$45k raised
The 78th annual Charity Ball hosted by the Bachelors Club of Oklahoma City raised $45,000 for the local nonprofit Cleats for Kids and presented 19 debutantes according to a longstanding tradition.
With the $45,000 donation, the Bachelors Club has raised more than $1,165,000 for the Oklahoma City community since the club started hosting the ball in 1945. It has been held annually since then, with the exception of 2020.
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Austin Pendarvis, Henry Gauither, Jack Duncan, Evan Condon, Luke Chansolne, Joseph Kharroz, Cate Tollison, Julia Reynolds, Helen McDonald, Kylie Wood and Hadley Allen during the 78th Annual Bachelors Club Ball at the Oklahoma City Golf and Country Club. Nineteen young ladies were presented during the event. For more photos, see Page 12.
Bachelors Club President Luke Chansolme, son of Jennifer and David Chansolme, selected Cleats for Kids as this year’s recipient. Before the ball, the 2024 Bachelors Club escorts and debutantes toured the organization’s headquarters to learn more about its mission to change lives by providing free sports shoes and safe equipment to kids in need. So far, Cleats for Kids –
C4K – has equipped more than 275,000 Oklahoma kids so they can play.
Chansolme said the tour helped reinforce for the group what impact the Bachelors Club donation can have on an organization and that it is impor-
tant to be involved in nonprofit work beyond high school and college. Growing up, Chansolme served on teen boards in middle and high school that interacted with C4K, See BALL, Page 12
By Eric Oesch Staff Writer
The $8.9 million Village Civic Area Project is nominated for the Outstanding Public Initiative in the 11th Annual Impact Awards presented by Urban Land Institute Oklahoma.
Past award recipients include the Oklahoma City Streetcar system, Scissortail Park and the Oklahoma City Convention Center. ULI Oklahoma’s Impact Awards
are based on the ULI Awards for Excellence, the most highly respected international program of land use awards. As with the ULI Awards for Excellence, ULI Oklahoma recognizes projects that exemplify the best practices in the responsible use of land and in creating and sustaining a thriving community.
“The Civic Area is a new and dynamic public gathering space that serves as a ‘core’ for this once suburban city lacking a main street or downtown,” said Michelle McBeath
This is Zeus. His family is Jim and Renee Stanley.
He is a bengal cat and is 2-yearsold. He is very affectionate and likes to talk to us every morning whether we are interested in what he has to say or not.
Email Pet of the Week submissions to rose@okcfriday.com.
Lubbers, executive director of ULI Oklahoma. “Their initiative exemplifies outstanding leadership in creating and sustaining a thriving community.
“The Village Civic Area is an ambitious project built through decades of planning efforts,” she said. “Their nomination reflects its achievement of high standards in impactful urban development, with a strong focus on connectivity and thoughtful design.”
See CIVIC, Page 11
$1.87 million Village street projects are set to begin this month
By Eric Oesch Staff Writer
The Village City Council has awarded Rudy Construction a $1.87 million bid for street construction improvements that affect all quadrants of the city. City officials expect roadwork to begin this month.
Budget funds were appropriated from the 2022 and 2024 Series General Obligation Bonds for street improvements approved by voters. Rudy Construction submitted the lowest and responsible bid for $1.212 million base bid with a $653,440 alternate bid for a total of $1.87 million.
The city received a total of four bids for the street project. Other bidders included Atlas Paving Co. at $1.99 million; Ellsworth Construction at $2.080 million; and Silver Star Construction at $2.369 million.
City Manager Dave Slezickey said the contract with Rudy Construction provides for 240 days, but he expects the project to be completed in about three months.
“Cowan Engineering is working with Rudy Construction to get the contract documents prepared and Rudy is working on their material availability,” said Slezickey. “Once the contract is signed and Rudy has materials ready, we will issue a Notice to Proceed for them to officially start the project.
See VILLAGE, Page 11
To keep 911 phone lines clear for people experiencing life-threatening emergencies, the City of Oklahoma City asks residents not to call 911 to report illegal fireworks on New Year's Eve.
“Complaints about fireworks overload 911 phone lines and can keep people experiencing an emergency from quickly connecting with a dispatcher,” Fire Chief Richard Kelley said. Residents who know the address of the people launching fireworks can report the violation in the following ways:
• Call: Fireworks Hotline:
(405) 297-2222 between 6 p.m.2 a.m. on Dec. 31. An address is required to report a violation.
• Email: action.center@ okc.gov.
• Text: (405) 252-1053. The city will follow up on complaints. Residents should call 911 if someone is injured by a firework or if fireworks cause a fire.
It’s illegal to buy, sell or use fireworks in the City of Oklahoma City. Sparklers, snakes, bottle rockets and all
See OKC, Page 3
“Having a purpose gives meaning and is the key to a quality life at any age,” says Michael Houston, PhD. Associate Professor at Southern Nazarene University.
On Jan. 8 at 10 a.m. Professor Houston is to lead the first of the monthly Positive Aging sessions. The series is free to the community and sponsored by VillagesOKC.
VOKC holds the 90-minute learning sessions in the Business Conference Center at MetroTechnology Center’s Springlake campus at 1900 Springlake Drive. The monthly series covers topics on health, wealth and relationships all designed to raise the quality of life for mature adults.
Dr. Houston’s research shows that having a purpose leads to better mental and physical health and gives increased resilience in the face of challenges.
“Dr. Houston’s presentation will focus on finding purpose because people with purpose tend to live longer, experience less stress and have a more positive outlook on life,” said Gaylene Stiles, education director at VillagesOKC.
According to Johns Hopkins University people who chose a positive outlook were more likely to live with fewer health problems and one-third less likely to have a heart attack, even when their family history had high risk.
Stiles concluded that, “If it is true that ‘birds of a feather flock together,’ then attending the VillagesOKC sponsored monthly Positive Aging could be the way to extend quantity and quality of life. “
The genesis of the year-long Positive Aging Series is to offer the adult community opportunities to hear from local professionals and learn action steps to stay vibrant and in control in this stage of life. Each month attendees also can meet education partners who provide valuable information.
The monthly events also offer free hearing and vision screenings, as well as limited transportation. Please call for details.
The event is FREE with online registration available at VillagesOKC.org or by calling (405) 990-6637.
VillagesOKC is a nonprofit network of adults who are committed to aging with vitality and purpose.
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Nichols Hills neighbors and friends, Mary and Jerry Durbin and Danny and Kim Coughlin take OKC FRIDAY along as they cruise and make port at five of the Tahitian Islands, including Papeete, Huahine, Motu Mahana, Bora Bora and Moorea via PaulGauguin cruises. The couples participated in many on-ship activities and off-ship excursions. After the cruise OKC FRIDAY got a few days rest in Bora Bora in its over water hut (pictured here). Be sure to pack your newspaper when you travel. Email photos to rose@okcfriday.com.
Health hosted a grand opening ceremony for a new 50-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital in Oklahoma City.
The new facility, named SSM Health Rehabilitation Hospital - Oklahoma City, is part of a joint venture partnership with Select Medical Corporation.
SSM Health Rehabilitation HospitalOklahoma City is located at 700 NW 7 St., just south of SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital. The new facility provides advanced treatment options for patients recovering from a range of medical issues, including stroke, brain or spinal cord injuries, amputation, orthopedic trauma, neurological disease and medically complex conditions.
Services offered at SSM Health Rehabilitation Hospital - Oklahoma City include: Therapy and rehabilitation, rehabilitation medicine, rehabilitation nursing, physical therapy, pet therapy, occupational therapy, recreational therapy, speech therapy, social work/case management and orthotic consultations.
“Our new 50-bed hospital offers a dynamic rehabilitation environment for patients that combines quality care, expert
treatment and a range of programs and services,” said Tammy Powell, president, SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital and Bone & Joint Hospital. “We are pleased to partner with Select Medical Corporation, a proven leader in providing inpatient rehabilitation services, to offer treatment tailored to meet each patient’s needs and goals and promote independence by integrating medical oversight, rehabilitation nursing, leading-edge technologies and a range of services to improve mobility, cognition and self-care skills, such as bathing, dressing and eating.”
A physiatrist who is board certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation, leads the hospital’s care team of rehabilitation nurses; physical, occupational, respiratory and recreation therapists; speech language pathologists; psychologists and neuropsychologists; pharmacists; case managers and/or other clinical and support staff.
SSM Health Rehabilitation HospitalOklahoma City is part of Select Medical’s national network of more than 30 medical rehabilitation hospitals. Select Medical serves as majority owner and managing partner of the new Oklahoma City joint venture.
SSM Health and Select Medical leaders, including Tammy Powell, president, SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital and Bone & Joint Hospital, center, are joined by other dignitaries as they officially open the new SSM Health Rehabilitation Hospital – Oklahoma City.
Regan Robinett has been promoted to vice president at Quail Creek Bank. Robinett joined the bank in 2017 as a professional graphic designer and photographer, and was quickly promoted to AVP shortly thereafter. He has transformed the banks’ marketing and advertising with his expertise in design, photography and video production. Through his work, the bank has expanded its use of digital and broadcast media to complement its longtime focus on more traditional advertising and marketing sources.
Prior to joining the bank, Robinett was the owner/operator of Stationary Motion which
other popular fireworks are included in the ban, which applies to all private and public property in Oklahoma City, including parks, lakes and areas along the Oklahoma River.
“Fireworks are a serious safety
specialized in graphic design and photography including contract work for several professional sports teams including the Milwaukee Bucks.
When Robinett takes a break from design, photography, and videography, he enjoys spending time with his four girls; wife Jennifer, daughters Ava and Kaitlyn, and his white lab, Violet.
hazard to people and property and should be left to professional shows,” Chief Kelley added.
Violators of the city’s fireworks ordinances are subject to a fine of $500, confiscation of fireworks and a possible jail sentence.
Evening of Accolades
Tuesday, Jan. 28
VIP Reception, 5:45 p.m., doors open at 6:15 p.m., dinner and awards, 6:30 p.m.
Gaillardia Country Club, 5300 Gaillardia Blvd.
Registration available at nwokc.com
Celebrating chamber members for their achievements, this is the chamber's annual awards banquet. It features the recognition and installation of the NWOKC Chamber Board. The theme is Masquerade. Attire is formal or cocktail and costume masks are encouraged.
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Jan. 17 • Air Supply
Global superstars Graham Russell and Russell Hitchcock, beloved by their millions of fans across the world as Air Supply, are bringing their nearly 50 years of hits to the Civic Center for one night. Visit okccivccenter.com for details
Jan. 18 • Alan Jackson
Country Music Hall of Famer Alan Jackson is preparing to bring his Last Call: One More for the Road Tour to the Paycom Center. Alan Jackson’s music and performances have gained him worldwide acclaim. In Oklahoma City, he’ll continue his longrunning tradition of “keepin’ it country” as he brings over 30 years of hits to the stage one final time. Visit paycomcenter. com for tickets.
Jan. 17 • Jo Koy
Comedian Jo Koy is returning to Oklahoma City with his allnew Jo Koy: Just Being Koy Tour at the Paycom Center. Visit paycomcenter.com for tickets.
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Jan. 1011 • NCAA Gymnastics
The 2025 Sprouts Farmers Market Collegiate Quad is set to showcase top NCAA Gymnas
tics Teams. Five of the eight national semifi
nalists from the NCAA Women’s Gymnastics Championship will participate in the second year of the event, including topseeded Oklahoma, LSU, California, Utah and Arkansas. Reigning ACC Champion NC State, Big 12 newcomer Arizona, ACC runner up Clemson, Michigan, Ohio State, and UCLA from the Big Ten, and Kentucky from the SEC round out the field that will compete at Paycom Center. All three quad meets are presented on ESPN platforms, with the top four teams in the field tumbling into ABC action on Saturday, Jan 11 at 3 pm CST. Full details regarding teams, times, and networks will be announced at a later date. Ticket information will be released at a later date. For more information, please visit CollegiateQuad.com.
Jan. 416 • Cattlemen’s Congress
The Cattlemen’s Congress is a stock show for cattlemen and women managed by cattlemen and women. The Cattlemen’s Congress is an opportunity for breeders across North America to showcase their top genetics and connect with fellow beef producers in a central location, at the OKC Fairgrounds. Visit cattlemenscongress.com for more information.
Through Jan. 5 • RV Show
The Ultimate RV Show at the OKC Convention Center is free! Featuring a wide assortment of RVs, from compact, lightweight tent trailers to travel trailers, fifth wheels, toy haulers,
ClassA motorhomes, and more. The top RV manufacturers will be well represented, including Airstream, Jayco, Keystone, Forest River, Thor Motor Coach, and more. The Ultimate RV Show features both new models and a wide selection of preowned inventory, all at showonly special pricing. Free fun for the whole family with a Kids Zone beginning at 10 am.
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7:00 pm Sunday, Jan. 5 • Boston Celtics
2:30 pm Monday, Jan. 16 • Cleveland Cavaliers
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Oklahoma City is hosting the Olympics. The Oklahoma City Thunder is the best team in the NBA. Thunder great Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is the leading contender for MVP of the league. And we are about to break ground on two new world class sports arenas downtown. It is a fabulous time to live and work in Oklahoma City.
Like all of you, I am excited to dive into 2025 and explore the limitless opportunities that lie ahead. But, before that, lets recap some of the best and most influential entertainment from 2024.
Nobody Wants This, a romantic comedy about a sex podcaster who falls in love with a single rabbi, is my favorite television show of the year. Led by Kristen Bell and Adam Brody, this hilarious, awkward, and surprising Netflix series puts romance back on top.
Kristen Bell is a wonderful actress who has led great television shows like Veronica Mars and The Good Place as well as voiced Anna in the Frozen movies. Here, she is partnered with Adam Brody, a former teen heartthrob from the hit series The O.C. who has graduated more recently to supporting roles in Oscar caliber films like American Fiction and Promising Young Woman. Togeth-
er, Bell and Brody have the best chemistry on television, which bodes well for future seasons.
Sabrina Carpenter and Chappell Roan were the freshest news in pop music this year. Carpenter was the first artist in more than 70 years to spend 20 weeks atop the charts in the United Kingdom with her singles “Espresso,” “Taste,” and “Please, Please, Please” from the album Short n’ Sweet. Chappell Roan blew up over the summer after playing live at Coachella, attracted an estimated 100,000 people to her set at Lollapalooza, and ended the year playing on Saturday Night Live promoting her album The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess. Both women are nominated for Best Album, Best Song, Best Record, and Best New Artist at the 2025 Grammy Awards. Podcasts exploded in money and influence this year. Smartless, the entertainment podcast starring Will Arnett Jason Bateman, and Sean Hayes, sold to SiriusXM for $100 million. New Heights with Jason
Kelce and Travis Kelce led all sports podcasts. And The Joe Rogan Experience led everybody with 18.8 million subscribers and more than a billion listeners.
Finally, live television was the overall winner in 2024. A twentieth century medium that had been side swiped by streaming services, live television stormed back into pole position with a year of outstanding influence. The 2024 Super Bowl between Kansas City and San Francisco was the most watched NFL championship in history with 123 million people. The live televised debate in June between President Joe Biden and President Donald Trump completely upended the US presidential race. And Paris hosted one of the most entertaining Olympics in recent history, with NBA favorites like LeBron James and Stephen Curry playing together for America and Simone Biles and Katie Ledecky cementing their legacies against the backdrop of the Eiffel Tower. In 2024, most of what we talked about around the water cooler happened on live television.
Cheers to a peaceful, productive, and prosperous 2025. Be the change you want to see in the world.
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Alan Jackson Jan. 18
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Harlem Globetrotters
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Gabriel Iglesias
Nate Bargatze
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Kick off 2025 with the new art from the Paseo Arts Association. The first exhibits of the year will open during First Friday Gallery Walk at the Paseo Arts and Creativity Center, 3024 Paseo. This month’s exhibits include Unbroken Fragments in Gallery I, Brent Learned, George Curtis Levi and Garry Wright in Gallery II and Mindful Places in Gallery III with an opening reception on Jan. 3 from 6-9 pm. Unbroken Fragments is the collaborative exhibit between mother and son artist duo Erin Shaw and Samuel Shaw. Erin and Samuel have been working on collaborative
exhibits since 2010, when Samuel was five years old. Both of their works embody their American Indian heritage and what their ancestors endured. This body of work is meant to represent the bond between the two artists and act as a window into the conversations and experiences they have shared over the years. With these reflections, both artists aim to portray the importance of remembering your heritage.
In Gallery II, Brent Learned, George Curtis Levi and Garry Wright will be on display in a special group art show. Learned is an
artist from Oklahoma who draws, paints and sculpts. An enrolled member of the Cheyenne-Arapaho Tribes of Oklahoma, Learned appreciates the heritage and culture of the American Plains Indian. Levi is a multi-media artist and member of the Southern Band of the Cheyenne people. He is also Southern Arapaho and Oglala Lakota. Wright is an artist from Oklahoma who uses a scroll saw on birch wood to create high contrast artwork and portraits. Mindful Places is the solo exhibit of oil painter Kevin Thomas. Thomas specializes in illustration, graphic design and currently teach-
es art at Edmond Santa Fe High School. As the exhibit title implies, Thomas’s body of work portrays his idea of “mindful places.” To Thomas, these are scenes of beauty that are “still, yet moving.” These can include scenes of the countryside or the ocean. When exploring this exhibit, the viewer is encouraged to find appreciation in their environments and the impact of simplicity.
For more information, call the Paseo Arts Association at (405) 5252688 or email amanda@thepaseo.org Visit thepaseo.org/join for membership information.
More than 60 Texans gathered at the home of Vice Admiral Bill and Lydia Moore to share the story of Blessed Stanley Rother’s martyrdom with fresh faces.
Father Don Wolf, the rector of the shrine and a second cousin to Blessed Stanley, spoke about growing up on the farm, Blessed Stanley’s calling, and his ultimate sacrifice.
Vice Admiral Bill Moore shared how he and Lydia submitted a medical documentation to the cause for canonization and after praying for Blessed Stanley’s intercession, her sister’s cancer disappeared with a baffled medical team scratching their heads.
“I met the Moores the day they submitted the medical papers to Deacon Norm Mejstrik,” said Christi Jeffreys, director of development at the shrine. “I knew from that moment we met would do something together to support the shrine.”
The Vatican’s process for confirming a miracle is thorough, involving several steps to ensure proper investigation and verification.
“I hear miraculous stories like this every day at the shrine. I hope Blessed Stanley becomes a saint in our lifetime. It would make a remarkable story even greater, but we must be patient,” Jeffreys said.
For example, Blessed Carlo Acutis was beatified on Oct. 10, 2020, and approved for canonization on July 1, 2024. While this is a quick turnaround, some cases, like that of Saint Bede the Venerable, can take as long as 830 years.
As of this release, the fundraising event raised over $8,500 for the shrine, with more expected. Bishop Olson of the Archdiocese of Fort Worth supported the fundraiser, stating, “We know that whatever is given to the Blessed Stanley Rother Shrine will be returned tenfold.”
Each guest received a Blessed Stanley Rother Christmas ornament to conclude the evening.
but if deceased, the unknown heirs, successors, executors, administrators, devisees, trustees, and assigns of the deceased;
GREETINGS: Said Defendants are hereby notified that you have been sued in the District Court of Oklahoma County, State of Oklahoma, in Case No. CV-2024-281, and said Defendants are further notified unless you file a written answer to the Amended Petition in the District Court of Oklahoma County by February 28, 2025, a Judgment will be rendered in favor of the Plaintiffs as requested in the Petition for the following-described real property, to wit: Lot Fifteen (15) and Sixteen (16), of Block Twenty-five (25), in STANDERS
BOULEVARD ADDITION, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, according to the recorded plat thereof.
Street address: 2918 SW 27th Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73108. RICK WARREN, COURT CLERK By /s/Bryan Glenn, Deputy Court Clerk (SEAL)
ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFF: Travis C. Smith OBA 22716 511 Couch Dr., Suite 300 Oklahoma City, OK 73102 Phone: (405) 724-8112
(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, January 3, 2025)
IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA CV-2024-3491
In the Matter of the Application ) of LaShea DeSelle ) as next of friend of (child) ) Liam Micheal Hernandez ) to Change Her/His Name )
NOTICE OF FILING PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME
To Whom It May Concern: Take notice that (a) LaShea DeSelle, as next of friend of Liam Hernandez has filed in the above court a Petition to have the minor child’s name changed as follows, to-wit: From (a) Liam Hernandez to (b) Liam DeSelle; and that the same will be heard by the Honorable Judge Ogden of Oklahoma County, in the County Courthouse, located at 321 Park Avenue, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73102, on the 23 day of January, 2025 at 1:30 o’clock p.m.; and that any person may file a written protest in the case, prior to the date set for hearing.
RICHARD C. OGDEN
JUDGE OF THE DISTRICT COURT RICK WARREN, Court Clerk By /s/illegible signature Deputy (SEAL)
CLERK/BAILIFF OF THE DISTRICT COURT
(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, January 3, 2025)
DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA
CV-2024-3481
IN RE: The Name of: )
Devon Shantill Horton )
NOTICE OF HEARING ON CHANGE ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME
TO: All interested parties. Take notice that Devon Shantill Horton has petitioned to change his/her name to Devonne Shantill Horton.
A Hearing on said petition is set for 9:00 o’clock A.M. on the 18 day of February, 2025, before Judge Bonner in his/her courtroom in the Oklahoma County Courthouse. Should you know of some reason why this change of name should not be allowed you must file a written protest in the above styled and numbered cause prior to the above date with the Clerk of this Court. Should you fail to do so, the petition for change of name will be granted as prayed.
COURT CLERK /s/illegible signature BY DEPUTY (SEAL)
(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, January 3, 2025)
DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA
CV-2024-3515
IN RE: The Name of: ) Braden Rae Mills )
NOTICE OF HEARING ON CHANGE ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME
TO: All interested parties. Take notice that Braden Rae Mills has petitioned to change his/her name to Nessa Rae’Va Mills. A Hearing on said petition is set for 1:30 o’clock P.M. on the 18 day of February, 2025, before Judge Bonner in his/her courtroom in the Oklahoma County Courthouse. Should you know of some reason why this change of name should not be allowed you must file a written protest in the above styled and numbered cause prior to the above date with the Clerk of this Court. Should you fail to do so, the petition for change of name will be granted as prayed.
RICK WARREN, Court Clerk /s/Joseph Salas BY DEPUTY (SEAL)
(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, January 3, 2025)
DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA
CV-2024-3532
In Re: The Name of: ) Magan Danielle Bennett ) NOTICE OF HEARING ON CHANGE ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME
TO: All interested parties. Take notice that Magan Danielle Bennett has petitioned to change his/her name to Magan Danielle Chinwoh. A Hearing on said petition is set for 1:30 o’clock P.M. on the 20 day of February, 2025, before Judge Andrews at 1:30 o’clock in courtroom 357 at the Oklahoma County Courthouse. Should you know of some reason why this change of name should not be allowed
you must file a written protest in the above styled and numbered cause prior to the above date with the Clerk of this Court. Should you fail to do so, the petition for change of name will be granted as prayed.
RICK WARREN, Court Clerk /s/Bryan Glenn By: DEPUTY (SEAL)
(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, January 3, 2025)
DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA CV-2024-3512
IN RE: The Name of: ) Psyche Nadia Richardson ) NOTICE OF HEARING ON CHANGE ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME
TO: All interested parties. Take notice that Psyche Nadia Richardson has petitioned to change his/her name to Psyche Nadia SteeleRichardson.
A Hearing on said petition is set for 11:00 o’clock A.M. on the 20 day of March, 2025, before Judge Timmons in his/her courtroom in the Oklahoma County Courthouse. Should you know of some reason why this change of name should not be allowed you must file a written protest in the above styled and numbered cause prior to the above date with the Clerk of this Court. Should you fail to do so, the petition for change of name will be granted as prayed.
RICK WARREN, Court Clerk /s/L.Bell BY DEPUTY (SEAL)
(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, January 3, 2025)
IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA
Case No: PG-2024-919
In the matter of the Guardianship of ) Axel Yahir Lopez Zamarron ) A minor child )
NOTICE FOR HEARING PETITION FOR APPOINTMENT OF GUARDIAN
You are hereby notified that Emilio Zamarron Castillo and Maria del Rosario Najera C___(illegible) has petitioned this Court to be appointed guardian of the person and estate of the above-named minor Axel Yahir Lopez Zamarron, and that said Petition will be heard in the court room of Judge Kerr Room 217 in the Oklahoma County Courthouse at 321 Park Avenue on the 12 day of February 2025, at 2:00 o’clock P.M. at which time you may appear and show cause if any, why said Petition should not be granted. Witness my hand and seal of said Court this 11 day of December, 2024.
ELIZABETH H. KERR JUDGE OF THE DISTRICT COURT RICK WARREN, Court Clerk By /s/J.Pulley, Deputy (SEAL)
Shannon and David Hill hosted a “Cocktails and Charcuterie” themed engagement party in their home for their youngest daughter, Ashley who is engaged to William Watts.
William is the son of Cindy and Jeff Watts of Oklahoma City. They are planning a summer wedding in Oklahoma City following their
respective college graduations. The couple met in the 8th grade and dated all through high school at McGuinness and in college. Ashley will graduate in May from Clemson University and William graduates from Liberty University and will be commissioned as an officer in the United States Army.
Zoo welcomed 76,203 visitors for the busiest November on record.
The Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden set a new monthly attendance record for November with 76,203 total guests of all ages visiting. This new guest total bests the previous November attendance record of 69,300 guests set in 2021.
OKC Zoo Safari Lights was recently ranked sixth Best Zoo Lights in the nation through a public vote with this year’s USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards.
The new record was set despite the Zoo closing to the public on Nov. 4 after tornado warnings were issued for the metro area in the wee hours of the morning.
Visitation increases can be partially attributed to the opening of OKC Zoo Safari Lights on Saturday, Nov. 9 and unseasonably warm weather, including 10 days with temperatures at or above 70°.
“After setting an annual attendance record for 2023-24 and now breaking the old November record, it’s gratifying for all of the people here who work tirelessly to make the Oklahoma City Zoo one of the best zoos anywhere,” said Dwight Lawson, executive director/CEO of the OKC Zoo. “It’s more proof that we’re on the right track with our mission to inspire conservation action as we connect people with wildlife and wild places around the world.”
The Oklahoma City Zoo’s daytime hours are 9 am to 5 pm daily with the last entry at 4 pm. The Zoo will be closed to the public during the daytime on Christmas Day as well as Tuesdays and Wednesdays now through February 5, 2025. Purchase advance Zoo admission tickets at okczoo.org/tickets and avoid the entry lines. Regular admission is $16 for adults and $13 for children ages 3-11 and seniors ages 65 and over. Children two and under are admitted free. Stay connected with the Zoo on Facebook, X, Instagram, Threads, Linktree and TikTok, and by visiting its blog stories.
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Full Circle Bookstore
1900 NW Expressway
Oklahoma City, OK 73118 (405) 842-2900 (800) 683-READ
Junior’s Supper Club 2601 NW Expressway Oil Center Building (405) 848-5597 juniorsokc.com
Boutique One
7636 N. Western
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The Learning Tree 7638 N. Western Wilshire Village (405) 848-1415 learningtreeokc.com
Carwin’s Shave Shop 6411 Avondale Dr. Nichols Hills Plaza (405) 607-1197 carwinsshaveshop.com
Winter House 6411 Avondale Dr. Nichols Hills Plaza (405) 607-1199 winterhouseinteriors.com
Nancy Farha’s 9205 N. Pennsylvania Casady Square The Village, OK 73120 (405) 775-0404 nancyfarha.com
23rd Street Antiques 3023 NW 23rd. (405) 947-3800 Oklahoma City, OK 73107 Antiques23.com
Coyle Law Firm 125 Park Ave. No.100 Oklahoma City, OK 73102 (405) 583-3909 coylelaw.com
Gulfport Seafood Market 8016 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 848-3468 Gulfportseafoods.com
Moorman's Distinctive Carpets and Area Rugs 3835 NW 63rd St. Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 848-4888 moormanscarpetsoklahoma city.com
Naifeh Fine Jewelry 6471 Avondale Dr,. Nichols Hills, OK 73116 (405) 607-4323 Naifehfinejewelry.com
Retirement Investment Advisors
2925 United Founders Blvd. Oklahoma City, OK 73112 (405) 842-3443 theretirementpath.com
Thrifty Pharmacy 10904 N. May Ave. L Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 751-2852 230 S. Santa Fe Ave. Edmond OK 73003 thriftypharmacyedmond.com
BancFirst 6200 Waterford Blvd Oklahoma City, OK 73118 (405) 270-1622 Bancfirst.bank
First National Bank of Oklahoma 10900 Hefner Pointe Dr., No. 300 Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 848-2001 fnbok.com
La Baguette Bistro 7408 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 840-3047 labaguettebistro.com
CK & Co. 6429 Avondale Dr. Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 843-7636 ckandcompany.com
Quail Creek Bank 12201 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 755-1000 quailcreek.bank
Covenant Brothers
5900 Mosteller Dr. No. 7 Oklahoma City, OK 73112 (405) 842-4671 covbros.com
Justin Beasley, DDS 4600 W Memorial Rd. Oklahoma City, OK 73142 (405) 755-5400 drbeasley.com
Cindi Shelby, Stylist Lela Rose & Pearl by Lela Rose 333 W. Wilshire Blvd., Ste. F Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 830-1138
Quail Plaza Barber Shop 10940 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (495) 751-2126
All About Travel, Ltd. 6104 Northwest 63 Oklahoma City, OK 73132 (405) 384-3880 www.allabout-travel.com
Papa Dios 10712 N May, Suite D Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 755-2255 papadiosokc.com
First Fidelity Bank 6404 Avondale, Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 416-2222 Website: ffb.com
Denner Roofing Co. LLC 6608 N. Western Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 848-4411 dennerroofing.com
First Source Real Estate Residential Sales 12020 N. Penn Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 236-4747
Michael Biddinger Real Estate Commercial Sales, Management 12020 N. Penn Ave. OKC, OK 73120 (405) 236-4747
The Adult Clinic at Hearts for Hearing 11500 N. Portland Ave. OKC, OK 73120 (405) 548-4335
Christian Science Reading Room 6490 Avondale Drive (Nichols Hills Plaza North) Nichols Hills, OK 73116 (405) 843-5334 christianscienceokc.org
Steam It Klean It LLC Carpet Cleaning PO Box 20232 Oklahoma City, OK 73156 (405) 602-4960 Steamitkleanit@gmail.com
Krista Anne’s Boutique 7602 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 310-5500
Paul Seikel Pearls Oyster Bar 5641 N. Classen Blvd. Oklahoma City, OK 73118 (405) 848-8008 pearlsokc.com
Basey's Roofing Gary Basey 2700 S. May Ave. Okla City, OK 73109 (405)755-8717 baseysroofingjs@gmail.com
Cornerstone Home Health, Inc. 8370 NW 39th Expressway Bethany, OK 73008 (405)354-5454 cornestonehomehealth
Laura Lynn’s Home Care 9801 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 418-2961 lauralynnshomecare.com Chelle Greene Real Estate RE/MAX First 1000 W. Wilshire, Ste. 428 Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 818-91931 Chellegreene.com
“And you shall know the truth and the truth shall make you free.” John 8:32 (quoting Jesus).
The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is that good men do nothing.” – Edmund Burke paraphrase, 1767.
If you want it in the paper, it’s advertising. If you don’t want it in the paper, it’s news.” – Ancient Chinese Proverb
“Without, or with, offense to friends or foes, We sketch your world exactly as it goes.” – Byron, 1818.
“Every violation of truth is a stab at the health of human society.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson, 1878.
“We must always stand – alone if necessary – as the conscience of this community.” – J. Leland Gourley, 1959.
By Mary Blankenship Pointer
Red Andrews Foundation
Secretary/Treasurer
The 2024 Red Andrews Christmas Dinner marked its 77th year as a cherished holiday tradition, touching the lives of thousands and leaving an enduring legacy of hope and generosity. This annual event continues to be a beacon of compassion for families in need, providing vital resources and holiday cheer during a season meant for joy and togetherness.
This year, the event served approximately 7,896 individ-
uals. Families were provided with bags of groceries to prepare warm holiday meals, while children delighted in receiving toys. Additionally, coats and personal hygiene products were distributed to those in need, with 5,922 children receiving toys and 800 people outfitted with warm coats.
The success of this remarkable event is a testament to the year-round dedication of a small but committed volunteer committee and the vital contributions of community organizations. Agencies such as 211, Mary Mahoney, Grandparents Raising Grand-
children , Catholic Charities, Wounded Warriors, YWCA, Palomar, and various schools and churches referred families to the event.
Essential resources were generously provided by organizations including The Apartment Association, DeWayne McAnally Foundation, Ride Oklahoma Charities, Feed the Children, The Masonic Lodge, Hiland Dairy, Pepsi, Goodwill, various state and government agencies. The media also plays a critical role in the success of the dinner.
One particularly touching moment this year involved a
Dear Wise Elder: As a parent of two 53-year-olds with grown families, I can’t believe my children are downsizing at their “young” age. They are getting rid of sets of wedding dishes, dining tables, table cloths and everything but what I consider the bare necessities. They’ve returned some of the items we have give them. I just found out their friends are doing the same thing. What is happening? Dear What’s Happening: Times are changing. Not only do the kids not want your stuff, they don’t put value in stuff at all. One couple is turning in the
woman who called after receiving a slip of paper with my name and phone number from a stranger. Having just started a new job, she hadn’t yet received her first paycheck and was unable to provide a holiday celebration for her family.
When I explained the purpose of the Red Andrews Christmas Dinner, she was moved to tears, finding hope and relief in knowing her family could celebrate the season with dignity.
This event is about far more than providing food and gifts; it’s about restoring dignity, fostering communi-
big house into a VRBO available for their children and soon to be grandchildren when they visit. Meanwhile the 53-year-olds are building a smaller modest home nearby in the “back yard.” Another older couple recently retiring architect built a cottage in the back yard and sold the big house to the children with the stipulation the younger would be the caregivers for the older. Times are changing. Purging and downsizing is the new rage. Get on board.
- Courtesy VillagesOKC, www.VillagesOKC.org (405) 990 6637
ty, and reminding people that they are not alone.
As we begin planning for the 2025 Red Andrews Christmas Dinner, we invite the community to join us in this mission of love and generosity. Volunteers and financial donations are essential to ensuring the continued success of this cherished tradition.
For more information on how to volunteer or donate, please contact me at marybpointer@gmail.com or (405) 886-2886. Together, we can ensure that the spirit of giving and compassion thrives for years to come.
The Jewish Federation of Greater Oklahoma City hosted a Shimmering with Gratitude luncheon honoring Edie Roodman, its former executive director and the executive director of the Oklahoma Israel Exchange. At right: Edie and her family, from left — sister from St. Louis, Mo. Jane Roodman Weiss, daughter-in-love from New York City Jackie Reshef and son from NYC Eitan (Ej) Reshef, son-in-love from NYC Daniel Frankenstein, daughter from NYC Erielle Reshef, Edie Roodman, Dr. Eli Reshef, daughter-in-love from Phoenix, Ariz. Amanda Reshef and son from Phoenix Evan Reshef.
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“Residents will have temporary impacts when the old streets are milled and the new overlay is put down,” he added, “but they should have full access to drive down the streets and access their driveways throughout the project.”
Road construction impacts portions of Sunset Boulevard, Orlando Road, Northland Road and Lakeside Drive in Ward 4, Abbey Drive, Village Drive, Nichols Road and Carlton Way in Ward 5; Downing Street, Village Drive, Greystone Avenue, Andover Court and Sheffield Road in Ward 2; and Nichols Road, Hasley Drive, Carlisle Road and Westchester Drive in Ward 1.
The street construction improvements do not include sidewalks, but Slezickey said engineers are close to having plans for additional sidewalks completed and hopes to have that project started by mid-spring.
“The sidewalk projects will provide access to all of our parks and to Uptown Grocers and Walmart Neighborhood Market,” he said. “We will provide both north/south and east/west pedestrian options other than May Avenue, Pennsylvania, Hefner and Britton Roads.”
At left: Jewish Federation of Greater Oklahoma City Executive Director Rachel Johnson leads a round of applause for Edie. At right: Keynote speaker Shannon Presit presents Edie with a token of the federation’s appreciation. Far right: Jonna Kirschner and Heather buckmaster.
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The Civic Area Project is the result of a massive Tax Increment District created by The Village City Council in 2006 to redevelop the area following years of problems created by a large dilapidated 1970s era apartment complex.
The new Civic Plaza area, located next to The Village City Hall at 2304 Manchester Dr., includes a linear park with extensive landscaping stretching to the south and east along Vineyard Boulevard from the Civic Plaza to Pennsylvania Avenue.
The area includes a fountain with plaza floor landscape lighting with the capability of being converted into a gathering space for markets or performances. It features two covered shelters for shade and a public restroom.
The Linear Park converts the large existing right of way of
Vineyard Blvd into a landscaped park providing a safe pedestrian connector between City Hall and The Village Library, 10307 N. Pennsylvania. A senior fitness center and play area, The Village Green (library) and the reconfiguration of the street signals at the intersection of Pennsylvania Avenue and Vineyard Boulevard are included.
The project is the largest single capital improvement in the 74-year history of The Village and city officials expect it will give The Village a new identity and provide a new gathering venue for the northwest Oklahoma City suburb.
Finalists for Outstanding Public Initiative in the 11th Annual Impact Awards represent projects and initiatives determined to best promote the creation of resilient communities, intelligent densification and urbanization, as well as outstanding quality of design and construction.
Other nominees for the award include the Almonte Library in Oklahoma City, Rapid NW Embark in Oklahoma City and the W.P. Bill Atkinson Park in Midwest City.
“Finalists are selected through a public nomination process,” said Lubbers. “While the exact individual or organization that nominated the Civic Plaza isn’t specified, the process involves anonymous submission.”
To qualify for the award projects must have been completed in the Oklahoma City metro area within the last two years. Projects are judged on how well they promote community resilience, intelligent urban development, quality design and construction while contributing to the built environment and public realm.
Winners of the 11th Annual ULI Oklahoma Impact Awards are set to be announced Feb. 7 during ceremonies at the Oklahoma City Convention Center.
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and his family also helped out with Cleats for Kids drives.
“Youth sports had such a major impact on my life. Why would I not want to give other kids that same opportunity?” Chansolme said.
He presented the check to Cleats for Kids founders Stacy and Mark McDaniel.
The Bachelors Club also honored longtime member and Past President Daniel Reineke with the Walter M. Powell Outstanding Alumni Award. Reineke is a community volunteer and businessman who served as Bachelors Club president in 2007. In the past few years he has served as executive vice president of business development of Mach Natural Resources and helped take that company public.
Weekly, for the last 13 years, Reineke has volunteered with Britton Christian Church Tennis Academy and was recently recognized with the “I’m Third” Volunteer Award for his countless hours of support of the organization, such as coaching and driving kids.
During the ball, according to longstanding tradition, 19 debutantes were presented along with 19 escorts, who are Bachelors Club members.
Souled Out played the music for the evening, and after the debutante presentation, debs, escorts, their parents and guests danced around the Oklahoma City Golf and Country Club’s floor-to-ceiling Christmas tree in the Great Hall and enjoyed the traditional late-night breakfast.
The debutantes carried bouquets of white roses, hydrangeas and mini calla lilies. Decorations also included the club’s own wintery scene inspired by Whoville in “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” as guests walked in.
The Bachelors Club of Oklahoma City was founded in 1938 by a group of young men who wished to promote the social and philanthropic undertakings as well as leadership in the Oklahoma City area. The debutante presentation began in 1945 as a way to raise funds for various Oklahoma City charities.
The 2024 Bachelors Club debutantes, listed with their escorts are:
Olivia Ross, daughter of Amy and Frank Sewell and Jeff Ross, escorted by Pearce Wade, son of Paula and
Buddy Wade; Vivienne Sweet, daughter of Sara and Kyle Sweet, escorted by Jack Duncan, son of Merrie and Robert Duncan; Sarah Cate Bass, daughter of Paige and Mike Bass, escorted by Evan Condon, son of Sheri and Bill Condon; Kate Johnson, daughter of Jackie and Patrick Boyle, escorted by Brennan Wade, son of Paula and Buddy Wade; Sarah Jane Pitzer, daughter of Jill and Clint Pitzer, escorted by Jack Naifeh, son of Monique and Justin Naifeh; and Tennegrace Shapard, daughter of Kim and Bill Shapard, escorted by William Paque, son of Brittanie and Matt Paque.
Also, Cate Tollison, daughter of Stephanie and Mike Tollison, escorted by Henry Gauthier, son of Kylie and Stephen Gauthier and the late Christine Gauthier; Anna Holden, daughter of Kimberly and Tony Holden, escorted by Jackson Roberts, son of Sarah and Hayden Roberts; Meg Miller, daughter of Angela and Mark Miller and the late Mrs. Traci Tarwater Miller, escorted by Mason Georgia, son of Trisha Georgia and Roy Georgia; Caroline Watkins, daughter of Kari and Hardy Watkins, escorted by Bo Naifeh, son of Libby and Todd Naifeh; Helen McDonald, Lisa and Mike McDonald, escorted by Tucker Jacobsen, son of Nicole and Jeff Jacobsen; and Camden Furnish, daughter of Laura and Ryan Furnish, escorted by Luke Butler, son of Sarah and Doug Butler.
Also, Allie Lathrop, daughter of Katie and Jamie Lathrop, escorted by Henry Hooten, son of Whitney and David Hooten; Julia Reynolds, daughter of the late Joe Brett Reynolds and of Sheli and Phil Stenseth, escorted by Will Margo, son of Debbie and Brad Margo; Hadley Allen, daughter of Chris Allen and Stacey Rist, escorted by Austin Pendarvis, son of Kathryn and Kent Phillips; Kylie Wood, daughter of Jeff Wood and the late Michelle Cobb, escorted by Joseph Harroz, son of Ashley and Joe Harroz and Samia Harroz; Georgia Seres, daughter of Donna and Rusty Rasmussen and Ken and Stephanie Seres, escorted by Matthew Smith, son of Karen and Martin Smith; Aspen Minihan, daughter of Lisa and David Patrick Minihan, escorted by Nick Parkinson, son of Breena and Andrew Parkinson; and Bella Brown, daughter of Kristen and Matt Brown, escorted by Ramey Brinkman, son of Lillie-Beth Sanger Brinkman and Heather and Wade Brinkman.
