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NHills fire station undergoing $3.4 million renovation

By Eric Oesch Staff Writer

When Nichols Hills City Hall received significant renovations in 2016 budgetary restraints left the Fire Department out of that project.

Today, $3.4 million and six years later a newly renovated and remodeled Nichols Hills Fire Station is set to open by Thanksgiving.

The city’s fire department was first established in 1937 and the former fire station was constructed in the mid-1960s. It received new carpet and a fresh coat of paint in 2016, but had not seen significant improvements since original construction.

“The City Council wanted to do something for the fire department at a later date when future funds could become available,” said City Manager Shane Pate. “Such funds were made available after the voters of the city authorized a bond issue for such purpose in 2019.”

Ballet names Jolicoeur-Nye artistic director

The Board of Trustees of Oklahoma City Ballet announced that Ryan Jolicoeur-Nye has been selected as the new artistic director for Oklahoma City Ballet.

Jolicoeur-Nye has served as acting artistic director since January 2022 after longtime artistic director Robert Mills resigned.

“We are thrilled to welcome Ryan Jolicoeur-Nye as our new artistic director,” said Dr. Susan E. Brackett, president of the Board of Trustees. “We look forward to him

leading us into a new era of success for the Ballet. We also deeply appreciate the support of the Kirkpatrick Family Fund (which) allowed an extensive international search for our new artistic director. We are confident we have found the best possible person.”

Christian Keesee, president of the Kirkpatrick Family Fund, said the Oklahoma City Ballet is an organization the Kirkpatrick

Design concepts for the renovation project to completely overhaul the station began in earnest in 2019 with demolition and construction starting this time last year.

“The existing fire station was 5,218 square feet,” said Pate. “It had a living room, kitchen, offices for the chief and deputy chief, an office for all other firemen to share, and an open bunk room.”

When the renovated fire station officially opens it will have an additional 3,065 square feet of space. “The entire structure has been remodeled to some extent,” he said. “All but the fire bay has been completely remodeled.

“The bunk rooms now are compartmentalized to

Quail Creek pavilion to be named in honor of Mike McAuliffe

The community is invited to a pavilion-naming ceremony honoring late city leader and Quail Creek resident Mike McAuliffe.

The event is set for 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 30 in Quail Creek’s Berta Faye Rex Park, 11130 Quail Creek Rd.

“There are many people who can lay claim for doing great things for Oklahoma

City, Jim Norick, Stanley Draper, Ray Ackerman, Patience Latting, Andy Coats, Ron Norick, Kirk Humphreys, Mick Cornett, and Jim Couch but no one beats Mike McAuliffe as OKC’s official promoter and cheerleader,” said Ward 8 Councilman Mark Stonecipher. “Mike was a long-time resident and promoter of Quail Creek neigh-

borhood.

“Founded in 1960, Quail Creek is going through a Renaissance with new families moving to the neighborhood continuing to make it one of the premier neighborhoods in Oklahoma City. I can think of no better way to remember Mike than to name the gazebo at Rex Park after him.”

DC educator finalist for top teacher

By Rose Lane Editor

A Deer Creek educator is among 12 finalists for Oklahoma Teacher of the Year.

Marcy Boudreaux-Johnson is a kindergarten through third grade reading intervention teacher at Prairie Vale Elementary School.

State Superintendent of Public Instruction Joy Hofmeister today revealed the 12 finalists for Oklahoma’s next Teacher of the Year.

“These finalists represent some of the top teaching talent in Oklahoma,” Hofmeister said. “They are exceptional individuals who have a tremendous heart for their students and an unwavering dedication to the teaching profession.

McAuliffe passed away from COVID-19 on Nov. 29, 2020.McAuliffe began his professional career at Oklahoma City’s Public Inebriate Alternative and was named the program’s director in 1977. He was promoted to chief of staff for Mayor Andy Coats and then served under

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Irish face Piedmont to secure 2nd in district race

Coming off a difficult loss to Carl Albert in Week 7, the McGuinnes football team rebounded with a dominating win last Friday and with a victory against Piedmont on Friday would secure second in the District 5A-2 standings.

Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. at Pribil Stadium in the Irish’s final game of the season.

McGuinness, which is 7-1 overall and 4-1 in district play, cruised to a 56-28 win at Southeast last Friday night.

Quarterback River Warren accounted for four touchdowns and tailback Michael Taffe ran for two more scores.

Piedmont (6-2, 3-1) sits in third place in the district standings, after dominating Shawnee in a 44-7 win last week.

The Wildcats end their season Nov. 4 against Carl Albert.

Deer Creek could take a step closer to securing a runner-up spot in District 6A-II-2 with a trip to Capitol Hill on Friday.

The Antlers (7-1, 4-1)

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posted a 64-0 shutout over Northwest Classen last Friday, behind three TD passes from quarterback Grady Adamson.

Heritage Hall ventures south on I-35 for a District 3A-2 clash at Sulphur (3-4, 2-3).

The Chargers (7-1, 50) sit atop the district standings after jumping out early in a 50-14 victory against Plainview.

Quarterback Andy Bass and tailback River Warren scored three touchdowns each.

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Mount St. Mary looks for its first district win at Mannford, as the Rockets (1-7, 0-5 3A-1) fell 49-9 to Anadarko last week.

behind quarterback Nate Rouse with three total touchdowns.

John Marshall (2-6, 1-3) hosts Weatherford

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PC North (2-6, 2-3 6A-II-2) entertains Lawton after a 44-9 setback against Putnam City. Casady, also on a 3game winning streak, hosts Christian Heritage on Friday. The Cyclones (5-3) held on for a 51-50 win at Guymon.

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Dominating from the opening kickoff, the Heritage Hall football team got one step closer to a district title with a 50-14 win over Plainview last Friday night at Pop Murray Memorial Field.

Quarterback Andy Bass and tailback River Faulkner scored three touchdowns each to

Bass tossed three TD passes to Cooper Cookson, Jordyn Harris and Zack Fetrow, while Faulkner ran for scores covering 15, 16 and eight yards.

Harris also added a 75-yard punt return about midway through the first quarter.

KNIGHTS SHUT OUT BETHEL

After opening district play with two straight losses, Crossings Christian has now amassed three consecutive victories with a 350 shutout of Bethel last Friday night at Knights Stadium.

Quarterback Nate Rouse accounted for three touchdowns, including runs of one and 22 yards and a 15yard pass to Bennett Baker to lead the Knights (6-2, 3-2 2A-2).

Linebacker Blake Meek recovered a blocked punt in the end zone.

Kicker Kaiden Laisle converted field goals of 29 and 34 yards, while also converting three

extra-point attempts.

ANTLERS RUN OVER NW CLASSEN

Jumping out to an early lead, Deer Creek cruised to a 64-0 victory over Northwest Classen last Friday night.

Quarterback Grady Adamson threw three touchdown passes, covering five yards to Bryson Rouse, 18 yards to Jake Sullivan and 31 to Mason Smith to lead the Antlers (7-1, 4-1 6AII-2).

Mason Miller and Brady Brewer scored on runs of nine and five yards, respectively, and Teddy Amorosi returned an interception 25 yards for a TD.

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Erupting for six touchdowns in the first half, McGuinness rolled to a 56-28 district win at Southeast on Friday night.

Friday, October 28 Christian Heritage at Casady Crossings Christian at Meeker Deer Creek at Capitol Hill Heritage Hall at Sulphur Weatherford at John Marshall Piedmont at McGuinness Mount St. Mary at Mannford Lawton at PC North

Heritage Hall’s Jordyn Harris (4) turns the corner and explodes for a 74-yard punt return during last Friday’s football game against Plainview.

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Antler girls win regional crown

With all five runners in the top 15, the Deer Creek girls cross country team won a Class 6A regional title last weekend in Mustang.

The Antler boys took third place, thanks to Graham Mitchell capturing the individual championship.

Mitchell completed the 5-kilometer course at Wildhorse Park in 16 minutes, 38.23 seconds or about eight seconds ahead of the field.

Tabitha Fox led Deer Creek girls with a runner-up finish, completing the 5K race in 20:00.85.

In addition, PC North’s Mia Popchoke qualified for state with a 30th-place finish in the girls’ race.

CHARGERS EARN 3A TITLE

Keyed by the individual champion and three others in the top 25, the Heritage Hall boys captured a title and the Charger girls were runners-up in a 3A regional at Waurika.

Jackson Fowler cruised to a 24-second win in the boys standings, completing the 5K course in 17:19.64 to lead the Chargers.

State meets run Saturday

State cross country meets for Class 3A-6A are set for this Saturday at Edmond Santa Fe.

The 6A girls start the day at 8:30 a.m. and the boys follow at 9:15 a.m. The 5A girls open at 10:15 a.m. with the boys at 11 a.m.

In the afternoon session, the 4A girls and boys kick off at 1 and 1:30 p.m., respectively, while the 3A races end the festivities at 2:15 and 2:45 p.m.

IRISH GIRLS TAKE 2ND AT 5A MEET

Both McGuinness teams made the 5A state meet, after the Irish girls took second and the boys were fifth at their regional in Mustang.

Gracie Blevins finished in 11th place to lead four runners in the top 25 in the girls’ 5K race at Wildhorse Park.

Andrew DeKeratry came in 16th place, as one of two Irish boys in the top 25.

KNIGHTS RUN TO 2ND AT REGIONAL

Thanks to all five runners making the top 25, the Crossings Christian boys finished second in a 3A regional at OBA in Enid.

Trey Bishop paced the Knights with a

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fourth-place effort in the 5K race.

Meanwhile, the Knight girls finished fifth behind two runners in the top 25, led by Bronwyn Link in seventh place.

Mount St. Mary’s Mackenzi DeHart claimed fifth in the standings and Josie Petterson took ninth to qualify for state.

CYCLONES 2ND AT SPC NORTH ZONE

Casady’s Larry Mathis ran to the individual championship and helped the Cyclone boys to second at the SW Preparatory Conference North Zone meet last weekend in Dallas.

Mathis finished the 5K course at Northbuck Park in 16:09.

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Quarterback River Warren accounted for four TDs for the Irish (7-1, 4-1 5A-2). Warren threw three scoring passes to Atticus Richard for 25 yards, Brennan Chumo for 19 yards and Jace Weeks for 33 yards and added a 40-yard run.

Tailback Michael Taffe scored on runs of two and 17 yards and Kellen Fraille opened the game with a 75yard punt return.

CYCLONES HOLD OFF GUYMON

Casady defensive back Dyson Fay intercepted a pass in the closing minutes of regulation to seal a wild

51-50 win at Guymon last Friday night.

Quarterback Conner Richard threw for 391 yards and a schoolrecord six touchdowns, including three to Fay and three others to Cole Phillips, Ian Wallis and Payton MitchellJohnson to lead the Cyclones (5-3).

Wallis also returned a kickoff for a TD, while kicker Braden

REPEAT CHAMPS

Rockets sweep Irish for 5A title

Without losing a set in both the state and regional tournaments, the Mount St. Mary volleyball team captured its second straight Class 5A state championship with a 30 sweep over Fridayland rival McGuinness last Saturday in Noble.

The top-seeded Rockets (41-1) held off the No. 2 Irish (32-4) for a 25-23 win in the first set, before winning the final two sets, 25-17 and 25-16.

Liv Ward, who collected more than 1,000 assists this season, was named the tournament Most Valuable Player and Ally Fees garnered All-Tournament honors.

Fees battled an ankle injury in the match and finished with 12 kills.

Ella Hale posted a team-best 20 kills, while Gia McGrew added nine kills and four digs.

With Saturday’s win, Mount St. Mary celebrated its fourth state title in school history and posted a programbest 41 wins in 2022.

The Rockets cruised to 3-0 sweeps over No. 5 Lawton MacArthur in the semifinals and

eighth-seed Coweta in the quarterfinals.

McGuinness, meanwhile, also didn’t lose a set in the semifinals against No. 6 Carl Albert and the quarterfinals against No. 7 Sapulpa.

In the 6A tournament, eighth-seed Deer Creek suffered a 3-0 loss to eventual champion Edmond Memorial in the quartefinals. The Bulldogs downed Jenks in the final match.

– By Jason Jewell

Gerard converted a field goal and four extra-point attempts.

ANADARKO DOWNS ROCKETS

Mount St. Mary stayed within a field goal in the opening quarter, but Anadarko pulled away to hand the Rockets a 49-9 loss.

Story continued at OKCFRIDAY.com.

Mount St. Mary’s Gia McGrew (15) passes ahead to a teammate during last Saturday’s state volleyball match against McGuinness.

- Photo by Mary-Ellen Wolf

Meeting with Masters

FESTIVALS

Nov. 4 •

First Friday

Paseo Arts District’s

First Friday Gallery

Walk presents two exhibitions in November: “Solo” in Gallery I and “The Small Art Show” in Gallery II. An opening reception will be held on Nov. 4 and both exhibits will run until Nov. 26. Along with the new exhibitions, November’s

First Friday will feature Pets on Paseo from 5 – 8 pm in the grass lot at the corner of 29th and Dewey. There will be animal rescue services, food and drinks. For more information, please call the Paseo Arts Association at (405) 525­2688.

THEATRE

Through Nov. 5 •

Blithe Spirit

A Ghostly Comedy!

The smash hit of the London and Broadway stages conjures its way to Oklahoma Shakespeare for a spirited and hilarious evening. Blithe Spirit, the “spirited” comedy by Noël Coward, is staged in the intimate new black box theatre at Oklahoma Shakespeare on Paseo. Okshakes.org for tickets.

Nov. 12 • Million Dollar Quartet Christmas

Four legends come together again to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year. Sun Records, now donned with a Christmas tree, garland and

Festival de Vida y Muerte • Day of the Dead Celebration Scissortail Park invites you to celebrate the Day of the Dead at the Festival of Life & Death with authentic food vendors, music, ofrendas and traditional dances. There will also be a dog parade at 1 pm, Catrinas parade at 5 pm, Catrinas contest at 7 pm and a cultural market. Festival is Sunday, Oct. 30 at Love’s Travel Stops Stage & Plaza at Scissortail Park, 300 SW 7th St. from 12 – 8 pm.

Skeletons: Museum of Osteology presents a bonechilling Halloween event, Monday, Oct. 31 with an evening of trick­or­treating, raffles, games, candy and a bounce house from 6 – 9 pm. Tickets are sold online, skeletonmuseum.com, or at the door. Online tickets purchased in advance are $2 off per person. Children under 3 are free. Skeletons is located, 10301 S. Sunnylane Rd.

mistletoe, rings with the sounds of the season and the chart­toppers that made these four famous. Follow along with Elvis, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Johnny Cash’s usual antics as we journey through a story of Christmas past, present and future. It's a jampacked evening of holidays hits and classic characters you won't want to miss at OCCC, tickets.occc.edu. Performances at 2 and 8 pm.

FUNDRAISERS

Nov. 17 •

Paseo Art Awards

The Paseo Arts Association hosts the 16th Annual Paseo Art Awards Dinner and Auction at the historic Skirvin Hilton in Downtown OKC at 6 pm to celebrate the momentous achievements of the artists and art supporters of Oklahoma. Through the Paseo Arts Awards, we are able

to encourage strength in the local arts movement and inspire future generations to leave a creative impact of their own.

THIS WEEKEND

Oct. 29 • Steampunk Festival Wear your best Steampunk (or Halloween) get­up for the Cowboy Museum’s fall celebration. Create your own Steampunk goggles and spurs, explore the Design­aRobot maker space and create your own mini ‘bot out of everyday objects. Try your hand at fast­draw target practice. Look out for a penny­farthing and learn a dance or two. Create a phenakistoscope and roll a beeswax candle. Learn how to parasol duel and more. (While supplies last) Free to Museum members or with Museum admission 10 am– pm, nationalcowboymuseum.org.

Above: Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, Chief Impact Officer of BetterUp.

At left, Lance with Tyra Banks, supermodel, TV mogul and founder of the new Smize Cream.

The National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum unveiled a multimillion-dollar renovation of the Sam Noble Special Events Center, one of the most popular event spaces in Oklahoma, at a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, Oct. 19.

to a generous donation from The Samuel Roberts Noble Foundation, the event space recently received a complete renovation to better equip it to hold the 250 events it hosts each year.

“There really is no other event space quite as special in the region, and we’re so excited to have been able to make the best that much better,” said Museum President and CEO Pat

Fitzgerald. “We’re very grateful for The Samuel Roberts Noble Foundation and their continued support of this special part of the Museum.”

Beginning in July, the space received a floor-to-ceiling makeover, including all new paint, wood finishes, wall coverings, carpeting, lighting, A/V equipment and more, as well as new tables and chairs for use during events. This includes 212 upgraded LED light fixtures, 1,817 ceiling tiles, 3,828 carpet tiles and 3,500 square feet of wall fabric. A total of 4,195 manhours went into the almost six-week renovation.

The Noble Foundation provided the original funding for the construc-

tion of the Sam Noble Special Events center in 1992, as well as the creation of the iconic ‘Windows to the West’ Wilson Hurley triptychs. “This is a special place for so many Oklahomans,” said Vivian DuBose, chair for Noble’s Board of Directors. “It memorializes Oklahoma’s heritage and people, while providing a venue for today’s most important nonprofit events. The Noble Foundation is proud to continue our association with the National Cowboy Museum.”

Completed in 1996 by Prix de West artist Wilson Hurley, the five triptychs in the Sam Noble Special Events Center, collectively dubbed “Windows to the West,” depict different Western

locations caught at sunset, with a similar horizon line and light streaming in from the West. Museum staff covered the 16 x 46 ft triptychs to be able to keep them in place during renovation.

“Those pieces were created specifically for that space, and it proved to be safer for them to stay in place rather than risk damage during removal and storage,” said Chief Curator David Davis. “The triptychs are such a special part of that space and that’s really what sets it apart from other venues. Now with all of the new finishes surrounding them and new LED lighting, I don’t believe they’ve ever looked better.”

National Cowboy Museum unveils renovated Sam Noble Special Events Center

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Ceremony included unveiling of commemorative bronze plaques celebrating The Samuel Roberts Noble Foundation

The Masters of Scale Summit in San Francisco brought together 800 entrepre‐neurs, business leaders, investors, artists and connectors to talk about the future and debate strategies for meeting the challenges ahead. The goal was to create a collaborative environment where forward‐thinking business leaders could exchange ideas, learn from each other and co‐elevate.

Lance McDaniel with Ron Howard, Oklahoma native and Oscar-winning director.

Princess Reema, Saudi Arabian Ambassador to the US, discussing how she helped expand women’s rights in her country. She is the first female envoy in the country's history.

Bill Gates, Microsoft founder, philanthropist with Reid Hoffman, host of Masters of Scale

Three receive Casady alumni awards during annual banquet

During Casady School’s annual Celebration of Alumni Banquet in Calvert Hall, Max Blumenthal ’11 received the Young Alumni Achievement Award, Dr. Anureet Bajaj ’87 received the Alumni Achievement Award and Scott McLean ’74 received the Distinguished Graduate Award.

Casady has taught and affected these three people in different ways but in a manner that keeps them connected to the school and each other.

“The Casady Alumni Association Board of Director’s purpose is to be a connector between Alumni and Casady and help maintain and enhance a solid relationship,” Alumni Association Board Chairman Johnson Hightower ’71 said.

by Krish Vasan

“Our goal is for alumni to stay connected to the school through events, activities and communication.”

For his acceptance speech, Blumenthal, who competed in the world championships for rowing and has created his own company, talked about how his seventh grade Latin teacher inspired him to examine what the true meaning of learning was.

“The purpose of an education is to bring out that which is inside of you in order to become a better person,” Blumenthal said.

In addition to this, Blumenthal raised the question about “How do we encourage more people to go against the grain to make a difference?”

While he didn’t have an answer, he did have an idea of three characteristics.

“I attribute my choice to three primary things: exposure to the world, encouragement to follow my interests and support from others,” Blumenthal said.

Dr. Anureet Bajaj ’87, a pioneer for women in the field of plastic surgery and a runner, was told she would never make it in her field; she now has her own clinic, Bajaj Plastic Surgery.

“I believe we are stronger if we help raise one another and raise each other,” Dr. Bajaj said. “It’s been my

pursuit to help women who want to choose surgical careers, or whatever career, because you can do anything you want to do if you want to do it.”

The last recipient was Scott McLean McLean raised nearly $180 million for United Way, was CEO and president of Amegy Bank in Houston, and was selected to be president and COO of Zions Bank in 2014. Looking back, McLean reminisced about his time with his soccer coach David Gorham.

“Mr. Gorham made me look forward,” he said. “He also taught me that even in defeat or loss or failure, we can be our best. We can be special.”

During his speech, McLean paid tribute to his school friend Mark

Harding Fine Arts students bring home awards

Several students at Harding Fine Arts Academy have received state awards and honors for their artistic, academic and athletic endeavors.

JD Rodgers, junior, was selected for the Central Oklahoma Choral Director's Association AllRegion Honor Choir for the 3rd straight year. The All-Region Choir concert will be at Southern Hills Baptist Church on Tuesday.

Imani Carr, senior, was awarded College Board’s National African American Recognition Award. The College Board's National African American Recognition Program is an academic honor for academically exceptional African American students who have scored in the top 10 percent of the state on the PSAT or earned a score of 3 or

higher on two or more AP exams by their junior year.

Three students from Harding Fine Arts Academy auditioned for the North Central Honor Orchestra, and Rachel Graham, junior, received fifth chair in Violin II.

The competitive drama team won second place at the Regional One-Act Play Competition and will advance to state competition.

HFAA Drama Team with second place award after compeition.

Spradling ’74 by creating the Mark Spradling Fellowship fund with an initial deposit of $500,000.

“My advice to people is to stay in what you’re doing,” McLean said.

At the end of the event, Head of School Nathan Sheldon urged everyone in Calvert Hall to be like the peo-

ple who came before them, by laying the foundations for success for future generations of Cyclones. He concluded the evening with a quote from former Head Field Hockey Coach Dorotha Edwards.

“Remember who you are and what you represent.”

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Dick Marshall

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Three students (Cayden Ball, senior, Imani Carr, senior, and Gracelyn Tramba, junior, were awarded All-Star Actor. All students in the competition are eligible for this award and only ten are given during the competition.

The HFAA Martial Arts Team earned 12 gold, six silver, and eight bronze medals at their meet earlier this month.

Becky Harvey Aex Neff Mark Olbert James Pickel Ann Richter

Randy Splaingard June Stevens Clem Wehba October 31

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Jonathan Foster

Jane Ann Jayroe

Branden Kite

Mark McCubbin

Mark McCurdy

Meredith Miers

Troy Shelton

Jerry Walker

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Erin Yancy November 1

Kate Benear

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Harold Jensen

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Marianne Rooney November 2

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IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA Case No. FD-2022-2015

In the Matter Of The Marriage Of: Malik F. Ashqar,) Petitioner,) and) Jessica M. Isbell,) Respondent.)

PETITION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE

Comes now the Petitioner, Malik A. Ashqar, by and through William O’Brien, attorney at law and in support of this petition states as follows:

1. That the parties were married in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, on or about May 14, 2018 and that since that time they have grown incompatible to a degree that warrants the legal termination of their marriage.

2. That the Petitioner has been a legal resident of Oklahoma City in Oklahoma County for the preceding six months that makes this jurisdiction the proper forum for this action in accordance with Oklahoma law.

3. That no children have been born of the marriage and that the Respondent is not now pregnant.

4. That during the marriage the parties have acquired personal properties and that they should be awarded the personal property that is currently in their individual possession and that any debts that may have been incurred during their marriage is in their individual capacity and that they should personally be responsible for any such debts.

WHEREFORE, premises considered, the Petitioner requests that this Court issue an order dissolving the marriage of the parties in accordance with the terms set forth in this petition.

RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED, /s/ William O’Brien #6736 Attorney for Petitioner 9009 N. May Ave. #115 Oklahoma City, OK 73120 405-752-1733 bobrien3@cox.net

VERIFICATION

This is to certify that I, Malik F. Ashqar the Petitioner in this action, state under penalty of perjury that I have read it and that its terms are true and correct.

/s/Malik F. Ashqar

(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, October 28, 2022; Friday, November 4, 2022; Friday, November 11, 2022)

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA Case No. FD-2022-2348

In Re the Marriage of:) Anabalbina Gomez de Martinez,) Petitioner,) and) Mayolo Martinez,) Respondent.)

NOTICE BY PUBLICATION

THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA TO: You are hereby notified that the Petitioner has sued you for Dissolution of Marriage, alleging incompatibility. You must answer the Petition on or before the 26 day of November, 2022, 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 12 day of October, 2022.

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

(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, October 28, 2022; Friday, November 4, 2022; Friday, November 11, 2022)

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA Case No. FD-2022-2709

In Re the Marriage of:) Kevin James,) Petitioner,) and) Geral Jordan Martinez Guerrero,) Respondent.)

NOTICE BY PUBLICATION

THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA TO: You are hereby notified that the Petitioner has sued you for Dissolution of Marriage, alleging incompatibility. You must answer the Petition on or before the 30 day of November, 2022, 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 17 day of October, 2022.

RICK WARREN, Court Clerk

/s/Teresa Becker Court Clerk (SEAL)

28,

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY

OF OKLAHOMA

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF BRENDA K. TAUTFEST, DECEASED.

NOTICE OF HEARING FINAL ACCOUNT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE, PETITION FOR DETERMINATION OF HEIRS, DISTRIBUTION OF ESTATE AND DISCHARGE

Rebecca O’Kelley, having on this day presented for settlement and filed in this Court her Final Account of the administration of the Estate of Brenda K. Tautfest, Deceased, and having filed with her account a Petition for Determination of Heirs and Distribution of the Estate of Brenda K. Tautfest, Deceased, and Discharge as Personal Representative.

NOTICE is hereby given that on November 29, 2022 at 1:30 pm in the Courtroom of the undersigned Judge, or the Judge to whom this cause is assigned on said hearing date, in the County Courthouse in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, has been duly fixed and appointed by the Court for the hearing thereon, at which time and place any person interested may appear, and show cause, if any they have, why said account should not be approved, the heirs of said Decedent should not be determined, the distribution of said Estate should not be made as prayed for, and said Rebecca O’Kelley discharged as Personal Representative.

/s/ Nichole M. Gillett SPECIAL JUDGE NICHOLE M GILLETT

Richard Winblad, OBA 14457 Winblad Law PLLC 102 E. Thatcher St Edmond, Oklahoma 73034 Telephone: (405) 696-0422 Facsimile: (866) 712-1093 Richard@WinbladLaw.com Attorney for Personal Representative (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, October 21, 2022; Friday, October 28, 2022)

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA Case No. PB-2022-1204

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OFJOHN FORREST WHITE, DECEASED.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

TO THE CREDITORS OF JOHN FORREST WHITE, DECEASED:

All creditors having claims against the above-named Decedent are required to present the same, with a description of all security interest and other collateral (if any) held by each creditor with respect to such claim, to the named Personal Representative at the offices of Winblad Law PLLC, attorneys for said Personal Representative, at the address shown below on or before the following presentment date, to-wit: the 13th day of December, 2022, or the same will be forever barred.

Dated this 13th day of October, 2022.

/s/Richard Winblad Richard Winblad, Attorney for Personal Representative

Richard Winblad, 14457 Winblad Law PLLC 102 E. Thatcher St Edmond, Oklahoma 73034 Telephone: (405) 696-0422

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(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, October 28, 2022)

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA CV-2022-2010

In the Matter of the Application ) of Michelle Ray Henderson

NOTICE

To Whom It

From HADLEY SARA

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HADLEY SARA HENDERSON;

the Honorable Judge Timmons of Oklahoma

ALCOHOL BEVERAGE LICENSE

establishment with business premises located at 3701 Springlake Drive in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, under the business name of 5nepaguys.

Dated this 12 day of October, 2022.

/s/ Punya Pandey /s/ Anupam Ghimire County of Tarrant, State of Texas.

Before me, the undersigned notary public, personally appeared: Punya Pandey and Anupam Ghimire to me known to be the person(s) described in and who executed the foregoing application and acknowledged that they executed the same as their free act and deed.

/s/Janak Bhandari, Notary Public (SEAL) State of Texas #133654669 My commission expires 03/18/2026

CITY OF NICHOLS HILLS

(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, October 21, 2022; Friday, October 28, 2022; Friday, November 4, 2022)

NOTICE OF SALE OF BONDS

In accordance with Title 62, Oklahoma Statutes, 2021, Section 354, as amended, notice is hereby given that the City of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, will receive sealed or electronic bids on November 8, 2022, until 11:30 a.m., local time, at the City Clerk’s office at 6407 Avondale Drive, Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, for the sale of $8,400,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2023, dated January 1, 2023, of said City, which Bonds will mature $700,000 on July 1, 2025 and $700,000 annually each year thereafter until paid, with the last maturity on July 1, 2036 to likewise be $700,000.

The General Obligation Bond, Series 2023 maturing in the years 2025 through 2029 are not subject to redemption prior to maturity. The General Obligation Bonds, Series 2023 maturing in the years 2030 through 2036 are subject to redemption at the option of the City on any date on or after July 1, 2029, at the principal amount thereof, plus accrued interest to the date of redemption.

Bids filed with the City Clerk shall be opened and read in the City Clerk’s Office at the time stated above and shall be awarded thereafter on said date by the City Council of the City of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma in Council Chambers, 6407 Avondale Drive, Nichols Hills, Oklahoma. Bids received after 11:30 a.m. on the above mentioned date will not be accepted and will be returned to the bidder unopened. There will be no exceptions to this policy.

The General Obligation Bonds, Series 2023 shall be sold to the bidder bidding the lowest interest cost which the Bonds shall bear and agreeing to pay par and accrued interest for the Bonds. Each bidder shall submit with its bid a sum in cash, cashier’s check, or electronic (wire) transfer payable to the Treasurer of the City of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma equal to two percent (2%) of the principal amount of the Bonds. The right is reserved to reject all bids.

The General Obligation Bonds, Series 2023 is a combined purpose bond issue composed of $4,379,000 Streets Bonds, $1,861,000 Water System Bonds, $300,000 Sanitary Sewer System Bonds, $1,220,000 Fire Bonds, $150,000 Technology Improvements Bonds, $120,000 Parks Bonds, $270,000 Public Works Facility Bonds, and $100,000 Police Bonds from a February 12, 2019 election authorization, all of which shall be sold together as

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.

A Hearing on said petition is set for 11:00 o’clock A.M. on the 17 day of November, 2022, 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.

ALETIA HAYNES TIMMONS RICK WARREN, Court Clerk By /s/J.Pulley Deputy (SEAL) (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, October 28, 2022)

DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA CV-2022-2018

IN RE: The name of:) Drew Dekort)

NOTICE OF HEARING ON CHANGE ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME

TO: All interested parties.

Take notice that Drew Alexandra Dekort has petitioned to change his/her name to Drew Alexandra Poirier.

A Hearing on said petition is set for 1:30 o’clock P.M. on the 16 day of November, 2022, before Judge Mai in his/her courtroom in the Oklahoma County Courthouse. Should you know

RICK WARREN, Court Clerk /s/illegible signature BY DEPUTY (SEAL) (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, October 28, 2022)

DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA CV-2022-2019

IN RE: The name of:) Kimberlee Brown)

NOTICE OF HEARING ON CHANGE ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME

TO: All interested parties. Take notice that Kimberlee Brown has petitioned to change his/her name to Kimberlee Megow.

A Hearing on said petition is set for 10:00 o’clock A.M. on the 18 day of November, 2022, before Judge Stinson 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)

OKC Zoo Safari Lights presented by OG&E, provides both a drive-thru and expanded walk-thru experience with more than 70 themed light sculptures, interactive displays as well as new activities like an opening night fun run, a sensory-friendly night and Dinner with Santa.

It’s going to be a bright holiday season with the return of the Oklahoma City Zoo’s annual OKC Zoo Safari Lights presented by OG&E. Safari Lights is a festive celebration of lights and holiday fun with a wild touch. Revelers of all ages will enjoy the opportunity to discover larger-thanlife illuminated lanterns highlighting wildlife of the world, prehistoric animals and seasonal scenes while on a driving tour through the OKC Zoo. The estimated drive time to complete the Safari Lights tour is 2030 minutes. Supporting sponsors include Devon and MidFirst Bank.

OKC Zoo Safari Lights begins Saturday, Nov. 12 and runs nightly through New Year’s Day, Sunday, Jan. 1, 2023 with drivethru and walk-thru experiences from 5:30 to 11 pm with the last check-in at 10 pm.

Safari Lights will be open on holiday nights

including Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve.

After the driving tour, guests park and re-enter the Zoo for an additional walking experience that begins in the entry plaza with a musical light presentation designed by Miranda Family Lights of Edmond, featured on The Great Christmas Light Fight broadcast on the ABC television network in 2019. The walking tour continues through the Zoo’s Children’s Zoo along the Lakeside pathway where guests will enjoy interactive light displays and picture-perfect photo ops. Savor the evening with sweet treats such as s’mores and cookies and tasty beverages available for purchase in the Safari Café and Canopy Restaurant. Then pop in the Zoo’s Safari Gift Shop to check out a wide selection of oneof-a-kind toys and gift ideas including the event’s exclusive souvenir Glow Packages featuring light-up wristbands, necklaces, sabers and various zoovenirs. Both small packages, $49.99 each, and large packages, $89.99 each, are available to purchase online in advance with event tickets at okczoo.org/safarilights.

The Oklahoma General Election is Nov. 8, 2022. Voters will elect a governor, members of the U.S. House and U.S. Senate, as well as a number of state and local offices.

Check Your Registration:

• The deadline to register to vote for this election has passed.

• You can check your voter registration at vote.org/am-iregistered-to-vote/

Here’s what you need to know to cast your ballot and make sure it’s counted.

Vote by Mail:

• The deadline to request a vote by mail ballot has passed.

• When returning your ballot, it must be received no later than the end of business hours on Nov. 7, 2022 if delivering the ballot inperson, or by 7 pm on Nov. 8, 2022 if sending the ballot by mail.

Vote Early:

• In-person absentee early voting will be available from Nov. 2, through Nov. 5, 2022.

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ily, friends, classmates.

Making a Scene

By Constance Wu

The recent publication of Constance Wu’s essays has put a new edge on memoir-inessays, the title itself hints of creative action ahead. The eighteen segments do more than give a slice of Constance’s life of growing up in Richmond, Virginia. Each telling represents her life, the people in it, her hopes and dreams as life flows for her. The expected challenges of being an Asian girl living in a very Southern community reveal as much about that lifestyle as it does about Constance’s fam-

She writes relatable essays of goals, successes, failures, pursuit of careers in the creative fields. As a youngster she wanted to be a writer until this hope was dashed from an incident involving a lack of trust from her teacher. She quickly decided acting was better for her anyhow. She turned to Method Acting, auditioning and began gaining confidence. She waited tables, learned lines, had confrontations with older men, took chances in all things and learned hard lessons of “making it” in the arts.

She worked hard at call-backs, sex, friendships, love, animals especially a very special bunny rabbit, to learn to succeed in the big city. She stumbled a few times while learning when to trust and when to doubt. The les-

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sons that she shares with the readers are universal. The book is a book of life and dreams of those who are willing to work for them. Constance tried and then tried again. Her breakthrough leading role was in Fresh Off the Boat and it was the first of success that brought her success and fame.

She earned a nomination for a Screen Actors Guild Award, two Television Critics Association Awards and in 2018 a Bill of Rights

Award from the ACLU. Life took off like a rocket. Making a Scene is a truthful tale of the travails and the travels of Constance Wu, who writes of her life of “heartbreak, forgiveness, struggle and heartbreak” and the satisfaction of knowing oneself well enough to produce a truthful road to success, hard knocks and all.

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

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

Junior’s Supper Club 2601 NW Expressway Oil Center Building (405) 848-5597 juniorsokc.com

Boutique One 6478 Avondale Dr. Nichols Hill Plaza (405) 888-9822 boutiqueone.store

The Learning Tree 7638 N. Western Wilshire Village (405) 848-1415 learningtreeokc.com

Carwin’s Shave Shop 6411 Avondale Dr. Nichols Hills Plaza (405) 607-1197 carwinsshaveshop.com

Winter House 6411 Avondale Dr. Nichols Hills Plaza (405) 607-1199 winterhouseinteriors.com

International Wigs 4429 NW 10th St, . Oklahoma City, OK 73107 (405) 943-1233

Nancy Farha’s 9205 N. Pennsylvania Casady Square The Village, OK 73120 (405) 775-0404 nancyfarha.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

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

All About Travel, Ltd. 6104 Northwest 63 Oklahoma City, OK 73132 (405) 384-3880 www.allabout-travel.com

Papa Dios 10712 N May, Suite D Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 755-2255 papadiosokc.com

Deer Clan Books 3905 N. College Ave. Bethany, OK 73008 (405) 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) 608-4500 myfirstliberty.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

Beef Jerky Emporium 810 W Danforth (next to Hobby Lobby) Edmond, OK (405) 359-8200

First Source Real Estate Residential Sales 12020 N. Penn Ave. OKC, OK 73120 (405) 236-4747

Michael Biddinger Real Estate Commercial Sales, Management 12020 N. Penn Ave. OKC, OK 73120 (405) 236-4747

The Adult Clinic at Hearts for Hearing 11500 N. Portland Ave. OKC, OK 73120 (405) 548-4335

Ann Arthur Fur and Leather 5637 N. Pennsylvania Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 262-3015 annarthurfurandleather. com

Christian Science Reading Room 6490 Avondale Drive (Nichols Hills Plaza North) Nichols Hills, OK 73116 405 843-5334 christianscienceokc.org

Safari Lights, the Zoo’s wildly popular holiday event, returns bigger and brighter than ever

Preventing poverty: Begin at the public education level

J esus told his disciples: “You will always have the poor with you.” It was a statement of fact. But we can reduce it.

Some folks today use that quote from Jesus as an excuse to accept poverty and apparently feel there is no obligation of the more fortunate population to do anything about it.

There is also belief among many that those in the clutches of poverty are there of

their own making.

Americans mostly are sympathetic to the unfortunate and really are compassionate about wanting to help the poor, regardless of how and why they got that way.

Obviously some poverty victims made bad choices, of their own free will, that brought on their misfortune.

While we struggle with the hurt of poverty and its victims, we have largely ignored

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the prevention equation of the problem.

Have we failed in doing our part to prevent poverty?

There is truth in the old saying that “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.”

Wouldn’t it be better if we could do something to lessen the hurt by eliminating, or at least reducing, it before it gets its

Dear WiseElder: At age 83, I’m still keeping a watchful eye checking daily on my mother who is 100 and living in her own home. She is sharp and I love her, but frankly, it is exhausting for me to juggle things to have time for her personal care, weekly supplies, and occasional help with her home repairs. I’m challenged to jug-

nasty grip on maybe more than 20% of our population?

Well, we can do something to start reducing this nasty plight on our society.

First, why are people caught in poverty? It’s because they are unable (or in some cases, unwilling) to provide economic support to themselves and their family.

Why are they not

gle affairs in my home, my grown children, my grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Dear Challenged: It is possible to be a loving family member, but don’t try to be superhuman. Accept the fact that you can only do your best. First, prioritize – your first responsibility is to those in your own home. Secondly, schedule and

able to perform, get and hold down a job, like everybody else?

They can’t get a job and they can’t hold a job once they get one.

Why?

Because they do not have the simple basics of an education society failed to provide them.

Oops! That’s us!

They are the dropouts. They are the ones we didn’t discover and save in our broken public school system. The ones who can’t read or add 2 plus 2.

No gumption because we did not give them the necessary education we

block off time for the priorities – some daily, some weekly and some bi-weekly. Third, delegate some of the care for your mother to a reputable agency for periodic private duty care and companionship. You make the arrangements, but use the funds she has to pay for service.

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promised them.

Don’t blame incompetent teachers because it is the rest of society that allows them to be in our classrooms without getting the job done.

Things are beginning to change. We really are beginning to get some of those nonperforming teachers out of the hard-toteach classrooms.

Be aware of the need for education results and stand pat for achievement of basic skills.

We can lessen poverty before it starts!

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give our firemen more privacy and a place to study,” he added. “We’ve added new locker rooms, expanded and opened the kitchen and updated the ventilation equipment in the fire bay. The existing facility also received all new furniture and appliances.

“We have added a large room to conduct training events and serve as an emergency operations command center in the event of an emergency,” he said. “A conference room, two offices, public restrooms, copy room and a small kitchenette area round out the amenities of the remodeled station.

Pate feels the new additions to the station will benefit residents in many ways.

“The training facilities will better equip our firemen in responding to a variety of emergencies, and potentially improve our ISO rating in the future, which would help reduce property insurance rates for resi-

dents,” said Pate. “The training facility may also serve as public information or vaccine centers for the public.’

ISO, or Insurance Services Office (ISO), is an independent, forprofit organization. The ISO scores fire departments on how they are doing against its organization’s standards to determine property insurance costs.

A new emphasis on public health features a receiving area for resident to receive blood pressure tests.

“The blood pressure station will be available for residents to have

their blood pressure checked,” he added. “All of these improvements will improve the quality of work and life for our firemen, which will help them be better emergency responders to our residents,” he added.

The $3.4 million project was approved in a 2019 General Obligation Bond election with most of the money coming from the GO bond. A small portion came from the city’s general fund.

Jenco Construction has performed construction work on the project. FSB Architects and Engineers have been the primary architecture firm,

with some assistance by Gould Evans as a consultant. with architecture designs by FSB Architects and Engineers. “We awarded the bid for this project during the pandemic when supply chain issues were causing shortages, pricing volatility with lumber, steel and glass, requiring bids to come in higher than originally estimated,” said Pate.

Although the city has no plans to grow the department in the immediate future, the new layout is designed to enable the city to grow

in personnel by several positions.

“Our firemen are friendly and have a great department culture, which translates in their interactions with the public,” he said. “I know our department personnel make it a point to get to know our residents and assist them with a variety of issues outside of fire or medical emergencies, so that if ever they are in a situation where they need emergency responders, the resident sees a familiar face with whom they’ve built trust.

The department has a

response time of approximately four minutes with a response district just under three square miles. The city has over 1,800 homes, nearly 200 businesses, three large churches and a private school.

Nichols Hills has an Automatic Aid agreement with The Village Fire Department and is a member of the Intrastate Mutual Aid Compact which is a statewide Mutual Aid agreement.

The department has 14 full-time personnel including the chief, deputy chief and a threeshift platoon system of

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Mayor Ron Norick, where he helped coordinate the city’s first MAPS initiative.

McAuliffe’s entrepreneurial spirit and business acumen helped him launch Bledsoe Norick McAuliffe Advertising Agency, Doctor ON Call and Oklahoma City Events.

As CEO of Oklahoma Events, McAuliffe founded the Oklahoma Jazz Festival, Festival of the Pig, and the annual Holiday River Parade on the Oklahoma River that featured waterskiing elves, holiday-themed lighted boats, and a laser light show.

A community leader, McAuliffe served on numerous nonprofit boards including Rotary Club 29, Allied Arts, Arts Council of Oklahoma City, American Red Cross, Oklahoma City Beautiful, CrimeStoppers, Make-A-Wish Foundation, Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce, OKC Philharmonic, United Way, USS Memorial at Pearl Harbor, and Variety Health Center.

“It has been nearly two years since my brother’s untimely COVID passing and still people continue to reach out and share their best Mike McAuliffe moments.,” said Deborah McAuliffe Senner. “He loved this city and the people in it. He would indeed be touched and honored with the city naming the pavilion in his memory. We miss Mike every day but his legacy truly lives on in so many ways.”

TEACHER

The 2023 Oklahoma Teacher of the Year is to be named in March.

Beginning July 1, the honoree assumes full-time Teacher of the Year duties, which include speaking engagements and serving as Oklahoma’s ambassador for teachers.

Teacher of the Year finalists are selected by a cross-section of leading educators, lawmakers and civic leaders representing all regions of the state.

The 2022 Oklahoma Teacher of the Year Rebecka Peterson continues touring Oklahoma until July. Boudreaux-Johnson said her teaching philosophy is based on the example her own teachers set for her.

“To this day I remember the teachers who helped to make me feel confident and comfortable in my learning environment,” she said. “I work hard to be that teacher for students on our campus. An outstanding teacher, in my opinion, will meet a child where they are, not only academically but also emotionally, and guide them to academic achievements within the classroom.”

Choice

“50 Most Powerful Women” Ballot

o ANN ACKERMAN Community Volunteer

o MO ANDERSON Co-Owner, Keller Williams Realty

o SUE ANN ARNALL Lawyer, Arnall Family Found.

o KITTI ASBERRY Exec.Dir., Comm. Status of Women

o JARI ASKINS Chief Admin., State Court System

o BRENDA JONES BARWICK Chairman, OK Status of Women

o JANIENNE BELLA Pres., CEO, Girl Scouts

o CHRISTINE BERNEY VP, Comm. Relations, OKC Thunder

o STEPHANIE BICE 5th District, U.S. Representative

o KATY EVANS BOREN Pres./CEO, OKC Innovation District

o MARTHA BURGER Civic leader, Philanthropist

o JILL CASTILLA Pres. & CEO, Citizens Bank

o SUNNY CEARLEY Pres., CEO, Allied Arts

o SODY CLEMENTS Nichols Hills Councilwoman

o TERRI COOPER Community Volunteer

o TERRI CORNETT Allied Arts Consultant

o HEATHER COYLE District Judge

o TERESA ROSE CROOK Exec. Dir., Comm. Foundation OK

o CATHY CUMMINGS

Candidate County Commissioner

o T. SHERI DICKERSON Director, OKC Black Lives Matter

o STACY DYKSTRA CEO, Regional Food Bank OK

o LIZ EICKMAN Dir., Kirkpatrick Family Fund

o FRANCIE EKWEREKWU

Assistant Fed. Public Defender

o NANCY ELLIS Volunteer, Philanthropist

o ERIN ENGELKE Exec. Dir. Calm Waters

o CHRISTY EVEREST Philanthropist

o TRICIA EVEREST

o MARY FALLIN

Secretary of Public Safety

Former Governor of Oklahoma

o MIKI FARRIS Exec. Dir., Infant Crisis Services

o TRISHA FINNEGAN Pres., CEO, OKC Community Found.

o KAY FLOYD State Senator

o KELLY DYER FRY Dev. Dir., OKC Mental Health

o JANE JAYROE GAMBLE Author, Volunteer

o KIM GARRETT

Founder, Vision. Officer, Palomar

o ANN FELTON GILLILAND CEO, Habitat for Humanity o A.J. GRIFFIN

Paycom Dir. Government Affairs

o NOMA GURICH

OK Supreme Court Justice

o DEBBY HAMPTON Pres./CEO, United Way of Cen. OK

o JOBETH HAMON OKC Councilwoman

o AIMEE HARLOW Community Volunteer

o JUDY HATFIELD Pres., Equity Commercial Real Estate o MAUREEN HEFFERNAN CEO, Scissortail Park, Myriad

o KIM HENRY

Exec, Dir, Sarkeys Foundation

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Painted Sky Opera celebrates at the Skirvin

Opera stars Emily Remmert, left, and Becky McGuigan at the Painted Sky gala at the Skirvin.

Opera lovers Christopher Lloyd, left, and Erik Salazar.

Birdwell family members Brian Birdwell and Robyn Birdwell at the event honoring OCU’s Dr. Florence Birdwell, coach and mentortothestars.

Painted Sky founder and director Barbara DeMaio and OCU’s Dr.Mark Parker.

Larry and Rhona Davis.

- Photos by Fran Kozakowski

family and its entities have deeply cared for since its founding in 1972.

“We are thrilled with the ballet’s decision to name Ryan Nye artistic director,” Keesee said.

“His award-winning choreography and experience in this arena will undoubtedly renew the company’s trajectory as a regional powerhouse and impact our city’s overall cultural landscape.”

As artistic director, Jolicoeur-Nye is responsible for conceiving, developing and implementing the artistic direction and focus of Oklahoma City Ballet. He is charged with recruiting and developing the professional dancers, producing performances, choreographing ballets and serving as a voice for Oklahoma City Ballet in the community.

“I am so humbled by this wonderful opportunity,” said Jolicoeur-Nye. “It will be an honor to lead this company into the future. I look forward to serving our community and this incredible organization with fervent dedication, integrity, and passion. I am thankful for the trust of the board, the staff, and the artists, and cannot wait to see what we accomplish in our journey together.”

Jo Lynne Jones, John Kirkpatrick executive director, said, “Our future at Oklahoma City Ballet looks bright with Ryan’s appointment as our next artistic director. His enthusiasm, creativity, and vision for the company is infectious and just what we need to keep our 50 year old institution vital and thriving. I look forward to working side-by-

side with him to continue growing our iconic performing arts organization.”

As acting artistic director, Jolicoeur-Nye led the company while choreographing his new version of “The Sleeping Beauty” which debuted in May 2022. He also staged a wildly popular outdoor

performance, “Ballet Under the Stars, “last month. Nearly 5,000 attended the free performance at Scissortail Park in downtown Oklahoma City.

Originally from central Maine, Jolicoeur-Nye began his ballet training with Andrei Bossov at the age of 16 and after gradu-

ating from the Royal Winnipeg Ballet School, he danced professionally for Eugene Ballet, Ballet Idaho and the Kansas City Ballet. He had many guest roles throughout North America before retiring from the stage in 2016.

In 2018, Jolicoeur-Nye was named artistic director of Northwest Arkansas Ballet Theatre based in Bentonville. Under his tenure, the company experienced exponential growth, creating more than 80 performances and reaching over 28,000 area residents.

As a choreographer, he has created ballets for Northwest Arkansas Ballet Theatre, Ballet Idaho, Chicago Repertory Ballet, Kansas City Ballet, Royal Winnipeg Ballet School, Moving Arts Dance Festival, Ballet Des Moines and Oklahoma City Ballet, among others. JolicoeurNye was named Out-

standing Choreographer at the 2017 Youth American Grand Prix as well as Best Choreographer at the World Ballet Art Competition (WBAC) Grand Prix 2019.

Jolicoeur-Nye joined Oklahoma City Ballet in August 2020 as a rehearsal director, working closely with company dancers. Since 2020, he has choreographed crowd favorite short pieces such as “Chan Chan,” “Abbey

Road,” “Playlist” and feature-length ballets The Sleeping Beauty and a fresh version of The Nutcracker to debut in December 2022.

Jolicoeur-Nye is married to Racheal Nye, school director for the Oklahoma City Ballet Yvonne Chouteau School and together they have two children. In his free time, Ryan enjoys playing music, painting, cooking, and family time.

OKC Ballet’s new Artisti Director Ryan Jolicoeur-Nye.

Broadway Bash lights up the stage

Lyric Theatre sponsors and donors gathered at the Oklahoma City Golf and Country club for the annual Broadway Bash to raise funds for Lyric. Entertainment by the Lyric Kids.

Lyric productions at the Civic Center next summer are The Sound of Music, Ain’t Misbehavin, and The Prom Shows at The Plaza include, A Christmas Carol (December 2022), Big River and The Play that Goes Wrong

Above, Susan Turpen gets carried away with her bidding much to hubby, Mike Turpen’s surprise.

At right, long-time Lyric sponsors Jane Harlow, standing, and Carolyn and Don Zachritz.

Lyric Theatre heads, Michael Baron, Producing Artistic Director, and Ashley Wells, Executive Producer, liven up the Broadway Bash at the Oklahoma City Golf and Country Club with a bit of “nunsence” of their own.

Table sponsors at the Broadway Ball are Lil and Bill Ross.

At right, former OSU President and first Cowgirl, Burns and Ann Hargis.

- Photos by Fran Kozakowski

Above, Lyric Bash Chairman Carrie Keating Leonard gets a hug from Michael Baron.