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30 Grigsby’s features the latest flooring trends.

18 Save the date: Claremore Home & Garden Show, April 3rd – 5th.

22 Did you know Becky Brown helps her clients 24/7?

10 Power up at TNG.

4 Ways to Boost the Profit of Your Tax Refund... 8 A Family Tradition for 60 Years.................... 30 ABC Seamless of NE Oklahoma.........................17 Academic Advantage.........................................54 American Shaman Claremore...........................24 BA Med Spa & Weight Loss Center....................25 BMW of Tulsa.....................................................39 Be Kind..................................................... 32 Black Hat Cleaning Services..............................55 Claremore Expo Center......................................38 Claremore Home & Garden Show.....................50 Community Calendar of Events.................. 52 Coverage You Can Count On....................... 22 Crusader Tactical................................................38 Derksen Portable Buildings...............................49 District on Main, The..........................................51 Dorothy’s Flowers..............................................39 Dr. & Mrs. Malissa Spacek McNeal.....................46 El Maguey Mexican Restaurant.........................24 Front Porch Bakery & SmokeHouse...................56 Gleam Guard Wood Refinishing........................34 GNC, Draper Family GNC...................................29 H&R Block..........................................................49 Home of Hope...................................................49 Humana Honor Program...................................43 Inola Portable Buildings & Pole Barns...............13 Inspiration Cultivation at SpringFest!......... 47 Jack Kissee Ford................................................7, 9 Jersey Mike’s Sub..............................................39 2

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BY TOM FINK

ith the coronavirus in the news and making headlines in recent weeks, the public is reminded more than ever of the presence of microorganisms, viruses, and bacteria, which can lead to dangerous – even deadly – outbreaks.

Despite the best conventional cleaning products and techniques, oftentimes, neither are a match for the myriad of various sicknesscausing microorganisms that hide all around us. To ensure the most thorough disinfecting possible, sometimes, it’s necessary to call in the professionals – professionals like Midwest Pathogend Services.

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Midwest Pathogend Services is a certified provider of the Pathogend® Services network, offering wholespace disinfection services and decontamination products tailored to meet the most stringent needs of their clients through a combination of techniques to disinfect spaces, from manually wiping surfaces with a highgrade disinfectant and fogging rooms with a proprietary hydrogen peroxide fog.

Midwest Pathogend – so named as their goal is to “end the path to infection” – servicing greater Northeast Oklahoma and surrounding areas.

“I spent the last 20 years in the healthcare industry and Life Sciences area and did some government contracting,” said Chris Schultheis, owner, Midwest Pathogend Services.

“My wife was a teacher for several years and recently became a registered nurse in pediatrics and is usually exposed to a lot of germs, viruses, etc. and because of

own Pathogend Services company in Oklahoma.

“In addition to the decontamination service, one thing we do a lot of right now – especially since we’re still relatively new, as far as companies go, is to educate the public about who we are, what it is we do, and why what we do is so important,” he said. “One misconception people tend to have about us in the beginning, is that we’re a cleaning company or a janitorial company, but that’s not us – we’re a multi-faceted high-end decontamination service.”

Partnering with veteran GRDA employee, Chuck Peeples, the pair set about connecting with the public and potential customers, quickly becoming the decontamination service professionals for Inola Public Schools, partnering with large Oklahoma businesses, and others.

Midwest Pathogend Services utilizes

“IT’S HARD FOR JANITORIAL STAFF TO WIPE EVERYTHING DOWN. WE COULD EASILY BE USED AS AN ADJUNCT TO THAT, BASICALLY BRINGING OUR STATE-OFTHE-ART TECHNOLOGY IN AND TAKE CARE OF IT IN A COUPLE OF HOURS.” this she can be sick a couple times a year and realizes the importance of proper disinfection techniques.”

“About two years ago, I learned about a newly developed technology that was designed by a Florida microbiologist after her daughter contracted an MRSA infection,” he continued. “This technology, combined with a product we use called CURoxide – which is a seven percent Hydrogen Peroxide fogging formula – enable us to offer our customers the most comprehensive decontamination possible.”

After researching the technology, making several trips to Florida to visit with the founder and her team of specialists, Schultheis decided to purchase equipment to start his Left: Chris Schultheis and Chuck Peeples display two of the CURIS system units used to disinfect and decontaminate homes, offices, schools, nursing homes, churches, and more.

multiple methods to bring about the best outcome in disinfecting and decontamination, beginning with the CURIS Decontamination System foggers.

“The CURIS foggers are a portable fogging system capable of disinfecting a room or enclosed area via a pulse technology,” Schultheis said. “While other systems rely on dispensing chemicals and turning off once the desired time is achieved, or depend on manual spraying, this system goes a step further by focusing on a ‘maintained pathogen-kill zone.’ The process maintains that volume of solution within a space to improve optimal environmental conditions.”

Additionally, the CURIS system employed by Midwest was designed to reduce human error, allowing Schultheis or Peeples to monitor, manage, track, and report the decontamination process.

Above: Midwest Pathogend Services owner Chris Schultheis.

“The system uses .08 ounces (of solution) per cubic feet of space being decontaminated and calculates how much time will be needed to fill every inch of that room with the solution,” Peeples said. “This is important because a common misconception to disinfecting is that you wipe a surface, say, with a disinfectant, and wipe it off, but some of the harder to kill germs or viruses require you to leave a disinfectant on a surface for up to 10-20 minutes, and our process fills every cubic inch of a space for the time needed to kill germs, bacteria, etc.

“The (CURIS) system will update us on its progress when the work is done, and if it’s a job that requires more than one unit, should one (unit) stop production, it communicates with the other units, which then ‘pick up the slack’ and increase their solution output to compensate,” he said. “We’re alerted to all of this through electronic notifications, so we’re able to closely monitor the entire process.”

Midwest’s highly-effective CURoxide solution may be sprayed directly onto surfaces or used in a fog to saturate an area. The fog itself is noncorrosive, odorless, leaves no residue, and can safely provide full-room decontamination for offices, schools, gymnasiums, nursing homes, hotels, homes, or other spaces. (continued on next page)

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(continued from previous page) As varied as pathogens are, Schultheis said that the decontamination services he provides for what the medical industry calls a 6 log kill or 99.9999% on bacteria, viruses, fungi or other pathogen in a room or space.

“One of the biggest and hardest to kill pathogens is C. diff or Clostridium difficile – which is a tough little bacteria that causes a more severe form of antibiotic-associated diarrhea – the bacteria causes mild diarrhea to severe colon inflammation, which can even be fatal,” Schultheis said. “C. diff is a spore, and to be able to kill that isn’t easy, but our technology and products work together as an effective sporicide, as well as killing viruses, bacteria, and other germs.”

C. diff is found in fecal matter and spread by touching a contaminated surface, such as a keyboard, blanket, or doorknob, often common in nursing homes, daycares, public restrooms, or anywhere else proper hygiene may be difficult or challenging.

“On the scale of ‘kill difficulty,’ viruses are actually the easiest (to kill), even the coronavirus and Ebola, for that matter,” said Chuck Peeples, operations manager, Midwest Pathogend Services.

“At the bottom are viruses that have lipid envelopes – those ‘envelopes’ usually being derived from portions of the

host’s cell membranes, but also include glycoproteins, and help (the virus) to evade the host’s immune system. Examples of these would be the flu, HBV, measles, mumps, rubella, chickenpox, Zika, and others.”

Above these are gram-positive bacteria such as staphylococcus and streptococcus. Above these are gramnegative bacteria, such as pseudomonas, Acinetobacter, Klebsiella, E. coli, and legionella.

“Harder to kill than the bacteria are fungi, including fungal spores, like Aspergillus fumigatus, A. flavus, Candida Auris, and above them are viruses without envelopes – Norovirus, Rotavirus, Rhinovirus, HPV, and others, and harder than these are myobacteria – Tuberculosis, and Mycobacterium Avium,” he said.

At the top of this “kill difficulty” pyramid are bacterial spores, such as tetanus, botulinum, Anthrax, and the aforementioned clostridium difficile, which is rated a “very high level” needed for disinfection. But despite the high difficulty level of the various

spores, mold, bacteria, and viruses, the solution utilized by Midwest Pathogend has an astounding 99.9999% kill rate.

As to areas he would most like to grow his business, Schultheis felt Midwest would particularly help school systems.

“We’re in Inola (schools), but we would like to get into other schools,” Schultheis said. “It’s sad that we have to shut down entire school systems because of the flu. It’s hard for janitorial staff to wipe everything down. We could easily be used as an adjunct to that, basically bringing our state-ofthe-art technology in and take care of it in a couple of hours. Right now, we’re really concentrating on trying to help the schools – we’ve not only helped Inola but Lincoln-Christian and the school at Church on the Move, where I go to church.”

So, whether you’re fighting an outbreak or wanting to prevent your building or facility from becoming a breeding ground for infection, trust the training, experience, and tools of Midwest Pathogend Services, and rest assured that no germ will be left behind. For more information, contact Midwest Pathogend Services at 888505-7032 or email info@midwestpathogend.com

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Above: CURIS system fogger unit fills every cubic foot of a space with a proprietary solution that effectively kills 99.999% of germs, bacteria, viruses, mold, and spore in a given area.

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4 Ways to Boost the Profit of your Tax Refund

By Mary Wood, Wealth Advisor, RCB Bank Trust

Roth IRA

Traditional IRA Your tax return is a powerful tool to boost your financial well-being. This year, choose to stash your cash for your future self with one of these investment tools.

529 Education Savings Plan Whether you are going back to school or saving for your kids, a 529 Education Savings Plan is a great way to invest your tax return.

Even grandparents and guardians can start a plan and give their loved ones the gift of reduced education costs. Not only is the investment growth tax deferred, both Kansas and Oklahoma offer tax breaks on contributions.

A traditional Individual Retirement Account (IRA) offers similar taxdeferred advantages as workplace plan.

401(k) Plan If your workplace offers a 401(k) plan, you should contribute regularly. If they match your contributions, invest at least up to the maximum match amount. Don’t pass up free money for your retirement savings.

You can also contribute significantly more money to a 401(k) per year than with a traditional or Roth IRA. For instance, in 2020, the 401(k) contributions increased to $19,500 per year if you are under 50 and $26,000 if you are over 50.

Your contributions are often pre-tax dollars and may be tax deductible.

Another advantage is tax free growth.

This means once you put the money in the account, your earnings will not be taxed until you withdraw money in retirement.

There are certain minimum distribution requirements, meaning you have to start taking money out starting at 72 or there are penalties.

Traditional IRAs currently have $5,000 and $6,000 limits respectively.

This is one of the most powerful retirement savings tools because your money can grow tax free.

You will pay taxes when you put money into your account, but your earnings and withdrawals are tax free, as long as certain requirements are met.

There are also certain conditions in which you can pull money out of your IRA and avoid the 10% early withdrawal penalty. This includes if you withdraw money because of a disability, are a first-time home buyer or if the withdrawal is made by a beneficiary after your death.

Another perk is you are not required to take minimum distributions from your Roth IRA during your lifetime, as you are with a traditional IRA. This makes a Roth a powerful legacy investment.

Opinions expressed above are the personal opinions of the author and meant for generic illustration purposes only. Investment products are not insured by the FDIC. Not a deposit or other obligation of, or guaranteed by the depository institution. Subject to investment risks, including possible loss of the principal amount invested. Wealth advisors do not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. Seek advice of professional tax consultant.

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TNG POWER

EQUIPMENT: MOW I NG D OW N THE COMPETITION

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hether your lawn is 1 acre or 1,000 acres, Tim Johnson at TNG Power Equipment can put you in the right mower for you.

With an unparalleled assortment of classic models and new brands, Johnson’s Claremore-based business specializes in meeting the needs of its customers, with a few new mowers in stock just in time for the spring season.

“One thing we have in that’s new are the new models of Ferris (mowers) in, which are revamped from the previous models in that they have wider front wheels, now have suspension seats (some previous models did not), and the bigger units are going to the new kind of suspension – twin bars up on top and bottom instead of on each side,” he said. “This keeps the mower from dipping when you quickly stop the mower quick or from scalping the yard.”

Ferris has long been noted for its patented suspension technology, which reduces the effects of uneven terrain, effectively eliminating shock to the chassis and the rider, thus allowing the operator to maintain speed better while mowing, increasing productivity, and enabling them to get the work done more safely and efficiently.

“The price on those (Ferris mowers) start at $4,299 and go up, so you can easily get into a commercial mower for less than $5,000,” he said.

Even though the revamped Ferris models are the newest on the market, Johnson said customers have “already been buying them” in anticipation of the coming warm season.

“Ferris (mowers) are always popular – the brand is one of the best on the market, but something else new we now carry are Bad Boy Mowers, which are

commercial and residential zeroturn motors,” he said. “We became a dealer of those not long ago.

They’re a strong mower with a lot of power that gives a very clean cut.”

Pricing for Bad Boy mowers start at $2,999.

“Bad Boy (mower) frames are set up on a rubber isolator, which gives a smoother ride – not quite like a Ferris, but still, extremely smooth and much less rough on the rider, which makes a big difference when you’ve got a lot to mow,” he said.

Lesser-known mower and power equipment brands also are available at TNG, such as Simplicity, Dixon and Jonsered and household names like Snapper, which recently brought back the classic rear-engine rider, which features the engine in the back and deck beneath the feet of the rider.

“Snapper had switched up how they made their mowers, making them ‘walk-through’ mowers, but people didn’t like those, so they changed it back to the rear-

engine models,” Johnson said. “It’s better built, and really what made Snapper the recognizable name it is today. Price ranges on those (Snapper mowers) go from $1,899 and up.”

Power washers, aerators, rollers, spreaders, small trailers and various handheld equipment, all on display at TNG’s spacious showroom floor – one of the largest of its kind in a four-state area, Johnson said.

“We’ve got right at 2,800 square feet here – and that’s just the showroom,” he said. “This gives us the chance to show more products and allows customers to come inside, whether it’s to get out of the rain or get out of the heat, to take their time, look around, maybe talk to one of our knowledgeable staff, and decide what they might need or want.”

He added that the public is invited to come see the TNG showroom with the newest brands and models, as well as the classic ones, at an upcoming open house.

“We’re going to be hosting an

Below: Since November 2019, TNG Power Equipment in Claremore has been a carrier of Bad Boy Mowers, offering sturdy commercial and residential equipment for a wellgroomed lawn.

Above: Sophisticated equipment like TNG’s name-brand mowers, handheld power tools, and even simpler tools such as this roller are always in stock

open house Friday, March 27 and Saturday, March 28,” he said. “We will be offering special pricing, giveaways, free food and drinks, and more as kind of a spring kickoff, and allow people who might not normally come by to come in and meet with the staff and I, get to know us, get to know what we’re about and what the store is about.”

As always, TNG offers and services all brands of mowers and other items, and as Johnson said, “We won’t be beaten on service.”

TNG Power Equipment is open Mondays through Saturdays, from 8 a.m. until “the last customer is taken care of,” he said.

For more information, contact Johnson at 918-923-6712 or visit them in person at 2100 S. Highway 66 in Claremore.

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dates should be safe for any tender young start.

Where to plant:

Pick a garden site that is flat, has good drainage, and in full or partial sun. Partial shade is doable, but full shade may mean certain death for young plantings. A faucet for a garden hose should be in proximity to the garden. Also, select an area that is away from the competition, trees and shrubs. These are big competitors for moisture in the soil and will suck the dampness right out of a garden if located nearby. If a gardener finds the prospective garden site has thin soil, then a raised bed might be a better environment for plant growth.

Plan the work, then work the plan:

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he weather is turning warm, and the desire to work in the open air is on the minds of outdoor enthusiasts. For those who enjoy the reward of reaping a bounty at the end of their labor, it’s the time of year to get started working the soil. Whether a master gardener or a greenhorn who would like to give vegetable gardening a first try, there are some important steps to follow and trial and error is usually the best teacher.

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seeds, pesticides, and fertilizer pays off in groceries. Often the harvest can be more than a family can eat during the summer or can or freeze for winter months. What’s more, the flavor that comes from hothouse vegetables can’t hold a candle to the produce that comes straight from the garden to the plate.

When to plant:

So how does a novice get started with planting their first garden?

It’s March. Is it too early to start?

Tulsa cold snaps range from a last frost date of April 6 to a first frost date of Oct. 24. Any planting that takes place between those two

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Group like plants together, such as warm weather plants together and cool weather plants together. This makes for ease of caring for them.

Cool-season plants can be planted earlier in the year when average temperatures are around 70-72 degrees while warm weather plants can be planted a little later in the season when temperatures range from 70-90 degrees. The Urban Farmer’s online newsletter has a chart at https://www.ufseeds.com/ learning/garden-planting-guide/ that can guide any grower. Gardeners should do their homework when to plant specific seeds. Direct sowing can be done with low maintenance corn, carrot, bean, cucumber, pea, radish and pumpkin seeds, but start inside with tomatoes and peppers.

Water is all that is needed during the stage before transplanting to the outside garden. Once young plants are transplanted into the ground, mist them frequently during that first week. This helps the root system to become established in their new environment. After that initial introduction phase, water less often but more thoroughly.

being transplanted from an inside environment to an outside one.

Low light, cool temperatures, poor quality soil, or pests may be the problem. Solution: The same song and verse, as mentioned for other issues, move the plant to receive more sunlight. Also, cover plants when the temps dip or add a little fertilizer or pesticide.

Tips for growing success:

Troubleshoot garden dilemmas:

nutrients. Tomato plants are usually the first to display this symptom, but it can be found on other vegetation Urban Farmer can also help a as well. Solution: Move the plants beginner to troubleshoot what’s to receive more sun and test the going awry in most any garden. soil. Test the soil? How can that be Many novices see their seeds stall done? The OSU Extension Center and not germinate and often think has a helpful handout to provide they have bad seeds. Not so much. growers step-by-step instructions It is usually an environmental on what to do at https://www. problem. The list of causes sounds tulsamastergardeners.org/lawnlike the story of the three bears, “My -garden-help/ewExternalFiles/ porridge is too hot; my porridge is soil%20test%20instructions.pdf. too cold.” Same with the soil. It can Allow two to three weeks to receive be too hot, too cold or even too wet test results. for sowing. It also may be as simple Slow plant growth can be as the insects ate the seed. Solution: frustrating for gardeners, especially Pay close attention to planting times for enthusiastic new ones. The first to catch the soil at the optimum thought is that this issue may have temperature. Also, don’t overwater. been triggered by the shock of Another common garden issue is that tender seedlings wilt and die.

Again, with the three bears, the soil can be too wet, too dry, too much fertilizer was used, and burned up the plant or the garden had a visitation from insects. Solution: Don’t get distracted with a busy schedule, and allow plants to dry out, avoid overwatering, and realize plants don’t need fertilizer for the first month. Pesticides usually take care of pests if caught early.

Yellow leaves are another problem often found in a garden. It means the plant is not getting enough light or that the soil is deficient in

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Left: JP Jones

(continued from previous page) JP Jones is a web and graphic designer with a publishing business as well as a website solutions business.

Don’t let that artistic talent brand her as a fussy artist. This young woman has no problem getting her hands dirty and is a master gardener that produces enough food to feed her family, friends, neighbors, church family, and then fill her hometown’s food pantry. So, what caused Jones to get into gardening? She was seeking a distraction to melt away the stress of the day.

“I spend my day behind a computer screen,” Jones said. “I need a tactile

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activity to reset my creativity, and gardening has become my dirt therapy.”

Jones is more than just an expert in design; she is well-trained and qualified for gardening with her 4-H Extension Office Master Gardener’s certificate, a gardening guru of sorts. The Extension offices offer a program that covers detailed information, and Jones found the course to be an incredible tool to add to her arsenal. She boasts the resources and guest speakers covered all things gardening from soil prep to herbal recipes.

Jones lives in a rural area where there’s a gardener on every block.

She’s gleaned a lot of wisdom from exchanging tips with these masters.

She learned from these seasoned notables that adding Epson salt to the root of tomato plants is a real plus and how to make her own pesticides so plants can be ranked as 100% organic.

“As the crops keep rolling—and I can no longer face another summer squash or tomato—I will load up a box and take it to local food banks,” Jones said. “They are always thrilled

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to get fresh produce, and knowing that the food I grew is helping someone that is having a rough time motivates me to plant one more row next year, which leads to my garden getting bigger and bigger and bigger.”

Visiting the Tulsa Country 4-H Extension site at https://www. tulsamastergardeners.org/index. html can provide area residents with a wealth of information. Lunch & Learn events are available in both spring and fall, where Tulsa County Master Gardeners speak and share their experience and tips with those in attendance. Urban Gardener Training, which covers a variety of topics from gardening, trees and shrubs to lawn care, runs from March 5 through April 9. Details can be found at https:// www.tulsamastergardeners.org/ classes-and-events/urban-gardener-/ index.html.

“Our mission is to bring the research-based information from Oklahoma State University out to the people into the communities where they live to help improve their quality life,” Tulsa County OSU Extension Service Director Tracy Lane McKaughan said. “We’re here to extend the university to the people.”

The extension office staff hopes to prove themselves to be “proven, practical and priceless” to the people of the area. The OSU Extension Office is located at 4116 E. 15th Street in Tulsa and can be reached at (918) 746-3701.

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CLAREMORE HOME & GARDEN SHOW IS YOUR ‘ONE-STOP-SHOP’ FOR ALL THINGS LAWN, GARDEN AND HOME REPAIR

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ot unlike a perennial that that’s free of charge.” springs back to life every year, Formerly the Rogers County so returns the Claremore Home & Garden Farm and Ranch Home & Garden Show for its 18th Show, the show features vendors year this April at the Claremore Expo and experts from across the region Center. to aid attendees in various aspects Made possible by a committee of of home and garden renovation and experienced event professionals from improvement.

Visit Claremore, the Claremore Home “When you come to the show, you’ll & Garden Show offers amateur and have everything you might want, professional-level gardeners, home from outside home repair needs, new repair aficionados and yardwork installs for furniture, chimneys, full do-it-yourselfers an event explicitly kitchen remodels, pools, decks, some geared to cater to their needs. home lending options will be here “This (event) is an exceptional – we’ll have some vendors who deal means for people to connect with in the home décor side of things, so vendors and specialists for all their there will be new pieces available to lawn, yard or home-improvement people,” said Jessica Putz, director of projects,” said Tanya Andrews, Visit sales and marketing, Visit Claremore.

Claremore. “Show attendees will have “There will also be some food vendors the opportunity to meet and visit on hand, so attendees can get with a large assortment of artisans, something to eat while they’re here.” craftsmen and companies, where they Typically, vendors at the Claremore will can get information, materials or Expo Center are from the Claremore services for their prospective projects or Rogers County area. However, it’s in a safe, family-friendly atmosphere not uncommon for vendors from Tulsa, the Tulsa metro, or further to attend and interact with the public, typically, numbering into the thousands over the three days of the event.

In addition to vendors on-site, the show also will include a variety of

informational seminars.

“One of the seminars that’s been planned is ‘how to’ make and install a tower garden home unit, which is a state-of-the-art vertical, aeroponic growing system,” said Kendel Stocker, special events manager, Visit Claremore. “This system can grow herbs, greens, flowers, and many fruits in less time than it takes to grow in a traditional garden. What’s great about this is that we’re reaching out to local educators, as it’s an integrative STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) curriculum. There are possible grant funds through government agencies to install one (tower garden) at your school.”

Additionally, Stocker said the Rogers County Master Gardeners Association will be hosting seminars on composting, all three days of the show, and she’s currently working to arrange a presentation from local apiarists – commonly known as beekeepers – to speak at a seminar, as well as others to be announced at a later date.

Claremore FFA and Chelsea FFA members will be present and selling plants, and Saturday, Allan Storjohann, who hosts a gardening show on KRMG, will be telecasting live from the show.

Although each home and garden show is fundamentally the same, each year brings with it something different, Putz said.

“Since the event first began, each year, organizers would work hard to

Left: Kendel Stocker (left) and Jessica Putz with Visit Claremore are working with the Rogers County Builders Association, Inc. to bring the 18th annual Claremore Home & Garden Show to the Claremore Expo Center.

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make the following year’s show even better – and this year is no exception,” she said. “This is an event that’s very friendly too and good for the community, as well as for everyone who attends, and the event being a ‘no charge’ event is certainly one of the most well-received aspects of what’s been changed from the beginning. It has really brought together different parts of the area involved in home improvement and gardening and created something of a community between them.”

“Something else about the show, I think it’s really opened up – to people maybe not familiar with Claremore or Rogers County – knowledge to people about what we have available locally,” Stocker said, “because, you know, we may be a smaller city than some (cities), and I’ve found that people are pleasantly surprised at everything – services, products, etc. – that can be found here.”

So, whether your lawn, garden, or home needs are immediate or months away, put the Claremore Home & Garden Show on your calendar, and you’ll be able to connect with the right people -- with the right equipment – for the job.

Claremore Home & Garden Show will be held from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Friday, April 3, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Saturday, April 4 and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sunday, April 5, at the Claremore Expo Center, 400 Veterans Parkway in Claremore.

For more information, contact Stocker at 918-342-5357 or email her at kstocker@claremorecity.com.

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Being a people person, Becky loves helping people and takes her company’s motto “H.O.P.E.” to heart. H.O.P.E. stands for: Helping Other People Everyday. “Our commitment to personal attention has made USHEALTH Advisors a recognized world leader for business growth, innovation and customer care. Every day, we help more and more individuals, families and business owners fulfill their health coverage needs,” said Becky.

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Left: Pocahontas Club members pose for a group photo on a tour of the Saline Courthouse in Rose, Oklahoma.

Wild Onion Feast preserves, celebrates

Cherokee Traditions

BY TOM FINK

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or generations, members of the Indian Women’s Pocahontas Club have kept and preserved the culture and the rich traditions of the Cherokee Nation.

Among these many traditions are the annual cleansing of the body and spirit with a “spring tonic” at the Wild Onion Festival, which recognizes the coming of spring with a feast utilizing the first harvests of the season. Although much has changed over the years, the tribe’s heritage remains honored every year with the hosting of the Wild Onion Feast in Claremore.

“This (feast) is a tradition that our group, our people celebrate every year at the beginning of spring, as our ancestors did,” said Jennifer Brunn, president, Indian Women’s Pocahontas Club. “The feast allows us to partake in a spring tonic to mark the coming of spring with a dinner which includes wild onions – traditionally, among the first greens to sprout in the earliest weeks of spring – mixed with scrambled eggs for protein, with salt pork, fry bread, grape dumplings and sassafras tea.”

While the feast itself historically bolstered members of the tribe as they came out of the cold winter months, it also brought the community together in a time of fellowship, much like it does in modern times.

“The (Wild Onion) feast brings people together now as it did then, and today,

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we open the feast up to not only other members of the tribe, but people outside the tribe as well, to come and experience our traditions, and our heritage,” Brunn said.

For longtime Pocahontas Club member, Ollie Starr, the annual feast is a celebration she remembers from her own youth. “The season always brings back memories of going with my daddy in his old truck, walking through the woods alongside the creek until we discovered the green tips of spring peeking through the autumn leaves,” Starr said. “Raking the leaves back and taking our sticks, we would dig carefully, leaving the roots for next year’s crop, then we would check out the green bark of the sassafras tree for the tea. We dug only enough to boil for the tea, and once we were home, we cleaned the wild onions, went out to gather eggs, and sat down with family and friends for our traditional feast.”

In modern times, the feast shares those memories and heritage with all ages, while incorporating a live auction to the proceedings to raise money for the group to share with upcoming generations through their scholarship fund.

“In addition to the feast being a celebration of our heritage, the auction is the means by which we fundraise for our yearly scholarships,” Brunn said. “The auction itself is a lively event, at which, we have several great items up for bid – all of which are generously donated to us by individuals, groups or area businesses, and allow us to award scholarships for

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deserving youth.”

Among the previous year’s auction items were televisions, patio heaters, hunting trips, various food items, including homemade pies and other desserts, and more.

“We’ve got some (auction) items inhand already, but we’re still looking for more – the more items we have to be auctioned off, the more money which can be raised for scholarships – $600 each to 10 deserving students every year,” she said. “As the event itself is only two hours long, it’s a very busy, very fun two hours, which gives everyone – from the grandparents to the grandchildren – to participate in one of our time-honored traditions, and to help ‘pay it forward’ to our young people by raising money for the scholarships.”

Should any money be raised in excess of what’s needed for the scholarship, it is put into an endowment fund for the future, Starr said.

“It wasn’t that long ago, we didn’t have an endowment fund, but today we have one of $75,000, and our goal is to reach $100,000,” Starr said. “We’re very proud of that – starting only six years ago and raising enough money to build the fund up the way we’ve been able to. We’re the caretakers of our people’s history, and through the scholarships, we’re also the caretakers of our people’s future.”

One of the oldest clubs in the state, the Pocahontas Club has persevered in its ideals and objectives of Indian welfare and education, preserving the tribe’s past and ensuring its traditions continue.

The Indian Women’s Pocahontas Club Wild Onion Feast & Live Auction is scheduled for 12-2 p.m. Saturday, March 14, at the Claremore First United Methodist Church. For more information or tickets, contact Jennifer Brunn at jennypenny1977@gmail.com.

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A FAMILY TRADITION FOR 60 YEARS

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or 60 years, Grigsby’s Carpet, Tile and Hardwood has been serving eastern Oklahoma as the leader in quality floor coverings.

Founder Harold Grigsby started the business just down the road from where the showroom is currently located at 4417 S. Sheridan in Tulsa.

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In 1985, Dub Stover bought the store and nurtured it to the grand 16,000 square-foot showroom it is today. “It’s really a gallery,” explains Penny Carnino, who serves as director of operations. When you think of a gallery, your mind automatically goes to art. But that is exactly how you feel once you step foot in their store.

A gallery of every imaginable floor covering is displayed ready for you to transform your home or office.

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long that often people forget we carry a lot more than just carpet,” says Penny, adding that they also carry tile, natural stone, luxury vinyl plank, hardwood, cork, bamboo and custom rugs. On top of that, they sell and install kitchen tile and laminate countertops.

Although half of their business is dedicated to commercial clients, the residential side of things keeps them busy. “Customers see what they want on HGTV or Pinterest and come in wanting the latest looks, and we are happy to help them make

their decorating dreams come true,” boasts Penny. “People are tending to keep their homes longer, and that, of course, means more remodeling.

Our staff of 26 employees have a combined experience of 800 years and are here to help!”

While some may feel you might get a better price at a box store, Penny is

quick to point out; it’s not always the best deal. “When we give you a price that includes everything, while other chains tend to itemize, which really adds up.” Service is something else Grigsby’s prides itself on. If you’re an online shopper, they have a chat section to ask questions to help get you started. If you already have ideas in mind, there is a virtual room designer on their website, or you can peruse their design resources, which includes a free workbook to save all your ideas.

You may not think of the carpet industry as something that’s constantly evolving, but you’d be surprised how much it changes and improves. “We work hard to keep up with design trends, innovative products and improvements. “One of our new lines is magnetic flooring,” explains Penny.

The magnetized underlayment is perfectly safe and allows the consumer to install and change tiles easily.

Grigsby’s is most proud of its service after the sale. Their variety of floor coverings gets people in the store, but it’s the service that keeps them coming back time after time. “There’s nothing that makes us happier than a satisfied customer,” says Penny. And when a customer isn’t satisfied? “We go the extra mile to make sure we can rectify any problems they have with our products and installation.” With a high customer satisfaction rating, it’s easy to understand why generation

after generation keeps coming back.

Financing and free estimates are two more services the company offers.

Penny explains that the financing, done through Wells Fargo, can all be done online before you even step foot in the showroom.

Visit their showroom and see for yourself how they can help you find the perfect floor coverings. They are open Monday through Saturday. See their website, www.grigsbys.com, for hours. They can answer your questions via the chat feature on the web, or you can call at 918-627-6996.

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Below: Customers browse some of the carpet samples.

Above Left: (L-R) Daniel Brooks, Richard Trimm, Walter Guerra, Amanda Payne, Lore Dorris, Lorna Allen, Rebecca Landrum, Ed Whitaker, Sam Roberts, Nancy Carr, Melinda Williamon, Cindy Gowing, Teri Ford, David Stover, And Penny Carnino. Not pictured: Jeff Stover, Randy Mount, Todd Crain, Shana Howard, and Ron Stimmer.

Above Right: Grigsby’s offers a variety of flooring options in their 16,000 square foot showroom.

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Be Kind

BY SHANNON SMITH

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f I was asked the most important lesson I have learned in my life, it is to be kind. I was born with a deformity on my face. Nearly every day I was asked what was wrong with my face, and I answered the way my parents taught me, “I have a birthmark.” Of course, it bothered me when people asked, but I got somewhat used to it. Most people were just curious, but others were mean. It affected my self-confidence my entire life, but it also taught me some very valuable lessons.

In grade school I was often teased and bullied, but I tried to use humor as my shield. As a result, I had a lot friends who accepted me for who I was and what I looked like. Most of them told me they didn’t notice my flawed face, and that the real beauty was inside. The last week

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of my senior year in college, I met with my advising professor to tell her I had been accepted into graduate school. She told me she had something she needed to tell me. “Shannon, if you don’t get your face fixed, you’re going to have a very hard time getting a job.” I remember just nodding in agreement, and going back to my dorm room to sob. That day I decided I would prove her wrong.

I did get a job out of college.

It was in a fabric store where I sold expensive fabrics and sewed custom clothing for wealthy women. I was still asked about my face, but I had become so used to it, I brushed it off. I had made friends in my new job, and many of them are still friends after 30 years. I’ve taught my children to never question someone who looks different, and to always be their friend. In my travels I’ve met many people on every economic and social level, and I try to treat every person with kindness. It’s how I want to be treated, so why wouldn’t I do the same?

At age 48, I found a surgeon who would attempt to repair the deformity on my face. It was a difficult choice because it was very dangerous, and I was worried about what people would think.

I’m not asked anymore about my face, but I’ll never forget the lessons I learned. I learned that I wasn’t going to be happy if I worried about what people thought about me all the time.

I also learned that most people have something they don’t like about themselves, and I should say something positive and encouraging at every opportunity.

Today, I have a job that allows me to stand in front of people and teach what I love the most, cooking. I do my best to share my skills with others because it

White Chocolate & Blueberry Bread Pudding with Amaretto Cream Sauce I’ve made this bread pudding so many times for dessert, breakfast, brunch and parties. It is one of the most requested recipes I have, and it is so easy to prepare. The use of fresh blueberries and dried blueberries add two different flavors and textures. Be sure to use high-quality white chocolate and never use whole-wheat bread for this dessert.

• 6 cups torn egg bread, crust removed • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus 2 tablespoons • 3 large eggs • 4 cups half-and-half • 1 cup packed light brown sugar • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon • 1 cup white chocolate chips • 1 cup fresh blueberries • 1/2 cup dried blueberries • One lemon, zested and juiced • 1/2 cup toasted sliced almonds Amaretto cream sauce: • 1 tbsp. cornstarch • ¼ cup Amaretto liqueur • 1 ½ cups heavy cream • ¼ cup granulated sugar

doesn’t cost anything to be kind to others. Kindness is never wasted, and there are opportunities every day to give it to others.

One of my favorite ways to show kindness is with food, and bread pudding is sure to put a smile on

For the bread pudding, preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place torn bread on a baking sheet and let sit out to dry overnight. Alternatively, you can put the torn bread into the oven at 200 degrees for 45 minutes to dry. (The dry bread will absorb the custard better) Butter a 9”X13” baking dish with 2 tablespoons of butter. Whisk the eggs in a large bowl. Whisk in the half-and-half, brown sugar, vanilla and cinnamon. Add the bread, chocolate, blueberries and dried blueberries, lemon zest, lemon juice and almonds; stir in butter and mix well. Let sit for 30 minutes so the bread will absorb the egg mixture. You may need to add more half-and-half, so the mixture is very moist, like a thick cake batter. Pour into the prepared dish. Bake until firm when pressed in the center, about one hour.

Amaretto cream sauce: In a small bowl, dissolve the cornstarch in the Amaretto and whisk until smooth. In a medium saucepan, heat cream and sugar over medium heat. Add the Amaretto mixture to the hot cream and constantly whisking, bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and cook, whisking for 30 seconds. Let cool to room temperature before serving with the bread pudding.

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The family-owned business, now on its third generation, started with a couple of trucks and technicians and has grown to one of the biggest exterminators in the state.

So, what should you be looking for? “Spring is the prime time for termites,” states Shelia Disler, vice president of Mother Nature.

“Things start to warm up, and with Oklahoma’s humidity, it’s the perfect breeding ground.”

Mother Nature has long been at the forefront of using Sentricon to eliminate termites effectively.

Stations are set up throughout the property, and each one is filled with bait the worker termites take back to their queen. When she eats the bait, the colony dies. If you only use chemicals to kill the known termites, it kills the workers, but not the queen. The reason that’s not effective? Queens typically lay one egg per second.

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“With the Sentricon system, it 100% eliminates the chance of an infestation,” boasts Shelia. After all, many of the nation’s greatest treasures are safeguarded by Sentricon, including the Statue of Liberty and the White House.

There are also termites called swarmers. They are easily identified by a straight body and big wings. Swarmers are future kings and queens ready to start a colony. “You see a lot of these in bathrooms, where there tends to be more moisture. A lot of times, if you don’t see the actual termites, you’ll see their discarded wings,” explains Taylor Reed, who manages Mother Nature. “One thing about termites you can always count on is that they’re random and continuous, so prevention is the best treatment.”

“Many people already have the stations installed and never continued their service because no termite activity was found. We can reactivate those and get you on a yearly schedule with no additional cost other than the yearly fee,” says Shelia.

Summer brings with it a rise in bedbugs. These pesky rodents are usually first noticed once they have bitten their host. Bedbugs are about the size and color of an apple seed. They are very good at hiding in cracks and crevices.

They are also excellent travelers themselves. “Bedbugs are like little hitchhikers, they can attach themselves to anything and go where you go,” says Shelia. Things to think about: never put your purse or luggage down. Lift up your mattress and look for them with a flashlight. You never know when you stay at an Air B&B, hotel, or dorm who has been there before you. These little demons can live up to a year and a half

without feasting on human blood.

The biggest misconception about bedbugs is that you must have a dirty house in order to get them.

Not true. You can pick them up anywhere. And once you have them, only a professional can assure they’re gone. Afterward, there are quarterly treatments available to make sure they never show their faces again.

Besides termites and bedbugs, Mother Nature helps with gophers and moles, mosquitoes, roaches, ants, spiders, mice, rats, and grub and armyworms. They also offer a lawn fertilization service, which includes weed treatment and lawn aeration. Attic insulation (which is pre-treated with boric acid to

“Taking care of our customers is our No. 1 priority.” discourage pests in your attic) is yet another service they provide.

You go to the doctor once a year for a physical, so why wouldn’t you do the same for your home. With free inspections, there is no reason to put your home at risk.

Bundle pricing, senior citizen discounts, and payment plans are all available options to help you protect your home.

Above: Taylor Reed, manager.

“Taking care of our customers is our No. 1 priority,” stresses Shelia, adding that her grandparents, who founded the company, take great pride in building relationships with their clientele.

You can find Mother Nature at the next Home and Garden Show March 12-15 or call them at 918362-2000. For more about what they offer, see their website at www. mothernaturesinc.com or visit their Facebook page.

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Tulsa IrishFest returns to the Guthrie Green the weekend of St. Patrick’s Day MARCH 13 & 14, 2020

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t. Patrick’s Day weekend, Guthrie Green will once again be home to Tulsa IrishFest, a family-friendly festival celebrating Irish music, culture, and food.

The first two years of Tulsa IrishFest were a phenomenal success with over 10,000 attending last year.

The two-day festival will run from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, March 13th and noon to 8 p.m. Saturday, March

14th. Tulsa IrishFest focuses on music, culture, and art in the Celtic tradition. It is entirely free and offers a family-friendly alternative for celebrating the weekend of St. Patrick’s Day. There will be food and fun for all ages with local, national, and international entertainment.

“Tulsans have always loved getting out and celebrating St. Patrick’s Day. Our festival will complement the other celebrations around town with an event centered around authentic Celtic music.

This is a place where you can bring your children, and because of the generosity of our Oklahoma Oil Patch sponsors, Left: Dancers from the Goode Academy of Irish Dance.

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attendance is completely free,” says Don Burdick, Festival organizer.

Throughout the weekend, there will be live performances from Ashely Davis (Kansas City), Skerryvore (Scotland), Cassie & Maggie (Nova Scotia), and special performances from the Goode Academy of Irish Dance. The festival at Guthrie Green will also include food trucks, Celtic vendors for shopping, a huge kid’s zone with traditional Irish games, and tons of other free fun!

For more information, go to the event’s Facebook page at Tulsa IrishFest, website at www.TulsaIrishFest.org or www.GuthrieGreen.com. You can also contact Don Burdick, founder of the Tulsa IrishFest at Don.Burdick@cox.net.

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Left: SpringFest Steering Committee, left to right- Sarah Hicks, Event Chair; Andy Zanovich, Board President; Caty Coffee, Operations Manager and Logistics Coordinator; Dylan Axsom, Communications Manager, (Not Pictured, Laura Chalus, CEO Tulsa Garden Center)

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s the grayness of winter is pushed aside by the consistent warmth of the sun, nature awakens with great inspiration, in an explosion of color and beauty. It is a time to rejoice, as we are blessed with the gift of spring.

The best way to celebrate the season is at the Tulsa Garden Center’s SpringFest! The annual event will take place April 10-11 on the grounds of the Garden Center, and at the neighboring Tulsa Historical Society and Museum. The festival will be open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, and from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. Guests will be treated to almost 100 vendor booths, with many offering plants for purchase. Food trucks, as well as concessions inside the Garden Center mansion, will be available. On Saturday, with large crowds expected, shuttle transportation will be provided from parking at 21st and Utica. Handicap and membership parking will be available at the festival site. Admission to the event is absolutely free to the public, and everyone is invited! “This event is great for the whole family, especially the kids,” said TGC Board President Andy Zanovich, “not only for

the educational aspects but for fun!” A kid zone is a favorite spot at the event, with lots to do, including face painting and horticultural education. Event partner, the Tulsa Historical Society and Museum, will be open with free admission to the museum during the festivities. “One of the things that sets this event apart is that after you buy your plants here, we’ll still be here,” said TGC CEO, Laura Chalus. “We always have horticulture experts on hand with advice on any plants you buy, and to answer questions.”

SpringFest is a large fundraiser for the Garden Center and the adjoining parks and gardens and has been a festival favorite in the community since 1957. The almost 44-acre park in midtown Tulsa includes a grand variety of gardens and is not only a highlight for plant enthusiasts, but for history lovers as well. The glorious mansion on-site is 100 years old, as well as other historical buildings and gardens in the park. All proceeds from SpringFest are invested in essential renovations, restorations, maintenance and overall grounds beautification.

The steering committee for SpringFest includes Event Chair, Sarah

Hicks; Operations Manager and Logistics Coordinator, Caty Coffee; Communications Manager, Dylan Axsom; and Board President, Andy Zanovich. “This event’s committee is all aged 40 and under,” said Laura. “We still have all of our older members, and celebrate our history and all of the things we do, but we also have some new, young energy and fresh ideas.” Each member of the committee became involved because they love the Garden Center and its mission. “It’s great working here because you get a feel for so many different things,” said Caty, who was recently elected as President of the Tulsa Cacti and Succulent Society. Andy has been with the Garden Center since 2013. “I really wanted to help, and I have a passion for this place. I want to help it progress and grow,” he said.

Dylan began his career at TGC as a volunteer at SpringFest. “I love watching things grow,” he said. “and this is a perfect place to do that.” Sarah was asked to serve as Chair of the event to bring young, professional energy to the festival. “I strongly believe in education on how we impact the planet, and how we can become better stewards of it,” she said. “We also want to convey that all are welcome here.

This place seems really grand, and it is, but it’s for everyone.”

SpringFest sponsorships are available, as well as volunteer opportunities.

There are many educational resources and classes also offered year-round. For more information, visit their website at www.tulsagardencenter.org, or follow them on Facebook or Instagram @tulsagardencenter.

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