Edmond Life and Leisure - August 22, 2019

August 22, 2019 Vol. 20, No. 13

In This Issue DIRECTIONS

Most memorable 50th anniversary

Edmond’s Larry Fryer survives heart attack on special day Directions, by Joe Slack, in real life is located in front of OnCue, at 15th and I-35, 4100 E. 15th Street, but this week is hidden somewhere in our paper. Email c o n te s t @ e d m o n d p a p e r. c o m with the correct location to be entered in the weekly drawing.

For more information, see page 4.

North pom team pictured See Page 19

Kay and Larry Fryer

FRIDAY, AUGUST 23 Mostly Cloudy High 90° Low 73°

SATURDAY, AUGUST 24 Partly Cloudy High 89° Low 72°

SUNDAY, AUGUST 25 Partly Cloudy High 93° Low 73°

By Valerie Pautsch OU Medicine On the evening of March 17, Larry Fryer, 78, was doing what property owners do - making routine checks of his rental properties to address miscellaneous maintenance issues. Like most people, Fryer experienced occasional fatigue and after a long day, his weariness was not surprising. Although his medical history included high blood pressure, congestive heart failure and an incidence of cancer, he had only recently undergone a comprehensive physical exam with no serious concerns noted.

As he drove, his breathing suddenly became so labored, he knew he was in trouble. “My friend drove me to the emergency department at OU Medical Center Edmond,” he said.

He arrived at the hospital exhibiting shortness of breath and complaining of chest tightness. In addition to these symptoms, he had hypoxia, a dangerous condition that

deprives the body of oxygen and may compromise vital organs. He was admitted for observation and testing, as the source of symptoms causing his discomfort was not conclusive at the time.

Fryer remembers waking in terror the next morning. “I couldn’t breathe at all. A nurse rushed in as I tried to call my wife, Kay, but I couldn’t get enough air behind the words.”

Colby Pyle, R.N., OU Medical Center Edmond Intensive Care Unit (ICU) nurse, took the phone and spoke with Mrs. Fryer. Fluid buildup had impaired Fryer’s breathing and by mid-morning, he had been moved to the ICU. He received medications that effectively relieved the excessive fluid retention.

It was March 20, the Fryers’ 50th wedding anniversary. Although still a patient in ICU, Fryer was confident his condition was well on the way to a successful resolution. “By early evening, I really felt pretty good. My son was visiting from

PHOTO PROVIDED

Tulsa, and I told him he should go home. Everything was fine, and my friend was willing to stay with me a while longer.”

However, the situation took a dramatic turn later in the evening.

Fryer has some memory of falling asleep, but other recollections are vague. When he awoke, he learned he had survived a heart attack. He also believes he experienced death in those moments before midnight, a belief confirmed by his healthcare team.

Mandy Nelson, DNP, APRN-CNS, ACNS-BC, CCRN, director of the OU Medical Center Edmond ICU, explained that Fryer experienced Torsades de pointes, an abnormal heart rhythm that can lead to sudden cardiac death.

“On March 20, around 11:30 p.m., Mr. Fryer’s heart rhythm became non-life sustaining,” she said.

“Nursing staff intervened, performing chest compressions for about a minute. A defibrillator was used to continued on Page 3

Page 2 • August 22, 2019 • Edmond Life & Leisure

Edmond Life & Leisure • August 22, 2019 • Page 3

Robotic surgery breakthrough Cover Last spring was a discouraging time for Billy Mickle. He was diagnosed with liver cancer and his course of treatment seemed unsure.

Then he was referred to Nelson Royall, M.D., a Tulsa-based OU Physicians surgeon who was the first to bring major robotic liver surgery to Oklahoma. Royall used the robot to perform Dr,. Royall minimally invasive surgery on Mickle, removing the left lobe of his liver, in which the cancer was confined, and sent him home only three days later.

For Mickle, who lives in Sand Springs, Royall’s expertise was a godsend. The cancer had not spread, his small incisions healed quickly, and he’s back to his daily life.

“Dr. Royall and his staff are just amazing,” Mickle said. “I give him the highest praise.”

Royall brings a unique service to Oklahoma. He is one of only a handful of robotic liver and pancreas surgeons in the United States and is the first in Oklahoma to use the robot to perform surgery for liver and pancreatic cancer.

He is fellowship-trained in surgery of the liver, bile duct and pancreas, bringing years of surgical oncology experience to patients in Oklahoma and around the region.

With robotic liver surgery, patients bleed less, meaning they don’t require blood products or transfusions, Royall said. They face a lower risk for complications, leave the hospital faster, and recover more quickly than those who undergo traditional open surgeries. Incisions are five to eight millimeters, which leads to less pain and scarring. In addition, the robot makes surgery possible for many patients who couldn’t tolerate open surgery or aren’t candidates for laparoscopic surgery because of other issues.

Patients also enjoy a good

prognosis after robotic liver surgery because of Royall’s skills in performing more precise and advanced maneuvers than would be possible with laparoscopic surgery.

“The robot allows me to have 360degree range of motion, which lets me get around difficult areas and structures,” he said. “I can perform more delicate suturing, and I can do complex movements without any difficulty.

We also remove lymph nodes from the area to make sure the cancer hasn’t spread, and the robot allows me to remove them safely while protecting sensitive blood vessels and organs in the area.”

The robotic system provides additional tools to enhance the safety of the surgery. Three-dimensional imaging allows Royall to see where structures are in space. The robot also offers what is equivalent to X-ray vision – allowing him to see inside the liver and bile duct system.

“It allows me to quickly find the bile duct and blood vessels feeding the different parts of the liver,” he said. “I can make sure the ones that need to be protected are not injured during the surgery. It also helps to prevent leaks from areas like the bile duct.”

Royall finds it gratifying to provide a safer surgery that results in outcomes at least as good or better than traditional and laparoscopic surgery. His patients are grateful to have the option in Oklahoma.

“I was very blessed to have this surgery,” Mickle said. “I knew I was going to be alright.”

Tereasa and Billy Mickle

From Page 1 administer a series of shocks. Essentially, he was brought back to life – normal heart rhythm resumed with a perceptible pulse. We call it ROSC - return of spontaneous circulation.”

Fryer was discharged two days later with no lasting adverse effects noted.

Fryer remembers little of the events of that evening beyond what staff and family members have told

him, but he’s sure of this: “I’m alive today because those doctors and nurses knew exactly what to do and when to do it.”

His wife expressed amazement and gratitude. “We celebrated our 50th wedding anniversary – a little late, maybe - but I know if things had been different, instead of enjoying dinner and fond memories, I might have been making funeral arrangements.”

Edmond physician’s assignment teopathic medicine.

SSM Health St. AnShe completed an inthony is pleased to ternship and her resiwelcome Edmond’s Dr. dency at Tulsa Caroline Merritt, interRegional Medical Cennal medicine, as a new ter in Tulsa, Okla. primary care physician Board-certified in infor adults in Oklahoma ternal medicine, MerCity. Merritt’s apritt treats patients ages proach to care is based 18 and older across all on building relationfacets of non-emerships with patients; gency primary care, she invites them to from annual wellness take an active role in exams, to treatment of their health, consideracute symptoms, to ing what lifestyle facongoing treatment of tors and stresses may Dr. Merritt chronic concerns such contribute to their as diabetes, hypertenhealth outcomes.

Merritt graduated with a bachelor’s sion and more.

Merritt will see patients at her ofdegree in biology from the University fice on the second floor of the SSM of Central Oklahoma in 1998 before Health St. Anthony Healthplex lopursuing a medical degree at the Oklahoma State University College of cated at 13401 N. Western Ave. in Oklahoma City. To make an appointOsteopathic Medicine, where she ment, call 405-252-3450. graduated in 2003 as a doctor of os-

Page 4 • August 22, 2019 • Edmond Life & Leisure

From the Publisher

Tony DeSare booked at Jazz Lab Just as promised, the Tres Amigos Productions concert with the Wise Guys on Aug. 29 has sold out. It did so in less than two weeks after announcing it in this column.

While I am sorry if you didn’t get a ticket, you can be happy the concert is a fund-raiser for UCO Foundation jazz music Ray Hibbard scholarship. As always, all proceeds go directly to the scholarship at the UCO Foundation. Tres Amigos concerts have endowed one full scholarship and we are close to completing a second one. The Wise Guys are nice enough to help with that effort.

You still have a chance to hear another jazz great at the Jazz Lab. Tres Amigos is bringing in Tony DeSare on Sept. 28 and it will be another sell out folks. You can get tickets by calling (405) 3408552. The show will start at 8 p.m. Don’t delay in calling.

You may not be as familiar with DeSare as some of the other vocalists that the not-for-profit production company has brought to Edmond including John Pizzarelli, Steve Tyrell and Peter Cincotti. DeSare fits right up there with his ability to perform from the Great American Songbook.

DeSare was born in Glens Falls, N.Y. in 1976. He began playing the piano as a child and had many public performances in his late teens. He attended Ithaca College and continued to perform locally. In 1998 he moved to New York where he performed in an off Broadway musical. DeSare was lucky enough to meet jazz guitarist Bucky Pizzarelli, father of John Pizzarelli. The elder Pizzarelli took DeSare under his wing and helped him along in his career.

Tony DeSare performs with infectious joy, wry playfulness and robust musicality. Named a “Rising Star Male Vocalist” in Downbeat magazine, DeSare has lived up to this distinction by winning critical and popular acclaim for his concert performances throughout North America and abroad. From jazz clubs to Carnegie Hall to Las Vegas headlining with Don Rickles and major symphony orchestras, DeSare has brought his fresh take on old school class around the globe.

DeSare has three top ten Billboard jazz albums under his belt and has been featured on the CBS Early Show, NPR, A Prairie Home Companion, the Today Show and his music has been posted by social media celebrity juggernaut, George Takei. DeSare has also collaborated with YouTube icons Postmodern Jukebox.

Notwithstanding his critically acclaimed turns as a singer/pianist, DeSare is also an accomplished award-winning composer. He not only won first place in the USA Songwriting Contest but has written the theme song for the motion picture, My Date With Drew, several broadcast commercials and has composed the full soundtracks for the Hallmark Channel's Love Always, Santa and Lifetime's Nanny Nightmare.

His sound is romantic, swinging and sensual, but what sets DeSare apart is his ability to write original material that sounds fresh and contemporary.

His compositions include a wide-range of romantic, funny, and soulful sounds that can be found on his

Tony DeSare top-selling recordings.

DeSare's debut album, Want You, was released

by Telarc in 2005. The material included standards, covers of lesser-known pieces, and originals.

It peaked at No. 43 on the Billboard jazz albums chart. DeSare's 2007 release Last First Kiss also included originals and standards, from Prince's "Kiss" and Carole King's "I Feel the Earth Move" to "Gee Baby Ain't I Good to You" and "How Deep Is the Ocean?" It was featured on NPR's Weekend Edition Saturday and reached No. 8 on the Billboard jazz albums chart.

My favorite album of DeSare’s is “One for My Baby” released in 2017. The album also features guitarist Edward Decker who plays some incredible guitar with a seven-string instrument. Lots of good music. If you can find it, he has a single called 17 Versions of Jingle Bells that is a fun listen. There is also a video out in the world wide web that is good to watch of him performing this single.

Don’t delay my friends! It will make for a romantic night so plan on impressing your spouse by buying tickets to this concert. You will not only impress them, but you will also be helping endow another full jazz music scholarship at UCO. AAA offers easy passport processing Going to the trouble of getting a passport or even the job of getting one renewed can be daunting. You must have a passport to leave the country and take advantage of some great travel opportunities, but many are intimidated by the process.

Even if you are not currently planning a trip it is a good idea to have your passport at hand or have it up to date just in case. It is one less detail to bother with and you never know how long it will take to get a passport back.

The Edmond AAA Car Care, Insurance and Travel Center is hosting the perfect opportunity to make getting a passport easier this coming Saturday, Aug. 24 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Folks are invited, members and nonmembers alike, to stop by the office at 1701 S Broadway for processing and to get help with your next passport. It is a one stop shop so to speak.

Appointments are required and can be made by calling (405) 717-8258. Those with questions specifically about passports should call the U.S. Postal Service at (405) 844-0583 in advance or visit travel.state.gov.

Staff from the U.S. Postal Service will be onsite in Edmond on the 24th with necessary forms and will submit completed documents for processing.

AAA associates will take the required photos, a service regularly offered at AAA locations.

“Europe is a bucket list destination for many Americans, and this year is no exception,” said Jacqueline Bass, AAA travel agent. “London has grown in popularity compared with last year, while Rome, Dublin and Paris continue to be hot spots for top travel destinations. Oklahomans are also planning holiday travel and cruises for winter months and trips to Canada for next summer.”

Changes in the world economy has improved exchange rates for Americans traveling in Europe.

There really hasn’t been a better time to travel abroad.

AAA travel agents will be available at the OneStop Passport Fair to consult with those dreaming of international travel. They help simplify the process that can sometimes become overwhelming and risky, absent knowledgeable help. “Planning ahead and booking early with the expertise of a knowledgeable travel agent allows you to maximize your vacation experience, saving time and money so you can focus on making vacation memories,” Bass said.

AAA travel agents will alert those attending to specially negotiated discounts with travel providers and advise them on other savings or benefits, such as upgrades and shipboard credits. AAA members can make their vacation dollars go further with exclusive travel-related discounts on lodging, car rentals, entertainment venues and travel necessities.

If you think the need for using a travel agent is long gone, think again. The official travel agent of Edmond Life & Leisure is Prime Time Travel. They are experts on travel especially when it comes to Europe. Owner Victor Neal is from the other side of the pond and has all the connections to make your trip to Europe special. He and his staff have saved me many times in my travels.

Booking online can go just fine right up to the point you have a problem. Being able to call a local travel agent when there is a change in airline schedules or hotel reservations is priceless. One call to your travel agent and they take care of the rest. They have the data base, programs and knowledge to get you back on track. Having a local number to call and talking to a real person who knows you is the best. But the starting point is to get your passport squared away and you will have just that opportunity this Saturday.

(Ray Hibbard may be reached by e-mail at ray@edmondpaper.com)

Check out what’s inside! n Weekend calendar of events ........................................................Page 8. n Letters to the Editor..........................................................Pages 10 & 11. n Girl’s $2 million medicine ..........................................................Page 13. n Movie review by George Gust ....................................................Page 15. n Crossword ..................................................................................Page 15. n County fair this weekend............................................................Page 18. n North varisty pom team featured ..............................................Page 19. n Business of the week ..................................................................Page 21. n Worship directory ......................................................................Page 23.

See if you can find ‘Directions’ “Directions,” in real life is located in front of OnCue, at 15th and I-35, 4100 E 15th Street, but this week is hidden somewhere in our paper. E-mail contest@edmondpaper.com with the correct location to be entered in the weekly drawing.

Local artist Joe Slack created the sculpture to draw the public in. “I just want to engage,” said Slack, “And for it to be part of the landscape.” At it’s tallest point of 17 feet ‘Directions' is the largest sculpture Slack has ever attempted. It features three huge faces with a rust patina. Located along I-35 it is certain to draw travelers in to engage with just one of the pieces of public art Edmond is known for.

For more information on Edmond public art please visit http://visitedmondok.com/public-art.php

Publisher Ray Hibbard Jr. ray@edmondpaper.com Partner Christopher T. Hoke Editor Steve Gust news@edmondpaper.com Production April Burgess, Deanne York Advertising Director Alexx Harms alexx@edmondpaper.com Contributing Writers Dave Farris, Mallery Nagle, Kacee Van Horn, Rose Drebes, George Gust.

Legal Counsel Todd McKinnis Ruebenstein & Pitts, PLLC Copyright © 2019 by Edmond Media Publishing 107 S. Broadway Edmond, OK 73034 405.340.3311 (office) 405.340.3384 (fax) Mailing address: P.O. Box 164 Edmond, OK 73083 All rights reserved.

Material contained herein may not be reproduced in any form without the express written permission from Edmond Media Publishing. edmondlifeandleisure.com

Photographer Melinda Infante

facebook.com/edmondlifeandleisure

Cover Design April Burgess

instagram.com/edmondlifeandleisure

twitter.com/edmondlifeandleisure

Edmond Life & Leisure • August 22, 2019 • Page 5

EPS plans to boost salaries After being the first district in Oklahoma to pay first-year certified teachers a starting salary of $40,000 per year, Edmond Public Schools has plans to once again raise teacher pay. The district and the Edmond Association of Classroom Teachers (EACT) have come to an agreement on teacher raises which will provide first-year certified teachers a starting salary of $41,745. Health, life and disability insurance, and district-paid retirement contributions push a first-year teacher’s total compensation and benefits to $52,374.

The state legislated $1,220 salary increase for teachers, approved in May 2019, plus additional raises allocated by the district, means that the salary for a first-year Edmond teacher will be 14 percent above the state minimum starting salary of $36,601. Veteran teachers will also receive raises.

For example, a teacher with 10 years experience and a bachelor’s degree will make a base salary of $46,370 in 2019-2020 compared to the 20182019 base salary of $44,625. Total compensation and benefits for that teacher will be $57,809.

The total cost of the certified compensation package over and above the legislated pay increase is just over $2 million. Edmond Schools also pays the entire retirement contribution for all of its employees.

“Edmond Schools is pleased to work with our employees to provide highly competitive compensation and benefits,” said Superintendent Bret Towne. “Increases in compensation, along with the addition of more than 120 new teaching positions to reduce class sizes, and expanding site budgets are all part of the Board of Education’s commit-

ment to support staff and student’s needs.”

The district and EACT also agreed on the following measures to increase compensation for teachers: n Augment the legislated pay raise for certified staff who work more days than the standard 181day contract n Provide the entire legislative pay raise as base pay and add employee’s teacher retirement contributions as a district-paid benefit Additionally, the district plans to provide raises to support personnel. The district added more than $1 million in local funds to the tentative agreement with Support Employees of Edmond (SEE). In all, the district provided an additional $5.6 million in employee compensation during the 2019 summer negotiation process with both EACT and SEE.

EPS represented at elite professional development event Edmond Public Schools’ Becky Archibald, Sony Lovell, and Nick Vincent, recently joined more than 160 fellow educators from around the world for the 2019 DEN Summer Institute (DENSI), an immersive, fiveday professional development experience. A global community of education professionals supported by Discovery Education, the Discovery Educator Network (DEN) connects members across school systems and around the world through social media, virtual conferences, and inperson events, fostering valuable networking, idea sharing, and inspiration. Discovery Education is the global leader in standards-aligned digital curriculum resources, engaging content, and professional learning for K-12 classrooms.

The 2019 DEN Summer Institute was held July 15-19 at Weber State University in Ogden, UT. Featuring a number of interactive seminars and hands-on workshops, the 2019 DENSI was designed to support educators as they combine the latest technologies and digital content to create authentic digital learning environments that engage students and

Some 160 educators from around the world recently participated in the 2019 DEN Summer Institute (DENSI), an immersive, 5-day professional development experience. Among those in attendance were, from left, Jannita Demian, Director of Learning Communities and Instructional Content for Discovery Education, and Becky Archibald, Sony Lovell, and Nick Vincent from Edmond Public Schools.

improve achievement. In addition, the 2019 DENSI provided an opportunity for participants to connect, collaborate, and share resources, ideas and strategies for integrating the latest technologies and digital content into classroom instruction.

“We are very proud of the educators from our district selected to participate in DENSI 2019, and our

community is inspired by their commitment to using the latest technologies and digital content to help all students reach their highest potential,” said Superintendent Bret Towne. “Our students will benefit tremendously from the new approaches to using educational technologies our educators have taken away from this great professional

learning opportunity.”

Participation in the 2019 DENSI was on an invitation-only basis. The classroom teachers, school principals, instructional coaches, library media and technology specialists, and other educators selected to participate in the 2019 DENSI were chosen for their outstanding leadership qualities, interest in integrating educational technologies into classroom instruction, and dedication to creating dynamic digital learning environments.

In addition to hearing from education experts, attendees participated in a series of interactive workshops led by the Discovery Education learning community team and other DEN members about creating digital content and integrating mobile and webbased tools into instruction.

Attendees also collaborated with fellow educators on a variety of educational technology projects, and shared ideas and best practices with peers.

For more information about the DEN Summer Institute, visit https://den.discoveryeducation.com/ participate/summerinstitutesfaq.

Page 6 • August 22, 2019 • Edmond Life & Leisure

Edmond’s Allen is top Heritage Hall educator

PHOTO PROVIDED

Heritage Hall Alumni Association Board Member Michael Levine '04 presents the 2019 Distinguished Faculty Award to Assistant Athletic Director Kelly Allen.

The Heritage Hall Alumni Association (HHAA) has honored Assistant Athletic Director Kelly Allen of Edmond as the 2019 recipient of its Distinguished Faculty Award.

Presented annually during the School’s Faculty Recognition Luncheon, the award recognizes a current faculty or staff member who has exhibited dedication and commitment to inspiring and educating lifelong learners.

HHAA Board member Michael Levine ’04 presented the award on behalf of the Association, pausing briefly to pay tribute to the familiar faces in the audience and noting that many of them, including this year’s award recipient, have been on staff since he first walked these halls 29 years ago.

Since coming to Heritage Hall in 1998, Allen has served in both coaching and teaching roles. Levine said he was fortunate to have Coach Allen as a teacher in eighth grade Ethics and Oklahoma History, and as a high school baseball coach.

Levine recalled one of his favorite memories about Coach Allen. “I’ll never forget walking down the Middle School hall one day and overhearing Coach Allen say to Coach Brown, ‘There goes the future of Heritage Hall baseball.’ For a varsity coach – especially one just coming off the program’s first state championship season – to say something like that is a huge moment for an eighth grader.

Years later, though, I learned that Sam McCurdy ’05 was walking right behind me that day, so there went

that. All kidding aside, I walked on air that day and worked hard to live up to Coach Allen’s expectations throughout my career,” Levine said.

Levine continued, “Coach Allen teaches his players life lessons that transcend boundaries from baseball to business to family. He shows players how to win and lose the right way, with humility and appreciation for the game and your opponent. He inspires players to work harder, to achieve more, never to be satisfied, and to stay optimistic always. Those are the values that had the biggest impact on my life and that I will be passing down to my boys.”

Quoting legendary basketball UCLA coach John Wooden, Levine said, “A good coach can change a game. A great coach can change a life.”

“Coach Allen,” Levine concluded, “has empowered and inspired countless young men and women throughout his career.”

Upon accepting the award, Allen remarked, “This is an unbelievable honor. It means a lot to be somewhere for 32 years and still feel wanted and needed. I love Heritage Hall. I love being here. Thank you!”

Allen joins a prestigious list of previous Distinguished Faculty recipients: former Dean of Faculty and Social Studies Department Chair Dr. John Powell; Head of Lower School Betsy Horn; Middle School Dean of Students Craig Brown (Heritage Hall Class of 1978); Associate Athletic Director Chris Gfeller; and Middle School English teacher Cathie Perry.

Heritage Hall lauds returning faculty & staff Last week Heritage Hall welcomed back teachers and staff with its annual Faculty Recognition Luncheon, sponsored by the School’s Board of Trustees.

In addition to recognizing employees for milestone years of service, the School announced three inaugural chaired endowments, The Guy A. Bramble Chair in English and Language Arts, the Julie O. Bramble Chair in Elementary Education, and the William Carson Harris ’19 Middle School Faculty Chair.

Both Bramble endowments were established by past patrons Tony and Jil Boghetich (parents of April Boghetich Rutledge ’97, Travis Boghetich ’99, Cody Boghetich ’03, and Christina Boghetich ’08), under the auspices of the Robert Glenn Rapp Foundation.

Tony Boghetich, a past board president and long-time champion of Heritage Hall teachers, said, “Our faculty is the most important asset of our school; not our buildings, not our campus – our faculty!” The endowments were so named in honor of both Guy and Julie Bramble’s “long-term (31 of its 50 years) and transformational leadership of Heritage Hall.”

The William Carson Harris ’19 Middle School Faculty Chair was established by alumnus Glenn Harris ’77 in memory of his son, Will, who greatly appreciated the Middle School teachers’ care for him in and out of the classroom, which proved instrumental in his personal growth, happiness, and success. Glenn Harris is the father of Eliot Harris Dennard ’05, Grace Harris ’08, Tripp Harris ’16, Will Harris ’19, and Max Harris.

The Guy A. Bramble Chair in English and Language Arts – Recipient: Robert Ring, English Department Chair Dedicated to the School’s longtime, visionary headmaster and member of the English department, Guy A. Bramble. The chair honors teaching excellence in the English or Language Arts depart-

PHOTO PROVIDED

Glenn Harris with the William Carson Harris ’19 Middle School Faculty Chair recipient, sixth grade English teacher Cathie Perry.

ments for grades 5-12.

The Julie O. Bramble Chair in Elementary Education – Recipient: Sharon Marion, Educational Support Services Honors a Lower School (PS-4) teacher who demonstrates a nurturing approach, a deep passion for learning, and an unwavering devotion to students.

William Carson Harris ’19 Middle School Faculty Chair – Recipient: Cathie Perry, Sixth Grade English Honors a teacher who demonstrates compassion and emphasizes the teacher-student relationship.

Heritage Hall Faculty/Staff Milestone Recognitions

Recipients 35 Years – Jan Bradford, Roxanne Warner 20 Years – Chris Gfeller, Mary Lukaszek 15 Years – Jay Ferguson ’96, Chris Hamilton, Sharon Marion, Katie Parrott Trudgeon ’93, Andi Townsley, Leslie Hamlin 10 Years – Regina Banks, Jamie Bramble ’05, Bill Elder, Cristi Miller, Jennifer Huff, Heather Verity Showalter ’95, Judy Turner 5 Years – Christina Boghetich ’08, Cooper Cloud ’11, Erin Cox, Becky Drozd, Jay Freeman, Wesley Holloway ’08, Megan Johnson, Trevor Larson ’08, Brooke Bogert McKean ’10, Jenifer Standish, Dr. Karen Thurston, Sheila Walters

Heritage Hall's Guy and Julie Bramble with The Guy A. Bramble Chair in English and Language Arts and The Julie O. Bramble Chair in Elementary Education recipients – Robert Ring, English Department Chair; and Sharon Marion, Educational Support Services.

PHOTO PROVIDED

Edmond Life & Leisure • August 22, 2019 • Page 7

Vaccinations urged for all ages August is National Immunization Awareness Month, and the Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) wants to remind the public that immunizations are important for people of all ages.

Childhood/adolescent vaccinations Routine childhood vaccinations protect children from 16 serious diseases. The immunization schedule recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is designed to provide immunity early in life before children are potentially exposed to serious diseases. Some vaccines require more than one dose to provide the best protection; it is important to receive each dose at the recommended time.

Dr. Fauzia Khan, director of the OSDH Immunization Service, said vaccines are safe and effective at preventing serious, potentially life-threatening diseases.

“While many serious diseases are no longer common in the United States, some still exist and can spread to those who aren’t vaccinated,” said Khan. “This is particularly concerning for infants who are too young to be immunized or even to adults who have health conditions which prohibit them from receiving vaccinations.”

Childhood diseases such as whooping cough, chickenpox and even measles remain in the United States, and can be prevented by vaccines.

Maternal vaccinations It is important for pregnant women to be up to date on vaccinations prior to becoming pregnant, and also to receive recommended vaccines during pregnancy to protect the baby after birth by passing on antibodies.

Some illnesses such as the flu are more serious for pregnant women as changes to the immune system, heart and lungs make them more prone to severe illness and puts them at risk of premature labor and delivery.

Receiving a Tdap vaccine during pregnancy provides protection against whooping cough for a

mother and her baby.

“The Tdap and flu vaccines are safe to receive during pregnancy,” said Khan. “A 2017 CDC report found Tdap vaccination during the third trimester prevents more than 3 in 4 cases of whooping cough in babies younger than 2 months old.”

Whooping cough is a contagious illness causing uncontrollable coughing which can lead to choking or vomiting. Anyone can get whooping cough but it is especially dangerous for infants. Health officials recom-

UCO Melton Gallery hosts public reception tonight The University of Central Oklahoma’s Melton Gallery will host a free and open-to-the-public opening reception for the “Art and Design Faculty Exhibit,” an exhibition featuring the work of Central’s Art and Design, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Aug. 22.

The show will be on display at the Melton Gallery from now until Aug. 30. The Melton Gallery is located in the UCO Art and Design building, in the center of Central’s campus.

Viewers will experience an array of talent through the visual arts, design and research projects on display. It is a group exhibit with individual perspectives that come together to showcase the aptitude and influence of the Department of Art and School of Design as a whole.

“This is the second annual ‘Art and Design Faculty Exhibit’ at the Melton Gallery and we are eager to see what new creative efforts our faculty have been working on throughout the year and this summer,” said Kyle Cohlmia, curator of exhibitions at the Melton Gallery.

“While the primary role of these faculty members is to instruct our students in the classroom, many work on their craft during university breaks through residencies, professional development opportunities and personal time in their homes or studio spaces.”

The show aims to demonstrate an aspect of faculty members’ identities

that the Central community is rarely able to experience in a classroom setting.

The exhibit includes work by eight faculty members representing the Department of Art and 13 from the School of Design.

“The diversity of UCO Art and Design faculty work is often individualized in solo or separate shows. With this show, the Melton Gallery is excited to showcase the talent from these professors and instructors in one collective exhibit,” Cohlmia added.

Light refreshments will be served at the reception and artists will be present to provide more information about their work.

The Melton Gallery’s 2019 fall exhibits will continue in September with the opening of the “Reshaping Conventions” symposium on race, gender and identity. “Reshaping Conventions” is a semester-long symposium that features exhibits by Patrick Earl Hammie Sept. 9-Oct. 10 and Le’Andra LeSeur Oct. 24- Nov. 21.

The Melton Gallery is free and open to the public 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Mondays-Thursdays and Fridays by appointment.

For more information about the Melton Gallery, visit www.meltongallery.com.

For a complete listing of UCO College of Fine Arts and Design events and performances, visit cfad.uco.edu.

The Melton Gallery

mend vaccinations for parents, grandparents, siblings and childcare workers who are in contact with infants.

Adult vaccinations In addition to the routine childhood immunizations, adults need vaccinations to protect against other illnesses such as shingles, pneumonia, tetanus and the flu. For those with conditions such as diabetes, illnesses like the flu can make it difficult to control blood sugar.

Vaccines are also important in pre-

venting adults, especially those over the age of 65, from becoming seriously ill or being hospitalized from a number of illnesses.

The CDC provides an adult vaccine assessment tool to help determine which vaccines may be appropriate.

The tool can be viewed at https://go.usa.gov/xVC95.

For more information about recommended vaccinations for children or adults, contact the OSDH Immunization Service at (405) 271-4073 or visit http://imm.health.ok.gov.

Page 8 • August 22, 2019 • Edmond Life & Leisure

Overcoming procrastination Sometimes, it’s easier to put your responsibilities aside when you feel overwhelmed, overworked or distracted by more enjoyable pursuits.

However, when you postpone too many projects, your life can feel disorganized and out of control. Here are some tips to avoid procrastination as you learn to focus on the tasks at hand: n Make a commitment to yourself to complete your tasks on time. Motivate yourself to get work done by listening to music or giving yourself a pep talk. n Visualize what it will take to complete each item on your list.

Imagine what you’ll be able to do once that task is complete and checked off your list. n Break your projects into shortterm and long-term tasks to help manage your time. n Limit your checklist to 10 items per day and address the most important items first. n If necessary, delegate your responsibilities to others. n Celebrate when you meet deadlines. A short break, a night out or even a major activity can help you prepare for the next project.

“Remember, if you’re having a problem with time management, there are easy solutions to correct the situation,” said David Swope, L.P.C.,

L.A.D.C., C.E.A.P. and clinical director at Sunbeam. “You can get your life in order and your work done on time!”

Sunbeam offers high-quality, affordable Counseling services for people of all ages who need help with life’s challenges. Clients learn ways to identify, cope and build strengths to overcome difficulties.

Sunbeam’s staff consists of mental health professionals who provide traditional counseling services based on their professional training, experience and areas of expertise. Counselors are Licensed, License Eligible, or Master Level Interns who are supervised

by Licensed Clinicians. Sunbeam’s counselors are professionally trained in individual, marital, relationship and family therapies. They have the experience and dedication to help individuals and families find solutions that provide hope.

For more information, visit SunbeamFamilyServices.org/counseling or call 405-528-7721.

Join the movement to help children grow, heal, learn and thrive. Through Aug. 31, donations made to help children will be matched, dollar for dollar, up to $5,000.

This donation match is made possible thanks to Tall Oak Midstream. To make a donation visit SunbeamFamilyServices.org/thrive or call 405-6098994.

Aug. 22-25 Thursday, Aug. 22 ---- In the Gallery ---- Bryn Greenwood Book Signing ---- UCO Art & Design Faculty Exhibit Opening Reception ---- Dinner and a Movie: The Rider (2017) ---- Read the West Book Club ---- Advancing the Pencil Portrait, Part 1 ---- Just Between Friends Friday, Aug. 23 ---- In the Gallery ---- Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association Range Round-up ---- Just Between Friends ---- Casey Donahew in Concert ---- OK County Free Fair ---- Driving Miss Daisy Saturday, Aug. 24 ---- In the Gallery ---- Edmond Farmer’s Market ---- Arcadia Farmer’s Market ---- Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association Range Round-up ---- 2019 Family Fun Nights ---- Jabari Grover Live ---- Slide Outta Summer ---- Tammi Sauer Storytime & Book Signing ---- Scott Keeton Band ---- Just Between Friends ---- OK County Free Fair ---- Driving Miss Daisy ---- Midwest Arms Collector Gun & Knife Show ---- Stoney LaRue in Concert ---- Randy Rogers Band in Concert Sunday, Aug. 25 ---- In the Gallery ---- Driving Miss Daisy ---- Midwest Arms Collector Gun & Knife Show ---- Remington Bark Extra Information on Weekend Happenings In the Gallery Location: Edmond Fine Arts Institute Extra Info: Featuring works by Austin Navrkal; for information go to: http://www.edmondfinearts.com Edmond Farmers Market Location: Festival Marketplace & Plaza Extra Info: Free admission; 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.; for more information go to: edmondOK.com Arcadia Farmer’s Market Location: Arcadia Farmer’s Market Extra Info: 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.; for more information visit arcadiafarmersmarket.com Bryn Greenwood Book Signing Location: Best of Books Extra Info: 6 – 7:30 p.m.; Bryn Greenwood will be signing her new book The Reckless Oath We Made.

For more information visit them on Facebook.

UCO Art & Design Faculty Exhibit Opening Reception Location: UCO – Melton Gallery Extra Info: 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.; for more information visit them on Facebook Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association Range Round-up Location: Lazy E Arena Extra Info: for more information visit them on Facebook 2019 Family Fun Nights Location: Kickingbird Golf Club

Extra Info: 5 p.m.; $8 green fees, $8 carts; for more information visit edmondok.com Jabari Grover Live Location: UCO – Jazz Lab Extra Info: 8 p.m.; $28; for more information visit them on Facebook Slide Outta Summer Location: Mitch Park Extra Info: for more information visit edmondok.com Tammi Sauer Storytime & Book Signing Location: Best of Books Extra Info: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.; story time and signing of her new book Nugget & Fang; for more information visit them on Facebook Scott Keeton Band Location: River Lounge, Riverwind Casino Extra Info: 9 p.m.; for more information visit riverwind.com Dinner and a Movie: The Rider (2017) Location: National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum Extra Info: 5 – 8 p.m.; for more information visit nationalcowboymuseum.org Read the West Book Club Location: National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, Mozelle Richardson Theater Extra Info: 6 – 7:15 p.m.; reading “An Undisturbed Peace”; for more information visit nationalcowboymuseum.org Advancing the Pencil Portrait, Part 1 Location: National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, Classrooms A & B Extra Info: 6 – 8:30 p.m.; Enroll skill levels are beginner to advanced; for more information visit nationalcowboymuseum.org Casey Donahew in Concert Location: Zoo Amphitheatre Extra Info: Doors open 5:30 p.m., Show 6:30 p.m.; for more information visit thezooamphitheatre.com OK County Free Fair Location: Oklahoma State Fair Park Extra Info: 3 – 7 p.m.; for more information visit oces.okstate.edu Driving Miss Daisy Location: Pollard Theatre, Guthrie Extra Info: for more information visit thepollard.org Midwest Arms Collector Gun & Knife Show Location: Oklahoma State Fair Park Extra Info: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.; for more information visit statefairparkokc.com Stoney LaRue in Concert Location: Frontier City Theme Park Extra Info: for more information visit sixflags.com Randy Rogers Band in Concert Location: Frontier City Theme Park Extra Info: for more information visit sixflags.com Remington Bark Location: Remington Park Extra Info: for more information visit them on Facebook Just Between Friends Location: Oklahoma State Fair Park Extra Info: for more information visit okc

Edmond Life & Leisure • August 22, 2019 • Page 9

Tips to drive safely around schoolchildren Curb back-to-school tragedies with AAA Oklahoma’s 7 life-saving tips August 15, 2019 - - Most Oklahoma students are returning to school and AAA Oklahoma warns drivers to be especially vigilant for pedestrians during before- and afterschool hours.

Nearly one-third of all child pedestrian fatalities in the United States occur between 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.

Through its annual ‘School’s Open – Drive Carefully’ public awareness campaign, AAA aims to help reduce child pedestrian fatalities and injuries.

According to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, a pedestrian struck by a vehicle traveling 25 miles per hour is nearly two-thirds less likely to be killed as compared to a pedestrian struck by a vehicle traveling just 10 mph faster.

“It’s that time when motorists need to avoid distractions, and be much more aware and careful, as students head back to schools,” said Mark Madeja, AAA Oklahoma spokesman.

“Kids will be walking and biking to school, getting on and off school buses and in and out of cars in carpool lines. All of these situations create extra hazards for drivers as well as the student pedestrians and bicyclists. In addition, many new, inexpe-

rienced teen drivers will be driving to school for the first time, creating additional concerns for traffic safety.”

Nearly one-fifth of traffic fatalities of children below the age of 15 are pedestrians, with more school-age pedestrians killed between the hours of 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. than any other time of day.

AAA Oklahoma is also giving the drivers “homework”: Take AAA’s “Don’t Drive Intexticated” pledge to quit distracted driving. “With more distractions than ever, motorists need to make a new commitment to put the phone away and watch out for students," said Madeja. Motorists can sign the pledge online at aaa.com/dontdrivedistracted.

Seven life-saving tips for motorists can get everyone off to a great new school year: n Slow down. Speed limits in school zones are reduced for a reason. A pedestrian struck by a vehicle traveling at 25 mph is nearly twothirds less likely to be killed compared to a pedestrian struck by a vehicle traveling just 10 mph faster. n Eliminate distractions. Children often cross the road unexpectedly and may emerge suddenly between two parked cars. Research shows that taking your eyes off the road for just

two seconds doubles your chances of crashing. Put down the phone. n Reverse responsibly. Every vehicle has blind spots. Check for children on the sidewalk, driveway and around your vehicle before slowly backing up. Teach your children to never play in, under or around vehicles — even those that are parked. n Brake for buses. It may be tempting to drive around a stopped school bus, but not only is it dangerous, it’s against the law, no matter which direction you’re approaching the stopped bus from. n Talk to your teen. Car crashes are the leading cause of death for teens in the United States, and more than one in four fatal crashes involving teen drivers occur during the

after-school hours of 3 to 7 p.m. Get evidence-based guidance and tips at TeenDriving.AAA.com. n Come to a complete stop. Research shows that more than onethird of drivers roll through stop signs in school zones or neighborhoods. Always come to a complete stop, checking carefully for children on sidewalks and in crosswalks before proceeding. n Watch for bicycles. Children on bikes are often inexperienced, unsteady and unpredictable. Slow down and allow at least three feet of passing distance between your vehicle and the bicycle. If your child rides a bicycle to school, require that they wear a properly-fitted bicycle helmet on every ride.

Page 10 • August 22, 2019 • Edmond Life & Leisure

Commentary ... We’re on YOUR Side

Football season returning I think it’s a consensus that just about everyone is ready for football season to get under way. That’s what I’m hearing.

Although there are probably Steve Gust lots of people who do not care for sports at all.

Hard to believe, but it’s true. A lot of people apparently have many other things on their minds.

They don’t have time to cheer on any team.

Yet as early as this weekend, ESPN will begin broadcasting college games. Miami will play at Florida and Arizona makes the long trip to Hawaii. It always amazes me about games in Hawaii. They start at almost 10 p.m. and don’t end until early Sunday morning.

It will be interesting to see if OU can learn to play defense again. Last year was odd. The Sooners had one strategy. They just outscored everyone until they got to Alabama in the national playoff. Maybe if games had five quarters, they could have even

won that one. Tough to overcome a 28-0 deficit.

I urge everyone this year to get out and cheer on your favorite high school football team as well.

It’s pretty impressive these days to drive by Memorial High School on 15th and see the huge revamped stadium there.

North and Santa Fe have their own stadiums now also.

And please get out and catch the Bronchos also. Coach Nick Bobeck’s done a good job. Hard to believe this is his eighth season.

Their season starts Sept. 5 when they host Pittsburg State at Wantland Stadium. That’s a Thursday game.

Something that always fascinates me is the debate between baseball and football. Many folks believe baseball is “too deliberate,” a sport for them to watch.

When they say “too deliberate,” that translates into “boring.”

I disagree.

Football and basketball are great sports, but you really have to commit emotionally and visually to watching them. Something can happen at any moment.

Baseball, on the other hand, is a bit more easy going. It reminds

me of golf. Its action is done in spurts. The suspense builds especially if it’s a close game and you have players on base. The pitcher and the batter command the attention and darn near anything can happen on any pitch.

There are iconic moments in baseball. The other day on Youtube I was watching when the New York Mets pulled off an incredible victory over Boston in the 1986 World Series Game Six. That was when a ball some how got through the legs of Boston first baseman the late-Bill Buckner.

Poor guy. He caught some heat for it, but a wild pitch earlier in the inning scored a run and advanced another player into scoring position. People forget about that.

Another thing I like about baseball is your major league team can lose 62 times in a season and it’s considered a great year. In football, one loss can really sting. But I digress.

Everyone should put politics and their personal life stresses on hold for a bit and enjoy the return of football season.

(Steve Gust may be reached at news@edmondpaper.com)

Pedestrians must also use caution Editor’s Note: This letter to the editor addresses Ray Hibbard’s “From the Publisher” column of Aug. 8, entitled “Driving habits must change.”

EDITOR: Your column was rather unique in your indictment of drivers by holding them responsible for all ills of urban motor vehicle operation.

When I am an operator of a vehicle I strive to operate in a safe and responsible manner. In my not so humble opinion, I contend that the majority of drivers also try to avoid hazarding their vehicle or other vehicles, and strive not to cause injuries, or worse, to any human. In attempting to do so I am faced with numerous challenges … blind spots [what I can’t see, I can’t

see!], irresponsible drivers [texters, impaired, distracted, etc.], inane laws, irresponsible pedestrians, and poor traffic patterns/controls/roads/signage.

Downtown Edmond … Broadway north of Second, is a traffic swamp. Scores of blind spots, herring bone parking, uncoordinated traffic signals every three and a half feet, and left turns. You cite the suggestion that, because of the speeders going 30 mph, the speed limit should be lowered from 25 mph to 20 mph. Do you expect a person that the person[s] that go at 30 mph will, for some inexplicable reason, suddenly obey the 20 mph limit? Or is this just creating another revenue collection zone?

Just as you believe that drivers should be situationaly aware while driving, I believe the pedestrians must also be situationaly aware.

When I am a pedestrian, I am constantly aware that the driver may not see me. The rule is eyeball contact that assures you are both aware of each other. Crosswalks are not barriers. They are just line on the road to canalize pedestrian traffic. Being in a crosswalk, one should be aware of all potential traffic hazards.

Even though you have the right-of-way, it is more prudent to yield to something that weighs 20 times more than you! Personal experience: Intersection, two lane street with parking, stop sign, difficulty seeing oncoming traffic parking signs & decorations, checked crosswalk … clear, one quick look to the left for traffic, half way through the turn a

Letter, Page 11

What’s really happening at the southern border

By Senators James Lankford (R-Edmond), Joni Ernst (R-IA), and Bill Cassidy, MD (R-LA) Last month we visited the Rio Grande Valley sector of our southern border near McAllen, Texas.

We toured the Hidalgo Port of Entry — a large pedestrian access and processing point for individuals, families and unaccompanied minors.

We saw the Donna Holding Facility, a large temporary facility for processing families who cross the border between the legal ports of entry. The Donna facility was added because Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is limited in funding, so there is no place to temporarily house thousands of people in Border Patrol custody. A dramatic spike in men traveling with a child has created a massive influx of illegal migrants with nowhere to hold them.

We also visited the very crowded Rio Grande Valley Centralized Processing Center in McAllen, a permanent facility first utilized in 2014-15 to house and process migrant children. It is now also used to hold families because half of the men crossing the border bring a child.

We were given complete access in every facility.

In every location we found shelves full of food, water, clothing and hygiene products. The facilities also had air conditioning, medical care, showers, washers and dryers, and phones for migrants to use.

Southern border is a smuggler's hive Our older border facilities were designed for single individuals who were processed and returned to Mexico quickly if they lacked legal justification to be in the United States. In the Rio Grande Val-

Letters to the Editor policy We love mail, especially mail from Edmond Life & Leisure readers with complaints, compliments or comments about what they read here. The rules, even for e-mail letters: 1) You must tell us your full name; 2) You must give us your complete address and phone numbers (but we will identify you only by name); and 3) We reserve the right to edit letters for length, clarity and taste (our taste).

Send mail to Letter to the Editor, Edmond Life & Leisure, 107 S. Broadway, Edmond, OK 73034, or fax to 340-3384 or e-mail to news@edmondpaper.com.

ley area alone, people from at least 60 countries — including Afghanistan, Syria, Bangladesh, China, Yemen, Pakistan, Cuba, Venezuela and many other Asian and African nations — have been apprehended this year.

This is not just a Central America problem; the southern border has become a conduit for homicidal cartels to illegally smuggle people from around the world by exploiting the loophole in our immigration law that allows minors and those who travel with minors to quickly enter the country.

Sometimes, children travel to our border with their parents or with another adult in their family or from their village. We were told that some children are being "rented" by smugglers to help adult males easily cross the border and remain in the United States for years while they await their hearing. Children continue to be abandoned, abused or face severe conditions once their purpose is served.

Only Congress can close the child migrant loopholes that encourage child smuggling.

The flood of migrants has created an undeniable humanitarian crisis. The recent exponential increases are a direct result of our outdated immigration laws and the snowball effect of refusing to properly fund ICE. Border Patrol agents are doing everything they can to manage a humanitarian crisis they are neither designed nor equipped to handle. If our Democratic colleagues continue to work to defund or abolish ICE, people will continue to stack up at the border with nowhere to go.

Yet the only complaint we heard from federal

See Smuggling, Page 11

Edmond Life & Leisure • August 22, 2019 • Page 11

Smuggling

Letter From Page 10

agents at the border was their consistent frustration that some in Washington and the news media continue to tell false stories about them and their work. None claimed law enforcement is above reproach, but all of them could tell stories about lives they saved, drugs they stopped and ways they personally served individuals and families. But few people want to tell that side of the story because it does not accomplish the goal of demeaning those who serve in federal law enforcement or the administration.

We allow about 500,000 people each day to legally cross our southern border into the United States. We allow more than 700,000 people each year to legally become U.S. citi-

zens. We have problems in our legal immigration system, but we still allow hundreds of thousands to legally come each year. However, if we ignore our illegal entry problem, we just help the cartels and ignore the real humanitarian crisis. We can and must address the challenges at our border.

It’s time we stop child smuggling and human trafficking, fix the loopholes that exist in our immigration laws, and support the hardworking women and men of our federal law enforcement.

James Lankford is a Republican senator from Oklahoma. Joni Ernst is a Republican senator from Iowa. Bill Cassidy is a Republican senator from Louisiana.

Maintaining the roads as schools go back in session

By Kevin Calvey County Commissioner District No. 3 Schools are starting again and that means football games, cooler weather, and holidays are around the corner.

Our district is home to Calvey several Public School Districts, including OKC, Edmond, Putnam City, and Deer Creek, in addition to private schools such as St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, St. Eugene, Christ the King, Heritage Hall, Casady, and Crossings Christian.

Given this time of year brings much more driving, I would like parents driving on county roads to be aware of the traffic situation as we kick off a new school year.

Road Supervisor Ron Cardwell is anxious to close a detour in Deer Creek. We are currently waiting for material to open a section on Meridian between Danforth and Covell,

where the Dorf Creek bridge was washed out during the June floods.

Once our road crew can work on the bridge there, it will be top priority. We anticipate that road will be open once again by late September.

Besides work on some culverts on Coffee Creek west of Rockwell later this year, county-maintained roads are clear and ready for school. We understand that the Deer Creek area had a lengthy detour last year on MacArthur, and appreciate your patience!

In general, the school season will increase delays at four-way intersections, but stops, and school zones, so remember to leave a little earlier to accommodate for increased traffic.

Also watching for crossing students will once again be important.

The arrival of school and the fall is an exciting time, please let me know if there is anything the County and I can do for you!

Arcadia Farmers Market issues a reminder about its schedule ARCADIA – The final weekly market of the season is set for Aug. 24 at the Arcadia Farmers Market, but monthly fall markets are planned for Sept. 28 and Oct. 26.

Co-owner Linda Simonton said it’s been another successful summer season at the market, which was founded in the spring of 2018 at Division Street and Historic Highway 66. Vendors and customers have come from across central Oklahoma to buy and sell garden produce, farmfresh meat and eggs, baked goods, homemade barbecue sauce, handcrafted jewelry and decorative items and health and beauty aids made from all-natural ingredients.

The property features shaded picnic tables, a fire pit and a blue-roofed pavilion that can be rented as an event center. Playground equipment, pony rides, a petting zoo and additional parking spaces were added this year.

The summer season will conclude with a market from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Aug. 24. Highlights will include fresh orchard peaches, homemade peach ice cream and two food foods offering tacos made from locallyraised ingredients.

The markets planned for Sept. 28 and Oct. 26 will feature such popular fall items as pumpkins, gourds, hay bales and handmade autumn wreaths.

Handcrafted items, often with a holiday theme, as well as meat and eggs can be purchased year-round from Tuesday through Saturday at the Farmers Market Building just east of the Arcadia Round Barn.

For more information about securing booth space or renting the pavilion, call Lori Seagraves at 405-226-0346 or email admin@arcadiafarmersmarket.com. Catering is available for special events from the market’s Snow and Grow sno cone and food truck.

From Page 10 pedestrian walked in front of me! She had to have seen me but it didn’t matter to her. I later went about my business.

Second example: parking lot {Crest on 15th]; busy time of day; backing out, checking left rear, right rear for traffic/peoples; checking clearance of right side; checking left front fender clearance and this all occurring in three seconds. I was busy; a lady with a baby comes out of my blind side and passes next to my trunk. My fish-eye rear camera saved them from

serious injury. And she was indignant, shouted what I assume to be a invective and waved with one finger.

Drivers aren’t the only ones with responsibilities. It’s a team game, with the losers in the hospital.

As an aside, I understand the reason and need for the school zone lights and wavy lines for elementary school areas. But shouldn’t high school students be able to cross the road safely?

PETE LEPO

Blame Democrats not Trump EDITOR I take exception to comments made in Commentary…We’re on YOUR side, “Urban Challenges,” Aug. 8 Edmond Life & Leisure by Steve Gust.

“For arguments sake” I submit that the Democrats have, without a doubt, “messed up” Baltimore, Chicago, Detroit, etc. primarily due to their political and social stranglehold that they have enjoyed for decades. When was the last Republican elected to any Baltimore City office? The morphing from a vibrant community into a miasma of crime, poverty, and despair took decades But just like Venezuela, once the tipping point was breeched, the ultimate crash was inevitable.

I find it amusing that you believe that there could be any ideas that the GOP and/or Independents can offer, cash dollars excluded, that would be acceptable to the ruling party.

That said, POTUS, shortly after Inauguration, reached out to Congress-

man Cummings about Baltimore’s plight and what was necessary “to turn things around.” As reported, the dialogue was ongoing until Congressman Cummings donned his #RESIST hat and attacked POTUS and other persons in the Administration. That’s when POTUS took the gloves off and responded. The Congressman chose politics over progress.

Donald Trump is President of the United States and executive actions affect all. However, as a Republic, there exists State control [and local control] element along with the 10th Amendment. It would be at least improper and at worst a violation of the Constitution for the Chief Executive to by-pass State and local entities.

I submit that it is the responsibility of the citizens of these cities, and not me or you or even POTUS, to rise up and regain control of their community.

We live in interesting times.

PETE LEPO

GOP chairman decries ‘out-of-state socialists’ During a press conference last week, Democrat state representative Jason Lowe announced his filing of a repeal petition to repeal House Bill 2597, commonly known as constitutional carry. He was joined by far-left activist groups including Bloombergfunded Moms Demand Action and Young Democrats of America.

Per the rules surrounding repeal petitions in Oklahoma, the out-of-state activist groups will be required to acquire tens of thousands of signatures in the next 10 days in order to have their repeal question placed upon the 2020 ballot.

In response to Rep. Lowe's an-

nouncement, Oklahoma Republican Party chairman David McLain released the following statement: "Our Republican-led legislature voted overwhelmingly in 2019 to protect Oklahomans' constitutional right to carry and through Governor Kevin Stitt's leadership, Oklahomans will soon be allowed to fully exercise their Second Amendment right to bear arms. The Oklahoma Republican Party stands ready to defend every Oklahoman's right to bear arms and we stand firmly against the far-left agenda of Oklahoma Democrat lawmakers and out-of-state socialists."

Page 12 • August 22, 2019 • Edmond Life & Leisure

Edmond Life & Leisure • August 22, 2019 • Page 13

Child benefits from $2 million treatment

Integris physician first to use gene therapy die. As a result, things many of us take for granted, like breathing, eating, speaking and lifting the head, become difficult. Once motor neuron cells die, they cannot be brought back.

SMA is an autosomal recessive disorder, meaning a person must inherit one copy of a nonworking or missing gene from each parent to have the disease. The symptoms of SMA may include small or weak muscles, difficulty breathing, feeding issues, lack of reflexes, lack of motor development, the inability to sit or a soft cry.

Jennifer Norman, M.D, a child neurologist at Integris Pediatric Neurology at Baptist Medical Center, is the first in the state to use the one-time gene therapy known as Zolgensma on a local child with spinal muscular atrophy.

What is Zolgensma?

Zolgensma was recently approved for the treatment of pediatric patients younger than two years of age with SMA with bi-allelic mutations in the survival motor neuron 1 (SMN1) gene.

It is designed to address the genetic root cause of SMA by providing a functional copy of the human SMN gene to halt disease progression with a single, one-time intravenous infusion. A one-time treatment with Zolgensma is intended to replace a lifetime of chronic therapy for pediatric patients with SMA. “This treatment has truly created a paradigm shift for what was previously a uniformly devastating and fatal disease. SMA is essentially the ‘Lou Gehrig’s Disease’ of childhood,” Norman describes.

“With early treatment, we can now give these kids a normal life. That was essentially unthinkable even just three years ago. It has truly revolutionized the practice of neuromuscular medicine.”

Who Does it Help?

Makynlee Culbertson is 17 months old and is one of Dr. Norman’s patients. On July 19, she became the first child to be treated in Oklahoma with Zolgensma gene therapy.

Her parents, Clinton and Shanna, are hopeful this will mean an improved life for their baby girl.

“Makynlee was diagnosed with SMA when she was seven weeks old,” says her mother Shanna Culbertson. “Since then, her treatments have consisted of spinal injections every four months. While she has seen great progress with that therapy and we are thankful for that drug, we are looking forward to never having to do another injection again.”

“Makynlee has been on a different, more invasive treatment called Spinraza. This treatment requires three lumbar punctures per year for medication infusion, to continue for the patient’s lifetime,” explains Dr. Norman. “It is very effective and has provided Makynlee with the opportunity to do things that would have never been possible for children with this disease in the past. For example, she is able to sit on her own, breathe without a ventilator, and she has started working on standing with assistance with physical therapy. Prior to Spinraza, children with this severe form of SMA typically didn’t survive past 12-18 months of age.”

Norman adds, “What’s exciting about the new therapy Zolgensma, is that Makynlee can now have a single IV infusion that will produce the protein she is missing so she will continue to get stronger throughout her life and will no longer have to endure three painful lumbar punctures a year, nor the associated complications that can go with them.”

Integris is known for its ‘most challenging heal-

What is the Research?

Two separate clinical trials on Zolgensma have garnered positive results. Many of the children studied did not need permanent breathing support, or could sit without help for at least 30 seconds. Neither was possible before the therapy.

The Culbertsons ing’ and hospital leadership believes this to be even more confirmation of that. “This is a great example of how physicians, hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, insurers and others along the health care value chain can come together and truly make a difference in people's lives,” says Tommy Ibrahim, M.D., Executive Vice President, Chief Physician Executive at Integris. "We are beyond thrilled for beautiful Makynlee and the Culbertson family to have their prayers answered and I could not be more proud of Dr. Norman for being the first physician in Oklahoma to bring new hope to families dealing with this heartbreaking disease.”

What is Spinal Muscular Atrophy?

SMA is a severe neuromuscular disease characterized by the loss of motor neurons leading to progressive muscle weakness and paralysis. The genetic root cause of SMA is an SMN1 gene that is missing or not working properly. When this main gene is missing or not working properly, the body cannot make enough survival motor neuron protein, which is needed for motor neuron cell survival. Motor neuron cells are responsible for communicating with the muscles and telling them to work properly. A person is born with a certain amount of these cells.

Without enough SMN protein, motor neuron cells eventually stop working, lose all function and

What is the Cost?

Cost is the main criticism of the therapy. The one dose costs roughly $2 million. “It is definitely crazy expensive,” admits Norman. “But ultimately, over the course of a child’s life, the onetime cost is actually a substantial savings compared to what insurance companies and families would spend for the intensive medical needs children with this disease would otherwise require.” The 10-year current cost of chronic SMA therapy can often exceed $4M and the therapy stops working if treatment is stopped. “In addition to overall cost savings, there is also a huge quality of life benefit to the drug, which really can’t be described with a dollar amount”, Norman adds.

The Culbertsons know they are lucky, because their primary and secondary insurance plans will cover 100 percent of the therapy, but they say even if that wasn’t the case – they would have done it anyway. “You can’t put a price on your child’s life,” declares Shanna Culbertson. “As a parent, you will do whatever is necessary to give your child her best possible chance.”

Little Makynlee

Page 14 • August 22, 2019 • Edmond Life & Leisure

‘Starter mansions’ up for sale Boxing star Sugar Ray Leonard’s home up for sale at $51.995 million Olympic Gold Medal boxing champion for the United States in 1976, named ‘Boxer of the Decade’ in the 1980s and the first professional boxer to win more than $100 million in purses, Sugar Ray Leonard could afford to live any way he wanted. It was his first mansion. It was in this knockout of a Pacific Palisades estate that he built with wife Bernadette where he has enjoyed entertaining family, friends and holding large fundraisers for his charities for the last 22 years. New to the market, it is now for sale at $51.995 million.

Sugar Ray purchased just under two acres of land with ocean and canyon views in 1993. But it wasn’t until 1997 that he and his wife built their home.

Measuring in at 16,773 square feet with seven bedrooms, it was designed with different wings having planned space for various types of entertaining from small intimate gatherings to full-blown fundraisers.

Built in the style of Italianesque old-world architecture, the exterior of the house is covered with ivy and the entrance opens into a grand foyer and center hall opening to the various formal rooms. Fireplaces throughout were imported from Europe and the stone floors from Jerusalem.

There is a chef’s kitchen with professional appliances and center island with breakfast bar that adjoins the family room. Included is a solarium, a media room, large gym and a master suite with fireplace, large bath and walk-in closets and a balcony that takes advantage of the views. Grounds include pool, spa, putting green and tennis courts all set on rolling lawns, terraces and lush landscaping. The detached two-story guest house at the pool has a first-floor kitchen and entertaining space while the second floor contains a guest bedroom and bath.

Founded in 1922, the small town of Pacific Palisades is one of the most popular enclaves for celebrities seeking a slightly quieter life than Hollywood.

Some of its residents include Matt Damon, Dan Aykroid, Jennifer Garner and Steven Spielberg. Downtown has excellent restaurants, boutiques, yoga facilities and home decor shops as well as purveyors of luxury brands.

Sugar Ray won world titles in five weight divisions between 1977 and 1997. Today, he is much sought after for his motivational speaking tours by Fortune 500 companies and still finds time for his charities for diabetes as well as making television commercials and doing guest appearances as an actor in film, television sitcoms and reality television shows.

The much-loved Pacific Palisades home of Sugar Ray Leonard is now on the market priced at $51.995 PHOTO PROVIDED/COLDWELL BANKER million. The listing agent is Jade Mills of Coldwell This 16,773 square-foot home has seven bedrooms and is available for just under $52 million.

Banker, Beverly Hills.

Cher home price cut by $65 million One of Southern California's most notable celebrity mansions on the largest acreage in Holmby Hills is for sale at a reduced price of $115 million, down from an eye-popping $180 million. Famous former owners include Tony Curtis who died during his tenure there and Cher who wanted the mansion as soon as she saw it when attending a party Curtis gave. She had to wait seven years before it was available and she immediately snapped it up. Like Sugar Ray Leonard, this was her first mansion.

Designed in the Italian Renaissance Revival style by architect Robert D. Farquhar, the location was cherrypicked by the original developer and visionary behind Holmby Hills, Arthur Letts, for his personal family estate.

Ultimately built by Lett's widow, Florence Letts Quinn, and subsequent husband, businessman Charles H. Quinn, the home itself was the largest and grandest residence in Los Angeles.

In addition to Tony Curtis and Sonny & Cher, the estate sprawling across its 10 acres once belonged to the married Joe Schenck, chairman of 20th Century Fox, who was seeing Marilyn Monrow on the side and even moved her into the guest house, and by Olympic swimmer and actress Esther Williams, who built the pool and pool house which still remains on the property. It also housed the infamous Ghazi Aita of Monaco, who wasted no time in installing a harem and ended up in Heidi Fleiss' black book. Aita sold it to Ameriquest founder Roland Arnall.

The Platinum Triangle neighborhoods of Bel Air, Holmby Hills and Beverly Hills is the celebrity address of choice, including Rod Stewart, Jennifer Aniston and Ashton Kutcher.

Now awaiting its next owner, the 12,201-square-foot mansion, flush

PHOTO PROVIDED/MIKE BELL

Entertainer Cher went to a party at this home belonging to the late-actor Tony Curtis. Seven years after the party, she purchased it.

with old-world craftsmanship, includes stately public rooms, multiple fireplaces and chandeliers, oak paneling, carved moldings, intricately carved plaster ceilings and marble fireplace surrounds, impressive grand foyer and all spacious rooms. There are nine bedrooms and ten baths.

Grounds contain two guard houses,

Esther Williams’ pool and pool house, fountains, fruit trees and restored formal gardens that border the Los Angeles Country Club.

One of the most important estates in California, nestled within the ultrawealthy Platinum Triangle neighborhoods of Bel Air, Holmby Hills and Beverly Hills, the historic Owlwood

estate, often referred to as “The Crown Jewel of Holmby Hills,” has been reduced from $180 million to $115 million.

The listing agents are Sally Forester Jones, Tyrone McKillen and Tomer Fridman of Compass, Beverly Hills and Drew Fenton of Hilton & Hyland, Beverly Hills.

Edmond Life & Leisure • August 22, 2019 • Page 15

Film is a ‘raunchy comedy’

‘Good Boys’ is not for everyone

By George Gust “Good Boys” follows three sixth grade boys (Jacob Tremblay, Brady Noon and Keith L. Williams) who are invited to their first kissing party. There is a problem. They don’t know how to kiss!

To learn how to kiss and bolster their reputation in middle school the three best friends embark on an epic journey full of bad decision after bad decision. From accidentally stealing drugs, being hunted by teenage girls, and trying to make their way home in time for the long-awaited party, this day will test their friendship and change the course highlight of the film was the strait-laced performance from Williams, who embodies the naivete of their sixth-grade year.

“Good Boys” is rated R, and for much of the run- and adherence to rules that young kids have going ning time of the film, the filmmakers lean into that into middle school. His perfectly high-pitched screams at the escalating action around him and mature rating, featuring loads of raunchy humor constant want to adhere to the rules he learned at and explicit language from the three main younggrade school assemblies was nothing less than a sters. If hearing naughty language from tweens is not your cup of tea, then “Good Boys” will not en- delight.

Overall, “Good Boys” is a raunchy comedy that tertain you. is likely not for everyone but watching the film’s However, if you’re on board with the raunchy three youngsters try to act older with little underhumor, you’ll find a lot to like in the movie. In adstanding of what they’re actually talking about is a dition to the over the top language and mature good source of comedy for a 90-minute run time subject matter there is a heartfelt story of friendship and ultimately positive message to this movie. at the movies. The stellar performances of the talented cast, strong writing, and heartwarming posi“Good Boys,” like its three main leads, is a movie tive message of the film make “Good Boys” an that lives in the in-between, not quite being the enjoyable coming of age comedy. raunchy comedy of a movie like “Superbad” and “Good Boys” is rated R for strong crude sexual certainly not being a movie intended for kids. It’s content, drug and alcohol material, and language like “Good Boys” is the perfect movie for sixth throughout - all involving tweens. graders to sneak into, parents wouldn’t approve of 3.6 out of 5 stars them seeing it, but there is an overall positive message to the film that can be appreciated by parents and tweens the same.

The main strength of “Good Boys” is the chemistry and comedic performances of Tremblay, Noon and Williams who each bring an entertaining energy to their roles.

Tremblay has been a standout performer in his previous high-profile roles (“Room” & “Wonder”), and in this he continues to be a child actor that can be held to a higher stanPHOTO PROVIDED dard, being a strong force that an- Keith L. Williams, Brady Noon and Jacob Tremblay star in the enchors the three friends. For me, the tertaingly raunchy tween comedy ‘Good Boys.’

Museum exhibit The National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museums will host a new exhibition, Caballeros y Vaqueros, and the 21st annual Traditional Cowboy Arts Exhibition & Sale this fall to celebrate the cowboy culture and the artistry of the gear needed to ride, rope and manage cattle throughout the American West.

“The decorative traditions of cowboy and horse gear provide some of the most enduring motifs and icons of Western culture,” said Michael Grauer, Curator of Western Art and McCasland Chair of Cowboy Culture. “These exhibitions at the Museum this fall will encourage our guests to appreciate the tremendous talent and passion each saddle maker and metals artist has for his or her craft.”

First to open, Caballeros y Vaqueros, will explore the global roots of today’s cowboy equipment. The exhibition, on display Sept..

14 to Jan. 5, traces decorative traditions as they developed in Mexico from a fusion of Native American, European, African and Islamic traditions. It will be presented in both Spanish and English and will feature hands-on interactive elements.

“We want to ensure this exhibition connects with all our visitors,” said Natalie Shirley, the Museum President & CEO.

Crossword Puzzle STATEPOINT CROSSWORD

71. Pressure inducer 72. Born, in society pages 73. Synchronizes, for short

THEME: THE BEATLES ACROSS 1. Patsy, e.g.

6. Olden-day aerosol can propellant, acr.

9. Between generations 13. Reduction/oxidation portmanteau 14. ____ Tsu 15. Page or Grable 16. Out in the open 17. Legal org.

18. Often-missed humor 19. *"Nowhere man, the world is at your ____" 21. *"...love was such an easy game ____ ____" 23. *"____ time at all, all you gotta do is call..."

24. *One more than The Beatles 25. 2019, Year of the ____ 28. Shell and its contents 30. Showing on TV 35. Mars, to the Greeks 37. "On a ____" or carefree 39. Rock bottom 40. Asian weight unit 41. Gladiator venue 43. Site of Leaning Tower 44. Zero calorie sweetener 46. Arab ruler 47. Zac Brown Band's 2008 hit 48. Tight____ 50. H or O in H2O, e.g.

52. ____ the season!

53. Word type 55. Booking photograph 57. *"...take a sad song and make it ____" 60. *"...____, it's been a long cold lonely winter" 64. 2 halves of a diameter 65. Sis' sibling 67. Sign of a saint, pl.

68. Financial backer 69. Summer mo.

70. *"..., but you can ____ how to play the game"

DOWN 1. Gator's cousin 2. To the left, prefix 3. Footnote word 4. Norman Bates' Mother 5. Opposite of extinct 6. Decked out 7. *Like The Four 8. Raccoon's South American cousin 9. *"...listen to my story all about the ____ who came to stay?"

10. Dwarf buffalo 11. Small and weak 12. Stratego piece S 15. Deliver via Keystone 20. Spiral-horned African antelope 22. Spermatozoa counterpart 24. Supervisor 25. *"Yesterday" star 26. Baghdad resident 27. "Faster!" to a horse 29. *"...and if she's beside me I know I need never ____" 31. Wholly engrossed

32. "The ____," Dostoyevsky's novel 33. One born to Japanese immigrants 34. *"Jojo left his home in Tucson, Arizona for some California ____" 36. Dueler's blow 38. Opposite of purl 42. Something in the air 45. Dal seed 49. Anonymous John 51. Street artist's masterpiece 54. City-like 56. Sticky 57. Misery cause 58. U2 guitarist 59. Wedding cake part 60. Venetian magistrate 61. A Flock of Seagulls' 1982 hit 62. Narcotics agent 63. Singular of gentes 64. Drake's genre 66. Parisian way

See Answers Page 23

Answers Page 23

Page 16 • August 22, 2019 • Edmond Life & Leisure

PHOTO PROVIDED

Former EMM Leadership Council students collected donated items and put together over 200 holiday gift bags for Edmond Mobile Meals clients. Pictured: Vivian Mok (Deer Creek), Kulsoom Ghias (EMHS), Kiley Kersgieter (EMHS), Megan Gold (OCS), Rachel Matthews (ENHS), Tabitha Goodwin (ESFHS) and Emily Murphy (ENHS).

For Edmond Mobile Meals

Students invited to apply for Leadership Council Edmond Mobile Meals is accepting applications for the 2019-2020 Leadership Council for high school sophomores, juniors and seniors. The program runs October through April and the deadline to apply for this year’s program is Sept. 20.

Edmond Mobile Meals developed the Leadership Council in 2015 to create awareness of local social issues and inspire young leaders to serve their community. Participants will meet the first Tuesday of each month beginning in October and work on real, hands-on projects benefitting Edmond Mobile Meals. The projects may include volunteering, fundraising, client appreciation and special event planning.

A committee of Edmond Mobile Meals volunteers, staff and board members will review all completed applications and will invite up to 12 applications to join the program. Applications can be found on Edmond Mobile Meal’s website at www.edmondmobilemeals.org under the programs section. Applications can be submitted online, or downloaded and mailed to 25 W. 3rd Street, Edmond OK 73003.

The Leadership Council will benefit students by providing them with practical, real-world experience to help them better understand issues facing leaders. It provides inspiration and excitement about serving their community along with a chance to meet peers who are looking to make a difference. Lastly, students will receive recommendation letters from community leaders to help with college admissions.

Cristi Twenter, Executive Director at Edmond Mobile Meals said “Past participants in our Leadership Council tell us that the program helped them gain knowledge and skills for leadership in the future and inspired them to volunteer in the community, which is exactly what the program is designed to do. We are happy to offer a platform to engage with students in Edmond and help them grow into leadership roles while introducing them to the benefits of helping those in need.” A previous student said, “It is an incredible opportunity to learn what it means to lead and make a difference.”

PHOTO PROVIDED For more information about Edmond Mobile Meals or the Leadership Members of the 2017-2018 EMM Leadership Council brainstorming ideas for Council, visit www.edmondmobilemeals.org or call 341-3111.

‘March for Meals’ campaign to support Edmond Mobile Meals.

Former EMM Leadership Council students Emily Murphy (ENHS), Kulsoom Ghias (EMHS), Tabitha Goodwin (EMHS) and Rachel Matthews (ENHS) putting together holiday gift bags for Edmond Mobile Meals clients.

PHOTO PROVIDED

Edmond Life & Leisure • August 22, 2019 • Page 17

Ben & Alycia Goeke

Singers & vintage car group to be at Round Barn Edmond singer-songwriters Ben and Alycia Goeke will provide Morning Music, and members of the Sooner Model A Club will drop by in their vintage cars on Aug. 24 at the Arcadia Round Barn.

Ben Goeke plays bass guitar, sings and creates beautiful music on the saw. Alycia Goeke sings and has developed a Carter Family style of picking the guitar.

The Goekes own the Bottle Cap Barn, a music and event venue in Edmond, and recently started a house concert series called Welcome to the River.

Morning Music is from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. every Saturday in the downstairs museum of the Round Barn. Admission is free but donations are accepted. Coffee and doughnuts are provided.

Phil Wolfenbarger, a board member of the Model A club, said about 10 members will be trav-

eling Route 66 on Aug. 24 and will arrive at the Round Barn shortly after 10 a.m. He said they will stay until about noon and then continue on to Luther for lunch. The public is invited for an upclose view of their 1928-1931 cars, which will ring the Round Barn during their stay.

The Round Barn is located six miles east of Interstate 35 on Historic Route 66 and is open every day from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Free screenings of ‘Country Music’ documentary offered KOSU will host three free screenings of Ken Burns’ “County Music” on Aug. 25 in Oklahoma City, Tulsa and Stillwater.

The 45-minute advance screenings will provide an overview of the entire “Country Music” series and include stories about Hank Williams, Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn, Vince Gill, Garth Brooks, and more.

"Oklahoma has such a rich history in country music that it makes sense to preview Ken Burns' new film here," Ryan LaCroix, KOSU operations director said. "From singing cowboys to western swing to red dirt, and, of course, huge country stars like Reba, Garth, Vince, Carrie, Toby, Blake and more, Oklahomans have made a giant impact on country music."

The new documentary series will premiere Sept.

15 on PBS stations.

Screening Information: Sunday, Aug. 25 at 2 p.m. / Circle Cinema in Tulsa

Sunday, Aug. 25 at 2 p.m. / OSU Student Union Theater in Stillwater Sunday, Aug. 25 at 4 p.m. / Tower Theatre in Oklahoma City Free tickets available at towertheatreokc.com Presented with Tower Theatre and the Oklahoma Film & Music Office About “Country Music” “Country Music” is an eight-part, 16-hour documentary series directed and produced by Ken Burns, that explores the history of a uniquely American art form. From its deep and tangled roots in ballads, blues and hymns performed in small settings, to its worldwide popularity, learn how country music evolved over the course of the 20th century.

“Country Music” explores questions such as What is country music? and Where did it come from? while focusing on the biographies of the fascinating characters who created and shaped it.

From the Carter family, Jimmie Rodgers and Bob Wills to Hank Williams, Patsy Cline, Johnny Cash, Merle Haggard, Loretta Lynn, Charley Pride, Willie Nelson, Dolly Parton, Emmylou Harris, Garth Brooks, and many more, the documentary will explore their stories, as well as the times in which they lived.

“Country Music” traces the genre’s origins and its early years when it was referred to as hillbilly music and played across the airwaves on radio station barn dances. The series follows how Hollywood B movies instituted the fad of singing cowboys, like Gene Autry and Roy Rogers, and how the rise of juke joints after World War II changed the musical style by bringing electric guitars and pedal steel guitars to the forefront. It continues by following the rise of bluegrass with Bill Monroe and how one of country music’s offspring — rockabilly — mutated into rock and roll in Memphis. And, it will explore how Nashville slowly became not just the mecca of country music, but “Music City USA."

PHOTOS PROVIDED

Two of the performers mentioned in Ken Burns’ new documentary include Willie Nelson, left, and the original ‘Okie from Muskogee,’ the late-Merle Haggard, above. Nelson was in the metro earlier this year doing a benefit.

Page 18 • August 22, 2019 • Edmond Life & Leisure

Watermelons waiting to be judged

Pie tasting

Free County Fair starting Oklahoma County residents of all ages are invited to compete in the 105th annual Oklahoma County Free Fair.

The Free Fair will get underway at the Oklahoma State Fair Park Aug. 22 -24 with its competitions, special activities and Horse Show.

“The Oklahoma County Free Fair allows residents to show off their talent and creativity,” said LaDonna Hines, Oklahoma County OSU Cooperative Extension Director.

“We also have many special activities and contests for fair goers.”

To exhibit at the fair, Oklahoma County residents need to bring their items to the Centennial Building at the State Fair Park from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 22.

Any exhibit entered in the fair must have been made, grown, or constructed during the past year unless otherwise noted in the official fair book. The Oklahoma County Free Fair Book lists all categories available as well as a schedule of the special activities and contests. The fair book can be found online at http://oces.okstate.edu /oklahoma or can be picked up at the Oklahoma County OSU Cooperative Extension Center located at 2500 N.E. 63rd Street, Oklahoma City, OK. “There is no fee to enter the county fair or to take part in any of the special contests or

events,” explained Hines. “Our fair also provides people with a wonderful opportunity to see how they do in competition with others as they get ready for the Oklahoma State Fair.”

On Friday, Aug. 23, the Centennial Building is open from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. so exhibits can be viewed after judging.

That evening, starting at 6:30 p.m. in Barn 8, the Horse Show is scheduled and continues Saturday beginning at 9 a.m. and going throughout the day.

Saturday, Aug. 24, 9:30 a.m., at the Centennial Building the first contest will begin. “We plan Saturday morning as a fun day for the whole family,” commented Hines. We invite youth to bring their ice cream toppings and container (ice cream will be provided) and compete in the “Ice Cream Sundae Making” contest. The kid’s sundaes will be judged for presentation and cre-

ativity and youngsters can win ribbons and cash prizes. The next activity is the “Kiddy Tractor Pull” for children 12 years and younger. Kids can compete by pulling weights while driving pedal tractors. Those who win first in their category will qualify for the state event.

We also have activities for adults, although youth may enter too.

Beginning Saturday at 10 a.m. the “Ice Cream Freeze-Off” and the “Saucy Salsa Contest” gets underway. There are several different classes in both contests that can be entered. At 10:30 a.m. the judging of the “Pie Baking” contest begins. Categories include custard, fruit or nut pie recipes and participants may enter all three. The county free fair book provides more details and can be accessed at our website above or for more information about the fair, contact the OSU Extension Center at 7131125.

A horse show is part of the county fair also.

Edmond Life & Leisure • August 22, 2019 • Page 19

Teen achievers ...

North Pom Varsity Squad 2019-20

The 2019-2020 Edmond North Varsity Pom squad is ready for another exciting year of cheering on the Huskies. Making up the squad on the front row, are, from left, Hayden Choate, Raegan Reece, Bailey Reynolds, Alexa Allen, Kaitlyn Goldsmith, Reese Spencer, Kaleigh Brown and Haylee Burkett. On the middle row are Makenzie Hattey, Grace Wilson, Avery Johnson, Darby Rains, Alexandria Martin-Majors, Jennifer Haung, Jaiden Keller and Madison Suddock. On the back row are Trista Alsup, Camryn Kirkland, Kendall Carrier, Kendall Schmidt, Sheridan Spencer, Alexandra Gauvin, Lexie Brasher and Abby Scott.

Matt Boutin

North grad gets pilot’s license & scholarship Edmond North High School 2019 graduate, AFJROTC cadet and scholarship winner Matt Boutin earned his FAA Private Pilot’s License at Liberty University, VA this summer. Matt’s parents are Tommy and Joy Boutin.

Matt was one of 150 Air Force Junior ROTC cadets around the world to receive the scholarship from AFJROTC. More than 1,560 cadets applied. The scholarship has an estimated value of $20,000 and included transportation, room and board, academics

and flight hours required to earn a private pilot license.

The Flight Academy Scholarship Program is an Air Force-level initiative in collaboration with the commercial aviation industry to address the national civilian and military pilot shortage.

Selectees do not incur a military commitment to the Air Force or other branch of service, nor does completing the program guarantee acceptance into one of the military’s commissioning programs.

The mission of Air Force Junior ROTC is to de-

velop citizens of character dedicated to serving their nation and community, while instilling values of citizenship, service to the United States, personal responsibility and sense of accomplishment.

More than 120,000 high school students are enrolled in Air Force Junior ROTC at almost 900 high schools in the U.S and overseas.

When looking to fill tomorrow’s career needs with the best candidates, there is simply no better place for the nation to look than Air Force Junior ROTC!

Page 20 • August 22, 2019 • Edmond Life & Leisure

Child advocate receives recognition

Barbara Bonner

Barbara L. Bonner, Ph.D., recently retired, tenured professor with the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine Department of Pediatrics, has been awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award by the American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children (APSAC). The award recognizes an individual for outstanding contributions to the field of child maltreatment.

Bonner has achieved national and international prominence in the field of child abuse and neglect. She held the CMRI/Jean Gumerson Endowed Chair in Pediatrics, served as director of the Center on Child Abuse and Neglect and as associate director of OU Children’s Physicians Child Study Center, both located on the OU Health Sciences Center Campus. Under Bonner’s direction since inception, the Center for Child Abuse and Neglect became a leading national academic-based center on child maltreatment. Partnering with many of the state’s major service systems, the center has collaboratively addressed research, training and clinical efforts.

"Dr. Bonner dedicated her career to the prevention of child abuse and neglect and founded our Center on Child Abuse and Neglect at the OU College of Medicine,” said Morris Gessouroun, M.D., chairman, Department of Pediatrics at the OU College of Medicine. “Her partnerships with state, national and international agencies has led to critical policy changes for the betterment of children and families. Her research led national efforts to improve the oversight and monitoring of child fatalities due to maltreatment, which resulted in important public health efforts to prevent child deaths and has facilitated the implementation of evidence-based services across our nation. She will be long remembered

at OU for her pioneering work, her undying advocacy for children, her mentoring and guidance of faculty, staff and learners, her great sense of humor, her compassion and her humility.”

The impact of Bonner’s leadership and expertise in the field of child maltreatment exceeds state boundaries, influencing professional training and policy development on an international scale, including Sweden, Russia, India, Saudi Arabia and China, among others.

Previously, Bonner received the APSAC’s Outstanding Service Award and the Ronald C. Laney Distinguished Service Award. She had served on the APSAC Board of Directors, held leadership positions within the organization and participated in multiple colloquiums and committees. She is a past president of the International Professional Society to Prevent Child Abuse and Neglect and the American Psychological Association presented Bonner with the Distinguished Contributions of Applications of Psychology to Education and Training Award.

Bonner’s lifetime accomplishments were also recognized by way of a state proclamation issued by Governor Kevin Stitt.

Regarded as a pioneer in interdisciplinary education on child abuse and neglect, Bonner developed the university’s Interdisciplinary Training Program on Child Abuse and Neglect, a two-semester, graduate-level academic program for students in disciplines of medicine, psychiatry, psychology, social work, law, public health, education, and others. With more than 500 graduates over the course of 30 years, the program is the only such training program in the United States still providing this educational platform.

Steve Ford

Will share recovery story

Former president’s son & actor coming to metro Steve Ford, son of President Gerald Ford and Betty Ford will be sharing his recovery story on Oct. 3, at Vast, 333 West Sheridan Ave, Oklahoma City. For registration or sponsorship information, go online to www.okcmetroalliance.com or call Connie Schlittler 405-568-4469.

"A Conversation with Steve Ford" sponsors include Inasmuch Foundation, Tinker Federal Credit Union, Express Personnel, TCS Construction, Peaceful Family Solutions, Temple B'nai Israel, and the University of Oklahoma Anne & Henry Zarrow School of Social Work.

"A Conversation with Steve Ford" kicks off a new series to increase community awareness and responsiveness to alcoholism and drug addiction. A long-time supporter of recovery, Steve Ford will discuss his family's response to his mother's alcoholism and the creation of the Betty Ford Center.

Steve also went through his recovery from alcoholism in 1993 which deepened his understanding of the disease. During the last 17 years, Steve has shared his story of recovery and hope with thousands of people in hundreds of different venues.

Ford has also been an accomplished actor for over 25 years appearing in more than 25 major motion pictures such as the hit “Transformers,” “Black Hawk Down,” “Contact,” “Armageddon,” “Eraser,”

“Starship Troopers,” and also playing Meg Ryan's boyfriend in “When Harry Met Sally.” Ford has also appeared in hundreds of television shows including seven years on the CBS daytime Emmy winning show “The Young and Restless.”

Barbara Young, of Nichols Hills, will be receiving the OKC Recovery Champion award for her community service. Young is a long-time board member for OKC Metro Alliance and the past seven years worked to plan and develop the Arcadia Trails program at INTEGRIS. Alcoholism is the third leading lifestyle-related cause of death in the United States. A person who succumbs to excessive alcohol use loses a potential of 30 years of potential life. The epidemic is such that as many as 17 percent of men in the general population and 8 percent of women will meet the criteria for alcoholism in their lifetime. The Steve Ford luncheon is dedicated to changing these odds. Proceeds from this event will benefit Firstep.

FIRSTEP programs are long term residential recovery programs. The program believes in offering a hand up to people who chose to detour from the road of addiction. Substance abuse and alcoholism affects everyone, regardless of social class, gender, race or any other category.

Continuing education credit is available for social workers.

Edmond Life & Leisure • August 22, 2019 • Page 21

Panel holds first session on healthcare system Lawmakers heard from representatives from the Oklahoma Department of Health and the Oklahoma Health Care Authority last week as they begin the process of developing a legislative solution that will improve the state’s healthcare system.

The lawmakers are part of the bi-partisan, bicameral Healthcare Working Group created by House of Representatives Speaker Charles McCall (R-Atoka) and Senate President Pro-Tempore Greg Treat (R-Oklahoma City) to develop an Oklahomabased solution for increasing access to healthcare and providing insurance coverage for more citizens.

The working group held its first meeting today at the Capitol.

State Rep. Marcus McEntire, co-chair of the working group, said his hope is that the working group will first listen to all stakeholders from pa-

tients to providers, policy experts, insurance carriers, facilities and state agencies to find solutions to help state residents with their health care and insurance needs.

“The overall goal of this group, and really everyone working on healthcare solutions, is to create a healthy Oklahoma,” said Rep. Marcus McEntire, RDuncan, co-chair of the working group. “We want to improve the way our citizens access healthcare and the way we deliver healthcare, and we want find a solution that will make it more affordable for our citizens. We have too many Oklahomans who lack insurance, and we have a healthcare system that is struggling to deliver care in rural parts of the state. It is vital that we find a way to provide health insurance and services for low-income and needy Oklahomans, but we need a solution that

uniquely fits the needs of Oklahomans and is affordable. This is not going to be a quick or easy fix, so I am very grateful that we have started a collaborative effort that will bring everyone together with a common goal that will move us forward.”

State Sen. Greg McCortney, co-chair of the working group, said he expects the group to set goals to accomplish in the next legislative session and define action steps toward achieving the identified objectives.

“Today’s first meeting was successful and productive,” said Sen. Greg McCortney, R-Ada, co-chair of the working group. “It also showed us what we all know to be true and that is there’s a lot of work to be done in the arena of improving health care out-

See Panel, Page 23

Officials & others officially welcome Spunky Cauldron

PHOTO PROVIDED

Chamber officials and others were on hand to welcome The Spunky Cauldron with a recent ribbon cutting.

The business is in the Fenwick Plaza on 164th and Pennsylvania.

Gourmet Gallery makes plans to celebrate 18th anniversary The Gourmet Gallery, located in Edmond at 1532 S. Boulevard and in the Shoppes at Northpark in Oklahoma City at 122nd & N. May (on the May Ave. side), will celebrate their 18th Anniversary and annual Made In Oklahoma tasting event on Saturday, Aug. 24 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Oklahoma specialty food vendors will be on site at the Oklahoma City Store ONLY sampling products complete with recipes. There will be a grilling demo featuring many of the Oklahoma vendors.

Please come meet and visit personally with some of Oklahoma’s finest specialty food vendors.

The Exhibitors will be: JR’s Okie Smokie, Ace In the Bowl Salsa, Bedre Chocolate, E III Cutting Boards, Lovera’s, Maria Rae’s, Pepper Creek Farms, Prairie Gypsies, Ben Jack Larado, Rhino Pretzels, Hellim Cheese Factory, Gina’s Southern Style, Scott Farms, Honey Hill Farms and Cutter’s Cross.

A 20 percent discount will be offered storewide at both Gourmet Gallery locations.

Dolese a Good Corporate Citizen Metro-based Dolese Bros. Co. recently donated a truck to the Roosevelt Fire Department in Roosevelt, Okla. The truck will aid in the fight against the wildfires in western parts of Oklahoma, as well as general fire response and intervention efforts in the rural community.

‘Dolese strives to improve our communities through our products, actions and support,’ Dolese Director of Communications and Community Relations Kermit Frank said. ‘When we have a truck available, we do our best to fulfill the need in communities such as Roosevelt so the local first responders are better equipped to keep their homes, businesses and residents safe.’

Dolese presented the keys to a 2009 Sterling LT9 truck to the Roosevelt Fire Department.

PHOTO PROVIDED

The Spunky Cauldron recently held a ribbon cutting with the Edmond Area Chamber of Commerce to celebrate their grand opening in Fenwick Plaza on 164th and Pennsylvania.

The Spunky Cauldron makes it their business to create an atmosphere of love and acceptance. They offer handcrafted body and skin care products including lotions, deodorants, lip balms, face products and more. “I also provide a resource for healthy living through access to Mother Nature via crystals, sage and essential oils,” said founder and aromatherapist Heather Scott. “I believe each of us deserves to feel pampered in our everyday lives by casting a spell on ourselves without worrying about unknown ingredients or chemically harsh fragrances.”

For more information, visit www.thespunkycauldron.com.

Page 22 • August 22, 2019 • Edmond Life & Leisure

With school starting why not set some fitness goals?

NOR NORTH TH SECTION SECTION

RED ROCK L LAKE AKE

OAK OAK TREE

EDMO EDMOND ND OFFICE BUILDING BUILDING

ROSE CREEK 9TH FAIRWAY FAIR RWAY

EAST GOLF C COURSE OURSE - 15TH HOLE

FAIRVIEW F AIR A RV VIEW FARM FARM

6 CAR G GARAGE ARAGE

13TH F FAIRWAY AIR RWAY - OAK OAK TREE BEAUTY BEAUTY

A ACREAGE CREAGE IN HIDDEN LAKE LAKE

OAKTREE O AKTREE PARK PA ARK

FAIRFAX F AIRF A AX BEAUTY BEAUTY

155-pound person and 133

By Brian Attebery calories for a 185-pound perSchool is back in session son. and for many, this time of Their study was very basic year represents a restart of and the workouts were very their fitness. moderate. Multiple other studA “new year” of getting ies show the more intense, back on track from the sumcompound movements will mer vacations, lake trips and burn many more calories PLUS not-so-good eating and Attebery they will elevate the resting drinking that goes along metabolism for as many as 14 with those activities. Have hours (Jan. 2014- Arizona State. Runyou set goals for the school year?

Have you talked to your family about nersworld.com). how you can ALL make fitness a priA 155 calories burning session may ority for better health, eating and be closer to a 250-350 calories burn stress relief? in 30 minutes PLUS you may raise We all do better when we develop your resting metabolism all day long a plan of action. Most of us plan for for an average of 15-30 calories/hour everything BUT our wellness. We increase at rest all day long! This all plan to meet a friend for lunch, adds up to major changes for just a drinks after work, watching that daily 30-minute intense workout. Add in show on Netflix or going shopping your cardio portion and you can doubut we don’t “have time” or money ble your results! for things we know should be more Cardio exercises can be done many of a priority. different ways. Walking is the No. 1 Ask yourself how many hours per form of cardio. Let’s face it, most of week you watch shows on TV, us walk around anyway. There is not Youtube, Netflix or simply scroll much of a learning curve. through social media? I am going to Walk fast enough that your heart show you how exercise does not rerate gets to at least 60 percent of ally take that much time and you can your estimated max heart rate. That make it happen. can be configured by the following Fitness does not have to be a two formula: Max Heart Rate = 220- Age hour per day journey. Years ago, I then multiple by the desired intensity started promoting 30 minutes trainrange of 60-90 percent of that numing sessions in my facility twice per ber. For example, a 50-year-old would week as our No. 1 choice for our be 220-50 = 170 beats per minute clients. This allows for an intense, for their max heart rate. 170 x .60 = time-efficient program that is driven 102 beats per minute for your miniby quality and the variety your body mum 60 percent need. needs. This also allows the person to The 2019 school year is in session. have time to do the much needed Is your wellness back in session? Set cardiovascular/cardio exercise after aside time three days per week and the weights for another 30 minutes. apply these basic principles for an efYour entire time in the gym is apfective plan. Combine healthy eating proximately one hour. Throw in one with this program and watch how more day of that plan or a group exmuch better you feel and look for ercise class and you are knocking out this last half of 2019. three days of resistance training plus Have a great school year! cardio for a very effective program.

(Brian Attebery is a Degreed/CertiAccording to Harvard Medical School fied Trainer. He owns and operates Results Fitness and Nutrition Center, (www.sparkpeople.com), a general L.L.C. in Edmond. www.resultsfitnes30-minute strength training session burns an average of 112 calories for a susa.com)

SOLD! SOLD! Shrine groundbreaking

ACREAGE W/SHOP

TOWN SQUARE

UPGRADES GALORE!

set for martyred priest

5 ACRES W/POOL

SHADOW LAKE HILLS

ACREAGE IN E. EDMOND

REDSTONE CUSTOM HOME

5+ ACRES IN WEATHERS ESTATE

SOLD!

TIMBERDALE

FAIRWAY ESTATES

BIRNAM WOODS

BELMONT LANDING

SOLD!

THE OAKS ADDITION

VALENCIA

EDMOND SCHOOLS

EDMOND SCHOOLS

SOLD!

SOLD!

ACREAGE IN DEER CREEK SCHOOLS

ROBIN RIDGE

ACREAGE IN EDMOND

SOLD! SOLD! SOLD!

THE VALLEY

SPACIOUS AND FUNCTIONAL

VALENCIA PARK

CANYON PARK

SOLD!

LO LOTS TS & ACREAGES ACREAGES

SOLD! SO OL D !

A shrine to the former Okarche priest who was murdered in Guatemala is one step closer to reality.

The Most Rev. Paul S. Coakley, archbishop of the Catholic Archdiocese of Oklahoma City, on Tuesday announced that the groundbreaking for the Blessed Stanley Rother Shrine will be Nov. 3. at SW 89 and Interstate 35.

The event from 3 to 5 p.m. will include children's and family activities. It is free and PHOTO/ OKLAHOMAN.COM open to the public.

A sign in south Oklahoma City, noting the future loRother was serving cation of a $40 million shrine, dedicated to Stanley as a priest with the Rother. The Catholic priest was murdered in 1981 in Oklahoma City DioGuatemala. The church beatified Father Rother in cese when he was 2017, placing him one step from sainthood. killed in his parish recstyle church will be the largest tory in Santiago Atitlan, Guatemala.

Catholic church in Oklahoma. The “The groundbreaking for the shrine property also will include a $5 muwill be a significant moment in the seum and pilgrim center where visilife of the Church in Oklahoma and tors will get an experience that leads for the broader community,” Coakley them through the life, witness and said. “The shrine is being built to martyrdom of Blessed Stanley, the honor Blessed Stanley Rother, an archdiocese said in a news release.

Oklahoma original and the first U.S.The church will help accommodate born priest and martyr ever beatified. the growing Hispanic population It will be a place of pilgrimage where whose parishes are significantly overthe faithful will come from near and crowded, the release said. far to honor Blessed Stanley at his Design architect for the project is final resting place and to seek his inFranck & Lohsen Architects in Washtercession for their many needs. It ington, D.C., supported by the local will be a place of welcome, serving architectural firm ADG. The general all people.” contractor is The Boldt Company in The $40 million shrine will include Oklahoma City with Cooper Project a 2,000-seat church, a chapel where Advisors serving as the owner’s repreBlessed Stanley will be buried, an edsentative. To RSVP for the grounducation building, an event space and breaking, email rsvp@archokc.org. several areas designated for shrines Tickets are not required. and devotion. The Spanish colonialFrom Oklahoman.com

Edmond Life & Leisure • August 22, 2019 • Page 23

State has thousands of children in need of loving, caring homes This school year, Sunbeam Family Services is asking the community to open their hearts and homes by becoming a Foster Family. In Oklahoma alone, nearly 8,000 children are in state custody and in need of a loving home.

Through the Foster Care program, Sunbeam works with families in Canadian, Cleveland, Grady, Logan, McClain and Oklahoma counties to provide a safe home for children.

Sunbeam’s Foster Care program serves children from birth to 17 years old. Foster Care staff are available 24/7, which means Foster Parents can call at any time for assistance. Sunbeam’s Foster Care staff also make monthly in-home visits and provide trainings for Foster Parents.

“To support the needs of foster parents and children, our Foster Families also have access to all of Sunbeam’s services, including counselors who are trauma certified and priority placement in our high-quality Early Childhood Services,” said Midge Woodard, MSW, director of Foster Care at Sunbeam.

Sunbeam works to certify families interested in providing care to siblings groups of two or more.

Sibling relationships are emotionally powerful and critically important not only in childhood, but over the course of a lifetime.

“With your love and encouragement, you can change the course of a child’s life, by opening your home and heart,” said Woodard.

Sunbeam Foster Parents must be at least 21 years old and can be single or married. To learn more about becoming a foster parent, or to sup-

port Sunbeam Foster Families, visit sunbeamfamilyservices.org/fostercare or contact Simyra Cooper at 405-609-8931 or scooper@sunbeamfamilyservices.org.

Sunbeam has served Oklahoma’s children in foster care and their families for more than 100 years.

Last year, Sunbeam placed 123 children in loving homes.

Join the movement to help children grow, heal, learn and thrive. Through Aug. 31, donations made to help children will be matched, dollar for dollar, up to $5,000. This donation match is made possible thanks to Tall Oak Midstream. To donate visit SunbeamFamilyServices.org/thrive or call 405609-8994.

Panel From Page 21 comes and increasing access to quality health care in Oklahoma. I’m excited to be co-chairing this group alongside Rep. McEntire. We’re committed to hearing from all sides of the equation. Ultimately, our goal is to collect good data and input from all stakeholders that will better inform the working group as we look at policy recommendations for the entire Legislature to consider. There’s lots of work to be done, so let’s get to it!”

One of the hopes expressed by Speaker McCall, President Pro Tem Treat and Gov. Kevin Stitt has been to create a unique healthcare system for Oklahomans that improves care and increases access but does not leave the state paying millions of dollars in costs if the federal government decides to lessen its portion of Medicaid expenses.

The working group will plans to meet weekly. Details of each meeting will be released ahead of time.

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

Page 24 • August 22, 2019 • Edmond Life & Leisure