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OKC FRIDAY Vol. 55 No. 22 • One Section • 16 pages • October 15, 2021

www.okcfriday.com facebook.com/okcfriday OKC’s only locally-owned legal newspaper with all local news Serving Oklahoma City, Nichols Hills, The Village, Quail Creek, The Greens and Gaillardia for 47 years

Afghan women, stories of devastation, hope, resilience A dinner on Nov. 1 will raise money for Afghan women.

Afghan women business owners have been through the PEACE THROUGH BUSINESS program training

to learn how to set up and operate a business. The Institute for Economic Empowerment of Women (I.E.E.W.), developed by Oklahoma City’s Terry Neese and sponsored by the

Women of AT&T, has trained 597 women.

The dinner prepared by Afghan In-Country Facilitator, Manizha Wafeq, is set for 6 p.m. at the Cole Community Center, 4400

NW Expressway.

When the Taliban took over Afghanistan, many were trying to leave. Some have been able to get out, but the majority remain in the country.

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Village OKs Civic Area park plan

Kitchen Tour adds virtual event The Oklahoma County Medical Society Alliance presents the 29th Alliance Kitchen Tour, a fundraiser held in and around Nichols Hills, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., on Sunday, Oct. 24.

New this year, a virtual tour is included with the 2021 Kitchen Tour ticket. The virtual tour can be an alternative to the in-person tours or – with bonus content included in the video — as an additional tour experience.

“We organized the video because of the ongoing unpredictability of having events;

For the time being, most of the women have needed to close their businesses down as they wait to see what the Taliban will allow

By Eric Oesch Staff Writer The Village City Council has unanimously approved a plan that will transform the northeast quadrant of the city with a series of parks, trails and community gathering spaces. Commonly referred to as the “Civic Area,” the TIF No.1 Project Area Plan is expected to cost $9.3 million once completed.

Designed by LAUD Studio of Oklahoma City, The Village Civic Area includes six new projects - a dog park, a Civic Plaza, The Village Green, community fitness area, improvements to Village Drive and The Village Trail.

City Manager Bruce Stone says it is unlikely the City will be able to finance the entire $9.3 million at one time.

“We expect to fund the project in two stages with the first tranche in the range of $ 6 million,” he said. “The second tranche of the balance would probably follow a few years later.”

The city is currently exploring financing options including a public vote sometime in early 2022 to approve a General Obligation

This kitchen in Susan and Steve Raupe’s Nichols Hills home is a part of the 29th Annual Alliance Kitchen Tour hosted by the Oklahoma County Medical Society.

The tour features six in-person homes and two virtual tours with bonus content.

The Raupes’ home has seating for 74 people.

we didn’t want to cancel the tour again,” said Natasha Neumann, co-chair of the 2021 Kitchen Tour.

“The video allows us to showcase homes outside of Nichols Hills, which is a new and fun addition to

this year’s tour.”

Tickets are on sale now online at ocmsalliance.org and at Culinary Kitchen and Home located at 7222 N Western.

The 2021 Kitchen Tour benefits Shepard’s Watch, an organization

Relationships are important to keeping Gen Z workers engaged Editor’s note: This is the second in a two-part series on the emerging workforce.

By Rose Lane Editor It’s all about building relationships to help keep the emerging workforce — the Gen Zs — engaged.

Those were the opinions of a panel of educational experts assembled by the Northwest OKC Chamber for its The Emerging

Workforce: Education and Expectations of the Present and Future Workers luncheon.

The panel included: • Dr. Lisa Fisher, senior director of community engagement, OSU/OKC. • Dr. Jeremy Thomas, interim president, Oklahoma City Community College.

• Jeremy Cowley, dean of instruction, Metro Technology Center.

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Gen Z

Societies reception

From Page 1 • Holly Sapp, executive clinical director, Southern Nazarene University Renew Counseling Center.

• Cody Mosley, director, workforce and economic development, Francis Tuttle Technology Center.

• Patty Balenseifen, chief officer of human capital, Putnam City Public Schools.

Cowley said that this generation of workers wants to feel as if they are a part of something bigger and to be involved in a positive culture.

He said that employers can incentivize these young people by giving them opportunities for recognition and to better themselves.

Mosley said in most businesses there is a “star player. The challenge is to groom them to become leaders and avoiding “promoting to incompetence.”

“If you promote without giving them resources, then they flat line,” he said.

Investing in people is the key, Cowley said. And doing that in little ways everyday is very important.

Fisher said it is all about relationships. Thomas agreed.

“We need to forget we are employers, get out of the office and learn about people,” he said.

Cathy and Frank Keating hosted a reception recognizing the OCU Societies’ 2021 Awards of Excellence honorees. At far left: Alan and Norick-Hulsey Gallery Society Award honoree Becky Roten. At left: Karen Luke, Dulaney-Browne Library Society Award honoree Matilda Clements and Linda Garrett.

- Photos by Rose Lane

At left: OCU Distinguished Philanthropist Award honorees Kami Huddleston and Ashley Bowen Murphy.

At right: Hostess Cathy Keating and Servant-Leader Honoree Judy Love.

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Musical retreat brings Cyclones together

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ust like any other school, Casady upholds several traditions that bring old and new students together to experience something meaningful. One tradition that I had the pleasure of participating in is our annual Canyon Camp musical retreat.

Even after securing a role in the musical, my initial nerves refused to disappear. It was hard to act freely in front of a large cast of unfamiliar people. This is where the retreat provided a unique opportunity for freedom.

For a day and a half, I would only interact with the musical cast—no one else.

We were separated from the world, and I was able to devote my

by Sophia Stidham

CASADY COMMUNITY entire focus to dissecting the script or mastering spin footwork. Just as in on-campus rehearsals, the entire cast was united through a single purpose; With a constant supply of silly activities, athletic competition and dance parties, we were able to discover mutual trust and companionship.

The night I spent in the canyon, marching into the woods toward a large bonfire, I wasn’t

worried about being able to see the ground in front of me. With the light of the fire as our only guide, we admired the beauty of the unpolluted night sky.

Settling by the fire, I felt completely comfortable laughing and making fun of the ridiculous horror stories. Listening to these spooky tales, I spent most of the night admiring the incredible amount of stars. For the first time ever, I saw a shooting star. Together, we spotted three.

Nature and seclusion had a strange and wonderful way of bringing us together. The retreat was truly irreplaceable in its ability to secure a steady place among people who enjoy the arts as much as I do.

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Bond to help with financing. If approved by voters, the bonds would be sold next spring and then paid off over the next 20-25 years.

Once the financing is completed, the council will decide which projects to do in Phase 1 prior to awarding construction contracts.

“Bidding could be in Spring 2022 with construction starting as early as summer 2022,” said Stone. “Construction could take from one to two years.

“This TIF has been extremely successful, with over $70 million in new property values created since 2006.

Only two other cities in Oklahoma County (Bethany and Choctaw) have TIF districts that are comparable to The Village.”

During a recent meeting, Mayor Sonny Wilkinson and the rest of the council voiced their approval with the results so far.

“This is shaping up to be the most

WOMEN From Page 1 them to do as women business owners. They hope to be able to reopen them at some point.

Laila ran a successful gym in Kabul and was forced to close it down, leaving all of the equipment behind. She started this gym using her savings from the minimum wage she earned as gym instructor. She was the first one in her family to have studied university on a scholarship outside Afghanistan.

Zuhra founded a multimedia company that she had to shut down when the Taliban took over Afghanistan.

She was an enthusiastic

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transformative project in the city’s history,” said Wilkinson. “I don’t believe any other cities similar to our size have taken on such an ambitious project to improve the quality of life for their residents.”

There have been concerns raised by several members of the Hawthorn Village neighborhood about plans for a multi-use pedestrian trail, The Village Trail, through their neighborhood with threats of a lawsuit raised at a recent city council meeting.

“To be clear, the Hawthorn HOA as a whole has never been against any of the improvements,” said Wilkinson. “There is one board member and a few residents who have made the decision to be completely opposed to the plan and made it clear there was little they were willing to negotiate on.”

Wilkinson said a letter to the city and council from the HOA showed their support of the plan and recognized the city’s right to improve the area.

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illustrator who wanted to produce animations for Afghan children.

Zuhra had several projects in the works that she still hopes to be able to complete one day.

Mahmooda founded a private primary and high school for girls after teaching in public schools her entire career. The school is no longer in operation, but she hopes to restart it soon. Her goal is to create a comfortable and safe environment for girls to learn and grow together.

The businesses these women were running include private schools, gyms, salons, multimedia companies, agriculture companies, construction companies and retail companies, among many others.

In addition to being

business owners, a number of PEACE THROUGH BUSINESS graduates were also heavily involved in politics and women's rights activities, making them at high-risk of being targeted by the Taliban.

IEEW plans to continue PEACE THROUGH BUSINESS program in Afghanistan virtually next year so that it can continue to educate and empower women business owners.

With the country atrisk of financial collapse, there is a significant need for women to continue contributing to their economy. Stories of devastation, resilience and hope will be told at the event.

For tickets, visit ieew.org/events or call (405) 943-4474.

Obituary

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Leonard Earl Sullivan 1934-2021 Leonard Earl Sullivan passed from this life on Oct. 4, 2021. He was born Dec. 12, 1934, to Leonard Fulton and Willie Lee (Stone) Sullivan during the Great Depression. He was born at home, a Katy Railroad section house in Dale, Okla., into a family with three older sisters (Louise, Christine and Leta Mae) Two brothers died at birth. His younger brother, Darrel, would join the family two years later.

Like the rest of his family, Leonard was a worker. From a young age, he worked to contribute to the family’s survival. One of his earliest jobs was picking blackberries; he would go on to chop cotton and bale hay as a boy and a teen. He worked for the rest of his life, not knowing what he would do with himself if he ever retired.

Leonard graduated from Dale High School where he played baseball and basketball. He then went to Stillwater with the idea of playing basketball for Coach Iba; that plan evolved over time, but Leonard remained determined to graduate from college, and he worked multiple jobs to pay for it: lawn service, delivery driver, tree trimmer and lots of dirty jobs for Harp’s Green Valley Farms in Shawnee, Okla. He

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traveled to Palo Alto, Calif. to do construction work for several months. Leonard first graduated from Murray State Agricultural College in 1956. While there, he served as the president of the League of Young Democrats, something future political colleagues and opponents would remind him of with glee.

In 1958, Leonard graduated from Oklahoma State University with a business marketing degree, an ROTC commission in the U.S. Army and a job with Kroger awaiting him.

He married his high school sweetheart, Marilyn West, on May 24, 1958, and they embarked on a promising future, little knowing the adventures the next 63 years would bring.

Leonard and Marilyn lovingly raised their two daughters, first Diana and later Lee Ann, while Leonard worked to support his family.

During the first decade of their marriage, he served as a captain in

the U.S. Army Reserve, 45th Infantry Division, while simultaneously forging an interesting career path. After working as a store manager in the grocery business in Arkansas and Tennessee, stops on that path included district sales manager for Scott Paper Company in Oklahoma and Kansas, vice president of development for Taco Boy restaurants in Oklahoma, vice president of sales and marketing for Carousel Fashions in New York City and Los Angeles, and development director for Global Land Corporation in San Antonio. Returning to Oklahoma, Leonard worked for D.J. Blanton selling real estate, then started Leonard E. Sullivan & Co. Commercial & Industrial Real Estate in 1975. During the following decade, he was a realtor, an appraiser, a real estate developer, a builder and a property owner/manager.

After his college years, Leonard became interested in conservative politics. In 1985, a group of Republican political leaders urged him to run for a seat in the Oklahoma House of Representatives. He won that election and served in the Oklahoma State Legislature for 18 years while continuing with his real estate business. He authored or co-authored all legislation concerning real See OBIT, Page 5

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estate appraisal during his years in the House.

Starting in 2004, Leonard put his real estate expertise to work by serving as the Oklahoma County Assessor for 14 years.

Leonard participated in many associations through the years including the Chamber of Commerce, Oklahoma City Rotary Club, American Legion, Oklahoma Heritage Association, Oklahoma Council on Public Affairs, Civil Air Patrol, Dale High School Alumni Association, Federalist Society, OSU President’s

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drive themselves to appointments and errands.

“We selected these wonderful organizations as our beneficiaries for the 2020 tour, but we had to cancel last year, due to the pandemic,” said Natasha Neumann, co-chairman of the 2021 Kitchen

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Club, OSU Posse, American Legislative Exchange Council, Men’s Dinner Club, Freedoms Foundation at Valley Forge, Republican National Committee and Petroleum Club. He was a trustee for Oklahoma School of Science and Math, Governor’s Council on Physical Education and he was a Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) of the National Board of Realtors.

With all these involvements, Leonard had time to be husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and more to his beloved family. He was a life-long member of the Church of

Christ which he would consider his most important affiliation.

His Christian faith was the foundation of Leonard’s life. He was warm and welcoming, gregarious and giving, and he was not ashamed of The Gospel.

Leonard was preceded in death by his parents, Leonard Fulton and Willie Lee Sullivan; sisters and their husbands, Louise and Dale Cochrane, Christine and Loren Reid, and Leta Mae and James Moore; fatherin-law and mother-inlaw, Willard and Zelma West; nieces, Karen Reid Walker and Marsha Cochrane Howe; and nephews Lynn Moore and

Ronald Cochrane.

Leonard is survived by his beloved wife of 63 years, Marilyn; daughter and son-inlaw, Diana and Phil Wood; daughter and son-in-law, Lee Ann and Kent Hinds; brother and sister-in-law, Darrel and Madonna Sullivan; brother-inlaw and sister-in-law, Paul and Ruth Anne West; grandchildren, Candice and Jason Pitts, Brandon Wood, Guthrie Crull, Sean and Emily Wood, Collin and Courtney Crull, Jenny and Roger Lawlis, Susan and Gerrod Cleburn, and David Hinds; greatgrandchildren, Abigail and Tyson Cleburn; and numerous cousins, nephews and nieces.

Tour. “We are determined to keep our promise by fundraising for them this year.”

“As an organization promoting a healthy community through awareness and education, we are happy to support ITN and Shepard’s Watch,” co-chairman Suzanne Reynolds added.

The Alliance organizes their annual Kitchen Tour to assist non-profit organizations that meet

a health-related need within Oklahoma County. For more event

details and to purchase tickets online, go to.ocmsalliance.org.

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CALENDAR EXHIBITS Oct. 21 • OK Contemporary Open World: Video Games & Contempo‐ rary Art, at Oklahoma Contemporary, pres­ ents the work of artists who use video games as a catalyst for making art that addresses timely issues, including gun violence, migration and gender equality.

Open World opens with a 21+ celebration on Oct. 21, which includes themed drinks, video game­ inspired music, hands­ on gaming and more.

Tickets are $20 for the special event, but, as always, admission to the exhibition is free thereafter. Visitors can reserve timed tickets at okcontemp.org.

Creative Oklahoma to Honor Prairie Surf

Nov. 6 • Glitter Ball deadCenter presents its Glitter Ball at the Tower Theatre, Nov. 6, 7 pm ­ 1:00 am. dead­ Center is so excited to party with you at Tower Theatre and to honor Kindt Steven Meyers. You will need to provide proof of vaccination or a negative test within 48 hours to enter the party. If you see fit, you are also more than welcome to wear a mask during event. We will be pouring all the adult beverages during this party. Therefore, you MUST be 21 or over to attend. The theme for this year's Glitter Ball is dC High! You are encouraged to dress as your favorite high school dance film character or wear those suits and dresses that have been hiding in the back of your closet. Don't forget to bring spending money. You will have the opportu­ nity to enjoy a Beer Pong Tournament, Silent Auction and much more! If you have ques­ tions or concerns, email glitterball@dead­ centerfilm.org.

12 – 1 pm at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum. Hear from a 4­time Oprah Winfrey Show guest who has lived through the unimaginable. This FUNDRAISERS local resident will try to give others hope Nov. 17 • through her story.

Celebrate Pink Women Who Care Celebrate Pink Oklaho­ Share provides critical ma City is a luncheon funding for YWCA and runway show ben­ OKC, the leading efitting Oklahoma provider of victim Project Woman. The services for domestic event is at the OKC violence, sexual Golf and Country Club assault and stalking in from 11:30 am to 1 Oklahoma County and pm. The runway fash­ the surrounding area. ion show is hosted by Please contact CK & Co with featured Stephanie Bryce at designer Cyril Ver­ sbryce@ywcaokc.org davainne. Get tickets to be added as a guest at oklahomaproject­ or table hostess. woman.org.

celebrating the fall season by hosting its annual Chomp and Stomp, Autumn Ani­ mal Enrichment Event for select OKC Zoo ani­ mals on Friday, Oct. 15. Come out and watch as your favorite animals enjoy plentiful pumpkins designed to stimulate their senses and encourage natural behaviors. This event is from 10 am to 2 pm and is free to attend with Zoo admission.

Purchase advance tick­ ets at okczoo.org/tick­ ets.

Oct. 17 • Fall Festival OKC Beautiful is host­ ing its third annual Fall Harvest Festival on Sunday, from 2–5 pm THIS WEEKEND at the Delmar Gardens Dec. 1 • Food Truck Park in the Women Who Care Oct. 15 • Farmers Market Dis­ Share Chomp and Stomp trict. Tickets can be YWCA OKC presents its The OKC Zoo and purchased at okcbeau­ annual luncheon from Botanical Garden is tiful.com.

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Paycom Center Events/Shows: MercyMe ­ Oct. 28 Jeff Dunham ­ Jan. 27, 2022 Elton John ­ Jan. 30, 2022 JoJo Siwa ­ Feb. 1, 2022 New Kids on the Block ­ May 16, 2022 Backstreet Boys ­ Sept. 14, 2022 Shawn Mendes ­ Sept. 27, 2022 Zoo Amphitheatre:

Judas Priest ­ Nelly ­ Matchbox Twenty ­ Civic Center Music Hall: Alice (in wonderland) ­ The Music of Billy Joel ­ Alton Brown Live ­ Hip Hop Nutcracker ­ A Christmas Celebration ­

POSTPONED Oct. 21 June 22, 2022 Oct. 22­24 Nov. 5­6 Nov. 7 Nov. 24 Dec. 3­4

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reative Oklahoma is launching its fifteenth year with a celebration of Prairie Surf Media and the dynamic team behind the movie magic: CoCEOs Rachel Cannon and Matt Payne, and financier and lead investor Christian Kanady. The gala event will take place on Monday, Nov. 1, 6 – 8 pm, on a sound stage inside Prairie Surf Studio.

Prairie Surf Media is an Oklahoma Citybased, global production company focused on multi-platform content creation, particularly television series, big budget movies, streaming, and commercials. Their crown jewel is Prairie Surf Studio, which offers five soundstages, a full arena, and 260,000 square feet of production space inside the former Cox Convention Center.

Co-CEO Rachel Cannon is an entrepreneur, actress, writer, and producer originally from Yukon. Her acting career spans over 20 years, including roles on iconic television series like Big Bang Theory, Two and a Half Men, Mad Men, and six years as a series regular on ABC’s Fresh Off the Boat. Since returning home to Oklahoma, Cannon has starred in the big budget movie Reagan with Dennis Quaid and produced and starred in two short films for Christian Faith Publishing, Send Me Wings and

Amelia’s Prayer.

Matt Payne is a Bishop McGuinness graduate and a filmmaker, writer, photographer and educator.

In Los Angeles, Payne worked as a writer on CBS’s Vegas, Without a Trace and The Defenders. Since moving home, Payne has produced award-winning documentaries for Griffin Communications and the OETA Foundation, written gorgeous travel columns for 405 Magazine, written and produced the short film Amelia’s Prayer, and taught film business and screenwriting at Oklahoma City University.

Christian Kanady is a successful multi-disciplinary entrepreneur and investor deploying more than $1.2B in capital, which includes his role as lead investor in major initiatives such as Prairie Surf. Kanady began his career at Chesapeake Energy, founded Echo Energy in 2010, and now serves as CEO of both Echo Energy and Echo Investment Capital.

The Prairie Surf team is being honored with the Susan McCalmont Creativity Award, named after their founding Execu-

Handel’s Messiah ­ Dec. 5 The Nutcracker ­ Dec. 11­19 A Drag Queen Christmas ­ Dec. 12 A Magical Cirque Chritmas ­ Dec. 22 Mean Girls ­ Dec. 28­ Jan. 2 Other Events/Shows/Awards: Haunt the Zoo ­ Oct. 9­31 Town Hall Speaker ­ Oct. 21 Goldtini ­ Oct. 22

tive Director, who steered Creative Oklahoma through its formative years, helping establish Oklahoma as a recognized region of creativity.

During her tenure, Creative Oklahoma hosted annual creativity forums to inspire collaboration across business, education, government, nonprofits, and the arts; and award galas to honor the spectacular contributions Oklahomans are making across all industries and business sectors.

Cannon, Payne, and Kanady all graduated from the University of Oklahoma. Cannon and Payne moved to Los Angeles, where they interned for Oklahoma City native Gray Frederickson, the Oscar winning film producer of The Godfather II, Apocalypse Now, and The Outsiders. Last month, the Prairie Surf team named Sound Stage #1 after their friend, mentor, and former boss.

I am honored to host and emcee the Creative Oklahoma event along with my former boss, Gray Frederickson. The event will include petite culinary fare and wine inside the Prairie Surf studios, a discussion with the honorees about the future of the Oklahoma film industry, and special announcements about new initiatives. For more information, visit creativeoklahoma.org.

Heritage Hills Home Tour ­ ARTonTAP ­ Beans and Cornbread ­ Painted Sky Opera Gala ­ Glitter Ball ­ Rodeo Hall of Fame ­ Beaux Arts Ball ­ Cowboy Christmas Ball ­

Oct. 23­24 Oct. 23 Oct. 28 Oct. 29 Nov. 6 Nov. 12­13 Nov. 27 Dec. 17

ARTonTAP supports OKCMOA’s programming and exhibitions ARTonTAP is back at OKCMOA for the 18th anniversary block party bash. Guests can enjoy over 80 varieties of beer from 14 different breweries on Saturday, Oct. 23 from 7 to 10 pm in front of the Oklahoma City Museum of Art. Tickets are $50 for OKCMOA members and $65 for the general public. New this year is a limited number of $100 VIP tickets offering early access to premium beers.

“This year, Couch Drive will be transformed into the ARTonTAP Block Party,” said Kimberley Worrell, OKCMOA director

of development. “Guests can sample over 80 varieties of beer right out front of the Museum.

We can't wait to celebrate under the stars with the Capital Distributing Beer Garden, the Gay and Ed Kirby Lounge and live music presented by Linda and Steve Slawson. Moving the event outdoors allows us to gather together safely while still offering an opportunity to support our local brewers and the Museum.”

“We are thrilled that ARTonTAP is back at the Museum this year,” said Rick Higginson, vice president of sales and marketing

for Capital Distributing. “This is always one of our favorite events and we are looking forward to showcasing some new brews in our Beer Garden. I encourage everyone to buy a ticket to support the Museum and their wonderful exhibitions and programs.”

The Capital Distributing Beer Garden will feature fan favorites like Lagunitas, Dogfish Head and Boulevard. New this year will be a variety of hard seltzers such as Topo Chico Hard Seltzer and Dos Equis Ranch Water.

Tasty bites will be available for

purchase from local food trucks, including The Fried Taco, Hot Dog OKC, Just Desserts OKC and Wicked Hangry.

Guests can dance to live music

by The Broadcasters, presented

by Linda and Steve Slawson.

There will also be a live chalk art demonstration by Elisha Gallegos. The tasting mugs are generously provided by Simmons Bank.

Tickets can be purchased at okcmoa.com/artontap and will only be sold in advance. A valid ID is required, and guests must be 21 years or older to attend.

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Judge of the District Court RICK WARREN, Court Clerk (SEAL) By: /s/illegible signature Deputy

DIVORCE

PROBATE

NAME CHANGE

(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, September 24, 2021; Friday, October 1, 2021; Friday, October 8, 2021)

(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, October 15, 2021; Friday, October 22, 2021)

(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, October 15, 2021)

IN AND FOR THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA

NOTICE BY PUBLICATION No. FD-2021-801

DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA CV-2021-2334

In the District Court within and for said County and State.

CASE NO: PB-2021-1352 NOTICE TO CREDITORS

State of Oklahoma, Oklahoma County

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Keith Fox, Plaintiff vs.

Vivien Anyanwu, Defendant The State of Oklahoma to the said Defendant, Greeting: You, the said defendant, will take notice that you have been sued in the above named Court in the above named and numbered cause for a divorce on the grounds of having no contact with Vivien Anyanwu for the last year and you must answer Plaintiff’s petition filed herein on or before the 5 day of November 2021, or said petition will be taken as true and judgment for said Plaintiff will be rendered against you according to prayer of Plaintiff’s petition.

RICK WARREN, Court Clerk (SEAL) /s/illegible signature, Deputy Clerk (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, October 1, 2021; Friday, October 8, 2021; Friday, October 15, 2021) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA

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THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA: TO THE ABOVE NAMED RESPONDENT: Leslie Howard Bear Runner GREETINGS: You will take notice that you have been sued in the above names Court by the above petitioner, for a Dissolution of Marriage on the grounds of incompatibility and that unless you answer the petition filed by the petitioner in said Court on or before the 15 day of November, 2021, said Petition will be taken as true and judgement granting to the petitioner a Dissolution of Marriage, annulling, canceling, setting aside and holding for naught the marriage contract with you and for other relief and orders rendered according to the prayer thereof.

WITNESS my hand and the seal of said Court this 23 day of September, 2021. /s/Sheryl Bear Runner /s/Cecelia Spain Petitioner Notary SUBSCRIBER AND SWORN to before me this 23 day of September, 2021.

Notary: Cecelia Spain (SEAL) My commission expires: 09/15/2025 Commission Number: 09007717 (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, October 15, 2021; Friday, October 22, 2021; Friday, October 29, 2021) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA

(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, October 15, 2021; Friday, October 22, 2021) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Louis Harrison

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NOTICE OF HEARING ON CHANGE ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME TO: All interested parties.

Take notice that Raegan Denaye Cox has petitioned to change his/her name to Raegan Denaye Keith.

A Hearing on said petition is set for 1:30 o’clock P.M. on the 30 day of November, 2021, before Judge Mai in his/her courtroom in the Oklahoma County Courthouse. Should you know of some reason why this change of name should not be allowed you must file a written protest in the above styled and numbered cause prior to the above date with the Clerk of this Court.

Should you fail to do so, the petition for change of name will be granted as prayed.

RICK WARREN, Court Clerk /s/illegible signature By: DEPUTY (SEAL) (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, October 15, 2021)

CASE NO: PB-2021-1169 STATE OF OKLAHOMA

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COUNTY OF OKLAHOMA }

Notice is hereby given to all legatees and devisees of Louis Harrison, Deceased that on the 28 day of June, 2021 Chartez Chappelle Produced and filed in the District Court of the County of Oklahoma, State of Oklahoma, an instrument in writing purporting to be the last will and testament of Louis Harrison, deceased, and also filed in said court a Petition for Probate of will praying for the Probate of said will and that Letters Testamentary be issued thereon to Chartez Chappelle as Personal Representative named in said Will.

Pursuant to an order of said court made on the 4 day of October, 2021.

Notice is hereby on the 16 day of November, 2021 at 9:00 o’clock AM Judge Kirkpatrick that said day has been appointed as the time for hearing said petition and proving said will at the County Court House 321 Park Avenue, Room 223 at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, when and where any person interested in said estate may appear and contest the same.

Dated this 4 day of October, 2021.

NIKKI KIRKPATRICK Judge of the District Court By: /s/Teresa Becker Deputy (SEAL)

DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA

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NOTICE BY PUBLICATION THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA TO: Mohammed S. Albalawi You are hereby notified that the Petitioner has sued you for Dissolution of Marriage, alleging incompatibility.

You must answer the Petition on or before the 26 day of November, 2021, or the Petition will be taken as true and a divorce and other relief sought will be granted to the Petitioner.

WITNESS MY HAND AND SEAL this 7 day of October, 2021.

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

IN RE: The name of: ) Mildred Nelwyn Tharpe ) NOTICE OF HEARING ON CHANGE ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME TO: All interested parties.

Take notice that Mildred Nelwyn Tharpe has petitioned to change his/her name to Midge Nelwyn Hart-Tharpe.

A Hearing on said petition is set for 2:00 o’clock P.M. on the 10 day of November, 2021, before Judge Truong 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, October 15, 2021) DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA

(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, October 15, 2021; Friday, October 22, 2021) IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY, STATE OF OKLAHOMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Maxine Padgett DECEASED DISTRICT COURT NO: PB-2021-875 STATE OF OKLAHOMA

Case No. FD-2021-759

William O’Brien Attorney for Petitioner 9009 N May Ave. #115 Okla. City, OK 73120 Phone: 405-752-1733

Glen David Emerson, Personal Representative Dated: September 29, 2021

IN RE: The name of: Raegan Denaye Cox

CV-2021-2301

NOTICE BY PUBLICATION

IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF: Augusta A. Ussery, Petitioner, -andMohammed S. Albalawi, Respondent.

All creditors having claims against Norma J. Emerson, 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 personal representative Glen David Emerson at 3013 Carlton Way, OKC, 73120 on or before the following presentment date: November 29, 2021, or the same will be forever barred.

NOTICE OF HEARING PETITION FOR PROBATE OF WILL

Case No. FD-2021-652 IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF: Sheryl Lynn Bear Runner, Petitioner, and Leslie Howard Bear Runner, Respondent.

Deadline: Friday 3:00 p.m. the week before publication 405-755-3311

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COUNTY OF OKLAHOMA } NOTICE OF HEARING PETITION FOR LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION Notice is hereby notified that on the 11 day of June, 2021, Cherry Babb Filed in the District Court of the County of Oklahoma and State of Oklahoma, praying for Letters of Administration to be issued to Cherry Babb upon the Estate of Maxine Padgett, deceased, of the County of Oklahoma and State of Oklahoma.

And pursuant to an order of said Court, the 29 day of November, 2021 at the Hour of 1:30 o’clock pm of said day has been appointed as the time for hearing said application, before Judge Welch, Judge of the District Court Room Probate Division Room 217, 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 Cherry Babb.

Dated this 12 day of October, 2021.

ALLEN WELCH

CV-2021-2290 IN RE: The name of: Balvenia Sue Trevino

RICK WARREN, Court Clerk /s/L.Bell By: DEPUTY (SEAL) (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, October 15, 2021) DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA CV-2021-2270 IN RE: The name of: Jose Paredes

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NOTICE OF HEARING ON CHANGE ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME TO: All interested parties.

Take notice that Jose Xavier Paredes has petitioned to change his/her name to Jose Javier Perez.

A Hearing on said petition is set for 1:30 o’clock P.M. on the 2 day of December, 2021, before Judge Ogden at 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, October 15, 2021) DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA CV-2021-2286 IN RE: The name of: Terry Devon Sykes

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NOTICE OF HEARING ON CHANGE ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME TO: All interested parties.

Take notice that Terry Devon Sykes has petitioned to change his/her name to Terry Devon Wynn.

A Hearing on said petition is set for 1:30 o’clock P.M. on the 30 day of November, 2021, before Judge Mai in his/her courtroom in the Oklahoma County Courthouse. Should you know of some reason why this change of name should not be allowed you must file a written protest in the above styled and numbered cause prior to the above date with the Clerk of this Court.

Should you fail to do so, the petition for change of name will be granted as prayed.

RICK WARREN, Court Clerk /s/Teresa Becker By: DEPUTY (SEAL)

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NOTICE OF HEARING ON CHANGE ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME TO: All interested parties.

Take notice that Balvenia Sue Trevino has petitioned to change his/her name to Balvina Sue Treviño.

A Hearing on said petition is set for 11:00 o’clock A.M. on the 2 day of December, 2021, before Judge Timmons at 11:00 o’clock 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.

COURT CLERK /s/Diane Watson By: DEPUTY (SEAL) (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, October 15, 2021) DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA CV-2021-2289 IN RE: The name of: Jacy Guynes

3:00 o’clock P.M. on the 1 day of December, 2021, before Judge Bonner at 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.

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NOTICE OF HEARING ON CHANGE ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME TO: All interested parties.

Take notice that Jacy Guynes has petitioned to change his/her name to Kamel Guynes.

A Hearing on said petition is set for

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GUARDIANSHIP (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, October 15, 2021) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA CASE NO: PG-2021-85 IN THE MATTER OF THE GUARDIANSHIP OF Angel Nico Martinez, a minor

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NOTICE OF PETITION FOR APPOINTMENT OF GUARDIAN You are hereby notified that Luis Antonio Martinez Aguirre has petitioned this Court to be appointed guardian of the person of the abovenamed minor Angel Nico Martinez, and that said Petition will be heard in the court room of Judge Kirkpatrick Room 223 in the Oklahoma County Courthouse at 321 Park Avenue on the 16 day of February, 2022, at 1:30 o’clock P.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 11 day of October, 2021.

K.NIKKI KIRKPATRICK Judge of the District Court RICK WARREN, Court Clerk By /s/illegible signature, Deputy (SEAL)

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Death by Stick n Ball: A Simon Rush Mystery

By Knighton Meade The sixth book in Knighton Meade’s Simon Rush Mystery series has hit the shelves introducing International Polo as Simon arrives in Singapore for the celebrated Far East Match between Argentina and Singapore. He also brings his bride, Parker Jane Porter, having expanded the partnership role of their professional life. Their nuptial events include glimpses not often seen on a regular hon-

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eymoon but certainly could be anticipated from a Parker and Simon lifestyle.

The drama of the celebrated match begins as the newlyweds arrive at the site of the event greeted with the sound of an explosion on the field. Unexpected as it was, the ensuing damage and smoke brought whispers of possible sales of horses with Venezuelan encephalitis which would be devastating to the event and possibly the end of International Polo in the Far East.

Simon’s college friend Case “Flash” Gordon who had instigated their attendance at the event appears, and one by one other fascinating global figures join the group. Several scenes of foul play had recently occurred as criminals were taking over local businesses owned by foreigners, such as OF

the ball is hit over the goal Flash’s drilling company, line at any height, even if Astro Energy. Also, visualthe ball comes off the hoof ize the exotic Kentucky Your favorite event is back and of a horse. Such a sport is Derby-like atmosphere that bound to attract crime, skill, better than ever. Join your friends is developing with the in Stockyards City on Saturday, romance and the unexpectarrival of the beautiful Oct. 16, from 10 am to 3 pm for, ed.

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This year, the event will feature the sport keeps them readof Singapore, some underworld figures named Dr. Ho ing Death by Stick n Ball: the a longhorn parade, a western photo booth, an equestrian meet rush, the pressures interand Boi Chou, and sparks and greet, authentic chuckwagons, spersed with the rich and will fly. the Rodeo Opry stage with live Intrigue or not, the match famous and the undermusic, a Made in Oklahoma Marmust go on. Polo is a Gentle- world. Wanting to read ket, a Stockyards "Steak" Out what happens next just man’s Sport started in the Championship Steak Cook Off, a might be what keeps those 1860s, played by a team kids corral, a corn hole tournapages turning. mounted on spectacular ment, and so much more!

Thanks to Full Circle for horses all of whose tails Join us for a western experience sharing these books with were braided and whose FRIDAY readers. mallets were called sticks the whole family will love! and wildly swung at a 3 ½ BOCC MINUTES AND PROCEEDINGS inch, 4-ounce (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, October 15, 2021) plastic ball. Still today in Singa09-27-2021 BOCC Minutes Monday September 27 2021 Board of County Commissioners 4th Amended Special Call to Order Mayor Frank Calvin Michael Washington Jess Eddy Sean Cummings Christopher Johnston Linda Bowie Sara Bana pore, a goal is Nannette Cummings Charles Whiters and Jackson Foote. Present: 3 - County Commissioner Carrie Blumert County Commissioner Kevin Calvey and County Commissioner Brian Maughan Roll Call Notice of the meeting was posted on September 20 counted when

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(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, October 15, 2021) NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BUILDING COMMISSION – CITY OF NICHOLS HILLS, OKLAHOMA CERTIFICATE OF APPROVAL APPLICATION

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BUILDING COMMISSION – CITY OF NICHOLS HILLS, OKLAHOMA CERTIFICATE OF APPROVAL APPLICATION

Notice is hereby given that an Application for a Certificate of Approval from the Nichols Hills Building Commission has been filed by the following applicant as to the following project:

Notice is hereby given that an Application for a Certificate of Approval from the Nichols Hills Building Commission has been filed by the following applicant as to the following project:

Applicant:

Timothy Hughes BC-2021-22

Applicant:

Grant Willoughby BC-2021-23

Proposed project: Demolition and construction of a dwelling

Proposed project: Demolition and construction of a dwelling

Proposed project’s address or descriptive location: 1400 Camden Way

Proposed project’s address or descriptive location: 7005 Trenton Road

The Application and supporting documentation may be inspected in the office of the City Clerk during regular business hours. No later than the Friday preceding the hearing, the full application and supporting documents will be posted at www.nicholshills.net.

The Application and supporting documentation may be inspected in the office of the City Clerk during regular business hours. No later than the Friday preceding the hearing, the full application and supporting documents will be posted at www.nicholshills.net.

This Application will be considered at a public hearing to be held by the Nichols Hills Building Commission on Tuesday, October 19, 2021 at 4:00 p.m. This public hearing will be held in the Council Chambers at Nichols Hills City Hall, 6407 Avondale Drive, Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, 73116.

This Application will be considered at a public hearing to be held by the Nichols Hills Building Commission on Tuesday, October 19, 2021 at 4:00 p.m. This public hearing will be held in the Council Chambers at Nichols Hills City Hall, 6407 Avondale Drive, Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, 73116.

Any person objecting to or supporting this Application may appear before the Nichols Hills Building Commission on the above public hearing date and show cause why the proposed Application should be approved or disapproved. Further, written support or protest regarding the Application may be filed with the City Clerk at 6407 Avondale Drive, Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, 73116, provided it is received by the City Clerk not less than three days before the public hearing.

Any person objecting to or supporting this Application may appear before the Nichols Hills Building Commission on the above public hearing date and show cause why the proposed Application should be approved or disapproved. Further, written support or protest regarding the Application may be filed with the City Clerk at 6407 Avondale Drive, Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, 73116, provided it is received by the City Clerk not less than three days before the public hearing.

Dated this 4th day of October, 2021.

Dated this 4th day of October, 2021.

Amanda Copeland, City Clerk City of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma

Amanda Copeland, City Clerk City of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma

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2021. For purposes of this agenda “Action” means any of the following: amending approving approving as amended deferring denying giving instructions to staff making a recommendation to another public body receiving documents or presentations referring to committee reconsidering re-opening returning or striking the item. Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commissioner Calvey. Recurring Agenda Items: Opening of the following bids and/or Requests for Qualifications. Any vendor wanting to review the bids or RFQs may see the Purchasing Agent immediately following this meeting. CW22022-1 Grocery Products P22920-03 American Rescue Plan Act Consulting and Management Services P22920-04 Phase 3 Triple X Mitigation/Landscape Services Blumert moved Maughan seconded to tabulate and return. CW22022-1 Grocery Products Us Foods – 2 envelopes Bimbo Bakeries P22120-03 ARPA Consultant and Management Services Nan McKay and Associates Josh Trahan – Carr Riggs and Ingram MXEA – Jennifer Menaker – IEM UHY Advisors Bridge Enterprise Solutions Ernst & Young LLP P22920-04 Triple X Mitigation/Landscape Services Greenshade Madison Turf Farms The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Blumert Calvey and Maughan Discussion and possible action regarding a recommendation from the Central Purchasing Department for selection of lowest and best bid: P22920-04 Phase 3 Triple X Mitigation/Landscape Services Blumert moved Calvey seconded to receive. P22920-04 Phase 3 Triple X Mitigation/Landscape Services Award No. 25-2021 Greenshade Trees LLC The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Blumert Calvey and Maughan Discussion and possible action regarding Resolution No. 2021-9610 for Blanket Purchase Orders as submitted by each department list available for inspection in the office of the County Clerk Room 201. Blumert moved Calvey seconded to approve with the addition of CPI Req number 12202516 and PO number 22202377. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Blumert Calvey and Maughan Discussion and possible action regarding all claims list is attached and available for inspection in the office of the County Clerk Room 201. Blumert moved Calvey seconded to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 Blumert Calvey and Maughan Departmental Items District No. 1 Discussion and possible action to approve Offer to Sell Real Property and payment of claim wherein the Board of County Commissioners will purchase from Cassandra Miller the following real estate: Lot Three3 and the North Half of Lot Four4 of Block Two2 of BOYD ACRES ADDITION together with all improvements and appurtenances there unto for the amount of $169 000.00. This property is being acquired as part of the Oklahoma County ProjectE-2008-D Crutcho Park Acquisition Project. The dollar amount contained in this Agreement is based upon the Board of County Commissioner’s original offer. This amount does not include any additional title requirements pro-rated ad valorem taxes if any closing costs or relocation payments. Requisition No. 12202356 in the amount of $169 000.00 from County Bond Fund/Crutcho Flood Control/Capital Outlay 20323130/55010. Requested by Carrie Blumert County Commissioner District No. 1 and has been approved as to form and legality by Gretchen Crawford Assistant District Attorney. Blumert moved Maughan seconded to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Blumert Calvey and Maughan Discussion and possible action to regarding an Agreement for Specific Assistance between Oklahoma County and the Oakdale Public School District pursuant to Title 19 O.S. § 33918 and Title 19 O.S. § 359; to assist Oakdale Public Schools with the construction of a road located on school property. County agrees to incur an amount not to exceed $42 794.43 for labor and equipment and to reimburse Highway Cash in said cost from District One General Fund Req. 12202507. School agrees to reimburse County an amount not to exceed $160 907.30 for 100% of materials cost. This Agreement shall be effective upon signature of both parties and shall terminate on June 30 2021. Requested by Carrie Blumert Commissioner District No. 1 and approved as to form and legality by Gretchen Crawford Assistant District Attorney. Blumert moved Calvey seconded to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Blumert Calvey and Maughan District No. 2 Discussion and possible action regarding amended contract with Oklahoma City and The Board of County Commissioners for the SHINE hours and reimbursement from the city updating graffiti release form. requested by Commissioner Brian Maughan Blumert moved Calvey seconded to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Blumert Calvey and Maughan District No. 3 Discussion and possible action to accept the resignation of Todd Lamb from the Oklahoma County Criminal Justice Authority and to appoint a member to the Oklahoma County Criminal Justice Authority from Commissioner District 3 to fulfill the unexpired term.

Requested by Kevin Calvey Commissioner District 3. Calvey moved Blumert seconded to strike. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Blumert Calvey and Maughan Engineering Discussion and possible action to approve Agreement for Services between C-P Integrated Services Inc. and the Oklahoma County Board of Commissioners for construction of Triple X Roadway Project. Requested by Stacey Trumbo PE County Engineer and has been approved as to form and legality by Gretchen Crawford Assistant District Attorney. Maughan moved Calvey seconded to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Blumert Calvey and Maughan Facilities Management Discussion and possible action regarding the contract/lease agreement between the Board of County Commissioners and M&M Cafe LLC to operate the snack bar in the Annex building. Blumert moved Maughan seconded to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Blumert Calvey and Maughan No Commissioners Comments/General Remarks Citizen Participation: Called to speak: Mayor Calvin Michael Washington Jess Eddy Sean Cummings Christopher Johnston Lilnda Bowie Sara Bana Nannette Cummings Charles Whiters Jackson Foote Adjourn 1:50 p.m. Blumert moved Calvey seconded to adjourn at 1:52 a.m. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Blumert Calvey and Maughan 09-27-2021 BOCC Claims 232000115 E0012 Crutcho FEMA Phase 7 190 169000.00 FIRST AMERICAN TITLE & TRUST

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 Swiss Cleaners @ Laundry 3737 NW 50th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73112 (405) 946-0629 LEAP COFFEE ROASTERS 44 NE 51st St. Oklahoma City, OK 73105 (405) 602-5800 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 Journey Quilt Company T-shirt Quilts 16516 N. Penn Ave. Edmond OK 73012 (405) 340-0444 journeyquilts.com 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 Balliets 6443 Avondale Dr. Nichols Hills, OK 73116 (405) 848-7811 Balliets.com BancFirst 6200 Waterford Blvd Oklahoma City, OK 73118 (405) 270-1622 Bancfirst.bank Britton Feed & Seed 708 W. Britton Rd. Oklahoma City, OK 73114 (405) 842-5590 britton-feed-seed.hub.biz

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 James B. Lowe, DDS 2821 NW 58th Oklahoma City, OK 73112 (405) 848-3535 Covenant Brothers 5900 Mosteller Dr. No. 7 Oklahoma City, OK 73112 (405) 842-4671 covbros.com

International Wigs 4429 NW 10th St, .

Oklahoma City, OK 73107 (405) 943-1233 Justin Beasley, DDS 4600 W Memorial Rd. Oklahoma City, OK 73142 (405) 755-5400 drbeasley.com We Pay Fast 2239 NW 39th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73112 (800) 937-2932 wepayfast.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. (495) 751-2126 Norwalk Furniture & Design 12100 N. May OKC, OK 73120 (405) 919-3847 All About Travel, Ltd. 6104 Northwest 63 Oklahoma City, OK 73132 (405) 384-3880 www.allabout-travel.com Pirates Alley Picture Frames 2733 W. Britton Road (405)751-4395 1700 NW 23 (405) 525-0091 piratesalleyokc.com Papa Dios 10712 N May, Suite D Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 755-2255 papadiosokc.com

Deer Clan Books 3905 N. College Ave. Bethany, OK 73008 (405) 495-9005 deerclanbooks@gmail.com J. Holland Photography 1130 W. 15th St. Edmond, OK 73013 (405) 341-5088 jhollandphotography.com First Liberty Bank 9601 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 608-0528 myfirstliberty.com First Fidelity Bank 6404 Avondale, Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 416-2222 Website: ffb.com Mathnasium of North OKC The Math Learning Center 14101 N. May, Suite 106 Oklahoma City, OK 73134 mathnasium.com/northokc (405) 412-8758 Norma Cokeley RE/MAX Preferred 9520 N. May, Suite No. 110 Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 630-7696 (405 751-4848 Denner Roofing Co. LLC 6608 N. Western Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 848-4411 dennerroofing.com Beef Jerky Emporium 810 W Danforth (next to Hobby Lobby) Edmond, OK (405) 359-8200

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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.

MEMBER OF We urge courtesy in disagreement. We view with favor wise public choices and view with alarm flawed public choices. We give good advice to public officials at federal, state and local levels, and society in general, on what to do right. So, if they don’t take our advice, it’s not our fault.

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91% COVID hospitalizations not vaccinated W

hy are so many people dying needlessly?

More than 10,000 Oklahomans have died of COVID. That is the population of The Village — gone. Guthrie or Pauls Valley gone.

Nichols Hills only has a population of 3,870.

Over 91 percent of COVID hospitalizations in Oklahoma are unvaccinated. One local television report said 98% of the deaths were unvaccinated.

Would you gamble at a Vegas casino with those odds? No. Yet almost 50 percent of Oklahomans are willing to gamble their lives. That’s 10,000 people who probably would have survived if vaccinated.

I was a Polio Pioneer at Monroe elemen-

In MY Opinion by VICKI CLARK GOURLEY vicki@okcfriday.com

tary. Nobody really knew if the vaccine was going to be effective. But one trip to the State Fair to see the iron lungs necessary to survive Polio and I couldn’t wait to get my shot.

Oklahoma has over a million and a half people unvaccinated. Some will survive.

Many will not.

A lot of this is political and it reminds me of a saying my father told me when I started to drive.

“He was right, dead right, as he sped along, but he is just as dead as if he had been dead wrong.”

Forget politics. Just go get your shot and live.

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GOOD NEWS On a happier note, vaccinated people are now able to gather and nonprofits are having all kinds of fun events. The months of complete shutdowns have been really tough on all our nonprofits. They need to raise some money and are offering extravagant events to entice you back The OKCPHIL is back on stage for classical and POPs. Lyric hosted its Broadway Ball extravaganza this week.

The Painted Sky Opera will be a grand Venetian Ball at the Skirvin on October 29.

Barbara DeMaio included a quote from John Lennon, which seems particularly relevant now.

“Everything will be okay in the end. If it’s not okay, it’s not the end.”

The Oklahoma Center for Nonprofits will present its Visions Awards on Tuesday, November 20 at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum.

The Governor’s Arts Awards will be November 9.

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Students

Oklahoma City FRIDAY, Friday, October 15, 2021, Page 11

Early childhood students bring storybooks to life

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eritage Hall’s Early Childhood Center (ECC) students brought their favorite stories and characters to life during Storybook Day, an exciting celebration of books, characters, and reading.

The fun began at carpool, with students exiting their vehicles dressed as princesses, dragons, superheroes, and other beloved characters. Following an introduction of the many characters present, each class enjoyed a story featuring one of their teachers’ favorite characters.

Then, with parents

by Jessica Leite

- Photo courtesy of Kimberly Richelle Photography

HALL HAPPENINGS looking on, students participated in an adorable storybook parade before joining their guests for a freeze dance game and pictures.

Students returned to their respective classrooms for storybook games, crafts, and snacks following the outdoor festivities.

ECC Director Barbara Leite said Story-

Heritage Hall Early Childhood Center (ECC) teacher Tracy Lewis leads a character parade during Storybook Day.

book Day is an engaging way for young students to celebrate their love of reading and the magic of characters in books.

“Through activities

such as Storybook Day, we hope to instill in students a passion for books that they will carry throughout their educational journey and beyond,” she said.

MSM’s Cornerstone program supports students

A

t the Mount, we are so proud of our Cornerstone program.

Each year we welcome a new freshman onto our campus with special needs. At Mount St. Mary, this student can thrive as a full-time student, participating in the same classes, clubs and sports as their friends.

Each student has a Cor-

by Rebekah Cleary

ROCKET REPORT nerstone scholar within each classroom to assist on classwork and homework, and help See MSM, Page 14

From left: Rebekah Cleary, Drew Boswell, Karli Shayhan and Estrella Quinones.

October 15 Covin Conrady Tonya Fondren Will Hooten Burke Johnson Julie Metheny Aaron Miller Gene Wilson October 16 David Browne Stephanie Cathcart Jan Eden Fred Lybrand Robert Mitchell Rosie Nichols Susan Seely Jennifer Semtner October 17 Maurine Boatman Ann Dorn Lizanne Garrett Trevor Lawrence Gwen Nienan Tina Porterfield Joan Pryse Shelley Ryland Sue Timberlake October 18 Beau Barnes Janice Cramer LuAnn Cravens Caleb Dawkins Jess Felder Anne Gray Conner Helms

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OKC FRIDAY

Sports Weekly FOOTBALL | WEEK 7 PREVIEW: PRAGUE AT CROSSINGS CHRISTIAN • 7 P.M. THURSDAY

Knights hosts perennial power Prague to stay in hunt

By Jason Jewell Sports Editor Keyed by a big come-from-behind win over powerhouse Jones last week, the Crossings Christian football team faced another perennial small-school power Prague on Thursday to stay in the hunt for a district title.

The Knights, along with five other Fridayland schools, played on Thursday in Week 7 because of Fall Break.

“We’re feeling pretty good,” said Crossings coach Jonathan Keathley. “It’s been nice to bounce back after a tough (2020) season.

All our goals are still in front us so we like where we are.”

Crossings Christian boasts a 4-2 overall record and 2-1 in District 2A-2, following a wild 38-29 victory over Jones last Friday.

The Knights are in a 4-way tie for second in the district standings,

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along with Millwood, Chandler and Jones.

They lost to Chandler in Week 4 and will visit Millwood on Nov. 5 to end the season.

Prague, meanwhile, is 6-0 overall and 3-0 in district play thanks to a 40-0 win against Kellyville last week.

“They are very confident and blowing people out,” Keathly said.

“Playing on Thursday makes things even a little more stressful.”

The Red Devils

WEEK 7 SCHEDULE Friday, October 15 Casady at Country Day Del City at PC North Thursday, October 14 Prague at Crossings Christian Deer Creek at Midwest City Heritage Hall at Douglass Cushing at John Marshall Western Heights at McGuinness Mount St. Mary at Bridge Creek Note: All games start at 7 p.m., unless noted.

employ a more runbased offense than many in Class 2A,

Keathly said.

“They run the ball about 90% of the time,

so our defense will need to be really assignment sound,” the coach said.

The focus will be on linebackers Blake Meek and Drew Taylor to help slow the Prague offense, according to Keathly.

Crossings’ run game with tailback Justin Walraven is also a focus as the Knights attempt to sustain drives and keep the Red Devils offense on the sideline.

VOLLEYBALL ROUNDUP

Chargers, Rockets reach state Thanks to a pair of regional championships, both the Heritage Hall and Mount St. Mary volleyball teams earned spots at the state tournament this week.

The Class 4A No. 11 Chargers (19-11) cruised to a 3-1 victory

over host Inola to win a 4A regional title and qualify for the state tournament this weekend in Shawnee. They opened with a 3-0 sweep against Oologah.

At state, Heritage Hall faces off against Tulsa-Regent Prep at 4 p.m. Friday in the quarterfinals at Shawnee High School.

With a win, they would move on to the semifinals at 11 a.m.

Saturday against the Lincoln ChristianCatoosa winner for a spot in the championship match at 5:30 p.m. Saturday.

Mount St. Mary, meanwhile, didn’t allow more than 10

- Photo by Richard Clifton, rtcditigalimages.zenfolio.com

Crossings Christian’s Gracie Maschmeier sets up a teammate during a match against Tecumseh.

points in any of its six sets to easily win a 5A regional on Monday.

The 5A No. 2 Rockets (35-6) swept Tulsa Edison in the regional final and opened with a 3-0 triumph over

Capitol Hill to reach the state tournament set for this Monday and Tuesday in the Tulsa area.

The state brackets and other regional results are at okcfriday.com.

CROSS COUNTRY ROUNDUP

Irish boys run to 3rd at Watonga Inv. With three runners in the top 25, the McGuinness boys cross country team finished third at the Watonga Invitational last week.

Will Leonard placed seventh to lead the Irish, followed by Henry Ison in 13th and Burke Johnson in 21st place.

PANTHERS TAKE 3RD AT OK 7 CONFERENCE MEET Competing as an indvidual, PC

North’s Mia Popchoke earned a runner-up trophy at the OK 7 Conference Championship meet last Saturday in Bethany.

Popchoke completed the 5-kilometer course at Eldon Lyon Park in 22:13.22, just 11 seconds off the winning pace.

Four Panther boys made the top 15 to help them to third in the team standings.

Bobby Cunningham led the way with a fourth-place finish.

Malachi Campbell took ninth, while Oli Pierce came in 14th and Eli Batts placed 15th for PC North.

Story continued at okcfriday.com.

Sports Weekly

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FOOTBALL | WEEK 6 ROUNDUP

Irish fall to Titans in OT

By Jason Jewell Sports Editor One often overlooked facet in football, especially high school, is special teams which includes punts, kickoffs and extra-point attempts.

Several special teams miscues, particularly three missed extra points, proved to be the difference as McGuinness suffered a 35-34 loss in overtime to longtime district rival Carl Albert last Friday night at Pribil Stadium.

“We have enough (offensive) weapons that we never feel like we’re out of it,” coach Bryan Pierce said after the game. “But we fell a little short in the special teams.”

The Irish (3-3, 2-1 District 5A-2) benefited from some questionable time management in the final minute of regulation to drive 75 yards for touchdown on quarterback River Warren’s 10-yard pass to Paul Tarman with 15 seconds remaining.

Warren ran for the game-tying 2-point conversion, but fumbled near the goal line where Andrew Smith fell on the ball to send the game into overtime.

In the extra period, McGuinness tailback Michael Taffe scored on a 5-yard run but the extra-point attempt was blocked giving the Irish a 34-28 lead.

The Titans responded with quarterback Reed DeQuasie tying

SOFTBALL ROUNDUP

Antlers fall to Mustang in regional Falling behind early, the Deer Creek softball team never recovered to suffer a season-ending 10-2 loss to Mustang last Thursday in a Class 6A regional tournament final.

Rylee Houska batted 2-for-3 and scored a run to lead the Antlers (29-9). Ashley Hogg belted a solo home run and Caylee Mann added an RBI double in the setback. Bailey Nettles and Charley Caslon accounted for the other two hits.

Pitcher Brynlee Alsip allowed four runs on four hits and struck out two over four innings to take the loss.

Earlier in the day, Deer Creek avoided elimination with a 6-5 win over the host Broncos to force the “if-necessary” game.

Hogg led the way again with a 2-run home run and scored an additional run.

Mann singled and drove in a pair of runs,

while Houska and Nettles also scored runs to go along with a single

by Mara Davis.

Pitcher Jaiden Coffey surrendered four runs on five hits over 4-1/3 innings to earn the victory.

The Antlers opened the tournament with a 10-5 win over Midwest City, followed by a 1-0 loss to Mustang in the semifinals and a 10-0 victory against the Bombers for a spot in the final.

BIXBY TOO MUCH FOR PANTHERS Hampered by three errors, PC North suffered an 11-0 loss to Bixby in the consolation final at a 6A regional in Choctaw.

Katie Duffy-Relf and Brylee Brungardt-Davis accounted for both hits for the Panthers (4-19) in their season-ending defeat.

Pitcher Monica Coats got roughed up for 10 runs, with just three earned, on 10 hits and struck out three to take the loss.

Story continued at okcfriday.com.

the game on a 10-yard TD scamper and made the extra-point to seal the 1-point win.

In addition to his OT run, Taffe added three other touchdowns, with two coming on runs of 17 and 1 yards and a 17-yard pass from Warren to open the game.

- Photo by Lance Payne, thephotograb.com

OTHER RESULTS • Knights get big win over Jones: Crossings Christian kicker Matthew Jolliff nailed a field goal with six seconds left and a Justin Walraven covered a loose ball in the end zone as time expired to give the Knights (4-2, 2-1 2A-2) a 38-29 upset win over Jones last Friday night.

McGuinness receiver Paul Tarman (4) catches a game-tying 10-yard touchdown pass from quarterback River Warren with 15 seconds left against Carl Albert.

• Antlers run over NW Classen: Quarterback Brett Pense threw for 164 yards and three touchdowns, including two to Michael Holley, to lead Deer Creek (5-1, 2-1 6A-II-1) to a 70-0 triumph over NW Classen last Friday.

• Chargers trounce

Bridge Creek: Quarterback Will Pague and star receiver Gavin Freeman accounted for three touchdowns each as Heritage Hall (6-0, 30 3A-1) cruised to a 4930 win against Bridge Creek last Thursday.

• Panthers fall at Lawton: PC North

quarterback Carson Laverty threw for 231 yards and a touchdown to Reece Moffett to go along with 26 rushing yards and another TD to lead the Panthers (33, 1-2 6A-II-1) in a 3328 loss at Lawton.

Story continued at okcfriday.com.

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- Photo by Rose Lane

OCU Societies honors outstanding women Kirkpatrick-Petree Music and Performing Arts Society honoree Gayle Lucas Semtner with Barbara Brou and Anne Gray at a reception hosted by Cathy and Frank Keating. Semtner and the other five award winners were set to be recognized during a luncheon earlier this week.

Village Fall Fest set MSM From Page 11 elevate their abilities over disabilities.

The Mount overwhelmingly supports

The Village Fall Festival will take place 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Duffner Park.

Activities include a noon costume contest, followed by a 2 p.m. auction. Also planned are a cake walk, carnival games, pumpkin painting, face painting, inflatables, train ride, an extreme rock wall and food concessions. our Cornerstone students and is proud to call them a part of our family. Many students and staff came together to support one of our students, Drew Boswell, in the Down Syndrome Festival and Awareness

Walk.

Drew is a talented student and a member of our Rocket Spirit team. Drew is a light to all those around her, so we are happy to build her up every chance we get!

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