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OKC FRIDAY Vol. 54 No. 27 • Four Sections • 34 pages November 13, 2020

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Everest, a fierce fighter for her causes By Vicki Clark Gourley Publisher

TRICIA EVEREST Attorney, Chair of OK County Jail Trust

CHRISTY EVEREST Philanthropist Gaylord Foundation

SUE ANN ARNALL

DEBBY HAMPTON

Attorney, Arnall Family Foundation

President, CEO United Way

JUDY LOVE Founder, Love’s Travel Stops

KARI WATKINS

#1 Tricia Everest, won the most votes in our poll of 250 civic, cultur al and business leaders. As the Most Powerful Woman in OKC, Tricia advocates for criminal justice reform and women’s rights. She is never afraid to ﬁght for what she believes to be necessary reform. In the debate of State Question 805, she led the “vote no“ organization to defeat it. Tricia volunteers full time, mostly at Palomar. Her chief adversary on SQ 805 was our #2 Most Powerful Sue Ann Arnall. Sue Ann led and ﬁnanced the “vote yes” on SQ 805 OKC. Both Tricia and Sue Ann are attorneys. They serve on the Oklahoma County Jail Trust and other boards together. #3 Judy Love is No. 7 on Forbesʹ list of Americaʹs 50 richest self made women. Judy’s philanthropic activities are diverse and always successful. She is currently chairing the United Way of Central OK drive with Mike Turpen. #4 Christy Everest, the former publisher of the Daily Oklahoman and Tricia Everest’s mother, leads the Gaylord Foundation. Christy supports medical research, the

Executive Director OKC National Memorial

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Rachel Holt: With Juvenile Affairs work comes responsibility By Rose Lane Editor As a mom herself, Office of Juvenile Affairs Executive Director Rachel Holt said she spends many sleepless nights thinking about her work. “I take very seriously that I have 500 kids in my legal custody,” she said. Then, there are her own two children to think about — George, 11 and Maggie, 9.

And, don’t forget, she’s married to OKC Mayor David Holt. While it all adds up to a full plate, the family dinner table is where the Holts always gather. “I was raised in a traditional Italian family, around the dinner table,” Rachel said. “A huge part of our family is that dinner table. “I hope that’s one of my kids’ best memories.” Rachel grew up in Philadelphia, Penn., a middle child in “every respect of the

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word.” She attended George Washington University where she earned degrees in criminal justice and womens studies. That’s where she met David. They were married in Philadelphia and returned to Oklahoma City. She earned a law degree from Oklahoma City University and worked as an assistant district attorney. Rachel took some time off to be with See HOLT, Page B1

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#7 CATHY O’CONNOR President, Economic Developement Alliance

#8 STEPHANIE BICE Congresswoman-elect OK 5th District

#9 KELLY DYER FRY Publisher The Oklahoman

#10 TERESA ROSE CROOK CEO, Executive Dir. Communities Found.OK

#11 MARTHA BURGER President Oklahoma City University

#12 MARNIE TAYLOR President and CEO OK Center for Nonprofits

#13 NATALIE SHIRLEY President, CEO Cowboy Hall of Fame

#14 MEG SALYER Community Volunteer

#15 POLLY NICHOLS Volunteer, Philanthropist

#16 SEN. KAY FLOYD Democratic Leader State Senate

#17 KENDRA HORNE US Congress OK 5th District

#18 NOMA GURICH Chief Justice Okla. Supreme Court

MPW From Page 1 Philharmonic and many arts organizations. #5 Debby Hampton is the CEO of the United Way of Central Oklahoma. The organization vets and funds 72 partner agencies and this has to be the worst year ever for Hampton. Starting with the pandemic and shut down, every agency went into crisis mode needing assistance with food, shelter, counseling services and addiction prob lems. She has guided the United Way though the trauma. If there was a Hero of the Year award, Debby would win without question. #6 Kari Watkins planned and had just launched a year of events celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Oklahoma City Bombing. Then

the NBA road show lasted one night and the league shut down due to the coronavirus. Kari attempted first to delay the marathon and events, but finally produced virtual versions. She embodies the Oklahoma Standard. #7 Cathy O’Connor is CEO of the Economic Development Alliance. The city partners with the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber and the Alliance for Economic Development of Oklahoma City to create new job opportunities for OKC residents by promoting expansion of existing businesses and recruiting new businesses. #8 Stephanie Bice won the Republican primary and the general election against Congresswoman Kendra Horn, the only Democrat to hold that seat since 1974. Congresswomanelect Bice currently serves as a State Senator. #9 Kelly Dyer Fry is the publisher of The Okla homan. She is a third generation Oklahoma jour

nalist and has maintained her position through a number of owners with her skills, wit and forti tude. #10 Teresa Rose Crook is the executive director of the Communities Foundation of Oklahoma. It is a statewide foundation which is often confused with the Oklahoma City Community Foundation run by Nancy Anthony. Teresa has grown the organization to assist Oklahomans in fulfilling their desire to support their neighbors and improve their communities. The trend in this pandemic year has lifted non profit leaders to the top of the list while politicians received fewer votes than usual. All the women nominated for Most Powerful 2020 are effective and diverse contributors to our city and our state. OKC FRIDAY salutes them and thanks our nominators and voters for an elite list.

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#19 CATHY KEATING Former OK First Lady, Community Volunteer

#20 JILL CASTILLA President, CEO Citizens Bank Edmond

#21 JANE JAYROE GAMBLE Former Miss America, Author, Speaker

#22 JARI ASKINS Chief Administrator Oklahoma Court System

#23 LIZ EICKMAN Executive Director Kirkpatrick Family Fund

#24 JOY HOFMEISTER Oklahoma School Superintendent

#25 KIM HENRY Executive Director Sarkeys Foundation

#26 NIKKI NICE Ward 7 Councilwoman Oklahoma City

#27 MARY MELON CEO, OKC Public Schools Foundation

#28 CLAUDIA SAN PEDRO President Sonic Corporation

#29 SARA STITT First Lady of Oklahoma

#30 KIM GARRETT CEO Palomar

#31 EDIE ROODMAN Executive Director OK Israel Exchange

#32 SHERRI LANCE President Gaming Capital Group

#33 PAT POTTS Community Volunteer Philanthropist

#34 NANCY ANTHONY Executive Director OKC Community Found.

#35 YVONNE KAUGER Justice Okla. Supreme Court

#36 LOU KERR President Kerr Foundation

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#37 ANN HARGIS First Lady Oklahoma State Univ.

#38 MO ANDERSON Co-Owner Keller Williams Realty

#39 KITTI ASBERRY Exececutive Director Status of Women Comm.

#40 BECKY SWITZER Co-Founder Ground Zero

Exec. VP, Frontier State Bank

#41 STACY McDANIEL Executive Director OK Cleats for Kids

#42 RACHEL HOLT Executive Director Office of Juvenile Affairs

#42 RHONDA HOOPER President, CEO Jordan Advertising

#43 DR. VALERIE THOMPSON CEO Urban League

#43 CYNDI MUNSON State Representative House District #85

#44 ANN FELTON GILLILAND Chairman and CEO Habitat for Humanity

#45 JANET PEERY CEO YWCA Oklahoma City

#46 JEANETTE ELLIOTT Exec. VP, Creative Director Ackerman McQueen

#46 AIMEE HARLOW Community Volunteer

#47 MARION PADEN President Leadership Oklahoma

#48 JUDY HATFIELD President Equity Commercial R.E.

#49 JULIA KIRK State Senator Senate District #30

#50 SUZANNE SYMCOX Executive V.P. First Fidelity Bank

#41 MARY BLANKENSHIP POINTER

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Congratulations to the Top 100 Most Powerful Women ANN ACKERMAN CEO, Oklahoma Business Roundtable MO ANDERSON Co-Owner, Keller Williams Realty NANCY ANTHONY Pres., OKC Community Foundation MAJ. GEN. RITA ARAGON Gov.’s Liaison, Veterans Affairs CATHERINE ARMITAGE Director, Global Blood Fund SUE ANN ARNALL Lawyer, Arnall Family Foundation KITTI ASBERRY Exec.Dir., Comm. Status of Women JARI ASKINS Chief Admin., State Court System CHRISTINE BERNEY VP, Comm. Relations, OKC Thunder STEPHANIE BICE 5th District Congresswoman -elect KATY EVANS BOREN Pres./CEO, OKC Innovation District CHELSEY BRANHAM State Representative VICKI BEHENNA Exec. Dir., OK Innocence Project MARTHA BURGER President, Oklahoma City Univ. JILL CASTILLA President/CEO, Citizens Bank SUNNY CEARLEY VP Membership, OKC Chamber SODY CLEMENTS Mayor, City of Nichols Hills HEATHER COYLE District Judge TERESA ROSE CROOK Exec. Dir., Comm. Foundation OK CATHY CUMMINGS The Village Councilwoman T. SHERI DICKERSON Director, OKC Black Lives Matter LIZ EICKMAN Dir., Kirkpatrick Family Fund FRANCIE EKWEREKWU Public Defender, Jail Trust JEANETTE ELLIOTT EVP, Ackerman McQueen NANCY ELLIS Volunteer, Philanthropist CHRISTY EVEREST Philanthropist TRICIA EVEREST Attorney/Community Volunteer MARY FALLIN Former Governor of Oklahoma HILLARY FARRELL Vice Chairman, Ackerman McQueen MIKI FARRIS Exec. Dir., Infant Crisis Services KAY FLOYD State Senator, Democratic Leader KELLY DYER FRY Publisher, The Oklahoman MOLLY ROSS FUHRMAN Exec. Dir., Integris Mind & Body

JANE JAYROE GAMBLE Author, Volunteer KIM GARRETT CEO, Palomar ANN FELTON GILLILAND CEO, Habitat for Humanity NOMA GURICH OK Supreme Court Chief Justice DEBBY HAMPTON Pres./CEO, United Way of Cen. OK JOBETH HAMON OKC Councilwoman ANN HARGIS First Lady, OSU AIMEE HARLOW Community Volunteer JUDY HATFIELD Pres., Equity Commercial Real Estate CAROL HEFNER Community Volunteer KIM HENRY Exec. Dir., Sarkeys Foundation MARILYN LUPER HILDRETH Lecturor, Public Speaker JOY HOFMEISTER State School Superintendent RACHEL HOLT Exec. Dir.,, Juvenile Affairs RHONDA HOOPER Pres./CEO, Jordan Associates KENDRA HORN 5th District, U.S. Representative JANE JENKINS Pres./CEO, Downtown OKC Inc. BRENDA JONES CEO/President, Jones PR MAUTRA JONES VP External Affairs, Langston University YVONNE KAUGER OK Supreme Court Justice CATHY KEATING Community Volunteer AYANA LAWSON Sr. Dir., Comm. Services, OKC Thunder LOU KERR Pres., Kerr Foundation JONNA KIRSCHNER Pres., CNI Manufacturing, Chickasaw JULIA KIRT State Senator SHERRI LANCE Pres.,Gaming Capital Group JUDY LOVE Founder, Love’s Travel Stops LOUISA MCCUNE Exec. Dir., Kirkpatrick Found. STACY MCDANIEL Pres., OK Cleats for Kids LIZ MCLAUGHLIN Fields & Futures Co-Founder NATALIE MAI District Judge MARY MELON CEO, OKC Public Schools Found. NIKKI NICE OKC Councilwoman

NICOLE MILLER State Representative CYNDI MUNSON State Representative DANA MURPHY Corporation Commissioner VALERIE NAIFEH Owner, Naifeh Fine Jewelry TERRY NEESE CEO, Institute for Empow. Women POLLY NICHOLS Community Volunteer CATHY O’CONNOR CEO., Economic Devel. Alliance LESLIE OSBORN OK Labor Commissoner MARION PADEN Pres./CEO Leadership OK BAILEY PERKINS Public Policy Director, Food Bank JANET PEERY CEO, YWCA Oklahoma City AJAY PITTMAN State Representive MARY POINTER Sr. VP, Frontier State Bank PAT POTTS Community Volunteer SHANNON PRESTI Coord. Teen Initiatives, YMCA SARAH RAHHAL CEO, Sunbeam Family Services LESLIE RAINBOLT-FORBES Physician/Volunteer SHERRY RHODES VP Devel., St. Anthony Foundation HEATHER ROSS Community Volunteer EDIE ROODMAN Exec. Dir., OK Israel Exchange JO ROWAN Dance Chairman, OCU MEG SALYER Community Volunteer CLAUDIA SAN PEDRO Pres., Sonic Corporation NATALIE SHIRLEY Pres./CEO National Cowboy Museum BECKY SWITZER Founder, Ground Zero SAR Dogs SALLY NICHOLS STARLING OKC Ballet Executive Committee SARAH STITT Oklahoma First Lady MARNIE TAYLOR Pres./CEO, Center for Nonprofits ALETIA TIMMONS District Judge LASHAWN THOMPSON Director, OKC Municipal Court TSINENA THOMPSON CEO, OK Lawyers for Children DR. VALERIE THOMPSON CEO, Urban League KARI WATKINS Exec. Dir., OKC Nat. Memorial

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Everest also tops Readers Choice poll By Rose Lane Editor We printed the 2020 Most Powerful Women’s ballot as a Reader’s Choice poll in the Oct. 30 edition of OKC FRIDAY. Attorney and Oklahoma Jail Trust Chairman Tricia Everest topped this poll, as well as our poll of 250 business and community leaders. These rankings are printed on Page 1. Flipping second and third places in Readers Choice with the Page 1 rankings were Love’s Founder Judy Love and Attorney and Arnall Family Foundation Founder Sue Ann Arnall. Philanthropist Christy Everest, of the Gaylord Foundation, ranked fourth in both polls. In Readers Choice, Infant Crisis Services Executive Director Miki Farris took the fifth position. Community leader Meg Salyer was No. 6, followed by her good friend, President and CEO of the Oklahoma Center for Nonprofits Marnie Taylor at No. 7. The two ranked No. 14 and No. 12

on the larger poll. Former Miss America, author and speaker Jane Jayroe Gamble was No. 8. OKC National Memorial Executive Director Kari Watkins was No. 9 and Chief Administrator of the Oklahoma Court System Jari Askins was No. 10. The rest of the Readers Choice Top 50 are as follows: Ann Felton Gilliland, Debby Hampton, Cathy Keating, Marion Paden, Stephanie Bice, Noma Gurich, Nancy Anthony, Ann Hargis, Kendra Horn, Pat Potts, Yvonne Kauger, Mary Melon and Cyndi Munson. Also, Edie Roodman, Natalie Shirley, Mo Anderson, Maj. Gen. Rita Aragon, Martha Burger, Cathy Cummings, Kim Garrett, Polly Nichols, Nancy Ellis, Kay Floyd, Rachel Holt, Lou Kerr, Heather Coyle, Teresa Rose Crook and Kim Henry. Also, Joy Hoffmeister, Jonna Kirschner, Valerie Naifeh, Sarah Stitt, Tsinena Thompson, Jill Castilla, Sody Clements, Julia Kirt, Stacy McDaniel, Liz McLaughlin and Janet Perry.

Keystone creatively attends to students during pandemic For 16 years, Keystone Adventure School and Farm, an accredited preschool and elementary school/working farm in Edmond, has welcomed students to a safe, inclusive learning environment full of the wonder of childhood. COVID-19 changed the face of education and Keystone staff and teachers pivoted to providing online and safe in-person educational experiences, keeping relationships strong and avoiding gaps in learning. They have also been utilizing their 15-acre campus, creating shaded outdoor classrooms and engaging children outdoors in caring for pasture animals, exploring the creek and enjoying physical education and art. The theme for the year is “Starship Keystone,” as the Keystone community (and the world) explores the unknown.

“It’s important to note that, regardless of whether we are on campus or online, none of our commitments to the mission or philosophy of Keystone have changed,” said John Duhon, cofounder and co-director. “We continue to attend to each child’s social, emotional, physical, and academic health in a way that is best for them.” While the goals of Keystone haven’t changed, the additional challenges brought by the pandemic have been sharply felt: fundraisers that are crucial to the school’s success have been canceled, and some families experiencing job loss have had to withdraw. “Every day as these little learners wonder and wander our outdoor classrooms, we remember why Keystone is so vital. See KEYSTONE, Page 9

OKC Black Justice Fund evaluators consisted of six leaders from the Black community and the top six funders. From left: Top row, Andre’ B. Caldwell, Cecilia Robinson-Woods, Christina Beatty, Ron C. Bacy, Scott Williams and Tania L. Smith; and bottom row, Natalie Carns, Sarah Roberts, Kelly Gray, Caroline Ikard, Sue Ann Arnall and Scotia Moore.

Rethinking philanthropy and racial equity Following the murder of George Floyd, the OKC Black Justice Fund was formed to serve as a catalyst for conversations, investments and action to advance racial equity in our city. The fund provided one-time grants to Black-led organizations in the OKC metro area and others who are working in that space. According to New Profit, Black and Latinx leaders receive an estimated 4 percent of total grants and contributions in the nonprofit sector. Since June, the OKC Black Justice Fund raised $293,000 and received 68 grant applications from 66 unique organizations. Sixty of the organizations that applied are Black-led and Black-led organizations received 100 percent of the funds awarded by the committee. In order to shift the power dynamics in traditional grant-

making, the evaluation committee consisted of six Black community leaders and six funders. All funding decisions were made by this committee and the input from the community leaders was vital in making sure the goals of the fund were met. The OKC Black Justice Fund was a short-term initiative to harness the power of the community and its interest in racial justice, bring people together, and quickly deploy resources to the those working to advance racial justice. The evaluation committee selected the following organizations as recipients of the OKC Black Justice Fund: • Beta Eta Lambda Scholarship Foundation of Alpha Phi Alpha. • BlackSpace Oklahoma. • Frederick A. Douglass Academy of Law & Public Safety. • Freedom City, Inc.

• Hope for Generations, Inc. • Northeast OKC Renaissance, Inc. • Oklahoma Black Physicians Alliance. • Oklahoma City Black Chamber • Oklahoma City Police Department FACT Unit. • Opportunities Industrialization Center of Oklahoma County, Inc. • Progress OKC. • Prospect Community Development Corporation. • She's a BOSSE. • Shiloh Camp. • Speaks 4 You, Inc. • Stronger Together Movement. • Urban League of Greater Oklahoma City, Inc. For more information about the OKC Black Justice Fund, any of the applicants or opportunities for additional investment, please visit BlackJusticeFund.org.

Bachelors Club Ball rescheduled The Bachelors Club of Oklahoma City’s Annual Christmas Ball has been rescheduled for 2021 due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. This year, the charity ball would have celebrated its 75th year, and in keeping with the tradition, the Bachelors Club Foundation is donating $20,000 to Positive Tomorrows, Oklahoma City’s only school and social services specifically for children and families experiencing homelessness. Each year, the Club president chooses the beneficiary. “2020 has been an extremely challenging year for so many Oklahomans,” said Grant Mettenbrink, president of the 2020 Bachelors Club. “Now more than ever the children who are experiencing hardships ranging from food insecurity to homelessness of no fault of their own deserve every opportunity to succeed.

“I feel that any amount of help to give them a safe place to learn is one way we can help Oklahoma City homeless children.” According to this longtime Oklahoma City tradition, a group of young women in college make their debut escorted by members of the Bachelors Club. “While we are saddened to cancel this year’s ball, the health and safety of our guests and participants is of utmost importance,” said ball organizer Erika Mattison. The Bachelors Club of Oklahoma City was founded in 1938 by a group of young men who wished to promote the social and philanthropic undertakings as well as leadership in the Oklahoma City area. The debutante presentation began in 1945 as a way to raise funds for various Oklahoma City charities.

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OMRF: How to have yourself a COVID-free holiday season For the holidays during a pandemic, you can't beat home, sweet home. But if carving the turkey over Zoom doesn’t sound sufficient, experts at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation have recommendations to ensure cheer is all you spread this holiday season. 1. Timely testing. Get a Covid-19 test before traveling and family events — preferably a nasal swab. “This is not the year to dismiss something as a common cold or allergies,” said OMRF President Stephen Prescott, M.D. “The only way to rule out coronavirus is with a test. Even if you feel well, a test will show whether you’re

asymptomatic.” 2. Quaran-team effort. End-of-year holidays traditionally include longer stays, close quarters and indoor activities. That’s a family recipe for virus transmission, but those gathering can make it safer for one another by limiting outside contact in advance. “If you’re attending extended in-person holiday events with people who don’t live with you, consider strictly avoiding contact with people outside of your home for two weeks before the event,” said Prescott. 3. Wheels over wings. “Studies have shown airplanes themselves are relatively safe because of air filtration,” said OMRF immunologist Eliza

Chakravarty, M.D. “But a busy airport presents a significant risk with the potential for long lines and crowds.” Driving is the best option for virus-free travel. Just be sure to use hand sanitizer, disinfecting wipes and masks when you stop for gas or to use the restroom. 4. Stay ho-ho-home. With virus numbers surging across the country, the safest bet is to enjoy the holidays at home. And, says Chakravarty, remember that this is temporary. “This is not the new normal — a vaccine is on the way. Sacrificing traditions this year may ensure your whole family can gather next year.”

Casady’s impact seen all around Since 1947 Casady School has instilled in its graduates the educational and social skills that allow them to use their potential to make a difference in their community and beyond. The impact can be seen in the Oklahoma City area as exemplified by the talented and influential alumnae selected for the 50 Most Powerful Women ballot. The impact of a Casady education can also be seen beyond the Oklahoma City metro. Recently, the school celebrated alumni whose impact on the profession and influence on society are worthy of recognition. Tori Fenton ’08 received the 2020 Young Alumni Achievement Award. Tori currently works as an Expansion Manager at the New York City Department of Education, leading the expansion of the historic initiative to provide free, full-day, highquality early childhood education for every three- and four-year-old in

New York City. Over the past four years, she has built strategic partnerships with Superintendents and Principals and collaborated with her team to support over 650 schools. Tori is honored to have built a career foundation that prioritizes equity through an antiracist perspective in service to the students and communities in our nation’s largest city. “It’s in these challenging times, but also moments of celebration, from college to AmeriCorps to grad school to now, that I reflect on the foundational values of community building and critical thinking that I developed during my time at Casady,” Fenton said during a virtual Homecoming celebration video. For 73 years, the mission of Casady School has held firm. Graduates are prepared to succeed, think for themselves, act with compassion, and live lives of balance, purpose, and joy.

Dr. Eliza Chakravarty is an epidemiologist at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation.

Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation President Stephen Prescott, M.D.

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OPINION OUR STAND “And you shall know the truth and the truth shall make you free.” John 8:32 (quoting Jesus). The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is that good men do nothing.” – Edmund Burke paraphrase, 1767. If you want it in the paper, it’s advertising. If you don’t want it in the paper, it’s news.” – Ancient Chinese Proverb. “Without, or with, offense to friends or foes, We sketch your world exactly as it goes.” – Byron, 1818. “Every violation of truth is a stab at the health of human society.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson, 1878. “We must always stand – alone if necessary – as the conscience of this community.” – J. Leland Gourley, 1959.

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omen leading nonprofit organizations find a way through innovative strategies to feed the hungry, shelter the evicted and homeless, organize virtual events, tutor students online and raise money for virtually every need during the pandemic. Others are attorneys, judges and for-profit businesswomen, who help the community by volunteering, serving on boards and founding new nonprofits and advocacy groups where they see the necessity. They are Democrats and Republicans. They are all races working together to fulfill a need. Diversity in these nominees includes all ethnicities. Women are the ones who rescue our city in times of crisis. OKC FRIDAY is proud to rec-

of Commerce. Four women now serve as 2020 Vice-Chairs, Teresa Rose Crook, Judy In MY Hatfield, Jenny Love Meyer and Natalie Opinion Shirley. by I certainly like and respect all the men who VICKI CLARK GOURLEY are corporate leaders. Without their compavicki@okcfriday.com nies stepping up and donating, nonprofits ognize these outstanding women and non- could not do the work. I am saying women profit organizations which they head, sup- deserve more recognition than they are port, or provide direction and oversite. They receiving. compassionately evaluate requests and skillJust this week, OG&E donated $500,000 to fully manage resources. the United Way for storm relief. Thank you, Many of them manage multi-million-dollar Sean Trauschke, for your generosity. Under budgets directing it expertly as any Fortune the leadership of CEO Debby Hampton, you 500 chief executive. can trust your dollars will be well spent. The OKC Chamber is one of the front-runCongratulations to all 100 nominees for ners in recognizing the value of women. OKC’s Most Powerful Woman annual poll. It Rhonda Hooper is the immediate past chair- is our desire and pleasure to recognize these man of the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber outstanding women.

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KEYSTONE From Page 6 “Our parents sacrifice to make these experiences possible, and we couldn’t weather this temporary storm without the generous support we have received from grants and other organizations,” said Jenny Dunning, Keystone cofounder and co-director. “We run a tight ship for our little school, but without our annual fundraisers, we need help from our friends and community.” Keystone Directors are asking donors to remember the children of Keystone as they consider end-of-year giving. As a 501(c)3 nonprofit, all donations to Keystone are 100% tax deductible. Additionally, Keystone is accepting applications for a second and third grade teaching position. Ideal candidates would love and respect children, know how to approach with empathy, and have a degree in education with several years of second or third grade classroom experience. More information about Keystone, including opportunities to donate and more information on open positions, is available on the website at: www.keystoneadventureschoolandfarm.co m or by calling 405216-5400.

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In the wake of COVID, Keystone staff and teachers pivoted to providing online and safe in-person educational experiences, keeping relationships strong and avoiding gaps in learning.

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Fridaylanders support commission By Brenda Jones Barwick, APR Special to OKC FRIDAY Established in 1964 by Gov. Henry Bellmon, the Oklahoma Commission on the Status of Women advises the Governor and state legislators on issues impacting Oklahoma women’s ability to improve their opportunities and elevate quality of life. In 1995, Gov. David Walters signed legislation that further solidified the

Commission’s role as an official state commission with 30 commissioners who are appointed by the Governor, Senate President Pro Tem or the Speaker of the House. Today, 13 Fridaylanders voluntarily and actively implement the Commission’s mission through statewide community conversations and forums on mission-critical issues, such as mental health, human trafficking and incar-

ceration. An annual report by the Commission is presented to the Governor and all state senators and representatives on the findings from these public events. Also, the Commission honors Oklahomans who exemplify this mission through the Oklahoma Women’s Hall of Fame, the Kate Barnard Award that honors a government employee, and the Guardian Award that honors a legislator. More information on the Commission’s work can be found at www.ok.gov/ocsw. These Fridaylanders serve to help empower all women’s voices in Oklahoma in order to be heard at the State Capitol: Jan Barrick, Brenda Barwick, Denise Castelli, Linda Haneborg, Estela Hernandez, Nyla Khan, Jean Lehr, Delores Runnels, Riki Snyder, Gloria Torres, Maria TrappBraly, Molly Wehrenberg, Victoria Woods and Kitti Asberry, executive director.

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HOLT From Page 1 the kids. She returned to work at the DA’s office part-time before moving to the Office of Juvenile Affairs where she has served in a variety of positions before she was named executive director last month. Going into the field of law, Rachel said she knew she wanted to help victims. She said the Juvenile Justice System is really all about rehabilitation and that’s something she’s passionate about. “Juvenile Justice is really looking for rehabilitation over punishment,” Rachel said. Rehabilitation makes a real impact on positive outcomes. “That is really special to me,” she said. The Office of Juvenile Affairs provides prevention, probation, placement and education to at-risk youth in the Juvenile Justice System. Rachel said she and her 600-member staff work with 39 youth service agencies to provide preventative education. Rachel said the office provides intake services. Staff meet with youth and recommend where they should be placed to the DA. Youth who commit high levels of a juvenile’s crimes are placed in the office’s custody. “OJA has the ability to access their need and place them in the home on probation,” Rachel said. The Office of Juvenile Affairs operates two group homes, which Rachel personally visits once a month. As of Nov. 1, the office was working with almost 1,400 children with about 500 in legal custody. The youngest child is 12, she said. Back at the Holt family home, Rachel said she and David try to keep things as normal as possible for their kids who are growing up in the limelight. The pair work together to provide a work/life balance. They also remind George and Maggie regularly of the blessings they are able to enjoy in life. Like between most siblings, there is bickering.

The Holts masking up: Clockwise, starting at lower left, Maggie, Rachel, David and George.

“I just preach to my kids to ‘be kind,’” she said. Rachel said she hopes people will come out of the pandemic changed. For the Holts, they have learned to slow down. It hasn’t been easy, but they try to look on the bright side. George missed his fourth grade graduation in the spring, but Rachel said she reminded him there were high school seniors who missed their graduation. Rachel’s family has a home on the Jersey Shore. She spent every summer there growing up, as have her kids. Her parents live there now so the Holts haven’t been able to make their beach trips. “Next summer, the sand and the water will feel so much better on my feet,” she said. In the meantime, Rachel said she is excited for the work her agency is doing and very cognizant of the responsibility her position bears. She makes a point of ensuring that OJA is doing the work taxpayers would want the organization to do. She also is quick to say her professional life has unfolded well beyond her wildest dreams and that it is very humbling. “I could never have expected the direction my life would take in a professional way,” Rachel said. “When people call me Director Holt, I say, just call me Rachel.”

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Staying active while staying safe Arthritis patients can keep bones and joints moving even while social distancing Sheltering at home can lead to special challenges not only for social isolation but also for limited movement. For the nearly one-quarter of adult Americans with arthritis, fewer reasons to go out in public can lead to stiff, painful joints. “Some patients may worry after months of isolating at home because they’re noticing increased stiffness in joints,” said Dr. Jacob Haynes, orthopedic surgeon and joint replacement specialist with SSM Health Bone & Joint | OSOI. “This doesn’t necessarily mean you’ve caused joint damage, but there are some simple things you can do in an effort to reduce that discomfort.” • Get your steps in. Walking requires no equipment and is joint-friendly. Start small and try to increase your distance or number of steps

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taken every day. • Go low impact. Walking, swimming, cycling and yoga can provide wonderful health benefits. Find what’s comfortable for you, then work that into your routine. • Set your watch. During waking hours, move at least once per hour. • Get outside. Being outside encourages more movement and helps relieve a sense of confinement.

Find simple tasks you can do outside regularly, such as watering flowers. • Be intentional. When going outside isn’t feasible, think of how you can make time throughout the day to be active indoors. • Stretch. Start a routine of full-body stretching either when you wake up or shortly before you go to bed. “With a few exceptions, we typically advise patients to let the joint be their guide,” Haynes said. “With low-impact exercises, chances are typically low that you will accelerate arthritis by activities that don’t exacerbate your pain. “When in doubt, check with your physician on what’s best for your situation.” For an appointment with an SM Health Bone & Joint | OSOI specialist, call 405218-2530.

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NICHOLS HILLS PUBLIC NOTICES (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, November 13, 2020)

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:

Applicant:

Rebecca Turnbow BC-2020-19

Applicant:

Nichols Hills Properties, LLC BC-2020-20

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CASE NO. BOA 2020-03 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an application has been filed seeking a variance from the Nichols Hills City Code on the following described property: Lot one (1), in Block thirty-seven (37), of the NICHOLS HILLS ADDITION OF NICHOLS HILLS, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma according to the recorded plat thereof.

Proposed project: Constructing an addition to a dwelling

Proposed project: Demolition and construction of a dwelling

Proposed project’s address or descriptive location: 1713 Drakestone Avenue

Proposed project’s address or descriptive location: 1923 Huntington Avenue

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 applicants desire to build a Porte Cochere on the front of the house. For the proposed Porte Cochere, the applicants are seeking a 19’6” height variance. The allowed maximum height for a Porte Cochere in the E-1 Estate Zoning District is 15’. The proposed Porte Cochere would have a maximum height of 34’6”.

This Application will be considered at a public hearing to be held by the Nichols Hills Building Commission on Tuesday, November 17, 2020 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.

A PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD on said application by the Nichols Hills Board of Adjustment in the Council Chambers, City Hall 6407 Avondale Drive, Nichols Hills, Oklahoma 73116 on the 18th day of November 2020 at 5:30 p.m.

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 November, 2020.

Amanda Copeland, City Clerk City of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CASE NO. BOA 2020-04 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an application has been filed seeking a variance from the Nichols Hills City Code on the following described property: Lot Thirteen (13), in Block Twenty-nine (29), in NICHOLS HILLS, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, according to the recorded plat thereof, Less a portion thereof, described as follows: Beginning at the Southeast corner of said Lot 13; Thence in a Northwesterly direction along the front line of said Lot a distance of 15 feet; Thence South 61 33’ West and parallel to the Southerly line of said Lot to a point on the back line of said Lot; Thence South 31 17’ East along the back line of said Lot 13 a distance of 15 feet to the Southwest corner of said Lot 13; Thence North 61 33’ East and along the Southerly line of said Lot 13 a distance of 169.5 feet to the point or place of Beginning; And Lot Fourteen (14), in Block Twenty-nine (29), in NICHOLS HILLS, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, according to the recorded plat thereof, Less a strip on the Northwest side described as follows: Beginning at the Northwest corner of Lot 14; Thence Southeast along the West line of said Lot, 15 feet; Thence Northeast and parallel to the Northern Line of said Lot, 177 feet; Thence Northwest along the Easterly line, 15 feet to the Northeast corner of said Lot; Thence Southwest along the North line, 177 feet to the point or place of Beginning. The property is also known as 6625 Avondale Drive. Current zoning is R-1-75. The applicants desire to build an addition to the main building by extending the existing one-car garage to construct additional living space. For the addition, the applicants are seeking a 2’ south east side yard setback variance. The allowed side yard setback is 11’10”. The proposed addition would have a side yard setback of 9’10”. A PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD on said application by the Nichols Hills Board of Adjustment in the Council Chambers, City Hall 6407 Avondale Drive, Nichols Hills, Oklahoma 73116 on the 18th day of November 2020 at 5:30 p.m. ALL PERSONS, OWNERS, OR RESIDENTS within the above described area are hereby given notice that they may appear at said hearing or file a petition within the Board of Adjustment and offer arguments and evidence for or against the granting of said application as they deem proper in the premises. Dated this 4th day of November, 2020. Amanda Copeland City Clerk City of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma

The following map shows the area affected by the Application:

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS CITY OF NICHOLS HILLS, OKLAHOMA Notice is hereby given that Grand Hills, L.L.C. has filed an application (“the Application”) with the City of Nichols Hills Oklahoma for approval to rezone the following described property from the E-2 “Urban Estate” Residential Zoning District to the E-1 “Estate” Residential Zoning District: Lots Five (5) and Six (6), Block Forty (40), NICHOLS HILLS, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, according to the recorded plat thereof. The property subject to the application is generally located at 6820 NW Grand Boulevard in Nichols Hills, Oklahoma. This Application will be considered at public hearings to be held by both the Nichols Hills Planning Commission and the Nichols Hills City Council. These public hearings will be held by the Nichols Hills Planning Commission on Tuesday, December 1st, 2020 at 5:30 p.m., and by the Nichols Hills City Council on Tuesday, December 8th, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. Both public hearings will be held at the Council Chambers, City Hall, 6407 Avondale Drive, Nichols Hills, Oklahoma 73116. The Application and supporting documentation may be inspected in the office of the City Clerk during regular business hours. Any person having any objection to or supporting this Application may appear before the Planning Commission and the City Council on the above dates for the public hearings and show cause why the proposed Application should be approved or disapproved. Written protest against the proposed Application may be filed with the office of the City Clerk, 6407 Avondale Drive, Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, 73116 not less than three (3) days before the public hearing. Dated this 6th day of November, 2020

Amanda Copeland, City Clerk City of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma

The property is also known as 1700 W. Wilshire Boulevard. Current zoning is E-1.

ALL PERSONS, OWNERS, OR RESIDENTS within the above described area are hereby given notice that they may appear at said hearing or file a petition within the Board of Adjustment and offer arguments and evidence for or against the granting of said application as they deem proper in the premises. Dated this 4th day of November, 2020. Amanda Copeland City Clerk City of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma LPXLP

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Sports Weekly FOOTBALL | PLAYOFF PREVIEW: NEW FORMAT PROVIDES POSTSEASON FOR MORE TEAMS

Chargers, Panthers slated to host 1st-round games In a COVID-19 altered season, the Oklahoma Secondary Schools Activities Association (OSSAA) expanded the playoffs an additional round in all classes to accommodate teams that had any games canceled due to virus concerns. Consequently, all Fridayland teams qualified for the playoffs with two local teams scheduled to host firstround games. District champion Heritage Hall hosts Lit-

tle Axe to open the Class 3A postseason. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. at Pop Murray Field. The Chargers (81, 6-0 District 3A-1) cruised to a 43-17 win over Mount St. Mary last Friday to claim the district title. PC North entertains Bartlesville on Friday at 7 p.m. in the Class 6A-II playoffs. The Panthers (6-2, 3-2) finished third in District 6A-II-1 after a 40-14 loss at Stillwater on Friday in their regular-

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PLAYOFF SCHEDULE Friday, November 13 Class 6A-II Deer Creek at Sand Springs, 7:30 p.m. Bartlesville at PC North, 7 p.m. Class 4A John Marshall at Newcastle, 7:30 p.m. Class 3A Little Axe at Heritage Hall, 7:30 p.m. Mount St. Mary at Lone Gove, 7 p.m. Class 2A Crossings Christian at Luther, 7 p.m.

season finale. Four other teams hit the road for first-round matchups on Friday.

Deer Creek travels up to the Tulsa area for a 6A-II game at Sand Springs starting at 7:30

p.m. The Antlers (4-5, 2-4 6A-II-1) dominated U.S. Grant for a 51-6 road win last Friday to finish fifth in the district standings. John Marshall makes its playoff debut in 4A with a road contest at Newcastle at 7:30 p.m. The Bears (4-5, 2-4) claimed sixth in District 4A-2 following a 54-14 victory at Tecumseh. In 3A, Mount St. Mary ventures south on I-35 for a first-round game at Lone Grove, with kickoff set for 7

p.m. The Rockets (4-3, 0-3 3A-1) ended their season with a 43-17 loss at Heritage Hall. Crossings Christian also makes the playoffs in its first year in 2A, when the Knights head east to Luther to open the postseason at 7 p.m. The Knights (1-7, 0-6 2A-2) endured a 480 loss to Millwood last Friday. McGuinness earned a first-round bye in 5A and will host the Lawton Eisenhower-Duncan winner on Nov. 20.

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Chargers cruise past Rockets in finale Heritage Hall officially secured a district title with a 43-17 win over Fridayland rival Mount St. Mary last Friday at Pop Murray Field. Tailback Jayden Williams rushed for two touchdowns covering 6 and 11 yards to lead the Chargers (8-1, 6-0 District 3A-1). Quarterback Will

Paque opened the scoring for Heritage Hall with a 25-yard pass to Payton Earnest in the first quarter. A.J. Sirls Jr. and Omari Smith added runs of six and 14 yards, respectively, while Mike Perry chipped in a 1yard TD run. Mount St. Mary quarterback Luke Wagner accounted for both Rocket touchdowns. Wagner ran for a 5yard score and threw a 36-yard pass to Jaxyn Ward. Kicker Abraham Garcia ended the night with a 21-yard field goal for the Rockets (43, 0-3). IRISH CLOBBER GUYMON

- Photo by Kimberly Richelle, CRPics.com

Heritage Hall’s Omari Smith (66) celebrates after scoring on a 6-yard run against Mount St. Mary.

Erupting for seven touchdowns in the first half, McGuinness cruised to a 62-0 win at Guymon last Friday. Quarterback Luke Tarman and tailback

Michael Taffe accounted for two touchdowns each to lead the Irish (7-2, 5-1 5A-2). Tarman ran for a 61yard score and tossed a 4-yard TD to Cole Limber, while Taffe ran for scores covering eight and 11 yards. ANTLERS RUN OVER U.S. GRANT

- Photo by Mary-Ellen Wolf

Heritage Hall’s Brigham Evans tackles Mount St. Mary quarterback Luke Wagner.

Scoring at least one touchdown in all four quarters, Deer Creek rolled to a 51-6 victory against U.S. Grant last Friday at Speegle Stadium. See WEEK 10, Page 5

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FOOTBALL | WEEK 10 ROUNDUP

CROSS COUNTRY ROUNDUP

Mustang edges Antlers in 6A Heritage Hall kicker Luke Butler converts one of his five extra-point attempts against Mount St. Mary. Holding is Landon Lahodny (18).

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WEEK 10 From Page 4 Tailback Will Hinton ran for a season-high 321 yards and three touchdowns to pace the Antlers (4-5, 2-4 6AII-1). Quarterback Brett Pense threw a pair of scores to Logan Ward and Taylor Tomlin. Ward also connected on all seven extra-point attempts. BEARS DOMINATE TECUMSEH John Marshall ended its regular season on high note with a dominating 54-14 victory at Tecumseh on Friday. Quarterback Kane

Donovan and tailback Devin Johnson scored three touchdowns each to lead the Bears (4-5, 2-4 4A-2). Johnson ran for scores of 74, 1 and 54 yards, while Donovan threw two TDs to Dorien Middleton for 10 and 29 yards and a 15-yarder to Je’Sean Jackson. Tailback T.J. Carter also chipped in two short TD runs of 5 and 3 yards. STILLWATER CLIPS PANTHERS PC North fell behind early on Friday night and never recovered en route to a 40-14 loss at Stillwater to end the regular season. Quarterback Carson

Laverty connected with Jeff Nwankwo for a touchdown and tailback Amaurion Norment added a TD run for the Panthers (6-2, 32 6A-II-1). MILLWOOD BLANKS KNIGHTS Held to under 150 yards of total offense, Crossings Christian suffered a 48-0 loss to Millwood last Thursday night to end the regular season. Quarterback Drew Wood threw for 118 yards and tailback Payton Brady managed just 22 yards rushing, as the Knights (1-7, 0-6 2A-2) were limited to 19 yards on the ground as a team.

FINAL DISTRICT STANDINGS District 6A-II-1 Team 1. Stillwater 2. MWC 3. PC North 4. Del City 5. Deer Creek 6. Lawton 7. U.S. Grant 8. NW Classen

Dist 5-0 4-1 3-2 3-3 2-4 1-4 1-4 0-2

All 7-0 6-2 6-2 3-5 4-5 4-4 1-6 1-2

District 3A-1 Team 1. Heritage Hall 2. Kingfisher 3. Anadarko 4. McLoud 5. Perkins 6. Bridge Creek 7. Mt. St. Mary 8. Douglass

District 5A-2 Team 1. Carl Albert 2. McGuinness 3. Guthrie 4. Piedmont 5. Woodward 6. L. Eisenhower 7. Guymon 8. W. Heights

Dist 6-0 4-1 3-2 3-4 2-3 1-3 0-3 0-4

All 8-1 6-3 7-3 5-4 5-4 2-7 4-3 0-6

Dist 5-0 5-1 2-1 2-2 2-4 1-3 1-6 0-1

All 7-1 7-2 5-2 4-3 2-7 2-6 1-8 0-1

District 2A-2 Team 1. Millwood 2. Jones 3. Chandler 4. Kellyville 5. Meeker 6. Prague 7. Star Spencer 8. Crossings Chr.

District 4A-2 Team 1. Blanchard 2. Tuttle 3. Cushing 4. Ada 5. Tecumseh 6. J. Marshall 7. Harrah 8. Classen SAS

Dist 5-0 4-1 5-2 3-3 2-3 1-2 0-3 0-6

All 6-1 7-2 7-3 6-3 4-4 4-3 2-5 1-7

Dist 6-0 5-1 3-3 3-3 3-4 2-4 1-4 0-4

Keyed by four runners in the top 20, including the individual runner-up, the Deer Creek boys cross country team came up five points short of the Class 6A state championship. The Antlers finished with 62 points, while Mustang captured the state title with 57 points. The Deer Creek girls also claimed ninth place. Gilbert Velez earned a silver medal in the individual standings, covering the 5-kilometer course at Edmond Santa Fe in 15 minutes, 49.58 seconds, and about 18 seconds behind winner Gabe Simonsen of Mustang. Teammate A.J. Antonelli cracked the top-5 in fourth place in 16:01.20, while Hayden Wolfe placed 11th and Colton Beckner came in 19th place. Three others inside the top 50 included Luke Weathers in 26th, Spencer Lee in 27th and Landon Harrod in 28th place. Deer Creek’s Tabitha Fox was the only Antler girl to crack the top 50 in seventh place. PC North qualifier

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Deer Creek’s Gilbert Velez heads down the final stretch in the Class 6A cross country meet. Velez finished second in the 5-kilometer race.

Mia Popchoke also made the top 50 in 36th. MSM’S SALSMAN TAKES 5TH IN 5A A pair of Mount St. Mary athletes finished in the top 15 to help both Rocket squads to 11th place in 5A. Jackson Salsman led the Rockets with a fifth-place effort, covering the 5K course at Edmond Santa Fe in 16:38.22. Jake Hunsucker was the only other Mount St. Mary runner inside the top 50 in

All 7-2 8-1 6-3 4-4 5-5 4-5 3-5 0-7

44th place. Michaela Carney claimed 13th place to lead the Rocket girls, while teammate Makenzi Dehart finished in 30th place. The McGuinness girls, meanwhile, finished eighth in the team standings behind Olivia Fosbenner in 31st place. Kathryn Hadrava crossed the line just behind Fosbenner in 32nd place and Tori Whitbeck came in 38th place. McGuinness’ Luke Chansolme claimed 30th place to lead the Irish boys to 13th place in the team standings. HH’S PARK CLAIMS 4TH IN 3A RACE

Mount St. Mary’s Michaela Carney (452) makes her way along the Class 5A cross country course at Edmond Santa Fe last week.

Three Fridayand athletes ended their seasons on positive notes with top-15 finishes in the 3A state meet at Edmond Santa Fe. Heritage Hall’s Helen Park picked up a fourth-place finish in the 3A race to lead the trio, completing the 2mile course in 12:30.48, Story continued at okcfriday.com.

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CALENDAR NEWS THIS WEEKEND Nov. 13 • OK Hospitality Club Oklahoma Hospitality Club’s next luncheon meeting is at 12:00 noon, Friday, Nov.13 at Quail Creek Country Club. Speaker is Eddie Walker, Executive Director of Oklahoma Contemporary Art Museum. Nov. 13 • Small Works, Great Wonders The 15th annual Small Works, Great Wonders Art Sale is returning to The National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum Friday, Nov.13, from 6-9 pm. Featuring smaller-scale works of art by renowned artists — including many also featured in the Museum’s prestigious Prix de West — Small Works, Great Wonders gives both established and beginning art collectors the opportunity to acquire fine works at an affordable price. The Holiday Open House will also be open to the public Saturday, Nov. 14 from 10 am- 5 pm, with lots of great deals on unique holiday gifts. Tickets for the Nov. 13 sale event are $60 for general attendance, and $50 for Museum members. To see the artwork, register to attend the sale or sub-

Nov. 18 • Coping with Grief through the Holidays Calm Waters’ winter grief workshop, “Coping with Grief through the Holidays,” is a free, online workshop, for families going through a grief journey because of a death, divorce, deployment, deportation, incarceration or foster/adoptive care challenges. The workshop is for an adult audience but will address children’s coping techniques as well. “Families who have experienced a loss this past year may feel more distant and isolated, alone in their grief and uncertain of how to approach the holiday season,” said Heather Warfield, LMFT, Calm Waters’ Program Director. “For many, feelings of grief, stress, guilt, sadness and uncertainty amass into utter despair. Our grief workshop provides actionable items for navigating the holiday season when coping with a death, divorce, or other significant loss.” The Nov. 18 online workshop, led by Warfield and Jordan Park, LMFT-candidate and Calm Waters assistant program director, will discuss new coping skills and activities to manage the already stressful holidays and how families can address and celebrate change and create new traditions from 12:00 – 1:00 pm. Register by Nov. 17, 5 pm at calmwaters.org/grief-workshop. mit a proxy bid, visit swgw.nationalcowboymuseum.org.

through ‘Follow your Box’ and receive a tracking label to discover its destination. SPOTLIGHT Those who prefer to shop online can More than 4,000 loca- browse samaritanspurse.org/buildontions will now offer a line to select gifts curbside drop-off option for Samaritan’s matched to a child’s specific age and genPurse project, Operader, then finish packing tion Christmas Child. Volunteers are prepar- the virtual shoebox by ing to collect shoebox adding a photo and gifts during National personal note of Collection Week, Nov. encouragement. Curb16-23 from 9:30am side drop-off at First Christian Church of 2:00pm. For more information on how to Edmond, 201 East 2nd St., Edmond, Okla. participate, visit 73034, operating samaritanspurse.org/ occ. You can donate $9 hours: Nov. 16 – 23, per shoebox gift online 9:30 am – 2:00 pm.

N EW D ATES /C ANCELATIONS Chesapeake Events/Shows: Michael Buble 02/17/2021 JoJo Siwa – 08/18/2021 Jeff Dunham – 04/09/2021 Elton John – 01/30/2021 Maroon 5 – 08/14/2021 Impractical Jokers 08/13/2021 Backstreet Boys – 09/12/2021 MercyMe – 03/12/2021 Other Events/Shows/Awards:

Chuck Wagon Festival – 05/29/2021 Western Heritage Awards – 04/10/2021 Sunbeam Shine a Light – 05/13/2021 Brightmusic concert Virtual OKC Ballet Ball - Firebird - 02/12/2021 Memorial Marathon 04/25/2021 Rodeo Hall of Fame 11/12/2021 OKC Town Hall 01/21/2021 Beaux Arts Ball 11/27/2021 Bachelors Club Ball Cancelled

Oklahoma Film & Television Academy

ood news if you are looking to transition out of your old job into a new career in entertainment. Funds are currently available to offset the costs of job training for careers in the state’s film and music industries. The Oklahoma Film + Music Office is working with the Communities Foundation of Oklahoma to raise awareness of the relief funds being offered by Community CARES Partners, a resource center for local individuals whose jobs have been impacted by COVID19. “With the high demand for additional labor in Oklahoma’s growing film and music industries, the CCP is providing an opportunity for job retraining or the transition of current skillsets or crafts to existing employment opportunities within a film and television production,” according to OF+MO Director Tava Maloy Sofsky. The funds are a nice boost to the Oklahoma Film and Television Academy, which launched this summer on the campus of Green Pastures Studio. OFTA is a workforce training center that offers training to people who have worked in other careers and are now interested in

working in the film industry. From electricians to chefs to make-up artists, OFTA helps bridge the gap between career experience and the jobs that can best utilize those skills on a movie set. These new funds will allow more people to take the classes and get to work. The OFTA started as a state initiative led by Sofsky and the film office. The goal was to explore the success of the Georgia Film Academy, which has been fundamental to the massive growth of film productions in Georgia, and set up a similar program in Oklahoma that pairs potential crew members with entry level jobs on productions. A film industry committee was set up to analyze the needs of the state film industry and brainstorm all of the ways those needs could be met. I served on the committee alongside several fellow filmmakers, film industry professionals, and educators from Oklahoma City Community College and Metro Technology Center. Once the research

was done and the parameters set, it became apparent that working through the state was going to require a timeline that would not address the workforce issue quickly enough. So, the decision was made to roll the academy out first as a private nonprofit instead of state-run school. The three people leading the film industry committee decided to take on the challenge and open the Oklahoma Film and Television Academy together: film investor Melodie Garneau, film producer Amy Janes, and filmmaker and media guru Richard Janes. The school opened this summer and offered its first classes this fall, offering displaced workers jobs on several film sets. The Janes moved to Oklahoma a year ago from Los Angeles to research opening a film school. Now they are co-founders of the Oklahoma Film and Television Academy and co-owners of Green Pastures Studio, a working movie studio. Oklahoma is still very much the land of opportunity. If you are interested in exploring a career in film, please visit the OFTA website at www.oklahomafilmandtvacademy.com.

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Beaux Arts Ball, OKCMOA celebrated in exhibits Beaux Arts at 75 celebrates the interconnected history of the OKC Museum of Art’s Beaux Arts collection and the Beaux Arts Ball, an annual fundraiser organized by the Beaux Arts Society. In honor of the 75th anniversary of both OKCMOA and the Beaux Arts Ball, the Museum will present its entire Beaux Arts collection in a series of exhibitions and permanent collection installations highlighted by ‘Beaux Arts at 75.’ “I am extremely grateful to the Beaux Arts Society for their continued generosity,” added Dr. Michael Anderson, OKCMOA president and CEO. “Beginning with a Rembrandt etching from a Sears’ department store in Sequoyah, Oklahoma in

1965, OKCMOA – and our predecessor, the Oklahoma Arts Center – acquired many of our collection highlights through funds contributed by the Beaux Arts Society. ‘Beaux Arts at 75’ celebrates the adventurous spirit that helped build this oneof-a-kind collection.” In this original exhibition, the Museum will present long-standing favorites next to rarely seen gems, introducing an always surprising collection that includes outstanding works by: Ashcan School artists, Robert Henri and John Sloan; Impressionists including Childe Hassam; Key later-generation Surrealists and Magical Realists; Postmodernists including Annette Lemieux and Fritz

Scholder; Pop Art and American abstraction such as James Rosenquist; OKC’s own Joe Goode. The Beaux Arts Ball, first held in 1945, began as a costumed fundraiser. The idea was conceived by Eleanor Blake Kirkpatrick, a philanthropist and friend of the Oklahoma Art Center’s first director, Nan Sheets. The event raised almost $2,500 to pay for the Oklahoma Art Center’s first year of operating expenses. Since 1965, the Beaux Arts Society has contributed more than $1 million for art acquisitions at the Oklahoma Art Center and its successor, the Oklahoma City Museum of Art. The Beaux Arts Collection at

OKCMOA is comprised of 36 eclectic works, 21 of which will be featured in “Beaux Arts at 75.” An additional 7 works are on view in the Museum’s permanent collection galleries. The remaining 8 works will be on view beginning Feb. 20, 2021 as part of a new exhibition “Moving Vision: Op and Kinetic Art from the Sixties and Seventies.” The Museum is currently operating with limited capacity and is open Wednesday to Saturday, 10 am to 5 pm and Sunday, 12 to 5 pm. Timed entry tickets for Beaux Arts at 75 are available every 15 minutes and are on sale at okcmoa.com. Children receive free admission to this exhibition.

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Heritage Hall hosts mock elections A s voters were casting their ballots for the 2020 presidential election in polling stations across the nation, Heritage Hall students were making their voices heard in the School’s mock elections. Middle and Upper School students cast votes for Joe Biden, Donald Trump, or others, while first graders chose between Farmer Brown and Duck, the primary characters in the children’s book Duck for President, by Doreen Cronin. Even our youngest Chargers in the Early Childhood Center got involved, voting between the main characters in the different book series they were reading. Regardless of the candidate pool, each voter was required to learn about and follow the proper steps in the electoral process. Upper School history teacher Courtney Hubbart organized the mock election. “The current political climate is extremely divisive,” she said. “Holding a mock election provided an

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opportunity to teach students about the voting process, how to evaluate multiple sources and how to think objectively, which will help them become more informed and engaged voters.” Hubbart mirrored Oklahoma state voter registration laws to emphasize the twostep voting process and the fact that Oklahoma does not allow for late registration. “Overall, I’m very pleased with how the mock election process turned out and that so many students were able to have a quasivoting experience to better prepare them for future elections,” Hubbart said. In the end, Joe Biden (D) came out victorious in the Upper School, while President Donald Trump (R) won in the Middle School. While

Sophomore Barish Edil proudly displays his "I Voted" sticker after casting his ballot in the Heritage Hall Upper School mock election.

these results pleased some and disappointed others, every student kept the election

civil and respectful, recognizing that, in the end, we are all Chargers.

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First Cowgirl Ann Hargis A pet project will be her lasting legacy “First Cowgirl” Ann Hargis will be leaving a legacy of wellness at Oklahoma State University when her husband Burns retires as president next summer. And while she’ll be remembered for her “America’s Healthiest Campus” initiative, a certain “pet” project will be one of her lasting legacies. Pete’s Pet Posse is the nation’s most comprehensive university-based pet

therapy program started by Ann in 2013. An everincreasing number of universities across the country and internationally are interested in replicating the pet therapy program. “My therapy dog Scruff, a six-year-old Terrier mix, and I have seen students visibly relax as they pet the dogs and start to talk about the stresses of being a student and university life in gener-

al,” said Hargis. “It’s amazing to watch students positively change and blossom after spending time with the dogs. Our dogs have the incredible sense to know who needs their help in a crowd of eager students, staff and faculty.” The Posse has expanded to more than 60 teams on three campuses in Stillwater and Tulsa.

Pete’s Pet Posse is the nation’s most comprehensive university-based pet therapy program started by First Cowgirl Ann Hargis in 2013.

Dog handler teams are trained, certified and made up of faculty and staffowned dogs. The dogs attended special events and made appearances at the library, residence halls and the student union before the pandemic. Since April, the program has offered virtual pet therapy for students during an especially stressful time. Many students report the visits with the Posse dur-

ing orientation were one of the deciding factors in choosing OSU. “I am hopeful the work we have put into this program can be used as a model for other universities,” continued Mrs. Hargis. “Every day, I see the difference this program is making and we would love for other universities to embrace all that a pet therapy program has to offer.”

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Community banks step in as economic first responders The historic pandemic has left no stone unturned with who it has impacted. We have seen the brilliance of our health care professionals as they navigate unknowns in taking care of those with COVID. We have rediscovered the value of our small businesses as we experienced the devastating impact when doors temporarily closed and operations were altered. And we were reminded of the need for community banks to keep small businesses progressing forward during trial. Community banks like Citizens Bank of Edmond have embraced their role as an economic first responder. More than one-fifth of Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans nationwide

were distributed by banks with $1 billion in assets or less. And more than 73 percent of minority business owners that received PPP were given access through a community bank. Citizens Bank of Edmond led the nation in connecting small businesses to resources. Citizens’ CEO, Jill Castilla, advocated to the highest levels of government for more PPP, collaborated with Mark Cuban to simplify PPP forgiveness with PPP.BANK and she continues to push for an elimination of the Federal Reserve’s Main Street loan limit. Her valiant efforts are recognized with numerous prestigious awards, from the American Bankers’ Top Women in Banking 2020 to Banking Dive’s Executive of

the Year. The bank’s advocacy spilt over into its community engagement too. In the spring, the bank launched free WiFi and picnic tables across downtown Edmond for students to do their virtual course work. In the fall, the bank launched RISE, a retail incubator program to help Oklahoma entrepreneurs test their products in a low-cost, high-reward environment and explore their next steps in business. The year 2020 has shown us that community banking is here to stay. It is the community bank that will ensure small businesses remain the backbone the American economy, and it is the community bank that is going to get resources to those who need it the most.

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FIRST LADY CATHY KEATING

Blessings will rise out of disaster By Rose Lane Editor First Lady Cathy Keating says there are always small blessings in every challenge. And, those can turn into big blessings. That was true when she watched her 16-year-old grandson step up and help an elderly man in the aftermath of Oklahoma City’s recent ice storm. Will Leonard called two of his friends, Brennan Chumo and Atticus Richard. Together, they cleaned up 90-year-old Louis Trost’s yard.

“It was a ‘wow’ blessing for me,” Cathy said. Cathy said her husband, Frank, was often referred to as the “disaster governor.” During his service to Oklahoma, the bombing of the Murrah Building took place. Then, there was the drought of 1996 at which time the grasshoppers took over. The May 4, 1999 tornadoes devastated the city of Moore. In 2001, an ice storm blasted the southeast part of the state. The blessing that came out of the See KEATING, Page C4

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Salute to Potts, other visionary women By Marnie Taylor President, CEO Oklaoma Center for Nonprofits I count myself so lucky to work among women business, nonprofit and civic leaders. Every year, I open this list and see a lot of friends smiling back at me. Oklahoma City is truly powered by a group of women who care and who commit. When I first moved to Oklahoma after marrying my husband, I found the Junior League of Oklahoma City. I tell the story often. I rolled up my sleeves and went to work as a volunteer and then as a board member. For more than 35 years, I have dedicated my life to service and along the way I have met countless women who paved the way before me and now follow in my footsteps. One of the women that has inspired me most is Pat Potts. Nearly 40 years ago, Pat had an idea. Pos-

sibly a wild idea. She knew that nonprofits â&#x20AC;&#x201D; the nonprofits where we all served as volunteers and as board members â&#x20AC;&#x201D; needed help. At the time, there were few resources for organizations. Pat changed that. Frankly, Pat changed the game. She changed the sector. She changed the state. When she opened the doors of the Support Center (today known as the Oklahoma Center for Nonprofits), she was the first for a lot. The first to really dedicate training for organizations. The first to offer free advice and consulting. The first to offer a computer lab. (Can you imagine the days before laptops, iPhones and iPads)? And she did it with tenacity, grit and a healthy spirit of adventure. It is with humility, respect and honor that I now get to lead the See NONPROFITS, Page C3

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Oklahoma Center for Nonprofits founder Pat Potts and President and CEO Marnie Taylor toast the nonprofit sector.

NONPROFITS From Page C2 Oklahoma Center for Nonprofits. And Pat is still walking side-by-side with me today. Still visionary. Still

tenacious. I salute Pat and all of the visionary women in Oklahoma City. These women aren't just powerful. They power the community. To Pat and to all my nonprofit leaders and volunteers. Thank you.

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Cathy Keating is the proud mom and grandma of three kids and 11 grandchildren.

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disasters was the Oklahoma Standard. “Oklahoma has been a boom and bust state for years,” Cathy said. “But, what separates us is that we take care of our neighbors and we do it selflessly.” In fact, tree trimmers from Texas came to give the Keatings an estimate on cleaning up the damage to their trees. Cathy said they were very fair. “They said, ‘People of Oklahoma always play fair’ and they wanted to do so, too.” Cathy said she is a “proud” fourth generation Oklahoman. Her great grandparents came to Oklahoma during the land run. “People came here because it was the land of opportunity,” Cathy said. “We relied on community to help us build a state.” That sense of community has been passed down from generation to generation. She is also the proud mother of three children and 11 grandchildren. Cathy said it is gratifying to see them carry on the

Oklahoma Standard. They do it “differently,” as today’s young people employ more social media in their efforts to make a difference. But, they are very socially aware of what is going on in other places of the world. Young people have “great hearts for helping people,” she said. High schools require service hours. Her grandchildren and their friends go on mission trips, collect canned goods, host backpack drives, etc. Nonprofits such as the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation have young peoples’ groups which help educate this generation. Cathy’s advice to this generation is to “find your passion.” “If you love what you are doing, you will always find time to do it,” she said. Her personal mission is to “Aim high and dream big.” Annie Oakley was an American sharpshooter who starred in “Buffalo Bill's Wild West” show. She coined the phrase “aim high.” “Years and years ago, she set the standard for me,” Cathy said. “Find your passion, aim high, dream big and you will set the world ablaze.”

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The advisors of Retirement Investors Advisors, Inc.: From left, front row, Andrew Flinton, CFP® and Randy Thurman, CFP®; and back row, Brenda Bolander, CFP®, Chad Rudy, CFP®, and Carol Ringrose Alexander, CFP®.

Women, finances and retirement Nationally, women live 5-10 years longer than men and 8 out of 10 women will at some point in their lives be responsible for managing finances for themselves and/or their families. According to FA Magazine*, only 26 percent of American women said they invest in the stock market even though 41 percent said it’s an optimal time to invest. Retirement Investment Advisors, Inc. wants to turn the tide and help women take charge of their finances. Only 23 percent of all CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professionals in the nation are women, according to CFP.net. Retirement Investment Advisors, Inc. recognizes that women make excellent money managers, as well as exceptional financial advisors. This financial company is pleased to have two established female advisors on staff. Carol Ringrose Alexander, is a CFP® professional, an Accredited Investment Fiduciary™, a Certified Elder Planning Specialist, a Registered Life Planner®, and a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst™. She provides comprehensive and objective financial planning to help clients organize, grow and protect their assets. Carol is bilingual and

holds Interdisciplinary Collaborative Practice and Family and Divorce Mediation certifications as well. Brenda Bolander is a CFP® professional, a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), and a Personal Financial Specialist (PFS). Her experience includes service as the former comptroller for the State of Oklahoma, Retirement System Board Trustees Investment Board Trustee and Investment Oversight Commission chairman. She specializes in helping clients with pensions, Thrift Savings Plans and other institutional plans. Based in Oklahoma City, with additional offices in Edmond and Frisco, Texas, Retirement Investment Advisors, Inc. has been serving clients for 30 years. If you would like to establish a new account or take another look at your current portfolio, Retirement Investment Advisors offers you a complimentary consultation with one of our CFP® professionals. Allow one of our advisors to show you why so many people choose Retirement Investment Advisors, Inc. as their guide on the path to retirement. *Source: FA Magazine

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Financial adjustments often necessary at retirement time Work is a major component of daily life, so much so that Andrew Naber, an industrial and organizational psychologist and an associate behavioral scientist at RAND Corp., determined that the average person spends 90,000 hours at work over the course of his or her lifetime. According to a 2014 Gallup poll, the average American retires at age 62, but roughly 64 percent of professionals bid farewell to the workplace between ages 55 and 65. Retirees must make a number of adjustments once they call it a career. No such adjustment is as significant as the financial one. Most people find their post-retirement income is considerably less than when they were working full-time. That is why financial planners often recommend saving and investing enough during working years to be able to replace 80 percent of pre-retirement income. Certain expenses get lower after retirement, but some will rise. Here's a look at what to expect when the bills come due during retirement. • Food costs: Food costs may go down in retirement because shopping and preparing meals for one or

two people is much less costly than feeding a family of four or more. However, dining out may increase as you have more free time to visit local eateries. • Automotive costs: According to data from the U.S. Department of Transportation, the average commuter spends 25.8 minutes behind the wheel twice a day, and the average driver puts in 13,474 miles behind the wheel each year - with people between the ages of 35 and 54 clocking close to 15,000 miles. Less time spent in the car means fewer gasoline fill-ups and longer durations between oil changes and other services. In addition, based on the Internal Revenue Service reimbursement rate of 58 cents per mile, a typical commute of 20 to 30 miles a day costs $11 to $16 a day or $55 to $80 a week. In a year, you could easily be spending $2,000 to $4,000 a year commuting if you live within 15 miles of your job. Without commuting, that cash stays in your pocket. • Taxes: Many people can expect to be done paying federal income taxes when they are retired and no longer earning an income. If the majority of retirement savings were in Roth IRA accounts, contri-

While many retirement expenses get lower after retirement, travel is one that may shoot up. But, many people are happy to bear the cost of going to the beach and other places.

butions are available for withdrawal tax- and penalty-free at any age. • Housing: Your mortgage may be paid off before or soon after retirement. That eliminates the single largest expense in many people's budgets. If your home will not be paid off, it's possible to downsize to reduce monthly payments.

• Travel: While many other expenses can go down, travel is one expense that can shoot up during retirement. But many people are happy to bear this cost. With more time for travel, retirees may allocate more funds toward vacations and other great escapes. • Health care: Seniors often see their health care

needs and costs go up after retirement. It's important to understand what is covered by health plans, and it's equally important to set money aside for unforeseen medical expenses. Many costs of living decrease after retirement. However, it is wise to take in the whole picture to understand how to budget for retirement.

Dykstra takes reins of Food Bank The Regional Food Bank Board of Directors announced the selection of Stacy Dykstra as its CEO. She is the third CEO in the nonprofit’s 40-year history. “On behalf of the full Regional Food Bank Board of Directors and myself, we are very excited to have Stacy joining us as our CEO,” said Ben Williams, chairman of the Regional Food Bank board. “She embodies the Regional Food Bank values of Vitality, Innovation and Stewardship and brings with her a real passion for serving our neighbors in need here in Oklahoma. We believe she is the right leader for the future of this critical organization in our community.” “I am both excited and grateful for this opportunity to join a team so committed to ending hunger in our

state,” Dykstra said. Prior to joining the Regional Food Bank, Dykstra has led Smart Start Central Oklahoma since 2006. The nonprofit is dedicated to ensuring all children in Oklahoma County receive the smart start they need and deserve. In her role as the Smart Start Central Oklahoma executive director, Dykstra participated in more than 100 community meetings in which she presented, facilitated, and/or served as the coordinator. Using a variety of teaching styles, she has trained hundreds of professionals serving young children and their families and taught various college courses focused on family support. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Oklahoma in instructional leadership and academic curriculum.

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Crook: Bringing people together for the good of all By Rose Lane Editor Communities Foundation of Oklahoma Executive Director Teresa Rose Crook says she is doing the work she was born to do. “My personal calling is to make the community in which I live a better place,” she said. A native of Texas, Teresa said since high school, she has always volunteered for the better good. She attended the University of North Texas, but really wanted to go to school in Oklahoma. She moved to the Sooner State and earned a degree in English and education from Oklahoma City University. Teresa went back to Texas and then returned to attend law school at OCU. The early 90s were a time of “growth and evolution” for both Oklahoma City and the state. She said she was thrilled to be a part of the “huge” renaissance of the city. As she has traveled down her career path, Teresa said she has been incredibly blessed to have both men and women encourage and mentor her. Sandy Garrett, former state superintendent, hired her as a liaison to the legislature for school districts and the state. “She put together my passion for education and the law,” Teresa said. Then, she was approached by Martha Berger and Aubrey McClendon to lead Chesa-

TERESA ROSE CROOK Executive Director Communities Foundation of Oklahoma

peake Energy Corporation’s charitable giving efforts. “It was a very natural fit for me,” Teresa said. “What a phenomenal time in the company’s history.” In a male-dominated industry, not many women were in leadership at that time. Aubrey was her cheerleader. “He advocated for me to

have a seat at the table,” Teresa said. Martha, who was her boss and remains a dear friend, empowered Teresa to see that she could accomplish any task set before her. “Her confidence in me grew my confidence in myself.” She spent a few years at the Oklahoma City Community Foundation before

taking the helm of the Communities Foundation of Oklahoma, a state-wide organization. “We work with individuals, nonprofits, businesses and communities,” Teresa said. The goal is to executive philanthropic goals and improve communities. The Communities Foundation was founded in 1992 by Tom McCausland Jr. and Gene Rainbolt. They wanted for the state of Oklahoma what OKC and Tulsa had in their community foundations. Teresa said both men are still very engaged. In these trying days, Teresa said nonprofits are having to think long and hard about their long-term adjectives. She said committed donors will continue to give regardless of the circumstances, but organizations are having to look for different ways to bring awareness to new audiences. In her field, Teresa said she works with a lot of “get ‘er done” women. As CARES Fund money became available, there was a need to help get the money disbursed in innovative ways. The Communities Foundation came together with Inasmuch and the McLaughlin Foundation. What they discovered was, Teresa said, that there would not be enough private money to cover all of the need. Public money was going to be necessary to fill the gap.

A group of mostly women came together to solve the problem. “Women are comfortable rolling up their sleeves,” she said. Partnering with Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County and the state of Oklahoma, as well as Flourish OKC and the Inasmuch and McLaughlin foundations, the Community CARES Partners were formed. A network of non-profits were soon on board. Thanks to office space donated by Steve Mason, a triage was set up above Coffee Slingers on Broadway Avenue. Office equipment was donated by Stanley Systems. Everyone pitched in to provide a place where people can come to apply for assistance. “It was just that Oklahoma Standard,” Teresa said. “All hands were on deck to provide assistance to those in need. “It was just an amazing example of with a good idea, people will come together to do really impactful things.” Eviction prevention was very much a priority, she said. “The city staff and City Council did a phenomenal job of determining needs.” In addition to the basics, Teresa said it was quickly discovered that people who had lost jobs were underskilled for other job openings. The question was how See CROOK, Page D2

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Teresa’s blended family includes, from left: Back row, Jesse Forbes, Ivy Violet Forbes, Randy Crook, Paris Rose, Teresa Rose Crook, Jack Cantrell and Aubrey Crook; and front row, Garrett Crook and Mackenzie Rose Forbes.

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to transition people into current positions. There are five career techs in the OKC Metro area. The group was able to use CARES Act funds to expand the tech schools’ course catalog to include 10-16-week courses in such things as coding and IT security and to enroll people in need of these skills. OKC’s emerging film industry was another way to fill the need.

The Oklahoma Film + Music Office stepped in to help in that regard. Teresa said she is fortunate to have a network of friends to pivot to in these situations. Throughout most of her professional career, she said she has been mindful of the message and signals she was sending out to not only her daughters, but other young women looking for “clues of their place.” “My daughters have shared with me that by watching me and other women in my network they know they can be mothers, professionals, leaders AND CEOs without having to choose one path or the other.”

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If you are not in need, please help someone who is By Debby Hampton President and CEO United Way of Central Oklahoma This year has been difficult for many Oklahomans. The COVID19 pandemic has cast hardship across our entire community and the need is greater than ever before. As many of our businesses and neighbors struggle amid this economic downturn, the United Way of Central Oklahoma is moving forward with what may be the most important annual campaign in its 97-year history. Thankfully, we can look out our windows and see some normalcy as shoppers return to the malls and schools reopen with precautions in place. But the pandemic is not over, and there is still a great deal of pain behind many of those closed doors. Since March, eviction filings in Oklahoma County have more than tripled. Just in the month of September, more than 1,000 evictions were granted sending families into disarray and creating a surge in demand for nonprofit services. The pandemic is also taking an enormous toll on mental health as people struggle with extended isolation, economic challenges and illness. Mental health experts predict an additional 20 Oklahomans could die each month from opioid overdoses or suicide over the next year. Adding to the challenges of this year’s United Way campaign, many of our campaign activities have gone virtual. We are grateful to have Judy Love, co-founder of Love’s Travel Stops & Country Stores and Mike Turpen, a partner with Riggs, Abney, Neal, Turpen, Orbison & Lewis co-chairing our

DEBBY HAMPTON President, CEO United Way of Central Oklahoma

2020 campaign. With their long histories of volunteerism and community support, no one is better equipped to lead this unique campaign. Through the years, United Way’s annual campaign has raised millions to support 106 health and human service programs at 56 partner agencies throughout Central Oklahoma. Our network of partner agencies continue to rise to the challenge to help those in need amid uncertain circumstances. But they need our support. Please, if you’re not in need, help someone who is.

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INTEGRIS names Watson chief medical officer Julie Watson, M.D., has been officially named the chief medical officer of INTEGRIS Health. She has held the interim role since May. Watson is responsible for the system medical staff services, medical informatics, research, utilization management, graduate medical education and oversees the clinical enterprise with Chief Nurse Executive Kerri Bayer. Prior to her appointment to chief medical officer, Dr. Watson served as vice president of medical affairs for INTEGRIS Health and chief medical officer for INTE-

JULIE WATSON, M.D. Chief Medical Officer INTEGRIS Health

GRIS Baptist Medical Center. Watson completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Oklahoma and received her medical

degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine. She completed her pediatric residency at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago and her neonatal-perinatal fellowship at Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine in Chicago. She also holds a master’s degree in public health from the University of Illinois–Chicago with an emphasis in health policy. A native Oklahoman, Dr. Watson began her neonatology career in the NICU at INTEGRIS Baptist Medical Center as a board-certified neonatologist in 2008.

First Liberty welcomes Thompson First Liberty Bank welmortgage loan officer and comed Joe Thompson to have already set some the First Liberty Mortsignificant, long-term gage Lending team as a goals,” said Joe. mortgage loan officer. Joe is involved in his Joe’s first banking expericommunity and serves as ence was over 19 years a volunteer with Sharing ago when he started on a Tree and is a board memswitchboard directing ber and vice president of calls. the Harrah Education “Joe knows banking Enrichment Foundation. inside and out and his He is a 1999 Norman high experience in mortgage school graduate. He and banking will serve our his wife, Laila, have four JOE THOMPSON First Liberty Bank clients amazing children. The well,” said Joey Root, bank presianimal-loving family has three dogs, dent. three cats, a horse, chickens, and “I am looking forward to serving turkeys. His hobbies include campmy clients as a First Liberty Bank ing, fishing, and swimming.

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Mason to lead Allied Arts Board Allied Arts announced the appointment of new and returning members to its board of directors for its 50th year. Leading the effort and continuing their roles are the four officers of the board: Chairman Steve Mason, president of Mason Realty Investors; LLC, Vice Chairman Glen Maynard, associate general counsel at Devon Energy Corporation; Secretary Aimee Harlow, community volunteer; and Treasurer Max Myers, chief financial officer at Tall Oak Midstream. The Allied Arts executive committee welcomes Hillary Farrell, vice chairman of the Board at Ackerman McQueen, as the new branding and marketing board chair and Mims Talton, President and CEO at Flogistix, as a new member at large. Additionally, Allied Arts will welcome 12 new members to the board of directors for 2020-2021. The 112 member board works year-round, helping with efforts regarding strategic planning, fundraising and arts advocacy. The new Allied Arts board members for 2020-2021 include: Alex Bagby, SVP product director, American Fidelity; Betsy Brunsteter, architect project manager, ADG; Jason Constable, director external affairs, AT&T; Matt Denman, music teacher and financial advisor,

Edward Jones; Alice Fretz, managing director, Churchill Consulting Group; Morgan Henry, senior vice president, MidFirst Bank; Sunil Isaac, business analysis advisor, Devon Energy; D. Benham “Ben” Kirk, partner, Doerner, Saunders, Daniel & Anderson, L.L.P.; Geron Morgan, managing director, BKD; Jack Wheeler, financial advisor, Wells Fargo Advisors; Marcus Whitworth, business manager, UPS; Heather Wilson, EVP, chief of mission and culture, The Children’s Center Rehabilitation Hospital; andVahid Farzaneh, CEO, Freestyle Creative. “The Allied Arts board of directors are integral components to the success of the organization,” said Deborah McAuliffe Senner, president & CEO of Allied Arts. “We foresee 2021 being a difficult fundraising year, but are confident in the tenacity of our new and returning board members.” “This group shows a promising dedication to the arts, invaluable insight and a diverse set of skills that will prove vital as Allied Arts continues fundraising efforts amidst one of the most challenging social and economic events in history,” Mason said. For a complete list of Allied Arts board members, visit alliedartsokc. com/about/staff-and-board/.

“This group shows a promising dedication to the arts, invaluable insight and a diverse set of skills that will prove vital as Allied Arts continues fundraising efforts amidst one of the most challenging social and economic events in history.” — Allied Arts Board Chairman Steve Mason

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