OKC Beautiful presents Distinguished Service Awards
OKC Beautiful recognized individuals and organizations working to improve the beauty and environmental sustainability of Oklahoma City at the 39th Annual Distinguished Service Awards.
The individuals and groups honored represent those in Oklahoma City working to create a more beautiful and sustainable community. This year’s honorees were Hans and Torrey Butzer, Melody Johnson, Solarize OKC, Plaza Walls, Fertile Ground, BancFirst, Sharon Reeves, and JB Schuelein.
“We are proud to celebrate these honorees for their outstanding work educating, volunteering, and beautifying Oklahoma City,” said OKC Beautiful Executive Director, Lisa Synar. “They all share our mission of a more sustainable and beautiful community where everyone can flourish together.”
Receiving the Mayor’s Award were Hans and Torrey Butzer for their visionary architectural designs that have shaped many of Oklahoma City’s landmarks and buildings. Designs of note include the Oklahoma City National Memorial, Skydance Bridge, SLIVR Coworking Space, Scissortail Park Pavilions, as well as several works internationally.
Receiving the President’s Special Recognition Award was Solarize OKC, an initiative championed by the City of Oklahoma City Sustainability Office. This program was a crowdsource campaign to make solar infrastructure more accessible to residents and businesses through bulk purchasing. At the time the campaign concluded, it was the largest solar crowdsource campaign, with 1,472 kW of new clean energy capacity and 152 contracts signed to add solar projects in the community.
BancFirst was the recipient of the Aubrey McClendon Corporate Award. They are being recognized for their revitalization of the BancFirst tower, an inside and outside transformation of the 36-floor office tower originally constructed in 1971. This revitalization effort was transformational for the Oklahoma City skyline.
Melody Johnson was recognized with the Pendleton Woods Lifetime Achievement Award for her decades-long career at the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT), where she serves as Beautification Coordinator. Johnson has been an ODOT staff member for more than 50 years and runs multiple beautification programs including the highway wildflower disbursement, litter abatement, and the annual trash poster contest.
Receiving the Community Spirit Award was Plaza Walls, a program of the Oklahoma Mural Syndicate. The Plaza Walls is an outdoor mural gallery, rotating new murals each year. Located in the Plaza District, this project brings together dozens of muralists each year to add their creativity to walls throughout the Plaza District.
The Volunteer Spirit award went to two community stewards, with JB Schulein and Sharon Reeves sharing recognition. Schuelein is a resident and volunteer of the Mesta Park neighborhood and has organized volunteer groups for decades to help care for Mesta Park. His efforts have included art installations, landscape improvements, and more. Sharon Reeves is a long-time Crown Heights resident and has dedicated much of her time to caring for Crown Heights Park and the medians throughout the neighborhood.
The Visionary Award recipient was Fertile Ground, for their more than 12 years as a composting and recycling cooperative in Oklahoma City. Their services keep sustainability centered, with zero waste event management, recycling, and composting services offered to residents and commercial entities.
Tom and Brenda McDaniel, active volunteers in the Oklahoma City area, served as the Honorary Chairs of the Distinguished Service Awards this year. OKC Beautiful is an environmental beautification and education nonprofit leading Oklahoma City’s beautification and environmental stewardship through collaboration, education, and advocacy. You can learn more about the organization at www.okcbeautiful.com.
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The mission of The Pearl House is to provide HOPE; Healing, Opportunity, Protection, and Education. The Pearl House is located in Ghana, West Africa and has an office located in Oklahoma City and Tulsa. Their Tulsa office is run by their Donor Relations Director, Clara Sackey, and Administrative Assistant Amelia Powell.
The Pearl House Board consist of many Oklahoma City residents: Angie Kircher, Jill Trice, Jeff McMillon (former OKC) as well as their The Pearl House Gala Committee: Jana Baccus, Marilyn Davis, Angie Kircher, Katie Rock and Paula Vawter.
To learn more about the incredible mission of The Pearl House, visit thepearlhouse.org
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Above: Torrey and Hans Butzer receive the Mayor’s Award from OKC Mayor David Holt. At left: Honorary Co-Chairmen Tom and Brenda McDaniel.
Above: On behalf of BancFirst, Brian Harris accepts the Aubrey McClendon Corporate Award from Ashley Howard, president of the Board of Directors of OKC Beautiful. At right: Kris Kanaly and Dylan Bradway. Kanaly and Bradway represent the Plaza Walls, the Community Spirit recipient.
Above: Ashley Howard, OKC Beautiful Board Chair, and JB Schuelein of the Mesta Park Neighborhood. Schuelein was the recipient of a Volunteer Spirit Award. At left: Howard and Sharon Reeves of the Crown Heights Neighborhood. Reeves was also the recipient of a Volunteer Spirit Award.
Lisa Synar, OKC Beautiful executive director, addresses the audience.
PC North’s Rocco Carattini (5) accounted for one of three hits for the Panthers in a 10-0 loss to Mustang in last week’s baseball action.
BASEBALL ROUNDUP
Irish, Chargers, Rockets host regionals
Three Fridayland baseball teams, including McGuinnes, Heritage Hall and Mount St. Mary, are scheduled to host regional tournaments this weekend.
McGuinness opened its 4A tournament against Dickson last Thursday morning, as Ada and Cache faced off in the second game.
The winners met at 4 p.m. Thursday, while the losers met at 6:30 p.m. The consolation final is 4 p.m. Friday, with the regional final to follow at 6:30 p.m. and the “if necessary” game at 2 p.m. Saturday.
Heritage Hall plays host in a 3-team 3A regional, with the Chargers facing Chisholm at 1:30 p.m. Thursday and Lindsay at 4 p.m.
With two wins, Heritage Hall would advance to the final at 4 p.m. Friday with the “if necessary” game to follow at 6:30 p.m.
Meanwhile, Mount St. Mary opened its 3A regional against Millwood followed by Blackwell against Lexington in the second game.
The Rockets’ regional follows a similar pattern to the McGuinness regional, as the final is set for 6:30 p.m. Friday and the “if necessary” game at 2 p.m. Saturday.
In addition, Crossings Christian, Casady and Harding Charter Prep hit the road for their regionals.
The Knights played at Community Christian in a 3A regional with their opener against Marietta on Thursday, while the Cyclones opened against Prague on Thursday.
Harding Prep also stayed close to home for its 4A tournament at Bethany, as the Eagles took on host Bethany on Thursday.
Regional winners advance to area tournaments set for May 3-4.
ROCKETS RUN OVER MILLWOOD
Mount St. Mary ended its regular season with a dominating 25-0 victory over Millwood last Monday.
Four players collect-
ed at least two hits, led by Jefferson Dodge with a triple and 3-run home run in the first inning. Maddox Ellis belted a pair of doubles, four RBIs and scored twice for the Rockets (18-9).
Greyson Buell doubled, drove in a run and scored three times, while Landry Shannon also blasted a double and four RBI.
Pitcher Will Grayson retired all 16 batters he faced for a perfect game and struck out eight over five innings in the win.
KNIGHTS FALL TO CHR. HERITAGE
As both teams battled back and forth to a wild 13-13 tie, Crossings Christian allowed two runs in the top of the eighth inning to suffer a 15-13 loss to Christian Heritage last Monday.
Cole Taylor batted 3for-4 with a double, three runs scored and drove in another run to lead the Knights (16-12) at the plate.
Zath Carter collected
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two hits including a 3run home run in the bottom of the fourth and a triple for five RBIs and Kade Winstroer added a double, three RBIs and three runs scored.
Pitcher Brayden Ayala allowed both runs and walked to batters in the eighth to take the loss.
YUKON TOO MUCH FOR ANTLERS
Falling behind early, Deer Creek managed just a pair of hits on the way to an 11-1 loss to Yukon on Monday.
Jake Ludlam and Mason Phillips, and Ludlam scored the only run for the Antlers (1717) on a sacrifice fly by Caden Allen in the first inning.
Pitcher Connor Atkinson got roughed up for seven runs on seven hits but struck out three over 2 2/3 innings in the setback.
Deer Creek hosted Fridayland rival PC North last Thursday to end its season.
Story continued at OKCFRIDAY.com.
Girls play regionals Monday
Nine Fridayland girls tennis teams embark on a their journeys toward a state championship as they play in regional tournaments this Monday.
Deer Creek, PC North and Heritage Hall compete in Class 6A, with the Chargers at Yukon, Deer Creek at Edmond Santa Fe and the Panthers at Bixby.
McGuinness and John Marshall participate in 5A regionals, as the Irish travel to Claremore and the Bears are at Riverfield Country Day.
Four others, including Casady, Crossings Christian, Harding Charter Prep and Mount St. Mary take part in 4A tournaments.
The Cyclones and Knights stay close to home at Earlywine, while the Eagles head to Ada and the Rockets
are at LaFortune Park in Tulsa.
The state tournament is set for May 3-4 at OKC Tennis Center.
IRISH TAKE MCGUINNESS INVITATIONAL TITLE
Thanks to finishing fourth or better in three divisions, the host Irish boys tennis team captured the McGuinness Invitational championship last week.
T.J. Shanahan didn’t drop a game on the way to a straight-sets victory in No. 1 singles.
Carl Amaya and Matthew Dell’Osso teamed up for the No. 1 doubles title, while Joseph Dickerson and Hunter Hayes took second in No. 2 doubles.
Story continued at OKCFRIDAY.com.
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TRACK ROUNDUP
3A, 4A regional meets set for Saturday
Five different Fridayland track teams start their journeys toward a state championship as they compete in Class 3A and 4A regional meets this Saturday.
Heritage Hall and Harding Charter Prep participate in 4A regionals, with the Chargers at North Rock Creek and the Eagles at Madill.
Casady, Crossings Christian and Mount St. Mary take part in 3A meets. The Cyclones also travel to Madill, while the Knights and Rockets are at Plainview.
Both 3A and 4A state meets are set for May 3-4 at Catoosa.
CHARGERS,
Heritage Hall boasted a pair of individual gold medalists and Crossings Christian added another as both teams, along with PC North, competed at the Carl Albert Titan Invitational last weekend.
Damarion Dean continued his strong season with another gold medal for the Chargers in the 800
SOCCER ROUNDUP
Chargers, Cyclones, Knights net district titles
Thanks to strong regular seasons, with just three combined losses, both Heritage Hall soccer teams, along with the Casady boys and girls and the Crossings Christian girls earned district championships.
The Heritage Hall girls secured the District 4A-1 title with a perfect 7-0 record and the Charger boys finished with a 6-1 mark.
The Crossings Christian girls captured the District 3A-1 crown thanks to an 8-0 record, while both Casady
meters, winning by three seconds in 1:55.21 and also taking third in the 400 meters.
Zavier Freeman produced a winning throw of 159 feet, 2 inches to capture gold in the discus and added an eighth-place finish in the shot put.
Crossings Christian’s Savanna Meek grabbed a gold medal in the 100-meter hurdles in 15.29 seconds and added a runner-up finish in the 300 hurdles in 45.82 seconds.
In addition, the Heritage Hall boys earned a gold medal in the 3200-meter relay by four seconds in 8:21.40, followed by fourth place in the 400 relay and fifth in both the 800 and 1600 relays.
The Charger girls’ best finish was fourth in the 3200 relay.
Seven other Heritage Hall athletes, and a trio from PC North, cracked the top 25 at Carl Albert.
Addy Washington and Will Blalock led the way, as Washington took in the long jump and Blalock was runner-up in the 1600 meters and third in the 3200 meters.
Yohanna Bell also collected a silver medal in the 400 meters, while George Robley and Zeffie Ellenberg took third in the 200 meters and 3200 meters, respectively.
Story continued at OKCFRIDAY.com.
squads won District 3A-2 with identical 7-0 records.
All five teams have also secured home games for the first two rounds of the playoffs.
Meanwhile, the Deer Creek boys and girls finished second in District 6A-2 as did the Crossings Christian boys in District 3A-1.
McGuinness and Mount St. Mary also made the postseason, as the Irish girls took third and the boys were fourth in the District 6A-1 standings. The Rocket girls garnered third and the boys claimed fourth in District 3A-2.
CYCLONES SHUT OUT ROCKETS
In a battle of Friday-
land teams, both Casady squads came out on the positive end of the doubleheader with two shutout wins.
The Cyclone boys (11-0) cruised to a 10-0 victory, behind Eddy Parra’s three goals and one assist.
Jackson Zielinski and Hezlti Rodriguez added two goals and three assists each.
The Cyclone girls (10-1) also grabbed a 30 triumph over the Rockets (7-4).
Earlier in the week, the Casady boys outlasted Classen SAS in a 2-1 win, behind goals from Parra and Zielinski. The Cyclone girls, meanwhile, rolled to a 10-0 win over Classen SAS.
Story continued at OKCFRIDAY.com.
GOLF ROUNDUP
Boys’ regional tourneys Wednesday
It’s the boys turn this week, as eight Fridayland golf teams compete at regional tournaments this Wednesday across the state.
McGuinness and Deer Creek take part in a Class 6A regional at Ponca City Country Club and PC North travels to Owasso for a regional at Bailey Ranch.
Top-seed Heritage Hall participates in a 5A regional at John Conrad in Midwest City along with the John Marshall squad.
Crossings Christian plays in a 4A tournament at Elk City Country Club, while Harding Charter Prep is at Kingfisher.
Meanwhile, Casady and Mount St. Mary qualified for a 3A regional at Rock Creek in Sapulpa.
State tournaments are set for May 6-7, with 6A at The Oaks in Tulsa, 5A at Winter Creek in Blanchard, 4A at Shangri-La on Grand Lake and 3A at Muskogee Golf Club.
CHARGER GIRLS WIN QUALIFIER
Girls regionals were set to be played last Wednesday, as results are posted to okcfriday.com. State tournaments are this Monday and Tuesday.
The Chargers’ Gabriella Gross carded a 78 at Twin Oaks in Duncan to capture the individual championship by three strokes.
Casady’s Drue Love shot 87 to finish fourth and teammate Lauren Kim was three shots back in fifth place.
Four other Fridaylanders cracked the top 10, including Heritage Hall’s Lilli Stanley in sixth at 92, Heritage Hall’s Reygann Jones and Crossings’ Eloise Coulter tied for seventh and Crossings’ Blair Murphy placed 10th for the Knights.
Mount St. Mary’s Peyton McGill came in 16th to lead the Rockets.
CYCLONES TAKE 2ND AT QUALIFIER
Keyed by a combined
The Heritage Hall girls roared into the Class 3A regionals with a 12-stroke victory over Fridayland rival Casady and Crossings Christian took fourth at a regional qualifying tournament last week.
nine players in the top 25, the Casady boys claimed the runner-up trophy and Mount St. Mary took third at a Class 3A regional qualifying tournament last Monday.
Casady’s Jack Lee fired a team-best round of 79 on a cool, blustery day at Boiling Springs in Woodward to place third in the individual standings.
Jack Barber finished two shots back at 81 in a tie for sixth, while teammate David Fares and Mount St. Mary’s Aiden Field tied for ninth with an 82.
Thomas Rudnicki and Ayan Zubair tied for 12th and 16th, respectively, for the Cyclones, as the Rockets’ Carter Mauldin was 20th, Jack Ceder tied for 21st and Samuel Haynes tied for 23rd place.
KNIGHTS 2ND AT STATE PREVIEW
With three players in the top 10, the Crossings Christian boys took second and Heritage Hall placed sixth at the 4A State Preview last week. Story continued at OKCFRIDAY.com.
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KNIGHTS SHINE AT CARL ALBERT
THEATRE/MUSIC
May 10 • The Mousetrap Agatha Christie’s brilliant whodunnit “The Mousetrap” opens May 10 at Jewel Box Theatre, 321 NW 36th St. Set in the newlyopened Monkswell Manor guest house, the plot revolves around a group of strangers stranded by a snowstorm in the winter of 1952. Into their midst comes a policeman on skis, who has been sent with the information that there is a murderer amongst them! Performances are Friday and Saturday evenings at 8pm and Sunday afternoons at 3pm through May 26. For tickets: showtix4u. com/eventdetails/ 77208 or call 4055211786.
July 914 • Jersey Boys This international musical phenomenon takes you behind the scenes – and behind the music – of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons. The hit musical, which won four Tony Awards, including Best Musical, features such classic hits as “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Sherry,” “My Eyes Adored You,” “Walk Like A Man,” “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You,” and many more. This Four Seasons story is guaranteed to hit all the high notes in Lyric Theatre of
May 22 – June 26 • Summer Movies
The Myriad Botanical Gardens is thrilled to welcome SPARK as the new sponsor for the Wednesday summer movies
May 22 – June 26. Food trucks at 7 pm, activities at 8 pm and the film at 9:15 pm. SPARK is located at the Gardens’ sister park, Scissortail Park, with a menu featuring burgers, bites and cold delights. SPARK is a part of The Social Order portfolio making a difference in how Oklahoma lives, plays and eats. In addition to sponsoring summer movies, the team at The Social Order will be opening their second location in Chisholm Creek this May and a 3rd location in Nichols Hills shortly after.
May 22: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem (2023)
May 29: Barbie (2023)
June 5: Wall‐E (2008)
June 12: Bob Marley: One Love (2024)
June 19: Soul (2020)
June 26: Twister (1996)
Oklahoma's allnew production. Get tickets at okcciviccenter.com.
FUNDRAISERS
May 10 • American Tourist Upward Transitions’ annual fundraising gala, American Tourist, returns to OKC Friday, May 10, at the Historic Farmers Public Market at 311 S. Klein Ave. The event invites donors and guests to an evening of New Orleansinspired food and beverages along with dancing and live music to raise funds for their charitable mission to “prevent generational poverty” in the OKC and Oklahoma County areas. Tickets, reserved tables and sponsorships are still available for purchase but are
running out quickly at upwardtransitions.org /americantourist.
THIS WEEKEND
April 27 • Steamroller Print Festival
Free and open to the public, the Steamroller Print Festival is Oklahoma’s largest annual printmaking festival from 9 am to 5 pm. The festival has festivities, live printing, local vendors, demos, food & beer trucks and more! Featuring 200 artists and OKCPS students yearly, witness relief prints created by a 5ton steamroller and enjoy handson activities for all. The annual Steamroller Print Festival is the largest fundraising event for ARTSPACE at Untitled, 1 NE 3rd St.
Send calendar events to jennifer@okcfriday.com
Paycom Center Events/Shows:
AJR May 4
Nicki Minaj May 13
Zach Bryan May 17 & 18
Janet Jackson July 26
Olivia Rodrigo July 27
Luke Bryan Aug. 22
Zoo Amphitheater:
Ice Cube Aug. 2
Blues Traveler Aug. 3
80s Night Aug. 24
Cake Sept. 8
Civic Center Music Hall:
Harry Potter In Concert Apr. 2627
Bernadette Peters May 34
OKC Ballet Shorts May 1012
The Sensitive Kind
University of Oklahoma graduate
Sterlin Harjo is partnering with Oscar nominee Ethan Hawke on a new television pilot for FX, the network that launched Harjo’s previous series, Reservation Dogs. The new show, The Sensitive Kind, is a noir drama set in Tulsa, where it is currently filming. The series is part of Harjo’s development deal with FX.
Sterlin Harjo, a Holdenville native and member of the Seminole Nation, is the creator of Reservation Dogs, Oklahoma’s first network television series. During its three-season run, Reservation Dogs was named best show on television by the Hollywood Reporter, New York Times, Rolling Stone, and Variety and was nominated for Best Comedy Series at the Golden Globe Awards, Critics Choice Awards, and Writers Guild Awards.
Harjo’s latest project, The Sensitive Kind, stars Ethan Hawke as the man who knew too much, which sounds vague but intriguing. In the series, Hawke is joined by Kyle MacLachlan from Twin Peaks and Blue Velvet, three-time Emmy winner Keith David, and three of Oklahoma’s finest actors: Jeanne Tripplehorn, Tim Blake Nel-
son, and Tracy Letts. Tripplehorn is best known for her five seasons on HBO’s Big Love and her breakout movie roles in Basic Instinct and The Firm. She also played Alex Blake for 48 episodes of Criminal Minds, Silvia Chamberlin for a season on The Gilded Age, and was Emmynominated as Jackie Kennedy Onassis in HBO’s mini-series Grey Gardens.
Tim Blake Nelson burst onto the scene in the Coen Brothers comedy O Brother, Where Art Thou? in 2000, which won him a Grammy Award for Best Album for singing harmony on the biggest song from the album. He has starred in blockbusters, Oscar winners, and television shows, including Minority Report, Holes, Lincoln, Bukowski, and The Watchmen. He is also the writer and director of the feature films Eye of God, The Grey Zone, Leaves of Grass, and Anesthesia, which screened at the deadCenter Film Festival the year he won their Oklahoma Film ICON Award.
Tracey Letts is the
Mamma Mia! May 2126
Mary Poppins June 2530
Jersey Boys July 914
Cinderella July 30Aug. 4
Tower Theatre: Cannons May 4
My So Called Band May 10
Jim Breuer June 8
Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning playwright of August: Osage County. He is also a respected actor, winning the Tony for playing George in the Broadway revival of Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf. He originated that role at Steppenwolf Theatre in Chicago, his home theater from 1988 to 2010.
Letts is also a prolific film and television actor, with starring roles in Lady Bird, The Post, Ford v Ferrari, and Homeland
Finally, lead actor Ethan Hawke is a four-time Oscar nominee, twice as a writer (Before Sunset, 2005, and Before Midnight, 2014) and twice as an actor (Training Day, 2002, and Boyhood, 2015). Both of his writing nominations were shared with director Richard Linklater and co-star Julie Delpy Hawke came into fame in 1989 as a boarding school student in Dead Poets Society, then spent the next decade as Hollywood’s favorite young leading man in White Fang, Alive, Reality Bites, Gattaca, Great Expectations, and Snow Falling on Cedars. His most recent role is in Taylor Swift’s music video for her new single “Fortnight,” which should introduce Hawke to legions of new “Swifties” from around the globe. More to come…
Other Events/Shows/Awards:
Festival of the Arts April 2528
Splendor In the Gardens May 16
deadCenter Film Festival June 69
Broadway Bash! June 7
Heroes Ball July 27
Palomar Teen Board hosts Symbols of Hope Art Gallery
Palomar: Oklahoma City’s Family Justice Center is proud to announce this year’s Symbols of Hope Art Gallery, hosted by the Palomar Teen Board, in honor of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week (NCVRW) from April 22-27.
The event is Friday, April 26, from 5 to 7 pm at Perets Coffee and Dessert Bar, located at 701 W Sheridan Ave 2nd Floor.
The Symbols of Hope Art Gallery is a highlight of the Palomar Teen Board’s inaugural year, showcasing artwork from local middle and high school students participating in the 8th annual Symbols of Hope Art
contest. This contest asked students to creatively express their thoughts on this year’s theme: “How would you help? Options, Services, and Hope for Crime Survivors.” This year’s theme is a call-to-action for our community to create a safe environment for crime victims to share their experiences. By doing so, we’re able to offer support, options for life-saving services, and, most importantly, hope.
“Palomar’s inaugural Teen Board members are thrilled to host the Symbols of Hope Art Contest, an event that speaks volumes about the community’s commitment to
supporting survivors of domestic violence,” said Lindsey Cardone, Palomar’s Pathways to Hope Manager. “As survivors come into Palomar they are greeted by artwork from our local middle and high school students. It’s clear that the youth are actively engaging in making a difference. Their creativity serves as a beacon of hope, offering support and encouragement to those who have experienced abuse.”
In addition to showcasing student’s artwork and honoring this year’s winners, the event will showcase a captivating spoken word per-
formance by a member of Palomar’s Teen Board, as well as provide resources about Palomar, National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, and teen board applications, which are now open and close on May 24. More information can be found online at palomarokc.org/teen-board.
For more information about the Symbols of Hope Art Gallery, please contact Brenda Hernandez, Marketing & Communications Manager at Palomar: Oklahoma City’s Family Justice Center, at 405552-1040 or brenda.hernandez@palomarokc.org.
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Casady yearbook wins national awards
Casady School’s 2023 Twister yearbook was named a National Scholastic Press Association Pacemaker winner during the closing awards ceremony of the JEA/NSPA Spring National High School Journalism Convention.
Casady was one of only 27 scholastic yearbooks receiving the prestigious award, placing it in the top 8% of yearbooks who participated in the contest.
Since 2000, only three other Oklahoma high schools have been awarded the NSPA Yearbook Pacemaker.
“This is an incredible achievement by our talented Twister yearbook staff,” said Head of School Nathan L. Shel-
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kicked off the social season for 47 years on the first Friday after Labor Day. The ball is a critical part of the museum’s fundraising efforts and provides a major source of support for exhibitions, film, and educational programs.
“I love that film has always been an integral part of OKCMOA’s mission. When we first moved dCFF to downtown OKC in its third year, the Museum welcomed the festival with open arms and has been an important partner ever since,” said Scaramucci. “When I was asked to co-chair the Renaissance Ball in support of the Edith
don. “They do an amazing job year in and year out, and I couldn’t be more proud of what they have accomplished. They have distinguished our Twister yearbook with this phenomenal Pacemaker Award. To be only one of three high schools to have received this award in the past 23 years is an amazingachievement. Our yearbook staff and yearbook advisor Dr. Bonnie Gerard are to be commended.”
The 2023 Twister, CYCLONES -- it's easy to CY, was the first Casady yearbook to win this award. In addition to the NSPA Pacemaker Award, the 2023 Twister also won 14 individual and three overall awards from
the Quill and Scroll International Honor Society for Student Journalism, and Division I AllOklahoma honors from Oklahoma Scholastic Media. It was also featured as a Top 1 percent book by Varsity Yearbooks in their annual publication, Portfolio.
"The 2023 Twister was extra special because it captured the 75th anniversary year in the life of the school,” Dr. Gerard said. “Our trio of editors brought a perfect balance of design, photography and writing skills to the table. Once they landed on the CY theme, they found creative ways to express the theme both verbally and visually throughout the book.”
Head exhibition, I was honored and thrilled to serve an organization that has been so generous for so many years to our Oklahoma film community – fans and filmmakers alike!”
Scaramucci and McDaniel take inspiration from “Edith Head: Hollywood’s Costume Designer,” which opens to the public on Saturday, June 22, as they plan the event.
“Edith Head was a skirt among suits and created some of the most indelible cinematic moments in film history. We are delighted to celebrate her staggering contributions to film and to support our wonderful OKCMOA that curated her show,” Scaramucci said.
“The Renaissance Ball is the biggest annual fundraiser for the Oklahoma City
Museum of Art,” McDaniel added. “We are going to make this the most exciting Hollywood party you’ve ever experienced.”
The evening is to feature an open bar cocktail reception followed by an elegant dinner. The late-night celebration, a separately ticketed event, begins at 9:30 p.m. with an open bar, refreshments and musical entertainment continuing until midnight.
To learn more about sponsorship opportunities and benefits, contact Sara Miller at smiller@okcmoa.com or (405) 278-8216 or visit the museum’s website to donate online. Tickets for “Edith Head: Hollywood’s Costume Designer “ are now available.
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Side Service Rd of the Bdwy Ext. between 122nd & Hefner) Approx. 29 Parcels of Land being Sold in 7 Counties across Oklahoma including Oklahoma, Pawnee, Creek, Tulsa, Wagoner, Grady & Craig. See website for detailed listing & maps. TERMS: 5% down, 30 days to close. Closing cost and title insurance split 50/50. 10% Buyers Premium. www.dakil.com REAL ESTATE 405-751-6179 (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, April 12, 2024; Friday, April 19, 2024; Friday, April 26, 2024) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA Case No. FD-2023-2460 In Re the Marriage of: Clarence Emmitt Woodberry,) Petitioner,) and) Christina Lynn Ford Woodberry,) Respondent.) NOTICE BY PUBLICATION THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA TO: Christina Lynn Ford Woodberry You are hereby notified that the Petitioner has sued you for Dissolution of Marriage. You must answer the Petition on or before the 24 day of May, 2024, 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 9 day of April, 2024. RICK WARREN, Court Clerk By /s/Diane Watson DEPUTY CLERK (SEAL) (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, April 12, 2024; Friday, April 19, 2024; Friday, April 26, 2024) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA Case No. FD-2024-23 In Re the Marriage of: Brandi Casey,) Petitioner,) and) Dillon Thames,) Respondent.) NOTICE BY PUBLICATION THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA TO: Dillon Thames You are hereby notified that the Petitioner has sued you for Dissolution of Marriage. You must answer the Petition on or before the 30 day of May, 2024, 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 3 day of April, 2024. RICK WARREN, Court Clerk By /s/illegible signature DEPUTY CLERK (SEAL) (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, April 26, 2024; Friday, May 3, 2024) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA CASE NO: PB-2024-482 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JIMIE FOREST PALICZ STATE OF OKLAHOMA } } ss. COUNTY OF OKLAHOMA } NOTICE OF HEARING PETITION FOR PROBATE OF WILL Notice is hereby given to all legatees and devisees of Jimie Forest Palicz, Deceased that on the 15 day of April, 2024, Sheena Holloway Produced and filed in the District Court of the County of Oklahoma, State of Oklahoma, an instrument in writing purporting to be the last will and testament of Jimie Forest Palicz, deceased, and also filed in said court a Petition from Probate of will praying for the Probate of said will and that Letters Testamentary be issued thereon to Sheena Holloway as Personal Representative named in said Will. Pursuant to an order of said court made on the 15 day of April, 2024. Notice is hereby on the 15 day of May, 2024 at 1:30 o’clock P.M. Judge Riesen that said day has been appointed as the time for hearing said petition and proving said will at the County Court house 321 Park Avenue, Room 313 at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, when and where any person interested in said estate may appear and contest the same. Dated this 15 day of April, 2024. THOMAS C. RIESEN Judge of the district Court Rick Warren, Court Clerk Oklahoma County, Oklahoma By: /s/Jamie Houston Deputy (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, April 26, 2024; Friday, May 3, 2024) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA Case No. PB-2024-367 In the Matter of the Estate of} RAYMOND H. GATELY} COMBINED NOTICE TO CREDITORS, NOTICE OF HEARING UPON FINAL ACCOUNTING, DETERMINATION OF HEIRSHIP, AND DISTRIBUTION AND DISCHARGE All creditors having claims against RAYMOND H. GATELY, deceased, are required to present the same, with a description of all security interests and other collateral (if any) held by each creditor with respect to such claim, to the named Special Administrator at: MICHAEL H. GATELY, Special Administrator 14428 S. 50th E. Avenue Bixby, OK 74008 On or before the following presentment date: May 27, 2024 or the same will be forever barred. Further, all persons interested in the Estate of RAYMOND H. GATELY is hereby notified on the 10 day of June, 2024 at 1:30 o’clock p.m. before the Honorable Judge Riesen in the District Courthouse of Oklahoma, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Final Accounting, Determination of Heirship, Distribution of the Estate and Discharge of the Special Administrator will be heard and ordered and all persons interested in said Estate are notified then and there to appear and show cause, if any they have, why the same should not be done. Notice is further given, the Final Account and Petition for Distribution and Discharge will be filed herein on or before 3 day of June 2024, at 5:00 o’clock P.M. Any person objecting to said Petition must file an objection at least ten (10) days prior to the hearing with the Clerk of this Court, and shall furnish a copy of any such objection to the Petition in care of the Special Administrator listed below, or that person deemed to have waived any objections to the Petition. If any objection is filed at least then (10) days before the hearing, the Court will determine at said hearing whether summary administration proceedings are appropriate, and if so, whether the estate will be distributed and to whom it will be distributed. /s/THOMAS C. RIESEN JUDGE OF THE DISTRICT COURT Prepared by: /s/ Michael H. Gately, Special Administrator 14428 S. 50th E Ave Bixby, OK 74008 (918)810-3277 gatelymike@aol.com (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, April 26, 2024) DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA CV-2024-995 In Re: The Name of:) Joe Bob Duke) NOTICE OF HEARING ON CHANGE ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME TO: All interested parties. Take notice that Joe Bob Duke has petitioned to change his/her name to Bob Duke. A Hearing on said petition is set for 2;00 o’clock P.M. on the 15 day of May, 2024, before Judge Dishman at 2:00 o’clock in courtroom 315 at the Oklahoma County Courthouse. Should you know of some reason why this change of name should not be allowed you must file a written protest in the above styled and numbered cause prior to the above date with the Clerk of this Court. Should you fail to do so, the petition for change of name will be granted as prayed. RICK WARREN, Court Clerk /s/Teresa Becker By: DEPUTY (SEAL) (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, April 26, 2024) DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA CV-2024-764 IN RE: The Name of:) Abhinandan Nath) AMENDED NOTICE OF HEARING ON CHANGE ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME TO: All interested parties. Take notice that Abhinandan Nath has petitioned to change his/her name to Abhinandan Harit. A Hearing on said petition is set for 1:30 o’clock P.M. on the 15 day of May, 2024, before Judge Mai in his/her courtroom in the Oklahoma County Courthouse. Should you know of some reason why this change of name should not be allowed you must file a written protest in the above styled and numbered cause prior to the above date with the Clerk of this Court. Should you fail to do so, the petition for change of name will be granted as prayed. RICK WARREN, Court Clerk /s/Teresa Becker By: DEPUTY (SEAL) (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, April 26, 2024) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA Case No. CV-2024-1001 Lawrence, Warees Petitioner Lawrence, Wallace married Tamez, Araceli married Respondent NOTICE OF HEARING Please take notice, that the undersigned will bring the above petition on for hearing before the Court at Room 712, Oklahoma County Courthouse, City of Oklahoma City, on the 17 day of May, 2024 at 11:00 o’clock A.M. of that day or as soon thereafter as counsel can be heard. /s/ Warees Lawrence PROBATE (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, April 19, 2024; Friday, April 26, 2024) SOLICITATION FOR BIDS (BID NOTICE) Sealed bids, in the form of Online Bidding only, will be received by the Capital Assets Management, Construction and Properties (CAP) up to 96 hours prior to the time and date indicated below. The bids will be opened and read aloud after the time indicated. Copies of the plans and bid documents may be obtained from the CAP’s Online Plan Room accessed from: https://omes.ok.gov/services/construction-andproperties Copies of the bid documents are on file at the Construction and Properties office and are available for public inspection. CAP Project Number: CAP24-0241 Project Name: MC Conners Building – Restroom Addition Project Location: Fleet Office – 2616 N. Stiles Ave. OKC, OK 73105 Using Agency: OMES Fleet Management Bid Documents Available: Friday, April 12, 2024, Fee to Submit Online Bid: See Website Pre-Bid Conference: Mandatory Refer to “Instructions to Bidders” in Project Manual. In case of adverse weather conditions, please call 405-521-2112 prior to Pre-bid Conference. Date and Time: Thursday, April 25, 2024 3:30 P.M. Location: Conner’s Overflow Parking Lot - 2616 N. Stiles Ave. OKC, OK 73105 Bid Opening Date: Thursday, May 7, 2024 Location: Online Bids Only Bid Opening Time: 2:00 PM Contact Person(s):Consultant – Peter Mall – pmall@milesarchitecture.com Agency – Nathan Pumphrey – Nathan.pumphrey@omes.ok.gov OMES PM: Dan Linehan – Daniel.linehan@omes.ok.gov If the bid exceeds $100,000, a cashier’s check, a certified check or surety bid bond in the amount of five percent (5%) of the total bid shall accompany the sealed bid of each bidder. Security checks will be returned to all but the three lowest bidders after the bid opening. The three lowest bid securities will be retained until the contract is awarded. By: Daniel Linehan Project Manager, Construction & Properties Department PUBLIC NOTICE (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, April 19, 2024; Friday, April 26, 2024; Friday, May 3, 2024) This vehicle is in the possession of Jose E. Torres Hernandez 2006 Honda Element VIN #5J6YH28776L024404 Contact: Jose E. Torres Hernandez Phone #405-328-8044 (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, April 19, 2024; Friday, April 26, 2024; Friday, May 3, 2024) This vehicle is in possession of Anolina Barrios 2005 Ford F250 VIN #1FTSW21P55EC74772 Contact: Anolina Barrios Phone #405-517-9460 (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, April 19, 2024; Friday, April 26, 2024; Friday, May 3, 2024) This vehicle is in possession of Pro Auto Repair 2011 Mercedes E350 VIN #WDDHF2EBXBA422416 Contact: Luan Truong Phone: 405-635-8800 PUBLIC NOTICE (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, April 19, 2024; Friday, April 26, 2024) OKLAHOMA ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LAWS ENFORCEMENT COMMISSION NOTICE OF INTENTION TO APPLY FOR AN ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE In accordance with Title 37, Section 522 and Title 37A, Section 2-141 LLY, 7206 NW Expressway Oklahoma City, OK 73132, an LLC hereby publishes notice of its intention to apply within sixty days from this date to the Oklahoma Alcoholic Beverage Laws Enforcement Commission for a Mixed Beverage License under authority of and in compliance with the said Act: That it intend(s), if granted such license to operate as a Mixed Beverage establishment with business premises located at 7206 NW Expressway in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, under the business name of Granny’s Kitchen Expressway. Dated this 16 day of April, 2024. /s/Rami A Abu Hejleh County of Oklahoma, State of Oklahoma. Before me, the undersigned notary public, personally appeared: Rami A Abu Hejleh to me known to be the person(s) described in and who executed the foregoing application and acknowledged that he executed the same as his free act and deed. /s/Jennifer Clark, Notary Public (SEAL) State of Oklahoma #13007871 My commission expires 08/27/2025 (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, April 26, 2024; Friday, May 3, 2024) SOLICITATION FOR BIDS (BID NOTICE) Sealed bids, in the form of Online Bidding only, will be received by the Capital Assets Management, Construction and Properties (CAP) up to 96 hours prior to the time and date indicated below. The bids will be opened and read aloud after the time indicated. Copies of the plans and bid documents may be obtained from the CAP’s Online Plan Room accessed from: https://omes.ok.gov/services/construction-andproperties Copies of the bid documents are on file at the Construction and Properties office and are available for public inspection. CAP Project Number: CAP24-0290 Project Name: HVAC Water Treatment Program Project Location: Multiple Locations - OKC Using Agency: Oklahoma Military Department Bid Documents Available: Monday, April 15, 2024, Fee to Submit Online Bid: See Website Pre-Bid Conference: Mandatory Refer to “Instructions to Bidders” in Project Manual. In case of adverse weather conditions, please call 405-521-2112 prior to Pre-bid Conference. Date and Time: Tuesday, April 29, 2024 1:00 P.M. Location: 3515 Military Circle, OKC, OK 73111 Bid Opening Date: Thursday, May 7, 2024 Location: Online Bids Only Bid Opening Time: 2:00 PM Contact Person(s):OMES PM: Mario Leonard – ario.leonard@omes.ok.gov If the bid exceeds $100,000, a cashier’s check, a certified check or surety bid bond in the amount of five percent (5%) of the total bid shall accompany the sealed bid of each bidder. Security checks will be returned to all but the three lowest bidders after the bid opening. The three lowest bid securities will be retained until the contract is awarded. By: Mario Leonard Senior Project Manager, Construction & Properties Department (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, April 26, 2024; Friday, May 3, 2024) SOLICITATION FOR BIDS (BID NOTICE) Sealed bids will be received by the Office of Management and Enterprise Services, Capital Assets Management, Construction and Properties Department (CAP), Denver Davidson Building, 1915 N. Stiles Ave. Ste. 305, Oklahoma City, OK 73105, up to and including the time and date indicated below. The bids will be opened and read aloud after the time indicated. Digital copies of the plans and bid documents may be obtained from CAP website at: https://omes.ok.gov/services/construction-and-properties. Digital copies of the bid documents are on file at the Construction & Properties office and are available for public inspection. CAP Project Number: CAP24-0287 Project Name: OFM On-Call Painting Services Project Location: Oklahoma State Capitol Complex Cost Estimate: N/A Using Agency: OMES – Office of Facilities Management Bid Documents Available: April 19, 2024 Fee For Bid Documents: See Website Pre-Bid Conference: Mandatory Refer to “Instructions to Bidders” in Project Manual. In case of adverse weather conditions, please call 405-521-2112 prior to Pre-bid Conference. Date and Time: Wednesday, May 1st, 2024 at 1:30pm Location: 1915 N. Stiles Ave. Room 305, OKC, OK 73105 Bid Opening Date: Tuesday, May 14, 2024 Location: Online Bids Only Bid Opening Time: 2:00 PM Contact Person(s) Darin Brinson – darin.brinson@omes.ok.gov Patrick Bowers – Patrick.bowers@omes.ok.gov Andrew Denton – Andrew.denton@omes.ok.gov Bid Bond: If the bid exceeds $100,000, a cashier’s check, a certified check or surety bid bond in the amount of five percent (5%) of the total bid shall accompany the sealed bid of each bidder. Security checks will be returned to all but the three lowest bidders after the bid opening. The three lowest bid securities will be retained until the contract is awarded. By: Andrew Denton Assistant Project Manager, Construction & Properties Department LPXLP (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, April 26, 2024; Friday, May 3, 2024) SOLICITATION FOR BIDS (BID NOTICE) Sealed bids will be received by the Office of Management and Enterprise Services, Capital Assets Management, Construction and Properties Department (CAP), Denver Davidson Building, 1915 N. Stiles Ave. Ste. 305, Oklahoma City, OK 73105, up to and including the time and date indicated below. The bids will be opened and read aloud after the time indicated. Digital copies of the plans and bid documents may be obtained from CAP website at: https://omes.ok.gov/services/construction-and-properties. Digital copies of the bid documents are on file at the Construction & Properties office and are available for public inspection. CAP Project Number: CAP24-0284 Project Name: State Capitol Parks Landscaping and Maintenance Project Location: Oklahoma State Capitol Parks Cost Estimate: N/A Using Agency: OMES – Office of Facilities Management Bid Documents Available: April 19, 2024 Fee For Bid Documents: See Website Pre-Bid Conference: Mandatory Refer to “Instructions to Bidders” in Project Manual. In case of adverse weather conditions, please call 405-521-2112 prior to Pre-bid Conference. Date and Time: Wednesday, May 1st, 2024 at 10:00am Location: 1915 N. Stiles Ave. Room 305, OKC, OK 73105 Bid Opening Date: Tuesday, May 14th, 2024 Location: Online Bids Only Bid Opening Time: 2:00 PM Contact Person(s) Patrick Bowers – Patrick.bowers@omes.ok.gov Caleb Banister – caleb.banister@omes.ok.gov Andrew Denton – Andrew.denton@omes.ok.gov Bid Bond: If the bid exceeds $100,000, a cashier’s check, a certified check or surety bid bond in the amount of five percent (5%) of the total bid shall accompany the sealed bid of each bidder. Security checks will be returned to all but the three lowest bidders after the bid opening. The three lowest bid securities will be retained until the contract is awarded. By: Andrew Denton Assistant Project Manager, Construction & Properties Department AUCTION • BUILDING & CONTENTS COMPLETE AUTO REPAIR SHOP SAT. MAY 4, 2024 10 AM 2216 SW 14TH ST., OKC 37108 12 yrs accumulation of 100’s of tools, equip., auto parts & more. Rebuilt motors and transmissions, 2 vehicles. Owner retiring due to health. Everything must go. 2100 sqft (mol) three bay building sells @ 1 pm. Seller will finance building with $10,000 down. Detailed list & dozens of photos at: firstbostonrealestate.us First Boston Real Estate & Auction 405-947-4000 Buyer premium applies DIVORCE OKLAHOMA CLASSIFIED AD NETWORK FOR MORE INFO CALL 1-888-815-2672 WANT TO BUY OLD GUITAR$ WANTED! LARRY BRING$ CA$H for vintage USA guitars, tube amps, banjos, mandolins, etc. Fender, Gibson, Martin, Gretsch, others. Call or text 918-288-2222. www.stringswest.com ADVERTISE STATEWIDE Put your message where it matters most – IN OKLAHOM A NEWSPAPERS. We can place your ad in 144 newspapers. For more information or to place an ad, contact Landon Cobb at (405) 499-0022 or toll-free in OK at 1-888-815-2672. NAME CHANGE
Oklahoma City FRIDAY, Friday, April 26, 2024, Page 9 Legals Locally-owned Business Directory Debbie South RE/MAX Preferred 9520 N. May, Suite 110 Oklahoma City, OK 73120 Office: (405) 751-4848 debbiesouth.com Full Circle Bookstore 1900 NW Expressway Oklahoma City, OK 73118 (405) 842-2900 (800) 683-READ Junior’s Supper Club 2601 NW Expressway Oil Center Building (405) 848-5597 juniorsokc.com Boutique One 7636 N. Western Wilshire Village Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 888-9822 boutiqueone.store The Learning Tree 7638 N. Western Wilshire Village (405) 848-1415 learningtreeokc.com Carwin’s Shave Shop 6411 Avondale Dr. Nichols Hills Plaza (405) 607-1197 carwinsshaveshop.com Winter House 6411 Avondale Dr. Nichols Hills Plaza (405) 607-1199 winterhouseinteriors.com International Wigs 4429 NW 10th St, . Oklahoma City, OK 73107 (405) 943-1233 Nancy Farha’s 9205 N. Pennsylvania Casady Square The Village, OK 73120 (405) 775-0404 nancyfarha.com 23rd Street Antiques 3023 NW 23rd. (405) 947-3800 Oklahoma City, OK 73107 Antiques23.com Coyle Law Firm 125 Park Ave. No.100 Oklahoma City, OK 73102 (405) 583-3909 coylelaw.com Gulfport Seafood Market 8016 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 848-3468 Gulfportseafoods.com Moorman's Distinctive Carpets and Area Rugs 3835 NW 63rd St. Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 848-4888 moormanscarpetsoklahoma city.com Naifeh Fine Jewelry 6471 Avondale Dr,. Nichols Hills, OK 73116 (405) 607-4323 Naifehfinejewelry.com Retirement Investment Advisors 2925 United Founders Blvd. Oklahoma City, OK 73112 (405) 842-3443 theretirementpath.com Thrifty Pharmacy 10904 N. May Ave. L Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 751-2852 230 S. Santa Fe Ave. Edmond OK 73003 thriftypharmacyedmond. com
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First National Bank of Oklahoma 10900 Hefner Pointe Dr., No. 300 Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 848-2001 fnbok.com La Baguette Bistro 7408 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 840-3047 labaguettebistro.com CK & Co. 6429 Avondale Dr. Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 843-7636 ckandcompany.com Quail Creek Bank 12201 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 755-1000 quailcreek.bank Covenant Brothers 5900 Mosteller Dr. No. 7 Oklahoma City, OK 73112 (405) 842-4671 covbros.com Justin Beasley, DDS 4600 W Memorial Rd. Oklahoma City, OK 73142 (405) 755-5400 drbeasley.com Cindi Shelby, Stylist Lela Rose & Pearl by Lela Rose 333 W. Wilshire Blvd., Ste. F Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 830-1138
Plaza Barber Shop 10940 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (495) 751-2126 All About Travel, Ltd. 6104 Northwest 63 Oklahoma City, OK 73132 (405) 384-3880 www.allabout-travel.com Papa Dios 10712 N May, Suite D Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 755-2255 papadiosokc.com Deer Clan Books 3905 N. College Ave. Bethany, OK 73008 (405)
First Fidelity Bank 6404 Avondale, Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 416-2222 Website: ffb.com
Roofing Co. LLC 6608 N. Western Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 848-4411 dennerroofing.com First Source Real Estate Residential Sales 12020 N. Penn Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 236-4747 Michael Biddinger Real Estate Commercial Sales, Management 12020 N. Penn Ave. OKC, OK 73120 (405) 236-4747 The Adult Clinic at Hearts for Hearing 11500 N. Portland Ave. OKC, OK 73120 (405) 548-4335 Christian Science Reading Room 6490 Avondale Drive (Nichols Hills Plaza North) Nichols Hills, OK 73116 405 843-5334 christianscienceokc.org Steam It Klean It LLC Carpet Cleaning PO Box 20232 Oklahoma City, OK 73156 (405) 602-4960 Steamitkleanit@gmail.com Krista Anne’s Boutique 7602 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 310-5500 Paul Seikel Pearls Oyster Bar 5641 N. Classen Blvd. Oklahoma City, OK 73118 (405) 848-8008 www.pearlsokc.com Laura Lynn’s Home Care 9801 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 418-2961 lauralynnshomecare.com Uptown Grocery 9515 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 242-6080 1230 W. Covell Edmond, OK 73003 (405) 509-2700 Chelle Greene Real Estate RE/MAX First 1000 W. Wilshire, Ste. 428 Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 818-91931 Chellegreene.com Locally-owned business listings are only $25 a month. Email rose@ okcfriday.com for more information. CITY OF NICHOLS HILLS (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, April 26, 2024) NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS CITY OF NICHOLS HILLS, OKLAHOMA Notice is hereby given that an Ordinance amending the Nichols Hills City Code regarding combined lots and side yard setbacks in the R-1-75 Single-Family Residential District and the R-1-60 Single-Family Residential District; repealing all conflicting ordinances or parts of ordinances; providing for severability; and declaring an emergency will be considered at public hearings to be held by both the Nichols Hills Planning Commission and the Nichols Hills City Council. These public hearings will be held by the Nichols Hills Planning Commission on Tuesday, May 7th 2024 at 5:30 p.m., and by the Nichols Hills City Council on Tuesday, May 14th 2024 at 5:30 p.m. These public hearings will be held in the Council Chambers at Nichols Hills City Hall, 6407 Avondale Drive, Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, 73116. Any person may address the Nichols Hills Planning Commission and Nichols Hills City Council at these public hearings regarding the Ordinance. Written support for or protest against the proposed Ordinance may be mailed to the City Clerk at 6407 Avondale Drive, Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, 73116, or hand delivered to the office of the City Clerk at 6407 Avondale Drive, Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, 73116. Written support or protests must be received by the City Clerk not less than three days before the public hearing. Dated this 15th day of April, 2024. Amanda Copeland Amanda Copeland, City Clerk City of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS CITY OF NICHOLS HILLS, OKLAHOMA CASE NO. PC 2024-02 Notice is hereby given that Lee J. Henderson has filed an application (“the Application”) with the City of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma for approval of a deed combining real property generally located at 1700 Coventry Lane. The applicant is requesting approval of deeds containing the following legal descriptions: Lots One (1), Two (2) and Three (3), of Block Ninety-seven (97), in WILSHIRE SECTION NICHOLS HILLS, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, according to the recorded plat thereof. The Application and supporting documentation may be inspected in the office of the City Clerk during regular business hours. This Application will be considered at public hearings to be held by both the Nichols Hills Planning Commission and the Nichols Hills City Council. These public hearings will be held by the Nichols Hills Planning Commission on Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 5:30 p.m., and by the Nichols Hills City Council on Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. Both public hearings will be held at the Council Chambers at Nichols Hills City Hall, 6407 Avondale Drive, Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, 73116. Any person having any objection to or supporting this Application may appear before the Planning Commission and the City Council on the above dates for the public hearings and show cause why the proposed Application should be approved or disapproved. Written support for or protest against the proposed Application may be mailed to the City Clerk at 6407 Avondale Drive, Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, 73116. Written support or protests must be received by the City Clerk not less than three (3) days before the public hearing. The following map shows the area affected by the Application: Dated this 15th day of April, 2024 Amanda Copeland Amanda Copeland, City Clerk City of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS CITY OF NICHOLS HILLS, OKLAHOMA CASE NO. PC 2024-03 Notice is hereby given that Randy Sudderth has filed an application (“the Application”) with the City of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma for approval of a deed combining real property generally located at 1804 Coventry Lane. The applicant is requesting approval of deeds containing the following legal descriptions: Lots Six (6), Seven (7), Eight (8) and Nine (9), of Block One Hundred One (101), in WILSHIRE SECTION NICHOLS HILLS, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, according to the recorded plat thereof. The Application and supporting documentation may be inspected in the office of the City Clerk during regular business hours. This Application will be considered at public hearings to be held by both the Nichols Hills Planning Commission and the Nichols Hills City Council. These public hearings will be held by the Nichols Hills Planning Commission on Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 5:30 p.m., and by the Nichols Hills City Council on Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. Both public hearings will be held at the Council Chambers at Nichols Hills City Hall, 6407 Avondale Drive, Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, 73116. Any person having any objection to or supporting this Application may appear before the Planning Commission and the City Council on the above dates for the public hearings and show cause why the proposed Application should be approved or disapproved. Written support for or protest against the proposed Application may be mailed to the City Clerk at 6407 Avondale Drive, Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, 73116. Written support or protests must be received by the City Clerk not less than three (3) days before the public hearing. The following map shows the area affected by the Application: Dated this 15th day of April, 2024 Amanda Copeland, City Clerk City of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS CITY OF NICHOLS HILLS, OKLAHOMA CASE NO. PC 2024-04 Notice is hereby given that Dream 405 Investments LLC has filed an application (“the Application”) with the City of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma for approval of a deed combining real property generally located at 1826 Drakestone Avenue. The applicant is requesting approval of deeds containing the following legal descriptions: Lots Thirty-eight (38), Thirty-nine (39), and Forty (40), in Block One Hundred Six (106), in WILSHIRE SECTION (aka WILSHIRE SECTION NICHOLS HILLS), an addition in Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, according to the recorded plat thereof. The Application and supporting documentation may be inspected in the office of the City Clerk during regular business hours. This Application will be considered at public hearings to be held by both the Nichols Hills Planning Commission and the Nichols Hills City Council. These public hearings will be held by the Nichols Hills Planning Commission on Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 5:30 p.m., and by the Nichols Hills City Council on Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. Both public hearings will be held at the Council Chambers at Nichols Hills City Hall, 6407 Avondale Drive, Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, 73116. Any person having any objection to or supporting this Application may appear before the Planning Commission and the City Council on the above dates for the public hearings and show cause why the proposed Application should be approved or disapproved. Written support for or protest against the proposed Application may be mailed to the City Clerk at 6407 Avondale Drive, Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, 73116. Written support or protests must be received by the City Clerk not less than three (3) days before the public hearing. The following map shows the area affected by the Application: Dated this 15th day of April, 2024 Amanda Copeland, City Clerk City of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma ONLINE AUCTION Seller Virginia Bratton KEN CARPENTER AUCTION & REALTY LLC Ken Carpenter 405-620-1524 www.KenCarpenterAuction.com Preview day May 1st, 4:00-6:00pm Items located at 9201 Streeter Ln. Mustang, OK Auction ends May 2, 9:00 soft close J.D. 770 tractor with loader 792 hours, lots of 3pt equipment, Hundreds of wood tools and wood, lots of yard equipment, Hundreds of name brand tools. This estate is in excellent condition. Call Garrett 405-761-6634 for more info www.KenCarpenterAuction.com Ken Carpenter Auction & Realty LLC LPXLP
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Some 35,000 Oklahoma children qualify for SoonerCare, but not enrolled
By Joe Dorman President & CEO Oklahoma Institute on Child Advocacy
As of March 2024, 502,221 Oklahoma children were enrolled in SoonerCare, just over half the estimated number of children living in the state. Additionally, the state estimates that about seven percent, or 70,000 Oklahoma children, are not enrolled in insurance, and more than half of those, or about 35,000, would likely qualify for SoonerCare coverage.
To improve delivery of services, the Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA) on April 1
unveiled a new service program for those on SoonerCare on April 1 called SoonerSelect, 2024. SoonerCare, Oklahoma’s Medicaid program, provides health care for many Oklahomans, including children under the age of 19, pregnant women, and others in special categories.
Under SoonerSelect, most SoonerCare members will receive their health care coverage in a new way – through health and dental plans. A “health or dental plan” is an organization selected by the state which provides health care services through a network (group) of doctors, den-
tists, pharmacists, mental health professionals and other service providers. Some plans even provide extra services like programs to help you quit smoking or building a health plan.
Under this new model, health and dental plans have a provider network. In most cases, eligible families must receive care from a provider in their plan’s provider network, such as a primary care provider or a primary care dentist. Those who are eligible can choose from three health plans: Aetna Better Health of Oklahoma, Humana Healthy Horizons of Oklahoma, and Oklahoma Complete Health. Eligible Oklahomans can pick between two dental plans: DentaQuest or LIBERTY Dental. Both provide medically necessary cleanings, preventive and restorative care, and provide medically neces-
sary orthodontic services for Oklahomans under 21.
If you are a federally recognized tribal member or qualify for services through Indian Health Service, you may decide to join a plan or remain on your current SoonerCare plan. There is also a Children’s Specialty Program that serves children involved in the juvenile justice system, which includes children in foster care and children receiving adoption assistance. Oklahoma Complete Health serves these members.
The Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy (OICA) is proud to be working with Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma (LASO) to raise awareness about access to children’s health insurance in Oklahoma, and OICA is excited about these new opportunities.
Our collaborative work encourages families who
Dear Wise Elder: My mother had a business career, is now 72 and physically mobile. But after she retired at 65, she no longer gets out other than to the grocery store and church some Sundays – if she feels like it. She seems to have lost her interest in life. I’m 50, and watching her makes me sad.
Dear Sad: Everyone needs a purpose. Going to work gives purpose, responsibility and connections. Now that she no longer works, she may feel like she’s not needed, is no longer making new acquaintances, and has no accounta-
qualify to sign their children up for SoonerCare. This grant-funded program provides resources for us to promote this initiative directly in 20 rural counties across our state: Alfalfa, Blaine, Bryan, Carter, Garfield, Garvin, Grant, Haskell, Hughes, Johnston, Latimer, LeFlore, McIntosh, Muskogee, Okmulgee, Pittsburg, Pontotoc, Seminole, Sequoyah, and Wagoner.
We have distributed brochures to each public school and day care in those counties, totaling more than 110,000 pamphlets to provide enrollment information to families.
The effort to get the word out is working. Information provided by OHCA shows that 81,788 children were newly enrolled statewide from February 2023 to February 2024. OICA is pleased to be a part of this campaign to see more chil-
bility. There are thousands in this city who are just like your mother. You can help connect them. For Mother's Day, giver her a VillagesOKC Passport which gives her access to new friends who will reach out. She will have local earning opportunities. She can engage in regular or occasional service opportunities. Examples are at NewView Oklahoma, the Food Bank, reading to children through Restore OKC, or coffee with a small group of ladies.
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dren receive health coverage.
Parameters to qualify are based on size of household and monthly income/annual income. Further information is at https://oklahoma.gov/o hca/individuals/mysoonercare/apply-for-soonercareonline/eligibility/income -guidelines.html
If you are interested in learning more, or if you think you might qualify, please go to myOKplan.org or call 1 (833) 465-7526 to visit with a navigator who will assist you with verifying information and help with filling out the application.
Please recommend this program to families with children who you know as they might not be aware of this benefit. Together, we can help these young people get insurance and lead them to healthier lives.
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Chargers celebrate spring home and away
Heritage Hall fifth graders packed their bags this week in preparation for three days of camping and nature at Camp Classen. Before this annual excursion, fifth grade students concluded a pottery unit in art class with their Clay Café exhibit in the lobby of the Class of 1977 Middle School.
by Atala Johnson
Throughout the entire middle school, excitement was building in anticipation of the announcement of the teams for the Middle School Olympic games, a beloved tradition that bonds middle schoolers through teamwork, competition, and the spirit of the games. Spring sports kept Charger athletes busy this week, beginning with the spring sports assembly, which celebrated the accomplishments of our spring teams as they head into upcoming state competitions. Middle school girls’ soccer will also
play in the finals of the GMAC Tournament.
Over the past weekend, the upper school boys defeated Chickasha to clinch the district championship in soccer, while the Upper School girls’ soccer team remains undefeated (100). Varsity tennis mixed doubles teams were champs at the Tulsa Union Team Tournament held April 13.
The upper school dance program, led by Chelsea Jones, held its annual dance showcase on April 18, featuring a setlist of beautiful and lively performances.
In the lower school,
the fourth graders enjoyed a visit to the Salt Plains State Park to dig for crystals and explore the beauty of the wide, sunny landscape. Musical artist Keith Coast visited the LS to host an interactive, entertaining assembly called “The Whoa! Show.”
Finally, every preschooler and pre-k student's favorite rite of spring, Okie Dokie Day, took place April 18, featuring games, a hayride, a visit with farm animals, and so many boots!
It’s a great week to be a Charger!
Students Oklahoma City FRIDAY, Friday, April 26, 2024, Page 11 April 26 Ceil Abbott Andrea Bair Jeff Baxter Deane Burnett Melissa Catron Jane Collins Jay Ferguson Jessica Haddad Lauren Hunter Angie Luetkemeyer Eloise McEldowney Kery Mueller Eudeana Newcomb Marci Rhodes Sidney Williams April 27 Jari Askins Kevin Carver Randy Corp Kay Brecht Dunaway Suzanne Fenwick Bud Harris Sarah Meade Tonya Moore Mary Poole Leonard Savage Susie Waugh April 28 Brenda Buschman Benjamin Davis Elizabeth Degraffenried Lee Holmes Craig Oller Mia Seminoff Ruth Thomas Leta Weise Gary Williams Jill Willis April 29 Kira Clark Thomas Corbett John Darling Dick Dugger Nila Harmor Gail Hutton Randy Lewis Marion Perry Miller Judy Neville Chloe Shelby James R. Tolbert III Ron Walker April 30 Billye Barton Lori Burd Lori Cable William Cain Misti Cox Richard Cudjo Agnes Glasgow Phil Haddad Judy Havens Bill Luna Beverly Mackey Meredith Milligan Toni Ragsdale May 1 Ann Acers Madeleine Carrol Marion Cathcart Maggie Chaney Eleanor Havens Evelyn Hooge Jill Kewmmet Robert Lange Steven McIntyre Ted Moock Ellen Morgan Penny Replogle Jack Sadler Retha Tyson May 2 Mary Beck Natalie Biddinger Michele Crivello Chadley Earles Scott Foster John Robert Nichols Jason Jump Judy Kinney Ellen Lisle Robert Potts Beth Schwisow Amy Sergent John Trigg Reta Walker William Wolfe May 3 Traci Allen Mae Austin Ann Baker Phyllis Binnicker Susie Cherry Carolyn Grosche Norene Irwin Shirley Lewis Robert O’Bannon Adam Perry Peggy Postich Catherine Ratliff Gary Sanders Ethan Swindell R.G. Turnbull Debra Wood Max Dunseith ’38 (left) and Jansen Jones ’38 (right) pet a horse at Okie Dokie Day.
HALL HAPPENINGS
Oklahoma Hospitality Club honors Women Making a Difference
Fourteen outstanding women were honored during the Oklahoma Hospitality Club’s 56th Annual Ladies in the News Luncheon and Style Show — Women Making a Difference. The event featured an extensive raffle, as well as the presentation of grants to Joy in the Cause and Limbs for Life.
Raising the Ranch
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- Photos by Fran Kozakowski
Amy Loftis-Walton, founder and principal of The Vine, Growth Strategies; Shannon Rich, president and CEO, Oklahoma Hall of Fame, founder and CEO, LeadHERboard; and Dr. Teresa Savney, assistant professor of surgery, Division of Surgical Oncology, University of Oklahoma, model furs from Geno’s and Koslow’s Luxury Outerwear and fashions from Krista Anne’s Boutique during the 56th Annual Ladies in the News luncheon and style show.
Dr. Kay Robinson, assistant vice president, Student Affairs, UCO.
Sarah Roberts, vice president of programs, Inasmuch Foundation.
Emily Lang, partner, Price Lang Public Relations.
The fashion show featured fashions by Nancy Farha and Krista Anne’s Boutique, as well as furs and accessories from Geno’s and Koslow’s Luxury Outerwear.
Above: Ann-Clore Duncan walks the ramp wearing a style from Nancy Farha during the Ladies in the News Fashion Show. She is the founder of Duncan College Consulting. At right: Peggy Kates, owner, Midwest Wrecking Company.
Vicki Behenna, Oklahoma County district attorney.
Dr. Pooja Singhal, MD FACG, president, Oklahoma Gastro Health and Wellness.
Oklahoma Hospitality Club Chaplain Carolyn Stager and Laura Watts.
Jennifer Rose, Susie Rose and Amanda Dirmeyer help with the event.
Artist Sara Kay paints an original piece for the Peppers Ranch Raising the Ranch event. An extensive silent auction greeted guests to the fundraiser. Peppers Ranch Foster Care Community seeks to “break the cycle” of child abuse and neglect through loving homes, counseling and growth-oriented activities.
Above: Julie Kirk, of Quail Creek Bank, helps out with the wine pull. At right: Matt and Kearstin Mudd. At left: Amber Brock and Taylor Knooihuizen.
- Photos by Rose Lane
Shower fetes Taylor Helms Ruske and baby
Friends and family gathered at Jenny Price’s beautiful home to celebrate the arrival of Taylor Helms Ruske's little one.
The sweet invitations and cookies displayed a pink carrousel as a hint towards the anticipated arrival of a baby girl. The celebration was hosted by Alison Dick, Jenny Price and Chandler Helms.
The event was catered by the fabulous and creative Kam's Kookery. Gorgeous flowers adding color and cheer were designed by the Flower Truck. As a nod to Taylor's Chicago residence, the guests were given a bag of the famous Clarke's popcorn to enjoy later. T
The joyous occasion was filled with love, laughter, and well wishes for the mom-to-be. The guests mingled and shared stories. It was a day to cherish and remember for all in attendance.
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McDaniel returns to Crossings Christian School from military deployment to Africa
Crossings Christian School in Oklahoma City welcomed back Staff Sergeant Dillon McDaniel after his deployment with the United States National Guard.
Dillon McDaniel, a devoted anatomy and environmental sciences teacher at Crossings, served with the U.S. Army Reserve for nine months in Africa. While primarily stationed in Djibouti, he also spent time in Kenya and Somalia, where he facilitated the baptism of 40 soldiers.
As a religious affairs specialist in the National Guard, his responsibilities overseas included providing essential religious and psychological support to the entire Taskforce, which consisted of 1,200 soldiers from Oklahoma, Indiana, and Nebraska. Dillon's proactive efforts led to the establishment of a volunteer program, recognizing soldiers with the Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal for exceeding established standards.
Additionally, he actively contributed to assisting the local Catholic orphanage, participated in the restoration of a wildlife refuge, conducted hundreds of counseling sessions, and led a Bible Study centered around “The Chosen.”
During his deployment, Dillon's wife, Ashley McDaniel, stepped in to teach his classes. Her background and aspiration to pursue a nursing career made her the ideal candidate to support Dillon’s role during his absence.
Reflecting on his experiences, Dillon cherishes the connections he formed with his fellow service members and aims to integrate his insights into ministering to his students at Crossings. His return to schools was celebrated with a fellowship breakfast, where his colleagues joined in welcoming him back.
Oklahoma City FRIDAY, Friday, April 26, 2024, Page 13 Family Album
The Hefner family on Easter. From left: Front row, Robert and Kellie Hefner holding Mila, Liza Hefner, Grace Burckart, Blaire Burckart, Pierson Hefner, Isabelle Burckart and Alexis Burckart holding littlest grandchild, Mary Micah Burckart; second row, Dr. Sam Coury, Sophia Dangora, Iman Dangora, Gabrielle Houston holding Callahan Houston and Easton Hefner; and back row, Tristan Berglan, Blake Burckart, Connor Houston, Dominic Dangora, Carol Hefner, Robert Hefner IV and Beckett Berglan.
Langley Branan, Lee Murphy, Annissa Naifeh, Emily Ellis and Chandler Helms help shower Taylor Helms Ruske. Jennie Price opened her home for the event.
Above: Hostesses Chandler Helms and Jenny Price, Taylor Helms Ruske, her mom Jane Helms and hostess Alison Dick.
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become a city manager. I’ve won charity auction trips as an adult I later learned Vicki Gourley had donated. And this sense of community extends beyond the Gourleys. At any community event you will typically find Rose, sometimes with a camera in hand, but always a smile on her face.
So, thank you, OKC FRIDAY, a team of caring individuals who inspire their readers to care equally.
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Amanda Prugh, Amy Parrish, Andrea Pack, Ashley Johnson, Ashley Lee, Ashley Wolfe, Brandi Stone, Caitlin Tharp, Caley Smith, Callie Lundquist, Caroline Mildren, Caroline Shanbour, Catherine Box, Chelle Johnson, Courtney Hubbard, Dana Oliva, Devin Trachman, Emma Heinen, Erin Burkett and Heather Rice.
Also, Jennifer Homsey, Jennifer Volino, Jerica Gregston, Jess Dean, Jessica Beavers, Jessica Ockershauser, Jill Elledge, Julie Keller, Julie Leclercq, Katy Sheets, Kenna Clapp, Kenzie Frazee, Kristine Palmer, Lacey French, Laura Litle, Lauren Sykes, Leah Ojeda, Maci Davis, Maggie King, Marci Rhodes, Mariah Mixon, Marissa Wray, Mary Beavers and Megan Roueche.
Also, Megan Stacy, Mindy Bryant, Molly Eaton, Paige Wilson, Polly Kranz, Rebecca Thompson, Rebecca Ward, Rebekah Bloyd, Shanna Augspurger, Summer DeFehr, Tara Taylor, Taylor Butler, Taylor Winzeler, Teri Hubbard, Vanessa Stewart, Wendi Iglinski, Whitney Fisher and Whitney Hood.
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Local student competes in national hoop shoot
Local student and Oklahoma state champion Ayden Birch won the 2024 Southwest Regional Elks Hoop Shoot Free Throw Contest held in Dallas, Texas.
Ayden, sponsored by the Midwest City Elks Lodge won the 12-13 year old boys division by sinking 21 free throws out of 25 attempts, the second highest score of the entire contest.
Ayden advanced to the national finals in Chicago, Ill. where he competed against 11 other regional champions for the national title, and to have his name enscribed on the Elks trophy in the Basketball Hall of Fame.
To earn a spot in the regional competition, Ayden won his local lodge contest (Midwest City lodge) and then the Southwest District shoot-off. He earned the Oklahoma title at the
Oklahoma State Elks Association championship.
This year over 340,000 kids in the Southwest Region (Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas) are expected to have competed in the contest, according to Kelly McDermott, southwest regional director of the Elks Hoop Shoot program. Nationwide 1.5 million boys and girls competed in three different age groups.
McDermott extended congratulations to all of the participants, saying, “It's an honor to be able to give kids like these a platform to excel. The Elks are all about helping the youth of America, and this program gives them a chance to shine."
The Elks are a fraternal organization with nearly one million members nationwide and distributes over $43 million annually for scholarship and other youth, community and Veterans programs.
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AYDEN BIRCH
By Shane Pate Nichols Hills City
