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By Eric Oesch Staff Writer

Chloe and Joseph Krenger are community co-chairmen of the 2024 Trail Blazing Mercy Gala scheduled for Friday, April 5 in downtown Oklahoma City.

The event raises funds to provide patient support services for Mercy Coletta Oncology patients, something the young couple knows a lot about.

Chloe and Joseph had their world turned upside down in April of 2022 when Joseph was diagnosed with

stage III colon cancer. Chloe was seven months pregnant with their second son.

Today, after a year of grueling cancer treatments, Joseph is strong and cancer free. The Fridayland couple is working alongside his caregivers and others to help ensure all those fighting cancer at

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Mercy Coletta Cancer Center receive the resources and wraparound care available to win the battle. The goal is to raise $600,000.

“It still seems surreal,” said Chole of the ordeal they endured during their 12-month battle against colon cancer.

“Joseph went through an excruciating treatment of surgeries, chemo and radiation,” she said. “We both knew it wouldn’t be an easy road to recovery so when the cancer bell was rung, our entire family was there to

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By Eric Oesch Staff Writer

As plans for the March 30 Village Easter Egg Hunt are ramping up at Bumpass Park, 10015 N. Penn., so are expectations for events at the new Civic Area along Vineyard Boulevard in The Village.

An innocent post on The Village Facebook group page by Village resident Bret Scovill about the possibility of forming a community arts council has resulted in an overwhelming response from dozens of interested Villagers.

Now Scovill is working to develop plans for The Village Arts Council that could bring events, including poetry readings to the Village Green and even a farmer’s market, food, music and arts festivals to the Civic Plaza.

Scovill, who is the recipient of the 2022 Keep Oklahoma Beautiful Lifetime Achievement Award winner, received wholehearted support from City Council members when he presented his ideas earlier this month.

“My proposal would include the use of the new park facilities from The Village Green to the Civic Plaza,” Scovill told the council. “In particular, I would like to utilize the amphitheater in The Village Green by the Library. Ours would be an agenda similar to a Chautauqua Society. Apolitical in nature - soliciting local authors and low-key artists to present at the outdoor theater.

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FRIDAY’s 2024 Celebrity Final Four Picker Panel

OKC

Martha McCuddy

This is Thor. He loves to go on car rides with his mom, Brittany O’Brien, going to the golf course and jump in the lake there after running around with his brothers.

He’s a mama’s boy and always has to be next to me. The sweetest boy to everyone — including children and cats! He even loves going to the vet.

Email Dog of the Week, Baby of the Week and Cat of the Week submissions to rose@okcfriday.com.

Joseph and Chloe Krenger with sons Teddy, left, and Joseph, Jr. The couple is chairing the 2024 Trail Blazing Mercy Gala after he received cancer treatment at the hospital.

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“When I saw what we have now in the Civic Area, I just thought about some of the smaller events around Oklahoma City that I enjoy - bookstore signings, lectures and especially Shakespeare in the Park,” he said. “The Village Green area is just perfect for children authors reading to kids, folk singers and the like maybe

twice a month. “These initial events could provide us a ‘stair step’ to the big events like a farmer’s market, arts festival or food festivals,” he said.

Scovill, who says he is a “behind the scenes type guy,” said he envisions the first events occurring once or twice per month this summer and fall depending upon the desires of The Village Arts Council.

“I don’t need my fingerprints on this thing. I do better in the background,” he said.

FRIDAY Fumble

A Page 1 headline in the March 1, 2024 issue of OKC FRIDAY inadvertently refers to the $6 million construction of a Childcare Center at St. Eugene Catholic Church.

The church will construct an Early Childhood Center offering classes for children in pre-k through kindergarten. The building is not a childcare center and will not offer daycare services.

The story also reported a gymnasium as part of the project and failed to report The Village City Council approved a PUD that, “allows for the ‘concept’ of an early childhood center and gym to allow for the continued growth of the St. Eugene Church and school campus.” The church is not constructing a gymnasium.

FRIDAY regrets the error.

“There’s just no greater reward than when we are able to lift others up and beautify the community. I just want to do something fun for the community.”

Scovill said his longterm goal would be to establish an annual Arts Festival in the Park.

“So far I’ve generated interest from a few of the Hawthorn Neighborhood Association members and I have a commitment from a potential corporate sponsor,” he said. “I just wanted to ask for permission and guidance from the City Council regarding proposed Arts Council events in the long term.”

Scovill said he was overwhelmed from the response he has received so far, from potential sponsors and councilmembers, there have been about 100 hits

online. A group of interested Villagers met recently at a coffee shop in Casady Square during their first “team” meeting to discuss their shared vision and the possibility of establishing a charter.

Scovill is working to create a website and Facebook page for The Village Arts Council and is expecting it to be up soon. To learn more about involvement in The Village Arts Council visit Villageartsok@ gmail.com.

In the meantime, The Village Annual Easter Egg Hunt is set for 11 a.m., Saturday, March 30, at Bumpass Park. Organizer Kara TamWalts said volunteers have gathered hundreds of eggs filled with candy, stickers and prizes for children who participate. The event is free to the public.

St. Eugene Catholic Church has announced plans to construct an Early Childhood Center.

Hearts for Hearing CEO, co-founder is stepping down

Hearts for Hearing

CEO and cofounder, Joanna T. Smith, is stepping down from her role after a 47-year career serving individuals with communication needs and helping babies and children born deaf learn to listen and talk.

Smith, a speech-language pathologist, cofounded Hearts for Hearing in 2003 and has served as the CEO for the organization since 2011. The organization is one of the leading hearing health care centers for children and adults in the United States.

“When we began, our goal was raising funds to help pay for the first set of hearing aids and to provide the necessary therapy to children born deaf,” said Smith, who added, “I am proud to say our mission continues stronger than ever and Hearts for Hearing has expanded well beyond our original goals and team of four people to establish itself as a comprehensive hearing care center of excellence employing more than 160 professionals with clinics in Oklahoma City and Tulsa.”

Including its newborn hearing screen services division, the organization served more than 37,000

patients in 2023. Hearts for Hearing’s Board of Directors has engaged a professional search firm, and a national search is underway to fill the role Smith is vacating. She has agreed to remain in an advisory role through June 30, 2024, to help facilitate a smooth transition.

Hearts for Hearing offers a unique service delivery model that includes both an audiologist and a Listening and Spoken Language Specialist working together with a child and family. The organization also conducts leading edge research with universities, health care entities, and manufacturers helping to advance greater understanding of hearing loss.

Hearts for Hearing providers offer device management, support group and patient care therapy services to families, an early childhood classroom, Bridges, to help children using cochlear implant and/or hearing aid technology prepare for their neighborhood class-

room setting, and hearing screen services to people of all ages.

The Adult Clinic at Hearts for Hearing delivers comprehensive hearing evaluations, device prescription and management, and specialty care services for hearing loss, tinnitus, misophonia, and vestibular and balance conditions.

“My focus is and always will be sustainability of Hearts for Hearing’s important mission, delivery of exceptional patient care and customer service, and finding solutions to help ensure every baby born deaf or hard of hearing has an opportunity to access sound and an ability to reach their full listening and talking potential,” said Smith, who concludes, “It has been a privilege to lead Hearts for Hearing, and I will continue to support the organization as it brings sound to children and adults for years to come.”

For more information about Hearts for Hearing visit heartsforhearing.org.

Women’s event is April 16

A facial expressions expert, a ventriloquist/singer-songwriter and an inspiring survivor of a terrorist organization-turned insurance executive headline this year’s Women in Leadership conference on April 16.

Oklahoma City University’s 13th annual conference invites attendees to explore what it takes to advance women to the next level in their careers and personal lives.

Under the theme “Influence,” more than 400 participants are

anticipated to attend the annual day-long conference at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum.

“This year's conference is dedicated to the transformative power of influence to elevate women in all spheres of life,” said Melissa Cory, conference cofounder and director of Executive and Professional Education programs at OCU’s Meinders School of Business.

“With a lineup of speakers who have turned challenges into stepping stones, we aim to inspire and equip our attendees with the knowledge to lead with impact. It's a call to action for anyone looking to make a difference in their field, to join us in a journey

of growth and empowerment.”

This year’s featured speakers include Annie Särnblad, a cultural anthropologist who specializes in reading facial expressions; Erika Kiely, assistant vice president of technology and projects for American Fidelity Insurance Company; and Darci Lynne Farmer, a singer-songwriter and ventriloquist who won NBC’s “America’s Got Talent.”

In-person and virtual audiences will hear about the science behind facial expressions, the influence of personalities on leadership, how to motivate teams, as well as inspiring stories from a

Joanna Smith with a young patient in 2013. Photo provided by Hearts for Hearing.

FRIDAY in Finland

The Quail Creek Bank Travel Club just returned from a winter wonderland in magical Lapland. They enjoyed encounters with reindeer as they hit the snow and mush aboard an authentic Finnish sleigh. Travelers zoomed through the wilderness on a husky safari, as they stepped into the role as the leader of their own dog sled team. Next, they visited the home of Santa Claus, which is the epicenter of Christmas cheer. The group spent three nights at the breathtaking Kakslauttanen Resort in their very own Finnish log cabin with attached glass igloo. Travelers included Lacey Biffle, Paul and Susan Adams, Beckie Yowell, Ann Lees, Adele Jack, Deanna and Mark Myers, Vickie Norick, Carol Howard, Mark Warner, Reece Evans and Nick Post, David and Patti Levin, Tom and Linda Gulley, Jeremy and Lori Levin and Nikki Chawla. Great fun was had by all. Be sure to pack your newspaper when you travel. Email photos to rose@okcfriday.com.

Ladies in the News set for April 5

Oklahoma Hospitality Club with partner sponsor, Inasmuch Foundation, announces plans for their 56th annual Ladies in the News Fundraising Event.

The event is set for Friday, April 5, at the Oklahoma City Golf and Country Club with check-in at 11 a.m. followed by lunch and fashion show at noon. One of the community’s favorite events, Ladies in the News began in 1966 and has honored over 700 women for their distinguished and outstanding contributions to their profession and service to their community.

The 2024 honorees are: Vicki Behenna, Oklahoma County District Attorney; Matilda Clements, community volunteer and event coordinator; Ann-Clore Duncan, Duncan College Consulting; Lyn Jackson, OKC Metro Alliance; Peggy Kates, Midwest Wrecking Company; Emily Lang, Price Lang Public Relations; Amy LoftisWalton, The Vine Growth Strategies; Jaime Patterson, The Edu-

cation and Employment Ministry; Shannon Rich, Oklahoma Hall of Fame; Sarah Roberts, Inasmuch Foundation; Dr. Kay Robinson, University of Central Oklahoma; Dr. Teresa Shavney, OU Health; Dr. Pooja Singhal, Oklahoma Gastro Health and Wellness and Meagan Taylor, Diversion Hub. The honorees model fashions from Nancy Farha’s Clothing and Accessories, Krista Anne’s Boutique and Geno’s and Koslow’s Luxury Outerwear.

Honorary co-chairman and emcee is 2023 Honoree, Erin Page of MetroFamily Magazine.

Proceeds from the event benefit Limbs for Life and Joy in the Cause. Individual tickets are $100; personal tables of 10, $1,000 and corporate tables of 10, $1,500. Additional information including corporate and other levels of sponsorship may be found at oklahomahospitalityclub.com or by contacting Ladies in the News Chairman Tania Smith, at ladiesinthenewschair@gmail.com.

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diverse group of presenters. There will be a panel discussion titled “Unveiling Influence: Navigating Power Dynamics in Organizations.” There will also be networking opportunities designed to lead to more discovery, learning and growth.

While those who have attended the conference have embraced the educational and empowering value of

In-person conference registration is $225 (lunch and refreshments provided), virtual registration is $125 and can be made online at okcwomeninleadership. com or by calling (405) 208-5540.

the event, more and more companies have come to understand its benefits, Cory said.

“When companies support the active professional development of their team, it demonstrates that their people are important. The result is more engaged employees,” Cory

added.

More importantly, the conference aims to build community and provide an opportunity to support each other for a stronger business environment.

“We make new connections and strengthen others. It is always my hope that our guests discover some-

thing new and make a commitment to continue to invest in themselves and help others,” Cory said. In-person conference registration is $225 (lunch and refreshments provided), virtual registration is $125 and can be made online at okcwomeninleadership. com or by calling Cory at (405) 208-5540. Sponsorships and exhibitors are also welcome. For more information, including speakers’ bios, visit okcwomeninleadership.com.

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area but not the owners/employees. The paper soon became my invaluable source and, in turn, I made many lifelong acquaintances and friends through contacting fellow advertisers from the paper.

The new Mercy Hospital and Quail Springs Mall areas were also developing into an ever-growing northwest quadrant of the city.

Quail Creek Bank was a weekly advertiser in OKC FRIDAY and loved participating

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witness the village it truly took to get to the finish line. Not a day goes by that we aren’t vigilant about our health or grateful for how far we’ve come.”

Joseph did most of his treatment at Mercy and the couple was grateful that his entire treatment plan could be completed “essentially in our own backyard.”

“A short 10–15minute drive makes all the difference when you’re making several trips a week to the hospital for an entire year,” said Chloe about their experience. “I had both of my babies at Mercy and Joseph’s mom was also a nurse at Mercy for two decades. We’ve had quite the history with Mercy and it has always served us so well.”

The young couple doesn’t shy away from sharing their experiences.

“The nurses, doctors, administration and everyone is phenomenal. We couldn’t be happier to be a part of an organization that serves our family in so many ways,” said Chloe. “They saved my husband’s life, while bringing new lives, my boys, into this world.”

While Joseph was undergoing chemotherapy Chole delivered their second child, Teddy, at Mercy.

“They were so accommodating to Joseph’s chemo schedule with my delivery date. Both our physicians coordinated this special time wo we could truly enjoy it without the side effects of treatment,” said

in the coloring contests, football predictions, birthday lists and community events — all adding to our relationship and fun.

In turn, FRIDAY supported and joined the bank in celebrations and events -- like photos for customers 55-plus at the annual QCB Christmas party held originally at the bank (and later Northpark Mall) and continues today.

Vicki and Leland, Ray Hibbard, Gordon Walker and Rose Lane were always there in support of any bank events through the years. When con-

Chloe. “It really did and still does feel like we’re all family. Everyone knew Joseph and prayed for our family constantly. Our kids would accompany Joseph to as many appointments as they could. It was a family affair and Mercy made that possible.

“Our testimony to the talent and care at Mercy led us to being asked to be the community co-chairs for the gala,” she added. “Colletta provided our family hope, love and compassion during Joseph’s treatment and they deserve all the recognition they can get.”

Chloe and Joseph understand that $600,000 is a huge amount, but to put into perspective, “it’s just the start to what we need to provide wrap around care for patients and their

families.”

struction began and the bank expanded to the former site of the Wine Cellar, Jackie Cooper and later OSO Motors, OKC FRIDAY shared our exciting news and was there for the ribbon cutting and later the open house of the beautiful new bank building.

There are still so many wonderful memories to share over a 50-year span and I know this great relationship of Quail Creek Bank and OKC FRIDAY will continue from now ... and well into the future. Happy 50 Years to BOTH!!!

Wrap around care includes taking care of physical and mental wellbeing, everything from gas cards to meal tickets to medication education, counseling and more.

“What we want to accomplish is positive outcomes for patients and their families in every aspect of their diagnosis; start to finish,” she said.

The Trail Blazing Mercy Gala is scheduled for 6-9 p.m. at the Omni Hotel in downtown Oklahoma City with food, music and some special activities.

Guests are to be treated to an evening of culinary food stations featuring some of Oklahoma City most prominent restaurants, and the invitation says, “the event will provide a carefree atmosphere where guests can enjoy themselves without the

pressure of constant bidding.”

The evening is black-tie optional, yet western wear is encouraged. Chairmen include Carla Kurkjian, MD; Natalie Kurkjian, MD; along with the Krengers.

To purchase tickets, call (405) 486-8775.

CALENDAR

FUNDRAISERS

April 4 •

Tatas & Tinis

Oklahoma Project Woman invites you to Coles Garden, 1415 NE 63rd St., for small bites, signature cocktails, mocktails, wine and beer. Live music from Adam Aguilar. Help provide breast healthcare at no cost to our neighbors who because of financial hardship would not otherwise have access. Visit oklahomaprojectwoman. org/tatas­tinis­okc for tickets.

CONCERTS

April 4 •

Glenn Miller

The world­famous Glenn Miller Orchestra will perform at Armstrong Auditorium on April 4, at 7:30 pm. The signature Miller sound continues to entertain generations young and old, with time­honored favorites including Moonlight Sere‐nade, Chattanooga Choo‐Choo and In The Mood, as well as modern well­known tunes like The White Cliffs of Dover, Rain‐bow Rhapsody, Every‐body Loves My Baby and Star Wars. Only a handful of seats remain for this sureto­sellout event. To purchase tickets, please visit ArmstrongAuditorium.org or call the Box Office at (405) 285­1010.

March 30 •

The Easter Express

The Oklahoma Railway Museum is starting our Spring Train Run Season with a bang. Looking for some Easter fun? Experience the Easter Express Train. You and your family can ride the train to the annual Easter egg hunt. The Oklahoma Railway Museum grounds will have a moon bounce, mini golf and an Easter scavenger hunt. Advance purchase is recommended. The trains leave the depot at 9:15 am, 11:15, 1:15 pm, and 3:15 pm. Ages 13 years and older are $15. Ages 3­12 are $8. Children two and under are free. Visit oklahomarailwaymuseum.org for details.

THIS WEEKEND

March 22 •

Jim Norton Stand­up comedian Jim Norton brings his Now You Know Tour to the historic Tower Theatre. Get tickets at towertheatreokc.com.

March 23 •

Harlem Globetrotters

The Harlem Globetrotters are coming to the Paycom Center with their 2024 World Tour. Get tickets at paycomcenter.com.

March 23 •

Best in Ten

After a hiatus, Carpenter Square Theatre is excited to host Best in Ten, a ten­minute play contest and festival. The special event will take place on Saturday, at the theater located at 1009 W. Reno. There will be delicious food from local restaurants, bar drinks, a wine­pull and an auction. Tickets are $50 at carpentersquare.com.

March 22­24 • Red Earth Festival

This juried art market features original art by Native artisans at the National Cowboy Museum and Western Heritage Center located in north Oklahoma City. Festival guests will experience the artistic creations of some of America’s most celebrated artists as they offer for sale exquisite examples of contemporary and traditional paintings, beadwork, basketry, jewelry, pottery, sculpture, graphics and cultural attire. Native dance presentations and musical performances will be featured throughout weekend celebrations. Get tickets at redearth.org.

OKC THUNDER

HOME GAMES

Paycom Center

100 West Reno Ave.

Wed., March 27 • Houston Rockets

7:00 pm

Friday, March 29 • Phoenix Suns 7:00 pm

Tuesday, April 9 • Sacramento Kings 7:00 pm

Send calendar events to jennifer@okcfriday.com

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Olivia

Oklahoma Cine Latino Film Festival

The Oklahoma Cine Latino Film Festival will celebrate its 10th anniversary this weekend in Historic Capitol Hill. The two-day festival will kick-off on Saturday night at the Yale Theater with an Opening Night Party and multiple film premieres, followed by a free day of films on Sunday at the Capitol Hill Library.

The Yale Theater will host Opening Night on Saturday, March 23, from 5 – 9 pm. Guests will walk the red carpet on Commerce Street to get the full movie premier experience before enjoying delicious food, drinks, and movies from across the United States, Mexico, and Latin America. There will be several opportunities throughout the evening to meet and mingle with the actors, writers, directors, and producers in town for the festival. I will serve as the English-speaking emcee for Opening Night alongside my Spanish-speaking co-host, Catalina Beltran from the Latino Community Development Agency.

Capitol Hill Library will host free film screenings the following day on Sunday, March 4, from 1 – 5 pm. The festival that day will include screenings of the most compelling films and documentaries that were submitted to the festival as well as a panel discussion with

visiting filmmakers to learn more about their life and craft behind the camera.

Cine Latino also offers a 4-week film workshop for high school students leading up to the festival. Local professionals and university programs team up to lead students through every part of the filmmaking process. The day I spoke to the students, they were spending the weekend at Oklahoma City University learning from OCU professors Bryan CardinalePowell and Billy Palumbo. The short film created by the students from the OK Cine Latino Youth Film Institute will have its world premiere on Opening Night at the Yale Theater.

Cine Latino is a program of Calle Dos Cinco that promotes diversity within the Oklahoma Arts Community by cultivating the creativity of local Latino talent, curating Latino stories, and providing opportunities for collaboration between artists. It is Oklahoma’s only film festival dedicated to Latin American voices and artists.

Cine Latino was founded by award-

winning filmmaker and Army combat veteran Rogelio Almeida, who recognized the need for a local film festival focused on Latino culture. He partnered with Calle Dos Cinco to give the festival a home in the heart of Oklahoma City’s Latino community in Historic Capitol Hill. He enlisted Tango PR, led by Jorge Hernandez and Brenda Hernandez, to spread the word locally and across Latin America to reach Latino filmmakers. And he recruited an outstanding group of Latino community leaders to ensure that the festival would grow along with the community.

Cine Latino is now led by Executive Director of Calle Dos Cinco Gloria Torres, Festival Coordinator Miriam Campos, Lead Judge Dr. Guillermo Martinez-Sotelo, and Film Institute Instructor Victor Caballero, who also serves as Director of Operations and Outreach for the deadCenter Film Festival.

Almeida continues to serve as Festival Director. Congratulations to everyone involved with the Oklahoma Cine Latino Film Festival on ten amazing years of fostering storytelling within the Latino community. Opening Night tickets are only $20. Visit @OKCineLatino on social media for tickets and more information.

Juliette Low Leadership Society Luncheon raises more than $418,000 for Girl Scouts

The 20th annual Juliette Low Leadership Society (JLLS) luncheon raised more than $418,000 on Feb. 21 at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum. Proceeds from the event help raise awareness and funds for the next generation of trailblazers.

The annual luncheon—named for Girl Scouts national founder Juliette Gordon Low—has raised more than $6 million since 2004. This year’s milestone anniversary event attracted a record crowd with more than 500 attendees, including several founders of the inaugural luncheon.

“For 20 years, JLLS supporters have bolstered the dreams of the

next generation of female leaders,” said Janienne Bella, CEO of Girl Scouts Western Oklahoma. “Hundreds of passionate Girl Scouts advocates and community leaders continue to show up year after year, and it’s that commitment and generosity that allows us to provide leadership and life skills for thousands of Oklahoma girls.”

Patty Gasso, head softball coach for the University of Oklahoma (OU), served as keynote speaker at this year’s luncheon. Under her leadership, OU has won seven national championships and is one of just three programs in NCAA history to win more than two titles.

Coach Gasso spoke about inspiring young girls through sports, finding synergy with the Girl Scouts mission to build girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place.

Jean McLaughlin, chair of the McLaughlin Family Foundation and steadfast JLLS supporter since its first year, was recognized as this year’s honorary chair. Cochairs for the luncheon were McLaughlin’s daughter and daughterin-law, Amy McLaughlin Gray and Chrissy

Bode McLaughlin.

For more information about the event or how to donate, visit gswestok.org/jlls.

Patty Gasso at the 20th annual Juliette Low Leadership Society Luncheon.

Charger girls see immediate success on course

By Jason Jewell Sports Editor

As a standout golfer at Mangum High School and sought-after instructor, Heritage Hall teacher Darcey McRay believed that the Chargers should have a girls golf team and set out to make it happen.

“I approached the president of the school and our athletic director and convinced them that I could do this,” McRay said. “I just

knew if they gave me a chance, I could create a successful program and do it quickly.”

That prediction turned out to be true as the Heritage Hall girls won three tournaments last year and finished third at the Class 3A state tournament in their first season.

Then-freshman Gabriella Gross placed sixth in the individual standings in 2023 and fired a 75 earlier this month at Rock Creek in Sperry as runner-up in

the first tournament of the 2024 campaign.

“Gabriella has really helped propel our program,” McRay said. “She’s a really talented player.”

The Chargers jump right back into competition following spring break, playing this Monday at Lincoln Park East in OKC and Thursday at Prairie West in Weatherford.

The coach also expects Gross, a sophomore, to finish in the top 5 at state this year and

possibly help the Chargers to a championship.

Heritage Hall’s rapid

success in just its first two years of competition after a 15-year hia-

tus didn’t come as a shock to McRay.

“I’m not really surprised by how well we’ve done so far,” she said. “I’ve been trying to create a winning culture. I try to instill confidence in my girls, and I am constantly emphasizing the importance of a positive mindset.” McRay starred as an All-State player at Mangum and competed collegiately at UCO and Lubbock Christian. Story continued at OKCFRIDAY.com.

BASKETBALL PLAYOFFS | STATE TOURNAMENT

The Heritage Hall girls golf team finished fourth at the Class 3A state tournament last season. Team members included, from left, Reygann Jones, Mikalyn Lawter, Anastasia Knouse, coach Darcey McRay and Gabriella Gross.

Mount St. Mary’s Will Grayson drives against a Millwood defender during their Class 3A quarterfinal matchup at State Fairgrounds Arena. The Rockets suffered a 61-50 loss to the eventual state champion Falcons.

Crossings Christian’s Cal Furnish attempts an acrobatic layup against Del City’s Desean McCarroll in the Class 5A quarterfinal game at Lloyd Noble Center. The Knights beat the Eagles, 42-39, but lost to Tulsa Washington in the semifinals.

- Photos by Richard Clifton, rtcditigalimages.zenfolio.com

TRACK ROUNDUP BASEBALL ROUNDUP

Fridayland trio runs to gold at Clancy Classic meet

Three Fridayland athletes, along with a relay team from Deer Creek, ran to gold medals last weekend at the Clancy Classic hosted by McGuinness.

John Marshall’s Chole Threatt captured a pair of gold medals in the sprint events.

Threatt won the 100 meters by nearly a halfsecond in 12.10 seconds and cruised to a 1-second victory in the 200 meters in 25.49 seconds.

Two runners from Deer Creek also collected event titles, including Maddie Cottier in the 800 meters and Cadee Shannon in the 3200 meters.

Cottier bested the field by nearly a minute in 2:23.87 in the 800, and also grabbed second place in the 300 hurdles in 48.23 seconds.

Shannon edged teammate Emory Bumgardner by around 15 seconds in 12:19.89 for the 3200 title and also took fifth in the 1600

meters. Bumgardner crossed the finish line in 12:34.07 for the Antlers.

In addition, the Deer Creek girls earned a gold medal in the 4-by400 relay, winning by five seconds in 4:11.28 and also took third in the 4-by-200 and 4-by800 relays.

Arabello Allo secured second in the long jump for Deer Creek with a leap of 16 feet, 8.25 inches and was fourth in the 100 hurdles.

Crossings Christian’s Savanna Meek picked up a top-5 finish in the 100 hurdles in third place and Deer Creek’s Brooklyn Davis placed third in the 300 hurdles.

A Casady duo showed well in the field events.

Caroline Naifeh finished third in the shot put and fourth in the discus, as Ethan Nedio took fourth in the shot put and eighth in the discus for the Cyclones.

Other Fridaylanders

SOCCER ROUNDUP

Panthers net 2nd at Choctaw Cup

Continuing its strong start to the season, the PC North boys soccer team finished second at the Choctaw Cup last weekend.

The Panthers (4-2) suffered a 3-0 loss to Edmond Memorial in the championship game last Saturday. They posted a 3-0 win over host Choctaw in the semifinals and opened with a 2-0 victory against Moore.

The Panther girls (2-4) overcame an opening loss to claim a 3-2 overtime win over Northwest Classen and pick up the consolation title.

PC North shut out Harrah in a 3-0 decision in the consolation semifi-

in the top 10 included:

100 meters – Emmory Carter, Deer Creek, 6th; James Allen, John Marshall, 6th; Jazmyn Nelson, Harding Prep, 8th; Aaliyah Lucas, John Marshall, 9th; 200 meters – Emmory Carter, Deer Creek, 6th; Max McAllister, Casady, 7th; DeShawn Bell, John Marshall, 9th; 400 meters – Wynter Mangrum, Harding Prep, 4th; Natasha Martin, Deer Creek, 6th; Hailey Jane Johnson, McGuinness, 8th; Ethan Simpson, Deer Creek, 10th; 800 meters – Cami Matthews, Casady, 8th; Sam Rhoades, Casady, 6th; Aurial Teemoi, Deer Creek, 7th; 1600 meters – Sam Rhoades, Casady, 5th; Eva Scheer, Casady, 8th; Joseph Hoch, McGuinness, 9th; Emory Bumgardner, Deer Creek, 9th; 3200 meters – Adeline Hanneman, Casady, 7th.

Story continued at OKCFRIDAY.com.

nals but endured a 2-0 setback against Moore in the opener.

Both squads visit PC West this Tuesday for their first game back since spring break.

CHARGERS SWEEP ROCKETS

With just one game before spring break, both Heritage Hall squads cruised to big wins over Fridayland rival Mount St. Mary.

The Charger boys (3-0) boasted a 5-0 victory against the Rockets (1-3) and the defending state champion Charger girls (3-0) rolled to a 5-2 triumph over the Mount (2-2).

Heritage Hall hosts Cache this Thursday, while Mount St. Mary entertains Classen SAS.

Story continued at OKCFRIDAY.com.

Eagles run over Cyclones

Jumping out to an early lead, Harding Charter Prep baseball team took advantage of seven Casady errors on the way to a 12-2 victory over the Cyclones last week in the final game before spring break.

Bryan Mercer batted 3-for-4 with three runs and drove in another run to lead the Eagles (2-3). Quincy Robinson belted two hits including a double and collected three RBIs.

Pitcher Xavier Sarkey allowed two runs on five hits and struck out 11 over six innings for the win.

Andrew Fitzpatrick went 2-for-3 with a double for the Cyclones (5-2). Marcus Budd, Max Geib and Henry Lewis accounted for the other three hits as Budd and Geib scored a run each and Lewis drove in two runs.

Pitcher Canon West surrendered two runs on a hit with a strikeout in three innings for the loss.

Harding Prep visits Purcell this Monday, while Casady next plays March 29 at Weatherford.

KNIGHTS BLANK HENNESSEY

Crossings Christian broke open a close game with five runs in the top of the fourth inning to pull away for a 6-0 win at Hennessey last week.

Alex Foraker enjoyed a big day with three hits, two RBIs and scored once for the Knights (8-3). Kade Wienstroer collected a pair of hits, as Carson

Baugh, Zath Carter and Brayden Ayala chipped in singles.

All three scored a run each, while Baugh drove in two runs and Ayala plated another run.

Wienstroer also picked up the pitching victory, striking out nine in a 1-hit shutout over five innings.

Crossings hosts Chisholm on Monday and travels to Chisholm on Tuesday.

CHARGERS SHUT OUT BETHANY

Plating five runs over the first two innings, Heritage Hall cruised to an 11-0 victory against Bethany last Thursday.

Carson Beam and Whit Thomas belted three hits each to lead the Chargers (7-1). Thomas doubled, drive in a run and scored twice, while Beam had a double and a run batted in. Isaac Beeson also collected two hits and three RBIs.

Pitcher Julius EjikeCharles struck out 11 batters and tossed a no-hitter over five innings for the win.

Heritage Hall visits Fridayland rival McGuinness this Friday and hosts Ponca City on Saturday.

ROCKETS OUTLAST WEATHERFORD

Mount St. Mary staved off a late rally and plated five runs in the fifth inning to claim a 12-7 win over Weatherford last week.

Three players collected at least two hits, including Maddox Stanley, Maddox Ellis and Jason Joseph, for the Rockets (6-3).

Ellis drove in four runs and scored another, as Stanley scored twice and added an

RBI and Joseph chipped in another RBI and run scored.

Four others had hits, with Miles Stanley and Jefferson Hodge combining for four RBIs.

Pitcher Joshua Shropshire allowed seven runs on four hits and struck out eight over six innings for the victory.

Mount St. Mary visits OCS this Friday and Westmoore on Saturday.

PANTHERS EDGE PONCA CITY

PC North ended the unofficial first half of its season with a 9-6 triumph over Ponca City last week.

Junior Garcia batted 2-for-4 with two RBIs and a run scored to lead the Panthers (2-6). Geoffry Schmid and Jessie Aaron belted two hits each and Aaron scored twice.

Atticus Duffy-Relf and Austin Guerrero proved doubles and combined for three RBIs.

Schmid also picked up the pitching victory, allowing four runs on five hits and striking out three in 3 2/3 innings.

This weekend, PC North is scheduled to compete at the Edmond Memorial tournament.

CARL ALBERT TOPS ANTLERS

Despite rallying for three runs in the final inning, Deer Creek suffered a 9-6 setback at Carl Albert last week.

Jake Ludlam, Ashton Hartwig and Jake Ervin boasted two hits each for the Antlers (54). Ludlam and Ervin each collected a double and scored a run, and Hartwig had two RBIs.

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“And you shall know the truth and the truth shall make you free.” John 8:32 (quoting Jesus). The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is that good men do nothing.” – Edmund Burke paraphrase, 1767.

If you want it in the paper, it’s advertising. If you don’t want it in the paper, it’s news.” – Ancient Chinese Proverb

“Without, or with, offense to friends or foes, We sketch your world exactly as it goes.” – Byron, 1818.

“Every violation of truth is a stab at the health of human society.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson, 1878.

“We must always stand – alone if necessary – as the conscience of this community.” – J. Leland Gourley, 1959.

By Mary Pointer Board member, Red Cross serving central and southwest Oklahoma

Lizzie Blankenship embodied the spirit of giving without fanfare. By day, my grandmother tended to her garden, not just for herself but for the benefit of her neighbors as well.

In the evenings, she stitched together quilts for the American Red Cross, offering warmth and com-

fort to those in need. She was a dedicated Red Cross volunteer.

Lizzie is part of a long line of generous souls in my family. Her actions were guided by a belief in the power of collective action and compassion handed down through the generations.

Our ancestors’ stories and lived experiences spoke volumes about the importance of supporting one's community and we believe that helping

others is a privilege, not a duty.

In today's complex world, the lessons from Lizzie's era still resonate. Amid individualism and selfinterest, community support stands as a beacon of hope.

True wealth, we learn, lies not in possessions but in our connections with others. True philanthropy requires more than giving; it requires tapping into a spirit of selflessness and compassion.

It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the challenges we face — challenges like poverty, inequality and the impacts of increasingly frequent disasters. But we are not alone.

Just as Lizzie stood with her neighbors, we too can draw strength from our communities as we strive for a better world.

In honoring our ancestors’ legacies, we shape the future. By embracing compassion, we can create

Dear Wise Elder: I know that for good health and longevity, I SHOULD BE MOVING. But exercise is so boring, such drudgery.

Dear Drudgery: The Oklahoma Senior Games offers 25 quality competitions throughout the year for those age 50+. Friendly competition includes bowling, dancing, basketball, pickleball, bicycling, weight lifting and even walking. Something for everyone in age categories. There is a Facebook page for the Oklahoma Senior Games where you can see previous athletes and their brief story. Many enter for the first time. More

a world where everyone thrives. This is the essence of community — a timeless legacy that binds us together as one human family.

The Red Cross helps build community when times are hard. It does not turn away anyone in need of help during a disaster. The Red Cross strives to make our neighbors more prepared and more resilient. They support members of the military, veterans and

information is available at the YMCA or on the YMCA website. Grab the hand of a friend and enter today. Doing something new is good for your body and your brain and far less expensive than medicine. On May 17 at MetroFit, Senior LifeSkills Learning will be showing the documentary “Age of Champions” which features the compelling stories of several who overcame obstacles and went to the Senior Olympics. Register for this free event at VillagesOKC.org.

- Courtesy VillagesOKC www.VillagesOKC.org (405) 990 6637

their families who give of themselves to serve the rest of us.

Last year, Red Cross volunteers doing those things invested more than 36,000 hours of their time into the communities served by the Central and Southwest Oklahoma Chapter.

This is why I support the Red Cross. Join me in continuing this legacy of generosity and community support. Together, we can make a difference.

Oklahoma City FRIDAY,

Chargers travel globe during Explore Week

In the final stretch of the third quarter, Chargers in the Upper School participated in adventures locally and abroad for this year’s Explore Week, an annual program that allows students to dive head-first into new and existing passions.

Off-campus activities included an exploration of the arts and beautiful outdoors of Bentonville, Ark.; a visit to the beautiful British Virgin Islands where students studied sea life while learning how to sail; an expedition in Peru that mesmerized our Chargers with the charm of Peruvian culture; and a journey across the Atlanic from London to Normandy to Paris in pursuit of learning the European perspective on World War II.

Back home at The Hall, several more classes were offered, ranging from the opportunity to create a one-act play from the beginning during Page to Stage, to studying

by Atala Johnson

HALL HAPPENINGS

the evolution of homologous anatomical structures in Comparative Anatomy.

Whether Upper Schoolers were upcycling clothes or building a new home during a service learning project with Habitat for Humanity, the Heritage Hall Explore Week focuses on the world around them and the world at large.

In the Lower School, Pre-K visited the Edmond Children's Safety Village, while fourth grade hosted a States Fair on Thursday, where students presented insight they’ve gained about various states. In celebration, these young Chargers dressed in the theme of their respective states.

Happy spring break!

Above: During the Amazing Race OKC Explore course, Jackson Curry ’25 experiments with playing a banjo at the Oklahoma Banjo Museum. Below: Explore students toured Peru during HH Explore Week.

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Jim Abernathy Perry Ames

Justin Brown

Chase Daniels

Betsy Jett

Herb

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Susan Berney Doug Bridges

Nancy Coats

John Fisher Caden Hallman000

Margaret Heath

Chad Ragsdale Jenifer Cefalo

Siegrid Thompson March 24

Megan Bradford

Ted Gumerson

Kaitlyn Medley Sara Northwood

Dan Sanders

Kathy Sharpe

Shanna Stout Spencer March 25

Shonn Carmack

Sylvia Dawkins

Becky Grantham

Chuck Harrison

Cathy Hood

Linda K. Ramsey Norman Walker

Carl Anderson, IV

L. Ryan Bair

Rachel Birts Ryan Bond

Tim

Cody

Judy Marlin

Valery

Dan Stuart

Laura Blackburn

Drake Parsons

Karyn Taylor

Email updates for the birthday list to rose@okcfriday.com.

Harding Fine Arts Academy

Sally Bentley’s Harding classmates came out to support her as she received the Outstanding Harding High School Alumni Award, above from Shannon Mckenrick, executive director of the Harding Fine Arts Academy Foundation. At right: Classmates in attendance, from left: Linda Dunn, Carolyn Hert, Kenyon Morgan, Jan Hill, Franci Hart and Charles Watts.

- Photos by Rose Lane

The Harding Fine Arts Academy Foundation hosted its Leadership in Arts & Education Awards. At left: Carlie Preskitt accepts the Oustanding Harding Fine Arts Alumni Award from Shannon Mckenrick, executive director of the foundation.

Annie Bohanon, lower right, was the chairman of the event. She is pictured with Betsy and Nick Berry.

Nancy Anthony accepts the John and Joy Reed Belt Award from Mckenrick.

Joyce A. Henderson is the recipient of the Innovation in Education Award. Shannon Mckenrick, executive director of the Harding Fine Arts Academy Foundation.

Oklahoma Contemporary opens Home1947

Oklahoma Contemporary celebrated the opening of HOME1947: Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy with a reception and conversation featuring Noor Ahmed, director of the Citizens Archive of Pakistan, and Sameer Khan, producer of HOME1947, moderated by Dr. Nyla Ali Khan.

HOME1947 highlights the work of Pakistani Canadian filmmaker Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy, known for her directorial work on two episodes of Ms. Marvel and an upcoming Star Wars film. The exhibition explores visual memories of the 1947 Partition of India and Pakistan through a series of short documentary and narrative films, virtual reality, photographs and oral histories, objects and archival documents, and sound installations, recreating the longlost sights, sounds and smells of what millions once called home.

Guests explored an interactive map, listened to survivor stories, walked among corridors and passageways and visited abandoned homes through virtual reality. A space for reflection at the end of the exhibition invited people to meditate on what they would take with them to create a new home, accompanied by an art project that asked visitors to leave a message on a wall of luggage handles.

Sheriff speaks to RWC

Oklahoma County Sheriff Tommie Johnson with Kristi Eakin Hall, president, left, and Kim Zissa, right, first vice president of OKC Republican Women’s Club at the Oklahoma City Golf & Country Club. Sheriff Johnson spoke on safety highlights the national sheriffs convention.

Students are lauded

A total of 13,950 students enrolled during Fall Semester 2023 at The University of Alabama were named to the Dean's List with an academic record of 3.5 (or above) or the President's Lst with an academic record of 4.0 (all A's).

Local students include:

Tatum Laird of Nichols Hills, who was named to the President’s List; Madelyn Smith, of Oklahoma City, who was named to the Dean’s List; and Kelly Willis, of Oklahoma City, who was named to the President’s List.

Sameer Khan, Noor Ahmed, Dr. Nyla Ali Khan, Carina Evangelista and HOME1947 Producer Sameer Khan, Citizens Archive of Pakistan.

At left: John and Mary Seward.

At right: Oklahoma Contemporary Board of Trustees Vice President Melissa Scaramucci and Dr. Nyla Ali Khan.

- Photos by AJ Stegall

Mark 11:1-11

When they were approaching Jerusalem, at Bethphage and Bethany, near the Mount of Olives, Jesus sent two of his disciples and said to them, “Go into the village ahead of you, and immediately as you enter it, you will find tied there a colt that has never been ridden; untie it and bring it. If anyone says to you, ‘Why are you doing this?’ just say this, ‘The Lord needs it and will send it back here immediately.’”

They went away and found a colt tied near a door, outside in the street.

As they were untying it, some of the bystanders said to them, “What are you doing, untying the colt?”

They told them what Jesus had said; and they allowed them to take it.

Then they brought the colt to Jesus and threw

The Palm Sunday Gospel

their cloaks on it; and he sat on it.

Many people spread their cloaks on the road and others spread leafy branches that they had cut in the fields. Then those who went ahead and those who followed were shouting, “Hosanna!

Blessed is the one who comes in the

name of the Lord!

Blessed is the coming kingdom of our ancestor David! Hosanna in the highest heaven!”

Then he entered Jerusalem and went into the temple; and when he had looked around at everything, as it was already late, he went out to Bethany with the 12.

The Year of Living Constitutionally: One Man’s Humble Quest to Follow the Constitution’s Original Meaning

By A.J. Jacobs

The bestselling author of the Year of Living Biblically has done it again with this book, The Year of Living Constitutionally, in which he tries to follow the original meaning of the Constitution and how the document does or does not apply to the life of today’s citizens of the United States. AJ Jacobs, the author, is a journalist and podcaster and contributor to NPR, The New York Times and Esquire The book will be available after May 7, 2024, and the timing is right for the public who are now wrestling with political decisions. Will the words mean the same today as they did in the 1780s?

The author is meticulous in his research and slightly hyster-

ical in many of his portrayals of citizens confronting whether women really should have the right to vote, or own property. He is trying to think like the colonists did then. It is lively reading to follow the thinking of the early colonists as well as the dress, the customs, the food and even work habits. Are the three arms of government (presidential, judicial, executive) being utilized today as they were intended, or have the times so changed habits and factions that some of these so-called rights are interpreted as life’s demands, thinkings and actions. Jacobs is careful to dress the part Colonial, carry the musket, talk the talk and understand what it meant to live by the Constitution in the past 200 years since the questions were addressed. Even the words are archaic. Many of us would find it comedic to read of times when women could not own property or sign any contract or have checking accounts. Women and Blacks were not allowed to have any voice in government. There have been many outrages that have been slow to be righted.

The author summed up his feeling of the relevancy of his exercise in evolving govern-

ment over the years and passed it on in what he calls the Ten Take Aways. Among these, he points out that the Constitution has only four pages in its original form, but covers many needs. He believes one person can make a difference but be aware that there is more than one way of governing. He stresses the importance of thinking slowly in adopting laws as well as the need to embrace virtue while recognizing the importance of glorifying the past and at the same time not dismissing its wisdom. He urges all to remember that experiment is a part of the American experience. No union will ever be perfect but to make the author’s findings a little more precarious. He is clear that we must work hard to protect our democracy and that to have a more perfect union, people must pledge to battle disinformation, trialism, science deniers, or any demigod promise of a simple fix. Jacobs closes out his year by reminding us that “Whether the sun sets or rises on Democracy, that’s up to us, we the people.”

Thanks to Full Circle Bookstore for sharing these books with FRIDAY readers.

Literary Voices 2024: Metro Library hosts James Patterson

The highly anticipated Literary Voices 2024 event series, proudly presented by the Library Endowment Trust, promises an enriching literary experience featuring three distinguished authors while championing the cause of early childhood literacy programs.

• James Patterson at the Hudiburg Center at Rose State College –

On Tuesday, April 9, at 7 pm, experience an engaging evening with bestselling author James Patterson at the Hudiburg Center Rose State College in Midwest City. Patterson, known for an extensive body of work spanning various genres, will be the focal point of this event. VIP sponsors can enjoy an exclusive backstage reception starting at 6 pm, while all attendees can relish a conversation moderated by local attorney Roberta Fields. Ticket holders at the $100 level or above

will receive a copy of Patterson’s latest book, “The Secret Lives of Booksellers and Librarians,” released one day before the event. Tickets are available at okcciviccenter.com. While there won’t be a public book signing, Full Circle Bookstore will have books available for purchase at the event.

Proceeds from the Literary Voices 2024 series will contribute to the Library Endowment Trust and the Friends of the Library’s initiative to establish funds for the growth and sustainability of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library book gifting program in Oklahoma County. The goal is to promote and support early childhood literacy outreach programs. For more information, event details, or to secure your spot, visit literaryvoices.org. You can also email development@metrolibrary.org or call 405606-3760.

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