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Village hopes to be more walkable
By Eric Oesch Staff Writer
Village City Manager
Dave Slezickey wants to make the city more walkable with ideas to connect all six city parks and two grocery stores through a network of sidewalks.
Slezickey shared his vision during his city manager report to the City Council last week.
The Village has a little over $3 million approved by voters in a 2022 GO Bond ballot for sidewalk enhancements in the 2.5 square-mile suburb of Oklahoma City. This project is to be the first for the 2022
GO Bonds.
Slezickey explained the project provides a new north/south sidewalk corridor along
Sunnymeade Avenue, offering an alternative to May and Penn for walkers. A second new sidewalk corridor run-
Taking a walk in the Civic Plaza in The Village are, from left, Lenea, Corban and Cameron Satchell. By connecting all six city parks and its two grocery stores, it is hoped that The Village becomes more walkable.
28 of our students achieve Merit semifinalist status
By Rose Lane Editor
Twenty-eight Fridayland students are among the more than 16,000 across the nation who have been named semifinalists in the 70th Annual National Merit Scholarship Program.
These academically-talented high school seniors have an opportunity to continue in the competition for some 6,970 National Merit Scholarships worth nearly $26 million which are to be offered next spring. To be considered for a Merit Scholarship award, semifinalists must fulfill several requirements to advance to the finalist level of the competition.
About 95 percent of the semifinalists are expected to attain finalist standing and approximately half of the finalists will win a National Merit Scholarship, earning the Merit Scholar title.
Our semifinalists, listed by high school, are:
ning east/west along Carlton Avenue provides an option other
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Sister Cities to honor three with Global Visions
Three well-known
Oklahomans — Charles W.
Grim, D.D.S., M.H.S.A., Dr. Randy Kluver and Lopez Dorada — are to receive Global Vision awards presented by Sister Cities International Oklahoma City on Nov. 22,
beginning at 11:15 a.m. at the Embassy Suites at the OU Medical Center.
Sister Cities International OKC Board of Directors voted unanimously to expand the Global Achievement awards to reflect the continued growth of
Oklahoma City as a national leader in global cooperation at the municipal level, promoting cultural understanding and stimulating economic development.
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Midori kicks off OKCPHIL season
Oklahoma City Philharmonic welcomes famed violinist Midori to kick off the 2024-25 season on Sept. 21 at 8 p.m.
Midori is a visionary artist, activist and educator who explores and builds connections between music and the human experience. In the four decades since her debut with the New York Philharmonic at age 11, the “simply magical” (Houston Chronicle) violinist has performed with many of the world’s most prestigious orchestras and has collaborated with world-renowned musicians including Leonard Bernstein, Yo-Yo Ma, and many others.
Midori is the newly appointed artistic director of Ravinia Steans Music Institute’s Piano & Strings program and
oversees the program beginning in summer 2024.
OKCPHIL’s Music Director
Alexander Mickelthwate is to lead a pre-concert lecture at 7 p.m. before the concert. There is to be entertainment in the lobby by Spotlight School, Classen SAS High School at Northeast.
“Midori is a world-renowned violinist,” said Alexander Mickelthwate, OKCPHIL Music Director. “The performance will feature the iconic Violin Concerto in D Minor by Sibelius, and Shostakovich’s remarkable 5th Symphony. I know our audiences will be thrilled with what they hear as we begin our 36th fabulous season.”
For more information, visit okcphil.org.
Deer Creek High School — Tyler Afonien, Nityant Chandupatia, Jemay Leow, Emri Lindley and Edward Ma.
Casady School — Umer Ahmad, Robert Evans, Grey Guzzy, Ishaa Mehta, Krish Patel, Samuel Rhoades, Humza Saif, James Sun and Audrey Wang.
Classen School of Advanced StudiesAiden K. Brown, Carina K. Chen and Sabrina M. Smith.
Crossings Christian School — Parker Bryan, Barron Clark, John Kreger and Katherine Linkous.
Harding Charter Preparatory High School
Matthew Albers, Samantha Ardrey and Maxwell Barnes.
Heritage Hall — Turner W. Hadrava.
Bishop McGuinness Catholic High School
Coffey Collier and Benjamin Willis.
Mount St. Mary Catholic High School — Julian Byrne.
FRIDAY’s
Baby of the Week
Sosie just celebrated her 1/2 birthday, has two new teeth, and is loving eating new foods. Her favorite thing is outside and watering the plants with Mommy. Her best friends are moms Callie and Rachel Ware.
Email Baby and Pet of the Week submissions to rose@okcfriday.com.
Above: Pi Phi event Cochairmen Shelley Kays, Lauren Ferguson and Carrie Leonard.
The Pi Phis hosted a Date Party at the Jones Assembly. The event benefited Positive Tomorrows. Above: Vicki Kembel, Kathy Quigley, President Marni Hall and Andrea Jones. Members of the Date Party Committee included Courtney Hammond, Elizabeth Jordan, Ashley Kniffen, Callie Merritt, Hillary Neaves, Amy Patrick, Laila Rahmanzadeh, Abby Rhodes, Riley Ufolla, Alise Wagner and Meredith Woods. Pi Phis host party
Chapel Hill UMC, Boy Scout Troop 168 celebrate 60 years of partnership
BSA Troop 168 celebrated 60 years of partnership with its chartering organization Chapel Hill United Methodist.
Current and previous members of the Troop led two Scout-themed services with the pastor and congregants. After the second service, the troop hosted lunch for 150 members, current and returning Scouts and leaders. Troop members decorated the Great Hall with tents, photo albums and memorabilia covering six decades of scouting.
“Chapel Hill has been incredibly supportive of Troop 168 over the past 60 years, positively impacting the lives of 2800 scouts, including 265 who achieved the prestigious rank of Eagle Scout,” said Carly Wegener Wilson, Troop 168 Committee chairman. “We are incredibly grateful for the church's commitment to Troop 168 and look forward to continuing our partnership for 60 more years.”
Above: Hayden Michael Tribbey, the newest Eagle Scout with Troop 168 and his parents Carly and Tim Wilson.
At right: David McCombs, Jack Pierce, Matthew Fry, Adam Fry and Ryan Fry pass the offering plate during services at Chapel Hill United Methodist Church.
Present scouts and leaders of Troop 168 during the 60th anniversary celebration at Chapel Hill United Methodist Church.
Hatfield is new OKCMOA Board of Trustees chairman
The Oklahoma City Museum of Art (OKCMOA) announced the appointment of Suzette Hatfield as its new board chairman, in addition to six community leaders who have joined its board of trustees.
“The Oklahoma City Museum of Art is in an exciting period of growth, and we are thrilled to have Suzette’s strong and passionate leadership at the helm,” said Michael Anderson, OKCMOA president and CEO. “She is a fierce advocate for the arts who will guide us in our mission of enriching lives through the visual arts.”
Hatfield has supported OKCMOA for more than 20 years. She joined the board of
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trustees in 2005 and has since served as chairman of the Collections Management Committee (2007-2010) and chairman of the Education Committee (2015-2022). Together with her husband Kim, Hatfield chaired the museum’s Renaissance Ball fundraiser in 2009. The couple also served as sponsorship chairs for the ball in 2008.
“The Oklahoma City Museum of Art is a treasure not only to our community, but to me personally, and I am deeply honored to serve as its next board chair,” said Hatfield. “I
Charles W. Grim, D.D.S., M.H.S.A. Chickasaw Nation Department of Health is to receive the Global Vision Lifetime Achievement Award. Grim is the secretary of health for the Chickasaw Nation located in Ada. He serves as the executive in charge of the Chickasaw Nation Department of Health (CNDH) that provides health care for a patient population that exceeds 90,000 in a 13-county tribal service area and come from communities throughout the United States. Prior to joining CNDH, Dr. Grim served for 10 years in various leadership roles for the
look forward to working alongside our dedicated trustees and exceptional staff to expand OKCMOA’s impact and share the transformative power of art.”
Hatfield succeeds Julie Hall and Meg Salyer who remain on the museum’s Executive Committee as copast chairmen.
Additionally, six new board members were elected to each serve a three-year term, bringing diverse backgrounds in marketing, finance and business strategy. Listed below, their collective expert-
Cherokee Nation health system located in Tahlequah, ultimately serving as its executive director. Prior to that, he held a 26-year career with the Indian Health Service (IHS) headquartered in Rockville, Md. and was ultimately appointed by President George W. Bush and received unanimous Senate confirmation as the director in 2002. As the Director of IHS, Dr. Grim administered the nationwide multi-billion dollar health care delivery program that provides preventative, curative and community health care to approximately 1.9 million American Indian and Alaska Natives.
Dr. Randy Kluver, associate provost and dean of OSU Global Oklahoma State University is the recipient of the Global
ise will be instrumental in moving OKCMOA forward as the leading arts nonprofit in Oklahoma City.
Jacquelyn Berney, president, VI Marketing & Branding; Katherine Cunning-
Vision Leadership Award. Kluver is the associate provost and dean of Oklahoma State University Global, professor in the School of Media and Strategic Communication, and the Don and Cathey Humphreys Endowed Chair in Global Studies in the School of Global Studies. As the senior international officer at OSU, Dr. Kluver has led transformational change in the university’s global positioning and outreach and has revitalized the university’s global outreach and engagement. Dr. Kluver led the university’s efforts in its pioneering effort to resettle Afghan refugees in Oklahoma. In addition, Dr. Kluver is an internationally recognized expert on Asian political communication, geopolitics, and
ham, marketing and communications manager, SSM Health; Aubrey McDermid, assistant city manager, City of OKC; Fawn Sachleben, Oklahoma City Market president, Stride Bank; Erik
new media studies. He has published five books and scores of journal articles on globalization, new media studies, soft power, and Asian politics.
Lopez Dorada is the Global Vision Award nominee. Dorada is a principle supplier to McDonald’s Corporation for premium all-beef patties, sliced Canadian style bacon, precooked premium pork sausage patties, chicken patties and chicken nuggets. Dorada also supplies a range of fully cooked products for the retail and food service industry. Customers include Starbucks and Tyson to name a few.
Dorada employs more than 1,900 people in Oklahoma, North Carolina and Iowa and operates four state-of-the-art
is the new chairman of the Oklahoma
of
Board of Trustees.
Salazar, budget execution manager for Flight Standards Service, Federal Aviation Administration; and Suzanne Symcox, executive vice president and chief administrative officer, First Fidelity Bank.
food processing facilities. Dorada produces more than 2.5 million pounds of food products each day. Dorada is the largest Latino-owned meat manufacturer in the United States.
“At our core, Sister Cities OKC International recognizes, celebrates, and magnifies the catalytic power of people-topeople interaction through mutual respect, understanding, and cooperation—one individual, one community at a time,” organizers said.
“Sister Cities International OKC recognizes private citizens, municipal officials, business leaders and businesses for conducting long term programs of mutual benefit with our sister cities and promoting our mission to ‘Connect globally, thrive locally.’”
Suzette Hatfield
City Museum
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than Hefner Road and Britton Road.
The sidewalk project provides pedestrian access to all six city parks, as well as the city’s two grocers –Uptown Market, 9515 N. May Ave., and Walmart Neighborhood Market, 9300 N. Pennsylvania Ave. The project also adds sidewalk improvements to the neighborhoods south of Britton Road.
The project could include a pedestrian bridge at Britton Road and the Lake Hefner Parkway to connect The Village with the nearly 100 miles of bike trails on the Oklahoma City trails system.
“We are working this (pedestrian bridge plan) through the Association of Central Oklahoma Governments, Oklahoma City and the Oklahoma
Department of Transportation,” said Slezickey.
“Although this area is not within our city limits, it provides benefit for The Village, Oklahoma City and Nichols Hills.”
Meanwhile, a mile and a half east of The Village, Oklahoma City’s $1.6 million investment for street enhancements, resurfacing and increased parking in the Britton District is getting attention from Village officials who expect the improvements to continue to spread west toward The Village, making sidewalk access important.
“These sidewalks can provide our residents’ access to better health by walking or cycling instead of driving,” said Slezickey. “They will also increase sustainability for access to parks and recreational areas.
“Our goal is to make the village more walkable,” he said. “We want
our residents and visitors to be able to walk around our community, meet neighbors and other residents while increasing health.”
The city council and city manager have scheduled an Oct. 14 planning retreat to begin a strategic and long-term vision plan.
The last strategic plan, entitled the Village Vision, was approved by the council in 2017. The plan included sidewalks and a new city center.
“I think our future projects will look at improving access to the site of the
new YMCA (near the intersection of Hefner Road and Pennsylvania Avenue) and trying to make the Village Drive pedestrian accessible,” Slezickey said. “We want to work alongside the Hawthorn Village HOA that has the walking trail adjacent to the Civic Plaza, and work to connect our northeast boundaries to Lake Hefner.
“It seems like yesterday, but we’ve made a lot of progress,” said Slezickey. “Our planning retreat will set new goals for us to work toward.”
Casady School’s 2024
National Merit Semifinalists: (left to right) Ishaa Mehta, Krish Patel, Umer Ahmad, Humza Saif, James Sun, Grey Guzzy, Robert Evans and Samuel Rhoades. Former student Audrey Wang also earned the distinction.
CALENDAR
FUNDRAISERS
Oct. 3 • Wreath of Hope
In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, YWCA Oklahoma City will host the 16th Annual Wreath of Hope Ceremony on Oct. 3, at 10 am on the south lawn of the Oklahoma State Capitol. The Wreath of Hope Ceremony brings survivors, state agencies, domestic violence service providers and community partners together to show their support for domestic violence victims and their families. Please contact Brandon Pasley at bpasley@ywcaokc.org with any questions.
Oct. 4 • ARTonTAP
Oklahoma City Museum of Art’s beloved beer festival is turning 21. ARTonTAP features your favorite Oklahomabased breweries, light bites, live entertainment and unparalleled skyline views from the Capital Distributing Roof Terrace Beer Garden. Tickets are $50 for member and $65 for nonmembers available at okcmoa.com.
CONCERTS
Sept. 26 • Hozier Hozier is bringing his historic Unreal Unearth Tour to the
Through Jan. 6 • Colors of Freedom
Oklahoma Contemporary and Sooner Hope’s exhibition presents a collection of artworks created by young Ukrainians who want to share their fears, hopes, and dreams with the world. Sooner Hope is a community of Ukrainian expats and compassionate Oklahomans, suppor ti ng communi ti es across Ukraine. Sooner Hope also supports the extraordinary talent of young ar ti sts from Zaporizhzhia and other cities who are bringing hope and inspiration to the world. More info at oklahomacontemporary.org.
Paycom Center along with special guest Allison Russel, 8 pm.
THIS WEEKEND
Sept. 22 • India Arts Festival
Experience the culture of India during the annual India Food & Arts Festival hosted at Scissortail Park. Dine on authentic Indian food from all different regions of India, while shopping for clothes and jewel
ry from several cultural stalls throughout the event. There will be dance perform
ances including Bolly
wood, classical tem
ple and folk dancing as well as a fashion show, live music and traditional art shows. Don't forget to visit the artists' zone, full of activities where guests of all ages will learn traditional Indi
an
fts and art forms. Festival is from 11 am to 9 pm.
Send calendar events to jennifer@okcfriday.com
Adam Hampton On Top
Adam Hampton, one of Oklahoma’s busiest and most talented actors and filmmakers, recently won a nationwide screenplay competition that will completely fund and produce his next movie called The Waif. Hampton beat out hundreds of screenwriters from across the country to win the award valued at more than one million dollars.
The Kinolime Screenplay Competition launched in November of last year to draw attention to the importance of good screenwriting. A fund was set up and the contest was managed in multiple rounds. Kinolime community members were asked to read, review, and narrow down the 600 submitted screenplays to the top 30, then the top 10. Industry experts, which included producers, directors, and agents, were brought in to pick the top 3 from the top 10. Then the Kinolime community members voted on the winner.
The Waif, Hampton’s winning screenplay, is a horror film about a man who returns to his cabin in the woods and encounters a mysterious woman and her twisted family. The frightening story resonated with readers from the beginning. Hampton entered the
top 10 in the number one spot and never slipped. Now that Hampton has won, he will work with the Kinolime team to produce his film. You can follow or check in on the production by reading the Kinolime blog at kinolime.com.
Adam Hampton is a Dale native who attended East Central University in Ada on a full English scholarship. While there, he was asked to write a screenplay for his best friend, Jason Alexander, a budding film director in Mass Communication. Their student film attracted likeminded friends and fellow students Kenny Pitts and Chad Matthews. Together, they formed Outsiders Productions.
Since that auspicious beginning, Adam Hampton and his friends at Outsiders Productions have created several short films, a super hero feature called The Unusual Calling of Charlie Christmas, and a web series called Rough Cut about the trials and tribulations of small-town filmmakers. All of their work has been highly awarded by film festivals across the coun-
try. But their greatest triumph as a team has been their Emmy-winning television series Play It Loud, created in partnership with Grand Casino. Play It Loud follows Hampton as he interviews outstanding musicians from across Oklahoma. Launched in 2018, the series has filmed 29 episodes across 8 seasons and introduced great Oklahoman musicians to thousands of new fans. The series has been nominated for four Heartland Emmy awards and won three for episodes featuring Levi Parnum, Jabee, and Wade Hayes. You can watch the Play It Loud episodes online at www.grandresortok.com/playitloud. Hampton is equally successful as an actor, with 38 roles since 2005. He played the abusive antagonist in Charlie Christmas, the introspective film director in Rough Cut and leading roles in Gremlin, The Harvesters, The Jurassic Games, 90 Feet from Home, Out of Exile, What Rhymes with Reason, and Hell Hath No Fury Adam Hampton is one of the most thoughtful writers, insightful filmmakers, willing collaborators, and enthusiastic supporters of fellow Oklahoma filmmakers. Congratulations on this gigantic honor. It could not have happened to a nicer guy.
October Happenings at the OKC Zoo
Enjoy another BOO-tiful month at the OKC Zoo! October kicks off fall with Haunt the Zoo for Halloween, the Chomp and Stomp enrichment event, and more.
The spooky season is almost here, which means it’s time again for the Zoo’s annual pumpkin drive. From Saturday, Sept, 28 through Friday, Oct. 4, guests bringing a pumpkin larger than their head to the OKC Zoo will receive half off their same-day general admission ticket. Pumpkins brought and donated will be used to decorate the OKC Zoo for the
41th annual Haunt the Zoo.
Haunt the Zoo, Oklahoma’s largest and longest-running Halloween tradition is a trick-or-treat experience as costumed fans can enjoy all the sweets surrounded by the Zoo’s wondrous wildlife. Trickor-treaters will discover originally themed photo booths with elaborate decorations and props along the Haunt the Zoo trail as they collect goodies from friendly volunteers. Show off your festive best and wear your Halloween costume to Haunt the Zoo. Adults are encouraged to dress up, too, but nothing too scary.
Haunt the Zoo occurs Saturdays and Sundays, Oct. 5 - 27. Trick-ortreating is available each day from 9 am to 4 pm.
General Zoo admission or ZOOfriends memberships plus, official Haunt the Zoo treat bags are required to trick-or-treat and must be purchased in advance. Official trick-or-treat bags are $8/bag (or $7/bag for ZOOfriends members). To purchase tickets, visit okczoo.org/htz.
Haunt the Zoo goers can also experience other Zoo attractions including giraffe, flamingo and lori-
keet feedings, a ride on the tram or carousel and more while at the Zoo. Tickets for these attractions may be limited and can be purchased in advance or on-site.
The Oklahoma City Zoo is needing volunteers to help with this year’s spooktacular celebration, Haunt the Zoo occurring Saturdays and Sundays, Oct. 5 - 27. Volunteers must be 14 or older and any volunteer under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. This volunteer opportunity is ideal for individuals and families plus, civic, school and corporate groups.
Happy birthday Joe!
Joe Pointer marked a milestone birthday in a unique way, celebrating his 81st birthday at the Oklahoma City Zoo alongside his family. The day kicked off with a special experience as Joe and his loved ones were invited to feed the zoo’s tortoises and giraffes, adding an exciting and personal touch to the celebration. After the animal encounters, the group enjoyed a luxurious three-course meal prepared by the zoo's in-house chef, offering a delightful mix of flavors to complement the day's festivities. The event was not just a celebration of Joe’s life but also a wonderful family day filled with memorable moments in the heart of the city’s favorite wildlife attraction. “It was a fantastic day,” said Joe. “Celebrating with family, surrounded by nature, made this birthday one we’ll never forget.” From left: Back row, Richard Parry, Daniel Tallbear, Bill Tallbear , Kathleen Tallbear, Katarina Pfeiffer, Jonathan Pfeiffer, Gayle Parry, Colin Pointer, Kristi Pointer, Isa Durham, Anja Durham and Jennifer Durham; and front row, Dr. Bill Parry, Jordyn Tallbear, Natalie Tallbear, Karsyn Tallbear, Nicholas Pointer, Joe Pointer, Joseph Durham and Mary Blankenship Pointer.
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Marshall students volunteer for four community service projects in honor of 9/11
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tudents in the Career & Technology Family and Community Leaders of Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) and the Spanish Club volunteered for four community service initiatives to honor those who lost their lives in the 9/11 attacks and to show appreciation for veterans and emergency responders for the 9/11 Day of Service and Remembrance. Their first project was to collect local oral histories. Youth interviewed local community members to collect and record oral histories about 9/11, based on their personal recollections. Students then prepared memory books to share the information collected to demonstrate the Oklahoma Standard. The Oklahoma Standard is a statewide initiative preserving and promoting a culture of
caring citizens by encouraging Acts of Service, Honor, and Kindness.
The second project involved our students making pillowcases and writing letters and cards to veterans for OK Veterans Hospital, Packages4Patriots and emergency responders.
The third project was where our students made tags, toys and encouraging cards for children in crisis for the following organizations: Ryan's Case for Smiles, Classroom Central, Post it Love,
Comfort Bears in a Catastrophe and Cards for Hospitalized Kids, and Pajaro Valley Loaves & Fishes.
The last project was called Go Green. Our students picked up trash and recycled it when possible. They also planted flowers for pollinators to help build habitats.
These efforts aimed to foster greater awareness, pride, and empathy for those who serve and protect the nation and support the families and communities in which we live.
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OIL & GAS MINERAL AUCTION
by
for
3rd
2024, at 10:00 AM, in
Courtroom of Judge Aletia Haynes Timmons, District Judge, Room 201, at the Oklahoma County Courthouse, 321 Park Avenue, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and that you may then and there appear and establish ownership of said personal property.
/s/Jeffrey Ray Sabin, OBA #32108 301 N. Harvey Avenue, Suite 200 Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73102 (405) 232-4606 (Phone) jeffsabin@econlaw.com
ATTORNEY FOR THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE
PROBATE
(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, September 20, 2024; Friday, September 27, 2024) IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY, STATE OF OKLAHOMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Joshua James Copper DECEASED DISTRICT COURT NO: PB-2024-1209 STATE OF OKLAHOMA } } SS. COUNTY OF OKLAHOMA } NOTICE OF HEARING PETITION FOR LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION
Notice is hereby given that on the 10 day of September, 2024, ____ Filed in the District Court of the County of Oklahoma and State of Oklahoma, a Petition praying for Letters of Administration to be issued to Destiny Kimberly Copper upon the Estate of Joshua James Copper, deceased, late of the County of Oklahoma and State of Oklahoma. And pursuant to an order of said Court, the 7 day of October, 2024 at the Hour of 9:00 am o’clock am of said day has been appointed as the time for hearing said application, before Judge Harrington, Judge of the District Court in the District Court Room Probate Division Room __, Oklahoma County Courthouse 321 Park Avenue, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, when and where any person interested in said estate may appear and contest said petition by filing written opposition thereto on the ground of incompetence of the applicant, or may assert his/her own right to the administration and pray for Letters to be issued to ___.
Dated this 10 day of September, 2024.
MICHELLE C HARRINGTON Judge of the District Court Rick Warren Court Clerk Oklahoma County, Oklahoma By: Sonya Prideure (SEAL)
(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, September 20, 2024; Friday, September 27, 2024) IN AND FOR THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA Case N: PB-2024-1195
In the Matter of the Estate of) Thomas Hardwick,) Deceased.)
COMBINED NOTICE TO CREDITORS, NOTICE OF HEARING UPON FINAL ACCOUNTING, DETERMINATION OF HEIRSHIP, AND DISTRIBUTION AND DISCHARGE
All creditors having claims against THOMAS HARDWICK, 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: ANNA HARDWICK, Special Administrator c/o Jacquelyn L. Dill, Attorney at Law The Dill Law Firm, P.C. 4801 Gaillardia Parkway, Suite 300 Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73142 on or before the following presentment date: October 4, 2024 or the same will be forever barred. Further, all persons interested in the Estate of THOMAS HARDWICK are hereby notified that on the 4 day of November at 9:30 o’clock AM before the Honorable Judge Harrison in the District Courthouse of OKLAHOMA County, 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 giver,
Attorney for Special Administrator
NAME CHANGE
(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, September 20, 2024) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA Case No. CV-2024-2314 In the Matter of the Application ) of Veronica A.S. Greenfield) as next of friend of (child) ) Penelope Lynn Senkowski Greenfield) to Change Her/His Name )
NOTICE OF FILING PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME
To Whom It May Concern: Take notice that (a) Veronica A.S. Greenfield, as next of friend of Penelope Lynn Senkowski Greenfield has filed in the above court a Petition to have the minor child’s name changed as follows, to-wit: From (a) Penelope Lynn Senkowski Greenfield to (b) Penelope Lynn Senkowski; and that the same will be heard by the Honorable Judge Bonner of Oklahoma County, in the County Courthouse, located at 321 Park Avenue, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73102, on the 31 day of October, 2024 at 9:00 o’clock a.m.; and that any person may file a written protest in the case, prior to the date set for hearing.
CLERK/BAILIFF OF THE DISTRICT COURT
(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, September 20, 2024)
DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA
CV-2024-277
In Re: The Name of:) Wayne Amonte Rose)
NOTICE OF HEARING ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME
TO: All interested parties. Take notice that Wayne Amonte Rose has petitioned to change his/her name to Roger Wayne Montgomery Jr. A Hearing on said petition is set for 11:00 o’clock A.M. on
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He earned his stripes on Broadway… now the ghost-with-the-most is coming to Oklahoma City.
It’s showtime! Based on Tim Burton’s dearly beloved film, this hilarious musical tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager whose whole life changes when she meets a recently deceased couple and a demon with a thing for stripes. With an irreverent book, an astonishing set, and a score that’s out of this Netherworld, BEETLEJUICE coming to the Civic Center Music Hall, Nov. 19 – 24. And under its uproarious
surface (six feet under, to be exact), it’s a remarkably touching show about family, love, and making the most of every Day-O! This show contains strong language, mature references, and a lot of the crazy, inappropriate stuff you would expect from a deranged demon. OKC Broadway’s show is 2 hours and 35 minutes with one 20-minute intermission. This production utilizes theatrical haze, flash effects, and fog.
Nance - Keesee
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Nance of Colorado Springs, Colorado have announced the engagement of their daughter, Miss Katelyn Maree Nance to Mr. Blake Christian Kirkpatrick Keesee, the son of Christian Keesee and step-son of Mr. Larry Keigwin of Oklahoma City.
The couple met in 2019 when the groom was attending the University of Colorado. The bride's engagement ring is a light blue London Sapphire set in platinum and surrounded by diamonds. The ring had originally belonged to the groom's great-grandmother, Eleanor Blake Kirkpatrick.
The couple were engaged at the Piazza del Duomo in Florence, Italy and are planning a private wedding ceremony at the groom's family house in Nichols Hills this autumn.
Every November, the Paseo Arts Association hosts the Paseo Arts Awards Dinner and Auction. Featuring a dinner and a silent auction, the event also serves as a fundraiser for the PAA. The 18th Annual Paseo Arts Awards Dinner and Auction will be held on Thursday, Nov. 21 at a new location, City + State Venue & Events.
The Paseo Arts Awards Dinner and Auction was created in 2007 to celebrate and recognize the top artistic minds in Oklahoma. Recognizing these
artists educates the public about Oklahoma’s rich artistic community and its increasingly vibrant and robust contemporary arts culture.
This year’s Paseo Arts Awards will consist of six award categories, each one representing distinct creative
achievements or community engagement. Recipients include Skip Hill for the Lifetime Achievement Award, Nicole Moan for the Artist of the Year Award, Suzanne Thomas for the Michi Susan Award, Melissa Scaramucci for the Cre-
LifeShare’s Little Red Heart 5K and Walk fundraiser
On Saturday, Sept. 21, more than 500 Oklahomans will visit Lake Hefner’s Stars and Stripes Park to participate in the LifeShare Foundation’s annual Little Red Heart 5K and Walk. The Little Red Heart 5K’s mission is to celebrate life, honor those who were donors, pay tribute to those who received, offer hope to those who continue to wait
and remember the lives lost waiting for the gift of life. At the event, registrants can either participate in a USATF Certified 5K race or a one mile walk in support of the LifeShare foundation. Family-friendly activities will take place across the park, with a special Kid’s Zone to include face painting, photo backdrops, a playscape and
more. Those who would like to attend the Little Red Heart 5K and Walk can sign up at LittleRedHeart5K.org. Pricing will increase after Sept. 20. LifeShare would like to thank this year’s Champion and Hero Level race sponsors: Jeff and Lori Blumenthal, James Avery, Global Transplant Solutions, Private Jets, Trust Company of
Oklahoma, Aidan’s Legacy, The Heinen Family, the Chickasaw Nation and Paycom. This year’s event features a Memorial Mile to recognize donor heroes. Among those who will be remembered and honored for their compassionate gift are Aidan Hooper, Kolby Crum, Shelby Johnson, Stacy Hadley and Eva Young.
ative Placemaking Award, Lea Morgan for the Volunteer Service Award, and Carlos Barboza for the Emerging Artist Award, Tickets to the Paseo Arts Awards are priced at $85, with VIP tickets priced at $150. VIP ticket holders will receive a special gift at their table. Additionally, raffle tickets can be purchased for $20 for a special item. Attendees at the event can bid for quality prizes at a silent
auction, enjoy a delicious meal (gluten free/vegan options are available) and meet the awardees personally. Proceeds from the event will support the Paseo Arts Association with their mission and programming year-round. For more information, call the Paseo Arts Association at (405) 5252688 or email amanda@thepaseo.org. Visit thepaseo.org/join for membership information.
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
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
BancFirst 6200 Waterford Blvd Oklahoma City, OK 73118 (405) 270-1622 Bancfirst.bank
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
Quail 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
First Fidelity Bank 6404 Avondale, Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 416-2222 Website: ffb.com
Denner 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 pearlsokc.com
Laura Lynn’s Home Care 9801 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 418-2961 lauralynnshomecare.com
Chelle Greene Real Estate RE/MAX First 1000 W. Wilshire, Ste. 428 Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 818-91931 Chellegreene.com
Basey's Roofing Gary Basey 2700 S. May Ave. Okla City, OK 73109 (405)755-8717 baseysroofingjs@gmail.com
Cornerstone Home Health, Inc. 8370 NW 39th Expressway Bethany, OK 73008 (405)354-5454 cornestonehomehealthservices.com
Niroula Law 511 Couch Dr., No. 300 Oklahoma City, OK 73102 (405) 496-9250 niroulalaw.com Locally-owned
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18th Annual Paseo Arts Awards Dinner and Auction honors
Casady takes on Mount St. Mary in 1st-ever meeting
After enduring a pair of tough losses to open the season, the Casady football team looks to get in the win column this Friday when it hosts Fridayland rival Mount St. Mary in the first-ever meeting between the two teams.
Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. at Hoot Gibson Field.
The Cyclones (0-2)
suffered a 33-12 loss at Community Christian last Friday and a 48-21 setback at Oklahoma Christian School (OCS)
in Week 1.
Quarterback Ethan Hamilton and receiver Dyson Fay accounted for two touchdowns each at OCS.
Friday’s contest is also the final tuneup for Casady before competing in its first-ever district game in Week 4 against Alva.
The Cyclones spent the 2022 and 2023 seasons as a provisional member in the Oklahoma Secondary Schools Activities Association (OSSAA) and are play-
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ing in their first year as a full member in the newly-created Class 2A, Division II.
Meanwhile, Mount St. Mary continued its strong start to the 2024 campaign with a dominating 38-6 victory over the OKC Patriots homeschool squad.
The Rockets (2-0) also opened with a 29-21 win against Community Christian in Week 1.
Heritage Hall embarks on its first road game of the season with a trip to northeast OKC
WEEK 3 SCHEDULE
Friday, September 20
Mount St. Mary at Casady
Heritage Hall at Millwood
Bishop Carroll, Texas at McGuinness Thursday, September 19
PC North at Southmoore
against Millwood.
The Chargers (1-1) are coming off a 35-0 triumph over Fridayland rival John Marshall last Friday.
Quarterback Teegan
Lawson threw three touchdowns to Terrance Johnson, Tripp Thomas and Boston Fuller.
McGuinness looks for its second straight win this Friday against
Bishop Carroll (Texas).
The Irish (1-1) held off Bishop Lynch last Friday for a 34-28 win behind four total TDs from quarterback Damon Cochran.
On Thursday, PC North traveled to Southmoore for its final non-district game. The Panthers (1-1) suffered a 21-7 loss at Putnam City last week, as Kameron Oliver scored on a run.
Meanwhile, Crossings Christian, Deer Creek and John Marshall have a week off.
Chargers run over John Marshall
Scoring once in three of four quarters, the Heritage Hall football team cruised to a 35-0 victory against Fridayland rival John Marshall last Friday at Pop Murray Field.
Quarterback Teegan
Lawson threw three touchdowns and receiver Boston Fuller accounted for two more scores to lead the
Chargers (1-1).
Lawson connected with Terrance Johnson for a 12-yard touchdown, Tripp Thomas on a 30-yard score and Fuller for 10 yards.
Fuller also caught a 26-yard TD from quarterback Conner Quinterro, while linebacker Barrett Travis returned an interception 77 yards to end the game.
ANTLERS TOP NORMAN NORTH
Dominating almost from the opening kickoff, Deer Creek built a 21-3 lead at halftime on the way to a 35-10 triumph over Norman North last Friday night at Deer Creek Stadium.
Quarterback Grady Adamson tossed three touchdown passes and ran for another to lead the undefeated Antlers (3-0). Adamson threw a 12-yard TD to Drew Lykes and hooked up with Mason Smith for scores of four and 45 yards, while adding a 9-yard run.
Tailback Lamar Davis got on the scoreboard in the second quarter with a 10-yard TD run.
IRISH HOLD OFF BISHOP LYNCH
For the second week in a row, McGuinness used a big third-quarter scoring rally to pull away and held off a late rally to secure a 3428 win last Saturday at Bishop Lynch in Dallas.
Quarterback Damon Cochran threw four touchdowns, including two to Andrew Harris, to lead the Irish (2-1).
Cochran connected with Harris for eight and 68 yards, along with a 22-yard strike to Hudson Akin and a 2yard screen to A.J. Twombly.
Tailback Tom Watts also added a 2-yard score in to start the third-quarter rally.
OCS TOO MUCH FOR KNIGHTS
Falling behind early, Crossings Christian never recovered in a 35-3 loss at Oklahoma Christian School (OCS) last Friday in Edmond. Kicker Kadel Laisle nailed a 33-yard field goal in the first quarter to get the Knights (1-1) to within a 7-3 deficit before the Saints pulled way in the second quarter.
Story continued at OKCFRIDAY.com.
John Marshall tailback T.J. Fisher (21) gets tackled by Heritage Hall linebacker Graham Murphy during last Friday’s football game.
- Photo by Ben Thomas, bent02photography.pixieset.com
SOFTBALL ROUNDUP VOLLEYBALL ROUNDUP
Panthers take down Putnam City
Jumping out to a big early lead, the PC North softball team cruised to a 9-2 win over district rival Putnam City last Monday.
Monica Coats batted 3-for-4 with a double, drove in three runs and scored another to lead the Panthers (6-12).
Mikala Coats recorded two singles and two runs scored.
Six other players notched a hit, highlighted by Savannah Martinez with two RBIs and a run scored and Kayleigh Andrews with a double and scored a run.
Pitcher Angel Franklin threw five shutout innings with eight strikeouts and allowed just one hit in the victory.
PC North visits Broken Arrow on Monday.
ROCKETS SWEEP
CLINTON IN DH
Erupting for nearly 30 runs in two games, Mount St. Mary cruised to a doubleheader sweep over Clinton.
No. 4 Chargers sweep Knights
In a battle of Fridayland teams, the Heritage Hall volleyball team emerged as the victor with a 3-0 sweep over Crossings Christian last Thursday.
Reece Foster posted 12 kills, 11 digs and
homa Christian School (OCS). Reagan Ferris finished with six kills and one ace, and Foster added five kills.
The Chargers opened their busy week with a 3-0 win at 4A No. 8 Tecumseh,
ROCKETS TOP CCS, BETHANY
Facing the top two teams in 4A, Mount St. Mary dropped just one set in wins at No. 1 Community Christian and No. 2 Bethany in last week’s action.
Maddie Biswell and Maddie Jones recorded two hits each, as Biswell belted a double and triple with three RBIs and Jones had two doubles and three RBIs. Jones also collected 14 strikeouts and allowed a run on one hit over six innings.
Biswell, Megan Lowery and Leah Robinson had three hits each in an 18-5 victory over the Red Tornadoes in the nightcap. Biswell doubled and drove in five runs, as Lowery belted two doubles and two RBIs and Robinson dou-
Jayla Daniels batted 3-for-4 with two doubles, two runs scored and drove in another for the Rockets (10-13) in a 11-1 win in Game 1.
CROSS COUNTRY ROUNDUP
Knights run to 2nd at North Rock Creek
With three athletes in the top 25, the Crossings Christian boys cross country team finished second at the North Rock Creek Invitational last week.
Chase Brown grabbed the sixth-place spot in the individual standings to lead the
bled with three RBIs. Daniels chipped in a 3-run home run in the second inning.
Biswell also grabbed the pitching win, allowing five runs on 16 hits and striking out three in five innings.
The Mount hosts Elk City this Friday.
CHARGERS GET PAST LEXINGTON
Heritage Hall faced a 2-1 deficit in the final two innings but plated a run in the seventh and another in the eighth to grab 3-2 win against Lexington. Story continued at OKCFRIDAY.com.
Knights. Harry Smith placed 11th and Stacy Harris came in 14th place.
The Crossings Christian girls boasted two runners in the top 25 to grab sixth in the team standings.
Callie Graham finished in 15th place, while Annie Rauschkolb took 18th place.
CHARGERS TAKE 2ND AT ANDARKO
Keyed by four runners in
three serving aces to lead the Class 3A No. 4 Chargers (11-4).
Audrey Flynn collected 20 assists and four aces, while Taylor Smith had 21 digs and three aces.
On Tuesday, Heritage Hall suffered a 30 loss to 5A No. 8 Okla-
the top 25, including a pair of runners-up, the Heritage Hall boys placed second and the girls were third last week at the Anadarko Invitational.
Dylan Orcutt paced the Charger boys with a secondplace effort, completing the 5-kilometer course in 18:59.76 just under 10 seconds off the winning pace.
Zeffie Ellenburg also brought home a runner-up trophy by posting a time of 12:59.76 over two miles for
behind Farris with nine kills and 21 digs, Tate Lentz with nine kills and Flynn with six digs and five aces.
Heritage Hall hosts Oklahoma Christian Academy this Monday at 6 p.m.
the Charger girls. Coral Grimmett collected third place, followed by Finn Martin in seventh, Tobi Yokohori in eight, Neal Jain in 12th and Kaylee Norman in 21st place.
PANTHERS’ IBARRA 3RD AT CHOCTAW
PC North runner Toni Ibarra continued her strong season with a third-place trophy at the Choctaw Invitational.
Ella Hale paced the 5A No. 1 Rockets (23-1) with 18 kills in a 3-0 sweep over Community Christian, followed by Liv Ward with 30 assists and Mackenzi Bass with 20 digs. Hale also posted a team-best 20 kills, while Ward collected 45 assists and Bass had 14 digs in a 3-1 victory against Bethany. After battling the OKC Storm last Thursday, Mount St. Mary visits Casady on Tuesday.
CYCLONES FALL TO BETHANY
Casady endured a pair of losses against 4A No. 2 Bethany and No. 1 Community Christian last week. Amelia Mullen led the 3A No. 11 Cyclones (7-11) with 15 kills and one block in a 3-1 loss to the Bronchos. Story continued at OKCFRIDAY.com.
Ibarra completed the 5K course in 21:22.14 to miss second place by just a tenth-second. Gia Ibarra also grabbed a spot in the top 25 in 22nd place for the Panther girls. Three Panther boys finished in the top 50 as they took eighth in the team standings.
Phoenix McClain led the way in 21st place, while Noah Warfield placed 45th and Vander Brungardt-Davis came in 49th place.
Heritage Hall’s Reece Foster (4) posted 12 kills, 11 digs and three aces in a win over Crossings Christian.
- Photo by Tina Walker, tinawalker.pixieset.com
PC North pitcher Angel Franklin recorded eight strikeouts and didn’t allow a run against Putnam City.
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OPINION OPINION O O UR UR S S TAND 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.
hosts a U.S. Naturalization Ceremony
Oklahoma City Community College (OCCC) hosted a U.S. Naturalization Ceremony to celebrate 50 new citizens on Sept. 11. The Honorable Bernard M. Jones II, United States District Judge for the Western District of Oklahoma, presided over the official ceremonies. The event included a keynote by OCCC English Language Learner (ELL) Instructor Beatriz Meyer and a video address by President Joe Biden.
“OCCC is honored to support this celebration of new U.S. citizens,” said Dr. Mautra Staley Jones, president of OCCC. “OCCC’s Community Outreach
and Education programs, which include English as a Second Language (ESL) classes in citizenship, help students on their journey towards U.S. Naturalization."
More than 175 people attended the ceremony to support the new citizens.
About Oklahoma City Community College:
Since its inception in 1972, Oklahoma City Community College (OCCC) has been the heartbeat of the Metro, dedicated to empowering learners and strengthening communities. Serving more than 18,000 students in creditseeking courses and more than 5,000 students in non-credit-seek-
ing programs, we are committed to producing leaders. “Student Success, Community Enrichment” is our mission, and we offer 87 degree and certificate programs plus more than 50 micro-credentials that provide a foundation for further education or immediate career readiness. We remain dedicated to providing accessible, affordable, highquality education that equips students to achieve personal and professional goals. OCCC is more than an institution; we are a community catalyst, fostering growth and success in our city, our workforce, and the lives of our students. Discover your potential at OCCC, where your future is our purpose. Visit us at occc.edu.
Dear Wise Elder: I’ve told my daughter my thoughts, my plans for myself as I age. But, she’s so busy with her own family, I often wonder if she really hears me. Suggestions? Dear Planner: Good job thinking and making those decisions. You are ahead of most people. Now, put it in writing and then review it with your daughter and even the entire family. Finally, show the family where you keep that written information. VillagesOKC has a helpful tool called The GIFT (Gathering Information for Transitions). The GIFT Workshops offer an opportunity to gather
information and decisions and put it in a three-ring binder. GIFT workshops are scheduled throughout the year and information is available at LoveYourAge.org. These workshops come as a part of VillagesOKC membership, but also are available to the community. It is easy to delay these decisions and conversations but so freeing once completed. Make decisions, then talk to your family after you have put it in writing. The palest ink is better than the best memory.
- Courtesy VillagesOKC, www.VillagesOKC.org (405) 990 6637
The Honorable Bernard M. Jones II, United States District Judge for the Western District of Oklahoma, with one of the 50 new citizens.
48th Annual Renaissance Ball
Clay and Becky Taylor with Jo Rowan and John Bedford. The Edith Head exhibit continues through Sept. 29 and features costumes designed by Head, as well as her Oscar statuettes.
- Photos by Rose Lane
From left: Jeff and Sally Starling, Adam Brooks, Sunny Cearley and Kathy and Hal Brown at the Renaissance Ball, benefiting the Oklahoma City Museum of Art. The event had a Hollywood theme, centered around the Edith Head exhibit on display at the museum. Attendees were greeted at the Oklahoma City Golf and Country Club by live camel and characters from the movie, “The Greatest Show on Earth.”
Above: Don and Carol Kaspereit with Susan and Carl Edwards. At left: Connell and Cliff Branan.
Above: Four “Edith Heads” fit a costume. At left: Annie Bohanon and Cindi Shelby. A “Bond Girl” was ready to race away from the entrance to the country club while a director fed her the lines.
Young summer workers help prepare for fall events
It’s been a great summer for VillagesOKC, and we’re looking forward to a stellar fall season of learning, planning, serving and connecting.
During the summer, VillagesOKC has had two excellent young workers helping get ready for the events ahead. They have been cleaning, organizing, labeling, filing, preparing GIFT Workbooks and filling Sponsor and Member packets.
“Thanks to Abbey Bellows and Ava Lang for their diligent work this summer,” said VillagesOKC Executive Director Marilyn Olson about her granddaughters. “Learning to arrive on time, listen to instructions, doublecheck work, work with older volunteers, and answer phones are good work skills that have lightened VillagesOKC staff load. Generations working
together benefit everyone.”
The major event of the fall season is a daylong workshop on November 6 from 10 am to 2 pm at the Metro Technology Center: Business Conference Center, 1900 Springlake Dr. It’s called Positive Aging: Inflammation. Featured speakers are Paul Rothwell, MD on “Inflammation: The Good, the Bad, the Ugly” and Keith Bishop, B.Sc., Clinical Nutrition on “Prevailing over Cancer.” This event is free to VillagesOKC members and $20 to nonmembers. A box lunch and access to vendor tables is included in the registration.
Throughout the season, Senior LifeSkills Learning workshops will be held at Our Lord’s Lutheran Church at Hefner and May, Mitch Park YMCA in Edmond and at the
MetroTech Wellness
Education Classroom, 1600 Springlake Dr.
Here are the dates and topics for workshops at Our Lord’s Lutheran Church:
• Oct. 21 – Feet, Use Don’t Abuse.
• Nov. 18 – 10 Tips to Love the Holidays
These workshops are from 1-2:30 p.m.
Here are the dates and topics for the Sen-
These workshops are from 1-2:30 p.m.
Here are dates and topics for Senior LifeSkills Learning workshops at MetroTech:
• Sept. 20 – What Weakness Looks Like with Dr. Jonathan Vestal.
• Nov. 15 – The Mindful Body facilitated by Gaylene Stiles. These workshops are from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Preregistration is required by going to the VillagesOKC calendar at www.LoveYourAge.org or by calling (405) 990-6637.
Be aware of identity theft, fraud
Consumers can never let their guard down when it comes to identity theft. Personal information is much more accessible in an increasingly digital world. Consequently, instances of identity theft and consumer fraud continue to grow.
ior LifeSkills Learning workshops at the Mitch Park YMCA, 2901 Marilyn Williams Dr. in Edmond. They are free and open to all:
• Oct. 23 – Think Your Way to Health with Susan Radcliffe, RN.
• Nov. 13 – Understanding Back Pain and Natural Treatment Methods with Dan Prince, DC.
“These are just some of the events scheduled for the next three months,” Olson said. “Check our calendar at to see what else is going on. I think you’ll find something just for you.”
Scheduled events include a preview of Medicare changes for 2025, iPhone and Android classes, Healthcare Forms Workshop, Women’s Coffee, Men’s Coffee, Discover VillagesOKC (Member Monday), Game Night and restaurant meetups.
• The Identity Theft Research Center (ITRC) reported a record number of data compromises in the United States in 2021, amounting to a 68 percent increase over 2020.
• The Federal Trade Commission's Consumer Sentinel Network received more than 5.7 million reports of fraud and identity theft in 2021.
• In Canada, there are 12 victims of identity theft per every 100,000 residents and 52 victims of ID fraud.
• Many North Americans have See THEFT, Page 15
Cousins Abbey Bellows, left, and Ava Lang showed up in a big way as summer helpers.
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been victims of COVID-19related fraud, including scams involving fake testing, vaccines and treatments, and charities.
The FTC says identity theft is when someone uses your personal or financial information without your consent. Commonly stolen data includes addresses, credit card numbers, bank account information, Social Security numbers, or medical insurance numbers.
Though thieves can gather information by intercepting it through digital channels or simply by stealing mail or going through trash, many times people inadvertently share personal information with scammers themselves. Here's a look at five common scams.
• Phone scams may involve telemarketers trying to sell you something in exchange for personal information given over the phone, as well as people impersonating government agencies or credit card companies. "Please confirm account information" or "We'll need your financial information to process" are some of the phrases these scams utilize. Never give out personal information over the phone unless you've confirmed the individual you're speaking to is legitimate.
• Text links. The Pew Research Center says 81 percent of adult mobile phone users use text messages regularly. Scammers utilize text messages to try to gain information. The text includes a link to a site that will request personal infor-
mation. Do not respond to such texts and avoid clicking on the links.
• Phishing emails look like they are coming from legitimate sources, but they often contain malware that can infiltrate computers and other devices to steal identity data. Phishing increased during the COVID-19 lockdowns as more people were working from home, according to the ITRC.
• Medicare card verification. Older individuals long have been targets of criminals. Seniors are now being called, emailed or even visited in person by scammers claiming to represent Medicare. Perpetrators of this scam offer new services or new chipped Medicare cards in exchange for verification of Medicare identification numbers. Medicare numbers should be carefully guarded, and seniors should keep in mind it's highly unlikely Medicare representatives will contact them in this way.
• Data breaches. It's not just a home computer or phone breach you need to worry about. According to ARAG Legal, security experts indicate many major companies are being breached. By the time it's discovered that data was stolen, your personal information, which usually includes credit card numbers, email addresses and home addresses, has been circulating for some time. While it's impossible for private citizens to prevent this type of data breach, a credit monitoring service can alert consumers if their information shows up where it seemingly doesn't belong.
OKC FRIDAY in Tuscany
Angie and Jason Ridenour, Ken Hutmacher and Brad Simons traveled to Tuscany for a week at Villa I’m Gabbro where they planted a memorial tree honoring Scott Wilson who passed away May 5. Pack OKC FRIDAY when you travel. Email photos and descriptions to rose@okcfriday.com.
