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OKC FRIDAY

United Way celebrates $19 million campaign, 100 years of giving

By Rose Lane Editor

The United Way of Central Oklahoma (UWCO) celebrated the close of its annual fundraising campaign with the United Way Gala at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, where the organization announced that a grand total of $19,055,547 million was raised.

The event also recognized three community leaders, the campaign cochairmen and the board president, Sherri Lance, and toasted the organization’s 100th year of giving.

“We are immensely grateful to have received more than $19 million to support the health of central Oklahomans,” Shane Wharton, who co-chaired the 2022 UWCO campaign with his wife, Lori, said. “We couldn’t be more thankful to start our 100th Anniversary year with this amazing success. Thank you to our generous donors, volunteers and Partner Agencies for giving the gift of

hope to our neighbors in need.”

The United Way Gala, which served as the official kickoff to UWCO’s 100th Anniversary year, also recognized three community leaders who exemplify compassion for others, with the organization’s most prestigious volunteer awards.

Jean Leger, a retired OG&E vice president, is the recipient of the Ray Ackerman Leadership Award. This honor recognizes those who share Ackerman’s tireless efforts and devotion to United Way’s mission and set the standard for volunteering, leadership and caring. Leger has been involved with United Way for many years and served on the board of directors, as well as the Community Investment Committee’s chairman.

Another honoree is Bill Citty, former Oklahoma City police chief. Citty received the John and Berta Faye Rex Community Builder Award, which recognizes individuals

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United Way celebrates successful campaign

State’s most tenured city manager is retiring from The Village

By Eric Oesch Staff Writer

When Bruce Stone was hired as City Manager of The Village in 1985, postage stamps were 22 cents, eggs were $1 a dozen and the average price for a gallon of unleaded gas was $1.20.

A lot has changed in the 37 years Stone has led the northwest Oklahoma City suburb and as he retires as Oklahoma’s longest serving city manager, Stone is leaving the City of The Village a much different place than when he arrived.

Stone, who has a clever sense of humor said, “I was born in Cleveland, Ohio at a very young age.” He grew up with his brother and sister living all over the United States and abroad as his father was employed with the U.S. Agency for International Development following a career in the Army. His father’s military career took the

Lyric details 60th anniversary season

Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma is celebrating its 60th anniversary season this year with seven spectacular performances at the beloved Plaza Theatre and majestic Civic Center Music Hall.

Lyric's 2023 anniversary season includes five mainstage productions – “The Play That Goes Wrong” (April 5-23), “The Sound of Music” (June 27-July 2), “The Prom “(July 11-16), “Ain’t Misbehavin’” (July 2530) and “Concerto” (Sept. 13-Oct. 1).

Season add-ons include “Big River: Theatre For Young Audiences Version” (Feb. 16-March 11) and Lyric's 13th annual production of “A

Christmas Carol” (Nov. 24–Dec. 24).

“The future is bright for Lyric Theatre, which was recently named the Official State Theatre of Oklahoma, and we are celebrating all year long,” said Michael Baron, Lyric’s producing artistic director.

“We are busy creating a dynamic season with fresh looks at classic musicals, world and regional premieres and a new spectacular production of Lyric’s ‘A Christmas Carol.’ We are producing at full capacity and I am excited to welcome returning and new theatre

family to numerous Army bases in the states and abroad including, Japan, Germany, Vietnam, Thailand and Laos. His mother, mostly a homemaker, worked several years as the director of the U.S. Information Service in Savannakhet, Laos.

Maybe that’s why he’s always been, “pretty good at foreign languages.”

“My first exposure to tonal language was in 1958 when my father was at the Army Language School in Monterrey, Calif.,” said Stone. “He was fluent in Vietnamese, compliments of the Army. So, my ear got used to the tonal sounds at a very early age.

“I am fluent and can read and write Laotian. I also speak and read Thai, especially the northern Thai dialect called Thai Esan,” he said. “I don’t think I could be considered

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Stone to continue as interim

By Eric Oesch Staff Writer

Longtime city manager of The Village, Bruce Stone, is to officially retire from the position he has held for over 37 years at the end of January. His pending retirement was the focus of discussion at last week’s City Council meeting where members approved an agreement to retain Stone as its interim city

Dog of the Week

This is Walter Shapard Jacobsen (“Wally”). He is a Basset Hound and Beagle mix who spent the first 5+ years of his life in a laboratory being tested on. The Beagle Freedom Project (www.bfp.org) rescued him last fall.

We adopted him in December from the BFP. He is like a cartoon character – silly, funny, awkward, happy to chase squirrels, go on walks and snuggle-up and sleep in a comfy chair, but most of all, he absolutely LOVES getting lots of love and attention from his human brothers, Teddy and Tucker Jacobsen, and his parents, Jeff and Nicole Jacobsen ... and anyone else willing to rub his belly and scratch his long hound-dog ears.

- Photo by Beau Brand

Wife Tim and retiring The Village City Manager Bruce Stone with Vice Mayor Wynter Griffis during a retirement reception at City Hall.

United Way President and CEO Debby Hampton, campaign Co-Chairmen Shane and Lori Wharton and board Chainman Sherri Lance unveil the total of the 2022 campaign.

- Photo by Rose Lane

Chairman’s Cup

who share the Rexes’ vision in finding longterm solutions to community needs. He has served numerous professional organizations, as well as many nonprofits, including Palomar and UWCO partner agencies, including Boys & Girls Clubs of Oklahoma County, ReMerge and YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City.

Presented to Larry Nichols, the Richard H. Clements Lifetime Achievement Award honors individuals who have a lifelong dedication to volunteering, leadership and philanthropy not only to United Way but to the community as a whole. Nichols is a long-time supporter of UWCO and co-chaired the organization’s fundraising campaigns in 2007, raising more than $18 million. He also served as the nonprofit’s board chairman from 2015-2016.

“We are incredibly honored to recognize these individuals for their commitment to our community, especially during this gala that kicks off our 100th Anniversary,” UWCO President and CEO Debby Hampton said. “They join a long list of Oklahoma leaders that have supported United Way of Central Oklahoma since 1923, and we are grateful for their years of dedication.”

During the event, other award winners, volunteers and Partner Agencies were recognized for their efforts throughout 2022, as well. Sunbeam Family Services is the recipient of the Doug Stussi Financial Stewardship Award for integrating services at their early childhood and education center. Variety Care was awarded the Wharton Family Mental Health Award for putting the mental and physical wellbeing of Oklahomans first.

Representatives of the United Way’s original partner agencies presented the Chairman’s Cup to Lance. The Whartons received replicas of the United Way bell for their service.

It was also announced that Natalie Shirley and Robert Clements are the 2023 campaign co-chairmen.

UWCO has been serving the central Oklahoma community for 100 years, and this gala highlighted a century of giving. UWCO will be highlighting its 100th Anniversary milestone through special events and initiatives for the duration of 2023.

UWCO campaign total: By the numbers

The $19 million campaign total was the culmination of 11 campaigns and initiatives that occurred throughout the year as described below.

United Way of Central Oklahoma ensures that all contributions comply with our proven standards of program and donor accountability.

• United Way of Central Oklahoma$13,467,180 contributed to support 54 Partner Agencies servingcentral Oklahoma.

• State Charitable Campaign$336,453 contributed through State of Oklahoma employee campaigns.

• Heart of the City Campaign$554,613 contributed through City of Oklahoma City employee campaigns.

• United Way of Canadian County$200,486 contributed to support 17 Partner Agencies serving Canadian County.

• United Way of Logan County$206,086 contributed to support 10 Partner Agencies serving Logan County.

• Combined Federal Campaign ­

$78,253 contributed through federal employee campaigns.

• EmbraceOKC ­ $350,253 contributed to support behavioral health improvements in Oklahoma City Public Schools.

• Donor­Directed Donations$3,068,160 contributed by donors and directed to specific United Way of Central Oklahoma Partner Agencies through board­approved programs.

• Restricted Grants ­ $413,323 contributed to support specific initiatives as outlined by grant agreements.

• Endowment Gifts ­ $378,996 contributed to support United Way of Central Oklahoma’s Endowment. The longterm goal for this fund is to cover operating expenses, allowing every donated dollar to be 100% committed to funded programs and initiatives.

• COVID­19 Response Fund ­ $1,744 contributed to support United Way Partner Agencies in addressing COVID19 related needs.

United Way Board

Chairman Sherri Lance accepts the Chairman’s Cup from leaders of the organization’s original partner agencies. From left: Jan Peery, YWCA; Sarah Rahhal, Sunbeam Family Services; Kelly Kay, YMCA; Jeff Woolsey, Last Frontier Council of the Boy Scouts of America; and Major Charles Powell, Salvation Army.

Above: UWCO Board Chairman Sherri Lance presents former OKC Police Chief Bill Citty with the John and Berta Faye Rex Community Builder Award.

At left: Larry Nichols with the Richard H. Clements Lifetime Achievement Award.

- Photos by Fran Kozakowski

United Way of Central Oklahoma

Honoree

United Way of Central Oklahoma Board Chairman Sherri Lance presents the Ray Ackerman Leadership Award to Jean C. Leger, Jr. UWCO celebrated its campaign total and 100 years of giving during the annual gala at the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum.

Lori and Shane Wharton, 2022 campaign cochairmen, with replicas of the bell that is rung when donations come in to the United Way office. Below: Attending the gala are, left, Catherine and Oklahoma Blood Institute President and CEO John Armitage; and right, OKC National Memorial and Museum Executive Director Kari Watkins and honoree  Larry Nichols’ daughter Sally Starling.

- Photos by Fran Kozakowski

lovers from around the state and country to experience live theatre created right here in Oklahoma!

Happy 60th Anniversary to Lyric artists and patrons across the globe

who made this celebration possible!”

The Diamond Anniversary Season begins with Lyric’s fifth installment in its Theatre for Young Audiences series, “Big River: Theatre For Young Audiences Version.” Broadway’s Tony Award-winning musical is re-envisioned

in an all-new, hour-long version of Mark Twain’s popular novel. With adjustments made for period-specific language and updating the roles of Jim and Huck, this tale of friendship-against-all-theodds is re-imagined for two best friends who show a path to a better world. A co-production

with Adventure Theatre MTC, in association with Rodgers and Hammerstein Theatricals and First Stage Milwaukee, this new version of Big River will be directed by Michael Baron, with Monique Midgette serving as associate director and Lauren Harrison as assistant director. The production is to be staged at Lyric’s Plaza Theatre.

In April, Lyric presents the Oklahoma City professional premiere of “The Play That Goes Wrong” at the Plaza Theatre. Described as what would happen if Sherlock Holmes and Monty Python had a Broadway baby, this classic murder mystery is chock-full of mishaps and madcap mania. Welcome to opening night of The Murder at Haversham Manor, where things are quickly going from bad to utterly disastrous for this performing arts troupe. With an unconscious leading lady, a corpse that can’t play dead and actors who trip over everything –including their lines – it is sure to bring the house down, quite literally! “The Play That Goes Wrong” is to be directed by Ashley Wells, assisted by Sydney Sinclair.

Lyric's family favorite feature, “The Sound of Music,” kicks off the summer season at the Civic Center in June. After a 16year hiatus, Lyric’s stage is alive again with Rodgers and Hammerstein’s beloved family favorite, in an all-new production featuring a 75member cast and live orchestra. Your spirits should soar to the Tony, Grammy and Oscar-winning score, including “Climb Ev’ry Mountain,” “My Favorite Things,” “Do Re Mi,” “Edelweiss,” “Sixteen Going on Seventeen” and the title number, “The Sound of Music.” Hailed as one of the world’s most beloved musicals and perfect for audiences of all ages, the production is presented in collaboration with Canterbury Voices. “The Sound of Music” is to be directed by W. Jerome Stevenson.

Then, in July, it is time to dance, as Lyric shares

with audiences a brandnew high school musical with the Oklahoma premiere of “The Prom.” Following a hit Broadway run and feature film, this hysterical and joyous new musical follows four big Broadway stars on a mission to change the world and the love they discover that unites them all.

Winner of the Drama Desk Award for Best Musical, “The Prom” captures all the humor and heart of a classic musical comedy while celebrating LGBTQIA+ diversity with a universal message of love and acceptance. The production is directed by Michael Baron, assisted by Carly Conklin.

Closing out the mainstage season at the Civic Center, Lyric steps back in time to 1920s Harlem with “Ain’t Misbehavin’,” featuring the wit and energy of one of the most dynamic periods in American music history. Lyric’s vibrant, new production of the Tony Award-winning musical celebrates the music of legendary Fats Waller and the great artists of the Harlem Renaissance. It’ll rock your world with hits like “Honeysuckle Rose,” “Your Feet’s Too Big,” “T’aint Nobody’s Business if I Do,” and many more. Join Lyric for this fabulous musical bursting with spectacular jazz-era hits. Ain’t Misbehavin’ is directed by Monique Midgette.

Returning to the Plaza Theatre in September, Lyric presents the world premiere play, “Concerto,” by Alan Olejniczak. Discover the man behind the music and one of the most celebrated com-

posers of all time, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, and Nadezhda von Meck, the patroness who supported him. Concerto reveals the story behind the creation of the composer’s infamous 1878 violin concerto – a masterpiece that would become one of the most beloved concertos in musical history. The audience can look forward to being transported by a tale so few know with vivid characters from a gilded age, live music and a surprising true-to-life turn of events. Concerto is produced in collaboration with Maestro Alexander Mickelthwate of the Oklahoma City Philharmonic and is to be directed by Michael Baron.

The tree-topper to Lyric’s 2023 season, will be the 13th annual production of “A Christmas Carol” making its triumphant return to the Plaza Theatre. The beloved holiday tradition features all-new sets, costumes, lights, sounds and staging, thanks to a generous underwriting of title sponsor, Devon Energy. Join Ebenezer Scrooge, a host of ghosts and Charles Dickens’ characters as they spring to life in Lyric’s spectacular, new production. You’ll go from humbug to happy in one magical night at Lyric’s “A Christmas Carol,” co-directed by Michael Baron and Ashley Wells.

Season tickets are available for all five mainstage productions, starting at just $205 per subscription. For more information, visit LyricTheatreOKC.org or call Lyric's Box Office at (405) 524-9312.

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“Big River: Theatre For Young Audiences Version” runs Feb. 16-March 11 at Lyric’s Plaza Theatre.

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fluent in Mandarin, but I can get around okay. I know a little Vietnamese, but it is insanely hard to pronounce, much more difficult than Mandarin.”

While he spent his freshman and sophomore years at the American School of Vientiane, Laos, his junior and senior years were at Bristow High School back in Oklahoma. He attended Oklahoma State University and received a bachelor of arts degree in political science with a minor in economics.

Summers during high school were spent hauling hay at a ranch in Bristow, along with miscellaneous ranch jobs working cattle and fixing fences during the school term.

Stone’s first taste of city government came when he was hired as an assistant to the city manager of Stroud.

“I stumbled into the profession while in graduate school at OSU,” he said. “The city manager of Stroud was looking to hire an assistant and he contacted the Political Science Department at OSU. The head of the department recommended me as a candidate and the rest is history,” he said. “The City Council in Stroud considered me to be a ‘local’ because I graduated from Bristow, which is just east of Stroud.”

Stone was just 34 years old when he applied and was hired as city manager of The Village. He had previously served six years as assistant city manager to the then -city manager of Stroud, after which he served as city manager of Blackwell for a year. Upon his retirement with The Village, he has spent a total of 45 years (1978-2023) as a city manager in Oklahoma.

“I had my eye on The Village as early as 1981 when I applied to fill an opening at that time,” said Stone. “I didn’t make it, but I didn’t give up and reapplied when the position came open again in 1985. I wanted to be in a metropolitan area and The Village was a perfect place to live and work.”

Stone said he was extremely excited to be a part of the community as it was everything he expected and more.

“Conveniently located to all the amenities of the urban area with warm

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manager starting Feb. 1.

Stone serves in the interim capacity until Dave Slezickey begins his service to The Village as the new city manager of the Oklahoma City suburb of 9,500 residents on February 13.

Slezickey was hired as the city’s new city manager following a nation-

and friendly people, a great city staff and great city council members.”

Stone reminisced that longtime Village resident and former councilman, Stan Alexander, is the only surviving member of the City Council that hired him 37 years ago.

He remembers the most pressing issues facing The Village when he began his tenure as city manager were aging neighborhoods, an aging infrastructure and the growing need for strict codes and code enforcement.

As he reflected upon his time with the city, he recalled some of the most pressing issues he has faced as city manager including the rapid decline and eventual purchase and demolition of Whispering Hills (Vintage Lakes) apartments by the city, the loss of big retail including Albertson’s and Walmart, keeping up with infrastructure and the controversial resignation of a mayor.

“Losing Albertson’s and Walmart within a two-year span was the most challenging,” he recalls. “Those huge revenue losses directly led to the city’s inability to adequately fund improvements in infrastructure because the lion’s share of remaining resources were needed to fund our police and fire services, which account for approximately two thirds of the budget. Whispering Hills (Vintage Lakes) was probably second on the list.

“Ironically, both negatives directly led to a renaissance of sorts for The Village,” he recalled. “The dire condition of the city’s infrastructure led broad support to pass several bond issues which have made a gigantic impact and have allowed the city to catch up and make improvements on a scale that was never possible before.”

The redevelopment of the Vintage Lakes property created a spark that resulted in a decade or more growth spurt for The Village. Stone said, “It was also directly responsible for the creation of Tax Increment District No. 1, which is funding the transformative $6 million development now under construction near City Hall and on Vineyard Boulevard.”

For Stone, there are many highlights to his 37year tenure as city manager of The Village, but the naming of City Hall

wide search led by Mayor Sonny Wilkinson, Councilman Bubba Symes and City Attorney Jeff Sabin that began last October. He was previously city manager for the City of Kingfisher where he served for the past 10 years.

“The amount of time I will spend doing interim city manager duties will depend upon what the council wants me to do until Dave Slezickey takes the oath of office,”

after him is probably top of his list.

“Naming City Hall after me? Wow! That was a total surprise and great honor,” he said of the $1.39 million Bruce K. Stone Municipal Building that opened in September of 1994 to house the city’s administrative offices and police department. “The fact that they named the building after me was kept a secret until the City Council meeting when it was announced. I don’t know this for sure, but I believe former Mayor Hutch Hibbard was the driving force behind this.

“It’s not new anymore, but Village resident and architect, Tom Glover, did an amazing job that still stands the test of time,” he said. “People who come in for the first time often think the building is brand new!”

During his tenure Stone has worked with all types of councilmen and women, including the first woman, Hilda Blakely, who served 11 years on the council from 1989 to 2000.

“It is true that I have worked with many different personalities on the council over the years,” he recalled. “Every council has been a little different not only because of their differing personalities but also, and perhaps primarily, because of the things that matter to them the most as elected officials.

“Each council member has issues they feel are important,” he said. “In some cases, you might even describe these as ‘pet peeves.’ Paying attention to these is crucial. It’s extremely important to be responsive to the likes and dislikes of your bosses. To do otherwise could be dangerous.

“These nuances result in policies and actions by the city and these actions and policies evolves as

said Stone in a staff report to the City Council. “I’m hoping I will just be needed to put the agenda together for the meeting on Feb. 6 and do the minimal amount of work that must be done to make the transition go as smoothly as possible.

“After the interim period ends, I will be available to help until at least the middle of June, possibly longer,” he said. “I feel confident that Dave will be able to take

tion and has never been afraid to say ‘no’ to angry residents. He has dug in his heels and been steadfast on unpopular issues for the greater good of the community.”

the council evolves,” he added. “For example, earlier councils were dead set against incurring debt and were proud that The Village remained debt free up until 2018. Some council members in the past were not as receptive to development as others. Some Councils were in favor of aggressive traffic enforcement (circa 1980s), and The Village still has the reputation to this day of being a so called ‘speed trap’ even though we’re not nearly as strict as we once were.”

As he looks back, there are several council members that stand out in his mind — Wayne Schooley, Stan Alexander, Bubba Symes, Cathy Cummings and Sonny Wilkinson.

“There have been so many good ones, but if I have to single any out these are the ones,” he said. “Wayne Schooley, who served 46 years on the council, was quiet, insightful and extremely bright. Wayne was highly respected by his peers and the citizens of The Village. He was probably never a strong leader on the council, but when Wayne spoke, people listened.

“Stan Alexander, with 32 years on the council, was the moral compass of the council and brought much to the table with his experience in insurance. Bubba Symes, who is in his 20th year, has made me laugh more than all the other council members combined. His experience in construction and retail development has been extremely beneficial to the city and he has been a big factor in the ‘renaissance’ of the city.

“Cathy Cummings was the quintessential ambassador for The Village and connected with people in the community like no other I have seen,” he added. “And Sonny has been a strong leader, who leads with convic-

the ball and run with it with minimal assistance.”

After Slezickey takes office, Stone is to become an advisor to the city. The agreement with Stone ends June 30, but is to continue on a monthto-month basis.

“We are thrilled that Bruce has agreed to continue on in a consulting role to help with the transition of leadership at city hall,” said Mayor Wilkinson.

Stone and his wife Tim, who was born and raised in Laos, just celebrated their 49th wedding anniversary. Stone says that Tim’s Laotian name is Keohomchay, but Tim was the closest western equivalent, “so she changed her name to Tim when she became a naturalized citizen. In retrospect, based on the reaction and look I get from people when I say my wife’s name is Tim –maybe it should have been Timberly!”

The couple has three children and five grandchildren ranging in age

“I will miss my coworkers and the satisfaction that comes with solving problems and seeing capital improvements completed,” he said of his future. “There are a lot of things I won’t miss, such as answering questions from OKC FRIDAY, writing minutes, etc. I’m not naming names of those people I won’t miss… at least for now! And I will definitely not miss social media!

“I am absolutely optimistic about the future of the city,” he said. “The Village is remarkably resilient, and I would never bet against it. The table has been set and the foundation is in place for The Village to spring to the next level. The future is bright indeed.”

Retiring The Village City Manager Bruce Stone reads a card during his retirement party as City Treasurer Beverly Whitener looks on.

- Photo by Rose Lane

CONCERTS

Jan. 31 •

Bluegrass Show

Four great American bluegrass artists will perform together at Armstrong Auditorium on Tuesday, Jan. 31, at 7:30 pm. The five­time Grammy Award­winning classical/bluegrass bassist Edgar Meyer will be joined by mandolin virtuosos Sam Bush and Mike Marshall and Edgar’s son George on violin. Tickets start at $35 for adults and $30 for youth aged 6 and up (under 6 not recommended). For more info visit ArmstrongAuditorium.org or call the Box Office at (405) 285­1010.

Mar. 4 • Winter Jam

Winter Jam 2023 will be coming to Paycom Center on Saturday, Mar. 4. Get ready for We The Kingdom, Jeremy Camp, Andy Mineo, Anne Wilson and more for only $15 at the door. No tickets required.

Mar. 30 •

Stevie Nicks

Legendary Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Stevie Nicks has extended her touring run into 2023 with fourteen performances across the U.S. including a stop in OKC at the Paycom Center on March 30. Get tickets through ticketmaster.com.

Apr. 26 •

Feb. 16 and 18­19 • Lecture Series

Oklahoma City University’s annual Neustadt Lecture series will feature a presentation by playwright James Sherman at 1 pm Feb. 16 in the Bishop W. Angie Smith Chapel. The presentation will preview a staged reading of one of Sherman’s plays with showings at 8 pm Feb. 18 and 2 pm Feb. 19 in the Kirkpatrick Fine Arts Center at NW 24th and Blackwelder Ave. Admission to the lecture, titled “The Jewish Art of Marc Chagall,” and play, “Chagall in School,” are free to the public as a collaboration with the Jewish Theatre of Oklahoma. A talkback featuring Sherman and director Linda McDonald will follow the plays. For more information, visit jewishtheatreok.org.

Blues Traveler

On the heels of their successful 2022 35th Anniversary Tour, seminal six­time Platinum rockers Blues Traveler have announced a series of 2023 shows to coincide with the impending release of their Live and Acoustic: Fall of 1997 limited edition, double EP (Spring 2023). They are coming to the Jones Assembly, April 26. Doors open at 6 pm with full bar and walk­up food window available, standing room only.

The Six­Time, Platinum rockers will perform the hits that defined their 36­year career including songs from their latest Grammy®nominated album, Travelers Blue’s. See full details at thejonesassembly.com.

THEATRE

Jan. 27 – Feb. 12 • Girl ... Green Eyes 3rd Act Theatre Com­

pany, non­profit theatre company presents The Girl with the Green Eyes, written by Clyde Fitch and adapted and directed by Kate Adams as their third Noir production of Season 4: REGENERATE. Performances are each Friday and Saturday at 8 pm and Sundays at 2:30 pm. 3rd Act Theatre is located in the Shoppes at Northpark at 122nd and May Ave. Tickets are on sale at 3rdacttheatreco.com.

OKC THUNDER HOME GAMES Paycom Center 100 West Reno Ave.

Monday, Jan. 30 • Golden State Warriors 7:00 pm Saturday, Feb. 4 • Houston Rockets 7:00 pm Monday, Feb. 13 • New Orleans Pelicans 7:00 pm

Wednesday, Feb. 15 • Houston Rockets 7:00 pm

Stevie Nicks ­ March 30

Katt Williams ­ March 31

Kenny Chesney ­ Apr. 1

Walker Hayes ­ Apr. 22

Thomas Rhett ­ Aug. 17

Zoo Amphitheatre: Matchbox Twenty 2023 ­ June 21 Civic Center Music Hall:

All Quiet on the West Front, a German film based on the 1929 novel by Erich Maria Remarque, has been nominated for nine Academy Awards. The film, released in the US by Netflix, follows a German soldier who enlists in the army with his friends and quickly confronts the horrors of war on the battlefields and in the trenches of World War 1. The film has garnered Oscar nominations for Best Picture, Best International Film, Adapted Screenplay, Original Score, Sound, Production Design, Cinematography, Make-Up and Hairstyling, and Visual Effects.

This is the third film based on the novel All Quiet on the West Front. The other two were both in English. The first film from 1930 won the Oscar for Best Picture and Best Director for Lewis Milestone. The 1979 television movie starring Emmy winner Richard Thomas and Oscar winner Ernest Borgnine won the Golden Globe for Best Motion Picture Made for Television.

Nine nominations is huge for a foreign language film. The only foreign films with more nominations are Couching Tiger, Hidden Dragon from 2000, which won four Oscars from ten nominations, and the 2011 French made film The Artist, which won five Academy Awards from ten

nominations. The Artist was technically considered a silent movie, not a foreign language one.

This year, nine Oscar nominations ties the movie with The Banshees of Inisherin, an Irish film that has picked up several precursor awards and nominations The science fiction adventure movie Everything Everywhere All at Once leads the entire pack with eleven nominations.

Triangle of Sadness the English language debut of Swedish director Ruben Ostlund, is another well reviewed film that snuck into the Oscars inner circle. The film was nominated for Best Picture and Ostlund was nominated for Best Original Screenplay and Best Director, edging out Germany’s Edward Berger from All Quiet on the West Front.

Women Talking, the latest film from Oscar nominated writer and renowned director Sarah Polley, was nominated for Best Picture and Best Screenplay, but not for Best Director. This year’s Best Director nominees are all men, which is only surpris-

OKC Ballet, Cinderella ­ Feb. 10­12

Jesus Christ Superstar ­ Feb. 14­19

Kelli O’Hara ­ Feb. 24­25

The Texas Tenors ­ Mar. 17­18

Frozen ­ Mar. 22­Apr. 2

Amy Grant ­ Mar. 30

Other Events/Shows/Awards: Music of the Knights ­ Jan. 27

ing because the past two winners have both been women, Jane Campion for The Power of the Dog and Chloe Zhao for Nomadland Polley is certainly revered, but if a woman was going to be nominated this year, it would most likely have been Gina Prince-Bythewood, director of the historical epic and surprise box office hit The Woman King, starring Oscar winner Viola Davis

By far the biggest surprise in the acting categories is Best Actress nominee Andrea Riseborough from the movie To Leslie. The small drama, which also stars Oscar and Emmy winner Allison Janey, was released in October and made only $27,322 at the global box office. According to the LA Times, late in the campaign season, several high-profile stars saw the film and promoted Riseborough’s brilliant performance on social media, including Gwyneth Paltrow, Edward Norton, and Jennifer Aniston. Best Actress front runner Cate Blanchett even called out Riseborough’s performance in her Critics Choice Award speech. All of the attention was enough to catapult her to an Oscar nomination. Only time will tell if any of these surprising nominations will translate into Oscar gold.

Otto Frank ­ Jan. 27­28

Evening With Patsy Cline ­ Feb. 10­11

Dublin Irish Dance ­ Feb. 15

Big River ­ Feb.16­Mar.11

Arts! Arts! Arts! ­ Mar. 5

Brave Ball ­ Mar. 25

Western Heritage Awards ­ Apr. 14­15 Blues Traveler ­ Apr. 26

Arts! Arts! Arts! is the annual gala event for the Weitzenhoffer Family College of Fine Arts which has raised well over $1,500,000 in support of development opportunities for OU Fine Arts students and faculty. Your support directly contributes to the future success of its students, faculty and programs.

This year’s gala is Sunday, March 5 at the 21c Museum Hotel from 5:30 – 9 pm. Individual patron tickets are $250 and young patron tickets are $100 for patrons of the arts age 40 and under. Dress code is cocktail attire and valet parking is available. Link to get tickets is at ou.edu.

The event’s honorary chair is A. Max Weitzenhoffer with Vicki and R. Lynn Rose chairing. Kalin Morrow will receive the Arts Luminary Award.

Kalin Morrow is a U.S. born dancer, teacher and performer based in the Netherlands. Her early training was with Oklahoma City Ballet and under Kay Sandel, before graduating with honors from the University of Oklahoma in 2007 with a BFA in Dance (Ballet Performance). Ms. Morrow went on to dance with Nevada Ballet Theatre, BODYTRAFFIC, No)one. Art House, Wideman/Davis Dance and as a guest artist throughout L.A.

and Chicago.

After moving to Europe to work with Konzert Theatre Bern in Switzerland, she then freelanced. Most recently, she has worked closely as a dancer and assistant with both Maura Morales and Dunja Jocic. Her current work with Jocic continues into 2023 with a full evening solo entitled The Previous Owner. Ms. Morrow teaches for companies across Europe and the U.S. and is guest faculty at the Amsterdam School for the Arts.

By supporting Arts! Arts! Arts!, you are directly contributing to: • Underwriting distinguished guests

from NY, LA and Chicago who are serving as Zoom mentors for students

• Sending one student to a teacher training workshop in a location such as New York City

• Purchasing one bassoon or two oboes for our Music Education woodwind techniques class

• Providing as many as 10 pairs of pointe shoes or dancewear for our students

• Providing a new drawing board and other materials for our Still Life and Painting Studios

• Supporting a guest director for a School of Drama Lab show

• Purchasing one Boston upright piano

Harding Fine Arts entertains Art League

From left: Mary Ann Harroz, Pat Edwards, Susan Raupe and Fran Troiani during a meeting of the Oklahoma Art League. Harding Fine Arts Academy Music Department and Guitar Club provided the entertainment.

- Photos by Fran Kozakowski

Anne Gray and Linda Barnett enjoy the Art League presentation. Oklahoma Art League members Diana Robinson and Wiley Hugos.

Sports Weekly

BASKETBALL | CARL ALBERT TITAN CLASSIC

Panthers outlast Titans for title

In a battle of top 5 teams from two different classes, the Class 6A No. 3 PC North boys basketball team came away with a 6261 win over tournament host 5A No. 1 Carl Albert to claim the Titan Classic championship last Saturday in Midwest City.

C.J. Smith paced the Panthers (15-1) with 26 points, while Zander Baker and KeJuan Payne added eight points each.

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Smith and Baker were named as the tournament co-Most Valuable Players and Payne earned a spot on the All-Tournament team.

PC North rolled to a 55-42 win over Destiny Christian in Friday’s semifinals. Baker and Smith netted 16 points each to lead the way.

In Thursday’s opener, the Panthers dominated 5A No. 17 Glenpool for an 83-28 victory. Payne led a trio in double figures with 16 points, followed by Smith with 13 and Gerald Gordon with 12 points.

This Tuesday, PC

North is scheduled to host Midwest City at 7:30 p.m.

PANTHER GIRLS WIN CONSOLATION

After opening with a loss, the PC North girls rebounded to win two straight including a 5248 victory over Westmoore last Saturday afternoon to claim the consolation championship at the Carl

Albert Titan Classic.

The 6A No. 18 Panthers (7-7) outlasted 5A No. 19 Del City for a 49-48 overtime victory in last Friday’s consolation semifinals.

They opened on Thursday with a 56-50 loss to Glenpool.

Meanwhile, McGuinness suffered a 47-44 setback against Del City on Saturday to finish eighth in the tournament.

BASKETBALL ROUNDUP

The Irish (5-10) endured a 63-50 defeat against 6A No. 17 Westmoore on Friday in the consolation semifinals and a 67-45 loss to host 5A No. 2 Carl Albert in Thursday’s opener.

This week, McGuinness hosts Fridayland rival Harding Charter Prep at 6 p.m. and PC North entertains 6A No. 8 Midwest City on Tuesday, also at 6 p.m.

Knight boys top Community

As

Cal Furnish and Phoenix Woodson scored nine points each to lead the 4A No. 1 Knights (15-1), and Cam Parker added eight points.

Crossings visits 4A No. 7 OCS this Friday at 8 p.m. and John Marshall on Tuesday at 7:30 p.m.

ST. MARK’S TAKES DOWN CYCLONES IN SPC

Both Casady squads split a pair of Southwest Preparatory Conference counters last weekend in Texas.

On Saturday, the Cyclone boys suffered a 67-59 loss at St. Mark’s. Kaden Leache scored 15 points and

Chr.

Zac Dunn added 14 points to lead Casady (8-9).

Three players scored in double figures on Friday to help lead the Cyclones to a 59-52 win at Fort Worth-Country Day.

Dunn netted 18 points, as Leache and Peyton Mitchell-Johnson added 11 points each.

The Cyclone girls also endured a 47-32 setback at Hockaday on Saturday behind a team-best 20 points from Reagan Prestidge.

Casady started the road trip with a 31-30 triumph over Country Day. Prestidge and Avery Hart collected nine points each to lead the Cyclones (3-12).

This weekend, Casady hosts Trinity Valley on Friday starting at 5 p.m. and Greenhill on Saturday at 11:30 a.m. in SPC play.

PC North’s Zander Baker (1) and C.J. Smith (5) were named co-Most Valuable Players at the Carl Albert Titan Classic, and teammate KeJuan Payne (4) made the All-Tournament team for the champion Panthers.

- Photo by Richard Clifton, rtcditigalimages.zenfolio.com

one of only three Fridayland teams not to compete in a tournament, the Crossings Christian boys cruised to a 60-29 victory against Community Christian last Tuesday.

PC North’s C.J. Smith elevates to shoot a jumper against Carl Albert in the Titan Classic title game.

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Panthers, Rockets swim to gold medals at Harrah meet

Buoyed by an indvidiual gold medalists, along with a relay title, the PC North boys swimming team won the Harrah Invitational last week.

Bobby Cunningham paced the Panthers with a gold medal in the 100-yard breaststroke, winning by nearly 10 seconds in 1:11.

Cunningham teamed up with Noah Goggs, Phillip Tu and Jackson Lent to win the 200 medley relay by four seconds in 2:00.18.

PC North’s Andrea Hoang earned a gold medal in the 100 breaststroke with a winning time of 1:17.12 for the Panthers.

Two other athletes from Mount St. Mary also came away with event championships at Harrah.

Sydney Brown swept the freestyle distance events, winning the 200 free in 2:12.92 and the 500 free in 5:55.39.

Keegan Lassiter also grabbed a pair of gold medals in the 200

freestyle in 1:55.20 and the 100 butterfly in 56.55 seconds.

CHARGERS DO WELL AT BIXBY

Six Heritage Hall swimmers finished in the top 10 at the Bixby Invitational last week.

Ben Thomas and Audrey Flynn led the Chargers with a pair of fourth-place finishes in the 100 breaststroke and 200 individual medley (IM), respectively.

Addy Toll took sixth in the 100 backstroke, while Whitney Goodman placed eighth in the 100 freestyle and ninth in the 50 freestyle and Thomas was 10th in the 50 freestyle.

CYCLONES’ LU WINS EVENT

Casady’s Maddy Lu brought home gold and silver medals in two different events at Edmond.

Lu won the 50 breaststroke in 30.66 seconds, took second in the 100 IM in 1:04.28 and was fifth in th 50 butterfly for the Cyclones.

Ayden Kerr placed third in the 200 freestyle, as the only other Casasdy swimmer in the top 5.

BASKETBALL | TOURNAMENT ROUNDUP

Rockets top OCA to win Jones title

Mount St. Mary prevailed in a battle of ranked opponents as the Class 5A No. 13 Rockets outlasted 2A No. 3 Oklahoma Christian Academy for a 6861 win last Saturday night to capture the Jones Kiwanis Invitational championship.

In Friday’s semifinals, Mount St. Mary cruised to a 74-58 victory against Fridayland rival John Marshall and opened with a 57-43 triumph over Del City junior-varsity on Thursday.

4A No. 18 John Marshall, meanwhile, overcame the semifinal loss to pull away for a 63-52 win over host Jones to finish third in the tournament.

The Bears (11-7) also opened with an 83-31 triumph over Dale JV on Thursday.

In the girls’ bracket, Heritage Hall endured a 56-43 loss to Woodward to finish fourth at the Jones Kiwanis Invitational.

The Chargers (5-10) lost 64-22 to host 3A No. 3 Jones in the semifinals on Friday and opened with a 53-24 win over the El Reno JV on Thursday.

John Marshall placed sixth in the tournament after a 43-39 loss to OCA in the consolation championship game.

The Bears (9-9) claimed a 54-33 win over Mount St. Mary in Friday’s consolation semifinals but suffered a 67-30 setback to Life Prep on the opener on Thursday.

Meanwhile, Mount St. Mary rolled to a 4221 triumph over El

Reno JV on Saturday to finish in seventh place.

In addition to the loss to John Marshall, the Rockets (5-10) opened with a 62-57 setback against Woodward on Thursday.

This week, Mount St. Mary hosts Bethel on Friday with the girls starting at 6 p.m. and boys at 7:30 p.m.

John Marshall visits Millwood on Friday, while Heritage Hall travels to Bethany.

EAGLES NET BOBBY HICKS INV. CROWN

Cruising through the first two rounds, Harding Charter Prep eked out a 53-52 win over 2A No. 18 Christian Heritage to secure the Bobby Hicks Invitational championship trophy last Saturday at Little Axe.

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BASKETBALL

Antlers rout Memorial in final

Keyed by three players in double figures, the Deer Creek boys basketball team cruised to a 67-47 win over Edmond Memorial to claim the Bruce Gray Invitational championship last Saturday.

Jeremiah Deering paced the host Antlers (10-6) with 14 points. Clyde Davis contributed 13 points and Hudson Linsenmeyer chipped in 12 points.

Linsenmeyer and Davis were named coMost Valuable Players for the tournament and Ky Kougl received AllTournament honors.

Deer Creek also rolled to a 76-55 victory against Fridayland rival McGuinness in the semifinals on Friday. Kough led the way with 19 points, while Isaiah Wilks scored 12 points and Davis added 10 points.

In the opener on Thursday, the Antlers dominated Western Heights, 88-19, as Linsenmeyer netted a team-best 15 points and Davis had 12 points.

McGuinness rebounded from the loss to Deer Creek to escape with a 50-48 win over Class 5A No. 5 Holland Hall for third place. Price Bradley led the Irish (6-10) with 17 points.

Marcus James grabbed 15 points and 12 rebounds, while Bradley scored 10, against Deer Creek.

The Irish opened with a 67-62 triumph over Midwest City on Thursday, behind 22 points from Cooper Bradley and 21 from Price Bradley.

Meanwhile, Heritage Hall cruised to a 64-19 win against Western Heights on Saturday morning to claim seventh at the Bruce Gray.

Kyle McLaughlin led the Chargers (6-9) with 20 points and Rashaud Smith added 16 points.

Despite having three players in double figures, Heritage Hall suffered a 59-38 loss to Ponca City in the consolation semifinals on Friday. McLaughlin scored 20 points, followed by Orie Walker with 17 and Smith with 11 points.

Walker led another trio in double figures with 21 points in 58-56 setback against Memorial on Thursday. Smith notched 14 points and McLaughlin chipped in 11 points.

This week, Deer Creek visits Norman North on Friday, while McGuinness entertains Harding Charter Prep and Heritage Hall visits 4A No. 20 Bethany.

After opening with a pair of wins, the Harding Charter Prep girls fell in a 37-35 loss to 5A No. 6 Holland Hall last Saturday night to finish second at the Bruce Gray Invitational.

The 4A No. 8 Eagles (10-3) escaped with a 46-42 victory against Owasso in the semifinals on Friday and opened with a 70-4 drubbing of Western Heights on Thursday.

Meanwhile, host Deer Creek came away with a 52-45 win over Stillwater last Saturday afternoon to claim the consolation title.

Ava Farris paced the Antlers (7-9) with 15 points and Morgan Massey added 14.

On Friday, Farris scored a team-best 16 points and Imani Cudjoe contributed 14 points in a 67-8 victory against Western Heights in the consolation semifinals.

The Antlers opened on Thursday with a 5540 loss to Owasso, behind Massey’s 18 points and 14 by Farris.

This week, Harding Charter Prep visits McGuinness on Friday and Deer Creek travels to Norman North.

Royal girls win 4 straight games

Both Cristo Rey basketball teams enjoyed a big week, as the Royal girls have won four straight games and the boys are on a 3game winning streak.

The Cristo Rey girls cruised to a 35-19 win over the Oklahoma School for the Deaf, led by Keionna Tubbs with 10 points.

Meanwhile, the Cristo Rey boys picked up a 44-31 win over OSD as KeiShon Graim and Cain Morales

scored 14 points each.

Tubbs netted 15 points and Ahtziri Maciel had 14 points in helping the Royals (10-8) to a 5114 victory against the Trinity Tigers.

The Royals (10-8) also clipped Trinity, 55-51, behind Morales with 21 points and Graim with 17.

They opened the week with a 27-14 trumph over the Stillwater Spartans, behind Tubbs’ 10 points.

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EAGLE GIRLS FALL TO HOLLAND HALL

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Let’s work together to decrease child abuse, neglect deaths

By Joe Dorman President & CEO Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy

The tragic news coming from Cyril, Okla., regarding the death of 4year-old Athena Brownfield has brought forth as many questions as answers over the past few weeks.

For those not following the horrifying story, a postal worker reported to authorities a fiveyear-old was unattended and in a location where she was not supposed to be. This led to the investigation that found her four-year-old sister was missing and later found dead at the hands of their caregivers.

I want to extend thanks to all of those working on this case, but especially to the person who reported the incident. If not for this postal worker reporting an issue with her sister, there is no telling how long it would have gone with not knowing about the death of this child.

Unfortunately, this tragic tale is not unique. Under the most recent annual report provided by Oklahoma Human Services from July 2020 through June 2021, the abuse and neglect numbers are staggering.

Human Services received 76,546 reports and determined after screening that 36,299 of them met the definition

of abuse or neglect and required investigation or assessment.

While those numbers are of reports made, these can be of multiple children in families. The numbers for individual children are equally horrifying. There were 62,326 children for whom an investigation was completed. Of those, 14,466 had a substantiated case of child abuse or neglect. Athena and her sister will be two of the children that we will see in the 2023 numbers.

Frighteningly, these numbers are significantly lower than in previous years, likely due to the isolation from the pandemic and children

not being around those who might report cases of abuse and neglect.

Regarding child deaths, 42 young Oklahomans like Athena perished due to abuse and neglect cases in 2020, according to the Children’s Bureau of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

Some are going to look for those to blame. Many of these cases are resolved with an investigation by the state, once reported, but the abuse or neglect has likely been happening for much longer. In the local school system, if a child is being kept at home under the pretense of being homeschooled, local schools

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have no idea about what happens with these children. Additionally, there is no requirement under law for an annual well-being check by a pediatrician.

What can we do to help stop abuse and neglect? Answers are not easy. Under the guise of “parental rights,” the above scenarios will be hard to change.

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legal authorities first and not their direct supervisors in the school system.

If you feel the situation is an emergency, please call 911, and if you suspect an issue regarding a child facing abuse or neglect, call the Abuse and Neglect Hotline at 1-800-522-3511.

The old line, “If you see something, say something,” is very true concerning protecting our children. If we are all vigilant and serve as advocates, we can lower the number of tragedies seen in our state like that of Athena Brownfield.

For if we each do not watch out for Oklahoma’s children, who will?

YOUR FRIDAY CAUCUS

By Aaron L. Fetrow President of Heritage Hall

At Heritage Hall, we spend a lot of time discussing everything we offer; we are so proud of our academic programs, arts opportunities, and athletic championships. Years ago, “Heritage Hall has it all” was the slogan repeated in the community. While that may well be the case, I suggest that the time is right for a new perspective; this year, I want to promote something different that our school has that might be even more enticing: balance.

Balance is a tall order for a time in which all of us are conditioned to constantly achieve in all areas of our lives. Imagine how you might feel if you ate every item off of a fantastic buffet; too much of too many good things can result in less than optimal outcomes. So we strive for student well-being through our focus on rela-

Heritage Hall is a coeducational college preparatory

tionships and academic performance. We know that arts and athletics are excellent tools for character development. We know that we must create good citizens as well as pathways to higher learning. And most importantly, we know that success looks different for each student.

So until a child discovers where they wish to focus their energy and how to find their own balance, we as educators and parents must employ a little portion control. We allow them room to explore and the freedom to fail. We evaluate them on classroom performance as well as how happy they look when they walk down the hallway. We foster the education of the whole child as they find their path.

It’s true that finding the perfect balance for each student is aspirational, but each step toward that goal is an important step in the right direction.

ABOUT HERITAGE HALL

Heritage

Heritage

College

Heritage

Heritage Hall lower schoolers Tate Bleakley and Teo Gray enjoy working with clay during a crossage pottery class with Upper School Ceramics students.

school located in Oklahoma City.

As one of the few secular private schools in the state, we offer a

challenging academic curriculum for students in PS-12, as well as unique leadership opportunities, a wide spectrum of athletics, and a well-developed fine arts program.

Hall is ccredited by the Independent Schools Association of the Southwest (ISAS) and the Oklahoma Private School Accreditation Commission.

Hall is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools, National Association for College Admission Counseling, Great Plains Association for

Admission Counseling, Association of College Counselors in Independent School, and College Board.

Hall is also a member of the Cum

Laude Society: “The presence of a Cum Laude chapter at a secondary school is an indication that superior scholastic achievement is honored.”

— Cum Laude Website

Crossings Christian School strives to develop Christ-centered leaders

Crossings Christian School has been partnering with parents and church in the development of Christ-centered servant leaders since the year 2000.

With a starting preschool class of only 39 students, CCS has since grown to a fully enrolled preschool through twelfth grade college preparatory school of almost 1200. Sitting on over 30 acres, the $60 million campus offers three specific division schools within 250,000 square feet of academic space. In addition to classrooms, each division is outfitted with age appropriate computer and science labs, media centers, visual and performing fine arts space, and gymnasiums. The CCS campus is conveniently located in the heart of NW Oklahoma City and has been constructed through the generosity of its families and supporters allowing CCS to remain debt-free.

As a college preparatory

school, CCS offers rigorous academics through a fully certified staff of almost 150, 65% of whom hold advanced degrees. CCS academics include fast-paced courses at each level as well as 21 AP classes, including the AP Capstone Diploma, seven honors classes, and 20 on campus dual credit classes in the upper school division. Individualized support through reading specialists, Search and Teach, Discovery, speech and language, and occupational therapists are also offered onsite to provide

foundational skills and support success in the classroom. Recent graduates are evidence of the rigorous education and college preparedness in action. The 77 graduates comprising the CCS Class of 2022 averaged a score of 26.4 on the ACT and a GPA of 3.97. This class also included four National Merit Scholars, 27 Oklahoma Academic Scholars, and 10 All State Recipients.

At CCS, we recognize the value of a robust educational experience and offer a variety of fine arts, athletic, and extra-

Casady’s spirit of inclusity is way of life

Over its 75 year-history, Casady School has instilled in its graduates the educational and social skills that allow them to use their potential to make a difference in their community and beyond.

Casady’s Portrait of a Graduate represents the Casady student’s journey; a journey that helps them thrive with a life of balance, purpose and joy. They find their balance learning the value of working together inside and outside the classroom. They find their own personal purpose that gives them joy they share with the world.

The Episcopal Church

began as the reinstitution of the Church of England in the American Colonies after the Revolutionary War. The Church of England, from its beginnings, was a hybrid of Catholic and Protestant Christianity. Formed to bring together people from disparate Christian groups, the desire to bring together a wide variety of people is built into Casady's Episcopal identity.

This spirit of inclusivity is an essential part of daily life at Casady, and enthusiastically welcoming families of all faiths, as well as those with no religious affiliation, forms one of the most needed skills in a student’s edu-

cation - learning to live in a diverse and multicultural world.

The Episcopal spirit of welcome is expressed with:

● Daily Chapel services in the Episcopal Christian tradition that include education and recognition of other faith traditions, as well as moral and ethical formation.

● Campus-wide Service Learning that teaches students to “love your neighbor as yourself.”

● Social and Emotional formation that cultivates a sense of personal wellbeing, balance, and self care.

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curricular opportunities. Through our partnership with the OSSAA, CCS offers 13 athletic programs, a comprehensive fine arts division including both visual and the performing arts, and competitive academic, debate, and e-sports teams. With 18 acres of athletic and performing arts space, students are afforded each of these opportunities on the CCS Campus. Facilities include a state-of-the-art Performing Arts Center complete with a scene shop, fly system, and audio visual systems, a 1750

capacity turfed outdoor stadium, 1500 capacity competitive gymnasium, turfed softball and baseball complex, eight court tennis facility, oversized, irrigated soccer field, and two field house with locker, training, and weight rooms. While academics and a well-rounded education are important, CCS most values our commitment to Christian education. The heart of Crossings Christian School is to develop Christ-centered, servant leaders which we aim to accomplish through daily Bible class, weekly chapel and small groups, and daily biblical integration. Servant leadership is prioritized through specific events as well as daily opportunities. As engrained in the Mission of CCS, our desire is to “academically and spiritually prepare our students for college and life” and it is our utmost pursuit, to prepare our students not just for this life, but for eternal life.

As a college preparatory school, CCS offers rigorous academics through a fully certified staff of almost 150, 65% of whom hold advanced degrees.

The heart and soul of religious life at Casady are daily Chapel services for first through 12th grade.

Spotlight on Education

Three generations of the Love family — Judy Love ’55, Greg Love ’80, and David Love ’13 — are leading the 75th Anniversary of Bishop McGuinness Catholic High School.

In the fall, the school launched a $6 million campaign to address the needs of the growing school and provide support for families who wish to secure Catholic education for their children.

The new addition will provide six new classrooms, restrooms and space for the growing advancement

department.

“The 75th anniversary I know will be a spectacular event and very much a payback to all the students and teachers involved over the years,” Judy said.

“I am especially happy to be co-chairing this with my son Greg and grandson David: three generations of the Love family.”

While society changed and the landscape of the school evolved from the time Judy attended high school to the time her son Greg and grandson David attended the school, their love

for Bishop McGuinness and the school community has remained constant.

During their high school years, each one found a place at Bishop McGuinness, and each continues to work to ensure future generations of students find a home here, too.

Judy led the Building Faith campaign, which began in 2001 and resulted in a total campus renovation. Today, with the largest ever student body population, Judy, Greg and David are overseeing a new capital campaign to expand

the school. The goal is to have the expansion completed and ready for the 2024-25 school year, the school’s 75th anniversary.

A record number of 740 students were welcomed onto the campus in August. The Loves say they recognize the critical need

to expand to provide more space for the ever-growing student body and are excited to be a part of this project.

ABOUT BISHOP McGUINNESS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL

for Others.”

Mission

As a Catholic community of faith, Bishop McGuinness Catholic High School is dedicated to educating and developing the whole person, providing a moral, ethical and Christ centered compass for life. The teachings of the Church permeate the school’s spiritual, academic and social life, forming a

● The celebration of inclusivity and love for one another where Casady, as the Episcopal Baptismal covenant says, “respect the dignity of every human being” (Episcopal Book of Common Prayer Baptismal Covenant).

The heart and soul of religious life

Philosophy

Bishop McGuinness High School is a coeducational college preparatory institution of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City, providing a Catholic secondary education for students in grades 9–12. As an extension of the family, the school community is

at Casady are daily Chapel services for first through 12th grade.

Every day, students participate in a deeply loved tradition by taking a break from their academic work to walk around Casady Lake and acknowledging the God who created and loves them.

For 75 years, the Mission of Casady School has held firm. Graduates are prepared to succeed, think for themselves, act with compassion, and live lives of balance, purpose, and joy.

dedicated to the development of the whole person. Faith and values are integrated into all aspects of learning, living and service to others in order to stimulate students’ spiritual, emotional, intellectual, social and physical growth. By studying both secular and religious matters, the school community applies knowledge toward a deeper acceptance of

holiness from God, in accordance with the doctrines and structures of the Catholic Church. A multi-level curriculum provides a variety of educational programs that meets the needs of each student.

Bishop McGuinness High School is available to students regardless of ethnic origin, religious preference or socioeconomic background.

“Person

JUDY LOVE GREG LOVE DAVID LOVE

Trinity is the only school in the Oklahoma City Metro solely dedicated to educating students with diagnosed learning differences such as autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia. In addition, Trinity also serves students with auditory and sensory processing issues, anxiety and developmental or intellectual delays.

Trinity recognizes how unique each learner is and designs its programs and instruction utilizing the latest assistive technology and evidence-based teaching methods. Unlike other schools, students receive accommodations and modifica-

Mission

We educate students with learning differences, each according to their specific needs, and we do it in a supportive and encouraging environment.

tions in their classrooms. Trinity's licensed professional Counselor with over a decade of hands-on experience in psychoeducational testing leads their academic team while their Certified School Psy-

Faith-based education

Trinity’s logo, the Triquetra symbolizes the Holy Trinity –God as Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Although we are a Christian school,

chometrist and experienced Division

Heads guide individualized learning plans.

Small class sizes, a unique K-12 program, and an expert team enable Trinity to use a collaborative

approach while integrating multiple interventions and strategies that improve students' experience and outcomes. As a result, graduates successfully transition to college, career tech employment, or life skills

programs enabling them to reach their fullest potentials.

Trinity’s campus is an encouraging atmosphere where students feel welcome and free to be themselves. Students form meaningful friend-

ABOUT TRINITY SCHOOL

Trinity School welcomes families of all faith traditions. We see our service to Trinity families as joyful service to God. Each school day begins with a time of prayer. Giving

thanks before lunch is a daily routine and Chapel is held each week. Our supportive and experienced instructors deliver programs that encourage strong moral and ethical

character. Accreditation

Through accreditation Trinity School has demonstrated the highest level of commitment to teaching, learning and continuous improvement for

ships with their classmates and participate in activities, often discovering hidden talents. Trinity offers activities, athletics, and clubs for all divisions, making school a fun, exciting place to be!

each of our students.

ICAA – International Christian Accrediting Association

NCA Accredited –North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Trinity's campus is an encouraging atmosphere where students feel welcome and free to be themselves.

Rooted to Rise Sherri Coale

After twenty-five years as the coach of the University of Oklahoma women’s basketball team, Sherri Coale announced her retirement. When asked what she might do now, she replied she thought she might write a book. The book, Rooted to Rise was published in October of 2022 and as she said it would, gives a fascinating account of the people to whom she is grateful for a very rewarding job of saving the OU program which was needing more than just new dormitories.

Being deeply grateful to the people in her life who were at her side from her early childhood in Healdton, Oklahoma through this journey, she thanked people from teachers to teams, university boosters, fans and faculty as well as administrators for their support. She speaks with obvious joy and graciousness as she tells their stories. There is not one negative slam or abuse of written in

this book. Her words reflect her joy from the privilege of working with youth.

Her undergraduate work was done at Oklahoma Christian College which she also credits with instilling a desire to helping her become the coach who makes things happen and stresses positive life lessons that come from positive guidance.

In these papers that describe the amazing years, names and dates are given. Each is a personal connection of the individual or event to proper encouragement and respect for young people. She speaks to the reward of having known and worked with those she calls “her people,” the life anchoring people, who set the tone for attitudes and achievements. She paid attention to these incredible people, whether they were adults or supporters and shares the things that work.

She built a solid base from the fans and sports friends who adored her spike heels and flowing blonde hair and who followed her on the road of the life to come. Her attentions turned to life as a mother, wife, friend, daughter and delightful human. Her choices in life made

her a star. To list a few of her achievements just consider being the head coach of OU’s women’s basketball team 25 years, and leading it to three Final Fours, 12 Regular Season Championships and four Big 12 Tournament Championships, 19 straight NCAA Tournament appearances and nine Sweet 16 appearances. Also, her vision for academic and athletic excellence resulted in the Sooners receiving 127 Academic All-Big 12 honors during her tenure and helped earn her a spot in the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2016.

Her message is clear to those who know her and those who just know of her. She had the touch for building on the strengths of others so they become stronger, better functioning adults. This book is a joy to read not only because Sherri Coale is a best of the best, but it is such a tribute to those who succeeded because of building on her examples for listening, cooperating and following the leader plus, of course, those bold dribble and three-point skills.

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NAME CHANGE

(Published

DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA CV-2023-65

IN RE: The name of:) Jasmine Irene Diaz De Leon)

NOTICE OF HEARING ON CHANGE ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME

TO: All interested parties. Take notice that Jasmine Irene Diaz De Leon has petitioned to change his/her name to Jasmine Irene Delgadillo. A Hearing on said petition is set for 1:30 o’clock P.M. on the 9 day of March, 2023, before Judge Ogden at 1:30 o’clock 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/Diane Watson By: DEPUTY (SEAL) (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, January 27, 2023)

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA CV-2023-31

In the Matter of the Application ) of Stephenie Peters) as next of friend of (child) ) Ezekiel Isaac Peters-Smith) to Change Her/His Name )

NOTICE OF FILING PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME

To Whom It May Concern: Take notice that (a) Stephenie Peters, as next of friend of Ezekiel Isaac PetersSmith has filed in the above court a Petition to have the minor child’s name changed as follows, to-wit: From (a) Ezekiel Isaac Peters-Smith to (b) Kiel David Peters; and that the same will be

ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE

(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, January 27, 2023; Friday, February 3, 2023)

OKLAHOMA ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LAWS ENFORCEMENT COMMISSION NOTICE OF INTENTION TO APPLY FOR AN ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE

In accordance with Title 37, Section 522 and Title 37A, Section 2141 Trinity M & W LLC, 2136 E. 2nd St. Edmond, OK 73034, an/a LLC hereby publishes notice of its intention to apply within sixty days from this date to the Oklahoma Alcoholic Beverage Laws Enforcement Commission for a Retail Beer License under authority of and in compliance with the said Act: That it intend(s), if granted such license to operate as a Retail Beer establishment with business premises located at 2136 E. 2nd St. in Edmond, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, under the business name of Shell Gas Station.

Dated this 19 day of January, 2023.

/s/Wafik Nagib Tawfik Beshara County of Oklahoma, State of Oklahoma.

Before me, the undersigned notary public, personally appeared: Wafik Nagib Tawfik Beshara to me known to be the person(s) described in and who executed the foregoing application and acknowledged that he executed the same as his free act and deed.

/s/Jennifer Clark, Notary Public (SEAL) State of Oklahoma #13007871 My commission expires 08/27/2025

heard by the Honorable Judge Mai of Oklahoma County, in the County Courthouse, located at 321 Park Avenue, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73102, on the 22 day of March, 2023 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.

RICK WARREN, Court Clerk /s/L.Bell (SEAL) CLERK/BAILIFF OF THE DISTRICT COURT (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, January 27, 2023)

DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA CV-2023-77

IN RE: The name of:) Ryan Rohr)

NOTICE OF HEARING ON CHANGE ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME

TO: All interested parties. Take notice that Ryan Rohr has petitioned to change his/her name to Rachel Rohr.

A Hearing on said petition is set for 1:30 o’clock P.M. on the 22 day of March, 2023, before Judge Mai at 1:30 o’clock 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/illegible signature By: DEPUTY (SEAL) LPXLP

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ALCOHOL BEVERAGE LICENSE

deed.

/s/Catherine J. Smith, Notary Public (SEAL) State of Oklahoma #20013011 My commission expires 10/20/2024

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA Case No. FD-2022-3202

IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF: Alicia Correa Hernandez,) Petitioner,) and) Baudelio Correa Covarrubias,) Respondent.)

NOTICE BY PUBLICATION

THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA TO THE ABOVE NAMED

Respondent: Baudelio Correa Covarrubias

GREETINGS: You will take notice that you have been sued in the above names Court by the above petitioner, for a Dissolution of Marriage on the grounds of incompatibility and that unless you answer the petition filed by the petitioner in said Court on or before the 26 day of February, 2023, said Petition will be taken as true and judgement granting to the petitioner a Dissolution of Marriage, annulling, canceling, setting aside and holding for naught the marriage contract with you and for other relief and orders rendered according to the prayer thereof.

WITNESS my hand and the seal of said Court this 12 day of January, 2023.

RICK WARREN, Court Clerk By /s/Lisa Stephens Deputy (SEAL) /s/ Alicia C. Hernandez Petitioner

(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, January 20, 2023; Friday, January 27, 2023)

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA Case No: PB-2022-1558

In the Matter of the Estate of) Jerry Wayne Dewvall,) Deceased)

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

TO THE CREDITORS OF Jerry Wayne Dewvall, Deceased.

All creditors having claims against the Estate of Jerry Wayne Dewvall, deceased, are required to present the same, with a description of all security interests and other collateral, (if any) held by each creditor with respect to such claim, to the named Personal Representative/Administrator at: Carla A. Pierce, Personal Representative/Administrator 7235 Janet St. Trlr 43 Okla. City, OK 73150 on or before the following presentment date: March 10, 2023, or the same will be forever barred.

DATED this 4 day of January, 2023.

/s/ Carla A. Pierce

Personal Representative/Administrator

(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, January 20, 2023; Friday, January 27, 2023)

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA NO. PB-2021-565

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE )

OF SHERRI LYNN JENKINS,) HERMAN R. SUTTON,) AND MAXINE SUTTON,) DECEASED) NOTICE OF

The State of Oklahoma to heirs, next of kin and creditors of the said Sherri Lynn Jenkins, deceased.

You are hereby notified that Shatoria Sutton has applied for Order Allowing Final Accounting, Distribution, And Discharge on said estate and that said Petition will be heard by said Court at the Court Room #223 in the Oklahoma County Courthouse in the City of Oklahoma City, in said County, on the 27 day of February, 2023, at 1:30

(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, January 27, 2023; Friday, February 3, 2023)

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA No. PB-216-1189 IN THE MATTER OF JOINT) ADMINISTRATION OF THE ) ESTATES OF) DEAN A. KIDD, DECEASED and) ANNA IRENE KIDD, DECEASED) ORDER AND NOTICE OF HEARING ON PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE’S FINAL REPORT AND PETITION FOR DISTRIBUTION & DISCHARGE

NOW, on this 13 day of January, 2023, there having been filed in this Court the Personal Representative Final Report and Petition for Distribution and Discharge.

IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that said Petition be and is hereby set for hearing on the 15 day of February, 2023 at 1:30 pm in the District Courtroom of Thomas Riesen in the Oklahoma County Courthouse at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and all persons interested may appear and contest the same.

IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that notice thereof be given by mailing a copy of the Notice of Hearing Petition to all of the heirs-at-law, devisees, and legatees of the decedent as required by law.

WITNESS my hand this 13 day of January, 2023.

THOMAS

TO JOSE DE JESUS TORRES MARES

NOTICE OF HEARING ON BIRTH CERTIFICATE CORRECTION

TO: All interested parties.

Take notice that ANGELICA MARIA ORDAZ PEÑA has petitioned to CORRECT THEIR CHILD YARETHZY TORRES BIRTH CERTIFICATE the 12A FROM: ANGELICA MARIA ORDAZ, TO: ANGELICA MARIA ORDAZ PEÑA 12B FROM ORDAZ TO: ORDAZ PEÑA 15A JOSE DE JESUS TORRES TO JOSE DE JESUS TORRES MARES A Hearing on said petition is set for 1:30 o’clock P.M. on the 9 day of March, 2023, before Judge Ogden #325 in his/her courtroom in the Oklahoma County Courthouse. Should you know of some reason why this Birth Certificate correction should not be allowed you must file a written protest in the above and styled and numbered cause prior to the above date with the Clerk of this Court. Should you fail to do so, the petition for BIRTH CERTIFICATE CORRECTION will be granted as prayed.

RICK WARREN, Court Clerk /s/Teresa Becker By: DEPUTY (SEAL)

APPROVED: /s/Angelica Ordaz /s/ Jose Torres (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, January 27, 2023)

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA No. CV-2023-52

ANGELICA MARIA ORDAZ PEÑA KIMBERLY TORRES In re: Minor Birth Certificate correction 12A FROM: ANGELICA MARIA ORDAZ TO: ANGELICA MARIA ORDAZ PEÑA 12B FROM ORDAZ TO: ORDAZ PEÑA 17:SEP/7/1975 TO:08/22/1975 21:—-TO JOSE DE JESUS TORRES MARES 22:—-TO : AUG/25/1975 23:—-TO MEXICO TO JOSE DE JESUS TORRES MARES

NOTICE OF HEARING ON BIRTH CERTIFICATE CORRECTION TO: All interested parties. Take notice that ANGELICA MARIA ORDAZ PEÑA has petitioned to CORRECT THEIR CHILD KIMBERLY TORRES BIRTH CERTIFICATE the 12A FROM: ANGELICA MARIA ORDAZ, TO: ANGELICA MARIA ORDAZ PEÑA 12B FROM ORDAZ TO: ORDAZ PEÑA 15A JOSE DE JESUS TORRES TO JOSE DE JESUS TORRES MARES A Hearing on said petition is set for 1:30 o’clock P.M. on the 9 day of March, 2023, before Judge Ogden #325 in his/her courtroom in the Oklahoma County Courthouse. Should you know of some reason why this Birth Certificate correction should not be allowed you must file a written protest in the above and styled and numbered cause prior to the above date with the Clerk of this Court. Should you fail to do so, the petition for BIRTH CERTIFICATE CORRECTION will be granted as prayed.

RICK WARREN, Court Clerk /s/Teresa Becker By: DEPUTY (SEAL) APPROVED: /s/Angelica Ordaz /s/ Jose Torres

(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, January 27, 2023)

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA No. CV-2023-53

ANGELICA MARIA ORDAZ PEÑA JESSEY GUADALUPE TORRES

In re: Minor Birth Certificate correction 12A FROM: ANGELICA MARIA ORDAZ TO: ANGELICA MARIA ORDAZ PEÑA 12B FROM ORDAZ TO: ORDAZ PEÑA 12C:SEP/7/1975 TO 08/22/1975 15A:—-TO JOSE DE JESUS TORRES MARES 15B:—-TO: AUG/25/1975 15C:—- TO MEXICO

NOTICE OF HEARING ON BIRTH CERTIFICATE CORRECTION TO: All interested parties. Take notice that ANGELICA MARIA ORDAZ PEÑA has petitioned to CORRECT THEIR CHILD JESSEY GUADALUPE TORRES BIRTH CERTIFICATE the 12A FROM: ANGELICA MARIA ORDAZ, TO: ANGELICA MARIA ORDAZ PEÑA 12B FROM ORDAZ TO: ORDAZ

PEÑA 12C:SEP/7/1975 TO 08/22/1975 15A:—-TO JOSE DE JESUS TORRES MARES 15B:—TO: AUG/25/1975 15C:—- TO MEXICO

NOTICE OF HEARING ON BIRTH CERTIFICATE CORRECTION

TO: All interested parties. A Hearing on said petition is set for 1:30 o’clock P.M. on the 9 day of March, 2023, before Judge Ogden #325 in his/her courtroom in the Oklahoma County Courthouse. Should you know of some reason why this Birth Certificate correction should not be allowed you must file a written protest in the above and styled and numbered cause prior to the above date with the Clerk of this Court. Should you fail to do so, the petition for BIRTH CERTIFICATE CORRECTION will be granted as prayed.

RICK WARREN, Court Clerk /s/Teresa Becker By: DEPUTY (SEAL) APPROVED: /s/Angelica Ordaz /s/ Jose Torres (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, January 27, 2023)

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA No. CV-2023-54

VICTOR JESUS ORDAZ In re: Minor Birth Certificate correction 1:VICTOR JESUS ORDAZ TO VICTOR JESUS TORRES 16A FROM: ANGELICA MARIA ORDAZ TO: ANGELICA MARIA ORDAZ PEÑA 16B FROM ORDAZ TO: ORDAZ PEÑA 17:SEP/7/1975 TO 08/22/1975 21:—-TO JOSE DE JESUS TORRES MARES 22:—-TO : AUG/25/1975 23:—-TO MEXICO

NOTICE OF HEARING ON BIRTH CERTIFICATE CORRECTION TO: All interested parties. Take notice that VICTOR JESUS ORDAZ has petitioned to CORRECT THEIR CHILD VICTOR JESUS ORDAZ BIRTH CERTIFICATE the 1:VICTOR JESUS ORDAZ TO VICTOR JESUS TORRES 16A FROM: ANGELICA MARIA ORDAZ TO: ANGELICA MARIA ORDAZ PEÑA 16B FROM ORDAZ TO: ORDAZ PEÑA 17:SEP/7/1975 TO 08/22/1975 21:—-TO JOSE DE JESUS TORRES MARES 22:—-TO : AUG/25/1975 23:—-TO MEXICO A Hearing on said petition is set for 1:30 o’clock P.M. on the 9 day of March, 2023, before Judge Ogden #325 in his/her courtroom in the Oklahoma County Courthouse. Should you know of some reason why this Birth Certificate correction should not be allowed you must file a written protest in the above and styled and numbered cause prior to the above date with the Clerk of this Court. Should you fail to do so, the petition for BIRTH CERTIFICATE CORRECTION will be granted as prayed.

RICK WARREN, Court Clerk /s/Teresa Becker By: DEPUTY (SEAL) APPROVED: /s/Victor Ordaz (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, January 27, 2023)

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA Case No. CV-2022-1041 In the Matter of the Application ) of Leonel Rocael Mendez Perez) as next of friend of (child) ) Anthony Daniel Ramos Mendez ) to Change Her/His Name )

NOTICE OF FILING PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME

To Whom It May Concern: Take notice that (a) Leonel Rocael Mendez Perez as next of friend of Anthony Daniel Ramos Mendez has filed in the above court a Petition to have the minor child’s name changed as follows, to-wit: From (a) Anthony Daniel Ramos Mendez to (b) Anthony Daniel Mendez Ramos; and that the same will be heard by the Honorable Judge Mai of Oklahoma County, in the County Courthouse, located at 321 Park Avenue, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73102, on the 17 day of February, 2023 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.

RICK WARREN, Court Clerk /s/Jamie Houston CLERK/BAILIFF OF THE DISTRICT COURT

THOMAS C. RIESEN District Judge RICK WARREN, Court Clerk

By /s/Jamie Houston Deputy (SEAL)