OKC FRIDAY Vol. 53 No. 20 • Two Sections • 16 Pages September 20, 2019
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Hanna’s cheetah coming to OKC for party By Vicki Clark Gourley Publisher Art Inspires Conservation is the theme of Meetah Cheetah 2019 dinner and party to be held on Oct. 27 at the home of Dick Sias. The annual party supports the Cheetah Conservation Fund’s efforts to save the critically endangered cheetahs in the wild by improving the environment and educating local native farmers. Invitations ask “Would the beauty of Yosemite National Park have been preserved for future generations without Ansel Adams photographs? Would millions around the world, who will probably never travel to Africa, contribute to saving endangered rhinos, elephants, cheetahs and tigers without the art of wildlife photographers, painters and television documentaries?” In so many ways, art inspires conservation and the founder of CCF, Dr. Laurie Marker, is set to be there to talk about how the vital work she does to save cheetahs in the wild inspires
Internationally known wildlife artist D. Arthur Wilson will attend the OKC cheetah party and is donating 100 percent of the money from an original pastel, “Cheetah on the Hunt.”
John Marshall dedicates Terry Harris Athletic Training Facility Terry Harris, left, presents OKCPS Superintendent Dr. Sean McDaniel with the keys to the Terry Harris Athletic Training Facility at John Marshall High School.
John Marshall High School dedicated the Terry Harris Athletic Training Facility last week 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.
United Way launches $17.1 million campaign
United Way Campaign CoChairmen Bill and Sherri Nance announced the $17.1 million goal.
United Way of Central Oklahoma kicked off its 2019 annual campaign with a fundraising goal of $17.1 million. The money raised will be invested into 113 health and human service programs at 57 Partner Agencies. In addition to United Way’s campaign, the event also serves as the start of the State Charitable Campaign and the Heart of the City Campaign. “Our Partner Agencies are stepping up for our community and are addressing our most pressing challenges head
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Bubba’s back! Longtime The Village city councilman fills vacancy By Ashley Haley Staff Writer
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Terry Harris speaks during the dedication ceremony.
art in many forms. Dr. Marker plans to share updates on CCF’s work and information about how photography, film and artistry of all types inspire people to care about conservation. The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium animal programs staff, will once again drive Jack Hanna’s Ambassador Cheetah from Columbus, Ohio to OKC so party goers can experience the thrill of seeing a cheetah up close and personal. Wildlife Artist D. Arthur Wilson, “Art Gone Wild,” will attend the event and create a charcoal drawing of Jack Hanna’s Ambassador Cheetah during the evening and donate all the money raised from that and an original pastel “Cheetah on the Hunt” to CCF. Wilson first traveled to Namibia in 1999 to paint a huge cheetah on the side of the education building. During the past 20 years, he has raised over $1 million for wildlife conservation organizations. Wilson showed his work for 17 years at the Knox galleries with Oklahoma favorite Gerald Balciar. He has collectors in 20 countries and
C. Scott “Bubba” Symes returns to The Village City Council as a Ward 2 councilman after receiving the oath of office at Monday’s city council meeting. Symes was sworn in by Mayor Cathy Cummings. Before his departure, Symes served as a The Village city councilman for 16 years and mayor for four terms. He was first elected to the council in 2003, but did not seek reelection in the spring. George Colbert won the seat, but relocated out of state this summer creating the vacancy.
All shelter animals are adopted The Village Animal League leader Cheryl Steckler reported that as of Monday, all of the animals at The Village Animal Shelter had been adopted. The newly-formed group has been working to improve conditions at the shelter. OKC FRIDAY has assisted in the adoptions by running bi-weekly rescue animal photos on the front page.
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Dog of the Week Frazier is Karen Clark’s sweet and smart six-month-old Boxer. He is learning to play bridge at North Park Mall with his owner. Email Dog of the Week, Baby of the Week and Cat of the Week submissions to rose@okcfriday. com. Submissions are used in the order they are received.
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“On a visit to the Cheetah Conservation Fund headquarters and wildlife reserve in Namibia, Africa, in 1999, D. Arthur Wilson painted this cheetah mural on the wall of the Education Center.
“The Hunt” is a Pastel Original by D. Arthur Wilson. Framed in a dark burl LarsonJuhl frame with fabric, the pastel will be auctioned at the party.
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all 50 states and has been the guest speaker at AZA meetings for many years. His frequent donations of original wildlife artwork have raised thousands of dollars to save the cheetahs. VIP guests will enjoy early entry and an intimate gathering with Dr. Laurie Marker, D. Arthur Wilson and the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium’s Cheetah Ambassador from 4:30–5:30 p.m. Beginning at 5:30 p.m., wine, cocktails and dinner will be served before the auction. Dr. Marker will give updates on saving cheetahs in the wild in Namibia and Sommiliand. VIP Tickets are $250 per person. Party Tickets are $150 per person. The event is open to the public, but reservations are limited. Tickets can be ordered online
Dr. LAURIE MARKER
at cheetah.org, under “Dr. Marker’s fall tour.”
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OKC FRIDAY in Budapest A group of Fridayland travelers took OKC FRIDAY to Budapest. From left: Butch Wilson, Freddi Wilson, Alexandra Shadid, Marjie Shadid, Bill Peak, Ralph Shadid, Shirley Tucker, Jenny Tucker, Elaine Mosca and Phil Mosca. Be sure to pack your newspaper when you travel. Email photos to rose@okcfriday.com.
Heritage Hall opens speaker series Monday Heritage Hall will open its 2019-20 Distinguished Speaker Series this Monday with esteemed author, lecturer, and literature professor Dr. Daniel S. Burt at 7 p.m. in the Howard Theatre located in the Heritage Hall Middle School. During his presentation, “How Irish Writers Created the Modern World,” Dr. Burt will delve into the contributions of Irish writers on drama (Beckett, Friel, O’Casey, Shaw, Synge, Wilde; poetry (Heaney, Kavanagh,
Yeats); and fiction (Beckett, Doyle, Joyce). Dr. Burt earned a doctorate in English and literature from New York University. He has taught undergraduate and graduate courses in writing and literature at NYU, Wesleyan University, Trinity College, and Northeastern for more than 30 years. Since 2003, Dr. Burt has organized Irish literary and historical tours of Ireland as the director and founder of Unique Irish Tours. In his most recent book,
The Handy Literature Answer Book (Visible Ink, 2018), Burt shares his perspectives on literature basics such as themes, symbols, context, and other literary devices; as well as different literary forms, including novels, poems, short stories, plays, memoirs, and nonfiction. “Daniel Burt is that rarest of passionate literary guides,” said Nick Carter, Heritage Hall Assistant Head of School. “A consummate teacher, Dr. Burt guides us to rediscover
our common humanity by sharing existential questions framed by the greatest creative minds of all time.” Dr. Burt’s appearance is presented by Heritage Hall as an extension of the school’s commitment to community engagement through lifelong learning. Admission to the Distinguished Speaker Series is free and open to the public. Heritage Hall is located at 1800 NW 122nd Street in Oklahoma City. For more information, call 749-3001.
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Tricia Perrault brought three pages of signatures of residents who would rather have a tennis court at the park instead of a multi-use court, which includes a basketball court, because of the issues that come with basketball courts. “This brings in a whole different crowd. We are also concerned with parking, more traffic on our neighborhood streets, curfew and litter. Any multiuse court will be overtaken by the children in the YMCA after school and summer program,” Perrault said. “It affects everyone in The Village, but it affects us the most.” Another resident, who recently moved near Bumpass Park, said she doesn’t want a basketball court at Bumpass Park because the courts bring people to the park at all hours
of the night and there are other facilities where people can play basketball near the park. Cummings said before she moved to The Village years ago, there was a basketball court at Bumpass Park and the neighbors near the park had an issue and the court was removed. City Manager Bruce Stone also shared similar sentiments. “The hoops and nets are constantly broken and that’s another issue that we have to be ready for,” he said. While a multi-use court, with a possible basketball court, is still in the long-term master plan, Stone said a new tennis court will be built and the council can determine what courts will be included in the multiuse court in the future. The new tennis court
increases $,1500.
From Page 1 Cummings said she was excited to have Symes back and that his experience will be vital to the city during this busy time. “It’s nice to have Bubba back especially with his institutional knowledge,” she said. “We have so much going on in The Village right now.” “We’re so happy to have you back Bubba.” In other city business, the council unanimously approved an agenda item to build a new tennis court at Bumpass Park instead of adding a multi-use court, a change that many residents feel is necessary to enjoy the park. At the last city council meeting on Sept. 3, The Village resident
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Sports Weekly FOOTBALL | WEEK 3 PREVIEW: ENID AT MCGUINNESS • 7 P.M. FRIDAY
Irish entertain Enid in final non-district tuneup By Jason Jewell Sports Editor Fresh off a big win against rival Tulsa Kelley, the McGuinness football team entertains another Class 6A opponent in Enid this Friday night for its final non-district tune up of the season. Kickoff is slated for 7 p.m. at Pribil Stadium. Last week’s 41-14 victory over Kelley helped the Irish (1-1) flush the bitter taste of a three-point loss to 6A’s Del City in the
season opener out of their mouths. “Any time you beat Kelley it’s a good thing,” McGuinness coach Bryan Pierce said. “I liked how we were able to get some offensive production and put some points on the board.” But, like most coaches, Pierce also pointed to some improvements that need to be made. “We definitely left some points on the board (against Kelley),” the coach told FRIDAY. “We’re just working
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this week on cleaning up some of the penalties and other things that stop drives.” Enid comes into Friday’s contest with a 0-2 record with both losses coming by a combined five points. The Plainsmen are also breaking in a new coaching staff led by former John Marshall coach Rashaun Woods. “They’re a pretty sound team,” Pierce said. They’ve got a new coaching staff but we’re expecting a very tough team.” On offense, the
WEEK 3 SCHEDULE Friday, Sept. 20 Trinity Valley at Casady Crossings Christian at Watonga Deer Creek at Edmond Memorial Heritage Hall at Davis John Marshall at Douglass Enid at McGuinness Mount St Mary at Chandler PC North at Choctaw Note: All games start at 7 p.m., unless noted.
Irish are hoping for the continued maturation of junior quarterback Luke Tarman. In his second season as the starter, Tar-
man accounted for four touchdowns against Tulsa Kelley. McGuinness is also counting on good things from standout
senior tailback Dominic Richardson who is among the state’s leading rushers. Behind an improving offensive line, Tarman looks to Aaron Beck and Carter Pierce as his top receiving targets. The defense has also made steady improvement this season, Pierce said. Three key players on defense include senior nose guard Nolan Reynolds, along with senior linebackers Brendan Walker and Sam Bass.
FOOTBALL | WEEK 2 SPOTLIGHT: BULLDOGS 14, KNIGHTS 6
Minco spoils historic night for Crossings By Jason Jewell Sports Editor With just under a minute left in regulation, the Crossings Christian football team faced 4th-andgoal from the Minco 10-yard line with a chance to potentially tie the game and force overtime.
Quarterback Owen Crotts, unable to find an open receiver, rolled left and then right before being sacked to effectively end the game in a 146 loss to the Bulldogs in the district opener for both teams at Knights Stadium. “We just didn’t make enough plays to win tonight,” Crossings coach Jonathan Keathly said after the game. “We dropped a sure touchdown and didn’t make the right decisions.” The eight-point setback also put a damper on a special night where Crossings Christian School celebrated its 20th
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Crossings Christian tailback Jacob Snyder (24) rumbles past Minco’s Parker Winters (14) for a touchdown in the Knights’ 14-6 loss to the Bulldogs.
anniversary. Minco got on the board quickly by capitalizing on a 12-play drive in its first series
Crossings Christian’s Will McMurphy (20) tiptoes along the sidelines toward the end zone during last Friday’s football game against Minco.
of the game for a 7-0 lead and scored again on an 80-yard pass with less than six minutes left in the first half. The Knights (1-2, 01 District A-3) cut the lead by six points with a two-yard plunge by tailback Jacob Snyder with two minutes left in the second quarter. Snyder finished with 70 yards on 19 carries and caught three passes for 24 yards. Crotts was 17 of 25 for 120 yards. Will McMurphy led the way on defense with six tackles.
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FOOTBALL | WEEK 2 ROUNDUP
Irish rout rival Tulsa Kelley Erupting for at least two touchdowns in each of the last three quarters, the McGuinness football team cruised to a 4414 win over rival Tulsa-Bishop Kelley last Friday night at Pribil Stadium. Quarterback Luke Tarman accounted for four scores, including three runs of 13, 20 and 56 yards along with a 65-yard TD pass to Aaron Beck. Beck also returned a fumble 44 yards in the first quarter and tailback Dominic Richardson rumbled for a 60-yard scoring run for the Irish (1-1).
and 46 yards, and add two short scoring runs of four and one yard. Robert Mbroh opened the game with a three-yard TD plunge in the first quarter for the Chargers (2-0).
Jackson Conroe opened things up for Mount St. Mary (1-1) with a 44-yard fumble return, while Garret Hanke ran for a fouryard TD and Salvador Jackson added a 64yard TD.
ROCKETS CLOBBER CROOKED OAK
NORMAN DOWNS ANTLERS
Notching five touchdowns in the second
Deer Creek fell behind by three touch-
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CHARGERS RUN OVER CLINTON
John Marshall’s Jarvis Smallwood (10) gets a handoff from Kane Donovan (6) during the Bears’ 60-0 win over Capitol Hill last Friday.
Heritage Hall scored a touchdown in all four quarters on the way to a 34-7 win over Clinton last Friday at Pop Murray Field. Quarterback Jackson Jobe connected with Colby Lewis for two touchdowns of 76
quarter, Mount St. Mary pulled away for a commanding 50-16 victory at Crooked Oak on Friday night. Rocket quarterback Luke Wagner rushed for three touchdowns and threw a 48-yarder to Cooper Glass to finish off the Ruffnex.
downs in the first quarter and never recovered in a 49-7 loss to Norman last Friday at Heflin Field. Elijah Allen scampered 14 yards for a TD in the final quarter for the Antlers (1-1). Story continued at www.okcfriday.com.
SOFTBALL ROUNDUP
Deer Creek trounces Lawton
This weekend, the Antlers are scheduled to compete at the COAC tournament in Mustang.
Deer Creek erupted for 23 hits and 14 runs in the first three innings for a 23-4 win at Lawton last Monday. Ava Farris went 4-for-5 with a pair of doubles and drove in seven runs to lead the Antlers (15-5). Caitlyn Wells had three hits including a two-run home run in the third inning. Terin Ritz and Maci Stockton belted three hits each, with Stockton scoring twice and driving in three runs. Ritz picked up the pitching victory, allowing three runs on five hits and striking out four in five innings.
PC NORTH FALLS AT NORMAN Hampered by seven errors, PC North suffered a 9-2 loss at Norman on Monday. Katrina Bean had an RBI single, while Rylee Keyser and Emily Shuck scored runs for the Panthers (1-8) in the second inning. Pitcher Izzy Magrini got roughed up for nine runs on 12 hits and struck out one in the loss. PC North competes at the Putnam City tournament this weekend. Story continued at www.okcfriday.com.
CROSS COUNTRY ROUNDUP
Antlers sweep titles at OBU With nearly a dozen runners in the top 10, both Deer Creek cross country teams cruised to titles at the OBU Invitational last Saturday. A.J. Antonelli led a group of six Antlers in the top 10 with a second-place finish in 16:57.36 over the 5kilometer course at Gordon Cooper VoTech in Shawnee. Jack Reed placed third, followed by Hayden Wolfe in fourth, Drake Wagner in fifth, Luke Weath-
ers in sixth and Colton Beckner in ninth place. Jolie Strawn paced the Antler girls with a third-place finish in the 5K race with a time of 21:20.47. Mia John came in fifth, along with Julie Reed in eighth and Cali Dorman in ninth. Harding Charter Prep had two runners in the top 50 of the small-school division, including Tyler McLaughlin in 13th and Trevor Witherspoon in 38th place. ROCKETS WIN HARRIER CROWN Mount St. Mary’s Jackson Salsman-
Whitfield finished third at the Harrier Invitational in Mustang to help lead the Rocket boys to the team championship. Four others finished in the top 10, including Jake Hunsucker in sixth, Jaxson Cervantes in 11th, Chris Rodarte in 13th and Eli Cervantes in 15th. Ayden Kearney paced the Rocket girls with a third-place effort at the Harrier Invitational. Sarah Scanlon cracked the top 30 in 27th place. PC North’s Mia Popchoke finished 11th for the Panthers and Nicki Ahsafi made the top 50 in 42nd. – By Jason Jewell
VOLLEYBALL ROUNDUP
Irish win Bulldog Showdown Losing just one set in nine matches, the McGuinness volleyball team beat Regent Prep 2-1 last Saturday to claim the Lincon Christian Bulldogs Showdown championship in Tusla. The Irish (21-5) also claimed a 2-0 sweep over Coweta in the semifinals. Hannah Grundy was named the tournament Most Valuable Player with 59 total
kills in the tournament. Sydney Salmon made the All-Tournament team with 80 total digs and teammate Jace Smallwood had 15 serving aces. Two other Fridayland teams competed at the tournament, with Heritage Hall (710) earning a pair of wins over Sapulpa and PC North, while the Panthers (8-7) lost all six of their matches. This week, Heritage Hall competes at the Southwest Coveant tournament in Yukon, and McGuinness hosts PC North on Tuesday at 6 p.m.
CYCLONES 2ND AT DESTINY CHR. Casady finished second at the Destiny Christian Invitational last weekend, thanks to a 2-1 loss to Mingo Valley Christian in the final. Annakate Ross led the Cyclones with seven kills and Ellen Shafer added six digs. The duo also had two kills each in a 2-1 win over Wright Christian in the semis. Casady (10-9) hosts Southwest Covenant this Monday at 6 p.m. Story continued at www.okcfriday.com.
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CALENDAR EVENTS CONCERTS Sept. 24 • Brightmusic Concert
The Brightmusic Chamber Ensemble kicks off its concert season at the historic St. Paul’s Cathedral with Melodic Masters. Concert begins at 7:30 p.m. Single concert admission tickets available at the door, $20 each. Children are free, as are students and active-duty military personnel, with ID.
Sept. 25 • Carrie Underwood
Seven-time Grammy winner and Pollstar’s three-time top female country touring artist, Carrie Underwood, and her new arena tour, The Cry Pretty Tour 360, comes to the Peake with special guests Maddie & Tae and Runaway June. Show time is 7 p.m.
FUNDRAISERS Nov. 8 • Broadway Ball
Tony-nominated actress Emily Skinner has been announced as the headlining entertainer for Lyric Theatre’s largest annual fundraising event – the Broadway Ball – set for Friday, Nov. 8. The 24th annual Gala, which also features an awards presentation, raffle, silent auction and dinner, will begin at 6:30 p.m. at the Embassy Suites Oklahoma City Downtown/Medical Center. Single tickets are $250 and sponsorship levels, including two tickets and more, start at just $600. For more information, call (405) 524-9310 or visit LyricTheatreOKC.org/su pport-giving/broadwayball.
LUNCHEONS
Sept. 24-29 • Fiddler on the Roof
Rich with musical hits you know and love, including "Tradition," "Sunrise, Sunset,' "If I Were A Rich Man,” "Matchmaker, Matchmaker" and "To Life (L'Chaim!)." Fiddler on the Roof is the heartwarming story of fathers and daughters, husbands and wives and life, love and laughter. Showing daily at the Civic Center. Visit the website for tickets and times.
Oct. 2 • MacDowell Club
The OKC MacDowell Club of Allied Arts is closing after 100 years of business. The last luncheon is on Wednesday, Oct. 2 at 11 a.m. at Quail Creek Golf and Country Club. Please contact Skeeter Hall for more information, (405) 570-2766.
THIS WEEKEND Sept. 21• Monster Trucks Live
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live is at the Chesapeake Energy Arena for two performances. The inaugural tour launched in January, brings the famous Hot Wheels Monster Trucks to life in a fullsize, kid-focused, immersive Hot Wheels experience for the first time ever. Tickets are available at hotwheelsmonstertruckslive.com and prices are $40-$33-$25 and kids tickets are $8.
Through Sept. 22 • State Fair
Visit OKStateFair.com to purchase tickets in advance, or check out the special discount days. Ticket booths are outside of each gate. Free parking is available on the north and south sides of the park.
Through Sept. 22 • Frost/Nixon
Politics and the press collide spectacularly in David Frost’s 1977 landmark interviews of Former President
Richard Nixon. What happens behind the television cameras is just as engaging as in front where image is king and the stakes have never been higher. Showing at Lyric Theatre at the Plaza. Visit the website for tickets and times.
Sept. 22-27 • The Barber of Seville
Painted Sky Opera brings Rossini’s comic masterpiece to the Freede Little Theater at the Civic Center. When Count Almaviva and his love Rosina run into an issue preventing them from being married - namely Rosina’s overbearing guardian - they call on the local barber Figaro who knows exactly how to solve their problem. Featuring some of opera’s most beloved melodies, including Figaro’s famous “Largo al factotum”, this classic tale of misdirection and subterfuge will both enchant and delight you. Presented in Italian with English supertitles with orchestra.
Sept. 22 • Bill Maher
Bill Maher is an American comedian, Emmy nominated talk show host and political commentator who has been entertaining live audiences on the stage and on television across three decades. Enjoy his stand-up at the Civic Center beginning at 7 p.m.
Tulsa Hosts Major Productions
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n the early 1980’s, Oscar winning producer Gray Frederickson convinced his directing partner, Francis Ford Coppola, to read The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton and consider filming the movie on location in Tulsa. Coppola read the book, visited Tulsa, and agreed that the story would feel more authentic if it was shot on location and not inside a studio. Frederickson lined up a crew, moved everyone to Tulsa, and helped Coppola fill the cast with a host of future stars, including Tom Cruise, Patrick Swayze, Rob Lowe, Diane Lane, and Matt Dillon. The Outsiders shoot went so well, Coppola immediately optioned the rights to another S.E. Hinton book, Rumble Fish. He kept Matt Dillon and Diane Lane on to play the two leads and added another slew of future stars, including Nicolas Cage and Laurence Fishburne. Those two high-profile films produced back to back by the most successful director in Hollywood established Tulsa as a great film location and put the Oklahoma film industry on the map. Since then, Tulsa
has attracted a wide range of film and television productions. Part of the allure is the natural beauty of the town and its gorgeous art deco architecture. But, most of the business can be attributed to Abby Kurin, the director of the Tulsa Office of Film, Music, Arts & Culture. In her role, Abby travels to Sundance, SXSW, Hollywood, and around the country to promote Tulsa, meet with filmmakers, and invite them to produce their films in Tulsa. Currently, Tulsa is the only city in Oklahoma with an office dedicated to attracting film and music productions. And, the outreach is working. The most recent production in Tulsa, Minari, is a co-production from A24, who produced Moonlight and Ladybird, and Plan B, Brad Pitt’s company that produced The Big Short, The Departed, and 12 Years a Slave. Written and directed by Lee Isaac Chung, Minari tells the story of a Korean father
who, in pursuit of the American dream, uproots his family, and moves them to a farm in rural Arkansas. Minari began principal photography in July and employed over 170 Oklahoma industry members while utilizing the services of a number of local businesses for production requirements such as equipment rentals, lodging and catering. Tulsa served as the primary production hub as the production filmed throughout the surrounding areas, including Sand Springs, Skiatook, and Broken Arrow. While Minari was in production, Tulsa also hosted production for a ten-episode television series called Translating God. Based on the book from bestselling author Shawn Bolz, Translating God is a new inspirational series created by Impact Productions, which is based in Tulsa. With filming wrapped, the series is now in post-production utilizing companies in Tulsa for editing, graphics, sound design, music and mixing. The series will be finished in late October and will air nationwide on the Trinity Broadcast Network (TBN).
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Paseo Arts Assoc. announces award recipients The 2019 Paseo Arts Awards recipients have been named and will be celebrated at the 13th Annual Paseo Arts Awards Dinner on Nov. 14 at the Skirvin Hilton Hotel. This year’s award recipients are Denise Duong, Artist of the Year Award; Benjamin Harjo Jr., Lifetime Achievement Award; Ken Fergeson, Volunteer Service Award; John Wolfe, Michi Susan Award; Lucas Simmons, Emerging Artist Award. Tickets are on sale at thepaseo.org. Individual tickets are $75 and sponsorship opportunities are available. Emcee for the evening will be deadCenter’s Lance McDaniel. Artist of the Year – Denise Duong is a Vietnamese-American artist and
muralist from Oklahoma City. Her murals can be found on the West Village parking garage overlooking Film Row and greeting theatergoers heading to a show at Lyric Theatre in the Plaza District. Duong created the featured artwork for the 2019 Paseo Arts Festival and owns Little D Gallery in the Paseo Arts District. Lifetime Achievement Award – Benjamin Harjo Jr is one of the nation’s preeminent American Indian artists, often referred to as the "Picasso of Native American art." He is Seminole and Absentee Shawnee. Volunteer Service Award – Ken Fergeson is a community banker and Chairman of NBC Oklahoma. Ken created the NBC Oklahoma Artist Series,
a program that champions Oklahoma artists by commissioning them to create an original piece of art. Ken then turns the art into prints, posters and postcards for bank customers as gifts. Ken and his wife Mary Ann live in Altus, Oklahoma. Michi Susan Award – John Wolfe’s work has been exhibited extensively across Oklahoma and the surrounding region at venues including the Oklahoma City Museum of Art, the Philbrook Museum of Art in Tulsa, the Oklahoma State Capitol, the Hot Springs National Park Sculpture Invitational and The National Weather Center Biennale. Emerging Artist – Lucas was born in 1989 and attended school in a
small rural town called Weleetka, Oklahoma. In 2012, he graduated from Oklahoma Baptist University with a bachelor’s degree in art and was awarded an M.F.A. from the University of Oklahoma in May of 2017. During graduate school, Lucas began creating narrative paintings that explore the relationships between man, nature and technology. The Paseo Arts Association, a 501 c3 non-profit, started the Paseo Arts Awards in 2011 as a way to showcase the numerous contributions made by artists and community supporters who help to shape OKC into a better place to live. For more information, go to the website at thepaseo.org or call (405) 525-2688.
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Heritage Hall Upper School off to a memorable start Heritage Hall senior peer leaders Dylan Mayo, Jake Ephraim, Logan Longacre, Saif Salim, Lauren Paque and David Turner greet Upper School students as they arrive on the first day of school.
by David Turner
HALL HAPPENINGS
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ver the past few weeks, Heritage Hall Upper School students have been settling into another school year – reconnecting with friends, diving into books, hitting the fields of play, and participating in countless extracurricular activities. Continuing a longheld first day of school tradition in the Upper School, senior peer leaders handed out roses and donuts to students as they arrived. Upon entering the Upper School building, students were greeted by the familiar faces of their favorite teachers, as well as those new to the faculty – Darla
Eshelman, accompanist; Jenny Gray Ferguson ‘96, math; Garrett Hess, science; John Holland, science; Harrison Jackson, English; Nate Ogan, Spanish; and Nate Toll, science. A welcome change of pace this year has been the switch to a more college-style academic schedule. The new rotating for-
mat allows for longer class periods, more opportunities for students to explore the diverse range of courses, and the freedom for students to manage their time in a more personalized way. “The new schedule is excellent for several reasons: 1) it reduces stress on the students; 2) in science, we can get a lab done
in about half the time it used to take when we would have to start and stop each day; and 3) it allows students to dig a little deeper into their work because it eliminates frequent interruptions by changing class periods,” said Science Department Chairman Mark Rauch. Welcome back, Chargers – have a great year!
Harding Charter hosts Welcome Back Barbecue Over 250 current Harding Charter Preparatory High School families; teachers/staff and their families; and board/community members and their families attended the first All-School Welcome Back Barbecue last month. This event fostered the school’s sense of community and a tradition which will continue
as the school charts its course in a new location. The Harding Charter Prep Parent Organization (HCPPO) spearheaded the event providing the hamburgers and hot dogs. Families brought the sides such as chips and desserts to be shared with the community. Students played games on the soccer field while Steven
Stefanick, principal, conducted tours of the new facility. Deanna Greenwood, HCPPO president said, Harding Charter Prep is more than a school. “We are FAMILY,” she said. “To hear all of the comments after it was done made all the hard work we put in to planning this event worth every minute.”
Pajan to present Sunday organ recital at CTK Dr. Adam Pajan, will present an organ recital at Christ the King Catholic church Sunday at 7 p.m. The church is located at 8005 Dorset Drive, Oklahoma City, 73120. The recital will include works by Ola Gjeilo, Arno Landmann, J. S. Bach, Sigfrid Karg-Elert, George Gershwin
transcribed by Adam Pajan and Gustav Holst transcribed by Peter Sykes. A reception will follow the recital in the Parish Atrium. Dr. Adam Pajan is a faculty member at the University of Oklahoma. An-award winning recitalist, he has performed throughout the US and Germany. Dr.
UNITED WAY From Page 1 on,” said Debby Hampton, United Way of Central Oklahoma president and CEO. “It takes all of us to make our community stronger, and we’re determined to do our part through this year’s fundraising campaign.” Pacesetter campaign results were announced and, to date, $4,557,795 has been raised, accounting for 27 percent of the campaign goal. Pacesetters are companies that run their workplace campaigns early and set the momentum for others
Pajan is a frequent performer on NPR’s program Pipedreams. Come hear why Michael Barone of Pipedreams called him “…a rising star definitely worth watching.” Adam is also organist-director of music at St. Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church in Norman.
that will kickoff this fall. The kick-off festivities at the Chickasaw Bricktown Ball Park included community leaders enjoying the tradition of flipping pancakes while serving as “celebrity chefs” and the annual pancake flipping contest was held on stage. Rumble the Bison took home the coveted golden spatula award for the second time in a row. United Way of Central Oklahoma also announced the winners of its new social innovation grant, the WayFinder. The WayFinder Grant is United Way of Central Oklahoma’s program to fund bold, new and innovative ideas, which are designed to address community
Dr. Pajan completed his doctoral of musical arts American Organ Institute at the University of Oklahoma; his master of music at the Institute of Sacred Music at Yale University; and his bachelor of music magna cum laude at Furnam University where he was a Mattie Hipp Cunningham Scholar.
challenges in central Oklahoma. ReMerge Oklahoma received $70,800 for its Courageous Cookies program, The Homeless Alliance was granted $39,200 for Curbside Apparel, Mental health Association of Oklahoma was presented $60,000 for its Homeless Street Outreach OK program, City Care earned $55,000 for its Samaritan project and the YWCA of Oklahoma City was given $25,000 for its Raise the Bar program. For more information on United Way of Central Oklahoma’s annual campaign or to make a contribution online, visit www.unitedwayokc.org.
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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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Trust wants to take jail away from Sheriff On August 18, the Oklahoma County Jail Trust made a historic decision to hire an outside administrator to operate the jail, instead of the Sheriff’s Office. This decision comes in the wake of over two decades of problems at the jail. While persistent overpopulation and triple-celling has declined, there are still management problems at the jail. Sanitary issues include lack of cell cleanliness, bed-bugs, dirty food conditions and allegations of inmates not being allowed to access medical care. In the past several years, over $20 million in lawsuit judgments have been awarded against you, the taxpayers, due to Sheriff’s Office negligence. Reports persist of abuse of inmates, and of lost inmates in the jail. In an embarrassing incident a few months ago, an inmate walked out the front door, carjacked an octogenarian,
and ran over her hand. Inmates and their families have been speaking out for years, including at recent Trust meetings. Citizen commissions and a Grand Jury have called for a jail administrator other than the Sheriff ’s Office for years. Last week several attorneys with the Public Defender’s Office confirmed these concerns, advocating for a jail administrator. The Sheriff ’s Office says that taxpayers paying more is the solution. But a recent ballot question to raise taxes for the Sheriff ’s Office and jail failed miserably, getting only about 15% support. Throwing money at our jail problem won’t solve it, because the problem isn’t a lack of money. In the 2017-18 budget year, the Sheriff’s Office got $50.3 million in total funds, but an audit by MGT, a nationwide jail auditor, showed only $31.1 million was spent on the jail. The Sheriff ’s Office originally touted that the MGT audit was evidence of how much they were spending on the jail, but disparaged MGT after I pointed out that the audit actually showed how much money the Sheriff ’s Office is wasting. We have good precedent for hiring a jail administrator in the state. Before Monday’s vote, former State Senator Ben Brown, a Trustee who is as politically liberal as I am conservative, correctly touted the success of the administrator at Tulsa’s jail. Six other counties in Oklahoma operate their jails with NO sheriff involvement. A jail administrator is an alternative to sheriff operation of the jail or to contracting with a private jail operating company. A jail administrator, whose sole focus is run-
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ning the jail, will help ensure more efficient operation of the jail for taxpayers, better working conditions for jail employees, and more humane treatment of inmates. Currently, the Sheriff ’s Office is both running an urban jail AND providing law enforcement in the unincorporated area of the County, two VERY different functions with entirely different skill sets. This shotgun marriage of jail operations and law enforcement creates an incentive to use the jail budget as an ATM for “mission creep.” “Mission creep” refers to a government entity’s tendency to expand its duties beyond the original intent. Mission creep in the Sheriff’s Office has led to duplicating the efforts of municipal police departments by patrolling in city limits, buying unnecessary military vehicles and excessive numbers of patrol cars, and other programs of doubtful value for taxpayers. Jail functions have suffered for 25 years as a result of this divided focus of the Sheriff’s Office. But change is coming! At the September 9 meeting of the Jail Trust, we will determine the job description and application process for the jail administrator. Do you agree with the Trust’s decision to hire a jail administrator to operate the jail, rather than let the Sheriff keep operating the jail? Contact me at kevin.calvey@oklahomacounty.org. Thank you!
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BC Clark unveils The Heart of Oklahoma Diamond
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Clark unveiled the largest internallyflawless Forevermark Exceptional Diamond ever cut to the public. “We are proud to finally introduce The Heart of Oklahoma Diamond,” said Coleman Clark, president of BC Clark. The Heart of Oklahoma is an 18.92 carat, extremely rare diamond graded internally-flawless, intense fancy yellow. The diamond is valued at $1.2 million. Nearly seven years ago, Coleman and Mitchell Clark, the fourth generation leading Oklahoma’s oldest jeweler, set out to find a diamond worthy of honoring the BC Clark legacy and their home state. After searching the globe, the Clarks finally discovered their once-in-a-lifetime diamond. Cut from a 38.05carat rough diamond that was mined offshore Namibia, Africa, it was polished to perfection to a very specific carat-weight: 18.92 carats to honor BC Clark’s founding
Coleman, Mitchell and Jim Clark with The Heart of Oklahoma Diamond on display at the downtown BC Clark Jewelers. At right: A photograph of the largest internally-flawless Forevermark Exceptional Diamond.
year–1892. “We have been in the diamond business for 127 years,” Coleman said. “It was very important to us to find a diamond that would not only celebrate our company’s longevity and history but also the people of Oklahoma.” “This diamond’s color is as intense as an Oklahoma sunset and as faceted and spirited as our people. When we saw it, we simply knew, this is The Heart of Oklahoma.” After being cut and polished in New York City, an extensive certification process followed. Eventually, it was designated as a
Forevermark Exceptional Diamond. “It is the largest internally-flawless Forevermark Exceptional Diamond ever cut, according to Forevermark, a De Beers company,” Clark said. Less than one percent of all diamonds are eligible to be Forevermark diamonds. Only a fraction of these is considered for the Forevermark Exceptional Diamonds Collection, as each Exceptional Diamond must adhere to strict standards of quality and ethics, and exceed 3 carats in weight. The Heart of Oklahoma Diamond has
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continued its journey to the Harry Kotlar company, where it will be crafted into a custom-designed handmade ring. “We chose to partner with Harry Kotlar because, like us, they are a legacy company and understand that this is more than a diamond to us," Clark said. "They are also one of the most highly-regarded artisans in the industry, combining relevant design with old-world craftsmanship.” The Heart of Oklahoma Diamond has a sister diamond. The Sol Diamond is a 5.01-carat Forevermark Exceptional Diamond cut from the same rough diamond.
Balliet’s moves to Nichols Hills Plaza Balliet’s recently moved to a new location in Nichols Hills Plaza and owner Bob Benham threw an open house to celebrate. Above, Benham, center, shows off special coffee cups for the celebration with Barbara Jansen and Genia Stemseth. Below: Donna Bozalis admires the store’s denim and other accessories.
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OKC Museum of Art
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Renaissance Ball honors Hudsons The annual Oklahoma City Museum of Art gala is always the first formal party after summer’s end. Everyone is back in the city and catching up with friends at the soiree cocktail party before dinner. This year’s honorees were Dr. Leslie and Cliff Hudson. Supporters of the Museum for more than two decades, Leslie served as chair of the Museum’s board from 20042006. Cliff is the former chairman and CEO of Sonic Corporation. In 2001 the Sonic Arts Education Endowment Fund was established to fund arts education programs at the Museum. This endowment is the only - Photos by Fran Kosakowski Museum endowment established by a corporation. From left: Renaissance Ball Co-Chairmen Durwood and Caroline Hendee, Oklahoma City Museum of Art Durwood and Caroline Hendee served Interim President and CEO Michael Anderson, honorees Leslie and Cliff Hudson and Board Chairman Cynda Ottaway and her husband Larry. as Renaissance Ball co-chairmen. Chuck and Ranete Wiggin, Terri Cooper and Don Karchmer enjoy the 44th Annual Renaissance Ball honoring Leslie and Cliff Hudson.
Darlene and Larry Parman.
Gary and Gail Hunteryager.
Jason and Cydney Clark and Sarah and Zack Newby.
Dr. Amalia Miranda and Dr. Paul Silverstein.
Above: Mark and Manda Ruffin and Betty Jo and Frank Hill. At left: Judge Jerome and Jeri Holmes.
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Bob Ellis, Dick Clements and Louie Trost.
Dick Clements receives the Phi Gamma Delta Distinguished Fiji Award Dick Clements received the Distinguished Fiji award from his college fraternity, Phi Gamma Delta. Rob Caudill, executive director of Phi Gamma Delta, traveled from Lexington, Ky. to present the award. Rob also presented Diamond Owl recognitions to Clements and Bob Ellis. This is given in recognition of the 75th anniversary of initiation into Phi Gamma Delta. The Distinguished Fiji Award is presented annually to no more than six graduate brothers who shall be deserving of recognition for their faithful and unselfish service to Phi Gamma Delta or
their special contribution to mankind and society at large. Clements’ sons, Robert, Richard and Ed, hosted a reception for their dad at Harry’s Bar at the Oklahoma City Golf & Country Club. Attending the party were: Sharon and John Bozalis, Donna and Bill Bozalis, Mary Ann and Don Haskins, Christy & Jim Everest, Nancy Ellis, Charles Ellis, Mary and Rowland Denman, Lexi and Huston Huffman, Lindy and Larry LeFlore, Betty and Jim Mackellar, Bruce Mackellar, Rick Knapp, Guy Patton, Bill Paul and Anne Workman.
Phi Gamma Delta Executive Director Rob Caudill presents Dick Clements with the Distinguished Fiji Award.
Above: Dr. Chuck Fullenwider, Muskogee, and Melissa and Richard Clements. At right: Patty and Kent Cohenour.
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News Explore the Zoo after-hours at ZOObrew
The Barber of Seville returns to OKC
Good beer for a great cause on Sept. 27 at the Zoo! Taste flights from 50 breweries at ZOOfriends’ 11th annual fundraiser hosted by the Oklahoma Zoological Society and presented by Byron’s Liquor Warehouse and sponsored by Bob Moore Subaru and Gulfport Energy. An evening of music, great food and wild prizes awaits – all in the heart of the Oklahoma City Zoo. Take in the tastes of the city while you enjoy exclusive after-hours access to the Zoo. This year, there's
Finally - an opera with only love and laughs! Let's face it - opera has a reputation for being a little dark and tragic. But, there are plenty of operas where you won't end up crying at the end! In fact, The Barber of Seville features a sweet and wonderful love story around which are wrapped some of the vivid and hilarious characters you've ever seen on stage. Re-imagined with a new setting in mid-
even more to love about ZOObrew as a larger portion of the Zoo will be available to explore while you enjoy unlimited samplings from over 200 beers. Spend your evening strolling from the Devon Picnic Grounds all the way to the Zoo's newest gem, Sanctuary Asia. Along the way, enjoy music, a raffle and access to select animals. Tickets at okczoo.org.
The Rocky Horror Show returns to Lyric at the Plaza Stage Join Dr. Frank ‘N’ Furter, Riff Raff, Brad, Janet and the cast of cult favorites when they time warp back to the Plaza Theatre next month in Lyric Theatre’s 2019 edition of the fanfavorite The Rocky Horror Show. Opening Wednesday, Oct. 9, the production runs through Saturday, Nov. 2, at Lyric at the Plaza, 1725 NW 16 St. The stage production, later adapted into a movie, is a humorous tribute to the science fiction and horror “B” movies of the 1930s through the early 1960s. The musical tells the story of a newly engaged couple – Brad and Janet – getting caught with a flat tire in a storm and seeking assistance at the eerie
mansion of a mad transvestite scientist, Dr. Frank ‘N’ Furter. While at the home, the scientist unveils his newest creation, a Frankenstein-style monster in the form of a physically perfect muscle man named Rocky, complete “with blond hair and a tan.” As their innocence is lost, Brad and Janet are introduced to a houseful of wild characters, including a rocking biker and a creepy butler. Patrons are encouraged to dress as their favorite characters from the show. Additionally, audience participation prop bags will be available for purchase for just $5. (Outside props are not permitted.) The Rocky Horror Show originally premiered in London in
1973, running nearly 3,000 performances over the following seven years. In 1974, the production opened in Los Angeles and debuted on Broadway in 1975, earning one Tony Award nomination. That same year, it was adapted into the film, The Rocky Horror Picture Show, starring its writer, Richard O’Brien, as Riff Raff, and actor Tim Curry, reprising his role as Dr. Frank ‘N’ Furter. Single tickets to The Rocky Horror Show start at just $25. This show contains strong language and mature themes. No one under the age of 13 will be admitted. For more information, visit LyricTheatreOKC.org or call Lyric’s box office at (405) 5249312.
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west America in 1910, Painted Sky Opera's production of The Barber of Seville is filled with bubbly and exciting music and features a playful irreverence which will delight you and make you burst out laughing. Show times are Sept. 20 and 27 at 7:30 p.m. and Sept. 22 at 2 p.m. Featuring the return to Oklahoma City by OCU alum mezzo soprano Mary Beth Nelson, Painted Sky Opera's produc-
tion of The Barber of Seville highlights some of the best singers from around the United States along with a stellar orchestra led by Maestro Jan McDaniel and stage direction by Artistic Director Rob Glaubitz. The Barber of Seville opens this Friday and includes only three performances in the Freede Little Theatre. Go to paintedskyopera.org for more information.
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NOTICE OF PETITION FOR APPOINTMENT OF GUARDIAN You are hereby notified that Cheryl McCaulla has petitioned this Court to be appointed guardian of the person of the above-named minor Michael McCaulla III, and that said Petition will be heard in the court room of Judge Welch Room 217 in the Oklahoma County Courthouse at 321 Park Avenue on the 30 day of October 2019, at 1:30 o’clock P.M. at which time you may appear and show cause if any, why said Petition should not be granted. WITNESS my hand and seal of said Court this 13 day of September, 2019. ALLEN WELCH Judge of the District Court (SEAL) RICK WARREN, Court Clerk By /s/Elizabeth Warne, Deputy
In the Matter of the Application of Elysse Butler as next of friend of (child) Legendary Jordan Butler to Change Her/His Name
To Whom It May Concern: Take notice that (a) Elysse Butler, as next of friend of Legendary Jordan Butler has filed in the above court a Petition to have the minor child’s name changed as follows, to-wit: From (a) Legendary Jordan Butler to (b) Legendary Ermias Butler-Tate; and that the same will be heard by the Honorable Judge Stallings of Oklahoma County, in the County Courthouse, located at 321 Park Avenue, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73102, on the 1st day of November, 2019 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 /s/Gail Bowlby (SEAL) CLERK/BAILIFF OF THE DISTRICT COURT
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You are hereby notified that Kimberly Wickham has petitioned this Court to be appointed guardian of the person of the above-named minor William Scott Palmer, and that said Petition will be heard in the court room of Judge Kerr Room 602 in the Oklahoma County Courthouse at 321 Park Avenue on the 12 day of November 2019, at 1:30 o’clock P.M. at which time you may appear and show cause if any, why said Petition should not be granted. WITNESS my hand and seal of said Court this 13 day of September, 2019. ALLEN WELCH Judge of the District Court (SEAL) RICK WARREN, Court Clerk By /s/Jamie Houston, Deputy (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, September 20, 2019) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA
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Golden Smith was appointed Temporary Guardian herein on the 20 day of August, 2019. Temporary letters were granted at that time. The Temporary Letters, Temporary Guardianship, and the statutory authority thereby granted, are hereby extended until further review set herein at 1:30, p.m., on the 13 day of November, 2019. The Temporary Guardian remains bound by the oath taken previously on August 20, 2019. SO ORDERED this 11 day of September, 2019.
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NOTICE OF HEARING ON CHANGE ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME TO: All interested parties. Take notice that Sara Jean Weaver has petitioned to change his/her name to Sean Jay Weaver. A Hearing on said petition is set for 2 o’clock P.M. on the 10 day of October, 2019, before Judge Truong at 2 o’clock in his/her courtroom in the Oklahoma County Courthouse. Should you know of some reason why this change of name should not be allowed you must file a written protest in the above styled and numbered cause prior to the above date with the Clerk of this Court. Should you fail to do so, the petition for change of name will be granted as prayed.
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Relics of Saint Pio to visit Christ the King Relics of Saint Pio of Pietrelcina, better known as Padre Pio, will be visiting the Christ the King Catholic Church, located at 8005 Dorset Drive in Oklahoma City, on Friday, Sept. 27, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Relics available for public veneration include Saint Pio’s glove, the crusts of his stigmata, cottongauze with Saint Pio’s blood stains, a lock of his hair, his mantle and Saint Pio’s handkerchief soaked with his sweat hours before he died. A Mass in honor of Saint Pio will be celebrated at 6 p.m. by Archbishop Paul Stagg Coakley. The Saint Pio Foundation, which is sponsoring the tour, will provide books and items related to Padre Pio in the entryway of the Church. St. Pio was born on May 25, 1887 in
Pietrelcina, Italy, and baptized Francesco Forgione. He first expressed his desire for priesthood at age 10. In order to pay for the preparatory edu-
cation, his father, Grazio Forgione, emigrated in the United States on 1899, where he worked for several years. The future saint entered the Capuchin order at age
15, taking the name Pio. He was ordained a priest in 1910 at the age of 23. During his lifetime, Padre Pio was known as a mystic with miraculous powers of healing and knowledge, who bore the stigmata. Stigmata is the term the Catholic Church uses to speak about the wounds an individual receives that correspond to the crucifixion wounds of Jesus Christ. They can appear on the forehead, hands, wrists, and feet. His stigmata emerged during World War I and remained with him until his death on Sept. 23, 1968. Pope John Paul II canonized him in 2002. For more information, visit www.ckokc.org/padrepio. More information about Saint Pio Foundation can be found at www.saintpiofoundation.org.
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