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DR. MAUTRA STALEY JONES President
Oklahoma City Community College
Former OKCityans of the Year
Chairman
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2019-Bob Ross, President and CEO, Inasmuch Foundation
2018-Kari Watkins, Executive Director, OKC National Memorial and Museum
2017-David Holt, District 30, State Senator
2016-David Rainbolt, CEO, BancFirst Corporation
2015-Judy Love, Philanthropist,
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Jones is dedicated to service
By Rose Lane Editor
For her service and dedication to future generations, OKC FRIDAY names Oklahoma City Community College President Dr. Mautra Staley Jones its OKCityan of the Year.
Dr. Jones made history on March 1, 2022, when she became the 11th president of OCCC, the first woman and first person of color to serve as the president of the college. Her appointment also made Oklahoma history as she is the first African American female to be the president of any institution in the state which is not a historically Black college and university.
“I’ve known Dr. Mautra Staley Jones for almost 20 years, and her passion for serving young people and enhancing education has never wavered,” said her good friend Sunny Cearley, Allied Arts president and CEO. “Her journey to become president of
See JONES, Page 2
First cupcake vending machine founder to speak at Low luncheon
Candace Nelson, nationally recognized for founding Sprinkles, the world’s first cupcake vending machine, is the speaker for the Juliette Low Leadership Society’s (JLLS) annual luncheon.
Nelson was announced at the JLLS planning committee kickoff party at Camp Trivera. The luncheon is set for 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Feb. 20 at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum.
Nelson revolutionized the baking industry, first with
Sprinkles and later when she launched Pizzana, a Michelin Bib Gourmand-awarded pizzeria chain. Alongside her husband, she co-founded CN2 Ventures and Play 2 Progress.
“We are delighted to welcome Candace Nelson as our keynote speaker,” said Jill Trauschke, luncheon co-chair along with Christi Woodworth. “Her insights on how to follow your dreams to successfully turn passion into profit will inspire
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JONES
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Oklahoma’s fourth largest higher
education institution is a testament to her passion and commitment.”
Entertainment executive, actress and producer Rachel Cannon said Dr. Jones embodies the very spirit of what it means to be OKCityan of the Year.
“Her tireless dedication to education, community empowerment and creating opportunities for Oklahomans is an inspiration to us all,” Cannon said.
Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt agreed.
He said that Dr. Jones leads one of the city’s most important institutions, doing so with “thoughtfulness and innovation.”
“I think President Jones will be a leader in our city for decades to come,” he said. “She clearly has a heart for service. And her career of service thus far is more than admirable. It’s inspirational.”
Born in Oklahoma City, Dr. Jones was raised by her grandmother in Ardmore. Dr. Jones said it was her grandmother who instilled in her the values of faith, family and freedom.
She graduated from Ardmore Public Schools and then went on to attend the University of Oklahoma. While at OU, she was a student in the Gaylord
College of Journalism and Mass Communication.
She then moved to Encinitas, Calif. where she joined and eventually led the business development division of an orthopaedic group during the day and pursued her master’s in business administration at night. Jones married Bernard Jones and moved to Columbus, Ohio as he was beginning his law career.
He is now a U.S. District judge. They have three children.
After a few years in Ohio, Bernard Jones was recruited back to Oklahoma to practice law at McAfee & Taft, and Mautra Jones began her career in education and philanthropy, working for many nonprofit and educational organizations.
"Desiring to continue my education, I eventually enrolled at Vanderbilt University and subsequently received my doctorate in education,” she said in a previous interview with OKC FRIDAY.
She called education “the great equalizer.”
"Education is what helped me — a child from humble beginnings — advance and it opened doors and yielded countless opportunities.
"I chose a career in education to help other similarly-situated students realize their dreams. I wanted those
See JONES, Page 12
The Joneses: BJ, Bernard, Kennedy Claire and Mautra; and in front, Brendan Miles.
Above: Bernard and Mautra Jones on their wedding day. At right: Mautra as a teen-age driver and high school spirit squad member.
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BASKETBALL | MCGUINNESS CLASSIC
Antlers outlast Choctaw for title
Playing its second game in the same day, the Deer Creek boys basketball team held on for a 55-52 victory over Choctaw last Saturday night to claim the 65th Annual McGuiness Classic championship trophy.
Kaden Leache scored a team-best 18 points and Clyde Davis Jr. added 16 points for the Antlers (9-2). Cooper Laiske and Caison Robinson also contributed 9 points each.
Earlier in the day, as winter weather in Fridayland forced officials to move Friday’s games to Saturday morning, Deer Creek posted a 60-49 win against Edmond Santa Fe in the semifinals.
Leache led the way with 26 points and Robinson chipped in 11 points.
On Thursday, the Antlers cruised to an 86-55 triumph over Fridayland rival Harding Charter Prep in the opener behind three players in double figures.
Deer Creek hosts
Southmoore this Friday at 7:30 p.m.
Robinson netted 21 points, while Davis grabbed 18 points and Leache collected 17 points for the Antlers.
Host McGuinness settled for sixth place in the tournament thanks
to a 55-46 loss to Edmond Memorial on Saturday in the consolation championship contest.
Jackson Stone paced the Class 4A No. 11 Irish (7-4) with 11 points and Cooper Bradley contributed 8 points.
Keyed by three players in double figures, McGuinness rolled to a 75-41 victory against Harding Prep in the consolation semifinals. Stone netted 14 points, as Bryson Schwarz scored 11 points and Hudson McCormick grabbed 10 points.
The Irish opened the McGuinness Classic with a 76-57 setback to Edmond Santa Fe behind 16 points from Brody Parks. Bradley collected 14 points, while McCormick chipped in 10 points.
McGuinness visits Fridayland rival Crossings Christian this Friday and hosts Bishop Lynch (Texas) on Saturday.
Meanwhile, Harding Prep (3-9) finished eighth in the McGuinness classic following an 81-49 loss to Norman in the seventhplace game.
The Eagles (3-9) host Mount St. Mary this Friday and OCS on Tuesday. Both games are set to start around 7:30 p.m.
Deer Creek’s Kaden Leache (2) puts up a fadeaway jump shot in the semifinals against Edmond Santa Fe at the McGuinness Classic on Saturday.
- Photos by Richard Clifton, rtcditigalimages.zenfolio.com
McGuinness’ Brody Parks drives toward the basket against Edmond Santa Fe in the consolation semifinal against Harding Charter Prep.
Harding Charter Prep’s D.J. Hillmon (12) attempts to get around McGuinness’ Jackson Stone during their consolation semifinal game last Saturday at the McGuinness Classic. The Irish cruised to a 75-41 victory over the Eagles to force a matchup against Edmond Memorial for the consolation title.
Antlers swim to titles at Putnam City Invitational
Keyed by seven individual champions and five of six relay events, the Deer Creek boys and girls swimming teams cruised to titles at the Putnam City Invitational last week.
Of the seven event winners, three Antlers earned gold medals in two events including Ashlyn Bucy, Harper Husbands and Owen McCall.
Bucy outdueled teammate Macey McFarlane for the 50yard freestyle title, posting a winning time of 26.42 seconds compared to 27.87 seconds for McFarlane.
PC North’s Jordan Lent finished just behind in third place.
Bucy also grabbed the 100 backstroke in 1:03.69 to go along with a pair of relay gold medals in the 200 medley and 400 freestyle relays.
Harper Husbands swept the 100 breaststroke and 100 butterfly events, winning the breaststroke by 3 seconds inn 1:13.30 and the butterfly in just under a hundredth-second in 1:01.92.
Owen McCall rounded out the trio with a pair of victories in the 100 backstroke
and 100 butterfly. McCall finished just under a half-second ahead of teammate Beckham Shields in 55.45 seconds in the backstroke and outlasted Harding Charter Prep’s Jack Powell by just under a second in the butterfly in 55.52 seconds.
Four other Antlers earned gold medals at Putnam City, including Jocelyn Leslie, Jason Hull, Maddalena Scorpecci and Shields.
Leslie captured the 200 freestyle by 6 seconds over PC North’s Scarlett Mathis in 2:15.56 and took second in the 500 freestyle.
Hull joined Bucy in winning the 50 freestyle by just under tenth-second in 23.22 seconds.
Scorpecci cruised to a 5-second victory in the 200 IM in 2:36.98, while Shields outdueled McGuinness’ John Nguyen by four seconds in 2:05.89 in the individual medley.
In addition, the Deer Creek girls swept all three relay events winning the 200 medley, 200 freestyle and 400 freestyle events. The Antler boys also won the 200 medley and 200 freestyle relays.
WRESTLING ROUNDUP
In a week shortened by a winter weather storm, the PC North wrestling team endured a 66-12 dual loss at Choctaw.
The Panthers earned wins in two weight classes.
Meanwhile, PC North’s Xander Applegate and McGuinness’ Brady Mitchell earned gold medals at the PC Invitational.
Applegate touched the wall just under a second ahead of the field in 52.65 seconds to win the 100 freestyle and was runner-up in the 200 freestyle.
Mitchell cruised to a nearly 10-second triumph in the 500 freestyle in 5:18.77. He also helped the Irish to a third-place finish in the 200 freestyle relay.
Several other Fridaylanders finished in the top 5 including:
50 Freestyle – Tony Kieu, Deer Creek, 3rd; Emmory Riggins, DC, 5th; Mitchell, McGuinness, 5th.
100 Freestyle – Brandon Mai, BM, 3rd; Lent, PC North, 4th; Riggins, DC, 5th.
200 Freestyle - Landon Gilmore, DC, 3rd; Kate Davis, DC, 4th.
500 Freestyle –Skyler Brown, DC, 3rd; Gilmore, DC, 3rd; Arthur Uribe, DC, 4th.
100 Backstroke –Hull, DC, 4th; Powell, Harding, 5th.
100 Breaststroke –Aven Burkhead, 3rd.
100 Butterfly –Brown, DC, 4th; Kiera Nguyen, DC, 5th.
Rockets get past Blanchard in Noble tournament
With the tournament shortened by winter weather, the Mount St. Mary boys escaped with a 74-71 win over Blanchard in the final game of the Noble Invitational last Monday.
Ele Jones netted a team-best 18 points, while Kelston Young grabbed 16 points and Dawson Rucker contributed 14 points for the Rockets (5-4).
On Saturday, Mount St. Mary cruised to a 77-44 victory against Elk City as a snow storm last Thursday forced most tournaments to postpone games or cancel remaining contests.
Jamarie Dubose paced a trio in double figures with 19 points. Maddox Hamilton collected 15 points and Syler Maxwell chipped in 11 points for the Rockets.
Meanwhile, the Mount St. Mary girls also competed at the Noble Invitational and suffered a 58-49 loss to Blanchard on Monday.
Kylie Ross scored 23 points for the Rockets (3-6), as Jasmini Jessie and Genevieve Holland added 10 points each.
The Mount also endured a 71-47 setback against Elk City on Saturday, behind Ross and Holland with 13 points each and Jessie with 8 points.
Jaaziah Benman pinned Choctaw’s Matthew Jackson at 132 pounds.
Sebastian Dolezal secured a forfeit in the 150-pound division for PC North.
Both Mount St. Mary squads play a pair of Fridayland rivals this week, starting Friday at Harding Charter Prep and ending with Casady on Tuesday.
Girls’ games tip off at 6 p.m. followed by the boys around 7:30 p.m.
IRISH GIRLS FALL AT WEATHERFORD
Just as many others, the McGuinness girls only played two games at the Weatherford Classic as a winter storm late last week forced tournament officials to cancel one day of games.
The Irish (5-4) endured a 63-48 loss to host Weatherford on Monday. Mariah Conally scored 17 points and Elliott Jones added 11 points in the setback.
McGuinness opened the tournament with a 55-26 victory over Fridayland rival Harding Charter Prep on Thursday.
Jones netted a teambest 11 points, while Kaylee Perkins contributed 8 points and Coffey Collier had 7 points for the Irish.
McGuinness visits Fridayland rival Crossings Christian this Friday at 6 p.m. and hosts Bishop Lynch (Texas) on Saturday at 2:30 p.m.
MILLWOOD TOPS KNIGHTS IN OT
For a second time this season, the Crossings Christian boys suffered another close loss to Class 3A No. 1 Millwood last week.
The 4A No. 3 Knights (9-2) let a late lead slip away in a 6055 overtime road setback to the Falcons. Braden Buckingham paced a trio in double figures with 17 points. Cal Furnish collected 16 points and Rylee Sykes chipped in 10 points.
In late December, Crossings took a 5-
point loss to Millwood at the Tournament of Champions in Tulsa. Meanwhile, the Crossings Christian girls split a pair of games at the Ripley Classic last week.
The Knights (5-6) lost 40-37 against Chandler but opened the tournament with a 5133 win over Kellyville.
This week, the Knights host Fridayland rival McGuinness on Friday at 7:30 p.m. and visit 4A No. 3 Douglass on Tuesday.
ROYALS TOO MUCH FOR CHARGERS
In a week shortened by bad weather, Heritage Hall fell behind early and never recovered in a 49-32 loss to 4A No. 9 Community Christian last Tuesday.
T.J. Williams netted 17 points to lead the Chargers (3-5), as Xzavier Mbroh collected 7 points and Denton Suthers had 4 points.
Heritage Hall visits Christian Heritage this Friday and OCS on Saturday for a makeup game from last week’s bad weather.
LUTHER TAKES DOWN CYCLONES
Enduring a tough start to the season, Casady suffered a 55-52 loss at Luther in last week’s action.
Davis Currie scored a team-best 23 points and James Elder added 10 points for the Cyclones (1-10).
Casady hosts 3A No. 19 Jones this Friday and visits Fridayland rival Mount St. Mary on Tuesday.
CALENDAR
THEATRE
Jan. 17Feb. 2 •
The Children Carpenter Square Theatre’s Season 41 continues into 2025 with “The Children” by Lucy Kirkwood with performances Jan. 17Feb. 2. Kirkwood’s unique drama is set in England in a seaside vacation cottage that is now being occupied fulltime by Hazel and her husband Robin. They receive a surprise visit from their former coworker Rose whom they haven’t seen in 38 years. All performances are at the theatre’s venue located at 1009 W. Reno in downtown Oklahoma City with ten performances scheduled over three weeks. For more information, visit carpentersquare.com.
Feb. 10 •
Jason’s Lyric Live
Jason’s Lyric Live is a premiere play with music that tells the heartpounding tale of love, sacrifice, and redemption that will leave audiences breathless, as two souls battle against the odds for a chance at real happiness. Performed at the Visual and Performing Arts Center Theater on the OCCC campus. Go to occc.ticketstage.net for tickets.
Jan. 2425 • Music of the Knights Step into the legendary realms of Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber, Sir Elton John, and Sir Paul McCartney, where knighthood meets musical mastery. The OKC Philharmonic presents this incredible show with Broadway vocalists that will lead a journey through the greatest hits of three iconic songwriters whose legacies resonate across generati ons. Two nights at the Civic Center, visit okcciviccenter.com for tickets and details. This concert was originally scheduled for May 2324 and is rescheduled for Jan. 2425. Tickets will be honored from the original date.
Feb. 12March 2 •
Waitress
A playful and soulful score by 6time Grammy nominee Sara Bareilles inspires boundless joy in this Broadway smash hit. Experience this pop musical phenomenon at Lyric’s Plaza Theatre, presented in promotional collaboration with The Plaza District’s awardwinning sweet eatery, Pie Junkie! For tickets and info visit, lyrictheatreokc.com.
April 16 • Some Like It Hot OKC Broadway presents this supersized musical set in Chicago during prohibition when two musicians are forced to flee the Windy City after witnessing a mob hit. Showing at the Civic Center for five performances. Get tickets at okcciviccenter. com.
THIS WEEKEND
Jan. 17 •
Air Supply
The iconic band celebrates 50 years of hits for one night only at the Civic Center. Visit okcciviccenter.com for information.
Jan. 17 •
Jo Koy
See the comedian’s Just Being Koy Tour at the Paycom Center, 8 pm.
Jan. 18 •
Alan Jackson
The Country Music Hall of Famer brings his Last Call: One More for the Road tour to the Paycom Center.
OKC THUNDER
HOME GAMES
Paycom Center
100 West Reno Ave.
Sunday, Jan. 19 • Brooklyn Nets 6:00 pm Wednesday, Jan. 22 • Utah Jazz 7:00 pm Thursday, Jan. 23 • Dallas Mavericks 7:00 pm
Send calendar events to jennifer@okcfriday.com
Paycom Center Events/Shows:
Koy
Harlem Globetrotters
Tom Segura
Gabriel Iglesias
Nate Bargatze
Jan. 18
Feb. 21
Mar. 22
Apr. 4
Apr. 12
Oct. 16 Zoo Amphitheatre: TOTO/Men At Work/Chris.Cross
Aug. 17 Teddy Swims
Aug. 24
You’ll Do: A History of Marrying for Reasons Other Than Love
By Marcia A. Zug
This non-fiction history book is not only full of facts and life from early American family settlements between 1791 and 1823 but amusing incidents throughout these years which have been repeated and used in legal cases, financial involvements, and family settlements.
Novels, poems, intimacy, and jokes were frequently quoted to justify such pay for an act. One amusing story was that of a man who was good-looking and financially well off auctioned himself off with 600 lottery tickets for $50 each to some women interested in marriage. Some people said it was an ingenious scheme with or without marriage or love that goes along with it.
The author, Marcia A. Zug, is a family law professor at the University of South Carolina and a grad-
uate of Dartmouth College and Yale Law School. She has written previous books including Buying a Bride, and is quite adept at recall of the illegal.
Zug’s examples run from marriage between power couples, gold diggers, money and/or prestige chasers who are more into marrying for reasons other than love or pregnancies. They prefer a kind of balance between entertainment and information that skillfully demonstrates “marriage is not the solution to poverty.” She gives evidence in such cases.
Some more current cases give the fascinating facts of the prenuptial agreement between Malania and Donald Trump among which items was a $3 million diamond ring as well as other non-returnable items. Another such item is in a movie “How to Marry a Millionaire” starring Betty Gable, Marilyn Monroe and Lauren Bacall with the appealing William Powell dealing with other aspects of money and marriage. There is a very poignant story and photo of oriental women known as “the picture brides:
when more than ten thousand Japanese women had been seen only through the pictures. Actually between 1908 and 1920 more than ten thousand Japanese women took such a step as an exception to enter the United States. You’ll Do is entertaining, informative and pictures to such an unusual subject. In addition to the stories about the above, there is an eye opener section of the 73 pages of notes appended to the book.
Women may be surprised to hear that marriage is ever considered a fairly modern solution to problems, and the belief that marriage as the solution to poverty as well as a cure for poverty is even considered is a peculiar theory. Marcia Zug’s projections are well referenced citations but several will be rather eye opening to the reader. Could one of them be the solution? Probably or probably not. But neither is certainly not a boring way of life. Perhaps love COULD have something to do with finding an answer for all! Thanks to Full Circle Bookstore for sharing its books with FRIDAY readers.
Boston Brass, Imani Winds premiere new composition
Two world-renowned musical groups will join forces at Armstrong Auditorium for a rare collaboration. The Boston Brass and the 2024 Grammy-winning Imani Winds will perform at the Edmond concert hall Tuesday, Jan. 28 at 7:30 pm. The collaboration will feature music by the iconic, multiGrammy-holder, Arturo Sandoval, Stevie Wonder’s well-known “Overjoyed,” works of Paquito D’Rivera and Manuel De Falla, Billy May’s “Flight of the Green Hornet” and more.
“Each of these groups could command the Armstrong stage on its own,” said Program Director Ryan Malone. “But to have them collaborate like this will be a special treat for our audience.”
colorful classical arrangements, burning jazz standards, and the best of original brass repertoire.
A highlight of the program is the premiere of Arturo Sandoval’s Metales y Maderas, a new composition for a double quintet featuring the exceptional talents of Boston Brass and Imani Winds. Sandoval states, “the piece flows freely, embracing the richness of Latino music, jazz, classical, and beyond.”
Since 1986 Boston Brass has set out to establish a one-of-a-kind musical experience featuring
Boston Brass treats audiences to a unique brand of musical entertainment that bridges the ocean of classical formality, delighting regular concertgoers and newcomers alike with great music and boisterous fun in performances across all 50 U.S. states and over 30 countries.
Celebrating over a quarter century of music making, the twiceGrammy-nominated Imani Winds has led both a revolution and evolution of the wind quintet
through their dynamic playing, adventurous programming, imaginative collaborations and outreach endeavors that have inspired audiences of all ages and backgrounds.
The ensemble’s playlist embraces traditional chamber music repertoire, and newly commissioned works from voices that reflect historical events and the times in which we currently live. Tickets are available from $40 for adults and $35 for youth ages 6-17. Please visit ArmstrongAuditorium. org or call the Box Office at (405) 285-1010.
Above, from left: Kim Mosburg, 2025 arrangements chairman; Abbey Sullivan, 2025 arrangements Committee; and Nancy Seely, 2025 arrangements chairman. At right: Janienne Bella, GSWESTOK CEO; Jessica Lamb, GSWESTOK resource development manager; Jill Trauschke, 2025 luncheon co-chairman; Ann-Clore Duncan, 2025 honorary chairman; Christi Woodworth, 2025 luncheon co-chairman, and Candice Hillenbrand, GSWESTOK chief resource officer.
LUNCHEON
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everyone in attendance.”
Since 2004, the annual JLLS luncheon has raised more than $6 million to support Girl Scouts programming. Last year’s milestone anniversary luncheon raised more than $400,000 and attracted a record crowd, including several founders of the inaugural luncheon.
“Now more than ever, it’s important to support organizations like Girl Scouts that expose young girls to offline
activities allowing them to take part in activities that pique their interests, connect with nature and make genuine friendships,” said Woodworth.
Honorary chair for the 2025 luncheon is Ann-Clore Duncan, a dedicated supporter of Girl Scouts Western Oklahoma and long-time member of JLLS whose community work also includes serving on boards for the Oklahoma Policy Institute and the Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum.
For more information about the luncheon, visit gswestok.org/ jlls.
Girl Scouts : Located in 39 Oklahoma counties in the state's central, southwest, and northwest regions, Girl Scouts Western Oklahoma builds girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. Through leadershipbuilding programs, GSWESTOK offers girls pathways to explore their interests - including STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math), healthy lifestyles and activities like our High Adventure Team and summer camps, and community service projects through our bronze, silver and gold awards.
Lance, Muncrief named to OMRF Board
The Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation Board of Directors welcomed two new members and honored two others during its semiannual meeting.
Joining the Board are Sherri Lance of Sulphur and Gail Muncrief of Edmond.
Lance and her husband, Bill, served as this year’s sponsorship chairs of 241, OMRF’s largest annual fundraising event. She is president and managing partner of Gaming Capital Group. She also serves on the boards of United Way of Central Oklahoma, Integris Health, and the Oklahoma Association on Problem Gambling.
Muncrief and her husband, Rick, are major supporters of the foundation’s Multiple Sclerosis Center of Excellence. Earlier this year, they made a $1.5 million gift for MS care and research. She serves as a trustee of the Oklahoma City Memorial and Museum, the Oklahoma State University Foundation, and the national Chi Omega Foundation.
The Board also elected Carl Edwards of Oklahoma City and Ross Swimmer of Tulsa as life directors.
Edwards has served on the Board since 2010. He has chaired the Board’s Technology Ventures Committee and played a pivotal role in establishing a partnership between OMRF and the Presbyterian Health Foundation, where he served as chair for 17 years.
Swimmer has been an OMRF Board mem-
ber since 1989. A former principal chief of the Cherokee Nation and assistant secretary of Indian Affairs under President Ronald Reagan, Swimmer has been instrumental in helping OMRF build relationships, support and visibility in the Tulsa area and within Oklahoma’s tribal communities.
OMRF’s Scientific Advisory Board also reviewed the Cardiovascular Biology Research Program. That program, led by Lijun Xia, M.D., Ph.D., studies the blood and other systems in the body that can contribute to a wide range of diseases, including heart attack, stroke and vision loss.
“This is an extremely strong research program,” said James Kirkland, M.D., of The Mayo Clinic, who chaired this year’s Scientific Advisory Board. “OMRF is a real gem in the state and in this part of the country.”
Composed of six distinguished scientists
from universities and research institutes across the country, the Scientific Advisory Board provides a rigorous outside review the foundation’s research programs to ensure OMRF maintains the highest scientific standards.
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Patty Brumbaugh, 2025 membership committee; and Lisa Dodson, 2025 sponsorship committee.
SHERRI LANCE
GAIL MUNCRIEF
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
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city of Nichols hills
COMMISSION – CITY OF NICHOLS HILLS, OKLAHOMA CERTIFICATE OF APPROVAL APPLICATION
Notice is hereby given that an Application for a Certificate of Approval from the Nichols Hills Building Commission has been filed by the following applicant as to the following project:
Applicant: Andrew C. Thomas BC-2025-01
Proposed project: Construction of an addition to an existing main dwelling
Proposed project’s address or descriptive location: 1605 Drury Lane
The Application and supporting documentation may be inspected in the office of the City Clerk during regular business hours. No later than the Friday preceding the hearing, the full application and supporting documents will be posted at www.nicholshills-ok.gov.
This Application will be considered at a public hearing to be held by the Nichols Hills Building Commission on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at 4:00 p.m.
hearing will be held in the Council Chambers at Nichols
Avondale Drive, Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, 73116.
Any person objecting to or supporting this Application may appear
the Nichols Hills Building Commission on the above public hearing date and
cause why the proposed Application should be approved or disapproved. Further, written support or protest regarding the Application may be filed with the City Clerk at 6407 Avondale Drive, Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, 73116, provided it is received by the City Clerk not less than three days before the public hearing.
Dated this 6th day of January 2025
Amanda Copeland, City Clerk City of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma
(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, January 17, 2025)
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
BUILDING COMMISSION – CITY OF NICHOLS HILLS, OKLAHOMA CERTIFICATE OF APPROVAL APPLICATION
Notice is hereby given that an Application for a Certificate of Approval from the Nichols Hills Building Commission has been filed by the following applicant as to the following project:
Applicant: Majestic Construction LLC BC-2025-02
Proposed project: Demolition and construction of a main dwelling
Proposed project’s address or descriptive location: 1819 Guilford Lane
The Application and supporting documentation may be inspected in the office of the City Clerk during regular business hours. No later than the Friday preceding the hearing, the full application and supporting documents will be posted at www.nicholshills-ok.gov.
This Application will be considered at a public hearing to be held by the Nichols Hills Building Commission on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. This public hearing will be held in the Council Chambers at Nichols Hills City Hall, 6407 Avondale Drive, Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, 73116.
Any person objecting to or supporting this Application may appear before the Nichols Hills Building Commission on the above public hearing date and show cause why the proposed Application should be approved or disapproved. Further, written support or protest regarding the Application may be filed with the City Clerk at 6407 Avondale Drive, Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, 73116, provided it is received by the City Clerk not less than three days before the public hearing. Dated this 6th day of January 2025 Amanda Copeland, City Clerk City of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma
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National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum unveils Cowboy Boots – From Roundups to Runways
Starting Feb. 7, 2025, the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum is proud to unveil Cowboy Boots: From Roundups to Runways, a captivating new exhibition presented by Lucchese Bookmaker that takes visitors on a journey through the history, craftsmanship and cultural impact of one of the most iconic symbols of the American West: the cowboy boot.
The exhibition will run through May 4, 2025, offering a rare opportunity to explore the evolution of this
3rd Act Theatre Company, a 501(c)(3) non-profit theatre organization based in Oklahoma City, is thrilled to announce its upcoming production of Medea written by Euripides, translated by Ian Johnson, and adapted and directed by Kate Adams Liore. In this bold 1950sera adaptation of Euripides’ Medea, 3rd Act Theatre Company reimagines the classic tale of scorn and revenge as one of selfdiscovery and female empowerment. The narrative centers on Medea who, after abandoning her family to marry the charming and ambitious Jason, is cast aside when he chooses to marry the daughter of the powerful General Creon to secure his advance-
timeless piece of footwear that has become an enduring symbol around the world of rugged individualism and the cowboy persona. From its origins in the post-Civil War American West, during its heyday as an essential part of a working cowboy’s toolkit on cattle trails, to its rise to mainstream prominence in the early 20th century and its reemergence in pop culture as a fashion status symbol in the 21st century, the cowboy boot’s story is intertwined with both
ment. Betrayed and ultimately banished, Medea vows revenge on all who have wronged her. But as her fury and resolve grow, Medea must confront the cost of reclaiming her identity and freedom. 3rd Act’s production of this updated Greek tragedy stars Sydney Bruner making her 3rd Act debut as the titular Medea, with a dynamic cast of local talent including Ian Clinton, Don Taylor, Rachel Schelen, Joe Kelley, Savannah Dillard, Bailey Lucien, and Lindsey Rollins, and JD Rodgers also making their 3rd Act debut.
Content Advisory: This production contains adult language and themes including intimacy, love, violence, and death
American history and contemporary culture. Visitors will discover how the basic form of the cowboy boot — from the toe box to the pull straps, from the ornate to the understated — has endured, remaining virtually unchanged for over 160 years. From the heel to the toe bug, guests will discover the function and craftsmanship behind each component and learn how each detail serves both practical and aesthetic purposes.
“This exhibition offers a unique oppor-
(maternal filicide). The production portrays microaggressions towards women of color and uses misogynistic language.
The theatre is conveniently located in the Shoppes at Northpark at the corner of NW 122nd and N. May Ave. For more information and tickets visit 3rdacttheatreco.com Facebook page. For inquiries, please contact info@3rdacttheatreco. com or call the box office at 405-593-8093.
Performance Schedule: Jan. 17 – Feb. 2
Performances on Jan. 17, 18, 24, 25, and 31 and Feb. 1 at 8:00 pm.
Performances on Jan. 26 and Feb. 2 at 2:30 pm.
tunity to examine the lasting legacy of the cowboy boot, which has played such a pivotal role in the landscape of the American West,” said David Davis, chief curatorial officer at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum. “It will highlight some of the most extraordinary cowboy boots ever created, offering a one-ofa-kind look at this cultural icon.”
Through a combination of artifacts, artworks, larger-than-life color graphics, video and audio presentations, guests will get a firsthand look at how cowboy boots are made and learn about the master craftsmen who transform them into works of art. They can view custom-made boots and those worn by famous individuals, compare their own footwear to famous boot prints, and even
design their own cowboy boot on a touchscreen.
The exhibition will also feature boots from rodeo athletes, musicians and actors, demonstrating how the cowboy boot has transcended its origins to become a canvas for personal expression.
The exhibition is made possible by Presenting Sponsor Lucchese Bootmaker, a leader in the art of bootmaking. The National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum is excited to partner with them to bring this exhibition to life and provide an unparalleled look at the fascinating history and enduring appeal of the cowboy boot as both a functional tool and a work of art.
For more information, please nationalcowboymuseum.org/ exhibitions/cowboyboots/.
Did You Know? Enclosed Docks and Fishing
As cold weather causes many anglers to stop fishing, Oklahoma offers a solution with its enclosed dock houses, allowing fishing year-round in even the harshest winter conditions. These dock houses are located in prime fishing areas, with daily fees ranging from $2 to $5. Anglers can try their luck with jigs, minnows, or small lures to catch dinner or simply enjoy the experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn from other anglers and enjoy a unique fishing environment.
Some of these dock houses can be found at:
- Claremore Lake - Lake Eufaula
- Fort Gibson Lake
- Grand Lake
- Hudson Lake
- Keystone Lake - Lake Hefner
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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 Wilshire Village Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 888-9822 boutiqueone.store
The Learning Tree 7638 N. Western Wilshire Village (405) 848-1415 learningtreeokc.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
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
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Papa Dios 10712 N May, Suite D Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 755-2255 papadiosokc.com
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Denner Roofing Co. LLC 6608 N. Western Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 848-4411 dennerroofing.com
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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
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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
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3rd Act Theatre Company presents Medea
OPINION OPINION O O UR UR S S TAND TAND
“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.
Get ready for scams in the digital age
By Glen Mulready Oklahoma Insurance Commissioner
Technology has made our lives more convenient by transforming pen-and-paper processes into simple, one-click tasks and providing easier access to more information. However, these advancements have also created opportunities for fraudsters to exploit us, particularly older adults.
According to the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center, in 2023,
over 100,000 complaints came from adults aged 60 and older, resulting in losses exceeding $3.4 billion—an 11% increase from 2022. Fraud and scams are not going away, but you don't have to be a victim, which is why I want to share information to help Oklahomans get ready for these threats.
The first step in safeguarding against scams is knowing how to identify them. Some of the most common scams include: Phishing: Scammers
send fraudulent emails, text messages, and social media messages designed to trick you into revealing personal or financial information and passwords or downloading malicious software onto your device.
Medicare and Health Insurance Fraud: Scammers obtain personal information, such as Social Security or Medicare numbers, and file fraudulent claims. According to the Department of Health and Human Services, its watchdog agency, the Office of Inspector General, recovered $3.4 billion in false and fraudulent claims in 2023, as reported in December 2024.
Tech Support Scams: Fraudsters impersonate
tech support representatives to gain access to your devices.
So, how can you protect yourself from these scams? A general guideline is to stay alert and skeptical. Always ask yourself if you were expecting a text, email, social media message, or phone call. If something is too good to be true, it most often is. Be wary of messages that use urgent language, encouraging you to act quickly. Moreover, avoid sharing personal information online.
Do not disclose your Social Security or insurance details to individuals or on untrustworthy websites. Medicare or the Social Security Administration will not call you asking for your Medicare or Social Secu-
Dear Wise Elder: After attending the monthly Senior Living Truth Series and monthly Positive Aging, I began to ask myself, “What is my Plan for Aging Successfully?” I’m as prepared as I know to be. The house is debt free; I’ve installed some safety features; I have a trust; I’m in good health for a 70-yearold, and I have a little money saved. What more do I need to do?
Dear What More: There is always more. Hold a family meeting and talk through each document and all you
rity number. Additionally, monitor your finances for any discrepancies or unauthorized activities.
If you suspect fraud, you must report it immediately. Report suspicious emails or messages, such as phishing attempts, and block scammers' social media profiles and phone numbers. You can report Medicare fraud by calling 800-633-4227 or visiting the Office of Inspector General's website. For financial fraud, such as unauthorized credit or debit card charges, contact your financial institution immediately to report the suspicious activity. If you believe your identity has been compromised, contact the three major credit bureaus to
have done. Be sure and include others who are listed as power of attorney and trustees. Then take the GIFT Workshop offered by Villages OKC to make sure you have it all. t is a member benefit of VillagesOKC or a for a modest fee as a guest. In four weeks, you will have the opportunity to create your own notebook with your preferences that fill the gaps after you have the legal documents.
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freeze your credit and report it to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) at IdentityTheft.gov. While the digital revolution has made our lives easier, it has also introduced various threats. By staying informed and learning to recognize these threats, you can secure your digital footprint and Get Ready for scams and fraud. For insurance-related inquiries, please call the Oklahoma Insurance Department at (800) 5220071 or visit oid.ok.gov. If you have any questions about Medicare, please contact the Senior Health Insurance Counseling Program at (800) 763-2828 or (405) 4216628 or visit map.oid.ok.gov.
Oklahoma Center for Nonprofits presents Vision Awards
The Oklahoma Center for Nonprofits hosted its annual Vision Awards. Visions Steering Committee
Chairman Bob Spinks, left, and center President and CEO Marnie Taylor, right, present the Rodney Blevens Innovation Award to Oklahoma Public Schools Foundation President & CEO Mary MelonTully, center. At right: BancFirst’s Charlie Swinton accepts the Shirley Shanker Volunteer Award. At far right: Senator Kay Floyd is the recipient of the President’s Award.
Kathy Williams and Valerie Aubert catch up at the event.
From left: David Sine, Jeri Holmes, and Lindy and John Ritz attend the Visions Awards Ceremony at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum.
- Photos by Rose Lane
At left: Debby Hampton and Patti Mellow. At right: A.J. Griffin and Molly Helms.
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students to know that their circumstances didn’t have to define their destiny and that through education there is no obstacle that cannot be overcome.”
Beyond her professional life, she is an active and engaged community member, providing leadership to various corporate, civic, and charitable organizations.
Dr. Jones serves as a board director for BancFirst and BancFirst Corporation, South Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce, Oklahoma Hall of Fame, Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation, Oklahoma Philharmonic Society, Oklahoma Watch, the Oklahoma City and County Historical Society and the Oklahoma City Industrial & Cultural Facilities Trust.
Furthermore, she is a Salt and Light Leadership (SALLT) Fellow, a graduate of Leadership Oklahoma City (Class XXIX), a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., VEST, Rotary Club 29, Oklahoma County Bar Auxiliary and Visionary Women of Oklahoma (VOW). She is also a member of Young President’s Organization (YPO).
Numerous organizations have honored Dr. Jones for her service and leadership to Oklahoma and the nation.
Her accolades are many. Dr. Jones received the 100 Women to Know Across North America Award. The Oklahoma Hispanic Institute honored her with the Vision Engagement and Pursuit Award for her efforts in advancing the history, culture, education, economic and community stature of the Hispanic communities.
In addition, she was inducted into the Oklahoma African American Educators Hall of Fame in 2022.
Dr. Jones was awarded the 2021 National Mother of the Year and 2021 Oklahoma Mother of the Year by
American Mothers, Inc. Forbes magazine recognized Dr. Jones as one of the ten top Black Higher Education CEOs to watch in 2023. Fortune Magazine, American Association of Community Colleges Journal, Diverse Issues in Higher Education and Black Enterprise Magazine have also featured Dr. Jones and her achievements.
Cearley said her dear friend “sees every accomplishment through the lens of how many people it allows her to help.
“Her visionary leadership and heartfelt dedication have touched countless lives, including mine.”
With a shared mentor and friend, Cannon said she and Dr. Jones care deeply about the legacy of Gray Federickson, whom they believe serves as the bedrock of the Oklahoma entertainment industry.
“I love to see Dr. Jones continuing that legacy by uplifting community and fostering opportunity to her student.
“Like Gray, she represents the best of Oklahoma’s spirit: innovation, generosity and the drive to make a difference.”
Above: Dr. Mautra Jones with her daughter Kennedy Claire. At left: At a young age, Jones already appreciated the value of education.
An evening with Kristin Chenoweth
From left: Henry Browne, Annie Bohanon, Marilyn Meade, Polly Nichols, Jeanette Elliott and Karen and Bob Browne.
At left: Andy and Karen Rieger. At right: Steve Mason and Deborah McAuliff Senner. Far right: Davonna and Carl Milam.
Oklahoma Contemporary hosted An Evening with Kristin Chenoweth to benefit its educational programs and the entertainer’s Broadway Bootcamp.
Above: J.R. and Patsy Homsey. At right: Susan Jordan and Jill Williams.
Lauren OttawayJohnson and her husband Rich. The Tony and Emmy Award-winning artist performed in a cabaret setting in the Te Ata Theatre.
-Photos by Rose Lane
