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Kevin Durant and the Oklahoma City Thunder are doing what they can to help. Both the team and its star player on Tuesday stepped up and donated $1 million apiece to assist with disaster relief efforts in the aftermath of this week’s tornadoes that blew through parts of the state. Durant, a day after encouraging his fans to make $10 donations to the American Red Cross, anonymously pledged a $1 million matching gift to the organization through his charity, the Kevin Durant Family Foundation. Red Cross of Oklahoma announced Durant’s pledge on the social networking website Twitter. “It’s devastating,” Durant told reporters in Minneapolis, where he watched the WNBA’s Minnesota Lynx and childhood friend Monica Wright. “Natural disasters are something we can’t control at all. To have it hit so close to home — I call Oklahoma City my home now — it’s tough to go through. But we’re a city that comes to-

gether. We’ll bounce back from this. It’s tough right now but the sun is going to shine soon. We’ve just got to stick together.” Durant is scheduled to join the American Red Cross on Wednesday to tour the devastation left by Monday’s tornado that ripped through Moore. Durant said he was moved to assist in efforts after watching footage of the damaged areas. “God told me to do something to help these families out and that’s the first thing I thought of,” Durant said of his donation. “I’m just tying to do anything I can to help. It’s such a tough situation. Some of those things you can’t get back. But I just try and help the families out as much as I can.” Durant said he also will attempt to visit children who are hospitalized because of injuries caused by the tornado. “Tornadoes come through Oklahoma City all the time,” Durant said.

“Sometimes it’s kind of like routine. I thought it was a small one because the small ones do hit in Oklahoma City around this time. But as the day went on (Monday), I saw the footage and the casualties, the houses being blown away. It was tough to see.” Shortly after news of Durant’s donation spread, the Thunder and the Thunder Cares Foundation announced a joint donation of $1 million to benefit the local chapters of the American Red Cross and the Salvation Army as well. The joint donation also will aid other disaster relief organizations to assist in efforts for those affected by the tornado outbreaks in central Oklahoma. All funds will be used to give direct and immediate support for those in need, covering essentials such as food, water and shelter in the days and weeks to come. “Our hearts go out to all those affected by the devastation that has occurred within our community this week,” Thunder chairman Clay Bennett said in a statement. “We are focusing Thunder resources to help where we can in the relief efforts and to support the organizations that

are on the ground assisting those affected by this week’s storms. “Even with so much loss, the strength and resiliency of this community have once again been on display, and we will continue to work together as our community and state recover from this disaster.” Thunder center Kendrick Perkins also chipped in Tuesday, teaming up with his wife, Vanity, and Anthony David Platinum, a local salon, to accept donations for victims. The NBA and NBA players association on Tuesday afternoon also announced a $1 million contribution to support relief efforts in response to the tornado destruction. Various other players and team personnel of the Thunder, WNBA’s Tulsa Shock and the NBA D-League’s Tulsa 66ers also plan to continue to provide local support by assisting in on-theground relief efforts. “I call Oklahoma City my home,” Durant said. “I love the state. I love Oklahoma City. I go through Moore all the time. It’s unfortunate, but we’re going to come together as a city like we always do and we’re going to bounce back.”

Social media used to warn, find information BY MATTHEW PRICE

and where to send donations. The platform was beneficial to us because we were able to respond to them and answer their questions and concerns. We were able to spread information quickly and boost recovery efforts.” OPUBCO’s director of audience engagement, Jay Spear, said social media provides utility for the public. “Social media gives people a sense that they can do something,” Spear said. Gibson created a Moore Tornado Lost and Found page on Facebook (www. facebook.com/Moore TornadoLostAndFound) to allow people to connect with loved ones after the tornado. This was one of several ways people used social media to connect; whether posts were written by media or not, good ideas and information were shared. “People have since created hashtags (words grouped behind a # sign) on Twitter to talk to one another about missing people, pets, photos and documents,” Gibson said. “Without social media, this wouldn’t be possible.”

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One major difference in Oklahomans’ lives since the May 3, 1999, tornado has been the near-omnipresence of social media. In a 2012 survey from the American Red Cross, 40 percent of people said they would use social media to let friends know they were safe. According to the same report, 76 percent of dedicated social users during emergencies turn to social media for information about friends and family. These users are likely to take a safety or preparedness action based on the information they see in their social networks, the report said. Three out of four of these users said they’ve contacted friends and family to see if they were safe. More than a third said social information has motivated them to gather supplies or seek shelter. “Social media has become a way to get alerts out quickly, share information and communicate with people you may have never met before,” said NewsOK Web editor Tiffany Gibson.

Our reporters and editors will be working diligently throughout the week to bring you coverage of the deadly tornado in Moore. We’ve put together a Twitter list that you can go to and follow our coverage: The Oklahoman @TheOklahoman NewsOK.com @NewsOK Robert Medley @rmedleyokc Tiffany Gibson @Tiffanyg89 Dave Morris @_davemorris Jenni Carlson @JenniCarlson_OK Juliana Keeping @julianakeeping Jaclyn Cosgrove @jaclyncosgrove Zeke Campfield @ZekeCampfield

“On Monday, many people were watching the storm unfold on Twitter, retweeting screenshots of the tornado and alerts from the National Weather Service Norman Forecast office. Others were also snapping photos and video, documenting the storm and sharing it with their friends.”

LeighAnne Manwarren @leighannem1 Carrie Coppernoll @carriejacobs Nolan Clay @nolan50ok Andrew Knittle @AndrewKnittle William Crum @WILLIAMCRUM Jay F. Marks @OKenergybeat Don Mecoy @Mecoy Silas Allen @SilasAllen1 Adam Kemp @Adam_WK Don Gammill @KnowItOK

People also turn to social media to find out how to help. A NewsOK story on how to help and how to get help has been shared nearly 6,500 times on Facebook and 2,500 times on Twitter. “After the storm hit, the recovery effort sprung up on Twitter,” Gibson said. “People began tweeting about how to help victims

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‘ONE DAY AT A TIME’

Search and rescue workers gather Tuesday in a neighborhood just west of Telephone Road in Moore. A tornado hit the area on Monday. BY RANDY ELLIS Staff Writer rellis@opubco.com

MOORE — Fifth-grader Lauryn Fugate remembers people piling on top of her and “seeing stuff flying” Monday as the tornado hit Plaza Towers Elementary School, where seven children were killed. “I laid down as fast as I could and everything was falling on me,” she said. Such tales of terror — and ones of heroism — emerged Tuesday as rescued children told their stories. Lauryn described the unforgettable image of one firefighter who arrived quickly after the tornado and began helping students out of the rubble. The firefighter turned — revealing a big gash in his head. “I will never forget that out of my brain — ever,” she said. Lauryn, 11, was among the lucky ones.

24 confirmed dead Oklahoma Chief Medical Examiner Eric Pfeifer said he believes seven Plaza Towers Elementary students were among nine children killed in Monday’s tornado that devastated Moore and south Oklahoma City. Funeral homes Tuesday released the names of two of the Plaza Towers child victims, Antonia Lee Candelaria, 9, and Kyle Steven Davis, 8. Pfeifer placed the confirmed death toll at 24, saying the total could increase, “but I don’t expect many more.” “They are typical, very extensive blunt force injuries. These storms just have energy … bigger than a bomb blast and so the injuries are as you would expect from something like that,” he said. The death toll had been put at 51 Monday, but was corrected downward Tuesday. Four of the confirmed fatalities were from south Oklahoma City and 20 were from Moore, an Oklahoma City official said. Gov. Mary Fallin said at noon Tuesday that at least 237 people were injured and sought medical treatment at local hospitals. Four individuals were struck by vehicles or other large objects, 85 were struck by other objects and 148 sustained cuts or pierces. It was unclear Tuesday how many people authorities thought were still missing.

Drama, heroics Moore Fire Chief Gary Bird said rescue workers didn’t expect to find any more children or bodies at Plaza Towers Elementary School, 852 SW 11, but vowed workers would continue looking there until every piece of debris had been examined. Lauryn said Plaza Towers teacher Kimberly Martinez probably saved many students’ lives by taking control in a school hallway after the third tornado warning sounded. The teacher yelled, “Everybody get in the bathroom. It doesn’t matter what gender you are. Lay down. If not, you are going to die,” said Lauryn. Lauryn said she began climbing out of the rubble after the tornado passed and the first thing she heard was “screaming and people yelling, ‘He’s bleeding, he’s bleeding.’ ” “None of us knew who was bleeding,” she said. Lauryn’s mother, Karen Blevins, said she tried to get into the school to get her daughter out about 10 minutes before the tornado hit, but discovered the school was on lockdown and she couldn’t enter. Mother and daughter were reunited later outside a friend’s home. Their home was destroyed. Plaza Towers sixth-grader Antonio Clark told another dramatic story.

Antonia Lee Candelaria, 9

Kyle Steven Davis, 8

Antonio, 12, said a teacher took him and as many other youngsters as possible and shoved them into the three-stall boys’ restroom. “We were all piled in on each other,” he said, adding that another teacher wrapped her arms around two students and held Antonio’s hand. Antonio said 20 seconds later he heard a roar that sounded like a stampede of elephants and his ears popped. Soon it was all over and students began climbing out of the carnage. “Everybody was crying,” Antonio said. “I was crying because I didn’t know if my family was OK.” Relief came when his father rode up on a mountain bike, yelling his name. In an interview from her hospital bed, Plaza Towers Elementary School teacher Jennifer Doan said she put her arms around two students as the tornado hit. She said she was trapped in the rubble and tried to reassure one boy next to her while they waited for rescuers. “I was just telling him to keep calm and that they would come and he just kept telling me that he couldn’t breathe and he didn’t want to die,” she told CBS Evening News. “I don’t know how long we were stuck and somebody finally came and ... dug some stuff from right above my head. And they reached their hand down for me.” Doan, 30, suffered a fractured spine, fractured sternum and lacerations to her left hand and left arm, longtime boyfriend Nyle Rogers told The Oklahoman. He considers the third-grade teacher, who is pregnant, a hero. “Absolutely,” he said. “Without a question.”

Children ‘surprisingly calm’ Amber Harris, 31, said she rushed to Plaza Towers several minutes before the tornado struck and was able to get her children out. Harris said she gathered up 10 children and took them to a storm shelter. Five of the children were her own, three were her foster children and two were children of her best friend. “I told the kids before we got out that we’re a strong family and if we lose our home, we’re going to make it,” Harris said. Harris said her home was badly damaged. “Right now, I’m devastated. It’s just so much to take in — trying to be strong for my family,” she said. “Our kids will be pretty hurt by the time they realize what’s going on. We have to deal with it one day at a time.” At Briarwood Elementary School, second-grade teacher Annette Brown was with schoolchildren in the restroom and hallways for about 20 minutes Monday before the tornado struck and the ceiling collapsed, pinning them to the ground. Metal beams and cinder blocks crushed her. She held the hand of her son — a student at the school — the whole time, despite losing feeling in her arms. She said her thoughts were on the children and keeping them calm. “I thought we were going to die,” Brown said. She said the children were “surprisingly calm.” First responders

pulled them from the rubble of the school, which is also in the Moore school district. “I’m just thankful that we made it,” she said. “We had guardian angels for sure. There’s no way we could’ve made it without guardian angels.” Search and rescue teams were combing through the massive tornado debris field for second and third times Tuesday as they continued to search for victims and survivors in Moore and south Oklahoma City. “It is hard to look at,” Gov. Fallin said of the debris zone that was 17 miles long and nearly 2 miles wide in places.

‘Just sticks and bricks’ The National Weather Service upgraded the tornado to an EF5 Tuesday, saying it packed winds of 200210 mph during a portion of its route. “There’s just sticks and bricks, basically,” Fallin said of the splintered boards, broken bricks and twisted metal that once made up neighborhoods, businesses and cars. The portion of south Oklahoma City that was struck was about eight square miles — much smaller than the area in Moore. By Tuesday morning, officials had completed primary and secondary search-and-rescue sweeps of south Oklahoma City and police began letting residents return to their homes so they could see what remained. Moore rescue workers faced a much larger task and continued to keep residents out of the devastated area while they searched for victims. Bird, the fire chief, said search and rescue teams were working to complete at least three sweeps of damaged homes and structures. Tornado victims in need of assistance were urged to call the Federal Emergency Management Agency at (800) 621-3362, or go to a new website set up by the governor at okstrong.ok.gov. Emergency Medical Services Authority ambulances took numerous victims to hospitals Monday, spokeswoman Lara O’Leary said. “They took them to the hospital and then came back to pick up some more,” O’Leary said. “It took many hours. Some of our paramedics walked to get closer. It was an amazing effort from a lot of people.” Sadly, some children in Moore who could not be saved were brought to paramedics, she said. O’Leary said 48 ambulances were used during the rescue efforts. OU Medical Center and The Children’s Hospital at OU Medical Center are reporting 85 patients admitted; 50 of them are children. Their conditions ranged from minor injuries to critical. At the three metro St. Anthony hospitals, 36 patients were treated and released. Three patients were transferred to OU Medical Center and Children’s Hospital. Integris Health Southwest Medical Center reported treating 92 patients and said 20 had been admitted. Ten of the victims were in critical condition and 10 were listed as serious. Five children were treated and released. A 65-year-old man died Tuesday when he was running to a shelter and hit his head, said Brooke Cayot, Integris Health spokeswoman. There were 100 people treated at Norman Regional Hospital and the HealthPlex Hospital. Twenty people were admitted to the hospital, 11 males and 9 females. Ages ranged from 15 to 18. The hospitals listed more injured people than the governor and state emergency management officials. The reason for the discrepancy was unclear. CONTRIBUTING: STAFF WRITERS NOLAN CLAY, LEIGHANNE MANWARREN, ADAM KEMP, DIANA BALDWIN, HANNAH ROBINSON, MATT PATTERSON AND THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

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A displaced dog stands in a crate at Home Depot in Moore, where volunteers were working to take pets to the Oklahoma City Animal Shelter on Tuesday. PHOTO BY STEVE SISNEY, THE OKLAHOMAN

Services available for lost, found pets BY JONATHAN SUTTON Staff Writer jsutton@opubco.com

Shelters in Moore and Oklahoma City are taking in lost pets and trying to reconnect them with their owners. Anyone looking for a pet can go to www.okc lostpets.com to post a notice describing the animal and where it was last seen. Those who have found animals among the wreckage also can post notices on the website to notify the owners. As of Tuesday afternoon, the site had nearly 100 postings of found pets and 140 posts seeking pets. Christy Counts, president of the Central Oklahoma Humane Society, said the website is the first place people should look for lost pets. Animals have been taken to several metro shelters, and a temporary shelter has been set up at the Cleveland County Fair Grounds, 615 E Robinson St., in Norman. Many of the animals originally were dropped off at the Moore Home Depot, 650 SW 19. Volunteers set up a makeshift shelter inside the store just hours after the storm hit Monday

afternoon. The store sits south of one of the most devastated areas of Moore, but sustained little damage. Oklahoma City veterinarian Vance Campbell was treating animals at the store Tuesday afternoon and said they had as many as 50 pets at one time. Campbell said they had reunited a number of pets with their owners Tuesday, but plenty of pets still were looking for their friends. Jeremy Willoughby was at Home Depot looking for his dog, Penny. He left his house shortly before the storm to pick up his son from Plaza Towers Elementary School. After riding out the storm at the Warren Theatre, Willoughby said he hasn’t been able to get back to his house. “I don’t know if it’s is there right now. I don’t know,” he said. Counts said she expects to have about 100 animals by Wednesday at the Oklahoma City Animal Shelter, 2811 SE 29. All the animals pictures will be placed on the website. Gayla Sesher, supervisor of the Moore Animal Shelter, said they have treated more than 50 animals since Monday afternoon.

MORE INFORMATION People looking for lost pets or wanting to post a notice for a found pet can visit okclostpets.com. Shelters in the Oklahoma City and Moore areas where pets are being taken and cared for: I Oklahoma City Animal Shelter 2811 SE 29, Oklahoma City, 602-0064 I Animal Resource Center 7941 S Interstate 35 Service Road, Oklahoma City, 6042892 I Temporary shelter at Cleveland County Fairgrounds 615 E Robinson St., Norman, 360-4721 I Moore Animal Shelter 3900 S Interstate 35 Service Road, Oklahoma City, 7935190 I Temporary shelter at Moore Home Depot 650 SW 19, Moore, 895-6064

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Man finds haven in doomed school BY NOLAN CLAY Staff Writer nclay@opubco.com

MOORE — James Rushing works nights for UPS, so he was sleeping Monday afternoon as the massive tornado barreled toward his home, directly across the street from Plaza Towers Elementary School. Fortunately for him, he awoke to the sound of hail hitting his roof. Walking outside, he looked to the southwest. “I could see houses being destroyed,” he recalled Tuesday. “I immediately took off running to the school and … as soon as I got in … the roof just ripped right off. “I was in a bathroom with a bunch of kids, and we were just all covered in debris. It was just so fast. I mean I got into that bathroom and was being hit with debris. And, just like nothing, it was over. And then you look up, there’s no roof. And then you look out the door of the bathroom, the front of the school is completely gone.” Rushing, 36, and his wife, Kristy, 35, have five

James Rushing

foster children. One, Aiden, 5, was inside the school when the tornado hit. James Rushing found the boy in the parking lot. He said Aiden was shook up. The couple’s home of almost 15 years, at 853 SW 11, was gone. All they were able to salvage Monday were some pictures. Kristy Rushing drove home Monday as fast as she could, afraid that her husband and foster son were dead. “At least everybody’s alive in my family, but some of my neighbors lost their kids,” she said in tears. “It’s just terrible.” Parents walked up and

down the street screaming for their children, she said. She recalled one man screaming, “Where’s my wife? She’s a teacher there. Has anybody seen her?” “It’s horrible,” Kristy Rushing said. Later, she saw two covered bodies being removed from the back of the school. For now, the Rushings are staying with relatives. “It’s crazy when you wake up and you don’t have any clothes, you don’t have any shoes, you don’t have your toothpaste, you don’t have nothing,” Kristy Rushing said. “We don’t even know what we’re supposed to do.” At the school Tuesday, the search for bodies continued. “They will not declare that structure cleared until they have been down to the ground and been through every piece of rubble in that building,” Moore Fire Chief Gary Bird said at a midday news conference. He said he didn’t expect any more bodies would be found at the school, but added, “I cannot guarantee that.”

Moore woman, her family, others given shelter at OU BY SILAS ALLEN Staff Writer sallen@opubco.com

NORMAN — Ninia Lay spent more than two hours Monday under a pile of rubble that used to be her home, struggling to breathe and praying she would survive. By Tuesday afternoon, she had access to hot meals, dry clothing and a roof over her head — even if it wasn’t her own roof. Lay, 48, was one of about 160 people who had taken refuge by Tuesday afternoon at the University of Oklahoma after being displaced by the tornado that swept through Moore. OU President David Boren announced Monday the university would open its dorms and campus apartments to anyone who needed a place to stay, along with meals and other services on campus. Lay was at her home near Warren Theatre when the storm came. She wrapped herself in a heavy blanket and climbed into an interior closet. After the house caved in, she could barely find room to breathe. But as she moved pieces of debris aside, she noticed an opening in the wreckage. She pushed herself toward it. Now she could breathe, but still couldn’t pull herself to freedom. Lay screamed for more than two hours, hoping someone would hear. Finally, she heard noise coming from above. So she kept screaming, louder this time. After searchers pulled her from the wreckage, she and her daughter, a first-grader who survived the destruction at Plaza Towers Elementary, were treated for cuts and bruises at Norman Regional Hospital. Lay, her husband and her daughter plan to be at OU for a few days before going to stay with relatives while their insurance claim is processed. Susan Sasso, associate vice president for student affairs, said the university ex-

pected to take in more than 200 disaster relief workers Tuesday evening, on top of the roughly 160 displaced residents who had taken shelter by Tuesday afternoon. “Our range of residents is everything from a 6-month-old baby to a Saint Bernard,” Sasso said. OU’s spring semester wrapped up this month, meaning most on-campus housing was empty. The timing of the storm gave the university a unique opportunity to help, Sasso said — an opportunity it didn’t have after the tornado on May 3, 1999, when classes were still in session and the dorms were full. The university offered hot meals at Couch Restaurants and kept the cafeteria open all day to serve as a common area. Faculty and students from the music and drama departments volunteered to play music in the cafeteria, and staff members handed out dry clothes and other items such as umbrellas. Football coach Bob Stoops stopped by to sign autographs and have his photo taken. The university set up a free store in Walker Center where residents could find dry clothes, toiletries and other donated items. The store is staffed by student volunteers, many of whom returned to Norman after the storm to help with relief efforts. The university will continue to collect donations, and those that aren’t used will be donated to the Red Cross. Moore resident Brandi Battocchio was looking for clothes for 10 family members displaced from their homes. She lives near Briarwood Elementary, which was destroyed, and rode out the tornado with five family members in a closet. After the tornado leveled her home, Battocchio climbed out and helped pull survivors from the school, she said. To register for OU’s emergency housing, call 325-2511. To volunteer, go to leadandvolunteer.ou.edu.

Area groups offer survivors help BY JACLYN COSGROVE Staff Writer jcosgrove@opubco.com

MOORE — Daisy and Lawrence Dickens remember the near misses. There was the tornado that went around their house but didn’t do anything. Then there was the one that destroyed a manufactured-home park behind their home. That one took off the shingles from their house. “This time, it really got us,” Daisy Dickens said. The couple sat at the American Red Cross shelter at St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church on Tuesday, recounting the EF5 tornado that destroyed their home Monday afternoon. The Red Cross has four shelters open in Oklahoma for tornado survivors. Area churches also have open shelters in the Moore area,

which were far from full Tuesday. They were among a handful of people who had sought help at St. Andrew’s. They have lived in Moore since 1959. They’ve been married 62 years. And they still like each other. “At times,” Daisy Dickens said, laughing. Their house, two blocks from Plaza Towers Elementary School, is heavily damaged. But they consider themselves fortunate, for things like their clothes and family photographs were left largely untouched by the storm. Throughout the Dickens’ home, there are random things the tornado left untouched. “Believe it or not, there are china cabinets that are in there, and everything is just fine,” Daisy Dickens said. Local churches have offered to serve as shelters

and donation drop-off locations as well. Volunteers at Graceway Baptist Church at 1100 SW 104 in Oklahoma City were working Tuesday to collect bottled water, batteries, heavy work gloves, hand sanitizer, ready-to-eat nonperishable meals, sports drinks and flashlights. Graceway church will donate what it collects to the relief effort. Greg Keenen, Graceway pastor, said not many people had come by the church seeking shelter. He said people with home insurance are likely staying in hotels and don’t need to stay overnight at the church. During the relief effort after the May 3, 1999, tornado, people from across the country came to the church to help. And just like in 1999, Graceway will keep the doors open as long as it needs to.

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WEDNESDAY, MAY 22, 2013

Mom, baby die seeking refuge at store BY ZEKE CAMPFIELD Staff Writer zcampfield@opubco.com

MOORE — Megan Billingsley Futrell sought refuge in a corner store where she thought she and her newborn son would be safe from Monday’s tornado. They weren’t. A relative on Tuesday remembered the 29-year-old Moore woman as a doting mother with a warm smile. “She was my sister I never had,” said Amy Pulliam, a cousin who fought back tears while paying respects from outside a destroyed 7-Eleven near SW 4 and Telephone Road. Futrell and her 3-month-old son, Case, died Monday after the roof collapsed on the store where they were riding out the storm in a walk-in cooler. Just minutes before, she’d retrieved her son from a baby sitter a few blocks away. She parked and ran inside the store when it was clear the two could not outrun the tornado. On Tuesday, all that remained of the 7-Eleven — an anchor in an established neighborhood of working-class families, many with young children — was a concrete pad, scattered merchandise and remnants of plastic shelving. “It’s hard, it’s hard, it’s hard. But there’s nothing you can do now,” Pulliam said. A mother of two, Futrell’s devotion to her family is evident on her Facebook page, where the only public photos are those of her children. On Pinterest, she celebrates the science projects of her oldest son, Kanon, and lists dozens of her favorite family recipes. She was an active member of the Little League association where Kanon, 8, plays baseball. Her husband, Cody, told her to seek shelter inside the store, Pulliam said. Tuesday, he was overcome with grief.

This crumbled 7-Eleven in Moore is the place where a mother and her infant son died Monday when a tornado wiped out the store and adjacent neighborhood. PHOTO BY SARAH PHIPPS, THE OKLAHOMAN

“As soon as the tornado went over, he just took off running,” she said. “When he made it as far as Little River Park, he saw there was nothing.” Futrell’s purse, spotted by family members at the scene, seemed to confirm their worst fears.

Not their first tragedy It’s not the first tragedy the family has faced, said Pulliam’s mother, who is Futrell’s Aunt Tracy. Futrell’s father died in a mo-

torcycle wreck when she was just 2 years old, Tracy Pulliam said. “And we’ve seen bad tornadoes before,” she said. “But this time, it’s babies and schools and families. It’s just different.” As people in the adjacent King’s Manor neighborhood scoured the rubble for anything they could salvage from their own homes, many said they were devastated to hear about the tragedy at 7-Eleven. One couple laid a bouquet of yellow roses at the store. “We come down here almost

every day on our bikes just to get snacks or Icys for our girls,” Alicia Burke said. “Our hearts go out to these people.” A field where his children used to play baseball sits between the store and the backyard of David Fries, who said he shopped there nearly every day. Fries spent Tuesday digging through concrete and brick along SW 6th street, one of the hardest hit neighborhoods in the city. Fries said he and his wife usually ride out storms in a cushion-

lined closet in the middle of the house. This time, he said, his wife asked him to take her away from the house. Returning home less than 20 minutes later, they found nothing remained — no bed, no motorcycle, no guitars. Their Rottweiler, Spit, lay dead a dozen yards away in the field. “I don’t know how you even describe it,” Fries said. “The most evil, awesome force of nature that you ever seen — just this beast coming down the road.”

Heatherwood addition: ‘We can replace stuff’ BY STEPHANIE KUZYDYM Staff Writer Skuzydym@opubco.com

Tom Orr and his daughter, Shelby, view the destroyed carousel at the Orr Family Farm in Moore. PHOTO BY ED GODFREY, THE OKLAHOMAN

Orr farm: ‘Things can be rebuilt’ BY ED GODFREY Staff Writer egodfrey@opubco.com

“We have put our hearts and souls into this place,” a weary Debbie Orr said Tuesday afternoon as she scanned the devastation at the Orr Family Farm. The southwest Oklahoma City farm, which for the past decade has been a place of memory making for families, was in the direct path of Monday’s monster tornado. Making a trip to the Orr Family Farm is a fall tradition for many Oklahoma families. The farm offers attractions such as a petting zoo, animal barn, train and carousel rides and a pumpkin patch and corn maze in the fall. A mangled carousel, splintered beams and twisted metal now litter the farm. “It’s just amazing what Mother Nature can throw you at you,” said Tom Orr, 48, who owns and operates the farm along with his wife, Debbie, and his father, 81-year-old Glenn Orr, a retired veterinarian. Adjacent to the Orr Family Farm is the Celestial Acres Training Center, also owned by the Orrs. It is a thoroughbred horse training facility where perhaps dozens of horses were killed by Monday’s historic twister. “We have 172 stalls that are gone,” Debbie Orr said. An indoor arena also was blown away at Celestial Acres. It’s believed between 80 and 100 horses were in stalls at Celestial Acres on Monday, Debbie Orr said. Thirty-two horses that survived were being kept in a horse barn on the Orr Family Farm on Tuesday, while others were taken to animal hospitals to receive medical care. Many of the injuries were lacerations, she said. “We’ve got horses here that come and go,” Debbie Orr said. “We rent the facilities to trainers. But unfortunately, many of the horses in the training facility didn’t make it. “We have an adjacent horse facility, and we’ve got other horses. Between all of them, it’s really hard for me to estimate how many horses we lost. The animals that did survive are being taken care of.”

An employee tried to release as many horses as possible before the tornado struck Monday before the killer winds forced him to hide under a truck, Debbie Orr said. Glenn Orr and his grandson, Brandon, along with other farm employees took shelter from the storm in the basement of his house on the property. Tom and Debbie Orr, who live two miles away, were attending a funeral at the nearby Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. They crammed into a bathroom when the tornado hit. Minutes later, they raced to the family farm, fearing what they would find. Everyone in the family and all of the farm’s employees were unharmed. Even the animals that are part of the petting zoo — a pig, rabbits, ponies, goats and sheep — had somehow survived. “Just really dirty,” Tom Orr said of those animals. “The black pig is now brown.” The Orrs intend to rebuild the farm, which has been part of the family for 36 years. For the past 10 years, it has been a family attraction and the site of numerous weddings and birthday parties. Tuesday, Tom and Debbie Orr still were trying to comprehend the unimaginable destruction to the farm they love. “There were a lot of things that we built by hand that you just can’t really replace, which is tough,” Debbie Orr said. The Orrs’ daughter, Shelby, 20, is home after finishing her sophomore year at Brigham Young University and had started on Tuesday what will be a long cleanup. She had ridden the carousel hundreds of times as a kid. Now, it sits smashed. “It’s tough to see the place we’ve grown up around being completely gone,” she said. The Orrs, however, consider themselves lucky. They know it could have been far worse. “I was so relieved to be able to go home last night because a lot of people didn’t have homes to go to, but we did,” a tearful Debbie Orr said. “I am just thankful that we all were able to make it out without any injury and no loss of life. That is the most important thing to us right now, that we have each other. Things can be rebuilt.”

MOORE — The sticks were broken, but not the spirit. The hearts and strength was strong of the survivors in Heatherwood addition, a subdivision in Moore that sits a mile and a half east of Interstate 35, as people picked through the devastating rubble of what was once their home. Monday’s deadly tornado might have crushed cars and collapsed houses, but it could not wipe out the names etched in concrete. It could not erase the memories they made under the roofs that were now blown away. It could not keep them from rising again. Mike Butler looked at the concrete slab below him and tried to figure out what room in the house he was standing upon. He, his wife, Cate, and family friends dug through a pile of debris, their belongings exposed to open sky. A football lay in the kitchen, but the oven and all the other major electrical appliances were not yet located. Two of their small cars sat dented and damaged in the drive way. Their blue Ford Expedition was in the neighbor’s front yard across the street, facing the opposite way it had been parked. The color of the houses and the decor on the inside was unrecognizable for what remained on S Fifth Street. Two streets south, houses stood untouched. Mike Butler, who is in the Air Force and lived in his house in Moore for about 5½ years, was listening to the news on Monday when, about 3:15 p.m., he told his wife they should head to the storm shelter. They heard the train sound, then a woomp sound of what they’d later realize was their house collapsing, then their neighbors’ voices calling out to see if they were safe. They came out to a slab of concrete covered with wood and insulation. In a month, Mike Butler will head to South Korea. Last Saturday, he and Cate eloped. They spent one night in their house as a married couple. “Now we don’t have to worry about whose stuff is going to go — her stuff or my stuff,” Mike

said. “Now, we just don’t have stuff.” While searching through what remained, Mike found his military ID. There’s nothing else Mike said he’d miss. “I have my wife, and our dogs survived,” he said. “The rest of it is just stuff. We can replace stuff.”

Good of good neighbors Cherie Fleshman was debating whether to leave a house key under the mat for her neighbor. She knew bad weather was coming, and they had a storm shelter installed the year before, but was it safe to leave the key? Then she remembered the Facebook video she watched of Jera Kiespert’s kids playing with cone-shaped hats during their bath the night before. Kiespert was picking up her kids and Fleshman’s daughter, Chloe, from day care on Monday. Fleshman wanted them all to be safe. Fleshman left the key. The Fleshmans and the Kiesperts are close neighbors. Their children play together and go to day care together, and on Monday, they shared a storm cellar together, where they played “Go Fish” and drank tropical fruitflavored Capri Suns. “What saved my daughter and my neighbors’ lives was putting in that storm shelter,” said Tony Fleshman, Cherie’s husband.

Survivors come big, small Sarah Hock knelt on her closet floor inspecting her clothes. Her bedroom window was shattered. Her pink vanity set was covered in insulation. The books on her wood bookshelf were caked with red dirt. At 11a.m. Tuesday, she was deciding on what she wanted to save and what was not salvageable. Luckily, just moments before, her older sister found her Christmas present from 2011. Skippy the guinea pig was hiding under the shredded couch in the now open-air family room. “A survivor,” someone in the family shouted. Skippy shook as he was placed in a plastic container. Be it boxes or the backs of pickups, plastic storage tubs or garbage bags, the families of the Heatherwood addition began to rise again — stick by stick, find by find, piece by piece.

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When Moore gets hit: ‘We kick back’ MOORE — Dorise Stanley Biddie stood amid the rubble of her home Tuesday and had a quick reply for anyone who stopped by. “I tell ’em, ‘I’m not giving up yet,’ ” Biddie said. “ ‘I crawled out of that hole over there, I’m not giving up.’ ” Like the plagues of Egypt, tornadoes keep descending on Moore. And the stouthearted citizens of Moore keep fighting back. “I think we’re pretty resilient,” said John Burruss. “I wish we couldn’t handle so much. You don’t ever get used to it. But it’s where we live and what we do.” A day after a monster arrived to match the F-5 tornado that ravaged Moore on May 3, 1999, I walked through devastated neighborhoods. I also went to chat with Burruss, who can speak as well as any about the spirit of Moore. About why people just can’t quit the community that sits between Oklahoma City and Norman. Burruss grew up in Moore, graduated from Moore High School (1979) and has worked at Moore Christian Academy or Westmoore High School most of the last 28 years. Burruss climbed under his bed in November 1973 for protection from a tornado coming through his hometown. He wanted to watch the VikingsFalcons game on Monday Night Football, but his mother gave the orders. Turns out Mom was right. When Burruss emerged from under the bed, he saw the Southgate Baptist Church roof in his backyard. And yet there Burruss was Monday, at Westmoore, herding students into the safe room just before 3 p.m. as yet another massive twister bore down the Main Street of Tornado Alley. The 1999 and 2013 cyclones. A smaller tornado in 2003 that still wreaked massive destruction. Moore is either the unluckiest town in America

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or atmospherically draws tornadoes like no other place on Earth. “Just a myriad of emotions,” Burruss said while sitting in his house unaffected structurally but clearly affected spiritually. “We laughed yesterday. We cried yesterday. We were mad.” Neither Burruss nor his wife, Donna, who teaches at Southmoore High School, slept much Monday night. “What-ifs started rolling in,” Burruss said. “Who taught here? Who lives where?” They know the drill. Most Moore residents do. Like David Teeman. He’s lived in Moore since 1994. Standing in the driveway of his damaged home in the Heatherwood neighborhood east of Interstate 35, Teeman said no way would he, his wife and his son leave. “Only three years to pay this off,” he said with a smile. “Only happens every 14 years.” Teeman and his son, who has cerebral palsy, rode out the storm in their safe room. Then Teeman went down the street and helped 30 or so neighbors free a couple buried in rubble. Teeman admits he’s not in the best of shape yet says he somehow picked up a fully loaded dishwasher and tossed it over his shoulder. And while Teeman was gone from his house, 20 or so people came by to check on his son. “We’ve always liked” Moore, Teeman said. “Both places we’ve lived, quiet areas. This is about the most noise you hear.” That’s the kind of neighborhood Dorise Biddie lives in. She reeled off the names of her neighbors in J.D. Estates, also east of I-35. Les, Lennie, Kim. None of

whom’s houses stood, either. Twenty-four hours earlier, she huddled in her bathtub, holding her Chihuahua, breathing shallow because the tornado had sucked the oxygen from the air, her knees bruised from banging against the tub. Biddie bought the house more than 20 years ago. First home she ever purchased. She raised her son there. A tornado’s not going to run her off. She, too, survived that 1973 twister. Rode it out as a teenager in a closet with her brother and sister. Kick someone from Moore, she says, and “we kick back.” And here’s why. Moore is home. Moore is where memories have been made. When Burruss and his wife are off on some grand adventure with the grandkids, “My wife always reminds us that we’re making memories. We made memories yesterday. Some of ’em weren’t very good.” Burruss is Westmoore’s athletic director. His office looks out over a field north of the school, which serves as a driving range for the girls golf team. The 1999 tornado roared right past Westmoore. “I remember thinking, ‘They’ll never get every little piece of shingle and insulation out of that field,’ ” Burruss said. “But they did. It takes time. It’s a scar. A big wound heals, but you’re always going to have a scar. And that scar is that memory you make. “Five years from now, there will be a lot or two still empty. But most will be built back. Some will have moved away. Couldn’t handle that memory. But others will stay and make us what we are.” BERRY TRAMEL: BERRY CAN BE REACHED AT (405) 760-8080 OR AT BTRAMEL@OPUBCO.COM. HE CAN BE HEARD MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY FROM 4:40-5:20 P.M. ON THE SPORTS ANIMAL RADIO NETWORK, INCLUDING FM-98.1. YOU CAN ALSO VIEW HIS PERSONALITY PAGE AT NEWSOK.COM/BERRYTRAMEL.

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Two accused of looting in Moore BY MATT DINGER Staff Writer mdinger@opubco.com

MOORE — Two men were arrested on looting complaints in Moore on Tuesday evening, police said. Their names were not released. About 7 p.m., homeowners near Kings Manor and Heather Lane found two men in their 20s picking items from the rubble and putting them in their pockets, Moore police spokesman Jeremy Lewis said. The men will be booked into the Cleveland County

jail, he said. “Anyone we catch doing that we’ll hammer as much as we can,” Lewis said. “We’re basically killing ourselves trying to keep people from doing that, so if we catch them, it’s game on,” Lewis said. They were the first looting arrests that have been made since a tornado swept through Moore, he said. “It’s just disgusting, taking things from people who have lost everything,” Lewis said. “It doesn’t really get any lower than that.”

Cars and the Moore Medical Center on Telephone Road show damage from Monday’s tornado on Tuesday in Moore. PHOTO BY STEVE SISNEY, THE OKLAHOMAN

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Returning home Rachel Hernandez stands quietly in front of her leveled home at 2013 SE 5, in Moore’s Heatherwood Addition. She was at work when the tornado ripped through her neighborhood. Tuesday, family and friends arrived to help Hernandez look for valued belongings. She was hoping to locate family photographs. She had lived in this home for seven years. Hernandez was among several residents of the Heatherwood Addition, on the south side of SE 4 and Bryant in Moore, who returned home Tuesday to salvage any items after Monday’s destructive tornado.

Search and rescue dogs comb rubble for survivors BY ED GODFREY Staff Writer egodfrey@opubco.com

Scott Mason has witnessed firsthand the aftermath of many tragedies. The Oklahoma Task Force 1 Urban Search and Rescue member has assisted rescue efforts at numerous natural disasters from coast to coast. The devastation left by Monday’s killer tornado in Moore is beyond comparison, Mason said. “I have to say it’s as bad as anything I’ve ever seen and I spent a month down

there between (Hurricanes) Katrina and Rita,” he said. “I’ve been to five hurricanes and one wildfire. I have seen a lot of this stuff and this as bad or the worst I’ve seen. You had driveways and piles of debris. That’s what you had and smashed cars in the middle of it.” Mason, a veterinarian and owner of the Putnam North Animal Hospital, is primarily responsible for taking care of the search and rescue dogs. He was dispatched to the Moore area on Monday night to accompany the dog handlers as six dogs — five

Labradors and an Australian sheep dog — sniffed through the piles of rubble in the neighborhoods, going from flattened home to flattened home, trying to find a survivor. “We searched a bunch of areas,” Mason said. “We were hopeful to find someone trapped down in there, but unfortunately we did not.” The dogs searched the rubble for six to eight hours Monday night with no “live finds,” Mason said. The dogs also sniffed the sites of the two elementary

schools that were struck, Plaza Towers in Moore and Briarwood in Oklahoma City, he said Rescue dogs get so frustrated when searching for hours and not having any success that rescue team members will hide so the animals can find them to lift their spirits, Mason said. The search and rescue dogs often have to be treated for lacerations when combing through the debris, he said. After Sunday’s twister, Mason and the rescue dogs searched the Pink and Little

A rescuer searches a neighborhood on S 6 Street in Moore. PHOTO

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Axe areas for trapped survivors, also without any success.

“You are always hopeful,” he said. “It’s how we help. It’s what we can do.”

Diana Palmore

MOORE ENDS SCHOOL YEAR EARLY MOORE — Moore Public Schools will be closed Wednesday and Thursday, the last days of the school year. The decision was made after Moore Superintendent Susan Pierce consulted with state schools Superintendent Janet Barresi, a Moore Public Schools spokeswoman said. However, seniors are asked to go to their respective high schools between 10 a.m. and noon Thursday to meet with principals about graduation. Graduations for all three high schools are still set for Saturday at the Cox Convention Center in downtown Oklahoma City. The times are 9:30 a.m. for Westmoore; 2 p.m. for Southmoore; and 6 p.m. for Moore. Also, students at other schools can visit their schools from 10 a.m. to noon to visit with teachers and administrators as an optional way to close out the school year.

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‘You don’t know how frightening it is to yell for help and nobody helps you.’

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Mother, children survive tornado as it swirls above BY CARRIE COPPERNOLL Staff Writer ccoppernoll@opubco.com

MOORE — Diana Palmore was the inbetween. Below her, four children. Above her, cars, mud and chunks of houses swirling at 200 mph. She clung to a restroom stall and a trash can at Plaza Towers Elementary School. “The wind started blowing and whooom,” she said. Palmore, 33, had driven to the school Monday afternoon to pick up her children before the storm. When she arrived, her daughter, Monica, was in the hallway with her classmates. They were crouched down with books over their heads. Then teachers hurried children out of the hallways and into the restrooms. Palmore threw herself on top of her two children — Monica, 10, and Lavontey, 12 — and two others. Monica said she held on to her mother. “It was scary,” Monica said. “It was shaking the school. The roof came off. I saw the tornado swirling. I saw cars flying up.” When the storm passed, the debris came crashing down. Metal and parts of the roof fell on Palmore’s back. “Everything fell on our bodies,” said Palmore, a restaurant manager. Some people were able to escape the wreckage on their own. Some — like the Palmores — were pulled out by others. Seven children were killed at the school, according to the state medical examiner. Plaza Towers was home to about 500 students in a working-class area of Moore. It was a place like all neighborhood schools with colorful playgrounds

and Thanksgiving parties. A preschool addition was going to be built soon. It was mostly unknown until Monday, when the world learned of its existence only when it disappeared. Palmore and her children ran home on the wet, littered streets. They saw dead animals. Maybe dead people. With no street signs or landmarks, they got lost in their own neighborhood among the scatterings. “We didn’t even know where we lived,” she said. They found their home — a pile of rubble. Palmore’s husband, Pete, a letter carrier, was under it. They screamed for help. Rescue workers rushed to other places. Gawkers took photos with their cellphones. “You don’t know how frightening it is to yell for help and nobody helps you,” Palmore said. They started pulling up bits of junk with their hands. Monica was the one who heard his voice first. “If it wasn’t for her, we wouldn’t have found him,” Palmore said. The family spent some time in the hospital — the father for a nail through his hand and the son for an asthma attack. Monday night, the family stayed with friends, who didn’t have electricity. The next morning, Palmore and her daughter walked to a nearby church in search of help, and a police officer gave them a ride to a Red Cross shelter in south Oklahoma City. Palmore moved slowly, her back arched. The family still didn’t know where they would stay that night or any nights after. But at least they survived. “We’re OK,” she said. “ ... We have nothing. Literally, nothing.”

Rep. Markwayne Mullin looks through debris at the Plaza Towers Elementary School on Tuesday in Moore. A tornado hit the area Monday. PHOTO BY BRYAN TERRY, THE OKLAHOMAN

MOORE — Dr. Stephanie Barnhart began the scariest day of her life with her usual routine — listening to Christian music on the car radio, thinking about the 12-hour workday ahead and offering a silent prayer for strength to handle whatever she might encounter. With bad weather in the forecast Monday, Barnhart, 34, expected nothing more than the usual slips and falls and car-accident victims that typically turned up in the Moore Medical Center emergency room after rains. The morning passed with few patients and nothing exciting. Abdominal pains, vomiting, diarrhea and stomach flu. Meanwhile, televisions in her office and at the nurses’ station gave steady updates on the storms broiling across the state. Sometime between 2:00 and 2:30 p.m., Barnhart was sitting in her office filling out patient forms, when an announcement came over the hospital intercom announcing a tornado watch. A Midwest City native and veteran of many Oklahoma tornado seasons, Barnhart took little notice. “I was like uh, OK, severe weather. OK, it’s a possibility and ... you keep on doing what you gotta do,” she said. She continued to make her rounds. A few minutes later, the hospital intercom sounded again, this time announcing a tornado warning. Now, Barnhart gathered with other hospital staffers around the nurses’ station TV. They watched as the tornado plowed through Newcastle, a dozen miles away. A weatherman described the predicted path — northeast toward the hospital. Again, the hospital intercom sounded, this time announcing a tornado alert. “Oh man, this is bad,” Barnhart thought “We’ve got to move.” Barnhart rushed to her office to grab her purse, a pharmacy book and her prescription pad. “I was still in doctor mode,” she said. “I was still doing my job.” Unknown to Barnhart, dozens of other patients, staff and members of the public who came to the hospital seeking shelter were huddling in the cafeteria and another interior hallway. Barnhart’s group of about a dozen people retreated to another area deeper within the hospital where a single TV tracked the tornado’s relentless progress toward them. In the meantime, two more emergency room patients had arrived, one by ambulance having suffered a seizure and another, a young girl, who’d suffered an asthma attack. Staff members handed

Dr. Stephanie Barnhart stands in front of the Moore Medical Center on Tuesday. Barnhart was in the hospital during the tornado. PHOTO BY SARAH PHIPPS, THE OKLAHOMAN

out blankets and pulled mattresses from gurneys that people used to cover themselves. Barnhart’s group was joined by several other staff members as well as a half-dozen patients in wheelchairs who were staying in rooms on the second floor. Nobody talked. The only sound came from the television and the girl suffering from asthma and her mother, who both sobbed quietly.

‘Coming for us’ “We knew it was coming for us,” Barnhart said. “I think they were very terrified, which we all were.” A registered nurse, Frankie Orr, 46, of Little Axe, did his best to reassure everyone. “Just say a prayer. Everybody be calm. We’re all going to be all right,” Barnhart recalled him saying. By that time, Orr’s wife, Candice, who was working a rare nursing shift at the hospital, had come down from the second floor with three of her patients. She sat on the floor near her husband, tears in her eyes. Orr sent a text to his daughter, Charli Swyden, a fifth-grade teacher at Ronald Reagan Elementary School in Norman. “Me and your mom love you kids,” he wrote in a message also intended for the couple’s sons, Benjamin and Joshua. The tornado was now just seconds away. It packed 200 mph winds and was destroying whole neighborhoods as it churned across the landscape. Barnhart glanced at the TV screen in time to see the tornado was near 149th Street and May Avenue when the hospital’s lights flickered and then went out, plunging the room into darkness.

Quiet then loud roar Barnhart prayed. “Please, Jesus,” she said. The roar grew louder. Their ears began to pop from the air pressure

change. They felt the ground shake and their bodies tremble. “There’s that feeling that comes that there’s nothing you can do, it’s coming,” Orr said. “It’s just that moment where whatever is going to happen is going to happen.” Barnhart said she was terrified, but also at peace that everything would be OK. She never feared for her life. The rattling sensations seemed to go on forever and then stopped. “Is that it?’ ” someone asked. Orr answered that they might just be in the eye of the storm and that it might not be over. Everyone stayed down for another minute, maybe two. Then, they began to stand. They hugged. Some cried. Around them, the building appeared unscathed, a little dust and two dangling ceiling tiles the only visible damage in the room where they’d sought refuge. It would be another half-hour, after she was sure that everyone else was evacuated to safety, that Barnhart finally emerged to see the damage to the hospital, a total loss. And yet not a single death. “I don’t know how we survived in that place, she said. “I was praising Jesus. I knew he kept us safe. I knew that we were protected. You feel incredibly blessed.” Tuesday was Barnhart’s scheduled day off. She used it to gather relief supplies which she dropped off at her church. The Orrs lost a pickup and a Harley-Davidson motorcycle at the hospital. Tuesday, the couple said they still felt “shell shocked.” But that isn’t stopping them from leaving today for a planned New Orleans vacation. If anything, they’re more anxious to go. From the tornado, Frankie Orr said he learned “just how fast everything can change.” “I mean, dude, in the blink of an eye,” he said.

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NORMAN — The daughter listened to the dad. And although her house is “not inhabitable,” she and her family are not injured. David Andra is the meteorologist in charge with the National Weather Service, Norman Forecast office, which is responsible for getting forecast, watch and warning information to 48 counties in Oklahoma and eight in western and northern Texas. He said his colleagues never forget their focus is the safety of people, those they know and many they don’t. Since about the middle of last week, they had been telling the public of possible severe weather for Saturday through Tuesday. In addition to that, Andra had a talk with his daughter, Elizabeth Farrar. “I told her it’s one those days that you have to watch and she just made the decision she wanted to watch from a distance,” Andra said of Monday’s severe weather threat. Farrar, her husband, their 1year-old child and family pets exited the Oklahoma City metro and traveled west to near Weatherford. “My daughter is living at my house right now, along with her family,” Andra said. “They live near Briarwood Elementary, which is in the Moore Public Schools district, and their house is damaged to the point it’s not inhabitable, but they are safe.” Andra has more than 25 years’ experience with the National Weather Service, including 19 at the Norman Forecast office, which now has a staff of 29. While tornadoes are possible in any month in Oklahoma, May leads the way. Official tornado records date to 1950 and since then, the state has averaged 21 tornadoes in May. Monday’s Newcastle/Oklahoma City/Moore tornado, with a preliminary rating of EF5, came on the third consecutive day of severe weather. Tuesday brought more severe thunderstorms. This repeated threat supported what Andra said in early February, three months ago, when asked what is different about severe weather coverage in his area. “The dryline, a boundary that helps storms to develop, is near or over western Oklahoma most of the spring,” he said of the usual scenario. “This gives us the potential to have several days of severe storms in a row, each with the potential for tornadoes. In many parts of the U.S. the threat lasts a day or less at any given time.” The weather of recent days fits that as the dryline would move east, then back up to the west, then move east again. “So it was oscillating back and forth between Oklahoma and

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Avant 3 4 Talaha Luther 4 Carney 3 2 Arcadia 6 Prague Edmond 1 2 Meeker Newcastle/ 1 5 Lake Thunderbird OKC/Moore May 19 A National Guard helicopter flies over the remains of the Moore Medical Center, which was destroyed by Monday’s tornado in Moore. As the staff at the National Weather Service in Norman worked to keep the public safe, some were individually affected by the storm. PHOTO BY PAUL HELLSTERN, THE OKLAHOMAN

west Texas,” Andra said. The forecast from Norman calls for a slight chance of thunderstorms each day through Saturday. Storms Wednesday, if they form, were not expected to be severe. However, there will be

a slight risk of severe storms over southwest Oklahoma late Thursday. “It’s not something that we look forward to in the spring,” Andra said. “But it’s part of living in the Plains.”

1. Edmond May 19, 4:21 p.m. 2. Arcadia May 19, 4:33 p.m. 3. Luther May 19, 4:53 p.m. 4. Carney May 19, 5:13 p.m. 5. Lake Thunderbird May 19, 6:11 p.m.

3. Avant May 20, 3:56 p.m. 5. Quapah May 20, 6:30 p.m.

SOURCES: AP AND NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE

BY MICHAEL MCNUTT Capitol Bureau mmcnutt@opubco.com

Lawmaker seeks funds for shelters The devastation caused by tornadoes that ripped through Oklahoma this week highlights a lack of adequate storm shelters, a lawmaker said Tuesday. Rep. Joe Dorman is calling for a $500 million bond issue to address the shortage. Dorman, D-Rush Springs, said he is working on legislation that would provide $400 million of the bond issue to pay for storm shelters in public schools. The remaining $100 million would fund a program to assist

2. Meeker May 20, 4:30 p.m.

Legislature advances emergency aid bill

PHOTO BY BRYAN TERRY, THE OKLAHOMAN

Capitol Bureau mmcnutt@opubco.com

1. Newcastle/OKC/ Moore May 20, 2:45 p.m. Lifted around 3:36 p.m.

4. Talala May 20, 4:35 p.m.

6. Prague May 19, 7:08 p.m.

Workers continue going through the debris at the Plaza Towers Elementary School in Moore. As the work continued on Tuesday, some lawmakers work hoping to eke out a measure to fund the building of school shelters.

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May 20

homeowners and group home facilities with building storm shelters. “We need to provide some funding to help build storm shelters, especially in schools,” he said. “I would hope the idea has bipartisan appeal.” Dorman said the debt service of a $500 million bond issue would be about $30 million annually. State leaders could use $30 million earmarked in the upcoming fiscal year budget to make building repairs to make the bond payments, he said. House Speaker T.W. Shannon, RLawton, has expressed a disdain for bond issues overall. “I would think this would be an

exception,” Dorman said. A spokesman for Shannon had no comment on Dorman’s proposal. Dorman said under House rules, leadership can still introduce new money bills. “I have put in the request for the bill to be drafted, but it will have to be proposed by either the presiding officer of a legislative body or the appropriations chair,” Dorman said. “I will be speaking to House leaders and asking them to propose this bill or another like it this session. We have until May 31 to take action on legislative changes for this year, and a minimum of five legislative days is required to pass a new law.”

Oklahoma legislative leaders moved Tuesday to withdraw $45 million from the state’s savings account to help local communities and counties cover expenses caused by this week’s tornadoes. The Senate General Conference Committee and a special House of Representatives committee voted to approve Senate Bill 249. The measure is expected to be taken up Wednesday in the Senate before it heads to the House. It should be on the governor’s desk by Friday, when legislators are hoping to adjourn. Because the governor has already declared a state of emergency, the measure only needs two-thirds of the votes in each chamber to pass. Measures normally require support from three-fourths of the total members. The Rainy Day Fund has about $577 million. State law allows up to 25 percent, or about $144 mil-

lion, to be used for emergency expenses. The rest is reserved for budget shortfalls and revenue failures. Rep. Scott Martin, chairman of the House Appropriates and Budget Committee, said state Emergency Management Director Albert Ashwood came up with the $45 million request. “There’s no disaster more important than another,” said Martin, RNorman. “Yesterday’s (Monday) tornado was just so dramatic and so drastic it has spurred the Legislature to action.” When a presidential disaster declaration is issued, the federal government pays 75 percent of the reimbursement costs to counties, municipalities, rural electric cooperatives, rural water districts and other entities for infrastructure damage. The local entities pay 12.5 percent, and the state is required to pay the remaining 12.5 percent, with that money to come out of the state’s emergency fund, which is separate from the Rainy Day account.

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VICTIMS TELL THEIR STORIES Families at metro hospitals were counting their blessings and some praying for a miracle as victims were treated for injuries from Monday’s tornado. Each had a story to tell. Some shed tears telling their stories while others managed to smile.

Courtney Brown, 8

Kathryn Begay, 90

Fred Galarza, 45 Greg and Rosita Begay wait for news on Greg’s mother, Kathryn Begay, who was citically injured in the tornado when her home was destroyed.

Courtney Brown, 8, sits with her mother, Rachquel Brown, after being trapped in the Plaza Towers Elementary School. PHOTO BY PAUL B. SOUTHERLAND, THE OKLAHOMAN

Courtney Brown, a second-grader at Plaza Towers Elementary School in Moore, pointed to her lion-printed hospital pajamas on Tuesday and said, “This is all I have.” Just over 24 hours earlier, the 8-year-old was hunkered down in the school hallway with secondand third-graders as a tornado destroyed the building. “I could see the third-graders all cover up in the hallway,” recalled Courtney from her room at Children’s Hospital at OU Medical Center. “Some of them didn’t make it.” Teachers had told them to get on the floor and cover their heads. “I could hear a door open and close,” Courtney said. “I remember the wind going around.” She said her head was bleeding badly as she was pulled from the rubble. She received a skull fracture and a gash on her head that took 10 staples to close. Her 11-year-old twin brothers, Colby and Caleb, suffered only minor scratches and cuts. Their mother, Rachquel Brown, was fanatically looking for her children after learning their home also had been destroyed. “I thought I had lost my children,” said the mother, who didn’t make it to the hospital until 12:30 a.m. “I feel blessed they made it out.”

Kathryn Begay, 90, is an independent woman who wouldn’t leave her Moore home in the wake of Monday’s tornado. On Tuesday, her family waited outside a quiet intensive care unit for news that she would improve after being critically injured with a skull fracture. Begay was on a ventilator in a medically induced coma. “We tried to get her out,” said her son, Greg Begay, who lives about a mile away. “She didn’t want to leave. She made it clear she was going to ride it out.” Kathryn Begay, who used a wheelchair, was pulled from the rubble near SW 12th and Santa Fe by her grandson, Stephen Begay, an EMSA emergency medical technician. “I was the first one in the area and got my grandmother,” Stephen Begay said. “An Oklahoma City police officer drove her to the hospital. “I got my coat and bag and started going house to house.” Rosita Begay, Greg’s wife, cried as she tried to explain that the family had a plan in case of a tornado. The plan called for the family to be together, but none were Monday. She had gone to Southmoore High School to pick up another son, Justin, who was being held at school because of the storm. Once there, she was put in a different room. “We were not together,” said Rosita Begay, whose family moved to Moore from Colorado in January. “I felt guilty. We had a plan and it didn’t happen.”

Fred Galarza, 45, was trapped under a sink in the bathroom of Nick’s Liquor Store in Moore, located next to a 7Eleven, where there were reports that people lost their lives. Galarza had considered hiding in the cooler with the conve- Tornado survinience store employees vor Fred Galarbut made it to Nick’s za talks about instead, he explained hiding under a from his room at Inte- sink in the bathgris Health Southwest room at the Medical Center. liquor store “I guess some of next door to the them didn’t make it,” 7 Eleven. he said. Galarza received two broken vertebrae, two broken ribs and a broken shoulder blade. His head was gashed and his hands and legs covered in cuts. “He’s alive,” said his wife, Julie. “Thank goodness.” Galarza hid in the bathroom after hearing the tornado was coming his way. “I looked up and the roof was being pulled off,” he said, explaining he dove under the sink “on my hands and knees.” Galarza remembers the sink falling on his head and shoulder. “In 30 seconds it was over,” he said. “I couldn’t breathe too good. I dialed 911.” He couldn’t move, but managed to make a small opening through the debris that he used to help direct a rescue worker to his location in the rubble at 604 SW 4th St. “It was scary,” Galarza said. “I really thought this might be the position they would find me.”

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Bayne Floyd, 92 Bayne Floyd, 92, lost his oxygen equipment when the tornado destroyed his home Monday while he sat in a wheelchair in the closet. He was admitted to a hospital Tuesday morning. Floyd opted for the closet because he couldn’t get into the storm shelter at his home where a granddaughter and two greatgranddaughters had taken shelter. The tornado destroyed Floyd’s home, near SW 7 and Broadway in Moore leaving only the closet and Floyd sitting in his wheelchair, said his daughter Judy Wells. “There was nothing left but the closet,” she said. “He was disoriented and the oxygen was gone. “I am fearful he doesn’t realize what has happened. It just hasn’t registered.” A good Samaritan, who the family doesn’t know, helped Floyd. DIANA BALDWIN,

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Hospital staffs strive to heal tornado victims, loved ones BY NASREEN IQBAL Staff Writer niqbal@opubco.com

Gage Bellman, 21, feared the worst Monday when he couldn’t find his wife beneath the rubble that had once been the 7-Eleven on SW 4 in Moore. Then a paramedic told him his wife, Briana, who worked at the convenience store, had been taken to OU Medical Center in Oklahoma City. Briana Bellman remained at the hospital on Tuesday, and her husband said she was cut, bruised and receiving breathing treatments for an injured lung. “She wants to sleep but every time she moves it hurts,” he said in a telephone interview Tuesday. The California native couple met when he was 10 and she was 11 and their mothers were best friends. He moved to Oklahoma eight years ago and Briana followed six years later. “This was her first tornado,” Gage Bellman said. Bellman has no relatives in the state. He had not slept since waking up for work at 6:30 a.m. Monday, and had not left the hospital since following her there. “She’s my wife. Until we can walk out of here together I’m staying,” he said. The couple’s home in Moore was not damaged, but Briana’s car and cellphone are missing. Mark Troxwell, 53, also went to the OU emergency room on Monday, but it turned out his brother was in Norman. The home of his brother, Kevin Troxwell, and the houses of three other relatives in Newcastle were destroyed. “This stuff can be replaced,” he said. “Houses and cars and buildings can be replaced; children and brothers and sisters can’t.” He repeated those words to his brother after the family found him at Norman Regional Hospital. “He looks beat up. He

has a couple hundred staples in him and they had to get tree bark out of the back of his head, but he’s in good spirits considering,” Mark Troxwell said Tuesday. He said his brother is lucky to be alive. “He was outside trying to get to my nephew’s cellar and he ran out of time. It was right on top of him.” He said the tornado picked up his brother and threw him down near a wall. “In my opinion he had Gods hands upon him. He’s a tough guy. I knew if there was a way for him to survive he would.”

Hospitals respond to tragedy A team of doctors who gathered for a news conference at OU Medical Center on Tuesday said 94 tornado victims had been treated there. Fifty-one children and 43 adults were taken to OU, said Robert Letton, trauma director for The Children’s Hospital at OU Medical Center. All the patients taken to the hospital survived, but two of the adults and two children are in critical condition. The adults were treated at OU Medical Center’s main hospital while the children were taken to OU Medical Center’s Children’s Hospital. Trauma service director for OU Medical Center, Roxie Albrecht, said injuries ranged from cuts and bruises to open wounds and lacerations. “We’ve seen minor cuts and bruises to people coming in with hypothermia, open wounds and degloving,” Albrecht said, referring to a type of injury that occurs when skin is torn off and separated from tissue, severing its blood supply. “Every physician in the hospital was down there,” Letton said of the hours after the tornado hit. He said nurses who were not scheduled to work came into the hospital to

help, and others stayed after their shifts were scheduled to end. An outpouring of support came through from medical facilities across the nation, Letton said, with offers of equipment

and personnel. North Shore Medical Center in Salem, Mass., paid for pizza for staff members working late into the night. For families still trying to locate loved ones, Letton said, the Vose Audito-

rium at OU Medical Center between NE 13 Street and N Lincoln is serving as a search base. Family and friends also can use the Red Cross’ website www.safeandwell.org to locate missing loved ones.

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‘Certainly they’re very sad and have broken hearts with those who were lost in the storm itself.’ Gov. Mary Fallin

Dignitaries take tour of ‘war area’ Gov. Mary Fallin, center, tours the Plaza Towers Elementary School with Oklahoma Sen. Tom Coburn, left, and Rep. Tom Cole on Tuesday in Moore. PHOTO BY BRYAN TERRY, THE OKLAHOMAN

Obama pledges aid to battered state BY CHRIS CASTEEL Washington Bureau ccasteel@opubco.com

WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama and members of Congress pledged Tuesday that tornado-stricken Oklahoma would get all of the federal relief necessary, and the president approved a major disaster declaration to help small businesses and people who lost their homes. The president also dispatched key federal officials to the state to view the damage and coordinate federal recovery efforts. “So the people of Moore should know that their country will remain on the ground, there for them, beside them as long as it takes,” the president said in remarks at the White House. “For there are homes and schools to rebuild, businesses and hospitals to reopen, there are parents to console, first responders to comfort, and, of course, frightened children who will need our continued love and attention.”

What does it mean? The president’s disaster declaration will provide rental assistance, grants and loans to cover uninsured losses; unemployment benefits for people not covered by the state program; and aid to state and local governments for cleanup. Federal disaster aid is available to affected individuals in Cleveland, Lincoln, McClain, Oklahoma and Pottawatomie counties. Several members of Oklahoma’s congressional delegation flew back to the state Tuesday to join Gov. Mary Fallin for a tour of the damage. U.S. Rep. Tom Cole, a longtime resident of Moore, praised the work of local and state officials in the aftermath of the tragedy. “In the days and weeks ahead, my staff and I, as well as my congressional colleagues from Oklahoma, will be doing everything we can to help those in need, comfort those who have lost family

members and assist our local officials in getting the resources needed to recover and rebuild,” Cole said.

Leaders emotional Media images of the destruction and rescue efforts in Moore prompted some emotional responses from congressional leaders. House Speaker John Boehner, R-Ohio, and House Democratic leader Nancy Pelosi, of California, choked up while making remarks about the devastation. “Whatever it is in our power to be helpful to them, we will do, and we will do quickly,” Pelosi said. Boehner ordered the flags to fly at half-staff Tuesday at the U.S. Capitol. Rep. John Larson, a Democrat from Connecticut, said Congress should approve disaster aid before leaving for its weeklong Memorial Day break. However, it wasn’t clear whether a separate funding package would be needed. John Hart, a spokesman for Sen. Tom Coburn, RMuskogee, said the Federal Emergency Management Agency had $11.6 billion in its Disaster Relief Fund on Tuesday. Congress replenished the fund early this year for Hurricane Sandy aid. Coburn drew some fire Tuesday for saying that the cost of any aid package for his state should be offset with cuts to other parts of the budget. Some Democrats — and even a key Republican lawmaker who oversees spending — countered that budget offsets shouldn’t be required for disaster aid. Hart said Coburn has argued since the Oklahoma City bombing in 1995 that supplemental spending bills should be paid for by reducing spending on less vital priorities. And, Hart said, “It is crass for critics to play disaster aid politics when first responders are pulling victims from the rubble.” White House spokesman Jay Carney said the administration believes FEMA has sufficient re-

sources to deal with the needs in Oklahoma. “But we will, obviously, be making regular assessments with all the team members we have on the ground, working with state officials,” he said. Congress did not approve a supplemental aid package exclusively for the 1999 tornadoes in Oklahoma.

Feds deploy to state Obama sent Craig Fugate, FEMA administrator, to Oklahoma on Tuesday, and Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano was scheduled to visit the state Wednesday. “So for all those who’ve been affected, we recognize that you face a long road ahead,” the president said. “In some cases, there will be enormous grief that has to be absorbed, but you will not travel that path alone. Your country will travel it with you, fueled by our faith in the Almighty and our faith in one another.” According to the White House, there were more than 150 FEMA personnel on the ground in Oklahoma on Tuesday to assist in the response, with more on the way. The White House has not announced whether Obama will visit Oklahoma. After the devastating tornadoes of May 1999, former President Bill Clinton went to Del City, which was among the hard-hit areas. “For goodness sake, build a safe room in your house when you rebuild,” Clinton told the crowd in one neighborhood.

Funding issues Many Oklahoma residents used FEMA grants after those storms to build safe rooms, and then the IRS tried to levy taxes on the grant money. Earlier this year, the city of Moore reported obstacles to its safe room rebate program. Changes in federal requirements to the city’s Hazard Mitigation Plan were cited. And the city said there was not a lot of grant money available because there had been few major disaster declarations.

Power is restored at water plant BY WILLIAM CRUM Staff Writer wcrum@opubco.com

Power was restored to the Lake Stanley Draper water treatment plant Tuesday afternoon, nearly 24 hours after it was knocked out by a tornado. The power disruption prompted concerns about low water pressure throughout Oklahoma City and in communities that buy the city’s water, including Moore.

Residents were asked to avoid turning on waterusing appliances and to shut off outdoor watering systems while power was out. Restaurants were advised to take precautions to make sure pressure was high enough to properly wash dishes. Oklahoma Gas and Electric Co. crews worked overnight and into the afternoon before finally bringing the power back up. Oklahoma City serves roughly 200,000 water

customers. Those who completely lost water service or whose homes sustained structural damage may choose to voluntarily boil water before consumption, as a precautionary measure. For questions about water service or concerns about quality, call Oklahoma City Utilities Customer Services, 297-2833, or Skylar McElhaney at the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality, 570-1546.

Federal aid programs are available Here is FEMA’s summary of the key federal disaster aid programs that can be made available as needed and warranted under the president’s major disaster declaration: I Rental payments for temporary housing for those whose homes are unlivable. Initial assistance may be provided for up to three months for homeowners and at least one month for renters. I Grants for home repairs and replacement of essential household items not covered by insurance to make damaged dwellings safe, sanitary and functional. I Grants to replace personal property and help meet medical, dental, funeral, transportation and other serious disasterrelated needs not covered by insurance or other federal, state and charitable aid programs. I Unemployment payments up to 26 weeks for workers who temporarily lost jobs because of the disaster and who do not qualify for state benefits, such as self-employed individuals. I Low-interest loans to cover residential losses not fully compensated by insurance. Loans available up to $200,000 for primary residence; $40,000 for personal property, including renter losses. Loans are available up to $2 million for business property losses not fully covered by insurance. I Other relief programs include: Crisis counseling for those traumatized by the disaster; income tax assistance for filing casualty losses; advisory assistance for legal, veterans’ benefits and Social Security matters. I Those in the counties designated for assistance to affected individuals and business owners can begin the disaster application process by registering online at www.Disaster Assistance.gov or by calling (800) 621-3362 or via Web-enabled mobile device at m.fema.gov.

BY WILLIAM CRUM Staff Writer wcrum@opubco.com

MOORE — The congressional convoy moved through paved streets caked in mud and littered with splintered wood, bits of roofing and what looked to be classroom papers. Gov. Mary Fallin led Oklahoma’s congressional delegation Tuesday afternoon on a ground-level tour of Moore neighborhoods devastated by Monday’s tornado. “We’re strong people,” Fallin said. “We’re resilient. It’s going to be a challenge but we’ll get through this.” Elected officials said they were satisfied with the pace of the federal response, led by Craig Fugate, administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Fallin said she had received offers of help from President Barack Obama, governors of at least 25 states and corporate officials. The governor said residents of the devastated area had told her “how much they appreciate the first responders coming to help.” “Certainly they’re very sad and have broken hearts with those who were lost in the storm itself,” Fallin said. “Everyone was tremendously moved by the loss of life, especially our schoolchildren.” The cars, SUVs and vans in the convoy moved through streets where trees were swept of leaves, and cars and trucks were mashed and coated with a mix of grass, leaves and mud. Some houses were little more than piles of lumber and bricks. At Plaza Towers Elementary School, Rep. Tom Cole, R-Moore, said he had been to the building often and remembered it as “a happy place to visit.” Seeing it reduced to

rubble was “devastating,” he said. For all the destruction, he noted the school was the safest place to be in the immediate vicinity. “They just ended up in an awful place at the wrong time,” Cole said. Firefighters worked atop twisted metal near the front of the school as the elected leaders walked past Volume 1 of the Academic American Encyclopedia, which lay with school papers in a pile of lumber and concrete. A colorful map of the United States lay against a steel girder at the base of a debris pile topped by an overturned car. Trent Brennen, a Tulsa firefighter who spoke briefly with Cole, said his crew arrived about 2:30 Tuesday morning. No one had been found since then and Brennen said it would surprise him to find anyone. Areas where the schoolchildren were supposed to be had been thoroughly searched, he said. “We’ve done really well there,” Brennen said. The officials’ tour lasted more than an hour, beginning at Fire Station 1 off SW 19 Street, going past Plaza Towers on Eagle Drive and out to SW 4 Street. The convoy turned back south down Telephone Road to the Moore Medical Center, where Fallin met two boys who rode up on bicycles. One said he’d been looking for a place to volunteer. “That’s what makes Oklahoma great is the volunteers,” Fallin said. “Thank you guys.” The smell of gas was in the air across the street from the medical center, where cars were piled atop each other in the west parking lot. “It looks like a war area,” said Sen. Tom Coburn, RMuskogee.

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NATION | WORLD WASHINGTON WASHINGTON — A federal

appeals court Tuesday backed the U.S. government’s decision not to release photos and video taken of Osama bin Laden during and after a raid in which the terrorist leader was killed by U.S. commandos. The threejudge panel of the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia turned down an appeal from Judicial Watch, a conservative watchdog group, which had filed a Freedom of Information Act request for the images. The Defense Department said it didn’t turn up anything pertinent to the FOIA.

WASHINGTON — The

White House says President Barack Obama believes journalists shouldn’t be prosecuted for doing their jobs. White House spokesman Jay Carney says he can’t comment on any specific government investigation into leaks of classified information. But he says Obama believes the questions currently being asked about how to strike the balance between protecting national security and journalists’ freedom are entirely legitimate. He says Obama believes it’s vital to democracy that investigative reporters can do their jobs freely.

WASHINGTON — The

Peace Corps says it will begin accepting applications from same-sex domestic partners who want to serve together as volunteers overseas. Peace Corps Deputy Director Carrie HesslerRadelet says the change will diversify the pool of applicants who want to help improve the quality of education, health care and economic development in host countries around the world. Married couples have been serving together in the Peace Corps since the organization was founded in 1961.

WASHINGTON — The

Senate voted Tuesday to keep a $400 million annual cut — or roughly a half of 1 percent — to the food stamp program as part of a major fiveyear farm bill. Food stamps now cost almost $80 billion annually and are used by 1 in 7 Americans. The House and Senate have differed sharply on how much the domestic food aid should be cut, with the House version of the farm bill proposing to cut five times more than the Senate bill and change eligibility rules for recipients. The Senate Agriculture Committee included the small cut in its version of the farm bill in an effort to appease the House Republicans and also to end what its chairwoman, Sen. Debbie Stabenow,

D-Mich., said was a misuse of the program.

COURTS CALIFORNIA |

San Francisco — A federal

court Tuesday struck down Arizona’s ban on abortions after 20 weeks of pregnancy absent a medical emergency. The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals said the law violated a woman’s constitutionally protected right to terminate a pregnancy before a fetus is able to survive outside the womb. “Viability” of a fetus is generally considered to start at 24 weeks. Normal pregnancies run about 40 weeks. Nine other states have enacted similar bans starting at 20 weeks or even earlier. Several of those bans had previously been placed on hold or struck down by other courts. Judge Marsha Berzon, writing for the unanimous three-judge panel on the San Francisco-based court, said such bans before viability violate a long string of U.S. Supreme Court rulings starting with the seminal Roe v. Wade decision in 1973.

ARKANSAS | Little Rock — Arkansas’ state

treasurer has resigned after federal prosecutors accused her of taking cash payments from a broker who handled a large amount of the state’s investment portfolio. Democrat Martha Shoffner resigned effective Tuesday from the office she has held since 2007 and was re-elected to in 2010. She was barred by term limits from seeking re-election next year. Democrats and Republicans called for Shoffner to step down after the FBI arrested her in a sting operation. She’s accused of taking at least $36,000 in cash.

IOWA | Des Moines — A man suspected of abducting two girls from an Iowa bus stop has been found dead, and one of the girls is still missing, authorities said Tuesday. Dozens of federal, state and local law enforcement agents are searching for 15-year-old Kathlynn Shepard, who was abducted along with a 12-yearold girl on Monday. The younger girl was able to escape. The body of 42-year-old Michael Klunder was found Monday night at a rural property northeast of Dayton, according to the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation. His cause of death remains under investigation. FLORIDA | Orlando — The attorney for the last of the suspects charged in the death of a Florida A&M University drum major during a hazing ritual says his client won’t have to appear for an arraignment because he already entered a written not guilty plea. Darryl Cearnel was scheduled to be arraigned Tuesday in state court in Orlando. But attorney Anthony Britt says the previously entered plea satisfies that process. Cearnel was charged with manslaughter and felony hazing in March. Most of the other dozen defendants facing charges in the case were charged last year. WASHINGTON | Seat-

tle — The lawyer for the family of a missing Utah woman said Tuesday there’s an ongoing federal investigation into Susan Powell’s disappearance. Anne Bremner made the announcement at a Seattle news conference a day after local officials in Utah said they had closed their investigation into the Susan Powell case. “This is not over,” Bremner said.

ENTERTAINMENT NEW JERSEY | Atlantic City — “The Bachelor”

and “The Bachelorette” host Chris Harrison will again emcee the Miss America Pageant this September in Atlantic City, N.J. Harrison has hosted the telecast for the last four years. The Miss America Organization says he’ll be joined by Lara Spencer of “Good Morning America.” Spencer served as a judge for the 2012 pageant. The pageant will take place Sept. 15, officials said.

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Army Pfc. Bradley Manning, right, is escorted Tuesday into a courthouse in Fort Meade, Md., before a pretrial military hearing. Manning, who grew up in Oklahoma, is accused of sending hundreds of thousands of classified records to WikiLeaks. AP PHOTO

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ARIZONA | Phoenix —

Jodi Arias asked jurors Tuesday to give her life in prison, arguing she “lacked perspective” when she told a local reporter in an interview after she was convicted of murder that she preferred execution to spending the rest of her days in jail. Standing confidently but at times with her voice breaking, she told the same eight men and four women who found her guilty of firstdegree murder that she planned to use her time in prison to bring about positive changes. Arias admitted killing Travis Alexander and said it was the “worst thing” she had ever done. But she stuck to her story that the brutal attack — which included stabbing Alexander more than 30 times, shooting him in the head and nearly decapitating him — was her defense against abuse.

FORT MEADE, Md. — Lawyers in the court-martial of an Army private first class who is accused of sending more than 700,000 classified U.S. documents to WikiLeaks said Tuesday they have reached a deal that may eliminate the need for testimony from a member of the military team that killed Osama bin Laden. Prosecutors also agreed to accept Pfc. Bradley Manning’s guilty plea to a lesser version of one of the 22 counts he faces. About the agreement I Under the agreement, both the prosecution and defense teams would acknowledge at Manning’s trial next month that there is digital evidence indicating bin Laden saw some of the material Manning released. I The deal must be approved by Army Col. Denise Lind, who is the presiding judge.

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MIDDLE EAST LEBANON | Beirut —

Despite recent rebel setbacks in Syria’s civil war, the main opposition bloc signaled a tough line Tuesday on attending possible peace talks with President Bashar Assad’s regime. Two senior members of the Syrian National Coalition said the group first wants ironclad guarantees of Assad’s departure as part of any transition deal and more weapons for rebel fighters. Tuesday’s comments highlighted the wide gaps between many in the Syrian opposition and the regime just weeks before the U.S. and Russia hope to bring the sides together at an international conference in Geneva.

IRAN | Tehran — Iran’s election overseers removed potential wild-card candidates from the presidential race Tuesday, blocking a top aide of outgoing President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad and a former president who revived hopes of reformers. Their exclusion from the presidential ballot gives establishmentfriendly candidates a clear path to succeed Ahmadinejad, who has lost favor with the ruling clerics after years of power struggles. It also pushes moderate and opposition voices further to the margins as Iran’s leadership faces critical challenges such as international sanctions and talks with world powers over Tehran’s nuclear program.

A view of an iPhone in Washington, shows the Twitter and Facebook apps among others. A new poll finds that teens are sharing more about themselves on social media. AP PHOTO

Adults, drama push more teens to Twitter BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

WASHINGTON — Twitter is booming as a social media destination for teenagers who complain about too many adults and too much drama on Facebook, according to a new study published Tuesday about online behavior. The study found teens are sharing more personal information about themselves even as they try to protect their online reputations.

TEENS SPEAK I Teens told researchers there were too many adults on Facebook and too much sharing of teenage angst and inane details like what a friend ate for dinner. I “The key is that there are fewer adults, fewer parents and just simply less complexity and less drama,” said Amanda Lenhart of the Pew Research Center, one of the study’s authors.

POLL’S FINDINGS I 94 percent of teens who are social media users have a profile on Facebook — flat from the previous year. I 26 percent of teen social media users were on Twitter. That’s more than double the figure in 2011 of 12 percent. I More than 60 percent of the teens with Twitter accounts said their tweets were public, meaning anyone on Twitter can see what they write and publish. I About one-quarter of kids said their tweets were private. I 12 percent said they did not know whether their tweets were public or private.

WASHINGTON

ASIA JAPAN | TOKYO — Hundreds of people living just outside Japan’s Fukushima prefecture say they have been denied adequate compensation after the country’s 2011 nuclear disaster despite suffering elevated radiation levels. Nearly 700 residents from Hippo district in Miyagi prefecture, just northeast of Fukushima, filed a claim Tuesday with a government arbitration office demanding that they be given the same compensation as residents of Fukushima.

AMERICAS MEXICO | Coalcoman —

Mexico’s top security officials gathered Tuesday in the western state of Michoacan to launch a campaign with thousands of army troops to rescue towns besieged by the powerful Knights Templar drug cartel. Interior Secretary Miguel Osorio Chong and his national security team met with local officials in the state capital of Morelia at a time of escalating tension in Michoacan, where communities mistrustful of state authorities have been creating their own vigilante forces for protection against the cartels.

AFRICA SOUTH AFRICA |

JOHANNESBURG — There

were no bidders and no locksmiths willing to force entry for a scheduled auction Tuesday to sell artworks and other belongings of Nelson Mandela’s ex-wife. The bid to force Winnie MadikizelaMandela to pay an old debt for school fees for her grandniece failed. Court sheriff John Maluleke and two other officials were denied entry despite repeated ringing of the bell and banging on the metal gate. Lawyer Stephen Karnavos, of Alan Levy Attorneys, who listed the auction, said the former first lady owes nearly $5,000. FROM WIRE SERVICES

Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Patrick Leahy, D-Vt., left, confers Monday with Sen. Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., center, and Sen. Dianne Feinstein, D-Calif., as the Senate Judiciary Committee assembled to work on a landmark immigration bill. AP PHOTO

Senate panel OKs immigration bill BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

WASHINGTON — Far-reach-

ing legislation to grant a chance at citizenship to millions of immigrants living illegally in the United States cleared the Senate Judiciary Committee on a solid bipartisan vote Tuesday night after supporters somberly sidestepped a controversy over the rights of gay spouses. The 13-5 vote cleared the way for an epic showdown on the Senate floor.

ABOUT THE BILL I The proposal is one of President Barack Obama’s top domestic priorities yet also gives the Republican Party a chance to recast itself as more appealing to minorities. I In addition to creating a pathway to citizenship for 11.5 million immigrants, the legislation creates a new program for low-skilled foreign labor and would permit highly skilled workers into the country at far higher levels than is currently the case. I Under a last-minute compromise, the number of highly skilled workers admitted to the country

would rise to 110,000. I It requires the government to take costly new steps to guard against future illegal immigration.

DECISION CHEERED I “Yes, we can!” were the cheers from spectators witnessing the committee meeting. I Lawmakers, both Republicans and Democrats, noted that the Supreme Court may soon issue a ruling that renders the controversy moot.

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WEDNESDAY, MAY 22, 2013

MONOLOGUE

OPINION OUR VIEWS | TORNADO CHANGES ONE’S PERSPECTIVE

After Monday, ‘pressing matters’ not so important UDDENLY, all the talk of late-session wheeling and dealing by Oklahoma legislators doesn’t add up to much. The recent spike in gas prices in this area? Washington politics? It’s tough to get worked up about those issues today. Not when the bodies of children could be recovered from their grade school in Moore. Not when so many people are hospitalized, and residents in Moore face the grim task — again — of rebuilding after a massive tornado. All our everyday “pressing concerns” are exposed as almost trivial after a day like May 20, 2013. We felt the same way after May 3, 1999, when Moore was shredded by a twister. “May Third” became a part of our vocabulary, the standard against which all other storms in these parts were measured. Now May 20 is on the list, and Moore once again the victim. The devastation of May 3 — about 1,700 houses destroyed and 6,500 damaged in Oklahoma and Cleveland counties — was breathtaking. So too was the show of support, which helped the city recover. The same will happen again. It’s happening already, in ways large and small. Energy companies Chesapeake, Devon, Continental Resources and OGE Energy Corp. have pledged more than $6 million. Chesapeake said it was organizing hundreds of its employees to help tornado victims, and encouraged other local businesses to chip in. They will of course, because they always do when Oklahomans are in need. It’s known as The Oklahoma Standard. Kevin Durant of the Oklahoma City Thunder said his foundation will send $1 million to the Red Cross for disaster relief. A young man waiting tables Monday evening let his customers know that he would be donating his tips to the efforts in Moore. He tweeted a photo of one tip — two $100 bills and a $20. Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Matt Kemp, who grew up in Midwest City, is

donating $1,000 for every home run he hits between now and the all-star break. These are just a few examples. Gov. Mary Fallin said a bill is in the works at the Legislature that would allow the state’s Rainy Day Fund to be accessed if needed. This would provide an example of lawmakers — who spend so much time playing politics — doing something truly constructive. The fund is set aside for emergencies; the Moore tornado clearly qualifies. Using some of the current $600 million fund balance would help Moore and state law enforcement agencies recover overtime costs for emergency personnel. Lawmakers also should take seriously an effort by state Rep. Joe Dorman, D-Rush Springs, for a $500 million bond issue, with most of that going to pay for storm shelters at public schools. Republicans at the Capitol are no fans of bond issues, but this idea is worthy of discussion. President Barack Obama came through nicely for Oklahoma, a state that hasn’t shown him much love during his time in office. Obama issued a disaster declaration Monday to clear the way for federal assistance, and added Tuesday: “The people of Moore should know that their country will remain on the ground, there for them, beside them, for as long as it takes.” Oklahomans will lead the way in that regard. Shelters and aid stations were being flooded with supplies Tuesday, items donated by churches and civic groups and individuals from across the state. Other things, much less pressing things, can wait — our neighbors are hurting, and they need our help. “We’ve been through this before, unfortunately,” Moore City Manager Steve Eddy said Monday night. “I can tell you, though, that our citizens are resilient ... this community will recover.” With help from all of us, Moore will be back.

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REPEAL EFFORT IS UNDERWAY

Lawmakers should resist anti-Common Core push N a triumph of irrationality over reason, curriculum and appropriate teaching methHouse Speaker T.W. Shannon abruptly ods, just as we always have.” Given that Balannounced that lawmakers might try to lard has resisted even much state oversight repeal Common Core academic standards in of schools, it isn’t plausible to claim he’s a the legislative session’s final days. front man for federal takeover. “A lot of people are becoming very conHeather Sparks, the 2009 Oklahoma cerned about its ability to open the door for Teacher of the Year, praises Common Core as kind of a federal takeover of our education “a framework for a rigorous education” system,” Shannon said last week. “We’ve althat’s filled “at the local level.” ready seen it in our health care system.” Paul Risser, former chancellor of OklaThis comparison is legitimate only if Obahoma’s higher education system, notes macare were a state law that Shannon, RCommon Core standards “are not a national Lawton, voted to implement. In a call straight House Speaker curriculum” and that local school officials from the John Kerry political leadership play- T.W. Shannon still control “how teachers should teach.” book, Shannon was for Common Core before In contrast, a speaker at a recent Capitol he was against it. protest claimed Common Core was a “dangerous TroThe Common Core State Standards Initiative, spear- jan horse” tied to the United Nations. The group Oklaheaded by state governors and state education commis- homans for Sovereignty and Free Enterprise insists sioners, is meant to establish a set of clear, rigorous, Common Core is somehow connected to Obamacare multistate educational standards in English and math. and designed to “enable these technology systems (i.e. Participating states voluntarily adopt the standards — ‘standardized’ computer hardware and software sysas Oklahoma lawmakers (including Shannon) did in tems technology) to be interoperable,” predicting the 2010. Oklahoma received no federal money in return. standards will help create a “cradle-to-grave” elecThe standards aren’t unlike a recent Senate resolu- tronic record “on every single person.” The full blog is tion that calls for “collaboration between the states uti- actually weirder than the above nugget would suggest. lizing the McClellan-Kerr (navigation system) to estabAnother critic, Restore Oklahoma Public Education, lish goals to maintain the system for best use and iden- directs readers to a blog declaring Common Core a fedtify opportunities for future development ...” Shannon eral takeover of curriculum that is “one of the necessary supported that measure as well. requirements for the United States to comply with U.N. Common Core endorses such things as teaching Agenda 21,” a part of the “scheme” and “globalist agenthird-graders to “develop understanding of fractions as da” of ... George H.W. Bush. numbers” and expecting children to “read and compreWe kid you not. hend literature, including stories and poetry, in the In short, serious, credible local Oklahoma education grades 2-3 text complexity band proficiently” by the officials and civic leaders support Common Core as a end of second grade. Does achieving those goals really way to increase state education standards. Its oppoplace Oklahomans on the road to federal serfdom? nents embrace bizarre conspiracy theories that defy Keith Ballard, superintendent of Tulsa Public logic. Schools, declares Common Core “is not a ‘national Shannon and House members should align with the curriculum.’ We continue to make local decisions on first group, not the latter.

A new study found that women think men holding a guitar are more attractive, even if they’re not playing it. In a related story, guys with an accordion will die alone.” JIMMY FALLON

“LATE NIGHT WITH JIMMY FALLON”

Reality doesn’t fit the dream President Barack Obama believes in the public sector. He thinks it should be made ever more expansive and entrusted with ever more complicated tasks. Its unions should be powerful. It should be hailed by all the great and good, and attract the nation’s best and brightest. This is how the president portrays the public sector at a level of glittering generality. Then there’s the reality of all that government that is too big for him to monitor, the workings of which he learns about only when he reads the newspapers and watches TV. There’s the incompetence, the dishonesty and the self-justification. There’s the spectacular unfairness and the obtuseness, all exemplified in the Internal Revenue Rich Service scandal. Lowry The innocent explanation of the affair is that the IRS’s Cincinnati office was so poorly COMMENTARY run, it couldn’t manage to stop itself from discriminating against tea party organizations applying for 501(c)(4) status — for years. As it happens, the recent reporting on the Cincinnati office portrays a dreary backwater with all the elan of your local Department of Motor Vehicles. But not discriminating against organizations shouldn’t be overly difficult. It doesn’t require any technical expertise, just a modicum of fairness. The IRS couldn’t summon it. According to Lois Lerner, director of the Internal Revenue Service’s tax-exempt organizations division and the poster-bureaucrat for the scandal, there was a flood of applications for 501(c)(4)s that necessitated the “centralization” of the cases. The targeting of the tea party groups wasn’t targeting at all, but an efficiency measure gone awry. In fact, The Washington Post notes that the number of applications barely ticked up from 2009 to 2010, when the practice of selecting tea party groups began. It also makes no sense to respond to an overwhelming influx of applications with multiple rounds of intrusive and extraneous questions and with yearslong delays. That is a way to create a backlog, not to alleviate it. It is a way to create more work, not less. IRS functionaries still don’t think that they did anything wrong, in the sense that everyone else would understand it. Lerner maintains that the IRS workers “didn’t have the appropriate level of sensitivity about how this might appear to others, and it was just wrong.” But stringing along organizations from one side of the ideological spectrum, while quickly approving groups from the other, isn’t an appearance problem; it’s a real problem. Ousted acting IRS Commissioner Steven Miller told Congress that the agency was guilty of “horrible customer service,” which makes it sound like it delivered pizzas to the wrong address or failed to honor advertised discounts on merchandise.

Stringing people along If the IRS weren’t so blase about other people’s rights, it would have found a way to stop trampling them long ago. The IRS didn’t have the excuse of everyone else in Washington. It didn’t have to wait for the outcome of any inspectorgeneral report. It already knew it was guilty. It could have exposed its wrongdoing at any time, and thus ensured a stop would be put to it immediately through the blunt force of public outrage. It didn’t. Instead, it obfuscated and misled in congressional testimony, and strung everyone along. We are supposed to believe that IRS officials bungled at everything except keeping the agency’s own misconduct under wraps for as long as possible. They were ham-handed at everything except planting a question at an American Bar Association conference so Lerner could pre-empt the inspector general’s report — and do it, in classic Washington fashion, on a Friday the day before its release. President Obama has a dream of what the public sector represents. In his rhetoric, it is a shining expression of our togetherness. He might want to acquaint himself with the actual government over which he presides from such an Olympian distance, and adjust his enthusiasm accordingly. KING FEATURES SYNDICATE

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POINT OF VIEW | PREPARING STUDENTS FOR LIFE

Common Core offers a common vision BY KEITH BALLARD

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YOUR VIEWS

Waste of taxpayer money

Send letters to yourviews@ opubco.com or to Your Views, P.O. Box 25125, Oklahoma City, OK 73125. Word limit is 250. Include a postal address and telephone number. For other guidelines, go to www.newsok.com/voices/ guidelines or call (405) 475-3920.

“Bricktown parking plan could be stalled,” (Business, May 15) highlighted the need to reconsider the idea of a cityrun streetcar transit system in Oklahoma City. The reason streetcars became obsolete is the advent of the automobile, which is a more efficient mode of transportation. Consider that streetcars cost roughly double to operate and maintain, per vehicle mile, as buses. Additionally, there are no environmental advantages to be found when the electricity generated for a streetcar comes primarily from fossil fuels. In a city with low population density and a great need for improved infrastructure (crumbling bridges and roadways), I can think of no larger waste of taxpayer money than a streetcar system, especially if it’s going to derail the plans of private developers who are investing to improve parking and space in the here and now. There’s no doubt that public transportation and infrastructure should be addressed in Oklahoma City as we continue to grow, but a city-run amusement park ride is one of the most irresponsible ways to solve our needs. There are more worthy projects deserving of the $130 million allocated for the construction of an outdated transportation system. Jordan Brandenburg, Oklahoma City

The standards espoused by the NCTQ are asserted without explanation why the standard is essential or even valid. The NCTQ standards are simply one group’s beliefs how teachers should be prepared. The NCTQ determines whether a program meets standards by analysis of the syllabi, the course descriptions and how students are evaluated. This is a narrow and simplistic view of a complex scenario. The NCTQ uses unsupported, unclear and poorly defined research. I also disagree with your statement that new teachers “are often sent to the classroom and expected to figure things out as they go along …” Nothing is further from the truth! I have a degree in elementary education. I can say unequivocally that I was well-prepared in all aspects of the teaching profession. My future students will be well-served. Larry Spitzer, Blanchard

The streetcar system was approved by voters as part of the MAPS 3 initiative.

Spitzer is a 2013 graduate of the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma in Chickasha.

HOW NOT TO TEACH I respect Leon Zelby (Your Views, May 15), who knows more about engineering than I ever could, but I couldn’t disagree with him more. As a teacher I learned more on how not to teach while I was at the University of Oklahoma. Several professors I had seemed to look down on the fact that they were in the lecture hall; many were wondering when they could get back to their research and not taking the time to talk to students. Few teachers outside of the College of Education knew what it meant to teach, not just lecture, with great depth about their subject. They could know a lot about their discipline but if their message was bad then it could get lost in translation. How does that help students? LeRoy Blank was one of the few professors I had who understood this. He was never above slowing down, answering questions and admitting when he made a rare mistake instead of blazing through to make sure we got to a specific point on a timeline. Being able to read students and to change is what good teachers do to meet the needs of their students. This is why a one-size-fits-all approach doesn’t work in education. Now, if education were to move away from standardized testing, then a deeper knowledge would be essential to a teacher. Mark Webb, Yukon

NCTQ’S NARROW VIEW Regarding “Study shows need to better prepare teachers” (Our Views, May 10): I take exception to your endorsement of the study by the National Council on Teacher Quality evaluating the effectiveness of teacher training programs, and your recommendation that lawmakers “carefully review its findings on Oklahoma programs.” The NCTQ study is flawed at best and useless at worst. It does a disservice to programs across Oklahoma.

THREAT TO LIBERAL IDEAS I’ve been wondering how far down the wrong path this country has come when conservatives like members of the tea party and religious people like Billy Graham are Billy Graham considered a threat to this country. Think about it. I’m not a member of the tea party, but I support its beliefs. I’m also a Christian. Are people like me a threat? No, we love this country. So why are we under attack by the White House, the IRS and the Justice Department? The answer is clear: We’re a threat to their liberal ideas and their power base which they’re hanging onto in the government. They want big government and an end to our free-enterprise system. We don’t. All we can do is pray for our country, continue to share our beliefs and vote our convictions. Also, we can run for office. Change may come in 2014 and 2016 if people finally understand what’s really happening. Wayne Cribb, Yukon

OKC BARONS FILL VOID I’m a Thunder season ticket holder. Like many others, I’m sad to see the season come to an end. However, I want to let Thunder fans know that another great Oklahoma City team is in the playoffs: the Oklahoma City Barons. It’s exciting to watch these young men who are among the best in pro hockey. You can fill that sporting event void in your life by coming out to see a great game of hockey. The family will love it and you don’t even have to change your routine of coming downtown, parking and eating out before the game at 7 p.m. Bill Moore, Oklahoma City

GLEANINGS

Law of longevity takes toll What is it about presidents’ second terms that makes them seem so scandalridden? Simple: The iron law of longevity. All governments make mistakes, and all governments try to hide those mistakes. But the longer an administration is in office, the more errors it makes, and the harder they are to conceal. Just ask Richard M. Nixon, Ronald Reagan, Bill Clinton or George W. Bush, all of whom spent much of their second terms playing defense. The longevity rule caught up with Barack Obama last week as he wrestled clumsily with not one controversy but three: the Internal Revenue Service’s treatment of “tea party” groups, the Benghazi killings and the Justice Department’s seizure of Associated Press telephone records. Inevitably, the president’s Republican critics reached for historical comparisons: It’s another Watergate, said some. Anoth-

er Iran-Contra, said others. To the hyperbolic Rep. Steve King of Iowa, Benghazi alone was worse than Watergate and IranContra combined, “times maybe 10.” So far, though, the three imbroglios don’t add up to another Watergate; not even close. But there are enough unanswered questions to keep any administration tied up for months in congressional hearings, and that’s exactly what’s about to happen. ... Any second-term president has limited time after re-election to win legislative battles. Obama’s clock is already ticking; his agenda is already in trouble. If the remainder of 2013 is dominated by inquests that widen the partisan divide, the chances for bipartisan deal-making — especially a grand bargain on taxes and spending — will wane even further. — Los Angeles Times columnist Doyle McManus

implementation of Common Core will move students beyond the School is more than learnmemorization and regurgitation ing your ABCs and how to of facts and figures. They will be solve equations. We know challenged to develop a deeper that learning how to think understanding of subject matter. critically, work cooperatively Currently, there is too much and solve problems creatively testing. We do need to take a more are among the most imporcommon-sense approach to astant skills children need to be sessment. That said, there is no productive in a competitive reason to back away from these Keith Ballard global economy. higher standards. Educators and Oklahoma’s PASS standistrict leaders across Oklahoma dards are tougher than those in many oth- are working to develop materials and leser states, yet we are still falling short. Too son plans that will bring our new stanmany of our children leave school unpre- dards to life. pared for college or career. Common Core is not a “national curriIn 2010, Oklahoma was among 45 states culum.” We continue to make local decithat chose to adopt the Common Core sions on curriculum and appropriate State Standards for education. These new, teaching methods, just as we always have. higher standards are the result of a state- We have the flexibility to add standards on led initiative by governors, state superin- top of the Common Core framework to tendents and teachers — many from meet our needs. There is no loss of local Oklahoma. They will prepare all students control. for life beyond our doors, whether that’s Common Core complements our discollege, career training or the workplace. trict’s groundbreaking work in teacher Adoption of these standards means ev- and leader effectiveness. Tulsa Public ery student in our state will be held to Schools recently developed a teacher consistent, meaningful standards, re- evaluation system that has been adopted gardless of where they live or their family by 500 school districts across Oklahoma. background. This common-sense ap- We are committed to having effective proach has broad, bipartisan support, not teachers and leaders in every school. only in Oklahoma, but nationally. Teach- Common Core provides us with a valuers, parents, business leaders, policymak- able tool to provide consistency and a ers and higher education leaders all agree measure of accountability for performthat Common Core could be a game- ance. changer for our students and schools. Now more than ever, the global econoThe Common Core standards are my demands innovative thinking and high tough. They were developed through ex- expectations. Students need to have tensive research by educators in our state strong math and literacy skills in order to working with experts and teachers from compete. Common Core will help to across the country. Common Core will equip every child with the skills and push our students to read at higher levels knowledge necessary to lead Oklahoma earlier in their school careers. It will also into the 21st century. require that 70 percent of all texts read in Ballard is superintendent of Tulsa Public Schools. 12th grade be nonfiction. I especially like the fact that successful JOLIE’S NEWS HIGHLIGHTS AN IMPORTANT QUESTION

A case of patented genes WASHINGTON — Angelina Jolie’s genes threatened to kill her. But, for the time being anyway, she doesn’t own them. Jolie revealed last week that she chose to undergo a double mastectomy after testing positive for the BRCA1 mutation. That genetic glitch meant Jolie’s risk of developing breast cancer was as high as 87 percent; her mother died of ovarian cancer at age 56. Jolie’s news highlights an arcane but increasingly important question of patent law. As the sequencing of the human genome has expanded the ability to test for such genetic susceptibilities, is the discovery of the gene itself a patentable invention? The practical consequences are enormous. Would allowing companies that identify such genes to hold patents on them provide an incentive to useful discoveries? Or would it have the perverse effect of impeding research by allowing Angelina Jolie revealed she underwent one patent-holder to lock up work on a double mastectomy after testing the gene, and, simultaneously, hurting positive for a gene mutation. consumers by driving up costs and PETAR PISMESTROVIC/CAGLE CARTOONS availability? As it happens, the Supreme Court is figuring out where to snip the gene sepoised to decide this issue in a case inquence was more like extracting sap volving a Utah company, Myriad Genetfrom the plant than plucking it from the ics, and its patents on the BRCA1 and ground. BRCA2 mutations. Myriad asserts that it has allowed Patent law extends protections to thousands of researchers to study the “any new and useful process, machine, BRCA genes and permitted second opinmanufacture, or composition of matter.” ions. Reversing three decades of practice But natural products or laws of nature by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office cannot be patented. Think of the differthat genes can be patented, it argues, ence between gold (not patentable) and a would deter other companies and inmethod of extracting gold vestors from engaging in (patentable). valuable research. Those challenging MyrThis is the kind of case iad’s patents, the Associthat makes you glad you’re Ruth ation for Molecular Panot a Supreme Court jusMarcus thology and the American tice, but there are two Civil Liberties Union, compelling touchstones argue that genes are more that led me to come down like gold, or, as Justice against Myriad’s patent. COMMENTARY Samuel Alito put it when The first is James Watthe case was argued last month, a previ- son, co-discoverer of the double helix ously unknown plant found in the Ama- structure of DNA and a pioneer in the zon. Simply because it took an explorer human genome project. “The human the effort to find that plant and bring it genome’s ability to be our instruction home does not entitle him to a patent — book on life distinguishes human DNA although a process for extracting sap from all other chemicals covered by the from the plant, or using it to treat a patent laws,” Watson wrote in a powerful disease, would be patentable. Similarly, friend-of-the-court brief. “The inthe BRCA genes, yanked from their natformation contained in our genes lets us ural habitat, are not themselves eligible predict our future. … This information for a patent. should not be monopolized by any one Moreover, they argue, Myriad’s patent individual, company or government.” in this case has frustrated scientific inThe second is a 51-year-old New York quiry, not enabled it. Other labs have woman, Kathleen Maxian, who was been blocked from studying the genes. diagnosed with late stage ovarian cancer Patients have been harmed because — after her sister Eileen tested negative Myriad’s monopoly has resulted in false for the BRCA mutation. Maxian figured negatives due to the company’s decision that her sister’s breast cancer was a sad to exclude certain mutations; the uncoincidence. Then she discovered that availability of confirmatory testing; and Eileen had not been given the full BRCA higher costs in the absence of competscreening. After extensive surgery and itors in the market. The mutations are chemotherapy, Kathleen Maxian has “decisions that were made by nature, suffered two recurrences. not by Myriad,” lawyer Christopher “What if there were other labs doing Hansen told the court. this?” she wondered in a telephone conMyriad, for its part, contends that the versation. “Would Eileen have been capacity to isolate the BRCA genes was given the full test? And would you and I the product of “human ingenuity,” a not be having this conversation?” WASHINGTON POST WRITERS GROUP classic test of patentability, and that

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Friends and relatives go through the debris of Richard Cope’s house Tuesday in the Country Club Estates in Newcastle.

Newcastle: ‘It’s my cats I miss,’ woman says BY JANE GLENN CANNON Staff Writer jcannon@opubco.com

NEWCASTLE — Janet Cope sat inside her car in the pouring rain Tuesday, parked in front of the rubble that used to be her house, and watched for signs of life. She hoped to see her Siamese cats — Loki and Rio — come crawling out from beneath the debris. “Do you think they could still be alive?” she asked. “I’m afraid they’re underneath all that, but maybe they got out. Maybe they’ll come back. I’m hoping.” Cope’s husband, Richard, combed through the rubble of the house in the Country Club Estates Addition, just north of State Highway 37, helped by a neighbor whose house was mangled but still standing. Sharon Bearden said she rode out the storm by hiding in an interior closet. The Copes’ house was one of 14 leveled in their addition. In the neighboring Cedar Creek Addition, also north of SH 37, another 20 or so homes were destroyed. The houses were fodder for a tornado that cut across both additions, grew and expanded, then traveled east along the Canadian River before plowing into Moore. Richard Cope said he was en route home when the tornado struck. “I had left home about 11 a.m. to go for lunch and to check on a job. I was on my way back and about two miles south of the house when it hit. I could see it in the distance,” he said. “It was a stovepipe. It went from a stovepipe to a giant wedge, and that’s the tornado that hit Moore.” Cope shot photos of the narrow funnel that leveled his and other homes in the Country Club and Cedar Creek neighborhoods, and then photographed the expanding wedge tornado as it moved on past, traveling like a devouring monster toward Moore. Ian Crittendon, Newcastle’s assistant emergency manager, said the tornado did “an astounding amount of damage to a limited area.” One man was taken to a hospital with a leg injury, and some residents reported minor injuries, he said, “but that’s all. That’s pretty amazing. In the big picture, we got very, very lucky.” The rest of Newcastle suffered little or no damage, he said. The Interstate 44 bridge was closed for several hours because spans from an old trestle bridge next to it came loose and blew onto it. The debris was cleared and the

Richard Cope on Tuesday places his bow and other things in the back of his truck. He recovered the truck from his house in the Country Club Estates in Newcastle. His house was one of the 14 in his addition to be leveled by Monday’s tornado. PHOTOS BY DAVID MCDANIEL, THE OKLAHOMAN

bridge reopened by Tuesday. All the houses destroyed or damaged were worth from $250,000 to $400,000 or more, Crittendon said. “They were beautiful neighborhoods. These were dream homes for most,” he said.

Sifting through rubble Tuesday, heedless of rain, people picked through the rubble looking for anything they could salvage, searching mostly for pictures and small possessions, as most of the large furniture was in ruins. Carpets, curtains, rugs and towels hung in tree branches. Pieces of sheet metal were wrapped around the trunks. An American flag was draped across the mangled wall of one home. In the collapsed houses, pieces of color stood out from the wreckage: children’s toys, clothes, the twisted wheels of bicycles. Richard Cope said he and his wife moved there in December from Duncan to be close to their children, who live in Newcastle. “I don’t know what we’ll do now,” Janet Cope said. “I don’t know if I want to stay here or not after this.” While their house was being built, she said, she and her husband had lived at the Newcastle Hotel. Monday, when she realized they no longer had a home, she telephoned the hotel manager. “I asked him if he had any room for us, and he said, ‘Well, you can have your old room back,’ ” she said. The Copes say they’ve lost all their possessions, salvaging mainly a stack of soggy photographs and a few knickknacks. “I don’t care so much for us,” Janet Cope said, “not when I think about those kids in Moore that died. What happened to us is nothing in comparison to what’s happened to those

people. And I don’t mind so much losing our house. It’s my cats I miss. I’m still hoping they’re out there somewhere alive.” CONTRIBUTING:

WRITER SARAH LOBBAN

TORNADO RELIEF

Food vendors mobilize for Moore residents, rescuers Tiep Nguyen, with Heo’s, prepares food for rescue workers inside his mobile kitchen as volunteers work to aid tornado victims and rescuers Tuesday in Moore. Heo’s was among many restaurants and vendors who went to the streets to feed people Tuesday. PAGE 19A

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Police say arson death suspect sought to get back at her ex BY TIM WILLERT Staff Writer twillert@opubco.com

A woman suspected in the arson death of a 7year-old boy who was left home alone planned to rob the residence to get back at her ex-husband, court records show. Lorese Paulina Cruz, 26, and Julio Cesar Nevarez, 19, both of Oklahoma City,

were arrested Friday and booked into the Oklahoma County jail on complaints of murder, arson and burglary, authorities said. Adrian Roberto Avalos was found in the house at 2533 SW 51 when firefighters were called about 11:50 p.m. April 28. A witness told police Cruz said she was responsible for the child’s death, adding that she was angry

at her ex-husband, Tony Guillen, according to a probable cause affidavit. Adrian lived at the house with his mother, Noemi Lopez, and Guillen, who were at a bar until 2 a.m., neighbors said.

Burglary scheme told Cruz said her ex-husband was not paying child support for their daughter and she planned the bur-

CONVICTED

glary to steal money, drugs and anything else of value, the witness told police. Investigators recovered a missing television and computer at the home of Nevarez’s parents, police reported. Nevarez and Cruz are boyfriend and girlfriend. Nevarez denied going to the residence and participating in the burglary, telling investigators he and

Cruz told two Hispanic men which house to burglarize and what to take, according to the affidavit. He told investigators that he and Cruz were unaware there was a child in the house, police reported. Cruz denied any knowledge of the crimes to investigators, but told the witness exactly where the fire started and said gasoline was used, police said.

Adrian Roberto Avalos

Adrian was a first-grader at nearby Coolidge Elementary. School officials are planning to honor him Friday with a tree planting ceremony and balloon release at 8:30 a.m. on the school’s playground.

Jury says Bryan guilty of murdering her husband in 2011

Rebecca Bryan, left, listens to her defense attorney, Gary James, right, give closing arguments Tuesday in the Canadian County Courthouse in El Reno. PHOTOS BY STEVE GOOCH, THE OKLAHOMAN

Canadian County Assistant District Attorney Paul Hesse listens to James’ closing arguments Tuesday.

BY BRYAN DEAN

gun box kept under her mattress. She was known to carry the gun in her purse. The utility room was not on the path Rebecca Bryan repeatedly said the killer took as he entered and exited the home. She said she followed the intruder out her garage door after he shot her husband and saw him get into a small dark pickup. “If this person immediately after shooting Keith Bryan departed the house out the garage door, how

Staff Writer bdean@opubco.com

EL RENO — Rebecca Bryan shed no tears Tuesday when jurors found her guilty of murdering her husband, just as friends testified she didn’t cry after he was shot in their Mustang home on Sept. 20, 2011. It took jurors about four hours to find Bryan, 54, guilty of killing Nichols Hills Fire Chief Keith Bryan because of her ob-

session with a former lover. The jury choose a sentence of life without parole. Prosecutors did not seek the death penalty. Bryan got a hug and an apology from her attorney, Gary James, after the verdict was read. Evidence found in the dryer in her utility room — including her Ruger .380 LCP pistol — convinced jurors her story of an intruder shooting Keith Bryan for not hiring him was fiction.

Rebecca Bryan

The case went to the jury about 1 p.m. after both sides made their closing statements. Assistant Dis-

trict Attorney Paul Hesse focused on inconsistencies in the story Rebecca Bryan gave investigators after the shooting and her behavior both before and after Keith Bryan’s death. The items found in the dryer were the key evidence in the case. The gun, which was matched to the bullet used to shoot Keith Bryan, a spent shell casing and a left-handed rubber glove were found wrapped in a bullet-riddled blanket. The gun was matched by serial number to the

Shawnee-area tornado carved a familiar path BY ANDREW KNITTLE Staff Writer aknittle@opubco.com

SHAWNEE — Pat “Millie” Mitchell has lived in the Steelman Estates trailer park for years, but the feisty senior said those days are over. Three years ago, on May 10, 2010, a deadly tornado traced a nearly identical path through the Shawnee area. Many survivors of Sunday’s twister pointed in the distance to the path of the May 2010 storm. “It got that barn and those houses right south of State Highway 102, you can see it from here,” Mitchell said, motioning to the north of the trailer park. “This second one, on Sunday, that’s about

enough for me.” Mitchell jokingly said she was going to move into her neighbor’s “lakeside property.” “It’s fully stocked,” the neighbor said. “Go right ahead.” Other residents expressed doubt about returning to Steelman Estates, but most said they were undecided at this point. Like many other residents of the trailer park, Mitchell and her husband took refuge in a community storm shelter. Moments later, the tornado hit. “It sounded like 15,000 jets,” Mitchell said a day after the tornado nearly destroyed all of the 85 or so SEE PATH, PAGE 19A

Residents of Steelman Estates in Bethel Acres sift through the remains of their homes Monday after a violent tornado ripped through the neighborhood Sunday. PHOTO BY JIM BECKEL, THE OKLAHOMAN

could they have deposited that gun, the blanket and the casing in the dryer without the defendant knowing about it?” Hesse asked. James tried to raise doubt by citing mistakes made by Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation agents as they searched the Bryan home in the hours after the shooting. Agents didn’t fingerprint or DNA test many items, including the gun SEE BRYAN, PAGE 22A

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How to help victims FROM STAFF REPORTS

By Tuesday afternoon, more than 3,000 people had applied to volunteer with the American Red Cross’s relief efforts in Oklahoma City, and a third of those had gone through orientation classes. Calling the response an “amazing outpouring of support that truly exemplifies the ‘Oklahoma Spirit,’ the Red Cross said in a news release that it had met current volunteer needs for the disaster. The organization still is asking for monetary donations to buy needed supplies. To donate, go to www.redcross.org/okc, call 228-9500 or text REDCROSS to 90999 to make a $10 donation from your mobile device.

Donation drop-offs Top needed items are bottled water, Gatoradetype sports drinks, work gloves, individually wrapped snacks and baby care items like diapers, baby wipes and formula, but each group lists slightly different things. See a list of locations for drop-offs online at News OK.com.

Cash donations requested Financial donations will allow disaster relief agencies to purchase whatever

items are deemed necessary without resulting in the additional burden of securing warehouse space and volunteers to work the donated product.

Search for loved ones Safeandwell.org is the Red Cross site where you can register yourself as safe, or search for friends and family members. Call 211 for nonemergency services and information. For information about preserving photos, go online to Operation Photo Rescue at www.operationphotorescue.org. If you have a found item that you’d like to share, post it at www.facebook. com/MooreTornado LostAndFound.

Shelter for volunteers

Benefits

Lost and found

I CrossPointe Church is opening up its community center to volunteers from other areas who are coming to help with relief efforts and need a place to stay. If you are sponsoring a group coming to help, call Brandy White at 3295405 to make arrangements. I Sparkrelief.org is a registered nonprofit that has designed a website for individuals and organizations in Oklahoma to find and offer relief of any kind.

If you are looking for help after the recent storms, these agencies are offering shelter and additional support, including charging for your wireless devices.

Disaster assistance To apply for disaster assistance individuals and business owners may call (800) 621-FEMA (3362) or go online to www.disaster assistance.gov.

Missing persons If you need to report a Moore resident missing after the storms, contact the Moore Police Department at 799-4357. Reports of missing Oklahoma City residents can be made by calling 297-1129 or walk-in reports are being taken at St. Andrews Church, 2727 SW 119.

Find someone or register yourself safe People can register on the Red Cross Safe and Well website at www.red cross.org and clicking on the “List Yourself or Search Registrants” link under “How to Get Help”. Those who can’t access a computer can call (800) RED CROSS, or (800) 7332767, and one of the operators can help you register.

Bulk shopping and free power Central Oklahoma Sam’s Clubs are temporarily waiving membership requirements to support residents and communities affected in Monday’s tornadoes. The clubs are also establishing free power stations so community members without power can recharge their phones, laptop computers, and other electronic devices. Locations are: 3400 W Main in Norman, 5510 SW 5, 9000 NW Passage and 1900 Memorial in Oklahoma City, 6521 SE 29 in Midwest City.

Charging stations Verizon Wireless is deploying multiple charging stations to central Oklahoma. Charging stations are equipped with emergency phones, Internet access, laptop computers and charging capability. Locations for these charging stations are: Red Cross Shelter, 201 S Howard in Moore; Home Depot parking lot, SW 19 and Telephone Rd in Moore; and Shawnee High School, 1001 N Kennedy in Shaw-

nee. A 53-foot mobile support unit to for residents of Moore and surrounding areas will be located at the Red Cross Shelter located at 201 S Howard in Moore. This unit is equipped with emergency phones, charging stations and Internet capability.

Lost pets

I To find displaced animals, a website has been set up where found animals and their locations will be listed. Go online to www.okclostpets.com. I Central OK Humane Society is accepting donations to be used to help animals hurt or displaced in the storm. To donate, go online to OKhumane.org. I Animal Resource Center is taking in stray pets. The center is in need of supplies (dog food, etc.). 7941 S I-35 Service Rd (I-35 and Shields), 6042892. I Organizations that provide support for dogs and owners affected by Monday’s tornado can receive assistance from the American Kennel Club and AKC Companion Animal Recovery Canine Support and Relief Fund. Pet owners and shelters in need can call (212) 696-8228 or email sxs2@akc.org for more information. People who would like to donate to the relief fund can go to www.okcdogs.org.

Tetanus shots The Oklahoma CityCounty Health Department (OCCHD) will be offering tetanus shots today to rescue workers, volunteers, and residents in areas that are affected by this week’s tornadoes. OCCHD will be sending a team to locations in affected areas to give tetanus shots. Tetanus shots are recommended for anyone who hasn’t received a tetanus booster shot within the last 10 years. Tetanus is also known as “lockjaw”, which can develop when toxins produced by Clostridium tetani bacteria causes uncontrollable muscle spasms. For residents with transportation, the department will be offering tetanus shots at which is 921 NE 23, just to the East of the Oklahoma History Museum. Other health department services will continue as normal.

Preserving memories If you find photographs in the debris after Mon-

To see updated details about how to help Oklahoma tornado victims, scan the QR code below or go online to NewsOK.com.

Medical

Locations of Oklahoma Blood Institute donor centers and mobile blood drives can be found at www.obi.org. Anyone 16 years or older and in good health can generally donate blood. Those with Onegative and Rh-negative blood types are most needed. Additionally, 10 casinos in the Oklahoma City metro area will host blood drives later this week. Find the list online at NewsOK.com.

How to get help FROM STAFF REPORTS

The site provides an interactive map with icons indicating various types of assistance including shelters and other services. Individuals can also register to offer help, housing or other services to those in need by calling (724) 4361010.

MORE OPTIONS

I Yumare Mexican Folkloric Dancers plans a benefit car wash for victims of May 20 tornadoes at 9 a.m. Saturday at Advance Auto Parts Oklahoma City, 2520 SW 29. Information: 634-0265 I McNellie’s Pubs in Norman, Tulsa and Oklahoma City will donate all proceeds from all Oklahoma beer sold until the end of the month. I Allied Arts has partnered with S&B Burger Joints and will donate 10

percent of all sales through Sunday to the Red Cross of Central and Western Oklahoma. For more information, call 278-8944. I Norman Arts Council and Chipotle at 1641 24th Ave. NW in Norman are partnering from 5 to 9 p.m. Wednesday to raise funds for tornado relief. The arts council will keep people up to date with more information about benefits and donations needed online at http://www.norman arts.org/2013/05/art-formoore-tornado-relief. I Two concerts already scheduled for this weekend at Oklahoma City’s Blue Door listening room have been transformed into tornado benefit shows. For tickets and information, go to www.bluedoorokc.com or www.ticketstorm.com. CONTRIBUTING: RICK ROGERS, BRANDY MCDONNELL, HEATHER WARLICK, LILLIE-BETH BRINKMAN, DIANA BALDWIN

SHELTERS I Little Axe Resource Center, 1970 156th Ave. NE, Norman, 364-7298 lots of available I Carney Oklahoma Senior Center, 301 E. Maple, Carney, 301 Maple Ave, Carney, 865-2678 I Shawnee High School Athletic Center, 1001 N Kennedy, Shawnee, performing arts, 214-7130 or 275-3084 I Moore Community Center, 201 S Howard, Moore, 793-5091 I Newcastle Storm Shelter, 851 N Carr, Newscastle 387-4594 I Journey Church 3801 Journey Parkway Norman, OK 73072 I35 and Tecumseh 292-2500 I Oklahoma Baptist University 500 W University Shawnee, call Michael Burns, OBU director of residential life, at 308-7336 I Fresh Start Community Church, 309 N Eastern Ave. Moore, 794-7313 I City Rescue Mission, 800 W California Ave. 73106 I Oakcrest Church of Christ, 1111 SW 89, 6315534. I Chabad Jewish Center of Oklahoma City, 3000 W Hefner Road, 286-0900. I Victory Church, 4300 N MacArthur, 787-4200 I University of Oklahoma, Walker Tower Center, 1400 Asp Ave. Norman, 325-2511 I Trinity Church of the Nazarene, 7301 S Walker Ave, 632-3307 I Graceway Baptist Church, 1100 SW 104, 6911934. I Fifth Street Missionary Baptist Church, 801 NE 5, 235-6031.

day’s tornadoes, a website offers instructions on how best to preserve the photos. www.operationphoto rescue.org/2012/11/ savingphotos-after-hurricanesandy. Also check out this lost-and-found Facebook page for missing items: www.facebook.com/ MooreTornadoLostAnd Found.

Science Museum Oklahoma Science Museum Oklahoma will open its doors free to those affected by the tornadoes in Shawnee and Moore with proof of residence. Additionally, the museum will serve as a drop-off point for relief donations. Citizens may donate bottled water, Gatorade-type sports drinks, diapers, baby wipes, baby formula and canned foods at the museum box office during operating hours.

Dialysis Fresenius Medical Care has set up a hotline at (800) 626-1297 for people who need dialysis but are without power. Patients can call about local treatment options.

IBC Bank hotline IBC Bank has established a telephone hotline as a resource for customers who were affected by the tornado. A team of executives and senior bankers will take customer inquiries at 841-8919 and will address each caller’s situation on a case-by-case basis.

Oklahoma City Community Foundation The Oklahoma City Community Foundation has established a Tornado Recovery Fund to provide assistance for intermediate and long-term recovery efforts. Find out more at https://www.occf.org/ tornadorecoveryfund.

Food The American Red Cross is offering meals and snacks to affected residents at the Absentee Shawnee Tribe Resource located at 1970 156th Avenue NE. If you are in need of shelter, the Red Cross can assist.

Free eye exams

I Dr. Kenneth Guthrie, 13421 N Pennsylvania Ave., offering free eye exams for victims who lost glasses or contacts or had eye injuries. For information, call 753-9006. Also, Eyemart Express making and donating free glasses. I Vision Source will host an eye care clinic from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 28-31 at Graceway Baptist Church at 1100 SW 104. Glasses and contacts will be available at no charge to victims of the tornado. Victims should bring their badges that show they’re tornado victims. Volunteers are organizing a variety of eye-related services for the event. CONTRIBUTING: LILLIE-BETH BRINKMAN, RICK ROGERS

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How to cope BY CARLA HINTON Religion Editor chinton@opubco.com

In the aftermath of deadly tornadoes that ravaged the state, clergy and counselors offered solace and advice for griefstricken residents. The Rev. Jim Pittman, an ordained Southern Baptist minister who serves as a chaplain at Mercy Health Center, said most storm victims are likely still in shock from the catastrophic events “Grief is like moving in place but you’re not going anywhere. It’s very draining,” he said Tuesday. “It’s a shock. They can feel like they are moving in one speed and others are moving in another.” Pittman said people should be allowed many opportunities to talk about what they went through, even if they repeat their stories over and over. Talking about the tragedy and having someone simply listen is the beginning of coping, he said. The chaplain said he encourages victims and people in crisis to take care of themselves although that might be the last thing on their mind. “They are so focused on losing a loved one or losing property, they can use a lot of energy staying up hour after hour,” he said. “Some will say ‘I can’t eat,’ but when day five is over they will say ‘why do I feel weak.’ ” Pittman recommended those reeling from the loss of loved ones and property loss, allow people to help and support them during the difficult days ahead. He said they should not shy away from anger because it is a natural part of grief. Pittman said also reaching out to help others often helps when a loss is suffered. Rabbi Vered Harris, leader of Temple B’nai Israel, 4901 N Pennsylvania Ave., said it is important to realize things that happen might be random but how people respond is not. She said grieving residents should be supported in any way possible. “Grief is an important part of healing,” Harris said. “People whose lives are forever changed deserve to have their grief respected and their losses recognized. This is a sacred calling for those whose lives remain intact after these devastating tornadoes. As much as we wish no one ever had to suffer, perhaps we can see their suffering as our chance to be partners with God in offering love, sup-

GOING ON ‘HOPE FOR THE HEARTLAND’ PRAYER SERVICE When: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday. Where: Portland Avenue Baptist Church, 1301 N Portland Ave. Information: 942-5539.

port and help in any way possible.” The Rev. Rick Carter, senior pastor of Beth Haven Baptist Church, 12400 S Western Ave., said he had already talked to several people who questioned the Lord’s love in the wake of the tragedy that unfolded across the state in a twoday period. Carter said he knew this issue would arise for many reasons, particularly because his church was destroyed in the May 3, 1999, tornado, and he had dealt with such queries then. “God never chose to prevent suffering and death. He chose to overcome,” Carter, who also is a grief counselor, said Tuesday. “That’s the message of the Gospel and that’s really the message of the cross — we have hope beyond death and beyond loss of any things or possessions.” The Rev. Terry Bates, pastor of Faith Church, 800 S Portland Ave., shared similar sentiments. “The first thing people have to realize is that God is not the author of these things. I tell people don’t label this an act of God,” Bates said. “The Bible clearly states that it rains on the just and the unjust. Nature doesn’t pick and choose.” Both Pittman and Carter said support groups for the grieving are available at some local churches and other organizations. They each said they recommend that grieving individuals join such a group where help and support is readily available. Carter said his church has a Care After Loss Ministry (CALM) support group which meets at 6:30 p.m. every Tuesday at the church. Bates said his church has a grief support ministry as well and he encouraged the greater faith community to “wrap their arms around” tornado victims. “The Body of Christ needs to step up to the plate right now to help families deal with losing their loved ones. We need to think long term.”

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Chefs, restaurateurs, others help stave off hunger during tornado relief efforts BY DAVE CATHEY Food Editor dcathey@opubco.com

The Oklahoma Cityarea food service community mobilized Tuesday to support rescue workers with food trucks, donation drops and a benefit planned for Sunday at the Myriad Gardens. Jinny Chen, working on behalf of the Fraternal Order of Police of Oklahoma, is organizing local food trucks and chefs to feed rescue workers and victims of Monday’s tornado. Sarah Bui, of Heo’s Kitchen, parked at the Lowe’s at 1501 S Interstate 35 Service Road in Moore to serve those in need Tuesday afternoon. Alan Bouda, owner of Wild Al’s Food Truck and president of the Oklahoma City Food Truck Association, led a group of trucks later in the evening to the same spot, where they served food until it ran out. The trucks took food donations from U.S. Foods, Enid-based Advance Food Co. and Oklahoma City-based Kelley Brokerage. Heo’s Kitchen used ingredients donated by the Super Cao Nguyen Market. Chen said she plans to organize food trucks throughout the rescue and recovery operation, which will require more help from the public. Chen said people can help bolster the food supply by donating via PayPal at wildals.webs. com. Chen said the police group has set up a post to

cook for workers and victims, and is seeking chefs and restaurant professionals to staff the grills. “We need responsible cooks to maintain a certain level of quality and cleanliness to best serve those at work in the storm-ravaged area,” Chen said. To volunteer, call Chen at 326-2705. I Chefs Ryan Parrott, Guy Romo and Jonathan Turney began cooking for Federal Emergency Management Agency workers Tuesday. Parrott said his crew is well set on food for “the next couple of days” but is still seeking napkins, plates, plasticware and togo boxes. Parrott said snacks also are sought. “We’re going to serve them a hot meal,” Parrott said. “But we still need individually packaged foods like power bars or chips so we can send the workers back into the field with a snack and a bottle of water.” Parrott said donations of food or paper goods can be made at Matthew Burch’s Urban Agrarian Market, 1235 SW 2 St. Burch added that breakfast foods and coffee also are sought. Burch said if you have items you think will be helpful, call 231-1919 to arrange delivery. I Operation Barbecue Relief arrived in Moore on Tuesday. The not-forprofit group was formed in 2011 in support of the tornado in Joplin, Mo., and has supported victims and workers at five disaster sites since. Local pitmaster

James Trina, with Heo’s, prepares food for rescue workers Tuesday inside his mobile kitchen as volunteers work to aid tornado victims and rescuers in Moore. PHOTO BY STEVE SISNEY, THE OKLAHOMAN

Russ Garrett said Operation Barbecue Relief will be in town as long as it takes. Ben. E. Keith Foods donated the beef. I McNellie’s pubs in Norman, Tulsa and Oklahoma City announced all proceeds from Oklahoma beers sold until the end of the month will be donated. I Allied Arts has partnered with S&B Burger Joints and will donate 10 percent of all sales through Sunday to the Red Cross of

Cross. Fleischfresser said there will be no charge for the meal, but asks that people make a donation of at least $35. Fleischfresser said people can expect “spontaneous cuisine” made from locally donated ingredients. The restaurant holds about 80 people. The event is first-come, first-served, but hosts will take names at the entrance and text those waiting for seats.

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mobile homes there. “It came right over us, real low. It was overwhelming. It sounded like jet engines, that’s the best description I can give. “I and another lady just dropped to our knees, because we knew the trailer park was gone.” The women were right. When they emerged from their hiding place, the once busy park was eerily quiet, save for the haunting sound of hissing natural gas. Mitchell said the tornado deposited a hot tub into her trailer but left some things in her home oddly undisturbed. “The towels were still on the rack, like they’d never been touched,” she said. “The chest in the bedroom is just fine, clothes in it dry and clean. “My cabinets are all tore to pieces but the kitchen utensils are still hanging up.” Her two dogs, “a fat Chihuahua and an Akita,” survived inside Mitchell’s badly damaged trailer. Others were not as lucky. Mangled cars and trucks were tossed about like children’s toys in a sandbox. A SpongeBob SquarePants blanket hung from a tree, blowing in the wind. Many trailers were nearly destroyed. The one that once housed Glen Irish, one of two people killed by Sunday’s storms in central Oklahoma, was literally wiped away. Parts and pieces of Irish’s trailer were thrown across the gravel road and beyond. Irish’s body was lying in the small yard in front of Mitchell’s trailer. It was obvious the 79-year-old was dead, she said. Mitchell said her grandson covered Irish with a sheet. He’d been thrown about 40 yards by the twister. “We didn’t know Mr. Irish too well ... he had lived here, I don’t know,

But it does make you nervous ... but this is Oklahoma — you can get hit anywhere.” AMBER ASH

LIVES IN STEELMAN ESTATES NEAR SHAWNEE

about 10 years. He kept to himself,” Mitchell said. “He was a good neighbor, though, like we all are.” Sunday’s other tornado victim was Billy Hutchinson, 76, the state medical examiner reported. Hutchinson was identified by the medical examiner as a Shawnee resident, but it was not clear where he was at the time of the storms.

Members of the Chickasaw Nation search and rescue group dig through debris Monday to locate a kitten buried in the rubble of a mobile home destroyed in Sunday’s tornado at the Steelman Estates Mobile Home Park near Shawnee. AP PHOTO

‘This is Oklahoma’ Amber Ash, who lives in Steelman Estates with her daughter and next door to her parents, said Tuesday that rain and bad weather had slowed cleanup and recovery efforts. Ash, who rode out the storm in the same community shelter as Mitchell, said she and other residents “haven’t heard from anybody, not FEMA or anybody.” She and her family are staying at their business closer to town until things settle down. The young mother also said she and her family plan to move back into the trailer park when the debris is cleared away. She said the trailers owned by her parents were not insured but “the lots are paid off.” “Not only that, but we have a lot of memories here, a lot of good times here,” Ash said. “But it does make you nervous, with the one that came so close three years ago, but this is Oklahoma — you can get hit anywhere.”

Residents of Steelman Estates in Bethel Acres sift through the remains of their homes on Monday after a violent tornado ripped through the neighborhood Sunday, killing Glen Irish, 79. PHOTO BY JIM BECKEL, THE OKLAHOMAN

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Deaths ALLEN

Sims, Theodore Wayne “Ted,” 46, vendor, died Tuesday. Services 10 a.m. Friday, Allen Church of God of Prophecy (Criswell, Ada).

ATOKA

Ford Medcalf, Rosetta Mae, 73, homemaker, died Monday. Services 11 a.m. Thursday (Brown’s, Atoka).

BARTLESVILLE

Bailey, Luella, 93, died Saturday. Services 11 a.m. Thursday, Redeemer Lutheran Church (Stumpff, Bartlesville). Bernal, Betty Ann, 62, health care provider, died Monday. Services 10 a.m. Friday (Walker-Brown, Bartlesville). Catlin, Sue Ann, 56, died Tuesday. Services pending (Stumpff, Bartlesville). Green, Penny Lynn, 51, died Tuesday. Services pending (Stumpff, Bartlesville). Timmons, Jesse Will, 58, died Sunday. Services 10 a.m. Thursday, Dewey Church of Christ (Stumpff, Bartlesville).

BETHANY

Brandt, Marie, 90, schoolteacher, died Sunday. Services 2 p.m. Wednesday, First Baptist Church of Bethany (Mercer-Adams, Bethany).

BLACKWELL

Free, Jesse Lee, 64, derrick hand, died Monday. Visitation only 2 p.m. Thursday, Roberts and Son Funeral Home (Roberts and Son, Blackwell).

MARLOW

Long, Billie Jean, 80, homemaker, died Sunday. Services 10 a.m. Wednesday, First Baptist Church Chapel (Callaway-Smith-Cobb, Marlow).

MEEKER

Ore, Lawrence “Sam,” 56, painter, died May 12. Graveside services 2 p.m. May 31, Sunnylane Cemetery, Del City (Hibbs, Choctaw).

MIDWEST CITY

De Board, Jesse J., 87, construction office manager, died Sunday. Services 10 a.m. Thursday, Eastside Church of Christ (Barnes Friederich, Midwest City). King, Jack Amos, 84, road machine building welder, died Sunday. Graveside services 10 a.m. Thursday, Sunny Lane Cemetery (Bill Eisenhour, Del City).

MOORE

Candelaria, Antonia Lee, 9, died Monday. Services 10 a.m. Thursday (Vondel L. Smith and Son South, Oklahoma City). Long, Terri E., 49, FAA employee, died Monday. Services pending (Bill Eisenhour NE, Oklahoma City).

MUSKOGEE

Latimer, Eugene “Gene,” 96, architect, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday (Agent, Sallisaw). Milligan, Johnny Ray, 54, loader, died Saturday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday (Lescher-Millsap, Muskogee).

NEWCASTLE

Kilburn, Herbert Lee, 79, died Friday. Mass 10 a.m. Wednesday, St. James the Greater Catholic Church, Oklahoma City (Ford, Midwest City).

NORMAN

Johnson, Mary Jo, 75, died Sunday. Services pending (Primrose, Norman).

OKEMAH

Zink, Leona H., 73, retired health care worker, died Sunday. Wake 6 p.m. Wednesday, Parks Brothers Chapel. Services 2 p.m. Thursday, Thlopthlocco United Methodist Church (Parks Brothers, Okemah).

OKLAHOMA CITY

Bouse, Mary Lou, 69, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Friday, Historic Chapel at Memorial Park Cemetery (Criswell, Ada). Bryson, David J., 59, died May 12. Mass 10 a.m. June 4, St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church (Guardian, Oklahoma City). Cook, Jack C., 84, retail associate, died May 21. Services pending (Crawford, Edmond). Fortune, Felecia A., 54, died May 14. Visitation only 9 a.m. Wednesday (Temple and Sons, Oklahoma City). Friday, Magnolia, 89, died May 17. Services 11 a.m. May 24, St John Missionary Baptist Church (Temple and Sons, Oklahoma City). Harrison, Charles E., 52, died May 17. Services 2 p.m. May 24, Loving St. James Baptist Church (Temple

schoolteacher, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday, Ringling United Methodist Church (Alexander, Wilson).

OKMULGEE

Riggs, Larry, 63, AOG meter installer, died Monday. Graveside services 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Sallisaw City Cemetery (Agent, Sallisaw).

WANETTE

SHAWNEE

WEATHERFORD

Perry, Robert Michael, 56, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday (Jackson, Okmulgee).

PAULS VALLEY

Crews, Hallie M., 83, retired school secretary, died Tuesday. Services 11 a.m. Saturday, First Baptist Church of Pauls Valley (Stufflebean-Coffey, Pauls Valley).

PONCA CITY

Doering, Dorothy, 81, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday, First Lutheran Church (Trout, Ponca City).

POTEAU

Branscum, Randy Thomas, 54, animal feed supplement lead operator, died Sunday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday (Evans & Miller, Poteau). Cooper, Joe Matthew, 61, salesman, died Saturday. Services 1 p.m. Wednesday (Evans & Miller, Poteau).

RALSTON

Trinkle, Lester Earl, 94, farmer, died April 14. Services 11 a.m. Saturday, First Osage Baptist Church, Fairfax (Poteet, Pawnee).

RINGLING

Scott, Thelma Mae, 104, retired

CHOCTAW

Etta, Faye Buchanan, 91, laundry owner, died Monday. Services 1 p.m. Friday, Bethel Christian Center (Bill Eisenhour NE, Oklahoma City).

CORDELL

Brown, Susie Anna, 91, homemaker, died Sunday. Graveside services 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Clinton City Cemetery (People’s Co-Operative, Lone Wolf).

CRESCENT

Davis, Patriece Suzanne, 57, homemaker, died Sunday. Services 4 p.m. Friday, Northwest LifeChurch Campus, Oklahoma City (Abernathy-Aaron, Crescent).

CUSHING

Boatman, Monty Rose, 64, clerk, died Tuesday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday, Tri-County Church of Christ (Palmer & Marler, Cushing).

DEL CITY

Boyd, Johnnie, 85, died Sunday. Services pending (Ford, Midwest City). Mattocks, Greg, 53, died Sunday. Services pending (Ford, Midwest City).

DOW

Vires, Charles H., 74, died Monday. Graveside services 10 a.m. Thursday, Bache-Red Oak Cemetery (Brumley-Mills, McAlester).

DURHAM

Hawkins, Dewitt, 87, farmer and rancher, died Tuesday. Services 10 a.m. Thursday, Durham Baptist Church (Rose Chapel, Cheyenne).

EDMOND

Inez Marie McDowell April 29, 1936 - May 19, 2013

OKLAHOMA CITY Inez, 77, passed away May 19, 2013. She was born in Webb, OK to Albert & Grace Meyer. Inez served the Lord & others for over 50 years as a Pastor’s wife. She was preceded in death by parents; mother & father-inlaw, T.O. & Lois McDowell; brother-in-law, Jerry Suddath; & sister-in-law, Leota Meyer. Survivors include her husband of 55K yrs, Leon; children, Jeannie Milligan and husband, Joe, David McDowell & wife, June, Teresa Merrill, Gaylan McDowell & wife, Jennifer; brothers, Dennis & Alan Meyer & wife, Linda; sister, Lenna Suddath; & sister-in-law, Linda Hostler; 9 grandchildren, Lori Tolsma, Teri Field, Robin Eby, Jason Milligan, Jessica Milligan, Jeanna Sabatino, Joseph McDowell, Zachary Merrill, and Ashley Carter; 25 greatgrandchildren with 2 on the way; & a host of nieces, nephews & adopted children, grandchildren & great grandchildren. Services are 2:00 PM Friday, May 24, 2013 at the Hillcrest Family Worship Center, 2500 SW 59th. Friends may leave condolences at www.vondelsmithmortuary.com

Anderson, Beverly Jean, 81, bookkeeper, died Saturday. Mass 2 p.m. Thursday, St. John the Baptist Catholic Church (Matthews, Edmond). Ellis, Perrin M., 59, died Tuesday. Services pending (Crawford, Edmond). Kerr, Jerry Mack, 76, died Sunday. Services 1 p.m. Friday, St. John the Baptist Catholic Church (Baggerley, Edmond).

ELK CITY

Region, William Ray “Bud,” 69, died Sunday. Services 10:30 a.m. Thursday (Martin, Elk City).

EUFAULA

Pinney, Mary Alice, 83, homemaker, died Monday. Services pending (Hunn Black & Merritt, Eufaula). Sterling, Carla I., 39, died Tuesday. Services pending (Hunn Black & Merritt, Eufaula).

GUYMON

Cox, Eula Mae, 91, homemaker, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Wednesday (Henson-Novak, Guymon).

HARRAH

Wiley, Robert, 77, retired from Air Force, died Saturday. Private services (Hibbs, Choctaw).

IDABEL

Kelly, Jewel, 98, homemaker, died Sunday. Graveside services 10 a.m. Thursday, Denison Cemetery (White, Idabel).

LAWTON

Messer, Billy Joe, 72, retired from Army, died Saturday. Services were Tuesday (Whinery-Huddleston, Lawton).

LEXINGTON

Lynch, Jiena, 31, died May 13. Services 1 p.m. Sunday, Cross J Chapel, Purcell (Caskets Inc & Johnson, Del City).

MADILL

Melton, Katherine Bernice, 83, died Saturday. Graveside services 10 a.m. Friday, Woodberry-Forest Cemetery (Watts, Madill).

Bohannon, Rickey Allen, 61, Mobile Chemical employee, died Saturday. Services 11 a.m. Wednesday (Walker, Shawnee). Irish, Glen Edward, 79, milkman, died Sunday. Services 1 p.m. Thursday (Resthaven, Shawnee). Thompson, Becky Susan, 53, died Sunday. Services 9:30 a.m. Thursday, Meeker First Baptist Church, Meeker (Walker, Shawnee).

SPIRO

Day, Orval Ray, 70, died Monday. Services 1 p.m. Friday, Victory Point Baptist Church (Wilson Little, Purcell). Ramsey, Bobby James, 86, crop adjuster, died Tuesday. Services 10:30 a.m. Friday (Lockstone, Weatherford).

WHEATLAND

Raper, Travis B., 78, trucking business owner, died Tuesday. Services 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Oklahoma City (McNeil’s, Mustang).

Doshier, Bobby Dean, 77, truck driver, died Saturday. Services 11 a.m. Friday (Evans & Miller, Poteau).

WILBURTON

STIGLER

WOODWARD

White, Imogene “Ardis,” 86, homemaker, died Monday. Services 10 a.m. Friday, First Assembly of God (Mallory-Martin, Stigler).

STILLWATER

Wittwer, Ronald, 86, retired business owner, died Monday. Services 10 a.m. Friday, Life Church (Strode, Stillwater).

Nation, Robert Wayne, 54, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday (Waldrop, Wilburton). Ishmael, Alice Marie, 73, waitress, died Monday. No services (Billings, Woodward). Thomas, Olen LeRoy, 69, bank president, died Friday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday, First Baptist Church (Billings, Woodward). Organ donor

Jack C. Cook

CHANDLER

Blankenship, Arletta, 74, teacher, died Tuesday. Services 2 p.m. Friday, Bible Baptist Church (Ferguson, Chickasha). Gross, Alpha Bell, 93, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday (McRay, Chickasha).

SALLISAW

Thorson, Lowell T., 77, died Friday. Services 11 a.m. May 28, Our Lord’s Lutheran Church (Cremation Society, Oklahoma City).

July 15, 1928 - May 21, 2013

Smith, J.A. “Jay,” 84, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday, First Baptist Church (Brown’s, Durant).

CHICKASHA

THE VILLAGE

and Sons, Oklahoma City). Stone, Joe, 83, died Sunday. Services 2 p.m. Wednesday, Memorial Christian Church (Guardian, Oklahoma City).

BOKCHITO

Bailey, Jeanne, 89, retired machinist, died Monday. Services 10 a.m. Thursday, Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church (Parks Brothers, Chandler).

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Peggy Alice Payne July 3, 1938 - May 16, 2013

OKLAHOMA CITY Peggy Payne, 74, passed away Thursday, May 16, 2013, at Tuscany Village Nursing Home. She was born July 3, 1938, to parents, Fonzo Floyd Baker and Myrtle A. Alexander, in St. Joe, Arkansas. She graduated from high school thru 12th grade and secretarial/business school in Shawnee, Oklahoma. She retired from the State of Oklahoma after 22 years' service. She has lived mostly in Arkansas, Oklahoma and Texas. She was married to Thurman Earl Watson and raised seven children: five boys and two girls, before remarrying Kenneth Payne in 1984. She is survived by sons, Thurman jr., Cy, Glen, David and Jonathan; and daughters, Deboraha and Tami. She was preceded in death by her father and mother; sister, Kay; and brother, Albert Baker; and grandson, Bryan. Memorial service is scheduled for 3 p.m. Saturday, May 25 at the Westlake congregation of the Jehovah’s Witnesses at 7001 Westlake Boulevard in Oklahoma City. Burial is planned for Fairview Cemetery in Shawnee, OK after cremation. Donations will be collected by Jehovah’s Witnesses.

George Josef Miskovsky, Jr. July 28, 1934 - May 17, 2013

OKLAHOMA CITY On May 17, 2013, we said goodbye to our beloved father and grandfather, George Josef Miskovsky, Jr., as he left this world to join his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, in His eternal Kingdom. George was born on July 28, 1934, in Oklahoma City. He attended Grover Cleveland Grade School, William H. Taft Junior High, and Classen High School Class of 1952. George loved sports and was a lifelong athlete. He played Little League for the Taft Explorers, started as quarterback his senior year, was an All-City swimming champion, and played polo at the New Mexico Military Institute. He also loved to compete with words, and no one was surprised the year he won Oklahoma’s Ciceronian Oratory award. George was a member of Sigma Nu Fraternity at the University of Oklahoma. George attended Oklahoma City University School of Law and was a member of Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity. In 1962 he was admitted to the Oklahoma Bar Association as well as the Federal Bar Association, of which he went on to serve as President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer. George was admitted to the 10th Circuit Federal Bar and Western District U.S. Court and retired to Senior Status after 47 years of active practice. After leaving his father’s firm, George headed his own successful law practice retiring ultimately from Miskovsky & McCracken. George served in the United States Army. He completed Basic Training at Camp Carson (now Fort Carson), Colorado, and was asked to join the Officer Training Corps. He declined and entered into the Courts and Boards Division of Judge Advocate General. His JAG assignment took him to Vicenza, Italy, where he lived for two years. In his free time, George traveled throughout Europe learning all he could about its rich history and diverse cultures. Prior to being honorably discharged, George was a member of the Southern European Task Force and received a Good Conduct medal. George’s military service was a natural extension of his belief in democracy. He was a member of the Democratic party all of his adult life and was honored to nominate Oklahoma Governor and U.S. Senator Robert S. Kerr as a candidate for President of the United States at the 1952 Oklahoma State Democratic Convention. An avid sailor, George loved racing yachts. He won races from the Atlantic Coast to the Pacific and at many inland venues in between. He was a Past Commodore of the Oklahoma City Boat Club, the National Irwin 23 Association, and the United States Yacht Racing Union/United States Sailing Association “Area F” (Lake Texoma). He was a Life Commodore of the Oklahoma City Yacht Club and a member of the USYRA, USSA, and the Royal Alberta Creek Yacht Club. He served as a Senior Yacht Racing Judge for numerous local, state, and international regattas, most notably the Prince of Wales North American Men’s Championship (Vancouver, British Columbia); the E-22 International World Championships (San Francisco, California); the I-23 National Championships (St. Petersburg, Florida); and, the Canadian Men’s Championship. He was able to blend this passion into his work by serving as legal counsel for Schock Marine, Inc., and Hobie Industries, Inc. George’s favorite way to spend a day was on the golf course, and he played some of the finest in the world. At home, he had memberships at Oklahoma City Golf and Country Club and Quail Creek Golf and Country Club. George’s Christian faith and his appreciation for the principles of loyalty, honesty, and morality drew him to Freemasonry. He was a Master Mason attending Blue Lodge #276 and earned both Guthrie Scottish Rite 32nd Degree and York Rite at the India Temple Shrine. George married Kristy Diane Rowland, the absolute love of his life, on August 21, 1982. They met on an airplane in Chicago and knew immediately that they were true soul mates. Although they didn’t have any children together, George and Kristy greatly enjoyed raising their ever-growing brood of Norfolk Terriers: Spike, Trixie, Boo Boo, Rozi, Mitzi, and Twinkie. After her health declined, George cared for Kristy until she passed away from complications of rheumatoid arthritis on May 17, 2006. We are comforted by their eternal reunion, which is cause for great joy - and amazed they somehow managed to join the Lord on the exact same day, seven years apart! George was previously married to Margaret Douglas Rucks and Marie Elena Hinshaw. He and Marie have four children: George Josef III (Irina), Gregory Kristin (Krissy), Anne Marie (Doug), and Kristina Marie (Yale), all of whom survive him. He is also survived by two brothers, Gary Philip Sr. and Grover Lee; a sister, Gail Marie Trice (Milton); his grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, George Josef Sr. and Nelly Oleta (Donahue), his wife, Kristy Diane, and his granddaughter, Mara Elise Lois. We would like to thank George’s longtime physicians, Dr. Carl J. Rubenstein and Dr. Phillip Adamson, as well as his good friend, Dr. Robert Cooke, and his nurses, Shawn, Geri, and Donna, who lovingly cared for him in his final years. George will be laid to rest at Memorial Park Cemetery alongside his wife, Kristy. A memorial will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, May 24, 2013, at Smith & Kernke Chapel. In lieu of flowers, we ask that those wishing to honor George do so by making a donation to The George and Nelly Miskovsky Scholarship, University of Oklahoma College of Law or the ASPCA.

OKLAHOMA CITY Jack Calvin Cook, 84, of Edmond, was born on July 15, 1928 in Davenport, Oklahoma to Tom and Dee Cook. He went to be with the Lord on May 21, 2013. Jack came to Edmond in 1947 to work at G &W Grocery as a butcher. Later that year, he met Kathryn “Kathy” Cook who worked at Barrett's Drug Store. After meeting her and finding out her last name was also Cook, he boldly told her "she wouldn't have to change her name when they got married!" Jack and Kathryn were the first couple married in the Chapel of the First Christian Church of Edmond on November 27, 1947. Jack was always a hard worker and had an entrepreneurial spirit. When Jack was a child, he chopped down a tree and made a wagon out of it so that he and his brothers and sisters would have a toy to enjoy. Jack went into retail in the mid-1950's, joining TG&Y to operate variety stores. He went on to help develop the Family Center concept of TG&Y and opened the pilot store in Edmond in 1963. In 1973 Jack saw an opportunity and decided to become his own boss when he opened Cook's Hardware in Bryant Square. Cook's Hardware became the place to go in Edmond for service and the personal touch that made his business a success. In 1994 Jack was honored as the Citizen of the Year in Edmond. Jack accomplished all of this without a college degree. His successes in life can be attributed to his great attitude, work ethic, and his faith in God. Jack lost his beautiful bride of 62 years in 2010. They were members of the First United Methodist Church of Edmond for more than 60 years. He kept busy with his passion for sports and being a role model for his family. Holidays were a big deal to Jack because he could spend them enjoying his family. He was a caring, honest, and hardworking man. Jack is survived by son, Clayton Cook and his wife Sharilyn of Chandler; daughter, Vicki Likes and her husband Merrill of Edmond. He has four grandchildren, Michelle Glynn and husband Joe of Daytona Beach, FL, Kassi Colvin and husband Billy of Edmond, Clashar Mooy and husband Jason of Davenport, Shawna Cook and fiancé Tyler Butler of Chandler. He is also survived by three great-grandsons, Brady Glynn, Easton Butler, and Jason Mooy II. Jack also leaves behind his brother, George Cook and sisters, Sue "Cookie" Franklin and Daisy Harmon. He is preceded in death by his parents, wife Kathy, and his brothers Ronnie Cook and Roy Cook. Funeral services for Jack will be at 10 a.m. on Friday, May 24, 2013, at the First United Methodist Church in Edmond, OK with interment to follow at New Zion Cemetery in Chandler, OK. There will be a reception on Thursday, May 23 from 6-8 p.m. at Crawford Family Funeral Service. Jack was a caring and giving individual that was always thinking of others before himself. In his memory, the family asks that contributions be made in Jack's name to The American Red Cross or Salvation Army to help the victims of the Moore tornado. Friends and family may sign the online guest book at www.crawfordcares.com

George Paul Walters November 24, 1941 - May 20, 2013

OKLAHOMA CITY George Paul Walters, 71, an attorney who practiced law in Broken Bow for more than 40 years, passed away on Monday, May 20, 2013. George was born November 24, 1941, to Rev. C.J. and Zera Mae Walters in Hollis, Oklahoma. He graduated from Broken Bow High School in 1959 and Oklahoma State University in 1963, where he majored in Banking & Finance. In 1969, he graduated from the University Of Tulsa College Of Law. George served southeastern Oklahoma as a lawyer and volunteer, including Chairman of the Oklahoma Tourism Commission, Broken Bow City Attorney, Broken Bow School Board Attorney, counsel to several Rural Water Districts, counsel for the Choctaw Electric Cooperative, Broken Bow Municipal Judge, and President of the Broken Bow Library Board when it became part of the state library system. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Broken Bow and served as Chair of the Administrative Board. He served for many years as a guardian ad litem for McCurtain County children, Chairman of the McCurtain County Democratic Party, President of the Broken Bow Chamber of Commerce, and mentor/coach of the Broken Bow High School Mock Trial Team. George is survived by Kaye Walters, his wife of 50 years; his daughter Jill Walters, son-in-law Robert Pace, and granddaughter Catherine Pace of Amarillo, Texas; and his son Jay Walters, daughter-in-law Staci Coleman, and granddaughters Doran and Drew Walters of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. He is also survived by his sister and brother-in-law Carolyn and L.R. Jones of Tulsa, Oklahoma; brother and sister-in-law Jack and Chris Walters of Austin, Texas; brother and sister-inlaw Patrick and Karen Walters of Tulsa, Oklahoma; and mother-in-law Dashiell Keirsey of Denton, Texas; as well as a host of nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; father-in-law Harry Keirsey; and niece Sara Jones Phelps. In addition to supporting his community and clients through his professional and civic activities, George spent his leisure time supporting golf courses, book stores, movie theaters, and record stores. Probably his favorite pastime, however, was spending time with his family, all of whom adored him but regularly groaned at his jokes. The memorial service will be at the First United Methodist Church of Broken Bow on Wednesday, May 22nd, at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to: The Myeloma Institute for Research and Therapy Development Office, UAMS, 4301 W. Markham Street #816, Little Rock, Arkansas 72205-9985; www.myeloma.uams.edu; 501-526-2873.

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Gwendolyn Riggs Sheid Jay May 19, 1938 - May 20, 2013

Kyle Steven Davis June 16, 2004 - May 20, 2013

MOORE Kyle, 8, was welcomed into the loving arms of his Lord & Savior on May 20, 2013. He was born June 16, 2004 in Norman, OK to his parents, Mikki & William Davis, IV. Kyle was a 3rd grade elementary school student at Plaza Towers Elementary School and was one of the most fun and loveable kids anyone could ever know. He had a vibrant personality and smile that would captivate everyone’s attention. With an adventurous and competitive spirit, Kyle loved playing soccer, going to Monster Jam Truck events, riding 4wheelers with his family and friends and playing with his sister and cousins. Kyle was an excellent student, a great friend and he was talented in so many ways. Although we will dearly miss Kyle every single day, we know he is healthy and happy with our Lord in Heaven and we will see him again one day. He will continue to live on in our hearts. Kyle leaves cherished memories with his loving mother, Mikki Davis and step-father, Rick; father, William Davis, IV; sister, Kaylee Davis; step-brother, Ty; grandparents, Marvin and Sharon Dixon and Steve and Marie Benson; uncles, Terrell, Junior and Gomer; aunts, TaShonda, Christy and Laurie; cousins, Riley and Caleb; great grandparents, Rev. Ray and Dottie Dixon and Albert Cummings; and many other loving family and friends. Viewing and visitation will be 4-8 PM Wednesday & Thursday at Vondel Smith & Son Mortuary, South Lakes. Services to celebrate Kyle’s life will be 10:00 AM Friday, May 24, 2013, at the South Lakes Chapel, 4000 SW 119th St. Friends may leave condolences for the family at www.vondelsmithmortuary.com

Mary Lee Brown

April 26, 1942 - May 18, 2013

OKLAHOMA CITY Mary Lee, 71, passed into the arms of the Lord on May 18, 2013 in Bloomington, IN. She was born April 26, 1942 in Watonga, OK to Bond Harrell Kirkpatrick & Joyce Eldora Kirkpatrick Rose. A longtime member of Wilmont Place Baptist Church, Mary Lee dedicated her life to providing a warm & loving home for her family and serving the Lord & others with all of her heart. She was responsible for 13 Cookies, an outreach program for elderly homebound persons. Preceded in death by her parents, husband Bennie Shumway, twin Shumway children, granddaughter Kimberlee Miller, sister, Iva Jon Brown, brother Jerry Kirkpatrick and uncle John Curtis Chambers. She is survived by her daughters, Kimberlee Diane Read & husband Gordon, Lynda Miller & husband Jeffrey, and Sherri Lee Sluss & husband John; brother, David Rose & wife Debbie; sister, Marilyn Kreig; 6 grandchildren; and 1 great grandchild. The family suggests memorial donations be made to: The Oklahoma School for the Blind, 3300 Gibson St., Muskogee, OK 74403. Viewing will be 4-8 PM Today with the family greeting friends from 4-6 PM. Services to celebrate her life are 2:00 PM Thurs. May 23, 2013 at Wilmont Place Baptist Church, 6440 S. Santa Fe Ave. Friends may leave condolences for the family at www.vondelsmithmortuary.com

OKLAHOMA CITY Gwendolyn Riggs Sheid Jay, 75, of Oklahoma City, passed away Monday in Franklin, TN. Mrs. Sheid Jay was born on May 19, 1938 and was raised in Clinton, OK. She had lived in Oklahoma City since 1962. Primarily, she spent her career as a first grade teacher at John Glenn Elementary with Western Heights Schools. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Charles William Sheid who died in 1989 and James Ray Jay who died in 2011. She is survived by her three daughters and their families: SueLyn and Trey Glidden, Tyler, Justin and Treyce of Broken Arrow, OK; JoAnn and Paul Brant, William and Sydney of Wilton, CT; and Charla and Allen Long, Grace, Elise, Charleigh, and Alex of Franklin, TN. Other survivors include family members: Jack and Genevieve Farr of Muskogee, OK, Robert and Sharon Messenger of Hollis, OK, and Carol and Kay Sheid of Newkirk, OK; Mr. Jay’s daughters and family, Paula and Dan Chavez, Connor, Carly, and Coleman of Edmond, OK and Jennifer Jay of Wichita, KS; and many nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials to the Alzheimer’s Association. To make a donation and leave a tribute to Gwendolyn Jay, please visit www.alz.org. Services will be at the funeral home 2:30 P.M., Thursday, May 23, 2013 with interment to follow at Pleasant Valley Cemetery, Wheatland, OK.

Pastor R.P. Thompson April 6, 1931 - May 20, 2013

BETHANY Pastor Richard Pierce (RP) Thompson passed away Monday, May 20, 2013, in Edmond, Oklahoma, surrounded by family. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, May 23, at Council Road Baptist Church, with Pastor Chris Wall and Pastor Rick Thompson officiating. Burial will follow at Bethany Cemetery. A time of visitation is planned Wed. from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Mercer Adams Funeral Home in Bethany. A longtime resident of Bethany, RP was born April 6, 1931, in Parrish, Alabama. He graduated from Gunter High School, Gunter, Texas, and received a BA in History from Southeastern State University before attending Southwestern Seminary. He was a Veteran of the US Navy. RP married Betty Lou Harris on April 1, 1951. They were married 62 years. A third generation Southern Baptist ordained minister, he pastored several churches around the state and two in Oklahoma City, including South Lindsay Baptist Church for 10 years and West Tenth Street Baptist Church for over 30 years. RP is remembered as a loving father and husband and for his Bible teaching, his gracious spirit, his quick wit, his tender heart, his faithfulness as a friend, and his devotion as a Pastor. He is survived by his loving wife, Betty; a daughter, Pat Thompson of Stillwater; sons and daughters-in-law, Robert and Janine Thompson of Davenport, Pastor Rick and Teri Thompson of Council Road Baptist Church, Bethany, Ronnie and Jodi Thompson of Edmond; 15 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren; a brother and sister-in-law, Pastor J. Harold and Mamie Thompson of Midwest City; a sister and brother-in-law, Beverly Westmoreland and Dallas Westmoreland of Houston, Texas; numerous nephews and nieces, in-laws and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Pastor Glen H. and Francis Ollie Thompson, his brother, Bobby Thompson, and his granddaughter, Shelby Thompson. Memorial contributions can be made to the Tornado Relief Fund at Council Road Baptist Church. To share a memory or condolence, visit www.mercer-adams.com

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William Charles Scheihing Jr. December 9, 1956 - May 19, 2013

EDMOND William Charles Scheihing Jr., 56, went to be with his Lord on Sunday, May 19, 2013, after a courageous eight-year battle with cancer. He considered each day to be a gift from God. Nothing meant more to him than his faith and his family. Bill was an excellent father, approachable, caring and wise; a loving son, taking tender care of his parents, and an attentive husband, with a beautiful, loving relationship for 33 years with his wife, Cathy. Memorial service 11 a.m. Friday, May 24, at Crossings Community Church in Oklahoma City. Memorial luncheon 1:30 p.m. Thursday, May 23, at Joe T. Garcia's Restaurant, Fort Worth. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to: Crossing Community Church, 14600 N. Portland Ave., Oklahoma City, Okla. 73134, or The Oklahoma City National Memorial and Museum, Box 323, Oklahoma City, Okla. 73101. Bill was born to Bettye and Bill Scheihing in Houston on Dec. 9, 1956, later moving to Fort Worth. A natural athlete, Bill excelled at any sport he played, including football, basketball, baseball and golf. His years at Fort Worth Arlington Heights High School were filled with great friends and memories. He was quarterback for the Yellow Jacket football team, undefeated in their district. The Jackets were a close-knit team and went deep into the playoffs. In 1975, Bill attended the University of Texas at Austin where he was a member of Kappa Alpha. At UT, Bill met the love of his life and his best friend, Cathy Hurt. Bill belonged to the Silver Spur Service Organization and served as Bevo's handler his senior year. After college graduation in 1979, he began working at Continental National Bank in Fort Worth. In 1980, he and Cathy were married. Bill continued in his commitment to service as president of Easter Seals Fort Worth and was a member of Steeplechase and Shady Oaks. Every Memorial Day weekend, Cathy and Bill joined their Four Seasons travel group, college friends who gathered annually for over 30 years. Bill's beloved and precious children, Charlie, Elizabeth and John, made his family complete. He loved being involved in every aspect of his children's lives. If he was not coaching, Bill was always on the sidelines or audience, cheering on his children. In 2000, Bill moved his family to Oklahoma City. Still with Bank One, soon to become JP Morgan Chase, Bill was involved in numerous charitable and civic activities. He served on the board of Oklahoma City Public School Foundation, United Way board, Edmond Memorial Football Foundation president and others. He was most proud of his involvement with the the board of trustees of the Oklahoma City National Memorial and Museum, serving in many capacities, including chairman. Always known to be wise beyond his years, Bill was often approached by friends and associates for advice. A trustworthy and quiet man, he always had time for friends and was willing to help anyone in need. Bill's integrity, work ethic and genuineness propelled him to great success in business. His faith, thoughtfulness and care made him a dependable friend and a wonderful father, son and husband. Survivors wife, Catherine Hurt Scheihing; son, William Charles "Charlie" III and wife, Claire; daughter, Elizabeth; son, John; mother, Bettye Scheihing; brother, Bobby Scheihing and wife, Karin; mother-inlaw, Ann Prideaux Hurt; sister-in-law, Carolyn Hurt; brothers-in-law, Douglas Hurt and wife, Beth, Ellison Hurt and wife, Laura, and Gregory Hurt; and many beloved nieces and nephews. Greenwood Funeral Home 3100 White Settlement Rd., 817-336-0584

Mollie Hirsch

July 24, 1913 - May 19, 2013

OKLAHOMA CITY Mollie “Mimi” Fishman Burnett Hirsch passed away peacefully May 19, 2013, at the amazing age of 99. She was born in St. Joseph, Missouri, to Rebecca and Chaim Fishman on July 24, 1913. At the age of 23, she married her next door neighbor, Milton R. Burnett, and in 1936, they moved to Oklahoma City, where they founded The Lyntone Company, a belt manufacturing company that sold to clothiers throughout the country. In 1969, Milton suddenly passed away. Four years later, Mollie married Stanley H. Hirsch, who passed away in 2002. Mollie was a volunteer at Baptist Hospital for 35 years. She also volunteered for the Red Cross and was a homeroom mother for each of her three children at Horace Mann Elementary School and Harding High School. She enjoyed knitting and needlepoint and continued to play Mah Jongg and Pan until she was 99. Mollie was an active member of Temple B’nai Israel, where she served on the Temple board, was twice Sisterhood president, and served as a national Sisterhood board member. She was a founder of the Erna Krouch Pre-School and served on its board since inception. Her life revolved around the Temple and even after 76 years of membership remained interested in its operation and enjoyed being there as much as possible. Mollie considered her family her most important accomplishment in life, and her greatest pleasure was sitting back and watching her family of 38 in action. She leaves behind a wonderful legacy. She is survived by her three children, their spouses, eight grandchildren, their spouses, and seventeen great-grandchildren and one on the way: Daughter, Sherry (Ike) Bennett; grandsons, Clay (Louise) Bennett, Bob (Gina) Bennett, Mark (Laurie) Bennett; and great-grandchildren, Mollie, Christy, Graham, Bailey, Blane, James, and Will Bennett; all of Oklahoma City; Daughter, Barby Sidon, of Denver, Colorado; granddaughter, Yvette (Randy) Trachtenberg, of Oklahoma City; grandsons, Mike (Traci) Sidon and Josh (Maia) Sidon; all of Denver, Colorado; great-grandchildren, Taylor, Megan, Brandon Trachtenberg; Blake and Brooke Sidon; Son, Howard (Ellen) Burnett, of Columbus, Ohio; grandson, Matthew (Jill) of Indianapolis, Indiana; granddaughter, Julie (Steven) Goldberger, of Dallas, Texas; and great-grandchildren, Tyler, Cameron, Annie Burnett; and Jared and Abby Goldberger. Mollie was preceded in death by her son-in-law, Myron Sidon; sister, Ethel Kaplan; and brother, Stanley Fishman. She will be remembered for her love and concern for others, her bright smile, and friendly ways. She never met a stranger, and everyone was important to her. She was an inspiration and example to all who knew her. The family thanks Agnes Mugo for the loving care and kindness she gave to Mollie for the last five years. We also want to thank Helen, Johanna, Henrietta, Full Life Hospice, Paula Avery, and the people at Belleview Health and Rehabilitation Center for their care, support, and guidance. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Erna Krouch Pre-School, 4901 N Pennsylvania, Oklahoma City, OK 73112; or the charity of your choice. Services will be held 3 p.m. on Wednesday, May 22 at Temple B’nai Israel, 4901 North Pennsylvania Avenue. Burial at Memorial Park Cemetery, Temple B’nai Israel entrance.

Sienna Michelle Meeks

Barbara Lee Maupin

GREAT BEND, KS Sienna Michelle Meeks, age 3 months, passed away May 21, 2013 at her home in Great Bend, KS. She was born Feb. 22, 2013 at Great Bend, KS to Nolan & Collette (King) Meeks. Survived by parents, Nolan and Colette Meeks, Great Bend, KS; one brother, Garret Meeks of the home; grandparents, Darren and Tricia Meeks of Harrah, OK, Bobby and Tracey King of Harrah, OK; aunt, Megan King of Harrah, OK; a host of many caring and loving family members. Funeral service Thursday, May 23, 2013, 11:00 a.m., at Bryant Funeral Home officiated by The Reverend John Grummon. Visitation 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 22, 2013, at Bryant Funeral Home. Memorials to Sienna Meeks Expense Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent and notice viewed at www.bryantfh.net Arrangements by Bryant Funeral Home, 1425 Patton Road, Great Bend, KS 67530.

OKLAHOMA CITY Barbara Maupin went to be with the Lord on May 19, 2013. She was born July 3, 1927, to Robert and Julia Maupin. She was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Dorothy McCune. She leaves behind a brother, Robert Maupin, of Riverside, CA; three nieces, Vivian Wright and husband Lee, Brenda Powell, and June Brown; nine great- nieces and nephews and fifteen great-great- nieces and nephews. She will be greatly missed. Memorial services will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, May 25 at Bill Merritt Memorial Chapel.

February 22, 2013 - May 21, 2013

July 3, 1927 - May 19, 2013

Antonia Lee Candelaria

November 16, 2003 - May 20, 2013

MOORE Antonia, 9, daughter of Brandie Candelaria & Jimmy Rosson, went to be with the Lord on May 20, 2013. Antonia was born November 16, 2003 in Oklahoma. She was the loving sister of Trinity Candelaria & Lillian Rosson. Services are 10 AM Thurs., May 23, 2013, at South Colonial Chapel. Friends may leave condolences for the family at www.vondelsmithmortuary.com

Jean KillingsworthSmith

November 18, 1924 - May 18, 2013

Carl Echols

December 14, 1927 - May 19, 2013

MIDWEST CITY Carl Echols, 85, of Midwest City passed away Sunday May 19th after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer’s. Carl was born in Ralston, OK to Carl and Emma Echols. He served in the US Navy and US Marine Corp. Carl was completely dedicated to his family. Preceding him in death were his mother and father, two sisters, Ruth Shook and Marie Hall and grandson, Nicholas Golden. Carl is survived by his son, James Echols and his wife Jan, of the home; Karen Golden and her husband, Eddie of Wills Point, TX; Beverly VanWart and her husband Dick of Tulsa, OK and daughter Patricia Dobry and her husband John of Noble, OK; 10 grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren and 4 great great grandchildren; three sisters and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Thursday, May 23, 2013, at 10:00am in the Candlewood Chapel at Ford Funeral Service, Midwest City. OK. Interment will follow at Sunny Lane Cemetery.

OKLAHOMA CITY Jean, 88, passed into the arms of the Lord on May 18, 2013. She was born Nov. 18, 1924 in Sweetwater, OK. She held a strong Baptist faith & dedicated her life to providing a loving home for her family. Preceded in death by her husband Joe V. Killingsworth. She is survived by daughter Billie Hardin & husband John of OKC, sons Joe Killingsworth & wife Cindy of Frisco TX, Jack Killingsworth & wife Marsha of OKC, 8 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren & a host of nieces, nephews & a lifetime of friends. Visitation will be 4-8 pm on Wed. at the funeral home with the family greeting friends from 4-6. Services celebrating her life will be held at 11 am Thurs. May 23, 2013 at Southern Hills Bapt. Church, 8601 S. Penn with burial following at 4 pm in Buffalo Cem., Sayre, OK. Friends may leave condolences at www. vondelsmithmortuary.com

Arletta Blankenship Oct. 9, 1938 - May 21, 2013

CHICKASHA Arletta Blankenship Funeral services will be held for Arletta Blankenship, 74, of Chickasha, at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, May 24, 2013, at Bible Baptist Church, with Reverend Kim Hayes officiating. Arletta Blankenship was born in Ada, Oklahoma, on October 9, 1938, the daughter of J.C. and Ruby Kirk. She passed away Tuesday, May 21, 2013, in Oklahoma City. Arletta grew up in the Ada, Oklahoma area. She graduated from Vanoss High School. She attended college in Ada at East Central University studying education. She married Denial A. Blankenship January of 1962, in Montana. Arletta and her family moved to Chickasha in 1974. She later enrolled in U.S.A.O, where she graduated with a degree in education. She taught fifth grade at Ninnekah Public School from 1981-1999. Arletta enjoyed reading as her pastime. Also she was very generous to those she cared about. She was preceded in death by both parents and sister Betty Laguardia. Survivors include husband, Denial A. Blankenship of the home; son, Denial R. Blankenship of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; and granddaughter, Jessica Blankenship of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Interment will be in the Fairlawn Cemetery under the direction of Ferguson Funeral Home.

Carla Reeser Pribble Feb. 05, 1958 - May 22, 2004 In memory of Carla Pribble. You are forever missed as a wife, mother, sister, aunt and daughter. Nine long years have passed, and now you have your mother to hang out with, like old times. I think about you every day and miss you both. Dad

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Museums’ supporters back off on requests BY MICHAEL MCNUTT Capitol Bureau mmcnutt@opubco.com

Backers of two Oklahoma museum projects hustling to get state funding in the last days of the session withdrew their requests Tuesday because of deadly tornadoes that struck the state this week. “Due to the unfolding tragedy facing our friends and neighbors in the Moore and Shawnee communities, we agree this is the best course of action,” said Mike Neal, president and chief executive officer of the Oklahoma Museum of Popular Culture, commonly called OK Pop. “We applaud Gov. (Mary) Fallin, the Legislature and other state leaders for their diligent attention to ensuring any and all state resources are focused on assisting the victims of this terrible tragedy.” Blake Wade, executive director of the Native American Education Authority, which is trying to complete the American Indian Cultural Center and

Museum, agreed that legislators should put their attention on the needs of those suffering from Sunday’s tornado in Shawnee and Monday’s tornado that caused extensive damage and multiple deaths in Moore. “Native leaders and communities have always put the needs of the community at the forefront of all decision-making,” Wade said. “We stand united with all who are suffering and all who are doing all they can to provide comfort, relief and rescue to those in need. Tomorrow we will look optimistically to the future of The American Indian Cultural Center and Museum.” A Senate special budget committee approved funding plans for both projects last week. Measures called for money to start being allocated to both projects in the 2015 fiscal year, which starts July 1, 2014. The American Indian Cultural Center and Museum in downtown Okla-

homa City would receive use tax receipts for three years, according to Senate Bill 1132. SB 1133 called for OK Pop, in Tulsa, to receive sales tax money for four years. The American Indian museum project was awaiting action in the Senate after a House of Representatives budget committee passed SB 1132 on Monday. The House committee was expected to take up SB 1133 on Tuesday. Both bills are still alive and might be taken up during next year’s session. “We need to be thinking first of our fellow Oklahomans who have suffered from this devastating disaster,” said Bob Blackburn, executive director of the Oklahoma Historical Society, which would manage OK Pop. “I have talked to board members, private donors and supporters who have pledged matching resources for the museum, and they are in total agreement. This is the time to grieve and rally around those who need our help.”

Police witnesses leave court for storm relief, prompting mistrial

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CAPITOL BRIEFS TROOPER PAY BILL RETURNS

VETERANS BILL GOES TO FALLIN

The quick response of Oklahoma Highway Patrol troopers to tornadoes that tore through the state this week highlights the need for pay raises for the troopers, who have gone nearly seven years since their last pay increase, House Speaker T.W. Shannon said Tuesday. Shannon, R-Lawton, announced he is reviving House Bill 2145, which initially called for a 16 percent pay increase for troopers. The bill became dormant when legislators and Gov. Mary Fallin agreed to a $7.1 billion budget for the 2014 fiscal year, which begins July 1. The budget did not include an across-the-board pay raise or bonus for state workers. Fallin has said she wants a study first to compare the pay and benefits of all state employees with businesses and other states. Fallin had no immediate response to Shannon’s move.

VICTIMS’ FUND IS ESTABLISHED Gov. Mary Fallin, in coordination with the United Way of Central Oklahoma, has established the OK Strong Disaster Relief Fund to assist with the long-term medical, emotional and educational needs of recent tornado victims. “We are appreciative and grateful for the outpouring of support for our state in the wake of this week’s devastating tornadoes,” Fallin said. “The generosity of Oklahomans, Americans and people across the world is very encouraging and will help meet many of the short-term needs of victims. However, experience tells us there also will be long-term consequences to the challenges victims are facing.” Donations may be made by calling 236-8441 or donating online at www.unitedwayokc.org.

TOBACCO BILL IS STALLED Lawmakers questioned for more than an hour Tuesday a bill that would lower taxes on several tobacco products billed as less harmful than cigarettes. House Speaker Pro Tem Mike Jackson, R-Enid, asked to withdraw the bill. He can bring it up later. House Bill 2097 would create and cap an excise tax on so-called nicotine delivery products, such as snus, which consist of finely ground tobacco. The products would be exempted from sales tax, so the tax would drop from 60 percent of the factory list price to 10 cents an ounce. HB 2097, which originally dealt with cigars, was stripped of its text and replaced with the language of Senate Bill 802, which dealt with electronic cigarettes. Several members complained HB 2097 was assigned to a special conference committee instead of a regular conference committee. Jackson defended the bill saying it would prohibit the sale of nicotine delivery products and electronic cigarettes to anyone less than 18 years of age. MICHAEL MCNUTT, CAPITOL BUREAU

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A judge declared a mistrial Tuesday after several Oklahoma City police officers scheduled to testify were called on to provide tornado assistance in the Moore area. As many as 15 officers are listed as witnesses in the state’s case against Adam Piro, who is charged with assault and battery with a deadly weapon. Piro is accused of shooting at police officers from a stolen vehicle in November 2010, court records show.

Adam Piro

Some of the police witnesses were waiting to take the stand Monday afternoon when they learned about the devastating twister via their radios. “I wanted those officers

to help with the recovery efforts instead of sitting in my courtroom waiting to testify,” Oklahoma County District Judge Cindy Truong said. Prosecutors intend to retry Piro, whose first trial ended in a hung jury. The judge reset the case for next month. “We just don’t know when the officers will be available,” First District Attorney Scott Rowland said. “We didn’t want to inconvenience the jury.” A separate jury convicted Piro earlier this month of assaulting a jail inmate and recommended a 20year prison sentence.

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and the dryer door. “All of these things are not done because of tunnel vision,” James said. “There is so much reasonable doubt in this case from the physical evidence. This case is a rush to judgment.” James’ arguments couldn’t convince jurors. Bryan’s story about an intruder was implausible from the beginning because all the evidence in the dryer came from her home. The gun was hers. The blanket was a firethemed throw blanket kept on the back of their couch. And the glove had her DNA in it. Jurors were swayed by prosecutors’ arguments that an intruder bent on killing Keith Bryan would have brought his own tools and especially his own gun. Rebecca Bryan’s repeated infidelity also hurt her case. Witnesses testified at length about several sexual encounters in the days leading up to the killing. Bryan also had an extramarital affair with Mark

Records MARRIAGE LICENSES James Ray Sellers, 28, and Ashley Ayree Berglan, 26. Jose Santiago Ontiveros Zamarripa, 20, and Angela De Jesus Moreno Duarte, 19. Peter A. Chang, 54, and Suzette Vontell Felton, 44. Nicholas Alexander Korstjens, 18, and Moriah Valentine Sipe, 26. Gumaro Lopez Medina, 24, and Sandra de Loera, 20. Rolyn R. Soberanis Garcia, 36, and Edilsa P. Vicente Alvarez, 23. Milan Khadka, 25, and Katerina Lynn Morales, 21. William Ray Melton, 75, and Kyong Ok Park, 47. David Aaron Hoffner, 38, and Bailey Elizabeth Schreier, 25. Christopher Jackson McBride, 33,

Holbrook, of Hugo, who testified she repeatedly contacted him long after he ended the affair in January 2010. She boasted to friends of sex she had with strangers the night before the shooting while attending a work conference in Tulsa and four days earlier while attending a wedding in Dallas. Another man testified she stopped at his house in McLoud on her way home from Tulsa and they had sex hours before the shooting. Several friends and family members testified Rebecca Bryan showed them a photo of the man’s penis and bragged about the tryst while she rode with them to the hospital to see her husband after he was shot. Holbrook also testified about voice mails and text messages Bryan left him less than three hours before the shooting in which she said she still loved him, expected to get a large inheritance soon and planned to buy a house so she could be near him. Jurors listened to a re-

cording of an interview between OSBI agents and Rebecca Bryan hours after the shooting. She said she and her husband were “very much in love.” “Has there ever been a greater mischaracterization of a marriage than that?” Hesse asked jurors. “She was absolutely obsessed with Mark Holbrook. She killed Keith Bryan because she was in love with another man.” Keith Bryan was shot once in the side of the head. Rebecca Bryan claimed the shot was fired by an intruder whom she saw walk in the house from the garage. But Keith Bryan never turned his head to look at his shooter. Hesse said he kept his head forward because the gunman was someone he loved who hid the gun under a blanket they used to keep warm as they cuddled on their couch. “This was the work of a coward,” Hesse said. “This was someone who had to sneak up behind her husband so he wouldn’t see her. This is the work of Keith Bryan’s wife.”

and Jennifer M. Kauffmann, 33. Jason Alan Blakely Schooling, 22, and Amanda Lynn McCaslin, 18. Richard Alan Vanskike, 25, and Jennifer Rachel Temple, 24. Rodrigo Balcazar Celis, 23, and Ashley Nicole Fletcher, 20. Patrick Kelly Butler, 33, and Rachel Lee Wisk, 33. Pedro Gutierrez Serna, 20, and Claribel Munoz, 18. Gabriel Prado Hernandez, 28, and Vanessa Zavala, 18. Kenneth Ross Pendley, 58, and Pamela Jean Tilden, 55. Andrew Tod Davis, 24, and Katherine Claire Horn, 21. Manuel John Taylor, 37, and Fredesbinda Granda Abad, 36. Jose J. Avila Gutierres, 40, and Lizbeth Guzman Lara, 25. Kelvin Lee Hill, 39, and Lydia Nichole Salazar, 34. Clinton Joseph Kubat, 26, and Allyson Rose Caldwell, 24. Michael Wayne Longley, 20, and

Summer Joy King, 18. Benjamin Douglas Saunders, 25, and Jo Anna Rose Roberts, 21.

DIVORCES ASKED Campos, George v. Marilyn Beth Coats, Tish Renee v. Michael Shelton Dabney, Zachary L. v. Elaine Marie R. Darru Bawa, Jamal v. Jamal Darru, Youlanda R. Fatogun, Olugbenga v. Bikok, Anne Ngo Gallegos, Aurelio v. Anleu, Blanca Hodge, Vanessa R. v. Jason A. Lafave, Sheila v. Patrick Mwape, Ashley Rochelle v. Elijah Owens, Christie A. v. Rodney G. Pattison, Sarah v. James Pettit, Lakeisha v. Charles Rinehart, Brent v. Lisa Smith, Kay v. Jeff Wehrenberg, Leslie K. v. Mark D.

The Senate sent Gov. Mary Fallin a measure Wednesday designed to improve care at the state’s seven veterans’ centers. Senate Bill 228, by Sen. Frank Simpson, R-Springer, passed by a vote of 43-0. The measure would allow the Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs to create employee education and training programs and would let the agency or centers pay salaries and tuition and subsistence for employees in the programs.

NARCONON PLAN PASSES In other action, the Senate passed a measure that would let the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services regulate in-state Narconon facilities after the deaths of clients at Narconon Arrowhead in Canadian County. Narconon Arrowhead is a drug detoxification facility rooted in Scientology. Senate Bill 295, by Sen. Tom Ivester, D-Sayre, would require the facility to be certified by the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services. BARBARA HOBEROCK, TULSA

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CAPITOL UPDATES SALES At stake: Senate Bill 550 would legalize “Black Friday” and other low-price sales. Current law, enacted in 1941, requires merchants to sell products for at least 6 percent more than they paid for them. A December 2011 attorney general’s opinion confirmed that state law banned “Black Friday”-like low-price sales, even if they were just temporary. What happened: Passed the House 65-15. What’s next: Goes to the Senate.

DROUGHT At stake: House Bill 1923 would allocate $3 million in the newly formed Emergency Drought Relief Fund. Money in the fund would be accessed only by state agencies that are qualified to provide drought relief after the governor declares a drought emergency. What happened: Passed the House 86-9. What’s next: Goes to the Senate. MICHAEL MCNUTT, CAPITOL BUREAU

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Police say arson death suspect sought to get back at her ex BY TIM WILLERT Staff Writer twillert@opubco.com

at her ex-husband, Tony Guillen, according to a probable cause affidavit. Adrian lived at the house with his mother, Noemi Lopez, and Guillen, who were at a bar until 2 a.m., neighbors said.

Burglary scheme told Cruz said her exhusband was not paying child support for their daughter and she planned

CONVICTED

the burglary to steal money, drugs and anything else of value, the witness told police. Investigators recovered a missing television and computer at the home of Nevarez’s parents, police reported. Nevarez and Cruz are boyfriend and girlfriend. Nevarez denied going to the residence and participating in the burglary, tell-

ing investigators he and Cruz told two Hispanic men which house to burglarize and what to take, according to the affidavit. He told investigators that he and Cruz were unaware there was a child in the house, police reported. Cruz denied any knowledge of the crimes to investigators, but told the witness exactly where the fire started and said gaso-

Adrian Roberto Avalos

line was used, police said. Adrian was a firstgrader at nearby Coolidge Elementary. School officials are planning to honor him Friday with a tree planting ceremony and balloon release at 8:30 a.m. on the school’s playground.

Jury says Bryan guilty of murdering her husband in 2011

Rebecca Bryan, left, listens to her defense attorney, Gary James, right, give closing arguments Tuesday in the Canadian County Courthouse in El Reno. PHOTOS BY STEVE GOOCH, THE OKLAHOMAN

Canadian County Assistant District Attorney Paul Hesse listens to James’ closing arguments Tuesday.

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gun box kept under her mattress. She was known to carry the gun in her purse. The utility room was not on the path Rebecca Bryan repeatedly said the killer took as he entered and exited the home. She said she followed the intruder out her garage door after he shot her husband and saw him get into a small dark pickup. “If this person, immediately after shooting Keith Bryan, departed the house out the garage door, how

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Rebecca Bryan

The case went to the jury about 1 p.m. after both sides made their closing statements. Canadian County Assistant District

Attorney Paul Hesse focused on inconsistencies in the story Rebecca Bryan gave investigators after the shooting and her behavior both before and after Keith Bryan’s death. The items found in the dryer were the key evidence in the case. The gun, which was matched to the bullet used to shoot Keith Bryan, a spent shell casing and a left-handed rubber glove were found wrapped in a bullet-riddled blanket. The gun was matched by serial number to the

Shawnee-area tornado carved a familiar path BY ANDREW KNITTLE Staff Writer aknittle@opubco.com

Residents of Steelman Estates in Bethel Acres sift through the remains of their homes Monday after a violent tornado ripped through the neighborhood Sunday. PHOTO BY JIM BECKEL, THE OKLAHOMAN

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How to help victims FROM STAFF REPORTS

Cash donations requested Financial donations will allow disaster relief agen-

cies to purchase whatever items are deemed necessary without resulting in the additional burden of securing warehouse space and volunteers to work the donated product.

Search for loved ones Safeandwell.org is the Red Cross site where you can register yourself as safe, or search for friends and family members. Call 211 for nonemergency services and information.

Lost and found For information about preserving photos, go online to Operation Photo Rescue at www.operation photorescue.org. If you have a found item that you’d like to share, post it at www.facebook.com/ MooreTornadoLostAnd Found.

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How to get help FROM STAFF REPORTS

If you are looking for help after the recent storms, these agencies are offering shelter and additional support, including charging for your wireless devices.

Disaster assistance To apply for disaster assistance individuals and business owners may call (800) 621-FEMA (3362) or go online to www.disaster assistance.gov.

Bulk shopping and free power Central Oklahoma Sam’s Clubs are temporarily waiving membership requirements to support residents and communities affected in Monday’s tornadoes. The clubs are also establishing free power stations so community members without power can recharge their phones, laptop computers, and other electronic devices. Locations are: 3400 W Main in Norman, 5510 SW 5, 9000 NW Passage and 1900 W Memorial in Oklahoma City, 6521 SE 29 in Midwest City.

nee. A 53-foot mobile support unit for residents of Moore and surrounding areas will be located at the Red Cross Shelter located at 201 S Howard in Moore. This unit is equipped with emergency phones, charging stations and Internet capability.

Lost pets

Tetanus shots The Oklahoma CityCounty Health Department will offer tetanus shots today to rescue workers, volunteers, and residents in areas that are affected by this week’s tornadoes. The health department will send a team to locations in affected areas to give tetanus shots. Tetanus shots are recommended for anyone who hasn’t received a tetanus booster shot within the last 10 years. Tetanus is also known as lockjaw, which can develop when toxins produced by Clostridium tetani bacteria cause uncontrollable muscle spasms. For residents with transportation, the department will be offering tetanus shots at 921 NE 23, which is just to the east of the Oklahoma History Center. Other health department services will continue as normal.

Preserving memories If you find photographs in the debris after Mon-

and offer relief of any kind. The site provides an interactive map with icons indicating various types of assistance including shelters and other services. Individuals can also register to offer help, housing or other services to those in need by calling (724) 4361010.

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MORE OPTIONS To see updated details about how to help Oklahoma tornado victims, scan the QR code below or go online to NewsOK.com.

nered with S&B Burger Joints and will donate 10 percent of all sales through Sunday to the Red Cross of Central and Western Oklahoma. For more information, call 278-8944. I Norman Arts Council and Chipotle at 1641 24ths Ave. NW in Norman are partnering from 5 to 9 p.m. Wednesday to raise funds for tornado relief. The arts council will keep people up to date with more information about benefits and donations needed online at www.normanarts.org/ 2013/05/art-for-mooretornado-relief. I Two concerts already scheduled for this weekend at Oklahoma City’s Blue Door listening room have been transformed into tornado benefit shows. For tickets and information, go to www.bluedoor okc.com or www.ticket storm.com. CONTRIBUTING: RICK ROGERS,

BRANDY MCDONNELL, HEATHER WARLICK, LILLIE-BETH BRINKMAN, DIANA BALDWIN

SHELTERS I Little Axe Resource Center, 1970 156th Ave. NE, Norman, 364-7298. I Carney Oklahoma Senior Center, 301 E Maple, Carney, 865-2678. I Shawnee High School Athletic Center, 1001 N Kennedy, Shawnee, performing arts, 214-7130 or 275-3084. I Moore Community Center, 201 S Howard, Moore, 793-5091. I Newcastle Storm Shelter, 851 N Carr, Newcastle 387-4594. I Journey Church 3801 Journey Parkway, Norman (I-35 and Tecumseh Road) 292-2500. I Oklahoma Baptist University 500 W University, Shawnee. Call Michael Burns, OBU director of residential life, at 308-7336. I Fresh Start Community Church, 309 N Eastern Ave., Moore, 794-7313. I City Rescue Mission, 800 W California Ave., Oklahoma City. I Oakcrest Church of Christ, 1111 SW 89, 6315534. I Chabad Jewish Center of Oklahoma City, 3000 W Hefner Road, 286-0900. I Victory Church, 4300 N MacArthur, 787-4200 I University of Oklahoma, Walker Tower Center, 1400 Asp Ave. Norman, 325-2511 I Trinity Church of the Nazarene, 7301 S Walker Ave, 632-3307 I Graceway Baptist Church, 1100 SW 104, 6911934. I Fifth Street Missionary Baptist Church, 801 NE 5, 235-6031.

Dialysis Fresenius Medical Care has set up a hotline at (800) 626-1297 for people who need dialysis but are without power. Patients can call about local treatment options.

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How to cope BY CARLA HINTON Religion Editor chinton@opubco.com

GOING ON ‘HOPE FOR THE HEARTLAND’ PRAYER SERVICE When: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday. Where: Portland Avenue Baptist Church, 1301 N Portland Ave. Information: 942-5539.

Free eye exams

I Dr. Kenneth Guthrie, 13421 N Pennsylvania Ave., is offering free eye exams for victims who lost glasses or contacts or had eye injuries. For information, call 753-9006. Also, Eyemart Express is making and donating free glasses. I Vision Source will host an eye care clinic from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 28-31 at Graceway Baptist Church at 1100 SW 104. Glasses and contacts will be available at no charge to victims of the tornado. Victims should bring their badges that show they’re tornado victims. Volunteers are organizing a variety of eyerelated services for the event. CONTRIBUTING: LILLIE-BETH BRINKMAN, RICK ROGERS

NOTICE OKLAHOMA CORPORATION COMMISSION Oil and Gas Conservation Division Jim Thorpe Building P. O. BOX 52000 Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 731522000 Application No. 1306540032 STATE OF OKLAHOMA TO: All persons, owners, producers, operators purchasers, and takers of oil and gas, and all other interested persons, particularly in Seminole County, Oklahoma: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN: That New Dominion, LLC 1307 S. Boulder Ave, Tulsa, OK 74119 New Dominion, LLC,is requesting that the Commission, pursuant to OCC-OGR Rules 165:10-5-5 and 165:10-5-6 and ROP 165:5-7-27 administratively authorize the approval of disposal/injection of saltwater into a well as follows: WELL NAME: SIKEACEPE #1-18 SWD LOCATION: SHL: NE/4 SE/4 SE/4 SE/4 Sec. 18Twp. 10N Rng 08E County: Seminole LAT #1: BHL: NW/4 SE/4 SE/4 SE/4 Sec. 18Twp. 10N Rng 08E. County: Seminole LAT #2: BHL: NW/4 SW/4 NW/4 NE/4 Sec. 18 Twp. 10N Rng 08E. County: Seminole NAME OF DISPOSAL ZONE AND DEPTH Arbuckle 4,930’TVD LAT #1: TOP : 5154’MD 5141 TVD’ BOTTOM: 7454’MD 7399 TVD’ LAT #2: TOP : 5656’MD 5635 TVD’ BOTTOM: 8532’MD 7492 TVD’ DISPOSAL RATE AND PRESSURE: 100,000 Bbs/day 1,500 Psi/Surface Objections may be filed with the Oklahoma Corporation Commission within fifteen (15) days af-

ter the publication of this notice. Objections, if any, should be mailed to Oil and Gas Conservation Division, Pollution Abatement Department, Jim Thorpe Building, P. O. Box 52000, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73152-2000

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Edmond Santa Fe seniors graduate

Parents take photos of their graduates during graduation ceremonies for Edmond Santa Fe High School on Saturday. Valedictorian Shehla Fazili straightens the cap of fellow valedictorian Greg Hendrickson before graduation ceremonies for Edmond Santa Fe High School on Saturday. PHOTOS BY PAUL HELLSTERN, THE OKLAHOMAN FROM STAFF REPORTS

EDMOND â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Students from Edmond Santa Fe High School graduated Saturday

at Cox Convention Center in downtown Oklahoma City. Wednesday is the last day of classes for Edmond Public Schools.

School officers shout out the Wolf Howl during graduation ceremonies for Edmond Santa Fe High School.

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Chefs, restaurateurs, others help stave off hunger during tornado relief efforts BY DAVE CATHEY Food Editor dcathey@opubco.com

cook for workers and victims, and is seeking chefs and restaurant professionals to staff the grills. “We need responsible cooks to maintain a certain level of quality and cleanliness to best serve those at work in the storm-ravaged area,” Chen said. To volunteer, call Chen at 326-2705. I Chefs Ryan Parrott, Guy Romo and Jonathan Turney began cooking for Federal Emergency Management Agency workers Tuesday. Parrott said his crew is well set on food for “the next couple of days” but is still seeking napkins, plates, plasticware and togo boxes. Parrott said snacks also are sought. “We’re going to serve them a hot meal,” Parrott said. “But we still need individually packaged foods like power bars or chips so we can send the workers back into the field with a snack and a bottle of water.” Parrott said donations of food or paper goods can be made at Matthew Burch’s Urban Agrarian Market, 1235 SW 2. Burch added that breakfast foods and coffee also are sought. Burch said if you have items you think will be helpful, call 231-1919 to arrange delivery. I Operation Barbecue Relief arrived in Moore on Tuesday. The not-forprofit group was formed in 2011 in support of the tornado in Joplin, Mo., and has supported victims and workers at five disaster sites since. Local pitmaster

James Trina, with Heo’s, prepares food for rescue workers Tuesday inside his mobile kitchen as volunteers work to aid tornado victims and rescuers in Moore. PHOTO BY STEVE SISNEY, THE OKLAHOMAN

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Her two dogs, “a fat Chihuahua and an Akita,” survived inside Mitchell’s badly damaged trailer. Others were not as lucky. Mangled cars and trucks were tossed about like children’s toys in a sandbox. A SpongeBob SquarePants blanket hung from a tree, blowing in the wind. Many trailers were nearly destroyed. The one that once housed Glen Irish, one of two people killed by Sunday’s storms in central Oklahoma, was literally wiped away. Parts and pieces of Irish’s trailer were thrown across the gravel road and beyond. Irish’s body was lying in the small yard in front of Mitchell’s trailer. It was obvious the 79-year-old was dead, she said. Mitchell said her grandson covered Irish with a sheet. He’d been thrown about 40 yards by the twister. “We didn’t know Mr.

Irish too well ... he had lived here, I don’t know, about 10 years. He kept to himself,” Mitchell said. “He was a good neighbor, though, like we all are.” Sunday’s other tornado victim was Billy Hutchinson, 76, the state medical examiner reported. Hutchinson was identified by the medical examiner as a Shawnee resident, but it was not clear where he was at the time of the storms.

But this is Oklahoma — you can get hit anywhere.” AMBER ASH

LIVES IN STEELMAN ESTATES NEAR SHAWNEE

The young mother also said she and her family plan to move back into the trailer park when the debris is cleared away. She said the trailers owned by her parents were not insured but “the lots are paid off.” “Not only that, but we have a lot of memories here, a lot of good times here,” Ash said. “But it does make you nervous, with the one that came so close three years ago, but this is Oklahoma — you can get hit anywhere.”

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Deaths ALLEN

Sims, Theodore Wayne “Ted,” 46, vendor, died Tuesday. Services 10 a.m. Friday, Allen Church of God of Prophecy (Criswell, Ada).

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Ford Medcalf, Rosetta Mae, 73, homemaker, died Monday. Services 11 a.m. Thursday (Brown’s, Atoka).

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BETHANY

Brandt, Marie, 90, schoolteacher, died Sunday. Services 2 p.m. Wednesday, First Baptist Church of Bethany (Mercer-Adams, Bethany).

BLACKWELL

Free, Jesse Lee, 64, derrick hand, died Monday. Visitation only 2 p.m. Thursday, Roberts and Son Funeral Home (Roberts and Son, Blackwell).

MARLOW

Long, Billie Jean, 80, homemaker, died Sunday. Services 10 a.m. Wednesday, First Baptist Church Chapel (Callaway-Smith-Cobb, Marlow).

MEEKER

Ore, Lawrence “Sam,” 56, painter, died May 12. Graveside services 2 p.m. May 31, Sunnylane Cemetery, Del City (Hibbs, Choctaw).

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MOORE

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Kilburn, Herbert Lee, 79, died Friday. Mass 10 a.m. Wednesday, St. James the Greater Catholic Church, Oklahoma City (Ford, Midwest City).

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Johnson, Mary Jo, 75, died Sunday. Services pending (Primrose, Norman).

OKEMAH

Zink, Leona H., 73, retired health care worker, died Sunday. Wake 6 p.m. Wednesday, Parks Brothers Chapel. Services 2 p.m. Thursday, Thlopthlocco United Methodist Church (Parks Brothers, Okemah).

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schoolteacher, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday, Ringling United Methodist Church (Alexander, Wilson).

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Riggs, Larry, 63, AOG meter installer, died Monday. Graveside services 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Sallisaw City Cemetery (Agent, Sallisaw).

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WEATHERFORD

Perry, Robert Michael, 56, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday (Jackson, Okmulgee).

PAULS VALLEY

Crews, Hallie M., 83, retired school secretary, died Tuesday. Services 11 a.m. Saturday, First Baptist Church of Pauls Valley (Stufflebean-Coffey, Pauls Valley).

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Doering, Dorothy, 81, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday, First Lutheran Church (Trout, Ponca City).

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Trinkle, Lester Earl, 94, farmer, died April 14. Services 11 a.m. Saturday, First Osage Baptist Church, Fairfax (Poteet, Pawnee).

RINGLING

Scott, Thelma Mae, 104, retired

CHOCTAW

Etta, Faye Buchanan, 91, laundry owner, died Monday. Services 1 p.m. Friday, Bethel Christian Center (Bill Eisenhour NE, Oklahoma City).

CORDELL

Brown, Susie Anna, 91, homemaker, died Sunday. Graveside services 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Clinton City Cemetery (People’s Co-Operative, Lone Wolf).

CRESCENT

Davis, Patriece Suzanne, 57, homemaker, died Sunday. Services 4 p.m. Friday, Northwest LifeChurch Campus, Oklahoma City (Abernathy-Aaron, Crescent).

CUSHING

Boatman, Monty Rose, 64, clerk, died Tuesday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday, Tri-County Church of Christ (Palmer & Marler, Cushing).

DEL CITY

Boyd, Johnnie, 85, died Sunday. Services pending (Ford, Midwest City). Mattocks, Greg, 53, died Sunday. Services pending (Ford, Midwest City).

DOW

Vires, Charles H., 74, died Monday. Graveside services 10 a.m. Thursday, Bache-Red Oak Cemetery (Brumley-Mills, McAlester).

DURHAM

Hawkins, Dewitt, 87, farmer and rancher, died Tuesday. Services 10 a.m. Thursday, Durham Baptist Church (Rose Chapel, Cheyenne).

EDMOND

Inez Marie McDowell April 29, 1936 - May 19, 2013

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Region, William Ray “Bud,” 69, died Sunday. Services 10:30 a.m. Thursday (Martin, Elk City).

EUFAULA

Pinney, Mary Alice, 83, homemaker, died Monday. Services pending (Hunn Black & Merritt, Eufaula). Sterling, Carla I., 39, died Tuesday. Services pending (Hunn Black & Merritt, Eufaula).

GUYMON

Cox, Eula Mae, 91, homemaker, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Wednesday (Henson-Novak, Guymon).

HARRAH

Wiley, Robert, 77, retired from Air Force, died Saturday. Private services (Hibbs, Choctaw).

IDABEL

Kelly, Jewel, 98, homemaker, died Sunday. Graveside services 10 a.m. Thursday, Denison Cemetery (White, Idabel).

LAWTON

Messer, Billy Joe, 72, retired from Army, died Saturday. Services were Tuesday (Whinery-Huddleston, Lawton).

LEXINGTON

Lynch, Jiena, 31, died May 13. Services 1 p.m. Sunday, Cross J Chapel, Purcell (Caskets Inc & Johnson, Del City).

MADILL

Melton, Katherine Bernice, 83, died Saturday. Graveside services 10 a.m. Friday, Woodberry-Forest Cemetery (Watts, Madill).

SPIRO

Thorson, Lowell T., 77, died Friday. Services 11 a.m. May 28, Our Lord’s Lutheran Church (Cremation Society, Oklahoma City). Day, Orval Ray, 70, died Monday. Services 1 p.m. Friday, Victory Point Baptist Church (Wilson Little, Purcell). Ramsey, Bobby James, 86, crop adjuster, died Tuesday. Services 10:30 a.m. Friday (Lockstone, Weatherford).

WHEATLAND

Raper, Travis B., 78, trucking business owner, died Tuesday. Services 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Oklahoma City (McNeil’s, Mustang).

Doshier, Bobby Dean, 77, truck driver, died Saturday. Services 11 a.m. Friday (Evans & Miller, Poteau).

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WOODWARD

White, Imogene “Ardis,” 86, homemaker, died Monday. Services 10 a.m. Friday, First Assembly of God (Mallory-Martin, Stigler).

STILLWATER

Wittwer, Ronald, 86, retired business owner, died Monday. Services 10 a.m. Friday, Life Church (Strode, Stillwater).

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Blankenship, Arletta, 74, teacher, died Tuesday. Services 2 p.m. Friday, Bible Baptist Church (Ferguson, Chickasha). Gross, Alpha Bell, 93, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday (McRay, Chickasha).

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Smith, J.A. “Jay,” 84, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday, First Baptist Church (Brown’s, Durant).

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and Sons, Oklahoma City). Stone, Joe, 83, died Sunday. Services 2 p.m. Wednesday, Memorial Christian Church (Guardian, Oklahoma City).

BOKCHITO

Bailey, Jeanne, 89, retired machinist, died Monday. Services 10 a.m. Thursday, Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church (Parks Brothers, Chandler).

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Peggy Alice Payne July 3, 1938 - May 16, 2013

George Josef Miskovsky, Jr. July 28, 1934 - May 17, 2013

George Paul Walters November 24, 1941 - May 20, 2013

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IN BRIEF JAZZ CONCERT TO BENEFIT MOORE NORMAN — The Norman High Jazz Choir and Jazz Band spring concert was canceled Monday night due to the severe weather that devastated Moore. The students have rescheduled the concert for Wednesday night and have dubbed it “Jazz Aid” to raise funds for tornado victims. The event will include a cookout and will begin at 6 p.m. on the lawn of Norman High School, 911 W Main. Jazz musicians from Norman North and University of Oklahoma are invited to join in.

BASKETBALL CAMP IS FOR GIRLS SHAWNEE — St. Gregory’s University women’s basketball coach Herman Burge will host a basketball camp for girls ages 6-17 on June 3-6 at the university. The camp will be from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily at W.P. Wood Field House. The camp costs $90 for those who register before Monday. A sibling discount of $45 is available. Children whose families were affected by the recent storms in the Shawnee area will be eligible for free admission to the camp. For more information, call 878-5662.

WHEELCHAIR BASKETBALL CAMP SET A wheelchair basketball camp will be offered June 12-14 by the nonprofit Starpoint Basketball Academy. The camp is from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. each day on the campus of Mid-America Christian University, 3500 SW 119. The camp is for boys and girls ages 4 to 18. The cost is $130 per camper. For more information, go to www.starpoint basketball.com or call Michael Patterson at 2106299.

HEALTH FAIR IS SCHEDULED YUKON — West Point Christian Church will hold an event to raise funds for hemophilia research. The health fair, yard sale and ticket drawings fundraiser is from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 1 at the church at 1600 S Richland Road in Yukon. For more information, call 818-9199.

Members of the Bricktown Rotary Club and volunteers from Lingo Construction build a treehouse for the Salvation Army Boys and Girls Club of Oklahoma City. PHOTOS BY M. TIM BLAKE, FOR THE OKLAHOMAN

Peter Fulmer, Chad Linville, Keith Parker and Stan Lingo fasten decking to the frame of a treehouse they helped build Saturday at the Salvation Army Boys and Girls Club. FROM STAFF REPORTS

An outdoor playground with a treehouse and space for more than 100 children to play at The Salvation Army’s Boys & Girls Club of Oklahoma City is being built by the Bricktown Rotary Club. The club donated funds and labor to build the treehouse and picnic tables at the Boys and Girls Club at 2808 SE 44. Lingo Construction designed the treehouse and provided a foreman and tools for a Saturday work day. Megan Ellis, Rotarian and former Salvation Army Boys & Girls Club unit director, said the outdoor playgroundis greatly needed. “So much learning about the physical work and the sciences happens outside. Bricktown Rotary got excited by the idea and have made the dream a reality,” Ellis said. “Play is an integral part of learning for children and what’s more fun than a treehouse on a summer’s day?” The outdoor classroom will be ready for use by children this summer and next school year for The Salvation Army scouting programs, Boys & Girls Club nature and science programs, summer break activities, and afterschool activities. The Salvation Army Boys & Girls Club serves more than 300 children and their families on the southeast side of Oklahoma City.

Randy Cassimus and Drew Upchurch saw a board for a treehouse as they volunteer at the Salvation Army Boys and Girls Club.

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Gwendolyn Riggs Sheid Jay May 19, 1938 - May 20, 2013

Kyle Steven Davis June 16, 2004 - May 20, 2013

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Pastor R.P. Thompson April 6, 1931 - May 20, 2013

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Museums’ supporters back off on requests BY MICHAEL MCNUTT Capitol Bureau mmcnutt@opubco.com

Police witnesses leave court for storm relief, prompting mistrial

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Adam Piro

Some of the police witnesses were waiting to take the stand Monday afternoon when they learned about the devastating twister via their radios. “I wanted those officers

Bryan: Witnesses tell of Bryan’s boasts of affairs FROM PAGE 17A

Christopher Jackson McBride, 33, and Jennifer M. Kauffmann, 33. Jason Alan Blakely Schooling, 22, and Amanda Lynn McCaslin, 18. Richard Alan Vanskike, 25, and Jennifer Rachel Temple, 24. Rodrigo Balcazar Celis, 23, and Ashley Nicole Fletcher, 20. Patrick Kelly Butler, 33, and Rachel Lee Wisk, 33. Pedro Gutierrez Serna, 20, and Claribel Munoz, 18. Gabriel Prado Hernandez, 28, and Vanessa Zavala, 18. Kenneth Ross Pendley, 58, and Pamela Jean Tilden, 55. Andrew Tod Davis, 24, and Katherine Claire Horn, 21. Manuel John Taylor, 37, and Fredesbinda Granda Abad, 36. Jose J. Avila Gutierres, 40, and Lizbeth Guzman Lara, 25. Kelvin Lee Hill, 39, and Lydia Nichole Salazar, 34. Clinton Joseph Kubat, 26, and

Allyson Rose Caldwell, 24. Michael Wayne Longley, 20, and Summer Joy King, 18. Benjamin Douglas Saunders, 25, and Jo Anna Rose Roberts, 21.

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Police say arson death suspect sought to get back at her ex BY TIM WILLERT Staff Writer twillert@opubco.com

at her ex-husband, Tony Guillen, according to a probable cause affidavit. Adrian lived at the house with his mother, Noemi Lopez, and Guillen, who were at a bar until 2 a.m., neighbors said.

Burglary scheme told Cruz said her exhusband was not paying child support for their daughter and she planned

CONVICTED

Adrian Roberto Avalos

Jury says Bryan guilty of murdering her husband in 2011

Rebecca Bryan, left, listens to her defense attorney, Gary James, right, give closing arguments Tuesday in the Canadian County Courthouse in El Reno. PHOTOS BY STEVE GOOCH, THE OKLAHOMAN

Canadian County Assistant District Attorney Paul Hesse listens to James’ closing arguments Tuesday.

BY BRYAN DEAN

gun box kept under her mattress. She was known to carry the gun in her purse. The utility room was not on the path Rebecca Bryan repeatedly said the killer took as he entered and exited the home. She said she followed the intruder out her garage door after he shot her husband and saw him get into a small dark pickup. “If this person, immediately after shooting Keith Bryan, departed the house out the garage door, how

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Rebecca Bryan

The case went to the jury about 1 p.m. after both sides made their closing statements. Canadian County Assistant District

Shawnee-area tornado carved a familiar path BY ANDREW KNITTLE Staff Writer aknittle@opubco.com

Residents of Steelman Estates in Bethel Acres sift through the remains of their homes Monday after a violent tornado ripped through the neighborhood Sunday. PHOTO BY JIM BECKEL, THE OKLAHOMAN

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How to help victims FROM STAFF REPORTS

Cash donations requested Financial donations will allow disaster relief agen-

cies to purchase whatever items are deemed necessary without resulting in the additional burden of securing warehouse space and volunteers to work the donated product.

Search for loved ones Safeandwell.org is the Red Cross site where you can register yourself as safe, or search for friends and family members. Call 211 for nonemergency services and information.

Shelter for volunteers

How to get help FROM STAFF REPORTS

If you are looking for help after the recent storms, these agencies are offering shelter and additional support, including charging for your wireless devices.

Disaster assistance To apply for disaster assistance individuals and business owners may call (800) 621-FEMA (3362) or go online to www.disaster assistance.gov.

Bulk shopping and free power Central Oklahoma Sam’s Clubs are temporarily waiving membership requirements to support residents and communities affected in Monday’s tornadoes. The clubs are also establishing free power stations so community members without power can recharge their phones, laptop computers, and other electronic devices. Locations are: 3400 W Main in Norman, 5510 SW 5, 9000 NW Passage and 1900 W Memorial in Oklahoma City, 6521 SE 29 in Midwest City.

Lost pets

Preserving memories If you find photographs in the debris after Mon-

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Dialysis Fresenius Medical Care has set up a hotline at (800) 626-1297 for people who need dialysis but are without power. Patients can call about local treatment options.

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How to cope BY CARLA HINTON Religion Editor chinton@opubco.com

GOING ON ‘HOPE FOR THE HEARTLAND’ PRAYER SERVICE When: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday. Where: Portland Avenue Baptist Church, 1301 N Portland Ave. Information: 942-5539.

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James Trina, with Heo’s, prepares food for rescue workers Tuesday inside his mobile kitchen as volunteers work to aid tornado victims and rescuers in Moore. PHOTO BY STEVE SISNEY, THE OKLAHOMAN

via PayPal at wildals.webs. com. Chen said the police group has set up a post to cook for workers and victims, and is seeking chefs and restaurant professionals to staff the grills. “We need responsible cooks to maintain a certain level of quality and cleanliness to best serve those at work in the storm-ravaged area,” Chen said. To volunteer, call Chen at 326-2705. I Chefs Ryan Parrott, Guy Romo and Jonathan Turney began cooking for Federal Emergency Management Agency workers Tuesday. Parrott said his crew is well set on food for “the next couple of days” but is still seeking napkins, plates, plasticware and togo boxes. Parrott said

snacks also are sought. “We’re going to serve them a hot meal,” Parrott said. “But we still need individually packaged foods like power bars or chips so we can send the workers back into the field with a snack and a bottle of water.” Parrott said donations of food or paper goods can be made at Matthew Burch’s Urban Agrarian Market, 1235 SW 2. Burch added that breakfast foods and coffee also are sought. Burch said if you have items you think will be helpful, call 231-1919 to arrange delivery. I Operation Barbecue Relief arrived in Moore on Tuesday. The not-forprofit group was formed in 2011 in support of the tornado in Joplin, Mo., and has supported victims and

Path: ‘Like jet engines’ FROM PAGE 17A

Hutchinson was identified by the medical examiner as a Shawnee resident, but it was not clear where he was at the time of the storms.

family are staying at their business closer to town until things settle down. The young mother also said she and her family plan to move back into the trailer park when the debris is cleared away. She said the trailers owned by her parents were not insured but “the lots are paid off.” “Not only that, but we have a lot of memories here, a lot of good times here,” Ash said. “But it does make you nervous, with the one that came so close three years ago, but this is Oklahoma — you can get hit anywhere.”

workers at five disaster sites since. Local pitmaster Russ Garrett said Operation Barbecue Relief will be in town as long as it takes. Ben. E. Keith Foods donated the beef. I McNellie’s pubs in Norman, Tulsa and Oklahoma City announced all proceeds from Oklahoma beers sold until the end of the month will be donated. I Allied Arts has partnered with S&B Burger Joints and will donate 10 percent of all sales through Sunday to the Red Cross of Central and Western Oklahoma. For more information, call 278-8944. I A Good Egg Dining

Group sent 500 cases of water to First Baptist Church of Moore on Tuesday. The group also announced its Tucker’s Fried Onion Burgers concepts will redesignate its Refill the Community proceeds to Plaza Towers Elementary in Moore. I Finally, local chefs Chris Becker, Marc Dunham, Kurt Fleischfresser, Jonathon Stranger and Josh Valentine will headline a culinary event on Sunday at Myriad Gardens called OK Chefs Relief. The local chefs will open a pop-up restaurant at 11 a.m. in the restaurant space in the botanical gar-

dens complex that will run until 10 p.m. The chefs will feature a three-course meal with 100 percent of the proceeds going to the Red Cross. Fleischfresser said there will be no charge for the meal, but asks that people make a donation of at least $35. Fleischfresser said people can expect “spontaneous cuisine” made from locally donated ingredients. The restaurant holds about 80 people. The event is first-come, first-served, but hosts will take names at the entrance and text those waiting for seats.

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Deaths ALLEN

Sims, Theodore Wayne “Ted,” 46, vendor, died Tuesday. Services 10 a.m. Friday, Allen Church of God of Prophecy (Criswell, Ada).

ATOKA

Ford Medcalf, Rosetta Mae, 73, homemaker, died Monday. Services 11 a.m. Thursday (Brown’s, Atoka).

BARTLESVILLE

BETHANY

Brandt, Marie, 90, schoolteacher, died Sunday. Services 2 p.m. Wednesday, First Baptist Church of Bethany (Mercer-Adams, Bethany).

BLACKWELL

Free, Jesse Lee, 64, derrick hand, died Monday. Visitation only 2 p.m. Thursday, Roberts and Son Funeral Home (Roberts and Son, Blackwell).

MARLOW

Long, Billie Jean, 80, homemaker, died Sunday. Services 10 a.m. Wednesday, First Baptist Church Chapel (Callaway-Smith-Cobb, Marlow).

MEEKER

Ore, Lawrence “Sam,” 56, painter, died May 12. Graveside services 2 p.m. May 31, Sunnylane Cemetery, Del City (Hibbs, Choctaw).

MIDWEST CITY

MOORE

MUSKOGEE

NEWCASTLE

Kilburn, Herbert Lee, 79, died Friday. Mass 10 a.m. Wednesday, St. James the Greater Catholic Church, Oklahoma City (Ford, Midwest City).

NORMAN

Johnson, Mary Jo, 75, died Sunday. Services pending (Primrose, Norman).

OKEMAH

Zink, Leona H., 73, retired health care worker, died Sunday. Wake 6 p.m. Wednesday, Parks Brothers Chapel. Services 2 p.m. Thursday, Thlopthlocco United Methodist Church (Parks Brothers, Okemah).

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schoolteacher, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday, Ringling United Methodist Church (Alexander, Wilson).

OKMULGEE

Riggs, Larry, 63, AOG meter installer, died Monday. Graveside services 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Sallisaw City Cemetery (Agent, Sallisaw).

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WEATHERFORD

Perry, Robert Michael, 56, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday (Jackson, Okmulgee).

PAULS VALLEY

Crews, Hallie M., 83, retired school secretary, died Tuesday. Services 11 a.m. Saturday, First Baptist Church of Pauls Valley (Stufflebean-Coffey, Pauls Valley).

PONCA CITY

Doering, Dorothy, 81, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday, First Lutheran Church (Trout, Ponca City).

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RALSTON

Trinkle, Lester Earl, 94, farmer, died April 14. Services 11 a.m. Saturday, First Osage Baptist Church, Fairfax (Poteet, Pawnee).

RINGLING

Scott, Thelma Mae, 104, retired

CHOCTAW

Etta, Faye Buchanan, 91, laundry owner, died Monday. Services 1 p.m. Friday, Bethel Christian Center (Bill Eisenhour NE, Oklahoma City).

CORDELL

Brown, Susie Anna, 91, homemaker, died Sunday. Graveside services 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Clinton City Cemetery (People’s Co-Operative, Lone Wolf).

CRESCENT

Davis, Patriece Suzanne, 57, homemaker, died Sunday. Services 4 p.m. Friday, Northwest LifeChurch Campus, Oklahoma City (Abernathy-Aaron, Crescent).

CUSHING

Boatman, Monty Rose, 64, clerk, died Tuesday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday, Tri-County Church of Christ (Palmer & Marler, Cushing).

DEL CITY

Boyd, Johnnie, 85, died Sunday. Services pending (Ford, Midwest City). Mattocks, Greg, 53, died Sunday. Services pending (Ford, Midwest City).

DOW

Vires, Charles H., 74, died Monday. Graveside services 10 a.m. Thursday, Bache-Red Oak Cemetery (Brumley-Mills, McAlester).

DURHAM

Hawkins, Dewitt, 87, farmer and rancher, died Tuesday. Services 10 a.m. Thursday, Durham Baptist Church (Rose Chapel, Cheyenne).

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Inez Marie McDowell April 29, 1936 - May 19, 2013

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Region, William Ray “Bud,” 69, died Sunday. Services 10:30 a.m. Thursday (Martin, Elk City).

EUFAULA

Pinney, Mary Alice, 83, homemaker, died Monday. Services pending (Hunn Black & Merritt, Eufaula). Sterling, Carla I., 39, died Tuesday. Services pending (Hunn Black & Merritt, Eufaula).

GUYMON

Cox, Eula Mae, 91, homemaker, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Wednesday (Henson-Novak, Guymon).

HARRAH

Wiley, Robert, 77, retired from Air Force, died Saturday. Private services (Hibbs, Choctaw).

IDABEL

Kelly, Jewel, 98, homemaker, died Sunday. Graveside services 10 a.m. Thursday, Denison Cemetery (White, Idabel).

LAWTON

Messer, Billy Joe, 72, retired from Army, died Saturday. Services were Tuesday (Whinery-Huddleston, Lawton).

LEXINGTON

Lynch, Jiena, 31, died May 13. Services 1 p.m. Sunday, Cross J Chapel, Purcell (Caskets Inc & Johnson, Del City).

MADILL

Melton, Katherine Bernice, 83, died Saturday. Graveside services 10 a.m. Friday, Woodberry-Forest Cemetery (Watts, Madill).

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Raper, Travis B., 78, trucking business owner, died Tuesday. Services 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Oklahoma City (McNeil’s, Mustang).

Doshier, Bobby Dean, 77, truck driver, died Saturday. Services 11 a.m. Friday (Evans & Miller, Poteau).

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WOODWARD

White, Imogene “Ardis,” 86, homemaker, died Monday. Services 10 a.m. Friday, First Assembly of God (Mallory-Martin, Stigler).

STILLWATER

Wittwer, Ronald, 86, retired business owner, died Monday. Services 10 a.m. Friday, Life Church (Strode, Stillwater).

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Blankenship, Arletta, 74, teacher, died Tuesday. Services 2 p.m. Friday, Bible Baptist Church (Ferguson, Chickasha). Gross, Alpha Bell, 93, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday (McRay, Chickasha).

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and Sons, Oklahoma City). Stone, Joe, 83, died Sunday. Services 2 p.m. Wednesday, Memorial Christian Church (Guardian, Oklahoma City).

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Bailey, Jeanne, 89, retired machinist, died Monday. Services 10 a.m. Thursday, Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church (Parks Brothers, Chandler).

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George Josef Miskovsky, Jr. July 28, 1934 - May 17, 2013

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Valedictorian Shehla Fazili straightens the cap of fellow valedictorian Greg Hendrickson Saturday before graduation ceremonies for Edmond Santa Fe High School at Cox Convention Center.

Edmond Santa Fe holds ceremony to graduate seniors FROM STAFF REPORTS

EDMOND – Students from Edmond Santa Fe High School graduated Saturday at Cox Convention Center in downtown Oklahoma City. Wednesday is the last day of classes for Edmond Public Schools.

School officers shout out the Wolf Howl during graduation ceremonies for Edmond Santa Fe High School.

Parents take photos of their graduates Saturday during graduation ceremonies for Edmond Santa Fe High School.

WHEELCHAIR BASKETBALL CAMP SET A wheelchair basketball camp will be offered June 12-14 by the nonprofit Starpoint Basketball Academy. The camp is from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. each day on the campus of MidAmerica Christian University, 3500 SW 119. The camp is for boys and girls ages 4 to 18. The cost is $130 per camper. For more information, go to www.starpoint basketball.com or call Michael Patterson at 210-6299.

HEALTH FAIR IS SCHEDULED YUKON — West Point

Christian Church will hold an event to raise funds for hemophilia research. The health fair, yard sale and ticket drawings fundraiser is from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 1 at the church at 1600 S Richland Road in Yukon. For more information, call 818-9199. FROM STAFF REPORTS

PHOTOS BY PAUL HELLSTERN, THE OKLAHOMAN

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Gwendolyn Riggs Sheid Jay May 19, 1938 - May 20, 2013

Kyle Steven Davis June 16, 2004 - May 20, 2013

Mary Lee Brown

April 26, 1942 - May 18, 2013

Pastor R.P. Thompson April 6, 1931 - May 20, 2013

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William Charles Scheihing Jr. December 9, 1956 - May 19, 2013

Mollie Hirsch

July 24, 1913 - May 19, 2013

Sienna Michelle Meeks

Barbara Lee Maupin

February 22, 2013 - May 21, 2013

July 3, 1927 - May 19, 2013

Antonia Lee Candelaria

November 16, 2003 - May 20, 2013

Jean KillingsworthSmith

November 18, 1924 - May 18, 2013

Carl Echols

December 14, 1927 - May 19, 2013

Arletta Blankenship Oct. 9, 1938 - May 21, 2013

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Museums’ supporters back off on requests BY MICHAEL MCNUTT Capitol Bureau mmcnutt@opubco.com

Police witnesses leave court for storm relief, prompting mistrial

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VETERANS BILL GOES TO FALLIN

BY TIM WILLERT Staff Writer twillert@opubco.com

Adam Piro

Some of the police witnesses were waiting to take the stand Monday afternoon when they learned about the devastating twister via their radios. “I wanted those officers

Bryan: Witnesses tell of Bryan’s boasts of affairs FROM PAGE 17A

Allyson Rose Caldwell, 24. Michael Wayne Longley, 20, and Summer Joy King, 18. Benjamin Douglas Saunders, 25, and Jo Anna Rose Roberts, 21.

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Police say arson death suspect sought to get back at her ex BY TIM WILLERT Staff Writer twillert@opubco.com

at her ex-husband, Tony Guillen, according to a probable cause affidavit. Adrian lived at the house with his mother, Noemi Lopez, and Guillen, who were at a bar until 2 a.m., neighbors said.

Burglary scheme told Cruz said her exhusband was not paying child support for their daughter and she planned

CONVICTED

Adrian Roberto Avalos

Jury says Bryan guilty of murdering her husband in 2011

Rebecca Bryan, left, listens to her defense attorney, Gary James, right, give closing arguments Tuesday in the Canadian County Courthouse in El Reno. PHOTOS BY STEVE GOOCH, THE OKLAHOMAN

Canadian County Assistant District Attorney Paul Hesse listens to James’ closing arguments Tuesday.

BY BRYAN DEAN

gun box kept under her mattress. She was known to carry the gun in her purse. The utility room was not on the path Rebecca Bryan repeatedly said the killer took as he entered and exited the home. She said she followed the intruder out her garage door after he shot her husband and saw him get into a small dark pickup. “If this person, immediately after shooting Keith Bryan, departed the house out the garage door, how

Staff Writer bdean@opubco.com

Rebecca Bryan

The case went to the jury about 1 p.m. after both sides made their closing statements. Canadian County Assistant District

Shawnee-area tornado carved a familiar path BY ANDREW KNITTLE Staff Writer aknittle@opubco.com

Residents of Steelman Estates in Bethel Acres sift through the remains of their homes Monday after a violent tornado ripped through the neighborhood Sunday. PHOTO BY JIM BECKEL, THE OKLAHOMAN

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How to help victims FROM STAFF REPORTS

Cash donations requested Financial donations will allow disaster relief agen-

cies to purchase whatever items are deemed necessary without resulting in the additional burden of securing warehouse space and volunteers to work the donated product.

Search for loved ones Safeandwell.org is the Red Cross site where you can register yourself as safe, or search for friends and family members. Call 211 for nonemergency services and information.

Shelter for volunteers

How to get help FROM STAFF REPORTS

If you are looking for help after the recent storms, these agencies are offering shelter and additional support, including charging for your wireless devices.

Disaster assistance To apply for disaster assistance individuals and business owners may call (800) 621-FEMA (3362) or go online to www.disaster assistance.gov.

Bulk shopping and free power Central Oklahoma Sam’s Clubs are temporarily waiving membership requirements to support residents and communities affected in Monday’s tornadoes. The clubs are also establishing free power stations so community members without power can recharge their phones, laptop computers, and other electronic devices. Locations are: 3400 W Main in Norman, 5510 SW 5, 9000 NW Passage and 1900 W Memorial in Oklahoma City, 6521 SE 29 in Midwest City.

Lost pets

Preserving memories If you find photographs in the debris after Mon-

Medical

Benefits

MORE OPTIONS To see updated details about how to help Oklahoma tornado victims, scan the QR code below or go online to NewsOK.com.

BRANDY MCDONNELL, HEATHER WARLICK, LILLIE-BETH BRINKMAN, DIANA BALDWIN

Dialysis Fresenius Medical Care has set up a hotline at (800) 626-1297 for people who need dialysis but are without power. Patients can call about local treatment options.

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How to cope BY CARLA HINTON Religion Editor chinton@opubco.com

GOING ON ‘HOPE FOR THE HEARTLAND’ PRAYER SERVICE When: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday. Where: Portland Avenue Baptist Church, 1301 N Portland Ave. Information: 942-5539.

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Edmond seniors graduate Parents take photos of their graduates during graduation ceremonies for Edmond Santa Fe High School on Saturday.

Valedictorian Shehla Fazili straightens the cap of fellow valedictorian Greg Hendrickson before graduation ceremonies for Edmond Santa Fe High School on Saturday. PHOTOS BY PAUL HELLSTERN, THE OKLAHOMAN FROM STAFF REPORTS

EDMOND â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Students from Edmond Santa Fe High School graduated Saturday at Cox Convention Center in downtown Oklahoma City. Wednesday is the last day of classes for Edmond Public Schools.

School officers shout out the Wolf Howl during graduation ceremonies for Edmond Santa Fe High School.

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ROTARIANS BUILD PLAYGROUND FOR OKC BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB

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Members of the Bricktown Rotary Club and volunteers from Lingo Construction build a treehouse for the Salvation Army Boys and Girls Club of Oklahoma City. PHOTOS BY M. TIM BLAKE, FOR THE OKLAHOMAN

Randy Cassimus and Drew Upchurch (with saw) rip a board for a treehouse as they volunteer at the Salvation Army Boys and Girls Club. FROM STAFF REPORTS

Reunions CHOCTAW Choctaw High School class of 1959, monthly breakfast, first Wednesday, Dixie Diner, 11201 NE 23, Nicoma Park. Call Don Windle, 326-3690. Choctaw High School class of 1957, monthly breakfast, 9 a.m. first Friday, Don’s Alley, 4601 SE 29, Del City.

CLINTON Clinton Schools All-Class Alumni Reunion, May 24-25. For information call Randy or Sharon Meacham at 580-3234020 or shayerene47 @hughes.net.

DEL CITY Del City High School class of 1963, 50th reunion, June 7-8. Contact Sue Venable Anthony at 789-4230 or sueanthony@ sbcglobal.net.

EDMOND Edmond High School Class of 1973, 40-year class reunion, 7 p.m. June 22, American Legion Building, Fifth & Littler, Edmond. Class website: www.ehs 73.org.

MOORE Moore High School class of 1963, reunion June 22. Call Susan Janeway Humphries at 794-2310 or nanasudy@att.net. Moore High School class of 1973, 40th reunion scheduled for June 15. For details go to moorehigh1973.com or call 249-2952.

Peter Fulmer, Chad Linville, Keith Parker and Stan Lingo fasten decking to the frame of a treehouse they helped build Saturday at the Salvation Army Boys and Girls Club.

provided a foreman and tools for a Saturday work day. Megan Ellis, Rotarian and former Salvation Army Boys & Girls Club unit director, said the outdoor playgroundis greatly needed. “So much learning about the physical work and the sciences happens

outside. Bricktown Rotary got excited by the idea and have made the dream a reality,” Ellis said. “Play is an integral part of learning for children and what’s more fun than a treehouse on a summer’s day?” The outdoor classroom will be ready for use by children this summer and next school year for The

Salvation Army scouting programs, Boys & Girls Club nature and science programs, summer break activities, and afterschool activities. The Salvation Army Boys & Girls Club serves more than 300 children and their families on the southeast side of Oklahoma City.

NEWKIRK

392-5508, or go to www.capitolhillhs64.com. Capitol Hill High School class of 1960, 6 p.m. first Friday, Grill on the Hill, 324 SW 25. Ed Hendrix, 524-7454. Classen High School class of 1948 reunion, April 26-27, Quail Creek Golf and Country Club. Call Jim Gonders, 755-7844. Douglass High School class of 1966, reunion June 26-29, 2014. Contact Willie Kelley at 7967052, Francie Forshee-Pendleton at 427-1367 or www. douglassclassof1966.com. Harding High School class of 1962, looking for classmates for 50-year reunion. Call Robert Nance, 745-3939. Northwest Classen class of 1968, 45th reunion, 6 to 10 p.m. July12-13. Register online at www.nwc1968.myevent.com. Contact nwc_1968@yahoo.com or 830-1452 with questions. Southeast High School Class of 1983, 30-year reunion, June 29, PhotoArt Studio, 1738 NW 16. Call 408-0656 or go to sehs 1983reunion30@gmail.com. Star Spencer High School class of 1963, 50th reunion, May 31 and June 1. Looking for missing classmates. Call Dorothea at 808-4003.

SULPHUR

Chilocco Indian School, 118th all-school reunion, May 30June 2, First Council Casino Hotel and Chilocco campus. Call Jim Baker, 377-6826.

NOBLE Noble High School all-school centennial, June 7-8. Call 872-5157 or email joyoce.carle @sbcglobal.net.

NORMAN Norman High School class of 1969, 5:30 p.m. third Saturday, Coach’s Restaurant, 102 W Main. Email Peggy Clark Smith at psmith1951@aol.com or go to www.nhs1969.com. Norman High School class of 1973, 40-year reunion, June 28-29. Registration at www.norman73.com, for information contact Carolyn Heck Bechtold at csbokc1@cox.net or 642-3335 or Pam Clark Timmons at pctimmons@pldi.net.

OKEMAH Mason School annual homecoming, 2 p.m. June 8, Mason School Cafeteria. For information call Norma Deaton, 918623-1406.

OKLAHOMA CITY Capitol Hill High School class of 1963, looking for classmates for 50-year reunion on June 7-8. Go to chhsclassof63@ yahoo.com, or contact Diana at 381-2060 or Twyla at 691-1251. Capitol Hill High School class of 1964, 6 p.m. second Tuesday at Boomerang Grill, and 11:30 a.m. last Monday at the Grill on the Hill. Call Doris Gray Martin,

PUTNAM CITY Putnam City High School class of 1967, seeking classmates for 45-year reunion. Call 812-6457, or email pchs1967@cox.net.

SHAWNEE Shawnee High School class of 1983, looking for classmates for 30-year reunion July 26-27 at the Event Center, Grand Casino and Hotel. Call Carl Packwood at 642-9322 or Sheila Laughlin at 275-9677.

Sulphur High School class of 1983, 30-year reunion, June 15, at the Sulphur Elks Lodge. For information, contact Terry Groover at sulphurhsclassof83 @yahoo.com.

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Deaths ALLEN

Sims, Theodore Wayne “Ted,” 46, vendor, died Tuesday. Services 10 a.m. Friday, Allen Church of God of Prophecy (Criswell, Ada).

ATOKA

Ford Medcalf, Rosetta Mae, 73, homemaker, died Monday. Services 11 a.m. Thursday (Brown’s, Atoka).

BARTLESVILLE

BETHANY

Brandt, Marie, 90, schoolteacher, died Sunday. Services 2 p.m. Wednesday, First Baptist Church of Bethany (Mercer-Adams, Bethany).

BLACKWELL

Free, Jesse Lee, 64, derrick hand, died Monday. Visitation only 2 p.m. Thursday, Roberts and Son Funeral Home (Roberts and Son, Blackwell).

MARLOW

Long, Billie Jean, 80, homemaker, died Sunday. Services 10 a.m. Wednesday, First Baptist Church Chapel (Callaway-Smith-Cobb, Marlow).

MEEKER

Ore, Lawrence “Sam,” 56, painter, died May 12. Graveside services 2 p.m. May 31, Sunnylane Cemetery, Del City (Hibbs, Choctaw).

MIDWEST CITY

MOORE

MUSKOGEE

NEWCASTLE

Kilburn, Herbert Lee, 79, died Friday. Mass 10 a.m. Wednesday, St. James the Greater Catholic Church, Oklahoma City (Ford, Midwest City).

NORMAN

Johnson, Mary Jo, 75, died Sunday. Services pending (Primrose, Norman).

OKEMAH

Zink, Leona H., 73, retired health care worker, died Sunday. Wake 6 p.m. Wednesday, Parks Brothers Chapel. Services 2 p.m. Thursday, Thlopthlocco United Methodist Church (Parks Brothers, Okemah).

OKLAHOMA CITY

schoolteacher, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday, Ringling United Methodist Church (Alexander, Wilson).

OKMULGEE

Riggs, Larry, 63, AOG meter installer, died Monday. Graveside services 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Sallisaw City Cemetery (Agent, Sallisaw).

WANETTE

SHAWNEE

WEATHERFORD

Perry, Robert Michael, 56, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday (Jackson, Okmulgee).

PAULS VALLEY

Crews, Hallie M., 83, retired school secretary, died Tuesday. Services 11 a.m. Saturday, First Baptist Church of Pauls Valley (Stufflebean-Coffey, Pauls Valley).

PONCA CITY

Doering, Dorothy, 81, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday, First Lutheran Church (Trout, Ponca City).

POTEAU

RALSTON

Trinkle, Lester Earl, 94, farmer, died April 14. Services 11 a.m. Saturday, First Osage Baptist Church, Fairfax (Poteet, Pawnee).

RINGLING

Scott, Thelma Mae, 104, retired

CHOCTAW

Etta, Faye Buchanan, 91, laundry owner, died Monday. Services 1 p.m. Friday, Bethel Christian Center (Bill Eisenhour NE, Oklahoma City).

CORDELL

Brown, Susie Anna, 91, homemaker, died Sunday. Graveside services 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Clinton City Cemetery (People’s Co-Operative, Lone Wolf).

CRESCENT

Davis, Patriece Suzanne, 57, homemaker, died Sunday. Services 4 p.m. Friday, Northwest LifeChurch Campus, Oklahoma City (Abernathy-Aaron, Crescent).

CUSHING

Boatman, Monty Rose, 64, clerk, died Tuesday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday, Tri-County Church of Christ (Palmer & Marler, Cushing).

DEL CITY

Boyd, Johnnie, 85, died Sunday. Services pending (Ford, Midwest City). Mattocks, Greg, 53, died Sunday. Services pending (Ford, Midwest City).

DOW

Vires, Charles H., 74, died Monday. Graveside services 10 a.m. Thursday, Bache-Red Oak Cemetery (Brumley-Mills, McAlester).

DURHAM

Hawkins, Dewitt, 87, farmer and rancher, died Tuesday. Services 10 a.m. Thursday, Durham Baptist Church (Rose Chapel, Cheyenne).

EDMOND

Inez Marie McDowell April 29, 1936 - May 19, 2013

ELK CITY

Region, William Ray “Bud,” 69, died Sunday. Services 10:30 a.m. Thursday (Martin, Elk City).

EUFAULA

Pinney, Mary Alice, 83, homemaker, died Monday. Services pending (Hunn Black & Merritt, Eufaula). Sterling, Carla I., 39, died Tuesday. Services pending (Hunn Black & Merritt, Eufaula).

GUYMON

Cox, Eula Mae, 91, homemaker, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Wednesday (Henson-Novak, Guymon).

HARRAH

Wiley, Robert, 77, retired from Air Force, died Saturday. Private services (Hibbs, Choctaw).

IDABEL

Kelly, Jewel, 98, homemaker, died Sunday. Graveside services 10 a.m. Thursday, Denison Cemetery (White, Idabel).

LAWTON

Messer, Billy Joe, 72, retired from Army, died Saturday. Services were Tuesday (Whinery-Huddleston, Lawton).

LEXINGTON

Lynch, Jiena, 31, died May 13. Services 1 p.m. Sunday, Cross J Chapel, Purcell (Caskets Inc & Johnson, Del City).

MADILL

Melton, Katherine Bernice, 83, died Saturday. Graveside services 10 a.m. Friday, Woodberry-Forest Cemetery (Watts, Madill).

SPIRO

WHEATLAND

Raper, Travis B., 78, trucking business owner, died Tuesday. Services 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Oklahoma City (McNeil’s, Mustang).

Doshier, Bobby Dean, 77, truck driver, died Saturday. Services 11 a.m. Friday (Evans & Miller, Poteau).

WILBURTON

STIGLER

WOODWARD

White, Imogene “Ardis,” 86, homemaker, died Monday. Services 10 a.m. Friday, First Assembly of God (Mallory-Martin, Stigler).

STILLWATER

Wittwer, Ronald, 86, retired business owner, died Monday. Services 10 a.m. Friday, Life Church (Strode, Stillwater).

Jack C. Cook

CHANDLER

Blankenship, Arletta, 74, teacher, died Tuesday. Services 2 p.m. Friday, Bible Baptist Church (Ferguson, Chickasha). Gross, Alpha Bell, 93, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday (McRay, Chickasha).

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Smith, J.A. “Jay,” 84, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday, First Baptist Church (Brown’s, Durant).

CHICKASHA

SALLISAW

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and Sons, Oklahoma City). Stone, Joe, 83, died Sunday. Services 2 p.m. Wednesday, Memorial Christian Church (Guardian, Oklahoma City).

BOKCHITO

Bailey, Jeanne, 89, retired machinist, died Monday. Services 10 a.m. Thursday, Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church (Parks Brothers, Chandler).

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Peggy Alice Payne July 3, 1938 - May 16, 2013

George Josef Miskovsky, Jr. July 28, 1934 - May 17, 2013

George Paul Walters November 24, 1941 - May 20, 2013

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Chefs, restaurateurs, others help stave off hunger during tornado relief efforts BY DAVE CATHEY Food Editor dcathey@opubco.com

cook for workers and victims, and is seeking chefs and restaurant professionals to staff the grills. “We need responsible cooks to maintain a certain level of quality and cleanliness to best serve those at work in the storm-ravaged area,” Chen said. To volunteer, call Chen at 326-2705. I Chefs Ryan Parrott, Guy Romo and Jonathan Turney began cooking for Federal Emergency Management Agency workers Tuesday. Parrott said his crew is well set on food for “the next couple of days” but is still seeking napkins, plates, plasticware and togo boxes. Parrott said snacks also are sought. “We’re going to serve them a hot meal,” Parrott said. “But we still need individually packaged foods like power bars or chips so we can send the workers back into the field with a snack and a bottle of water.” Parrott said donations of food or paper goods can be made at Matthew Burch’s Urban Agrarian Market, 1235 SW 2. Burch added that breakfast foods and coffee also are sought. Burch said if you have items you think will be helpful, call 231-1919 to arrange delivery. I Operation Barbecue Relief arrived in Moore on Tuesday. The not-forprofit group was formed in 2011 in support of the tornado in Joplin, Mo., and has supported victims and workers at five disaster sites since. Local pitmaster

James Trina, with Heo’s, prepares food for rescue workers Tuesday inside his mobile kitchen as volunteers work to aid tornado victims and rescuers in Moore. PHOTO BY STEVE SISNEY, THE OKLAHOMAN

Path: ‘It sounded like jet engines’ FROM PAGE 17A

But it does make you nervous ... but this is Oklahoma — you can get hit anywhere.” AMBER ASH

LIVES IN STEELMAN ESTATES NEAR SHAWNEE

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Gwendolyn Riggs Sheid Jay May 19, 1938 - May 20, 2013

Kyle Steven Davis June 16, 2004 - May 20, 2013

Mary Lee Brown

April 26, 1942 - May 18, 2013

Pastor R.P. Thompson April 6, 1931 - May 20, 2013

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William Charles Scheihing Jr. December 9, 1956 - May 19, 2013

Mollie Hirsch

July 24, 1913 - May 19, 2013

Sienna Michelle Meeks

Barbara Lee Maupin

February 22, 2013 - May 21, 2013

July 3, 1927 - May 19, 2013

Antonia Lee Candelaria

November 16, 2003 - May 20, 2013

Jean KillingsworthSmith

November 18, 1924 - May 18, 2013

Carl Echols

December 14, 1927 - May 19, 2013

Arletta Blankenship Oct. 9, 1938 - May 21, 2013

AFFORDABLE™ CREMATION SERVICE

FREE LITERATURE 405-521-8777 www.cremation-okc.com Quick Sale! Rose Hill Burial Park, 4 plots together, Retail $2,695 each. Will take $3600 Together. Call 636-357-7834

BUCHANAN

Family Owned & Operated 8712 N Council Rd, OKC 722-5262 buchananfuneralservice.com

Vondel L. Smith & Son

Family Owned & Operated Since 1957 • 634-1439 www.vondelsmithmortuary.com John M. Ireland Funeral Home & Chapel. Large assortment of Urns starting as low as $49.95 405-799-1200

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Museums’ supporters back off on requests BY MICHAEL MCNUTT Capitol Bureau mmcnutt@opubco.com

Police witnesses leave court for storm relief, prompting mistrial

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CAPITOL BRIEFS TROOPER PAY BILL RETURNS

VETERANS BILL GOES TO FALLIN

BY TIM WILLERT Staff Writer twillert@opubco.com

Adam Piro

Some of the police witnesses were waiting to take the stand Monday afternoon when they learned about the devastating twister via their radios. “I wanted those officers

Bryan: Witnesses tell of Bryan’s boasts of affairs FROM PAGE 17A

Allyson Rose Caldwell, 24. Michael Wayne Longley, 20, and Summer Joy King, 18. Benjamin Douglas Saunders, 25, and Jo Anna Rose Roberts, 21.

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Police say arson death suspect sought to get back at her ex BY TIM WILLERT Staff Writer twillert@opubco.com

at her ex-husband, Tony Guillen, according to a probable cause affidavit. Adrian lived at the house with his mother, Noemi Lopez, and Guillen, who were at a bar until 2 a.m., neighbors said.

Burglary scheme told Cruz said her exhusband was not paying child support for their daughter and she planned

CONVICTED

Adrian Roberto Avalos

Jury says Bryan guilty of murdering her husband in 2011

Rebecca Bryan, left, listens to her defense attorney, Gary James, right, give closing arguments Tuesday in the Canadian County Courthouse in El Reno. PHOTOS BY STEVE GOOCH, THE OKLAHOMAN

Canadian County Assistant District Attorney Paul Hesse listens to James’ closing arguments Tuesday.

BY BRYAN DEAN

gun box kept under her mattress. She was known to carry the gun in her purse. The utility room was not on the path Rebecca Bryan repeatedly said the killer took as he entered and exited the home. She said she followed the intruder out her garage door after he shot her husband and saw him get into a small dark pickup. “If this person, immediately after shooting Keith Bryan, departed the house out the garage door, how

Staff Writer bdean@opubco.com

Rebecca Bryan

The case went to the jury about 1 p.m. after both sides made their closing statements. Canadian County Assistant District

Shawnee-area tornado carved a familiar path BY ANDREW KNITTLE Staff Writer aknittle@opubco.com

Residents of Steelman Estates in Bethel Acres sift through the remains of their homes Monday after a violent tornado ripped through the neighborhood Sunday. PHOTO BY JIM BECKEL, THE OKLAHOMAN

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WEDNESDAY, MAY 22, 2013

How to help victims FROM STAFF REPORTS

Cash donations requested Financial donations will allow disaster relief agen-

cies to purchase whatever items are deemed necessary without resulting in the additional burden of securing warehouse space and volunteers to work the donated product.

Search for loved ones Safeandwell.org is the Red Cross site where you can register yourself as safe, or search for friends and family members. Call 211 for nonemergency services and information.

Shelter for volunteers

How to get help FROM STAFF REPORTS

If you are looking for help after the recent storms, these agencies are offering shelter and additional support, including charging for your wireless devices.

Disaster assistance To apply for disaster assistance individuals and business owners may call (800) 621-FEMA (3362) or go online to www.disaster assistance.gov.

Bulk shopping and free power Central Oklahoma Sam’s Clubs are temporarily waiving membership requirements to support residents and communities affected in Monday’s tornadoes. The clubs are also establishing free power stations so community members without power can recharge their phones, laptop computers, and other electronic devices. Locations are: 3400 W Main in Norman, 5510 SW 5, 9000 NW Passage and 1900 W Memorial in Oklahoma City, 6521 SE 29 in Midwest City.

Lost pets

Preserving memories If you find photographs in the debris after Mon-

Medical

Benefits

MORE OPTIONS To see updated details about how to help Oklahoma tornado victims, scan the QR code below or go online to NewsOK.com.

BRANDY MCDONNELL, HEATHER WARLICK, LILLIE-BETH BRINKMAN, DIANA BALDWIN

Dialysis Fresenius Medical Care has set up a hotline at (800) 626-1297 for people who need dialysis but are without power. Patients can call about local treatment options.

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How to cope BY CARLA HINTON Religion Editor chinton@opubco.com

GOING ON ‘HOPE FOR THE HEARTLAND’ PRAYER SERVICE When: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday. Where: Portland Avenue Baptist Church, 1301 N Portland Ave. Information: 942-5539.

Free eye exams

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Chefs, restaurateurs, others help stave off hunger during tornado relief efforts BY DAVE CATHEY Food Editor dcathey@opubco.com

and restaurant professionals to staff the grills. “We need responsible cooks to maintain a certain level of quality and cleanliness to best serve those at work in the storm-ravaged area,” Chen said. To volunteer, call Chen at 326-2705. I Chefs Ryan Parrott, Guy Romo and Jonathan Turney began cooking for Federal Emergency Management Agency workers Tuesday. Parrott said his crew is well set on food for “the next couple of days” but is still seeking napkins, plates, plasticware and togo boxes. Parrott said snacks also are sought. “We’re going to serve them a hot meal,” Parrott said. “But we still need individually packaged foods like power bars or chips so we can send the workers back into the field with a snack and a bottle of water.” Parrott said donations of food or paper goods can be made at Matthew Burch’s Urban Agrarian Market, 1235 SW 2. Burch added that breakfast foods and coffee also are sought. Burch said if you have items you think will be helpful, call 231-1919 to arrange delivery. I Operation Barbecue Relief arrived in Moore on Tuesday. The not-forprofit group was formed in 2011 in support of the tornado in Joplin, Mo., and has supported victims and workers at five disaster sites since. Local pitmaster Russ Garrett said Operation Barbecue Relief will be in town as long as it takes. Ben. E. Keith Foods

James Trina, with Heo’s, prepares food for rescue workers Tuesday inside his mobile kitchen as volunteers work to aid tornado victims and rescuers in Moore. PHOTO BY STEVE SISNEY, THE OKLAHOMAN

donated the beef. I McNellie’s pubs in Norman, Tulsa and Oklahoma City announced all proceeds from Oklahoma beers sold until the end of the month will be donated. I Allied Arts has partnered with S&B Burger Joints and will donate 10 percent of all sales through Sunday to the Red Cross of Central and Western Oklahoma. For more information, call 278-8944. I A Good Egg Dining Group sent 500 cases of water to First Baptist

Church of Moore on Tuesday. The group also announced its Tucker’s Fried Onion Burgers concepts will redesignate its Refill the Community proceeds to Plaza Towers Elementary in Moore. I Finally, local chefs Chris Becker, Marc Dunham, Kurt Fleischfresser, Jonathon Stranger and Josh Valentine will headline a culinary event on Sunday at Myriad Gardens called OK Chefs Relief. The local chefs will open a pop-up restaurant

Path: ‘It sounded like jet engines’ FROM PAGE 17A

But it does make you nervous ... but this is Oklahoma — you can get hit anywhere.”

PHOTO BY JIM BECKEL, THE OKLAHOMAN

AMBER ASH LIVES IN STEELMAN ESTATES NEAR SHAWNEE

“He was a good neighbor, though, like we all are.” Sunday’s other tornado victim was Billy Hutchinson, 76, the state medical examiner reported. Hutchinson was identified by the medical examiner as a Shawnee resident, but it was not clear where he was at the time of the storms.

Residents of Steelman Estates in Bethel Acres sift through the remains of their homes on Monday after a violent tornado ripped through the neighborhood Sunday, killing Glen Irish, 79.

dents “haven’t heard from anybody, not FEMA or anybody.” She and her family are staying at their business closer to town until things settle down. The young mother also said she and her family plan to move back into the trailer park when the debris is cleared away. She said the trailers owned by her parents were not insured but “the lots are paid off.” “Not only that, but we have a lot of memories here, a lot of good times here,” Ash said. “But it does make you nervous, with the one that came so close three years ago, but this is Oklahoma — you can get hit anywhere.”

at least $35. Fleischfresser said people can expect “spontaneous cuisine” made from locally donated ingredients. The restaurant holds about 80 people. The event is first-come, first-served, but hosts will take names at the entrance and text those waiting for seats.

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Members of the Bricktown Rotary Club and volunteers from Lingo Construction build a treehouse for the Salvation Army Boys and Girls Club of Oklahoma City. PHOTOS BY M. TIM BLAKE, FOR THE OKLAHOMAN

Randy Cassimus and Drew Upchurch (with saw) rip a board for a treehouse as they volunteer at the Salvation Army Boys and Girls Club. FROM STAFF REPORTS

Peter Fulmer, Chad Linville, Keith Parker and Stan Lingo fasten decking to the frame of a treehouse they helped build Saturday at the Salvation Army Boys and Girls Club.

director, said the outdoor playgroundis greatly needed. “So much learning about the physical work and the sciences happens outside. Bricktown Rotary got excited by the idea and have made the dream a reality,” Ellis said. “Play is an integral part of learning for children and what’s more fun than a treehouse on a summer’s day?” The outdoor classroom will be ready for use by children this summer and next school year for The Salvation Army scouting programs, Boys & Girls Club nature and science programs, summer break

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Edmond Santa Fe seniors graduate

EDMOND – Students from Edmond Santa Fe High School graduated Saturday at Cox Convention Center in downtown Oklahoma City. Wednesday is the last day of classes for Edmond Public Schools.

School officers shout out the Wolf Howl during graduation ceremonies for Edmond Santa Fe High School.

KIDS GET CLOSE TO BIG TRUCKS

Ryder Jeffries, 7, a dog named Shilo, and Cass Jeffries,4, pose for a photo for their dad, Greg Jeffries of Edmond, on an Edmond fire truck during Touch-aTruck. PHOTOS BY DAVID FAYTINGER, FOR THE OKLAHOMAN FROM STAFF REPORTS

EDMOND — Kids of all ages enjoyed a close-up look at life-size vehicles at the University of Central Oklahoma parking lot. The Saturday event featured police and fire vehicles, construction equipment and more and was a fundraiser for the Hope Center of Edmond.

Right: Hudson Garrett, 2, son of Emily Garrett of Edmond, gets a chance to sit on an Edmond police motorcycle.

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Deaths ALLEN

Sims, Theodore Wayne “Ted,” 46, vendor, died Tuesday. Services 10 a.m. Friday, Allen Church of God of Prophecy (Criswell, Ada).

ATOKA

Ford Medcalf, Rosetta Mae, 73, homemaker, died Monday. Services 11 a.m. Thursday (Brown’s, Atoka).

BARTLESVILLE

BETHANY

Brandt, Marie, 90, schoolteacher, died Sunday. Services 2 p.m. Wednesday, First Baptist Church of Bethany (Mercer-Adams, Bethany).

BLACKWELL

Free, Jesse Lee, 64, derrick hand, died Monday. Visitation only 2 p.m. Thursday, Roberts and Son Funeral Home (Roberts and Son, Blackwell).

MARLOW

Long, Billie Jean, 80, homemaker, died Sunday. Services 10 a.m. Wednesday, First Baptist Church Chapel (Callaway-Smith-Cobb, Marlow).

MEEKER

Ore, Lawrence “Sam,” 56, painter, died May 12. Graveside services 2 p.m. May 31, Sunnylane Cemetery, Del City (Hibbs, Choctaw).

MIDWEST CITY

MOORE

MUSKOGEE

NEWCASTLE

Kilburn, Herbert Lee, 79, died Friday. Mass 10 a.m. Wednesday, St. James the Greater Catholic Church, Oklahoma City (Ford, Midwest City).

NORMAN

Johnson, Mary Jo, 75, died Sunday. Services pending (Primrose, Norman).

OKEMAH

Zink, Leona H., 73, retired health care worker, died Sunday. Wake 6 p.m. Wednesday, Parks Brothers Chapel. Services 2 p.m. Thursday, Thlopthlocco United Methodist Church (Parks Brothers, Okemah).

OKLAHOMA CITY

schoolteacher, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday, Ringling United Methodist Church (Alexander, Wilson).

OKMULGEE

Riggs, Larry, 63, AOG meter installer, died Monday. Graveside services 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Sallisaw City Cemetery (Agent, Sallisaw).

WANETTE

SHAWNEE

WEATHERFORD

Perry, Robert Michael, 56, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday (Jackson, Okmulgee).

PAULS VALLEY

Crews, Hallie M., 83, retired school secretary, died Tuesday. Services 11 a.m. Saturday, First Baptist Church of Pauls Valley (Stufflebean-Coffey, Pauls Valley).

PONCA CITY

Doering, Dorothy, 81, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday, First Lutheran Church (Trout, Ponca City).

POTEAU

RALSTON

Trinkle, Lester Earl, 94, farmer, died April 14. Services 11 a.m. Saturday, First Osage Baptist Church, Fairfax (Poteet, Pawnee).

RINGLING

Scott, Thelma Mae, 104, retired

CHOCTAW

Etta, Faye Buchanan, 91, laundry owner, died Monday. Services 1 p.m. Friday, Bethel Christian Center (Bill Eisenhour NE, Oklahoma City).

CORDELL

Brown, Susie Anna, 91, homemaker, died Sunday. Graveside services 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Clinton City Cemetery (People’s Co-Operative, Lone Wolf).

CRESCENT

Davis, Patriece Suzanne, 57, homemaker, died Sunday. Services 4 p.m. Friday, Northwest LifeChurch Campus, Oklahoma City (Abernathy-Aaron, Crescent).

CUSHING

Boatman, Monty Rose, 64, clerk, died Tuesday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday, Tri-County Church of Christ (Palmer & Marler, Cushing).

DEL CITY

Boyd, Johnnie, 85, died Sunday. Services pending (Ford, Midwest City). Mattocks, Greg, 53, died Sunday. Services pending (Ford, Midwest City).

DOW

Vires, Charles H., 74, died Monday. Graveside services 10 a.m. Thursday, Bache-Red Oak Cemetery (Brumley-Mills, McAlester).

DURHAM

Hawkins, Dewitt, 87, farmer and rancher, died Tuesday. Services 10 a.m. Thursday, Durham Baptist Church (Rose Chapel, Cheyenne).

EDMOND

Inez Marie McDowell April 29, 1936 - May 19, 2013

ELK CITY

Region, William Ray “Bud,” 69, died Sunday. Services 10:30 a.m. Thursday (Martin, Elk City).

EUFAULA

Pinney, Mary Alice, 83, homemaker, died Monday. Services pending (Hunn Black & Merritt, Eufaula). Sterling, Carla I., 39, died Tuesday. Services pending (Hunn Black & Merritt, Eufaula).

GUYMON

Cox, Eula Mae, 91, homemaker, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Wednesday (Henson-Novak, Guymon).

HARRAH

Wiley, Robert, 77, retired from Air Force, died Saturday. Private services (Hibbs, Choctaw).

IDABEL

Kelly, Jewel, 98, homemaker, died Sunday. Graveside services 10 a.m. Thursday, Denison Cemetery (White, Idabel).

LAWTON

Messer, Billy Joe, 72, retired from Army, died Saturday. Services were Tuesday (Whinery-Huddleston, Lawton).

LEXINGTON

Lynch, Jiena, 31, died May 13. Services 1 p.m. Sunday, Cross J Chapel, Purcell (Caskets Inc & Johnson, Del City).

MADILL

Melton, Katherine Bernice, 83, died Saturday. Graveside services 10 a.m. Friday, Woodberry-Forest Cemetery (Watts, Madill).

SPIRO

WHEATLAND

Raper, Travis B., 78, trucking business owner, died Tuesday. Services 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Oklahoma City (McNeil’s, Mustang).

Doshier, Bobby Dean, 77, truck driver, died Saturday. Services 11 a.m. Friday (Evans & Miller, Poteau).

WILBURTON

STIGLER

WOODWARD

White, Imogene “Ardis,” 86, homemaker, died Monday. Services 10 a.m. Friday, First Assembly of God (Mallory-Martin, Stigler).

STILLWATER

Wittwer, Ronald, 86, retired business owner, died Monday. Services 10 a.m. Friday, Life Church (Strode, Stillwater).

Jack C. Cook

CHANDLER

Blankenship, Arletta, 74, teacher, died Tuesday. Services 2 p.m. Friday, Bible Baptist Church (Ferguson, Chickasha). Gross, Alpha Bell, 93, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday (McRay, Chickasha).

SALLISAW

Thorson, Lowell T., 77, died Friday. Services 11 a.m. May 28, Our Lord’s Lutheran Church (Cremation Society, Oklahoma City).

July 15, 1928 - May 21, 2013

Smith, J.A. “Jay,” 84, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday, First Baptist Church (Brown’s, Durant).

CHICKASHA

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and Sons, Oklahoma City). Stone, Joe, 83, died Sunday. Services 2 p.m. Wednesday, Memorial Christian Church (Guardian, Oklahoma City).

BOKCHITO

Bailey, Jeanne, 89, retired machinist, died Monday. Services 10 a.m. Thursday, Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church (Parks Brothers, Chandler).

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Peggy Alice Payne July 3, 1938 - May 16, 2013

George Josef Miskovsky, Jr. July 28, 1934 - May 17, 2013

George Paul Walters November 24, 1941 - May 20, 2013

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Gwendolyn Riggs Sheid Jay May 19, 1938 - May 20, 2013

Kyle Steven Davis June 16, 2004 - May 20, 2013

Mary Lee Brown

April 26, 1942 - May 18, 2013

Pastor R.P. Thompson April 6, 1931 - May 20, 2013

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William Charles Scheihing Jr. December 9, 1956 - May 19, 2013

Mollie Hirsch

July 24, 1913 - May 19, 2013

Sienna Michelle Meeks

Barbara Lee Maupin

February 22, 2013 - May 21, 2013

July 3, 1927 - May 19, 2013

Antonia Lee Candelaria

November 16, 2003 - May 20, 2013

Jean KillingsworthSmith

November 18, 1924 - May 18, 2013

Carl Echols

December 14, 1927 - May 19, 2013

Arletta Blankenship Oct. 9, 1938 - May 21, 2013

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Museums’ supporters back off on requests BY MICHAEL MCNUTT Capitol Bureau mmcnutt@opubco.com

Police witnesses leave court for storm relief, prompting mistrial

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VETERANS BILL GOES TO FALLIN

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Adam Piro

Some of the police witnesses were waiting to take the stand Monday afternoon when they learned about the devastating twister via their radios. “I wanted those officers

Bryan: Witnesses tell of Bryan’s boasts of affairs FROM PAGE 17A

Allyson Rose Caldwell, 24. Michael Wayne Longley, 20, and Summer Joy King, 18. Benjamin Douglas Saunders, 25, and Jo Anna Rose Roberts, 21.

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Police say arson death suspect sought to get back at her ex BY TIM WILLERT Staff Writer twillert@opubco.com

at her ex-husband, Tony Guillen, according to a probable cause affidavit. Adrian lived at the house with his mother, Noemi Lopez, and Guillen, who were at a bar until 2 a.m., neighbors said.

Burglary scheme told Cruz said her exhusband was not paying child support for their daughter and she planned

CONVICTED

Adrian Roberto Avalos

Jury says Bryan guilty of murdering her husband in 2011

Rebecca Bryan, left, listens to her defense attorney, Gary James, right, give closing arguments Tuesday in the Canadian County Courthouse in El Reno. PHOTOS BY STEVE GOOCH, THE OKLAHOMAN

Canadian County Assistant District Attorney Paul Hesse listens to James’ closing arguments Tuesday.

BY BRYAN DEAN

gun box kept under her mattress. She was known to carry the gun in her purse. The utility room was not on the path Rebecca Bryan repeatedly said the killer took as he entered and exited the home. She said she followed the intruder out her garage door after he shot her husband and saw him get into a small dark pickup. “If this person, immediately after shooting Keith Bryan, departed the house out the garage door, how

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Rebecca Bryan

The case went to the jury about 1 p.m. after both sides made their closing statements. Canadian County Assistant District

Shawnee-area tornado carved a familiar path BY ANDREW KNITTLE Staff Writer aknittle@opubco.com

Residents of Steelman Estates in Bethel Acres sift through the remains of their homes Monday after a violent tornado ripped through the neighborhood Sunday. PHOTO BY JIM BECKEL, THE OKLAHOMAN

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How to help victims FROM STAFF REPORTS

Cash donations requested Financial donations will allow disaster relief agen-

cies to purchase whatever items are deemed necessary without resulting in the additional burden of securing warehouse space and volunteers to work the donated product.

Search for loved ones Safeandwell.org is the Red Cross site where you can register yourself as safe, or search for friends and family members. Call 211 for nonemergency services and information.

Shelter for volunteers

How to get help FROM STAFF REPORTS

If you are looking for help after the recent storms, these agencies are offering shelter and additional support, including charging for your wireless devices.

Disaster assistance To apply for disaster assistance individuals and business owners may call (800) 621-FEMA (3362) or go online to www.disaster assistance.gov.

Bulk shopping and free power Central Oklahoma Sam’s Clubs are temporarily waiving membership requirements to support residents and communities affected in Monday’s tornadoes. The clubs are also establishing free power stations so community members without power can recharge their phones, laptop computers, and other electronic devices. Locations are: 3400 W Main in Norman, 5510 SW 5, 9000 NW Passage and 1900 W Memorial in Oklahoma City, 6521 SE 29 in Midwest City.

Lost pets

Preserving memories If you find photographs in the debris after Mon-

Medical

Benefits

MORE OPTIONS To see updated details about how to help Oklahoma tornado victims, scan the QR code below or go online to NewsOK.com.

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How to cope BY CARLA HINTON Religion Editor chinton@opubco.com

GOING ON ‘HOPE FOR THE HEARTLAND’ PRAYER SERVICE When: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday. Where: Portland Avenue Baptist Church, 1301 N Portland Ave. Information: 942-5539.

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Valedictorian Shehla Fazili straightens the cap of fellow valedictorian Greg Hendrickson Saturday before graduation ceremonies for Edmond Santa Fe High School at Cox Convention Center.

Edmond Santa Fe graduates seniors FROM STAFF REPORTS

EDMOND – Students from Edmond Santa Fe High School graduated Saturday at Cox Convention Center in downtown Oklahoma City. Wednesday is the last day of classes for Edmond Public Schools.

School officers shout out the Wolf Howl during graduation ceremonies for Edmond Santa Fe High School. PHOTOS BY PAUL HELLSTERN, THE OKLAHOMAN

Parents take photos of their graduates Saturday during graduation ceremonies for Edmond Santa Fe High School.

WHEELCHAIR BASKETBALL CAMP SET A wheelchair basketball camp will be offered June 12-14 by the nonprofit Starpoint Basketball Academy. The camp is from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. each day on the campus of MidAmerica Christian University, 3500 SW 119. The camp is for boys and girls ages 4 to 18. The cost is $130 per camper. For more information, go to www.starpoint basketball.com or call Michael Patterson at 210-6299.

HEALTH FAIR IS SCHEDULED YUKON — West Point

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Above: Ryder Jeffries, 7, a dog named Shilo, and Cass Jeffries,4, pose for a photo for their dad, Greg Jeffries of Edmond, on an Edmond fire truck during Touch-a-Truck. FROM STAFF REPORTS

Right: Hudson Garrett, 2, son of Emily Garrett of Edmond, gets a chance to sit on an Edmond police motorcycle. PHOTOS BY DAVID FAYTINGER, FOR THE OKLAHOMAN

Randy Cassimus and Drew Upchurch saw a board for a treehouse as they volunteer at the Salvation Army Boys and Girls Club. PHOTOS BY M. TIM BLAKE, FOR THE OKLAHOMAN

Rotarians build playground for OKC boys and girls club FROM STAFF REPORTS

about the physical work and the sciences happens outside. Bricktown Rotary got excited by the idea and have made the dream a reality,” Ellis said. “Play is an integral part of learning for children and what’s more fun than a treehouse on a summer’s day?” The outdoor classroom will be ready for use by children this summer and next school year for The Salvation Army scouting programs, Boys & Girls Club nature and science programs, summer break activities, and afterschool activities. The Salvation Army Boys & Girls Club serves more than 300 children and their families on the southeast side of Oklahoma City.

Peter Fulmer, Chad Linville, Keith Parker and Stan Lingo fasten decking to the frame of the treehouse .

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Chefs, restaurateurs, others help stave off hunger during tornado relief efforts BY DAVE CATHEY Food Editor dcathey@opubco.com

The trucks took food donations from U.S. Foods, Enid-based Advance Food Co. and Oklahoma City-based Kelley Brokerage. Heo’s Kitchen used ingredients donated by the Super Cao Nguyen Market. Chen said she plans to organize food trucks throughout the recovery operation, which will require more help from the public. Chen said people can help bolster the food supply by donating via PayPal at wildals.webs.com. Chen said the police group has set up a post to cook for workers and victims, and is seeking chefs and restaurant professionals to staff the grills. “We need responsible cooks to maintain a certain level of quality and cleanliness to best serve those at work in the storm-ravaged area,” Chen said. To volunteer, call Chen at 326-2705. I Chefs Ryan Parrott,

Path: ‘It sounded like jet engines’ FROM PAGE 17A

‘This is Oklahoma’ Amber Ash, who lives in Steelman Estates with her daughter and next door to her parents, said Tuesday that rain and bad weather

had slowed cleanup and recovery efforts. Ash, who rode out the storm in the same community shelter as Mitchell, said she and other residents “haven’t heard from anybody, not FEMA or anybody.” She and her family are staying at their business closer to town until things settle down. The young mother also said she and her family plan to move back into the trailer park when the debris is cleared away. She said the trailers owned by her parents were not insured but “the lots are paid off.”

Guy Romo and Jonathan Turney began cooking for Federal Emergency Management Agency workers Tuesday. Parrott said his crew is well set on food for “the next couple of days” but is still seeking napkins, plates, plasticware and togo boxes. Parrott said snacks also are sought. “We’re going to serve them a hot meal,” Parrott said. “But we still need individually packaged foods like power bars or chips so we can send the workers back into the field with a snack and a bottle of water.” Parrott said donations of food or paper goods can be made at Matthew Burch’s Urban Agrarian Market, 1235 SW 2. Burch added that breakfast foods and coffee also are sought. Burch said if you have items you think will be helpful, call 231-1919 to arrange delivery. I Operation Barbecue

But it does make you nervous ... but this is Oklahoma — you can get hit anywhere.” AMBER ASH

LIVES IN STEELMAN ESTATES NEAR SHAWNEE

“Not only that, but we have a lot of memories here, a lot of good times here,” Ash said. “But it does make you nervous, with the one that came so close three years ago, but this is Oklahoma — you can get hit anywhere.”

Relief arrived in Moore on Tuesday. The not-forprofit group was formed in 2011 in support of the tornado in Joplin, Mo., and has supported victims and workers at five disaster sites since. Local pitmaster Russ Garrett said Operation Barbecue Relief will be in town as long as it takes. Ben. E. Keith Foods donated the beef. I McNellie’s pubs in Norman, Tulsa and Oklahoma City announced all proceeds from Oklahoma beers sold until the end of the month will be donated. I Allied Arts has partnered with S&B Burger Joints and will donate 10 percent of all sales through Sunday to the Red Cross of

Central and Western Oklahoma. For more information, call 278-8944. I A Good Egg Dining Group sent 500 cases of water to First Baptist Church of Moore on Tuesday. The group also announced its Tucker’s Fried Onion Burgers concepts will redesignate its Refill the Community proceeds to Plaza Towers Elementary in Moore. I Finally, local chefs Chris Becker, Marc Dunham, Kurt Fleischfresser, Jonathon Stranger and Josh Valentine will headline a culinary event on Sunday at Myriad Gardens called OK Chefs Relief. The local chefs will open a pop-up restaurant

at 11 a.m. in the restaurant space in the botanical gardens complex that will run until 10 p.m. The chefs will feature a three-course meal with 100 percent of the proceeds going to the Red Cross. Fleischfresser said there will be no charge for the meal, but asks that people make a donation of at least $35. Fleischfresser said people can expect “spontaneous cuisine” made from locally donated ingredients. The restaurant holds about 80 people. The event is first-come, first-served, but hosts will take names at the entrance and text those waiting for seats.

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Mission program offers camps for volunteers BY JANE GLENN CANNON Staff Writer jcannon@opubco.com

NORMAN — Young people interested in helping others can sign up for a summer mission camp sponsored by Community Action Missions. Known as CAMps, the volunteer mission opportunities are for students who have completed the sixth grade or higher. This is Community Action Missions’ 14th year to offer CAMps, which provide young people “life-

changing, community-impacting experiences,” Executive Director Donna Hooper said. Participants aid community nonprofit organizations “and learn how to put their faith into action to serve those in need,” Hooper said. Each CAMp lasts four days and is limited to 30 participants.

This year’s CAMps

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elementary school day camps by painting, trimming weeds, cleaning horse stalls, clearing trails and setting up craft tents. I June 26-29, hosted by Ariel Church in Norman, where volunteers will help nonprofit agencies such as East Main Place, HUGS for Soldiers, Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma and the Center for Children and Families. I Aug. 7-10, hosted by Antioch Community Church in Norman, where participants will help nonprofit agencies such as

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Skyline Urban Ministries and Food and Shelter for Friends, as well as provide assistance to widows and hospice patients in the Norman and Oklahoma City areas. Campers work six to seven hours a day, stay overnight at local churches and spend the evenings

CAMps are free to participants, but donations are needed to support the camps. Donations can be monetary or in-kind,

Hooper said. For example, those who want to help can sponsor a camper or provide one or more of the meals or help with transportation, she said. For more information or to register for a CAMp, call Hooper at 329-8041 or 887-1787.

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WEDNESDAY, MAY 22, 2013

Deaths ALLEN

Sims, Theodore Wayne “Ted,” 46, vendor, died Tuesday. Services 10 a.m. Friday, Allen Church of God of Prophecy (Criswell, Ada).

ATOKA

Ford Medcalf, Rosetta Mae, 73, homemaker, died Monday. Services 11 a.m. Thursday (Brown’s, Atoka).

BARTLESVILLE

BETHANY

Brandt, Marie, 90, schoolteacher, died Sunday. Services 2 p.m. Wednesday, First Baptist Church of Bethany (Mercer-Adams, Bethany).

BLACKWELL

Free, Jesse Lee, 64, derrick hand, died Monday. Visitation only 2 p.m. Thursday, Roberts and Son Funeral Home (Roberts and Son, Blackwell).

MARLOW

Long, Billie Jean, 80, homemaker, died Sunday. Services 10 a.m. Wednesday, First Baptist Church Chapel (Callaway-Smith-Cobb, Marlow).

MEEKER

Ore, Lawrence “Sam,” 56, painter, died May 12. Graveside services 2 p.m. May 31, Sunnylane Cemetery, Del City (Hibbs, Choctaw).

MIDWEST CITY

MOORE

MUSKOGEE

NEWCASTLE

Kilburn, Herbert Lee, 79, died Friday. Mass 10 a.m. Wednesday, St. James the Greater Catholic Church, Oklahoma City (Ford, Midwest City).

NORMAN

Johnson, Mary Jo, 75, died Sunday. Services pending (Primrose, Norman).

OKEMAH

Zink, Leona H., 73, retired health care worker, died Sunday. Wake 6 p.m. Wednesday, Parks Brothers Chapel. Services 2 p.m. Thursday, Thlopthlocco United Methodist Church (Parks Brothers, Okemah).

OKLAHOMA CITY

schoolteacher, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday, Ringling United Methodist Church (Alexander, Wilson).

OKMULGEE

Riggs, Larry, 63, AOG meter installer, died Monday. Graveside services 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Sallisaw City Cemetery (Agent, Sallisaw).

WANETTE

SHAWNEE

WEATHERFORD

Perry, Robert Michael, 56, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday (Jackson, Okmulgee).

PAULS VALLEY

Crews, Hallie M., 83, retired school secretary, died Tuesday. Services 11 a.m. Saturday, First Baptist Church of Pauls Valley (Stufflebean-Coffey, Pauls Valley).

PONCA CITY

Doering, Dorothy, 81, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday, First Lutheran Church (Trout, Ponca City).

POTEAU

RALSTON

Trinkle, Lester Earl, 94, farmer, died April 14. Services 11 a.m. Saturday, First Osage Baptist Church, Fairfax (Poteet, Pawnee).

RINGLING

Scott, Thelma Mae, 104, retired

CHOCTAW

Etta, Faye Buchanan, 91, laundry owner, died Monday. Services 1 p.m. Friday, Bethel Christian Center (Bill Eisenhour NE, Oklahoma City).

CORDELL

Brown, Susie Anna, 91, homemaker, died Sunday. Graveside services 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Clinton City Cemetery (People’s Co-Operative, Lone Wolf).

CRESCENT

Davis, Patriece Suzanne, 57, homemaker, died Sunday. Services 4 p.m. Friday, Northwest LifeChurch Campus, Oklahoma City (Abernathy-Aaron, Crescent).

CUSHING

Boatman, Monty Rose, 64, clerk, died Tuesday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday, Tri-County Church of Christ (Palmer & Marler, Cushing).

DEL CITY

Boyd, Johnnie, 85, died Sunday. Services pending (Ford, Midwest City). Mattocks, Greg, 53, died Sunday. Services pending (Ford, Midwest City).

DOW

Vires, Charles H., 74, died Monday. Graveside services 10 a.m. Thursday, Bache-Red Oak Cemetery (Brumley-Mills, McAlester).

DURHAM

Hawkins, Dewitt, 87, farmer and rancher, died Tuesday. Services 10 a.m. Thursday, Durham Baptist Church (Rose Chapel, Cheyenne).

EDMOND

Inez Marie McDowell April 29, 1936 - May 19, 2013

ELK CITY

Region, William Ray “Bud,” 69, died Sunday. Services 10:30 a.m. Thursday (Martin, Elk City).

EUFAULA

Pinney, Mary Alice, 83, homemaker, died Monday. Services pending (Hunn Black & Merritt, Eufaula). Sterling, Carla I., 39, died Tuesday. Services pending (Hunn Black & Merritt, Eufaula).

GUYMON

Cox, Eula Mae, 91, homemaker, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Wednesday (Henson-Novak, Guymon).

HARRAH

Wiley, Robert, 77, retired from Air Force, died Saturday. Private services (Hibbs, Choctaw).

IDABEL

Kelly, Jewel, 98, homemaker, died Sunday. Graveside services 10 a.m. Thursday, Denison Cemetery (White, Idabel).

LAWTON

Messer, Billy Joe, 72, retired from Army, died Saturday. Services were Tuesday (Whinery-Huddleston, Lawton).

LEXINGTON

Lynch, Jiena, 31, died May 13. Services 1 p.m. Sunday, Cross J Chapel, Purcell (Caskets Inc & Johnson, Del City).

MADILL

Melton, Katherine Bernice, 83, died Saturday. Graveside services 10 a.m. Friday, Woodberry-Forest Cemetery (Watts, Madill).

SPIRO

WHEATLAND

Raper, Travis B., 78, trucking business owner, died Tuesday. Services 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Oklahoma City (McNeil’s, Mustang).

Doshier, Bobby Dean, 77, truck driver, died Saturday. Services 11 a.m. Friday (Evans & Miller, Poteau).

WILBURTON

STIGLER

WOODWARD

White, Imogene “Ardis,” 86, homemaker, died Monday. Services 10 a.m. Friday, First Assembly of God (Mallory-Martin, Stigler).

STILLWATER

Wittwer, Ronald, 86, retired business owner, died Monday. Services 10 a.m. Friday, Life Church (Strode, Stillwater).

Jack C. Cook

CHANDLER

Blankenship, Arletta, 74, teacher, died Tuesday. Services 2 p.m. Friday, Bible Baptist Church (Ferguson, Chickasha). Gross, Alpha Bell, 93, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday (McRay, Chickasha).

SALLISAW

Thorson, Lowell T., 77, died Friday. Services 11 a.m. May 28, Our Lord’s Lutheran Church (Cremation Society, Oklahoma City).

July 15, 1928 - May 21, 2013

Smith, J.A. “Jay,” 84, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday, First Baptist Church (Brown’s, Durant).

CHICKASHA

THE VILLAGE

and Sons, Oklahoma City). Stone, Joe, 83, died Sunday. Services 2 p.m. Wednesday, Memorial Christian Church (Guardian, Oklahoma City).

BOKCHITO

Bailey, Jeanne, 89, retired machinist, died Monday. Services 10 a.m. Thursday, Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church (Parks Brothers, Chandler).

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Peggy Alice Payne July 3, 1938 - May 16, 2013

George Josef Miskovsky, Jr. July 28, 1934 - May 17, 2013

George Paul Walters November 24, 1941 - May 20, 2013

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Gwendolyn Riggs Sheid Jay May 19, 1938 - May 20, 2013

Kyle Steven Davis June 16, 2004 - May 20, 2013

Mary Lee Brown

April 26, 1942 - May 18, 2013

Pastor R.P. Thompson April 6, 1931 - May 20, 2013

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William Charles Scheihing Jr. December 9, 1956 - May 19, 2013

Mollie Hirsch

July 24, 1913 - May 19, 2013

Sienna Michelle Meeks

Barbara Lee Maupin

February 22, 2013 - May 21, 2013

July 3, 1927 - May 19, 2013

Antonia Lee Candelaria

November 16, 2003 - May 20, 2013

Jean KillingsworthSmith

November 18, 1924 - May 18, 2013

Carl Echols

December 14, 1927 - May 19, 2013

Arletta Blankenship Oct. 9, 1938 - May 21, 2013

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WEDNESDAY, MAY 22, 2013

Museums’ supporters back off on requests BY MICHAEL MCNUTT Capitol Bureau mmcnutt@opubco.com

Police witnesses leave court for storm relief, prompting mistrial

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CAPITOL BRIEFS TROOPER PAY BILL RETURNS

VETERANS BILL GOES TO FALLIN

BY TIM WILLERT Staff Writer twillert@opubco.com

Adam Piro

Some of the police witnesses were waiting to take the stand Monday afternoon when they learned about the devastating twister via their radios. “I wanted those officers

Bryan: Witnesses tell of Bryan’s boasts of affairs FROM PAGE 17A

Allyson Rose Caldwell, 24. Michael Wayne Longley, 20, and Summer Joy King, 18. Benjamin Douglas Saunders, 25, and Jo Anna Rose Roberts, 21.

TULSA WORLD

TORNADO RELIEF

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Police say arson death suspect sought to get back at her ex BY TIM WILLERT Staff Writer twillert@opubco.com

at her ex-husband, Tony Guillen, according to a probable cause affidavit. Adrian lived at the house with his mother, Noemi Lopez, and Guillen, who were at a bar until 2 a.m., neighbors said.

Burglary scheme told Cruz said her exhusband was not paying child support for their daughter and she planned

CONVICTED

Adrian Roberto Avalos

Jury says Bryan guilty of murdering her husband in 2011

Rebecca Bryan, left, listens to her defense attorney, Gary James, right, give closing arguments Tuesday in the Canadian County Courthouse in El Reno. PHOTOS BY STEVE GOOCH, THE OKLAHOMAN

Canadian County Assistant District Attorney Paul Hesse listens to James’ closing arguments Tuesday.

BY BRYAN DEAN

gun box kept under her mattress. She was known to carry the gun in her purse. The utility room was not on the path Rebecca Bryan repeatedly said the killer took as he entered and exited the home. She said she followed the intruder out her garage door after he shot her husband and saw him get into a small dark pickup. “If this person, immediately after shooting Keith Bryan, departed the house out the garage door, how

Staff Writer bdean@opubco.com

Rebecca Bryan

The case went to the jury about 1 p.m. after both sides made their closing statements. Canadian County Assistant District

Shawnee-area tornado carved a familiar path BY ANDREW KNITTLE Staff Writer aknittle@opubco.com

Residents of Steelman Estates in Bethel Acres sift through the remains of their homes Monday after a violent tornado ripped through the neighborhood Sunday. PHOTO BY JIM BECKEL, THE OKLAHOMAN

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WEDNESDAY, MAY 22, 2013

How to help victims FROM STAFF REPORTS

Cash donations requested Financial donations will allow disaster relief agen-

cies to purchase whatever items are deemed necessary without resulting in the additional burden of securing warehouse space and volunteers to work the donated product.

Search for loved ones Safeandwell.org is the Red Cross site where you can register yourself as safe, or search for friends and family members. Call 211 for nonemergency services and information.

Shelter for volunteers

How to get help FROM STAFF REPORTS

If you are looking for help after the recent storms, these agencies are offering shelter and additional support, including charging for your wireless devices.

Disaster assistance To apply for disaster assistance individuals and business owners may call (800) 621-FEMA (3362) or go online to www.disaster assistance.gov.

Bulk shopping and free power Central Oklahoma Sam’s Clubs are temporarily waiving membership requirements to support residents and communities affected in Monday’s tornadoes. The clubs are also establishing free power stations so community members without power can recharge their phones, laptop computers, and other electronic devices. Locations are: 3400 W Main in Norman, 5510 SW 5, 9000 NW Passage and 1900 W Memorial in Oklahoma City, 6521 SE 29 in Midwest City.

Lost pets

Preserving memories If you find photographs in the debris after Mon-

Medical

Benefits

MORE OPTIONS To see updated details about how to help Oklahoma tornado victims, scan the QR code below or go online to NewsOK.com.

BRANDY MCDONNELL, HEATHER WARLICK, LILLIE-BETH BRINKMAN, DIANA BALDWIN

Dialysis Fresenius Medical Care has set up a hotline at (800) 626-1297 for people who need dialysis but are without power. Patients can call about local treatment options.

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How to cope BY CARLA HINTON Religion Editor chinton@opubco.com

GOING ON ‘HOPE FOR THE HEARTLAND’ PRAYER SERVICE When: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday. Where: Portland Avenue Baptist Church, 1301 N Portland Ave. Information: 942-5539.

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Rotarians build playground for Salvation Army

Randy Cassimus and Drew Upchurch saw a board for a treehouse as they volunteer at the Salvation Army Boys and Girls Club. FROM STAFF REPORTS

Members of the Bricktown Rotary Club and volunteers from Lingo Construction build a treehouse for the Salvation Army Boys and Girls Club of Oklahoma City. PHOTOS BY M. TIM BLAKE, FOR THE OKLAHOMAN

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Turtle project is ‘shellebration’ of science BY STEVE LINDLEY For The Oklahoman

When Benton Shriver’s students at Putnam City High put on waders and stride into a local pond, they’re not just getting wet. They’re getting a real-life, up-close and unique understanding of the world of science and how it works. Shriver’s general biology students this year took part in what is known as “The Turtle Project.” Students donned waterproof gear, waded through a pond and collected turtles from traps. The live traps are designed to capture turtles but not harm them. Captured turtles spend a day in a science lab before being released back into the pond. In the lab, the level of science intensifies. To identify turtles, students count the segments on the shells and note abnormalities or identifying marks. For instance, some turtles have damage to their shells from battles they’ve waged, and students caught one turtle that was missing a leg. Students measure length and width of the top and bottom shell and weigh each turtle. All the information is entered in students’ personal journals, along with water quality data and the date of

While weighing a turtle, Lobna Abdul Hafez, a student involved with Putnam City High’s turtle project, reads the scale as the turtle rests securely in a cloth bag attached to the scale.

capture and release. As part of the project, students use new biological terms and research techniques such as markand-recapture studies and species composition estimations. They’re learning scientific design and sampling methods. They’re learning about turtle biology and anatomy. They’re learning about pond ecology. They’re learning and practicing safe lab behaviors. They’re learning to use tools of science in the pond and in the lab as they collect water quality data to analyze.

Real science At the heart of the project is not collection of turtles but collection of data. “The observations of students and the data they collect guide the project. We’ve looked at some preliminary data and students drew graphs and generated some questions and hypotheses based on those initial observations. I plan to have research days so students can investigate those questions and hypotheses, a process in which they’ll learn much more about research,” Shriver said.

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As part of the Putnam City High School turtle project, students Crysta Blankenship and Ashton Bowman measure turtles. PHOTOS PROVIDED BY PUTNAM CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Shriver said that in addition to the scientific aspects of the project, he witnesses the human aspects. “Some students rarely venture outside in their personal lives. That means some of them are excited to go outside for an adventure while others aren’t enthused about things like heat, bugs and mud. Some students are naturals at handling turtles and others don’t really want to touch them, which is OK,” Shriver said.

The idea for the project came from Paul Stone at the University of Central Oklahoma. Stone, a turtle biologist, has mentored Shriver during the course of the project and loaned some equipment. Shriver says he plans to continue the project and build on it. “It’s rewarding. I enjoy the excitement in students’ faces and voices when we get a good catch. More than anything, though, I enjoy giving stu-

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Deaths ALLEN

Sims, Theodore Wayne “Ted,” 46, vendor, died Tuesday. Services 10 a.m. Friday, Allen Church of God of Prophecy (Criswell, Ada).

ATOKA

Ford Medcalf, Rosetta Mae, 73, homemaker, died Monday. Services 11 a.m. Thursday (Brown’s, Atoka).

BARTLESVILLE

BETHANY

Brandt, Marie, 90, schoolteacher, died Sunday. Services 2 p.m. Wednesday, First Baptist Church of Bethany (Mercer-Adams, Bethany).

BLACKWELL

Free, Jesse Lee, 64, derrick hand, died Monday. Visitation only 2 p.m. Thursday, Roberts and Son Funeral Home (Roberts and Son, Blackwell).

MARLOW

Long, Billie Jean, 80, homemaker, died Sunday. Services 10 a.m. Wednesday, First Baptist Church Chapel (Callaway-Smith-Cobb, Marlow).

MEEKER

Ore, Lawrence “Sam,” 56, painter, died May 12. Graveside services 2 p.m. May 31, Sunnylane Cemetery, Del City (Hibbs, Choctaw).

MIDWEST CITY

MOORE

MUSKOGEE

NEWCASTLE

Kilburn, Herbert Lee, 79, died Friday. Mass 10 a.m. Wednesday, St. James the Greater Catholic Church, Oklahoma City (Ford, Midwest City).

NORMAN

Johnson, Mary Jo, 75, died Sunday. Services pending (Primrose, Norman).

OKEMAH

Zink, Leona H., 73, retired health care worker, died Sunday. Wake 6 p.m. Wednesday, Parks Brothers Chapel. Services 2 p.m. Thursday, Thlopthlocco United Methodist Church (Parks Brothers, Okemah).

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schoolteacher, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday, Ringling United Methodist Church (Alexander, Wilson).

OKMULGEE

Riggs, Larry, 63, AOG meter installer, died Monday. Graveside services 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Sallisaw City Cemetery (Agent, Sallisaw).

WANETTE

SHAWNEE

WEATHERFORD

Perry, Robert Michael, 56, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday (Jackson, Okmulgee).

PAULS VALLEY

Crews, Hallie M., 83, retired school secretary, died Tuesday. Services 11 a.m. Saturday, First Baptist Church of Pauls Valley (Stufflebean-Coffey, Pauls Valley).

PONCA CITY

Doering, Dorothy, 81, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday, First Lutheran Church (Trout, Ponca City).

POTEAU

RALSTON

Trinkle, Lester Earl, 94, farmer, died April 14. Services 11 a.m. Saturday, First Osage Baptist Church, Fairfax (Poteet, Pawnee).

RINGLING

Scott, Thelma Mae, 104, retired

CHOCTAW

Etta, Faye Buchanan, 91, laundry owner, died Monday. Services 1 p.m. Friday, Bethel Christian Center (Bill Eisenhour NE, Oklahoma City).

CORDELL

Brown, Susie Anna, 91, homemaker, died Sunday. Graveside services 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Clinton City Cemetery (People’s Co-Operative, Lone Wolf).

CRESCENT

Davis, Patriece Suzanne, 57, homemaker, died Sunday. Services 4 p.m. Friday, Northwest LifeChurch Campus, Oklahoma City (Abernathy-Aaron, Crescent).

CUSHING

Boatman, Monty Rose, 64, clerk, died Tuesday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday, Tri-County Church of Christ (Palmer & Marler, Cushing).

DEL CITY

Boyd, Johnnie, 85, died Sunday. Services pending (Ford, Midwest City). Mattocks, Greg, 53, died Sunday. Services pending (Ford, Midwest City).

DOW

Vires, Charles H., 74, died Monday. Graveside services 10 a.m. Thursday, Bache-Red Oak Cemetery (Brumley-Mills, McAlester).

DURHAM

Hawkins, Dewitt, 87, farmer and rancher, died Tuesday. Services 10 a.m. Thursday, Durham Baptist Church (Rose Chapel, Cheyenne).

EDMOND

Inez Marie McDowell April 29, 1936 - May 19, 2013

ELK CITY

Region, William Ray “Bud,” 69, died Sunday. Services 10:30 a.m. Thursday (Martin, Elk City).

EUFAULA

Pinney, Mary Alice, 83, homemaker, died Monday. Services pending (Hunn Black & Merritt, Eufaula). Sterling, Carla I., 39, died Tuesday. Services pending (Hunn Black & Merritt, Eufaula).

GUYMON

Cox, Eula Mae, 91, homemaker, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Wednesday (Henson-Novak, Guymon).

HARRAH

Wiley, Robert, 77, retired from Air Force, died Saturday. Private services (Hibbs, Choctaw).

IDABEL

Kelly, Jewel, 98, homemaker, died Sunday. Graveside services 10 a.m. Thursday, Denison Cemetery (White, Idabel).

LAWTON

Messer, Billy Joe, 72, retired from Army, died Saturday. Services were Tuesday (Whinery-Huddleston, Lawton).

LEXINGTON

Lynch, Jiena, 31, died May 13. Services 1 p.m. Sunday, Cross J Chapel, Purcell (Caskets Inc & Johnson, Del City).

MADILL

Melton, Katherine Bernice, 83, died Saturday. Graveside services 10 a.m. Friday, Woodberry-Forest Cemetery (Watts, Madill).

SPIRO

WHEATLAND

Raper, Travis B., 78, trucking business owner, died Tuesday. Services 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Oklahoma City (McNeil’s, Mustang).

Doshier, Bobby Dean, 77, truck driver, died Saturday. Services 11 a.m. Friday (Evans & Miller, Poteau).

WILBURTON

STIGLER

WOODWARD

White, Imogene “Ardis,” 86, homemaker, died Monday. Services 10 a.m. Friday, First Assembly of God (Mallory-Martin, Stigler).

STILLWATER

Wittwer, Ronald, 86, retired business owner, died Monday. Services 10 a.m. Friday, Life Church (Strode, Stillwater).

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CHANDLER

Blankenship, Arletta, 74, teacher, died Tuesday. Services 2 p.m. Friday, Bible Baptist Church (Ferguson, Chickasha). Gross, Alpha Bell, 93, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday (McRay, Chickasha).

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Smith, J.A. “Jay,” 84, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday, First Baptist Church (Brown’s, Durant).

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and Sons, Oklahoma City). Stone, Joe, 83, died Sunday. Services 2 p.m. Wednesday, Memorial Christian Church (Guardian, Oklahoma City).

BOKCHITO

Bailey, Jeanne, 89, retired machinist, died Monday. Services 10 a.m. Thursday, Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church (Parks Brothers, Chandler).

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Peggy Alice Payne July 3, 1938 - May 16, 2013

George Josef Miskovsky, Jr. July 28, 1934 - May 17, 2013

George Paul Walters November 24, 1941 - May 20, 2013

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Chefs, restaurateurs, others help stave off hunger during tornado relief efforts BY DAVE CATHEY Food Editor dcathey@opubco.com

agement Agency workers Tuesday. Parrott said his crew is well set on food for “the next couple of days” but is still seeking napkins, plates, plasticware and togo boxes. Parrott said snacks also are sought. “We’re going to serve them a hot meal,” Parrott said. “But we still need individually packaged foods like power bars or chips so we can send the workers back into the field with a snack and a bottle of water.” Parrott said donations of food or paper goods can be made at Matthew Burch’s Urban Agrarian Market, 1235 SW 2. Burch added that breakfast foods and coffee also are sought. Burch said if you have items you think will be helpful, call 231-1919 to arrange delivery. I Operation Barbecue Relief arrived in Moore on Tuesday. The not-forprofit group was formed in 2011 in support of the tornado in Joplin, Mo., and has supported victims and workers at five disaster sites since. Local pitmaster Russ Garrett said Operation Barbecue Relief will be in town as long as it takes. Ben. E. Keith Foods donated the beef. I McNellie’s pubs in Norman, Tulsa and Oklahoma City announced all proceeds from Oklahoma beers sold until the end of the month will be donated. I Allied Arts has partnered with S&B Burger Joints and will donate 10 percent of all sales through Sunday to the Red Cross of Central and Western Oklahoma. For more information, call 278-8944. I A Good Egg Dining Group sent 500 cases of water to First Baptist Church of Moore on Tuesday. The group also announced its Tucker’s Fried Onion Burgers concepts will redesignate its Refill the Community proceeds to Plaza Towers Elementary in Moore. I Finally, local chefs Chris Becker, Marc Dun-

Path: ‘It sounded like jet engines’ FROM PAGE 17A

from a tree, blowing in the wind. Many trailers were nearly destroyed. The one that once housed Glen Irish, one of two people killed by Sunday’s storms in central Oklahoma, was literally wiped away. Parts and pieces of Irish’s trailer were thrown across the gravel road and beyond. Irish’s body was lying in the small yard in front of Mitchell’s trailer. It was obvious the 79-year-old was dead, she said. Mitchell said her grandson covered Irish with a sheet. He’d been thrown about 40 yards by the twister. “We didn’t know Mr. Irish too well ... he had lived here, I don’t know, about 10 years. He kept to himself,” Mitchell said. “He was a good neighbor, though, like we all are.” Sunday’s other tornado victim was Billy Hutchinson, 76, the state medical examiner reported. Hutchinson was identified by the medical examiner as a Shawnee resident, but it was not clear where he was at the time of the storms.

‘This is Oklahoma’ Amber Ash, who lives in Steelman Estates with her daughter and next door to

James Trina, with Heo’s, prepares food for rescue workers Tuesday inside his mobile kitchen as volunteers work to aid tornado victims and rescuers in Moore. PHOTO BY STEVE SISNEY, THE OKLAHOMAN

ham, Kurt Fleischfresser, Jonathon Stranger and Josh Valentine will headline a culinary event on Sunday at Myriad Gardens called OK Chefs Relief. The local chefs will open a pop-up restaurant at 11 a.m. in the restaurant space in the botanical gardens complex that will run until 10 p.m. The chefs will feature a three-course meal with 100 percent of the proceeds going to the Red Cross. Fleischfresser said there will be no charge for the meal, but asks that people make a donation of at least $35. Fleischfresser said people can expect “spontaneous cuisine” made from locally donated ingredients. The restaurant holds about 80 people. The event is first-come, first-served, but hosts will take names at the entrance and text those waiting for seats.

But it does make you nervous ... but this is Oklahoma — you can get hit anywhere.” AMBER ASH

LIVES IN STEELMAN ESTATES NEAR SHAWNEE

her parents, said Tuesday that rain and bad weather had slowed cleanup and recovery efforts. Ash, who rode out the storm in the same community shelter as Mitchell, said she and other residents “haven’t heard from anybody, not FEMA or anybody.” She and her family are staying at their business closer to town until things settle down. The young mother also said she and her family plan to move back into the trailer park when the debris is cleared away. She said the trailers owned by her parents were not insured but “the lots are paid off.” “Not only that, but we have a lot of memories here, a lot of good times here,” Ash said. “But it does make you nervous, with the one that came so close three years ago, but this is Oklahoma — you can get hit anywhere.”

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Gwendolyn Riggs Sheid Jay May 19, 1938 - May 20, 2013

Kyle Steven Davis June 16, 2004 - May 20, 2013

Mary Lee Brown

April 26, 1942 - May 18, 2013

Pastor R.P. Thompson April 6, 1931 - May 20, 2013

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William Charles Scheihing Jr. December 9, 1956 - May 19, 2013

Mollie Hirsch

July 24, 1913 - May 19, 2013

Sienna Michelle Meeks

Barbara Lee Maupin

February 22, 2013 - May 21, 2013

July 3, 1927 - May 19, 2013

Antonia Lee Candelaria

November 16, 2003 - May 20, 2013

Jean KillingsworthSmith

November 18, 1924 - May 18, 2013

Carl Echols

December 14, 1927 - May 19, 2013

Arletta Blankenship Oct. 9, 1938 - May 21, 2013

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Museums’ supporters back off on requests BY MICHAEL MCNUTT Capitol Bureau mmcnutt@opubco.com

Police witnesses leave court for storm relief, prompting mistrial

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Some of the police witnesses were waiting to take the stand Monday afternoon when they learned about the devastating twister via their radios. “I wanted those officers

Bryan: Witnesses tell of Bryan’s boasts of affairs FROM PAGE 17A

Allyson Rose Caldwell, 24. Michael Wayne Longley, 20, and Summer Joy King, 18. Benjamin Douglas Saunders, 25, and Jo Anna Rose Roberts, 21.

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Price gouging act in place With tornado recovery barely underway, reports of price gouging sent state officials across central Oklahoma ready to stop it in its illegitimately expensive tracks.

Xbox One unveiled Microsoft unveiled the Xbox One, an entertainment console that seeks to be the one system households will need for games, television, movies, sports and other entertainment. PAGE 3B

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TO ENSURE DONATIONS ASSIST OKLAHOMA EFFORT, SEND TO STATE CHAPTER

Texts to ‘REDCROSS’ may not fund local relief work BY STEVE LACKMEYER Business Writer slackmeyer@opubco.com

The American Red Cross estimates “several million” dollars has been donated via electronic text messages since a tornado dev-

astated Moore on Monday, but the money is not specifically designated to relief efforts in Oklahoma. A representative of the local chapter, however, promised money donated to the local organization will be used for relief ef-

forts in Oklahoma. Ann Marie Borrego, spokeswoman for the American Red Cross in Washington, D.C., verified Tuesday that money donated by texting “RED CROSS” to 90999 will instead go toward a national

disaster recovery fund. “Our hearts go out to everyone in Oklahoma,” Borrego said. “When someone texts ‘REDCROSS’ to 90999, that $10 donation goes to the American Red Cross. ... It goes to general disaster relief. It is not des-

ignated to Oklahoma or any specific disaster relief.” Borrego said some money donated via text message may be used in Oklahoma, and she noted the agency already has sent SEE TEXTS, BACK PAGE

LONG ROAD AHEAD FOR FIRMS

INSURANCE

AGENCIES SETTING UP SHOP The insurance industry quickly set up here in a centralized location, giving tornado victims access to resources and immediate assistance with housing and other needs. PAGE 4B

IN BRIEF

MARKETS Coverage, 5B X DOW JONES 52.30, 15,387.58 X NASDAQ 5.69, 3,502.12 [ OIL $0.55, $96.16 X NATURAL GAS $0.102, $4.192 X CATTLE $0.10, $121.20 [ WHEAT $0.061⁄2, $7.381⁄2

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Fourteen employees and eight customers rode out Monday’s storm inside a vault at the Tinker Federal Credit Union in Moore. When they emerged, the building that had surrounded the vault was mostly gone. The vault door is visible near the center of this photo taken Tuesday. PHOTO BY SARAH PHIPPS, THE OKLAHOMAN

For businesses, repairs will take more than bricks, steel BY JENNIFER PALMER Business Writer jpalmer@opubco.com

Rescue workers Tuesday comb through debris of a home on S 6 Street in Moore. Searchers returned to previously worked scenes in their quest for victims and survivors of Monday’s massive tornado. PHOTO BY BRYAN TERRY, THE OKLAHOMAN

Moore homebuilder set to rebuild again BY RICHARD MIZE Real Estate Editor richardmize@opubco.com

Homebuilder Marvin Haworth has built and rebuilt in the Moore area and will rebuild again after yet another massive tornado. “This is worse than the ’99 tornado. It’s unbelievable, of what I’ve seen so far,” said Haworth, who developed the neighborhood and built many of the houses around Briarwood Elementary School, 14901S Hudson Ave., which was destroyed. “We rebuilt 30 or 40 homes for previous customers in ’99. I’m sure I will this time.” He added, “Everybody’s just kind of lost. Luckily, SEE HOMES, BACK PAGE

MOORE — Stepping out of the safe deposit vault on Monday afternoon, Jan Davis, branch manager for Tinker Federal Credit Union, saw absolute devastation. Davis, 13 other staff members and eight customers closed themselves inside the vault while a massive tornado plowed through Moore. When they emerged, there wasn’t much left of the bank building at 400 SW 6, near the Warren Theatre. Stepping over shards of glass and splintered wood, Davis said she could smell gasoline and saw downed power lines. “It was devastating. It still is. It’s surreal,” she said. Those inside were uninjured, thanks to the effective disaster plan they followed that afternoon, Davis said. And credit union members’ data and valuables have been secured,

WASHINGTON — The White House says President Barack Obama opposes a House bill that would speed approval of the proposed Keystone XL oil pipeline from Canada to Texas. A White House official said Tuesday that the bill “seeks to circumvent longstanding and proven processes” by removing a requirement for a presidential permit. The legislation also says no new environmental studies are needed. House Republicans say the bill is needed to ensure the longdelayed pipeline is built. The project, which first was proposed in 2008, would carry oil extracted from tar sands in western Canada to refineries along the Texas Gulf Coast. Opponents say the pipeline would carry “dirty oil” that could trigger global warming, while supporters say it would create jobs and bolster North American energy resources. A House vote is expected Wednesday. ASSOCIATED PRESS

GAS PRICES AAA’s average for regular unleaded: Nation $3.654 Week ago $3.582 Month ago $3.517 Year ago $3.689 Record $4.114 (set) 7-17-08 Tuesday

People walk around the parking lot at the Warren Theatre in Moore following a deadly tornado. Usually bustling with patrons of the theater and nearby businesses, the parking lot is now part of the setting for the relief effort after Monday’s storms. PHOTO BY SARAH PHIPPS, THE OKLAHOMAN

bank officials said. For some businesses, such as the Tinker Federal Credit Union branch, the damage from Monday’s tornado is structural. But others have the brick and mortar intact yet

still will face challenges rebuilding a customer base in a community devastated by disaster. Jim Lee, who owns Riverwalk Wine & Spirits SEE BUSINESS, BACK PAGE

State $3.916 $3.584 $3.288 $3.408 $3.955 7-16-08

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EMERGENCY ACT INSTITUTED FOR 180 DAYS IN 16 COUNTIES

Price hike larger than 10% is gouging, state law says BY RICHARD MIZE Real Estate Editor richardmize@opubco.com

With tornado recovery barely underway, reports of price gouging sent state officials across central Oklahoma ready to stop it in its illegitimately expensive tracks. “We have 35 investigators in Moore, Shawnee, Carney and elsewhere today to check on these potential problems,” Diane Clay, director of communications for Attorney General Scott Pruitt, said Tuesday. Scrutiny fell on hotels, car rental agencies and oth-

er providers of goods and services needed immediately during an emergency. The state Emergency Price Stabilization Act is in effect for 16 counties after Gov. Mary Fallin declared a state of emergency. Counties in the declaration are Caddo, Cleveland, Comanche, Creek, Garfield, Grant, Greer, Kiowa, Lincoln, Logan, McClain, Okfuskee, Oklahoma, Pawnee, Payne and Pottawatomie. Oklahoma’s price gouging statute prohibits an increase of more than 10 percent in the price of most goods and services when a state of emergency has

been declared. “This weekend’s severe storms left a trail of devastation across the state, damaging personal and business property that will need to be repaired or replaced,” Pruitt said. “While the overwhelming majority of Oklahomans are focused on helping their neighbors in the aftermath, we have seen a few cases of price gouging and fraudulent claims in the past, so consumers need to be alert.” The price gouging law came after the May 1999 tornadoes that caused significant damage across a large portion of Oklahoma.

“This statute is meant to protect Oklahomans during some of their most vulnerable times,” Pruitt said. “Our hope is that knowledge of the law will prevent artificial price increases and remind anyone considering such action that they may face criminal or civil action.” The law is in effect for 180 days for prices for repairs, remodeling and construction. People who suspect price gouging should file a complaint with the attorney general’s Public Protection Unit at www.oag. ok.gov or by calling 5212029.

An insurance office destroyed by Monday’s tornado lies in ruins Tuesday near Telephone Road and SW 4 in Moore. Insurance companies already are in Oklahoma and plan to stay for a while. PHOTO BY STEVE SISNEY, THE OKLAHOMAN

TORNADO VICTIMS SEARCH FOR HEIRLOOMS AFTER STORM

Scott Perdue, left, yells to his parents, Gene and Colleen Perdue, that he has located his father’s 1957 Chevy in their barn. Meanwhile, his brother-in-law, Jeff Teel, takes a photo Tuesday at the storm-damage home at 1409 SW 149 in Oklahoma City. PHOTO BY NATE BILLINGS, THE OKLAHOMAN

Matt Hazleton holds a pair of “Lucky Brand” jeans he found Monday in a field near his demolished Bethel Acres home as he and his brother were searching through the rubble, hoping to salvage a few items. His brother shouted back, “those jeans weren’t so lucky yesterday.” Hazelton and other residents of Steelman Estates sifted through the remains of their homes after a violent tornado ripped through the Bethel Acres’ neighborhood Sunday. PHOTO BY JIM BECKEL, THE OKLAHOMAN

Area Realtors look for emergency housing BY RICHARD MIZE Real Estate Editor richardmize@opubco.com

The Oklahoma Association of Realtors said it’s working with local boards of Realtors surrounding the Moore disaster area to find housing for people whose homes were destroyed by Monday’s tornado. Realtor executives from Missouri and Kansas have offered to help with the response here, CEO Lisa Noon said. “We have received many offers of supplies from all over the country,” Noon said. “The Realtor family is truly coming together to help our folks in Moore. We are compiling a list of Realtors directly impacted by the tornado in the area, as well as a list of possible rental properties that may be offered to displaced residents.” Realtors help people get

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into homes — under pleasant circumstances — every day, said Joe Pryor, president of the association and an agent with Redbud Realty & Associates in Edmond. “We are deeply saddened at the devastation caused by the tornadoes across our state. Many, many people have lost their homes, and we are coordinating efforts to assist in providing housing for those affected,” Pryor said. “As Realtors, we know how much a home means to a family, and we

are praying for the victims and their families.” State Realtors set up a Facebook group to help displaced people in Moore, Edmond, Shawnee and other cities across the state find temporary and longterm housing. Displaced people can go to www.facebook.com/ groups/okhomeaid to post their needs. “We have dedicated Realtors who are regularly monitoring this page and ready to help,” Pryor said. Also, several association offices are drop-off sites

for donations to the Salvation Army. Items sought include water, sports drinks, diapers, wipes, formula, hand towels, individual wrapped snacks, work gloves, hand sanitizer and sunscreen. Items can dropped off at: I Oklahoma Association of Realtors, 9807 Broadway Extension. Call 848-9944. I Midwest City-Del City-Moore Association of Realtors, 1212 S Air Depot Blvd., Midwest City. Call 737-3023. I Oklahoma City Metro Association of Realtors, 3131 Northwest Expressway. Call 840-1493. “The response effort by Oklahomans has been incredible, and we are grateful to first responders and other volunteers for their efforts to assist those in need. Our state is strong, and we will rally to overcome this tragedy,” Pryor said.

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Storm leaves shattered storefronts, job losses BY JOEY STIPEK Staff Writer

MOORE — Where once shops offered jewelry, nutritional supplements and bottles of pinot noir, there are shattered storefronts, littered with chunks of ceiling tile and insulation. And tenants of Camden Village, 1003 SW 19, are left to pick up the pieces at one of hardest-hit sites of Monday’s tornado. Property manager Lisa Talley said she was heartbroken after surveying the damage. Talley said 11 tenants have lost their storefronts, and an estimated 50 people are out of work due to the tornado. “All those people that have jobs and live in the area where they work, now have nothing.” Talley said.

Talley said the 38,000square-foot property built in 2006 would have to be demolished due to the building being structurally unsafe. She is hopeful Camden Village will be restored to its original condition within six to nine months.

Picking up the pieces Moore Gold & Jewelry owner Mike Blair, 48, said his jewelry store was just one of four businesses he owns that sustained tornado damage. Blair said he is fortunate his employees and family were still alive. “Material things are what they are, that’s why we have insurance.” Blair said. “We only have our lives — those can’t be replaced.”

Use head and heart when responding to natural disaster BY RICHARD MIZE Real Estate Editor richardmize@opubco.com

Use your head when following your heart in giving money for tornado recovery: Tragedy brings out the best in some people, the worst in others — and charity fraud and other scams always pop up after a bad storm. Donors beware. “For those folks around the country who want to donate funds to help families in Oklahoma, please be alert and only donate to reputable relief charities such as the Salvation Army or the Red Cross,” state Attorney General Scott Pruitt said. “The first scam we typically see after devastation like this is charity fraud. We have more than 30 investigators in the field to help Oklahomans avoid scams, fraud and price

gouging as communities work to recover and rebuild.”

What to do Anyone who suspects charity fraud or finds price gouging at gas stations, grocery stores, rental car companies or hotels should call the AG’s hotline immediately at 5212029. Over the next few weeks, “criminals will shift focus to scams involving cleanup, removal, home repair and tree trimming,” Pruitt said. “Home and business owners will want to quickly repair their property, but we urge them to be cautious and patient and to use reputable contractors. “We ask that residents pay particular attention to criminals known as ‘travelers’ who go from one community to the next to take advantage of vulnerable Oklahomans.”

AT A GLANCE AVOID GETTING SCAMMED State Attorney General Scott Pruitt cautioned people to be wary of repair services and contractors who: I Solicit for work door-to-door. I Offer discounts for finding other customers. I “Just happen to have” materials left over from a previous job. I Accept only cash payments. I Pressure you for an immediate decision. I Ask you to pay for the entire job up-front. Pruitt’s office suggests the following tips for choosing a proper contractor or repair service: I Ask for referrals from people you trust. I Try to do business with local companies. I Request to see proof of certification and insurance. I Check out the repair service with the AG’s Public Protection Unit and the Better Business Bureau. I Ask for customer references. I Get written estimates from several companies. I Don’t do business without a written contract. I Get all guarantees, warranties and promises in writing. I Agree on start and completion dates, and have them in the contract. For more tips and resources, go online to www. oag.ok.gov/oagweb.nsf/Consumer, visit the attorney general’s Facebook page or call the Public Protection Unit at 521-2029.

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Energy secretary puts LNG proposals on hold BY MATTHEW DALY Associated Press

WASHINGTON — Energy Secretary Ernest Moniz said Tuesday he will put on hold about 20 applications to export liquefied natural gas until he reviews studies by the Energy Department and others on what impact the exports would have on domestic natural gas supplies and prices. Moniz, who was sworn in Tuesday as the nation’s new energy secretary, said he promised during his confirmation hearing that he would “review what’s out there” before acting on proposals to export natural gas. Among the things Moniz said he wants to review is whether the data in the studies are outdated. A study commissioned by the Energy Department concluded last year that exporting natural gas would benefit the U.S. economy even if it led to higher domestic prices for the fuel. Senate Energy Committee Chairman Ron Wyden, D-Ore., and other critics have said the DOE study was flawed and relied on old data and unrealistic market assumptions. Moniz, speaking to reporters after a brief speech to a forum on global energy efficiency, said he wants to complete his review as quickly as possible. “Right now I have no

Dr. Ernest Moniz Energy Secretary

plans to commission new studies, but everything’s on the table until I have done my analysis,” he said. “That’s my commitment to Sen. Wyden.” Many U.S. energy companies are hoping to take advantage of an ongoing natural gas boom by exporting liquefied natural gas, or LNG, to Europe and Asia, where prices are far higher. About 20 applications to export LNG to countries that do not have free trade agreements with the United States are pending before the Energy Department. Business groups support LNG exports as a way to create thousands of jobs and spur more U.S. production. Consumer advocates and some manufacturers that use natural gas as a raw material or fuel source oppose exports, saying they could drive up domestic prices and increase manufacturing costs.

Many environmental groups also oppose LNG exports because of fears that increased drilling could lead to environmental problems. Moniz has backed natural gas as a bridge fuel to reduce carbon dioxide and other pollutants that have been said to contribute to global warming. Environmental groups worry that drilling techniques such as hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, could harm drinking water supplies or cause other problems. Moniz replaces Steven Chu, who served as energy secretary in President Barack Obama’s first term. Moniz served as an energy undersecretary in the Clinton administration. In an email to Energy Department employees, Moniz said he looks forward to advancing Obama’s all-of-the-above energy strategy, as well as promoting innovation in clean energy technology, boosting nuclear security and cleaning up nuclear waste left over from the Cold War. “I believe we can, and must, commit ourselves to the highest standards of management excellence, delivering results for the American people as efficiently and effectively as possible and enhancing our capacity to succeed in our critical missions,” Moniz said.

Members of the media photograph Xbox One following the Xbox One reveal event on Tuesday in Redmond, Wash. AP PHOTOS

Microsoft touts Xbox One as complete entertainment BY DERRIK J. LANG AND BARBARA ORTUTAY Associated Press

REDMOND, Wash. — Microsoft thinks it has the one. The company unveiled the Xbox One, an entertainment console that wants to be the one system households will need for games, television, movies, sports and other entertainment. It will go on sale later this year, for an undisclosed price. For the past two years, Microsoft’s Xbox 360 has outsold its rivals. But it’s been eight years since that machine came out, and Microsoft is the last of the three major console makers to unveil a new system. In those eight years, Apple launched the iPhone and the iPad, “FarmVille” rose and fell and tablets began to threaten desktop computers, changing how people interact with games and beyond. Now, the stakes are high as Microsoft, Sony and Nintendo are all using their latest machines not only to draw gamers but also to command the living room. The goal is to extend their reach beyond loyal legions of hard-core gamers and to become as important to our lives at home as smartphones have become to our lives on the go. Don Mattrick, Microsoft’s president of interactive entertainment busi-

Kareem Choudhry, left, development manager for Microsoft Corp.’s Kinect motion-sensing device for the Xbox, demonstrates the level of detail in the camera of the new Kinect for the next-generation Xbox One entertainment and gaming console system to a visiting journalist, right, during a demonstration, Tuesday in Redmond, Wash.

ness, said the company has spent the past four years working on an “all-in-one home entertainment system.” At an hourlong unveiling at the company’s Redmond, Wash., headquarters on Tuesday, Microsoft executives used voice controls to switch back and forth seamlessly between watching live TV, listening to music, playing a movie and browsing the Internet — all while running apps for stuff like fantasy football and Skype chats on the side of the screen. “It really extends the home entertainment experience,” Gartner analyst Brian Blau said. He said the console

seems to appeal to “more than just a core gamer in the family” and should be of interest to all types of audiences, from sports players to TV viewers to those who are “social and want to share things.” The Xbox One unveiling follows Nintendo Co.’s launch of the Wii U in November and Sony Corp.’s tease in February of the upcoming PlayStation 4. Each of the new consoles has shifted away from simply serving as gaming machines. People will be able to connect their cable or satellite set-top box and watch TV through the Xbox One. It will have its own channel guide.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 22, 2013

BUSINESS BRIEFS

CREDIT CARD DEBT SLIPS

BANK’S CEO SURVIVES VOTE

LOS ANGELES — Americans got better

TAMPA, Fla. — Jamie Dimon, the CEO and

chairman of JPMorgan Chase, easily survived a vote Tuesday that would have called on him to give up his role as chairman of the nation’s largest bank. But shareholders sent a message that the bank needed better oversight, giving only narrow approval to three of the bank’s board members. It was a mixed verdict in a closely watched test of corporate governance at U.S. companies. Dimon emerged in a stronger position after the proposal to split his roles won just 32 percent of the shareholder vote, less than the 40 percent a similar proposal got last year. But the tepid support for the three directors came as a rebuke of the bank after a surprise $6 billion trading loss JPMorgan had suffered last year. Prominent shareholder advisory firms had urged JPMorgan shareholders to withhold their support for those directors.

PANEL BITES INTO APPLE CHIEF WASHINGTON — The Senate dragged

Apple Inc., the world’s most valuable company, into the debate over the U.S. tax code Tuesday, grilling CEO Tim Cook over allegations that its Irish subsidiaries help the company avoid billions in U.S. taxes. Cook said the subsidiaries have nothing to do with reducing its U.S. taxes, a message he struggled to convey to the Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations. The senate subcommittee released a report Monday that held up Apple as an example of the legal tax avoidance made possible by the U.S. tax code. It estimates that Apple avoided at least $3.5 billion in U.S. federal taxes in 2011 and $9 billion in 2012 by using its tax strategy.

SPRINT UPS BUYOUT OFFER OVERLAND PARK, Kan. — Sprint Nextel

Corp. has raised its buyout offer for the stake in wireless data network operator Clearwire Corp. it does not already own by 14 percent, but a large shareholder said the offer was still inadequate. Sprint said Tuesday that it is offering $3.40 per share, or $2.5 billion, for the remainder of Clearwire Corp. Its previous offer, from December, was for $2.97 per share. Sprint said this is its best and final offer, but investors appear to hold out some hope of an even better offer. Clearwire shares jumped 16 cents, or 4.9 percent, to $3.42 in afternoon trading, just above Sprint’s offer. A vote on the previous offer had been scheduled for Tuesday, but Clearwire said it is postponing it until May 30.

about paying their credit card debt on time in the first three months of the year, a period when many borrowers use income tax returns to tackle their holiday season debt. The rate of credit card payments at least 90 days overdue fell to 0.69 percent in the first quarter from 0.85 percent a year earlier — drop of nearly 19 percent, credit reporting agency TransUnion said Tuesday. The January-March card delinquency rate was also down from 0.73 in the OctoberDecember quarter, when many consumers ramped up credit use to finance holiday season purchases.

VOLKSWAGEN REPLACES CAP DETROIT — Volkswagen is replacing the fuel tank covers on more than 200,000 of its diesel vehicles sold in the U.S. and Canada to remind owners to fill their tanks with diesel — not gasoline. The company said Tuesday it’s taking action after getting a small number of reports of drivers filling diesel tanks with gas. Using the wrong fuel can damage the engine. Volkswagen will alert affected customers. Dealers will put on a new fuel cap with yellow “Diesel” lettering for free. The company says the service action involves 209,415 vehicles, including the Jetta and Jetta SportWagen from the 2009-2012 model years and the Golf TDI from the 2010-2012 model years. Around 9,000 Audis also are affected.

GM TO UPGRADE PLANT DETROIT — General Motors says it will invest $44.5 million at a Lansing, Mich., factory, creating 200 new jobs. The automaker says it will build a 400,000square-foot building next to the Lansing Grand River plant to assemble parts and put them in the right order for manufacturing. The factory already employs more than 1,500 hourly and salaried workers who make the Cadillac ATS and CTS luxury sports sedans. It also will make the next generation Chevrolet Camaro in 2015. GM says the new logistics center will make the factory more efficient and cut transportation costs. The building is expected to open by the end of next year. The company says it’s not sure how many workers will be hired and how many would be recalled from layoff. FROM WIRE REPORTS

BUSINESS: STATE

WEDNESDAY, MAY 22, 2013

Insurers set up in Moore, prepare for the long haul

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Energy firms pledge millions to relief funds BY JAY F. MARKS Business Writer jmarks@opubco.com

BY JENNIFER PALMER Business Writer jpalmer@opubco.com

MOORE — The insurance industry quickly set up here in a centralized location, giving tornado victims access to resources and immediate assistance with housing and other needs. First Baptist Church of Moore, 301 NE 27, is the command center designated by the Oklahoma Insurance Department. All major insurers are set up inside, as well as relief agencies and other resources. Oklahoma-licensed insurance agents and adjusters need to get an ID card at the church to be able to access the disaster area, Insurance Commissioner John Doak said. The practice was used after Hurricane Katrina and the 2011Joplin, Mo., tornado to prevent fraud and enhance security in the disaster area. Other resources being added to the command center include health insurers, rental car companies and ATMs. The insurers will be in Moore for many months, Doak said. He wasn’t able to provide an estimate of the damage yet because search and rescue is ongoing and many adjusters haven’t received access to the area to begin assessments. According to the Insurance Information Institute, the May 3, 1999, tornado resulted in nearly $1 billion in insured claims payouts and generated 146,000 claims. Monday’s tornado damage could exceed that. State Farm, one of the state’s major insurers, is expediting claims. Spokesman Jim Camoriano said one agent was able to give a policy holder a $5,000 check Tuesday morning to provide initial money for lodging, food and basic necessities. “It gives them a jump-start without interruption to continue their daily life after a disaster,” he said. State Farm is planning to bring in several hundred claims adjusters from the company’s national catastrophe team, Camoriano said. Standard homeowners and business insurance policies cover wind damage to structures of insured buildings and their contents if caused by tornadoes or thunderstorms.

Homeowners insurance will cover many of the property losses incurred in Monday’s tornado. Teams of insurance adjusters have been issued emergency licenses to deal with the massive number of large claims. This vehicle and home near SE 4 and Bryant in Moore are among many destroyed by the storm. PHOTO BY CHRIS LANDSBERGER, THE OKLAHOMAN

WHERE TO GET HELP I First Baptist Church of Moore, 301 NE 27. The church has been turned into a command center, giving victims 24/7 access to representatives from all major insurance agencies plus relief agencies. State Farm, Farmers, AAA insurance and other agencies are on site. Insurance agents and adjusters can also receive an ID card, which is needed to access the disaster area.

Help for small businesses For business owners with no insurance or who have uncompensated losses, the U.S. Small Business Administration offers long-term, lowinterest loans. Businesses can borrow up to $2 million to repair damaged or destroyed property, equipment and other items. Homeowners can qualify for up to $200,000 to repair or replace their homes. Homeowners and renters are eligible for up to $40,000 to repair or replace personal property.

Interest rates are as low as 1.875 percent for homeowners and renters and 4 percent for businesses, with terms up to 30 years. The loans can often be disbursed quicker than insurance claims, said Rick Jenkins, a spokesman for the SBA disaster office, and cover improvements or upgrades while rebuilding that insurance didn’t cover. The loans can also be used as working capital until business returns to normal and for hazard mitigation, which could be to add protection to the structure such as a tornado shelter. Victims must first call the Federal Emergency Management Agency at (800) 621-3362. To apply for SBA loans, call (800) 659-2955 or go to disasterloan.sba.gov/ela.

Aid for agricultural producers Landowners, farmers, ranchers and producers affected by tornadoes can receive assistance from the U.S. Agriculture Department. Federal crop insurance covers tornado damage. Producers need to report losses to their insurance agent within 72 hours. To apply for assistance, go online to fema.gov/disaster-survivorassistance.

Laredo selling Anadarko Basin acreage BY JAY F. MARKS Business Writer jmarks@opubco.com

TULSA — Laredo Petroleum Hold-

ings Inc. is moving out of the Anadarko Basin. Laredo announced Tuesday it is selling about 104,000 acres of leasehold and associated infrastructure in western Oklahoma and the Texas Panhandle to affiliates of Houstonbased EnerVest Ltd. for $438 million in cash. The Tulsa-based oil and natural gas producer intends to turn its attention to more lucrative acreage in

west Texas’ Permian Basin. Laredo’s stock rose more than 6 percent after the EnerVest deal was announced Tuesday. It closed at $20.22, up $1.16 a share. Laredo produced about 4.9 billion cubic feet of natural gas and 49,000 barrels of crude oil and condensate from its Anadarko Basin acreage in the first quarter. The company reported its proved reserves there totaled about 162 billion cubic feet of gas and 1.5 million barrels of oil and condensate at the end of 2012. “The Anadarko Basin has been a meaningful part of Laredo’s rapid

growth in reserves and production for the past five years,” CEO Randy A. Foutch said. “However, the continued success that Laredo is experiencing with its Permian-Garden City properties makes this an ideal time to redeploy capital from this transaction into what we believe are even higher returning projects in the Permian Basin,” he said. Foutch said Laredo expects to add two more horizontal drilling ribs to its development program in the Permian. The company will have six rigs drilling multi-well pads by the end of the year.

Some of Oklahoma’s largest energy companies are digging deep to aid in recovery efforts after this week’s deadly tornadoes. Chesapeake Energy Corp., Devon Energy Corp., Continental Resources Inc., ONEOK Inc. and OGE Energy Corp. have pledged more than $7 million so far. Devon and Continental announced Tuesday each has committed $2.5 million toward relief efforts. Continental will give $1 million to the American Red Cross and up to $1.5 million as community needs are assessed. The company also has placed a donations link on its website, clr.com, so vendors, investors and others can contribute to the Red Cross’ relief efforts. “We’re standing together with other Oklahomans affected by this tragedy. This is our home,” CEO Harold Hamm said.Chesapeake pledged $1 million Monday night to the Red Cross, while promising to lend its employees and equipment to the relief effort. Tulsa-based ONEOK’s contribution consists of $750,000 to relief organizations and $250,000 to the ONE Trust, a charitable organization that helps company employees in times of personal crisis. Employees, retirees and directors who contribute to the trust fund will have their donations matched on a two-for-one basis. The OGE Energy Corp. Foundation said it will commit $500,000 to relief efforts after a deadly tor-

OKLAHOMA BRIEFS OFFICIAL SELLS CHESAPEAKE SHARES Chesapeake Energy Corp. Chairman Archie Dunham sold 450,000 shares of company stock on Monday, according to a regulatory filing. He sold the shares in multiple trades at prices ranging from $20.77 to $21.14. The average price was $20.8931, meaning Dunham netted about $9.4 million from the sale. Dunham still owns almost 800,000 shares of Chesapeake stock, according to Tuesday’s filing. FROM STAFF REPORTS

Agri Markets

Open High Low Settle CORN (CBOT) 5,000 bu minimum- cents per bushel

COMPLETION Alfalfa: Midstates Petroleum Co. LLC; Humphrey No. 1H-15 Well; NE1⁄4 NW1⁄4 NW1⁄4 NE1⁄4 (SL) of 15-24N-09W; 288 barrels oil per day, 2,412,000 cu-ft gas per day; TD 10,137. Beaver: Cabot Oil & Gas Corp.; Venable No. 1-28H Well; SW1⁄4 SW1⁄4 SE1⁄4 SE1⁄4 (SL) of 21-03N-23E; 99 barrels oil per day; TD 10,928. Carter: Citation Oil & Gas Corp.; Tatums Field Unit No. 71-6 Well; SE1⁄4 SE1⁄4 SW1⁄4 SE1⁄4 of 23-01S-03W; 8 barrels oil per day; TD 3,300. XTO Energy Inc.; Lumberman No. 1-1H2R Well; NW1⁄4 SW1⁄4 SW1⁄4 SW1⁄4 (SL) of 01-03S-02E; 600 barrels oil per day, 2,907,000 cu-ft gas per day; TD 16,703. Ellis: Chaparral Energy LLC; Ann No. 4H-2 Well; SW1⁄4 SE1⁄4 SE1⁄4 SE1⁄4 (SL) of 02-20N-26W; 522.2 barrels oil per day, 1,578,000 cu-ft gas per day; TD 12,850. Hughes: Silver Creek Oil & Gas LLC; Silverback No. 20-8H Well; NW1⁄4 NE1⁄4 NE1⁄4 NE1⁄4 (BHL) of 20-05N-10E; 554,000 cu-ft gas per day, 5 barrels oil per day; TD 10,659. Latimer: Ward Petroleum Corp.; Stream No. 1-2 Well; NE1⁄4 SW1⁄4 SW1⁄4 NE1⁄4 of 02-03N-19E; 471,000 cu-ft gas per day; TD 7,000. Lincoln: Equal Energy US Inc.; Pegasus No. 1-29H Well; NW1⁄4 NW1⁄4 NW1⁄4 NW1⁄4 (SL) of 29-14N-05E; 876,000 cu-ft gas per day; TD 8,226. Montclair Energy LLC; Montclair SWD No. 1 Well; SE1⁄4 SE1⁄4 SE1⁄4 SE1⁄4 of 10-13N-05E; TD 7,090. Payne: Crow Creek Operating Co. III LLC; Daddy Don No. 1-19H Well; NE1⁄4 SW1⁄4 NW1⁄4 NW1⁄4 (BHL) of 19-20N-04E; 30 barrels oil per day, 26,000 cu-ft gas per day; TD 8,407. Roger Mills: Apache Corp.; Dobson Ranch No. 3-4HD Well; SE1⁄4 SW1⁄4 SE1⁄4 SE1⁄4 (SL) of

04-12N-26W; 2,436,000 cu-ft gas per day, 80 barrels oil per day; TD 16,950. Washita: Chesapeake Operating Inc.; Stewart 15-11-16 No. 3H Well; S1⁄2 S1⁄2 SW1⁄4 SE1⁄4 (SL) of 15-11N-16W; 1,035,000 cu-ft gas per day, 50 barrels oil per day; TD 16,828. Woods: Midstates Petroleum Co. LLC; Leeper No. 1H-26 Well; S1⁄2 S1⁄2 SW1⁄4 SE1⁄4 (SL) of 26-26N-13W; 4,380,000 cu-ft gas per day, 192 barrels oil per day; TD 10,243. Midstates Petroleum Co. LLC; Lohmann No. 1H-17 Well; SE1⁄4 SE1⁄4 SW1⁄4 SE1⁄4 (SL) of 08-26N-13W; TD 8,448. Midstates Petroleum Co. LLC; Stelling No. 1H-4 Well; S1⁄2 S1⁄2 SW1⁄4 SE1⁄4 (SL) of 04-26N-13W; 45 barrels oil per day, 283,000 cu-ft gas per day; TD 9,812. INTENT TO DRILL Alfalfa: Sabre Operating Inc.; Hertzler No. 1 Well; C SE1⁄4 SE1⁄4 SW1⁄4 of 21-24N-12W; TD 6,790. SandRidge Exploration & Production LLC; Crowder 2610 No. 2-5H Well; NW1⁄4 NW1⁄4 NW1⁄4 NE1⁄4 (SL) of 05-26N-10W; TD 10,875. SandRidge Exploration & Production LLC; Wilber 2611 No. 3-15H Well; SW1⁄4 SE1⁄4 SW1⁄4 SE1⁄4 (SL) of 10-26N-11W; TD 11,381. Beaver: Unit Petroleum Co.; Hoover No. 1-8H Well; SW1⁄4 SE1⁄4 SW1⁄4 SW1⁄4 (SL) of 08-01N-24E; TD 11,700. Caddo: Linn Operating Inc.; Juanita No. 2-1 Well; N1⁄2 S1⁄2 S1⁄2 NE1⁄4 of 01-11N-12W; TD 9,898. Canadian: Devon Energy Production Co. LP; Deborah 28-14N-10W No. 1H Well; SE1⁄4 SE1⁄4 SE1⁄4 SW1⁄4 (SL) of 28-14N-10W; TD 13,973. Carter: Spring Operating Co.; Birdseye No. 1-26 Well; S1⁄2 S1⁄2 SW1⁄4 SE1⁄4 of 26-02S-03W; TD 7,822. Creek: SEP-OK1 LLC; Franks No. 19-16-17-8 Well; C NE1⁄4 NE1⁄4 SE1⁄4 of 16-17N-08E; TD 3,530. Custer: Apache Corp.; Meredith No. 3-22 Well; E1⁄2 E1⁄2 W1⁄2 SE1⁄4 of 22-13N-17W; TD 11,900. Dewey: Devon Energy Production Co. LP; Stephenson No. 1-28H Well; NW1⁄4 NE1⁄4 NW1⁄4 NE1⁄4 (SL) of 28-17N-15W; TD 17,155. Garfield: Longfellow Energy LP;

Hamm 10 No. M1H Well; SE1⁄4 SE1⁄4 SE1⁄4 SE1⁄4 (SL) of 04-20N-05W; TD 11,185. Grady: Quantum Resources Management LLC; Norge Marchand Unit No. 57-5 Well; NW1⁄4 SE1⁄4 SW1⁄4 NW1⁄4 of 35-07N-08W; TD 11,350. Kay: International Energy Corp.; Fath No. 29-1 Well; C SE1⁄4 NE1⁄4 SE1⁄4 of 29-25N-01E; TD 5,000. International Energy Corp.; Steichen No. 24-2 Well; C NE1⁄4 SW1⁄4 NW1⁄4 of 24-25N-01E; TD 4,600. Noble: Red Fork (USA) Investments Inc.; Franklin No. 1-36H Well; SW1⁄4 SE1⁄4 SE1⁄4 SE1⁄4 (SL) of 36-23N-01W; TD 9,256 Mississippian. Payne: Earlsboro Energies Corp.; J.E. Tull No. 1 Well; C NE1⁄4 SE1⁄4 of 09-17N-06E; TD 3,577. Roger Mills: Chesapeake Operating Inc.; Owen Ben 30-16-22 No. 1H Well; N1⁄2 N1⁄2 NW1⁄4 NW1⁄4 (BHL) of 30-16N-22W; TD 13,350. Tulsa: Walgann Oil & Gas Inc.; Walgann No. 3 Well; SE1⁄4 NE1⁄4 NE1⁄4 SW1⁄4 of 29-21N-13E; TD 2,000. Woods: MidStates Petroleum Co. LLC; Schoeling 2613 No. 1H-2 Well; N1⁄2 N1⁄2 NE1⁄4 NE1⁄4 (BHL) of 02-26N-13W; TD 11,350. SOURCE: OIL-LAW RECORDS CORP. LIVESTOCK Monday’s livestock report from

the Oklahoma City Stockyards: Receipts: 9,820 Steers: Medium and Large No. 1: (weighted average): Calves: 482 lbs. $162.61; 504 lbs. $150; 565 lbs. $151.07; 637 lbs. $137.33; 660 lbs. $135.09; Yearlings: 627 lbs. $146.29; 691 lbs. $137.02; 729 lbs. $133.87; 777 lbs. $131.17; 827 lbs. $126.19; 872 lbs. $122.22; 927 lbs. $118.28; 977 lbs. $115.87; 1,020 lbs. $114.87; 1,058 lbs. $114.22. Heifers: Medium and Large No. 1: (weighted average): Calves: 402 lbs. $140.22; 475 lbs. $140.40; 535 lbs. $134.74; 574 lbs. $131.53; Yearlings: 618 lbs. $129.41; 679 lbs. $126.48; 727 lbs. $123.38; 774 lbs. $122.23 828 lbs. $116.79; 878 lbs. $116.44; 937 lbs. $114.20.

Chg.

Jul 13 644.75 647 632.50 Sep 13 547 548 538.50 Dec 13 513.25 521.50 512 Mar 14 524.50 532.25 522.50 Est. sales 511,774 Mon’s. sales 201,889 Mon’s open int 1,169,736 up 8245.00

640 546.75 520.25 531.25

Jul 13 362 363.25 352 Sep 13 354 356.25 347 Dec 13 350.50 356.50 346 Mar 14 356 356 353.50 Est. sales 3,877 Mon’s. sales 1,143 Mon’s open int 8,789 off 144.00

355 348.50 349 353.50

Jul 13 435.00 439.20 431.20 Aug 13 407.70 409.80 402.10 Sep 13 378.30 379.40 373.60 Oct 13 348.20 348.30 344.00 Est. sales 154,748 Mon’s. sales 83,251 Mon’s open int 265,719 off 531.00

438.70 406.70 376.10 345.70

Jul 13 49.10 49.70 48.95 Aug 13 48.95 49.51 48.81 Sep 13 48.73 49.25 48.64 Oct 13 48.31 48.86 48.28 Est. sales 158,288 Mon’s. sales 76,711 Mon’s open int 358,302 up 7432.00

49.48 49.28 49.04 48.65

+.28 +.22 +.17 +.14

Jul 13 1460.50 1479.25 1456 1478.25 Aug 13 1386 1395.25 1375.25 1390.25 Sep 13 1290 1296.50 1280.50 1288 Nov 13 1221 1228 1214.25 1220.75 Est. sales 413,822 Mon’s. sales 178,323 Mon’s open int 579,830 off 966.00

+13.75 -.75 -6.25 -4.25

OATS (CBOT) 5,000 bu minimum- cents per bushel

SOYBEAN MEAL (CBOT) 100 tons- dollars per ton

OIL AND GAS PRICES Oklahoma crude oil prices as of 5 p.m. Tuesday: Oklahoma Sweet: Sunoco Inc. — $ Oklahoma Sour: Sunoco Inc. — $ Oklahoma oil and gas drilling activity posted Apr. 23:

nado struck Moore on Monday afternoon. SandRidge Energy Inc. is donating items for relief workers and working to identify volunteer opportunities while also providing funding to relief organizations, spokesman Greg Dewey said. Koch Industries Inc., whose companies employ more than 2,000 people across Oklahoma, said it will donate $1 million for tornado relief efforts. Half of the amount will be given to the OK Strong Disaster Relief Fund established by Gov. Mary Fallin in coordination with United Way of Central Oklahoma. The other $500,000 will go to the American Red Cross and The Salvation Army to help affected families. Houston-based Apache Corp., which has an office in Tulsa, is donating $500,000. “Our hearts go out to the families of those who have suffered due to these horrific storms,” said Rob Johnston, vice president of Apache’s central region. “Apache has had a home in Oklahoma since the company’s first well was drilled there more than 50 years ago. “Many Apache employees have close ties to family, friends and schools in the area, and we will help this community with its disaster-recovery efforts.” Industry giant Exxon Mobil Corp. will donate $500,000 to the Red Cross as well, the company announced Tuesday evening. ConocoPhillips, which got its start in Oklahoma, will contribute $1 million to the Red Cross and match employee donations to the relief effort.

SOYBEANS (CBOT) 5,000 bu minimum- cents per bushel

WHEAT (CBOT) 5,000 bu minimum- cents per bushel 684.25 692.25

684.50 692.25

674 681.50

+.25

-8.25 -9 -6 -6.75

+3.40 -1.30 -2.70 -2.80

High

Low

680.50 688

-4.75 -4.75

Settle

703.50 720

WINTER WHEAT (KCBT) 5,000 bu minimum- cents per bushel Jul 13 735.50 738.50 735.50 Mon’s. sales 13,314 Mon’s open int 138,707 up 228.00

CATTLE (CME) 40,000 lbs.- cents per lb.

Jun 13 120.90 121.35 120.25 Aug 13 119.80 120.60 119.10 Oct 13 123.20 123.90 122.47 Dec 13 124.50 125.50 124.07 Est. sales 57,051 Mon’s. sales 59,402 Mon’s open int 309,997 off 3524.00

FEEDER CATTLE (CME) 50,000 lbs.- cents per lb.

SOYBEAN OIL (CBOT) 60,000 lbs- cents per lb

Jul 13 Sep 13

-9.50 -7.75

Open

Dec 13 707 707.50 697 Mar 14 721.25 723 713.50 Est. sales 120,142 Mon’s. sales 71,083 Mon’s open int 413,776 up 6449.00

May 13 132.50 132.72 131.85 Aug 13 145.27 146.90 145.12 Sep 13 148.00 149.25 147.37 Oct 13 149.75 150.72 149.60 Est. sales 6,341 Mon’s. sales 7,771 Mon’s open int 35,293 up 42.00

HOGS-Lean (CME) 40,000 lbs.- cents per lb.

Jun 13 92.15 92.87 91.75 Jul 13 91.65 92.17 90.97 Aug 13 90.30 90.90 90.15 Oct 13 81.27 81.90 80.97 Est. sales 40,745 Mon’s. sales 43,941 Mon’s open int 248,873 up 3124.00

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HOGS The Oklahoma National Stockyards Hog Buying Station will be closed Monday for Memorial Day. Receipts: 80 Compared to Monday: Barrows and Gilts: Steady U.S. Nos. 1-3 220-270 lbs., $52 Sows: Steady. U.S. Nos. 1-3 300-500 lbs., $46-$48 U.S. Nos. 1-3 500-700 lbs., $50-$52 Boars: 200-250 lbs., $20; over 250 lbs., $5 SOURCE: USDA-OKLAHOMA AGRICULTURE DEPARTMENT MARKET NEWS SERVICE

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CASH WHEAT Mixed, mostly .06 to .07 lower. 6.79-7.44 Alva . . . . . . . . . 7.28 Banner. . . . . . . 7.23 Buffalo. . . . . . . 7.28 Cherokee . . . . 7.32 Clinton . . . . . . . 7.09 Davis . . . . . . . . 6.79 El Dorado . . . . 7.44 El Reno . . . . . . 7.23 Frederick. . . . . 7.04 Geary . . . . . . . . 7.23 Hobart . . . . . . . 7.14 Hooker. . . . . . . 7.16 Keyes . . . . . . . . 7.14 Lawton . . . . . . 7.23 Manchester . . . . 7.22 Medford . . . . . 7.32 Miami. . . . . . . . N/A Okarche . . . . . 7.23 Okeene . . . . . . 7.23 Perry . . . . . . . . 7.35 Ponca City . . . . 7.32 Shattuck. . . . . 7.17 Stillwater . . . . 7.35 Temple . . . . . . 7.08 Watonga . . . . 7.23 Weatherford . . . 7.16 Gulf. . . . . . . . 8.03 1/2 FEED GRAINS MILO Alva . . . . . . . 10.98 Buffalo. . . . . 10.98 Hooker. . . . . . 11.37 Keyes . . . . . . . 11.33 Manchester10.98 Medford . . . 10.75 Miami. . . . . . . .N/A Ponca City . . 10.75 Shattuck. . . . 11.10 Weatherford . 10.26 Gulf. . . . . . . . . .N/A

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HIGH 15434.50 6560.42 516.86 9629.16 3512.15 1674.93 1217.54 17678.97 1000.59

Out of the box

(IP)

LOW 15325.68 6496.40 511.75 9556.28 3486.88 1662.67 1210.46 17560.33 995.20

Total Return (%)

52-week range 49

Price-earnings ratio^: 5-yr avg. P/E^:

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65% 16 6

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3 2 )"1% 3/ 043 .3&1."3*/.", "0&1 in a box. The company, which makes everything from paper cups and cardboard to ofďŹ ce paper, was founded in 1898. In recent years, .3&1."3*/.", "0&1 2)&% 3*-#&1land and other noncore businesses and strengthened its position in industrial packaging. Its moves are part of a wave of consolidation that has concentrated 75 percent of the packaging -"1+&3 6*3) .3&1."3*/.", "0&1 and a handful of rivals, according to ďŹ nancial analyst Todd Wenning of Morningstar. That also has allowed the company and its peers, such as Rock-Tenn, to aggressively increase prices twice in the past

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year, driving earnings. As a result, investors poured money in, driving up shares in .3&1."3*/.", "0&r, among others. The stock is up 60 percent over the last 12 months, more than double the 27 percent climb of the 3".%"1% //1 2 *.%&7 Even so, the stock yields 2.5 percent, which is above the 2.0 percent average in the market. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s because the company has continued to increase its dividend enough to offset the effects of the higher share price, notes Wenning. A stockâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dividend yield declines as the share price rises. Wenning considers Interna3*/.", "0&1 2 2)"1&2 3/ #& '"*1,8 priced, in contrast to other companies in the sector.

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Company Spotlight

Carnival (CCL)

52-WEEK RANGE

$31

5-YR*: 0%

Total returns through May 21

Close: $25.64 -1.17 or -4.4% The electronics retailer posted a fiscal first-quarter loss as it sold its stake in Best Buy Europe and works on a turnaround plan. $30

10-YR*: 4%

Dividend: $1.00

average, Nasdaq and S&P 500 ended the day higher after wobbling in early trading. On Wednesday, Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke will go before Congress to discuss his U.S. economic outlook. BZH Carnival CCL

Close: $21.75 -0.98 or -4.3% A Sterne Agee analyst downgraded the homebuilderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stock to â&#x20AC;&#x153;Neutralâ&#x20AC;? from â&#x20AC;&#x153;Buyâ&#x20AC;? saying that year-overyear growth may slow. $25

Close: $33.81 -1.51 or -4.3% The Miami-based cruise company said that steep discounts put pressure on its revenue. It also cut its outlook for the year. $38

$11.20

M $27.37

M A 52-week range

$10.90 Vol.: 2.6m (1.9x avg.) Mkt. Cap: $545.71 m

Medtronic

Saks

Close: $52.35 2.46 or 4.9% The medical device maker reported better-than-expected fourth quarter earnings on higher sales of implantable heart defibrillators. $55 50

M $23.29

Vol.: 20.9m (1.8x avg.) PE: ... Mkt. Cap: $8.71 b Yield: 2.7% MDT

PE: ... Yield: ... SKS

Close: $13.67 1.39 or 11.3% The luxury retailer said that its net income fell 38 percent in the first quarter, but its adjusted results topped expectations. $14

$35.67

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M $53.83

Vol.: 13.9m (3.3x avg.) PE: 16.0 Mkt. Cap: $53.07 b Yield: 2.0% SOURCE: Sungard

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$30.65

$39.95

Vol.: 22.5m (4.4x avg.) PE: 13.1 Mkt. Cap: $20.03 b Yield: 3.0%

Clearwire

CLWR

Close: $3.40 0.14 or 4.3% Sprint Nextel raised its buyout offer for the stake in the wireless data operator it does not already own by 14 percent. $3.6 3.2

M A 52-week range

$9.24 Vol.: 11.8m (5.4x avg.) Mkt. Cap: $2.05 b

M $13.69 PE: 33.4 Yield: ...

Operating EPS

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FuturesTrading EXP.

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1.74 2.81

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OPEN

CH.

LIGHT SWEET CRUDE (NYMX) 1,000 bbl.- dollars per bbl. Jun 13 96.70 96.16 Jul 13 96.89 96.18

-.55 -.75

Est. sales 474,136 Mon's. sales 632,229 Mon's open int 1,744,008 off 4828.00

NATURAL GAS (NYMX) 10,000 mm btu's, $ per mm btu Jun 13 4.087 4.192 Jul 13 4.135 4.239

+.102 +.098

Est. sales 283,841 Mon's. sales 289,853 Mon's open int 1,487,624 up 4910.00

GOLD (COMX) 100 troy oz.- dollars per troy oz. May 13 1386.50 1377.80 -6.50 Jun 13 1392.40 1377.60 -6.50 Est. sales 471,880 Mon's. sales 293,953 Mon's open int 453,048 up 1365.00

CBOT SILVER 5000 oz. (CBOT) 5000 troy oz- dollars per troy oz May 13 22.352 22.352 -.483 Jun 13 22.343 22.343 -.496 Est. sales 1 Mon's. sales Mon's open int 317 up 1.00

ForeignExchange CLOSE

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NY HARBOR GAS BLEND (NYMX) 42,000 gallons- dollars per gallon Jun 13 2.9013 2.8458 -.0598 Jul 13 2.8640 2.8379 -.0545

PVS .7754 102.29 12.2798

Est. sales 127,141 Mon's. sales 87,694 Mon's open int 295,477 off 1243.00

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LAST

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YLD

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MutualFundCategories

3.4

Div. yield: 3.0% Source: FactSet

M A 52-week range

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The stock market turned higher Tuesday as investors banked on continued policy support from the Federal Reserve. Two big retailers also topped Wall Street expectations for the most recent quarter. The Dow Jones industrial Best Buy BBY Beazer Homes

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Gulf of Mexico for ďŹ ve days. And the company ended the voyage of another ship in March after its backup generator failed. Carnival was forced to charter airplanes to ďŹ&#x201A;y the shipâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s passengers back to Florida. The cruise line is making a $300 million investment in emergency generators, ďŹ re safety equipment and improved engine rooms to show that its ships are reliable and perhaps more importantly, becoming more so this year.

Tuesdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s close: $33.81

Total return this year: -7% 3-YR*: 1%

2012

Carnival heads into rough seas

Price-earnings ratio (Based on past 12 monthsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; results): 18 AP

2011

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Carnival has cut its 2013 proďŹ t outlook as it trims ticket prices, hoping to bring aboard customers who may have become alarmed by high-proďŹ le breakdowns on the high-seas. Although bookings are up, travelers arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t paying enough to generate the kind of proďŹ t Carnival, and Wall Street, had grown accustomed to. In February, the Carnival Triumph was crippled by an engine ďŹ re and left 4,200 people stranded in the

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$71.26

$55.46

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ExchangeTradedFunds

2.5%

2010

10-year T-note 30-year T-bond

PVS

TGT

$75

1YR AGO

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$1.20

4 increases since start of 2010

May 10 $23.60

YEST

NET CHG

GOLD $1,377.80

+.0003

Market value: $21.2 billion

Quarterly dividends paid per share

Tuesdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s close: $47.75 $50

Targetâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first-quarter earnings are expected to offer clues as to how the spring selling season shaped up for the discounter. Analysts will dissect how Targetâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s shoppers have been affected by a Social Security payroll tax increase that took effect Jan. 1. The companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s latest results, due out today, come a week after rival Wal-Mart Stores reported that its first-quarter profit edged up just slightly as it struggled with a sales slump.

3-month T-bill 6-month T-bill 1-year T-note 2-year T-note 5-year T-note

3,600

EURO 1.2900

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Consumer proxy

TREASURIES

10 DAYS

GASOLINE $2.85

HPQ $21.11 $25 Hewlett-Packardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s latest quarterly results should show how badly the â&#x20AC;&#x2122;13 20 slowing PC market is hurting the computer maker. 15 $21.46 The company has already said that its 10 fiscal second-quarter results, due out today, will be worse than a year earlier. Operating est. $0.98 $0.81 The only question is whether the EPS 2Q â&#x20AC;&#x2122;12 2Q â&#x20AC;&#x2122;13 setback will be more severe than investors are anticipating. Like other PC Price-earnings ratio: lost money makers, HP has been stung by a based on trailing 12 monthsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; results growing preference for smartphones Dividend: $0.53 Div yield: 2.5% and tablets instead of laptop and Source FactSet desktop machines.

3,360

10 DAYS

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Assessing the damage

Wall Street will be watching today for any signs of new policy changes coming from the Federal Reserve. Chairman Ben Bernanke is scheduled to appear before Congress and the central bank will be releasing minutes of its most recent policy meeting. The Fed is buying $85 billion of bonds every month to keep long-term interest rates low. That has encouraged investors to put money into stocks instead of bonds, driving The Dow, S&P 500 and Russell to record high levels.

1,680

30-YR T-BONDS 3.13%

6-MO T-BILLS .08%

+2.87

PERCENT RETURN 1YR 3YR

YTD

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5.62 9.94 25.07 2.62 16.85 12.78

12.66 18.89 38.49 13.96 26.71 17.83

9.06 11.66 23.08 8.61 20.26 13.28

5.01 4.95 12.96 -4.09 6.91 6.08

5YR

5.41 6.40 7.37

12.54 14.74 16.36

8.93 10.10 10.92

3.86 3.87 3.89

2.45 9.68 11.73 10.67 9.83 14.00 11.07 6.31 13.22

18.76 31.53 31.23 29.85 26.19 32.97 31.47 15.94 27.89

8.05 13.48 12.57 11.86 12.84 17.19 11.21 10.62 13.84

-1.40 -1.16 1.98 -1.07 0.00 3.07 -1.51 3.40 2.49

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BUSINESS

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WEATHER Mostly sunny

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A bubble of high pressure will provide a good deal of sunshine across much of the state today. A stray afternoon thunderstorm can pop up in the southwest. Winds: WSW 4-8 mph.

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Arkansas: Clouds and sun today. A shower or thunderstorm around, except dry in the north and west; humid in the east. Partly cloudy tonight. Texas: A thunderstorm in the southeast today; some sun in the east, central areas and South Texas. New Mexico: Mostly sunny today; warmer on the Plains. Clear and moonlit tonight. Kansas: Partly sunny today; less humid in the south and east. Partly cloudy tonight. Missouri: Less humid today with partial sunshine. Partly cloudy tonight. Partly sunny tomorrow. Colorado: Sunshine and some clouds today. An afternoon shower or thunderstorm around in the north and highest elevations; warmer in the west.

As of 7 a.m. yesterday Lake Normal Altus 1,559.0 Arbuckle 872.0 Arcadia 1,006.0 Brok. Bow 599.5 Canton 1,615.4 Copan 710.0 Eufaula 585.0 Ft. Cobb 1,342.0 Ft. Gibson 554.0 Ft. Supply 2,004.0 Foss 1,642.0 Grand 745.0 Hudson 619.0 Hulah 733.0 Kaw 1,009.1 Kerr 460.0 Keystone 723.0 Oologah 638.0 Salt Plains 1,125.0 Skiatook 714.0 Tenkiller 632.0 Texoma 615.0 Thunderbird 1,039.0 Webb. Falls 490.0 Wister 478.0

Yesterday in Oklahoma City:

Yesterday’s pollen

Current 1,532 865.44 1,006 602.08 1,602 712.07 586.89 1,337 555.82 2,004 1,630 743.75 619.87 739.06 1,011 459.79 724.81 638.41 1,125 701.21 635.33 613.41 1,035 489.77 478.01

Total Precipitation Mold and pollen counts courtesy of the Oklahoma Allergy & Asthma Clinic.

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Jan. 1 - This date in 2010 ........................ 10.94 Jan. 1 - This date in 2011 .......................... 11.03 Jan. 1 - This date in 2012 ......................... 15.79

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Today H L Sky 86 57 Sunny 87 57 Sunny 57 43 PtCldy 84 66 T-storm 76 66 T-storm 68 48 PtCldy 86 64 T-storm 66 42 PtCldy 61 40 PtCldy 78 63 T-storm 89 76 PtCldy 80 61 T-storm 84 67 PtCldy 88 63 T-storm 70 42 PtCldy 74 50 T-storm 82 61 T-storm 72 45 PtCldy 84 62 T-storm 88 68 Sunny 75 45 PtCldy 66 49 Cloudy 79 59 T-storm 48 39 Cloudy 93 68 Sunny 66 41 Sunny 86 66 T-storm 68 47 T-storm 86 70 PtCldy 89 72 T-storm 78 58 T-storm 86 65 T-storm 86 66 T-storm 70 49 PtCldy 92 69 Sunny 86 63 T-storm 74 58 PtCldy 82 62 T-storm 86 64 T-storm 86 75 T-storm 66 48 T-storm 56 45 Cloudy 86 66 T-storm 82 60 T-storm 84 71 T-storm 85 68 T-storm 64 49 Cloudy 88 69 T-storm 101 77 Sunny 86 63 T-storm 69 59 Cloudy 51 44 Rain 78 63 T-storm 85 67 T-storm 64 39 PtCldy 78 57 PtCldy 83 54 Sunny 91 72 PtCldy 68 60 PtCldy 66 50 Sunny 58 40 Rain 52 44 Rain 88 66 T-storm 55 44 Cloudy 50 35 Shwrs 88 72 T-storm 82 59 PtCldy 87 70 T-storm 77 53 PtCldy

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Texts: Red Cross Homes: Builders prepare to help defends method

areas to assess their damage and their needs,” he said.

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crews to the state to provide food, emergency shelter, aid stations, cleanup kits, mobile kitchens and counseling to the tornado victims. Oklahoma City resident Alicia Sullivan, who has followed news of Monday’s disaster and the outpouring of donations through online social media, is among those concerned that message is not being shared. “I don’t disagree with helping others,” Sullivan said. “But it should be known to the public that if you’re giving a million to help your neighbors that not all of that million might be going to help them. They should make this clear to people.” Borrego said if people wish to donate to their local chapter — the Oklahoma Red Cross — they should do so via the local agency’s website. She said the agency clearly expresses how it will use donations sent via text. “We tell people to donate to disaster relief so we can then determine how those funds are used to support communities when they are needed most,” Borrego said. Ken Garcia, regional director of communications, said he expects all funds being donated to the Oklahoma Chapter of the American Red Cross will be used for relief efforts related to the recent storms. “Money that is donated to the American Red Cross to the disaster fund will be used for efforts in Oklahoma, whether it’s for Moore, Shawnee or Carney,” Garcia said. “It will be used for the overall disaster relief operation.” He said he had no estimate of donations given to the state operation. “Right now we are as-

HOW TO HELP LOCAL DONATIONS I Donations may be submitted to the American Red Cross of Central Oklahoma via phone at 2289500 or by mail to: The American Red Cross — Central Oklahoma Office, 601 NE 6, Oklahoma City, OK 73104. I Online, go to www. redcross.org/ charitable-donations and select “Your local Red Cross Chapter.”

sessing what will be needed,” Garcia said. “The money will be raised for what is needed in Oklahoma. We don’t like for it to be designated to one event. Oklahoma is a state that is prone to disasters.”

Long-term funding? With several more million dollars being donated by corporations and other entities, questions also are emerging about whether a centralized, long-term fund will be set up. Nancy Anthony, Oklahoma City Community Foundation director, said discussions are being held but it is too early to make any such arrangements. “Right now, we’re encouraging people to send support to the Red Cross, the Salvation Army and churches doing work directly in the area.” Anthony said her foundation has a tornado recovery fund that has accepted donations but has not solicited them. “Given the size of this deal, we’ll just turn around and distribute it to a direct need,” she said.

the city government and rescue workers are organized.” Haworth and other builders reported in Tuesday morning at a blog operated by the Oklahoma State Home Builders Association. “A lot of people I know lost everything,” he said after driving in the area before authorities locked it down late Monday. “I’ve been talking to some people this morning. My daughter’s boyfriend’s little 8-year-old boy was in the Plaza Towers school. They couldn’t find him at first. It was pretty scary. They did find him, though. Everyone we know is safe and sound.”

Job sites leveled Ideal Homes had several homes under construction that were destroyed, said Todd Booze, president of construction for Ideal Homes and vice president of the state builders group. “We all are OK, but the tornado split between two of our neighborhoods, clipping the north side, wasting about eight homes under construction. Mi-

In a time such as this, as humans, we can’t help but hurt for those who have suffered loss. As homebuilders, we can’t help but want to pitch in and start the rebuilding process in any way we can.” JEFF CLICK

PRESIDENT OF THE OKLAHOMA STATE HOME BUILDERS ASSOCIATION

raculously, it didn’t scrape any slabs of existing homeowners, but did heavy damage. Unbelievable mess down there.” Pete Jackson, president of the Moore Home Builders Association, said neither his own home, about a mile south of the tornado’s path, nor houses he has under construction, were damaged. He rode out the storm in a storm shelter. Shawnee Home Builders Association President Greg Brown said none of his homes suffered damage in Shawnee.

Ready to rebuild Homebuilders were responding to the disaster by

early Tuesday. “In a time such as this, as humans, we can’t help but hurt for those who have suffered loss. As homebuilders, we can’t help but want to pitch in and start the rebuilding process in any way we can,” said Jeff Click, president of the Oklahoma State Home Builders Association. Click said association members statewide were looking for ways to help central Oklahoma builders, their families, trades, vendors and others affected by the tornadoes in Shawnee and Moore. “We are currently reaching out to those we know who live and work in these

Industry responds In the meantime, the Central Oklahoma Home Builders Association has made its campus at 420 E Britton Road a donation drop-off point for anyone in the state building industry to contribute to the relief effort. Needs include bottled water, canned and dried packaged goods, clothing, shoes, towels, blankets, toiletries, paper goods, diapers and wipes and similar products. Call ahead before dropping off: 843-1508. “We encourage you to consider providing aid through prayer, through donating goods ... and through financial contributions to organizations like the Red Cross and Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma,” the state association posted on the blog. “We are a trade organization thousands-strong of hardworking, faith-filled Oklahomans. Our hearts go out to, and our prayers go up on behalf of, those who are suffering through loss as a result of this storm.”

Business: ‘All you can do is hope’ FROM PAGE 1B

at Riverwalk Drive and SW 19, couldn’t open his store Tuesday, despite having no damage to the building. His immediate challenge was street access — and he had no idea when the roads would reopen. Though Lee says he’s thankful the store wasn’t touched by the tornado, and his family and workers are unharmed, he worries about the financial hit he’ll take in the coming months. It’s a situation he’s been through before, as owner of a different liquor store, Greenway Plaza Liquors, in 1999. The May 3 tornado that year also spared his business but destroyed the surrounding area. He said he reopened after the storm, but sales dropped from

$2,000 a day to $200 a day, an amount that didn’t even cover his operating expenses. He was unable to receive aid from the Federal Emergency Management Agency or his insurance, he said. “All you can do is hope you’re able to survive. That’s what we did last time: scraped our pennies. Business came back eventually,” he said.

First things first Moore Chamber of Commerce Chairman Brad Little, who also owns HeyDey Entertainment, said area business owners are focused on immediate needs: cleaning up debris, restoring power and making sure their families and employees’ families are safe. Customers, too, are concerned with necessities and won’t be spending like they were before.

“It takes a while for the economic engine to start back up again,” Little said. The chamber was closed Tuesday because the building had no electricity. Once it reopens, officials will be able to provide resources to business owners, such as connecting them with reputable companies to make repairs. The Joplin (Mo.) Area Chamber of Commerce reached out to Moore right after the storm to offer support. Little said once the city’s rebuilding is underway, the Moore chamber plans to invite the Joplin chamber to visit and speak with the business community. “This is not going to be over next week. It’ll move off the national headlines, but for people that call Moore home, we’ll be doing this for a while,” he said.

HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL

SPURS 93, GRIZZLIES 89 (OT)

Positive energy at Star Spencer

Spurs take 2-0 series lead

Coming off a 5-5 season and playoff loss, young squad now knows what it takes to improve.

San Antonio bounces back after squandering a 13-point lead in the fourth quarter to beat Memphis in overtime on Tuesday night.

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Thunder comes away with 12th pick NBA DRAFT | THE PICK, ACQUIRED FROM TORONTO THROUGH HOUSTON, CAME IN THE JAMES HARDEN TRADE Outside the walls of Thunder headquarters, Tuesday night might have been viewed as a disappointment. But inside the organization, landing the 12th overall pick in this year’s NBA Draft was seen as a luxury. Oklahoma City, which won 60 games, will select one spot behind a Philadelphia 76ers team that won only 34 games and one spot ahead of a Dallas

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THUNDER Mavericks squad that finished 41-41. No other 50-win team is slated to have a pick in the top 22 selections of the

June 27th NBA Draft. That’s the perspective the Thunder’s decisionmakers maintained Tuesday. Fans, on the other hand, might have criticized the pick’s placement solely because it was part of the compensation the Thunder received in exchange for James Harden, Cole Aldrich, Daequan Cook and Lazar Hayward The Thunder acquired

the pick from Houston as part of a package. The Rockets also traded two additional draft picks, as well as Kevin Martin and Jeremy Lamb to the Thunder. The pick originally belonged to Toronto but was traded to Houston in a previous deal. Oklahoma City will now go into the draft armed with the 12th overall selection, the 29th pick and the

32nd pick, a selection originally owned by Charlotte but also acquired in the deal for Harden. The Thunder received the pick this year because Toronto did not move into the top three of the draft. Had the Raptors garnered a top-three selection, the pick would have stayed with them and been deferred to next year, with SEE THUNDER, PAGE 3C

Mountaineers pitch in

INSIDE REDHAWKS 15, FRESNO 2

OKC ROUTS GRIZZLIES The Oklahoma City RedHawks scored 10 runs in the eighth inning of a 15-2 rout of the Fresno Grizzlies on Tuesday. Third baseman Brett Wallace, below, led the RedHawks with a grand slam in the eighth. PAGE 5C

PHOTO BY NATE BILLINGS, THE OKLAHOMAN

ONLINE LIVE CHAT WITH DARNELL MAYBERRY

West Virginia head baseball coach Randy Mazey, left, and assistant Steven Trout took their team through Newcastle and Moore on Tuesday to see the tornado destruction first hand. PHOTO BY ANTHONY SLATER, THE OKLAHOMAN

TORNADO RELIEF EFFORT | WEST VIRGINIA PLAYERS, COACHES GO ON A WALMART SHOPPING SPREE, DONATE NECESSARY ITEMS

Members of the West Virginia baseball team carry in supplies at the OU dorms, where many victims were being temporarily housed. PHOTO BY ANTHONY SLATER, THE OKLAHOMAN

The drive from downtown Oklahoma City to Norman usually takes around 30 minutes. But on Tuesday, navigating through traffic and an altered route, it took the West Virginia baseball team more than 90 minutes to get there. No matter. Coach Randy Mazey and his players were determined to make an impact, fueled by a passion for helping the displaced victims of Monday’s Moore tornado.

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COLLEGE ATHLETICS So the Mountaineer coaches, players and support staff, all 37 of them, packed into a crowded team bus outside their downtown hotel and prepared to make the winding trek toward the University

Conference tournament will still go on BIG 12 BASEBALL | EVENT WILL START A DAY LATER WITH A FORMAT CHANGE Sunny Golloway headed out Tuesday morning, en route to Oklahoma City to discuss a Big 12 Tournament he thought might be canceled. And in the aftermath of Monday’s tornado that gashed neighboring Moore, with lives still in the balance and the tragedy still tugging at so many, the Oklahoma baseball coach said his first instinct was to scrap the event. “I didn’t care if we played this weekend, to be honest with you,” Golloway said.

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Along the way, however, Golloway came across a policeman in Norman who was rerouting drivers away from danger and blocked roads. And the officer prompted him to reconsider.

“He looked really tired, like he’d been there all night,” Golloway said. “I asked him if he was OK. He recognized me and said, ‘Good luck this weekend. Go get ’em.’ “He thinks we’re going to be playing. Maybe that’s an answer. He’s a first responder. He’s out there dealing with it first hand. And he’s thinking that the Big 12 Tournament will go on.” The tournament will go on — delayed a day, out of respect to SEE BASEBALL, PAGE 6C

of Oklahoma dorms, where many victims were being temporarily housed. With them, the Mountaineers brought supplies. Lots of them. A night before, after hearing of the horrors and seeing the devastation on television, a few WVU players texted Mazey, telling the coach they wanted to help. He agreed, having seen firsthand the devastation

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MORE COVERAGE I Kevin Durant, Oklahoma City Thunder make donations for disaster relief. PAGE 2A

I Southmoore football feels impact of tornado. At least 19 SaberCats lost their homes. Coach Jeff Brinkman is still trying to assess the damage. PAGE 2C

I Former Oklahoma City sportscaster Chris Harrison literally was flying over Oklahoma on Monday when an EF-5 tornado tore through Moore. PAGE 3C

Join Thunder beat writer Darnell Mayberry at 11 a.m. on Wednesday for the Power Lunch live chat. Get your Thunder questions ready and log on at NewsOK.com/sports to join in.

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TUNING IN

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Wednesday MINOR LEAGUE BASEBALL 9 p.m.

Oklahoma City at Fresno

Southmoore football takes hit

MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL

TORNADO’S DAMAGE | AT LEAST 19 PLAYERS LOST HOMES FROM MONDAY’S TERROR

NBA

Noon 1 p.m. 6 p.m. 6 p.m. 9 p.m.

Cincinnati at N.Y. Mets Oakland at Texas Chicago Cubs at Pittsburgh N.Y. Yankees at Baltimore St. Louis at San Diego

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HIGH SCHOOLS MOORE — Southmoore

football coach Jeff Brickman would much rather be worrying about how smoothly his quarterbacks executed the zone-read in spring practice. Instead, he’s was worried about where all of his players would sleep Tuesday night. Whether they have clean clothes to wear, or enough food for their families. At least 19 Southmoore football players lost their homes in Monday’s tornado that tore through the town of Moore and parts of Oklahoma City. Southmoore senior Jake Spradling didn’t need to see the destruction Mon-

day afternoon to know his home had been hit. “Once I heard that it hit the Warren Theater, I knew my house was gone,” he said. “I live right across the street from the hospital that was hit. “I haven’t been able to get in there to see it yet, but my dad has. I’ve only seen some photos. All that’s left of our house is a bathroom and a closet.” Spradling and his family spent the night in Norman with relatives, and many of his teammates did the same, while others sought refuge in hotels. As of Tuesday afternoon, Brickman didn’t know the extent of the impact on his football team, whether it be damaged homes, or the death of friends or family members. “We still haven’t been able to get in touch with all of our players. There could be more who lost homes,” Brickman said Tuesday af-

ternoon. “My wife is the cheerleading coach, and she has some girls who lost homes, too. There are just so many people in the entire school who were impacted by this.” That’s why Brickman and the Southmoore football booster club decided to set up the team’s website, www.GoSaberCats.com, to accept financial donations. The site can accept funds via PayPal, or people can write checks directly to the Southmoore booster club by mailing it to the school. “We’re not just worried about our team. We want to help as many people as we can,” Brickman said. “We’ll spend a few days gathering funds, and compiling a list of all the kids who lost their homes. However many kids we have on our list after about four days, we’ll divide it evenly and cut them each a check. And as more money comes in, we’ll keep doing

it until all the money runs out.” Help has already come from all over. Spradling has signed to play football at Northwestern Oklahoma State in the fall. Five Northwestern coaches drove in from Alva Tuesday to help, bringing bottled water, Gatorade and bags of clothes. Three more guys are coming Wednesday. “This is a disaster, but those of us who have been impacted by it are still so blessed. So many people — they don’t really know what you’re going through, but they know you need their support and that you’re overwhelmed with everything,” Spradling said. “We’ve been very blessed with everyone who has come around to help us get through the disaster. “God has a plan for all of us. Some things just weren’t meant to last forever.”

Indiana at Miami

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BMW PGA Championship

BY SCOTT WRIGHT Staff Writer swright@opubco.com

SPENCER — There’s a renewed energy coursing through spring football workouts at Star Spencer. It’s not a familiar feeling for the players, because none of them were there in the fall of 2009, when the Bobcats were on top of the world as the Class 4A champions. No, these players have been at Star for multiple coaching changes, backto-back one-win seasons, and finally last year, a little bit of a breakthrough. The Bobcats finished 5-5 and lost in the first round of the playoffs. But they were in the playoffs with a team made up considerably of freshmen and sophomores. Last fall, those young players thought they could be a good team. Now, they know it. “We’re ready, because we know how big this can be,” said running back Jerome Smith, who will be a junior in the fall. “Experiencing the playoffs, it makes scrimmages or practice feel like it’s light work, because you know what the road ahead is.” The class of players who will graduate this month were the last ones around from the 2009 title team, and they left a legacy with the current players. “That group of guys that just left, I learned a lot from them,” said quarterback Marshawn Reid II,

GOLF (Cox 60)

Thursday MINOR LEAGUE BASEBALL 9 p.m.

Oklahoma City at Fresno

MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL 6 p.m.

Cleveland at Boston

AUTO RACING Noon 2:30 p.m. 4 p.m. 6 p.m.

Nationwide Series Practice Sprint Cup Practice Nationwide Series Practice Sprint Cup Qualifying

NHL

6 p.m. 7 p.m. 9:30 p.m.

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Boston at N.Y. Rangers Chicago at Detroit San Jose at Los Angeles

11 a.m. 2 p.m. 4 a.m. Friday

COLLEGE BASEBALL

Oklahoma vs. Baylor

12:30 p.m.

Kansas State vs. Texas Tech

1 p.m. 4 p.m.

SEC Tournament West Virginia vs. Kansas

4:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m.

SEC Tournament Oklahoma State vs. TCU

8 p.m.

SEC Tournament

Texas A&M vs. Oklahoma

8 p.m.

Washington vs. Missouri

ESPN (Cox 29) KREF-AM 1400 ESPN (Cox 29)

MEN’S SOCCER 7:30 p.m.

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COLLEGE SOFTBALL 6 p.m.

MLBN (Cox 264)

CNBC (Cox 41) NBCSN (Cox 251) NBCSN (Cox 251)

Senior PGA Championship Crowne Plaza Invitational BMW PGA Championship

9 a.m.

KGHM-AM 1340

SPEED (Cox 67) SPEED (Cox 67) SPEED (Cox 67) SPEED (Cox 67)

SPRING FOOTBALL

Positive energy surrounds Star Spencer

MLBN (Cox 264) FSOK (Cox 37) WGN (Cox 2) ESPN (Cox 29) FSPLUS (Cox 68) Cox 3

TNT (Cox 31)

Pittsburgh at Ottawa

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KGHM-AM 1340

Chelsea vs. Manchester City

ESPN2 (Cox 28)

OKLAHOMA SCENE

OU, OSU golfers open NCAA Tournament

Star Spencer players pose with the Class 4A championship trophy in 2009. The last remaining players from that season graduate this spring, but the next wave of players have a renewed energy. PHOTO BY NATE BILLINGS, THE OKLAHOMAN ARCHIVES

one of only a couple players who will be seniors. “They taught us about not giving up. Two years ago, when we were 1-9, we were down 40-0 and we were still pushing hard. And we just kept pushing, and last year we went 5-5 and made it to the playoffs. “You can’t give up, and that’s what they always taught us.” Star has benefitted from continuity at the coaching position, too. James Harding was the third coach in as many seasons when he was hired in 2011, but now, he’ll be going into his third season. “Coach Harding has developed different ways to

make us better,” said junior-to-be Milon Smith, who has played the last two seasons at linebacker while helping at receiver and running back. “We’re doing more on offense, doing different things on defense. It’s been really good, because we all understand things.” The biggest benefit of the continuity shows in the young players who have been in Harding’s system — many of them starting — since they were freshmen. “When I came in, I started a lot of freshmen,” Harding said. “These kids have that playoff experience, and they know what

it takes to get there. Those young guys matured a lot. I haven’t had to be telling them to get in the weight room. They know to go do it.” Added Jerome Smith: “A lot of players at other schools don’t even get the chance to start until their junior year, but we have a lot of guys here who have been starting since we were freshmen. We have that experience and we’re on a different level now. We’re just ready to come out here and showcase our talent. “It’s time to get gold. And we will.”

MEDIA NOTEBOOK

Memorial Marathon featured on HBO show The Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon is featured on a segment of HBO’s “Real Sports With Bryant Gumbel,” which premiered Tuesday night. The race occurred just two weeks after the Boston Marathon, and participants honored those affected by the marathon bombing with donations and by wearing red socks. In the collaboration with Sports Illustrated, correspondent Mary Carillo met several characters who have survived these tragedies and are taking strides toward healing. Other segments include a profile of Penn State football coach Bill O’Brien and reports on referee assaults in the U.S. and the changing landscape of horse breeding. The program next airs at 5:30 p.m. Thursday and will be available ondemand beginning Monday.

SHORT TAKES I Besides airing on Fox College Sports Central (Cox 271), the rescheduled Big 12 baseball tournament games also will be split between Fox Sports Oklahoma (Cox 37, 722) and Fox Sports Oklahoma Plus (Cox 68,

715). FSOK will carry three OU games (9 a.m. Thursday vs. Baylor; 9 a.m. Friday vs. Texas Tech; and 12:30 p.m. Saturday vs. Kansas State) and two OSU games (7:30 p.m. Friday vs. Kansas; and 4 p.m. Saturday vs. West Virginia). The other tournament games are on FSOK Plus, except for the final, which will air only on FCS. Bob Licht, a former Hornets TV announcer; Jack Lazorko, a former major league relief pitcher; Chad McKee, a former KWTV-9 sports reporter; and Jay Payton, a former major league outfielder, will alternate as the announcers. I Thunder guard Russell Westbrook has been nominated for two NBA Social Media Awards: the LOL Award for blocking the Denver Nuggets mascot’s shots, and the Trendsetter Award, which goes to the player who displays the best sense of style through social media. Former Thunder star James Harden also was nominated for the Trendsetter. Fans can vote now through May 31 by visiting nba.com/sma. Voting also will be available via Twitter using #NBASMA and the NBA.com mobile website. Winners will be announced at 7 p.m. June 12 on NBA TV. I P.J. Carlesimo, a former Thunder and Brooklyn Nets head coach, is joining ESPN as an NBA studio ana-

lyst for the rest of the NBA playoffs, beginning at 8 a.m. Thursday on “SportsCenter.” “I look forward to sharing a coach’s perspective, along with insights from nine playoff appearances,” he said. I The Tulsa Shock will host the opener of the WNBA schedule on ESPN2 and ABC, which includes 14 regular-season games. The Shock hosts the Washington Mystics at 2 p.m. Monday (Pam Ward, Carolyn Peck and LaChina Robinson) on ESPN2, followed by the Chicago Sky at Phoenix Mercury at 4 p.m. (Ryan Ruocco, Rebecca Lobo and Holly Rowe). The network coverage will take an in-depth look at the transition from college to the WNBA of Elena Delle Donne, Skylar Diggins and Brittney Griner. TNT’s coverage of the Eastern Conference Finals begins at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday from Miami. Marv Albert will call the action with analysts Steve Kerr and Reggie Miller and reporters Craig Sager and David Aldridge. I ESPN analyst Jeff Van Gundy, who missed Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals because of a scheduling conflict, is calling the rest of the series with Mike Breen and reporter Doris Burke. BY MEL BRACHT

The Oklahoma women’s golf is eighth, and Oklahoma State is 22nd after the first day of the NCAA Championships in Athens, Ga. The Sooners shot a 3-over 291, and the Cowgirls shot a 15-over 303 at the University of Georgia golf course. San Jose State and Southern California are the co-leaders at 4-under. Two Sooners are tied for sixth place individually OU junior Emily Collins and senior Taylor Schmidt each shot 1-under 71 and are four shots behind leader Regan De Guzman of San Jose State. OSU’s Julie Yang led the Cowgirls at 2-over 74. She is tied for 46th. Three rounds remain in the 72-hole tournament.

COWBOYS TO ‘WRESTLE FOR MOORE’ Several Oklahoma State wrestlers will join other collegiate wrestlers and coaches from the state on Saturday to hold a free wrestling clinic called “Wrestle for Moore” at the Oklahoma Wrestling Academy. Monetary and material donations are welcomed and will go to the Oklahoma branch of the American Red Cross. T-shirts will also be on sale, with 100 percent of the money going to the Red Cross. Two sessions will be available for grade school through high school wrestlers. The first session will be from 9-11 a.m. and the second session from 2-4 p.m. The event is headed by Tyrone Lewis, a four-time All-American for Oklahoma State from 2001-04. He will be joined by former Cowboy standout and 2012 Olympic bronze medalist Coleman Scott. National champions Chris Perry and Jordan Oliver are also expected to be in attendance. For more details, contact Lewis at (405) 638-6732, Hardell Moore at (405) 613-8403 or Scott at colemanscott10@gmail.com.

OU ROWING EARNS NCAA BERTH The Oklahoma rowing team was elected to the 2013 NCAA Rowing Championship, set for May 31-June 2 in Indianapolis. Oklahoma earned an automatic bid to the championship by winning its first Conference USA title on May 18. The Sooners also won their first Big 12 championship on May 4, though with five Big 12 schools sponsoring rowing, the conference is one team shy of an automatic qualifier. The Sooners earned the 17th seed in the varsity eight and will race in the first of four heats against No. 1 USC, No. 8 Yale, No. 9 Harvard and No. 16 Washington State. In the second varsity eight, No. 14 OU will compete against No. 3 USC, No. 6 Princeton, No. 11 Notre Dame, No. 19 Gonzaga and No. 22 Marist in its heat. The varsity four pits the No. 17 Sooners against No. 1 California, No. 8 Wisconsin, No. 9 Washington State and No. 16 Cornell. The Sooners were busy helping out victims of the Moore tornado as their NCAA berth was announced. The team, staff and the rowers’ parents and pooled together nearly $2,000 in donations. Then they went shopping for the displaced families that are temporarily staying in OU housing.

UCO EIGHTH AT DIVISION II TOURNAMENT Central Oklahoma’s men’s golf team shot a 16-over 300 on Tuesday in the second round of the NCAA Division II Championship in Hershey, Pa. UCO is eighth, 25 shots behind first-place Barry, heading into Wednesday’s final round of stroke play. The top eight teams advance to match play, which will determine the national champion. UCO’s Dillon Rust shot a 1-under-par 70 in the second round. His two-round total of 1-over 143 leaves him eighth, five shots behind first-place Rob Damschen of Cal State-Stanislaus. FROM STAFF REPORTS

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WEDNESDAY, MAY 22, 2013

OKLAHOMA TORNADOES

Harrison was flying over when tornado hit Moore BY JOHN ROHDE Staff Writer jrohde@opubco.com

Former Oklahoma City sportscaster Chris Harrison literally was flying over Oklahoma on Monday when an EF-5 tornado tore through Moore. When his direct flight from Los Angeles to Newark landed in New Jersey, it didn’t take long for Harrison to learn what he had missed. “I got off the plane and my phone absolutely lit up,” Harrison said from New York City on Tuesday afternoon. “I was walking to baggage claim and saw CNN. It reminded me of the video we took (working at KWTV-9) in 1999. I ended up sitting there for 20

Chris Harrison

minutes watching the coverage. I couldn’t believe it. ... Everybody in the airport just stopped.” Harrison said it’s been too painful to watch full coverage. “Hearing what’s happening with those kids at that (Plaza Towers Elementary) school … oh,” Harrison said. “I have yet to make it through that

video of the parents showing up at the school. I’m crying my eyes out in my hotel room. I feel like I’m a million miles away. I feel like I should be there for some reason.” Harrison was the weekend sports anchor at Channel 9 on May 3, 1999, when an F5 tornado with winds measured at 318 mph scorched a path through Bridge Creek, Moore, south Oklahoma City, Del City and Tinker Air Force Base before diminishing over Midwest City. “With all the tornadoes that broke out that day (reportedly 66 in Oklahoma and Kansas), all the storm chasers were already gone,” Harrison recalled. “My boss ran back into the

SPURS 93, GRIZZLIES 89 (OT): SAN ANTONIO LEADS SERIES 2-0

sports office and said, ‘Harrison, you gotta go.’ So (photographer) Stan (Chase) and I were like the first ones on the scene for the big one that went through Moore and on to Tinker. We were pulling people out of storm cellars, putting people on plywood and moving them to the curb. It was crazy. “I remember in the days after, when we brought in all those trucks to the station, everybody was pulling up donating clothes. We were out there for days. It was kind of cathartic for all of us to do something.” Some estimates claim Monday’s tornado might have brought three times the devastation of the 1999 twister. “I can’t even fathom

that because what I saw that day was unimaginable,” Harrison said. Shortly after the May 3 tornado, Harrison left for Los Angeles to host a variety of television shows. In 2002, he was named host of the reality television dating show “The Bachelor,” which was followed by spin offs “The Bachelorette” in 2003 and “Bachelor Pad” in 2010. Harrison also has co-hosted the game show “You Deserve It,” preshow live events at the American Music Awards and Primetime Emmy Awards, and this September he will emcee the Miss America Pageant, which he has done the last four years. The 41-year-old Harrison was born in Dallas, at-

tended Oklahoma City University on a soccer scholarship and worked at Channel 9 from 1993-99. Despite being gone from Oklahoma for 14 years, Harrison frequently has returned to host various charity events and visit friends. “Oh, man. Some of the best days of my life were spent there,” Harrison said of living in Oklahoma. “It was the most important time of my life.” Before Tuesday night’s “Bachelor’s Funniest Moments” show aired, Harrison took to Twitter and asked his 250,000 followers to donate to Oklahoma tornado victims. Harrison also changed his avatar to a ribbon being used to show support to Oklahoma.

EASTERN CONFERENCE FINALS

Spurs hold off Grizzlies in OT Heat, Pacers are ready to go NBA

BY JEFF LATZKE AP Sports Writer

2013 NBA Draft Order

Draft June 27 At New York ABC Times Square Studio First Round 1. Cleveland 2. Orlando 3. Washington 4. Charlotte 5. Phoenix 6. New Orleans 7. Sacramento 8. Detroit 9. Minnesota 10. Portland 11. Philadelphia 12. Oklahoma City (from Toronto via Houston) 13. Dallas 14. Utah 15. Milwaukee 16. Boston 17. Atlanta 18. Atlanta (from Houston via Brooklyn) 19. Cleveland (from L.A. Lakers)

Thunder FROM PAGE 1C

certain qualifiers. Because the Thunder will receive the pick this year, it presents the team an opportunity to add to an elite core that includes Kevin Durant, Russell Westbrook and Serge Ibaka. More than that, the Thunder is now in position to bring in another young player to join promising prospects Reggie Jackson, Lamb and Perry Jones. Lamb was selected with the 12th overall pick last year. Other recent selections at No. 12 include Alec Burks, former Putnam City High Xavier Henry, Gerald Henderson, Jason

AP Basketball Writer

(x-if necessary) (Best-of-7)

SAN ANTONIO — Tony

Parker had 15 points and a career playoff-high 18 assists, Tim Duncan scored San Antonio’s first six points of overtime and the Spurs bounced back after squandering a 13-point lead in the fourth quarter to beat the Memphis Grizzlies 93-89 on Tuesday night. The Spurs took a 2-0 lead in the Western Conference Finals with Game 3 on Saturday in Memphis. Duncan opened the extra period with a layup, then made a tiebreaking putback on Parker’s missed jumper before making a runner that bounced high of the back iron and rattled in for a 91-87 lead with 1:08 to play. The Grizzlies had a chance to tie after Jerryd Bayless hit a jumper and Parker missed one of two free throws with 14.6 seconds left, but Bayless’ 3pointer from the left wing was off-target. Bayless and Mike Conley each had 18 points to lead Memphis. Duncan had 17 points and nine rebounds, missing most of the second half with foul trouble before coming up with the key baskets in overtime. Memphis stormed back from a 13-point deficit with a 15-2 run over the final 8 minutes of regulation to tie it at 85 on Conley’s runner in the lane with 18.2 seconds to play. The Grizzlies got the chance to pull even after Manu Ginobili was called for a flagrant foul for pulling down Tony Allen by his left arm on a

BY TIM REYNOLDS

CONFERENCE FINALS

MIAMI

Eastern Conference

MIAMI VS. INDIANA Wednesday, May 22: Indiana at Miami, 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 24: Indiana at Miami, 7:30 p.m. Sunday, May 26: Miami at Indiana, 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 28: Miami at Indiana, 7:30 p.m. x-Thursday, May 30: Indiana at Miami, 7:30 p.m. x-Saturday, June 1: Miami at Indiana, 7:30 p.m. x-Monday, June 3: Indiana at Miami, 7:30 p.m.

Western Conference

SAN ANTONIO 2, MEMPHIS 0 Sunday, May 19: San Antonio 105, Memphis

Memphis’ Marc Gasol shoots over the Spurs’ Tony Parker and Tim Duncan, right, during the second half of Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals. AP PHOTO

fast-break layup try. Allen hit both free throws and Memphis got possession, setting up Conley’s tying basket at the end of a string of seven straight Grizzlies points. But Memphis, which trailed by as much as 18 in the second half, could never pull ahead. Up until the final stretch, Parker had been in control for 2½ quarters. Parker kept San Antonio humming along after Duncan went to the bench with four fouls, the last three picked up within a span of 30 seconds, early in the third quarter. Parker provided the assist on the Spurs’ first seven baskets of the second half, an then scored the next two on midrange jumpers before getting pulled for a rest with a 72-54 lead. The Grizzlies mounted a 16-6 comeback while Parker was on the bench, getting as close as 78-70.

83 Tuesday, May 21: San Antonio 93, Memphis 89, OT Saturday, May 25: at Memphis, 8 p.m. Monday, May 27: at Memphis, 8 p.m. x-Wednesday, May 29: at San Antonio, 8 p.m. x-Friday, May 31: at Memphis, 8 p.m. x-Sunday, June 2: at San Antonio, 8 p.m.

Tuesday’s Game SPURS 93, GRIZZLIES 89, OT

MEMPHIS Prince ..... Randolph Gasol ...... Conley .... Allen....... Dooling... Pondextr Bayless .. Arthur .... Wroten... Leuer ......

FG FT Min M-A M-A

16:26 45:15 42:51 35:16 26:16 12:48 37:22 33:37 12:04 2:49 0:16

1-5 6-18 4-12 6-14 2-11 2-3 3-6 7-18 2-6 0-4 0-0

Reb O-T A PF PTS

0-0 2-2 1 3-8 7-18 3 4-4 3-14 4 4-6 1-4 4 4-4 4-8 3 0-0 0-1 0 0-0 1-9 1 3-4 0-3 3 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 1-1 0 0-0 0-0 0

1 2 5 4 2 0 2 2 4 0 0

Totals ..... 265:00 33-97 18-26 19-60 19 22

2 15 12 18 8 5 7 18 4 0 0

Percentages: FG .340, FT .692. 3-Point Goals: 5-17, .294 (Conley 2-5, Dooling 1-1, Pondexter 1-4, Bayless 1-5, Allen 0-1, Wroten 0-1). Team Rebounds: 9. Team Turnovers: 12 (13 PTS). Blocked Shots: 6 (Gasol 2, Randolph 2, Bayless, Conley). Turnovers: 10 (Randolph 4, Allen 2, Bayless, Conley, Gasol, Prince). Steals: 9 (Allen 2, Bayless 2, Conley 2, Arthur, Pondexter, Randolph). Technical Fouls: None. SAN ANTONIO Leonard ... Duncan .... Splitter.... Parker...... Green....... Diaw ........ Ginobili .... Joseph ..... Bonner..... Neal .........

FG FT Reb Min M-A M-A O-T A PF PTS

40:11 5-9 31:08 6-14 33:40 6-8 41:54 6-20 27:13 4-8 11:52 2-5 29:11 3-6 9:45 1-4 27:16 2-5 12:49 1-4

0-0 5-7 2-2 2-4 0-0 0-0 0-0 1-2 0-0 2-2

0-9 0 2-9 3 0-4 2 0-5 18 1-4 1 0-2 1 0-3 4 1-5 0 0-2 0 0-3 0

1 5 4 1 3 2 2 0 4 1

Totals....... 264:59 36-83 12-17 4-46 29 23

12 17 14 15 11 4 7 3 5 5

Percentages: FG .434, FT .706. 3-Point Goals: 9-25, .360 (Green 3-4, Leonard 2-5, Ginobili 1-3, Neal 1-3, Bonner 1-4, Parker 1-4, Diaw 0-1, Joseph 0-1). Team Rebounds: 9. Team Turnovers: 13 (18 PTS). Blocked Shots: 12 (Duncan 4, Green 3, Splitter 2, Bonner, Ginobili, Leonard). Turnovers: 13 (Duncan 3, Ginobili 2, Leonard 2, Parker 2, Splitter 2, Diaw, Green). Steals: 5 (Parker 3, Duncan 2). Technical Fouls: None. Flagrant Fouls: Ginobili, 0:26.1 fourth. Memphis ...................... 13 18 33 21 4 — 89 San Antonio ................. 15 31 30 9 8 — 93 A—18,581 (18,797). T—2:57. Officials—Scott Foster, Bill Kennedy, Bill Spooner.

20. Chicago 21. Utah (from Golden State via Brooklyn) 22. Brooklyn 23. Indiana 24. New York 25. L.A. Clippers 26. Minnesota (from Memphis via Houston) 27. Denver 28. San Antonio 29. Oklahoma City 30. Phoenix (from Miami via L.A. Lakers & Cleveland) Second Round 31. Cleveland (from Orlando ) 32. Oklahoma City (from Charlotte) 33. Cleveland 34. Houston (from Phoenix) 35. Philadelphia (from New Orleans) 36. Sacramento 37. Detroit 38. Washington 39. Portland (from Minnesota via Boston and Cleveland) 40. Portland 41. Memphis (from Toronto)

42. Philadelphia 43. Milwaukee 44. x-Dallas 45. Portland (from Boston) 46. Utah 47. Atlanta 48. y-L.A. Lakers 49. Chicago 50. Atlanta (from Houston) 51. Orlando (from Golden State Denver and New York) 52. Minnesota (from Brooklyn) 53. Indiana 54. Washington (from New York) 55. Memphis 56. Detroit (from L.A. Clippers) 57. Phoenix (fromDenver via L.A. Lakers) 58. San Antonio 59. Minnesota (from Oklahoma City) 60. Memphis (from Miami)

Thompson and Thaddeus Young. ESPN.com’s mock draft projects the Thunder to use the 12th pick on Steven Adams, a 7-foot center out of Pittsburgh. Other options could include Indiana center Cody Zeller, UCLA swingman Shabazz Muhammad and Duke power forward Mason Plumlee.

Whichever direction the Thunder decides to go, the team is guaranteed to add cheap labor that will walk into a pressure-free situation where he can develop into a contributor. The 12th overall pick earns roughly $2 million, which is a relatively inexpensive amount for a team that must pay top dollar for Durant and Westbrook.

x-This pick may be conveyed to the LA Lakers y-This pick may be conveyed to Dallas

— Dwyane Wade’s rookie season ended with a playoff loss to the Indiana Pacers. The next year, the Miami Heat were headed to the Eastern Conference Finals and certain that an NBA championship was in their sights. That’s when Wade learned a valuable lesson: Never take playoff chances for granted. Wade hurt his rib cage on a simple crossover dribble during that 2005 East title series, and the Heat’s season ended with a Game 7 home loss to Detroit. He’s been to the East finals three times since, prevailing in them all, and on Wednesday will look to take a first step toward a fourth conference championship when the Heat plays host to the Pacers in Game 1 of their playoff rematch from a year ago. “I know I’m blessed to be going to the Eastern

GAME 1

PACERS AT HEAT I When: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday I Where: AmericanAirlines Arena, Miami I TV: TNT (Cox 31/HD 730; Dish 138; DirecTV 245; UVerse 108/HD 1108)

Conference Finals for my fifth time,” Wade said. “But I would like a lot more in my career. It’s a good thing. We’ve been very successful in my tenure here. But I want more.” For the Pacers, this is pretty much uncharted waters. Only one current Pacers player has ever appeared in a conference-final game, and that was backup big man Ian Mahinmi, who played exactly 71 seconds in one game of the 2011 West title series without so much as taking

a shot. Nonetheless, the Pacers seem far from bothered by the fact that this stage is a new place for them. “There’s four teams left playing basketball in the NBA and this is something we’ve been looking forward to all year,” Pacers forward David West said. “We lost to this team in the second round last year, so we’ve already gotten a step farther this season.” Indiana took Miami to six games last season, leading the series 2-1 at one point, and left an impact on the Heat with words, actions and play. The series was always physical, at times bloody, and it took some superb efforts by Wade and James for Miami — which was without Chris Bosh for 5½ of those six games — to put the Pacers away. But if there’s one thing the Pacers and Heat agree upon, it’s that this series will be decided by execution, not intimidation.

SPORTS/SCOREBOARD

WEDNESDAY, MAY 22, 2013

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SOFTBALL

College Super Regionals

(Best-of-3) (x-if necessary) At Norman, Okla. Thursday, May 23 Texas A&M (42-16) vs. Oklahoma (50-4), 6 p.m. Friday, May 24 Oklahoma vs. Texas A&M, 3 p.m. x-Oklahoma vs. Texas A&M, 6 p.m. At Ann Arbor, Mich. Friday, May 24 Louisiana-Lafayette (46-13) vs. Michigan (48-10), 1 p.m. Saturday, May 25 Michigan vs. Louisiana-Lafayette, 11 a.m. x-Louisiana-Lafayette vs. Michigan, 2 p.m. At Tempe, Ariz. Saturday, May 25 Kentucky (41-19) vs. Arizona State (48-10), 9 p.m. Sunday, May 26 Arizona State vs. Kentucky, 4 p.m. x-Arizona State vs. Kentucky, 7 p.m. At Austin, Texas Friday, May 24 Florida State (33-25) vs. Texas (47-8), 7 p.m. Saturday, May 25 Texas vs. Florida State, 1 p.m. x-Florida State vs. Texas, 4 p.m. At Eugene, Ore. Saturday, May 25 Nebraska (43-13) vs. Oregon (49-9), 7 p.m. Sunday, May 26 Oregon vs. Nebraska, 2 p.m. x-Oregon vs. Nebraska, 5 p.m. At Columbia, Mo. Thursday, May 23 Washington (41-15) vs. Missouri (38-12), 8 p.m. Friday, May 24 Missouri vs. Washington, 5 p.m. x-Washington vs. Missouri, 8 p.m. At Knoxville, Tenn. Friday, May 24 Alabama (45-13) vs. Tennessee (47-10), 6 p.m. Saturday, May 25 Tennessee vs. Alabama, 4 p.m. x-Tennessee vs. Alabama, 7 p.m. At Gainesville, Fla. Saturday, May 25 UAB (40-17) vs. Florida (55-7), 11 a.m. Sunday, May 26 Florida vs. UAB, 11 a.m. x-UAB vs. Florida, 2 p.m. World Series May 30-June 5 ASA Hall of Fame Stadium, Oklahoma City

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Tuesday’s Results College Men Division II Championship

At Hershey, Pa. Second Round Team Scores 1. Barry .......................................284-288 — 572 2. Nova Southeastern.................292-290 — 282 3. Florida Southern.....................294-293 — 587 4. S. Carolina-Aiken ....................298-292 — 590 5. Lynn.........................................290-301 — 591 6. CSU-Monterey Bay .................291-303 — 594 7. CSU-Stanislaus.......................297-299 — 596 8. Central Oklahoma ................297-300 — 597 9. Columbus State ......................297-303 — 600 10. Missouri-St. Louis ................299-302 — 601 T15. Southwestern OSU ..........308-306 — 614 Top Individuals 138 — Rob Damschen, CSU-Stanislaus, 70-68 139 — Matt Atkins, S. Carolina-Aiken, 70-69 141 — Jimmy Kozikowski, Grand Canyon, 69-72; Marcus Segerstrom, Barry, 71-70; Adam Svensson, Barry, 68-73 Central Oklahoma 143 — Dillon Rust, 73-70 151 — Trevor Stafford, 73-78 152 — Chris Muriana, 75-77 154 — Eric Kline, 76-78 158 — Logan Waresback, 83-75 SWOSU 152 — Wouter MyBurgh, 77-75 153 — Jordan Hudson, 76-77 157 — Jake Duvall, 75-82; Vincent Stong, 80-77 160 — Tommy Stirling, 83-77

Women Division I Championship

At Univ. Georgia GC, Athens Team Scoring 1. USC.......................................................... 284 2. San Jose State........................................ 284 3. Duke.........................................................286 4. Alabama...................................................288 5. UCLA........................................................ 289 6. Purdue......................................................289 7. Stanford...................................................290 8. Oklahoma .............................................291 9. Arizona State.......................................... 293 10. Tulane.................................................... 295 22. Oklahoma State..................................303 Top Individuals 67 — Regan De Guzman, San Jose State 69 — Celine Boutier, Duke; Stephanie Meadow, Alabama 70 — Ally McDonald, Mississippi State; Annie Park, USC Oklahoma 71 — Emily Collins; Taylor Schmidt 74 — Kaitlyn Rohrback 75 — Chirapat Jao-Javanil; AC Tanguay Oklahoma State 74 — Julie Yang 75 — Jayde Panos 76 — Kelsey Vines 78 — Lauren Falley; Josephine Janson

Tour Schedule and Winners

Feb. 7-10 — AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am, Pebble Beach, Calif. (Brandt Snedeker) Feb. 14-17 — Northern Trust Open, Riviera CC, Los Angeles (John Merrick) Feb. 20-24 — WGC-Accenture Match Play Championship, Ritz-Carlton GC at Dove Mountain, Marana, Ariz. (Matt Kuchar) Feb. 28-March 3 — Honda Classic, PGA National GC, Palm Beach Gardens, Fla. (Michael Thompson) March 7-10 — WGC-Cadillac Championship, TPC Blue Monster at Doral, Doral, Fla. (Tiger Woods) March 7-10 — Puerto Rico Open, Trump International GC, Rio Grande, Puerto Rico (Scott Brown) March 14-17 — Tampa Bay Championship, Innisbrook Resort (Copperhead Course), Palm Harbor, Fla. (Kevin Streelman) March 21-24 — Arnold Palmer Invitational, Bay Hill Club & Lodge, Orlando, Fla. (Tiger Woods) March 28-31 — Shell Houston Open, Redstone GC (Tournament Course), Houston. (D.A. Points) April 4-7 — Valero Texas Open, TPC San Antonio (AT&T Oaks Course), San Antonio (Martin Laird) April 11-14 — Masters Tournament, Augusta National GC, Augusta, Ga. (Adam Scott) April 18-21 — RBC Heritage, Harbourtown GL, Hilton Head Island, S.C. (Graeme McDowell) April 25-28 — Zurich Classic, TPC Louisiana, New Orleans (Billy Horschel) May 2-5 — Wells Fargo Championship, Quail Hollow Club, Charlotte, N.C. May 9-12 — The Players Championship, TPC Sawgrass (Players Stadium Course), Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla (Tiger Woods) May 16-19 — HP Byron Nelson Championship, TPC Four Seasons Resort, Las Colinas, Texas. (Sang-Moon Bae) May 23-26 — Crowne Plaza Invitational at Colonial, Colonial CC, Fort Worth, Texas May 30-June 2— Memorial Tournament, Muirfield Village GC, Dublin, Ohio June 6-9 — FedEx St. Jude Classic, TPC Southwind, Memphis, Tenn. June 13-16 — U.S. Open, Merion GC, Ardmore, Pa. June 20-23 — Travelers Championship, TPC River Highlands, Hartford, Conn. June 27-30 — AT&T National, Congressional CC (Blue Course), Bethesda, Md. July 4-7 — The Greenbrier Classic, The Greenbrier (The Old White TPC), White Sulphur Springs, W.Va. July 11-14 — John Deere Classic, TPC Deere Run, Silvis, Ill. July 18-21 — The Open Championship, Muirfield, Gullane, Scotland July 18-21 — True South Classic, Annandale GC, Madison, Miss. July 25-28 — RBC Canadian Open, Glen Abbey GC, Oakville, Ontario

HOCKEY

NHL Playoffs Conference Semifinals (Best-of-7) (x-if necessary)

Eastern Conference

PITTSBURGH 2, OTTAWA 1 Tuesday, May 14: Pittsburgh 4, Ottawa 1 Friday, May 17: Pittsburgh 4, Ottawa 3 Sunday, May 19: Ottawa 2, Pittsburgh 1, OT Wednesday, May 22: at Ottawa. 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 24: at Pittsburgh, 6:30 p.m. x-Sunday, May 26: at Ottawa, TBD x-Tuesday, May 28: at Pittsburgh, TBD BOSTON 3, N.Y. RANGERS 0 Thursday, May 16: Boston 3, N.Y. Rangers 2, OT Sunday, May 19: Boston 5, N.Y. Rangers 2 Tuesday, May 21: Boston 2, N.Y. Rangers 1 Thursday, May 23: at N.Y. Rangers, 6 p.m. x-Saturday, May 25: at Boston TBD x-Monday, May 27: at N.Y. Rangers, TBD x-Wednesday, May 29: at Boston, TBD

Western Conference

DETROIT 2, CHICAGO 1 Wednesday, May 15: Chicago 4, Detroit 1 Saturday, May 18: Detroit 4, Chicago 1 Monday, May 20: Detroit 3, Chicago 1 Thursday, May 23: at Detroit, 7 p.m. Saturday, May 25: at Chicago, 7 p.m. x-Monday, May 27: at Detroit, TBD x-Wednesday, May 29: at Chicago, TBD LOS ANGELES 2, SAN JOSE 1 Tuesday, May 14: Los Angeles 2, San Jose 0 Thursday, May 16: Los Angeles 4, San Jose 3 Saturday, May 18: San Jose 2, Los Angeles 1, OT Tuesday, May 21: at San Jose Thursday, May 23: at Los Angeles, 9:30 p.m. x-Sunday, May 26: at San Jose, TBD x-Tuesday, May 28: at Los Angeles, TBD

AHL Playoffs Conference Semifinals Western Conference (Best-of-7) (x-if necessary) OKLAHOMA CITY 4, TEXAS 1 Thursday, May 9: Oklahoma City 2, Texas 1, OT Saturday, May 11: Texas 2, Oklahoma City 1 Monday, May 13: Oklahoma City 4, Texas 0 Wednesday, May 15: Oklahoma City 7, Texas 3 Thursday, May 16: Oklahoma City 5, Texas 1 GRAND RAPIDS 4, TORONTO 2 Friday, May 10: Grand Rapids 7, Toronto 0 Saturday, May 11: Toronto 4, Grand Rapids 2 Wednesday, May 15: Grand Rapids 5, Toronto 4 Friday, May 17: Grand Rapids 4, Toronto 1 Saturday, May 18: Toronto 4, Grand Rapids 1 Tuesday, May 21: Grand Rapids 4, Toronto 3

Eastern Conference

NAIA Championship

At Wilderness Ridge GC Lincoln, Neb. Par 72, Yards 5,978 Team Scoring 1. Embry-Riddle.............................................301 2. Lubbock Christian......................................304 3. CSU-San Marcos........................................310 4. Oklahoma City........................................ 310 5. British Columbia........................................312 Top Individuals 70 — Heather Wiquist, Embry-Riddle 75 — Geandra Almeida, Bethel, Ind.; Kylie Barros, British Columbia; Vanessa Chap, CSU-San Marcos; Elia Folch, OCU; Shelbye Hill, LCU; Bernandette Little, Lee; Sinae Montoya, LCU; Connie Pitenis, Embry-Riddle; Sunny Powers, Concordia, Oregon; Jessica Schiele, OCU Oklahoma City 78 — Taylor Howard 82 — Mary Larsh 84 — Tanya Tibshraeny

PROVIDENCE 3, WB/SCRANTON 3 Friday, May 10: Providence 8, WB/Scranton

Saturday, May 11: Providence 4, WB/ Scranton 2 Wednesday, May 15: Providence 2, WB/ Scranton 1, OT Friday, May 17: WB/Scranton 3, Providence 1 Saturday, May 18: WB/Scranton 4, Providence 0 Monday, May 20: WB/Scranton 2, Providence 1, OT Wednesday, May 22: at Providence, 6:05 p.m. SYRACUSE 4, SPRINGFIELD 0 Friday, May 10: Syracuse 5, Springfield 2 Saturday, May 11: Syracuse 5, Springfield 3 Wednesday, May 15: Syracuse 3, Springfield 0 Friday, May 17: Syracuse 5, Springfield 2

Conference Finals Western Conference

(Best-of-7) (x-if necessary) GRAND RAPIDS VS. OKLAHOMA CITY Friday, May 24: at Grand Rapids, 6 p.m. Saturday, May 25: at Grand Rapids, 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 29: at Oklahoma City, 7 p.m. Friday, May 31: at Oklahoma City, 7 p.m. x-Saturday, June 1: at Oklahoma City, 7 p.m. x-Tuesday, June 4: at Grand Rapids, 6 p.m. x-Wednesday, June 5: at Grand Rapids, 6 p.m.

TRANSACTIONS Tuesday’s Deals

BASEBALL Major League Baseball MLB—Suspended Milwaukee LHP Alan Williams (Huntsville-SL) 50 games following a second positive test for a drug of abuse under the Minor League Drug Prevention and Treatment Program. American League BALTIMORE ORIOLES—Reinstated RHP Miguel Gonzalez from the 15-day DL. Optioned RHP Jair Jurrjens to Norfolk (IL). CLEVELAND INDIANS—Placed 1B Nick Swisher on the paternity list. Recalled INF Cord Phelps from Columbus. DETROIT TIGERS—Recalled RHP Luke Putkonen from Toledo (IL). HOUSTON ASTROS—Named Larry Dierker special assistant to the president. LOS ANGELES ANGELS—Activated LHP Sean Burnett from the 15-day DL. Optioned RHP Ryan Brasier to Salt Lake (PCL). NEW YORK YANKEES—Announced SS Alberto Gonzalez cleared waivers and accepted an assignment to Scranton/Wilkes-Barre (IL). OAKLAND ATHLETICS—Sent 1B Daric Barton outright to Sacramento (PCL). TEXAS RANGERS—Activated C A.J. Pierzynski from the 15-day DL. Optioned RHP Josh Lindblom and C Robinson Chirinos to Round Rock (PCL). Purchased contract of LHP Neal Cotts from Round Rock. National League CHICAGO CUBS—Claimed RHP Eduardo Sanchez off waivers from St. Louis and assigned him to Iowa (PCL). Activated RHP Matt Garza from the 15-day DL. Designated RHP Michael Bowden for assignment. MIAMI MARLINS—Sent 1B Joe Mahoney on a rehab assignment to Jupiter (FSL). PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES—Placed C Carlos Ruiz on the 15-day DL, retroactive to May 20. Recalled RHP Tyler Cloyd from Lehigh Valley (IL). PITTSBURGH PIRATES—Activated RHP Jose Contreras from the bereavement list. Optioned RHP Jared Hughes to Indianapolis (IL). SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS—Placed RHP Santiago Casilla and RHP Ryan Vogelsong on the 15-day DL. Recalled RHP Sandy Rosario and 1B Brett Pill from Fresno (PCL). WASHINGTON NATIONALS—Placed RHP Ryan Mattheus on the 15-day DL, retroactive to May 20. Optioned OF Eury Perez to Syracuse (IL). Selected the contract of LHP Fernando Abad from Syracuse. Recalled RHP Yunesky Maya from Syracuse. American Association WINNIPEG GOLDEYES—Released RHP Chris Allen and RHP Dan Martony. Atlantic League LONG ISLAND DUCKS—Reinstate INF Josh Barfield to the active list. Placed OF Ben Broussard on the inactive list. Can-Am League NEW JERSEY JACKALS—Signed C Adison Gillett and released C Nick Hoffman. Frontier League LAKE ERIE CRUSHERS—Released RHP Matt Suschak. ROCKFORD AVIATORS—Signed OF Jake Luce and RHP Hayden Shirley. BASKETBALL National Basketball Association TORONTO RAPTORS—Announced president and general manager Bryan Colangelo will relinquish his duties as general manager. National Basketball Association LOS ANGELES SPARKS—Named Bridget Pettis assistant coach and Olaf Lange and Gail Goestenkors consultants. FOOTBALL NFL ARIZONA CARDINALS—Signed WR Charles Hawkins. Waived-injured WR Javone Lawson. ATLANTA FALCONS—Signed TE Levine Toilolo. CLEVELAND BROWNS—Re-signed RB Brandon Jackson to a one-year contract. Signed DB Jamoris Slaughter to a four-year contract and WR Michael Edwards and DB Kenronte Walker. Claimed RB Miguel Maysonet off waivers from Philadelphia. Waived DB Eric Hagg, LB Ryan Rau, RB Robbie Rouse and RB Jamaine Cook. MINNESOTA VIKINGS—Waived OT Mark Jackson. OAKLAND RAIDERS—Signed DB Charles Woodson. SAN DIEGO CHARGERS—Agreed to terms with T Max Starks on a one-year contract. Released T Kevin Haslam. SEATTLE SEAHAWKS—Waived QB Josh Portis. Canadian Football League B.C. LIONS—Agreed to terms with WR Emmanuel Arceneaux. HOCKEY National Hockey League MONTREAL CANADIENS—Signed D Magnus Nygren and F Sebastian Collberg. NASHVILLE PREDATORS—Fired associate coach Peter Horachek. NEW YORK ISLANDERS—Agreed to terms with F Chris Bruton on a one-year contract. MOTORSPORTS INDYCAR—Fined Graham Rahal’s team $10,000, Ryan Briscoe’s team $5,000 and Michel Jourdain Jr.’s team $1,000, after they failed post-qualifying inspection. COLLEGE GEORGIA—Announced the resignation of baseball coach David Perno. CARROLL (MONT.)—Named Carson Cunningham men’s basketball coach. HIGH POINT—Named Taylor Blakely director of marketing. MONTANA TECH—Named Charles Bradley athletic director. OHIO STATE—Named Beth Howe director of women’s basketball operations. TEXAS-TYLER—Named Jamon Coplenand men’s basketball coach.

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Surgery sidelines Romo Tony Romo hopes to return to practice next month after having a cyst recently removed from his back. And when he does, the Dallas Cowboys quarterback expects to have his teammates’ backs. “We were 8-8 the last couple of years,” Romo said Tuesday, the first day of the team’s organized team activities. “That doesn’t sit well with me. I don’t think I’m an 8-8 quarterback. I don’t think this organization is comfortable being 8-8. We’re going to do everything we can as coaches, players and in this building to change that. “I’m going to do everything I can to make sure that doesn’t happen again. That just sits there and eats at you. We make choices to do everything that we can to change that.” Romo, 33, will miss all of the OTAs after having a minor procedure last month. He began experiencing discomfort in his back, and, after having it examined, had the cyst removed by Dr. Drew Dossett, a spine consultant for the Cowboys. The stitches are out, and the area is healed, but the Cowboys are holding Romo out of the team’s voluntary practices as a precaution.

SAN FRANCISCO, HOUSTON GET SUPER BOWLS The 50th Super Bowl will be held in the San Francisco Bay Area. NFL owners voted for the 49ers’ new stadium as host of the 2016 game. That facility in Santa Clara, Calif., is due to open for the

2014 season. San Francisco beat out South Florida, which was stymied in its bid to stage an 11th Super Bowl when the Florida Legislature did not support financing to renovate Sun Life Stadium. The 2017 Super Bowl will be held in Houston, which also beat out Miami for that game. The only previous Super Bowl played in northern California was at Stanford Stadium in 1985. Houston hosted the 2004 Super Bowl.

DEL NEGRO OUT AS CLIPPERS’ COACH Blake Griffin will have a new coach next season. Vinny Del Negro is out as coach of the Los Angeles Clippers after a season in which the team won its first division title but lost in the first round of the playoffs. The team said he won’t be offered a contract when his current one expires at the end of June. He is just the second coach to leave the team with a winning record. Del Negro had a 128-102 regular-season record in three years with the team. The Clippers made the playoffs the last two seasons.

CHARLOTTE APPLIES TO CHANGE NAME TO HORNETS It’s official: The Charlotte Bobcats plan to be the Charlotte Hornets. The Bobcats formalized that intent at a news conference at Time Warner Cable Arena, featuring team owner Michael Jordan. As expected, the Bobcats wouldn’t be able to imple-

ment this change until the start of the 2014-15 season. The Bobcats formally requested permission to switch to the name of Charlotte’s first NBA team Tuesday afternoon. That request will come up for a vote of the other 29 team owners in July.

GARCIA APOLOGIZES FOR REMARK Sergio Garcia is apologizing for saying he would “serve fried chicken” while making a joke about having Tiger Woods over for dinner. The British newspaper Guardian reports Garcia said: “We will have him round every night. We will serve fried chicken.” The newspaper says Garcia released a statement through the European Tour: “I apologise for any offence that may have been caused by my comment. I answered a question that was clearly made towards me as a joke with a silly remark, but in no way was the comment meant in a racist manner.”

MURRAY OUT OF FRENCH OPEN Andy Murray withdrew from the French Open because of a chronic back injury and will now focus on preparing for the start of the grass-court season next month. The U.S. Open champion met with specialists this week after being forced to pull out of his second-round match against Marcel Granollers of Spain at the Italian Open. The French Open, the second Grand Slam tournament of the year, starts Sunday. FROM WIRE REPORTS

SPORTS

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MLB SCOREBOARD

AROUND THE MAJORS

American League W

Texas ................... Oakland ............... Seattle................. Los Angeles......... Houston...............

29 25 20 17 13

Cleveland............. Detroit ................. Kansas City ......... Chicago ................ Minnesota ...........

26 24 21 21 18

New York ............. Boston ................. Baltimore ............ Tampa Bay........... Toronto ................

28 27 24 24 18

17 22 25 27 33

.630 .532 .444 .386 .283

— 41⁄2 81⁄2 11 16

.591 .558 .500 .477 .429

— 11⁄2 4 5 7 GB

.622 .587 .533 .533 .400

— 11⁄2 4 4 10

AMERICAN LEAGUE Tuesday’s Games Detroit 5, Cleveland 1 Baltimore 3, N.Y. Yankees 2 (10) Tampa Bay 4, Toronto 3 Oakland 1, Texas 0 Chicago White Sox 3, Boston 1 Kansas City 7, Houston 3 Seattle at L.A. Angels Thursday’s Games Baltimore at Toronto, 6:07 p.m. Minnesota at Detroit, 6:08 p.m. Cleveland at Boston, 6:10 p.m. L.A. Angels at Kansas City, 7:10 p.m. Monday’s Results Cleveland 10, Seattle 8 (10) Toronto 7, Tampa Bay 5 N.Y. Yankees 6, Baltimore 4 (10) Oakland 9, Texas 2 Chicago White Sox 6, Boston 4 Houston 6, Kansas City 5 NATIONAL LEAGUE Tuesday’s Games Pittsburgh 5, Chicago Cubs 4 Cincinnati 4, N.Y. Mets 0 Philadelphia 7, Miami 3 Milwaukee 5, L.A. Dodgers 2 Colorado 5, Arizona 4 (10) St. Louis at San Diego Washington at San Francisco Thursday’s Games Chicago Cubs at Pittsburgh, 11:35 a.m. Monday’s Results Cincinnati 4, N.Y. Mets 3 Miami 5, Philadelphia 1 L.A. Dodgers 3, Milwaukee 1 Arizona 5, Colorado 1 San Diego 4, St. Louis 2 San Francisco 8, Washington 0 INTERLEAGUE Tuesday’s Game Atlanta 5, Minnesota 4 (10) Monday’s Results Atlanta 5, Minnesota 1 AMERICAN LEAGUE Tuesday’s Games ORIOLES 3, YANKEES 2 (10)

I Nate McLouth homered leading off the bottom of the 10th inning, Chris Dickerson hit a pair of solo shots and the Orioles snapped a six-game losing streak. NEW YORK

Gardnr cf Cano 2b V.Wells lf Hafner dh Overay 1b Grndrs rf DAdms 3b J.Nix ss AuRmn c Totals

BALTIMORE ab r h bi

4 1 1 0 4 0 0 0 4 1 1 0

4 4 4 4 4 3

0 0 0 0 0 0

2 0 0 1 0 0

2 0 0 0 0 0

35 2 5 2

ab r h bi

McLoth lf Machd 3b Markks rf A.Jones dh C.Davis 1b Wieters c Hardy ss Dickrsn cf YNavrr 2b

5 1 2 1 4 0 1 0 4 0 1 0

4 3 4 4 4 3

Totals

0 0 0 0 2 0

0 0 0 0 3 1

0 0 0 0 2 0

35 3 8 3

New York.................... 100 100 000 Baltimore ................... 001 010 000

0 1

— —

2 3

No outs when winning run scored. E—J.Nix (3). DP—New York 1. LOB—New York 3, Baltimore 7. 2B—Gardner (8), V.Wells (6). HR—McLouth (4), Dickerson 2 (3). New York

Hughes Logan Kelley Robertson Claiborne Nuno L,1-1

6 ⁄3 ⁄3 1 1 0

5 1 0 0 1 1

2 0 0 0 0 1

2 0 0 0 0 0

5 1 0 3 1 0

2 1

Baltimore

Gonzalez Hunter Johnson

7 2 1

5 0 0

2 0 0

0 0 0

5 1 0

Nuno pitched to 1 batter in the 10th. Umpires—Home, Eric Cooper; First, Paul Schrieber; Second, Chad Fairchild; Third, Jeff Kellogg. T—2:54. A—29,040 (45,971).

TIGERS 5, INDIANS 1

I Miguel Cabrera hit a two-run homer and Max Scherzer retired 22 straight batters after the first inning. DETROIT

Dirks cf-lf TrHntr rf MiCarr 3b Fielder 1b VMrtnz dh JhPerlt ss Tuiassp lf D.Kelly cf Avila c Infante 2b Totals

CLEVELAND ab r h bi

5 4 4 5 5 4 3 1 3 4

1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 1

2 1 1 1 3 1 0 0 0 2

2 0 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 0

38 5 11 5

ab r h bi

Bourn cf Kipnis 2b ACarer ss Brantly lf CSantn c MrRynl 1b Giambi dh Aviles 3b Stubbs rf

4 4 3 3 3 3 3 3 3

Totals

1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

2 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0

0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0

29 1 3 1

Detroit ............................ 000 003 002 Cleveland........................ 100 000 000

— —

5 1

LOB—Detroit 9, Cleveland 4. 2B—Tor.Hunter (13). HR—Dirks (5), Mi.Cabrera (12). SB—Bourn (6). SF—Brantley. Detroit

Scherzer W,6-0 Valverde Cleveland

Kluber L,3-3 Allen Huff Albers

8 1

2 0

1 0

7 0

61⁄3 11⁄3 1 ⁄3 2 ⁄3

8 0 2 1

3 0 2 0

— 1 5 1 7 ⁄2 121⁄2

L10

WCGB

3 0 2 0

0 1 1 1

8 4 1 1

— — 1 1 7

L10

Jnnngs cf Joyce rf RRorts 2b Zobrist 2b-rf Longori 3b Loney 1b Scott dh KJhnsn lf Fuld lf Loaton c YEscor ss Totals

4 3 1 4 4 4 4 3

1 0 0 0 2 0 0 1

1 2 0 1 2 2 1 1

1 0 0 0 0 0 2 1

0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 3 0 0 0

32 4 10 4

ab r h bi

MeCarr lf Bautist rf Encrnc 1b Lind dh Arencii c Lawrie 3b ClRsms cf Bonifac 2b DeRosa ph-2b Kawsk ss

4 3 3 4 4 4 4 2

0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0

0 2 1 0 0 0 2 0

0 1 0 0 0 0 1 0

2 0 0 0 3 1 1 0

Totals

33 3 6 2

Tampa Bay ..................... 022 000 000 Toronto ........................... 000 010 011

— —

4 3

E—R.Roberts (3), Longoria (4). DP—Tampa Bay 1, Toronto 4. LOB—Tampa Bay 4, Toronto 7. 2B—Longoria (14), Col.Rasmus (7). HR—Jennings (5), K.Johnson (8), Col.Rasmus (7). S— Fuld. Tampa Bay

Cobb W,5-2 McGee H,9 Jo.Peralta H,12 Rodney S,9-12 Toronto

R.Ortiz L,1-2 Loup E.Rogers Delabar Cecil

61⁄3 2 ⁄3 1 ⁄3 12⁄3

3 0 2 1

1 0 1 1

2 0 1 1

2 1 1 2

21⁄3 12⁄3 3 1 1

6 1 2 0 1

4 0 0 0 0

1 0 1 0 0

1 2 1 1 0

WP—Rodney. Umpires—Home, Dale Scott;First, CB Bucknor;Second, Todd Tichenor;Third, Clint Fagan. T—3:15. A—15,802 (49,282).

WHITE SOX 3, RED SOX 1

I Jose Quintana took a no-hitter into the seventh before David Ortiz broke it up with a one-

14-7 13-10 11-9 10-13 7-17

15-10 12-12 9-16 7-14 6-16

Home

Away

15-9 13-7 10-8 10-9 9-13

11-9 11-12 11-13 11-14 9-11

Home

Away

15-9 13-10 10-12 14-8 10-13

13-8 14-9 14-9 10-13 8-14

Arizona ................ San Francisco ...... Colorado .............. San Diego ............ Los Angeles.........

26 25 25 21 18

St. Louis .............. Cincinnati ............ Pittsburgh ........... Chicago ................ Milwaukee...........

28 28 27 18 18

Atlanta ................ Washington......... Philadelphia......... New York ............. Miami ..................

27 23 22 17 13

.565 .556 .543 .477 .409

— 1 ⁄2 1 4 7

.636 .609 .600 .409 .409

— 1 11⁄2 10 10

Ondrusek

BOSTON

New York

Ellsury cf JGoms lf Carp ph-lf Pedroia 2b D.Ortiz dh Napoli 1b Nava rf Mdlrks 3b Drew ss Sltlmch c Totals

CHICAGO ab r h bi

3 3 1 4 4 4 3 4 3 2

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1

1 0 0 0 1 1 1 0 0 0

0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0

31 1 4 1

ab r h bi

De Aza cf AlRmrz ss Rios rf Konerk 1b A.Dunn dh Viciedo lf C.Wells lf Kppngr 3b Flowrs c Greene 2b

3 4 4 2 4 3 0 3 3 3

Totals

0 1 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0

0 2 2 0 0 1 0 1 1 0

0 0 1 0 0 0 0 2 0 0

29 3 7 3

Boston ............................ 000 000 010 Chicago ........................... 000 020 01x

— —

1 3

E—Al.Ramirez (7). DP—Boston 2, Chicago 1. LOB—Boston 6, Chicago 5. 2B—Rios (11), Flowers (5). HR—Keppinger (1). Boston

Doubront L,3-2 A.Wilson A.Miller Chicago

Quintana W,3-1 Crain H,14 Thornton Lindstrom H,6 A.Reed S,16-17

6 12⁄3 1 ⁄3

5 2 0

2 1 0

3 1 1

61⁄3 2 ⁄3 0 1 1

3 0 1 0 0

0 0 1 0 0

2 0 1 0 0

5 2 0 0 1

Thornton pitched to 2 batters in the 8th. WP—Lindstrom. Umpires—Home, Chris Conroy;First, Mike DiMuro;Second, Ted Barrett;Third, Alfonso Marquez. T—2:45. A—21,984 (40,615).

ATHLETICS 1, RANGERS 0

I Rookie right-hander Dan Straily pitched seven scoreless innings and Yoenis Cespedes homered as the Athletics won their fifth straight game. OAKLAND

Jaso c Lowrie dh Montz ph-dh Cespds lf Moss 1b Dnldsn 3b S.Smith rf CYoung cf Sogard 2b Rosales ss Totals

TEXAS ab r h bi

5 2 2 5 3 2 3 4 3 4

0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0

2 1 1 1 0 0 1 0 1 0

0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0

33 1 7 1

ab r h bi

Andrus ss DvMrp lf Brkmn dh Beltre 3b N.Cruz rf Morlnd 1b Gentry cf Przyns c Profar 2b

4 4 3 3 3 3 3 3 3

Totals

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

29 0 3 0

Oakland .......................... 001 000 000 Texas............................... 000 000 000

— —

1 0

E—Andrus (2). DP—Texas 2. LOB—Oakland 11, Texas 2. 2B—Jaso (5). HR—Cespedes (9). CS— Profar (1). IP

7 1 1

2 1 0

0 0 0

5 2 1

6 2 ⁄3 1 1 ⁄3 1

5 2 0 0

1 0 0 0

3 0 1 0

5 1 2 1

Oakland

Straily W,2-2 Doolittle H,8 Balfour S,9-9 Texas

Darvish L,7-2 R.Ross Scheppers Cotts

HBP—by Darvish (Lowrie), by Scheppers (Moss). PB—Pierzynski. Umpires—Home, Bob Davidson;First, Lance Barrett;Second, Tim McClelland;Third, Marvin Hudson. T—2:53. A—42,510 (48,114).

ROYALS 7, ASTROS 3

I Mike Moustakas tied it with an RBI single before George Kottaras scored the go-ahead run on a bases-loaded walk in a four-run eighth inning. KANSAS CITY

HOUSTON ab r h bi

Lough rf EJhnsn ss-2b AGordn lf Butler dh

5 5 4 4

0 1 1 0

1 2 3 2

1 0 0 0

Francr pr-dh Hosmer 1b L.Cain cf Mostks 3b Kottars c Getz 2b AEscor ph-ss

1 5 3 4 2 2 2

1 2 0 2 0 0 0

0 2 1 1 0 0 1

0 0 0 1 1 0 2

Totals

37 7 13 5

ab r h bi

Grssmn cf-lf Altuve 2b JCastro c JMrtnz lf BBarns pr-cf Crowe ph Carter 1b C.Pena dh Pareds rf Dmngz 3b MGnzlz ss Totals

4 5 4 3

0 0 0 1

1 0 0 2

0 0 0 0

0 1 3 4 3 4 3

0 0 0 1 1 0 0

0 0 0 1 3 2 1

0 0 0 0 3 0 0

34 3 10 3

Kansas City.................... 000 000 241 Houston.......................... 000 300 000

— —

7 3

E—A.Escobar (7), Hosmer (3), Ma.Gonzalez (5). DP—Kansas City 2, Houston 1. LOB—Kansas City 7, Houston 10. 2B—J.Martinez (8). HR—Paredes (1). SB—E.Johnson 2 (6). CS—A.Gordon (1), B.Barnes (3). IP

5 1 1 1 1

8 1 1 0 0

3 0 0 0 0

4 0 1 0 1

6 0 0 1 3

6 ⁄3 1 ⁄3 0 2

5 2 3 1 2

0 2 2 1 2

0 2 2 1 0

2 0 1 0 1

2 1 1 0 5

Kansas City

B.Norris Blackley H,6 Clemens L,1-2 H,4 W.Wright Cisnero BS,1-1

Clemens pitched to 2 batters in the 8th. W.Wright pitched to 1 batter in the 8th. W.Davis pitched to 2 batters in the 6th. B.Chen pitched to 1 batter in the 8th. PB—J.Castro 2. Umpires—Home, Jim Reynolds;First, James Hoye;Second, John Hirschbeck;Third, John Tumpane. T—3:45. A—12,302 (42,060).

NATIONAL LEAGUE Tuesday’s Games REDS 4, METS 0

I Mike Leake pitched three-hit ball for seven sharp innings and the Reds won for the ninth time in 11 games. CINCINNATI

DRonsn cf Cozart ss Votto 1b Phillips 2b Bruce rf Frazier 3b Lutz lf Mesorc c Leake p LeCure p Hannhn ph Ondrsk p Totals

NEW YORK ab r h bi

5 0 0 0 5 0 1 0

3 4 3 4 4 3 3 0 1 0

1 1 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0

1 1 0 2 1 1 0 0 0 0

0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0

35 4 7 2

ab r h bi

DnMrp 2b Baxter rf DWrght 3b Duda lf Ankiel cf Buck c I.Davis 1b RTejad ss Niese p Hwkns p Rice p Vldspn ph McHgh p

4 0 1 0 3 0 0 0

4 3 4 4 3 2 1 0 0 1 0

Totals

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

29 0 3 0

Cincinnati....................... 300 000 001 New York........................ 000 000 000

— —

4 0

E—D.Wright (4). LOB—Cincinnati 7, New York 6. 2B—Frazier (9), Duda (7), Buck (4). HR—Mesoraco (2). S—Niese. Cincinnati

Leake W,4-2 LeCure H,6

7 1

3 0

0 0

2 1

4 1

Niese L,3-5 Hawkins Rice McHugh

.600 .511 .478 .395 .283

— 4 51⁄2 9 141⁄2

6 1 1 1

5 1 0 1

3 0 0 1

0 0 0 1

3 0 0 0

7 1 2 1

Umpires—Home, Ron Kulpa;First, Chris Guccione;Second, Phil Cuzzi;Third, Tom Hallion. T—2:42. A—23,183 (41,922).

PHILLIES 7, MARLINS 3

I Delmon Young homered and Ryan Howard added three hits and three RBIs. PHILADELPHIA

Rollins ss Revere cf MYong 3b Howard 1b L.Nix pr-1b DYong rf Mayrry rf DBrwn lf Galvis 2b Kratz c Cloyd p Bastrd p Frndsn ph Rosnrg p Totals

MIAMI ab r h bi

6 5 5 5 0 4 1 5 5 3 3 0 1 0

1 2 1 2 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

2 3 1 3 0 2 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0

0 0 0 3 0 2 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0

43 7 15 7

ab r h bi

Pierre lf Hchvrr ss Dietrch 2b Ozuna rf Coghln cf Dobbs 1b Polanc 3b Brantly c Frnndz p JBrown ph Below p Webb p Olivo ph LeBlnc p ARams p Ruggin ph

5 4 3 4 3 4 4 4 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 1

Totals

0 0 0 0 0 0 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

2 0 0 1 1 1 2 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1

1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1

34 3 10 3

Philadelphia................... 000 101 410 Miami.............................. 000 010 101

— —

7 3

E—Hechavarria (2). DP—Philadelphia 2. LOB— Philadelphia 12, Miami 7. 2B—Revere (3), D.Young (4), D.Brown (6), Polanco (6), Ruggiano (8). 3B—Coghlan (2). HR—D.Young (2). SB—Dietrich (1), Dobbs (1). SF—J.Brown. IP Philadelphia

Cloyd W,1-0 Bastardo Rosenberg

7 1 1

Miami

Fernandez Below L,0-1 Webb LeBlanc A.Ramos

5 1 1 1 1

8 0 2 5 4 3 3 0

2 0 1

1 3 2 1 0

2 0 0

1 3 2 1 0

5 2 0

1 1 1 0 0

2 1 2 0 0

Below pitched to 2 batters in the 7th. WP—Webb. PB—Brantly. Umpires—Home, Joe West;First, Andy Fletcher;Second, Rob Drake;Third, Sam Holbrook. T—3:01. A—13,996 (37,442).

PIRATES 5, CUBS 4

I Travis Snider hit a pinch-hit grand slam during a five-run sixth and the Pirates spoiled a strong return to the mound for Matt Garza. CHICAGO

Borbon cf SCastro ss Rizzo 1b ASorin lf Hairstn rf Camp p Marml p DeJess ph Gregg p Castillo c Ransm 3b Valuen ph Barney 2b

ab r h bi

4 5 5 4 3 0 0 1 0 4 3 1 4

0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 2

0 1 0 2 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 4

0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1

Garza p HRndn p

2 0 1 2 0 0 0 0

Russell p Sweeny rf

0 0 0 0 2 0 1 0

Totals

38 4 11 4

PITTSBURGH ab r h bi

Tabata lf JuWlsn p Melncn p Inge ph Grilli p Walker 2b McCtch cf GJones rf SMarte lf RMartn c PAlvrz 3b GSnchz 1b Barmes ss Snider ph-rf WRdrg p Mercer ph-ss

4 0 0 1 0 2 4 3 1 3 3 3 2

0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 1 1 0 0

1 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 1 0 0 0 1

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0

2 1 1 4 1 0 0 0 2 0 2 0

Totals

31 5 8 5

Chicago ........................... 030 000 001 Pittsburgh...................... 000 005 00x

— —

4 5

E—A.Soriano (3). LOB—Chicago 8, Pittsburgh 9. 2B—Garza (1), Walker (3), Mercer (3). 3B— Barney (1). HR—Snider (2). CS—S.Marte (5). S— W.Rodriguez. Chicago

Garza H.Rondon H,1 Russell L,1-1 Camp BS,3-3 Marmol Gregg

5 ⁄3 0 2 ⁄3 1 1

1 2 0 3 1 1

0 3 1 1 0 0

3 1 1 1 0 0

5 0 0 0 0 0

6 1 1 1

6 2 1 2

3 0 0 1

0 0 0 1

5 1 2 1

Pittsburgh

W.Rodriguez W,5-2 Ju.Wilson H,4 Melancon H,16 Grilli S,18-18

Russell pitched to 1 batter in the 6th. WP—Garza. Umpires—Home, Tim Timmons;First, Mike Winters;Second, Mark Wegner;Third, Laz Diaz. T—3:23. A—16,092 (38,362).

BREWERS 5, DODGERS 2

I Carlos Gomez hit a go-ahead two-run double, Jonathan Lucroy had three hits and an RBI and five Milwaukee relievers combined for five scoreless innings. LOS ANGELES

Crwfrd lf Punto 3b AdGnzl 1b Kemp cf Ethier rf A.Ellis c Schmkr 2b VnSlyk ph DGordn ss Greink p Guerrir p Belisari p M.Ellis ph Guerra p

Totals

MILWAUKEE ab r h bi

4 4 4 5 3 4 4 1 3 3 0 0 1 0

0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0

1 1 1 1 1 0 2 0 0 2 0 0 1 0

0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0

36 2 10 2

ab r h bi

Aoki rf Segura ss Braun lf ArRmr 3b Lucroy c CGomz cf YBtncr 1b Bianchi 2b Burgos p Fiers p LSchfr ph McGnzl p Weeks ph Axford p Kintzlr p AlGnzlz ph Hndrsn p

3 4 3 3 4 4 4 4 0 0 0 0 1 0 0

0 1 2 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

1 1 1 2 3 1 1 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

0 0 1 0 1 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Totals

31 5 12 5

Los Angeles ................... 000 200 000 Milwaukee ..................... 100 040 00x

— —

2 5

DP—Los Angeles 1. LOB—Los Angeles 14, Milwaukee 7. 2B—C.Gomez (12). 3B—Segura (5). CS—Bianchi (1). S—Punto, Burgos, Fiers. Los Angeles

Greinke L,2-1 Guerrier Belisario Guerra Milwaukee

Burgos Fiers W,1-2 Mic.Gonzalez H,3 Axford H,7 Kintzler H,7 Henderson S,9-9

4 2 1 1

9 2 1 0

5 0 0 0

3 0 0 0

1 2 0 1

31⁄3 12⁄3 1 1 1 1

6 2 0 0 1 1

2 0 0 0 0 0

4 0 0 0 0 1

3 1 2 1 0 3

Greinke pitched to 5 batters in the 5th. HBP—by Axford (Ethier). WP—Fiers. Umpires—Home, Wally Bell;First, Manny Gonzalez;Second, Tony Randazzo;Third, Dan Bellino. T—3:36. A—26,384 (41,900).

ROCKIES 5 DIAMONDBACKS 4 (10)

— 2 21⁄2 1 5 ⁄2 81⁄2

L10

Str

5-5 5-5 6-4 5-5 5-5

WCGB

— — — 81⁄2 81⁄2

East Division

Pct

18 22 24 26 33

WCGB

Central Division

Pct

16 18 18 26 26

West Division

Pct

20 20 21 23 26

out broken-bat single.

Houston

ab r h bi

Str

L-1 L-2 W-1 W-1 L-1

Away

AMERICAN LEAGUE Wednesday’s Games Oakland (Parker 2-5) at Texas (Wolf 0-0), 1:05 p.m. Tampa Bay (Hellickson 2-2) at Toronto (Buehrle 1-3), 3:37 p.m. Detroit (Verlander 4-4) at Cleveland (U.Jimenez 3-2), 6:05 p.m. N.Y. Yankees (Kuroda 6-2) at Baltimore (Hammel 5-2), 6:05 p.m. Seattle (Maurer 2-5) at L.A. Angels (C.Wilson 3-3), 6:05 p.m. Boston (Buchholz 6-0) at Chicago White Sox (H.Santiago 1-2), 7:10 p.m. Kansas City (Shields 2-4) at Houston (Lyles 1-1), 7:10 p.m. NATIONAL LEAGUE Wednesday’s Games Cincinnati (Latos 4-0) at N.Y. Mets (Harvey 5-0), 12:10 p.m. L.A. Dodgers (Ryu 4-2) at Milwaukee (W.Peralta 3-4), 12:10 p.m. Arizona (Cahill 3-4) at Colorado (J.De La Rosa 5-3), 2:10 p.m. Washington (G.Gonzalez 3-2) at San Francisco (Bumgarner 4-2), 2:45 p.m. Chicago Cubs (Samardzija 2-5) at Pittsburgh (Liriano 2-0), 6:05 p.m. Philadelphia (Lee 4-2) at Miami (Slowey 1-4), 6:10 p.m. St. Louis (Lyons 0-0) at San Diego (B.Smith 0-0), 9:10 p.m. INTERLEAGUE Wednesday’s Games Minnesota (Worley 1-4) at Atlanta (Maholm 5-4), 11:10 a.m.

RAYS 4, BLUE JAYS 3

TORONTO

L-1 W-1 W-1 W-2 L-7

6-4 5-5 3-7 7-3 5-5

W.Davis J.Gutierrez B.Chen W,3-0 Crow H,8 G.Holland

TAMPA BAY

Str

7-3 4-6 3-7 7-3 2-8

HBP—by Valverde (A.Cabrera). Umpires—Home, Mike Everitt; First, Marty Foster; Second, Scott Barry; Third, Tim Welke. T—3:09. A—17,374 (42,241).

I Kelly Johnson and Desmond Jennings homered, as Alex Cobb won for the first time in three starts.

Home

L-2 W-5 L-4 W-2 L-1

L10

— — 21⁄2 31⁄2 51⁄2

WCGB

Str

6-4 7-3 4-6 5-5 3-7

East Division

Pct

17 19 21 21 27

WCGB

Central Division

Pct

18 19 21 23 24

National League

West Division

Pct

L10

6-4 8-2 8-2 5-5 3-7

WCGB

— 4 51⁄2 9 141⁄2

L10

6-4 3-7 6-4 3-7 2-8

Home

Away

L-1 W-1 W-1 W-3 L-1

12-11 16-7 15-9 13-10 11-13

14-9 9-13 10-12 8-13 7-13

Str

Home

Away

L-1 W-2 W-2 L-2 W-1

14-8 16-6 16-9 10-14 11-12

Str

Home

W-5 L-3 W-1 L-2 L-1

14-8 12-12 11-9 8-12 7-14 Away

14-5 12-9 11-12 9-14 7-17

13-13 11-13 11-12 8-12 6-16

Rangers call up Cotts, skip Tepesch Left-hander Neal Cotts is back in the major leagues for the first time since ligament replacement surgery four years ago. The Texas Rangers purchased the reliever’s contract Tuesday from Triple-A Round Rock, where he was 3-1 with a 0.78 ERA in 15 games. The 33-year-old left-hander had 42 strikeouts and five walks in 23 innings. “His numbers are pretty good in Triple-A. I’ve seen Neal Cotts. I’m glad he’s healthy,” manager Ron Washington said. “He’s pitched in the World Series. He’s a major league pitcher.” Texas also activated catcher A.J. Pierzynski from the 15-day disabled list. He was in the starting lineup, catching for Yu Darvish, after being out since May 6 with a strained right oblique muscle. Cotts and Pierzynski were teammates for two seasons with the Chicago White Sox, including the 2005 World Series championship team. Cotts pitched in all four of those World Series games against Houston. Right-hander Josh Lindblom, Monday night’s starter, and catcher Robinson Chirinos were optioned to Round Rock. The Rangers also said that they would skip rookie’s Nick Tepesch’s scheduled start Wednesday. Tepesch (3-4, 3.98 ERA) has a blister on his right middle finger. The Rangers plan to bring Ross Wolf up from Triple-A to start the series finale against the A’s, and will have to make a corresponding move before the game to clear a roster spot. Wolf’s last major league appearance was in 2010.

WHITE SOX SCRATCH SALE FROM START Texas’ Craig Gentry, bottom, cannot catch a home run hit by Oakland’s Yoenis Cespedes on Tuesday. AP PHOTO I Wilin Rosario drove in Carlos Gonzalez with a one-out single in the 10th inning to lift the Rockies after they squandered a late four-run lead. ARIZONA

GParra cf Gregrs ss Gldsch 1b ErChvz 3b C.Ross rf Kubel lf Prado 2b MMntr c Kenndy p JoWilsn ph Sipp p Ziegler p Pollock ph DHrndz p MtRynl p Totals

COLORADO ab r h bi

4 5 3 5 4 4 4 4 2 0 0 0 1 0 0

0 0 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

0 0 0 1 0 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0

0 0 0 0 0 2 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

36 4 5 4

ab r h bi

Fowler cf Blckmn rf CGnzlz lf Tlwtzk ss WRosr c Pachec 1b Arenad 3b LeMahi 2b EYong pr JHerrr 2b Chacin p Outmn p Belisle p Brothrs p Helton ph RBtncr p WLopez p

5 5 5 4 4 4 4 4 0 0 2 0 0 0 1 0 0

Totals

Arizona ....................... 000 000 400 Colorado ..................... 021 100 000

0 0 1 2 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

0 0 1 2 2 0 1 3 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0

0 0 0 1 1 0 1 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

38 5 10 5

0 1

— —

4 5

One out when winning run scored. E—Gregorius (3), Pacheco (1), Blackmon (1). DP—Colorado 1. LOB—Arizona 7, Colorado 8. 2B— Kubel (3), Kennedy (2), C.Gonzalez (12), Tulowitzki (11), LeMahieu 2 (2). HR—Tulowitzki (9). S—Chacin. IP

6 1 1 1

7 0 0 1

4 0 0 0

3 0 0 0

0 0 0 0

6 1 1 0

⁄3

61⁄3 2 ⁄3 1 1 0 1

3 1 1 0 0 0

4 0 0 0 0 0

3 0 0 0 0 0

3 1 0 1 0 0

2 2 1 1 0 0

Arizona

Kennedy Sipp Ziegler D.Hernandez Mat.Reynolds L,0-2 Colorado

Chacin Outman Belisle Brothers R.Betancourt W.Lopez W,1-1

HBP—by Kennedy (W.Rosario). Umpires—Home, Adrian Johnson;First, Dana DeMuth;Second, Doug Eddings;Third, Angel Hernandez. T—3:07. A—27,096 (50,398).

Monday’s Late Game PADRES 4, CARDINALS 2

ST. LOUIS

MCrpnt 2b

SAN DIEGO

ab r h bi

3 0 0 0

Beltran rf Hollidy lf Craig 1b YMolin c Jay cf Wggntn 3b Kozma ss

4 4 4 3 4 2 1

1 0 0 1 0 0 0

1 1 0 0 2 0 0

0 0 0 0 0 0 0

SMiller p Salas p MAdms ph Boggs p

2 0 1 0

0 0 0 0

Totals

28 2 4 0

ab r h bi

EvCarr ss Venale cf-rf Headly 3b Quentin lf Grgrsn p Street p Alonso 1b Gyorko 2b Denorfi rf-lf JoBakr c Marqus p Guzmn ph Thayer p Thtchr p Amarst cf

3 1 2 0

Totals

4 4 3 0 0 4 3

1 0 1 0 0 0 1

1 1 0 0 0 0 0

4 3 2 0 0 0 0

0 0 0 0 0 0 0

3 0 0 0 0 0 0

1 0 0 1 0 0 0

30 4 7 4

St. Louis ......................... 011 000 000 San Diego....................... 100 002 10x

— —

2 4

E—Headley (1). DP—San Diego 3. LOB—St. Louis 4, San Diego 7. 2B—Beltran (5). 3B—Ev.Cabrera (4). HR—Venable (7). SB—Denorfia (5). CS—Wigginton (1). St. Louis

S.Miller L,5-3 Salas BS,2-2 Boggs

5 ⁄3 1 ⁄3 2

5 1 1

3 0 1

3 1 0

5 0 0

6 ⁄3 ⁄3 2 ⁄3 1

3 1 0 0 0

2 0 0 0 0

1 0 0 0 0

4 1 0 0 0

3 0 0 0 0

San Diego

Marquis W,6-2 Thayer H,8 Thatcher H,5 Gregerson H,10 Street S,11-12

2 2

HBP—by Salas (Guzman). Umpires—Home, Bill Miller;First, Ed Hickox;Second, Jim Joyce;Third, Cory Blaser. T—2:46. A—18,763 (42,524).

INTERLEAGUE Tuesday’s Game BRAVES 5, TWINS 4 (10)

Carroll 2b Mauer c Wlngh lf Dozier pr WRmrz lf Mornea 1b Plouffe 3b EEscor 3b Doumit rf Hicks cf Flormn ss Pelfrey p Swarzk p Arcia ph Fien p Burton p Parmel ph Perkins p Dunsng p Totals

5 4 3 0 1 4 4 0 5 5 4 1 1 1 0

0 2 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

0 2 1 0 0 2 1 0 2 0 2 0 0 0 0

0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0

0 1 0 0

0 0 0 0

39 4 10 4

Pelfrey Swarzak Fien Burton H,9 Perkins BS,1-9 Duensing L,0-1 Atlanta

T.Hudson Varvaro H,1 Avilan H,6 Gearrin BS,1-2 D.Carpenter Kimbrel W,1-1

5 5 4 5 4 4 2 0 0 0 1 0 4 2 0

0 2 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0

0 2 0 2 3 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 2 0 0

0 0 0 2 2 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0

2 0 0 0

Totals

38 5 10 5

0 1

— —

4 5

2 4 1 1 1 2 ⁄3

4 3 0 0 1 2

2 1 0 0 1 1

1 0 0 0 0 1

1 3 2 2 2 0

5 2 ⁄3 2 ⁄3 1 1

5 1 1 2 1 0

2 0 2 0 0 0

0 0 1 0 1 0

5 3 0 0 2 1

REDHAWKS NOTEBOOK

RedHawks 15, Fresno 2 The Oklahoma City RedHawks scored 10 runs in the eighth inning of a 15-2 rout of the Fresno Grizzlies on Tuesday afternoon at Chukchansi Park in Fresno, Calif. The RedHawks finished with 13 hits, including six for extra bases. And three RedHawks pitchers combined to allow six hits and two runs with nine strikeouts.

AT THE PLATE Third baseman Brett Wallace led the RedHawks’ offense with a grand slam in the eighth inning. He had two hits and five RBIs. Marc Krauss added a two-run homer. Brandon Laird had three hits, and Fernando Martinez scored three runs.

ON THE MOUND RedHawks starter Brett Oberholtzer (3-3) retired 12 of the first 13 hitters he faced, allowing just a first-inning single. He worked seven innings, allowing three hits while striking out nine.

LATE FRIDAY The Grizzlies smacked four home runs to power an offensive surge in a 10-3 win over the RedHawks late Friday night. Martinez hit his first home run of the season in a losing effort.

UP NEXT The RedHawks and Grizzlies play Game 3 of a fourgame series at 9:05 p.m. Friday. OKC right-hander Ross Seaton (0-4, 9.32 ERA) will face Grizzlies righty Shane Loux (4-1, 3.68). FROM STAFF REPORTS

PCL SCOREBOARD

HBP—by T.Hudson (Morneau), by Kimbrel (Plouffe). WP—Varvaro. PB—McCann. Umpires—Home, Paul Nauert;First, Fieldin Culbreth;Second, Brian O’Nora;Third, Bill Welke. T—3:25 (Rain delay: 1:16). A—28,663 (49,586).

L Pct. GB

Memphis (Cardinals)............... 22 Omaha (Royals)....................... 22 Iowa (Cubs) ............................. 18 Nashville (Brewers) ................ 12 South Division

21 21 24 30

OKC (Astros) .......................... Round Rock (Rangers) ............ Albuquerque (Dodgers) .......... New Orleans (Marlins) ...........

18 21 22 24

26 24 23 18

.512 — .512 — .429 4 .286 10

L Pct. GB

.591 — .533 21⁄2 .511 31⁄2 .429 7

Lin cf Wates rf Clark c Totals

North Division

Tacoma (Mariners)................ 27 Colorado Springs (Rockies)... 25 Salt Lake (Angels) ................ 23 Reno (Diamondbacks)........... 17 South Division

.600 — .581 1 .500 41⁄2 .370 101⁄2

L Pct. GB

Sacramento (Athletics) .......... 25 19 .568 — Fresno (Giants) ....................... 26 20 .565 — Tucson (Padres) ...................... 24 21 .533 11⁄2 Las Vegas (Mets).................... 20 23 .465 41⁄2 Tuesday’s Games Salt Lake 10, Memphis 3 Iowa 2, Las Vegas 1, 1st game Iowa 6, Las Vegas 5, 2nd game Oklahoma City 15, Fresno 2 Tucson 5, Omaha 2 (10) Round Rock 6, Reno 0 Albuquerque 7, Colorado Springs 3 Nashville at Tacoma New Orleans at Sacramento Wednesday’s Games Las Vegas at Iowa, 12:05 p.m. New Orleans at Sacramento, 2:05 p.m. Tucson at Omaha, 6:35 p.m. Reno at Round Rock, 7:05 p.m. Colorado Springs at Albuquerque, 7:35 p.m. Memphis at Salt Lake, 7:35 p.m. Nashville at Tacoma, 9 p.m. Oklahoma City at Fresno, 9:05 p.m. Monday’s Results Omaha 11, Tucson 8 Las Vegas at Iowa, ppd., rain Round Rock 4, Reno 0 Albuquerque 7, Colorado Springs 3 Salt Lake 5, Memphis 4 Tacoma 5, Nashville 2 Sacramento 3, New Orleans 2 Fresno 10, Oklahoma City 3

Tuesday’s Game REDHAWKS 15, GRIZZLIES 2 OKC

5 5 6 6 4 4

r h bi

1 2 2 2 3 2

2 1 2 3 1 1

1 1 5 1 1 2

E — Laird (1), Perez 2(7), Runzler (1). LOB — OKC 7, Fresno 6. DP — OKC 1. 2B — Wallace (8), Laird (10), Martinez (3), Clark (5), Sanchez 2(3), Dominguez (4). HR — Krauss (8), Wallace (7). SB — Wates (3). CS — Elmore (4).

IP H R ER BB SO

ab r h bi

Perez ss Brown cf Peguero rf Domingz 1b Sanchez dh Gillespie lf

400 300 401 411 413 301

Oberholtzer W,3-3 Zeid Valdez

7 3 0 1 0 0 1 3 2

0 0 1

1 0 0

9 0 0

5 0 3 6 0

3 0 2 2 0

4 1 0 0 3

Fresno

Heston L,5-3 Dunning Runzler Edlefsen Ramirez

5.2 1.1 0 1 1

7 0 1 4 0

5 0 4 6 0

HBP — by Valdez (Brown). WP — Edlefsen. T — 2:59. A — 6,490.

Monday’s Late Game GRIZZLIES 10, REDHAWKS 3 OKC

Fresno ab r h bi

Villar ss 400 Elmore 2b 300 Wallace 1b 401 Laird 3b 412 Martinez dh 4 1 3 Krauss lf 400 Lin cf 301 Wates rf 400 Perez c 411 34 3 8 Totals

0 1 0 0 2 0 0 0 0

Tanaka 2b Brown cf Peguero lf Pill 1b Kschnick rf Abreu dh Monell c Domingz 3b Jurica ss 3 Totals

4 5 5 4 4 3 4 4 4

r h bi

0 1 0 2 3 1 1 1 1

0 2 1 3 1 2 2 1 1

1 1 0 0 2 1 4 0 1

37 10 13 10

Oklahoma City..................... 000 011 010 — 3 Fresno.................................. 003 231 10x — 10 E — Villar 2 (10). LOB — OKC 6, Fresno 7. DP — OKC 1. 2B — Lin (5), Perez (2), Laird (9), Monell (6). 3B — Dominguez (3), Jurica (2). HR — Martinez, Kieschnick (6), Abreu, Monell (6), Brown (2). SB — Lin (8). SF — Elmore, Tanaka.

IP H R ER BB SO Oklahoma City

Fresno ab

Elmore ss Simunic 2b Wallace 3b Laird 1b Martinez dh Krauss lf

0 0 0

Oklahoma City

L Pct.

18 18 23 29

4 1 0 1 Jurica 2b 400 4 1 2 2 Ciriaco 3b 400 4 1 1 0 Williams c 3 0 0 42 15 13 14 Totals 33 2 6

Oklahoma City................ 500 000 0(10)0 — 15 Fresno............................. 000 000 0 0 2 — 2

Pacific Conference

ab r h bi

Two outs when winning run scored. DP—Minnesota 1, Atlanta 1. LOB—Minnesota 9, Atlanta 6. 2B—Heyward (4), F.Freeman (8). HR—McCann (4), Gattis (9). SB—Florimon (6). Minnesota

FROM WIRE REPORTS

Smmns ss Heywrd rf J.Upton lf FFrmn 1b McCnn c Uggla 2b JFrncs 3b Avilan p Gearrin p DCrpnt p Gattis ph Kimrel p BUpton cf THudsn p Varvar p R.Pena ph-3b

Minnesota.................. 011 000 020 Atlanta........................ 200 100 001

Rays manager Joe Maddon changed course Tuesday, saying he has no problem with the way shortstop Yunel Escobar celebrates home runs. Escobar, who played for Toronto last season, drew loud jeers after he hit a homer in the ninth inning of Monday’s 7-5 loss to the Blue Jays, and then made an exaggerated safe sign as he crossed home plate. He had been booed in every at bat. After the game Maddon said he would speak to Escobar about the gesture, adding that he was “certain” Escobar would not do it again. However, after learning that Escobar has celebrated all his home runs that way this season, Maddon relented. Maddon says “I love the way he is, I want him to remain the way he is. He did nothing wrong.”

North Division

ATLANTA ab r h bi

MADDON OK WITH ESCOBAR’S CELEBRATION

American Conference

I Evan Gattis hit a two-out, pinch-hit homer in the ninth to send the game to extra innings and Freddie Freeman won it in the 10th, sending the Braves to their fifth straight win. MINNESOTA

The White Sox scratched Chris Sale from Wednesday’s start against the Red Sox because of a mild tendinitis in his left shoulder. Sale was scheduled to pitch against the unbeaten Clay Buchholz. Hector Santiago will start in his place. The White Sox say they expect Sale to make his next scheduled start against the Cubs on Tuesday. The lefthander is 5-2 with a 2.53 ERA and has thrown 23 consecutive scoreless innings.

0 0 0 0 0 1

Wojcchwski L,1-1 Humber Sogard

5.0 10 8 2.0 2 2 1.0 1 0

7 2 0

0 1 1

4 1 0

1 1 1

1 0 0

0 1 1

Fresno

Lively W,2-1 Tobin Bochy

5.0 2.0 2.0

5 1 1 1 2 1

HBP — by Humber (Abreu). WP — Sogard. T — 2:24. A — 4,738.

SPORTS

WEDNESDAY, MAY 22, 2013

BIG 12 BASEBALL NOTEBOOK

Local leaders guide decision to push back tournament Following the devastating storms in the Oklahoma City area this week, Big 12 Conference officials left the decision regarding its baseball championship tournament to local leaders. “We wanted them to give us a sense of what to do,” Big 12 spokesman Bob Burda said of the Oklahoma City All Sports Association and government officials. “We wanted them to tell us what was in the best interest of the community as people begin to recover and heal.” Ultimately, the league chose to postpone the tournament by one day and change its format. It will now begin Thursday and feature two pools. Kansas State, Texas Tech, Oklahoma and Baylor will be in one pool, and Oklahoma State, West Virginia, TCU and Kansas make up the second pool. “We are very appreciative of the consideration by the participating teams and the Big 12 Conference,” Oklahoma City Mayor Mick Cornett said in a statement. “We encouraged and supported the decision to play the championship in a format comfortable to the Big 12.” Burda said local leaders initially recommended playing the tournament as originally scheduled, but that Big 12 athletic directors were more comfortable with a one-day delay. “Most of them didn’t get in until late last night,” Burda said of the eight teams. “It’s one thing when you hear about a tornado and the destruction and devastation, and it’s another thing when you see it and experience it. “I think once people experienced and saw the devastation, it would’ve been a challenge for them to get their minds in a baseball state and start playing right away.”

BIG 12 ANNOUNCES POSTSEASON HONORS Oklahoma and Oklahoma State each placed two players on the coaches’ All-Big 12 first team, and four players each on the second team. The conference announced its postseason honors Tuesday. OU first baseman Matt Oberste and pitcher Jonathan Gray were both unanimous selections, and OSU right fielder Zach Fish and pitcher Vince Wheeland joined them on the first team. The Cowboys’ Tanner Krietemeier, Victor Romero, Randy McCurry and Jason Hursh were secondteam selections, along with OU’s Craig Aiken, Max White, Dillon Overton and Jacob Evans. Kansas State took home four of the league’s individual honors. Junior Ross Kivett was Player of the Year, pitcher Jake Matthys was Freshman of the Year, Brad Hill was named Coach of the Year, and junior outfielder Jared King shared Scholar-Athlete of the Year honors with TCU’s Jantzen Witte. West Virginia sophomore Harrison Musgrave earned Big 12 Pitcher of the Year honors, and Kansas junior pitcher Jordan Piche was Newcomer of the Year.

DISHMAN GIVES OU BRIEF SCARE Oklahoma senior reserve Dusty Dishman lost his cellphone when the Sooners played at Kansas State, so coaches were naturally worried when they couldn’t reach him during Monday’s storm. “What happened is he had gone to the north side of Oklahoma City,” said OU coach Sunny Golloway. “He got stuck in traffic. He had no phone. He’s probably going to get chewed out for not stopping and calling. “But I’m talking to his parents in Texas and we don’t know where he is. His roommate hadn’t talked to him all day. It was a scary situation, just not knowing where he was. He finally showed back up on campus at 10:30. We were relieved about that. That, to us, was very alarming.” BY JASON KERSEY

BIG 12 TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE Big 12 Tournament Schedule

At Oklahoma City Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark (x-if necessary) Thursday’s Games Pool One (4) Oklahoma vs. (5) Baylor, 9 a.m. (1) Kansas State vs. (8) Texas Tech, 12:30 p.m. Pool Two (3) West Virginia vs. (6) Kansas, 4 p.m. (2) Oklahoma State vs. (7) TCU, 7:30 p.m. Friday’s Games Pool One Oklahoma vs. Texas Tech, 9 a.m. Kansas State vs. Baylor, 12:30 p.m.

Pool Two West Virginia vs. TCU, 4 p.m. Oklahoma State vs. Kansas, 7:30 p.m. Saturday’s Games Pool One Baylor vs. Texas Tech, 9 a.m. Oklahoma vs. Kansas State, 12:30 p.m. Pool Two West Virginia vs. Oklahoma State, 4 p.m. Kansas vs. TCU, 7:30 p.m. Sunday’s Game Championship Game Winner Pool One vs. Winner Pool Two, 1 p.m.

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Baseball: Tourney changes format OU coach Sunny Golloway said Monday’s tornado put things in perspective for many.

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the tragedy and sporting an altered format — perhaps offering a needed distraction or a few hours representing a return to normalcy for fans. In contemplating whether or not to play, the Big 12 Conference first deferred to city officials, Mayor Mick Cornett and the Oklahoma City All Sports Association, the host organization for the event. Given the go-ahead, the conference then turned to its schools’ athletic directors, who recommended a one-day delay. As a result, the tournament will be played Thursday through Sunday with a pool-play format that will feature two four-team divisions, with the winner of each meeting Sunday for the championship. As the conference coaches gathered together Tuesday to meet with the media, the mood was respectful, almost hesitant. “I trust the leadership and all the folks involved here, obviously,” said Oklahoma State coach Josh Holliday. “They are very smart people here that know what the right things are. “This is going to be good for the community. We’re

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going to do our best to be respectful to everything going on. We’re going to see if we can’t find some positive way to contribute to the relief. That’s what hopefully we can do.” Considering Monday’s devastation, that is the hope. Yes, the tournament carries the Big 12’s automatic bid into postseason play. And every team in the field has some sort of resume building to do. Individually, many of the league’s pro prospects could be making a final impression on scouts and personnel men before Major League Baseball’s draft, set for June 6-8. But after Monday, the edge is gone. “When something like this happens,” said Baylor coach Steve Smith, “gosh, man, it’s like somebody slapped you upside the

head and said, ‘Hey, that hanging slider wasn’t that big a deal. Your record, two games above .500, that’s really not that big of a deal.’ “And that’s right.” Golloway, seeing the storm’s path on Monday and knowing that his daughter and grandson could be in the path up the road in Moore, got in his truck and sped to help. “I think, like anybody, I’m headed there,” Golloway said. “And as I’m listening on the radio, I’m listening to (KFOR-TV weatherman) Mike Morgan as it’s hitting the Warren Theater. And I know I’m probably going somewhere I shouldn’t be going.” His daughter, Sunni, her husband, Jared, and their son, Gunner, were safe, with no damage to property. Later, Sunny Golloway

couldn’t shake the images of the day, even with his team due in Oklahoma City. “I saw the tractors and I saw the first responders still going through the rubble at 9:30 last night ... my mind’s there,” he said. “It’s clearly not on baseball.” Maybe the game will regain some focus by Thursday, when the Sooners open the tournament with a 9 a.m. game against Smith’s Baylor squad at Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark. Maybe it’ll remove some focus from the disaster, if only for a while. “There are no greater people in the world than Oklahomans,” Holliday said. “Their giving nature and their friendliness and kindness to one another is what makes Oklahoma a special place. It’ll take that once again to help so many people affected and help them get them back on their feet. “We’re lucky to live in a community and state where people care about each other. That’s not the case all across our world. But we do have that here. That’s why people love it here. That’s why I love it here.”

WVU: Mountaineers help out at OU FROM PAGE 1C

of the 2011 Joplin, Mo. tornado, while at a baseball tournament in the Southwest Missouri town. “I had never experienced anything like it,” Mazey said of the immediate aftermath in Joplin. Like many, they were turned away from the disaster zone, a place reserved for first responders. So the team, in town for the Big 12 Tournament, went to a local Walmart and gathered helpful supplies. In all, Mazey estimated they spent more than $4,000, expected to come out of the WVU baseball fund, to purchase flashlights, batteries, clothes, diapers, towels, air mattresses and other disaster necessities. And in another act of generosity, they bought an entire shopping cart full of supplies and food for a displaced woman they met at Walmart. “She had mud on her and she was crying, so that just hit me right there,” WVU outfielder Brady Wilson said. “She told us she was at work, her husband was at work and her kids were at school and they were separated until

WVU baseball players unload supplies at the donation station on the OU campus on Tuesday. PHOTO BY ANTHONY SLATER, THE OKLAHOMAN

10:30 last night, so that’s scary.” Packed with players and supplies, the bus finally left OKC at around 2:15 on Tuesday afternoon. On its long route to Norman, the bus passed through Newcastle, an impacted town. And near the interstate, a large steel bridge had been completely dislodged from its substructure, giving the team its first glimpse at the devastation. “Oh, man,” one of the players mumbled, among a bus of sobering stares. Soon after, at around 4 p.m., the team finally arrived in Norman, visiting a campus where the pro-

gram, in its first season as a member of the Big 12, has yet to play a conference game. On arrival, the team unloaded into an assembly line of plastic bags, ushering in a seemingly neverending amount of supplies to the donation station. “Is there any more?” a caretaker asked at one point. “Yes,” one of the WVU players responded, “…a lot more.” Many of the workers showed their gratitude, striking up conversations with the players, asking about the team and thanking them as they left. “It was overwhelming to see how much stuff that

everybody’s bringing for the families in need,” Mazey said. “Just the fact that we can pitch in and help out, it seems really insignificant, really just like a drop in the bucket, but I’m glad we did it.” On the way back to OKC, Mazey suggested they take the conventional way, up through the bumper-to-bumper traffic on I-35, to give his players a chance to witness the damage. As they passed through the ravaged areas in Moore, surveying the damage, a stunned tension fell over the bus. “On one side of the parking lot it’s fine and then the other side is completely torn up,” one coach said, while shaking his head, “It’s dumb luck. It’s just sad.” “I’m at a loss for words really,” outfielder Brady Wilson said, beginning to fully grasp the magnitude of the situation. “Driving by there and seeing pretty much nothing. Houses that were there, cars destroyed, it was not a pleasant sight at all and it kind of hits you. But after what we’ve done, it really makes you feel good. I hope what we did really helped a lot of people.”

NHL PLAYOFFS

Bruins on verge of East finals BY IRA PODELL AP Sports Writer

NEW YORK — Daniel Paille snapped a tie with 3:31 left in the third period, and the Boston Bruins put the New York Rangers on the brink of elimination with a 2-1 victory in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference semifinal series on Tuesday night. Boston leads the bestof-seven series 3-0 and can advance to the conference finals as early as Thursday at Madison Square Garden. Only three teams in NHL history have rallied from an 0-3 hole to advance. The Bruins trailed 1-0 heading into the third, but defenseman Johnny Boychuk tied it at 3:10 of the period with his fourth of the playoffs. The Rangers hadn’t lost in regulation when leading after two periods since Feb. 4, 2010. Boston thought it had grabbed the lead seconds before Paille actually scored when a shot deflected off the mask of

Rangers goalie Henrik Lundqvist, popped up in the air and landed on the goal line. Lundqvist couldn’t find it before Paille swooped in from behind the net and poked in the puck. Taylor Pyatt had made it 1-0 in the second period for the Rangers, who were outscored 8-4 in two losses at Boston to begin the series. New York had won nine straight games at home, including three in the playoffs against Washington in the first round. Lundqvist was sharp until the third period and finished with 32 saves. Tuukka Rask stopped 23 shots in the win. The Rangers again failed to get their power play untracked, failing in both of their chances and dropping to 0-for-10 in the series. New York has only two power-play goals in 38 opportunities during these playoffs. Despite being outshot 14-5 in the second period, the Rangers carried a 1-0 lead into the third.

Boychuk was credited with the tying goal after the puck appeared to deflect into the net off Rangers defenseman John Moore. The game turned rougher moments later when New York forward Chris Kreider was struck under his visor by the stick of Boston’s Tyler Seguin, who was following through on a shot just inside the blue line. Seguin was then clipped in the exchange by the stick of Rangers defenseman Steve Eminger. Shortly after, Bruins forward Patrice Bergeron had a cut over his eye that left his white jersey bloodstained. No penalties were called on any of the plays. New York took just its second lead of the series 3:53 into the second period when Pyatt deflected in a shot by defenseman Ryan McDonagh that was fired from the blue line shortly after the Rangers’ second failed power play of the night expired. New York hasn’t lost in regulation when leading after two periods since Feb.

4, 2010, (86-0-6). The Rangers were 16-0 in those situations during this regular season. Lundqvist was again the reason why. A moment of silence was held before the national anthem in honor of the victims of Monday’s tornado in Oklahoma.

Boston’s Daniel Paille, left, celebrates his game-winning goal with Shawn Thornton during the third period in Game 3 against the New York Rangers on Tuesday. The Bruins won 2-1 and lead the best-of-seven games series 3-0. AP PHOTO

FOOD

Cool it now Summer is just around the corner, bringing with it heat and thirst. Find ideas for summer cocktails inside. PAGE 2D

ENTERTAINMENT

Hair of the dog The movie franchise returns for another installment with “The Hangover Part III,” starring Justin Barth, Zach Galfianakis, Ed Helms and Bradley Cooper. PAGE 6D

IN BRIEF

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How to help RED CROSS

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RITE of PASSAGE

The Oklahoma Red Cross is asking people to donate by texting “Red Cross” to 90999 resulting in a $10 donation, spokesman Ken Garcia said. Those who are looking for family members can visit www.safeand well.org, Garcia said.

SALVATION ARMY Donations can be made to: I The Salvation Army Disaster Relief, P.O. Box 12600, Oklahoma City, OK 73157. Designate Oklahoma Tornado Relief on all checks. I By phone: (800) 725-2769 I Online: donate. salvationarmyusa. org/uss/eds/aok.

FEED THE CHILDREN Feed The Children is preparing emergency disaster relief supplies and will be accepting donations of diapers, canned goods, nonperishable food and snack items, water and sports drinks. Cash donations can be made by phone at (800) 627-4556 or online at www.feedthechild ren.org/disaster.

Tragedy makes it tough to think about grilling Each spring, there are two rites of passage in Oklahoma — one good, one bad. The good one is dusting off the barbecue, cleaning off the grates and filling the propane tank or stocking up on wood or charcoal in preparation for opportunities in the warmweather months to gather friends and family to cook out. The other one is waiting for storm season to come and go. From late April to early June, Oklahomans prepare for the worst, hope for the best and wait for the season to run its

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FOOD DUDE course. Most years, we brush off hail attacks, take the high ground through floods and keep an eye on the sky for the worst of our fears, the tornado. SEE FOOD DUDE, PAGE 3D

REGIONAL FOOD BANK OF OKLAHOMA To make a tax deductible donation to the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma, go to www.regional foodbank.org or call 604-7111 or text “FOOD” to 32333 to give $10 to relief efforts.

IN MOOD Read about a popup restaurant that will open Sunday and how you can help support the restaurant community’s many relief efforts in the Mood section of Thursday’s editions of The Oklahoman.

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INDEX Clockwise from top left: Patty Hamby talks about her food Thursday during the Open Flame event at American Propane. Brisket is sliced during the Open Flame event. A plate of stuffed pickles. Amie Gehlert carries food to guests during the Open Flame event. Baked beans are dished out during the Open Flame event at American Propane. PHOTOS BY BRYAN TERRY, THE OKLAHOMAN

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WEDNESDAY, MAY 22, 2013

MELBA’S SWAP SHOP

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DEAR MELBA: Here is a recipe for Cherry Cheesecake that my mother made often when I was growing up. I have two grown sons, and it’s absoMelba lutely their favorite Lovelace dessert. I make it mlovelace@ for holidays and it’s opubco.com requested for every birthday celebration. Our oldest son SWAP SHOP even requested it for his college graduation party. It’s simple to prepare and may be made, without the addition of the fruit, and frozen ahead of time. When needed, just thaw it, spread with the fruit and enjoy. I always double the recipe and bake it in a 9-by-13-inch pan in a 350-degree oven for 30 minutes. It’s also simple to substitute blueberry pie filling for the cherry pie filling, if desired.

CHERRY CHEESECAKE

Cocktails such as, clockwise from top, Trashy Red Wine Sangria, Vodka Watermelon Slushie, Pisco Sour and Gin and Bitter Lemon are perfect for summer. AP PHOTO

The careless art of the wonderful summer cocktail BY J.M. HIRSCH AP Food Editor

The art of the summer cocktail is something I take most seriously. Because several years ago I realized what surely is obvious to most people … But I can be a bit slow. Summer is better with a signature cocktail. Not a fancy dinner cocktail. Not a party cocktail. And certainly nothing that anyone who goes by the title “mixologist” ever would deign to make. I’m talking about an everyday cocktail, something that can be thrown together after work or a day of swimming, then casually sipped — or even slurped — while standing at the grill or sitting by the pool or dock. A good summer cocktail must be simple to assemble, and preferably from memory. It must be sweet and refreshing, but not cloying. It

should have a crispness. It should welcome ice and not suffer noticeably as the ice melts. And it must be versatile enough to go with whatever is on the dinner menu. Each summer, I seem to discover a new cocktail, which then becomes my summer cocktail for the remainder of the season. A few years back, it was my trashy sangria, which I could slosh together in under a minute. Red wine, sugar, lime juice and ice on nights I was feeling rushed. A bit of fruit and muddling were added on nights I wasn’t. As complex as a true sangria concocted from far more (and better) ingredients that are allowed to meld for hours? By no means. But still refreshing and satisfying and delightful by the grill. The summer after that it was my vodka watermelon chiller. Watermelon, vodka, ice, lemon juice and

honey. Blend and done. Is there anything more refreshing than watermelon in August? And last year I discovered the magic that is gin and bitter lemon. Ice plus gin plus a splash of bitter lemon tonic. Add a slice of lemon and it’s heaven in the end-of-day sun. This year it will be the pisco sour. Pisco is a South American brandy that has a clean, mildly sweet flavor. Traditional versions of this cocktail call for shaking it over ice with sugar and lemon juice. My take swaps in lime juice (which so loves barbecue) and rather than shaking it, I blend until frothy. Think frozen margarita, but so much better. I also should add that proper stemware is essential for enjoying a summer cocktail. In my house that usually means either canning jars or recycled jam jars.

TRASHY RED WINE SANGRIA If you feel so inclined, go ahead and float some raspberries or sliced strawberries in this, too. Start to finish: 5 minutes Servings: 1 1 to 2 slices orange 2 tablespoons lime juice 1 to 2 tablespoons sugar 4 ounces red wine Ice Seltzer water (optional) I In a large, heavy glass, combine the orange slices, lime juice and sugar. Gently muddle, then add the wine and enough ice to mostly fill the glass. Stir. If desired, top with a splash of seltzer for bubbles.

PISCO SOUR Start to finish: 5 minutes Servings: 1 21⁄2 ounces pisco 11⁄2 ounces lime juice 11⁄2 ounces simple syrup 11⁄2 tablespoons egg white 1 ⁄2 cup ice I Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until very smooth and frothy. Pour into a large, heavy glass and serve immediately.

11⁄4 cups graham cracker crumbs 2 tablespoons sugar 1 ⁄3 cup melted margarine or butter 1 package (11 ounces) cream cheese 2 eggs 1 ⁄2 cup sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling Prepared whipped topping I To prepare the crust, combine the cracker crumbs, 2 tablespoons sugar, and margarine. Press over bottom of a 9-inch-square baking dish. I In large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, eggs, 1/2 cup sugar, and vanilla. Mix until smooth. Pour over the crust. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes. Cool and spread with pie filling. Top with prepared whipped topping. CHRISTINE EILERTS, Jones DEAR MELBA: I hope you can tell readers about Bethany’s Route 66 Festival from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday in downtown Bethany. It’ll all be fun, but two of my basic interests because I am owner of Buckboard Quilts will be the quilt show, featuring 200 antique and small art quilts, plus I have written “OK Pioneer 1905 Cookbook: Food for Body and Soul.” It consists of recipes from pioneer days in central Oklahoma, and includes recipes like Molasses Drop Cake and Roast Beef with Oyster Dressing, which will entice the taste buds and make you want to keep this book within easy reach. The book is also flavored with turn-of-the-century photographs, 1905 ads and stories of our pioneers. They will sell for $15, and I plan to be there to sign them. The $15 will be donated to the Regional Food Bank. JUDY HOWARD, Oklahoma City DEAR MELBA: I would like to have recipes for cookies made with boxed cake mixes. At one time, I was a Cub Scout den mother, and every Tuesday after school, eight hungry boys arrived and settled down for cookies and milk. I would like to make some of these cookies again, but seem to have lost my recipes. BOBBIE FOREMAN, Norman IF YOU HAVE A PROBLEM OTHER READERS MIGHT HELP SOLVE OR AN IDEA YOU’D LIKE TO SHARE, WRITE TO MELBA’S SWAP SHOP, BOX 25125, OKLAHOMA CITY, OK 73125. PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR NAME AND ADDRESS.

COOKING CLASSES SATURDAY

CONTACTS

Baked Garlic Potato w/Herb Sour Cream — chef Jason Kimball, Gourmet Grill 3501 NW Expressway, 1 to 1:45 p.m., free. Chile Relleno Casserole — Diane Gleason, Gourmet Grill 3501 Midwest City, 1 to 1:45 p.m., free. Inside Out Burgers — chef Jermiah Duddleston, Uptown Grocery Co., 10 a.m., free. Natural Dog Treats — Karen Moseley, Francis Tuttle, 9 a.m. to noon, $29.

I Francis Tuttle Technology Center, 12777 N Rockwell Ave., 7174900, www.francis tuttle.com or jmansell@francis tuttle.com. I Gourmet Grille, in three Buy For Less locations, 3501 Northwest Expressway, 5763354; 2500 N Pennsylvania, 568-4745; and 10011 SE 15, Midwest City, 622-2144. thegour metgrille.com, info@the gourmetgrille.com. I Uptown Grocery Company, 1230 W Covell Road in Edmond. 509-2720.

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GIN AND BITTER LEMON Start to finish: 5 minutes Servings: 1 I In a medium, heavy glass, combine the lemon slices and 1 to 2 slices sugar. Gently muddle, then lemon 1 teaspoon sugar add the gin and enough ice to mostly fill the 11⁄2 ounces gin glass. Top with bitter Ice lemon tonic, then Bitter lemon stir and garnish tonic with fresh mint. Fresh mint, to garnish

VODKA WATERMELON SLUSHIE Start to finish: 5 minutes Servings: 1 11⁄2 cups watermelon chunks 1 ⁄2 cup ice 11⁄2 ounces vodka 1 ounce lemon juice 1 ounce honey or simple syrup Pinch salt I Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until very smooth and frothy. Pour into a large, heavy glass and serve immediately.

FEMALE CHEFS ORGANIZE TULSA — The Culinary Institute of Platt College in Tulsa has established the first Women Chefs & Restaurateurs (WCR) chapter in Oklahoma. The mission of WCR is to promote and enhance the education, advancement and connection of women in the culinary industry by offering a variety of networking, professional and support services. Through its Local Exchange Program, WCR provides networking opportunities for women at the local level. WCR meetings will be held on the first Tuesday of every month at 4 p.m. at the Culinary Institute, 3801 S Sheridan Road. The first meeting will be June 4. All females in the food service industry are invited to attend.

LOVERA’S EXPANDS KREBS — On Saturday from noon to dark, Lovera’s Italian Market will celebrate the opening of its new cheesedrying room, which will allow cheesemonger Shawn Duffy more space to hang and age his creations. There will be a ribbon cutting at 3 p.m. and a beer-pairing about 4:30 p.m. The party will include PHOTO BY JIM BECKEL, THE live music, Lovera’s OKLAHOMAN ARCHIVE Italian sausage sandwiches, Hickory Smoked Caciocavera Cheese and Choc Beer on tap. If for no other reason, it’s a good opportunity to give that sunburn a breather and get some fantastic cheese and sausage in the meantime. For more information, go online to loverasmarket.com.

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Graduate’s chickens are at home on the range OKEMAH — One graduating Oklahoma senior has a special friend like no other, Ima Layer. That’s the name Calvan Parker gave this friendly hen back when he started his poultry project to raise money for college in 2008 when he was 13. Of the group of 50 chicks be bought then, one little hen in particular began following him around almost from the start, and he named her Ima Layer. From there, Calvan’s feathered friends began “saving the world one egg at a time” through the Oklahoma Food Cooperative. The best part of writing about food is the opportunity to get to know the stories behind all those edibles one finds along the way. Those stories come from cooks, producers, restaurateurs and entrepreneurs. The stories usually develop and evolve over time as there aren’t many overnight sensations in the production of edibles. Most locally produced food has only one or two people heading up production, marketing and transportation as well as sales if there is a farmer’s market booth. Calvan has managed all of these. I have been following his story and progress through the Oklahoma Food Cooperative newsletters for some time. It was Ima Layer who really grabbed my attention. I was compelled to meet

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A PASSION FOR FOOD both Ima and Calvan who is an accomplished member of the Strother High School Class of 2013.

Keeping busy Ima Layer isn’t the only thing that keeps Calvan Parker busy. He received his FFA degree this spring being honored with a plaque and medal. He served as the reporter of his local FFA chapter and as secretary of his school’s student council. He is an all conference baseball player for the Strother Yellow Jackets, receiving the team’s Intensity Award. It is easy to see why Calvan was named “Top Male Leader” in his class. Looking at some of the plaques and awards I noticed they were sponsored by many other Oklahoma Producers like Shawnee Mills. I couldn’t help but think of that “It takes a village to raise a child” saying as I read the engraved inscription: Agribusiness Star, which Calvan received twice. It doesn’t take long to figure out Calvan is wise beyond his years. He also works evenings at Pizza Hut in Seminole. An excel-

The recent Strother High School graduate stands with his prized hen, Ima Layer. PHOTO BY SHERREL JONES, THE OKLAHOMAN

lent student, he’s already been attending classes at Seminole State College. I marveled at how he managed to keep up with everything. He said the folks at Pizza Hut were very understanding. Calvan had a ready answer about what he planned to do when he grows up, “I’m going to study psychology and become a psychologist.” He won’t be far from home to start as he plans to

stay at Seminole State for the first two years. I figure Ima will continue to enjoy that beautiful pasture around those movable chicken houses Calvan engineered. This graduate takes sustainable agriculture seriously. He turned an old tool shed and horse trailer into portable chicken houses outfitted with recycled school lockers for nesting boxes. The manure and clean up goes back to fertil-

ize the pasture land as the houses are moved about. The Parker farm is situated between Okemah and Cromwell, off Interstate 40. Every morning Calvan has a three-egg breakfast with his grandfather, who lives just across the road. Perhaps that explains some of practical real world wisdom this graduate has already attained. He doesn’t just spout the sustainable lifestyle, this young Oklahoman lives it especially when it comes to poultry. The cafe in the I-40 Travel Plaza saves their unusable lettuce leaves, tomato tops, cabbage, bread, carrots and egg shells for Ima Layer and her buddies. The chickens eat bugs and graze on pastures free of herbicides and pesticides. Calvan raises mealworms in the cellar during the winter so the chickens will have plenty of protein when the bug supply is low. This way, Calvan believes he is helping to save the earth “one egg at a time.” In another sustainable venture, Calvan and a buddy of his took an old church bus with a totally rusted out floor and installed a plywood one in its place. They wired it to accommodate refrigeration and freezers for a farm to fork venture called “The Country Peddler.” Calvan and his mom travel to several farmers markets in the area. His

mom teaches school and manages a beef cattle operation on the farm. Calvan’s father passed away earlier this year.

‘My adventure’ Calvan summed things up best in a recent Oklahoma Food Cooperative newsletter: “My adventure … My dream ... My business isn’t just about an egg! It’s about each of us making a difference on our planet. I have had the opportunity to raise a high quality, nutritious egg for my friends and family. All the while I am learning valuable lessons in finding creative ways to recycle and reuse existing items.” I’ve been blessed by spending some time with Calvan. Maybe in part it was the fact that I, too, used to gather eggs and have breakfast with my grandparents. His can-do attitude is part of the Oklahoma Spirit that drives him to a successful future one egg at a time that won’t soon be forgotten. Congratulations graduates! Opportunity is right here in Oklahoma, now come and get it. Meanwhile, you can help support Calvan’s college education by buying eggs from Calvan’s Feathered Friends via the Oklahoma Food Cooperative. Find his information online at oklahomafood.coop and searching Calvan’s Feathered Friends or by calling (405) 590-2822.

Food Dude: Oklahomans will overcome this tragedy FROM PAGE 1D

Springs rarely come and go without tornadoes, though most of them are more bark than bite. When spring turns into summer and Oklahoma loses touch with rain until September, our meteorologists compile the data and file each storm season away by year and begin preparations for the next. But once in a great while, spring turns tragic thanks to a killer tornado. Unfortunately, 2013 will now hold an infamous place in the annals of Oklahoma weather along with 1999, 1993, 1984, 1955, 1947 and 1905. In the aftermath of this kind of tragedy, it’s really tough to get excited about cooking out or anything else as every free minute will likely be spent helping in the recovery in some way. Maybe when all the tears have dried, the debris cleared and we pull together to stuff chaos back into its box again, we’ll be in the mood for a cookout.

Coming together Some friends joined me recently to help the Grigsby family celebrate the reopening of American Propane’s showroom, which was destroyed in an explosion in February 2012. The Grigsbys can certainly relate to the collective gut-punch endured by those in central Oklahoma who were victimized by a random act of destruction. The new American Propane is a microcosm for how we wrestle chaos into a new and improved sense of order in the long term. Oklahoma City is a paragon in the fight against chaos, proven over and over again. We will rebuild. As many times as we must, we will rebuild. It’s what we do here. No matter which way you direct your prayers or from whom you draw inspiration, the song remains the same: Whatever we have to do can and will be done, but we all do better when we work together. When the job is done, it’ll be time to gather and raise a glass to Oklahoma resilience and civic pride. Thanks to Russ “The Smokin’ Okie” Garrett, of Enduring Brands; Patty Hamby, of Buy For Less stores; and Amie Gehlert and Kenny Talley, of the soon-to-open Back Door Barbecue, about 50 folks got a great lesson in how to make that smoker or grill sing this summer at our first “Open Flame” class of 2013. I stepped aside and let the pros work the kamado-style grills by Primo to produce classic barbecue plus some creative surprises. I did manage to make some ranch-style beans and macaroni and smoked cheddar cheese salad. When the time is right to cook out, here are some inspired recipes for your cookout. And don’t forget how ideal barbecue is for delivery to those called to clear the debris.

— Ingredients provided by Buy For Less — MACARONI AND SMOKED CHEDDAR CHEESE SALAD 16 ounces elbow macaroni 8 ounces mild cheddar cheese, cubed ¾ cup red onion or sweet yellow onion, finely diced ½ cup green, yellow or sweet red pepper, finely diced 1 clove garlic, grated or mashed into paste 1 cup light mayonnaise 2 tablespoons minced Italian parsley 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 teaspoon smoked paprika ¼ teaspoon ground chile de arbol or cayenne pepper Salt and pepper to taste I Soak your favorite wood chips for at least an hour. Prepare smoker for indirect cooking. Keep the temperature at 90 degrees or lower. Shake off residual water from chips and toss onto the hot coals. Place cubed cheese on a metal tray or bowl and place in smoker. Allow to smoke 10 to 20 minutes, making sure the temperature doesn’t rise above 90 degrees. I Cook macaroni according to directions. I While macaroni cooks, combine remaining ingredients in a small mixing bowl. I When macaroni is done, drain and rinse with cold water. Drain in a colander, shaking out most — but not all — of the moisture. I Transfer macaroni to a large mixing bowl and combine with dressing until thoroughly coated. Add smoked cheese. Taste and correct flavor with salt and pepper. SOURCE: DAVE CATHEY

CHAMPIONSHIP BRISKET

BARBECUE BEANS

1 10- to 16-pound brisket, full packer, not trimmed 1 bottle Worcestershire sauce or Head Country Premium Marinade 1 cup brisket rub I Remove brisket from wrapping and rinse. Trim the edges of the brisket of hard/dense fat and little pieces of meat or fat that are just lightly attached. I like to trim all edges, getting rid of any brown/off-color meat. I Coat the brisket with Worcestershire. Head Country makes its own version, called Premium Marinade. Apply liberally. Coat the brisket with a good beef rub. Head Country rub is good, and Russ Garrett recommends Cookshack’s Brisket Rub. Coat heavily. Return to fridge. Let sit for minimum of 2 hours, preferably 4. I Light a smoker to 225 to 250 degrees. The meat cooks about an hour per pound, but time will not guarantee results. Place brisket fatside down. I Leaving the meat side up allows the smoke to settle on the brisket and helps to create a great bark. The added benefit is that the fat will protect the brisket from heat rising from below. Using a choice quality brisket, there is no need to put the fat cap up so the fat will render into the meat. Cook until the brisket reaches 195 degrees when a temperature probe is inserted into the thickest part of the flat. Also feel the resistance of the probe as you insert. That will give an indication of tenderness. If it doesn’t penetrate easily, continue cooking and recheck until the probe meets little resistance. I Once the proper temperature is achieved, remove from smoker and let sit at least 30 minutes. Turn the brisket over, and scrape the fat off with a knife. Slice across the grain of the meat in ¼- to ½-inch slices. I Competition secrets: The thickness of the cut can be varied. If it’s too tender, cut it thicker to hold the meat together. If it’s not tender, cut it thinner. ... In barbecue contests, judges only get one or two bites of a slice of brisket.

2 cups pinto beans 2 tablespoons salt, di2 quarts water vided 3 cups chicken stock, broth or 2 tablespoons freshplain water ground black pepper 6 Roma tomatoes, sliced in half 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 white onion, cut in quarters 2 teaspoons cumin 1 small head garlic seed, toasted and 2 to 6 jalapeno peppers, ground stemmed I Preheat grill to medium-high heat or preheat oven to 400 degrees. I Bring 2 quarts of the water to a boil in a large pot. While you wait, sort through the beans to remove any stones or misshapen beans. I Add the beans to the boiling water and lower heat to medium low. Simmer with lid ajar until the beans are soft, which can take from an hour to two hours depending on the quality and age of the beans. I In a large mixing bowl, combine the tomatoes, onion and peppers and toss with oil and a little salt and pepper. Make sure the vegetables are coated. Arrange on a baking sheet lined with foil and roast. Remove peppers after 10 minutes; let everything else roast until charred and slightly caramelized, 30 to 40 minutes. I Once beans are softened through, strain off cooking water and replace with chicken or vegetable broth. If the broth doesn’t cover all the beans, add water. The beans should be at least two inches below the surface of the liquid. Bring to a boil, lower heat and simmer. I Combine all vegetables and cumin in a blender and puree. Add to simmering beans and mix in with remaining salt and pepper. Continue simmering until liquid has thickened, 4 to 8 hours. I When brisket is done, carve off odds and ends, then toss it in with the beans.

BURNT ENDS I When preparing the full packer brisket, trim the point closely, removing as much external fat as possible, exposing the meat underneath. Season the brisket as normal. I Cook the brisket as indicated. Slice and separate the trimmed point from the flat. I Slice and cut the point into cube/bite-size pieces. Lightly season with your beef rub. Lightly coat with barbecue sauce. You want just enough to make the burnt ends appear wet, but you don’t want to drown them. Place in a disposable aluminum pan. I Return to smoker, allowing the smoke to continue to season the burnt ends. The additional cooking time will allow the additional fat in the point to render out. Continue to monitor and test the burnt ends each hour. At the point where they are soft and tender, remove. Typically, burnt ends will take 2 to 4 more hours.

SOURCE: DAVE CATHEY

STEAK WRAPPED SCALLOPS WITH CHIMICHURRI SAUCE Salt, pepper, garlic, cumin Chimichurri sauce 1 cup flat-leaf parsley 6 tablespoons garlic 6 tablespoons oregano ½ cup chopped yellow Peruvian pepper ½ cup wine vinegar ½ cup olive oil Salt and pepper I Marinate scallops for 30 minutes in lemon juice, cilantro and Peruvian yellow pepper paste. I Spread Boursin Cheese inside the steak and put green onion and scallop in the middle of flat steak. Roll up the steak and toothpick to keep everything in place. Marinate in Dark German beer for about an hour before putting on the grill. I Heat the grill to 350 degrees and cook on both sides of steak for at least 15 minutes on each side.

1 thin rib eye steak 1 scallops 1 stalk of green onion Boursin cheese 1tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon cilantro 1 teaspoon Peruvian yellow pepper paste Dark beer, to marinate

SOURCE: RUSS GARRETT, THE SMOKIN’ OKIE.

ROCOTO CHILE SAUCE 1 cup Rocoto pepper 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/4 cup queso fresco 1 cup water 1 tablespoon oregano

1/4 onion minced 1 clove garlic minced Black Pepper to taste Flat-leaf parsley and/or cilantro, optional

I Mix all the above together and fry for 15 to 20 minutes over medium heat until brown and mushy. I Combine skillet ingredients in a blender with oil, queso fresco, water and parsley and/or cilantro and puree. SOURCE: DAVE CATHEY

SOURCE: PATTY HAMBY

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3 7 6 Officer Andy McNally (Missy Peregrym), right, works undercover infiltrating a meth pipeline in the Season Four premiere of “Rookie Blue” at 9 p.m. Thursday on ABC. ABC PHOTO

Rookie cops back for fourth summer Even after three years on the beat, rookie cops still can have a lot to learn. That’s evident right from the start of Season 4 of “Rookie Blue,” the Canadian-made drama that’s now a well-rated summer programming mainstay for ABC. The show resumes Thursday, with what was set up by the previous round’s last scene: Officers Andy McNally and Nick Collins (Missy Peregrym, Peter Mooney) are in the thick of the dangerous meth-related sting operation they’ve gone deep under cover for. The loves they left behind, Sam Swarek and Gail Peck (Ben Bass, Charlotte Sullivan), and other colleagues from 15 Division search for them when they suddenly fall off the radar. Dov Epstein, Traci Nash, Chris Diaz, Oliver Shaw and Sgt. Frank Best (Gregory Smith, Enuka Okuma, Travis Milne, Matt Gordon, Lyriq Bent) also are back and in on the hunt, joined by new training officer Marlo Cruz (Rachael Ancheril). Rookie Chloe Price (Priscilla Faia) is another fourth-season character addition. “It’s always a tricky dance to start back with your first new episode,” said creator/executive producer/head writer Tassie Cameron. “I always feel like it’s a bit thankless. You have to get all the balls back up in the air and remind the audience who everybody is, but this one was fun. And we got to move it six months ahead, instead of the usual couple of months ahead, so we were able to explore our theme for the season: If you want to stay in the game, you have to be willing to adapt. “The seasons’ themes end up reflecting very much where we’re at as a show,” she said. “That goes from ‘fake it till you make it’ in Season 1— where (the rookies) didn’t feel like they knew what they were doing — to now, where they have to be willing to change, to stay surprising and relevant. And to stay honest. That’s the most important thing.” Peregrym agrees, though she notes she’s “so happy” to depict Andy immersed in impersonating someone else as “Rookie Blue” returns. “It’s nice that you see us after we’ve already been there for a while,” she said of the point at which she and co-star Mooney are first seen. “To jump into the season playing that we’d been living together for six months, it was fun.”

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Richard Gough was born in Sweden, raised in South Africa, played soccer in Scotland and now resides in San Diego. He said, “There are a lot of things to weigh up when a soccer transfer happens, and money is a big factor.” There are a lot of things to weigh up when a bridge transfer bid happens, too, and ﬁt for partner’s major is a big factor. We are looking at responder’s transfers into the major suits when opener has a balanced hand. Almost all of the time, the opener completes the transfer, even with a low doubleton. But when he has four-card support, a maximum and a doubleton, he may jump in responder’s major -- a superaccept. The South hand in today’s diagram is textbook. After North responds two hearts, showing ﬁve-plus spades, South rebids three spades. (He must not jump to four spades, since responder might have no points at all.) This persuades North to take the push into four spades (although passing is conceivable.) After West leads the heart ace, how should the play proceed? First, East should drop his queen under partner’s ace, showing the queen and jack. Probably West will continue with a low heart, and East will shift to a diamond, but declarer wins with his ace, draws trumps, and plays on clubs. He will discard two diamonds from the board on his long clubs and lose only two hearts and one club. Note that if South rebids only two spades, North will pass, his hand not being strong enough to invite game with a two-no-trump rebid.

There are many strategies to solving Sudoku. One way to begin is to examine each 3x3 grid and ﬁgure out which numbers are missing. Then, based on the other numbers in the row and column of each blank cell, ﬁnd which of the missing numbers will work. Eliminating numbers will eventually lead you to the answer.

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TV BRIEF CHRIS HARRISON TO HOST MISS AMERICA PAGEANT ATLANTIC CITY, N.J.

— “The Bachelor” and “The Bachelorette” host Chris Harrison will again emcee the Miss America Pageant this September in Atlantic City, N.J. Harrison, an Oklahoma City University graduate and former Chris Harrison KWTV-9 sports anchor, has hosted the telecast for the last four years. The Miss America Organization says he’ll be joined by Lara Spencer of “Good Morning America.” Spencer served as a judge for the 2012 pageant. The pageant will take place Sept. 15 in Atlantic City’s Boardwalk Hall. The pageant had been held in Las Vegas the past six years. FROM STAFF AND WIRE REPORTS

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Reduxion Theatre ends its season A Reduxion Theatre production of “The History of Tom Jones, a Foundling,” offers onlookers a sprawling, wild and ribald, but enjoyable ride, condensing the thousand-page book into about three hours with intermission. Adapted by Erin Woods, the stage version of Henry Fielding’s groundbreaking 1749 novel is performed on a bare stage painted to look like a giant Union Jack. Other assets include an enthusiastic 12member cast, wearing lavish yet outlandish period costumes designed by Hanna Matter, the energetic direction of Erin’s husband, Tyler, and a few crucial props by Catherine Pitt. Rodney Brazil is a rather neutral presence as author Fielding, narrating the play’s many scenes. Tall and handsome, sweet-natured but always up for a lark, Rett Terrell brings qualities of charm

THEATER REVIEW ‘THE HISTORY OF TOM JONES, A FOUNDLING’ I When: 8 p.m. Thursday through Saturday. I Where: Reduxion Theatre, 1613 N Broadway. I Information: 651-3191 or www.reduxiontheatre.com.

and quick-footed self-preservation to Tom Jones, found as a baby and adopted by Squire Allworthy. Soon smitten with the daughter of the wealthy squire’s neighbor but frequently straying, Terrell turns the role into a romp, before arriving at the play’s implausible happy ending. Suzanne Stanley conveys the spitfire passion and divided emotions of the daughter, Sophia, while Todd Clark gets across the irascible, pirate-like ways of her father, Squire Western.

Paul James also communicates the shambling generosity and cluelessness of Tom’s benefactor, Squire Allworthy. Embellishing this core “boy finds girl, boy loses girl and gets her back after a road trip to London” tale are many other multiple characters. Kris Schinske is appropriately severe, under wraps and a wig, as the squire’s sister, whose one son of record, Master Blifil, played with sanctimonious jaundice by Ian Clinton, becomes Tom’s chief rival for Sophia.

This makes it hard to recognize Schinske in her second role as a wealthy and decadent London widow at a masked ball, trying to foil Tom’s romance with Sophia. Scotty Taylor is hilarious in both his roles as Mr. Square, a philosopher who dresses like a dandy, and as a jealous Irish husband, run through by Tom in a dubious duel. Brett Young is delightful, in drag, as the towering Mrs. Western, and a saucy innkeeper “on the road” to London, and Brayden Richardson revels in the comic antics of a bent-over pastor. Female scene stealers include Holly McNatt, Jenna Conner and Jennifer Wells. Racy, risque and R-rated, and done with a light touch, the season-ending production is well worth attending. — John Brandenburg

Don’t lie to kids about relative’s gender change DEAR ABBY: My husband and I recently learned that our sisterin-law’s adult son from a prior marriage, “Charlie,” is now “Claire.” My husband and I have three sons, ages 2 to 10 years. This sister-in-law expressed concern that our 10-year-old would remember Charlie and say something inappropriate. She’s demanding that we lie to him and tell him Claire is another daughter we have never met. My husband and I do not lie to our children. We feel it is best to explain to all three of our sons that Charlie has decided to make a lifestyle change and let them ask questions if they choose. What is your opinion? Truth-telling Parents DEAR PARENTS: I don’t believe in lying to children either, but before you tell your sons that Charlie decided to make a “lifestyle change,” I urge

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you to do some research about gender identity. It is not as simple on any level as changing an aspect of one’s lifestyle. It is about who Claire truly feels she is inside. If your oldest boy remembers Charlie, he should know that some people feel from an early age that they were born into the wrong body — the wrong gender. Fortunately, there is help for it in the form of medication and surgery. He should be told that the problem has been solved and Charlie is now Claire. When the younger children are older, they can be told the same thing in an age-

BILLY GRAHAM DEAR DR. GRAHAM: I’m graduating from college in a few weeks, and I’ve already been offered a very good job, at least as far as pay is concerned. But a former employee of this company told me I’d be pressured into doing things that aren’t honest or ethical. How can I know what to do? S.D. DEAR S.D.: The most important thing you can do is seek God’s will for your future, including His will about this job (or any other opportunities you may have). The Bible says, “In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight” (Proverbs 3:6). After all, God knows all about you, and He loves you and wants what is best for you. He also knows all about this potential job and whether this report is true or if it’s simply the grumbling of a discontented ex-employee. This is why I urge you to pray for God’s guidance, asking Him to show you what His will is for your future. Begin by committing your life to Jesus Christ, if you have never done so; it is the most important decision you will ever make. Then ask Him to give you wisdom about the job offer. Don’t accept it just because the pay is good or because it’s your only choice right now. God is able to open other doors, if this isn’t the right job for you. Above all, however, don’t compromise your integrity or do things that are unethical or dishonest, no matter what job you take or how much pressure you get. At the time it may seem like the best thing to do, but God never rewards dishonesty. The Bible says, “No good thing does he withhold from those whose walk is blameless” (Psalm 84:11). Send questions to “My Answer,” c/o Billy Graham, Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, 1 Billy Graham Parkway, Charlotte, NC 28201, call (877) 247-2426 or go online to www.billygraham.org. TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES

appropriate manner if the subject comes up. DEAR ABBY: My children’s father died of cancer about a year ago. As a result, they receive Social Security benefits as his surviving dependents. He had no life insurance, so this is all they have. The problem is nearly everyone who finds out they receive this money becomes angry and jealous. Abby, these benefits came from his earnings and are meant to assist me in supporting the children he is no longer here to help with. We try not to mention the money, but sometimes it comes up in conversation. How can people be jealous about money received from such a tragedy? Would they really want to lose a family member in exchange for cash? Please ask people to be more considerate in a situation where a child

has paid a far greater price than any check in the mail could cover. Surviving Mom in Illinois DEAR MOM: I’m sorry for your loss. People, particularly in a difficult economy, can become jealous if they think someone is getting “something for nothing.” (And depending upon how dysfunctional a family is, they might indeed be willing to “lose” a family member in exchange for cash.) I’m passing your sentiments along, but my advice to you is to stop discussing finances unless there is a specific reason why the person you’re talking to must have that information. DEAR ABBY: My mother-in-law picks her nose in front of others by covering her finger with a tissue and then digging deep into her nose. She claims this is acceptable

behavior even though the rest of us are grossed out. She refuses to stop unless somebody like you tells her otherwise. Please help with this. I have a 7-year-old daughter who sees her, and I don’t want her to think this is proper behavior in public. Grossed Out DEAR GROSSED OUT: It’s one thing to use a tissue for a gentle noseblow, and quite another to use it as camouflage for a major excavation. That your MIL is grossing out those around her should be evidence enough that what she’s doing is bad manners. It is showing lack of consideration for those around her. Write Dear Abby at www.DearAbby. com or P.O. Box 69440, Los Angeles, CA 90069. To order “How to Write Letters for All Occasions,” send your name and mailing address plus check or money order for $7 to Dear Abby — Letter Booklet, P.O. Box 447, Mount Morris, IL 61054-0447. (Shipping and handling are included.) UNIVERSAL UCLICK

Elopement prompts questions on etiquette of wedding presents DEAR MISS MANNERS: My husband’s niece was engaged to be married in the summer, but the wedding was moved up because she and her fiance decided they couldn’t wait. Their ages are 19 and 18, respectively. She announced on her Facebook page that they were getting married that day. This was the only announcement; no formal communication was sent out, even to family members. My husband insists that a generic announcement to the entire Facebook world does not warrant a wedding gift, and I am inclined to agree with him. The rest of his family has been sending gifts. We don’t feel we should be required to add to the general decline in manners, but we’re also afraid that making conditional terms for giftgiving may be a breach of etiquette in itself. How does one handle the unfortunate new etiquette of the Facebook age? GENTLE READER: And how does Miss Manners handle the unfortunate misconceptions about the etiquette of giving wedding presents? There is no such thing as an invoice for a wedding present. Neither a wedding invitation nor a formal announcement constitutes that. You give a wedding present because you want to indicate symbolically that you care about the couple.

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Yes, there is a catch. That is that you should not be attending a wedding if you do not care about the couple (either truly, or because they are relatives and you are supposed to care), and therefore wedding guests give wedding presents. If you decline the invitation, or if you are not invited but receive an announcement, all that is required is that you send the couple good wishes. So even if you had received a formal announcement of this marriage, you might have skipped the present. But remember that word “required.” That means the decent minimum, which many people rudely skip, because they consider that an invitation is an invoice, but an announcement can be entirely ignored. Your quibble is that not only were you not invited to a wedding, but you didn’t even get a formal announcement. But look at the circumstances. An elopement is the least formal wedding, which is fine, and the couple chose the least formal way of letting people know about it. So — what is required of

you? Nothing, if you want to pretend that you didn’t see their posting, until you are told directly. However, an expression of good wishes is necessary if you admit that you do know of the marriage. Adding a present over this minimum would show that you care. Or that you want, for the family’s sake, to seem to care. DEAR MISS MANNERS: Are the rules for teachers different? As a parent, I have sent in countless gifts to the teachers, with the giver listed as one of my children. In about half the cases, the teacher sends a thank-you to the child. How I relish watching my children receive those thankyous! It reinforces the lessons of good manners and the art of writing thank-yous. My children love receiving those simple notes. But I am deeply disappointed with those teachers who do not write thank-yous. Am I expecting too much? GENTLE READER: Well, you are expecting teachers to set good examples and to understand, as you do, how much this means to children. As overworked and underpaid as teachers are, Miss Manners would expect them to feel the effort was worthwhile. Please send your questions to Miss Manners at her website, www.missmanners.com; to her email, dearmissmanners@gmail.com; or through postal mail to Miss Manners, Universal Uclick, 1130 Walnut St., Kansas City, MO 64106. UNIVERSAL UCLICK FOR UFS

HOROSCOPE I ARIES (March 21-April 19): Is experience really the best teacher? For today, anyway, the manual will have her beat. Don’t fumble around trying to figure it out in real time when someone else has already written down exactly how to do it. I TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You will devote yourself to investigations of the unknown, and not because you want to uncover the mysteries of life, but because you want to enjoy them. I GEMINI (May 21-June 21): Usually a social butterfly, today you’ll be more like the flower: a stationary attraction that has all the other butterflies flittering about and occasionally landing for a visit. I CANCER (June 22-July 22): Don’t expect yourself to know everything already. Even if you think you know, it won’t hurt to do more research. Gather the bits. I LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You’re more like a lone wolf than a lion today. There’s something you must do on your own. You want the freedom of going where your instincts lead you without having to compromise along the way. I VIRGO (Aug. 23Sept. 22): You are socially generous. You know when to step up, get the ball rolling, tell a good story and ask an astute question. I LIBRA (Sept. 23Oct. 23): It is not difficult for you to form bonds. In fact, sometimes it’s a little too easy. Many people want to be close to you. I SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21): You’ll bring life to a gathering. The most important moment happens at the end of the meeting, when commitments are made for the future. I SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You need space and privacy. When this need isn’t met, you become frustrated and irritable. But if you have enough time in solitude, you’ll be happy, easygoing and charming when it’s time to socialize. I CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): No one likes a know-it-all until a situation arises in which that knowledge is valuable or even crucial to moving the action along. I AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Solutions are at hand when helping hands are around you. Honest, practical people don’t care about who gets the credit; they just want to get the job done. I PISCES (Feb. 19March 20): Because you prize the beauty of imagination and wonder, you’re careful not to interfere with what other people believe. CREATORS SYNDICATE

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ENTERTAINMENT Heather Graham returns to ‘pack’ in ‘Hangover Part III’ BY GEORGE LANG Assistant Entertainment Editor glang@opubco.com

LAS VEGAS — After missing one “Hangover,” Heather Graham is back in the “pack.” Graham was disappointed that Jade, the luminous and lighthearted stripper she played in 2009’s “The Hangover,” was not brought back for the second installment, and she was not the only one. Graham said she heard from a lot of fans who were hoping to see a relationship develop between her and Stu, the high-strung dentist played by Ed Helms. “I thought that was a sweet love story, and then a lot of people came up afterward and were like, ‘Oh, I thought you and Stu should have ended up together,’” Graham said during a press day for “The Hangover Part III” at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. “For example, Billy Crystal — I ended up running into him — and he was like, “Why didn’t you and Stu end up together?’ I thought, ‘This is so cool. Billy Crystal cares.’” But now, after skipping one film after “The Wolfpack” made a side-trip

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into disastrous morning afters in Thailand, Graham returns for the closing chapter of Todd Phillips’ comic trilogy, which also stars Bradley Cooper, Zach Galifianakis, Ken Jeong and John Goodman. But even when Phillips asked Graham to come back for the grand finale, he was guarded about the specifics of the latest adventure. “You know, they were really top secret about the script,” Graham said. “He wrote me an email and said, ‘I wrote you into it.’ And then he just sent my pages, so I didn’t really know what was going on in the story. Even with the plot — we did a press junket earlier, and we weren’t allowed to say anything. Now, I guess, we’re allowed to talk about it.” In the last big blowout, Phil (Cooper), Stu

(Helms) and Doug (Justin Bartha) are taking Alan (Galifianakis) to a rehab center when they get waylaid at gunpoint by Marshall (Goodman), a crime boss with a major bone to pick with Mr. Chow (Ken Jeong), who has escaped from a Thai prison. Forced to hunt down Chow, The Wolfpack find themselves back in familiar territory — amid the never-dimming lights of the Las Vegas Strip. And that is where Graham comes in, and she was happy to revisit Jade after missing out on 2011’s “Part II.” “I mean, right after the first one, Todd ... said something about being in the second one, but I think it was the story and the plot — obviously, they went to Thailand, and Stu was marrying someone from there,” she said. Graham, who at 43 barely looks older than she did in her breakout role in 1997’s “Boogie Nights,” has worked in film and television for 25 years. Her first big-screen credit was opposite Corey Feldman and Corey Haim in “License to Drive,” and Graham has worked steadily since. In addition to “The Hangover

Part III,” she appears in “At Any Price” a drama from “Chop Shop” director Ramin Bahrani with Zac Efron and Dennis Quaid, and is currently filming episodes of Showtime’s “Californication.” Graham also recently completed work on her first screenplay. “My dream is, I just wrote a script that I want to direct, and I have these investors and hopefully it’s going to happen later this summer. That would be amazing,” Graham said. “It’s a comedy about sex, and when you sort of grow up with a sense of shame about your sexuality, how you learn to enjoy it and feel good about it.” And now, Graham feels good about her return to the “Hangover” saga. She missed the character, but as she said, things worked out for Jade, even without Stu. “I guess I had sort of hoped that Stu and I would have more of a romance, and I’m happy that my (Jade’s) life went in a good direction,” Graham said. “So I think it was nice of Todd to give Jade a good ending.” Travel and accommodations provided by Warner Bros.

MOVIES COPPOLA’S ‘BLING RING’ AT HOME AT DECADENT CANNES CANNES, France — Sofia Coppola was just 8 years old when she first came to the Cannes Film Festival. Her father, Francis Ford Coppola, was there to premiere a work-in-progress cut of a film he had spent years wrestling with: “Apocalypse Now.” “I have nice memories of Cannes,” Coppola said in an interview Thursday on the roof of the Palais, the festival center. “I remember coming here as a kid and then my first movie, ‘Virgin Suicides,’ had our first screening ever here. I feel like my career started here.” Sofia Coppola Growing up in such surroundings, one would think, would have heavily informed Coppola’s latest film, “The Bling Ring,” a deadpan drama about celebrity-obsessed teenagers in Los Angeles who break into the homes of Paris Hilton and other stars. But Coppola says the movie world she grew up in isn’t the same as today’s starcrazed culture.

MUSIC SUGARLAND’S NETTLES GOES SOLO NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Sugarland’s Jennifer Nettles is releasing a solo album. Nettles said Friday in a news release that she is working with Rick Rubin and will release the album in the fall. Rumors that Nettles would release a solo album have been prevalent for a while. Grammy Award-winning Sugarland includes Kristian Bush and is one of country music’s most successful and honored acts. The duo remains together, but each is working solo currently. The news comes six months after the 38-year-old singer had Jennifer her first child, a son, with husNettles band Justin Miller. Nettles said in the release she is “absolutely thrilled and wholly proud” to work with Rubin, an acclaimed producer who helped country act The Dixie Chicks win a best album Grammy.

TELEVISION ROWLAND, RUBIO ADDED AS JUDGES ON ‘THE X FACTOR’ COMPETITION NEW YORK — Simon Cowell has added former Destiny’s Child singer Kelly Rowland and Latin artist Paulina Rubio to the cast of his competition show “The X Factor.” Rowland and Rubio will be on the show when it starts its third season on Fox this fall. They replace Britney Spears and record producer Antonio “L.A.” Reid. It’s a reunion for Rowland and Cowell. She served as a judge for a season on the more successful British version of the Kelly Rowland music show. In a news release Monday, Rubio told Cowell to “be careful what you wish for.” She said she wondered if the notoriously cranky judge would be ready to handle her.

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Zach Galifianakis plays Alan in “The Hangover Part III.”

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‘Hangover, Part III’ gets tense at last In Hollywood, where every moneymaking franchise is milked until it lies there like a desiccated husk of its former self, closing out “The Hangover” series after three movies qualifies as an act of selfless virtue. And there is something oddly daring about how director Todd Phillips is putting “The Wolfpack” down, because “The Hangover, Part III” radiates more tension than hilarity. It’s as if Phillips is taking a cue from Larry David’s final “Seinfeld” episode, and now Phil, Stu, Alan and Doug are going to pay — big time. Oh sure, “Part III” starts out with an appropriately stupid gesture in which Alan (Zach Galifianakis) gets into big trouble while transporting a large zoo animal, but it’s not long before the aggressively immature manchild is face down in the desert with Phil (Bradley Cooper), Stu (Ed Helms) and Doug (Justin Bartha) with guns trained on them. It seems Mr. Chow (Ken Jeong) has escaped from his Thai prison and ripped off a gangster named Marshall (John Goodman), and Marshall now wants “The Wolfpack” to deliver Chow.

MOVIE REVIEW ‘THE HANGOVER, PART III’ R 1:40

2½ STARS

Starring: Zach Galifianakis, Bradley Cooper, Ed Helms, Ken Jeong, Melissa McCarthy. (Pervasive language, including sexual references, some violence and drug content, and brief graphic nudity)

“The Hangover, Part III” is super Chow-centric — Phillips gives the extremely capable Jeong more screen time than the two previous films combined, and compared to the emphasis on Chow antics, the rest of the ’pack is just along for the ride. Jeong takes it and runs with it, but Mr. Chow is a much more malevolent presence in this final chapter, and as the boys track Chow to a hiding place in Caesars Palace, he’s throwing himself an end-of-the-world party worthy of Tony Montana from “Scarface” or Randall Flagg from “The Stand.” Alan has plenty of problems and his friends are doing their best to help him, but his biggest failing is putting so much trust in Chow. Fans who went nuts for the manic debauchery of

the first films will notice the decidedly more somber tone of this installment, and despite some funny moments from Melissa McCarthy as Alan’s love interest, “The Hangover, Part III” is pretty hard-boiled — there’s a serious, nomessing-around body count. Phillips hit his stride as a director once R-rated comedies became popular again in the mid-’00s, but this time around, the f-bomb-tobullet ratio achieves near parity. Is it truly the end? Well, Phillips leaves himself an opportunity to move forward thanks to a funny epilogue that recalls the best moments of the first movie — despite the ramped-up violence, he hasn’t exactly snuffed out this franchise once and for all. But given that 2011’s “Part II” was a

weak rewrite of the original and “Part III” summons most of its energy from action rather than laughs, it’s time for “The Hangover” to go cold turkey. — George Lang

NEW YORK — A painting of actress Bea Arthur topless has sold for $1.9 million at a New York City auction. The painting is by artist John Currin and is titled “Bea Arthur Naked.” It sold at Christie’s auction of postwar and contemporary art on May 15. It had been expected to bring in between $1.8 million and $2.5 million. Christie’s hasn’t said who bought it. The 1991 oil painting depicts the late television actress nude from the waist up. Christie’s said Thursday the image was based Detail from “Bea Arthur on a photograph of her with her Naked” clothes on. Arthur gained fame for her Emmy Award-winning roles in “Maude” and “The Golden Girls” in the 1970s and ’80s. She died of cancer in 2009 at age 86. ASSOCIATED PRESS

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2009 CHEVY MALIBU LT, HAIL SALE! $10,988. BobMooreMazda.com 405-301-8560 2009 CHEVROLET HHR, LS Package, AM/FM CD player, remote start, automatic, $11,488. 405-562-5391 co. '09 Chevy Malibu LTZ lthr, red, 46k, hail sale $11,984 753-8792 BobHowardHonda.com 2009 CHEVY COBALT, LS Pkg, 6200 original miles, $8988. 936-8857 BobHowardDodge.com

2009 DODGE JOURNEY R/T, 3rd row seating, rear entertainment, $12,988. 405-562-5391 co. '06 DODGE CHARGER R/T Daytona Edit, $12,999 Bob Moore Buick-GMC (888) 378-5165

2012 CHEVY MALIBU, 20K, $17,488. (405) 310-0511 co.

2012 FORD FOCUS SEL, one owner, loaded, Hail Sale only $13,993. BobMooreMazda.com 405-301-8560

2012 CHEV CRUZE 2LT, only 31K miles, $17,988. 405-310-0583 co. 2012 CHEVROLET CRUZE LT, loaded, leather, HAIL SALE! $14,988. BobMooreMazda.com 405-301-8560

2006 ACURA TL TECH, 177K, nav, Hail Sale Pricing, $7492. BOB HOWARD ACURA 753-8752

'72 Dodge PK 318, ac, 8' bed, clean, $2495, 943-4711

'02 PT Crusier Touring Ed, leather loaded, nice $3,550 ¡ 863-6399

2008 CHEVROLET MALIBU HYBRID, LS trim, automatic, keyless entry, alloys, $12,988. 405-562-5391 co. 2008 BUICK LACROSSE, perfect Carfax, and only 29,000 miles! Priced to sell $16,977. BobMooreMazda.com 405-301-8560

2008 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER LX, automatic, power package, good miles, $5998. 405-562-5391 co.

2011 CHEVY CAMARO CONVERTIBLE SS, lthr, loaded, 1900 one owner miles, DON'T MISS! 936-8857 BobHowardDodge.com

2006 CAD CTS, clean Carfax, only $11,988. 405-310-0583 co.

2010 ACURA TSX TECH, navigation, 73K, Hail Free $21,981. BOB HOWARD ACURA 753-8752

2007 ACURA MDX, navigation, leather, Hail-Free, $19,981. BOB HOWARD ACURA 753-8752

2011 CHEVROLET CAMARO 2-SS CONVERTIBLE, 6 sp, automatic, RS Package, remote start, $31,988. 405-562-5391 co.

2011 CHRYSLER 300 LIMITED, navigation, heated seats, alloys, keyless, loaded, only 10K miles, $26,488. 405-562-5391 co.

2012 CHARGER SE, loaded, clean Carfax, 3 to choose from, $18,988 936-8857 BobHowardDodge.com

2006 CADILLAC DTS, Carfax 1 owner, luxury level 1, Northstar V-8, bucket seats, $12,988. 405-562-5391 co.

2010 Chevy Camaro 2SS, 6 speed, nice one owner, ony $29,900. Byford Buick GMC 405.381.8139

2008 ACURA MDX, TECH, nav, 88k lthr 3rd row hail sale $22,981. BOB HOWARD ACURA 753-8752

2011 CHEV CAMARO 2SS, HUD, stripes, $28,988. 405-310-0583 co.

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2011 CADILLAC DTS, navigation, sunroof, heated/cooled seats, remote start, NICE!!! 405-562-5391 co.

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2012 CAD CTS, low miles, clean Carfax, $34,988. 405-310-0583 co.

2012 CHRYSLER 300C, Hemi, lthr, nav, $22,988. BobHowardDodge.com

'10 CHEVY CAMARO LT, Silver, only 58 mi. $18,988. 405-896-2190 co.

2011 BUICK LACROSSE CXS, $25,988. 405-310-0583 co.

2012 CHRYSLER 300 LIMITED, heated seats, 8'' screen, leather, one owner, $19,988. 936-8857 BobHowardDodge.com

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'12 CADILLAC SRX, Premium Collection, $35,988. 405-896-2190 co.

2011 BUICK REGAL CXL, alloys, sunroof, 20K miles, heated seats, bluetooth, $18,988. 405-562-5391 co.

2013 CHRYSLER 300 TOURING, white, leather, heated seats, 8'' screen, Sirius radio, only $22,988. 936-8857 BobHowardDodge.com

2012 CHRYSLER 200, auto, air, 40K, financing avail WAC $13,981 BOB HOWARD ACURA 753-8752

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2006 Chevy Malibu LT, low miles, loaded. Byford Buick GMC 405.381.8139 1998 CHEVY CORVETTE CONVERTIBLE, America's Muscle at its finest, 51,000 original miles, won't last. 936-8857 BobHowardDodge.com

2008 CADILLAC STS, AWD, V-8 Northstar, sunroof, navigation, ventilated seats, magnetic ride, $19,988. 405-562-5391 co. 2008 Cadillac STS, nav, roof, loaded, only $19,900. Byford Buick GMC 405.381.8139

2006 CHEVROLET HHR, loaded, 38K, $11,988. (405) 310-0511 co.

'12 CHEVY CRUZE LTZ, Loaded with only 31k mi. $19,988. 405-896-2190 co. 2012 Chevy Impala 21k, beige, super nice, $18,981. 753-8793 BobHowardHonda.com

2008 CHEVROLET AVEO, LS Package, only 50K miles, great gas mileage car, $9898. 405-562-5391 co.

2012 FORD FOCUS SEL, 36K, $16,488. (405) 310-0511 co.

2007 CHEV HHR, low miles, $9900. 405-310-0583 co.

'12 FORD EDGE 28k mls, $22,995 Bob Moore Buick-GMC (888) 378-5165

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'12 Ford Focus, 35k, red, super clean, $16,481. 753-8793 BobHowardHonda.com

2007 MERCEDES E-350, navigation, sunroof, only 60K miles, very clean, $20,988. 405-562-5391 co.

2012 Ford Mustang, black, 35k, auto, pwr, warr $15,984 753-8793 BobHowardHonda.com

2004 MERCEDES BENZ C320, very clean car, clean carfax, $8988. 405-310-0583 co. 2008 HONDA ACCORD, V6, 74K, $16,377. (405) 310-0511 co.

2009 HYUNDAI SANTA FE LTD, one owner, won't last, new tires, HAIL SALE! only $15,988. BobMooreMazda.com 405-301-8560

2007 LEXUS ES350, leather, loaded, $17,988. 405-310-0583 co. 2006 LEXUS RX330, lthr, sunroof, hail free, ready to go 94K $16,981 BOB HOWARD ACURA 753-8752 '04 LEXUS GX470,Hard Loaded, Only $11,988. 405-896-2190 co.

'11 FORD EDGE LTD, fully loaded, Nav, 20'', Hail Sale, $23,988. BobMooreMazda.com 405-301-8560 2008 HONDA CIVIC, 88K, $11,988. (405) 310-0511 co. '08 HONDA CIVIC LX, Auto, 83k mi., only $9988. 405-896-2190 co.

2008 HYUNDAI SANTA FE, 58K, $14,988. (405) 310-0511 co.

'02 TOWNCAR CARTIER, beige, orig owner, non smoker, low mi., garaged, $6250, 405-823-2222

'08 HYUNDAI ACCENT auto, 70k mls, $37,995 Bob Moore Buick-GMC (888) 378-5165

'09 FORD MUSTANG, V6, auto, power, air, low miles, only $14,988. Bob Moore Dodge Chrysler Jeep 720-4000

'00 Accord LX, runs/drives exc, new tires, 5spd $2950. 885-5555 '99 Accord LX, runs/drives good, gas saver $1650. 885-5555

2007 INFINITI M35X, wood trim, nav, 41K, nicely loaded $22,981 BOB HOWARD ACURA 753-8752

'08 Ford Mustang, grey,spoiler, hail sale pricing $9984. 753-8792 BobHoward Honda.com '06 Ford Mustang GT, prem lthr, silver, $10,984. 753-8792 BobHowardHonda.com

2003 Ford Taurus, good tires, good body, some hail damage never repaired, $2,100obo, cash or trade. 405-885-2572 2003 FORD TAURUS, auto, daily driver, cloth interior, $3981. BOB HOWARD ACURA 753-8752 01 Taurus SE 3.0L 119K mi loaded new tires $2450 201-3831 2000 Ford Explorer good cond, 197k mi, $2800, 405-464-9194

'08 HUMMER H3, Luxury 4WD, Some Hail, $18,997. 478-5380 BOBHOWARDNISSAN.COM 2007 HUMMER H-3, keyless, leather, sunroof, tow pkg, tinted windows, $18,988. 405-562-5391 co.

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2012 CR-V EXL, 12K, white, lthr, nicely equipped, hail free, $27,982 BOB HOWARD ACURA 753-8752 '11 Honda Accord LXP, black, hail sale pricing $14,982 753-8792 BobHowardHonda.com '10 Honda Certified Accord EX-L V6 wht, 36k, $19,981 753-8792 BobHowardHonda.com

'11 Hyundai Sonata, 18k, grey, hail sale $16,982 753-8793 BobHowardHonda.com

2004 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE, 72K, A/C, sunroof, auto $7,481 BOB HOWARD ACURA 753-8752

'04 NISSAN 350Z convertible! Won't last! $11,988. 405-896-2190 co. 2001 Nissan Pathfinder LE, 4x4, leather, roof 1-owner only $5900 Byford Buick GMC 405.381.8139

03 Alero, runs great, clean, ac, cd, spoiler, alloy, $2500 obo 441-0858

2004 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX, low low miles, $6988. 405-310-0583 co. '03 Grand AM SE, nice, CD, cold AC, $3,950 ¡ 863-6399

'07 OUTLOOK AWD XE, some hail, $9997. 478-5380 BOBHOWARDNISSAN.COM 2006 SATURN VUE, V6 auto, FWD, X clean, $7988. 936-8857 BobHowardDodge.com '02 SATURN SL1 SEDAN, auto, air, only 58,000 miles. Bob Moore Dodge Chrysler Jeep 720-4000

'09 Smart Car, passion red, fuel saver, $10,981 753-8793 BobHowardHonda.com

'12 MAZDA 3 Hatchback IGT, nav, Hail Sale, cert local trade $15,988 BobMooreMazda.com 405-301-8560

2012 NISSAN MAXIMA, white, 30K, $24,988. (405) 310-0511 co.

'13 SUBARU LEGACY LIMITED, moonroof, nav, eyesight, $30,988. 405-896-2190 co. 2007 SUZUKI FORENZA, auto, low miles, only $4988. 936-8857 BobHowardDodge.com

2012 MAZDA 3 GT, lth, roof, navi, local trade cert Hail Sale! $19,988 BobMooreMazda.com 405-301-8560

2012 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS, perfect car, Hail Sale, $14,988 BobMooreMazda.com 405-301-8560

'11 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS $12,995 Bob Moore Buick-GMC (888) 378-5165

2007 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE, 57K, $11,988. (405) 310-0511 co.

2012 NISSAN ALTIMA, black, under 40K miles, clean Carfax, $15,988. 405-310-0583 co.

2012 JEEP WRANGLER, 13K, $32,488. (405) 310-0511 co.

'12 Hyundai Veloster, black, 15k, auto, pwr $18,982 753-8793 BobHowardHonda.com

2010 MINI COOPER, only 26K miles, $19,988. 405-310-0583 co.

2012 MAZDA 2 TOURING, auto, one owner, HAIL SALE! $12,988. BobMooreMazda.com 405-301-8560

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2008 Nissan Altima, 2 door, one owner, lthr, loaded, Call for price! Byford Buick GMC 405.381.8139

2007 SENTRA, 80K, auto, air, grt daily driver, hail free, $10,981. BOB HOWARD ACURA 753-8752

2013 NISSAN JUKE, S Pkg, 463 one owner mi, tagged, $15,988. 936-8857 BobHowardDodge.com

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2006 HUMMER H-3, 60K miles, running boards, leather, sunroof, clean, $17,888. 405-562-5391 co.

2013 New GMC Terrain only $23,900.00 Byford Buick GMC 405.381.8139

1987 Honda Civic LX, 5spd, new paint, exc. cond, family owned since new, 83K, $4850 706-6400

2012 MAZDA 5 SPORT WAGON, 3 row seating, certified, HAIL SALE! only $12,988. BobMooreMazda.com 405-301-8560

www.jaguarofokc.com 2009 HUMMER H3, monsoon stereo, off-road package, only $18,988. 405-562-5391 co.

2009 VERSA 6K mi, white, $11,488. (405) 310-0511 co.

2012 MINI COOPER HATCHBACK, automatic, Carfax 1 owner, alloys, leather, $21,988. 405-562-5391 co.

2008 MINI COOPER, loaded, low miles, only $19,588. 405-310-0583 co.

2009 INFINITI FX35, 60K, $24,988. (405) 310-0511 co. 2007 INFINITI M-35, nav., roof, 70k miles, $18,991 Bob Moore Buick-GMC (888) 378-5165

'09 MAXIMA SEDAN moon AT ac pw pl Some hail $15,997 478-5380 BOBHOWARDNISSAN.COM

2007 NISSAN ALTIMA, hard to find, $11,988. 405-310-0583 co. 2013 SPEED 3, one owner, 2000 miles, HAIL SALE! only $19,988. BobMooreMazda.com 405-301-8560

2004 HONDA ACCORD 2 DOOR, automatic, HAIL SALE! $6988. BobMooreMazda.com 405-301-8560

'09 Ford Focus SE, 43000 miles, grey, $9,200 »» 405-651-3434

2005 Focus, 1 owner, 80K actual miles, call for more information, $5895, 677-3384 or 414-6447.

'05 MERC GRAND MARQUIS, loaded, only 52,000 miles. Bob Moore Dodge Chrysler Jeep 720-4000

2012 INFINITI G-37, Journey Pkg, one owner, clean Carfax, $25,988. 936-8857 BobHowardDodge.com

2011 FORD MUSTANG GT, 6 spd, 35K blk beauty hail free $26,981 BOB HOWARD ACURA 753-8752

2010 Ford Taurus, frost white, leather, 40K mi $16,000. 615-7233

'07 Mercury Grand Marquis LS 1 owner, all options, only $10,900 Byford Buick GMC 405.381.8139

2009 NISSAN MAXIMA, 78K, $21,988. (405) 310-0511 co.

'11 MINI COOPER COUNTRYMAN, Must see!! $15,988. 405-896-2190 co.

2011 FORD MUSTANG GT, Rousch accessories, $27,988. 405-310-0583 co.

2010 FORD FUSION, SE Pkg, X clean, low miles, $14,988. 936-8857 BobHowardDodge.com

'96 Mercedes S420, fully loaded, pw/pl, $1,450. 885-5555

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2012 JEEP PATRIOT, 25K, $17,988. (405) 310-0511 co. '12 JEEP WRANGLER SPORT auto, 7k mls, pw/pl, $25,995 Bob Moore Buick-GMC (888) 378-5165

2012 MAZDA 2 TOURING, local trade, Certified, HAIL SALE! Only $12,988. BobMooreMazda.com 405-301-8560

2012 NISSAN ALTIMA, black, 36K, $17,988. (405) 310-0511 co. '12 TOYOTA CAMRY L, import reliability! $15,988. 405-896-2190 co.

2012 JEEP WRANGLER RUBICON 2dr, one owner, auto, 4x4, hard top, 3K miles, Save Thousands. 936-8857 BobHowardDodge.com 2012 JEEP PATRIOT, SPORT Pkg, low 1 owner mi, $13,988. 936-8857 BobHowardDodge.com

2010 Honda CR-V, grey, hail sale pricing $16,982. 753-8792 BobHowardHonda.com

2011 ACCENT, 32K, auto, AC, Hail Free, fin avail WAC, $12,981. BOB HOWARD ACURA 753-8752

'10 Cert Honda Accord, 25k, silver, very clean, $25,981. 753-8792 BobHowardHonda.com

2010 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS Pkg, X clean, $9988. 936-8857 BobHowardDodge.com

2011 JEEP WRANGLER SPORT 4x4 2 door hard top, auto, 4x4, all power, 15,000 one owner miles, clean Carfax, $23,988. 936-8857 BobHowardDodge.com

2010 HONDA CIVIC LX, 75K, auto, A/C, cloth int, No Hail, $13,981. BOB HOWARD ACURA 753-8752

'10 HYUNDAI SANTA FE SE, only 32k mi. $17,988. 405-896-2190 co.

2010 JEEP WRANGLER SAHARA 4 door 4x4, hard top, auto, Hurry won't last, $23,988. 936-8857 BobHowardDodge.com 2009 Jeep Gr Cherokee, 4X4, nav, leather, loaded, $28,981. BOB HOWARD ACURA 753-8752 2008 JEEP COMMANDER OVERLAND, Hemi, lthr, nav, roof, has it all, X clean, low miles, $19,988. 936-8857 BobHowardDodge.com

2011 MAZDA MIATA CONVERTIBLE, hard top, leather, Hail Sale! one owner, $21,988. BobMooreMazda.com 405-301-8560

'12 KIA FORTE EX, only 33k mi., Won't last! $17,988. 405-896-2190 co.

2012 TOYOTA CAMRY SE, 19K, $22,988. (405) 310-0511 co. '12 Toyota Yaris, white, auto, hail sale $11,981 753-8793 BobHowardHonda.com 2012 CUBE, 4K, $17,988. (405) 310-0511 co.

'08 MAZDA MX5, black, 40K mi, only $14,988. 405-896-2190 co.

2012 Nissan Rogue, one owner, loaded, only 13k miles! Byford Buick GMC 405.381.8139

'12 ALTIMA CPE, alloys, PW, PL, Some Hail, $13,997. 478-5380 BOBHOWARDNISSAN.COM 2007 MAZDA MX-5, 36K miles, Convertible, ready for spring, $14,988. 405-310-0583 co.

'11 RANGE ROVER SPORT! Only 25k mi. $53,488. 405-896-2190 co.

2012 ALTIMA COUPE, 22K, auto, air, red, ready, Hail Free, $19,981. BOB HOWARD ACURA 753-8752

'07 Land Rover Range Rover black, loaded, $2,981 753-8792 BobHowardHonda.com 2006 RANGE ROVER SUPER CHARGED, HSE, 90k miles, $22,881. Bob Moore Buick-GMC (888) 378-5165 2006 LAND ROVER SPORT HSE, Luxury package, navigation, sunroof, only 60K miles, $25,988. 405-562-5391 co.

2011 LEXUS RX350, 32K, nav, nicely equipped, hail free, $35,981 BOB HOWARD ACURA 753-8752 '10 Lexus, IS250, black, clean, hail sale pricing, $26,982 753-8792 BobHowardHonda.com '10 Lexus RX350 blk, lthr, nav, snrf, hail sale $28,982 753-8793 BobHowardHonda.com

'12 NISSAN VERSA 1.8L, Gas Sipper! Low mi., $16,988. 405-896-2190 co. 2007 MAZDA CX-7, clean carfax, only $15,588. 405-310-0583 co. 2005 MAZDA TRIBUTE, beige, 147K, 6cyl, 2WD, A/C, auto $6981 BOB HOWARD ACURA 753-8752 Roadster 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2Dr, Convertible, 2WD, Manual, White ext, Tan int, great cond, A/C, AM/FM stereo, analog gauges, ABS, CD, cruise, int wipers, pwr mirrors, PS, PW, rear defrost, trip odometer, Excellent condition. Fun little roadster. $6,000 JM1NB3534Y0153576 405226-4854 krweiss @hotmail.com 1999 Mazda B6000 pickup, 4x4, one owner. Byford Buick GMC 405.381.8139

'12 NISSAN ALTIMA 2.5S CPE, 4cyl, Hail Sale Pricing, $15,992! BOB HOWARD ACURA 753-8752 2012 NISSAN ALTIMA, 10 to choose, from $15,900. 405-310-0583 co.

2010 TOYOTA PRIUS, black, economical Hybrid, $19,988. 405-310-0583 co. '10 Toyota Camry, beige, super clean ,1-owner $16,981 753-8793 BobHowardHonda.com '10 TOYOTA CAMRY XLE V6, 39K lthr, hail Sale Pricing, $17,742! BOB HOWARD ACURA 753-8752

'12 ALTIMA 2.5 S, AT, AC, PW, PL, Some Hail, $12,497. 478-5380 BOBHOWARDNISSAN.COM

2009 TOYOTA COROLLA, 1 owner, $11,988. 405-310-0583 co. 2011 NISSAN MAXIMA, 1 owner, 34K miles, $21,988. 405-310-0583 co.

2009 TOYOTA COROLLA XLE, HAIL SALE! $12,988. BobMooreMazda.com 405-301-8560 2006 SOLARA CONV, nav, DVD. This one has it all, $14,981. BOB HOWARD ACURA 753-8752

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2007 LEXUS IS250, loaded, local trade, black, Hail Sale! $16,988. BobMooreMazda.com 405-301-8560

2011 AVALON, $25,988. (405) 310-0511 co.

'12 MAXIMA, moon, AT, PW, PL, $20,991. 478-5380 BOBHOWARDNISSAN.COM

'12 Nissan Vera, manual, silver, fuel svr, clean $13,981 753-8793 BobHowardHonda.com

'09 RANGE ROVER SPORT, Super charged! Only $34,988. 405-896-2190 co.

2012 TOYOTA PRIUS, 25K, nav, leather, heated seats $26,981 BOB HOWARD ACURA 753-8752

2012 NISSAN MAXIMA PREMIUM, has everything, 1 owner, $33,988. 405-310-0583 co.

'05 JEEP WRANGLER, 6cyl, AC, only 52,000 miles. Bob Moore Dodge Chrysler Jeep 720-4000

'12 KIA SORENTO LX, V6 power, Great condition, $21,988. 405-896-2190 co.

2012 ALTIMA, 33K mi, $15,977. (405) 310-0511 co.

2007 MERCEDES SLK350 ROADSTER Convertible, alloys, automatic, super NICE!!!! $23,988. 405-562-5391 co.

2002 TOYOTA CAMRY, 164K, great daily driver, auto AC $5991 BOB HOWARD ACURA 753-8752

2011 370Z, 28K, $26,498. (405) 310-0511 co.

'12 VW Jetta, white, 34k, hail sale pricing $13,982 753-8792 BobHowardHonda.com

2011 Nissan Versa 1 owner, all options, 14k miles! Byford Buick GMC 405.381.8139

2010 Honda Accord EX-L Coupe, blue, hail sale $15,983 753-8793 BobHowardHonda.com

'11 Nissan Altima, 35k, silver, very clean, $15,981. 753-8793 BobHowardHonda.com

'06 VW Red, Save Big - Hail Sale pricing $7984 753-8792 BobHowardHonda.com

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'07 TITAN CC SE, V8, AT, PW, PL, $12,991. 478-5380 BOBHOWARDNISSAN.COM

'01 BEETLE, auto, AC, PW, PL, $5999. 478-5380 BOBHOWARDNISSAN.COM

'02 FRONTIER XE KING CAB, 5 spd, AC, $4849. 478-5380 BOBHOWARDNISSAN.COM 2009 S80 53K mi Silver great cond must see $19,900 249-9933 2008 XC90 53K mi Black, 3rd row seats. BLIS. new tires & brakes extra nice $20,900 364-1693

2008 DODGE RAM 2500 DIESEL, running boards, bed liner & cover, $23,988. 405-562-5391 co.

2012 TOYOTA TUNDRA DOUBLE CAB SR5, 26,000 one owner miles, clean Carfax, $25,988. 936-8857 BobHowardDodge.com

2004 DODGE RAM 2500 4x4, diesel 5.9, clean Carfax, low miles, X clean, only $20,988. 936-8857 BobHowardDodge.com 2011 FORD F-150 SUPER CREW LARIAT 4WD, leather, alloys, back up camera, chrome package, $35,888. 405-562-5391 co.

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2010 Ford F150 Super Cab XLT 31,000 miles, 145'' WB styleside, 4.6L 3V eng, 6spd auto, Tuxedo black, stone 40/20/40 prem cloth, 3.55 limited slip axle, PW, PL, PS, XLT chrome pkg, XLT convenience pkg, pwr heated mirrors, pwr sliding back window, rear defroster, fog lights, trailer tow pkg, sync, tailgate step, keyless entry keypad, rear view camera, reverse sensing syst, Retrax bed cover, bed mat, weather tech flr mats, nonsmker, garage kept, Michelen tires. Bought new, none better! Price incl remainder of 7yr/100K Prem Care Ford ext warr. $23,500 »» 417-206-0780 '10 FORD RANGER SUPER CAB 4x4, only 33,000 miles. Bob Moore Dodge Chrysler Jeep 720-4000

2011 TOYOTA TUNDRA, 35K, $26,488. (405) 310-0511 co. 2011 Toyota Tacoma Crew Cab, lthr, loaded, 1-owner, 17k miles. Byford Buick GMC 405.381.8139 2010 Toyota Tundra, Quad Cab 44k, 4x4, just see $29,982. BOB HOWARD ACURA 753-8752 '09 Toyota Tacoma TRD 50K MOLS, $20,991 Bob Moore Buick-GMC (888) 378-5165 2008 TOYOTA TACOMA PRERUNNER DOUBLE CAB, V-6, alloys, power package, custom wheels, $18,988. 405-562-5391 co. '05 Toyota Tundra Ext Cab Limited, loaded, Only $9900. Byford Buick GMC 405.381.8139

'10 Ford F-150 Platinum, crewcab, 4x4, wht, lo mi $30,983. 753-8792 BobHowardHonda.com

2007 TITAN, red, $15,988. (405) 310-0511 co. 2008 RIDGELINE RTL, Quad Cab, lthr, nav, Hail Free, $17,982. BOB HOWARD ACURA 753-8752 NEW '13 SIERRA Z71 4x4 Lift Kit DG103563 $15,000off after rebate Andy 405-936-8800 co.

2009 FORD RANGER, 39K, $14,988. (405) 310-0511 co.

'09 Chevy 3500 Crew Cab Dually Diesel, only $26,900 Byford Buick GMC 405.381.8139

'09 Ford F150 Crew Cab 4x4 King Ranch, 1 owner, all options, call for price! Byford Buick GMC 405.381.8139

'12 FORD EDGE, V6, auto, air, low miles, only $21,998. Bob Moore Dodge Chrysler Jeep 720-4000

2007 GMC Yukon Denali AWD, Nav, DVD, Leather, loaded. Byford Buick GMC 405.381.8139

'09 FORD F150 SUPER CREW XLT, only 22,000 miles. Bob Moore Dodge Chrysler Jeep 720-4000

2012 CHEV SILVERADO CREW CAB, 4X4, Rockstar Rims, leather, $33,988. 405-310-0583 co. 2008 FORD F-250 SUPER DUTY CREW CAB LARIAT 4x4, diesel, HAIL SALE! $26,988. BobMooreMazda.com 405-301-8560 2008 Ford F350 Dually Diesel, 4x4, 1-owner, w/flatbed, $14,900. Byford Buick GMC 405.381.8139 2012 CHEV CREW CAB LTZ, nav, heated/cooled seats, Callaway Pk, Supercharged 540HP $47,988. 405-562-5391 co.

2001 FORD F150 XL EXT CAB, work truck, A/C, 4x4, 131K, $6991 BOB HOWARD ACURA 753-8752 '98 Ford F150 ext cab, long bed, 4WD new motor $4250¡863-6399 2012 AVALANCHE LTZ, 25K miles, $42,988. 405-310-0583 co.

We sell FORD TRUCKS for less.

2012 Chevy Crew Cab Z-71 4x4, loaded, 6k miles, call for price! Byford Buick GMC 405.381.8139

2013 New GMC 1500 Reg Cab Sierra $16,900 all rebates applied Byford Buick GMC 405.381.8139

2012 CHEVY SILVERADO X-CAB LT 4x4, 16,000 one owner miles, clean Carfax, don't miss, $26,988. 936-8857 BobHowardDodge.com 2012 Chevy Crew Cab, 4x4, all terrain pkg., loaded, one owner. Byford Buick GMC 405.381.8139

2011 GMC 1500 Crew Cab Denali AWD, one owner, loaded, call for price! Byford Buick GMC 405.381.8139 2011 GMC 1500 Ext Cab SLE, loaded, one owner, Call for Price! Byford Buick GMC 405.381.8139

2011 Chevy Avalanche LT, one owner, loaded, only 18k miles. Byford Buick GMC 405.381.8139

2011 GMC 1500 Crew Cab SLE w/tool box 20k mi $23,900 Byford Buick GMC 405.381.8139

2011 Chevy Crew Lt 1 owner, load only, 23k miles Byford Buick GMC 405.381.8139

2010 GMC 1500 Crew Cab, SLE, 2WD, loaded, only $23,900. Byford Buick GMC 405.381.8139

2011 CHEVY AVALANCHE LT, lthr, 9k miles, $32,991. Bob Moore Buick-GMC (888) 378-5165

'10 CANYON CREW CAB, 37K, Some Hail, $15,997 478-5380 BOBHOWARDNISSAN.COM

2009 CHEVY COLORADO, CREW, 50k miles, $16,881. Bob Moore Buick-GMC (888) 378-5165 '07 SILVERADO SWB REG CAB, V8, AT, $10,991. 478-5380 BOBHOWARDNISSAN.COM

NEW 2013 ENCLAVE, family fun DT211046 $6000 off after rebates Bill 405-936-8800 co.

2008 GMC Canyon Crew Cab, 2WD, 5 CYL, Automatic, great cond, 38,000 mi, new tires and struts, very clean $16750. Roy in Edmond. 405-340-5741 2007 CHEVY 1500 CREW CAB LT, V8, one owner, loaded, only $12,900. Byford Buick GMC 405.381.8139

'04 GMC CANYON, X-CAB, Great Cond. Manual! $8988. 405-896-2190 co.

'05 CHEV 2500 4x4 Diesel Reg Cab, $8988. Bob Moore Dodge Chrysler Jeep 720-4000

'11 Honda Ridgeline, black, lthr, Navi $30981 753-8792 BobHowardHonda.com

'03 CHEVY AVALANCE $6985 CONSIDER Part Trade 946-4371

2012 BUICK ENCLAVE PREMIUM, nav., lthr,only 700 miles,$37,999. Bob Moore Buick-GMC (888) 378-5165

2012 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV, navigation, sunroof, buckets, chrome 22's, heated/cooled seats, $62,988. 405-562-5391 co.

2003 GMC ENVOY 4x4, 3rd row, cloth interior, Hail Free, $7481. BOB HOWARD ACURA 753-8752 2012 HONDA PILOT, EXL, 18k miles, $30,777. Bob Moore Buick-GMC (888) 378-5165 2011 HONDA PILOT EX-L, 2WD, nav, leather, 34K, black $29,981 BOB HOWARD ACURA 753-8752

2008 FORD EDGE LIMITED, chrome chrome, $18,988. 405-310-0583 co.

2010 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN LTZ, sunroof, rear entertainment, white diamond, $33,988. 405-562-5391 co.

1998 Ford Expedition, 4X4 Eddie Bauer, strong V8, 200K, $2500 or trade for Harley 405-943-4638

2010 Chevy Traverse LT all options 1-owner Byford Buick GMC 405.381.8139

'11 HYUNDAI VERACRUZ, hard to find! $20,488. 405-896-2190 co.

NEW 2013 GMC YUKON XL SLT DR168550 $44,299 after rebates Bill 405-936-8800 co.

2009 HYUNDAI SANTA FE LTD, lthr, sunroof, alloys, lo mi $11,988 936-8857 BobHowardDodge.com

2010 CHEV EQUINOX, 50K, auto, A/C, hail sale pricing, $14,981. BOB HOWARD ACURA 753-8752

NEW 2013 GMC YUKON, Blk/Blk DR148759 $10,000off after rebate Bill 405-936-8800 co.

2002 Hyundai Sante Fe 5Dr, Sport Utility, 2.7L V6, Automatic, 201000 mi, No A/C, $2800 OBO. (405)414-4679

2009 Chevy Suburban LTZ, nav, DVD, only $25,900. Byford Buick GMC 405.381.8139

'08 CHEV TAHOE 4WD LT3, 22's, Some Hail, $19,997. 478-5380 BOBHOWARDNISSAN.COM 2007 CHEVROLET TAHOE 4WD LT3, Conversion package, navigation, sunroof, rear entertainment, $23,988. 405-562-5391 co. 2007 CHEVY TAHOE, LS Pkg, 3rd row seats, clean Carfax, low miles, X clean, $17,988. 936-8857 BobHowardDodge.com

2011 CADILLAC ESCALADE AWD, Platinum, DVD, navigation, roof, clean, $59,988. 405-562-5391 co.

2001 Jeep Cherokee 01 Jeep Cherokee Sport. Extremely Clean, 4L 6Cyl Engine. 103K miles. Call or Text 520-477-2803 2500,

2009 CADILLAC ESCALADE EXT, white diamond, navi, roof, rear DVD, $34,988. 405-562-5391 co.

2012 GMC ACADIA DENALI, navigation, rear entertainment, buckets, sunroof, loaded!!! $38,988. 405-562-5391 co. 2012 GMC Yukon SLT, DVD, leather, loaded, only $44,900. Byford Buick GMC 405.381.8139 2012 GMC Acadia all options NEW $28,900 all rebates applied Byford Buick GMC 405.381.8139

2006 CHEVY EQUINOX, LT Pkg, X clean, only $7988. 936-8857 BobHowardDodge.com '05 CHEVY SUBURBAN Z71 4x4, lthr, roof, dvd $10,995 Bob Moore Buick-GMC (888) 378-5165 2008 Chrysler Aspen 4Dr, Sport Utility, 2WD, 4.7, Leather Interior, excellent cond, 53,800 Miles, Silver w/Gray Interior, Loaded, Sun Roof, Towing Pkg $17,999. 405-478-2461

2011 CADILLAC SRX, Luxury Pkg, sunroof, heated seats, alloys, remote start, pwr liftgate, $29,988. 405-562-5391 co.

'09 HONDA PILOT EXL, Hard Loaded! Must see! $18,988. 405-896-2190 co.

'2013 GMC YUKON SLT, 12k miles, $37,995. Bob Moore Buick-GMC (888) 378-5165

2008 Chevy Tahoe LTX, Leather, nav, DVD, all opts, only $25,900 Byford Buick GMC 405.381.8139 2012 CADILLAC ESCALADE HYBRID, Platinum 4WD, every option, $69,988. 405-562-5391 co.

'11 Certified Honda Pilot EX-L, 4x4 red, lo mi $30,982 753-8793 BobHowardHonda.com

'01 Ford Expedition, good shape, 134K actual miles, $4,000obo, cash or trade. 405-885-2572

2008 CHEVROLET TAHOE, LT Package, summit white, tow pkg, alloys, V-8, keyless, $21,988. 405-562-5391 co.

2013 TITAN, 12K mi, $28,988. (405) 310-0511 co.

2011 DODGE RAM LARAMIE, Hemi, lthr, nav, roof, $32,988. 936-8857 BobHowardDodge.com

'09 EDGE SEL, FWD, PW, PL, AT, AC, $13,991. 478-5380 BOBHOWARDNISSAN.COM

'08 ESCAPE HYBRID FWD leather some hail, $13,997. 478-5380 BOBHOWARDNISSAN.COM

2012 BUICK ENCLAVE CX AWD, 2nd row captains, leather, backup camera, pwr lift gate, $32,988. 405-562-5391 co.

'02 CHEVY 1500 X-CAB 4x4 lthr, $8995. Bob Moore Buick-GMC (888) 378-5165 '11 Chevy 1500 Reg Cab 1 owner, only 11k miles, $16,900. Byford Buick GMC 405.381.8139

2004 GMC Yukon XL Denali, 1 owner, lthr, nav, DVD, only 50k! Byford Buick GMC 405.381.8139

2012 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN LTZ 4x4, navigation, sunroof, rear entertainment, $51,988. 405-562-5391 co.

2011 CHEVROLET TAHOE LT, black rims, clean Carfax, $33,988. 405-310-0583 co.

'07 GMC CANYON 2WD Quad Cab auto air cloth 94K hail free$13981 BOB HOWARD ACURA 753-8752

2007 CHEV AVALANCHE 4x4 LT, well cared for, hail free, $19,981. BOB HOWARD ACURA 753-8752

2011 FORD ESCAPE, 45K, $16,488. (405) 310-0511 co.

'12 EQUINOX LT FWD, pw, pl, AT, ac, some hail $18,897 478-5380 BOBHOWARDNISSAN.COM

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2012 Chevy SWB LS, 9960 miles, list $26,600, asking $19,900, adult driven, Tuttle, 550-0387.

2010 Chevy Avalanche LTZ, 4x4, nav, DVD, all options, one owner! Byford Buick GMC 405.381.8139

2008 TAHOE LS, local trade, great cond, Hail Sale $19,488. BobMooreMazda.com 405-301-8560

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2013 GMC 2300 4x4 WT Single rear wheel, only $24,900. Byford Buick GMC 405.381.8139

2007 GMC DENALI, 68K actual mi, clean Carfax, AWD, $23,988. 936-8857 BobHowardDodge.com

2008 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV, 3rd row, rear ent, buckets, 22's, only $28,988. 405-310-0583 co.

2007 FORD F150 XL longbed auto, single cab, 167k, work truck $4981 BOB HOWARD ACURA 753-8752 '05 FORD F150 96k mls, man, $8444 Bob Moore Buick-GMC (888) 378-5165

2007 GMC Acadia SLT, AWD, nav, dvd, roof, 1 owner, only $17,900. Byford Buick GMC 405.381.8139

2012 DODGE DURANGO CREW, one owner, low miles, clean Carfax, $26,988. 936-8857 BobHowardDodge.com

2011 GMC ACADIA DENALI AWD, rear entertainment, roof, navigation, $37,988. 405-562-5391 co.

'10 LEXUS RX350, loaded, only 42K mi, $27,488. 405-896-2190 co.

2010 LINCOLN NAVIGATOR, pwr boards, wood trim, heated seats, $30,988. 405-562-5391 co.

2011 GMC YUKON DENALI AWD, pwr boards, captains, navigation, sunroof, rear entertainment, $46,988. 405-562-5391 co. '11 GMC ACADIA, loaded, only 19,000 miles. Bob Moore Dodge Chrysler Jeep 720-4000

2011 DODGE DURANGO CREW, Hemi 5.7, back up cameras, completely loaded, 29,000 one owner miles, clean Carfax, don't miss, $26,988. 936-8857 BobHowardDodge.com

2011 GMC Terrain SLE loaded, rear camera, all options $19,900 Byford Buick GMC 405.381.8139

2010 Dodge Charger SXT, all options, $14,900. Byford Buick GMC 405.381.8139

2011 GMC TERRAIN SLT AWD, 10K miles, navigationm, rear entertainment, loaded!!! $26,988. 405-562-5391 co.

2013 FORD ESCALE XLT, leather, loaded, HAIL SALE! Only $23,988. BobMooreMazda.com 405-301-8560

'10 GMC TERRAIN SLE-2, low miles, only $19,988. Bob Moore Dodge Chrysler Jeep 720-4000

'12 MERCEDES ML350, nav, roof, hard loaded! $44,988. 405-896-2190 co.

2010 MARINER Premier, loaded, lth great carfax Hail Sale! 13,988 BobMooreMazda.com 405-301-8560

'10 GMC TERRAIN SLE-1 $18,991 Bob Moore Buick-GMC (888) 378-5165 2010 GMC Terrain SLT, lthr, loaded nav, dvd, bought here new Byford Buick GMC 405.381.8139

2012 NISSAN FRONTIER 4x4, 19K, $24,988. (405) 310-0511 co.

'09 DODGE RAM 4x4, Nice Truck! $21,488. 405-896-2190 co.

07 Nissan Frontier, 4cyl 5spd, like new, $8000, 91K, 405-476-8902

2009 CADILLAC ESCALADE AWD, chrome 22's, sunroof, 2nd row captains, $33,988. 405-562-5391 co.

2012 EXPLORER XLT 4x4 lth perfect Carfax Hail Sale $27,988 BobMooreMazda.com 405-301-8560

'08 GMC Yukon Denali AWD 1 owner, nav, dvd, roof, $23,900 Byford Buick GMC 405.381.8139

2007 MERCEDES GL-450 AWD, navigation, rear entertainment, sunroof, loaded, $22,988. 405-562-5391 co.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 22, 2013

THE OKLAHOMAN 2007 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY LIMITED, leather, nav, DVD, backup cameras, XXclean $10,988 936-8857 BobHowardDodge.com

Seeking motivated IT person Basic computer & networking skills. Maintaining software, hardware, computers, printers, copiers & telephone systems. Bachelor's Degree or A cert preferred with 3 years exp XP, 2003,2008, Win7. Salary TBD on experience. Send resume to Cynthia at csallee@northwestok.com

Ruff'N'Tuff electric 4whl drive, new batteries, low miles, loading ramps, $5000. 918-339-2287

2008 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN SXT, HAIL SALE, only $7988. BobMooreMazda.com 405-301-8560 2004 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER, V8, 4X4, clean carfax, $6888. 405-310-0583 co.

2012 NISSAN ROGUE, black, 18K, $19,988. (405) 310-0511 co. 2012 NISSAN PATHFINDER, 3K, $31,988. (405) 310-0511 co.

2012 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER, black, 41K, $29,988. (405) 310-0511 co.

2011 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER, 45K, $31,988. (405) 310-0511 co.

'08 Dodge Caravan loaded $8,500 obo, good cond., 376-3260 or 414-3260

1997 Dodge Wheelchair Minivan, 71,600 mi, driver's seat removes, easy lock for wheelchair & can be driven from wheelchair, passenger seat rotates to allow entry from back, power door & ramp, kneeling sys. Asking $10,000. Ardmore (580)313-0642/662-2617 '01 Ford Windstar, dual air, dependable, 78K $3950. 863-6399

2010 TOYOTA 4RUNNER, V6, SR5, low miles, $24,988. 936-8857 BobHowardDodge.com '99 GMC Safari, 176K, loaded, exc. cond. $2,999. 405-527-4333 2010 HONDA ODYSSEY Touring, 28K, dvd, nav, hail free, $30,981. BOB HOWARD ACURA 753-8752 '10 Honda Odyssey Touring navi grey, low miles $28,981 753-8792 BobHowardHonda.com

'11 NISSAN ROGUE SV, leather, roof, nav, $16,988. 405-896-2190 co.

'08 TOYOTA SEQUOIA, Plat. Package, only $34,988. 405-310-0583 co.

2012 NISSAN QUEST, 33K mi, $22,988. (405) 310-0511 co.

2008 TOYOTA FJ-CRUISER, auto, $21,881 Bob Moore Buick-GMC (888) 378-5165 2008 TOYOTA SEQUOIA, nicely equipped and hail free, $24,981. BOB HOWARD ACURA 753-8752 '08 4-RUNNER SR-5, 3 row, V8, 4WD, $16,991. 478-5380 BOBHOWARDNISSAN.COM

'10 NISSAN ARMADA, Titanium Edition, loaded! $25,988. 405-896-2190 co.

2005 TOYOTA 4RUNNER, 150K, $11,988. (405) 310-0511 co. '02 Toyota Sequoia, runs/drives good,fully loaded $4500. 885-5555

2009 NISSAN MURANO, blue, 83K, $19,988. (405) 310-0511 co.

2000 Chevy Astro Van, VGC, Clean, 3rd seat, Rear Air $2950 ¡‘¡‘¡ 306-5137 2013 CHRY TOWN & COUNTRY Touring, quad seats, lthr, DVD, pwr sliding doors, pwr rr hatch, backup cameras, $20,988. 936-8857 BobHowardDodge.com

2009 NISSAN MURANO AWD LE, leather, Carfax, 1 owner, $17,988. 405-562-5391 co. 2007 NISSAN MURANO, 25K, nav, lthr, silver, hail free, $18,981 BOB HOWARD ACURA 753-8752 2004 NISSAN XTERRA, 122K, $7988. (405) 310-0511 co.

2012 TOYOTA SIENNA, family fun, $24,800. 405-310-0583 co. 2004 TOYOTA SIENNA, 96K, auto, AC, seats 7, hail free, $8981 BOB HOWARD ACURA 753-8752

2010 NISSAN PATHFINDER, SE Pkg, 24,000 one owner mi $19,988 936-8857 BobHowardDodge.com

2012 CHRYS TOWN & COUNTRY TOUR, lthr, DVD, pwr sliding drs, pwr rear hatch, quad seats, low low miles, $18,988, 5 to choose. 936-8857 BobHowardDodge.com '12 TOWN & Country Touring dvd lthr some hail $18,997 478-5380 BOBHOWARDNISSAN.COM 2008 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY LIMITED, leather, nav, back up cameras, power sliding doors, one owner, clean Carfax, low miles, $15,988. 936-8857 BobHowardDodge.com

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By Owner 2004 22' TAHOE Q7 Bowrider with 350 inb/outb eng. Less than 150hrs on water. Well maintained & very clean! Asking $10,995 Call Joe 405-245-0995 2010 Tahoe Got a Q4i Tahoe less then 20 hrs on boat, plus tubes,and a warranty tell 2015 always been kept in garage $19,000. 405-391-5866

2011 Bass Tracker Pro 16 never used, cost $14,000, will take $8,000, 405-329-0302. USED BOAT TRAILERS $200-$1800. 1 & 2 AXLES 10'-25' 405-830-8170

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1998 Fisher 24 ft Pontoon Boat $8,500 ¡ 405-685-3530

2005 HD Dyna Super Glide, custom, 15K miles, garage kept, black, $7000, 405-386-2013.

Carpenters, Finishers, Laborers, Loader Operators Sherwood Construction Co., Inc. has immediate openings for Heavy Highway Carpenters, Laborers, Concrete Finishers & Loader Operators. Must be at least 18 years of age & have reliable transportation. Must pass pre-employment drug screen & physical. Medical, Dental, Life, 401(k)+ more. Download application at www.Sherwood.net or apply in person at 600 N. Sunnylane Road, OKC, OK 73117 EOE

2006 Holiday Rambler Endeavor 400 hp Cummings 4 slides, garage kept. Extended Warranty, Every Option, lots of extras, Like new. $107500 billandkathi@yahoo.com 405-381-9331 or 405-641-6257

1997 Allegro Class A 31ft.

motorhome, 112K miles, 460 fuel injected engine, new Michelin tires, new 6ft refrigerator/ freezer, stove, oven & convection oven, 7.5kw Onan power plant, 2 AC units, all fiberglass body, custom paint, vehicle tow hitch, 1 owner, sold new $70,000, asking $12,950. Located in Plano, TX. 214-502-6905 Bill 2005 Newmar Dutchstar 4320 Original owner, always garaged,400 Diesel Caterpillar motor, 25000 miles,4 slides, way too many options to list.43 feet with tag axel. beautiful coach. $139,500. 405-517-8688 2006 Upscale 5th Whl Touring Model, lots of options, 2 slides, Onan LP gen., New a/c, brakes & tires, Lightly used, Exc Cond $25,000 ¡ Also 2011 F-250 4x4 Dsl under warr. w/ slider hitch $48,500 217-719-9243

'99 Hitchhiker 5th whl, kitch & liv rm slideout, new ac, good cond. Selling because of health. $10000 obo. 405-707-7177 1996 Chinook class B motor home, 23 foot, 460 engine, 80K miles, many new parts, complete with pots, pans, dishes, bedding, ready to go!, $16,000, 405-7944338 or 405-410-3119.

2012 Premier 5th whl, 40' 3slides, 2ac, w/d, many options $29,500 817-726-9641

Asbury Medical Supply

F/T Clerical Positions $10-$12/hr

Please submit resumes to (405) 858-0119 or Email jenni@asburymedical.com

CANADIAN VALLEY TECHNOLOGY CENTER, EL RENO CAMPUS, is accepting applications for:

Business Office Clerk

(Activity Fund Custodian) For complete job description and application please go to www.cvtech.edu/jobs or call Paulette Franz at (405) 422-2245. Deadline for applying: Until successful applicant is found. EOE.

Retro Camper - Very clean

flat screen, memory foam mattresses, shower, heat, modern appliances $3,000. 405-826-2375

$75,000 yr. avg starting Salary

DISPATCHER needed for small local trucking co. Must be organized & detail oriented in fast-paced environ. Computer skills req'd. M-F days. Good pay, benefits. Call 405-670-6677

Call NOW 405-213-5700

Legal Assistant. Immediate hire. Friendly, professional, computer literate, exc. communication skills. Collections & billing exp. preferred. Email resume to okclawfirmresumes@gmail.com

2004 25' Jayco 5th wheel, 1 slide 5 new tires, Superglide 5th wheel $11,000 405-517-6456 2012 A-Liner 15 Ft solid wall, all season, fold-down, used 3 times $12,750 OBO ¡ Tuttle, 550-0387 I BUY RVS & TRAILERS (405) 620-5760 2 bedroom, '13 Coachman, loaded, $29,000, in OKC. 870-550-3477

Insurance Adjuster Training In just twelve weeks, you can be Highly Trained, Licensed and Job Ready. Daytime and evening classes available to fit your schedule Laptop with Paid Enrollment

AMERICAN CLEANERS

Hiring Customer Service Reps, Full Time, $9/Hour. Apply at 13901 N. May Ave.

Delivery Driver/Parts Runner

Great pay and Benefits. Great driver record needed. 405-721-3740. Apply for position at: Air Comfort Solutions 908 Messenger Drive Moore, OK 73160

07 27.5' Coachman MH dbl slide Non smoker, no pets, ex cond, 21,273 miles $44,500 email ajcpjc@cox.net or 405-850-2238 2007 Heritage 35ft Travel Trailer pull tight, 2 slide outs, 2 air, washer/dryer, many other extras, good shape $18,500.405-550-5671

COLLECTIONS

Now hiring experienced Collection Specialists for automotive finance company. 40 hours/week. Saturdays are mandatory. Send resume to: humresource@hotmail.com

¡‘¡ DESK CLERK ¡‘¡ Best Western - Yukon Must work weekends. Paid vacation. Holiday differential. Apply within; SW corner of I-40 & Mustang Rd. ‘ 405-265-2995

NW OKC LAW FIRM

2012 Premier 5th whl, 40' 3slides, 2ac, w/d, many options $29,500 817-726-9641

Project Manager/Project Engineer Sherwood Construction Co., Inc. is seeking a highly motivated & goal oriented Project Manager/Project Engineer experienced in Heavy Highway Construction. College degree preferred but not required for candidates with extensive experience. Must be 21 yrs of age, possess a valid driver's license & clean driving record. Must pass preemployment drug screen/ physical. Company vehicle, Medical, Dental, Life, 401(k) PTO + more. Great potential for advancement. Send resume to Tina. Whitfield@Sherwood.net or download application @ www.Sherwood.net

GM SERVICE MANAGER

Must be GM Trained. Good pay with benefits. Must be able to hire, train and motivate all Service Employees. 5K Day Job. We are not a chain dealer. We are locally owned and operated in North Central Oklahoma, with good people to work with and a great town to live in. Send resume to The Oklahoman, Box #2072, P.O. Box 25125, Oklahoma City, OK 73125-0125.

GROUNDS LABORERS

needed, full time, $7.25/hr. Must pass OSBI. No felonies. Mid-Del Area. Call 732-8864, 8:30-2:00. Immediate opening for full-time Groomer at Pet-Vet Grooming Salon in MWC • Must have experience and good hand scissoring ability • please call 405-733-4648 Immediate opening for a Vet-Tech/Assistant at Pet Vet Animal Clinic in MWC. Experience preferred. Great opportunity and competitive pay. 405-733-4648

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GDD is seeking Directional Boring Driller. Experience with DW3020 and Vemeer 2440 is a plus and willingness to travel out of state. Competitive pay, call Jessie at 405-752-4230. HVAC Techs, Installers & Comfort Advisor One Hour Heating & A/C is seeking HVAC Techs. Installers and Comfort Advisor. Need 2-5 yrs. experience in the industry. Call Chris @ 405.326.4653

JOURNEYMAN, ELECTRICIAN & APPRENTICE NEEDED.

Must have experience. OKC area. Moore Electric, Inc. 405-732-3744 LICENSED JOURNEYMAN PLUMBER ...............Call 237-1414...............

Licensed Plumbers

needed with commercial plumbing exp. Also Backhoe Operator Please contact 405-388-6144.

Maintenance Supervisor

Janitorial Help

needed for Office Cleaning. Must have reliable transportation, be dependable & responsible. Call 405-641-1346.

LOAN OFFICER, FULL TIME 8:30 am-5:30 pm M-F. Will train. Apply in person at 300 S. Ranchwood #1, Yukon. No phone calls. Local Utility Company Seeking experienced Directional Driller/ Locator. Must have a Class A CDL Pre – employed drug screening required. Apply: 8405 S.W. 15 St. & Council Rd Call 405-495-5295 M-F 8-4 NOW HIRING! 40 HOURS A WEEK GUARANTEED. Room for advancement. Driver's License and clean MVR required. McCoy Tree Surgery 405-618-1203 Damian Wisdom

Medical Receptionist

for very busy multiple physician office in Norman. AdvancedMD experience preferred. Email resume to: tgentry@okoa.org

Payment Poster

for very busy multiple physician office in NW OKC. Min 1 year experience in Medicare, Medicaid, & Commercial posting of EOB’s. 10 key by touch is required. Medical Manager & AdvancedMD experience preferred. Email resume to: summer@medicbiz.org

Schedulers/Reception

Busy NW office looking for Scheduleres/Reception. Experience in a medical setting preferred. Must be a team player. Email resume with references to Attn: Erica, erica.nwpeds@gmail.com

RESTORATION TECHNICIAN CRDN OF OKLAHOMA is hiring full-time technicians for its restoration office. No experience needed, training provided. $10/hour to start. Apply at 208 NW 132nd St, OKC or email resume to crdnokc@coxinet.net

Director of Nursing Colonial Estates is seeking an experienced RN with Leadership & Compassion to join our LTC Team. Blue Cross Ins, Vacation and Holiday 2219 Woodlawn Ave, Guthrie 405-282-3630

Warehouse and Roof Loaders Needed Interviewing for Warehouse Associates & Roof Loaders for our OKC & Edmond branches. If you are looking for a great career opportunity with benefits stop by and talk to us! ABC Supply 1400 Exchange Ave. OKC, OK 73108 or ABC Supply 309 W. 33rd St. Edmond, OK 73013 EOE/Drug Free Apply in Person

LPN needed to assist doctor in busy practice. Good communication skills necessary. M-F, benefits. Fax resume: 405-235-8145. Medical Assistant Orthopaedic Office Clinical & EHR exp. preferred FT, Days, M-F Great Benefits kimh@ocosports.com Fax: (405) 703-4855

NEW OWNERSHIP NEW MANAGEMENT

CNA's, CMA's Licensed Nurses needed for all shifts BENEFITS AVAILABLE: Insurance (Cigna), Holidays, Sick Leave, Vacation Come join our team!!! Apply in person @ Vista Pointe Rehabilitation & Care Center 1400 Buena Vista Midwest City

Come join our Securitas Team!

Accepting applications for FT/PT Security Officers. HS Dip/GED req. Avail for all shifts. Med/Den/Vis/Vac Benefits & Uniforms provided. Apply online at www.securitasjobs.com EOE M/F/D/V

NW OKC LAW FIRM

Legal Assistant. Immediate hire. Friendly, professional, computer literate, exc. communication skills. Collections & billing exp. preferred. Email resume to okclawfirmresumes@gmail.com

DISTRIBUTION CENTER ASSISTANT The Oklahoman has an opening for Distribution Center Assistant in the following areas. Applicants must be available to work midnight to 6:00 a.m., 27 hours a week, and math skills are necessary. Bethany Please call Tony @ 405-210-5488 or email tmcguffee@opubco.com Midwest City Please call Steve @ 918-284-6771 or email squadnau@opubco.com Norman Please call Brian @ 405-816-4373 or email bhumphrey@opubco.com

Party Chief Surveyor The City of Enid is seeking a Professional Land Surveyor. Must be listed with the Oklahoma State Board of Licensure and have experience with Total Station and TDS. Competitive wage and an excellent benefit package. To apply visit Enid.org.

Top Pay for RNs, LPNs/LVNs, CNAs, Med Aides. $2,000 Bonus – Free Gas. AACO Nursing Agency Call 1-800-656-4414

DISTRICT ASSISTANTS

The Oklahoman has immediate openings for part-time District Assistants in our Metro Department. Approximately 25 hours a week. The zone manager in each area will determine schedules. El Reno area Please call Tony @ 405-210-5488 or email tmcguffee@opubco.com

Equal Opportunity Employer

PROGRAM COORDINATOR We are seeking a dynamic person to join our fun and committed team supporting people with developmental disabilities in their communities in the OKC metro area. Provide comprehensive leadership to multiple community support programs, ensure outstanding services, and develop relationships with people with disabilities, their families, guardians, state entities, and a diverse team of employees. Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field with at least 2 years management exp. working with people with developmental disabilities required. 33-35k + comp. benefits. Apply on-line at www.dungarvin.com or send resume and cover letter to: Dungarvin Oklahoma, LLC 125 Triad Village Drive. Norman, OK 73071 Ph. (877)625-1675 Fax (866)900-6257.

DIRECT CARE SERVICE PROFESSIONAL & HOUSE MANAGER Join a fun & creative team at Dungarvin OK, LLC. Guide people with developmental disabilities with daily activities in the Yukon, Edmond, OKC, Moore, Midwest City, Norman, Blanchard and Pauls Valley areas. No experience necessary, full paid training, good pay & benefits. Automobile, current DL and current liability insurance required. We are looking to fill Part-time and Full-time Positions. Apply on-line at: www.dungarvin.com, or in person at: Dungarvin OK, LLC 125 Triad Village Dr. Norman, OK 73071 Ph. (405) 329-7830 ext. 202

Experienced Apartment Manager Great Pay & health insurance Please e-mail resume adoklahoman2013@yahoo.com General Office for small MWC Co. Some computer & good communication skills. Real Estate license needed. Call 732-3939

»» IMMEDIATE OPENINGS »» for Advanced and Paramedic level EMT’s- Sinor EMS Clinton and Weatherford. For details call Michelle at 580.331.7998 or download an application at www.sinorems.com.

ANN'S CHICKEN FRY HOUSE 4106 NW 39. Hiring experienced wait staff full and part time for days. Apply 8:30-11am.

Buffalo Wild Wings

Licensed Administrator

For LTC skilled nursing facility. Current OK license. Small facility privately owned Fax resume to 405-224-5732 eoe

•LPNs, all shifts •Cook, FT with experience

Excellent pay, start immediately

•Host Staff, full time. •Servers, part time.

for upscale A/L Community in NW OKC. Send resume to asstadmin@ mansionatwaterfordslc.com

Front Desk

America's Best Value Inn & Suites, I-40 & Meridian. Apply in person before 2.

Now Hiring

Servers & Host Staff

Apply in person at Pearl's Oyster Bar, 5641 N Classen, M-F, 2-4. Twin Hills Golf & Country Club is looking for Cooks & Dishwashers. Experienced preferred. Apply in person at 3601 NE 36th St., OKC (in Forest Park).

Aquarium, & water garden store needing Sales People. No exp needed. FT/PT. fun place to work. Must work Saturdays. Apply at Garden Ponds Unlimited 310 SW 1st, Moore 73160 799-POND TAKE THIS JOB AND SHOVE IT! "into the oven that is" Retail Cookie Store in OKC area Mall is seeking a mature, dynamic, energetic individual for the manager's position. Food mgmt exp. a plus. Benefits avail. Email resume to terry@okcookie.com or fax to 866-408-3833.

Customer Sales Associates

Bethany area Please call Tony @ 405-210-5488 or email tmcguffee@opubco.com

Billing/Collections DME Co. in Edmond, OK needs someone with billing/collection exp. Responsibilities include daily billing, payment application, denials and appeals. Must be a team player. Brightree exp preferred. Please include salary requirements with resume. Email to: jbpatton@sbcglobal.net or fax to 405-348-6871.

Hiring FT Supervisors

for quick service Restaurants at Will Rogers Airport! Great Benefits – Health Dental Vision, 401K, Paid Holiday, Parking, and Meals!! Drug Test / Background Check 405-681-5567 ext.27

An Equal Opportunity Employer

NEW OWNERSHIP NEW MANAGEMENT

• RN Supervisor • Weekend Supervisor w/baylor pay • Staff Development Coordinator BENEFITS AVAILABLE: Insurance (Cigna), Holidays, Sick Leave, Vacation Come join our team!!! Apply in person @ Vista Pointe Rehabilitation & Care Center 1400 Buena Vista Midwest City

Certified Dietary Manager Grace Living Center Edmond – a 129 bed Medicare-certified nursing facility – has an opening for a Certified Dietary Manager. Prefer nursing home experience with knowledge of specialized diets, but will train the right candidate. Responsibilities include oversight of all dietary functions, ordering, production, staffing and charting. We offer competitive pay, 401(k), paid vacation and education fund. Please send resume to: adam.stephens@ gracelivingcenters.com or fax to: (405) 562-2128, ATTN: Adam

We are hiring New Management Members who are looking to be part of a Great Team and a fast growing company. Earn up to $40,000 as an Assistant and get bonused in AGM and GM positions with higher salaries. We always try to promote from within for AGM and GM positions and are currently looking for team players wanting a better balanced lifestyle while we update our schedules to be more family friendly.

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Do you have experience in commercial property maintenance? Have knowledge of plumbing, electrical, mechanical and HVAC? We have a position open for one of our facilities in SW OKC. Having experience in nursing home is a plus. If this sounds like something you would be interested in, we need to talk to you. We will offer you a competitive salary and a good benefit plan. Send resume to: Clay Marrow at - Fax to: (405) 943-4917 or E-mail: clay.marrow@ gracelivingcenters.com Mechanic Bishop Paving Co. needs diesel mechanic with heavy equipment repair exp. CDL req. Health, dental, 401K. Apply in person at 927 SW 6th, Oklahoma City, OK. (405) 232-5531

Mid-Con Carriers Has immediate openings for a

TRAILER MECHANIC

(exp preferred) and a shop laborer. Hours are M-F 7-5, Overtime & great benefits Call 405-237-1300

Oklahoma City and Tulsa's largest residential service and replacement company seeking qualified

HVAC Service Techs & Installers

Excellent benefits and pay. Must have excellent driving record. Apply in person at 908 Messenger Lane, Moore, OK.

PLUMBER (LICENSED) 2 YEARS EXPERIENCE. BENEFITS. 405-799-3546.

PLUMBING JOURNEYMAN & APPRENTICE. COMMERCIAL EXPERIENCE A PLUS. CALL 405-473-6639.

ROAD MECHANIC

Powerline Contractor has an immediate opening for a road mechanic. Must have equipment experience dealing with hydraulics, engine and general vehicle maintenance. Good pay, benefits. Please contact Buddy at 601-672-5058

***NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED*** WE TRAIN YOU SO YOU CANNOT FAIL

Warfel Body Shop Inc. needs

Norman Chrysler Jeep Dodge is growing fast and we have several opportunities. Potentially earn from $59,900 to $100,000+ If you have experience or not, We want you!!! We are looking for Internet Sales, Phone Sales and Sales Professionals GREAT BENEFITS AND TRAINING!!! ¡ Oklahoma’s top pay plan (Up to 40%) ¡ Huge advertising budget ¡ 5 day work week ¡ Professional training ¡ Health insurance benefits ¡ Paid Vacation ¡ Management Opportunities ¡ Guaranteed Income ¡ Bilingual sales reps also needed!

***DRESS FOR INTERVIEW*** NORMAN CHRYSLER JEEP DODGE Justin Musgrove- Sales Manager 481 N Interstate Dr. Norman, OK 73069 (405) 321-8228 or send resume to jmusgrove@normannobody.com Sales Person for Lawn Mower Equipment & Parts needed for Oklahoma & Arkansas. Please send resume to 423 E. Jefferson Blvd, Dallas, TX 75203 or email kerry.malkerson@marrbros.com

Career Telemarketers, start now Start pay $10hr + Commission $300 Newbie Setting Bonus M-F Daytime hours Paid Weekly! 866-652-7760 ext 4020 Ashley

Electricians Needed Journeyman and Apprentice, at least two years exp 405-410-2144 Electronic Assembly Stuffing and soldering circuit boards, surface mounts, reading value components, etc. Attention to detail a must. Send resume with "assembly" in subject line to resume@ciscor.com

FUEL TRUCK DRIVER

Must have HAZMAT Endorsement & Class A or B CDL license & 2 years experience hauling fuel Clean MVR, Excellent benefit package. Drug Free Company is employee owned! Apply in person only Silver Star Construction 2401 South Broadway Moore. EOE

Home holidays & weekends. Apply now to go to work in 4 days. Hoffmantrans.net 1-800-458-7420

CLASS B WATER TRUCK DRIVERS

Clean MVR, Tanker Endorsement 2 years experience required Will have other duties. Excellent benefit package. Drug Free Company is employee owned! Apply in person only Silver Star Construction 2401 South Broadway Moore. EOE

DRIVER Local & Regional 1300+ per week Class A CDL w/Hazmat. Great Benefits . Apply in person 4607 S MacArthur OKC 73179 or call 405-627-6508

Entry-Level & Exp.

DRIVERS NEEDED! No CDL?...No Problem! American Truck Training (405) 254-5556

HEAVY EQUIPMENT HAUL TRUCK DRIVER At least 2 years exp on heavy equipment. Must be able to load and unload truck. Class A CDL, Clean Driving Record. Excellent benefit package. Drug Free Company is employee owned! Silver Star Construction 2401 South Broadway Moore. EOE

OTR, Regional & Local Experienced Painter.

Vacation, retirement, insurance. Apply at: 7000 S. Sooner Road.

Home Weekly Mid-Con Carrier Dedicated run, benefits, New Pete Requires CDL A with 1 yr exp.

Call 405-237-1300

CDL Delivery Drivers Needed Interviewing for Class A or B CDL Deliver Drivers for our OKC & Edmond branches. If you are looking for a great career opportunity with benefits stop by and talk to us! ABC Supply Co. 1400 Exchange Ave. OKC, OK 73108 or ABC Supply Co. 309 W. 33rd St. Edmond, OK 73013 EOE/Drug Free Apply in Person

CDL DRIVER

IMMEDIATE HIRE. 405-708-7995 580-701-2496 CIRCULATION/ TRANSPORTATION (PT) NIGHT SHIFT TRUCK DRIVER The Oklahoman has an immediate opening for a Part-Time Night Shift Truck Driver to deliver bundles of newspapers to our distribution centers and other locations in the metro area. You will be responsible for loading and unloading the truck. Must be able to lift 25+ lbs every shift. Must have Class B CDL license, without automatic transmission restrictions and an excellent driving record. Scheduled days off will vary from person to person. Position will pay $12.25 to $12.50 per hour based on experience. $250 Sign on bonus after 90 days Please apply online by accessing our website at www.opubco.com (click on employmentlink, then scroll down and click on ''See all job openings''). Call 475-3784 for information.

Commercial Electricians Journeymen and Apprentices Min 2 yrs commercial exper. 40 hr week, health, dental, vacation, holiday pay & 401k. Drug screen test. »»» 405-359-9190 »»»

BIG FUEL BONUS!

METAL BUILDING ERECTORS

Local Jobs. Salary based on exp. Call 405-387-2388 or email jobs@bandbconstructors.com

Advantage Rent A Car is hiring. Do you have a passion for sales & customer service? Are you motivated by money? We are searching for enthusiastic & results driven individuals to join our team. Please send resume to laurie.berry@fsna-inc.com

BEST MASTER PAY PLAN IN OKLAHOMA FOR EXPERIENCED SALESPEOPLE!!!!!!!!!

Class A CDL

Immediate Openings, local, regional or 48 states. Flatbed training.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pneumatic Oilfield

CDL-A Drivers needed for sand hauling. Assigned trucks, good home time and benefits. Apply now! McCorkle Truck Line, Inc., 2132 SE 18th St., OKC, 800-727-2855

Van Eaton Ready Mix NOW HIRING MIXER DRIVERS

in Edmond, Norman & W. OKC Class A or B 35hrs/wk GUARANTEED Clean MVR, 2 Years Driving Experience

214-7450 Shawnee 844-2900 Edmond 912-4825 Norman EOE

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Special Gov't Program! Own land/family land ZERO down. New and Repo homes. No Land? We have a home program for you. Don't prejudge, E-Z qualify by phone. $1000 furniture package with purchase. WAC 631-7600 Abandoned D/W set up on 4.5 acres! Brick skirting & storm shelter. Ready to move in. Call for pre approval 405-631-7600

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Oldetowne, 1622 Ember, 2 bd, 1 car, 1 mi. to Tinker, 769-7177.

By Penn Sq. clean, modern 2 Bd, 1.5 Ba, Appliances, no-smoke or pets, some bills paid. secluded $845/mo + deposit. 866-440-5354 Duplex for rent, 3/2/2, 5909 Bonnie Drive, $950 month, $750 deposit, 370-1077.

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NOTICE » Auto Auction Open To The Public, Friday, 10am Rt. 66 Auto Auction 4399 E Hwy 66 El Reno 262-5471

50's cherry wood dining table + chairs; 50's kitchenette dining table + chairs; retro lamps; stained glass ext. door; Spode china; 4 bentwood wicker chairs; 2 wicker barstools; Remington "Outlaw" sculpture; 4 gas heater stoves; new Jeep Safari top $35-$435 ¡‘¡‘¡‘¡‘¡ 946-4371 Safe-Step Walk-in Tub, 9 months old, used 4 times. Cost $10,000, asking $8,000 obo ¡ 405-756-7374

24 units to be auctioned as whole units June 8, at 10:30 a.m. 81 Storage 1 block N. of I-40 on Hwy 81 El Reno. 405-262-2388

Books Store closing. Deep discounts 50% off Aladdin Book Shoppe 5040 N May Ave Oklahoma City, OK 73112

¡ Laminate Flooring 2100 sf, 25 yr warranty, 95¢/sf ¡ Prefinished oak, Hardwood, 2400 sf, 30 year warranty $2/sf ¡¡ 405-632-0499 ¡¡ 35 Kw Generator Make your own electricity. Runs 8 20 amp circuits. $3000 575-749-5110 Solid Brazilian Cherry• Hardwood Flooring • (2600sf) Beautiful, never used $2.50/sf • 632-0499

DOZERS, Komatsu D45P-1 w/Tilts, ps, winch, priced $14,500 JD750 w/Tilts, PS, $16,500. 979-567-3425 FARM STORE www.lexingtonfarmstore.com 804 E. Broadway, Lexington 405-527-5270 JD8650, 4X4, 290HP, W/3PT, PPO, $17,500. 979-567-3425 Bermuda King 2 row planter and root digger, $9500, 580-765-7086.

4ft chain link fence, 50ft row $48 Cedar panels 6x8 $28 » » » 405-833-5439 » » »

5 guitars, mint cond, acoustic electric/electric, $300-$1500, 405-691-0081

Steel storage units 8x20 & 8x40 new/used/sale/rental Pioneer Equipment 745-3036

Guided Saugeye Trips, 580-3518110 ‘‘ curtsguideservice.com WE BUY GUNS Mustang Pawn & Gun Over 1,000 New/Used Guns Tue-Sat 9-6 376-GUNS Weight Bench, Recumbent Bike weight benchw/plates,recumbent bike $65-$105. 812-9402 OK’s largest selection of used Golf cars ¡ 800-276-0571

5x8, 5x10, 6x12, w/gates; like new 16 foot tandem; $650-$1175 Cash. 405-670-1850 2004 Cargo Craft Enclosed Trailer Great utility/shop trailer. Lightly used. Located in Purcell, OK $3000.00 Contact Bridget Smith at 515-321-7202

Eastwood 3/2/2 Choc Sch $1095 Accurate Prop 732-3939

1bd 1ba, storm cellar, $500 Accurate Prop 732-3939

Exceptional 3bd 2ba home in Fox Run 1900sf $1085 603-4775

A QUEEN PILLOW TOP MATTRESS new in plastic. will take $120. call or text 370-7566. Couch, bedrm furn, dining room furn, glass tables, shower pan, skylight, yard swing, pickup truck bed cover, Mercedes grill, $20-$100. 833-2236 or 793-0139 Love Seat w/Ottoman huge loveseatw/ottoman $85. 812-9402 $50-$250 » 919-5005

WE BUY FURNITURE 942-5865 No Appliances

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GREAT Office Space. Various NW locations, 300-6000sf 946-2516 1, 2 & 3-Room Offices $175 & up 50th & N Santa Fe area 235-8080

HOUSE & LRG WAREHOUSE 3928 E Reno $1500mo 601-5905 »»» 235-5028 WAREHOUSE/OFFICE SPACES 8305 SW 3 #112 2000sf $750 8324 W Reno #G 2500sf $850 Laura M-F 9-5 789-0988

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45 4-6 yr old black cows, 5-7 months bred, $1350ea; 20 3 & 4 yr old black cows 5-7 months bred $1375ea. 580-729-6849, (3) Purebred 2yr old Brangus Bulls, Top quality, Low birth weight. $2000 ea 405-822-0075 Brangus Bulls, Gentle 2 & 3 year olds, $1,500, Bison, OK Vincent - 580-758-3650 29 Fall calving cows, young preg checked $1250 ¡ 405-273-1664 ¡ 10 REG ANGUS PAIRS $2000-Up EPDs 405-210-6933 478-8047

350 ADORABLE PETS!!!

At FREE TO LIVE Near Edmond ALL Dogs & Cats Shts/Neut $60 282-8617 www.freetoliveok.org

Alaskan Malamute puppies Full blood Malamutes,6 weeks old $200. 405-301-5878 Alaskan Malamutes, GIANT, AKC, champ bldln $300-$400 412-0561 Anatolia/Pyrenees, POP, cattle, goats, chickens, cats, sheep, 9 wks $100. Shawnee 405-275-9739 Anatolian/Pyrenees Pups 7 wks Raised with sheep and chickens. $50.00 cash Minco 405-352-5003

Basset Hound, AKC, 6wks

Store, office, church, shop, $1350, 2500sf 227-0351

1250sf, office, store, church, shop, storage, A/C $425 227-0351

Have you seen 1K yr old male neutered cat? Missing 5/1/13 in Parkland II Addn, Yukon. Reward offered. 354-3604 or 630-5648 Ragdolls, 7 weeks, beautiful, blue eyes, $125 ’ 361-5317.

Australian Shepherd puppies AKC champ pedigree, $200-$400, Yukon Area 979-204-1262 Australian Cattle Dog 10 week old mix puppies. Vaccinated and dewormed. $10.00 each. Contact Brian 405-387-5027

Mattress Sale

89er Plaza 9136 S Walker

Bernese Mountain Dog Puppies 2 Males Available 05/24/13 $850. April @ 405-802-4766 Bloodhound AKC puppies, 7 wks $550 each ’’’ 405-229-9531

Shop Equipment: 10" Craftsman Radial arm saw, needs adjustment. 8" Delta miter saw, work bench 32"x80" & more. $10-$50. Call 202-4199. See @ 822 NE 63rd.

10wk old Male Bengal, 1st shots $350. 580-569-4550 Amer Shorthair Tabby 8wks must have good home $5 677-0931 Bengal Male Kitten TICA reg $350. 881-9305/885-5472

$450, POP, 2F Tri, 2M (1 Tri & 1 Lemon), 405-990-5580 or nicholeedwards34@yahoo.com BASSET HOUND tri color, 10 mo. ACA reg., $375, 405-360-1635 Bassett Pups AKC ’ all colors M & F, 5 wks, $400 580-574-3243 580-450-1069 Beagle pups Full blood Red Beagle pups born on 4/5. $250 4056404481

BORDER COLLIE Reds. 14wks 2f 1m $100ea Corn OK 405-234-0914 Boxer Puppies, AKC, s/w/t/dc, pre-spoiled, POP, $350 each ’ ’ ’ 405-566-9732 Cairn Terrier puppies ACA, 8 weeks old, up to date on vaccinations. $300.00 Rhonda @ teamroper1952@yahoo.com 580-512-6379 Chihuahua, Adorable, 8 wks EXTRA TINY TEACUPS $250 Cash ¡ 405-777-3325 CHIHUAHUA, full blood, small, s/w, puppies $150 CASH; 3-4 year old $50 CASH. 405-417-2956

Chow Chow Puppies, black, 9wks old, 1F 3M, $350. 580-695-7004 Cocker pups, 5 AKC Cuties! shots, groomed, $300, 405-408-8724.

COCKERS AKC 2 M golden color 6wks. $300 ’ 405-585-3190 Collie, AKC, 5 weeks, champion bloodlines, 1 tri F, 2 tri M, 1 sable F, 1 sable M, $400-$550, call to reserve yours today, 317-3142. Dachshund Mini, 6wks, s/w, M & F, $200-$250. Del City 808-3263 DACHSHUND Puppies, ACA reg, 1M, 2F, $175, 580-215-9767.

Dobermans AKC, 3 Blue Females 5 wks ¡ $500 ¡ 405-487-9738 English Bulldog Puppy, AKC, champion sired, 1 white M, 8wks, vet checked, $1,500. 405-878-0128 or 405-990-4793 jwilsonbulldogs.com ENGLISH MASTIFFS NINE PUPPIES. MALE AND FEMALES..SOME BRINDLE AND SOME FAWN. READY NO PAPERS. SOLD AS PETS ONLY. NO BREEDERS. $600. CASH ONLY DON 918-845-1098 English Pointers trained for birds, FREE to good home, 2 males (1yr & 6yrs old) 307-299-4753 English Setters 8 wks. Sire Mesquite Ridge Kosmo.AFSDB reg.2F 1M $300 405-326-3384 or 918 866-2398

French Bulldogs, beautiful Choc gene, 6 wks, 2M 1F $1000-$1500; s/w, vet chk'd ’ 580-243-7719 French Mastiff Puppies Full blooded French mastiffs. 6 weeks. Weaned. D/C. S/W. POP $500 580-729-0169

German Shepherd Pups, AKC, females, 4 months, all shots, $900, (405) 282-4456.

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Shih Tzu Puppies, 2M, 2F, 7 wks, s/w, $200ea. 405-642-1140 Jack Russell Puppies, 5 weeks old, 3F, $200 each, 405-570-2293 or 405-570-2120.

Lab/Basset mix, 2K yr old male, shots, neutered, $150, 721-2422.

Labrador AKC Registered Choc 3 male 2 female wormed with shots. Will be ready 5/21/ 13. POP $300.00 1-580-822-5120 call or text can email pictures

Siberian Husky Pure Bred M, 1 yr 5mo., shots, $600. 918-638-7885 Siberian Husky Pups, AKC $450$600, www.skylimitranch.com Siberian Huskies, AKC, champion bloodline, $250-$300 ¡ 412-0561

Labs AKC reg, free to good home, moving can't take. 1 choc M 3yrs, 1 blk F 5 yrs, 405-514-1620

Malti-Poo, Adorable, ITTY BITTY! $395 Visa/MC, 826-4557.

Morkie Puppies 8 week old very cute Morkie (Maltese/Yorkie) puppies. $450 Males $600 Females Dan Sprague 405-204-9323

Weimaraner, AKC, 5M $200ea; 4F $250ea, TD/DC, Shots, POP (580) 467-5104/656-6543 Weimaraner Pups, Male, 6wks, Registered, $500ea. Call Tom 405-473-9602

MORKIE PUPS See www.puffypups.com s/w/vet chkd $400. 580-467-1876 MORKIES, 6 weeks, s/w, TINY Adorable! ’ $250 ’ 361-5317 Morkies, Registered, 7wks old, 6-7 lbs as adults, $350. 921-5436 or 343-3834 Westies AKC Reg, 6 wks old, s/w, M $350 ea, F $400, 918-867-2523

Wolf Hybrid Puppies For Sale

German Shepherds, AKC, 3M 4F, blk&tan, s/w, $650 Will send pics. ’ 405-433-2438 ’ German Shepherd Pups, AKC, Titled Czech & German pedigree, 8wks, up to date on s/w, black & bi-color, males & females, $500. 405-258-8884 German Shepherd AKC, 6wks, Ger pedigree, 4F 2M, s/w, $750 ea. 405-799-7620 250-8266 GERMAN SHEPHERD AKC PUPS 5M 3F, s/w, 8wks, black & black & brown $300 ••• 405-882-9330 German Shepherd/Black Lab mix, puppies, $20 each, call or text after 4:30, 405-684-7550

7/8 Arctic Timber Wolves, 1/8 Husky, 7F 1M, Ready Now! $200-$400. 405-613-4578 tjc@katmachine.com Pics available upon request.

GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPS, AKC, SOLID WHITE. DOB 3/25/13. S/W $350, 405-881-9844

GOLDEN DOODLE pups 10 weeks. Black Females, fantastic coats, can see parents. Edmond $250ea 405-226-0935 Great Dane Puppies, Big Beautiful, AKC Reg. $400 606-9748 »»» 818-3560

Great Dane Puppies 10wks s/w $350ea 405-609-0516

Peke-a-Tzu (Pekingese/Shih Tzu) black/white Parti, female, $300. 405-589-1037

Great Dane Reg. Puppies 2 beautiful Ckc reg females. Ready now. $500. 405-609-7811

Yorkie-Maltese (Morkie), ITTY BITTY! Baby Doll Face, $495 Visa/MC 826-4557

Pit Bull ADBA 6wk, blue/blue fwn Chaos blue bldln $600 812-6456

Italian Greyhounds, 1 AKC pup, Beauty! $100, 405-408-8724 .

Service Calls #87915 ‘¡‘¡‘ 405-703-4556

D&G FENCE, Repair Specialist. Guar lowest pr. Free est 431-0955 FENCE RESCUE! Off-duty Fireman. free est. 615-0526

‘ Garage Doors & Openers ‘ ‘ Sales & Service ¡ 794-1718 ‘

All yard work, clean up, mowing, 27 years exp, insured, 919-6494.

Bill's Painting & Home Repairs Quality Work! Free Est. 306-3087.

BUDDY'S PLUMBING, INC. All types, repair & remodel, gas, water & sewer ¡ 405-528-7733. A-1 Plumbing 24/7 - Hot Water Tanks, Gas & Sewer Lines, Floor Furnace Repair. 405-409-3090

Affordable Gutter Systems Seamless Aluminum, 728-7246. Mention this ad for 10% off. Custom Gutters Inc., New/Repair, Leaf Covers, All Types, Warranty, Visa/MC/AX/Disc, 528-4722, BBB

Semi Retired Remodeler, 40 years exp, seeking small jobs, 255-5942

A/C & Appliance Service, 26 years exper, $40 service call, 371-3049.

Decorative Concrete of All Types Res/comm. Free Est. 265-7361

Rottweiler Puppies, AKC, 9wks, shots, tails docked, dew claws, great bloodline that goes back to 1st German registry, $600. Contact Scott at 405-207-1453. Rottweilers German AKC, 10 wks, 5F, tails/dc/2nd set shots, POP, $450, 405-413-1582. ROTTWEILER PUPS, 2M, 3F, large dominant breed dogs, well mannered, $300. 580-819-1516

R & M's Manure Based Top Soil, Rich Mix, Compost Sand & Gravel »» 4 0 5 - 3 5 4 - 7 5 7 7 »»

Schnauzer Mini Reg okcpoms.com $375-$500, OK#02 405-609-9241 Schnauzer Puppies, Mini, $400. 551-0980 or 525-0998

A to Z Home Repair, construction and remodel, free est, 550-5897. Home Repair & Remodel. Roofing. Siding. Free Estimate. 410-2495.

Todd's Concrete, tear out, replace driveways, patio, stamp & color, lic/bond/ins, free est. 603-6563.

Pyrenees/Anatolian Guard Pups, Females, 8wks, $100 Cash 405-517-3300 or 405-793-0479

Rottweiler, AKC, real Germ bred pups, 9wks, $500-$1200, 619-0643 Mr. Fixit Handyman Service. We do it all for less. Free estimates. Bonded. Ins. Visa/MC. 603-6104.

Housecleaning Service. Many yrs exper & good refs!! 405-210-8002

PUG, AKC, black M/F, S/W, POP, 8 wks, $250 Cash 314-2738

Lawns $40, Weeds, trees, hedges sod, irrig. inst/rep 1 time cleanup $15hr. 23 yrs Free Est. 882-2814

All Professional Tree Service. Senior Disc. Insured. Removal of dead/dangerous trees. 885-2572. L & R Tree Service, Low Prices, Insured, Free Estimate, 946-3369. »» GENE’S TREE SERVICE »» Insured-Free Estimate. 682-2100.

SCOTTISH TERRIERS AKC 6wks old 2m 1f $750 580-472-3169 Shih Poo pup, F, s/w, 6 wks, $250, 405-386-7918/596-5642. Shih Tzu, s/w, microchipped, $200-$250 ¡ 405-503-2272 Shih Tzu AKC/CKC okcpoms.com $175-$450 ¡ OK#02 405-609-9241

YOU ARE HEREBY ORDERED TO APPEAR at the conference room of the Comanche Nation Education Building located at the Comanche Nation Complex, 584 NW Bingo Road, Lawton, Oklahoma, on the 27th day of June, 2013, at the hour of 12:00 o'clock, p.m. and to there remain subject to the call of the Court until discharged, for the purpose of Adjudication Hearing. Comanche Nation Police Department 584 NW Bingo Road Lawton, Oklahoma 73502 Comanche Nation Indian Child Welfare Department 1921 E. Gore Lawton, Oklahoma 73501 You may seek the advice of an attorney on any matters relating to this action at your own expense.

WITNESS my hand and the seal of said Court on this 16th day of May, 2013.

Baby Pot Belly Pigs blk, wht or pink w/spots $100 823-7848

GUINEA PIG BABIES $10 EA. 405-408-8724 .

Poms, AKC Champ Gsired M 11 wks s/w $900 823-3719 OKC Poodle Toy Cross. F. 7wks Tiny silver baby $500 $500 823-7848

The petition will be heard on the 27th day of June, 2013, at 12:00 o'clock p.m. in the New Conference Room of the Comanche Nation Education Building located at the Comanche Nation Complex, 584 NW Bingo Road, Lawton, oklahoma.

Adorable healthy mixed breed rescue puppies, born 3/1, $25 Call 631-6872

2 horse CM trailer, sgl axle, tack comp., escp door, spare tire, side windows, rear curtains, 1 owner, $2,250. 405-329-1993 lv message POM ACA, M, 7wks, 1 orange, sable & white parti, s/w, $500 CASH. (405) 790-1293/239-0485 sunshinepomeranians.com

MARY READING PROCTOR ADDRESS UNKNOWN

Free puppies to loving inside homes, 204-4036

Yorkies-Chihuahuas (Chorkies) M &F x-tiny $150cash 405-314-2738 YORKIES ACA, tiny tea cup, M & F, 9 weeks, vet checked & shots, $600- $1000, 580-271-8108

Brushhog, box blade, roto, $40/ hour, 3 hour minimum. 227-3517

The Comanche National Children's Court to:

FAILURE TO RESPOND TO THIS NOTICE OR TO APPEAR AT THE ADJUDICATION HEARING MEANS YOUR CHILD WILL STAY IN THE CUSTODY OF THE COMANCHE NATION. YOUR FAILURE TO RESPOND OR COOPERATE MEANS YOU MAY LOSE CUSTODY OF THIS CHILD OR YOUR RIGHTS AS A PARENT MAY BE TERMINATED.

Yorkies, 2F, Small & Cute, vet chk'd, $450-$600 ’ 405-380-5859

Pit Bull Pups, pure bred, ADBA, APBR & UKC papers/pedigree, $250 blk & wht, $500 blue fawn, $300 blue charcoal, 6wks, s/w. 405-414-1623 Shawn

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Yorkie, Adorable, ITTY BITTY Baby Doll Face $595 Registered Visa/MC ’ 405-826-4557 YORKIE, AKC PUPPIES, S/W/T/DC, M $400, F $500 580-892-3063 ‘ 405-712-1943

Golden Retriever AKC Registered Golden Retriever pups,Champ.& OFA bloodlines, 8 wks, health guar. $800. 214-4052726 www.JungleTramp.com

Case No. JFJ-13-02 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION

You are hereby notified that a Petition for Adjudication of Child as Deprived and Neglected has been filed in the Comanche Nation Children's Court.

Maltese, Male & Female, ACA, Lic. #165, Beautiful & Smart, $500-$800 ¡‘¡ 580-660-0486

Min Pins, 1F 1M s/w/t/dc $125$150 ¡ 405-226-5444/627-5739

COMANCHE NATION CHILDREN'S COURT LAWTON, OKLAHOMA In the matter of: K. R. DOB: 3/29/1997 Alleged deprived minor Indian child Concerning MARY READING PROCTOR, natural mother Respondent.

Jack Russell Puppies, small & cute, 7 weeks old, male & female, $100ea. 405-366-3194

Lab pups, AKC, 15 weeks, white & yellow, s/w/dc, $450, 515-7241212, Norman, can send pics.

50 RR baby chickens $2.50-$3.00, 9 baby lambs, $75-$100 ea, 527-7881/200-9554, Lexington.

FLEMISH Bunnies & adults various colors $30 823-7848

By /s/ Pamela K. Adair Pamela K. Adair Court Clerk/Administrator Comanche Nation Children's Court P. O. Box 646 584 NW Bingo Road Lawton, OK 73502 Phone: (580) 492-3348 Fax: (580) 595-9423 pama@omanchenation.com

JAN-PRO, the #1 fastest growing franchise in the world for 3yrs in a row, per Entrepreneur Magazine. Start your own business as low as $950 down 606-3300

Customer Credit We want to make you a loan! $145 - $1,410. Call Today (405)677-7100

F Boxer, lt brown; M Shepherd, blonde - NW 112th & Rockwell. Tue eve 5/14. 613-1279, 550-5110 10-12mo old Jack Russell, near Holiday Pl. & N. Tulsa, white w/brown spots. 405-627-5642 Small black neutered M dog, Hwy 9 & 180th, Norman, 701-0141. Found cattle contact ECI

in Shawnee, 405-677-0565

Male dog, K Boxer?, near 101 & S Western. Call to id 405-886-5864 Elderly, LH Dachshund, found at Woodscape Apts. 405-922-3722

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