Thursday, August 20, 2020

Thursday, August 20, 2020

TIME To VOTE

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Alex Sloan, News Editor, @sloan_alex

Although the runoff elections are scheduled for Tuesday, early voting begins today, and absentee voting has been ongoing for some time.

The Payne County Election Board issued a press release to The O’Colly on Tuesday, reminding

voters that the Aug. 25 runoff election will be for registered Republicans only. The only race on the ballot will be the Republican runoff between incumbent Sheriff Kevin Woodward, and challenger Joe Harper.

Since Republican primaries in Oklahoma are closed, Democrats and Independents can-

not participate in this election. And since there was no opposition-party challenger for this seat, the winner of Tuesday’s primary election will win the seat by default.

Republicans who are registered voters of Payne County have several options to participate in this election, according to the Election Board’s

release.

Absentee ballots A separate press release issued by Oklahoma’s State Election Board reminds voters that there are multiple options to turn in absentee ballots.

In addition to returning ballots by mail, voters may hand-deliver their standard absentee ballots to the county election

board that issued them. It’s important to note that in order to be counted, absentee ballots must be returned to the county election board by 7 p.m. on Aug. 25.

Absentee ballots can be tracked by logging in to the Oklahoma Voter Portal, using the requested information.

If voters received

an absentee ballot, but decided to vote in person, they should destroy their absentee ballot, and take advantage of one of the in-person voting options.

Early Voting Early in-person voting will be available on Thursday and Friday between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m., at the Payne See SLOAN, PAGE 2

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Redistricting reform petition returns will be formed, and they will go about the business of redrawing the districts,” Moore said, summarizing the changes to the proposal.

He said the legislature is still scheduled to do redistricting in 2021, so these changes would enable the commission to redraw the districts if and when the voters approve the measure.

Earlier in the year, the proposal was delayed by multiple legal challenges. Moore said he is confident that this new iteration of the petition will be able to overcome any legal hurdles that arise, if any do at all.

“The first time, The Supreme Court had us rewrite the gist,” Moore said. “But in both occasions,

By Alex Sloan, News Editor @sloan_alex

On Aug. 11, the secretary of state’s office officially filed the newest iteration of a redistricting reform measure that had been voluntarily withdrawn in September.

The petition, now known as Initiative Petition 430, or State Question 815, is available for viewing online through the Oklahoma Secretary of State’s website.

The proposal, if successfully enacted by voters, would establish an Independent Redistricting Commission to handle Oklahoma’s legislative redistricting process. Ordinarily, the process of legislative redistricting is handled by the legislators themselves.

Proponents of redistricting reform argue that allowing sitting legislators to draw their own districts enables them to disadvantage opposition voters. The main organizational proponent of the measure, People not Politicians, describes itself as a non-partisan organization with the aim of ending partisan gerrymandering in Oklahoma.

Executive Director of People not Politicians, Andy Moore, said the initial plan was to have the question on the November ballot in time to get the commission established before

the next redistricting in 2021.

“And that plan would have worked, had it not been for this, you know, totally unanticipated global pandemic,” Moore said. “COVID really threw a wrench

into things.”

Moore said his organization was prepared to collect signatures, but with the ongoing pandemic, and the secretary of state’s hold on signature collection, the strategy had to be

revised. He said once the hold got lifted, there just wasn’t time to get everything done in time to get on the November ballot.

Due to this setback, the wording of the petition had to be slightly

“COVID really threw a wrench into things” O’Colly photo

tweaked in order to make the proposal fit better with the new timeline for enactment, Moore said.

“As soon as this measure is approved by voters, the commission

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SLOAN continued office. The office is on the second floor of the county administration building, located at 315 W 6th St. To obtain a ballot, voters should bring their valid government-issued photo ID, their free voter registration card, or be prepared to sign an affidavit to receive a provisional ballot.

In-Person Voting In person voting will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 25 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Anyone who is in line at 7 p.m. should be given the opportunity to vote.

To find their polling place or see a sample ballot, regis-

tered voters should go to the Oklahoma Voter Portal, and login using the requested information.

If their address has changed since they last voted, voters should go to the polling place listed

on their registration, or given to them through the voter portal. While they are there, they may fill out a form instructing the election board to transfer their registration to the new address.

A Friendly Reminder from The Election Board The election board’s press release came with a reminder that violations of election law will be reported to the proper law

enforcement authorities. That may sound intimidating, but as long as voters remember a few key points, they should be fine.

First of all, do not attempt to vote more than once.

Voters who have already returned their absentee ballots should not attempt to vote in-person, or mail in additional ballots.

Second, do not bring alcoholic beverages or other intoxicants to vote.

Technically, no intoxicating liquors may be possessed within a half mile of a polling place.

Finally, electioneering is illegal with 300 feet of a ballot box. Do not engage in any campaign activities, official or unofficial, near a polling place. news.ed@ocolly. com

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SLOAN they said that the substance of the policy is constitutional.”

He said the legislature has promised transparency and fairness in the redistricting process, but he isn’t counting on it.

“While I hope that’s the case,

we have almost 120 years of evidence, of politicians saying that’s what they’re going to do, and not doing it,” Moore said.

Also, more transparency in the redistricting process doesn’t remove the conflict of interest

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inherent in allowing politicians to draw their own districts, he said.

“Politicians are great at promising one thing and doing another,” Moore said. “So, while I want to give them the benefit of the doubt that they would do

the right thing, history says otherwise.”

Moore said his organization would be ready to begin signature collection as soon as the petition is approved to start, potentially as soon as September. He said the organization is

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consulting with an infections disease physician, to ensure signature collection will be as safe as possible.

“We already know, it’s a long road to the ballot,” Moore said.

“People are excited about doing this, they are very support-

ive, and they’re eager to collect signatures, and so this way we can get the ball rolling as quickly as possible. news.ed@ ocolly.com

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Victoria Monet unleashes her prowess on new musical project Jaguar

Singer-songwriter Victoria Monet released part one of her debut studio album “Jaguar,” and she’s ready for her turn in the spotlight.

Few may recognize Monet’s name, but many will know her sound if they have listened to R&B and pop acts from the past five years.

Her list of writing credits includes Nas, Fifth Harmony, Chloe x Halle and Ariana Grande.

However, it was Monet’s writing credits for Ariana Grande’s “Thank U Next” and “7 Rings” that

ignited Monet’s career trajectory. Her single with Grande, “Monopoly,” later became Monet’s first entry on the Billboard Hot 100.

While most artists stray from dividing their debut album into multiple releases, the unconventional release style is not new to Monet. Her previous extended plays “Nightmares & Lullabies” and “Life After Love” were both released in separate parts.

At 25 minutes and nine songs, the project’s brevity can potentially

become a weak point. Any errors in an album so short would only be magnified further and, thus, bring the work “Jaguar” is a successful blend of R&B and funk with neo-soul and discto elements thrown in between the tracks” Chase Congleton

of art down with it.

Luckily, Monet makes no mistakes here. “Jaguar” is a successful blend of R&B and funk with neo-soul and disco elements thrown

in between the tracks.

It is worth noting that the album’s title relates to Monet’s experience. Like a jaguar, she is connected with her instincts as a modern woman. Her delivery on sexual tracks such as Moment” showcases an artist who is confident in her sexuality and isn’t afraid to express what she wants.

The song “Experience” is akin to other pop songs fused with funk, such as Dua Lipa’s “Electricity” with Mark Ronson and Diplo. Khalid’s

appearance on this track doesn’t detract attention away from Monet, but rather their two voices blend together perfectly.

Monet’s work is serious, but there is plenty of room for fun in her art. “Ass Like That,” the album’s lead single, is focused on her butt and the gym routines she follows to gain it.

The lyrics “Met him about two months ago/Said his name was gym/ And that he’d make me better than before” are charming, and the chorus is instantly catchy.

Other tracks such as “Dive” and “Jaguar” are well-constructed and feature smooth instrumentation that is made for both large clubs and intimate car rides with friends.

While Monet is experienced in working with artists behind the scene, it is clear she can hold her own.

If the next part of “Jaguar” can maintain the dazzling production and confident lyrical delivery the first part produced, Monet will have a clear path to superstardom. entertainment. ed@ocolly.com

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SPORTS Column: Jelani Woods is a lethal weapon

By Chris Becker Digital Editor @brhris_cecker316

When the Oklahoma State offense lines up, one skill position player stands out above them all — literally.

Jelani Woods.

Woods is a 6-foot7, 276-pound tight end or Cowboy Back in the OSU offense. Size wise, Woods stands 1 inch taller and 8 pounds heavier

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than Rob Gronkowski.

Woods has been the Cowboys go-to tight end for the last two seasons. He’ll be going into his third year playing and his fourth year with the program after a redshirt freshman season.

Woods was named a All-Big 12 Honorable Mention the previous two

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seasons, but this year could be the one he moves up to first or second team with the Kasey Dunn’s offense.

Woods came to OSU as a quarterback, but after his redshirt season in 2017, he moved to tight end. The Cowboys were thin at the position, looking for a replacement to Blake Jarwin, who graduated in 2016.

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In 2018, when Woods finally began to see time on the field, he appeared in 11 of the Cowboys games and started in seven of those.

He had an immediate impact logging seven catches for 120 yards and two touchdowns in his first season.

His receptions more than doubled last season, but his yardage decreased.

He hauled in 16 catches for 112 yards and a touchdown.

In the OSU offense, the cowboy back is a combo position between full back and tight end. Woods fits that combination perfectly. He is a big and strong blocker who provides holes for Chuba Hubbard.

As a tight end, he can open up the

middle of the field for Spencer Sanders. Woods also provides a large target on short check-down routes for the mobile Sanders.

Look for Woods to make an impact in the 2020 season with new offensive coordinator Kasey Dunn at the helm. sports.ed@ocolly. com

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Los Angeles Times Daily Crossword Puzzle Edited by Rich Norris and Joyce Lewis

ACROSS 1 Mexican bar tender 5 Final notice?

9 Queen Amidala’s home planet 14 Petri dish gelatin 15 Small parasite 16 Enmity 17 Run-of-the-mill deity?

19 Many converted apartments 20 Muse of comedy 21 Billionaire financier George 22 Tedious routine 23 Officer who helps keep public statues clean?

27 Feel poorly 28 Sprain application 30 Taking after 31 1984 mermaid romcom 33 Reggie Jackson’s alma mater, briefly 34 Auto pioneer 35 Junior faculty member?

38 Tummy trouble 41 Gear with a bill 42 Got around 46 Head of Britain?

47 Cohort 49 Santana’s “__ Como Va” 50 One who campaigns on traffic congestion issues?

52 Party hearty 54 Sussex set 55 Fraternal meeting places 57 Hearing-related 58 Mechanical bull rider?

61 “24K Magic” singer Mars 62 Double Delight cookie 63 Peel 64 Small change 65 Coiffure site 66 Genealogy chart DOWN 1 Lobbying gp.

2 Voyage taken alone?

3 Quaint euphemism for “hell”

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4 “The 9 Steps to Financial Freedom” author 5 Luxury hotel chain 6 Galoot 7 Olympic skater Midori 8 British poet Hughes who was married to Sylvia Plath 9 Like some basketball passes 10 Festoon 11 Two-part lens 12 Peddled faster than 13 Meditation sounds 18 Somewhat passé 21 Tied down 22 Beetle juice?

24 High-end tablet 25 [She actually said that?!]

26 Faux __ 29 Coffee-flavoring root 32 Top player 34 Birds-feather connection 36 Tanning device 37 Engage in to excess 38 Priestly garb

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39 Fashionista’s field 40 It may be inside the park 43 Chocolatecoated ice cream treat 44 Urban renewal target 45 Part of a PC reboot sequence 47 Cumbersome instruments

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48 Utterly wrong 51 Undercover agent 53 “Death on the Nile” setting 56 Easy-to-carry instrument 57 “The Good Doctor” network 58 Camp bed 59 Resource in The Settlers of Catan board game 60 Spot to drive from

Daily Horoscope

By Nancy Black Tribune Content Agency Todays Birthday (08/20/20). Expand physical skills, performance and vitality this year. Win through disciplined practices and routines. Adapt to market obstacles. Summer dreams and possibilities energize action for health and work. Barriers challenge your social life this winter, prompting intimacy, family fun and romance. Pull together for shared strength.

To get the advantage, check the day’s rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging.

Aries (March 21-April 19) — Today is an 8 — Gamble? Not today.

Choose stability over illusion, especially with health and work. Your chances of winning improve. Follow your heart. Discipline and experience matter.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) — Today is an 8 — Fantasies prove flimsy.

Stick to basic rules and guidelines. Have fun while practicing your creativity, arts and passion. Express what’s in your heart.

Gemini (May 21-June 20) — Today is a 7 — Your domestic reality may not match the idealized version or dream. Clean house, declutter and organize, for long-term improvements and family benefits. Get cooking.

Cancer (June 21-July 22) — Today is an 8 — Traffic, transportation and news flow more freely now. Avoid distractions or silly arguments over abstractions. Hunt for a lucky break and find one.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — Today is a 7 — Make sure what your client wants before trying to provide it. Stick to fundamentals and cut frills. Persuade with a clear case and positive attitude.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Today is an 8 — Imagine the steps to realize a long-held personal vision. Uncertainty and fog obscure the road ahead.

Plot your personal course. Make a practical move.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) — Today is an 8 — Provide a stabilizing influence. Keep your objective in mind. Go for substance over symbolism.

Private productivity flowers in peaceful settings. Organize and plan.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) — Today is a 7 — Ambiguities and vagueness abound. Aim for clarity with public and social interactions. Share resources, and let others know what’s needed. Find solutions in your network.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) — Today is a 7 — Resist the temptation to spend on unnecessary stuff. It’s not a good time to gamble. Find opportunities hiding underneath changes. Consider long-term career potential.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Today is an 8 — Investigate a curiosity.

Ephemeral fantasies fade in broad daylight. Study and explore uncharted terrain. Learn new tricks to add to your bag. Listen and observe.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) — Today is a 9 — Discipline with basics produces solid results. Don’t invest in a fantasy. Stick to reliable income sources. Coordinate with your team. Play your part.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) — Today is an 8 — Romantic fantasies dissipate upon inspection. Focus on practical collaboration. Help each other manage basic responsibilities. Provide and rely upon mutual support. Build together.

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Solution to Wednesday’s puzzle

Complete the grid so each row, column and 3-by-3 box (in bold borders) contains every digit, 1 to 9.

For strategies on how to solve Sudoku, visit sudoku.org.uk

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