Edmond Life and Leisure - February 15, 2024

February 15, 2024 Vol. 24, No. 39

In This Issue FOUR SEASONS

Visitor boom

Why tourism helps Edmond’s economy And enhances life for residents Four Seasons, by Kevin Box, in real life is located in front of the Center for Transformative Learning on the UCO campus, but this week is hidden somewhere in our paper.

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

For more information, see page 4.

Will the state cut taxes this year?

See Page 6

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One of the Edmond events, which draws crowds downtown, is VIBES — a chance for artists to excel.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16 Partly Cloudy High 50° Low 26°

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 17 Partly Cloudy High 45° Low 29°

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The fall Route 66 activities bring hundreds of bicycle enthusiasts to town.

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The Hilton Garden Inn and Edmond Conference Center is a popular destination spot.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 18 Sunny High 53° Low 38°

The word is spreading — Edmond is the place to host a meeting or an event.

And those events will draw thousands. — whether it’s the annual Route 66 fall activities, high school championship football games or a plethora of other exciting happenings.

It all means that visitors will flock to Edmond to enjoy the town and spend money, which helps keeps our economy and fuels the city’s sales tax revenues.

Please turn to Page 5 for the latest edition of City Source and read about how vital, and exciting, tourism has become to Edmond.

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The University of Central Oklahoma has been recognized as a 2023 Certified Healthy Campus, as well as a 2023 Certified Healthy Business, for its efforts to promote health and wellness among students, faculty and staff.

UCO named ‘Healthy Campus’ The University of Central Oklahoma has been recognized as a 2023 Certified Healthy Campus, as well as a 2023 Certified Healthy Business, for its efforts to promote health and wellness among students, faculty and staff.

Part of the "Shape Your Future" campaign administered by the Oklahoma State Department of Health, Central was awarded the highest level of certification in both categories, garnering the excellence designation. The program recognizes public and private organizations that positively impact their communities' health.

As a part of Central's Healthy Campus Initiative, students, faculty and staff collaborate to lead efforts to ensure that our campus is organized to best support, strengthen and enhance health. UCO Health Promotion acts as the initiative's hub, offering various services such as free suicide prevention training, substance and alcohol abuse prevention education, well-being programs and more.

“It is important to take care of

both our health and wellness every day, especially when facing the challenges that can come from balancing work, life and school,” said Taylor Shelton, assistant director of UCO Health Promotion.

“I am proud to not only continue to be recognized for our efforts but for the work we do every day to help ensure a healthy UCO.” Central strives for student, faculty and staff success mentally, emotionally and physically both in and out of the classroom by providing additional services such as the UCO Center for Counseling and Well-Being, Calming Central, Stress Paws and the Wellness Center.

The university has been consistently named a Certified Healthy Business since 2015 and a Certified Healthy Campus since 2012.

For more information on Certified Healthy Oklahoma, visit oklahoma.gov/certifiedhealthy.

For more information on Central's health and wellness programs, visit www.uco.edu/healthyhooves.

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From the Publisher

Girl Scout cookie booth sales My mother gave my son Clark the nickname of “Cookie Monster.” As a child he never met a cookie he did not like and not much has changed now that he is 34 years old. As soon as he could drive he would stop by mom’s house unannounced knowing she always had homemade cookies ready for anyone who would come to visit. To this day, the boy will endure miles of running just to be able to eat a bowl of cookies. Let’s just say the cookie does not fall far from the tree so to speak.

It is now time for some of his favorite cookies, Girl Scout Ray Hibbard Cookies! Our friends at the public relations firm of Price Lang dropped off some of the delicious treats for us to try last week. Do they think we can be bribed by mere cookies? Of course we can and here is the important information they shared with us.

Girl Scout Cookies are coming to a location near you, as booth sales for the annual tasty treats officially begin Feb. 16.

Locally, girls will be honing their communication and entrepreneurial skills as they sell cookies at locations throughout central and western Oklahoma.

Consumers can support their local troops by visiting a nearby booth through March 24.

The opening of local booths coincides with the National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend, Feb. 16-18, when consumers are encouraged to invest in girl leaders and help them “Unbox the Future.”

New this year is a Cookie Booth inside Penn Square Mall in Oklahoma City. Customers can find the booth on the first floor around the primary rotunda in the center of the mall; it opens Feb. 9.

Customers who visit the booth will periodically find girls dressed in professional attire for the jobs they desire later in life, highlighting the importance Girl Scouts can play in helping them attain their dreams.

“Oklahoma weather can be unpredictable. This indoor cookie booth at Penn Square Mall gives girls the opportunity to promote their business to a variety of customers in a controlled environment not subject to mother natures’ whims,” said Kathy Thompson, Girl Scouts of Western Oklahoma senior manager of product program and retail.

Girl Scouts build important entrepreneurial skills through cookie booth sales including how to interact with customers, take orders and handle customers’ various forms of payment, invaluable lessons that set them up for success during the cookie season and beyond.

All proceeds from the cookie program stay with local councils and troops creating opportunities for them to enjoy outdoor activities, science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM) opportunities and community service projects. Girl Scouts of Western Oklahoma is recognized as one of the top councils nationwide for the amount of cookie proceeds reinvested in local troops.

About Girl Scouts Western Oklahoma Located in 39 Oklahoma counties in the central, southwest and northwest region of the state, Girl Scouts Western Oklahoma builds girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a

It’s a ‘yummy time of year’ as Girl Scouts sell their famous cookies.

Northmoor Elementary (Moore) Stone Ridge Elementary (Piedmont) Piedmont Elementary (Piedmont) Piedmont Early Childhood Center (Piedmont) Pleasant Hill Elementary (Mid-Del) Redbud Elementary (Edmond) Townsend Elementary (Mid-Del) Westmoore High School (Moore) Winding Creek Elementary (Moore) Bethany Earl Harris Elementary (Bethany) Southmoore High School (Moore)

better place. Through leadership-building programs, GSWESTOK offers girls pathways to explore their interests - including STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and math), healthy lifestyles and activities like the High Adventure Team and summer camps, and community service projects through the Bronze, Silver and Gold awards.

Cox Employees Award $81K to 18 Oklahoma City Area Schools Through Cox Charities Cox Communications has announced its Oklahoma City employees will award $81,000 to 21 educators at 18 local schools through its unique employee-funded Cox Charities Education Grant program. More than 118 applications were received through the Cox Charities website this year from school administrators, teachers, teaching assistants and media specialists (Pre-K through 12th grades) in Oklahoma City and the surrounding communities. The education grants support technology and programs that promote and enhance students' academic success and educational experience.

After careful deliberation by an advisory panel of local Cox employees, the following schools were chosen: Edmond North High School Redbud Elementary were recipients of the awards out of the Oklahoma City area schools this year. Edmond always seems to make their list and this year was no exception.

The entire list includes: Del City Elementary (Mid-Del) Edmond North High School (Edmond) Griffith Meridian Elementary (Choctaw) Kennedy Elementary School (Norman) Mid-Del Technology Center (Mid-Del) Monroe Elementary School Mustang Elementary (Mustang)

Cox Communications further supports local schools, individuals, and families year-round through no-cost and low-cost programs aimed at ensuring access to the internet like the federal government’s Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) , and Cox Communications’ own Connect2Compete for families with students, ConnectAssist, and StraightUp Internet.

“Cox employees supporting the schools and kids in the communities where we work, live and grow our own families is such a big part of what we stand for at Cox,” said Christine Martin, director of communications for Cox. “We have a legacy here in Oklahoma of showing our support through action and tens of thousands of dollars collected directly from our paychecks each month that we invest back into the people and schools that truly make a difference for our future leaders.”

The $81,000 in Cox Communications Education Grants to be awarded for the 2023-24 school year are in addition to $177,250 in Cox Charities Investment grants awarded to 19 Oklahoma City nonprofits in August. Since 2006, Cox Charities has supported schools and nonprofits through employee-funded grants totaling more than $8.6 million. For more information about Cox Charities, visit www.coxcharities.org (Ray Hibbard may be reached at ray@edmondpaper.com)

Check out what’s inside!

---- Business news ............................................................................Page 6.

---- Senior news ......................................................................Pages 8 & 9.

---- Columnist looks at odd world of politics ..................................Page 10.

---- Elaine describes the fun known as Mardi Grasr ........................Page 11.

---- Obituary notice ........................................................................Page 12.

---- Politce report............................................................................Page 13.

---- Geprge Gust reviews new movie ..............................................Page 14.

---- Crossword puzzle ....................................................................Page 14.

---- Don’t forget to vote for Edmond Favorites ..................Pages 15 to 18.

---- Weekend Calendar of Events ..................................................Page 19.

---- Church directory ......................................................................Page 19.

See if you can find ‘Four Seasons’ “Four Seasons” in real life is located in front of the Center for Transformative Learning on the University of Central Oklahoma campus, but this week is hidden somewhere in our paper.

Please e-mail contest@edmondpaper.com with the correct location to be entered in the weekly drawing.

Commissioned as a partnership between UCO, the City of Edmond and the Edmond Visual Arts Commission, “Four Seasons” was created by sculptor Kevin Box of New Mexico and was dedicated on the campus on March 24, 2011.

Kevin is a member of the National Sculptor’s Guild. His Box Studio LLC is a strong supporter of the Reduce, Reuse and Recycle concept, using recycled metal as part of the casting process for his sculptures. All of his work is 100 percent recyclable.

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 Deanne York Advertising Director Business Editor Alexx Reger alexx@edmondpaper.com Contributing Writers Mallery Nagle, Patty Miller, Rose Drebes, and George Gust.

Photographer Melinda Infante

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City Source Edmond

Edmond attractions draw in many visitors From City Source Edmond Many amenities make Edmond a great place to live and play – and a great place for visitors.

Connecting statewide and regional meeting planners and tournament directors to the Edmond Conference Center, sports facilities and Route 66 are some examples of how the City of Edmond develops, promotes, and grows tourism. And that growth is a key component in the City’s efforts to enhance the quality of life throughout the community.

“When people stay the night in Edmond, they pay a 4 percent lodging tax and also contribute to our sales tax when they shop, dine and play,” said Jennifer Thornton, Tourism Director, whose team just launched a fun new rebranding to help connect residents and visitors even more.

“This is a full circle of economic impact,” said Janet Yowell, Executive Director of Edmond Economic Development Authority. “Edmond attracts visitors who spend their dollars before going home. The circle is completed when they decide to move their family and/or business here.”

But all that growth doesn’t happen in a vacuum.

It takes a commitment to investment and vision – and collaboration is key.

Edmond leaders have valuable connections, and it helps when they think of Edmond hosting conferences. For example, former City Council member David Chapman has three academic colleagues from the United Kingdom. The University of Central Oklahoma Real Estate Program has had a wonderful partnership with Coventry University in the UK for almost 10 years. They research together, teach together, present together and solve societal problems together.

They also play together, and they love Oklahoma. And, because of that connection, Chapman pitched UCO as the host for their 2024 conference.

“They like the idea of using 'Experience Route 66' in Edmond as their theme,” said Chapman.

“UCO is now the location for the Society for Terrorism Research Conference Sept. 4-6, 2024.”

Edmond Conference Center is also a consistent economic driver. Groups as large as 1,000 enjoy conferences, meetings, celebrations and more.

One weekend it will be packed with cowboys from rodeos and another weekend an association will welcome professionals from across the region.

One of the Edmond events, which draws crowds downtown, is VIBES — a chance for artists to excel.

“We have had the best year since the Hilton Garden Inn and Edmond Conference Center opened in 2018,” said manager Gabby Trad.

An important fact is, in addition to room rental, a hotel guest adds about $65 each night to the local economy.

• 26 percent of Hilton Garden Inn rooms sold are from groups attending conferences at the Conference Center.

• The Edmond Conference Center increased the volume of events and revenues by 15 percent compared to last year (500+ events / 36,000+ attendees).

• About 21 percent of Edmond Conference Center visitors were new to market.

• The Hilton Garden Inn Edmond continues to rank in the top 1 percent of the HGI Brand in Guest Satisfaction Scores and was awarded its 3rd consecutive Conrad Achievement Award.

• Edmond Conference Center won a silver award from Northstar Meetings Group’s annual Stella Award for Best Conference Center in the nation.

Another vital part of the tourism draw for Edmond is Route 66, which celebrates its Centennial in 2026.

Celebrations are being planned in cities across Oklahoma along Route 66 in preparation for the 100th birthday. Edmond started early by launching Cycle 66 urban/rural bicycling tour in 2021. In its

third year, Edmond welcomed 696 riders from 15 states and one foreign country. Since 2021, Cycle 66 has given more than $60,000 to local charities.

House Bill 4457, passed in May 2022, authorized the creation of the Route 66 Commission Revolving Fund to be used for approved projects in the 46 eligible communities along Route 66 in Oklahoma. Now, $6.6 million is available for distribution each year for five years 2023-2027. The first wave of grants will be announced soon.

Edmond is one of 11 cities collaborating with The Midpoint Corridor Route 66. The goal is to work together to attract travelers along the 100 miles between Sapulpa and Edmond.

“Our first effort was 100 Miles of Christmas,” said Ed Gochenour, owner of Chicken Shack in Arcadia. “Every city had a theme and holiday activities for Route 66 Travelers.”

Edmond’s theme was Miracle on 2nd street.

New holiday lights from Arcadia Lake to the University of Central Oklahoma to businesses along 2nd Street showed holiday spirit. It helped give energy to new events like Deck the Downtown with a new 20-foot Christmas Tree at Festival Marketplace.

New Midpoint Corridor Route 66 activities for 2024 include Balloon Festival Sept. 20-22, Chicken Stock Live Music over Fall Break and Roadfest Rally for cars and motorcycles riding from Edmond to Tulsa’s AAA Roadfest on June 22. A board has been formed to lead these efforts that include Edmond, Stroud, Bristow and Arcadia.

From sports facilities to a successful conference center to Route 66. Citizens and visitors alike play recreational and competitive sports, meet in Edmond’s 45 creative venues, and see our historic sites along 13.4 miles of Route 66.

Thanks to sales tax dollars and local partnerships, Edmond has 28 quality sports facilities.

Plans are underway to upgrade Service Blake Soccer Complex and renovate KickingBird Pickleball Center and AC Caplinger Sports Complex at Hafer Park. You can find information about those facilities, as well as more about dining and shopping options, fun events, all the City parks and Arcadia Lake has to offer and more at VisitEdmondOK.com.

Learn more about what’s happening around the City at www.edmondok.gov/CitySource.

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When it’s time for assisted living Assisted living facilities provide a vital service to families across the globe. In fact, more than 800,000 people in the United States are currently living in assisted living facilities, according to a 2023 report from Zippia, an online recruitment service that gathers information from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and its own internal data.

The decision to move oneself or an aging relative into an assisted living facility is complicated.

Emotional challenges: The National Council on Aging notes that certain emotional challenges may indicate the time is right for an individual to move into an assisted living facility. The NCOA encourages individuals making such a decision independent of others to ask themselves if they are experiencing feelings of loneliness or depression. Assisted liv-

ing facilities can provide muchneeded social interaction that seniors may not be getting at home. If feelings of loneliness or depression are present, then the time might be right to make the move to an assisted living facility. · Physical challenges: Many individuals move into assisted living facilities because the physical challenges of daily life have become too significant to handle alone. The NCOA notes that individuals who are feeling overwhelmed by tasks such as buying groceries, cooking and cleaning may benefit from moving into assisted living facilities that handle such tasks for them. · Issues with hygiene: The presence of additional challenges related to hygiene also may suggest a move to an assisted living facility may be beneficial.

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VillagesOKC workshop to address gut health VillagesOKC continues it’s free daylong workshops focused on senior health with “Listen to Your Gut” on February 21.The workshop at the Metro Technology Center, 1900 Springlake Dr. will feature two speakers, a light lunch and resource tables.

Presented by VillagesOKC, the lead sponsor is CompleteOK Home Health and Hospice.

Gut health refers to the health of the entire digestive system and the health of the microorganisms living in the digestive tract. This includes the esophagus, stomach, small intestine and large intestine. When you eat food or drink liquid, your body breaks those items down into nutrients (carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, etc.) as they travel through your digestive tract.

Debbie Ozment, DDS, MS, will address “Vitality Takes Guts: How Your Microbiome Impacts Health.” Gut microbiome is the collection of all the bacteria that live within the gut. Candace Sturlin, PA-C, will be speaking on “It’s All About the Gut: A Guide to Better Health, Wellness, and Longevity.”

Contrary to what many people believe, not all bacteria are threats to health. In fact, the gut microorganisms are critical to many of the body’s processes, and when these bacteria are healthy, they have a huge positive impact on our overall health. However, chronic inflammation can accelerate disease progression.

Dr. Ozment is committed to early diagnosis and intervention of periodontal disease to positively affect not only the mouth, but the entire body. According to Dr. Ozment, gum disease is an early warning of larger disease problems: heart disease, cancer, Type 2 diabetes and rheumatoid arthritis among other afflictions.

She has been a private-practice dentist since 1985. A graduate of Oklahoma University College of Dentistry, she served as adjunct faculty there for seven years. Dr. Ozment completed a Masters' degree in Metabolic and Nutritional Medicine

Medicine, Anti-Aging, Emergency Medicine, Urology and Sexual Medicine. A graduate of Southern Nazarene University, she earned a Master of Science as a Physician Associate with Distinction from the University of Oklahoma Health Science Center College of Medicine. She joined Total Healthcare Partners and

Debbie Ozment

Candace Sturlin from the University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine and is a Diplomate with the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine. Trained at Mayo Clinic, she is a Nationally Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach.

Sturlin has extensive training and over 21 years of experience in Family

Wellness and Longevity in 2010 working along side Dr. Paul Rothwell to promote individuals living healthier lives through wellness to reduce sickness. Registration for the free workshop is required on the VillagesOKC events calendar (www.villagesokc.org/calendar) or by calling (405) 990-6637.

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Commentary ... We’re on YOUR Side

Odd world of politics

By Steve Gust I notice the vice president is defending Joe Biden after a special counsel last week claimed the president was “an elderly man with diminished capacities.”

Kamala Harris called the comments “inaccurate and inappropriate.”

She may have a point with the inapSteve Gust propriate part, but the inaccurate part can not be disputed. The guy has the consistent look of a “deer in the headlights.”

His gaffes could fill up the pages of this newspaper.

After the report came out, Biden held a press conference and again showed how bad his memory is.

So there we have it, folks. We have a special counsel admitting that Biden took classified government records he shouldn’t have. But we’re not going to prosecute him because he’s not really competent to stand trial. But hey he’s competent to be president?

Doesn’t make a lot of sense to me.

Politics is odd. Kamala knows that Biden probably has serious memory issues, yet defends him. But during the 2020 Democrat presidential debates she lambasted the guy for integration issues.

It’s a pity the national press won’t point out these things.

— I’m writing this the day after the big Super Bowl.

Kickoffs in the NFL are weird.

Why don’t they just put the ball on the 25-yard line? We don’t have many kickoffs returned anymore. I know they’re trying to cut down on injuries, but it’s odd to line up and then just kick the ball out of the end zone.

The Super Bowl is truly an extravaganza.

I remember, as a kid, when they held the first one. It was before the NFL and AFL merged. What was interesting about that is that the game was broadcast on two networks at the same time. The AFL network, which I believe was NBC, showed it and the NFL side was done by CBS. Just a little over 360 days until the next one.

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

Bill under consideration would help child providers The Senate Health and Human Services Committee approved Senate Bill 1239 ;ast week.

The measure, authored by Sen. Warren Hamilton, R-McCurtain, seeks to reduce regulations on home childcare providers in an effort to alleviate child care deserts across the state.

“Nearly half of Oklahoma’s counties are classified as child care deserts, meaning there are not enough providers or facilities available, especially in rural areas of the state. This often results in parents having to drive long distances to find care for their children,” Hamilton said. “Many families have trusted relatives or friends whose care they’d be comfortable leaving their children in, but excessive regulations keep many qualified Oklahomans from providing child care.”

SB 1239 removes licensing requirements for home child care providers who provide a maximum of 30 hours of care a week for no more than seven children.

“I’ve heard from constituents in southeast Oklahoma who’ve experi-

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enced this problem firsthand,” Hamilton said. “The current licensing regulations have not only caused providers to shy away from the profession, but also resulted in the cost for child care increasing, making it difficult for parents to afford care and for providers to stay afloat.

“While this legislation does not remove any current regulations, it provides an exemption to ensure that more Oklahomans can provide care without fear of violating any regulations and that parents have more safe and trusted child care options to choose from.”

Change the date of school board elections?

Rep. Chris Banning, R-Bixby, has filed legislation seeking to change the date of school board elections in Oklahoma.

House Bill 3563 would place school board members on the same cycle as House and Senate elections. It would also move three-year terms to two-year terms and fiveyear terms to four-year terms.

"Over the last decade, legislation similar to House Bill 3563 has been proposed," Banning said. "This bill differs from others because of its simplified structure. The goal here is to consolidate elections to save taxpayers' money and increase voter turnout."

In the April 2023 Bixby school board election, 2,048 votes were cast out of an estimated 28,962 registered voters, suggesting a voter turnout of around 7%.

"As a parent of four children in public education, I realize the importance of community involvement in our public school board elections," Banning said. "House Bill 3563 would streamline the electoral process, making it easier for parents and communities to influence policies that directly impact their children's education."

If signed into law, the bill would become effective Nov. 1. The bill will be eligible for consideration during the legislative session.

Prepping Girl Scouts to run businesses

By Janienne Bella, CEO of Girl Scouts Western Oklahoma As the CEO of Girl Scouts Western Oklahoma (GSWESTOK), I’m fortunate to bear witness to the incredible opportunities available to Girl Scouts within 39 counties Bella throughout the central, southwest and northwest regions of Oklahoma. From STEAM pipelines to trips abroad, we’re helping girls understand how—with hard work—they can turn their dreams into reality.

Inspired by the extraordinary vision of Girl Scouts founder Juliette “Daisy” Low, GSWESTOK provides vital programming that enables girls with invaluable life skills, including sales-based activities that help girls gain business experience, all while helping to fund new adventures.

Each year, Girl Scouts across the region embark upon entrepreneurial journeys designed to set them up for a lifetime of success. Girl Scouts

can participate in two primary fundraising activities: The Girl Scout Cookie Program, happening now, as well as the Fall Product Program, during which girls sell items like nuts, candy, and magazine subscriptions.

These programs encourage the development of five core competencies: Goal Setting, Decision Making, Money Management, People Skills, and Business Ethics. From budgets to customer service, these experiences drive girls to accumulate skills that will serve them throughout their lives.

In fact, more than half of female entrepreneurs got their start as a Girl Scout, according to Girl Scouts of the USA. There are more than 50 million Girl Scouts alums, many of whom continue to actively support the organization. As such, in 2004, a group of women founded a chapter of the Juliette Low Leadership Society (JLLS) to serve as an advocacy and philanthropy group in support of GSWESTOK. For 20 years now, our supporters and volunteers have worked together to raise more than $5.7 million for our girls through the JLLS Luncheon. Proceeds from the annual luncheon are in-

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vested in everything from scholarship funds to community service projects and troop leader support.

We look forward to welcoming University of Oklahoma Head Softball Coach Patty Gasso as keynote speaker for the 20th annual luncheon, set for Feb. 21 at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City.

From increased screen time to social isolation, girls today are facing unprecedented threats to their mental health. Girl Scouts is a healthy outlet for girls to explore their strengths, take on new challenges, and discover who they are, all while working with their peers to make the world a better place.

The next time you encounter a Girl Scout, remember that your support goes so much further than a package of cookies. It’s helping to open up a world of possibilities and ignite an entrepreneurial spirit within girls.

Janienne Bella is CEO of Girl Scouts Western Oklahoma. To learn more about the Juliette Low Leadership Society Luncheon or to find Girl Scout Cookies near you, visit the council’s website, www.gswestok.org.

Quotes from Ronald Reagan The trouble with our Liberal friends is not that they're ignorant; it's just that they know so much that isn't so.

Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We didn't pass it to our children in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same.

The most terrifying words in the English language are: I'm from the government and I'm here to help.

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A look at Fat Tuesday & Louisiana

By Elaine Warner For years I thought Mardi Gras was only one day – and, technically, it is – Fat Tuesday, the day before Lent begins. But actually, it’s an entire season.

Mardi Gras starts on Jan. 6, Epiphany or Elaine Kings Day, and lasts until the very last minute of Fat Tuesday (this year February 13). So instead of clutching my pearls, I grabbed my beads.

American Mardi Gras was born on March 3, 1699, (a Tuesday) when French explorers Pierre Le Moyne d”Iberville and Sieur de Bienville landed on the shore near present-day New Orleans. They celebrated their arrival and named the spot Point du Mardi Gras. The first “official” Mardi Gras celebration was held in Mobile in 1703.

The tradition, however, is much older, growing out of pagan celebrations which were co-opted by Christians. The period before the fasting of Lent became a riotous affair with lavish balls and parties – and lots of food. These weeks were known as Carnevale – translated from Latin meaning “meat, farewell.”

New Orleans, founded in 1718, got to the party late – but with vigor that today makes the state a banquet of beads and parades. New Orleans is party central – but I prefer some of the smaller, more family-friendly celebrations.

Elegant masks created by Dennis Beckman are highlights of the Mardi Gras collection at The Enchanted Garden in Shreveport

Lake Charles is one of my favorite spots. The closer to Fat Tuesday, the more parades are scheduled – including two children’s parades and a dog parade (by the Krewe of Barkus).

In addition to the parades, the highlight for the general public is the Mardi Gras Royal Gala. What I didn’t know before attending is that the most elegant costumes don’t appear in the parades.

They are saved for balls put on by individual organizations called krewes. Some balls can be attended by non-krewe members – for a price.

The best deal is the Gala – for a reasonable admission fee, you get to see an indoor parade of all the krewe Kings and Queens. It’s definitely worth the price.

Lake Charles also has a great Mardi Gras museum. Several years ago, our press group was treated to a cooking demonstration – King Cakes.

This yummy pastry is a staple of every Mardi Gras party. The braided, circular creation recalls the circuitous trip of the magi.

It’s decorated with the official Mardi Gras colors – green for faith, purple for justice and gold for power.

A tiny plastic baby is tucked inside the cake. Whoever gets the piece with the baby must supply the king cake for the next party.

If you want to join the fun next year – Lake Charles is about a nineand-a-quarter hour drive from Edmond. It’s also close to the start of the one of my favorite Scenic Byways, the Creole Nature Trail. Plan on sampling the fare at any one of Lake Charles’ great restaurants. A super place to stay is the L’Auberge Casino Resort. For more information on Lake Charles: www.visitlakecharles.org Closer to home, Shreveport, too, puts on quite a party. The best weekend to go is the weekend before Fat Tuesday.. There’s a night parade on Friday, and afternoon parades on Saturday and Sunday. In the past, I’ve been a spectator and a participant here and the view from both sides is great.

As a parade watcher, the goal is to acquire as many “throws” as possible.

Throws are the souvenirs tossed from the floats – anything from beads and toys to candy, and even, one year, foil-wrapped hot dogs.

Our press group was invited to ride on a float; continuously throwing things is a real workout. Crowdwatching is revealing. I avoided throwing to adults with long-handled fishing nets and bushel baskets, aiming for kids, who were just as rapacious but at a disadvantage in the competition with determined grownups. (As a watcher, I was equally greedy. Although without a basket or net, I still accumulated a large stash of shiny beads.)

Two must-do stops in Shreveport include Tubbs Hardware and The En-

The fanciest Mardi Gras regalia is on display at the Lake Charles Gala.

chanted Garden. Yes, you can buy hardware at Tubbs, but, surprisingly, they have the best selection of beads, masks and Mardi Gras decorations in the area. Located across the river from Shreveport in Bossier City, during the season, they are a major purveyor of King Cakes.

The Enchanted Garden really is a shopper’s dream – a wide variety of items in nine rooms – everything from toys and gifts to jewelry and clothing. A great stop to shop any time of year, the seasonal displays are works of art. There are many Mardi Gras items, but the highlights of the collection are custom masks

by Dennis Beckman (he and his sister, Deb Cockrell own the boutique).His works are often included in museum exhibitions.

Shreveport is just over a six-hour drive from Edmond. For more information about the Shreveport Mardi Gras: www.visitshreveportbossier.org.

Mardi Gras events happen all over the state of Louisiana. In Oklahoma, not so much. The Norman Mardi Gras Parade is one of the exceptions.

This year’s parade theme was Danc-

ing with Dragons – lots of color – and beads.

In Edmond, the best bet was at the UCO Jazz Lab where the Red River Ramblers offered some great Dixieland jazz..

In OKC the American Banjo Museum featured Krewe de Banjo, an evening of New Orleans jazz. Several restaurants and breweries offered specials.

In the past, it was hard to find King Cakes around here. Now a number of bakeries – even grocery stores, carry the confections. Too late now, but if you’re feeling Julia Childish, you can DIY. Check out this recipe for King Cake at www.explorelouisiana.com/culinary/recipes/t raditional-king-cake.

And how did I “Laissez les bons temps roller” this year? I put on my beads, cuddled up on my couch with a big hunk of King Cake and watched a black and white classic – “New Orleans” – with Louis Armstrong and Billie Holiday on Amazon Prime. I hope your Mardi Gras was a party – but, in case you missed it – plan now for 2025!

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Obituary notice Thomas Huber

With heavy hearts and cherished memories, we announce the passing of Thomas Huber, who transitioned from this life to the next on December 8, 2023. Tom was a beacon of light in the lives of all who knew him, his kindness and myriad talents leaving an indelible mark on the world.

Tom possessed an artistic spirit that illuminated the lives of many.

His art, photography, and stained glass pieces were not just creations, but reflections of his generous heart and boundless creativity.

Through these mediums, he touched countless souls, leaving behind a legacy of beauty and inspiration.

For four decades, Tom dedicated himself to Village United Methodist

Church, where he served as a cherished staff member and friend.

His impact, particularly among the youth, was profound. Through various projects and ministry mission trips, he nurtured young minds, instilling in them values of compassion, service, and faith.

Tom’s commitment to the Special Olympics was a testament to his compassionate nature.

His involvement brought joy and laughter to the children he accompanied to numerous events, his sense of humor a constant source of delight. His dedication exemplified the true spirit of volunteerism and community service.

In celebration of Tom’s remarkable life, a gathering will be held on February 17, 2024, at 10:30 am at Village United Methodist Church in Oklahoma City. As we come together to honor his memory, let us also take comfort in the enduring impact he had on all who were fortunate enough to know him.

Though he may no longer walk among us, his light will continue to shine brightly in our hearts forevermore.

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(Editor’s Note: The following arrest reports are provided by the Edmond Police Department. Guilt or innocence is determined in a court of law.

Also, CDS is controlled dangerous substance; APC is Actual Physical Control; DUI is driving under the influence.)

Jan. 29

Dara Ann Sammons, 42 of Edmond.

Operate (DUI or APC) a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol.

Otto Anleu, 45 of Edmond. Operate (DUI or APC) a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol.

Jose Torres de la Cruz, 28 of Edmond.

Operate (DUI or APC) a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol.

Syeda Massoma Abedi, 43 homeless.

Misdemeanor warrant and trespassing after being warned.

Anthony Troy Mishion Jr. 42 of Edmond. Shoplifting.

Jan. 30 Zachery Duane Jaco, 37 homeless. Failure to appear and possession of marrijuana.

Christopher Jarrod Tryon, 35 of Edmond. Felony warrant.

Deepak Balaj Pratapa, 21 of Edmond.

Public intoxication.

Jacob Paul Carpenter, 22 of Edmond.

Expired tag – over three months and nonassault resisting officer Robert Allen Burns, 62 of Edmond.

Public intoxication and felony warrant, Jan. 31 Christopher Shawn Scroggins, 44 of Oklahoma City. Operate (DUI or APC) a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol content level of .15 or more.

Luis Fernando Estrada-Monroy, 27 homeless. False personation of another and (felony) larceny of merchandise from retailer.

Sheri Renee Woodall, 63 of Edmond.

Possess drug paraphernalia and possess CDS. Feb. 1 Ja’Aana Jamee Corbett, 32 of Edmond.

Misdemeanor warrant.

Carlos Rashad Blizard, 27 of Oklahoma City. Failure to maintain compulsory insur-

ance, driving with license canceled, suspended or revoked and operate (DUI or APC) a motor vehicle under the influence of anything other than alcohol.

Deyone Donyell Miller, 26 of Edmond.

Public intoxication.

Freddie Lee Jackson, 34 of Oklahoma City. (Drug related) possession of contraband in a penal institution, driving while license canceled, suspended or revoked, expired tag and failure to carry compulsory insurance.

Alejandro Gabriel Ramos, 28 of Edmond. Driving while privilege is canceled, suspended, denied or revoked.

John Mark Lockhart, 57 of Edmond.

Shoplifting.

Aaron Andrew Akers, 28 of Edmond.

Felony warrant.

Feb. 2 Valeria Ann Bolt, 39 of Arlington, Texas. Public intoxication.

Aaron Robert Morehead, 40 of Edmond. Domestic abuse assault (strangulation) Brandy Elizabeth Parsons, 40 of Oklahoma City. Possess CDS, public intoxication and child endangerment.

Aljon Rashad Lamon Smith, 29 of Luther. No proof of insurance, false representation to an officer and failure to appear.

Jennifer Anne Vesper, 56 of Edmond.

Shoplifting.

Feb. 3 Danielle Alexis Shade, 31 of Guthrie, Two counts of possession of CDS and possess drug paraphernalia.

Elizabeth Ann Brown, 21 of Cordell, Okla. Possess drug paraphernalia and possess CDS. Keith Casey Botone, 42 of El Reno.

Driving while license is canceled, suspended or revoked. ‘ Caleb Michael Toliver, 20 of Oklahoma City. Driving while impaired by consumption of alcohol (DWI) Cuinton James Boyd, 19 of Edmond.

Minor – intoxicating beverage – possession by person under 21, two counts of possess CDS and operate (DUI or APC) a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol con-

See Police, Page 14

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Review of movie ‘Lisa Frankenstein’

Quirky dark comedy is not for everyone

By George Gust From first-time director Zelda Williams and acclaimed writer Diablo Cody (“Juno” “Jennifer’s Body”) comes “Lisa Frankenstein”; a coming-ofage love story about a teenager (Kathryn Newton) and her crush who happens to be a corpse (Cole Sprouse). After a set of horrific circumstances bring him back to life, the two embark on a journey to find love, happiness, and a few missing body parts.

Cody is one of the rare current writers working in Hollywood who has broad name recognition due to her unique writing style the unqualified success early in her career with “Juno.” And in subsequent projects, you can feel that she’s trying to recapture the lightning in a bottle of that first outing, to varying degrees of success, most notably with her directing debut of “Jennifer’s Body.” Now we have “Lisa Frankenstein” a spiritual successor to “Jennifer’s Body” with the trappings of 1989 and Tim Burton’s “Edward Scissorhands” and the results are largely mixed.

The dialogue is as snappy as ever and teeters

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on the edge of self-satisfaction throughout, which is a hallmark of the way Cody writes teenage girls in particular. When it works it sings, but when it falls flat it lands with a thud. However, in the hands of Newton as the offbeat protagonist there are more hits than misses when it comes to performance. She’s able to match the dark comedy horror tone of the film and add an empathy that is required to keep you engaged with the outlandish escalation that happens throughout the

story.

Overall, “Lisa Frankenstein” is a quirky teen horror comedy that is not for everyone, and that’s a good thing. With Cody’s sardonic comedic style and Williams behind the camera both wearing her Tim Burton influences on her sleeve and creating a surprisingly entertaining and well-paced movie even for its dark subject matter and gore. This is the kind of movie you’re either on the same page with or not, which puts it into the cult classic category, which is a rarity in today’s streaming age. “Lisa Frankenstein” is not ashamed to be its offbeat self and in a landscape of algorithmically drawn content, its refreshing to see a movie that’s not for ‘everyone.’

“Lisa Frankenstein” is rated PG-13 for violent content, bloody images, sexual material, language, sexual assault, teen drinking and drug content.

2.9 out of 5 stars (You may reach George Gust for comment at gust.george@gmail.com)

Lisa (Kathryn Newton) has been through hardship and now she’s starting a new school and her new boyfriend (Cole Sprouse) is… undead? Hijinx ensue in ‘Lisa Frankenstein’ a send up to 80s dark comedies.

Police From Page 13 tent level of .15 or more.

Larry Donnell Whiteley Jr, 49 of Harrah. Driving while privilege is canceled, suspended, denied or revoked.

Marcus Wayne Doughty, 53 of Edmond.

Felony warrant.

Feb. 4 Sabrina Dawn Elliott, 44, of Oklahoma City.

Driving while privilege is canceled, suspended, denied or revoked.

Andrew Wray Christy, 40 of Oklahoma City.

Public intoxication and assault and battery/battery (felony) on police officer or correctional staff.

Brandon Lee Miller, 45 of Edmond. Operate (DUI or APC) a motor vehicle under the influence of anything other than alcohol, possess drug paraphernalia and possess CDS. Ronald Dwayne Baker, 42 of Oklahoma City. Expired tag one to three months, no proof of insurance and driving while privilege is canceled, suspended, denied or revoked.

Kristopher Wade Mackey, 47 homeless.

Trespassing after being warned.

Nathan Lee Griffin, 29 of Guthrie. Trespassing after being warned and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Lauren Leigh Clagg, 37 of Edmond. Public intoxication.

Brittany Erin Edwards, 42 of Edmond. Possess drug paraphernalia, (Misdemeanor first and second offense) larceny of merchandise from retailer and possess with intent to distribute CDS.

Crossword Puzzle STATEPOINT CROSSWORD THEME: U.S. Presidents ACROSS 1. Falling out 5. Bottle top 8. Door fastener 12. Shoe emanation?

13. Staff note 14. Home to Buccaneers 15. Actress Spelling 16. Thor's father 17. Kidman's husband 18. *He served two nonconsecutive presidential terms 20. *JFK and RFK's relationship, abbr.

21. Foreword 22. J. Edgar Hoover Building org.

23. Pac-Man venue 26. Long and adventurous journey 30. Rudolph's Clarice, e.g.

31. Like life, according to some 34. Is it enough?

35. Jalisco plant 37. As opposed to rent 38. Grassy mound 39. Flat-top hill 40. *W in George H. W. Bush 42. Nicki Minaj's genre 43. Reusable painting pattern 45. Sacred songs 47. Horse control 48. Laughing predator 50. Gunk 52. *Nobel Peace Prize winning president 56. Social media button 57. Tangerine-grapefruit hybrid 58. Greek god of love 59. Cautious gambler 60. Trousers 61. Baltic capital 62. Port in Yemen 63. Follow ems 64. Not ever, poetically DOWN 1. Campus drillers 2. One on a pedestal 3. Golfer's warning 4. "Jeopardy" question, e.g.

5. Closet wood

6. ____ acid 7. Body between England and U.S.?

8. *President who spent the shortest time in office 9. Orator's stand 10. Pampering establishments 11. J.M. Barrie's Peter 13. Like hot lava 14. Short and plump 19. Endow 22. *WW2 Pres.

23. *Thomas Jefferson was his VP 24. "Thesaurus" author 25. Cut it out 26. Sound on Old MacDonald's farm 27. Annoy a bedfellow 28. "Bravo! Bravo!" e.g.

29. Online reviews

32. Delivered by a mare 33. Hole punching tool 36. *a.k.a. Old Kinderhook 38. Danish money 40. Intelligent humor 41. Vomiting 44. Pressed beverage 46. Tap house 48. TV classic "_____'s Heroes" 49. Egg parts 50. Past tense of chide 51. Sand trap tool 52. Ill-mannered 53. Albany-Buffalo canal 54. Theater section 55. Russian ruler 56. #10 Down, sing.

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State House marks annual ‘Rose Day’ The Oklahoma House of Representatives today honored the right to life of the unborn with a presentation for Rose Day on the chamber floor and the adoption of a resolution recognizing the significance of the day.

House Resolution 1022, authored by House Majority Leader Tammy West, R-Oklahoma City, and co-authored by a majority of House Republicans, recognizes the significance of Rose Day, Oklahoma's annual pro-life rally at the Capitol.

"Rose Day has a rich heritage in our state Legislature," West said. "Hundreds of people that value life, beginning at conception, gather to pass out roses to state representatives and other elected of-

ficials to remind us of the importance of protecting the unborn. It's a beautiful tradition and a reminder of one of the gifts we hold most sacred."

HR1022 states that "one of the great hallmarks of our American form of government is the right of our citizens to express their opinions on matters of great import to their elected officials," and that "members of the Oklahoma House of Representatives greatly esteem and respect this right of the citizens to give their considered input and insight to elected members of the Oklahoma House of Representatives, who are solemnly charged with crafting legislation for the people as a whole."

The measure goes onto state that "the right to

life of the unborn is one of the great public policy issues of our day, both for the American people and for Oklahomans of whatever political philosophy or persuasion," and that "members of the Oklahoma House of Representatives affirm that all human life is sacred from the point of conception."

HR1022 also makes note that the majority of members of the Oklahoma House of Representatives have led the nation in adopting legislation to defend unborn children and will continue to do so. They also have opposed any policy that would require citizens to pay for abortions through their taxpayer dollars or medical insurance premiums.

Extra Information In the Gallery Location: Edmond Fine Arts Institute Extra Info: Featuring Brad McNeill; free; Gallery is open Mon – Thu; 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.; edmondfinearts.com Edmond’s Social Fabric Location: Edmond History Museum Extra Info: Fri, Dec 1 – Sun, Mar 31; free; 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; edmondhistory.org Indoor Edmond Farmer’s Market Location: MAC in Mitch Park Extra Info: through Sat, Mar 16; 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.; edmondparks.com UCO Jazz Lab Events

Location: UCO Jazz Lab Extra Info: Fri, Feb 16: The Musical World of the Doctor Presents: Taylor Deneed @ 8 p.m.; $20; Sat, Feb 17: Garrett “Big G” Jacobson @ 8 p.m.; $15; ucojazzlab.com

Weekend Calendar Weekend Calendar of Events Feb. 15-18 ---- In the Gallery ---- Edmond’s Social Fabric ---- Indoor Edmond Farmer’s Market ---- UCO Jazz Lab Events ---- Events at Frenzy ---- National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum Events ---- The Pollard Theatre presents: An Evening with Patsy Cline ---- Bricktown Comedy Club presents: Sam Morril ---- Lyric Theatre presents: Small ---- OKC Midtown Rotary Spelling Bee(r) ---- Monster Jam

Events at Frenzy Location: Frenzy Brewing Company Extra Info: Free; Fri, Feb 16: Robert Allen @ 7:30 p.m.; Sat, Feb 17: Steve Brann @ 7:30 p.m.; frenzybrewing.com