AN ANGELIC PERFORMANCE Olivia Mildren, Lily Warren, Suri McKinney, Mady Fong, Phoebe Lane and Kaitlyn Shaver are angels in Casady School’s Live Nativity. For more photos, see Page 3.
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The Village could issue $3.7 million bond
Bachelors Club The 74th annual Bachelors Club Christmas Ball presented 29 debutantes and raised $35,000 for Citizens Caring for Children, a nonprofit chosen by Bachelors Club President Sam Jackson.
By Ashley Haley Staff Writer Residents of The Village voted in favor of the city’s first-ever general obligation (GO) bond in 2018 for $10.3 million to improve the city, and the council could issue the remaining $3.7 million next year. At their regular city council meeting, The Village City Council received an update on the GO bonds from Ben Oglesby, Municipal Finance Services of Oklahoma, Inc. (MSFOK) representative. The council has already issued $7.1 million in bonds, which included $6 million to improve streets, sidewalks and signage and $1 million to renovate six city parks. Oglesby
For more information and photos, see Pages 15 & 16.
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2019 was a year for progress throughout Oklahoma City Compiled by Rose Lane Editor January The Village residents are told it is time to clean up their properties. Bob Ross is named OKC FRIDAY’s OKCityan of the Year. It is announced that Britton railroad crossings would receive a $1.4 million upgrade. In his State of the City address, OKC Mayor David
Holt vows to doing for future generations what those before have done for the residents of Oklahoma City. February Despite what was called a challenging year, the United Way of Central Oklahoma surpasses its 2018 campaign goal of $17 million. City and county law enforcement officers wrap up a month-long investiga-
tion into the circumstances of an elderly man in The Village who lay dead for several weeks in his home that also was occupied by one of his sons. The Oklahoma City Philharmonic Board President Terri Cooper wishes Executive Director Eddie Walker “great success’’ as he would step down effective April 1 to become the executive director at Oklahoma Contemporary.
Village volunteers saving dogs’ lives Village Animal League volunteer, attorney Tom Wolfe reached out to Cheryl Steckler after reading about the organization in OKC FRIDAY. Tom tells his story in a column about his experiences with The Village Animal Shelter on Page 10. Tom Wolfe plays with JoJo at the Village Animal Shelter, left. JoJo was featured in FRIDAY and has since been adopted.
All eight proposals in the $28.45 million capitalimprovements bond issue submitted to Nichols Hills voters in a special election on Feb. 12 pass by extraordinary margins. March Gene Rainbolt throws a party for his 90th birthday and brought Willie Nelson onboard to perform. Underwritten entirely by Rainbolt, the event benefited cancer research.
Due to mounting interest in its pre-K and kindergarten programs, Casady School announces it will develop some temporary space to accommodate classrooms for up to two dozen youngsters. Red Tie Night CoChairman Ethan and Wendy House and Lela Sullivan present Mary Deane Streich with the Oklahoma AIDS Care See 2019, Page 5
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friday events
Anita Bryant and former Governor George Nigh with County Clerk and Grammy nominated trumpeteer David Hooten, former NASA test astronaut Charlie Dry, Leonard Sullivan and Gene Rainbolt.
- Photos By Vicki Clark Gourley and Larry Stein
Former Govenors, standing from left, David Walters, Mary Fallin, George Nigh and Frank Keating, attending the party surround the birthday boys, Joe McClendon, seated left, and Paul Odem.
Sullivans host McClendon birthday Leonard Sullivan’s annual Christmas party celebrating Joe McClendon‘s and Paul Odom’s birthdays filled the Hidden Trails Country Club.
Joe McClendon, right, with his son, David, and grandson Jack McClendon.
Hosts for the birthday luncheon are Marilyn and Leonard Sullivan.
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Students
Casady School presents Live Nativity Casady School presented its annual Live Nativity during drop-off and pick-up at the Lower School. From left: Samuel Reding, George Bolen, Dawson Timmermeyer, Chase Cashion, Callie Keating, Mady Fong, Elizabeth Hayhurst, Grace Booze, Zoe Temple, Andrew Kos, Kingston Schwartz, Mac Shdeed and Ethan Evans. In front are Lily Warren and Suri McKinney.
Above: Dhiya Jeevanantham. Below: Noah Rindler.
Callie Keating and Claire Marie Melton with Baby Jesus.
VILLAGE From Page 1 said he recommends that the council consider issuing the remaining bonds in January. “I think we need to seriously consider issuing the remaining bonds in 2020,” Oglesby said. “I would propose that we try to get it on the
books before the end of June.” He said with the way the market is now, if the council chose to issue the bonds before June, they could get started on the authorization process but there is no specific date the bond has to be authorized by. During his presentation, Oglesby also said the council should review the existing Capital Improvement Plan and begin planning future GO
bond authorizations to maintain the target mill levy, or tax rate, in the future. Mayor Cathy Cummings said she is excited about the update and city improvements. “I’m starting to think about all the things we can do for the city,” she said. “There’s still a lot to be done and we still have quite a few roads we need to do.”
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Sports Weekly 2019: The Year in Sports
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Heritage Hall’s Val Park, left, is crowned state champion for a third straight year, after beating Tuttle’s Bryce Dauphin in the 138-pound final last spring.
McGuinness’ Hanna Newby competes in the 200-yard individual medley at the Class 5A state meet last February. The senior set a new state record of 1:01.58 in the preliminaries to break her own record set in the 2018 season.
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John Marshall’s Corey Coleman drives to the basket during the Bears’ Class 4A quarterfinal game last spring. The Bears lost to Heritage Hall in the semifinals.
Heritage Hall’s Owen Flynn swims the opening leg of his 200-yard individual medley race. The freshman won a gold medal at the Class 5A state championships last spring at Mitch Park in Edmond.
Heritage Hall’s Annabelle Treadwell hits a return during her match last spring at the Class 5A state tournament. Treadwell and her partner Ryan Thompson claimed the No. 1 doubles title. - Photo by Cindy Ritchie, CRPics.com
Casady’s Nick Armoudian celebrates after beating Houston Episcopal’s James Ogunrin to claim the Southwest Preparatory Conference championship at 220 pounds. - Photo provided by Casady Athletics
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Year in Review
2019 From Page 1 Fund’s Jim Vallion Award. Streich was honored for her service to the organization. The Last Frontier Council of the Boy Scouts of America honors Dick Sias with the 2019 E.C. Joullian Distinguished Citizen Award. Two major infrastructure contracts totaling $1.59 million for improvements to Nichols Hills streets and sanitary sewer lines are approved by the City Council. April Four metro-area men toting guns are arrested for allegedly attempting to burglarize an occupied home in The Village. Creative Oklahoma names its 2019 Creativity Ambassadors: C. Kendric Ferguson, creativity ambassador; Rob Lake, creativity ambassador; James Austin Kerr, 2019 young Oklahoma creativity ambassador; Tulsa’s Gathering Place; Susan McCalmont, creativity ambassador; Mike Larson, creativity ambassador; and Dr. Paul Silverstein, creativity ambassador. As Oklahoma City continues to change, the Oklahoma City National Marathon asks participants to join in Changing the Course of OKC as it changes the course. Nichols Hills is ranked by Safeties as the second safest city in Oklahoma for the second consecutive year. May The half-penny increase in sales tax that went into effect 12 months prior in The Village produces three-quarters of a million dollars in new revenue for the municipality. With Harding Charter Preparatory High School in the No. 1 position, five Fridayland high schools are in the Top 10 Oklahoma High Schools as determined by US News and World Report. At No. 2 is the Classen School of Arts and Sciences, followed by the Dove Science Academy at No. 4, Harding Fine Arts Academy at No. 5 and Deer Creek High School at No. 8. It is announced that Leslie and Cliff Hudson will be honored during the 44th Annu-
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General contractor Jim Abernathy addresses The Village City Council about proposed improvements to the animal shelter.
al Renaissance Ball, the largest annual fundraiser benefiting the Oklahoma City Museum of Art. Fridayland alums of Delta Delta Delta sorority of the Greater Oklahoma City Alumnae Chapter celebrate their chapter’s 100year anniversary with a Centennial Celebration bash. Bishop McGuinness Catholic High School select Ryan J. Maxwell ‘98 as the 2019 Distinguished Alumnus Award recipient. June King Bill Lance leads the talented actors and singers on stage as the Oklahoma Senior Follies returns to the Oklahoma City University stage to raise money for the Alzheimers Foundation and encourage seniors to stay active and pursue their gifts. A record municipal $11.59 million General Fund budget to finance day-to-day operations of the City of The Village for the coming fiscal year is approved. Criminal Justice activist Tricia Everest vaults into the No. 3 position in OKC FRIDAY’s “Most Powerful Oklahomans” poll for 2019. July Oklahoma City University’s Oklahoma Commerce & Industry Hall of Honor 2019 inductees are Mo Anderson, CEO of Keller Williams, with the Chairman's Award; Jim Couch, former city manager of the City of Oklahoma City, with the Outstanding Achievement Award; Tricia Everest, attorney, philanthropist and entrepreneur, with the Lifetime Achievement Award; and Dan Boren, president of corporate development for the Chickasaw Nation, with the President’s Award. The Foundation for Oklahoma City Public Schools announces it will induct John L.
Belt, Dr. Neal F. Lane, Dr. Pamela McCauley and W. DeVier Pierson into the Wall of Fame on Nov. 18 at the 35th Annual Wall of Fame Humanitarian Awards dinner. Called “pioneering” by Nichols Hills City Attorney John Williams, the City Council approves an ordinance requiring any buyer of a piece of property who intends to demolish a house on it to put up a surety bond. Deer Creek’s Jena Nelson is among the 12 finalists for Oklahoma’s next Teacher of the Year. August As students in the Oklahoma City Public Schools prepare to return to class, the district is still looking to fill remaining teaching positions. A group of The Village residents – and several who live just on the other side in Oklahoma City – introduce the need for immediate action on conditions at the animal shelter during a Council meeting. Bill Perry, vice president of content production of the Oklahoma Educational Television Authority (OETA), is inducted into the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS) Heartland Emmy Chapter’s Gold Circle Society of Honor. The Nichols Hills City Council unanimously approves the creation of a Nichols Hills Building Commission, an ordinance designed to preserve the city’s original vision and ensure construction meets general guidelines. Nichols Hills said goodbye to City Clerk and Finance Director Kristi Hort, who is retiring. She has been with the city for nearly 10 years. September Putnam City students and parents can now report bullying anonymously to site administrators by
using the new Stop It app. After a group of The Village residents, who have since established the Village Animal League, voiced concerns regarding conditions at the animal shelter last month, the city considers two options for improvement: maintaining the facility or contracting with Oklahoma City. John Marshall High School dedicates the Terry Harris Athletic Training Facility during a ceremony at the school. Businessmen Ken Davidson and Bob West donated nearly $1 million to build the facility, which is named for Harris, a longtime supporter of John Marshall. October The Bishop McGuinness Catholic High School state cheer team made history again at the OSSAA state cheerleading competition. The team won regionals the week before and after a flawless performance at state, the team was once again crowned OSSAA Class 5A state champions. This is the 3rd consecutive straight championship for the squad. Efforts to block the tsunami of obnoxious “robocalls” and “spam” telephone calls are under way at both the state and federal levels of government. The Nichols Hills City Council discusses the possible adoption of a new landlord permit ordinance, which would require all property owners who rent or are planning to rent their homes to obtain an annual permit from the city. Oklahoma City University is named to Playbill’s Top 10 most represented universities on Broadway for the second consecutive year. November Resident satisfaction ratings with Oklahoma City as a place to live are among the highest in the U.S., according to this year’s Citizen Survey. April 19, 2020 will be the 25th anniversary of the bombing of the Murrah Building and OKC National Memorial and Museum leaders say we stand at a turning point. The new “Looking Back • Thinking Forward” logo is designed to help people to envision the path ahead.
Attorney Tricia Everest is named the Most Powerful Woman in OKC through an independent poll conducted by OKC FRIDAY. A new timeline is set for the Britton Road reconstruction project between Penn and May Avenue. The Village city manager, Bruce Stone, says after a meeting with the Oklahoma City Water Department, ODOT and Crossland Construction Company, Inc., the new pavement should be completed by mid to late December. The Nichols Hills City Council approves an ordinance to reinstate the Nichols Hills Building Commission as a way of ensuring certain guidelines and requirements are met within the city. December The City of the Village will assist the Village Animal League (VAL), a group of resi-
dents who help maintain the local animal shelter, in the shelter improvement project estimated to cost about $94,000. The nominating committee and the board of directors of the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber announce that Percy Kirk of Cox Communications will serve a second term as chamber chairman. Britton Road commuters and businesses are finally starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel as the yearlong road construction project nears the finish line. After the project was nearly delayed an additional three months after crews had a conflict with a water line, The Village city manager Bruce Stone said twoway traffic is restored for the full mile of Britton Road between Penn and May Avenue after the hole at Sunnymeade Place was filled.
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CALENDAR EVENTS THEATRE
Through Dec. 24 • Lyric’s A Christmas Carol
Lyric’s spectacular holiday tradition returns to the Plaza Theatre, 1725 NW 16th St. with the 2019 edition of Charles Dickens’ classic.
EXHIBITS
Through February • The Frybread Factory: NDN Pop Art
Check out the new exhibit, “The Frybread Factory: NDN Pop Art” at Exhibit C Native Gallery & Gifts running through Saturday, Feb. 29, 2020. Gallery times are 11 am to 8 pm, 1 E. Sheridan Ave.
WINTER FUN
Through Jan. 4 • Winterfest & Snow Tubing
Ride down the gigantic snow tubing slope this holiday season through Jan. 4. This is a holiday tradition you don't want to miss while in Oklahoma City. Go to the Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark, 2 S. Mickey Mantle Dr., in Bricktown. Single-session tickets are $14, group tickets are also available for advanced purchase for $11 per snow tuber. Call (405) 218-1000 for info.
Jan. 4 • Horsin’ Around
Each month The National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum hosts Kids Take Over the Cowboy events designed to excite little cowpokes of all ages. Activities will take place from 10 am – noon, the first Saturday of each month. Horsin’ Around celebrates horses with horse-related crafts,
The countdown to OPENING NIGHT 2020 is on! Opening Night, OKC’s beloved downtown New Year’s Eve celebration, is brought to you by Arts Council Oklahoma City. The day kicks off with the Finale 5K race at Bicentennial Park at 3 pm and ends with a bang as the Finale Fireworks, and Grand Finale celebration, presented by Parrish DeVaughn Injury Lawyers, set the city aglow at the stroke of midnight. Throughout the night, guests can enjoy live music, food trucks, indoor and outdoor entertainment, family-friendly activities, and adult beverages at the Cheers Tent, presented by Revolución! Wristbands for Opening Night can be purchased in area 7-Eleven Stores or online at artscouncilokc.com/opening-night. including a horseshoe picture frame, storytelling and a showing of the movie “Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron.”
NEW YEAR’S EVE
Dec. 31 • Noon Year’s Eve Party
Head to the Science Museum Oklahoma on Dec. 31 for their Noon Year’s Eve Party. There will be events everyone will enjoy like noise-maker making, engineering floats and even a ball drop. You don't want to miss this event from 9 am to 12 pm. Tickets start at $12.
Dec. 31 • Noon Year’s Party at the Zoo
Countdown to a wild "zoo" year at the OKC Zoo's Noon Year's Party on Dec. 31 from 9 am to noon. The whole family will enjoy making festival hats, face painting, dancing, music and photo opportunities at the Zoo.
Dec. 31 • A New Year’s Eve Bash A fun New Year's Eve Bash is coming to the Bricktown Events Center on Dec. 31. Bash features R&B quintet Silk, who has sold over 5 million records. Get your tickets today. Doors open at 8 pm, tickets start at $59.
FUNDRAISERS
Jan. 17 • Pint Night
Come and get a ONE OF A KIND pint glass for $8 with the logos of Social Capital, Prairie Artisan Ales and Upward Transitions. 100% of the sale of the glasses will benefit Upward Transitions. $1 for each Prairie pour will also benefit Upward Transitions. Event begins at 5 pm at Social Capital OKC, 517 S. Hudson Ave.
SAVE THE DATE
Feb. 4 • TobyMac
TobyMac brings his Hits Deep Tour 2020 to the Chesapeake Arena on February 4. Joining the tour will be rising stars Tauren Wells, Jordan Feliz, We Are Messengers, Ryan Stevenson, Aaron Cole, and Cochren & Co. The nationwide arena tour begins at 7 pm. Tickets at the arena website.
OKC THUNDER
HOME GAMES
Chesapeake Arena 100 West Reno Ave.
Thursday, Dec. 26 • Memphis Grizzlies 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, Dec. 31 • Dallas Mavericks 7:00 p.m.
Decade of Documentaries
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he biggest change in the film industry this decade is the rise of streaming services. No one has benefited more than documentary filmmakers. Once relegated to art house cinemas and a tiny section at Blockbusters, documentary films now provide a major portion of streaming content and dominate film discussions. It is exciting to see documentaries like O.J.: Made in America, Blackfish, 13th, and Leaving Neverland initiate important conversations across the country. But I have decided to focus on those films that inspired me most and lifted my spirits throughout the decade. Searching for Sugarman follows a couple of musicologists on a global search to find out what really happened to their musical hero Rodriguez, a forgotten Detroit singer from the early seventies who became bigger than Elvis in South Africa after his alleged suicide on stage. Directed by OCU graduate Neil Berkeley, Beauty is Embarrassing tells the story of artist Wayne White, a rural Tennessee boy who helped create PeeWee’s Playhouse and became the toast of the art world with his large-scale sculptures and inventive paintings. 20 Feet From Star-
dom looks at the surprisingly small group of women that have provided the gospel-tinged vocals for nearly every rock song since the sixties and explores the wide gulf between people who can sing beautifully and people who have the other intangibles necessary to become a star. Won’t You Be My Neighbor, the highestgrossing biographical documentary of all time, reflects on the life and career of Fred Rogers, Presbyterian minister and television star of Mr. Roger’s Neighborhood. Under African Skies celebrates the 25th anniversary of Paul Simon’s Graceland album, which won the Grammy for Best Album and spawned an international appreciation for South African music, but ignored the United Nations boycott of apartheid-riddled South Africa. Ai Weiwei: Never Sorry tells the amazing story of Ai Weiwei, the most significant Chinese artist of protest that uses art to openly criticize the human rights abuses and political cover-ups of the
Chinese government. Daughters of the Sexual Revolution reveals the untold story of the Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders and Suzanne Mitchell, the awesome woman who created and managed the cheerleaders to international fame. Marley is a no holds barred look at the musical exploration, political turmoil, and Rastafrian spirituality of legendary musician Bob Marley, whose Exodus album was selected by Time magazine as the most significant album of the last century. Being Evel, produced by Oklahoma BMX legend Mat Hoffman, offers an exciting look into the controversial life of America’s most famous dare devil, Evel Knievel, from his major triumphs on ABC’s “Wide World of Sports” to his violent clashes with family and friends. Talihina Sky: The Story of Kings of Leon tells the rags to riches story of the Oklahoma born children of a Pentecostal preacher who embark on their first major world tour after winning Record of the Year at the Grammy’s for their hit song “Use Somebody.” The film screened outdoors on opening night the first year I ran deadCenter, attracting 4,800 people and my eternal gratitude.
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Latkes, Vodkas & Lights with OKIE OSU First Cowgirl and President Burns Hargis are all smiles with Poke pride over OSU Chef Aaron Ware’s tempting traditional Israeli treats!
Below: Larry and Mary Trachtenberg pose with OSU First Cowgirl Ann Hargis at the OKlahoma Israel Exchange (OKIE) Latkes, Vodkas & Lights holiday soiree.
Hal and Elaine Levy are color coordinated with Cindi and Mike Shelby -all decked out to party!
Hosts Jackie and Jerry Bendorf pause for a pic with OKIE Exec Edie Roodman in their elegant Nichols Hills home.
T HIS M ESSAGE S PONSORED B Y T HESE L OCAL B USINESSES :
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Students
North FCCLA students compete at nationals
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CN’s FCCLA recently attended the National Fall Conference in Dallas. “Over 2,000 students from across the nation attended the conference to compete in Skill Demonstration Events,” FCCLA adviser Brittani Phillips said. For three days, junior Conner Attebery and junior Lindsey Guthrie competed in the FCCLA Knowledge Challenge and junior Austin Miller and junior Chadwell Sterling competed in the FCCLA Nutrition Challenge. Miller placed second in the Nutrition Challenge. “This was challenging because he competed against many other students from across the country,” Phillips said. “We were one of only five Oklahoma
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PANTHER PROGRESS
schools that placed in these competitions.” FCCLA presents challenges that prepare members for real world situations. “The hardest part when competing is the drive to do it,” Co-President of the chapter and the District President Attebery said. “If you don't want to do it, it's going to be hard to finish it the way you want to.” A lot of preparation must be done before competitions. “I have to do research and meet with professionals to see what they do, and how they relate
to Family and Consumer Sciences to see how it can help the community, the people, and how it can help students become what they are looking for after high school,” Attebery said. FCCLA members have a strong passion for the organization. “It takes a lot of self determination because you have to conquer your fears,” VP of Membership Austin Miller said. When competing in FCCLA, it takes a lot of memorization in order to be successful. “I made sure to know what to say, and made sure that I was mentally prepared to talk in front of people,” Officer of Public Relations Sterling said. Even though being in FCCLA may sound demanding, there are
many benefits to it. “You get to join the community and see the members of FCCLA become your family,” Miller said. Being able to meet new people and being able to gain many different skills is one of the benefits. “FCCLA helps people prepare for a future in any career you can think of,” CoChapter President and District VP of community service Sterling said. “It teaches you networking, people skills and you get to meet people all around America.” FCCLA’s next competition is the regional STAR Event competition on February 4th. “Our plans are to have students succeed in these events and attend the National Leadership Conference in Washington, D. C.,” Philips said.
Walker is inducted into Phi Kappa Phi Monique Walker, of Oklahoma City, was initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society. Walker was initiated at Oklahoma State University. Walker is among approximately 30,000 students, faculty, professional staff and alumni to be initiated into Phi Kappa Phi each year. Membership is by invitation only and requires nomination and approval by a chapter. Only the top 10 percent of seniors and 7.5 percent of juniors are eligible for membership. Graduate students in the top 10 percent of the number of candidates for graduate degrees may also qualify, as do faculty, professional staff and alumni who have achieved scholarly distinction. Phi Kappa Phi was founded in 1897 under the leadership of undergraduate student Marcus L. Urann who had a desire to create a different kind of honor society: one that recognized excellence in all academic disciplines. Today, the Society has chapters on more than 300 campuses in the United States and the Philippines. Its mission is “To recognize and promote academic excellence in all fields of higher education and to engage the community of scholars in service to others.” Since its founding, more than 1.5 million members have been initiated into Phi Kappa Phi. Some of the organization's notable members include former President Jimmy Carter and NASA astronaut Wendy Lawrence.
Rachel Bayless, 2017 Heritage Hall grad, is honored
RACHEL BAYLESS
On the NWOKC Chamber calendar:
Rachel Bayless, 2017 Heritage Hall graduate, was honored with the Sophomore Dean’s Excellence Award for Texas A&M’s Mays Business School at a special ceremony in October. This award is presented each year to the top two sophomores out of the more than 1500 students in the class. Rachel was the 2017 Heritage Hall valedictorian and a National Merit Scholar. She is the daughter of Robin Bayless and Dana Bock.
Community Coffee Jan. 23, 8-9 a.m. North Side YMCA 10000 N. Pennsylvania Ave. Join us to meet new members and connect with longtime friends. Fun, friendly and free! Invite friends and bring your business cards. We'll have light breakfast and door
prizes. Guests are always welcome. Evening of Accolades Jan. 28, 6-9 p.m. Skirvin Hilton Hotel 1 Park Ave. Gather with us for this elegant evening celebrating the hard work, voluntary efforts and contributions that Northwest OKC Chamber member businesses made
throughout the year. More than 200 political, business and community leaders will be there. We will install 2020 officers, kick-off our 81st anniversary year and present awards to recognize the achievements of our amazing members. Valet parking and coat check are available. For more information, visit www.nwokc.com.
Year in Review
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2019 was a year of service for Fridaylanders
Supreme Court Justice James Winchester administers the oath of office to State Treasurer Randy McDaniel as his wife, Julie, holds the family Bible and other family members, from left, Stacy, Mark, John, Tom, Grace and Brenda, look on.
Positive Tomorrows President Susan Agel, Positive Tomorrows Board President Nikki Jones and Nissa Richison during the organization’s Gold Star Luncheon. Positive Tomorrows is Oklahoma’s only private, tuition-free elementary school specifically serving homeless children and their families.
The Oklahoma Israel Exchange (OKIE) hosted its first Israeli fare and wine pairing in the grand home of Susan and Peter Hoffman. OSU Chef Aaron Ware prepared five courses of Israeli new age cuisine that wowed! From left: Michael Taylor, Jamie Taylor, Peter Hoffman, Susan Hoffman, Edie Roodman and Eli Reshef. The group stops for a quick pic in front of one of the many pieces of art in Peter’s extraordinary collection.
Linda Weaver, Wade Christensen, former Governor Mary Fallin and Mike Turpen during the Oklahoma Business Reception. The Governor is holding a copy of OKC FRIDAY in which she is proclaimed a “great Governor.”
Above: Are You Smarter Than a KIPPster? Community leaders, who fielded questions during the quiz bowl event benefiting KIPP Charter School, are, from left, Clayton Taylor, Todd Stone, Emcee Sen. George Young Sr., Martha Burger, Nikki Nice, Brenda Hernandez, Stephen Prescott, and Co-emcee Bob Ross.
Sister Cities International OKC celebrates the Chinese New Year. Sister Cities International OKC officers and party chairmen, from left, Jonna Kirschner, Zander P’ng, President Mary Pointer, Mucki Wright and Young Chappell.
At left: Thunder star Paul George with Jessica Holtz and Daniela Rajic. George’s foundation hosted the event at Topgolf to raise money for a new kid-friendly fishing dock at South Lakes Park.
Red Tie Night Co-Chairman Ethan and Wendy House and Lela Sullivan present Mary Deane Streich with the Oklahoma AIDS Care Fund’s Jim Vallion Award. Streich was honored for her service to the organization.
Gene Rainbolt threw a party for his 90th birthday and brought Willie Nelson onboard to perform. Underwritten entirely by Rainbolt, the event benefited cancer research. Above: Don Prescott, Clarke Abbey, Dr. Steve Prescott, Willie Nelson and Gene Rainbolt.
At left: Mary Kay and Bobby Samis congratulate Susan and new Oklahoma City Golf and Country Club President Ramsey Drake during the President’s Ball. The country club has been in existence since 1911.
Religion
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A prayer for the New Year Dear God, Thank you that you make all things new. Thank you for all that you've allowed into our lives this past year, the good along with the hard things, which have reminded us how much we need you and rely on your presence filling us every single day. We pray for your Spirit to lead us each step of this New Year. We ask that you will guide our decisions and turn our hearts to deeply desire you above all else. We ask that you will open doors needing to be opened and close the ones needing to be shut tight. We ask that you would help us release our grip on the things to which you’ve said “no,” “not yet,” or “wait.” We ask for help to pursue you first, above every dream and desire you’ve put within our hearts. We ask for your wisdom, for your strength and power to be constantly present within us. We pray you would make us strong and courageous for the road ahead. Give us ability beyond what we feel able, let your gifts flow freely through us, so that you would be honored by our lives, and others would be drawn to you. We pray that you’d keep us far from the snares and traps of temptations. That you would whisper in our ear when we need to run, and whisper in our heart when we need to stand our ground. We pray for your protection over our families and friends. We ask for your hand to cover us and
keep us distanced from the evil intent of the enemy; that you would be a barrier to surround us, that we’d be safe in your hands. We pray that you would give us discernment and insight beyond our years, to understand your will, hear your voice, and know your ways. We ask that you would keep our footsteps firm, on solid ground, helping us to be consistent and faithful. Give us supernatural endurance to stay the course, not swerving to the right or to the left, or being too easily distracted by other things that would seek to call us away from a close walk with you. Forgive us for the times we have worked so hard to be selfsufficient, forgetting our need for you, living independent of your spirit. Forgive us for letting fear and worry control our minds, and for allowing pride and selfishness wreak havoc over our lives. Forgive us for not following your ways and for living distant from your presence. We confess our need for you ... fresh ... new ... again. We ask that you make all things new, in our hearts, in our minds, in our lives, for this coming year. We pray for your refreshing over us. Keep your words of truth planted firm within us, help us to keep focused on what is pure and right, give us the power to be obedient to your word. And when the enemy reminds us where we have been, hissing his lies and attacks our way, we trust that your voice speaks louder and
stronger, as you remind us we are safe with you and your purposes and plans will not fail. We ask that you will be our defense and rear guard, keeping our way clear, removing the obstacles, and covering the pitfalls. Lord, lead us on your level ground. We ask that you would provide for our needs, we ask for your grace and favor. We pray for your blessings to cover us, we pray that you would help us to prosper and make every plan that you have birthed in our heart to succeed. We pray that others would take notice of your goodness and could not help but to say, “These are the ones that the Lord has blessed.” Help us to be known as great givers, help us to be generous and kind, help us to look to the needs of others and not be consumed by only our own. May we be lovers of truth, may the fruits of your spirit be evident in our lives - your love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Shine your light in us, through us, over us. May we make a difference in this world, for your glory and purposes. Set you way before us. May all your plans succeed. We may reflect your peace and hope to a world that so desperately needs your presence and healing. To you be glory and honor, in this New Year, and forever. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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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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Animal lovers helping Village Shelter I'm reaching out to you as a fellow animal lovers to make you aware of the Village animal shelter and ask for your help to make changes to help the animals that find themselves there. Early last summer I read an article in the OKC Friday newspaper about the Village animal shelter and a woman named Cheryl Steckler, who was looking for volunteers to help walk and provide human interaction with dogs (and cats, but mostly dogs) that were confined there, sometimes for months on end and with no real hope in sight. Thinking Cheryl would be inundated with calls, like any reluctant volunteer, I waited a couple of weeks and called her to see if I could assist. Glad for the offer, she invited me to come see the shelter and meet some of the dogs. Cheryl is the driving force behind this and I am only doing what I can to assist. The shelter was built in the mid-eighties, and it shows. It's small, with only 6 cells for dogs and an even smaller area for cat cages. The floors are concrete and offer no access to the outdoors. Dogs are caged most of the day during the week, unless the weather isn't too bad, in which case they are
Tom G. Wolf The Village Animal League allowed out in small concrete runs outside. Most distressing, during the weekends the dogs and cats are kept inside in their cages for 23 hours a day. To try to make the situation at least somewhat tolerable, volunteers purchased dog cots and some toys for each of the cages. Though the Village employees who run the shelter are really good people and do what they can, the situation is sad due to the state of the shelter and lack of resources. So, Cheryl and I (but mostly Cheryl who runs Pet Limousine in OKC) put together a small group of volunteers to try to make things better - now called the Village Animal League ("VAL"). The Village City Council has been very helpful and has worked hard to try help us make things better. In addition to allowing the dogs to be walked during the week between 10am-3pm and weekends early in the morning, the City Council has allowed Dr. Park (Britton Road Vet Clinic) to administer vaccines and we've engaged the Oklahoma Humane Society for spaying and neutering. We've also had a number of dogs either directly adopted or transported to other states for adoption. One of our favorite success stories is Emma, a pit-mix. Emma was in the shelter for 4 months, often by herself, going the first 3 months without walks or any human contact beyond the workers who cleaned her cell in the mornings and gave her food and water. Because the City Council worked
with us, we got her vaccinationed, spayed and adopted As time passed and we began to interact with the dogs on a regular basis, the goals of the volunteer group expanded. We decided that what we were doing wasn't enough and that the shelter itself needed to be reconstituted to reflect a higher standard of care. So, I went to a friend, Jim Abernathy, who in addition to being a Village resident, is a great guy, a home-builder and dog lover. Jim helped design modifications to the existing structure that would provide for better, humane conditions for the dogs, including modern cages, access to the outdoors, natural lighting, sanitary drainage, better flooring, and a play area with synthetic grass. If you wonder about the state of humanity, this part of the story will make you feel better. The total cost to complete Jim's plan is approximately $94k, but fully 1/2 of the total cost or $47k is being donated from the Construction industry, Jim Abernathy Homes,and his friends, Midwest Wrecking; Moon Decorative Concrete; Chad Cramer, Evolve Design; Roman Castillo; Jenco Roof; McConnell Masonry; Pella Windows; Keith Bailey Plumbing; Oklahoma Air Conditioning; Trek Electric, Jack and Billy Krepps; Absolute Water Proofing; Red River Fence. The City of The Village allocated $28K. NOW WE NEED YOU TO DONATE!! The Oklahoma Humane Society is accepting donations for the Village shelter so they will be tax deductible. In the memo line write: Village Animal League or VAL Fund.” PO Box 18471, OK 73154. Or online OKHumane.org reference Village Animal Shelter. Thank you, Thomas G. Wolfe Director Phillips Murrah P.C
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Fridaylanders earn accolades in 2019
During a gala at the Civic Center Music Hall, Creative Oklahoma named its 2019 Creativity Ambassadors. Taking part in the ceremony are, from left: Judy Allen, chairman of Creative Oklahoma; Bart Conner, Oklahoma Creativity Ambassadors chairman; C. Kendric Ferguson, creativity ambassador; Meloyde Blancett, executive director, Creative Oklahoma; Rob Lake, creativity ambassador; James Austin Kerr, 2019 young Oklahoma creativity ambassador; Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt; Jeff Stava, COO at Tulsa Community Foundation, Tony Moore, executive director, Gathering Place; Susan McCalmont, creativity ambassador; Mike Larson, creativity ambassador; and Dr. Paul Silverstein, creativity ambassador.
The Heritage Hall Board of Trustees hosted more than 500 guests for its annual gala fundraising event and auction at the Oklahoma City Golf and Country Club. Daniel Frankenstein and Erielle Reshef '01. Erielle served as the emcee for the gala and now for ABC News.
Girl Scouts Western Oklahoma and the YWCA Emergency Shelter were the beneficiares of the 53rd Annual Ladies in the News Luncheon and Style Show. The event is presented by the Oklahoma Hospitality Club at the Oklahoma City Golf and Country Club. At right: Oklahoma City First Lady Rachel Holt, one of the honorees, models in the fashion show.
The Chabad Community Center for Jewish Life and Learning hosted a 20-Year Anniversary Gala and presented its Aspire to Inspire Awards. Dick Sias, center, is presented the Outstanding Community Leadership Award, in memory of his late wife, Jeannette, by Nechoma Goldman and Rabbi Ovadia Goldman.
A Oklahoma City University trip to New York City featured OCU’s Broadway stars of today and tomorrow. Kelli O’Hara, OCU and Deer Creek grad, on stage with Music Dean Mark Parker and OCU President Martha Burger after the “Kiss Me, Kate” show.
Stacey Bass, author of Overcoming the Odds: Lessons from the School with No Name, was the keynote speaker during the United Way of Central Oklahoma Women’s Leadership Society’s Annual Recruitment Luncheon. She told of her experiences teaching at a school for the homeless. Members of the society’s Steering Committee include, from left, Judy Love, Polly Nichols, Kirk Hammons, Nancy Ellis, Jane Harlow, Susan Edwards, Jane Thompson, Beverly Funke, Kristin Peck, Barbara Eskridge, Alice Hager, Tricia Everest, Kathy Martin and Hillary Farrell.
King Bill Lance led the talented actors and singers on stage as the Oklahoma Senior Follies returned to the Oklahoma City University stage to raise money for the Alzheimers Foundation and encourage seniors to stay active and pursue their gifts. From left: Linda Wright, Gary Sander, Kitti Asberry and King Bill Lance. At left: Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt learns to conduct the OKC Philharmonic from Music Director Alexander Mickelthwate during the annual Red, White and Boom concert at the Oklahoma State Fairgrounds. At right: Delpha, Emily and Matthew Goodman are proud to be Americans — and Boy Scouts. They were taking part in the Quail Creek Fourth of July Parade.
Allied Arts Campaign Honorary Chairmen Frank and Cathy Keating are presented a plate from Rick and Tracey Bewley of Art Fusion Studio by Board President Tricia Everest in appreciation of their service. The campaign raised more than $3.4 million.
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Mingle at the Mansion Built in 1903, the Henry Overholser Mansion showcases the legacy of the Overholser family and Oklahoma City history. So, on December 14th, it was a rare occurrence for the golden ropes to come down at Preservation Oklahoma’s “Mingle at the Mansion,” presented by Sage Sotheby’s International Realty. On this special night, guests were able to enjoy the home just as the Overholsers did during lavish holiday parties back in their heyday of being one of OklahoCarissa Stevens, Jenna Harper, Daniel Mathis, Jennifer Kragh, ma City’s top socialite families. Sarah Jordan and Maryam Hamilton. The mansion hosted over 120 guests Thomson of Thomson + Thomson on this festive evening and was adorned with its finest holiday decor. Designs and Preservation Oklahoma Festive cocktails were served by local Board Members Sarah Jordan, Carissommelier, Clayton Bahr, courtesy of sa Stevens of Scout Studios, Cherish Ralls and Daniel Mathis, as well as Oklahoma Distilling, Artisan Fine Wine and Spirits, as well as delicious Executive Director, Cayla Lewis. Guests were warmly greeted by the beer from locally made COOP Ale mansion’s Museum Coordinator, Lisa Works, hors d’oeuvres by Kam’s Escalon and volunteer, Nikki Burdett, Kookery catering and live music by as they hung their furs at the coat The Savoy Trio. Funds raised from this event support the statewide non- rack, danced to live music and mingled the night away under the hisprofit, Preservation Oklahoma’s mistoric, crystal chandeliers. sion of preserving the places where For more information about Oklahoma history lives. Preservation Oklahoma, as well as “Mingle at the Mansion” commitother upcoming events, please visit tee members included Maryam overholsermansion.org/history. Hamilton of KIS Designs, Ashford
Welcome the New Year in the Paseo District As Oklahoma’s first arts district, the Paseo Arts District continues to grow with restaurants, galleries and retail. The community is invited to the First Friday Gallery Walk every month, rain or shine. Galleries and shops stay open late and the evening marks the opening of new exhibitions each month. This month’s walk is Friday, January 3, 6 - 9 p.m. The Paseo Art Space will feature two Oklahoma artists in January – Brent Brander and David Padgett. Artist Brent Brander is from
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Fridaylanders honored for achievements in 2019
Bill Perry, vice president of content production of the Oklahoma Educational Television Authority (OETA), was inducted into the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS) Heartland Emmy Chapter’s Gold Circle Society of Honor.
Drs. Paul Silverstein and Amalia Miranda were named the Philanthropists of the Year during the INTEGRIS Gala. They are pictures with family, from left: Debbie Silverstein, Drs. Paul Silverstein and Amalia Miranda, Steve and his wife Beth, Andrea, Laura Silverstein and Taylor Egbert.
Terry Harris, left, presents OKCPS Superintendent Dr. Sean McDaniel with the keys to the Terry Harris Athletic Training Facility at John Marshall High School.
From left: Renaissance Ball Co-Chairmen Durwood and Caroline Hendee, Oklahoma City Museum of Art Interim President and CEO Michael Anderson, honorees Leslie and Cliff Hudson and Board Chairman Cynda Ottaway and her husband Larry.
Alex and Ann Cameron, Panda the dog and Paulette and Leo Kingston support the mission of the OK Humane Society during its Hero Award gala at the OKC Golf and Country Club.
From left: Amanda Smith, Andrea Bumgarner, author Kristin Hannah and Bobbie and Melvin Smith during Literary Voices 2019. Hannah began her career as an attorney, but became an author after attempting to publish a romance novel she and her late mother started writing together. All attendees received a copy of Hannah’s latest book, “The Great Alone,” which draws on her own knowledge of the Alaskan frontier as her parents co-founded what is now known as The Great Alaska Adventure Lodge.
Above: Oklahoma Women’s Hall of Fame induction: From left, Nominator Maj. Gen. Rita Aragon USAF, Ret., and inductee The Honorable Chief Justice Noma Gurich; nominator Maj. William Holmes, USAF, Ret., and accepting on behalf of posthumous inductee Maj. Helen Freudenberger Holmes, her daughter, Andrea Holmes Volturo; nominator The Honorable Keith Austin, inductee Ollie Starr and nominator Molly Wehrenberg; and inductee Judy Love and nominator Jane Jayroe Gamble. At right: Dr. Andrew Worthington, Bishop McGuinness assistant principal of curriculum, testing and admissions, accepts the 2019 Values Driven Award of Excellence from Dr. Lori Hopkins, Cognia. McGuinness was the only Oklahoma school to earn the award.
Lucinda and Beaux Arts King David Huffman on the dance floor following the 2019 debutante presentation.
Henry Bockus received the 2019 Inspiration Award from Central Oklahoma Habitat for Humanity board member Kevyn Colburn and Central Oklahoma Habitat CEO & Chariman, Ann Felton Gilliland. Henry was recognized for his tireless efforts on behalf of COHFH’s ReStores, and the award was presented during the organization’s annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinner.
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Bachelors Club presents 29 Debutantes The 74th annual Bachelors Club Christmas Ball held on Sunday, Dec. 22, presented 29 debutantes and raised $35,000 for Citizens Caring for Children, a nonprofit chosen by Bachelors Club President Sam Jackson. For more than 30 years, the organization has served children in central Oklahoma, providing clothing, resources and support for children in foster care. The Bachelors Club honored longtime supporter Kyle Anderson with its highest award, the Walter Powell Award, traditionally given to an alumnus (or another individual) that has shown loyal support and exemplifies the ideals of the club. Anderson owns a successful catering and event-planning business in Oklahoma City, including serving as staff chef for KFOR, appearing weekly on the segment “Cooking With Kyle.” He grew up in Oklahoma City, attended Casady School and the University of Oklahoma and serves on multiple nonprofit and academic boards. He also has assisted with the Bachelors Club Ball the last several years. The Bachelors Club also honored Judy Lehmbeck who has coordinated the Ball for the last 28 years. Lehmbeck thanked the club for donating $10,000 each to the National MS Society and Transitions House in her honor for her long tenure as ball coordinator. Souled Out played the music for
the evening, and after the debutante presentation, debs, escorts, their parents and guests danced around the Oklahoma City Golf and Country Club’s floor-to-ceiling Christmas tree in the Great Hall and enjoyed a late-night breakfast of powdered sugar beignets, French toast sticks, bacon, chicken and biscuits, mini breakfast burritos, pigs in a blanket and fresh fruit. According to tradition, a group of young women in college – numbering 29 this year – made their debut escorted by members of the Bachelors Club. Decorations included the Club’s wonderful decorations – the floor-to-ceiling Christmas tree in the Great Hall and a gingerbread playhouse, colorful presents and more trees in the foyer. Floral arrangements by Fleuriste in Oklahoma City included an arch of flowers over the doorway into the ballroom that the debutantes and escorts walked through when they started the presentation. The arrangements also included festive high and low dramatic centerpieces that featured roses and hydrangeas in silver pots and vases that incorporated this year’s colors – silver, charcoal, wine, white and pink incorporating a lot of greenery as well. A boxwood wall accented with roses served as a backdrop for the stage. Escorts wore a boutonniere of See BACHELORS, Page 16
Mararet Naifeh is escorted by Jacob Eilis.
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Above: Langley Branan, Annie Remondino and Lilly Hansing. At left: Grayson Katigan, Robert Nayfa, Jack Ellis and Jay Bozalis.
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Chloe Brown, Anna Medley and Maddie Gee prepare for the presentation.
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BACHELORS From Page 15 white ranunculus; debutantes carried petite bouquets of nude, white and champagne roses. 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. The 2019 Bachelors Club debutantes, listed with their escorts are: Ellie Suzanne Baze, escorted by Zachary Ryan Segell; Elizabeth Catelin Beall, escorted by Rubell Antonio Go; Langley Bennett Branan, escorted by Samuel Hunter Kakis; Chloe Bea Brown, escorted by Robert Henry Nayfa; Natalie Margaret Chansolme, escorted by Camden Thomas Pierce; Claire Alexander Chesher, escorted by Grant Sterling Mettenbrin; Claire Ansley Corley, escorted by Grayson James Katigan; Ellen Thompson DeGiusti, escorted by Matthew David Chancellor; Madeline Lane Gee, escorted by Joshua Raymond Cohlmia; Megan Kath-
leen Gold, escorted by Philip Louis Pippin; and Lilly Ann Hansing, escorted by Mason James McClintock. Also, Claire Virginia Jackson, escorted by John Jeffrey Cloud; Haley Rose Karchmer, escorted by Jakob Alex Trachtenberg; Chandler Lynn Keller, escorted by Nicholas Lee Kerrihard; Jillian Park Kim, escorted by James David Bozalis; Lyvia Lee Lauderdale, escorted by Cole Thomas McDaniel; Sophia Louise McCasland, escorted by Ian Lindsey Self; Anna Marie Medley, escorted by Evan Stewart Griffith; Carlotta Jacqueline Maria Melton, escorted by Hamilton Lee Spicer; Caroline NoĂŤl Moock, escorted by Logan Philip-Lee Haney; and Victoria Ann Murphy, escorted by Jacob Andrew Mullins. Also, Margaret Rose Naifeh, escorted by Jacob Michael Ellis; Ashton Riley Niemann, escorted by Clay Collins Morris; Katelyn Anne Parkinson, escorted by William Reid Richardson; Ashley Elaine Raupe, escorted by Michael Davis Lauderdale; Anne Kathryn Remondino, escorted by Andrew Cook McDonald; Reina Vestina Ruffin, escorted by Cooper Michael Larson; Olivia Grace Utz, escorted by Riley Scott Stayton; and Anne Alley Watts, escorted by Glenn Marks Harris.