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Champions of Youth Emcee Teresa Rose Crook and Boys & Girls Clubs of Oklahoma County President and CEO Teena Belcik at the organization’s Champions of Youth event. Page 12
Cathy and Frank Keating attend the cocktail party kicking-off the weekend. Page 12
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OKIE to host fashion show detailing Land of Israel’s history Vintage fashion is all the rage right now. On Thursday, May 12, a curated collection debuts, but not just any collection. Exclusive pieces are set to walk the runway retelling the story of modern day Israel, OKlahoma Israel Exchange (OKIE) Executive Director Edie Roodman said. Liraz Cohen Mordechai brings fashions by Liri to OKC from the sophisticated yet trendy streets of Tel Aviv, the Mediterranean capital of cool, according to the New York Times. After Covid fashionably delayed OKIE’s signature event, #stateofstyle… Israel’s modern and fashionable history dazzles at DISCOVERY, formerly the stunning Baker Hughes venue. The show features pre-1948 looks to contemporary flair, all while narrating the dramatic first 75 years of the “start up nation.” Dynamic dignitaries, cool
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Co-chairmen of the OKlahoma Israel Exchange event are Harrison and Elaine Levy and Ann and Burns Hargis.
celebrities and illustrious leaders including Mayor David Holt, First Lady Cathy Keating, Miss Oklahoma Ashleigh Robinson, Shannon Presti, Lance McDaniel, D.G. Smalling and many others take the stage to showcase Israel’s captivating history, Roodman said. “OKIE cultivates and champions connections between the state of Israel and the state of Oklahoma,” she said. “Through initiatives in agriculture, commerce, culture and education, OKIE
promotes goodwill and opportunities.” Since OKIE was founded in 1992 every governor and first lady have led official missions to Israel. OKIE is planning Governor Kevin and First Lady Sarah Stitt’s maiden visit to the country. “From each heart there is an invisible golden thread that leads to the Land of Israel and our state leaders reflect this bond through their unwavering support See OKIE, Page 7
Casady School garners membership in the OSSAA Casady School has been accepted for membership by the Oklahoma Secondary School Activities Association (OSSAA). The school announced in December that its Board of Trustees had authorized the school to apply to the OSSAA for membership and to negotiate an agreement with the Southwest Preparatory Conference (SPC) to allow Casady to remain an SPC member for purposes of field hockey and boys’ volleyball. “I am grateful to the Board of the OSSAA for recognizing the value of Casady School to the local community, and we look forward to the transition of competing locally,” said Nathan L. Sheldon, head of Casady School. “Additionally, we will have extensive opportunities to build relationships with schools, both locally and across the state, through athletic competition and other activities within the OSSAA. Our student-athletes, our families, and the entire school community will ben-
efit in this new environment.” Through Casady’s athletic conference review process, four guiding principles emerged as they relate to our student-athletes and the school’s athletic program. Those guiding principles are Wellness, Development, Academics and Community Engagement. This new affiliation with the OSSAA supports the school’s guiding principles as well as the pillars of Character, Sportsmanship, Development, Community, and Wellness in its Strategic Athletic Plan. In February, the SPC Board accepted Casady's formal proposal to remain associated with the conference for field hockey and boys’ volleyball in the event the application with the OSSAA is approved for all other sports. The school outlined compelling reasons and innovative solutions revolving around creating a new associate member affiliation within the SPC. See OSSAA, Page 11
HH’s Turner is Educator of the Year Heritage Hall‘s Teresa Turner, director of diversity and inclusion, has received the Women of Color Expo Oklahoma City Educator of the Year Award. Sponsored by Perry Publishing and Broadcasting Company, the expo aims to “inspire and honor achieving women in our community from all walks of life.” The company recognized Turner and honorees from various other categories during an awards luncheon. “For over three decades at the University of Oklahoma, Mrs. Turner changed the lives of many studentathletes while assisting them in obtaining their degrees,” Perry
Publishing and Broadcasting Company President Kevin Perry said. “Her current commitment and service at Heritage Hall are a reminder that the residual effects of service yield great dividends, particularly as such relates to diversity and inclusion. “The platform from which she serves addresses equity from the stance of initiating and supporting opportunities that foster an understanding of cultural differences with emphasis placed on making all students feel connected and a part of the Heritage Hall community, knowing See TURNER, Page 3
KEY DATES Casady is set to begin competing in most sports starting with the 2023-24 school year. Key dates related to this transition include: ● Fall of 2022 — Football begins two-year Independent Conference play. ● Fall of 2023 — Field hockey and boys’ volleyball are guaranteed to remain in the SPC through spring of 2026. ● Fall of 2023 — All remaining Casady sports begin OSSAA competition. ● Fall of 2024 — Football joins in OSSAA conference play.
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While officials at Casady School are finalizing plans for the new $7.5 million expansion and renovation of the Loeffler Primary Division Building this summer, members of the Village Traffic & Safety Commission have created a temporary traffic control plan to alleviate traffic concerns during the project. Casady School, 9500 N. Pennsylvania Ave., will start construction on the expansion and renovation project in August with work continuing through Dec-ember. Construction is expected to affect pick-up and drop-off traffic entering and exiting the school property onto Britton Road. Jim Bonfiglio, director of operations for Casady School, informed the commission that the school owns the former pool and spa building directly east and south of Casady, now called the Learning Center. He asked that traffic exiting the school be permitted to use both lanes of Nichols Road southbound between 7:20-8:15 a.m. and 2:50-3:20 p.m. if necessary to expediate traffic and reduce congestion on Britton Road. Traffic flow due to carpools and Primary Building construction would first be assessed. Bonfiglio told the commission that Casady is set to close its See CASADY, Page 7
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Friday Fun
Saying goodbye! ‘Egg’citing day - Photos by Rose Lane
Boston Marathon In breaking news, Several OKC runners finished strong at the 126th Boston Marathon. Fridaylander Alex Skinner completed the marathon at 3 hours, 14 minutes, 54 seconds. His goal time was 3 hours and 15 minutes. He is pictured with his wife Amy Bockus Skinner and their two daughters, Suzie Mack and Lilly.
The Greens Golf and Country Club hosted an Easter Eggstravaganza for members. Above: Brooklyn Naylor feeds farm animals. while at left, Rochelle, Everett and Grayson Wilhelm visit with the Easter Bunny.
Friends and colleagues gathered to wish Timothy Fields and Eddie Walker a “bon voyage” as they prepare for their next adventure living in Portugal. From left: Timothy Fields, Susan Webb, Eddie Walker, Oklahoma City Philharmonic Board President Brent Hart, Abigail and Phil Music Director Alexander Mickelthwate. Eddie was the long-time executive director of the organization.
Hope’s Harvest The Regional Food Bank hosted its Hope’s Harvest luncheon. Support for the Regional Food Bank of OK allows the organization to continue to do the important work its does to understand the root causes of hunger and provide resources to Oklahomans who are food insecure. Attending the event are, from left: Mucki Wright, Table Captain Erik Salazar, Stuart Hudson, Yenni Vance, Rose Lane, Table Captain and Board Member Phi Nguyen and Dustin Stokes.
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OCSW names Kate Barnard honorees The Oklahoma Commission on the Status of Women (OCSW) has named the Honorable Secretary of Agriculture Blayne Arthur and the Honorable Judge Cindy Truong as 2022 Kate Barnard Award recipients. Arthur and Truong are to be be recognized and presented the awards at the Oklahoma Women’s Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony set for this Friday at the Omni Hotel in Oklahoma City. This award is in memory and recognition of Oklahoman Kate Barnard, who in 1907 became the first woman to win a statewide elected office in the United States. She held the office of Commissioner of Charities and Corrections for two terms. She was a key figure in the enactment of a com-
pulsory education law providing for state payments to widows dependent on their children’s earnings, of legislation implementing the constitutional ban on child labor, and the laws aimed at unsafe working conditions. In 1998, the Oklahoma Commission on the Status of Women created the Kate Barnard Award to continue recognition and appreciation of the women that have made a difference in Oklahoma by becoming public servants. These women are elected or appointed salaried public officials in Oklahoma. Prior to her role as secretary, Arthur served as Deputy Commissioner of Agriculture from 2011– 2016. In 2016, she served as the Executive Director for the Okla-
TURNER From Page 1 that their ethnicity, gender, abilities, thoughts, and ideas matter.” Heritage Hall President Aaron Fetrow said the fact that Turner received this honor is no surprise. “Our faculty and staff value Teresa as a confidante and valuable resource, especially with diversity and inclusion issues,” he said. “Most importantly, our students trust Teresa to serve as their advocate and handle tough conversations and delicate situations with the utmost care and professionalism.
homa 4-H Foundation until her appointment by Governor Stitt. She is the 2016 Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association Distinguished Service Award Recipient; active in Oklahoma Farm Bureau, Diamond Hats, American Quarter Horse Association, Oklahoma Beef Council, and Ponies of the Americas; and selected for multiple honors. Judge Cindy Truong serves as judge in District No. 7 in Oklahoma County. Upon her election, she became the youngest judge representing Oklahoma County. Truong was the first Vietnamese American prosecutor in the state of Oklahoma. She worked as a state prosecutor for 10 years, taking more than 50 jury trials to verdict, ranging from death
We are proud to call this great Sooner a Charger!” Turner said she was grateful to have been chosen as Educator of the Year and to be among the other phenomenal recipients representing the Expo’s 2022 class of honorees. “During my career, I have been truly blessed and fortunate to work with thousands of students as an educator, advisor, counselor and in other capacities; seldom do we play just one role,” she said. “With that in mind, I want to acknowledge all educators in Oklahoma and nationwide who are committed to teaching, leading, guiding and nurturing their students.”
penalty cases to rape, robbery, and drug trafficking, and, with the help of Oklahoma advocates and volunteers, kept more families together by reducing the number of county jail inmates from 2,600 to 1,544. Along with the Kate Barnard awards, Guardian Awards are to be presented to the Honorable State Representative Daniel Pae and the Honorable State Senator Darrell Weaver, as well as the eight inductees to the Oklahoma Women’s Hall of Fame (OWHOF). The 2022 class of inductees are Sue Ann Arnall, Carleen Burger, Janice Dobbs, Wanda Jackson, Betty McElderry (posthumously), Dr. Roseline Nsikak, Dr. Kayse Shrum, and Anna Belle Wiedemann.
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Sports Weekly TRACK ROUNDUP
Regionals start Saturday Four Fridayland schools begin their quests for a state championship as small-school regional track meets are staged this weekend across the state. Harding Charter Prep and John Marshall compete at a Class 4A regional in Madill. Meanwhile, Crossings Christian and Heritage Hall have been assigned to a 3A regional at Plainview. The 3A and 4A state championships are slated for May 6-7, with the 3A meet at Western
Heights and 4A at Catoosa. IRISH GIRLS RUN TO TITLE AT MWC Keyed by three individual gold medal winners, along with a relay title, the McGuinness girls track team captured the Midwest City Invitational championship last week. The Irish boys, meanwhile, also had a pair of gold medalists to finish second at Midwest City. Taby Roy and Logan
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Pierce swept the hurdles events to lead the Irish. Roy won the 100meter hurdles in 16.49 seconds and took third in the 300 hurdles. Pierce claimed the 300 hurdles title in 49.69 seconds, third in the pole vault and fourth in the 100. Isabelle Scherm rounded out the trio with a gold medal-winning leap of 4 feet, 11 inches in the high jump and Alyssa Schmit jumped 4-9 to finish second in the event. Garrett Williams echoed the Irish girls’ domination in the hurdles with a gold medal in the 300 hurdles in a winning time of 41.09 seconds just ahead of teammate Tyrell Bruner’s silver medal in 43.74 seconds. Bruner also came just a quarter-second short of an Irish sweep to settle for second in the 110 hurdles in 16.50 seconds. Paul Tarman and Reid Henderson finished 1-2 in the pole vault, as Tarman secured the winning jump of 11-6 and Hen-
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McGuinness’ Isabella Scherm outjumped teammate Alyssa Schmit to claim a gold medal in the high jump at the Midwest City Invitational.
derson was runner-up at 11 feet. In the relays, the Irish girls claimed the 4-by-800 title by 30 seconds in 10:56.82 and took third in both the 4-by-100 and 4-by-400 relays. The Irish boys were runners-up in the 4-by-200 and 4-by-800 relays. Six other McGuinness girls earned medals, including two winning silvers and four claiming bronze. Kirby Johnson finished as runner-up by just under a second in the 200 meters in 28.65 seconds, while Kathryn Hadrava took second in the 1600 meters in
5:54.16. Third-place winners included Adaugo Okorie in the 100 meters, Haley Jayne Johnson in the 400 meters, Torie Whitbeck in the 1600 meters and Margot Knudtson in the 3200 . William Leonard and Kazeyn Bird also picked up silver medals for the McGuinness boys, as Leonard was second in the 3200 meters and Bird in the shot put. Braedon Black headlined a trio of bronze medalists with a thirdplace finish in the 800 meters. Andrew de Keraty took third in the 1600, followed by Oliv-
er Gummerson in the 3200 and Bradt Haag in the shot put. ANTLERS WIN AT DC MILE NIGHT Host Deer Creek boasted three sectional winners at Mile Night in last week’s action. Cadee Shannon claimed the Section 4 title with a winning time of 5 minutes, 53.97 seconds, and Madison Manning won Section 5 in 5:40.13. A.J. Antonelli paced the Antler boys with a 3second victory in the Section 12 race in 4:19.66. Story continued at OKCFRIDAY.com.
SPC SPRING CHAMPIONSHIPS
Cyclone tennis teams open in quarterfinals at SPC Six different Casady teams travel to Texas this weekend for the Southwest Preparatory Conference Spring Championships in Houston. The softball team is set to battle the Houston Christian-Dallas Episcopal winner this Friday in the quarterfinals. A win moves the Cyclones into the semifinals, while a loss drops them to the fifth-place game on Saturday. Boys and girls track meets take place at Awty International on Friday and Saturday. Both Cyclone tennis teams opened the tournament last Thursday, with the boys facing St. Andrew’s and the girls taking on Awty International in
first-round action. With a win, the Casady boys would face St. Mark’s and the girls could take on Hockaday. Championship matches are to be played Saturday at Houston Christian for the boys and Lost Forest Tennis Club for the girls. Meanwhile, the golf teams competed last Monday and Tuesday at Pecan Valley Golf Club in Fort Worth. Boys team members include Ian Wallis, David Fares, Jack Morgan, Jack Lee and Zac Dunn. Members of the girls team are Drue Love, Caroline Garner, Holly Burkhead, Rachel Zewdie and Eileen Burger.
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BASEBALL ROUNDUP
SOCCER ROUNDUP
Chargers, Knights, Rockets Eagles, Chargers, net district titles host bi-district tournaments Four Fridayland baseball teams open the postseason with bi-district tournaments slated for this weekend. Heritage Hall and Crossings Christian host Class 3A tournaments with the Chargers entertaining Star Spencer and the Knights playing Marietta. In 4A, Mount St. Mary hosts Seminole, while John Marshall travels to Blanchard and Harding Charter Prep is at Byng. CHARGERS HOLD OFF JONES After opening a 3run lead after the first inning, the Heritage Hall baseball team held off a late Jones rally to pull off a 6-3 win over the Longhorns last Monday. Brody Offel belted a
double and scored a run, and Kevin Gao singled, drove in a run and scored twice to lead the Chargers (242). Owen Fleming and Gavin Meagher accounted for Heritage Hall’s other two hits. Pitcher Abe Malone threw a 2-hit shutout over three innings and struck out three to earn the victory. ANTLERS GET BY ED. MEMORIAL Kaden McDonald belted a single to score Brittain Brewer in the bottom of the seventh inning to help Deer Creek to a 3-2 win over Edmond Memorial last Monday. Duncan Key hit a solo homerun in the bottom of the sixth inning and Ashton Hartwig had a double
for the Antlers (26-8). Brett McComas and Brady Hamilton also singled with McComas also driving in a run. Pitcher Brett Pense struck out seven and allowed two runs on six hits over seven innings for the complete-game victory. Deer Creek visited Piedmont last Thursday to end its regular season. CYCLONES FALL TO ESD IN SPC FINALE Casady held a slim lead through five innings but Dallas Episcopal rallied for four runs in the final two innings to hand the Cyclones a 6-4 loss last Saturday in their final SPC counter of the season. Story continued at OKCFRIDAY.com.
GOLF ROUNDUP
Boys regionals to be played Monday Eight Fridayland boys golf teams embark on their journeys toward a possible state championship as regional tournaments are to be played this Monday. Deer Creek and PC North have been assigned to a Class 6A regional at Meadowlake Golf Club in Enid, and McGuinness competes in a 5A regional at Lawton Country Club. In 4A, defending state champion Heritage Hall joins Harding Charter Prep at Kingfisher Golf Club
and John Marshall plays at Prairie West in Weatherford. Crossings Christian and Mount St. Mary were scheduled to compete at a 3A qualifying tournament at Sulphur Hills in Sulphur. State tournaments are set for May 9-10.
EAGLES TAKE 8TH AT WESTERN OPEN
CHARGERS WIN AT CHOCTAW
PANTHER GIRLS 9TH AT REGIONAL
With four players scoring fifth or better, the Heritage Hall boys won the Choctaw Invitational last week. Henry Hooten, Kyle McLaughlim, Matthew Smith and Roger Smith carded 74s at Choctaw Creek Golf Club to tie for fourth in the individual standings.
Tiana Frantz grabbed a spot in the top 25 to help lead the PC North girls to ninth in their Class 6A regional last week. Frantz fired a 92 at Earlywine North to finish in 18th place. Shelby Ellis and Katie Moore earned top 50 spots in 36th and 45th, respectively.
The Harding Charter Prep boys finished eighth at the Western Open hosted by Elgin. Jack Patrick shot an 85 at Lake Hefner North to place 13th for the Eagles.
Thanks to big wins in the final week of the regular season, the Harding Charter Prep and Heritage Hall boys soccer teams captured district titles. The Eagles (10-3) posted a 2-1 win over Elk City to claim the District 4A-2 crown. Raul Huerta scored both goals against Elk City. The Chargers (7-2) cruised to a 6-1 triumph against Community Christian to win the District 3A-2 title. Tucker Austin collected two goals and an assist and Will Mattocks added two goals to lead Heritage Hall.
Cayson Argo also contributed two assists. The Heritage Hall girls also secured a District 3A-2 title with a 10-0 win at Newkirk last Friday and a 9-0 victory against Community Christian. Meanwhile, the Harding Prep girls suffered a 2-1 loss to Elk City. Yamileth Ponce scored a goal for the Eagles (5-8) who were fifth in District 4A-2. Teams which finish fourth or better in their district qualify for the playoffs. OTHER RESULTS Knights take 2nd in
district: Crossings Christian settled for the runner-up spot in District 3A-1 after a 5-0 win against Atoka. Michael Morris led the Knights (13-2) this season with 14 goals and two assists. Garrett Hunt has 12 goals and six assists, while Luke Warmington and Charlie Cook had seven goals and six assists each. Goalkeeper Jackson Ledlow collected 49 saves and recorded 10 shutouts. The Knight girls (113) won 2-0 agianst Atoka and finished third in District 3A-1. Story continued at OKCFRIDAY.com.
TENNIS ROUNDUP
Girls regional tourneys set for Monday Eight Fridayland girls’ tennis teams open their postseason this Monday as regional tournaments are staged across the state. Both Heritage Hall and Crossings Christian have been tabbed to host a 5A regional.
The Chargers compete with Fridayland rival McGuinness in the tournament along with Ardmore, Capitol Hill, Del City, Guthrie, Piedmont and Woodward. Crossings Christian is the host school for a 4A regional at OKC Tennis Center, including Fridayland teams Harding Charter Prep and John Marshall. In 6A, Deer Creek
and PC North travel to the Tulsa metro area as the Antlers compete at Tulsa Union and the Panthers are at Bixby. Meanwhile, Mount St. Mary also participates in a 4A regional at OKC Tennis Center hosted by Western Heights. The state tournament is set for May 6-7 at OKC Tennis Center. Story continued at OKCFRIDAY.com.
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CALENDAR FUNDRAISERS May 19 • Crescendo: An Evening with Canterbury Canterbury Chamber Voices will perform at Crescendo: An Evening with Canterbury from 79 pm at the Oklaho ma History Center for this evening of awards. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and open bar. Tickets are $125 ea/$225 cou ple. RSVP to justin@ canterburyokc.com. May 22 • Casino Under the Stars DDent’s charity event to help raise funds for Oklahoma’s low income veterans, sen iors and developmen tally disabled adults in need of oral health restoration. The event is from 610 pm at the River Oaks Golf Club, 10909 Clubhouse Rd in Edmond. Casino night includes a dinner buffet, cash bar, 3 hrs of play, silent auction and awards to volun teer dentists. Call 405 4248092 to register. June 1 • Dean A McGee Awards Nationally recognized architect, Rand Elliott will be honored with Dean A. McGee Award. Downtown Oklahoma City Part nership will honor three business and community leaders for their outstanding con tributions to the downtown community at the 35th Annual Dean A. McGee Awards on June 1, in the Skirvin Hilton Hotel Grand Ballroom.
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May 7 • Ostrich Egg Breakfast Make it a “mom”orable morning as you enjoy delicious breakfast foods and spending time with family and friends in the unique setting of the Zoo on Mother's Day Weekend. The 35th Annual Ostrich Egg Breakfast on Saturday, May 7, 2022 from 810 am or 10:3012:30 at the OKC Zoo. Feast on a smorgasbord of pancakes, waffles, scrambled hens’ eggs, bacon, sausage links, bagels, fruit, yogurt, juice, coffee and milk – all served by the best volunteers in OKC at the Zoo’s Devon Picnic Grounds. Brunch cocktails including mimosas with cranberry, orange or pineapple juice options and Bloody Marys will be available for purchase at the later Brunch Bunch session. The breakfast will be served by OZS board members, volunteers and chefs and is a fundraising event in sup port of the OKC Zoo. Advance reservations are required. Event tickets can be purchased online at okczoo.org. Tickets are also available by calling (405) 4250618 or inperson at the ZOOfriends Membership office located in the Zoo’s entry plaza during regular park hours. The Stanley Draper Award will be present ed to Debi Martin for her efforts in commu nity excellence and Marva Ellard will receive the Neal Hor ton Award for revital ization of downtown. This event sells out fast. Hurry for tickets or sponsorships by vis iting the Downtown OKC website.
SUMMER Summer FAMcamp First Americans Muse um is hosting FAM camps this June and July. FAMcamps will provide weeklong learning experiences for youth ages 513 in a uniquely Indigenous centered environment. From Stickball 101 and Indigenous Eats to Health Protectors, there is a FAMcamp for every child. The
FAMcamps are led by experienced educators and each thematic course will focus on arts and culture, health and wellness and STEM. FAMhouse hold member levels and above receive 10 percent off tuition. Scholarships and before and aftercare are available. Campers do not have to be First American to attend or receive scholarships. Learn more at famok.org/famcamp.
CANCELED deadCenter’s Season Premiere Party has been canceled on April 30 at Camp Trivera. deadCenter is working diligently to bring this event to life bigger and better in the future and will see you at upcoming events at the film fes‐ tival in June.
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and of Gold, the gorgeous drama produced in Oklahoma last fall, will host its world premiere at the 2022 Tribeca Film Festival in New York City this June. The film will screen at the Angelica Village East Cinema on June 14, 15, and 16. And, it will stream online as part of the Tribeca online platform June 16-26, offering access to people unable to make it to New York. After its festival run, the movie will be distributed by Warner Brothers and HBO Max. Land of Gold tells the story of Kiran, a firstgeneration Punjabi trucker and anxious father-to-be, who discovers Elena, a 10year-old undocumented Mexican-American, stowed away on his truck during a crosscountry trip. It’s a beautiful story about the intersection of two immigrants from different cultures trying to make it work in America. The Land of Gold script won the $1 million-dollar Grand Prize at the 2021 Tribeca/AT&T Untold Stories pitch competition. Land of Gold was produced in Oklahoma for three key reasons: the film rebate program, the diversity of landscapes, and a personal Oklahoma connection. The rebate offered by the state made Oklahoma competitive with other film and television production hubs like Georgia and New The Black Crowes Goo Goo Dolls Civic Center Music Hall: The Sleeping Beauty The Lion King Tim Allen Matilda Carousel
Mexico. The drastically different landscapes from the barren buttes of Gloss Mountain to the tree-lined streets of Tulsa allowed Oklahoma to stand in for several states written in the script. And, most importantly, producer Pallavi Sastry, who studied musical theater at OU and performed with Lyric Theatre before heading to Broadway, wanted to bring a project home to Oklahoma where she started her career. Sastry, who is both a producer and co-star of the movie, moved to New York after earning her degree from the Weitzenhoffer School of Musical Theatre. She landed several stage roles and appeared on many television shows, including Nurse Jackie, The Affair, Master of None, and a three-year recurring arc as Cameron on Blue Bloods. Wanting to drive more of her own projects, Pallavi and her sister Keertana Sastry, who is a casting director, launched a women-led production company called Team Access, offering access and visibility to underrepresented stories and storytellers. They met the writer of Land
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of Gold, Nardeep Khurmi, and decided that his was the perfect project to launch their company. Team Access led the successful pitch for the $1 million prize that funded Land of Gold. Nardeep Khurmi, the writer, director, and star of Land of Gold, is a filmmaker and actor from Philadelphia who studied at NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts, then trained with the Upright Citizens Brigade. Khurmi has appeared in several TV shows, including Keenan, Jane the Virgin and he voices more than 10 characters on the Disney animated show Mira, Royal Detective. Because Land of Gold was filmed here, more than 50 Oklahoma crew and cast members were able to work on this wonderful story, including Casady and NYU graduate Andy Johnson. Several Oklahoma film veterans took on leadership roles on the film, including Costume Designer Valerie Parker, Key Make-Up and Hair Shelly D’Apolito, Production Designer Kaitlyn Shelby, Location Scout Tami Murphy, Script Supervisor Amanda Rainey, and Gaffer (lighting) Elizabeth Drew. And, I was hired to manage the crew as the 1st Assistant Director. It was a wonderful production. And, now it’s another beautiful movie made in Oklahoma.
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CASADY From Page 1 south entrance gate on Britton Road in early June to use the parking lot for material storage during construction. The commission recommended that residents on Nichols Road be brought into the conversation to provide their thoughts on the pending construction traffic issues. Commissioners also recommended: •An officer/security personnel be used to direct traffic on Britton Road during the construction project. Traffic turning east onto Britton Road will need to be assisted by the officer. •Village Public Works should adjust the traffic light on Penn and Britton to accommodate the additional westbound traffic coming from Casady. •Casady should advise parents of other alternative routes through the school property. Bonfiglio agreed to have three lanes of traffic onto campus from Britton and leave Nichols Road open to two-way traffic unless Britton becomes congested and if that occurs Nichols Road can temporarily become two lanes, one way only southbound.
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The Loeffler Primary Division Building was first opened in 1969 and has served generations of families with an open floor plan suited to fulfill Casady’s Montessori-based mission. The expansion project includes four new classrooms, four outdoor classroom areas, a support room for visiting therapists and tutors, community meeting room for faculty, staff and parents, and an indoor morning court with windows. The building will feature 19,000 square feet when completed. ADG is the architect for the project with construction by Smith & Pickel. Members of the five-member traffic are safety commission are appointed to three-year terms by the Village city council. Current members include Michelle Dolan, Gary Patton, Marty Fulk, Barrett Davidson and Reed Greenhill. The commission meets once or twice each year to oversee traffic concerns, traffic control devises such as stop signs and no parking areas among other areas of concern. Council approves mutual cooperation agreement with OK County The council approved a mutual cooperation agreement with the Oklahoma County Board of Commissioners proposed by Oklahoma
Leadership and Legacy Award. Serving as honorary chairman for this vogue-inspired evening is Lee Allan Smith. Cochairmen are Ann and Burns Hargis and Elaine and Harrison Levy. “The imaginative
County District 1. The agreement provides the framework for obtaining assistance from the County for future street projects in The Village. “The City Council must make a formal request for assistance and ‘the Municipality shall, under the specific agreement, furnish to the County the funds to pay the Municipality’s share of the costs of labor, engineering, equipment and material’,” city manager Bruce Stone said in a memo to the council. “The exact meaning of this is unclear, but it seems to mean that the County could bear some of the costs of a project by agreement. “In a conversation with (District 1) Commissioner (Carrie) Blumert, it was mentioned the county could furnish the labor and equipment for projects if the city would pay for the costs of materials.” Stone said such an agreement would probably save money as the assumption is that the County labor, equipment, and mobilization costs would be less than by private contract. “However, this may not be the case and the quality of work as compared to a private contractor could also be an issue,” he said. “Most agreements with the county in the past have purely been cost sharing without the use of county equipment and labor.”
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TO: All interested parties. Take notice that April Dawn Bray has petitioned to change his/her name to April Maeve Dawn. A Hearing on said petition is set for 10:00 o’clock A.M. on the 11 day of May, 2022, before Judge Dishman at 10:00 am o’clock in his/her courtroom in the #315 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/J.Pulley By: DEPUTY (SEAL) (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, April 29, 2022) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA
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You are hereby notified that JoAnn Nocon has petitioned this Court to be appointed guardian of the person and the estate of the above-named minors Kyle Tescon Malonda and Angelica Bernadette Malonda, and that said Petition will be heard in the court room of Judge Kirby Room 223 in the Oklahoma County Courthouse at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma on the 7 day of June 2022, at 10:30 o’clock A.M. at which time you may appear and show cause if any, why said Petition should not be granted. WITNESS my hand and seal of said Court this 25 day of April, 2022. /s/ illegible signature JUDGE OF THE DISTRICT COURT (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, April 29, 2022) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA
NOTICE OF HEARING ON CHANGE ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME TO: All interested parties. Take notice that Elijah Gage Meksula has petitioned to change his/her name to Elijah Gage McBride. A Hearing on said petition is set for 11:00 o’clock A.M. on the 19 day of May, 2022, before Judge Timmons in his/her courtroom in the Oklahoma County Courthouse. Should you know of some reason why this change of name should not be allowed you must file a written protest in the above styled and numbered cause prior to the above date with the Clerk of this Court. Should you fail to do so, the petition for change of name will be granted as prayed. RICK WARREN, Court Clerk /s/illegible signature BY DEPUTY (SEAL) (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, April 29, 2022)
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NOTICE OF FILING PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME To Whom It May Concern: Take notice that (a) Sarah Huckabay, as next of friend of Atom William Hunter Kuntz-Huckabay has filed in the above court a Petition to have the minor child’s name changed as follows, towit: From (a) Atom Kuntz-Huckabay to (b) Atom Huckabay; and that the same will be heard by the Honorable Judge Timmons of Oklahoma County, in the County Courthouse, located at 321 Park Avenue, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73102, on the 19 day of May, 2022 at 11:00 o’clock a.m.; and that any person may file a written protest in the case, prior to the date set for hearing. ALETIA HAYNES TIMMONS CLERK/BAILIFF OF THE DISTRICT COURT RICK WARREN, Court Clerk (SEAL) By /s/illegible signature Deputy (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, April 29, 2022) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF
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NOTICE OF HEARING ON CHANGE ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME TO: All interested parties. Take notice that Haven AllenBeaver has petitioned to change his/her name to Haven Allen. A Hearing on said petition is set for 9:00 o’clock A.M. on the 16 day of June, 2022, before Judge Bonner in his/her courtroom in the Oklahoma County Courthouse. Should you know of some reason why this change of name should not be allowed you must file a written protest in the above styled and numbered cause prior to the above date with the Clerk of this Court. Should you fail to do so, the petition for change of name will be granted as prayed. RICK WARREN, Court Clerk /s/illegible signature By: DEPUTY (SEAL)
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Fuzz By Mary Roach Fuzz is an offbeat look at the daunting science of managing conflicts between humans and animals written by Mary Roach. She has already published over seven bestselling works, including Grunt with its look at the science of humans at war; Stiff, the Curious Lives of Human Cadavers, among other fascinating works, too numerous to mention. Roach has also written for the National Geographic and the New York Times Magazine. The message in this latest non-fiction book is for a compassionate co-existence in our changing animal and human worlds and habits. The first half of the book addresses animal crimes, murder and manslaughter, serial killing, aggravated assault, robbery and home invasions, grand theft and some body snatching by bears. Lesser gruesome acts by big cats, monkeys, bluebirds, Douglas firs and the final pages are less gruesome but have more numerous problems with vultures and gulls, who vandalize property for no apparent reason. She also writes of noncriminal acts that are not necessarily illegal, but the animals are following their instincts. They are just doing what animals do. Topics touch on the
brown bear antics in Aspen, Colorado, the huge problem of the big elephant in the rooms. Then, there is the situation of the birth control of feisty macaques. She gives a scientist’s view of the St. Peter’s Square debacle in 2017 when nuns were filling up the town and 80,000 Catholics and tourists tore up ½ acre of Easter floral displays. Killer trees also were becoming a nuisance and Roach tells all the bizarre facts. She has often been described as America’s funniest science writer for giving us a look at nature when it is forced to live by rules for humans. So, how does Fuzz fit in? Roach does seem partial to one-word titles. “Fuzz” lends itself to the police or could even been picked up in the 1960s when the hippies had long hair and the police had fuzz on the head. The use in this book seems to be assigned to those coping with forces of conflict. Short of locking these law-breaking animals up in the county jail, what can be done with them? Research does show that when there is a problem between wildlife and humans, the humans are more often the problem and yes, it is the hope that reading the book will make humans more aware of the need for compassionate co-existence in living with understanding for the needs and desires of all human and animal species when they are found side by side with quirky science. Thanks to Full Circle Book Store for sharing these books with FRIDAY Readers.
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Eighth annual Shine a Light Gala raised $280,000 for Sunbeam On April 14, the eighth annual Shine a Light Gala raised $280,000 for Sunbeam Family Services. The gala, which was cochaired by Ginny Bass Carl and Hillary Burkholder, shined a light on the growing needs across central Oklahoma – and how to light the way for all children and families. “The outpouring of generosity, support and compassion from guests at Shine was overwhelming and exceeded our expectations,” said Shine a Light Co-Chair Ginny Bass Carl. “Once again, our friends in the community step up and lift up their neighbors and those in need of our support. It just goes to show you how everyone can make a difference for children and families!”
The Masters of Ceremony for the evening were Bobbie Miller and Karl Torp with News 9. Speakers also included: Justin Brown, secretary of Oklahoma Human Services and Oklahoma Department of Human Services; Ginny Bass Carl, Shine a Light cochair; Sarah Rahhal, LCSW, Sunbeam chief executive officer; Alexandra Towler-Bliss, Sunbeam board member; Robert J. Ross, Sunbeam volunteer and Mike Turpen, Sunbeam volunteer. Each year, Sunbeam recognizes honorees with the Aspire Award, an honor bestowed upon community change-makers who have made a significant difference in the lives of children and families. During the evening, Sunbeam recognized
Roger and Phyllis Stong as its 2022 Aspire Award recipients for their tireless support of Sunbeam’s mission of building brighter futures with all children and families. “It was an honor to be part of an event that raised critical dollars for Sunbeam Family Services that will be used to fulfill their mission to build brighter futures with all children and families,” said Burkholder. “Oklahoma City is lucky to have such an incredible organization that serves the whole family, and it was wonderful to see so many from the community enthusiastically showing their support at the Shine a Light Gala.” Shine a Light sponsors include: Radiant Sponsors: Inasmuch
Foundation and Roger and Phyllis Stong. Brilliant Sponsors: Express Employment Professionals, Nedra Funk, Kirsten and David Griffin, Jenny and Lincoln McElroy, McLaughlin Family Foundation, Mercedes-Benz of Oklahoma City, Ric and Jennie Penner and Total Environment. Since 1907, Sunbeam has been at the forefront of supporting children and families in Central Oklahoma. Thanks to generous support from the community, Sunbeam also supports Oklahoman's mental health and wellbeing; provides safe, loving homes for children in foster care and connect families with resources. To learn more about Sunbeam, visit sfsok.org or call (405) 609-2311.
Hospitality industry, legislators gather for tasting showcase Members of the Oklahoma Restaurant Association, Oklahoma Hotel & Lodging Association and Oklahoma Travel Industry Association came together on April 20, to host Oklahoma’s annual Hospitality Day at the Oklahoma State Capitol and “A Tasteful Affair” Legislative Reception at the Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark. The day’s events give hospitality leaders a chance to discuss with legislators about key legislation supporting the industry and the importance of supporting Oklahoma’s hospitality industry, reminding them of its position as a driving force in Oklahoma’s economy. Overall, the industry generates significant tax revenues, provides jobs for hundreds of thousands of Oklahomans and gives time and
money back to communities. “It’s a pleasure every year to visit with legislators about Oklahoma’s hospitality industry,” said Jim Hopper, CEO of the Oklahoma Restaurant Association. “Our industry is still struggling with the effects of the pandemic through supply chain and labor shortages, and lost revenue from being limited in our operations during parts of 2020. It’s important we continue to share our industry’s status with the Oklahoma legislature in order to continue down the road to recovery.” Approximately 400 legislators, state leaders and industry professionals gathered safely at the Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark. Twenty-eight of Oklahoma’s exceptional restaurants and breweries showcased their culi-
nary and beverage tastings. Tasting Participants: 84 Hospitality Anthem Brewing Company Boulevard Steakhouse / Sparrow Cafe 501 Community Coffee Co. COOP Ale Works Dead Armadillo Craft Brewing Gopuram Taste of India Iron Monk Brewing Co. Lively Beerworks Marshall Brewing Co Milo at the Ellison Ned's Catering / Ned's Starlite Lounge Omni Oklahoma City Pete's Place Prairie Artisan Ales Rudy's BBQ Running Wild Catering Santa Fe Cattle Co. Skirvin Hilton Hotel Steak the Experience Sushi Neko The Jones Assembly The Kitchen by B&B Catering Urban Management Inc. Vanessa House Beer Co.
Locally-owned Business Directory Debbie South RE/MAX Preferred 9520 N. May, Suite 110 Oklahoma City, OK 73120 Office: (405) 751-4848 debbiesouth.com
Nancy Farha’s 9205 N. Pennsylvania Casady Square The Village, OK 73120 (405) 775-0404 nancyfarha.com
Full Circle Bookstore 1900 NW Expressway Oklahoma City, OK 73118 (405) 842-2900 (800) 683-READ
Journey Quilt Company T-shirt Quilts 16516 N. Penn Ave. Edmond OK 73012 (405) 340-0444 journeyquilts.com
Swiss Cleaners @ Laundry 3737 NW 50th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73112 (405) 946-0629 Junior’s Supper Club 2601 NW Expressway Oil Center Building (405) 848-5597 juniorsokc.com Boutique One 6478 Avondale Dr. Nichols Hill Plaza (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
23rd Street Antiques 3023 NW 23rd. (405) 947-3800 Oklahoma City, OK 73107 Antiques23.com Concordia Life Plan Community 7707 W. Britton Rd. Oklahoma City, OK 73132 (405) 720-7200 concordiaseniorliving.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 Home Care Assistance of Oklahoma 323 S. Blackwelder Ave. Edmond, OK 73034 (405) 277-0035 homecareassistance.com Mary’s Maid Service 7009 NW 53rd St. Bethany, OK 73008 (405) 728-1805 marysmaidokcity.com
Moorman's Distinctive Carpets and Area Rugs 3835 NW 63rd St. Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 848-4888 moormanscarpetsoklahomacity.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 State Farm Insurance Gary Baccus 16145 N. May Ave. Edmond, Ok 73013 (405) 844-6300 Garybaccus.com
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 McBride Orthopedic Clinic 9600 Broadway Ext. Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 486-2530 mcboh.com CK & Co. 6429 Avondale Dr. Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 843-7636 ckandcompany.com Chickasaw Community Bank 909 S. Meridian Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73108 (405) 946-2265 ccb.bank Quail Creek Bank 12201 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 755-1000 quailcreek.bank
We Pay Fast 2239 NW 39th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73112 (800) 937-2932 wepayfast.com
First Fidelity Bank 6404 Avondale, Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 416-2222 Website: ffb.com
Cindi Shelby, Stylist Lela Rose & Pearl by Lela Rose 333 W. Wilshire Blvd., Ste. F Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 830-1138
Mathnasium of North OKC The Math Learning Center 14101 N. May, Suite 106 Oklahoma City, OK 73134 mathnasium.com/northokc (405) 412-8758
Quail Plaza Barber Shop 10940 N. May Ave. (495) 751-2126
Denner Roofing Co. LLC 6608 N. Western Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 848-4411 dennerroofing.com
All About Travel, Ltd. 6104 Northwest 63 Oklahoma City, OK 73132 (405) 384-3880 www.allabout-travel.com
Beef Jerky Emporium 810 W Danforth (next to Hobby Lobby) Edmond, OK (405) 359-8200
Pirates Alley Picture Frames 2733 W. Britton Road (405)751-4395 1700 NW 23 (405) 525-0091 piratesalleyokc.com
Norwalk Furniture & Design 12100 N. May OKC, OK 73120 (405) 919-3847
Papa Dios 10712 N May, Suite D Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 755-2255 papadiosokc.com
First Source Real Estate Residential Sales 12020 N. Penn Ave. OKC, OK 73120 (405) 236-4747 Michael Biddinger Real Estate Commercial Sales, Management 12020 N. Penn Ave. OKC, OK 73120 (405) 236-4747
Balliets 6443 Avondale Dr. Nichols Hills, OK 73116 (405) 848-7811 Balliets.com
James B. Lowe, DDS 2821 NW 58th Oklahoma City, OK 73112 (405) 848-3535
Deer Clan Books 3905 N. College Ave. Bethany, OK 73008 (405) 495-9005 deerclanbooks@gmail.com
BancFirst 6200 Waterford Blvd Oklahoma City, OK 73118 (405) 270-1622 Bancfirst.bank
Covenant Brothers 5900 Mosteller Dr. No. 7 Oklahoma City, OK 73112 (405) 842-4671 covbros.com
J. Holland Photography 1130 W. 15th St. Edmond, OK 73013 (405) 341-5088 jhollandphotography.com
Britton Feed & Seed 708 W. Britton Rd. Oklahoma City, OK 73114 (405) 842-5590 britton-feed-seed.hub.biz
Justin Beasley, DDS 4600 W Memorial Rd. Oklahoma City, OK 73142 (405) 755-5400 drbeasley.com
First Liberty Bank 9601 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 608-4500 myfirstliberty.com
The Adult Clinic at Hearts for Hearing 11500 N. Portland Ave. OKC, OK 73120 (405) 548-4335
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OPINION O UR S TAND “And you shall know the truth and the truth shall make you free.” John 8:32 (quoting Jesus). The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is that good men do nothing.” – Edmund Burke paraphrase, 1767. If you want it in the paper, it’s advertising. If you don’t want it in the paper, it’s news.” – Ancient Chinese Proverb. “Without, or with, offense to friends or foes, We sketch your world exactly as it goes.” – Byron, 1818. “Every violation of truth is a stab at the health of human society.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson, 1878. “We must always stand – alone if necessary – as the conscience of this community.” – J. Leland Gourley, 1959.
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Kari draws 13,000 at Memorial Marathon T
here is nothing Kari Watkins can’t do in spectacular fashion. After the Oklahoma City Bombing on April 19, 1995, a fledgling 350 member Memorial Task Force, which was under the direction of Bob Johnson and Karen Luke, started searching for a way that recognized those who were killed, those who survived and those who were forever changed by the trauma.
Committee member Polly Nichols said that Kari was the one to handle the enormous responsibility to bring the community together and build a first-class memorial so that we always remember, learn, and teach. She became the first staff member in 1996. When they started 27 years ago, there was no precedent, no blue print for building a community memorial, said Polly.
In MY Opinion by VICKI CLARK GOURLEY vicki@okcfriday.com
The National Park Service said no memorial should be built until 50 years after the event. They were wrong and committee members and Kari plunged ahead to find a design and build the memorial. Today as President and CEO of the Oklahoma City National Memorial, the marathon she started brought 13,000 runners to
Oklahoma City to run to remember. Kari’s creativity knows no bounds. If for some reason you have not toured the memorial in the past few years, You need to go. It is the first place I take my friends and acquaintances when they visit OKC. I have already been three times this year for the tour. I am as moved as my visitors are by
the museum timeline which starts with a recording of the water board meeting. Then you hear the explosion. As you continue your walk through the museum local television news casts play from that morning. Videos of the heroic rescuers always move me to tears. Their bravery and the participation of OKC residents to bring food and supplies to them, later became known as the Oklahoma Standard. Under Kari’s direction the Memorial has expanded and has interactive computers for young people to learn the
many life lessons which resulted from the bombing. The Memorial Marathon is the icing on the cake to use an old-fashion expression. Who would ever think that 13,000 runners from all over the world would participate in a marathon in OKC. The financial benefits of that number of visitors is astounding, but thousands touring the museum and seeing the horrible affects of violence is perhaps the life changing lesson for many. Kari you are amazing and have changed us forever.
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Oklahoma City FRIDAY, Friday, April 29, 2022, Page 11
United Way
- Photos by Rose Lane
Above: The winner of the Ray Ackerman Leadership Award David J. Schroeder with his family, from left, Kaity Dye, Eleanor Dye, Bridget Dye, Nevonna Schroeder, Dr. David Schroeder, Taryn Dye and Zoe Dye. At right: The Richard H. Clements Lifetime Achievement Award winner Mark Funke and his wife Beverly. Clayton I. Bennett was the recipient of the John and Berta Faye Rex Community Builder Award.
OSSAA From Page 1 “We are grateful for the outpouring of support from our school community as we pivot to this exciting new era.” Sheldon said. The Casady website has additional information including the history of the SPC, facts and information regarding the OSSAA, specific FAQs, the school’s athletics philosophy and goals, the original video announcement by Sheldon and Chairman of the Board Jenee Lister and each of the four impact areas that directed the resolution to pursue application to join the OSSAA — casady.org/athleticconference-affiliation.
Community leaders honored at Snowflake Gala During the United Way’s Snowflake Gala, community leaders and the annual campaign total of $17,842,243 were celebrated. Above: United Way President and CEO Debby Hampton with Campaign Co-Chairmen David and Aimee Harlow and Board Chairman Sherri Lance. At left: Susan Agel and Lexi Skaggs. At far left: David and Lana Lopez.
Oklahoma City FRIDAY, Friday, April 29, 2022, Page 12
Western Heritage Awards/Boys and Girls Clubs
Western Heritage Awards kick-off with cocktail party
- Photos by Fran Kozakowski
At the cocktail party the evening before the Western Heritage Awards are: From left, above, Erin Williamson, Nancy Lee Hess, Tracey Hanshew and Jon Jinings; and at right, Wade and Darla Carter, Tom Tomlinson, Barbara Lasater, Donna Cunningham and Harold Clark. Kurt Russell was inducted into Hall of Great Western Performers and “Yellowstone” actor Moses Brings Plenty was the emcee.
Above: Carleen and Jerry Burger. At left: Ginger Friess, Polly Friess, Lynn Friess, Sarah Friess and Cathy Keating.
Boys & Girls Clubs of OK County celebrate Champions of Youth
Mark McCubbin, Clay and Jamie Farha and Teresa Rose. During the Boys and Girls Clubs of Oklahoma County Champions of Youth Celebration, the Farhas were awarded Aubrey K. McClendon Lifetime Achievement Award.
- Photos by Rose Lane
Amy Hill and Misty Copeland flank the Arnall Family Foundation’s Sue Ann Arnall, the recipient of the Community Champion of Youth Award.
At left: Wiley Hugos and Jordan and Annie Jordanov.
Below, left: Brandon and Lauden Field. Below right: Preston and Darci Choi and Sydney and Chris.
Tim McLaughlin and Oklahoma City Public School Superintendent Sean McDaniel talk collaboration during the Champions of Youth event.