC weekly track honor is the third in Stanford's career, as she received it once earlier this season and once in 2017. She also was an eight-time recipient of the Heartland Conference's basketball player-of-the-week award when she played that sport at OC from 2013-17.

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Urban Agrarian in downtown Edmond

Banker helps bring business dream to life

By Steve Lackmeyer NewsOK.com/The Oklahoman Little more than a year ago, Matt Burch, founder of Urban Agrarian, shared some bad news on social media advising his followers on Twitter that his market was shutting down for good.

A year later, Burch has a partner, Chelsey Simpson, and is opening up a seven-day-a-week Urban Agrarian in downtown Edmond and preparing to restore seven-day operations at the original Farmers Market where he now will also own the adjoining kitchen.

It's a great comeback story. And it started with an introduction between Burch and Jill Castilla, president and CEO of Citizens Bank of Edmond.

When I first met Burch, it was about a decade ago at the Edmond Farmers Market. The quality and diversity of his produce stood out enough that when I saw posts of him participating in a shortlived farmers market at St. Anthony in Midtown, I made it a point to make a special stop to catch up.

Burch then established a permanent, seven-daya-week shop at Farmer's Public Market in downtown Oklahoma City. The area, for decades a historic home for farmers to sell their produce throughout the year, was on the verge of losing the last of its produce stands.

Burch kept the dream alive and did well enough that others soon joined in and opened the Power House pub, the Loaded Bowl and other shops sprinkled in between. Improvements, meanwhile, continued at the Farmers Public Market main building.

But the recovery isn't complete, and certainly wasn't complete when Burch announced the bad news in January 2017.

Jill Castilla, president of Citizens Bank.

I didn't like this news one bit. Burch wasn't failing due to lack of business, but rather a lack of capitalization that was becoming quite apparent as the used equipment he set up to start the store began to break down.

I didn't do much in response to this announcement, other than to say this was a business that should not be allowed to die. With capitalization, maybe, just maybe, it could thrive. My next bit of mischief was to call out Castilla, whom I had gotten to know the previous year. She already had won accolades for returning to her hometown bank and bringing it back to life.

She also gave a strong boost to creating the same community excitement and place-making to downtown Edmond that we've seen in downtown Oklahoma City. Heard on Hurd, the monthly food and music festival, was a smash hit. She launched a restoration of the bank's mid-20th century modern lobby and created a co-working space next door.

At the same time, Castilla and Citizens Bank of Edmond were playing a growing role in supporting projects such as the Tower Theater and more recently, development of retail on NE 23. They opened a high-tech branch in Midtown.

Castilla was not playing the suburb against the city; she was strengthening ties between the city and its suburb, and in the process introducing the bank to a whole new generation of customers.

So yeah, I dared Jill on Twitter. I basically announced to some 15,000 people who follow my account that if I were Jill Castilla, I'd be calling Matt Burch.

The implication was clear; I felt Burch might be a good fit for Castilla's vision for downtown Edmond and in the process, she could bring people together to properly capitalize the original location.

Jill got the hint.

“I started calling within 10 minutes,” Castilla said. “I wasn't that familiar with Urban Agrarian and he had closed up. But I met with him that weekend. He took me around, he introduced me to his family and he shared his passion. I fully bought into it.”

Castilla, a popular figure in social media, also followed the multitude of comments by loyal Urban Agrarian customers pleading with Burch not to give up.

“Urban Agrarian is a perfect fit for us in that

A drawing of what the Urban Agrarian will look like once completed.

central urban core of Edmond,” Castilla said. “It's important to have local produce and a grocery that can be a magnet for more development. The weekly farmers market has been such a boon for downtown Edmond on Saturdays. For us to have a permanent spot to showcase local goods seven days a week makes for a perfect marriage.”

The support shown not just by Castilla but the community encouraged Burch to keep the store open on weekends. He now has a deal to provide produce and food to the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Oklahoma City Blue.

They will be the two main delivery customers he will focus on with the adjoining kitchen that now will be a part of Urban Agrarian. And, as the two stores ramp up for daily operations, the kitchen is set to provide them with butchered meats, produce and prepared meals.

Plans are being delivered to the city of Edmond this week for the new store at 10 N Broadway — one of several properties owned by Citizens Bank of Edmond and one that is also home to a coworking space.

“We've signed a lease with Citizens, and they gave us a below market rate lease,” Burch said. “Jill is too modest to mention it. But they gave us a good deal to be there.”

Burch and Simpson expect to open the original Urban Agrarian “hub” in early May. Once open, the hub will be used to train staff for the Edmond location, which will be open mornings through evenings.

The key to keeping Urban Agrarian alive, it turned out, was not just fixing the equipment at the original shop, but to think bigger, to expand and win the support of a community player like Castilla.

“It was clear to anyone with money that we would do well in Edmond,” Burch said. “They all knew enough to know if we got to Edmond, we would do well.”

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Sports

The King Marlin Swim Club, with many Edmond members, recently won a state title in the sport. They also broke some records, which had not been broken for decades.

King Marlin Swim Club wins a state championship The King Marlin Swim Club concluded the recent short-course swim season by winning the Oklahoma State Championships and turning in 20 record-setting performances throughout the season, the Oklahoma City area club announced.

The championship meet, held at Mitch Park earlier this year, brings the top swimmers in the state together to close the short-course season. This year’s meet featured 14 USA Swimming teams from across Oklahoma.

Leading the charge for the Marlins at the meet were high-point winners Caroline Olszewski of OKC (9 & under girls), Elias Mendez of Stillwater (9 & under boys), Kelsey Healy of Edmond (10-year-old girls), Jonah Beth of Edmond (10-year-old boys), Keaton Rice of Edmond (12-year-old boys), Tori Whitbeck of OKC (13year-old girls), Maya Ferrell of Edmond (15-16-year-old girls), and Kade Knoch of Edmond (17-19-year-old boys). Ferrell was also named the Individual Distance High-Point winner for 15-16-year-old girls.

At the state championships, Rice joined teammates Ryan Healy and Parker Gum of Edmond and OKC’s Keegan Lassiter to break a 26-yearold Oklahoma state record in the 1112 Boys 200-yard medley relay (1:58.35). Rice, Healy and Gum also teamed with OKC’s Barrett Jones to break the 200-yard freestyle (1:43.58) and 400-yard freestyle (3:49.47) Oklahoma state records, both which had stood since 1993.

“Team championships are won in battles from lane to lane, event to event,” said KMSC head coach John Brown. “Across the pool, our Marlins competed and fought in their races, leading us to this championship. We are incredibly proud of their efforts and achievements.”

At the recent Speedo Sectionals Championships in Columbia, Mo., Knoch, 17, won the 200-yard backstroke with an Oklahoma state citizen record with a time of 1:47.30.

That time also ranks Knoch, of Edmond, in the top 20 nationally

amongst 17-year-olds males in that event. Knoch, who’ll graduate from Edmond Santa Fe in May, will swim for TCU in Fort Worth in the fall.

Earlier in the season, Ryan Healy, Rice and Kelsey Healy broke several individual state records. Twelve-yearold Ryan Healy set eight individual state records. He recorded the fastest time for an 11-12 male Oklahoma swimmer (an Oklahoma citizen record) in the 400-yard individual medley (4:38.91).

Ryan Healy also earned shortcourse meters state and citizen records in the 50-meter butterfly (30.15), 200-meter breaststroke (2:52.29), 100-meter butterfly (1:08.44), 200-meter butterfly (2:36.64), 100-meter individual medley (1:10.12), 200-meter individual medley (2:31.79) and 400-meter individual medley (5:16.71).

Twelve-year-old Rice broke seven short-course meters state and citizen records for the season. He swept the backstroke events, setting records in the 50-meter backstroke (31.52), 100-meter backstroke (1:08.07), and 200-meter backstroke (2:26.72). Additionally, he set four records in freestyle events: 50-meter freestyle (28.28), 100-meter freestyle (1:01.48), 200-meter freestyle (2:14.22), and 400-meter freestyle (4:48.06).

Kelsey Healy, 10, set a short-course meters state and citizen record in the 50-meter breaststroke with a time of 43.39 seconds.

“It’s exciting to watch these swimmers come together and give their all, in practices and races,” said KMSC co-head coach Josh Everett.

“To also break 25- and 26-year-old records is icing on the cake.”

KMSC is a competitive USA Swimming team with locations at the Lighthouse in northwest Oklahoma City and Mitch Park YMCA in Edmond.

KMSC is a competitive USA Swimming team with locations at The Lighthouse in northwest Oklahoma City and Mitch Park YMCA in Edmond.

Another honor for OC’s Huslig A week during which he automatically qualified for the NCAA Division II Outdoor Championships in one hurdle event and provisionally qualified for another earned Oklahoma Christian's Landon Huslig recognition last week as the Great American Conference men's track athlete of the week.

Huslig, already a four-time All-American, posted an automatic national qualifying time in the 400-meter hurdles and a provisional qualifying time in the 110-meter hurdles at separate meets over the weekend.

The senior from Edmond finished 10th (among 83 competitors) in the 400 hurdles at the prestigious Texas Relays in 51.27 seconds, the secondfastest time in OC history and the second-best time in Division II this season.

Two days later at Texas State's Bobcat Invitational, he ran the 110 hurdles in 14.38 seconds, just .04 of a second

OC track star Landon Huslig off OC's 40-year-old record in that event and the 12th-best time in Division II this season.

The weekly GAC award is the first this season for Huslig and the third of his career, as he also received the honor once each during his sophomore and junior seasons. He is the reigning GAC champion in both hurdle events and also won the 400 hurdles at the conference meet two years ago.

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Review of film ‘Blockers’

A heartfelt teen comedy makes its way to theaters

By George Gust “Blockers” is the latest movie from the production team, led by Seth Rogan, that brought you such recent comedies as “Neighbors” and “This is the End” and the directorial debut of Kay Cannon the writer of the “Pitch Perfect” series of movies.

When three parents (Leslie Mann, John Cena and Ike Barinholtz) stumble upon their daughters' pact to lose their virginity on prom night, they launch a covert one-night operation to stop the teens from sealing the deal.

On its face, “Blockers” sounds like a run of the on too tight to her relationship with her daughter. mill raunchy teen comedy from the chemically alMann has had better comedic/emotional performtered minds that brought you other broad stoner ances in roles in movies like “Knocked Up” and comedies. However, in her directorial debut, Caneven the broadly drawn “The Other Woman,” for non injects a relatable tone and a good amount of her it seemed like her performance in this movie heart to what could have been just another crude was territory she’s already covered better. and raunchy teen comedy.

Overall, “Blockers” is a way better than it had Where Cannon separates “Blockers” from other any right to be given the broad and crude setup films of this ilk is the focus on the relationships of that could have resulted in crass and boorish comthe film both between the three girlfriends and edy that would come and go without a notice. their relationships with their respective parents.

Also notable was the fairly seamless inclusion of “Blockers” still has the scenes you’ve come to excontemporary technology and social media into pect with a movie like this (like consuming alcohol the storyline and bits of the film, where so many in a *cough *cough, unconventional way), but the other films cut to some generic looking computer more emotional story scenes that feel tacked on screen that the modern technology in “Blockers” and un-relatable in other movies actually work in looks familiar and adds to the up to the date feel this case as you care about the characters built up of the movie. Ultimately, with a strong focus on rethroughout the nicely paced one hour forty minute lationships between adults and teens alike “Blockrunning time. ers” is a surprisingly heartfelt teen comedy that is In terms of performances, the three parents take accessible to today’s audiences. the lead with a fun chemistry that produces a “Blockers” is rated R for crude and sexual congood amount of laughs and a few genuine friendtent, and language throughout, drug content, teen ship moments as well. Cena is the most surprising partying, and some graphic nudity. and while he’s dipped a toe into comedy in movies 3.8 out of 5 stars like “Trainwreck” he fully leans into the tough guy dad role and is a great straight man for Mann and Barinholtz to play off of.

Barinholtz is the most comedic of the three and given most of the over the top bits, but is also able to play up the more emotional beats as the dad who’s been unable to be there for his daughter more often than not. And Mann is Teens have big plans for the prom, which alarms their parthe most underwhelming in her role as the single mother holding ents in the new film ‘Blockers.’

Big band concert The Oklahoma History Center announces the next in its series of Kilgen Theater Organ performances. “Music of the Big Band Era” will feature artist Ken Double on the Kilgen organ with trombone accompaniment by Irv Wagner on Monday, April 30, at 7 p.m. in the Devon Great Hall of the Oklahoma History Center.

Tickets are $20 for the general public and $10 for Oklahoma Historical Society members. Tickets may be reserved by calling 405-522-0765. There are no reserved seats, so early arrival is recommended.

Ken Double began his training and appreciation for organ performance at age eight while growing up in Chicago, Ill. A high school field trip to a local theater further defined that appreciation in the direction of theater organs when he was given the opportunity to play the Wurlitzer theater organ at that theater. Double received a degree in radio-television from Butler University in Indianapolis and, while working his first job in broadcasting in Lafayette, Ind., he started playing locally at the Long Center and continued to do so over the next 32 years.

To enhance the “Big Band Era” theme, Double will be accompanied by local University of Oklahoma music professor and trombonist, Dr. Irv Wagner.

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New Elks Lodge Officers Installed

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Making up the new officers, are, front row, from left, DJ Boyce, Trustee, Joann Moorehead, Loyal Knight, Joseph Milam, Lecturing Knight, Gerald Hulsey, Exalted Ruler, Bill Milam, Leading Knight and Bob Thomas, Chaplain. On the back row are Ed Burt, Esquire, Roger Elliott, Trustee, Robert Prest, Tiler, Jim Roberts, Trustee, Mark Wheaton, Inner Guard, Bob O’Reilly, Secretary and Twila Bourlon, Treasurer.

Edmond Elks Lodge marks 40 years Edmond Elks Lodge Installs Lodge Officers to kick off their 40th year of community service.

Recently the Edmond Elks Lodge installed officers for the 2018-19.

In addition, the Lodge recognized Leonard ‘Speedy’ Gonzales by awarding him the prestigious Les Cummings Lifetime Achievement Award.

Lifetime Achievement Award Past Exalted Ruler, Les Cummings on left presents the Les Cummings Lifetime Achievement Award to Leonard ‘Speedy’ Gonzales

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From left, are Debbie Blair-parlimentarian; Paula Spadaccini - president; Rosemary Boeckman- secretary; Sandra Byrd treasurer; Mary Holyman - special events; front row: Mary Weber - programs; Marsha Fisher - membership.

New officers for Edmond Newcomers Club Edmond Newcomers elected new officers for the upcoming year. Edmond Newcomers Club is a special organization comprised of women in the Edmond area that provides an opportunity for socializing and meeting other women through a variety of events and interest groups. Bridge, bunco, book club, garden club, crafts, discovering Oklahoma and luncheons are some of the activities available. The club meets the first Wednesday of the month at the First Christian Church in Edmond for coffee, light snacks and a meeting where special speakers present their programs. If interested, please contact Paula Spadaccinni at 285-8075.

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Ways students can parlay internships into a career The job market appears a bit more promising for soon-to-be college graduates than it has been for most of this decade. Just four years ago, CNN Money reported that 260,000 college grads held minimum-wage jobs. Barely 25 percent had a job related to their college major. But this year, the National Association of Colleges and Employers projects, U.S. companies will hire 4 percent more new college graduates than they did from the Class of 2017.

Yet with more optimistic employment prospects, there’s still stiff competition for those first “real” jobs.

Who stands the best chance of getting them?

Several studies show that college internships make a significant difference. According to Gallup, for example, recent graduates who had an internship in college were more than twice as likely to be hired for a good, career-related job immediately after graduation.

“The solution for college students is to increase job experience while still in school, and that means obtaining a hands-on internship every summer while in college,” says Matthew Stewart, co-founder of College Works Painting (www.collegeworks.com), which provides business experience for thousands of college students each year.

“Unless you graduate college with a significant amount of real-world job experience, finding a job will be incredibly difficult.”

Stewart gives college students four tips on maximizing their college internship in order to improve their post-grad job prospects: n Find an internship that challenges you. An internship experience

that will be meaningful on a resume should make demands of the student, Stewart says. Ideally, they’re getting a preview of their chosen profession and an idea of the skills they’ll need to succeed. “College students should be looking for experiences that will challenge them,” Stewart says. “When they get out of school they will be competing with thousands of other graduates. They need to ask themselves, ‘Will the internship offer real experience that will separate me from my peers?’” n Treat your internship like a career. “The easiest way to treat your student job like a career is to ask your boss to mentor you,” Stewart says. “Under the mentorship of your supervisor, you can expand your basic job functions.” n Be proactive, take initiative.

Going above and beyond in your internship will set the foundation for your career. “You’ll gain confidence by taking initiative, which is a core skill in the business world,” Stewart says. “It’s important to set goals and have a plan of action around those goals.” n Seek promotion opportunities.

“Again, the mentor factor comes in,” Stewart says. “Build a strong relationship with your mentor, and let him or her know you are eager for more responsibility and that you’re up for the challenge. Always check the company job board.”

“College is not the time to relax,” Stewart pointed out. “You need to treat college and an internship seriously; it’s your future. College consists of three summers of internships, and by the fourth summer students should have what it takes to find a career.”

Author to sign book ‘Survivor Tree’ Best of Books has announced the upcoming book signing event for Oklahoma children's author, Gaye Sanders.

Sanders will be signing copies of her book, “The Survivor Tree,” on Saturday, April 14th from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. She will also be hosting a special storytime starting at 11 a.m. The Survivor Tree is her debut novel.

A family plants an American elm on the Oklahoma prairie just as the city is taking root--and the little tree grows as Oklahoma City grows until 9:02 a.m. on April 19, 1995, the day America fell silent at the hands of one of its own. As rubble from the Alfred P. Murrah Building is

cleared, the charred tree--its branches tattered and filled with evidence--faces calls that it be cut down. The only obstacle: a few people who marvel that, like them, it is still there at all. The next spring when the first new leaf appears proving the tree is alive, word spreads like a prairie wildfire through the city and the world. And the tree, now a beacon of hope and strength, is given the name: The Survivor Tree.

Sanders was born and raised in Fritch, Texas. She earned an associate's degree from Frank Phillips Junior College in Borger, Texas, and a bachelor's degree in elementary education from Oklahoma Panhandle State University in Goodwell, Okla.

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Scene from upcoming OCU musical ‘On the Town.’

‘On the Town’ closes out season at OCU Oklahoma City University will close the season with the production of his acclaimed musical “On the Town” April 20-22.

“This is the perfect show for OCU to present as part of the worldwide celebration of the 100th anniversary of Leonard Bernstein’s birth,” said Mark Parker, dean of the Bass School of Music.

The romantic comedy, featuring a cast of 37 and a 32-piece orchestra, follows three starry-eyed sailors on their first trip to New York City as they look for adventure and romance on their 24-hour shore leave. Bernstein’s iconic score includes one of Broadway’s best-known showtunes, “New York, New York.”

“We’re fortunate to have the depth of talent at OCU to do justice to this piece,” said Director Karen Coe Miller. “Our students have the singing, acting, dancing and orchestral chops and the production resources to make this an extraordinary season finale.”

“On the Town” has had three Broadway revivals since its 1944 debut, most recently in 2015. The show also inspired the Oscar-winning film starring Gene Kelly and Frank Sinatra.

“This show was Broadway’s introduction to America’s greatest musician. Bernstein was a world-renowned conductor, the first American to con-

duct a major U.S. orchestra, who led more than 300 recordings of the world’s greatest orchestras. He was a composer of opera, symphonies and hugely successful Broadway shows,” said Parker.

The show is the finale of the 66th season for Oklahoma City University’s Oklahoma Opera and Music Theatre Company, the nation’s oldest campus-based opera and musical troupe. The Company has won five national production awards in the past six years from the National Opera House. Miller will present a talk 45 minutes before curtain.

“Bernstein was also a pioneering music educator, leading more than 50 nationwide broadcasts of young people’s concerts with the New York Philharmonic. This show is our salute to his lasting influence on American music,” said Parker.

OCU’s Oklahoma Opera and Music Theatre Company will present three performances at 8 p.m. April 20 and 21, with a 3 p.m. matinee April 22, in the historic Kirkpatrick Auditorium, 2501 N. Blackwelder, at the Wanda L. Bass School of Music.

An opening-night dinner themed to the show and hosted by Dean Mark Parker will be held April 20 in the Bass Music Center beginning at 6:15 p.m. Tickets can be purchased by calling 405-208-5227 or online at www.okcu.edu/tickets.

Disney’s ‘Little Mermaid’ to open at Pollard Theatre The Pollard Theatre Company's reimagined production of Disney’s “The Little Mermaid,” splashes onto the stage April 13 to May 5.

This musical tale of a young mermaid longing for life above the waves is told through the lens of the actor bringing the show to life. “The Little Mermaid” is a fantasy tale for the entire family that we believe will inspire children of all ages and excite the imagination.

In a magical kingdom beneath the sea, Ariel, an adventurous young mermaid with a beautiful voice, longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories and the classic animated film, “The Little Mermaid” is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages.

With music by eight-time Academy Award winner, Alan Menken, lyrics

by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater and a compelling book by Doug Wright, this fishy fable will capture your heart with its irresistible songs, including "Under the Sea," "Kiss the Girl" and "Part of Your World." Ariel, King Triton's youngest daughter, wishes to pursue the human Prince Eric in the world above, bargaining with the evil sea witch, Ursula, to trade her tail for legs. But the bargain is not what it seems, and Ariel must

summon her courage and rally the help of her friends to restore order under the sea.

Directing together again for the first time since the Pollard 2001's production of “Into the Woods,” W. Jerome Stevenson and Timothy Stewart have assembled a stellar cast and production team to help bring their imaginative new concept to life. "The knee jerk reaction was always 'No, the technical demands are too great'.

However, as we talked about it we realized the "technical demands" were not inherent to the piece or the show's primary audience. We wanted to focus on engaging their imaginations rather than CGI and Broadway magic. It's made the show really fun to explore," explains co-director Timothy Stewart.

“The Little Mermaid” will run April 13 through May 5 at the Pollard Theatre.

Tickets are $30 with senior, military, and student discounts available.

Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 pm, Thursdays April 26th and May 3rd at 8:00 pm and Sundays April 22nd and 29th at 2:00 pm. Tickets are available online at www.thepollard.org, by phone, 405282-2800 or at the Pollard Box Office at 120 W. Harrison Ave., Guthrie.

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Millions have delighted in watching ‘Oklahoma!’ over the past 75 years.

To be celebrated April 26 at OCU

Stage play ‘Oklahoma!’ marking 75th anniversary On Thursday, April 26, the Oklahoma Historical Society (OHS) and Oklahoma City University (OCU) will present the musical program “Celebrating ‘Oklahoma!’ at 75.” To mark the 75th anniversary of the Broadway debut of “Oklahoma!” students from the OCU Wanda L. Bass School of Music will perform songs from the musical.

“Oklahoma!” was the first collaboration of renowned musical theatre duo Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II. Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Oklahoma!” was based on “Green Grow the Lilacs,” written by Oklahoman Lynn Riggs. The program will include music from “Green Grow the Lilacs” as it traces the story of “Oklahoma!” from folk play to hit Broadway musical.

Mark Parker, dean of the Schools of Music and Theatre at OCU, will explore the history and influence of the landmark musical. Parker participated in the musical’s 50th anniversary events as the conductor for a multistop tour of Asia with performers from OCU. The troupe included Broken Arrow native Kristin Chenoweth, then an OCU student.

This program will feature a special video by Chenoweth.

“Celebrating ‘Oklahoma!’ at 75” will be held at the Oklahoma History Center, and is open to the public.

The Oklahoma History Center is located at 800 Nazih Drive in Oklahoma City. Doors will open at 6 p.m. and the program begins at 6:30 p.m Tickets are available now and can be purchased by calling 405-5220317. Tickets are $40 for tier one seating, $25 for tier two, and $15 for tier three. OHS members can purchase tier two tickets for the discounted rate of $20. Tier one tickets include a commemorative book by Governor George Nigh and Bob Burke. This program is part of the OHS 2018 Annual History Conference activities.

The mission of the Oklahoma Historical Society is to collect, preserve and share the history and culture of the state of Oklahoma. Founded in 1893 by members of the Territorial Press Association, the OHS maintains museums, historic sites and affiliates across the state.

Through its research archives, exhibits, educational programs and publications the OHS chronicles the rich history of Oklahoma. For more information about the OHS, please visit www.okhistory.org.

Judge appointed to high court take the time to independGov. Mary Fallin last week ently research challenging named District Judge Richard legal issues before issuing an Darby to serve as a justice order. He is a fair, impartial, on the Oklahoma Supreme even-handed, and practical Court. judge who will serve our Darby, a judge for more state’s highest court well.” than 30 years, succeeds forSupreme Court justices mer Justice Joseph Watt, serve on the court as long as who retired from the bench Darby they are able and must appear last year. on the ballot and be retained Darby, of Altus, has served since 1994 as district judge for the 3rd by voters every six years, according to state statute.

Judicial District, which includes JackFallin selected Darby from three son, Kiowa, Tillman, Greer and Harmon counties. Before that, he served as applicants submitted to her by the a special judge and an associate district Oklahoma Judicial Nominating Commission. The governor must choose judge for Jackson County. from those three.

Judge Darby’s duties as district Applicants had to be 30 or older, judge include presiding over civil and and a practicing attorney or judge for criminal cases, assigning cases to six other judges in the district, and man- at least five years.

Darby is a lifelong resident of aging a staff of one secretary bailiff southwest Oklahoma, and will repreand five court reporters. sent the 9th district on the Supreme “Judge Richard Darby has demonCourt. The 9th Judicial District covers strated during his long career on the Harmon, Greer, Jackson, Kiowa, Tillbench to be extremely knowledgeman, Cotton, Comanche, Caddo and able of the law,” said Fallin. “He is thorough, shown by his willingness to Canadian counties.

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Official: Revenues grow March Gross Receipts to the Treasury grew by 7.4 percent compared to the same month of the prior year as gross collections have now shown growth for 12 consecutive months, State Treasurer Ken Miller announced last week.

For the first time since February 2017, monthly individual income tax collections failed to top receipts from the prior year, dipping by $6.6 million, or 2.2 percent. However, the tax commission attributes the difference to the timing of income tax withholding deadlines with one less payment required this March compared to a year ago.

Miller said he sees no cause for concern in the revenue report.

“The state’s economic fundamentals continue to appear strong,” he said. “Growth persists with most major revenue sources; unemployment remains low, and commodity prices continue to show strength.”

March gross receipts show increases in collections from sales and gross production taxes. In addition to individual income taxes, corporate income taxes are also down for the month, as has frequently been the case. Total receipts for March are up by $67.9 million.

Collections from the past 12 months compared

See Revenues, Page 22

Edmond Chamber officials were on hand to welcome Clayton Westlake Independent Senior Residences to the Edmond business community.

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Senior residence center has grand opening Clayton Westlake Independent Senior Residences held a ribbon cutting with the Edmond Chamber to celebrate the grand opening of their new location: 14721 N Santa Fe Ave. Their new conveniently located complex was built with you in mind. Nestled on the outer edge of a quiet residential neighborhood, their cozy community offers 4 home styles, a variety of amenities, and a gracious staff dedicated to making Clayton Westlake your home.

Enjoy freshly made meals by our in-house chef,

many gathering areas to visit with friends and neighbors, housekeeping, transportation, and peace of mind knowing a storm shelter is just a few steps away. Their relaxed atmosphere makes it possible to spend time doing the things you love with friends who become family.

They are currently offering move-in specials. Stop by for a tour today or call and make a reservation for a complimentary lunch and tour. For more information, call (405) 696-2670, visit them on Facebook, or on their website at www.claytonwestlake.com.

Home market holding steady

By Brian Preston Edmond area real estate sales up 32 closed transactions over last February for an increase of 13 percent.

This makes up for the down January this year and brings year to date sales up 12 transactions or 2.5 percent over last year.

Active listing fell by 10 listings from January. but that is down 13.3 percent from the number active listings we had this time last year with 221 fewer homes on the market. But these numbers are up 300 to 400 listings from the years 2013-2015.

With active listings down slightly and sales up most absorption rates improved over last month except for three. the $300,001 to $350,000 increased by nine days and the $400,001 to $450,000 price range increased by four days. The $700,000 to $999,999 price range increased the most with 42 more days added to the absorption rate at this time. The $100,001 to $125,000 absorption rate is at a total of 14 days.

I pulled up the closed sales for $225,001 to $250,000 which shows a three month absorption rate and looked at days on market for the sold ones so far this year which was 59 days just short of two months. But I looked at the first five which showed days on market of 15,27,23,27 and

157 days on market which averaged for the five was 49.8 days. But I looked at the history of these five.

The one with 15 days had been on the market with two other Realtors for 184 days more than the 15. the second 27 days on market had been on the market with another realtor for 199 days on top of the 27 days. giving the actual average days on market for these five at 126.4 days instead of the 49.8 that would show in stats on MLS. Days on market can be very misleading if you do not know the whole story. And this is the only for the listings that actually sale and not taken off the market. I will giving more in depth numbers on pricing and days on market on my Facebook Business page if you would like to follow at https://www.facebook.com/edmond4sale/ New home sales are still down from previous years. New homes sales were up 40 percent from January but down 10 percent from last February. Pending sales are up from the last quarter but pending contracts are down 12 percent from last February and down 50 percent from 2013

(Brian Preston is an Edmond Realtor who regularly tracks Edmond real estate sales in a monthly report he releases online.)

Stringer joins Arledge & Associates Mildred Stringer has joined Arledge and Associates as a tax specialist, the Edmond-based accounting firm announced.

Stringer, a graduate of the University of Central Oklahoma, will assist clients as part of the firm’s tax team.

“Mildred’s background and experience make her a great asset to our team of tax specialists,” said Jim Denton, managing partner. “Her experience working in tax and financial institutions will help us continue to provide a high level of service to our clients.”

Arledge & Associates, PC is a recognized leader in the accounting industry offering practical solutions in the areas of tax planning, auditing, consulting, accounting advisory services and client accounting.

Stringer

Executive named to health board Tim Johnsen, FACHE, the president of Integris Baptist Medical Center, has been appointed to the Council of Regents, the legislative body of the American College of Healthcare Executives.

The Council of Regents serves as the vital link between ACHE and members by approving governance and membership regulations as well Johnsen as promoting ACHE programs, services and activities within their respective areas.

Johnsen took office at the Council of Regents meeting March 24, during ACHE’s 61st Congress on Healthcare Leadership at the Hyatt Regency Chicago.

As a Regent, Johnsen will represent ACHE’s membership in the state of Oklahoma.

Board certified in health care management as an ACHE Fellow, Johnsen has served as president of Integris Baptist Medical Center since 2013. He has enjoyed an almost 30-year career in health care, starting at the bedside. He was a nurse in a cardiac intensive care unit, then a director of an air medical program. He was later the director of emergency services at an emergency and trauma center.

In 2000, he entered the administrative ranks and was named chief operating officer of a health care system in Missouri. He was recruited by Mercy to serve as president and chief executive officer of another Missouri hospital in 2003. Johnsen was transferred to Mercy Hospital and Clinics Hot Springs in 2006 and named president and CEO in 2007.

Johnsen received his Bachelor of Science degree in nursing from Southwest Missouri State University in Springfield. He earned a Master of Science in health services administration from Southwest Baptist University in Bolivar, Mo., and completed his Master of Business Administration at Webster University in St. Louis.

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With counseling act as if you’re the director Audrey Woods, Staff Therapist Congratulations You did it! You’re here! It’s a big step, a powerful step, to walk into a counseling relationship.

This relationship is unlike any other Woods health provider you see. Bear with me while I fumble through an analogy: It’s almost as if you are the director of the movie and we, counselors, are the producers.

The director makes the decisions and has the control. The producers ensure these decisions have been thought through in terms of funding, feasibility, and the stated goal. But if Hollywood rumors are true, directors and producers don’t always see eye to eye.

Let’s say you’re sitting in counseling talking about the usual stuff – family, work, stressors, etc. – and your therapist says something you really don’t like. What do you do?

Maybe it would depend on how long you’ve been seeing the counselor. I’d hope if you’ve built up a relationship over a number of months, you’d feel comfortable telling that counselor to shove it! But this may happen in the beginning of the relationship when you haven’t quite figured each other out. In that case, perhaps you’d pause or close off. A vigilant counselor would notice this behavior and ask you about it… “What’s going on, Bob, it seems like you’re getting quiet?” And so you have another opportunity to decide how to handle the situation. Well here’s what I hope you do: be honest!

It takes some significant guts to walk into a complete stranger’s office and start talking about vulnerable subjects. Inherently, counselors are not the ones being vulnerable.

Sure, we take small chances here and there by telling you how we’re feeling in the relationship or other small trinkets of information. But you are the true heroes in the room and how we react to you is pivotal in

your healing process.

Though we strive to always be empathetic and understanding, we aren’t perfect. We may say something that rubs you the wrong way or misinterprets your meaning or unintentionally make a face. Simply because we have degrees hanging on the wall does not mean we are correct all of the time. We rely on you to confront us, to tell us that we’ve made a mistake or that you don’t agree with us. It’s also our job to tell you when we think you’re full of it.

Maybe it’s a belief you have about yourself or the world that needs some reframing or maybe your words say one thing but your actions say another. It’s a two way street: you correct us and we gently (most of the time) confront you.

Without this confrontation, you may as well be paying a friend who always agrees with you to listen. It’s in the confrontation that change occurs. In most cases at the beginning of the relationship, confrontations are brief and only moderately discomforting. As you build the relationship, confrontations can become more meaningful.

This does not mean that we tell you what to do. That is not our job.

Our job is to help you explore the options and make a decision on your own like a producer helps a director.

We may point out some pros and cons and you won’t like everything we say. You just won’t. But if we’re open and honest with one another, we can create something worthwhile.

Deal?

If you have a need for mental health care, please know that Edmond Family Counseling is available to help. Sliding fee scale and walk in appointments for crisis are always available. Donations are appreciated. http://edmondfamily.org.

New restaurant scheduled to open at Bryant Square Salata is slated to open in Edmond on April 20.

This will be the restaurants inaugural location in Edmond and the fifth Salata restaurant for franchise partner Atsa Lotta Green Holdings, LLC. The forthcoming location, positioned prominently in Bryant Square, is an extension of the health-focused lifestyle that stands as a cornerstone of the Salata brand.

A gluten-free certified group of restaurants with over 75 locations, Salata not only encourages, but guides patrons toward body wellness through nutrient-rich foods.

Guests are able to choose from an array of lettuces, vegetables, fruits, cheeses, seeds, nuts, chicken, seafood and vegan proteins. All dressings, soups and sauces are house-made solidifying Salata’s holistic commitment to health.

The highly anticipated Edmond eatery

will be open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. – 9 p.m., and 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Sunday.

“With Arcadia Lake, Edmond Historical Society & Museum, The Fine Arts Institute of Edmond, and several parks to explore, many families in the Greater Oklahoma City area call Edmond home,” says franchise operator Bryan Jones of Atsa Lotta Green Holdings, LLC. “There’s a growing number of health-conscious consumers who want healthy, quick and affordable dining options. We are looking forward to putting down roots in the Edmond community.”

The Edmond Salata will complement shopping and dining destinations such as Ulta Beauty and Bed Bath & Beyond. Located at 410 S. Bryant, guests will be able to take advantage of the 2,400-square-feet of dining space including 50 indoor seats

Revenues

From Page 21 to the previous period show growth in every major revenue stream. Total 12-month collections are up by more than $1 billion, or 9.5 percent.

New revenue collections The tax commission attributes $33.6 million in March to new revenue resulting from legislation enacted during 2017. The additional revenue comes primarily from changes in sales tax exemptions and gross production tax incentives.

The new revenue accounts for 3.4 percent of March gross receipts. Out of $7.8 billion in gross collections since last August, $206.2 million, or 2.7 percent, has resulted from law changes from last year.

Other indicators The Oklahoma Business Conditions Index has topped growth neutral for eight consecutive months. The March index was set at 62.4, up from 60.5 in February. Numbers above 50 indicate anticipated economic growth during the next three to six months.

At 4.1 percent, Oklahoma’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate in February remained unchanged since September of last year, according to figures released by the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission.

State jobless numbers improved by five-tenth of a percentage point over the year. The U.S. jobless rate was also set at 4.1 percent in February, equal to Oklahoma’s rate for a fifth consecutive month.

March collections March gross collections total $982.9 million, up $67.9 million, or 7.4 percent, from March 2017.

Gross income tax collections, a combination of individual and corporate income taxes, generated $323.5 million, a decrease of $11.1 million, or 3.3 percent, from the previous March.

Individual income tax collections for the month are $299.9 million, down by $6.6 million, or 2.2 percent, from the prior year. Corporate collections are $23.6 million, a decrease of $4.5 million, or 16 percent.

Sales tax collections, including remittances on behalf of cities and counties, total $368.9 million in March. That is $33.7 million, or 10 percent, more than March 2017.

Gross production taxes on oil and natural gas generated $72.8 million in March, an increase of $24.9 million, or 52 percent, from last March.

Compared to February reports, gross production collections are up by $6

million, or 9 percent.

Motor vehicle taxes produced $74.3 million, up by $6 million, or 8.8 percent, from the same month of 2017.

Other collections, consisting of about 60 different sources including use taxes, along with taxes on fuel, tobacco, and alcoholic beverages, produced $143.4 million during the month. That is $14.4 million, or 11.2 percent, more than last March.

Twelve month collections Gross revenue totals $11.8 billion from the past 12 months. That is $1.02 billion, or 9.5 percent, more than collections from the previous 12 months.

Gross income taxes generated $4.1 billion for the period, reflecting an increase of $234.1 million, or 6 percent, from the prior 12 months.

Individual income tax collections total $3.7 billion, up by $203.1 million, or 5.8 percent, from the prior 12 months. Corporate collections are $415.3 million for the period, an increase of $30.9 million, or 8.1 percent, over the previous period.

Sales taxes for the 12 months generated $4.5 billion, an increase of $375 million, or 9 percent, from the prior period.

Oil and gas gross production tax collections brought in $618.7 million during the 12 months, up by $227.2 million, or 58 percent, from the previous period.

Motor vehicle collections total $765.4 million for the period. This is an increase of $22.2 million, or 3 percent, from the trailing period.

Other sources generated $1.7 billion, up by $164.2 million, or 10.5 percent, from the previous year.

About Gross Receipts to the Treasury The Office of the State Treasurer has issued the monthly Gross Receipts to the Treasury report since March 2011 to provide a timely and broad view of the state’s macro economy.

It is released in conjunction with the General Revenue Fund allocation report from the Office of Management and Enterprise Services, which provides important information to state agencies for budgetary planning purposes.

The General Revenue Fund receives less than half of the state’s gross receipts with the remainder paid in rebates and refunds, remitted to cities and counties, and placed into off-thetop earmarks to other state funds.

Gross Receipts to the Treasury

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April marks Child Abuse Prevention month April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month and the Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH), along with its community partners, are working to raise awareness about the importance of ensuring great childhoods for all Oklahoma children.

Organizations across the state are working together to host events that demonstrate their commitment to preventing child abuse.

Thousands of Oklahoma children suffer abuse and neglect each year. According to the Oklahoma State Department of Human Services, there were 15,289 substantiated child abuse and neglect victims in Oklahoma (highest in the last ten years), and Oklahoma County alone had 2,610 confirmed cases.

Sherie Trice is the community child abuse prevention grant coordinator with the OSDH. She said the statistics are a reminder that every possible effort should be made in preventing child abuse in Oklahoma.

“We encourage every citizen to ‘do one thing’ when it comes to protecting children and strengthening families,” said Trice. “Even small gestures like being kind and supportive to parents challenged in public and/or assisting parents by offering help such as reading a book to a child in the waiting room or providing an extra set of hands at the supermarket and also offering respite before families experience crisis. These efforts are instrumental in helping families reduce stress and just make life a little easier.”

There are numerous events and activities across the state to support National Child Abuse Prevention Month:

n Build a Blue Ribbon Tree for Kids Campaign: Trees in communities across the state are decorated with blue ribbons to bring awareness to child abuse prevention. n Happiest Day Coloring Challenge: Children are encouraged to simply draw or color their “happiest day”. Children may work individually or in a group with family or as a class. Parents and teachers are encouraged to share these pictures on social media using #PictureaBrighterFuture or #OKdo1thing. For more information, visit this link: https://go.usa.gov/xQgw6 n Get involved with Prevent Child Abuse Oklahoma by calling Parent Promise at (405) 232-2500. n Volunteer to serve on the statewide CAP ACTION Committee and to help with future activities by emailing sheriet@health.ok.gov.

Chapel of St. Francis of Assisi Good Shepherd Anglican Church (Traditional Episcopal) 1000 N. Broadway, Edmond •314-8715 Sundays - Holy Communion 8:00 & 10:00am Animal Friendly Parish “If you have people who exclude any of God’s creatures from the shelter of compassion and pity, you will have those who deal likewise with their fellow human being.”

St. Francis of Assisi (1182-1226)

www.anglicancgsedmondok.com 1928 Book of Common Prayer • anglicancgesedmondok.com

SCRIPTURE • TRADITION • REASON

n Child Abuse Prevention Awards of Excellence Ceremony: Honoring excellence in prevention, Tuesday, April 10, at 11 a.m. in the State Capitol Governor’s Blue Room. n 25th Oklahoma Child Abuse and Neglect Conference: The OSDH Family and Prevention Services are co-sponsoring a prevention track. n Help spread the word about parentPRO. Free parenting support delivered to the family’s door by connecting them to a family support program staffed by specially trained professionals who teach parenting skills and child development, as well as ways to reduce stress and nurture children.

They are also beneficial in providing community resources that fit the family’s need. http://www.parentpro.org/

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Experts cite physical and mental benefits

Reasons to embrace cycling now

As warm temperatures return, many people renew their interest in spending time outdoors. Spring and summer are peak times of year to enjoy the great outdoors.

A popular activity in spring, summer and fall, cycling benefits the mind and body in various ways.

Mind One of the more common mental health benefits of exercise is that working up a sweat can help alleviate physical and mental stress.

Reducing stress is important for overall health and can reduce a person’s risk of developing certain illnesses.

Cycling is a great way to get outdoors, meet people and see the scenery. Getting outside to exercise also can reduce anxiety and depression.

A study conducted in 2007 by researcher Charles Hillman indicated that exercise boosts brain power and may be able to stave off Alzheimer’s

disease in the elderly. Dr. Phil Tomporowski has studied how children with ADHD may be positively affected by bike riding, and how control issues were improved without the use of medication.

Body The Victoria State Department Better Health Channel says that cycling for health and fitness is a good idea.

Riding a bicycle is a low-impact form of exercise for people of all ages.

Cycling can be fun and doesn’t require expensive equipment.

Cycling generally causes less strain on joints and other areas of the body because it is low-impact. However, cycling provides enough resistance to be an effective muscle workout.

People who want to improve their cardiovascular health and manage their weight can turn to cycling to achieve their goals. Cycling raises one’s metabolic rate to help the body burn fat when combined with

a healthy diet. Cycling Weekly says cycling burns between 400 and 1,000 calories an hour, depending on the intensity of a ride and the rider’s weight. Individuals can modify the distance and intensity of a cycling workout to suit their fitness goals.

Disease risk and adverse health outcomes can be reduced by hopping on a bike. A study conducted by researchers at the University of Glasgow examined more than 260,000 individuals over the course of five years. The study found that cycling to work can cut a rider’s risk of developing heart disease or cancer in half.

Those eager to get started cycling

are encouraged to begin slowly, especially if it has been awhile since they last exercised. It’s also important to find the right-sized bicycle to reduce strain and injury. A full-service bike shop can help bike shoppers find one that is the right height and frame size for the rider’s body. The height of the handlebars and the seat also can be adjusted for comfort.

Always consult with a physician prior to exercise to ensure that the regimen is safe. Those with prior injuries or health problems should be doubly careful, though cycling is generally safe for beginners.

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Yoga enthusiasts of all ages and experience levels meet at Shannon Miller Park for free classes, which are provided by a variety of trained yoga instructors.

By Erika Williams Edmond residents can take free yoga classes from May to August thanks to Edmond Yoga in the Park. This is the fourth year of the program which offers outdoor yoga for people of various ages and experience levels.

“It’s a very non-judgmental environment, and that’s how it should always be. We get all different types and shapes of bodies. We have all ages and all levels,” said Edmond Yoga in the Park organizer and instructor Kimberly Beck-Hill. “I mean, there are a couple girls that come that have been doing it for years and years, but it’s also not unusual for someone to come that’s never done yoga before.”

This year, classes will be offered in Shannon Miller Park on Thursday from 6:30-7:30 p.m. and Saturday from 10-11 a.m. Several trained yoga instructors have volunteered to teach these classes so that attendees get a different experience every time they go.

“It’s nice because we have so many studios represented so people can get a variety of teachers, and then if they find something that they like they can go to that studio,” said Beck-Hill.

The group will be offering a Family Day for those who wish to take a class as a family on June 24 from 2-3 p.m. However, there is no age requirement for regularly scheduled classes.

“I’ve had kids show up to mine. As long as the parents are there we let the kids participate,” said organizer and instructor, Leslie Ellingburg. “I had a class last summer where I think the youngest was eight years old and came with his mom, and the oldest was in their seventies.”

Yoga is an excellent way to stay in shape. The regular practice of yoga offers several health benefits both mentally and physically.

“Bring a mat and bring a smile.

That’s all you need.”

-Leslie Ellingburg

Organizer and Instructor “You just move better. In my opinion, so many of the problems people have is because they’re not moving enough. We’re a very sedentary population, not just Oklahoma, but all over America. So, just getting out and moving your body has huge benefits,” said Ellingburg.

American Osteopathic Association says that some of the physical benefits of yoga are increased flexibility and muscle strength, weight loss, protection from injury, and more. The relaxation techniques used in yoga can even help reduce chronic pain like arthritis, headaches, and lower back pain.

As for the mental benefits, yoga helps create mental clarity and reduce stress.

“Mentally and emotionally, it just makes you feel better. You’ve got a community when you’re out there,” said Beck-Hill. “I’ve always said that the physical practice is why I started doing yoga, but the reason I stayed with yoga is for the mental benefits. I just feel like it’s calming, you know you feel better about yourself.”

These reasons, combined with the fact that Yoga in the Park takes place outside, helps gives attendees the chance to relax and experience nature.

For those interested in attending a Yoga in the Park class, Beck-Hill suggests you follow the Facebook page, Yoga in the Park- Edmond, for updates and information.

Yoga is a fun way to get into shape, and Yoga in the Park is a great opportunity to try it out.

Said Ellingburg, “I always tell people, when I teach class, bring a mat and bring a smile. That’s all you need.”

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Wireless hearing aid technology improves options for hearing impaired Hearing loss may not be something people want to contemplate, but it is more common than many people may think. Hearing deficits may occur from birth or be acquired due to disease or injury, like prolonged exposure to loud noises. The National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders says approximately 15 percent of American adults (37.5 million people) aged 18 and older report some trouble hearing. Aging is one of the strongest contributors to hearing loss, with people age 60 and older having the greatest levels of impairment.

People with hearing deficits can access a growing number of assistance technologies to make their lives easier. From telephones and doorbells that trigger a blinking light rather than a bell to closed captioning and voiceto-text converters, the hearing impaired have many options to help them cope with hearing loss.

As technology advances, so, too, do the options for the hearing impaired. One such innovation is wireless hearing aids that are compatible with personal electronic devices.

Thanks to Bluetooth and other wireless technologies, hearing aid manufacturers are harnessing connectivity to expand on the abilities of hearing aids and to develop new products. In the past, to use an MP3 player or mobile phone, a person would need to remove traditional hearing aids to accommodate a pair of earbuds. Now, each of the “big six” hearing aid manufacturers have developed their own communication and entertainment solutions that enable people to connect with different devices transforming hearing aids into a personal wireless headset for listening to music, watching television or video chatting.

Most of these modern hearing aids are compatible with Android and iPhone models and have apps to control the hearing aids for various listening environments. Sometimes an accessory, like a Bluetooth transmitter, is required making the connections possible, especially when pairing with a TV or other public use sound systems.

“Hearing aid technologies are setting the pace for human interface with computers. Unlike earbuds or headphones, which function only as receivers, some hearing aids are already beginning to utilize their microphones to transmit the user’s voice in cellphone communication,” said Dr. David Hough, a PhD audiologist in Edmond “Soon these miniature devices will be able to direct voice commands for auto-dialing or preheating the oven of a smart house remotely.”

Thanks to cutting edge technology, hearing aids and assistive listening devices have improved considerably. Individuals should speak with their hearing care professionals about their communication needs and explore the many options that can work seamlessly in their lifestyle and improve their quality of life.

Dr. Hough offers several services like hearing tests, hearing aid fitting, auditory training, and more at his practice which is located at 941 N.W. 164th St. Ste. 2 in Edmond. To contact Dr. Hough, call 405-513-6465 or visit hearingcarebyhough.com for more information.

- METROSERVICES WITH CONTRIBUTIONS BY ERIKA WILLIAMS

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Local sports complex focuses on youth

PHOTO BY ERIKA WILLIAMS

The Hive, located at 14414 North Lincoln, offers gym memberships, basketball courts, camps, training and more.

By Erika Williams A unique Edmond sports complex is putting emphasis on youth athletics, community involvement, and overall wellness. The Hive, located at 14414 North Lincoln, opened in 2016 and offers gym memberships, basketball courts, camps, training and more.

“Years ago, we started our youth program, the Oklahoma Swarm.

Don Serup, who’s our partner in this, has a daughter, and I have three daughters, and we saw that there wasn’t very good instruction, coaching, or leadership on the girls’ side, so we started our program,” said operations director David Musselman. “This year is our eleventh year of having the Oklahoma Swarm and now we have 24 teams, boys and girls. What we also noticed at that time was there was no facilities to do this stuff.”

It was after this realization that they decided to create The Hive to offer space and training to those who needed it.

“The Hive benefits from a variety of different groups. We have the Oklahoma homeschool, The Storm, that practices and plays out of here. We have a great partnership with the Edmond YMCA. We make these courts available to them on the weekends for their basketball season. We have a variety of tournament groups that we also represent.”

The Hive is centered around community involvement and is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit.

“We literally have nobody here on salary. Everybody pretty much volunteers their time.”

The Hive offers private trainings for basketball players looking to elevate their game. They also offer weekly open skills training on Mondays for $7 aimed at those who are looking to learn about what The Hive has to offer.

“There are more kids that are beginner and intermediate than there are advanced. We offer programs, and the kind of core development has always been a come-and-go skills class on Monday nights,” said Musselman. “We have one for beginners, we have one for intermediates, as young as kindergarten through eighth grade.”

Through The Hive, athletes can get opportunities to attend camps put on by NBA Players.

“There is always something. We

have camps next year. Ekpe Udoh, who’s an Edmond local player who plays for the Utah Jazz, will be doing his camp out here this next year. Enes Kanter is doing a one-day camp. There’s talk of Oladipo coming back and doing a camp. You just never know.”

Athletes will also receive top-notch training from prominent coaches and trainers who have partnered with The Hive.

“We’ve entered into a partnership with Exos which is the world leader in athlete training and development.

A lot of the guys and gals who come out of college that go into the NBA, WNBA, or the NFL do a lot of training with those guys, and they do training with our athletes too,” said Musselman.

Beyond basketball, The Hive offers a variety of activities. They have a no-commitment gym membership for $25 a month. They also host several different events throughout the year from Zumba marathons to badminton to volleyball.

“There’s something for everybody,” said Musselman. “There’s just a variety of things. The way we’ve always operated is what’s good for us has to be good for our customer.”

The Hive recently added another facility which has helped them expand the types of activities they offer.

“We have a partnership with Oklahoma City Energy professional soccer club, and a group that they help, SportsHouse, that is bringing futsal, which is indoor soccer played on a basketball court, and they use The Hive Annex for that as well,” said Musselman. “So, it’s not just about basketball we’re seeing a total growth in youth activities, and we want to help facilitate whatever we can whether it’s training, practicing or playing.”

While there are activities at The Hive for all ages, youth sports has been a major focus for the organization.

“One of the things that we’ve always talked about is when youth sports is done correctly, it can teach you life lessons, teamwork, how to get along with others, how to overcome adversity whether it’s on or off the court,” said Musselman.

For more information on events and pricing visit www.hivehoops.com.

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The Hive offers space and training to those who need it.

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A look at the new Spring Creek Trail area trails. The Arcadia Lake Trail does not yet have a timeline.

PHOTO BY APRIL BURGESS

The trail is 18 feet wide and features dedicated cycling and walking/running lanes.

By April Burgess The long-awaited Spring Creek Trail officially opened on Thanksgiving Day of 2017, but many residents are just now getting their first look at it as the weather warms up.

The trail is 3.1 miles long, but potential walkers need to keep in mind that that is just one way, so you’ll need to be prepared to make the trip back!

At 18 feet wide, there are dedicated, clearly-marked lanes for both cyclists and walkers/runners. The trail winds through some beautiful countryside, at times meandering through

forest and other times overlooking farm land. Residents wishing to access the trail should park at Spring Creek Park on 15th Street. There are signs directing you where to go.

Normally, the park charges a fee for entry, but those wishing to merely access the trail are not charged.

Plans for 2018 include adding two new trailheads on the west side of the trail at Integris Medical Center and Fox Lake Trail. Eventually, it will also connect to the planned Arcadia Lake Trail that will circle around the lake, increasing the Spring Creek Trail’s connectivity to other Edmond

Looking for ways for you and your family to get active this season?

Here are a few local programs to consider!

KICKINGBIRD TENNIS CENTER 1500 E. Danforth 405 - 348 - 3120 www.kbtenniscenter.com Ages 4-5, 12:30 – 1:30pm $75 includes camp and new tennis racket, $70 includes camp only May 28 - June 1, June 4 - 8, June 11 - 15, June 18 - 22, June 25 - 29, July 2 - 6 Ages 6 & up, 8:00am – 12:00pm $130 includes camp and new tennis racket, $125 includes camp only May 28 - June 1, June 4 - 8, June 11 - 15, June 18 - 22, June 25 - 29, July 2 - 6, July 9 - 13, July 16 - 20, July 23 - 27, July 30 - August 3, August 6 - 10 EDMOND RACQUET CLUB 425 Lilac Drive 340-4241 www.edmondtennis.com Four Day Tennis Camp , 8:45am - Noon Ages 8 - 16, $119 May 29 - June 1, June 4 - 7, June 11 - 14, June 18 - 21, June 25 28, July 9 - 12, July 16 - 19, July 23 - 26, July 3 - Aug. 2, August 6-9 Early Camp For beginners and intermediates $109 includes rack and t-shirt Ages 5 - 8 Tues & Thurs 8:45 - 9:30am May 29 - June 14, June 19 - July 5, July 10 - 26, July 31 - Aug 14 Ages 8 - 16 Mon & Wed 8:30 - 9:25am May 30 - June 18, June 20 - July 12 (not 7/4), July 16 - Aug 1 Evening Camp Beginners and intermediates $99 includes racket and t-shirt

Ages 7-15 Tues & Thurs 6:00 - 6:55pm May 29 - June 14, June 19 - July 5, July 10 - 26, July 31 - Aug 16 EDMOND SOCCER CLUB 1502 W. Danforth 405 - 409 - 2324 www.edmondsoccer.com OEFC Training Camp May 31 & June 1 U11 - 13 June 4 & 5 U14 and up ESC Recreational Camp July 23 - 26 Early Registration Deadline: July 1 ESC Academy Camp July 23 - 26 Early Registration Deadline: July 1 ESC Striker Keeper Camp July 27 - 29 Early Registration Deadline: July 21 ESC Fall League Registration Begins: July 1, 2018 KICKINGBIRD GOLF CLUB 1600 E. Danforth Road 405-341-5350 S.N.A.G. (Starting New at Golf) Ages 4 - 7, Tuesdays & Thursdays 5:30 - 6:30pm, $55 per child March 20 - 29, April 10 - 19, May 8 - 17, August 7 - 16, September 4 - 13, October 2 - 11 Kids Play Free Mondays Ages 4 - 17, Mondays after 6:00pm E.C. Hafer Junior Golf Program Ages 6 - 13, $120, 9:30 - 11:30am June 11 - 13, June 25 - 27, July 9 11, July 23 - 25 Signup: Tuesday, May 1

SIDEBAR: When I walked the trail in mid-March, it was obvious the local wildlife were not yet accustomed to humans frequenting their territory, as I encountered the largest rafter of turkeys (I looked it up, that’s the official name for a group of turkeys!) that I’ve ever seen; almost 30 individuals! A few curious deer also followed me cautiously. How exciting to get so close to nature in the middle of the city!

PHOTO BY APRIL BURGESS

Signs are posted to direct parking and convey trail information.

Spring Creek Trail Spring Creek Trail is accessable from Arcadia Lake's Spring Creek Park 7200 E 15th St

To learn more, visit edmondok.com

Legend Spring Creek Trail Creeks and Ditches Buildings

Ponds Pavement

The 3.1 mile long pathway runs west from Spring Creek Park at Arcadia Lake to I-35.

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Tree Canopy Map Updated: November 21, 2017

MAP FROM EDMONDOK.COM

Currently, the only access to the new Spring Creek Trail is on the far east side, at Spring Creek Park on 15th Street.

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