Moore Monthly - January 2021

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Spreading Moore Love

Moore Schools Team Up to Benefit the Community

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VOL. 16 • NO. 1 • JANUARY 2021

COVER STORY:

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It began four years ago as a way to raise some extra funds for local families in need. Now Moore high school students have turned Moore Love into a remarkable campaign that is leaving a profound impact on the community and their classmates.

BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT-GLAMOORE: Old Town Moore is the home of a unique salon and boutique that delivers on a promise of “full service in an intimate setting,” along with some of the coolest locally-made products you’ll find anywhere

HANNAH SMITH: Choosing a career of military service is a profound and important path. This former Moore resident talks about what led her to choose the Air Force as a career and the positive impact it has had on her life.

CAMERON LITTLE: He started off as a soccer player, like his father and brother before him. But now this Southmoore SaberCat is headed to college on scholarship playing the American version of “futbol” and he’s having a kick doing it.

8 Letter from the Editor 14 2021 BOM Nominations 16 Best of Moore & South OKC

31 Healthy Moore

19 Entrepreneur’n Moore

33 Children's Book Review

2021 Nominations Now Open!

10 Resolutions to Make 2021 a Better Business Year

20 Chamber Spotlight

The Beauty of the "15-Minute-City"

22 Business Building Blocks

CDL Training and Retail Industry Training

25 Heroes of Moore Crimestoppers Awards

28 Calendar of Events

Frontline Healthcare Workers Celebrate COVID Vaccine Arrival

32 Healthy Moore Vitamin D and COVID-19

I Dissent: Ruth Bader Ginsburg Makes Her Mark

33 Crossword Puzzle Education Stations

34 Library Schedules/Puzzle Answer 35 Boomtown Finding Your Trusted Advisors

38 The Station Schedule 42 Local Kids Prepare for Global Expansion with New Tech Product

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Letter from the Editor As 2020 drew to a close there was a popular meme floating around social media that went something like this: “You think 2020 was bad? Wait until it turns 21 and starts drinking!”

Oy! If we’d only stopped for a moment and been able to guess what 2020 was going to throw at us! The problem with “if only” is that it keeps us from embracing and enjoying the bright moments that shine out during dark and chaotic times.

That’s why we’re choosing to begin this new year with a look at something we find immensely encouraging.

Students in the Moore school district have taken a fairly effective fundraising idea and turned it into something remarkable, something that benefits hundreds of local families each year. This is a light that will shine no matter what 2021 brings.

We hope that you’ll join us in celebrating and supporting our kids and the hope they give that the next generations will “do better.”

Happy New Year, Moore!

Editor Moore Monthly

Publisher Brent Wheelbarger Writer/Editor Rob Morris Designer April Burgess For ad placement, specifications and rates, call or email Aleta Wheelbarger 405-659-7224 | aleta@mooremonthly.com

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BY ROB MORRIS

Spreading Moore Love

Rivals in Sports, Moore Schools Team Up to Benefit the Community

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oore Love" began four years ago as an idea to help the Regional Food Bank's "Backpack for Kids" program, which benefits around 700 Moore Public Schools (MPS) students each year. It has quickly become one of the most significant fundraising efforts in the city. Dr. Robert Romines, Moore's superintendent of schools, said he's amazed at what has happened with the annual program.

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"It has just exploded," said Dr. Romines. "Mandy Kincannon, who was the president of the Moore Public Schools Foundation, came along with the initial idea of Moore Love. That first year we raised something right around $30,000."

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"This is literally helping kids that you go to school with," said Toscano.

"I was one of those kids who received a Food Bank backpack growing up, and now that my parents are in a better place financially, it's amazing to know that I can play a role in helping kids who face the same struggles I did growing up."

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more impressive than the growth is that the program is planned and executed entirely by the students in the MPS district, with a little guidance and support from sponsors and administrators.

Dr. Romines said, "It's been amazing to watch our kids do a huge work and have such a big impact on our community."

For the Moore Love program, leadership teams from all three high schools plan fundraising events involving their students throughout the year. In February, the fundraising culminates with a final slate of events and a reveal of the total amount raised. Rose Toscano is one of the leaders from Moore High School. He said the motivation for working hard is easy to explain.

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Southmoore's Jackson Lehew said he and the SaberCat leadership team share Toscano's passion for helping kids so close to home.

"It means so much to know that we know exactly where the money we raise is going," said Lehew. "It helps people right here in the MPS district that are in need, so seeing those needs met really has an impact on us."

Proceeds from the Moore Love program benefit the Regional Food Bank's Backpack for Kids program every year. The student leadership teams also choose a changing slate of other local recipients to receive funds. This gives them a chance to literally "spread the love" around different organizations and needs. The Moore Fire Department's "Santa Express" program is the 2021 recipient. For Southmoore's Jerzi Hawkins, last year brought a life-changing moment when she saw how Moore Love benefited Ally's House and Liam, a young Moore resident who was helped by the cancer-support organization.

"I remember the day when little Liam from Southgate visited our assembly to represent Ally's House," said Hawkins. "Almost every single person in the assembly was in tears listening to his story. It just really hit home for me how Moore Love touches so many lives in our community."

Dr. Romines said he and the rest of the MPS team find themselves continually amazed by local students' passion and focus as they invest so much energy and time in Moore Love each year.

"Our kids get it," said Dr. Romines. "If I think about it too much, I tend to get emotional. The fact that our high school students are leading the charge is amazing. But they're also creating a sense of pride and roots in our younger kids."

As a part of the Moore Love campaign, the leadership teams from all three high schools meet with leaders from the MPS feeder schools on the junior high and elementary school levels. Those high school kids help their younger counterparts plan their own Moore Love fundraising events, contributing to the overall funds raised.

"One of our Title 1 elementary schools raised around $20,000 last year," said Dr. Romines. "That's a pretty proud 'dad moment' when you realize that you have students at a school who are in need themselves, yet are willing to go out and help families who are in dire straits."

Ultimately, it's this tradition-building process that seems to be solidifying the Moore Love campaign as the kind of annual heritage that can help develop and define character in MPS students for years to come.

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"We've done a lot of initiatives over the years," said Dr. Romines, "But Moore Love is one of my favorites. Not only does it have a profound impact on our community, but it's also pretty remarkable to see the way it's creating a sense of pride and roots in our kids about who they're going to be as they grow older."

As one might guess, fundraising in a pandemic year has been challenging. But the leaders from all three high schools said they're pressing on with plans to complete their important work.

"It has definitely stretched us to our full capacity," said Colindres, "But we've been working hard to keep people safe from COVID while planning events that help us reach our goals."

Toscano said, "Hands down, trying to plan events with COVID has put us in a pickle. But while we've had to cancel many things, we're still doing our best to be creative. The impact Moore Love has is worth all the effort."

COVID-19 when so many people have lost jobs or struggled," said One of the more obvious impacts of Moore Love on the high school Colindres. "Sure, we're competitive, but that takes a backseat to what students is to see how students from schools with such intense rival- we can do to help others." ries in sports are willing to set aside their passion for winning and work Southmoore's Lehew and Hawkins said it helps that leadership teams side-by-side to achieve lofty goals. Moore High School's David Colindres says there is some competitiveness about which school raises the from the three high schools meet monthly to advise each other and make plans. They also agree that there's a comfortable balance bemost money, but that's a secondary issue. tween competition and collaboration for Moore Love.

"It's more important to us to help others, especially in this year of

"When it comes right down to it," said Lehew, "We all know that the money we raise is going to the same place, so that motivates us to help each other out as much as we can."

Hawkins said, "Raising more money than the other schools is a big motivation to our fellow students, but we all know that being competitive just helps us raise more money for those who need it most."

Dr. Romines said that for the adults who devote their lives to teaching kids in the Moore schools, the way MPS students have embraced Moore Love is one of the most encouraging things they see.

"We see that we're creating world-changers," said Dr. Romines. "My hope is that all of our kids eventually move back to Moore and become an essential part of our community. But no matter where they end up, we believe they've added an important philanthropic piece to their lives that will bless them and those around them."

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2021 BOM NOMINATIONS

ongratulations to everyone who was nominated for the Best of Moore & South OKC Awards this year. We’d also like to extend a hearty “Thank You!” to everyone who participated in the nomination process for sharing their choices with us.

Now that the nominations are in and it’s time to start the official vote for this year’s awards.

Voting begins at 12:01 a.m. on January 1, 2021 and ends at midnight on February 28, 2021.

That’s right – you have TWO WHOLE MONTHS to vote for your favorites. This will be the only round of voting and all voting takes place online at MooreMonthly.com. You may vote multiple times in as many categories as you like. Heck!

Go ahead and vote in every category!

At various points in the voting process we’ll pull back the curtain to let the public know how things are going. If you have any questions regarding the voting process please email rob@mooremonthly. com or donna@mooremonthly.com.

WINNERS The top three finishers in each category will be invited to our festive Best of Moore & South OKC Dinner in March (pending COVID-19 restrictions) where the “#1 vote-getter” will be revealed. The runners-up will also be recognized at the “Bommies” so that everyone goes home a winner.

BANK Armstrong Bank Arvest Bank BancFirst First Fidelity First United Bank FNB Community Bank Great Plains Bank MidFirst Bank Simmons Bank

Starbucks - 19th Street Starbuck's - 27th Street

BAKERY/CUPCAKES Angela’s Bakery ButterSweet Cupcakes & Coffee Shop Cakes by Jen Crest Foods Bakery Eileen’s Colossal Cookies Johnnie’s Sweet Creations

CHILDRENS' CLOTHING Dapper & Darling Gigi’s Baby Boutique Once Upon a Child Natural Okie Baby Showplace Market

DONUTS Daylight Donuts (19th & Santa Fe) Donut Palace & Kolache Santa Fe Donuts Homemade Donuts (27th & Santa Fe) Honey Bee Bakery

CHILD CARE PROVIDER All About Kids Creative Kids Learning Center Discovery School Homeschool First Learning Center-First Moore Baptist Church KKCA Playstreet Hourly Child Care Providence Learning Center Southwood Children’s Academy Sparks Learning Center St. John's Luthern School A Step Above Learning Center

ENTERTAINMENT Andy Alligator’s Hey Day Entertainment I-35 Bingo Moore Public Library Twisted Axes Throw House Yellow Rose Dinner Theater

BBQ Blakes BBQ Dales BBQ Fatty's Smokehouse Ray's BBQ Swadley’s BBQ Van’s Pig Stand

CATEGORIES You can check out the categories right here:

BREAKFAST/BRUNCH SPOT Black Bear Diner Boomerang The Box Car IHOP Pickles America's Grill Sunny Side Up

APARTMENTS 35 West Countryside Village Apartments The Fairways at Moore The Greens at Moore Mission Point

BURGERS Boomerang Grille Dan's Old Time Diner Johnnies Charcoal Broiler Okie Tonk Café Soda Pops Café

ASIAN DINING China House GoGo Sushi Krave Teriyaki Lemongrass Bistro Panang 7 Thai Restaurant Sakura Volcano Sushi

CBD/CANNABIS STORE American Shaman CBD Cannabox Cannabis Co. CBD Plus/Lotus Gold Green Hope Rx Green Plus Moore CBD Herb Supply

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CAR DEALERSHIP Bob Howard Hyundai Bob Moore Ford David Stanley Chevrolet Eskridge Honda Express Credit Auto Hudiburg Subaru

CHILDRENS PARTY SPOT Andy Alligator’s Fun Park HeyDay Entertainment* Jump Zone The Station at Central Park Tot Town Childrens Boutique and Play Space CHIROPRACTOR Bodin Chiropractic Living Roots Chiropractic Moore Chiropractic Sparks Chiropratic Thrive Chiropractic

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CREDIT UNION Allegiance Credit Union Communication Federal Credit Union Oklahoma Educators Credit Union Oklahoma Employees Credit Union - Oklahoma's Credit Union Tinker Federal Credit Union Weokie Credit Union

COFFEE SHOP The Boxcar Boba Café ButterSweet Cupcakes & Coffee Shop

DENTAL CARE Dental Depot Dental Expressions Dental Innovations

Dr. Chad Spiva Homesy Family & Cosmetic Dentistry Larry D. Leemaster, DDS Moore Complete Dental OKC Smiles DOGGIE DAYCARE/BOARDING The Hairy Paw Inn Scallywag's Grooming & Boarding Vera's Posh Paws

EYE CARE Eye Care Oklahoma Dr. Lance Ledbetter Dr. Jon Painter, OD Moore Vision Source Total Vision Care FINANCIAL PLANNING Gorton Financial Group Staton Financial - Scott Staton FITNESS/GYM Earlywine Park YMCA Gold's Gym Launch Bungee Fitness OrangeTheory Fitness Shape Fitness The Station at Central Park FLORIST A New Beginning Florist Broadway Florist Capitol Hill Florist Howard Brothers Florist Sunshine & Roses Florist FUNERAL SERVICES John M. Ireland Funeral Home Moore Funeral Home & Cremation Signature Cremation & Funeral Home Vondel Smith Funeral Home

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GROCERY STORE Aldi – Moore Crest Foods Sprouts Winco HAIR SALON Artisty Salon & Spa Beyond Beauty Glamoore Salon Hair by April Hair By Lily Lunatic Fringe Salon Escape Salons by JCS tudio 7 Family Hair Care HEAT & AIR ClimaTech Air Direct Air LLC Elite Air Heating & Air Conditioning Home Comfort Solutions Norman Heating and Air Conditioning Randall’s Temperature Control Specialists Waggoner's Heat & Air HOME BUILDER 1st Oklahoma Homes Landmark Fine Homes Marvin Haworth Homes McAlister Construction Meek Construction R&R Homes Stonewall Homes HOME FURNISHINGS Moore Vintage Charm Once More Décor Reclaimed Warehouse Showplace Market Silverleaf Furniture HOME MAINTENANCE & REMODELING Honey Do Construction R&R Homes and Construction Roller Construction Streets Window & Siding Window World INSURANCE AGENCY Terry Cavner - State Farm Insurance Cobble Insurance Agency Doyle Crow Agency-Health Insurance Evans State Farm Agency Ginny Freeman - Shelter Insurance Kyle Gray - Farmers Insurance Jeff Keller - Farmers Insurance Jessica Max - The Max Insurance Agency Scott Smith - Shelter Insurance Scott Tabares - State Farm Insurance ITALIAN RESTAURANT Johnny Carino's Italian Fontana Oliveto Italian Bistro Spazio Ristorante 16 | MOORE MONTHLY | JANUARY 2021

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Elassal Orthodontist Kelly Klontz Orthodontist Orthodontics Exclusively - S OKC Sky Ortho PHARMACY Chris Express Drug Meds and Moore Moore Rx PHYSICAL THERAPY 360 Therapy Cutting Edge Physical Therapy Norman Regional Moore Physical Therapy Oklahoma Spine & Sports Physical Therapy Physical Therapy Central of Moore Quest Pediatric Therapy RPT Physical Therapy Therapy in Motion PIZZA Eagle One Pizza Hideaway Pizza Jet's NY Slice Marco’s Pizza- Moore Mazzios Pie Five Pizza Co. PLACE TO WATCH THE GAME Buffalo Wild Wings Hollywood Corner Louie’s Bar and Grill Lumpy's Sports Bar Montana Mining Club Okie Tonk Café PLUMBER BL3 Plumbling Brandon’s Plumbing Brian's Homeland Plumbing Direct Air and Plumbing Gordon’s Plumbing REALTOR McGraw Realtors Pasture and Patios Prime Realty RE/MAX Spot on OK Real Estate ROOFING 3 Dimensional Roofing Caliber Roofing Systems First American Roofing McBride Roofing & Construction Statewide Roofing Triple Diamond Construction SANDWICH/SUB City Bites Jersey Mike’s Subs Jimmy John’s McAlister's Deli Potbelly Sandwich Shop Subway SENIOR LIVING Chateau on the Green Featherstone Assisted Living

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BY ROB MORRIS

ADDRESS: 101 NE 1st Street

PHONE: 405-735-1270

Glamoore Offers Full-Service Salon and Shopping in an Intimate Setting

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hen April Spears and Angela Beaird decided to pursue their dream of opening a full-service salon and boutique in Old Town Moore in August 2019, they envisioned something intimate and complete.

boutique experience has helped them navigate the perils of running a small business during a pandemic.

“That desire for an intimate salon space was pre-COVID,” said Spears. “It turned out to be an advantage for us because it’s almost like we were built for COVID. We’re never over 10 people at a time in the salon or boutique. We also do a lot of curbside pickup and online sales, so we’ve been very fortunate that it didn’t hurt as much as it could have.”

“We both grew up in Moore,” said Spears, “And we had this dream of offering a place where our clients could not only get full salon service but could also do some shopping as well.

“The goal is to provide a sort of one-stop shopping place for moms,” said Beaird. “A place that isn’t a big, crowded salon with lots of chairs and people but still has everything they need.”

Glamoore offers complete salon services and a massage therapist in the same space with a boutique filled with unique clothing, accessories, and gift options. Patrons of Glamoore will also find a full line of hair and make-up products.

Spears said, “We think it’s great for our clients to be able to go over and pick up gifts and different things while they’re processing because there are not a lot of those kinds of options available.”

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SALON HOURS: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Tue – Fri Appointment only Mon and Sat Closed on Sun BOUTIQUE HOURS: 10:00 A.M. – 6:00 P.M. Mon – Fri 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Sat Closed on Sun

Spears and Beaird were also deliberate about choosing Old Town Moore as the location for their business.

“I just love this part of town,” said Spears. “It’s easily accessible for our clients and feels like it’s going to continue to be an up-and-coming place in Moore’s future growth.”

It turns out that their vision for an intimate salon and

Glamoore is also committed to supporting “Made in Oklahoma” products and business, so you’ll find some great items to purchase, including bath bombs and air fresheners, that are made in Moore and the surrounding community.

Beaird says, “We’re basically about giving back to the community and making sure everyone has access to the services they want. That’s why we offer several locally-owned and locally-produced products.”

Spears and Beaird are both committed to the highest customer service level and take great pride in being onsite, providing personal service to everyone who walks through their doors.

ENTREPRENEUR’N MOORE

10 Resolutions to Make 2021 a Better Business Year

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his Covid-19 pandemic is a shock for the whole world. Almost all your customers' lives are different than they were a few months ago, and they will probably be different again in six months. They may never be the same. Your short-term cash flow depends on providing them with goods and services during the crisis. Your long-term viability depends on understanding how their needs will be different when the pandemic is over.

1. Figure out how your customers' needs have changed.

The first thing to consider is that people are building new habits right now. There are millions of isolated households whose normal routines have been upended, and just like them, you must experiment if you want to remain a part of their lives.

Some of their new habits will persist after the pandemic, which means you must figure out how to continue to offer services that deliver value during the crisis.

Think hard about how the post-pandemic world will change your business model — and bring your customers into your planning process. Many of your customers will be poorer, but they will also be eager to enjoy themselves after the long seclusion.

Many will still be scared of the risks of contagious diseases. Some of them may have decided that they like ordering online. E-commerce has spiked by nearly 40% in the wake of Covid-19.

Reach out to them to learn how their lives have changed and figure out the most exciting thing that you can offer your customers once they can leave their homes. Ask them what they are looking forward to, and help them look forward to the day that they can buy from you again.

2. Take steps to improve your digital presence If it's been more than a year since your site has been updated if you haven't taken action to make your online presence mobile-friendly. If you still haven't created an email marketing list, or if digital isn't part of your marketing strategy at all, it's time to add this to your new resolutions. You could even take a step further than mobile-friendly and use a mobile-first approach to your digital presence.

3. Promote your business regularly and consistently Since small business owners wear many hats,

you might not always have "marketing" at the top of your to-do list. While you should focus on delivering that amazing small business experience, you should not forget to market that unique experience to the outside world. To attract new customers, you must make promotion a priority. Take the time to create a marketing plan or hire a marketing expert to help you set it up if your funds allow it.

4. Make business strategizing a weekly event Planning is vital if you want to foster a growing business. But running a small business can be chaotic, and it is easy to get sucked into the day-today operations. Business strategizing allows you to take a step back and highlight what worked and what did not while adjusting old goals and setting new ones. So why do it just once a quarter or once a year? Set aside time each week to review your strategies. This will help you stay on track and allow you to have a clear hold on your business.

5. Drop What's Not Working and Move On All products are not going to be super sellers, all sales methods are not going to work for everyone, and all suppliers or contractors will not be ideally suited to your business. If a technique, product, or business relationship is not working for you, stop using it. Do not invest a lot of energy into trying to make the unworkable workable. Move on. Something better will turn up.

6. Learn how to manage your cash flow more effectively Cash flow is the lifeblood of any small business.

In fact, a prominent study from the financial services company U.S. Bank found that 82 percent of startups and small businesses fail due to poor cash-flow management.

7. Set Realistic Goals & Find a Trusted Advisor or Coach Goal setting is a valuable habit—if the goals lead to success rather than distress. Resolve that the goals you set will be achievable, not so far out of reach they only lead to frustration. If you have trouble setting realistic goals, there are ways to map out a formula that makes sense for you. Research & follow the filter for "Smart" goals.

There is a reason why runners often train with a group. It helps to have someone keep you accountable and motivated to hit your goals and get

things done.

The American Society of Training and Development did a study on accountability. They found people are 65% likely to meet a goal after committing to another person. That is a pretty good increase. However, that chance of success increases to 95% when they build ongoing meetings with their partners to check in on their progress.

That is a huge difference!

Bottom line: write down your goals, find a trusted advisor or coach, and then make sure you regularly meet or check-in with them. You will be crossing those items off your list faster than ever!

8. Learn to Delegate and Do More of It There are so many things to do when you are running a small business. It is easy to delude ourselves that we need to do all of them. Then we wonder why we are so tired and frazzled and have no time to do anything else. Let someone else do some of the tasks for a change. Delegation is the key to a healthy work-life balance.

9. Put Time for Yourself on Your Calendar All work and no play are a recipe for mental and physical disaster. So, if you have trouble freeing up time to do the things you enjoy, write time regularly into your schedule to "meet with yourself" and stick to that commitment. If you will not invest in yourself, who will?

10. Give Back to Your Community There are all kinds of worthy organizations that make a difference in your community. Those who give, get. Nothing will seed and grow goodwill for you and your business better than giving back to your community. So, make one of your top resolutions to find a cause that matters to you and give what you can. Make this the year that you serve on a committee, be a mentor, volunteer, or make regular donations to the groups in your community that make the place you live better.

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BY KIM BROWN

CHAMBER SPOTLIGHT: The Beauty of the “15-Minute City”

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ave you heard of the "15-minute City"? The brainchild of Sorbonne professor Carlos Moreno, who envisioned hyperlocal communities where amenities, jobs, government services, shopping, green spaces, and entertainment were just 15-20 minutes away by walking or biking. Now, this is Oklahoma, and we like our trucks/cars. We are used to driving to get where we want to go or what we wish to purchase or do. What if we were to look at our 15-minute walk or bike ride as a giveback. Giving back to the community is a strength builder. It is an opportunity per se to smell the roses – see what's just around the corner.

tion the ample shopping opportunities. You might even take advantage of the walk and walk over to OrangeTheory Fitness or Moore Golf Athletic Club for an additional workout.

Or maybe just walk your neighborhood, share a smile with a neighbor that may have been at home for some time. Enjoy a glance with a neighborhood dog or see a child enjoying the time in the driveway playing basketball.

A "15-minute City" is about conveniences, which solidifies that we are a world of here and now. What if we took a step back and realized Here's a sampling of our choices within a 15-minute walk of the office what we have within close proximity to homes or offices? Just taking at the Chamber: these simple reflections on what is within walking or riding distance from your home or office can truly be a blessing to both you and the • We have top-notch food. business you patronize – the ultimate in giving back supporting those • Excellent business services like real estate, photography, and that support your community. insurance.

• We have our "bake-friender" at Angela's Bakery, master framers at Masters House, and people to make us feel and look pretty like Hair Central.

• We can read a book from the Moore Public Library.

• There is the only free medical clinic within 5 minutes of the office.

• We can bank and shortly we will be enjoying a peaceful park.

• We can hear the giggles from the kids on the playgrounds at Central Elementary.

• We can walk down memory lane at Old School.

• AND we can genuinely enjoy the thousands of cars traveling through our community, stopping to eat, shop and support the services we hold so dear.

Just sit back and imagine what is within 15 minutes of your home or employment here in Moore. Could you be within walking distance to The Yellow Rose Dinner Theater, the only live dinner theater in the Oklahoma City metro? Are you close to The Station at Central Park with all it has to offer? Shoot, you could be lucky enough to walk to Sharky's Scuba or Showplace Market and enjoy what all they have to offer. What if you are fortunate enough to be within dog walking distance to the Dusty Paw and Boomerang Grille, a treat for both you and your four-legged friend.

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LOCATED IN HISTORIC OLD TOWN, SOONER SHOPPING CENTER IS ONE OF MOORE’S MOST SOUGHT AFTER, RECENTLY RENOVATED, AND CONVENIENTLY LOCATED RETAIL AND OFFICE ESTABLISHMENTS. Sooner Shopping Center is located at one of Moore’s busiest interseccons, at NW 5th and Broadway, with convenient access to I-35 north and southbound exits.

It has been recently remodeled with covered walkways, well-lit ample parking, a mulltude of remodeled office suites with in-suite restrooms, and a large common area with ple plenty of seaang. At nearly 45,000 square feet, the shopping center is comprised of several retail establishments and businesses. Come see what everyone is talking about!

For informaaon on lease space available, please contact Kylee at (405)313-8817 or kgrive@ocosports.com.

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Business Building Blocks Commercial Transportation Training/Commerical Driver's License (CDL) training What is the mission of the Commerical Transportation Training area?

Traci Saor, MS, MA

Adult Programs and Industry Coordinator Traci Saor has been a corporate trainer in safety, leadership, and professional and organizational development for over 20 years. She has also been a community college instructor for 11 years. Saor is a certified Re-Entry Employment Specialist and Trainer.

Saor believes CareerTech offers every family in MNTC's district of Norman, Moore, and South Oklahoma City an avenue for growth by providing education, training, personal enrichment, and the opportunity for a better life.

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The primary mission is workforce development to meet employer needs. Our Commercial Transportation Training program offers high-quality commercial driving and CDL training for employees. That includes a CDL Permit Test Prep program and School Bus Driver Training. Both programs are 24-hour courses that will help drivers prepare for the CDL test and certification as an Oklahoma State Department of Education business driver.

How would you like to work together with local businesses?

We would like to work with local businesses needing CDL qualified drivers and create a sustainable pipeline for employers and prospective employees to connect and create internships for on-the-job training. Our courses help reduce turnover and operations costs. Each applicant will spend 1-to-2 hours in MNTC's state-of-the-art driving simulator, undergoing scenario-based assessments to measure safety knowledge, spatial awareness, fuel usages, shifting (manual), and problem-solving.

Why is being CDL qualified such a great option, particularly now?

The demand for CDL qualified drivers is immense right now, all across the country.

CDL impacts every area of our lives in private and public sectors, from school buses to municipal transit, to waste management, to snowplows, to the long haul goods, to transportation logistics. There's hardly an industry that ISN'T impacted.

Are there any upcoming classes/training you would like to highlight taking place?

Coming up on January 26-28, we'll cover a Commercial Learner Test prep class, and in February, a CDL Skills Class will be offered.

Tell us more about MNTC's state-of-theart driving simulator.

It's called the "VS600M Simulation Model."

We use it as a part of the class, allowing students to train for their CDL skills and school bus driver exams. There are various types of vehicle simulations available for in-class training on the VS600M, including semi/tractor-trailer, school bus, dump truck, and waste management trucks. One of the great things about the VS600M is that it provides variables that can be changed to challenge students. Items that can be programmed are the weather, time of day, traffic load, road hazards, animals, and pedestrians.

Why is a CDL license a good career choice right now?

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook, "The economy depends on truck drivers to transport freight and keep supply chains moving. As the demand for goods increases, more truck drivers will be needed. Trucks transport most freight in the United States, so, as households and businesses increase their spending, the trucking industry should grow." The site also states that job prospects are projected to be suitable for heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers who have proper training and a clean driving record. The onetonline.org website lists a CDL driver's median annual wage in Oklahoma at $45,680 with a high school diploma's typical basic-education requirement..

If a person wanted more information on CDL, what is a good phone number/and email that folks can reach out to?

405-801-5705, traci.saor@mntc.edu

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Retail Industry Training What is the mission and focus of the Retail Industry Training area?

The focus on retail industry training began last fall as we started researching the changing marketplace and demographics in our district. Our new director, Dr. Joe Ely, really wanted to focus on small businesses' needs in our area. With the large number of small businesses asking for training in customer service skills, it was smart to blend that type of training for retailers. It turned out to be perfect timing to offer retailers these training opportunities while they had to quickly adjust their customer service efforts during the emerging pandemic. Many small retailers don't have the time or resources to create a customer service training program, so MNTC could step in and relieve them of that worry. It is affordable and relevant to the needs of today's retail industry workers.

How have you worked together with local businesses before?

MNTC is always working with local businesses to provide tools, techniques, and training to advance their workforce skills. It doesn't matter what phase of their business they are in. We keep them moving toward their goal.

What is the mission and focus of the Retail Industry Training area? Why is customer service training so necessary, particularly now?

One of the number one issues we all identify with is quality customer service. As consumers, we expect to receive good customer service, and business owners/managers expect their employees to deliver exceptional service to all customers. It is an essential skill that requires training to develop in many people. Customer service does not come naturally to everyone, and yet we expect top notch service at every interaction with a business. If it is indeed a priority, it should be treated like one. Any skill you feel is vital to your business success should require training to maintain or improve, including customer service. Many businesses had to adjust how they offer and deliver products and services because of restrictions placed during COVID. Employees needed options to receive training to adapt to new ways of serving customers during times of uncertainty.

We were able to adjust along with them to provide training through online and virtual formats.

Why do business owners/managers need training like yours?

During the last year, it became evident that businesses focus on day-to-day operations and those that take time to plan for business growth. Owners and managers who can break away from the day to day to develop their leadership and management skills are setting themselves up for change and building leaders within their own business. They learn the value of their own time and invest in training their employees to execute the day-to-day operations successfully. They

learn to put energy into building their business and empowering their employees to do what they are prepared to do for the business. We work with business owners that are ready to take the next step for themselves and their employees. When they start participating in organizational development training, they make that shift from working "in the business" every day to working "on the business." The best part is that our training is designed to be customized for businesses. They get individualized attention to help our coordinators help them get to where they want to be.

Moore Norman Technology Center is certified to deliver RISE training from the National Retail Foundation; why is training like this necessary for local SOKC and Moore businesses?

Retail supports 1 in 4 jobs in Oklahoma, according to a report from the National Retail Federation. The impact of retail is important to employment, labor income, and GDP in Oklahoma. Retail impacts all of us, and I knew that we needed to address the workforce training to positively impact our district. When I started researching industry certifications for workers employed in the retail industry, I connected with the National Retail Federation Foundation. I immediately learned about the RISE Up curriculum used for workers pursuing certifications. There are several nationally recognized certifications available through this training and operated by national retailers across the country. The exercises are proven to build confidence in retail workers' ability to deliver the skills needed to meet consumers' needs and wants. In fact, 92% agree that a RISE Up credential gives them more career options. As a training partner, we can deliver the same training to local and smaller retailers in our area at an affordable cost compared to developing a training program on your own.

The credentials that retail workers earn demonstrate that they ready to deliver quality customer service in a customer-facing role. Sending employees through this training can save employers valuable time and expenses by working with Moore Norman Technology Center.

Anything else you would like to share?

In addition to customer service credentials, RISE Up has introduced two new pieces of training that can be taken with Moore Norman Technology Center. The training is called COVID-19 Customer Conflict Prevention and COVID 19 Retail Operations.

MNTC also offers customized training for small businesses and retailers interested in developing leaders and maximizing current and new employees' strengths.

Ida Fryhover, M.Ed, CMP Workforce & Economic Development Coordinator, Customer Services & Sales Training

Ida Fryhover is a committed advocate for the value of education and training to develop a skilled workforce. Her 23-year career in CareerTech began as a teacher of marketing, business management, and entrepreneurship. Before transitioning into her current role as a Workforce and Economic Development Coordinator, she made great things happen as the Marketing Outreach Coordinator at Moore Norman Technology Center. Using her business ownership and teaching background, she now provides workforce training opportunities for businesses focused on customer service, retail industry training, and organizational development. Ida is known to engage in collaborative projects that support community relationships designed to get people to work. Currently, she is also an adjunct at Randall University, teaching a course in Public Relations.

Ida is committed to making a positive difference in our community.

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HANNAH SMITH Moore High School alum Hannah (Lynch) Smith says that her decision to join the Air Force came down to a desire to serve others.

adjust being away from my family. Luckily my husband was stationed with me, so that helped significantly. I would say overall, the first year was easier than I would have imagined.”

“I wanted to join the Air Force in order to help people,” said Smith. “I just wanted some sort of career where I could hop in and help, and I wanted to do it now. So, I thought the military was the best way to go.”

Smith serves as a Command and Control Specialist, which is essentially the communication node for whatever installation we are on.

Smith had a few family members who had served in the military. She also talked to a number of friends who had been in the Air Force before settling on that particular branch of the service.

Her training consisted of 8-and-a-half weeks at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio at for basic military training, and then another 6-weeks in Mississippi for technical school to learn the basics of the job.

For Smith, serving in the Air Force has lived up to her expectations and desires.

“My grandpa was in the Army Air Corps and a few cousins serving in other branches as well,” said Smith. “I do have a friend who was on his way to becoming a Marine at the time, and he made the military life sound very exciting and like it was something meaningful. I think that the way he portrayed his journey to me helped me become even more sure of wanting to join.”

The transition from civilian to military life seemed pretty seamless for Smith. She says she did quite a bit of research before enlisting, which made it a lot easier to adapt. But there were still some challenges to face “My first year was awesome, but there were also some challenges,” said Smith. “My first duty station was in Germany, so I got to travel around Europe, but it took some to

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“We help relay information from agency to agency and also up to Wing leadership,” said Smith.

“Serving our country has been the most fulfilling thing I’ve done in life,” said Smith. “I know that the military is the reason that America remains a safe, and free, place. I can’t imagine doing something else and hate to think an end will come to my time in the Air Force.”

Smith says the friendships she has made are a major highlight.

“I have met some of my best friends through the military,” said Smith. “On top of that, you work with so many diverse individuals and get to learn so much about people that you wouldn’t get to learn in some work places.”

Her future plans are to retire out of the Air Force. In the meantime she hopes to continue to travel the world and meet new people, hopefully having a positive impact in the lives of the Airmen she serves with. She also says it’s an honor to know that she has walked in the footsteps of so many others who have served their country.

“The things that I do with my career will, in no way, ever add up to the amount of sacrifice made by others that have served, are serving and will serve in the future,” said Smith. “Veterans will forever be the reason that Americans have, and continue to keep, the liberties that we have. Those liberties make us the greatest nation in the world.”

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS & PERFORMANCES AND COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS • JANUARY 2021 Due to positive tests for the coronavirus across the area and the constant changes still taking place as of our press deadline, please confirm the events and services listed in this calendar are still in place before making your plans to attend or participate. It’s especially important to ensure the safety of your family, loved ones and yourself by practicing safe COVID-19 recommendations.

CHURCH & SPIRITUAL CONNECTION FRESH START COMMUNITY CHURCH FOOD PANTRY open the third Thursday of each month, 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., 309 N Eastern Avenue, West Campus-Family Life Center.

Canned and dry goods available. Must be a resident of Moore (please bring an ID).

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT YELLOW ROSE THEATER Trent Smith and the Rip It Up Band, Friday, January 15 and Saturday, January 30, 7:00 p.m., Yellow Rose Theater, 1005 SW 4th Street. Trent Smith and the Rip It Up Band do a Tribute to Young Elvis. Call 405-7937779 for tickets.

FRED JONES JR. MUSEUM OF ART OK/LA LECTURE SERIES JANUARY 8 AT 3:00 P.M. Join us on Friday January 8th at 3:00pm for a virtual discussion about the work of OK/LA artist Jerry McMillan presented by Katherine Ware.

COFFEE WITH THE COLLECTION JANUARY 22 AT 9:30 A.M. Grab your favorite cup of coffee and start your morning off right with a delightful look at artwork from the Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art. Friday, Jan. 22 at 9:30 am, Byron Price, Interim Director of the Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, will discuss Alfred Stieglitz's photograph The Hand of Man, as well as provide a sneak peek into the museum's upcoming special exhibition, Long Exposure: A Century of Pictorialism.

OK/LA LECTURE SERIES JANUARY 29 AT 3:00 P.M. Join us on Friday January 29th at 3:00pm for a virtual discussion about the work of OK/LA artist Mason Williams presented by Robert Bailey.

Musician and comedy writer Mason Williams attended Northwest Classen High School in Oklahoma City, where he became lifelong friends with artist Ed Ruscha. After majoring in music at Oklahoma City University, Mason relocated to Los Angeles where he joined Ruscha, who had moved to Los Angeles previously.

Robert Bailey is Associate Professor of Art History at the University of Oklahoma with affiliate faculty status in Film and Media Studies.

CITY MEETINGS & EVENTS CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, January 4 at 6:30 p.m.

Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore PARKS BOARD MEETING Tuesday, January 5 at 6:00 p.m.

The Station at Central Park, 700 S. Broadway BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MEETING Tuesday, January 5 at 5:30 p.m Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday, January 12 at 7:00 p.m Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore MOORE URBAN RENEWAL AUTHORITY MEETING Monday, January 11 at 6:30 p.m.

Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore CITY COUNCIL MEETING Tuesday, January 19 at 6:30 p.m Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore MOORE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING Tuesday, January 19 at 6:30 p.m Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore

COMMUNITY CONNECTION ADOPT-A-PET Moore Animal Shelter, S-I35 Service Road. Open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., closed on holidays. For additional information call (405) 793-5190.

BIG TRASH PICK UP Moore residents will be allowed two FREE big trash pick-ups a year and one free voucher to the city landfill for each physical address in Moore. Call (405) 793-5070 to schedule your trash pick-up.

CT CLOTHING CLOSET Last Saturday of each month, 9:00 a.m.

- 12:00 p.m.

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UMC Clothing Closet is a place where those in need can find men’s, women’s and children’s clothing along with shoes and accessories. All sizes are available and are free for community members.

NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH PROGRAM Moore Police Dept. is starting a Neighborhood Watch Program. If you’re interested in helping your neighborhood reduce crime, contact Sgt. Jeremy Lewis, (405) 793-4448.

HEYDAY LIVE TRIVIA NIGHT Thursday nights in January 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

HeyDay Upstairs at Revolutions, 3201 Market Place, Norman. Think you know it all? Prove it at HeyDay trivia night.

Put your knowledge to the test with 1/2 priced domestics and discounted appetizers while you play!

LEARN TO PLAY MAGIC Saturday, January 2, 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m DZ Comics and Gaming, 625 N. Moore Ave. Ever wanted to learn how to play Magic the Gathering? Well join us at Dz Comics and Gaming every Saturday morning for FREE!! We provide free starter decks to anyone who does not have their own Magic Decks.

JOHNNIE’S GIVE BACK NIGHT & VOLUNTEER + FOSTER MEETING Tuesday, January 5, 6:30 p.m.

2305 S. Telephone Road. Eat at ANY metro area Johnnie's Charcoal Broiler on the first Tuesday of each month, mention our rescue when you order, and we'll receive a portion of your ticket as a donation! Win WIN!! Plus our volunteer/foster meeting will be held at the MOORE, OK location beginning at 6:30pm in the reserved room. We eat first then the meeting starts around 7pm. Don't worry if you're running a little late, everyone is always welcome - kids too! We'll be discussing our upcoming events and will award our Volunteer of the Month. We hope to see ya there!

NORMAN REGIONAL CLINICAL RECRUITMENT HIRING EVENT Thursday, January 7, 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

700 S. Telephone Road. Norman Regional Health System is hosting a recruitment event for clinical team members. We call our employees “healers” and are looking for people who match our values and will excel within our culture. Please wear a mask at all times at this event. On-the-spot interviews and offers will be made, so bring a resume.

DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS WITH JIMMY BARNES Every Saturday, 3:00 p.m.

DZ Comics and Gaming, 625 N. Moore Ave. Travel to exotic places, from the Misty Mountains, to Altdorf, from Baldur's Gate, to Barad-dûr. Adventure Awaits!

YOGA BEGINNER SERIES (SPANISH/ENGLISH) Fridays at 7:00 p.m. & Saturdays at 11:00 a.m.

Cornerstone Yoga, 1920 N. Eastern.

6-week series. Are you tired of sitting on the couch? In front of the computer?

Do you want to learn Yoga in a safe environment? You'll have 2 opportunities a week. Fridays at 7pm and Saturdays at 11am. You can learn IN Studio or Online.

Learn the basic principles and the basic fundamental poses to get you started in a Yoga practice just for you! All CDC guidelines practiced. Sign up soon. In studio space is limited. Cost is $75. Call 405-735-7133 for details.

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SENIOR CONNECTION P.A.L.S. PROGRAM FOR SENIORS Seniors are assigned to a buddy who will call every day to check on you. Sign up with Sgt. Lewis, Moore Police Dept., (405) 793-4448.

PROJECT RETURN HOME FOR ALZHEIMER’S PATIENTS IN MOORE For information about enrolling a loved one, contact Virginia Guild at (405) 793-4478 or Sgt. Jeremy Lewis at (405) 793-4448.

TRANSPORTATION: • Metro Transit will provide van service for age 60 and older on Tuesdays and Thursdays from the Moore area to Oklahoma City for medical appointments. Call Jackie at (405) 297-2583.

• Moore Council on Aging. Seniors may have transportation anywhere in the city of Moore for errands or appointments. 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Call (405) 799-3130 at least one day in advance.

• “Share-A-Fare” for age 60 and over or disabled. Purchase taxi fare at 40% off.

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BY RICHIE SPLITT, PRESIDENT & CEO NORMAN REGIONAL HEALTH SYSTEM

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Frontline Healthcare Workers Celebrate COVID Vaccine Arrival Norman Regional looks forward to immunizing other community members when Phases 2, 3 and 4 begin.

First in line to get the vaccine included JoAnn Dean, registered nurse. Dean had just finished working a shift in Norman Regional’s COVID unit the previous day. She said she was excited to get the vaccine.

Also immunized was Keandra Hearne, a respiratory therapist who works in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at Norman Regional Hospital. She said the pandemic has been difficult and has had her in tears weekly since March.

“My patients keep me coming back to work every day,” she said. “They don’t realize what a miracle they are.”

For Hearne, the vaccine represents hope for the future.

“We can’t continue on this way, losing people daily, people struggling with lost jobs, I hope this vaccine will help,” she said.

Robin Mantooth, MD, receives her COVID-19 vaccination.

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istory is being made across the country and here at Norman Regional with the arrival of the COVID-19 vaccine. This vaccine offers hope for our healers, our patients and their families, people at high risk and quite frankly every person on this planet. This vaccine shows how science, medicine, and people can work together to achieve results quickly.

Norman Regional Health System began immunizing frontline healthcare workers in December 2020 and as of the publish date of this magazine had administered more than 970 vaccine doses to healthcare workers.

Those in Phase 1 of the vaccination distribution who also work at Norman Regional Health System are healthcare workers providing direct inpatient COVID care, public health staff conducting frontline COVID pandemic mitigation and Oklahoma State Licensed emergency medical technicians and paramedics.

Norman Regional also owns and operates EMSSTAT, the ambulance provider for the cities of Moore and Norman. Among those to be vaccinated today was Teagan Hawkins, EMSSTAT paramedic. Hawkins was going to be married this year, but postponed the wedding because of COVID. Another way his family was shaped by COVID this year was that his grandmother was diagnosed with cancer at the start of the pandemic and she has been isolating ever since.

“I’ve only been able to see my grandmother through a window,” he said. “I’m excited to see her in person soon.”

Hawkins also mentioned as a paramedic, he’s seen people both with COVID and also those who are afraid to seek medical care and often wait until a health problem is dire.

“It’s hard to see people in that situation,” he said.

“This vaccine will do a lot of good for people.”

Emergency Medicine physician Robin Mantooth, MD, echoed Hawkins’ statements. She returned to the hospital after working an 18-hour shift to receive the vaccine.

“I’m glad to have it and glad it’s here. This is a great step forward,” Mantooth said.

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Vitamin D and COVID-19 Most individuals do not even realize they are deficient in Vitamin D as the symptoms are very subtle but may include: getting sick often, fatigue, bone and muscle pain, or hair loss. One study that reviewed the effects of Vitamin D on prevention of respiratory tract infections found that “vitamin D supplementation decreases the events related to respiratory tract infections.”4 According to the National Institute of Health’s Library of Medicine, several studies have started to test the effect of supplementing vitamin D in different dosages (up to 200,000 IU) on the course of the COVID-19 disease. The exact amount of vitamin D supplementation necessary to ensure beneficial effects is unclear because doses provided to study participants varied considerably between studies.

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The Effects of Vitamin D on Respiratory Infections such as COVID-19 Respiratory infections are a cause of morbidity and mortality, and in the winter months, rates of respiratory infections tend to rise. Coronavirus, or COVID-19, is a virus that primarily affects the respiratory system, causing shortness of breath, cough, fever, and fatigue. To stifle the spread of coronavirus and other harmful respiratory infections, it is crucial to follow recommendations set forth by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, such as social distancing, hand washing, and Resources wearing a mask. However, in addition to these actions, several studies 1. Cannell JJ, Vieth R, Umhau JC, et al. Epidemic influenindicate that Vitamin D may have a significant role in the prevention za and vitamin D. Epidemiol Infect2006;356:1129-40. doi:10.1017/ and treatment of respiratory tract infections, including COVID-19.

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2. Jolliffe DA, Griffiths CJ, Martineau AR. Vitamin D in the prevenFor many years, the general public has used vitamin C to prevent and tion of acute respiratory infection: systematic review of clinical studies. J treat respiratory infections such as the common cold; however, some Steroid Biochem Mol Biol2013;356:321-9. doi:10.1016/j.jsbmb.2012.11.017 argue that there is a lack of convincing evidence to support the role of pmid:23220552. vitamin C in respiratory health. On the other hand, there seems to be a 3. Forrest KY, Stuhldreher WL. Prevalence and correlates of vitamin relativity large body of compelling evidence that Vitamin D can be pro- D deficiency in US adults. Nutr Res. 2011 Jan;31(1):48-54. doi: 10.1016/j. tective against the effects of respiratory infections, especially for those nutres.2010.12.001. PMID: 21310306. individuals suffering from vitamin D deficiency. It appears as though Vi4. Charan J, Goyal JP, Saxena D, Yadav P. Vitamin D for preventamin D has a large role in the body’s immune response. Studies show tion of respiratory tract infections: A systematic review and meta-anala correlation between low blood levels of vitamin D and increased sus- ysis. J Pharmacol Pharmacother. 2012;3(4):300-303. doi:10.4103/0976ceptibility to respiratory infections.1,2 According to the National Health 500X.103685 and Nutrition Examination Survey, the overall prevalence of Vitamin D deficiency in the United States population was a staggering 41.6%.3 This percentage was even higher in Hispanics and African Americans.3 32 | MOORE MONTHLY | JANUARY 2021

CHILDREN'S BOOK REVIEW

I Dissent: Ruth Bader Ginsburg Makes Her Mark Author: Debbie Levy | Illustrator: Elizabeth Baddeley | Publisher: Simon and Schuster Reviewer: Tania Lebron, Children’s Library Associate, Southwest OKC Public Library

Have you ever disagreed with someone or something? Well, Ruth Bader Ginsburg did. She challenged things and stood up for what was right throughout her life.

Written by award winning author Debbie Levy, this picture book biography, “I Dissent: Ruth Bader Ginsburg Makes Her Mark” is a must read.

Children as young as 4 will enjoy illustrations that are bold, colorful and eye catching. Its message is clear, disagreeing is not always a negative thing.

Growing up the daughter of a Jewish immigrant in New York in the 1940’s, Ruth faced many challenges and prejudices. She was judged for what she was and not who she was. She never forgot the way that made her feel and vowed to help others so they would not have to feel the same way. She worked hard to become a lawyer and then a judge on the Supreme Court. That gave her the position and the power to make a difference. Sadly, Ruth Bader Ginsburg passed away in 2020. What can we learn from her life, and what do you have the power in you to change?

“I Dissent: Ruth Bader Ginsburg Makes Her Mark” is geared toward children grades 1-5 with an Accelerated Reader level of 4.4 and is worth .5 AR points. You may find “I Dissent: Ruth Bader Ginsburg Makes Her Mark” and more children’s biography titles in the children’s department of your local library.

Please feel free to visit the Children’s Desk or call us at 405-9792200 with any questions. For other library events and information visit www.pioneerlibrarysystem.org.

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LIBRARY SCHEDULES

PIONEER LIBRARY SYSTEM JANUARY CALENDAR Library Closed Friday, Jan. 1 for New Year’s Day holiday Design Squad 4 p.m. Tuesdays in January This four-week series gives students in third through sixth grades a way to explore engineering through fun-packed, hands-on activities they can create at home. The program is conducted via Zoom and advance registration with a valid email address is required.

Create Your Resume with Google Docs 2 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 14 This virtual workshop focuses on using Google Docs to put together a resume that will attract hiring managers’ attention. This presentation will be made by a Google Professional Trainer. Advance registration is required to obtain the link to the program.

Virtual Job Fair 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 28 Job seekers can meet with local employers in a virtual setting

and try to take their career in a more positive direction. Signups to participate will take place in advance.

Story Time 10 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays Join children’s librarians from around the Pioneer Library System for stories, songs and fun on the library’s Facebook page, www. facebook.com/pioneerlibrarysystem.

Bedtime Story Time 7 p.m. Tuesdays It’s an evening version of the twice-weekly Story Times presented

by PLS children’s librarians.

Minecraft Online 4 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays Using a private server donated by Nitrado, Minecraft fans can join in games hosted by the library three times a week. Register in advance with an email address.

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BOOMTOWN BY ANDY SHERRER

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First, I encourage you to be thorough when establishFinding the right banker that is focused on offering trusted advisor relationships. Take time to discuss ing personalized value for you and your business your expectations and what they are willing to offer for should be a goal. As a local banker, one of my you and your business. Too often, business leaders first questions for a prospective business customonly think of accountants during tax time, lawyers when er is the name of their banker. A vast majority of they have a pending legal matter, or bankers when they the time the responses I receive are a bank name need to obtain capital. True relationships are forged by or a smile and response that they need to find regular connections and personalized planning to help someone they can call. Far too often, bankers when the inevitable financial, legal, or other needs arise. are viewed as only resources for getting loans Second, take time to discuss your communication pref- or helping on bank accounts. When a banker is erences and express a desire to have both a work and chosen as a trusted advisor, businesses have a cell phone number from your chosen trusted advisors. I much greater chance of thriving. Bankers can encourage you to let your potential advisors know that offer help on cash flow management, business you would like the opportunity to call, or text, when a expansion, and collection activities. big concern arises. It is imperative that a trusted advisor be available to you during good times and during emerAs we begin to close out 2020, I encourage gencies. every business owner to take a step back and focus on further developing relationships So, what do a lawyer, accountant, and a banker poten- with a trusted lawyer, trusted accountant, and tially offer your business beyond the basic legal and fi- trusted banker for 2021. You never know nancial advice? The right trusted advisor can offer a lot what you will learn, but I guarantee the trustof value outside of their primary function for you and ed relationships will make a difference for your business. you and your business. wning and running a business can be daunting – especially during the uncertain times found in 2020. As Market President for First United Bank in Moore and Norman, I understand and experience many of the challenges you face. Without trusted advisors, you may feel like you are on an island.

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THE STATION SCHEDULE • JANUARY 2020 ACTIVITIES & CLASSES

DUE TO POSITIVE TESTS FOR THE CORONAVIRUS IN CLEVELAND COUNTY THIS SCHEDULE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY POINT IN TIME. Please check with www.cityofmoore.com or call (405) 7935090 for the latest information.

This is a partial list of schedules, activities, and classes available through the Moore Parks & Recreation department. You can find something of interest for everyone by visiting The Station website at: centralpark.cityofmoore.com/activities-programs or by calling The Station front desk at (405) 793-5090.

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FIT AS A FIDDLE

When: January 5th – May 25th Tuesday Mornings Time: 11:00 A.M -12:00 P.M. Ages: 3 – 4 Years Fee: $25 per Month / *5 Station Passholders per session

(No Charge) or Day Pass for The Station Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Registration: By the first Tuesday of each month, 20 maximum Description: Toddlers will enjoy getting their exercise by running, jumping, tumbling on mats and dancing to favorite energetic songs.

CREATIVE ARTS ‘LIL KIDS CRAFTS

When: January 7th – May 27th Thursday mornings Time: 11:00am – 12:00 pm Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Ages: 3 – 4 Years Fee: $25 per month / *5 Station Passholders per session

(No Charge) or Day Pass for The Station Registration: By the first Thursday of each month, 20 maximum Description: In this class kids will create, mold and build different things using clay as your base.

PERFORMING ARTS TODDLER DANCE CLASS

When: January 6th -January 27th Wednesday Nights (4 Classes)

February 3rd - February 24th Wednesday Nights (4 Classes) Time: 5:30 P.M -6:15 P.M. Ages: 3 – 5 Years Fee: $25 per Session / *3 Station Passholders per session

(No Charge) or Day Pass for The Station Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Registration: Through January 5th for January Classes

Through February 2nd for February Classes Description: Toddlers will learn the basics of dance while having fun and making new friends in the process. All classes will get practice sessions for a recital included in the cost. Recitals will be the end of February.

COMBO DANCE CLASS

When: January 6th - January 27th Wednesday Nights (4 Classes)

February 3rd - February 24th Wednesday Nights (4 Classes) Time: 6:30 P.M -7:15 P.M. Ages: 4-6 Years Fee: $25 per Session / *3 Station Passholders per session

(No Charge) or Day Pass for The Station Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Registration: Through January 5th for January Classes

Through February 2nd for February Classes Description: This class combines Ballet, Tap and Jazz throughout the session so the student can get an even mix of the 3 styles of dance.

High energy and fun. All classes will then get practice sessions included in the cost for a recital to be held at the end of February.

HIP HOP/JAZZ DANCE CLASS

When: January 7th- January 28th Thursday Nights (4 Classes)

February 4th - February 25th Thursday Nights (4 Classes)

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Time: Ages: Fee:

Where: Registration:

6:30 P.M -7:15 P.M. 4-6 Years $25 per Session / *3 Station Passholders per session (No Charge) or Day Pass for The Station The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Through January 6th for January Classes

Through February 3rd for February Classes Description: This class uses popular and current music the kids will know and recognize to learn dances and choreography with different elements. Age appropriate music that is energetic and appropriate. All classes will then get practice sessions included in the cost for a recital.

Recitals will be the end of February.

BABY BALLET

When: January 7th - January 28th Thursday Nights (4 Classes)

February 4th - February 25th Thursday Nights (4 Classes) Time: 5:30 P.M -6:15 P.M. Ages: 18 months - 3 Years Fee: $25 per session / *3 Station Passholders per session

(No Charge) or Day Pass for The Station Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Registration: Through January 6th for January Classes

Through February 3rd for February Classes Description: Without mom and dad, the child gets to learn the basics of Ballet through music, movement, and balance. Fun, positive, and appropriate for the little ones. All classes will get practice sessions included in the cost for a recital. Recitals will be at the end of February at a date to be determined.

ALL ABOARD KIDS CLUB

When: Through December 31st, 2021 (except holidays) Time: Monday – Friday 4:00pm – 8:00pm

Saturdays – 9:00am – 3:00pm Where: The Station Recreation Center Ages: 7-12 Fee: Free for Station Passholders & The Station Day Pass Holders Instructor: The Station Staff Description: Designed especially for kids 7-12 years of age.

Depending on the day the kids can, play various sports and games in the gym ranging from basketball, soccer, dodgeball and this is just to name a few. There will also be days and times where the youngsters can expand their mind by participating in arts and crafts as well having fun playing board games. The only requirements are that you are either a passholder or a day passholder and that children are between the ages of 7 and 12. We hope to see your kiddos come out and enjoy the fun. The Station really is a place for everyone!

YOUTH FITNESS

YOUTH SPORTS AND FITNESS

When: January 5th – May 25th Tuesday afternoons Time: 1:30pm - 3:00pm Ages: 6 – 12 Years Fee: $25/month Where: The Station Recreation Center Gymnasium Registration: By the first Tuesday of each month, 30 maximum Description: All types of sports will be learned and played to increase health and wellness in youth. A fitness regime will be developed for youth of this age to better develop muscles and cardio fitness. This class is perfect for home school health and fitness classes.

CREATIVE ARTS YOUTH ART

When:

January 4th – May 31st Monday afternoons Time: 1:30pm - 3:00pm Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Ages: 6 – 12 Yrs. Old Fee: $25/month Registration: Check with Front Desk for registration.

Description: In this class kids learn how to draw, paint, sculpt and build different things using all types of artistic media. Perfect for home school art classes.

PERFORMING ARTS COMBO DANCE CLASS

When: January 6th - January 27th Wednesday Nights (4 Classes)

February 3rd - February 24th Wednesday Nights (4 Classes) Time: 6:30 P.M -7:15 P.M. Ages: 7-8 Years Fee: $25 per Session / *3 Station Passholders per session

(No Charge) or Day Pass for The Station Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Registration: Through January 5th for January Classes

Through February 2nd for February Classes Description: This class combines Ballet, Tap and Jazz throughout the session so the student can get an even mix of the 3 styles of dance.

High energy and fun. All classes will then get practice sessions included in the cost for a recital to be held at the end of February.

HIP HOP/JAZZ DANCE CLASS

When: January 7th- January 28th Thursday Nights (4 Classes)

February 4th - February 25th Thursday Nights (4 Classes) Time: 6:30 P.M -7:15 P.M. Ages: 7-8 Years Fee: $25 per Session / *3 Station Passholders per session

(No Charge) or Day Pass for The Station Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Registration: Through January 6th for January Classes

Through February 3rd for February Classes Description: This uses popular and current music the kids will know and recognize to learn dances and choreography with different elements. Age appropriate music that is energetic and appropriate. All classes will then get practice sessions included in the cost for a recital.

Recitals will be the end of February.

ADULT FITNESS

PICKLEBALL BEGINNER CLASS

When: Wednesdays, Jan. 13, 28, or 27 Time: 12:30 – 2:30 P.M. Ages: 18+ Fee: Free Where: Moore Community Center Gym Registration: on site Description: Play this nationally trending sport weekly. Scoring and rules will be covered.

OPEN CORNHOLE

When: January 4th - February 22nd Every Monday (8 Classes) Time: 5:15pm- 6:15pm for January Classes Ages: 18+ Fee: Free to Station Passholders or Day Pass for the The Station Where: The Station Recreation Center Gymnasium

JANUARY 2020 • THE STATION SCHEDULE Registration: Through January 3rd for Jan/Feb Classes Description: Enjoy family fun while learning one of the easiest games in the gym. League will be set up in the spring.

CREATIVE ARTS

ADULT DRAWING CLASS

When: January 12th-February 2nd

Tuesday Nights (4 Classes) Time: 6:30pm - 8:15pm for January Classes Ages: 15+ Fee: $20 per Session / *3 Station

Passholders per session

(No Charge) or The Station Day Pass Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Registration: Through January 11th for January Classes Description: Use various drawing media including charcoal, pencil, and ink. Subjects will include still life, landscape, perspective, and portraits. All supplies included. Class taught by certified art instructor.

SPECIAL INTEREST SPANISH 4 ADULTS

When: January 4th - February 22nd Every

Monday (8 Classes) Time: 6:15pm - 7:15pm Ages: 15+ Fee: Free to Station Passholders or The Station Day Pass Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Registration: Through January 3rd for January Classes Description: Learn Spanish for beginners.

Adult classes will teach the basics of understanding and being able to use basic Spanish in the real world.

CONTINUATION SPANISH 4 ADULTS

When: January 7th - February 25th Every

Thursday (8 Classes) Time: 6:30pm - 7:30pm Ages: 15+ Fee: Free to Station Passholders or The Station Day Pass Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Registration: Through January 3rd for January Classes Description: For anyone who has completed Spanish 4 Adults at the Station or is interested in refreshing their Spanish. This class is not for beginners but is for those who are past the beginner step but are not quite at the intermediate level. This class will continue to teach the basics of understanding and being able to use basic Spanish in the real world. This class will also use more conversation and further enhance your Spanish vocabulary.

Team Maximum:

16

ADULT WOMEN’S SPRING BASKETBALL LEAGUE

When: Coaches Meeting – TBA

Games – Thursday nights

starting March 4th Time: 6:00 P.M. – 10:00 P.M. –

League runs 7 weeks + Tournament Ages: 15 Years and Older Fee: $450 per team Where: The Station Recreation Center Registration: Sign-ups January 1st – February

21st – Coach Registers Team Team Minimum: 4 Team Maximum: 8

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Games – Tuesday nights starting March 2nd Time: 6:00 P.M. – 10:00 P.M. –

League runs 7 weeks + Tournament Ages: Men & women 18 Years and Older Fee: $275 per team Where: The Station Recreation Center Registration: Sign-ups January 2nd –

February 21st – Coach Registers Team Team Minimum: 4 Team Maximum: 16 Must have two women playing at all times.

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Fee: Free to Station Passholders or The Station Day Pass Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Instructor: The Station Staff Description: Family v. Family! Is your family good at Trivia, or how about Connect 4, Hearts or Backgammon? Tournaments will be set up for the fun and festivities on these great family night gatherings!

ADULT MEN’S SPRING BASKETBALL LEAGUE When:

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BY ROB MORRIS

Moore/Norman Kids Prepare for Global Expansion with New Tech Product Wrist World is part of an entrepreneurial education program through Loveworks Leadership, Inc. in collaboration with Trifecta Communications.

Sales from the product are reinvested in the program, allowing the team to create new products and grow additional kid-startups.

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hat began as a “What if we launched a tech company?” project by a group of Moore and Norman middle and high school students has turned into the world-wide launch of an innovative augment-reality product that features an adored global icon with millions of followers.

Hatsune Miku, a Japanese “vocal synthesizer,” debuted in December on holographic wristbands thanks to an entrepreneurial team of kids behind the Wrist World augmented reality (AR) product.

Wrist World is a series of augmented reality slap bracelets that encompass a holographic game experience when scanned with the Wrist World Mobile App. The new Hatsune Miku band will allow players to watch Miku perform new songs and dances, right on their wrist, in addition to unlocking new Miku missions on the original bands.

The partnership with OnCue provides a vital brick and mortar outlet for the new product.

The Wrist World AR slap-bands launched in late 2019 with robust sales. But after a trip to the New York International Toy Fair in February, the kid-team secured a license to develop AR bands for the Hatsune Miku character, expanding the product line.

“Hatsune Miku is well known for performing holographic concerts, having appeared with Lady Gaga and headlining performances from Barcelona to Los Angeles,” said Harrison Gillman, Wrist World team member.

“Creating a similar holographic experience on your wrist is a no brainer.”

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Wrist World partnered with Oklahoma-based OnCue early on to distribute the innovative AR game. According to Katie Sparks, Wrist World team member, “We are immensely grateful for OnCue’s collaboration with us. They took a chance on our product last year and we’re so happy to be partnering with them again for the new Hatsune Miku bands. It’s great to see Oklahoma companies supporting each other.”

Talking to one of Miku’s most well-known “social influencers” gives a sense of just how powerful the combination of AR and Hatsune Miku could be.

“MamaMeeks” has tens of thousands of followers on Instagram and Twitter. They’re drawn to her massive collection of Miku memorabilia and her ability to transform into a real-world version of the synthesized character.

OnCue stores will each offer two exclusive “collector” Miku box sets, signed by the Wrist World team and packaged with a figurine from the game.

The collector boxes will be first come, first served.

More product information is available at www. wrist.world.

“What’s so great about Miku is that while she’s not a real person, so many different people around the world are able to use the software voicebank created for her to create their own songs,” said MamaMeeks.

MamaMeeks says that creating an AR game with Miku as a playable character is groundbreaking, even in a world where Miku has generated countless products for her fans.

“This is something that I’ve never seen before,” said MamaMeeks. “Miku is technology-based, so it makes sense. But it’s still so surreal to think about being able to play a game as her character.”

Even more impressive to MamaMeeks is that the Wrist World concept originated with a group of middle school students in Oklahoma.

“When I heard that it was a group of middle school kids who were responsible it just blew my mind,” said MamaMeeks. “It’s so cool to see a group of young kids team up with Crypton (the company behind Miku) to create something so new and fresh. I think it will inspire a lot of kids to create and explore.”

Social media influencer "MamaMeeks" cosplays as the character Hatsune Miku.

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SPORTS BY ROB MORRIS

Gettin’ His Kicks in Hog Country SOUTHMOORE GRAD HEADED FOR UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS

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outhmoore's Cameron Little fell in love with kicking the ball at the age of five. At that time, the ball was round and chased up and down the field by soccer players. Little says he inherited a love for soccer from his dad and older brother, both of whom played the game. But destiny would step in during his freshman year of high school, changing the ball's shape to the American version of "futbol."

"I had seen kickers in college and the NFL," said Little, "And it seemed pretty similar to kicking a soccer ball. Then Coach Jeremy Stark invited me out to football practice, and I thought, 'I'll give it a shot.' It turned out a lot better than I expected."

Better than expected is an understatement. Little's dedication and hard work have resulted in an elite status as a kicker and a ranking as one of the country's best high school kickers. Little signed with the University of Arkansas last month and plans on enrolling in classes this month. He says his junior year was really the turning point in becoming a top-level kicker.

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"After my junior year, some of the Division I schools started recruiting me," said Little. "I heard from Arkansas, OSU, Michigan State, and some others. That's when I began to think I really had a shot at this."

Little inherited a strong work ethic from his day, and with some guidance from former college and NFL kickers Scott Blanton and Jaden Oberkrom, he worked to take his game to the next stage.

"I just wanted to be able to play at the highest level possible," said Little. "I had a lot of confidence in my work ethic and really believed that I could get myself to the point where I could play at the DI level and even the NFL." When it came time to settle on a college, Little considered several options but says he fell in love with Arkansas early on. His top two choices were Colorado and Arkansas.

"I visited Colorado and was really impressed with the campus and facilities," said Little. "But there was just something I felt when I stepped on campus at Arkansas that's hard to describe. After I met with the coaching staff and got a better feel for the program, it just felt like home to me more than any other school I visited."

In fact, so much like home, that Little decided to graduate early and head to Fayetteville to get an early start on college life. Some of that has to do with his passion for hard work and improvement. But Little says it goes beyond conditioning and getting stronger for the step up to big-time college football.

"I just want to get a feel for what the college experience is all about," said Little. "I had the credits to do it, and so I sat down and talked through it with my parents, then made the decision to go."

As he enters this next chapter in his credits his faith clear sense of purdation. He credhis Young Life for being an

of the stuff that can happen in college," said Little. "I've gotten a lot of understanding about faith in Christ from my family, but also from 'Smudd.' He's a good example of the kind of person I want to be, maybe even to become a Young Life leader myself in college."

At Arkansas, he plans on majoring in business and working toward a place as a kicker in the NFL. But as he counts down the final weeks before heading off to college early, Little gives a lot of credit to his family for helping him establish a deep sense of confidence in who he is and who he wants to become.

"They've had such a huge impact on me," said Little. "My dad, my mom, and my brother have always led me in the right direction and helped me

" I'LL ALWAYS BE GRATEFUL TO BE A SABERCAT." life, Little also for giving him a pose and founits his family and leader, Steven Mudd, essential part of his growth in this area.

"I think it's important for me to keep my head on straight and not get distracted by some

keep my focus in life and in my faith."

Little says he'll always treasure his friends, coaches, and teachers at Southmoore as well.

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