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OKC FRIDAY Vol. 53 No. 21 • Two Sections • 18 Pages • September 27, 2019
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Friendship Dinner set for Thursday
FAIR TIME
By Rose Lane Editor The Oklahoma Israeli Exchange and its Executive Director Edie Roodman, Orhan Osman, Mohammad Farzaneh, Jalal Farzaneh and St. Augustine of Canterbury will be honored during the Annual Friendship Dinner and Awards Ceremony hosted by the Dialogue Institute and Raindrop Turkish House. The two organizations are “Honoring the Past, Celebrating the Present and Building the Future Together” by recognizing the outstanding achievements, professional dedication and service to society of the honorees. The event is set for Thursday, beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the Petroleum Club of OKC. Oklahoma State University President Burns Hargis will deliver the keynote speech on “Education constructs a peaceful world.” Tickets are $100 each and other sponsorship levels are available. Visit www.dialogueok.org for more information.
OK Teacher of the Year ‘humbled’ by the recognition By Ford Watkins Student Intern
Fridaylander Drew Kaiser was having a ball at the Oklahoma State Fair after the rain shower passed. The 2-year old is Barbara Simons’ petite cousin.
Jena Nelson has received the most prestigious award in Oklahoma education: the Teacher of the Year. Nelson teaches seventh and eighth grade English at Deer Creek Middle School, where she has certainly left an indelible impact on her students. Now, as Oklahoma’s teacher ambassador, she will promote public education as a stepping stone in students’ lives across the state. Nelson said she got her start in education when she was working as a director and agent and was asked to teach an acting class to some inner-city kids. “I was hooked,” she said. “I loved watching these kids come alive and find joy in creating art. I started teaching full time, and I have never looked back.” Eighth grade, in particular is an “amazing” year of growth for students. “They start to form their own opinions and become more comfortable sharing them in their writing,” she said. “It is the first glimpse of the possibility of greatness before they enter high
JENA NELSON
school.” “They also don't take themselves quite so seriously, so it is a lot of fun to teach them.” Nelson said she believes there are many components to being a successful educator. “My philosophy of teaching is simple — inspire them, teach them and get out of their way,” she said. “I believe that in this day and age that kids need someone to look up to.” “In the era of YouTube stars, and flash-in-the-pan celebrities, kids need true professional role models that See TEACHER, Page 3
53rd Heritage Hills Home Tour features five historic homes Kathy and John Michael Williams are the co-chairman of the Heritage Hills Historic Homes Tour set for Oct. 5-6. Tour hours are 12-5 p.m. each day. This year marks the 50th Anniversary of the Historic Preservation Ordinance in Oklahoma City. Heritage Hills Historic Preservation District
is the oldest preservation district in the city, which as a neighborhood has been listed in the National Register of Historic Places since 1969. This year’s 53rd annual Heritage Hills Historic Homes tour offers the opportunity for guests to view a group of Oklahoma City’s most beautiful historic residences, not
usually open to the public. Also featured on the Tour will be the historic Overholser Mansion, as well as Wilson Elementary Arts Integration School. Children from the surrounding neighborhoods have filled its halls for the past 100 years.
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This home at 1815 NW Hudson Ave. will be featured on the tour.
See TOUR, Page 3
21 named Merit semifinalists By Rose Lane Editor Twenty-one Fridayland students are among 16,000 semifinalists in the 65th Annual National Merit Scholarship Program. These academically-talented high school seniors have an opportunity to continue in the competition for some 7,600 National Merit Scholarships worth more than $31 million that will be
offered next spring. To be considered for a Merit Scholarship award, semifinalists must fulfill several requirements to advance to the finalist level of the competition. Over 90 percent of the semifinalists are expected to attain finalist standing and about half of the finalists will win a National Merit Scholarship, earning the Merit Scholar title. Our semifinalists
by high school are: Deer Creek — Julie Dawkins, Chandler Dean, Robel Tesfaselassie and Lauran Zheng. Classen School of Advanced Studies — Dimitri Bradford. Crossings Christian School — Delaney Barghols, Olivia Rouse and Nicholas Willingham. Harding Charter Preparatory High School — Sean Dobson. See MERIT, Page 3
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Oklahoma City Philharmonic
Eddie Walker inducted in Phil’s Maestro’s Circle Silks and Sarees was the theme of the OKC Orchestra League’s 2019 Maestro’s Ball. Eddie Walker, former executive director of the OKC Philharmonic, was inducted into the Maestro’s
Honorary Co-Chairmen Sody (in forefront) and Robert Clements introduce the newest member of the Maestro’s Circle, Eddie Walker.
Circle, joining Josie Freede and Joel Levine. The honorary chairmen were Sody and Robert Clements and Drs. Chittranjan “Bobby” and Geetika Verma.
Traditional Indian dances are performed for the enjoyment of the attendees.
- Photos by Rose Lane
Above: Honorary Co-Chairmen Drs. Chittranjan “Bobby” and Geetika Verma. At left: OKC Philharmonic Orchestra League Executive Director Lisa Reed and OKC Philharmonic Musical Director and Conductor Alexander Mickelthwate.
In photos, starting at left: Judy Austin and Abigail Mickelthwate; Jack and Lisa Wheeler and Dick Tanenbaum; and Susie Reynolds and Jeanne Jackson.
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Craig Tompkins is a student ambassador Craig Tompkins is a student ambassador at McKendree University in Lebanon, Ill. These dynamic and dedicated leaders represent and serve the university as they enthusiastically share what it is like to be a student in an engaged, active and intellectual campus environment. Craig is a junior psychology major from Oklahoma City. Founded in 1828, historic McKendree University was recently named among U.S. News’ top regional universities in the Midwest.
OKC FRIDAY in Bolivia The “Equipo Ojos” (Eye Team) spent 10 days beginning with Memorial Day Weekend in Guayaramerín, Beni, Bolivia. This is the 26th trip for The Friends of Bolivia medical mission team led by Rafael Elias. St. Eugene Catholic Church in The Village has sponsored this mission trip for about the past 20 years. Each year the eye team along with other medical specialities takes Lion's Club glasses and their eye refactor to Bolivia in the hopes of paring deserving people with the gift of sight. This year the eye team was composed of, from left, Judi Wilkinson, Mary Latta, Karen Robinson, Josie Grajeda, Justin Ulrich Nsiakam Leuga, Pam Bradshaw, and Berni Hogsett. They were joined by seven other Oklahomans and eight doctors, dentists and aids from Oklahoma and Bolivia to complete the mission team. Over 1,000 patients were seen.
Scotch tasting to benefit Harding Charter Prep A scotch-tasting fundraiser to benefit Harding Charter Preparatory High School is scheduled for Thurday at a historic Heritage Hills home, 7:30-10:30 p.m. All proceeds from this event will benefit Harding Charter Prep’s STEM program. The evening will feature six flights of Scotch Whiskey, food, a cigar bar, Pipes and Drums
by the Highlanders of Oklahoma City and a presentation from a Scotch Whiskey Expert, Dewayne Poor. White wine and craft beer will also be available. Tickets are $125 each (limited to 100 guests) and this includes a commemorative Glencairn glass. VIP Tickets are $200 each (limited to 25 guests) and
includes one hour early admission at 6:30 p.m., three additional premium Scotch tastings and a premium cigar, in addition to all the amenities of regular ticket holders. For more information or to register for this fun evening go to www. charityscotch2019. event-brite.com or email Carole Kelley at ckelley@hardingcharterprep. org.
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Bhattacharya, Nathaniel Branscum, Saif-Ullah Salim, Hayden Schraad, Abigail Siatkowski and David Turner. Bishop McGuinness —
Dane Farris and Alexandra Haworth. Casady School — Preston Piercey, Malavika Rajaram and Lukas Schneider.
From Page 1 Heritage Hall — Sukanya
TOUR From Page 1 Wilson’s interior is graced by a number of beautiful murals, dating to 1934. Wilson Elementary School, a Arts Integration School, will be a beneficiary of this year’s tour sponsorships in honor of its centennial. The Heritage Hills Historic Homes Tour represents a unique opportunity to experience the lives and the
stories of Oklahomans, through their homes. This year’s homes are 300 NW 17th St.; 220 NW 19th St.; 1815 N. Hudson Ave.; 325 NW 15th St.; and a work in-progress home at 436 NW 14th St. Heritage Hills Historic Homes Tour is a self guided walking tour and may be done on either Saturday or Sunday, or both days for a more leisurely pace. A shuttle is also available to transport visitors from one site
TEACHER From Page 1 can say, ‘I have made mistakes, but I believe in every single one of you.’ She said she tells her students from day one that it is okay to make mistakes in class because their teacher is going to make them, too. “They are granted a fresh start every day so that they can show the same leadership to other students,” Nelson said. “Too often we
to another. Visitors will be greeted by knowledgeable volunteers who can provide historical facts and wonderful stories of our neighborhood. Special support can be provided for seniors and those with disabilities. Tour tickets will be available on tour days at tour locations for $20. Advance discounted tickets are $18 and are available at HeritageHills.org. Inquiries about the
give up on the kids that are not easy to love, like, or teach. I find that I gravitate towards those kids first and I work to establish a positive relationship with each of them so that they know that this is a safe environment for them to thrive in.” Education is “the greatest profession on earth” and Nelson said she is “extremely humbled” to be named Oklahoma’s Teacher of the Year. “I hope I can represent all of the students and teachers in Oklahoma in a positive light.”
tour can be emailed to homestour@heritagehills.org.
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Sports Weekly FOOTBALL | WEEK 4 PREVIEW: HERITAGE HALL AT MOUNT ST. MARY
Rockets to ‘break in’ new turf against Chargers By Jason Jewell Sports Editor With several Oklahoma City metro area football teams opening new stadiums this season, Mount St. Mary is getting in on the act. The Rockets planned to christen their new artificial turf field on Thursday night in a matchup against Fridayland rival Heritage Hall. “It really enhances the look of our stadium,” Rockets coach Willie Alexander said
of the new surface. “We’ll also cut down on our maintenance expenses.” Mount St. Mary enters Friday’s District 3A-1 opener at 12 after a 36-7 loss at Chandler last week. The Rockets picked up their first win of the season in Week 2 at Crooked Oak. “I think we’re playing better,” Alexander said. “Depth is still an issue for us so we’re getting tired at the end of games.” The coach said he’s most impressed with
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the play of offensive tackle/defensive end Dalton Faires. “Everything starts up front and Dalton’s really stepped up this year,” Alexander said. Top-ranked Heritage Hall, meanwhile, has rolled to a 3-0 record, following a 143 win at Class 2A powerhouse Davis last Friday night. Four other Fridayland teams also open district play on Friday. Deer Creek travels to 6A-II No. 2 Stillwater to begin District 6AII-1 action. The
WEEK 4 SCHEDULE Friday, Sept. 27 Casady at Arlington-Oakridge OCS at Crossings Christian Deer Creek at Stillwater Bridge Creek at John Marshall McGuinness at Northwest Classen Edmond North at PC North Thursday, Sept. 26 Heritage Hall at Mount St. Mary Note: All games start at 7 p.m., unless noted.
Antlers (2-1) held off Edmond Memorial for a 14-10 win last week. John Marshall plays host to Bridge Creek in District 3A-1.
The 3A No. 6 Bears (30) cruised to a 42-0 win at Douglass. PC North plays its second game in new Panthers Stadium on
Friday against Edmond North in District 6AI-2. The No. 7 Panthers (3-0) rolled to a 30-13 win at Choctaw. McGuinness goes on the road to NW Classen in District 5A2, after a 41-14 win over Enid. Crossings Christian steps out of district play to host OCS. The Knights (2-1) won 1918 at Watonga. Casady (0-3) visits Arlington-Oakridge for a SW Prep Conference counter. The Cyclones lost 16-14 at Trinity Valley.
FOOTBALL | WEEK 3 SPOTLIGHT: IRISH 41, PLAINSMEN 14
McGuinness jumps on Enid early in win By Jason Jewell Sports Editor Going into last Friday’s game against Enid, the McGuinness football team wanted to get off to a fast start. Mission accomplished as the Irish scored six times in the first half on the way
to a commanding 4114 win over Enid last Friday night at Pribil Stadium. “We were able to execute our game plan,” Irish coach Bryan Pierce said. “We wanted to be as perfect as we can play.” The Irish (2-1) rolled up 353 rushing yards against the Plainsmen. Quarterback Luke Tarman and tailback Dominic Richardson accounted for three touchdowns each in the rout. “Our offensive line is coming along well,” Pierce said. “(Tarman and Richardson) make things happen for us.
- Photos by Dewayne Jones, dewayne-jones.smugmug.com
McGuinness quarterback Luke Tarman (10) threw for two touchdowns and ran for another in the Irish’s 41-14 win over Enid on Friday night.
They pose a big threat to opponents because they can’t key on just one guy.”
McGuinness receiver Aaron Beck (7) caught a 66-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Luke Tarman during the Irish’s win over Enid.
Tarman threw a 66yard pass to Aaron Beck in the first quarter and a 4-yard pass to Tony Lemcke in the second quarter, while running for another 40-yard touchdown. Richardson, meanwhile, scampered for a pair of 7-yard touchdowns in the second quarter and added a 62-yard scoring run just before halftime. Kicker Zach Schmit also connected on six of seven extra-point attempts. Enid added a couple late touchdowns in the second half.
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FOOTBALL | WEEK 3 ROUNDUP
Panthers run over Choctaw Aaron Norment and Zach Dortch proved to be quite a duo for PC North as the pair accounted for four touchdowns in a 30-13 win at Choctaw last Friday night. Norment, the starting quarterback, and Dortch, a running back and linebacker, scored two touchdowns each for the Panthers (3-0). The pair also made five tackles each, while collecting two of the PC North’s three interceptions.
Tailback Jacob Snyder scored on a 13yard run in the third quarter to get the Knights (2-2, 1-1 District A-3) within five points. Crotts and Johnson also hooked up for a 20-yard TD in the first quarter. CYCLONES FALL AT TRINITY VALLEY Both teams saved
KNIGHTS RALLY PAST WATONGA Down by 11 points at halftime, Crossings Christian scored two unanswered touchdowns in the final quarter to rally for a 19-18 win at Watonga on Friday. Quarterback Owen Crotts hit Hunter Johnson on a 53-yard pass play that provided the go-ahead touchdown with just over four minutes left in regulation.
Cyclones (0-3, 0-1 SPC). CHANDLER TOPS ROCKETS Mount St. Mary endured a difficult road trip to Chandler with a 36-7 loss. Quarterback Luke Wagner hit Salvador Jackson on a 30-yard touchdown pass to lead the Rockets (1-2).
- Photo by Richard Clifton, rtcdigitalimages.zenfolio.com
Deer Creek’s Josh Bakare intercepts a pass late in the fourth quarter to seal a 14-10 victory at Edmond Memorial on Friday night.
their scoring for the second half, but Casady fell 16-14 at Trinity Valley in a Southwest Preparatory Conference counter last Friday. Receiver Lenard Keuhl caught a 63yard TD pass and scored on his only run of 24 yards as the
Keyed by three players with at least two hits, Mount St. Mary outlasted Millwood for a 13-12 win in last week’s action. Skylar Guarnieri went 3-for-4 with three runs scored and two RBI and Megan Williams also had three hits including a double. Hailey Talbot batted 2-for-3 with a double and scored three times. She also allowed four runs in four innings for the pitching victory. The Rockets (9-16) were set to host Star Spencer on Tuesday for Senior Night.
Antlers take Stillwater tourney title Losing just one set in six matches, the Deer Creek volleyball team cruised to a 3-0 sweep over Class 6A No. 11 Stillwater on Saturday to win the Stillwater Invitational championship. The Antlers (18-6) also swept No. 14 Yukon 3-0 in the semifinals. Their only set loss came in a 3-1 victory against Tulsa Union in pool play. Teagan Polcovich and Maddie Manning also earned spots on the All-Tournament team. Deer Creek visits Piedmont this Monday and hosts Southmoore on Tuesday. Both matches start at 6 p.m. ROCKETS TOP COMMUNITY CHR.
OTHER RESULTS Deer Creek’s Josh Bakare intercepted a pass late in the fourth quarter to seal a 14-10 victory at Edmond Memorial for the Antlers (2-1). Story continued at www.okcfriday.com.
SOFTBALL ROUNDUP
Rockets outlast Millwood
VOLLEYBALL ROUNDUP
EDMOND MEMORIAL RALLIES PAST ANTLERS Holding a 4-1 lead after the first two innings, Deer Creek saw its advantage dwindle over the final two innings for a 6-4 loss to Edmond Memorial last Monday. Caitlyn Wells went 2-for-3 with a three-run home run in the bottom of the second inning. Terin Ritz had a double and scored twice for the Antlers. Ritz also took the pitching loss, surrendering three runs in five hits but striking out five over three innings. Story continued at www.okcfriday.com.
Mount St. Mary got a mixed bag from its two games last week, including a 3-1 victory against Community Christian and a 3-0
loss at Oklahoma Christian School. Hadley Moses led the way with 11 kills and Allie Jennings had seven aces against Community. Emilie Fidelie and Carlee Wright collected five kills each, while Fidelie added five blocks and Wright chipped in five aces. The Rockets (14-8) are set to compete at the Chisholm Trail Conference tournament this weekend.
kills and Kaitlyn Walsh with 13 digs. Casady hosts Dallas-Hockaday this Friday at 4 p.m. and competes in a triad with Tulsa NOAH and the OKC Knights on Monday at Oklahoma Christian University. Harding Prep (611), meanwhile, visits Santa Fe South on Friday and Community Christian on Monday.
CYCLONES OUTLAST DESTINY
Chargers finish 2nd at SW Covenant: Picking up three wins last weekend, Heritage Hall finished second at the Southwest Covenant Invitational after a 20 loss to the host Patriots in the championship game. The Hall earned wins over Oklahoma Christian Academy, AmberPocasset and Muskogee in early rounds. This weekend, the Chargers (10-14) compete at the Chisholm Trail Conference tournament. Story contined at www.okcfriday.com.
Aided by two players with double-digit kills, Casady outlasted Destiny Christian for a 3-2 match win last week. Jordyn Turner led the way with 15 kills and Annakate Ross added 12 kills. Ellen Shafer collected 11 digs, while Olivia Watkins chipped in five aces. The Cyclones (13-9) also cruised to a 3-0 win over Fridayland rival Harding Charter Prep, with Shafter belting a team-best 11
OTHER RESULTS
CROSS COUNTRY ROUNDUP
Antlers win titles at OK Runner With nine runners in the top 20, both Deer Creek cross country teams swept titles at the OK Runner Classic last Saturday in Norman. A.J. Antonelli paced the Antler boys with a third-place finish in the Class 5A-6A division, covering the fivekilometer course in 16 minutes, 17 seconds. Three others cracked the top 20, including Jack Reed in 10th
place, Hayden Wolfe in 16th and Drake Wagner in 17th place. Landon Harrod also scored points for Deer Creek in 26th place. Jolie Strawn finished fifth to help lead the Antler girls to a 14-point win. Mia John placed 10th, followed by Julia Reed in 12th, Cali Dorman in 14th and Zenaida Burgos in 25th place. PC North’s Mia Popchoke came in 14th place as the only Panther to crack the top 20. In the Class 2A-4A division, the Crossings
Christian girls placed eighth and Heritage Hall was just behind in 10th place. Heritage Hall’s Lale Edil led all Fridaylanders in 18th place and teammate Ella Frey crossed the line in 25th place. Crossings Christian’s Rachel Mulder came in 22nd place and Emerson Rowe followed in 35th position. Two boys cracked the top 50, including Heritage Hall’s Hayden Schraad in 42nd place and Crossings Christian’s Robbie Yarbrough in 45th place.
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Booster Please email your calendar submissions to jennifer@okcfriday.com, at least two weeks prior to event.
CALENDAR EVENTS MUSIC/THEATRE
Oct. 1 • Evening with Gershwin
The Oklahoma Community Orchestra, opens its 36th season on Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. in the Baugh Auditorium at Oklahoma Christian University, 2501 E. Memorial Rd., in Edmond. The concert, “An Evening with Gershwin”, will feature guest artist Sergio Monteiro performing Gershwin’s Piano Concerto in F. The orchestra will also perform Rhapsody in Blue along with music from An American in Paris and Porgy and Bess. Tickets are $15 at the door or $12.50 online. Children 12 and under are free. For more information, visit okorchestra.org.
Oct. 5 • The Voyage
Join Music Director Alexander Mickelthwate and the musicians of the OKCPHIL for The Voyage, a musical experience sure to ignite a range of emotions piqued by daring, tumultuous and serene sea voyages from around the world. Tickets begin at $19 with the performance at 8 p.m. at the Civic Center. For more information visit okcphil.org or okccivicenter.com. Join Mickelthwate for a concert preview talk in the Thelma Gaylord Theater, free to all ticket holders, at 7 p.m.
Oct. 6 • All About Eve
All About Eve tells the story of legend Margo Channing, a true star of the theatre. Adapted by Ivo van Hove from the 1950 film by Joseph L Mankiewicz and the play “The Wisdom of Eve” by Mary Orr. The National Theater Live version stars Gillian
Oct. 5 • Moon Observing
The Oklahoma City Astronomy Club will host a special night of moon observing on Saturday, Oct. 5, beside the Wheeler Park Ferris Wheel on S. Western just south of the Oklahoma River. The annual International Observe the Moon event begins at 7 p.m. when club members will turn their telescopes on the Moon, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune. Later in the evening, shortly after 11 p.m., the Moon will display a unique phenomenon called the Lunar X when sunlight striking the rims of two craters form a bright X for several hours. The club will also provide special moon displays and information about astronomy as a hobby. Club meetings are open to the public and held on the second Friday of each month at Science Museum Oklahoma, and the club also operates Cheddar Ranch Observatory in rural Blaine County and sponsors the annual fall Okie-Tex Star Party in the Panhandle. Visit okcastroclub.com for details and membership information. Anderson and Lily James. Captured live from the West End in London. Tickets available online at tickets. occc.edu or by phone (405) 682-7579. Show time is at 2 p.m. at the Oklahoma City Community College Visual and Performing Arts Center Theater, 7777 S. May Ave.
LUNCHEONS
Oct. 2 • MacDowell Club
The OKC MacDowell Club of Allied Arts is closing after 100 years of business. The last luncheon is on Wednesday at 11 a.m. at Quail Creek Golf and Country Club. Please contact Skeeter Hall for more information, (405) 570-2766.
Oct. 11 • Hospitality Club Lunch
Oklahoma Hospitality Club (OHC) is now accepting new members. A luncheon and style show (Chico's) are at noon at Gaillardia Country Club. Regular monthly meetings are held on the 2nd Friday of each month at noon. OHC is one of Oklahoma’s oldest organizations. Contact rbcupp1968@sbcglob-
al.net for reservations, (cost is $20).
THIS WEEKEND
Sept. 27-29 • Scissortail Park
Grand Opening events include Kings of Leon free concert Friday night, ribbon cutting, fireworks each night, food trucks, Pride of Oklahoma Marching Band, live music from various artists and the OKC Phil, yoga, Zumba, paddle boat rides, kidzone, game zone and art contest awards ceremony. Visit scissortailpark.org for a complete listing of events, and FAQs about what not to bring and where to park.
Sept. 27-29 • Music Man
Oklahoma City University will kick off its 68th season with The Music Man. OCU’s Oklahoma Opera and Music Theatre Company presents performances at 8 p.m. Sept. 27 and 28 with a 3 p.m. matinee Sept. 29, in the historic Kirkpatrick Auditorium, 2501 N. Blackwelder, at the Wanda L. Bass School of Music. Purchase tickets online at okcu.edu.
The Return of the Kings
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n June 8, 2011, 4,800 people descended on the intersection of E.K. Gaylord and 4th street for a free outdoor screening of Talihina Sky: The Story of Kings of Leon. The screening kicked off the 11th annual deadCenter Film Festival and became the largest film screening in Oklahoma history. It was also the first film I presented at deadCenter in my new role as Executive Director. Talihina Sky: the Story of Kings of Leon tells the rags to riches story of the children of a Pentecostal preacher who became the biggest rock band in the world. The title comes from Talihina, Oklahoma, where the boys were born and raised whenever they were not on the road singing backup on the revival circuit. Two years prior, Kings of Leon had won three Grammy’s for their song “Use Somebody,” including the prestigious award for Record of the Year. They followed that triumph with a huge world tour, a new album, and this surprisingly honest documentary about their challenges growing up dirt poor and managing their meteoric rise to fame and fortune. The film was Emmy nominat-
ed for Best Long Form Video. The road to acquiring the film for deadCenter started years before. In 2007, I directed my first music video for a band called Red Light Knights. Two of the band members were cousins to the members of the Kings of Leon. I was invited to go see the Kings concert at the Diamond. Ballroom in south Oklahoma City and stay for the family pot luck following the show. After that, I would see the band whenever they came to town. Fast forward to 2010, the band was now the biggest rock band in America. Brent Johnson, my best friend since high school at Heritage Hall and new deadCenter board member, discovered through a twitter post that Kings of Leon were releasing a new documentary at the Tribeca Film Festival in New York City. He bought us tickets for the next KOL show in Tulsa, arranged for backstage access, and worked his connec-
tions so we could have a conversation with the band. When the dust settled, deadCenter became the only other festival in the world to play the film. This Friday night, the Kings of Leon will return home once again to perform for the opening of the new Scissortail Park. For this show, they will be joined by another band with a strong deadCenter connection, Republican Hair. Republican Hair is led by Oklahoma City native Luke Dick, who won the 2019 Grammy for Album of the Year for co-writing Kacey Musgraves’ album Golden Hour. Luke’s autobiographical movie, Red Dog, about his mother Kim raising him while working as a stripper at the Red Dog Saloon, was both an audience and critical favorite at deadCenter this year, winning the Special Jury Prize for Best Documentary Feature. The Scissortail Park is going to reshape our downtown and redefine Oklahoma City for years to come. We are fortunate to kick-off this new era with these awesome Oklahoma bands that continue to expand and enhance the perception of Oklahomans around the world.
Send your calendar events to jennifer@okcfriday.com
Paseo merchants host Pets On Paseo As Oklahoma’s first arts district, the Paseo Arts District continues to grow with restaurants, galleries and retail. On Saturday, October 5 from 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., the Paseo merchants are celebrating the art district's adoration of their canine clientele with the inaugural Pets On Paseo, which is free and open to the public. Coinciding with the Paseo Farmers Market, this districtwide event will invite pets and their humans to a series of petfocused events such as a themed costume contest, vaccination clinic, adoption centers organized by Pet Angels, doggie makeovers and a scavenger hunt sponsored
by Wag House in Little Market Paseo. Paseo Farmers Market is a small neighborhood market held every Saturday morning at SixTwelve, just west of Paseo Street. Its hope is to provide a place where Oklahoma farmers and producers can sell their products directly to consumers, while working to educate the public and youth about the availability, environmental benefits and economical importance of local food. In an effort to be a market inclusive of all members of our community, the market accepts
SNAP and Senior Citizen benefits. Cash in for your PFM tokens at the SNAP booth. Come early on Saturday mornings for SixTwelve Community Coffee Talk hour from 8-9 a.m. Enjoy free locally-roasted coffee and conversation. Pets On Paseo is part of Shoppes on Paseo, a subsidiary of the Paseo Merchants Association that focuses on free community events celebrating the legacy of the historic district. Named by Forbes as one of America’s most transformed neighborhoods, the Paseo is a
vibrant, self-sustaining arts district, which was the first of its kind in Oklahoma City. As the catalyst for this neighborhood’s revitalization, the Paseo Arts Association established the monthly First Friday Gallery Walk, where galleries offer special exhibitions, refreshments, guest artists and a variety of live entertainment to the public. First Fridays are one of several ways the Paseo helps to bring the arts closer to the lives of its community members. For more information, call the Paseo Arts Association at (405) 525-2688 or email at amanda@thepaseo.org. Visit thepaseo.org.
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McGuinness off to a Mean Green start T he school year opened at Bishop McGuinness with the Mean Green fling for incoming freshman students. The event was held at the football stadium with hamburgers, cheering and water rides! At the same time, the Freshman Meet and Greet for parents was held at the home of David and Jenny Chansolme. It is a chance for new parents to meet each other and bring an item for the auction. • Congratulations are in order for the cast of “Legally Blonde” who include: Clare Jordan, Mallory Winfrey, Abi Miles, Ethan Silvernail, Amy Shoeken-Minden, Julia Richard, Jacob Marino, Duncan Ille, Lexi Cunningham, Catie Leonard, Elizabeth Fankhauser and Blaine Teague. The performances will be Nov. 21-23. • We had over 200 grandparents attend Grandparents Day. Our grandparents were treated to breakfast, a photo opportunity with their grandchild(en) and a special prayer service conducted by our Leadership Class. A “big Irish thank you” is also extended to everyone in the Philanthropy Department and the sophomore Leadership Class who helped make this such
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a special morning for all who attended. • Our sports programs are doing well! The volleyball team just captured the Lincoln Christian Tournament Championship over the weekend. The team finished with a 7-0 record in the tournament, defeating Coweta in the semifinal match and Regent Preparatory School in the finals. Special Congratulations is extended to Sydney Salomon, who was named to the AllTournament team and Hannah Grundy, who was named Tournament MVP! Pribil Stadium was filled to capacity as we hosted the annual Battle of the Bishops football game against Bishop Kelley. Treated to halftime performances by the Little Lassies pom squad, the Irish pom squad and the competitive cheer team, the McGuinness fans had much to celebrate! The football team did its part as well, securing a 41-14 victory and bringing the shillelagh back to the school. The softball team
At top: The volleyball team won the Lincoln Christian Tournament. Players include, from left: Bottom row, Grace Smallwood, Dylan Sokolosky, Sydney Salomon, Connor Donovan and Kirby Johnson; and top row, Ashley Fair, Ella Condon, Mary George, Maddie Edwards, Hannah Grundy, Riley Ufolla.. Above: Sydney Salomon was named to the All-Tournament Team and Hannah Grundy was named Tournament MVP.
defeated Capitol Hill and will be back at home this Friday when they host Crossings Christian School for a 4 p.m. game. Both cross country teams were off last week, but will return to action this Saturday when they travel to Norman for the OK Runner Invitational. • Once again, the Bishop McGuinness
Alumni Association will host Career Day for seniors on Oct. 16. The focus of Career Day is to acquaint the seniors with various professional career paths, as well as local businesses and community organizations. Career Day consists of four different sessions with 20 guest speakers addressing a variety of vocations.
Chargers show school spirit during Kickoff Week Juniors Tia Brown, Lilly Roberson, and Evelyn Smith take part in the annual Kickoff Week Tailgate festivities.
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eritage Hall students, faculty, and staff came together for an all-school assembly to celebrate our fall sports teams and to get Charger fans of all ages pumped up for the football season opener versus Millwood. Prior to kickoff, the Heritage Hall Alumni Association (HHAA) hosted its annual Kickoff Week Tailgate. The event included food trucks, face painting, a photo booth, and bounce houses. In honor of the School’s 50th Anniversary, alumni chorus members joined our current chorus in singing the national anthem.
School Co-Founder Maxey Reynolds performed the coin toss. Following the pregame festivities, the Chargers took to the field, eager to avenge their only loss from last season at the hands of the Falcons. Heritage Hall dominated, posting a 34-0 shutout! After the game, Jagger Ables ‘20 said, “All the players
are amped up after beating the only team we lost to last year, and doing it on own turf!” While winning is in the blood of every Charger, Phillip Smitherman ‘20, who has committed to play football for Harvard University next fall, believes there is much more to the game. “Whatever happens this season, I want to
be able to say that I did everything in my power to help my team reach our goals and to help my teammates grow on and off the field by being a good role model,” he said. “All in alI, I’m just happy to have the opportunity to play with my brothers for this last year and to make more life long memories.” Onward Chargers!
The BMCHS football team prays with Father Grover after the 4114 win.
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Mary Pointer named to Sister Cities International board Sister Cities International (SCI) appointed Mary Blankenship Pointer, Oklahoma City business leader, to the Board of Directors at the 2019 Annual Conference in Houston, Texas. “We are delighted to have Mary Blankenship Pointer join the Board of Directors and the Sister Cities International family,” said Roger-Mark De Souza, president and CEO of Sister Cities International “Mary will serve an integral part of Sis-
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ter Cities International’s leadership team, helping our vibrant network to connect to more members and partners across the
country and across the world.” Pointer has thrived in her career as a professional banker with over 25 years of banking experience, including business development commercial lending and private banking. Alongside her work in the banking industry, Mary is passionate about giving back to her community. She currently serves as on the Board of Directors of the Council of International
Neonatal Nurses, the Pioneer Library System, the Amigos Library Services, and Dove Public Charter Schools. In 2018 she was awarded the Oklahoman of the Year award in Philanthropy by the Oklahoma Magazine. “It is an honor to be appointed to the board of Sister Cities International. “In my opinion, promoting peace through mutual respect, understanding and cooperation is more important now
than any other time in recent history. I look forward to serving on the board to help achieve these goals,” Pointer said. About Sister Cities International Founded by President Dwight Founded by President Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1956, Sister Cities International serves as the national membership organization for sister city programs in nearly 500 individual member communities of sis-
ter cities, counties, and states across the United States and other nations, with relationships in over 2,000 communities in more than 140 countries. This sister city network unites tens of thousands of citizen diplomats and volunteers who work tirelessly to promote peace and understanding through programs and projects focusing on arts and culture, youth and education, business and trade and community development.
Northwest Chamber ‘Rocks this House’ at annual tasting event The Northwest Chamber invaded the Bricktown Event Center for its annual Taste of the Northwest, which this year was themed “Rock this House.” Manning Running Wild Catering’s 50s rock n’ rock table are Misty Winston and Dawn WoodTaylor. - Photos by Rose Lane
Above: Shannon and Brian Hancock enjoy the great eats, beats and treats during the Taste of the Northwest. At right: OKC Mayor David Holt with Lori and David Callahan.
Above: Kenny and Amanda Allen check out the rock n’ roll-themed raffle baskets. At left: Maleah Adery and Katie Welch rock their favorite concert t-shirts.
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Claiming a front row seat in heaven By Daris Howard Columnist I just attended the funeral of a wonderful lady who died fairly young and very unexpectedly. If I could describe her in only a few words, I would have to say that Jana was the world’s best cheerleader. It’s not that she was a cheerleader that stood on the side at games, holding pompoms and dancing to excite the crowd. She was that kind of cheerleader when she was in high school, but she was much more than that. The first time I met Jana was after we moved into our small rural community. It was summer, and the men were trying to put together a softball team. There weren’t enough to field a whole team, so even though I was new to the area, I was asked to join. I was quickly accepted by the others and enjoyed the comradery with the other men. One of those on our team was Jana’s tall, strong, teenage son. But I didn’t really meet Jana until our first game. Jana came to that game to cheer for her son. She arrived early and procured for herself the seat behind the backstop, directly behind the batter’s position. As fortune would have it, her cousin happened to be the pitcher for the opposing team. He was about 20 years older
than she was and he was also very competitive. When Jana’s son came up to bat, I quickly learned what kind of a cheerleader Jana could be. Her cousin pitched the ball and the umpire called it a strike. Jana didn’t agree. “Hey, Ump,” she called, “I have a coupon for a free eye exam that you can have. You apparently need it more than I do.” The umpire was used to her, and he didn’t even flinch except for a slight smile. The second pitch arched high through the air and then dropped in at a steep angle. “What are you trying to do with a pitch like that?” Jana hollered at her cousin. “Knock a jumbo jet out of the sky?” “Shut up, Jana!” her cousin yelled. “You shut up!” she yelled back. The umpire just ignored them both and called another strike. “Whoa! A strike?” Jana questioned. “Isn’t there something about a wet ball being against the rules? That one probably came down soggy from floating through the clouds. It had to be worse than if somebody spits all over it.” Her son hit the next ball and made it to the base. Then I was up. Jana had to ask someone who I was, but she cheered for me and yelled at her cousin in my behalf just as she had for the others on our team. It did-
n’t matter if she knew me or not. I was on her team. And after listening to her tell the umpire and her cousin off, I was glad that she was on the same side that I was. Over the years, as I grew to know Jana better, I learned what a great cheerleader she was. She always arrived early to get the best seat, and then she cheered louder than anyone. It didn’t matter if it was a state championship game for our high school or if it was the infrequent community competition of Daddy-Daughter Pig Wrestling. And each time the game was over, whether or not her team won, Jana was always the one who cheered the loudest. But what was more important in our little community was that Jana was a cheerleader for the youth. She was there to encourage and help the young people through the tough times of their lives, not just in sports. Some of my own daughters, as teenagers, knew that Jana was a lady they could count on. She was always first to arrive when someone needed a friend. So when Jana died suddenly, unexpectedly, and fairly young, I figured that she was just going early so she could claim a front-row seat, allowing her to cheer for those she loved when they finished their game.
September 27 Tyler McCall Adams Hal Balyeat, Jr. Carri Bell Oliver Berry, Jr. Robert DeGraffenreid JJ Edwards Kent Frates Logan Holtmyer Dr. Richard Homsey Shawn Humes Bill May Agnes Schreiber Mayor Becky Patterson Bond Payne Mimi Powell Elaine Thompson John Workun September 28 Cameron Collins Brooks Douglass Bill Durrett Sue D. Esco Celeste Holstein Vince Lepak Jason Leonard Mike Mackey Bill Minick Jessica Plumley Kathy Sebring John Taylor James Truss September 29 Rosemary Bachle Kathryn Blaney Sammie Bollinger Megan Caudillo Bruce Chill Kim Denny Tanner Jones Jon McLanahan Garland Nix Rick Ruffin Mary Lou Schelle Timothy Sloan Millie Steeber Bart Terrill Carla Tourtellotte
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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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Thank you Chancellor for your leadership In January 2007, when Oklahoma’s new Chancellor of Higher Education Glen D. Johnson was sworn in, OKC FRIDAY’s prediction “He’s dynamite. He’ll be one of the best we’ve ever had,” proved to be true. Johnson brought both political and higher education experience to the office. He worked well with Republicans and Democrats. Johnson completed his 14 years in the Oklahoma House of Representative by serving as Speaker of the House from 1990-1996. During this time he was a strong advocate for education funding at all levels. His tenure as president of Southeastern State University equipped him the experience to know what was needed to support Oklahoma’s 25 state colleges and universities.
The governor appoints Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education, but the governor cannot hire or fire the Chancellor. The regents make the decision. Oklahomans will always be grateful to Chancellor Johnson for setting and fund-
Jail staff remains stable under new trust authority The County and greater community seem very enthusiastic about reform at the county jail. Many are excited about a new jail administrator and the Jail Trust. Some have asked if the Sheriff’s employees quitting at very high rates is due to fear of loss of benefits as a result of the Jail Trust? Recent news articles feature the Sheriff ’s Office reporting a “significant loss of staff ” after the Trust voted to hire an outside jail operator. Data pulled from the County Clerk’s office show there is no mass exodus of jail employees as a result of the Trust’s actions. For the August pay period, (the period immediately after the Jail Trust vote), 23 employees chose to resign or retire. Over 60% of these employees had worked less than a year, with only 5 working the requisite five years for retirement vesting. These numbers are consistent with the turnover rates the Sheriff’s office typically experience, according to their report to the Jail Trust. By comparison, 33 jail employees left in April, BEFORE the Trust was even formed. We also found the Sheriff ’s Office complaints that they lack funding to pay employees enough for retention are unwarranted. For FY ’17-18, the Sheriff’s Office left over 1 mil-
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KEVIN CALVEY lion dollars of its general fund budget unused. These funds could have afforded a $2,423.94 annual raise to its 420 employees, with full retirement and health benefits. Such a raise would make detention officer pay at our jail the highest in the state According to the jail’s former employees, the real reason for staffing shortage is poor jail management. A recent News 9 report from a former DO explains that lack of training, a facility ridden with problems, and day-to-day violence are causes for workers to quit. The Jail Trust, and its jail operator will hopefully begin improving the workplace and pay for detention officers. As I have said repeatedly both in Trust and BOCC meetings, we will ensure Jail Employees retain full health benefits and retirement, and they are able to keep CLEET commissions also.
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Letter to the editor Village Animal Shelter opportunity for willing, able community Dear Editor, Regarding the September 13 front-page story about the Village animal shelter, I would like to briefly weigh in. The best possible outcome here is NOT for the Village to outsource its animal welfare responsibility
to another city. I have spoken to the Oklahoma City Animal Welfare Superintendent, and his clear preference is to mentor and coach the Village staff and citizen’s group led by Cheryl Steckler and Thomas Wolfe, rather than entering into a new contract with the Village for said services.
A contract with Oklahoma City for animal-control services should only be reserved as a last resort. Let’s give the Village a chance to manage its stray animals by leaving the responsibility — and opportunity — within this willing and able community. Nurturing humane com-
munities requires strategic planning and cooperation and, to the Village’s credit, this formula appears well on that path. Outsourcing to an already overwhelmed animal shelter is not the right move at this time. Lastly, in the same issue, thank you for the Opinion endorsement of the new
animal shelter in MAPS 4. Readers can learn more about this effort at pawsformaps4.com. PAWS stands for Project Animal Welfare Shelter. Everyone is welcome to get involved! Best personal regards, Louisa McCune
Bishop McGuinness boasts 77 students with AP Scholar awards Bishop McGuinness Catholic High School announces 77 students who received AP Scholar awards from the College Board: 31 students were named AP Scholars, 21 AP Scholars with Honor, 21 AP Scholars with Distinction, and 4 National AP Scholars for the 2019 school year. The following students were National AP Scholars (awarded to students who received an average score of at least 4 on all AP Exams taken, and scores of 4 or higher on eight or more of these exams) – Cailin Harrington ‘19, Sabrina Lopez ‘19, Hanna Newby ‘19 and Sang Nguyen ‘19. The following students were AP Scholars with Distinction (awarded to students who receive an average score of at least 3.5 on all AP Exams taken, and scores of 3 or higher on five or more of these exams) – Josephine Clark ‘19, James Clarke ‘19, Brandon Dang ‘19, Anna Doan ‘19, Michael Dwerlkotte ‘19, Madison Ernst ‘19, Cailin Harrington ‘19, Mason Heflin ‘19, Elizabeth Jantzen ’20, Miranda Jelinek ‘19, Michael Kincaid ‘19, Sabrina Lopez ‘19, Annika Lunsford ‘20, Emma Mossauer ’20, Hanna Newby ‘19, Sang Nguyen ‘19, Mollie Pitman ‘19, Roshan Raj ‘19, Sean Rieger ‘19, Stanley Rupert ‘19 and Luke Schwartz
In addition, more unique courses — Art History, Environmental Science, Computer Science Principles, and Macroeconomics and
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‘19. The following students were AP Scholars with Honor (awarded to students who received an average score of at least 3.25 on all AP Exams taken, and scores of 3 or higher on four or more of these exams) – Clare Barr ‘20, Isabella Bice ‘19, Brooks Coats ‘20, Ford Collier ‘20, Elizabeth Fankhauser ‘20, Dane Farris ‘20, Michael Feighny ‘19, Ellie Franks ‘20, Jewel Gander, ‘20, Alexandra Haworth ‘20, Thomas Hosty ‘20, Duncan Ille ‘20, Charles Maxwell ‘20, Danielle Nguyen ‘20, Harriet Oglseby ‘19, Abby Pace ‘20, Matthew Popielec ‘19, Lizbeth Romero ‘20, Nicholas Shivers ‘19, Scot Sigler ‘20, Sophia Silovsky ‘20. The following students were AP Scholars (awarded to students who received scores of 3 or higher on three or more AP Exams) – Derek Abeln ‘19, Luke Bannister ‘20, Lily Barlow ‘19, Grayson Brown ‘20, Samuel Brown ‘19, Lucas Cook ‘19, Callaway Crenshaw ‘20, Dawson Danner ‘20, Taylor Due ‘20, Annemarie Edmonds ’20, Katelyn Fitzgerald
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‘20, Emiline Henderson ‘20, Max Kriegel ‘20, Lydia Lytle ‘20, Jacob Marino ‘20, Madeline McClurg ‘20, Xuan-Nhi Nguyen ‘19, Joshua Northrup ‘20, Jude Offiah ‘19, Olivia Ortega ‘20, Katelyn Pierce ‘19, William Roten ‘19, Alejandro Santana ‘19, Ethan Silvernail ‘20, Jacob Strickler ‘20, Christopher Tran ‘19, Jack Turk ‘20, Dennis Velasco ‘20, Vivienne Vogler ‘19, Brooke West ‘20 and Emiley White ‘20. In 2019 a record 263 Bishop McGuinness students took at least one AP exam with a total of 478 tests administered. The overall pass rate was 73 percent, compared to the state average of 51 percent. Seventy-
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seven percent of the students in the class of 2019 took at least one AP class during their time at Bishop McGuinness. The AP program at Bishop McGuinness continues to grow and currently offers 21 courses taught by experienced instructors each with an average of 17 years in the classroom, and many have experience teaching in the college classroom. The most studied AP courses — U.S. History, U.S. Government, World History, and English Language — offer multiple sections with approximately 50 percent of the students electing to take the courses, with pass rates exceeding 75 percent.
Microeconomics — give options for all students to ensure they have the preparation they require for postsecondary studies.
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‘Inspired by Nature’ Kindt Steven Myers, photographer Karen Delaney and Lance McDaniel with one of Delaney’s photographs which was featured in the “Inspired by Nature” art show.
The paintings of Margaret Hoge and the photgraphs of Karen Delaney were featured during a show at the In Your Eye Studio and Gallery (next to Picasso Café) in the Paseo. The show was entitled “Inspired by Nature.” From left: artist gallery owner Margaret Hoge, artist gallery owner Theresa Hurt and guest artist Karen Delaney.
Packs are back at OKC MOA Visitors to the Oklahoma City Museum of Art will notice a new look to the familiar kids Discovery Packs. Complete with new bags and new activities, the packs will also offer a booster pack option for kids with autism and sensory sensitivities. Additionally, the museum’s beloved Dropin Art program will return on the first and third Saturdays of the month from 1-4 p.m. beginning Nov. 2. OKCMOA has two Discovery Packs available free to pick up anytime the museum is open; one designed for kids ages 2-5 and one designed for ages 6+. The museum is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday.
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(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, September 27, 2019; Friday, October 4, 2019) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA
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AUCTION IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF WILLA J. NERO, Deceased.
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COMBINED NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE OF HEARING ON PETITION FOR SUMMARY ADMINISTRATION, FINAL ACCOUNTING, DETERMINATION OF HEIRSHIP, DISTRIBUTION AND DISCHARGE To: All persons interested in the Estate of Willa J. Nero, Deceased YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that on the 13th day of September, 2019, Anthony P. Rhone (“Petitioner”), a resident of Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, filed in the District Court of Oklahoma County, a Petition for Summary Administration of the above-referenced Estate pursuant to 58 O.S. § 245-46, in which Petitioner alleges and states that Willa J. Nero died on June 7, 2019 as a resident of Oklahoma County, Oklahoma; that at the time of her death, the Decedent was 77 years old; Petitioner has diligently searched for and failed to find a will belonging to the Decedent and that said Decedent died intestate; that the probable value of the Decedent’s estate is less than $200,000.00; and that the names and addresses of the heirs of Willa J. Nero, Deceased, are as follows: Name Anthony P. Rhone Dionne Moreland Felicia Nero-Berryhill
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NOTICE BY PUBLICATION THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA TO THE ABOVE NAMED RESPONDENT: Ledale Levonne Mills GREETINGS: You will take notice that you have been sued in the above names Court by the above petitioner, for a Dissolution of Marriage on the grounds of incompatibility and that unless you answer the petition filed by the petitioner in said Court on or before the 11 day of November, 2019, said Petition will be taken as true and judgement granting to the petitioner a Dissolution of Marriage, annulling, canceling, setting aside and holding for naught the marriage contract with you and for other relief and orders rendered according to the prayer thereof. WITNESS my hand and the seal of said Court this __ day of ___, 2019. /s/ Augustina L. Gainey /s/ J. Mills Petitoner Notary/Deputy
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SUBSCRIBER AND SWORN to before me this 13th day of August, 2019. (SEAL) Notary: /s/Augustina L. Gainey My commission expires: 07/18/20 Commission Number: 08007216
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(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, September 27, 2019; Friday, October 4, 2019; Friday, October 11, 2019) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA Case No. FD-2019-2493 IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF: Damien Earl Laster, Petitioner, and Jill Hannah Kilcullen, Respondent.
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NOTICE BY PUBLICATION THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA TO THE ABOVE NAMED RESPONDENT: Jill Hannah Kilcullen GREETINGS: You will take notice that you have been sued in the above names Court by the above petitioner, for a Dissolution of Marriage on the grounds of incompatibility and that unless you answer the petition filed by the petitioner in said Court on or before the 5 day of November, 2019, said Petition will be taken as true and judgement granting to the petitioner a Dissolution of Marriage, annulling, canceling, setting aside and holding for naught the marriage contract with you and for other relief and orders rendered according to the prayer thereof. WITNESS my hand and the seal of said Court this 18 day of September, 2019. /s/ Damien Laster /s/Elizabeth Warne Petitioner Deputy (SEAL)
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Fall Fashion
our local experts say . . . Naifeh Fine Jewelry Kokopel li - Karen Marquis - Valerie Naifeh Mixing prints and fabrics — for This year’s fall jewelry trends feature gorgeous statement pieces that take any look to the next level. Statement chandelier earrings are gracing the runway, and the 22-karat yellow gold earrings adorned with 0.96cts. of diamonds are the perfect day-to-night look! Colorful gemstones combined in unexpected hues are timeless and onpoint for any occasion. The ring by Robert Procop features an unheated 10.22ct. lavender, color-change sapphire surrounded by a halo of light pink and blue sapphires and diamonds. If you wear a statement bracelet, there’s little need for anything else! Todd Reed, Peter Schmidt and Lika Behar love to mix metals and finishes, sometimes adding in bold and playful gemstone combinations.
example a silk floral print top with a velvet sleeve or an oversized chunky sweater over a slip dress or super feminine maxi skirt! Huge trends this year are faux fur cozy coats in pops of fun colors, zebra stripes and spotted animal prints, knit maxi dresses, jumpsuits, and basics! Favorite jeans paired with a simple white tee or solid turtle neck, but adding a really fun statement jacket! We are loving these colors -rosewood, marigold, sapphire blue and true fall colors like ginger and clay and spice!
Borgata - David Hayton A manicure that lasts a full two
weeks can sometimes seem like a miracle. Dip powder nails are somewhere between a regular manicure and an acrylic nail. Instead of using UV rays to seal in your polish, the color comes from a pigmented powder. Between base coats and a sealant, you dip your nails into a little jar of your chosen color for a manicure that could last three to four weeks. The trend isn’t exactly new per se—it’s actually been around for years—but social media is quickly popularizing the process and helping it stage a comeback. Borgata Salon offers this great service and more.
Balliets Samia Harroz Pair a blazer with
Flutters Lash + Spa Hei di Kirk Time to shed summer sun damage with Image Skincare! Dermaplan with a Skin Peel, series of 3 or 6 peels, will target spots, acne and wrinkles. And boost healthy, glowing skin. (if it’s not too much) ........Take advantage of our Fall Dermaplan/Peel specials! Lash Extensions reduce getting ready time since they already look like mascara on the eyes but better. Classic Lash Extensions are the most natural look. Volume Lash Extensions are 3 – 6 times more, for a dramatic look. Properly applied Lash Extensions will not hurt or itch and never damage natural lashes.
sneakers and a high waisted jean or throw it on with a pleated skirt. Reach for anything Python in apparel, footwear or handbags. A statement making coat is still the best way to express your style. Brights and neons are huge this season and can be toned down with camels and greys.
Kri sta Annes - Krista Anne Fall is looking spectacular with a
rich palette of colors, textures and styles! Animal prints take the lead, especially leopard and python (a trend we will continue to see into spring). For solid colors, it’s all about the contrast of light and dark. Jewel tones are perennial: sapphire, emerald, ruby, amethyst and topaz. Mustards and golden tones are also strong. Textures making statements include fur-both faux and real, satin, velvet, burnout velvet and quilting. Styles to watch for are jackets -particularly blazer and bomber styles, higher-waisted pants with either wide or
skinny legs and not much in between. Wraps and scarves with and without fur, belts and shoes in solids, metallics and animal prints.
Cindi Shelby - WORTH New York As always there’s many top Fall
fashion trends, even decades to embrace! Whether it’s a little bohemian fringe and earth tones from the 70s, to over the top glamour from the 80s with lots of sparkle and shine, to the grunge and also stark minimalism of the 90s. There is something for everyone & every mood! I think fashion should be fun, so some of my favorite looks are all about glamour & amazing fabrics. Loving the plethora of beautiful blouses in amazing colors and fabrics, dressed up or dressed down with flare jeans! Also, it’s fantastic to see power suiting back with sharp shoulders in gorgeous glen plaids & tweeds, very Saville Row & uber flattering. Lots of yummy velvet, leather & faux fur and it’s absolutely incredible what they’ve done with these materials! Statement coats are huge, from puffers to faux mink jackets to classic trench coats. If you want an instant outfit update, fling a faux fur stole around your neck and voila, you’re right on trend! Happy Fall!
CK & Co. - Jane Childress This fall is all about monochrome, minimalism and the power suit. Camel is the neutral of the season and perfect for the monochromatic trend that is effortless and sophisticated. It’s all about mixing variations of color with different textures. Minimalist fashion isn’t just a
passing trend, it is here to stay. You can never go wrong with a classic pair of jeans, t-shirt, blazer and boots. With devotion to detail, you will find timeless pieces that are designed to last. A matching suit is always a classic, but becomes a statement in an unexpected bright color. Keep it tailored but relaxed, with soft fabrics and loose fits. Polish your look with a belt bag and geometric jewelry. Remember, it’s important to look as good as you feel!
Sooo Lil y - Lil y Stone Go bold for Fall. Try my new ‘Brigitte’ lip. A deep matte warm red. Brows are full and face is luminous. For that 70s revival look, opt for a nude pink lip color such as ‘Hollywood’.
Try mesh lace socks with booties and heels
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