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Fridaylanders show well at Bethany meet

Seven Fridayland track athletes ran to gold medals at the 60th Annual Ed Forester Invitational in Bethany. In addition, the McGuinness boys finished second in the team standings and the Irish girls were third, followed by Heritage Hall in fourth, Casady in fifth and Crossings Christian in sixth place.

Six throw hats in ring for Village Council

By Eric Oesch Staff Writer

Six candidates are on the ballot when voters in The Village go to the polls this Tuesday, April 4 to elect councilmen for Wards 1, 2 and 3. Incumbent candidates in Wards 1 and 2 drew opponents for the non-partisan election, while the race for Ward 3 replaces David Glover, 59, who was appointed to fulfill the unexpired term of former Councilman and Mayor Adam Graham who resigned his position unexpectedly last year. The seats for Wards 4 and 5 are not up for reelection.

OCU Societies honor four during Awards of Excellence

Four new members of The Societies of Oklahoma City University are to be honored at the organization’s 35th Annual Awards of Excellence Luncheon on Tuesday, April 11, at the Oklahoma City Golf and Country Club.

“The Societies of Oklahoma City University’s recognition of Hilarie Blaney, Christina Mallory Chicoraske, Patsy Homsey and Sally Starling as new

members of this exceptional group of leaders is a point of pride for our institution,” said Ken Evans, OCU president. “These four women’s contributions to our community and beyond makes them not only role models to our students but changemakers within our network of alumni and friends. We are proud to work with them and congratulate each on their well-deserved honor.”

Hilarie Blaney, senior vice president and lending officer in private banking at BancFirst, is receiving the DulaneyBrowne Library Society Award which was established in conjunction with the library on OCU’s campus. She is a graduate of OCU, earning her Bachelor of Science in Business Management in 1976

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Casady School to improve upon athletic facilities

By Rose Lane Editor

Casady School announced that the Mathis family has committed a significant lead gift toward the construction of a new strength and performance facility that allows

for expanded physical fitness, core training and wellness programming, prioritizing healthy habits for all Cyclone student-athletes.

And, the Payne family has generously offered a lead gift toward constructing a worldclass, water-based turf play-

ing surface for field hockey. Casady School’s athletics program has experienced significant change over the past 15 months beginning with the announcement the school would apply for membership in the Oklahoma Secondary School Activities Association.

Private Reserve is set for April 11

Community Literacy Centers (CLC)

announces a ducky take on their signature fundraising gala, Private Reserve.

Private Reserve-The Speakeasy is to be held at the Oklahoma Governor’s Mansion on Tuesday, April 11, beginning at 6 p.m. Private Reserve benefits adults in the community who seek literacy and language services through Community Literary Center.

Guests of the event should get dolled up to attend the Juice Joint and partake in a festive night of giggle water, small bites and dancing. The evening features a silent and live auction and musical entertainment by the Dave Washburn Jazz Band.

Mary Blankenship Pointer, event chairman, is the creative force behind

the annual gala.

“It is an honor to once again chair Private Reserve, and we are particularly thrilled this year to have the Honorable Governor Bill Anoatubby of the Chickasaw Nation in attendance,” Pointer said. “We believe that supporting adults in their endeavor to further their reading and writing skills fosters a literate family culture, having a positive impact on the lives of many citizens and children in our community.”

Private Reserve began in 1992 when Vicki Gourley and the late Wayne Hirst had a vision for bringing wine and culture to Oklahoma in support of adult literacy. Throughout the years, Private

See CLC, Page 3

Since that time, Head of School Nathan Sheldon said Casady has been accepted for membership in the OSSAA and is to become an associate member within its current conference,

See CASADY, Page 11

Dogs of the Week

Sasha and Sadie are both fun, very playful 4­year­old Labradoodles. They live with Gregg and Janis Heitzmanon Elmhurst. Email Dog, Cat, Pet and Baby of the Week nominations with complete descriptions to rose@okcfriday. com.

Submissions are used in the order they are received.

The race for Ward 1 councilman pits incumbent Vice Mayor Wynter Griffis against former Mayor and longtime Councilman David Bennett.

Griffis, 33, was first elected to the City Council in 2020 and was named vice mayor in 2022. She is a single mother of one daughter and is currently the only woman on the council. Her website says she has “spent the past two years using her passion and determination to create a better and more equitable community for all.”

Bennet, 69, lost his seat to Griffis in 2020 after serving 12 years on the council. He was first elected in 2007. Bennett held the office of mayor and vice mayor of The See VILLAGE, Page 5

Heritage Hall’s Jackson Fowler finished second in the 1600 meters and fourth in the 3200 meters at the Ed Forester Invitational in Bethany.

- Photos by Kimberly Richelle, kimberlyrichelle.myportfolio.com

Above, McGuinness’ Mary Loftiss competes in the long jump at the Forester Invitational in Bethany. Loftiss finished fourth in the event.

Casady’s Addison Starling takes part in the 100-meter hurdles event at Bethany.

At right: The Ross family accepting the Lake Frontier Council, Boy Scouts of America’s E.C. Joullian Distinguished Citizen Award, from left, Molly Fuhrman, Bob Ross, Lil Ross and Becky Roten.

Ross family honored with Distinguished Citizen Award

The Last Frontier Council, Boy Scouts of America, presented the Ross Family with the 2023 E. C. Joullian Distinguished Citizen Award for a lifetime of leadership and generosity to the community.

The Ross Family has a strong history with Scouting, starting with Troop 120, chartered to Christ the King Catholic Church. Under the watchful eye of his father, Bill, and Scoutmaster Rick Jackson, Bob Ross earned his Eagle Scout rank in 1988. The impact of the Ross Family on Oklahoma City is reflected through Bill’s life-long career of giving back, Lil’s community support and service, Becky’s devotion to helping our youngest citizens through her

At right: Scout Executive/CEO, Last Frontier Council, Boy Scouts of America Jeff Woolsey, event Co-Chairmen Lee Beasley and Mike Turpen and Boy Scouts Director of Development Ryan Lemons.

volunteer work, Molly’s commitment to improving healthcare for our citizens and Bob’s dedication to continue his father’s legacy of helping others. The Ross family’s Scouting roots continue into the next generation with Eagle Scouts William Roten, Austin Fuhrman and Charlie Fuhrman.

“The E. C. Joullian name stands for what a distinguished citizen should aspire to be, and the members of the Ross Family have certainly lived up to that,” Last Frontier Council President Ellen Fleming said.

“Oklahoma City is fortunate to have the Ross family as leaders and supporters of our citizens. Their support of Scouting has touched thousands of lives."

The E.C. Joullian Distinguished Citizen Award is named for two men who were champions of Scouting and well-known philanthropists. Edward C. Joullian II served as president of the Last Frontier Council from 1953 to 1954. His son, Edward C. Joullian III, served as president of the Boy Scouts of America from 1982 to 1984 and was awarded the Bronze Wolf for exceptional services to world Scouting.

While a room packed full of Scouting supporters and Troop 120 alumni watched, event chairs Lee Beasley and Mike Turpen presented the Ross family with the award on March 21, 2023, at the Distinguished Citizen Dinner, held at the Oklahoma City Golf and Country Club.

- Photos by Rose Lane

Doug and Susie Fuller with Christ the King’s Father Rex Arnold who gave the invocation.

Above: Kelley Barnes and Dan Martel. Below: Mike Joseph and Terry Cooper.

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Reserve has raised over $1 million to fund CLC literacy programs and has become the model for other fundraising events in Oklahoma.

“We are passionate about helping adults in our community who want to improve their literacy skills in pursuit of better jobs or simply to help their child with homework,” said Dana Kelso, executive director of CLC.

“The success of our program greatly depends upon the generous contributions of our donors and functions like Private Reserve.”

CLC classes are always free for students. Funding from the event will provide instructors, curriculum materials and program/operational support for the program. To learn about sponsorship opportunities for Private Reserve or to purchase tickets, please call (405) 5247323 or visit communityliteracy.com/event s to purchase sponsorships and/or event tickets, which are $175 for individual or $300 for two.

For security purposes, each guest’s full name and date of birth is mandatory to attend.

An ID must be presented at entrance.

Paque is on Dean’s List

Lauren Paque from Nichols Hills has been named to DePauw University's Fall 2022 Dean's List.

The Dean's List recognizes students who achieve a semester grade point average of 3.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale. Congratulations on this well-earned achievement!

Established in 1837, DePauw University is a liberal arts institution ranked in the top 45 liberal arts colleges in the nation and as the number one liberal arts college in the state of Indiana.

FUNDRAISERS

April 6 • Shine a Light

Please join Sunbeam Family Services at the 9th annual Shine a Light event, which includes dinner, drinks and aspiring stories of hope. This year’s Aspire Award recipient is Kelly Gray. The event is chaired by Kirsten and David Griffin at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum. With your support you can ‘Shine a Light’ on the needs of our community, inspire hope and help even more of our neighbors find their light. Go to sunbeamfamilyservices.org for details.

April 15 • Walk for Wishes

Bring the whole family to enjoy a day of celebrating the more than 3,000 wishes that have been granted for Make­A­Wish Oklahoma children with a bounce house, yard games, food trucks, inspiring wish stories and of course a lovely stroll through Scissortail Park to honor wish kids. This event is free to attend and absolutely everyone is welcome. For those who register their walk team ahead of time and fundraise to make new wishes come true, there will be exclusive swag like tshirts and Simple Modern water bottles. Register at wish.org/

April 20 • Tatas & Tinis OKC 2023

Oklahoma Project Woman along with Chairs Jill and Jason Zaloudik invite you to join them at Tatas & Tinis OKC to benefit our neighbors who, due to lack of insurance and financial resources, would otherwise not have access to breast health care. The event is from 6­9 pm at the Devon Boathouse, 608 Riversport Dr. with music from Adam Aguilar. It will be an evening filled with small bites, signature cocktails, wine, Corona and fun with friends. Funds raised will provide breast health care ­ mammograms, diagnostic procedures, and surgical servicesat no charge to our neighbors in need right here in Oklahoma City. Must be 21 to attend. Tickets and sponsorships are available online at oklahomaprojectwoman.org/tatas­tinis­okc/ or by contacting Valerie valeriea@oklahomaprojectwoman.org.

oklahoma/walk­wishes­2023 or call Madison at 405­286­4000.

April 22 •

Shakespeare’s Birthday

Oklahoma Shake­

speare in the Park is having a fundraiser for its Season 39 with live music, food, drink and merriment under the stars at the beautiful Shakespeare Gardens from 6 – 9 pm. Get tickets for Shakespeare’s Birthday Bash at okshakes.org.

BREAKFAST

April 8 • Breakfast Buffet

There will be an allyou­can­eat pancake and sausage breakfast buffet at the OKC Masonic Lodge #36. It will be held between 8­10 am, Saturday, April 8 at 2925 W. Britton Rd. Please join us for a great breakfast.

TULIP FESTIVAL

Resurrection in Virtual Reality

St. Luke’s United Methodist Church is leaping into the future with a new virtual reality experience of the resurrection of Jesus. Based on the Biblical text from Matthew 28, the fiveminute experience uses a mix of live action footage and CGI animation to take viewers back to ancient Israel where the action unfolds. The Resurrection experience will launch during Easter week at St. Luke’s downtown and Edmond locations.

April 8­9 • Tulip Festival

Myriad Botanical Gardens enthusiastically announces their inaugural Tulip Festival on Saturday and Sunday, April 8 and 9 from 10 am to 5 pm. This free two­day event will feature eye­catching spring blossoms, creative displays, classes, musical performances and 50+ local food and merchandise vendors. The festival will also feature the first Crystal Bridge floral show since reopening, and a tulip art show. Admission starts at $10.50 with discounts for seniors, military, students and youth. Members get free admission all year. Purchasing a membership is recommended to help keep the Gardens vibrant throughout. Visit myriadgardens. org for more information.

Resurrection follows Mary, mother of Jesus, and Mary Magdalene as they go to the tomb to prepare Jesus’s body for burial. Instead of finding the body, they are met with an earthquake, an angel, an empty tomb, and a sighting of Jesus before running to tell the disciples that Jesus has risen.

The idea for the virtual reality film came from a St. Luke’s member whose children were using tablets and VR for gaming and entertainment. She wanted to tell the inspiring stories of the Bible in a new way that would reach younger generations. She brought the idea and funding to the fantastic St. Luke’s ministry team, including Dr. Bob Long, Rev. Wendy Lambert, and Rev. Josh Attaway They immediately rec-

ognized the potential of this new medium and chose the resurrection of Jesus as the story to launch St. Luke’s into this new arena.

As a St. Luke’s member with virtual reality experience, I was contacted to consult and ultimately to lead the project. I brought on fellow St. Luke’s member and Heritage Hall graduate Ryan Johnston to cowrite the script. Johnston worked in Hollywood for multiple film studios and is a seasoned screenwriter.

Next up, I partnered with Ryan Bellgardt, founder and creative director of Boiling Point Media, to decide the best way to tell the story. Bellgardt directs special effects-heavy movies and manages a team of CGI artists year-round. We quickly agreed the best way to transport people to ancient Israel was to recreate that world inside of the “Unreal Engine,” which is the same technology used for the Disney+ series The Mandalorian. We also agreed that we wanted the characters to be real, to be played by live actors. So, we filmed all of the actors

against Boiling Point Media’s new state-ofthe-art LED wall and inserted them into the Unreal environment.

As with any movie, sound and music were critical components to make the experience immersive. Long time Boiling Point collaborator David Stone Hamilton created an original score that accents the action but leaves space for contemplation. And, sound mixer and sound designer Rob Derrick worked for weeks to bring glorious sound to a 360° environment that also works on the tiny speakers on a virtual reality headset. Derrick is a professor of sound mixing at ACM/UCO, founder of OK Sounds Good, and the sound mixer on all of my feature films.

The St. Luke’s team, led by Director of Communications Brent Manning, has purchased and loaded more than 30 VR headsets that will be available throughout Easter week at St. Luke’s downtown and Edmond locations. Both locations will also set up virtual reality cinemas for Easter morning, allowing groups of people to experience the Resurrection VR on their way to or from church. For St. Luke’s hours, addresses, directions, and information about Easter week services, please visit stlukesokc.org.

Yellowstone’s Mo returns as emcee for Western Heritage Awards

The National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum is excited to announce the return of actor Mo Brings Plenty, best known for his role as “Mo” on the hit television series Yellowstone, as emcee for the 2023 Western Heritage Awards dinner on Saturday, April 15.

The Western Heritage Awards honors individuals who have made significant contributions to Western heritage through creative works in literature, music, television and film, and serves as the induction ceremony for the National Cowboy Museum’s

Hall of Great Westerners and Hall of Great Western Performers. Also presented annually is the Chester A. Reynolds Award, named in honor of the founder of the Museum and presented to a living honoree or group that has notably perpetuated the legacy of the American West.

On Friday, April 14 at 11 am, the public is invited to participate in The Vaquero Way: Spanish Horsemanship, a workshop featuring Chester A. Reynolds award winner, Bobby Ingersoll and former Museum curator, Don Reeves. It will be moderat-

ed by the Museum’s McCasland Chair of Cowboy Culture, Michael Grauer. The panel discussion on Saturday, April 15 at 11 am is also open to the public with the purchase of Museum admission.

This year, the Museum will hold a Kick-Off Party on April 14 at 5:30 pm and welcomes the public to mingle with inductees and honorees while enjoying complimentary refreshments, hors d’oeuvres and live music featuring Dan Miller’s Cowboy Music Revue. Tickets for the Friday Kick-Off Party are $60 for

members and $70 for general admission. Reservations close April 7.

Due to limited space and overwhelming support from the honorees’ and inductees’ families and friends, tickets to the awards dinner are not available for purchase at this time. To be added to the waitlist, visit nationalcowboymuseum.org/ westernheritage.

For event details, contact Hannah Forman at hforman@ nationalcowboymuseum.org Memberships are available beginning at just $50.

Dr. Bob Long, Lance McDaniel and Rev. Wendy Lambert.

Ryan Johnston, Emily Taylor, Ryan Bellgardt and Chris Hoyt.

Cast members

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and her master of business administration in finance in 1985. In addition, Blaney holds certifications from the renowned Protocol School of Washington D.C. and Investments and Wealth Institute.

Blaney is cofounder of Impact Oklahoma that has distributed almost $4 million to the Oklahoma City nonprofit community over the past eight years since its inception. Blaney is married to OCU law graduate, Kevin Blaney, has one daughter, Jordan Dean, and four stepchildren.

Christina Mallory Chicoraske is being honored with the Oklahoma City University Distinguished Philanthropist Award. She

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Village during his tenure on the council. He retired after 30 years in the Army Reserve and has taught college-level business courses at the University of Central Oklahoma.

The Ward 2 council race sees incumbent C. Scott “Bubba” Symes running against newcomer Jon Sousa.

Symes, 75, is the most tenured councilman in The Village, having served nearly 20 years on the council and four terms as mayor. Symes has lived in The Village since 1959 and is a graduate of John Marshall High School where he met his wife of nearly 40 years. He has been employed with Price Edwards & Co for more than 35 years where he is currently vice president of construction.

His challenger, Jon Sousa, 31, is a software developer who has lived in The Village for more than eight years. He is married to Audrey Sousa, a lifelong resident of the Village. The couple has a four-year-old son.

Running to represent

currently serves as the interim director of statewide learning and development for the Office of Management and Enterprise Services with the State of Oklahoma. Chicoraske earned her bachelor of arts in religion at OCU and her master of public administration from OU before working as the assistant director of undergraduate admissions at OCU and the Uptown 23rd Historic District’s first executive director. She holds many awards for her volunteerism and activism at numerous area nonprofits and has been on the OCU Alumni Advisory Board for the past six years. She and her husband, Tim, live in the Wheeler District in Oklahoma City.

Patsy Homsey is the recipient of the Kirk-

Ward 3 on the council are Melodie Irene Moore and Jane Lowther. Neither candidate has served on the council before.

Moore, 54, has made several appearances before the City Council in recent years advocating for stronger traffic controls on her neighborhood street near Casady School. She is a regular attendee of council meetings.

Lowther, 69, is a lifelong resident of The Village and a product of the Oklahoma City Public Schools having attended Andrew Johnson Elementary School and graduated from John Marshall High School. She retired after more than 30 years teaching in the Oklahoma City school system. This is her second attempt to win the Ward 3 council seat. She attends every council meeting. City Council candidates in The Village must live in the ward they seek to represent.

Registered voters of The Village will cast ballots in all three races as residents vote atlarge to elect council members. City Council members serve twoyear terms and receive $25 per month in compensation.

patrick-Petree Music and Performing Arts Society Award. Originally from Denver, Colo., Homsey moved to Oklahoma to attend OU, where she earned a bachelor of science in business and arts and sciences. Along with her long-time dedication to philanthropy, she has worked as deacon, wedding coordinator and member for 37 years of the Windsong Choral Group at Westminster Presbyterian Church. Previously, she served as a model for Oscar de La Renta and Bill Blass as well, as a buyer for Bailliet’s and executive clothing stylist for numerous clothing companies.

Homsey is married to J.R. Homsey and has two sons, Hogan and Thomas Hunzicker, four stepchildren and four grandchildren.

Polls are open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at five locations in The Village. They include:

• Precinct 102: Christ

The King Catholic Church, 8005 Dorset Drive.

•Precinct 103: Britton Road Church of Christ, 2520 W. Britton Road

•Precinct 104: Northside YMCA, 10000 N. Pennsylvania Ave

•Precinct 105: Covenant Presbyterian Church, 10100 Ridgeview Drive

•Precinct 106: Our Lord’s Lutheran Church, 2900 W. Hefner Road

The City Council works with new City Manager Dave Slezickey who was selected following a nationwide search to replace Bruce Stone who served 37 years in the position before his retirement.

Council members face a busy agenda including overseeing the city’s largest single capital improvement project in the 73-year history of the city. The $8 million Civic Plaza project includes a Civic Plaza near Manchester Drive and Vineyard Boulevard, a linear park from the Civic Plaza to Pennsylvania Avenue, landscaping

Sally Starling is the recipient of the NorickHulsey Gallery Society Award. She is a current board member of the Oklahoma City Ballet, Girl Scouts of Western Oklahoma and the Presbyterian Health Foundation. She also volunteers her time with a multitude of nonprofits in Oklahoma City and has spearheaded successful fundraising campaigns for these entities. She earned her bachelor of arts degree from Claremont McKenna College in California and worked in the U.S. Senate as well as on state and federal campaigns. She and her husband, Jeff, have two teenage daughters, Addison and Megan, and works in the community often with her parents, Polly and Larry Nichols, on various initiatives.

and the reduction of Vineyard Boulevard from four lanes to three, a senior fitness center and play area, and reconfiguration of the street signals at the intersection of Pennsylvania Avenue and Vineyard Boulevard.

HILLARIE BLANEY CHRISTINA CHICORASKE PATSY HOMSEY SALLY STARLING

Sports Weekly

TRACK ROUNDUP: CASADY’S OLSZEWSKI, CROSSINGS’ MEEK CAPTURED 2 EVENT TITLES

7 Fridaylanders run to gold at Bethany

Seven Fridaylanders earned individual gold medals, with two winning a pair of events, as the McGuinnes boys track team finished second and the Irish girls were third at the 60th Annual Ed Forester Invitational in Bethany.

The Heritage Hall girls grabbed fourth place, followed by Casady in fifth and Crossings Christian in sixth place.

Casady boasted three gold-medal winners at Bethany, includ-

ing Helen Olszewski, Larry Mathis and Hope Fahler.

Olszewski ran to a pair of gold medals, winning the 100 meters by about a half-second in 12.41 seconds and the 400 meters in 1:02.60 and placing second in the 200 meters.

Mathis collected a 16-second win over Heritage Hall’s Jackson Fowler in the 1600 meters, posting a time of 4:29.16 and Fowler crossed in 4:45.97.

Mathis also finished

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second in the 800 meters.

Fahler captured the high jump title with a winning leap of 5 feet.

McGuinness came away with a pair of gold medalists, with Tyrell Bruner winning the 110 hurdles in 15.34 seconds and Reid Henderson posting a winning leap of 11 feet, 6 inches to claim the pole vault crown.

Meanwhile, Crossings Christian’s Savanna Meek swept the hurdles, winning the 100meter hurdles in 15.73 seconds and the 300 in 46.45 seconds.

Andy Bass, from Heritage Hall, edged the field by just a tenthsecond to win the 100 meters in 11.26 seconds to round out the group.

Fridaylanders also showed well in the relay events, as the Harding Charter Prep girls won the 4-by-100 relay in 51.32 seconds over Heritage Hall in 51.36 seconds. The Heritage Hall girls placed second in the 4-by-200 relay, as did the McGuinness girls in the 4-by-400 relay.

The McGuinness boys finished second in both the 4-by-400 and 4-by-800 relays and took third in the 4-by200, while Heritage Hall was third in the 4by-100 relay.

Twilight meet last week.

Tabitha Fox and Graham Mitchell swept the 3200-meter distance races, as Fox won gold in 11:06.38 and Mitchell posted a winning time

followed by Brody Woodcock in fourth and Graycie Lucas in fifth place.

Maddie Cottier grabbed fourth place in the 300 hurdles, while Emma McIntosh was

ANTLER GIRLS 7TH AT MEMORIAL

A trio of Deer Creek athletes won gold medals, while helping the Antler girls to seventh and the boys to eighth place at the Edmond Memorial

Heritage Hall’s Addy Washington competes in the long jump at the Ed Forester Invitational in Bethany. Washington finished third in the event and helped the Charger girls to fourth place in the team standings.

of 9:26.50 for Deer Creek.

Tyson Ritz captured a gold medal in the high jump with a winning leap of 6 feet, 6 inches.

Three Antlers placed in the top five in the 1600 meters, led by Madelyn Clark in third,

fourth and Sebrina Molake took fifth in the high jump.

Meanwhile, the Antler girls finished second in the 4-by-800 relay and fifth in the 4by-200 relay. The Antler boys’ best showing was fifth in the 4by-200 relay.

McGuinness’ Tyrell Bruner completes his attempt in the high jump at the Ed Forester Invitational in Bethany. Bruner also won gold in the 110-meter hurdles.

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Irish net 4th at Gauntlet tourney

Claiming fourth or better in two divisions, including an individual title, the McGuinness boys tennis team finished fourth at the Crossings Gauntlet tournament last week.

T.J. Shanahan led the Irish with a No. 1 singles title in a staight-set victory. Rusty LaForge claimed fourth in No. 2 singles.

The No. 1 doubles team of Carl Amaya and Matthew Dell’Oso finished fifth, while Joseph Dickerson and Sam Purnell were sixth in No. 2 doubles. Meanwhile, the

McGuinness girls boasted fourth in a pair of divisions to take sixth in the team standings at Crossings.

Olivia LaForge placed fourth in No. 1 singles, as did Juli Abbott and Lauren Potter in No. 1 doubles.

Elizabeth Newbold took fifth in No. 2 singles, with Chelsea Le and Olesya Rodgers claiming seventh place in No. 2 doubles.

McGuinness next competes April 11 in a dual at Heritage Hall and April 13 against Harding Charter Prep.

SOCCER ROUNDUP

CYCLONES DROP SPC DUALS

The Casady boys suffered a pair of losses in Southwest Preparatory Conference duals, including a 3-2 setback at Fort Worth-Country Day and a 4-1 defeat at Greenhill.

Milin Kumar provided the Cyclones a win against Country Day in No. 3 singles as did Thatcher Wallis and Warner Hayhurst in No. 2 doubles.

Wallis and Hayhurst also had Casady’s only win against Green-hill in No. 2 doubles.

Eagles down Knights for OCS title

As the final pitted a pair of Fridayland soccer teams against each other, the Harding Charger Prep boys pulled off a 2-1 victory over Crossings Christian last Saturday to claim the OCS Invitational championship.

Lennin Ayala provided the game-winning goal for the Eagles (5-1) and Jake Martinez scored the first goal.

Charlie Cook netted the Knights’ only goal as they settled for the runner-up trophy.

In the semifinals, Harding Prep cruised to a 3-1 against the OKC Storm behind goals from Ayala and Isreal Ibanez.

The Eagles opened

on Friday with a dominating 4-0 triumph over Catoosa. Julian Melton led the way with two goals.

Crossings Christian (5-2) also posted a 3-1 win over host OCS in its semifinal match. Cook scored a team-best two goals and Michael Swisher added another.

Kaden Laisle netted two goals to lead the Knights to a 4-0 shutout against Verdigris in Friday’s opener. Cook and Harper Nance accounted for the other two goals.

Meanwhile, the Harding Prep girls suffered a 3-2 overtime penality-kick loss to OCS in the championship game to finish in

GOLF ROUNDUP

second place. Laken LeForce scored two goals and Yamileth Ponce collected two assists to lead the Eagles (5-2).

Their semifinal match against Catoosa also went to penalty kicks with Harding claiming a 2-1 win.

LeForce netted the Eagles’ only goal in regulation.

They also got a 1-0 win over the Deer Creek JV in the opener, behind a goal by Rakayla Coulter.

Harding Prep hosts Clinton this Tuesday, while Crossings Christian entertains Crooked Oak. Girls’ games start at 6 p.m. followed by the boys around 8 p.m.

BASEBALL ROUNDUP

Chargers cruise past Little Axe

Heritage Hall’s offense erupted for more than 30 runs in a doubleheader sweep over Little Axe last Monday.

Austin Lemon went 3-for-3, scored three times and drove in two more to lead the Chargers (8-1) in a 13-6 win against the Indians in the first game.

Jack Whitworth and Ben Thomas also had two hits each as Whitworth picked up two RBIs.

Whitworth struck out two and allowed one run on one hit over 1 2/3 innings for the pitching victory.

In the nightcap, Heritage Hall cruised to a 19-0 victory as Kaeden Woods batted 4-for-4, with three triples, a double, two RBIs and three runs scored. Austin Lemon added three hits, including a double, and scored twice.

Pitcher Orie Walker also threw a no-hitter and struck out six in the victory.

The Charges are set to play in the Kingfisher tournament this weekend and host Purcell on Monday at 5 p.m.

IRISH SWEEP GUYMON

Jumping out to early leads in both games, McGuinness rolled to a doubleheader sweep last Monday against Guymon.

The Irish (11-5) capitalized on Guymon’s four errors in posting a 13-1 win in the first game.

Cole Grundy and Jackson Cassil belted two hits each to lead

the way, with Grundy hitting a pair of doubles and driving in three runs and Cassil adding an RBI triple.

Pitcher Damon Cochran allowed just a run on a hit and struck out nine over five innings to earn the complete-game victory.

McGuinness’ bats stayed hot in the nightcap as the Irish accumulated four extra-base hits in a 12-1 triumph over Guymon.

Kaleb Anderson, Ben Corly, Brett Jacobs and Chambers belted doubles as Anderson drove in two runs while Corly and Jacobs drove in a run each.

Pitcher Beau Law went the distance to post 11 strikeouts and surrender a run on four hits in five innings for the victory.

This weekend, the Irish are scheduled to compete at a tournament in Lawton followed by a home doubleheader on Monday against Southeast starting at 5 p.m.

KNIGHTS RUN OVER NEWKIRK

Plating seven runs in the bottom of the second inning, Crossings Christian pulled away for a 10-3 win over Newkirk last Monday afternoon.

Three players accumulated two hits each for the Knights (7-1), led by Braydan Ayala with a double, two RBIs and two runs scored. Alex Foraker drove in a pair of runs and scored another, while Carson Baugh had an RBI single and scored once.

Pitcher Silas Ward collected eight strikeouts and allowed three runs on three hits over three innings for the victory.

Crossings Christian

is set to compete at the Victory Christian tournament in Tulsa this weekend, before visiting Hennessey on Monday and hosting Hennessey on Tuesday at 5 p.m.

ROCKETS SHUT OUT BRIDGE CREEK

Mount St. Mary broke open a scoreless game with two runs in the top of the fourth inning to secure a 3-0 win over Bridge Creek on Monday.

Jason Joseph went 2for-3 and scored a run to lead the Rockets (94). Will Grayson belted a two-RBI double and Parker Hayes added another double and scored a run.

Pitcher Joshua Shropshire tossed a 2hit shutout and struck out eight over seven innings for the complete-game victory.

EAGLES DOMINATE CASADY

Jumping out to an early lead, Harding Charter Prep dominated Fridayland rival Casady for a 21-5 victory in the Eagles’ last outing.

Quincy Robinson went 2-for-4 with a double, three RBIs and scored twice as the Eagles boasted five players with at least two hits.

Holdan Redwine drove in two runs and scored three times, while Justin Knight notched five runs scored, Sean Carr had two RBIs and Matin Mazroee drove in a run and scored another.

Pitcher Xavier Sarkey recorded six strikeouts and allowed five runs on six hits over six innings to earn the victory.

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(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, March 17, 2023; Friday, March 24, 2023; Friday, March 31, 2023)

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA Case No. FD-2022-2822

In Re the Marriage of: ) David D. Anderson,) Petitioner,) -and-) Lakiesha Anderson,) Respondent.)

NOTICE BY PUBLICATION

THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA TO:

You are hereby notified that the Petitioner has sued you for Dissolution of Marriage, alleging incompatibility. You must answer the Petition on or before the 17 day of April, 2023, or the Petition will be taken as true, and a divorce and other relief sought will be granted to the Petitioner.

WITNESS MY HAND AND SEAL this 1 day of March, 2023.

RICK WARREN, Court Clerk By: /s/Teresa Becker CURT CLERK OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY

(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, March 17, 2023; Friday, March 24, 2023; Friday, March 31, 2023)

NOTICE BY PUBLICATION No. FD-2023-494

In the District Court within and for said County and State. State of Oklahoma,} } ss. Oklahoma County}

Brenda Forbes, Plaintiff vs. Tyler Forbes, Defendant

The State of Oklahoma to the said Defendant, Greeting:

You, the said defendant, will take notice that you have been sued in the above named Court in the above named and numbered cause for a divorce on the grounds of unreconcilable differences and incompatibility and you must answer Plaintiff’s petition filed herein on or before the 24 day of April 2023, or said petition will be taken as true and judgment for said Plaintiff will be rendered against you according to prayer of Plaintiff’s petition.

RICK WARREN, Court Clerk /s/Jamie Houston, Deputy Clerk (SEAL)

(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, March 31, 2023; Friday, April 7, 2023; Friday, April 14, 2023)

NOTICE BY PUBLICATION No. FD-2021-1680

In the District Court within and for said County and State. State of Oklahoma,} } ss. Oklahoma County} Brandy Necole Johnson, Plaintiff vs. Christopher Lee Richey, Defendant

The State of Oklahoma to the said Defendant, Greeting:

You, the said defendant, will take notice that you have been sued in the above named Court in the above named and numbered cause for a divorce on the grounds of __(left blank)__ and you must answer Plaintiff’s petition filed herein on or before the __(left blank)__ day of _(left blank)_ 2023, or said petition will be taken as true and judgment for said Plaintiff will be rendered against you according to prayer of Plaintiff’s petition.

RICK WARREN, Court Clerk (SEAL) /s/illegible signature, Deputy Clerk

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Dated this 12 day of March, 2023.

C. BRENT DISHMAN JUDGE OF THE DISTRICT COURT (SEAL)

(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, March 31, 2023) DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA CV-2023-692

IN RE: The name of:) Dathan Lee Morgan) NOTICE OF HEARING ON CHANGE ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME

TO: All interested parties. Take notice that Dathan Lee Morgan has petitioned to change his/her name to Dathan Lee Campbell. A Hearing on said petition is set for 2:00 o’clock P.M. on the 12 day of April, 2023, before Judge Dishman in his/her courtroom in the Oklahoma County Courthouse.

/s/Teresa Becker By: DEPUTY (SEAL)

(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, March 31, 2023)

DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA CV-2023-682

IN RE: The name of:) Alyssa Holt)

NOTICE OF HEARING ON CHANGE ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME

TO: All interested parties. Take notice that Alyssa Danielle Holt has petitioned to change his/her name to Alexander Isak Holt.

A Hearing on said petition is set for 1:30 o’clock P.M.

Empress of the Nile

Biography by Lynne Olson

This amazing book is more than a biography of Christiane DesrochesNoblecourt, French archaeologist, who saved Egyptian artifacts and monuments right under the nose of Nazi interrogators during World War II while she was active in the French Resistance. She was a leader in saving Egyptian temples and 3,000year-old sarcophaguses and treasures of Egyptian Kings and notables. Even though women were usually considered unsuitable for the excursions, she was thrilled to lead the excursion team that recovered the bust of Queen Tuya which has been in the Luxor Museum since 1974 and is still referred to as “the most precious treasure taken from Tuya’s tomb.”

Of course, she did not accomplish this alone. She worked with fifty countries and UNESCO to contribute nearly a billion dollars saving at least a dozen Egyptian temples from being washed away in floodwaters caused by the construction of the huge new Aswan High Dam. Her passion matched her know-how.

The stories are dramatic of her contact with rich and famous people, the planning,

the ups and downs in this project which was begun in the 1960s and completed in the ‘70s. The world took up the excitement and a long process was made even more challenging when the famous people began to come on board, aggressive men such as Charles de Gaulle and Egypt’s young fighting leader, Gamal Abdel Nasser, fresh from a Suez Canal Crisis. By the time that the West joined in, the fund was doubled. Influential individuals had been recruited, such as a vitally interested Jacqueline Kennedy who pulled in her husband, the President of the United States. Later when widowed, she successfully appealed to Aristotle Onassis to add funds, power and prestige.

The excavations, the history, the excursions became world news. The excitement it caused that touched the entire world. The dig itself is fascinating reading, and the mix of world archaeologists, politicians and world leaders all vying to be the first or possibly the only location for exhibits outside of Egypt was heightened by the now mint-condition of the ancient objects.

These were the first objects that had been taken out of the country, and at one point President Richard Nixon who was anxious to improve America’s relations with Egypt as well as its strategic position in the Middle East suggested that a King Tut

tour in America would be of great benefit to their countries’ relationship. Sadat agreed.

The British Museum in London and the Petite Palais Museum in Paris both wanted the first appearance. Through careful handling and brilliant statesmanship, the Treasures of Tutankhamun completed its US tour 1967 -1978 after appearances in Chicago, New Orleans, Seattle, Los Angeles and New York. The critics said that this was the biggest museum blockbuster ever shown in the States. The fact that each appearance had sold out tickets and smashed all attendance records would indicate he was right.

Christiane DesrochesNoblecourt was 96 years of age when finally recognized at a Paris reception with the highest level of France’s most prestigious order of merit, the Grand Cross of the Legion of Honor, one of only six women to receive it in the order’s 220-year history. Her honor was for a woman of learning, sharing and making ancient Egypt and its place in history so appealing to all. She became known for bringing the past to life and made it interesting enough for her to become known throughout her life as “the origin of the concept of the world heritage of humanity which, more than ever, matters in our time.”

It is our privilege as readers to experience her journey and making

a place in Egypt, France and the world with her passing on her fervor for art and museums. She died in June of 2011 at the age of 97 leaving voluminous plans for possible projects. Her stated intention was to go on working and living until the last possible moment. “As long as there’s life, there’s hope... Never give up. Never abandon what you set out to do. That’s my philosophy.” When the book is closed, the Empress of the Nile will have earned the respect of those who have the privilege of sharing the life of this remarkable woman Christiane Desroches-Noblecourt and the support of her husband who took on major family responsibility to give her time to complete a life she had dreamed of.

Having been fortunate enough to attend an Omniplex Science Museum tour to Treasures of Tutankhamun held in New Orleans, I can honestly recommend reading this spellbinding biography as the next best thing to being on the site of her beloved Egypt and its treasures.

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

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– Byron, 1818.

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– Ralph Waldo Emerson, 1878.

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Many child-related bills moving at Capitol

By Joe Dorman President & CEO Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy

The Oklahoma Legislature reached its second major deadline, and several thousand bills have been either rejected in their houses of origin or were simply not heard.

Up to now, House bills have been considered only by representatives, while senators worked on Senate bills. Now, House bills still alive are in Senate committees while Senate bills still viable are in House committees.

The Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy (OICA) started tracking 403 bills that would impact children and families. We are down to fewer than 150 that we are actively tracking.

Two companion bills, House Bill 1017 and Senate Bill 907 by Sen. Paul Rosino, ROklahoma City, and Rep. Mark Lawson, R- Sapulpa, would create the “Family Representation and Advocacy Act.” The bills provide support for more family law attorneys to represent families and intervene with court-ordered services rather than sending children to foster care.

Rep. Ajay Pittman, D-Oklahoma City, and Sen. Adam Pugh, R-Edmond, have House Bill 2513 expanding the “Handle with Care” program statewide. “Handle with Care” would be the code provided to a school district by law enforcement to let the educators know a traumatic event occurred the previous day with a student.

That way, if the student acts

up or lashes out due to parents being arrested or some traumatic event, the school can be ready with counselors or know to not be punitive during a highly-emotional time. Law enforcement would preserve integrity of investigations and privacy of minors.

Following the tragic death of a driver’s education student, Rep. Forrest Bennett, D-Oklahoma City, and Sen. Brenda Stanley, R-Midwest City, refiled the Hope Shaffer Act, legislation which would require private driver’s education programs get a parental permission waiver for students to be in the back seat of vehicles during lessons on city streets. This legislation narrowly was defeated in committee last year; this year, it has enjoyed strong support.

House Bill 1376 by Rep. Jeff

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Boatman, R-Tulsa, and Sen. Jessica Garvin, R-Duncan, would establish a program for Oklahoma school districts to provide free meals beyond the current federal poverty limit up to an elevated threshold. Many schools cover such meals for students if the school district has an elevated poverty level through the Community Eligibility Provision. This legislation would have the state cover the cost in any school, helping those families who are struggling.

One measure that made national news was House Bill 1028 by Rep. John Talley, RStillwater, and Sen. Kay Floyd, D-Oklahoma City. The bill would prohibit corporal punishment for children falling under the 13 points detailed under the Individuals with Disabilities Education

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Unbelievably, the bill failed on its first consideration, generating almost universal condemnation from across the nation. Before passage on reconsideration, an amendment was approved that would allow the State Board of Education to determine which of those 13 conditions would qualify. If you would like to learn more about this final bill, tune into the Oklahoma News Report on PBS this weekend as I will be debating one lawmaker who argued against and remains opposed to this bill. OICA will continue to keep you aware of the progress of these and other issues going through the system, and we encourage you to contact lawmakers. To find out who represents you, go to oklegislature. gov/FindMyLegislature. aspx.

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the Southwest Preparatory Conference (SPC), for field hockey and boys’ volleyball, all beginning in 2023-24.

“Athletic Director Mike Shepherd was brought on a little more than a year ago to strategically assist with a smooth transition from the SPC to the OSSAA,” Sheldon said. “My charge to him was to review our programs and to identify and recommend priorities for our student programming in keeping with our Mission and Beliefs.

“Mike presented what he saw as the most pressing initia-

tive to ensure success for our varsity student-athletes and for the physical education and fitness of all of our Cyclones in grades PreK through 12. Significantly improving and building our strength, training, conditioning, and wellness program emerged as paramount.”

Expanding from a current 1,500-square-foot space to a 7,500-square-foot designated strength and performance facility is a firm commitment the school is making to students’ healthy living, Sheldon said.

Not only will Casady be the only school in Oklahoma to have such a field hockey field, it also positions Cyclone field hockey student-athletes for success when they seek to con-

tinue with the sport in college.

Sheldon has asked Casady’s Board of Trustees for their support in solidifying the school’s commitment to field hockey as a signature girls’ athletic program.

“Casady is experiencing an incredible momentum that is evidenced through record enrollment; a team of incredibly talented and dedicated faculty, staff and coaches; curriculum development and programming; and the success of our sports teams and fitness programs,” Sheldon said. “It is exciting to envision Casady’s next 75 years as the school continues to build around these initiatives and prioritize the whole student in mind, body, and spirit.”

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Expanding from a current 1,500-square-foot space to a 7,500-square-foot designated strength and performance facility is a firm commitment the school is making to students’ healthy living.

Barbara Vance Robbins, known as Bobbie to her friends, died peacefully in the late evening of March 1, 2023 surrounded by her family in Highlands Ranch, Colo.

Born in 1933 in New York City, raised in Tenafly, N.J. and Evanston, Ill. Bobbie attended Colorado College and Northwestern University. It was while she was at Northwestern that she met a young physician, Dr. Galen Robbins from Pauls Valley, Okla., who changed her life. They married in 1954 and, following their nuptials, had stints living in Boston, Williamsburg and Houston before returning to Galen’s native Oklahoma in 1959 to build their lives.

In the span of nine years,

Bobbie and Galen had five children and though she was busy enough raising each of them, Bobbie was actively involved in supporting many organizations in Oklahoma City. She served as the president of the Oklahoma County Medical Auxiliary, past

president and founder of Dinner a ‘la Art for the Oklahoma Art Center, was an active member of the Kappa Alpha Theta Alumni Association, past president of the Decorator’s Showhouse for the Oklahoma Symphony, Board of Trustees’ president of the Harn Homestead and lifelong member and supporter of the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum.

Bobbie moved from Oklahoma City to Denver, Colo. full-time in 2011 after her husband Galen died in 2010. She continued to enjoy spending time in their mountain home on the Colorado River in Granby, Colorado for many years before living full-time near family in Denver, Colorado.

Most importantly Bobbie will always be remembered by her children, grandchil-

50th Anniversary Show House

dren, and many friends for her warmth, her unfailing positive attitude, and her infectious enthusiasm for life.

Bobbie felt a deep affection and appreciation for the many young men and women who served as her caregivers over the past five years in the skilled nursing facility where she lived. Our entire family was so grateful for the loving care she received especially throughout the pandemic.

In honor of Bobbie, we ask that you recognize a caregiver in your community who is doing this important work.

Bobbie is survived by her five children, nine grandchildren and five greatgrandchildren. Son Peter and Kim Robbins (Fort Worth), grandsons Daniel and Alyssa Robbins (Denver), great-grandchildren

Sloan and Naiya; grandson

Jason and Jenny Robbins (Los Angeles), great-grandchild Quinn. Son Bill Robbins (Naples), granddaughter Hannah Robbins Sweet (Portland), great-grandchild Xander. Daughter Peggy and John Bender (Denver), granddaughter Lily and David Neubert (Denver), great-grandchild Jack Neubert; grandson Ben Weiner (Guthrie). Son John and Della Robbins (Denver), grandson Will Robbins (Philadelphia); granddaughter Carolyn Robbins (Manhattan). Daughter Susan and Charles Newirth (Santa Monica), grandson Willy Newirth (Los Angeles); granddaughter Emma Newirth (Santa Monica). A memorial celebrating Bobbie’s life will be held Saturday, June 17 , 4 p.m .at the Ouray Ranch outdoor chapel in Granby, Colo. Barbeque to follow!

OKCPHIL Executive Director Brent Hart, former Show House Chairman Judy Austin (who came back from Texas to surpise those involved in Symphony Show House), Orchestra League Past-President Wendi Wilson and 2023 Show House Chairman Mark Taylor at the 2023 50th Anniversary Show House located at 6713 Grand Boulevard as work gets underway.

Pat McGuigan and Oklahoma Israel Exchange Executive Director Edie Roodman learn the fine art of braiding Challah. OKIE brought in the Challah Prince Idan Chabasov from Israel to teach those attending a special class how to perform the technique.

Kelli Mathews and D.G. Smalling enjoy the afternoon at the Chabad Community Center for Jewish Life and Learning.

OKIE learns to braid bread

The Challah Prince Idan Chabasov demonstrates how to roll bread dough into strands to be braided.

Barbara Vance Robbins 1933-2023

BARBARA VANCE ROBBINS

- Photos by Rose Lane

- Photos by Rose Lane

Above: Past Show House Chairman Debbie Minter and Yvette Fleckinger. At right: Orchestra League President Debra Kos and Rita Dearman, also a past Show House chairman. This year’s Show House is set for May 521, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

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.