Slezickey named to OML Council
By Eric Oesch Staff Writer
Village City Manager
Dave Slezickey has been appointed to the Oklahoma Municipal League Regional Council. Slezickey is representing The Village on the District Five Council.
“We are excited to announce the formation of the OML Regional Councils,” said OML officials on their website. “There are so many outstanding municipal leaders across the state with only a certain amount of board seats available, that we want to tap into the knowledge and leadership of those running our municipalities. The goal is to have more representation from all our cities and town across
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‘All
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Two-year-old Paxton Egleston shares his wish list with Santa during a Quail Creek Homeowners Association Christmas party at Quail Creek
The event included pop up shops, food, crafts and more. Paxton is the
and Peyton Egleston. For more photos, see Page 2.
Munson earns Leadership Award
House Democratic Leader Cyndi Munson, D-Oklahoma City, received the Council of State Governments (CSG) 20 Under 40 Leadership Award for 2024. “I am honored to be selected alongside several young, diverse, and passionate leaders across the country for the CSG 20 Under 40 Leadership Award,” Leader
Munson said. “Thank you to CSG for their efforts to elevate and validate the change young leaders are making in state government and to help us build stronger connections with our peers. I am proud to serve my district and the State of Oklahoma and will continue to
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FRIDAY’s
Dogs of the Week
This is Snoopy and Molly Benbrook for the dogs of the week.
Their mom is Rachel Benbrook. They are both rescue dogs, and Molly is a new addition to our family as a recent foster fail!
Email Pet of the Week submissions to rose@okcfriday.com.
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‘If I were an elf’ ‘I need a break from the people that bought me’
Heritage Hall first graders tell us what they would do if they were elves:
If I were an elf I would live in Grinch Land with friends. My hames is Snowy and I am an elf on the shelf. I need a break from the people that bought me because they are crazy! Grinch land is cool. — Marnie
If I were an elf my name would be Noel. I am on vacation. I still make toys. There is lots of snow. There are narwhals in the South Pole. I am in the South Pole for my vacation. I have a great time. I am back to the North Pole. — Vallie
If I were an elf I would help Santa Clause. I would make ice cream with my friends. I would help other elves. I will go to someone’s home. Are they good or not good? I would feed the reindeer. I am excited for Christmas. I am excited to see others elves. I will work hard. — Hudson
If I were an elf I would be so nice to other eleves. My name will be Snowflake. Is that pretty? If you say no or yes I will give you presents still. By the way I am the elf on the shelf. I am from the North Pole. Where are you from? I am also from oklahoma City. Where do you sleep? Oh I don’t sleep. Right Santa? Instead I make presents for some girls and some boys. — Camryn
If I were an elf, I would help my boss Santa Clause. I live in the North Pole. My family have jobs. But the trees are candy canes. My house is made out of ginrbread. We have a lot of trees which are candy canes. — Roy If I were an elf my name will be Santa Lam. Today I am going to build my house. My boss is Santa Clause. Santa Clause flies house to house. Santa Claus has a copy of himself. Santa Clause has a unique way of talking. This is how he talks, Ho Ho Ho. Did you know that santa had a pet. It is a reindeer. Merry Christmas. Hi Finn. Finn is my best friend. — Barrett
If I were an elf my name would be Pepper. I would be a girl. I would live at a house. The
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OKC FRIDAY: Fabulous at 50
Paper encourages involvement
By Debby Hampton Retired United Way of Central Oklahoma President and CEO
It is hard to believe our OKC FRIDAY paper is turning 50!
I cannot imagine our community without this uplifting paper. I always look forward to my paper being delivered just so I can see what is going on with my friends, neighbors and community leaders. Having a career in the nonprofit sector, we depend on the
OKC FRIDAY paper to not only tell our story, but to assist with encouraging community involvement as it pertains to events, volunteering and knowing the needs of our fellow neighbors. With so much negative news, it is so nice to have a paper that reports the good and positive things that are going on, so we can see that there is far more positive in our community than the negative. Congratulations FRIDAY paper on 50 years of amazing stories!
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Christmas fun!
Quail Creek Bank hosted a party for the Quail Creek Homeowners Association. The event included food, drinks, crafts and pop up shops. At right: Hadley, Rob and Marci Rhodes enjoy the party.
Eleven-yearold Kaleb Szymanski set up a table to sell the 3D holiday figurines he printed. Each took four hours to produce. He and his team won first place out of 50 teams at the Economic Enterprise Competition at the University of Central Oklahoma. “He makes me very proud,” his mom Jennifer said.
Bears win award in Generation Citizenship
Students from John Marshall High School took part in the Generation Citizenship program. They showcased six projects and one of them won the Grassroots Change Award! This project, focused on teacher recruitment and retention and was created by Isaac Folk and Jimmy Gentry. The students pre-
sented their work to an audience of 75–100 dignitaries, which was a huge accomplishment. It was also the first time the class had ever won an award like this. Coach Jones, their sponsor, shared, “I was so impressed and proud that the students represented not just themselves, but also our school and the Northwest side of Oklahoma City.”
• Meanwhile, Toluwalase Aderonbi, LaDajasha Arinwine and Malik Carter, all members of the Youth Leadership Exchange Program attended a meeting with the whole organization.
The event, held at the Metro, was packed with fun activities. They got to hear from guest speakers, learn about lunch etiquette, and participate in other interactive sessions. The day was full of energy, and everyone had an amazing time.
• John Marshall’s ESports team had a great run in the tournament. They won four games straight before facing Owasso in a tight match that ended in a loss. After that, they went up against Mustang Red but fell short of making it to the grand finals, finishing in third place. This loss encourages
the team to try harder next time. The team, made up of Karter Chrystal, Eudonnis Blackman and Don Clark, played hard throughout the event. Senior Clark reflected on the experience, saying, “Looking at where we ended up in the state tournament, I think it’s important to talk about the esports community.
“Of course, there’s always a competitive spirit when there’s only one first place, but even while competing, you have the chance to travel, compete and build good connections along the way.”
Quail Creek Bank is proud to salute its customers!
Thank you for your continued support of Quail Creek Bank. Have a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Louann Cooks donates a package to Santa’s Cause at the Quail Creek Bank Christmas party. The organization was founded by bank Senior Vice President Alan Webb. Each year, Santa’s Cause fulfills hundreds of Letters to Santa and delivers gifts to homes.
Above: Stephen Carns Quail Creek Bank Senior Vice President Alan Webb and Brent Giles. At left: Fred Tavangar, bank President Doug Fuller and his wife Susie and Senior Vice President Jeff Massad. More than 600 people attended the Christmas party at Northpark Mall.
Dick Bell with retired Quail Creek Bank Senior Vice President Martha McCuddy and BJ Moore celebrate the holidays.
Jody and Hank Lesch check out the extensive spread at the Quail Creek Bank party.
Above: Johnny and Martie Everett, Judy Wurdeman and Gail Grady get into the holiday spirit with Quail Creek Bank. At left: Dave and Sherry Stupka.
By Toluwalase Aderonbi
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Lewis Orthodontics
Sylvester Eye Care
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Nile McKinney, age 8 • Winner for Thrifty Pharmacy
Jude Scully, age 7 • Winner for Sylvester Eye Care
Brynn Baumann, age 10 • Winner for Learning Tree
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‘Dear Santa, All I want is to see you!’
KIRKLAND ELEMENTARY
Adrianna Gonzalez’s First Grade Class
Dear Santa, I want to send more time with my family this Christmas. — Lodoyn Richardson
Dear Santa, This Christmas I want some beieblaids. — Uzra
Dear Santa, I want a barbie, barbie car. — Nastasia
Dear Santa, All I want this christmas is to see you. I want a dloo. — Sarah
Dear Santa, This christmas I a ipad a puppy and Army men. — Quest
Dear Santa, Teis christmas I want a drone, buttons to record sounds a switch for my sister, Legos. — Wesley
Dear Santa, All I want is an elsa doll — Syeda
Dear Santa, This Chri stmas I want food — Avistanziz
Dear Santa, this christmas I want money and Pokemon cards and roblox gith card. — Noah
Dear Santa, This christmas I want a barie doll. — Lohomie
Dear Santa, I want a scooter. — Ensky
Dear Santa, All I wont is a baby dloo. — Brbuiese
Dear Santa, I want a lego set, remote control dino abd a remote control delactsoaurus. — Altas
Dear Santa, I want 2 dolls a barbie house and barbie cloths. — Shahido
Dear Santa, I want a bike for christmas. — Alexis
Dear Santa, Can you please brinomearegoas. Thank you. — Love, Cami
Dear Santa, Can you bring me art supplies?
— Love, Lala
Dear Santa, will you bring me a sewing machine?
— Love, Faith Dear Santa, Can you bring me air and for me?
— Neo
TRINITY SCHOOL FIRST GRADE
Dear Santa, I want a new marble run with an elevator. — From, Lincoln, Age 6
Dear Santa, I want a super cool play station. — From, Josiah, Age 7
Dear Santa, I want a skateboard. — From, Landan Age 7
Dear Santa, I would like a pink guitar. — From, Kade, Age 6
Dear Santa, I want a white cat with blue eyes.
—From, Yana, Age 7
Dear Santa, I want a toy dragon. —From, Rory, Age 7
Above: Children take part in the finale of the Hickman Music School’s “Christmas in Candyland” performance. This is the 80th anniversary
preschool.
1944, Doris Hickman, the mother of two young daughters, opened her home to the neighborhood children, inviting them over to sing song s and learn about
instruments. Today, the school is run by Doris’ daughter Jo Tarr and granddaughter Kathyrn Mosteller.
Mrs. Santa (Molly Gordon) sings and dances during her and Santa’s (Grayson Wilson) rendition of “Christmas Candy.”
Included in the “Hotta, Hotta Cho-a-lotta” number are Harlow Holmboe, Mary Frances Alterdorf, Dean Dowdy and George Callowway. The children danced around a giant mug of hot chocolate.
Chefs Beau Blankenship, Henry Van Horn and Henry Berry are mixing up Christmas candy in their performance by the same name.
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the state, and to have our members more involved with OML.”
The Oklahoma Municipal League represents municipalities at the State Capitol.
The non-profit organization provides a voice for municipalities to share opinions on policies and offers members the opportunity to become involved in the legislative process.
The Oklahoma Municipal League Regional Councils advise the OML Board by providing leadership to create effective leaders and serve as a voice for collective
action statewide. A large part of the OML mission is to represent municipalities at the State Capitol with a united voice.
“OML has a broad mission supporting every city and town across the state, so they felt that regional councils could help for input and feedback as well as being able to communicate out,” said Slezickey. “The regional councils are comprised of a mix of council members, mayors and city managers.”
Slezickey said that since council member terms in The Village are only two years, and the mayor serves for only one year, the OML staff felt that a city manager from The Village
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work with my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to provide real solutions for the real challenges Oklahomans are facing every day.”
CSG 20 Under 40 Leadership Award recipients were chosen from a competitive pool of
would have more longterm stability.
“I think it benefits us any time we work with a regional partnership. It keeps us in the loop and lets us voice issues and concerns from our communities,” he said.
“The regional councils will seek input and feedback requested by the OML Board of directors and staff and help to focus on regional issues that may not be statewide issues.”
Slezickey said he attended an initial meeting in October.
The District Five Regional Council has quarterly meetings.
Regional Council members represent municipalities from their district and encourage communica-
applicants based on their bipartisan work, leadership, and work within a specific policy area.
“As these exceptional leaders step forward to shape the future of their states, they embody the values that drive our work at The Council of State Governments — civility, collaboration and innovation,” said David Adkins, CSG executive direc-
tion with other municipal leaders on issues of importance to their communities. The Region Five Council includes municipalities found in Logan, Oklahoma, Canadian, Cleveland, McCurtain, Pottawatomie and Seminole counties.
“I have been supportive and active with OML since starting out in local government,” Slezickey said. “I really see this as more of a sharing partnership for best practices and resolving issues thanspecific accomplishments.
“There is value in The Village being represented, more so than anything for my persona repertoire,” he added. “I have served
tor/CEO. “The 2024 CSG 20 Under 40 Leadership Award recipients represent the best of public service, demonstrating that leadership knows no age. Their achievements inspire confidence in the promise of state government to meet the challenges of tomorrow.”
All recipients were honored at the CSG National Conference on Dec. 4-7 in New Orleans, La.
INTEGRIS Heart Hospital marks 300th LVAD
In 2014, surgeons with the INTEGRIS Health Heart Hospital were the first in the nation to perform a HeartMate 3 (HM3) LVAD implant. Now, the hospital is cele -
brating its 300th HM3 LVAD implant. A left ventricular assist device (LVAD) is a mechanical pump used to support heart function in patients with severe heart failure.
Overall, the INTEGRIS Health Heart Hospital Advanced Cardiopulmonary Care has the eighth largest LVAD program in the country. While INTEGRIS may
be celebrating its 300th HM3 implant, in tallying up all the generational devices over the years, the hospital has implanted nearly 750 LVADs and counting.
on many local government associations, boards and partnerships at various levels in my career.”
Slezickey is currently serving the last year of his term on the International City and County Management Association Board of Directors.
“I feel that the regional council with OML will be a worthy partnership for the Oklahoma City metro,” he said.
The next District Five Regional Council meeting is scheduled for Jan. 21, 2025 at the City Hall in Midwest City.
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SAVE THE DATE
March 28 • Pink Floyd Laser Show
Experience the original master recordings of Pink Floyd with mindblowing visuals in the ultimate laser light show! A multigenerational experience and a rite of passage for any Floyd fan, Pink Floyd Laser Spectacular sets classics from Dark Side of the Moon and The Wall to an impressive display of cuttingedge effects, including highpowered lasers and largescreen video projection. OCCC Visual and Performing Arts Center Theater, 7777 S. May Ave. Visit occc.ticketstage.net for shows and tickets.
Aug. 17 • TOTO, Men At Work, Christopher Cross
This show promises to take you both to “Africa” “Down Under” and “Sailing” in just a few groovy hours – experience TOTO under the stars with MEN AT WORK and CHRISTOPHER CROSS live at the Zoo Amphitheatre this August. Visit okczoo amp.com for tickets.
THEATRE
March 1823 • Peter Pan
Your Gift This Holiday Season Makes a World of Difference
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Your generous gift will help to: Recruit more dental professionals across the state, provide access to dental care to underserved areas in Oklahoma, and spread awareness of Oral Healthcare to more communities. Because of donors like you DDENT connected over 500 people with life changing dental treatment in fi scal year 2023 24. Every contribu ti on, no matter the size, makes a significant impact. To donate online, please visit d dentok. org/donate.
Christmas Day Movies
CONCERTS
Dec. 30 • TransSiberian Orchestra
The holidays rock a whole lot harder than they ever have thanks to TransSiberian Orchestra. To celebrate the band’s 20th year on the road, TransSiberian Orchestra is mounting an allnew production, The Lost Christmas Eve Tour! and the show that first turned them into an arenarock phenomenon. Two shows at the Paycom Center. Visit paycom.com for details and tickets.
This highflying musical has been thrilling audiences of all ages for close to 70 years and is now being brought back to life in a new adaptation at the Civic Center. This extraordinary musical is full of excitement and adventure featuring iconic and timeless songs. Visit okcbroadway.com for tickets.
THIS WEEKEND
Dec. 21 • Winter Solstice
Visit FAM for a unique commemoration on the shortest day of the year. Winter Solstice Celebration is from 3 –6 pm at the Festival Plaza. This free experience is on the shortest day of the year and includes interpretive walks up the FAM Mound, prayer and a round dance. Around 5:15, we will watch the winter solstice sun set through the mound tunnel.
OKC THUNDER
HOME GAMES
Paycom Center
100 West Reno Ave.
Monday, Dec. 23 • Wash. Wizards
7:00 pm Sunday, Dec. 29 • Memphis Grizzlies
6:00 pm Tuesday, Dec. 31 • Minn Timberwolves
7:00 pm
Send calendar events to jennifer@okcfriday.com
Christmas day has always been a very popular day at the movies. The Wolf of Wall Street, Catch Me if you Can, Django Unchained, Les Misérables, and The Talented Mr. Ripley were all released on Christmas Day. Same with The Color Purple, which raked in $18 million on Christmas day last year, making it the second biggest haul of all time behind Sherlock Holmes, the fastpaced 2009 reboot from British auteur Guy Ritchie
This year, there are several high-profile films debuting on Christmas day. The most highly acclaimed is arguably Blitz, the latest drama from British filmmaker Steve McQueen. McQueen won the Oscar for producing and directing 12 Years a Slave. His new film stars four-time Oscar nominee Saoirse Ronan as a Londoner trapped amidst the German bombing of the capital during WWII.
Babygirl, a new film from actress turned director Halina Reijn, stars Oscar and Emmy winner Nicole Kidman as a female executive who falls for a male intern. Kidman has taken on a plethora of challenging, dramatic roles over the past few years and is working at the top of her game.
NOSFERATU, a
modern remake of the classic vampire film, is directed by Robert Eggers, who previously haunted theaters with The Witch and The Lighthouse. This new version stars Lily-Rose Depp daughter of Johnny Depp, and Bill Skarsgard, who famously plays Pennywise in the horror film series
It My favorite holiday release is A Complete Unknown, the new movie about Bob Dylan. Set in New York, 1961, against the backdrop of tumultuous cultural upheaval, Dylan arrives from Minnesota as a 19-year-old destined to make it as a singer. He forges intimate relationships with the music icons of Greenwich Village, including Joan Biaz and Pete Seeger, and launches his legendary career.
A Complete Unknown is directed by James Mangold Mangold directed the Johnny Cash biopic Walk the Line (2006), and was Oscar nominated for screenwriting Logan (2017) and producing Ford vs Ferrari (2019). His experience on the Cash film
is evident here, as the story flows far more naturally than a typical biographical epic.
Timothée Chalamet stars and sings as Bob Dylan. He is magnificent. Dylan is one of the most iconic singer-songwriters in history. Luckily, Chalamet is up to the task, bringing a depth and natural ease to the role, in addition to his matinee idol good looks.
Chalamet is arguably the hottest actor in the world right now. After rising to fame in 2017 with Oscar nominee Call Me by Your Name, he followed up with two more Oscar nominees, Lady Bird and Little Women. Last year, he starred as Willa Wonka in the blockbuster musical prequel Wonka. And this year, he stars in Oscar contender Dune: Part 2 in addition to the Dylan film.
A Complete Unknown also boast a fabulous supporting cast. The film stars Edward Norton as Pete Seeger, Elle Fanning as Sylvie Russo, Monica Barbaro as Joan Baez, and Scoot McNairy as Woody Guthrie
After you’ve unwrapped your gifts and eaten your fill, consider heading to the local movie theater and checking out one of these awesome Christmas day releases. Merry Christmas!
Upcoming Femme Film screenings
Femme Film is a monthly program that screens movies made by femmes to the Oklahoma community for free. “Femme” is used as an umbrella term used to describe individuals targeted by sexism and misogyny, including but not limited to woman, non-binary, trans and genderqueer individuals.
Femme Film was started in September 2020 by Paris Burris, a filmmaker and film programmer in her hometown of Oklahoma City. Along with running Femme Film, Paris is also a short film programmer for the Oscar-qualifying deadCenter Film Festival. She loves
making independent films with her friends and is an unabashed cinephile who loves discovering and sharing underseen films. Visit oklahomacontemporary.org for details about Femme Film and many other exhibits and events.
Upcoming Screenings:
Jan. 9 • Winter’s Bone
Debra Granik | 2010 | 99 minutes This movie is rated R (for strong language, violence and drug use).
After discovering her father put their house up for his bail bond and then disappeared, 17-year-old Ree
Dolly (Jennifer Lawrence) must confront the local criminal underworld and the harsh Ozark wilderness in order to track down her father and save her family.
Feb. 13 • The Watermelon Woman
Cheryl Dunye | 1996 | 85 minutes | NR (contains strong language and sexual content).
Cheryl (Cheryl Dunye), a young Black lesbian, works a day job in a video store while trying to make a film about a Black actress from the 1930s known for playing the stereo
typical “mammy” roles relegated to Black actresses during that period.
March 20 • Femme Film Shorts A collection of short films by local femme filmmakers. More info to come!
ELVES
kids throw glass Christmas ornaments. That hurts. At the house it is chaos. The kids are nuts. Did you know how Santa watches over you? He sends me to you. After it I report to Santa. I like being an elf.
— Olive
If I were an elf my name would be snowflake. I will make a cupcake and candcane and a cookie. I had a lot of fun. It is the best. I like to be an elf. It is a lot of fun. Next Christmas I will have a lot of fun. — Evie
If I were an elf my name wud be elf. I would live on a shelf. I would make shr that he is nise. Myfafrte foode would be pizza. — Dillon
If I were an elf my name wyd be elfey. I wyb live in a gingrbred hys. I would play hid in sek. My favrt fod would be kabekins. — Kinsley
If I were an elf my name would be Dimond geraldo. I would live on a shellf. My favorite hing to do is get snacks.
— Warren
If I were an elf My name would be Pinke. I would live in a fawwr. My favorite tin is ice skating. My go to meal coulik chips, marshmellows Hrskes bar. — Blake
If I were an elf my name would be JJ. I would live in the bathroom my favorite thing to
do is snow bol fight My goto meal would be marshmall llows, cottoncanby and pankay f, and shrimp. — Jackson
If I were an elf my name would be pickle. I would live in the North pole. My favorite thing to do is help Santue. My go to mea would be cotton candy. — Luke
If I were an elf my name would be Shaondeol. I would live in algloow. My favorite thing to do is shibind bag uv stordrts deg My gt meal, would be cande. — Collins
If I were an elf my name would Rora. I would live on a shelf in a huos. My faovirte thing to do is make a snowman. — Beau
If I were an elf I would steal peopls prapnts and act like marioin the chimney and sneak a round and steal ther phane and watch tiktas that is what I would do if I was an elf.
— Carson
If I were an elf I woul stor presnts and gve toy. Go tarn on the bathtub. I take bak get toilet paper and put it all over the house. That is what I would do if I was an elf.
— Brantley
If I were an elf I would give money to people who are poor. So then can buy food and get a home to live in. So they could have children and a wife. They could have a big family. They could make a great family all together.
— Grace
If I were an elf I would steal peoples presents. Will steal
Santas bed. Next I will drink santas milk I will steal his toothbrush. I will steal Christmas. That is what I would do if I was an elf.
— Eivey
If I were an elf I wold mak presents for good kids not bad kids I wold never ever make presens for Bad kids and if Santa wasnt felling well I wold take good cer of him.
— Ella
If I were an elf I would give one side of the world gifts santa will deliver the other side. I will also make toys. If santa was not available I would do it. I will pretend to be an elf on a shelf at night I will give gifts! That is what I would do if I was an elf.
— Amelia
If I were an elf I woud give food away t help. If people were sad I woud hug them. Make a gigrbred hwas. Give presents to people. That is what I would do if I was an elf.
— Raylynn
If I were an elf I would be the elf on the shelf and steal santas bed. I woud do it becaus it is fun and funny and scret. No one will know. its the best Santa haus for fun.
— Emerson
If I were an elf my name would be Shawdel. I would live in a algioow. My favorite thing to d is shipjnd bag nv stordts deig. My gt meal would be cande.
— Collins
If I were an elf my name wood be Bogo. I wood live in donuton troto. my favrit food wood be srimp. I wood play with my dogs.
— Beau B.
Christmas Eve Services, 4 p.m. & 6 p.m.
CV-2024-3378
IN RE: The Name of: ) Caleb Childs )
NOTICE OF HEARING ON CHANGE ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME
TO: All interested parties. Take notice that Caleb Micheal Childs has petitioned to change his/her name to Caleb Micheal Kennedy.
A Hearing on said petition is set for 1:30 o’clock P.M. on the 5 day of February, 2025, before Judge Mai in his/her courtroom 709 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/Diane Watson By: DEPUTY (SEAL)
(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, December 20, 2024) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA
CV-2024-3413
In the Matter of the Application ) of Joli Herrera, ) as next of friend of (child) ) Xolchi Johana Herrera Perez ) to Change Her/His Name ) NOTICE OF FILING PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME
RICK WARREN, Court Clerk /s/illegible signature By: DEPUTY (SEAL)
DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA
CV-2024-3414
NOTICE OF FILING PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME
Notice is hereby given that on the 11 day of December, 2024, Petitioner filed in the District Court of Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, a Petition requesting a change of name from Baby Girl Daniel to Courtnie Marie Roberts. The Petition shall be heard on the 23 day of January, 2025, at the hour of 1:30 o’clock p.m. in the District Court, before the Honorable Judge Stinson, in the City of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, State of Oklahoma, when and where any person interested may contest the Petition by filing a written opposition thereto. Dated this 11 day of December, 2024.
RICK WARREN, Court Clerk
By /s/Jamie Houston Deputy (SEAL)
Prepared By: Bennett & Gallon, PLLC
J. Ken Gallon, OBA#18708 Jeremy Bennett, OBA#34130 Johnathan Preston, OBA#35434 16 E. Central Miami, OK 74354 (918) 542-1818 Attorneys for Petitioner
(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, December 20, 2024)
DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS CITY OF NICHOLS HILLS, OKLAHOMA
Notice is hereby given that an Ordinance amending Section 50-26 of the Nichols Hills City Code and the official Zoning District Map to rezone and redistrict the property located in Nichols Hills, Oklahoma at 6523 Avondale Drive from the R-2 Two-Family Residential Zoning District to the R-3 Multiple-Family Residential Zoning District; repealing all conflicting ordinances or parts of ordinances; providing for severability; and declaring an emergency 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
To Whom It May Concern: Take notice that (a) Joli Herrera, as next of friend of Xolchi Johana Herrera Perez has filed in the above court a Petition to have the minor child’s name changed as follows, to-wit: From (a) Xolchi Johana Herrera Perez to (b) Xolchi Johana Perez Herrera; and that the same will be heard by the Honorable Judge Mai of Oklahoma County, in the County Courthouse, located at 321 Park Avenue, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73102, on the 5 day of February, 2025 at 1:30 o’clock p.m.; and that any person may file a written protest in the case, prior to the date set for hearing.
RICK WARREN, Court Clerk By /s/Jamie Houston Deputy (SEAL) CLERK/BAILIFF OF THE DISTRICT COURT
(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, December 20, 2024) DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA CV-2024-3411
In Re: The Name of: ) Annabelle Grace Delene Haller )
NOTICE OF HEARING ON CHANGE ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME
TO: All interested parties. Take notice that Annabelle Grace Delene Haller has petitioned to change his/her name to Parker George Haller. A Hearing on said petition is set for 11:00 o’clock A.M. on the 6 day of March, 2025, before Judge Timmons at 11:00 o’clock in courtroom 201 at 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)
City of NiChols hills
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Fast Girls: A Novel of the 1936 Women’s Olympic Team
By Elise Hooper
The recently published book Fast Girls is catching the eye of all readers who are interested in historical fiction based on vital statistics and fun facts of Olympics of the 20th Century. Elise Hooper, author of The Other Alcott has filled
that desire with a preWWII thriller about three American female athletes who are trying to break into men’s world of sports in the years before women did that. As a matter of fact, the first time a world Olympics ran a women’s event was in 1936 in the Berlin Olympics, often referred to as “Nazi Hitler’s Olympics of ’36.” The book covers the journey of USA girls from the USA, three of whom are known as the three fastest girls in history: Betty Robinson (called the Golden Girl), and
Louise the underestimated Black runner and farm girl named Helen in their fierce drive to participate in the Berlin Olympics where they not only faced other runners but also severe sexism, racism and the rising tide of fascism in Hitler’s domain. They were all medal winners and record setters. The sporting events covered tried and tested male participants like Jessie Owens. Track and field events expanded to include other sports for men and the unlikely successful entry of
women in those fields. All articles and telegrams and stories reflect the attitudes and hardships met by these women as they trained, ran and aimed for returning to the U.S. with fists full of gold, silver and bronze medals.
The tales, hardships and physical problems are fascinating to read as the cultural differences emerge in every aspect of the trip from journey, language and even of cheating and lying. Helen, Louise and Betty faced any unexpected frightening turns, taunts and problems. Unbeliev-
ably they even met with the scare of accusations of cancer, of sexual changes and a very unpleasant set of incidents involving Babe D. Zaharias. The trans accusations were wild enough to remain in the newspapers. Unfortunately, they also added to the stress and brought to the contestant’s minds which made them nervous and more stressed every day and almost every race.
Records and stories associated with how much women can accomplish when they train, work hard and have a passion for the
tasks. There is a feeling of sportsmanship and pride as the players from the United States returned home after this experience of a lifetime. Fast Girls is the exciting read of a lifetime for a lover of sports and competition. They were still able to return home with ears ringing with praises and accolades for their country. You will enjoy feeling like a first-class athlete among the world’s best athletes. ENJOY!
Thanks to Full Circle Bookstore for sharing this book with FRIDAY readers.
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BOYS BASKETBALL ROUNDUP
Irish net 2nd at Harrah Classic
After blowing through two straight opponents, the McGuinness boys basketball team saw their streak end with a 70-44 loss to El Reno to take second place at the Harrah Panther Classic last weekend.
Cooper Bradley and Hudson McCormick paced the Class 4A No. 5 Irish (4-2) with 14 points each in the championship game.
McGuinness reached the title contest with a dominating 72-45 victory over Shawnee in the semifinals on Friday. Bradley and McCormick led the way with 15 points each and Brody Parks chipped in 13 points.
On Thursday, the Irish held on for a 58-48 triumph against Classen SAS, with Bradley collecting a team-best 15 points. McCormick contributed 14 points, while Bryce Schwarz added 12 points.
McGuinness enjoys a long break before resuming its season
Jan. 3 against Fridayland rival Harding Charter Prep.
CHARGERS GRAB 6TH AT HARRAH
Heritage Hall also competed at the Harra Panther Classic last weekend, as the Chargers finished sixth following a 56-55 loss to Classen SAS in the consolation championship game.
T.J. Williams grabbed a team-best 30 points for 3A No. 18 Heritage Hall (2-2) and Xzavier Mbroh chipped in 12 points.
On Friday, the Chargers cruised to a 56-43 victory against Star Spencer behind 16 points from Williams and 11 points from Porter Gillispie.
Heritage Hall opened Thursday with a 72-47 loss to Fridayland rival John Marshall as Williams scored 21 points and Mbroh had 12 points.
The Chargers embark on a trip to Tulsa this weekend to
finish off the calendar year, including games at Victory Christian on Friday and Metro Christian on Saturday.
Also, at Harrah, the Bears (3-1) endured a 75-68 loss to El Reno on Thursday in their opener. They Midwest City this Friday at 7:30 p.m.
CCS TOPS CYCLONES IN CONSO FINAL
Falling behind early, Casady never recovered in a 57-32 loss to host Community Christian last Saturday in the consolation final at the Community Christian Classic in Norman.
Jack Lee paced the Cyclones (1-6) with a team-best 18 points in the setback.
On Friday, Casady secured its first win of the young season with a 59-58 triumph over Guthrie in the consolation semifinals.
WRESTLING ROUNDUP
Casady visits Fridayland rival Crossings Christian this Friday at 7:30 p.m.
KNIGHTS CRUISE PAST ROCKETS
Dominating almost from the opening tip, Crossings Christian cruised to an 85-60 victory over Fridayland rival Mount St. Mary in last week’s action.
Three players scored in double figures for the 4A No. 2 Knights (6-0), led by Cal Furnish with 23 points. Braden Buckingham collected 17 points and Rylen Sykes added 10 points.
Crossings Christian hosts Fridayland rival Casady this Friday at 7:30 p.m.
Davis Currie led a trio in double figures with 16 points, as James Elder collected 12 points and Sam Edwards chipped in 10 points. The Cyclones opened on Thursday with a difficult 56-42 setback against Anadarko, led by Elder with 13 points and Edwards with 11 points.
Story continued at OKCFRIDAY.com.
Antlers grapple to 3rd at
Perry tournament of champions
Keyed by six athletes placing in the top 4 or better, the Deer Creek wrestling team finished third last weekend at the prestigious Perry Tournament of Champions.
A pair of Antlers, including Hayes McNeill and Jace Provence earned individual titles.
McNeill won the 138-pound division with a won over North DeSoto’s Dalton Compton in the championship match, while Provence secured a 7-1 decision over Topher Garrett of Westmoore for the 144pound title.
Garon Kaiser and Brady Brewer collected runner-up trophies at the tournament of champions.
Kaiser took second at 157 pounds
after a 4-1 loss to Westmoore’s Hayze Ivey.
Brewer suffered a difficult 4-2 setback against Westmoore’s Mason Armstrong at 175 pounds. Meanwhile, Dylan Hamilton and Brandon Schoenecke collected fourth-place finishes.
Hamilton lost to Blackwell’s Madden Edgar in the 126-pound consolation final, and Schoenecke also fell to Catoosa’s Tranel Love at 285 pounds.
Deer Creek’s Easton Witter and Nash Neeley finished fifth at 113 and 120 pounds, respectively, followed by Parker Degraffenreid (132 pounds), Graeden Demario (165), Junior Youmbi (190) and Giovanny Acero (215) in sixth place.
Heritage Hall’s T.J. Williams (23) skies for a layup during the Chargers’ 65-43 victory against Star Spencer last week at the Harrah Panther Classic tournament.
- Photo by Tina Walker, tinawalker.pixieset.com
GIRLS BASKETBALL ROUNDUP
Antlers outlast Kingfisher to claim Alva Shootout title
Keyed by three players in double figures, the Deer Creek girls basketball team escaped with a 48-46 victory over Class 4A No. 6 Kingfisher last Friday to capture the Alva Shootout title.
Amada Radinovic and Nadia Taylor scored 12 points each to lead the Antlers (3-2) and Jazlynn Menifee chipped in 11 points.
On Friday, Deer Creek held on for a 5047 win against 4A No. 5 Bethany in the semifinals behind 17 points from Radinovic and 10 from Kayleigh Steele.
The Antlers opened with a 54-53 loss to host Alva, ranked No. 6 in 3A, as Radinovic netted 12 points, Taylor had 11 and Menifee added 10 points.
Deer Creek visits U.S. Grant this Friday at 6 p.m.
KNIGHTS GRAB 3RD AT WYNNEWOOD
Overcoming a loss in the semifinals, Crossings Christian rebounded for a dominating 4713 win over Lexington to place third at the Wynnewood Invitational last weekend.
Molly Mentzel scored a team-best 12 points and Sophia Storke added 11 points for the Knights (4-2).
Crossings endured a 44-32 setback against Plainview in the semifinals, behind 17 points from Clara Bebee.
On Thursday, the Knights opened with a 37-30 victory against Southmoore. Carlie Little finished with 12 points and Bebee contributed 11 points.
Crossings Christian hosts Fridayland rival Casady this Friday at 6 p.m.
ROCKETS TAKE 6TH AT CCS TOURNEY
Mount St. Mary
competed at the Community Christian Classic in Norman last weekend and finished sixth after a 57-42 loss to KIPP-Tulsa in the consolation final.
The Rockets (1-4) escaped with a 38-37 win over Fridayland rival Casady in the consolation semifinal and opened with a 75-23 setback against 3A No. 2 Anadarko.
Also, last week, Mount St. Mary endured a 55-39 defeat against Crossings Christian on Monday. Kylee Ross scored a team-best 20 points and Jazmine Jessie added 12 points and four steals.
Meanwhile, Casady finished seventh at Community Christian with a 59-14 victory over Guthrie on Saturday afternoon. The Cyclones (6-3) lost 3837 to Mount St. Mary in the consolation semifinals and 86-46 to 4A No. 15 Weatherford in the opener.
Casady visits Crossings Christian this Friday at 6 p.m.
LIBERTY TOO MUCH FOR ROYALS
Falling behind early, Cristo Rey never recovered on the way for a 62-14 loss at Liberty Academy last week in Shawnee.
Arlen Escobar Sancern led the Royals (3-5) with seven points and Hazitry Manriquez-Garcia added six points.
Cristo Rey opened the week with a 34-27 win over Cornerstone Christian. Escobar Sancern netted a teambest 16 points and Mariana Carrera chipped in six points.
The Royals enjoy a
long break before hosting Family of Faith on Jan. 9.
PANTHERS 2ND AT LAWSON INV.
A potential gametying three-point shot came up short as PC North suffered a heartbreaking 65-62 loss to
host Norman in the Joe Lawson Invitational championship game last Saturday. Story continued at OKCFRIDAY.com.
PC North’s Brandie Harrod (3) drives the lane against Putnam City. The Panthers lost to Norman on Saturday in the Joe Lawson Invitational final.
- Photo by Richard Clifton, rtcditigalimages.zenfolio.com
OPINION OPINION O O UR UR S S TAND TAND
“And you shall know the truth and the truth shall make you free.” John 8:32 (quoting Jesus). The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is that good men do nothing.” – Edmund Burke paraphrase, 1767. If you want it in the paper, it’s advertising. If you don’t want it in the paper, it’s news.” – Ancient Chinese Proverb
“Without, or with, offense to friends or foes, We sketch your world exactly as it goes.” – Byron, 1818.
“Every violation of truth is a stab at the health of human society.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson, 1878.
“We must always stand – alone if necessary – as the conscience of this community.” – J. Leland Gourley, 1959.
Christmas Party brings warm memories
By Eric Oesch Staff Writer
We had our OKC FRIDAY Christmas party a couple of weekends ago. Everyone had fun. We ate too much and exchanged Dirty Santa Gifts. The party brought back warm memories of my affiliation with the paper through the years.
FRIDAY was only 3-years-old when I was lucky enough to write a high school column for the paper.
At age 17 during my senior year the Northeast News provided my initial foray into journalism. It changed my life. I loved it and didn’t miss a week. Plus, it made me kinda popular amongst my peers. Everyone likes to see their name in the paper.
After graduating from Central State, I found myself back at FRIDAY as news editor. My first story assignment was to write about the 950
Luxury Apartments being constructed at NW 122 and Penn. It was also the first time I ever used a computer.
Back then we were just FRIDAY . Leland Gourley pounded into our heads that he wanted the names of 1000 people and photos of 100 folks in every issue. He wanted to make “stars” of our readers, and it worked. We made sure every name published in the paper was printed in bold face. The public bought in as did the advertisers.
The paper flourished.
Leland gathered an amazing staff of young recent graduates to publish his
paper. He was good at that sort of thing.
Ray Hibbard, Cindy Elliott Allen, Jill Evans, Steve Vaughn, Molly Jones, Scott Mullineaux, Nelda Franks, Jane Megaffin, Valarie Dick, Karla Henson, Sherrie Tabor, Joanne — what a crew!
Ray and Cindy went on to publish their own papers. We always said we were proud graduates of the Leland Gourley School of Journalism.
Patty Snyder wrote “Around Town,” Randy Fellers wrote “Rambling with Randy.” And Franci Hart wrote “Frankly Franci.” What a pleasure to collaborate with those gifted writers.
Dear Wise Elder: My wife and I are DINK’s – Dual Income, No Kids in our 80s. We have a trust and solid financials in place. What else do we need to do?
Dear Mr. DINK: You have done well to save and have a trust. However, you are not done until you have a sit-down, intentional meeting with all the people – first, secondary and third in succession whom you and your wife have named as powers of attorney for healthcare, powers of attorney for financial, and trustees. Tell them you have named them, but also what your wishes are for every detail. Talk about all the issues that might
Each one covered Fridayland and the people who live here in their own unique style.
We won many Sweepstakes Awards from the Oklahoma Press Association Better Newspaper Contest at the State Fair. And the Christmas Parties continued.
I eventually migrated to the PR side of journalism and worked for a couple of non-profits in town.
Omniplex Science Museum, Frontier Country Marketing Association and Red Earth. And through it all, I strived to get my stories published in OKC FRIDAY.
Christmases would
come up including if your wife dies first and you have dementia. If you die first and your wife is in good health and a strong cognition. Talk about what you want done with the home and the stuff. Talk about your end of life plans for home health, hospice and funeral plans. Write your obituary or at least list the details of your family names and important dates. That will be needed for the death certificate. Make sure your trust has a guardian named in case that would be needed.
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come and go. Vicki and Leland would open their lovely Nichols Hills home on Wilshire Boulevard to generations of journalism professionals. And they, too, would eat too much and exchange Dirty Santa Gifts just like we did this year.
COVID did its thing to non-profits, and I was not spared. Thankfully, Vicki generously opened the door and again and gave me a home at OKC FRIDAY. This Christmas, as I count my blessings, I am grateful for Rose Lane, OKC FRIDAY and the opportunity to cover the community I love. Merry Christmas.
Plaid Tidings
the
Christopher
Ladies rock around the Christmas tree with Marnie, Debby and Patti
- Photos by Rose Lane
Debby Hampton, Patti Mellow and Marnie Taylor, above, hosted their annual Girls’ Party. With an invitation announcing, “We just want a kinder, gentler world where kale and exercise are not mentioned,” several hundred women attended the event at the Taylors’. Among those in attedance, in photos, clockwise, starting at right: The only men allowed — the hostesses husbands, from left, Mike Hampton, Mark Mellow and Clayton Taylor; Penny Voss and Meg Salyer, Jari Askins and Suzie Symcox; and Margaret Creighton and Susan Agel.
- Photos by AJ Stegall
Hosts Erik Salazar and Christopher Lloyd with Santa under a drone Christmas tree with their initials.
Plaid Tidings was
theme of Erik Salazar and
Lloyd’s Christmas Spectacular party. The event featured a drone show, live singing by Keely McGough, DJ Yucki Boy, late night hot dog snacks and custom cookies by Christopher’s mom Deborah Lloyd, plus much more. Above: Paul Steinke, Jordan Von Netzer, Rachel Cannon and Noah Engh.
Above: Monty Milburn, Kevin Watson, Virginia Hefner and Connor McKee celebrate the holidays at Paid Tidings. At right: Ashley Weems, Heather Hilfiger, and Sarah Anderson enjoy the balloon house.
John Powell Walker, Jayme Phillips and Kristin and Ben Ikard.
The Christmas Gospel: For unto us a child is born
IIn those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world.
(This was the first census that took place while Quirinius was governor of Syria.)
And everyone went to his own town to register.
So Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to Bethlehem the town of David, because he belonged to the house and line of David. He went there to register
with Mary, who was pledged to be married to him and was expecting a child.
While they were there, the time came for the baby to be born, and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn.
And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night.
An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified.
But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people.
Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord.
This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.”
Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men on whom his favor rests.”
When the angels had left them and gone into heaven, the shepherds said to one another, “Let’s go to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has told us about.”
So they hurried off and found Mary and
Joseph, and the baby, who was lying in the manger.
When they had seen him, they spread the word concerning what had been told them about this child, and all who heard it were amazed at what the shepherds said to them.
But Mary treasured up all these things and pondered them in her heart.
The shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things they had heard and seen, which were just as they had been told. — Luke 2:1-8
Casady ourth grade students presented the annual Living Nativity for the drive-by pleasure of parents, staff and guests this week! Every year, dedicated fourth graders brave the cold to reenact the birth of Jesus. The Living Nativity is the vision of Lower Division Launchpad
Instructor Heather Vick.Students in the photo, from left: Kilian A., Lydia T., Sonny M., Cora M., Henry T., Savannah B., Byrdie Y., Mazzy M., Brynn B., Eli M. and Margot J.
Circle Club throws ugly sweater contest party
Organized by Social Committee Chairman Valerie Naifeh, the Allied Arts Circle Club hosted an ugly sweater contest. In an illuminated blazer, Ron Page took the prize. Above: Liz Eickman, Jim Kessler, Karen Wicker, Allied Arts President and CEO Sunny Cearley and Adam Brooks. At right: Tanner Jeffers, Karen DeLaney and Juan Camcarenas.
Above: Mark Funke, Sean Trauschke, P.B. Odom III, David Thompson and Sherry and Lee Beasley.
Twinning are Karen Black and Eric Toben for the Circle Club ugly sweater contest.
- Photos by Rose Lane
