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IN THIS ISSUE

34 IrishFest returns to Guthrie Green.

14 Sarah Hicks, Andy Zanovich, Caty Coffee, and Dylan Axsom invite you to celebrate spring!

4 Barry Gardner, DC, BCN and Cyndie Gardner envisioned a “life changing” venue where individuals could get healing from PTSD, anxiety, depression, and learning/processing disorders.

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ver 12 years ago, visionaries, Barry Gardner, DC, BCN, and Cyndie Gardner, pioneered the way for neurofeedback therapy, in the state of Oklahoma, by establishing RenuYou Neurofeedback Brain Fitness Center. They envisioned a “life-changing” venue where individuals could get healing from PTSD, anxiety, depression and learning/processing disorders without relying upon medication and its possible side effects. They have become one of the most highly esteemed neurofeedback clinics in the world, with individuals coming from as far away as South Africa for treatment. Richard Soutar, Ph.D. BCN, a renowned name in the neurofeedback field, commented on their accomplishments.

“The Gardners did everything right, and it is rare to see such dedication to details,” said Soutar. “They pursued board certification and

were open to learning a bio-psychosocial approach to neurofeedback recognizing that they had to look at pharmaceutical use, diet, exercise, and nutrition as well as family and work-life when using Neurotherapy to achieve optimal outcomes.”

Soutar continues, “They utilized specially developed software with qEEG brain-mapping and psychosocial testing designed

specifically for that purpose and developed a coherent team of experts along with a very organized office, based upon years of experience in Wellness services to the community.

They coupled this with deep concern and compassion for each patient. I am very impressed and proud of their accomplishment.”

RenuYou Neurofeedback is a noninvasive, drug-free form of brain wave biofeedback based on selfoperant conditioning and considered to be one of the most advanced drugfree therapies of this technological generation. It successfully treats depression, anxiety, ADD/ADHD, learning difficulties, insomnia, memory deficits, as well as helps students, athletes, dancers, choreographers, politicians, CEO’s with peak performance by achieving optimal use of mental resources and can actually increase IQ. “We can see noticeable improvements within the first few sessions,” says RenuYou licensed therapist, Joshua Beavers, MA, LPC BCN. RenuYou begins with a quantitative electroencephalography (qEEG), a brain mapping that records electrical activity and coordination of the brain. Brain patterns are then (continued on next page)

Left: The staff of RenuYou demonstrates procedures in a typical session.

Right: The Gardners have made it their mission to see healing in their patients through neurofeedback.

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(continued from previous page) interpreted by a doctor or qualified specialist to determine the protocol for treatment.

We are passionate about what we do,” said partner and clinical director Marie McCabe, MA, LMFT, BCN. “We’ve seen so many lives transformed. The brain can get stuck in an overstimulated brain wave pattern, which causes attention anxiety, or a slow pattern, which contributes to ADD/ADHD. Neurofeedback actually causes the brain to re-route and forge a new neuropathway.”

Once treatment begins, RenuYou uses “reward biofeedback” that features watching a movie or listening to music. As desirable brainwave patterns emerge, the continued playing of the movie or music reinforces them. The reward is taken away when undesirable patterns emerge. The goal of neurofeedback is to improve the brain's ability to self-regulate and smoothly shift between states of relaxation and sustained focus. This encourages the brain to change thinking and behavior patterns and achieve peak performance due to the brain’s ability to control attention and emotion.

“There is nothing more amazing than to pair scientifically proven neurofeedback treatment with effective therapeutic interventions to facilitate healing and growth,” said staff clinical hypnotherapist, Debra

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Above: Richard Soutar, Ph.D. BCN, a renowned name in the neurofeedback field.

Watkins, MA, LMFT. RenuYou Neurofeedback Brain Fitness Center is a BCI.A Board Certified facility, staffed with physicians and licensed professional therapists and counselors, and are also certified brain health coaches under renowned neuroscientist, Dr. Daniel Amen.

RenuYou believes ultimately that God is the Great Physician and adhere to the scripture, Jeremiah 29:11, “the plans God has are to give us a hope and a purpose.”

“Our mission statement is to

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empower people to be healthy, as God intended, beginning with a fully functional and optimal brain,” says founder Dr. Barry Gardner.

Consultations are complimentary but do require an appointment. Call 918.747.7400 to see if RenuYou Neurofeedback is a good fit for you or your loved one.

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pring is right around the corner, and with it comes critters we’d just as soon not have to think about. But whether you need said critters gone or you can’t stand the thought of having any in your house, now is the time to set up your free inspection.

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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neighbor can have them and eventually make their way to you.

“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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n any industry, having a specialized niche in a particular market may seem like it would give a business an edge. For LCI, this is an absolute truth, as they proudly proclaim, “We do driveways!”

Since 2005, the business philosophy at LCI has focused on extraordinary customer satisfaction, quality workmanship with the highest quality materials, and rapid project completion while maintaining the greatest standard.

Owner, Kalan Paul, comes from a background of custom luxury home development and believes this experience is a great resource for his clients. “I’ve been through the entire design process with customers, and designed and built million dollar or more homes throughout midtown Tulsa and the surrounding area,” he said.

“I’m very familiar with the design process.”

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needs and wishes for driveway driveway work. replacement or repair. “The As initial meetings take place at customer can walk me through the customer’s home, Kalan assures what they want to accomplish, and his potential clients of his honesty, I can advise on time frames, ideas, integrity, and proficiency with over and potential for them to be aware 100 job references listed on their of before we get started,” said Kalan. website that customers can visit to “Once I meet with them, I will get see his work, and possibly speak all the necessary measurements with previous customers for review. and go back to my office to compile “They are welcome to go by and the estimate, and we can a project look at them,” said Kalan. “Maybe going very quickly.” Nearly 30%even ask the owners if they are 40% of their projects are alterations happy with the work.” beyond just repair, to expand, or Many call LCI when they feel their add special features to the existing driveway has become unsightly, driveway, such as a sidewalk or with stains or other blemishes. Most porch repair or replacement. Kalan people will know they need to call is always happy to offer his design LCI when they begin seeing cracks expertise to ensure his customer’s or chips. When cracks or peeling of complete satisfaction. “I’m a big the top layer begin, it will only get fan of doing radius concrete as an worse from there. If cracks begin to option other than doing a 90˚ when gape or the sides become uneven there is a transition from driveway on the surface, this could be a sign to sidewalk,” he said. Aesthetics are of structural issues beneath the always taken into consideration in driveway that need to be addressed. the design. LCI does require a 600 “It’s not going to get better,” said sq. ft. minimum for each project, Kalan. so any sidewalk or porch addition “The main reason the concrete would need to be included with the raises and lowers structurally

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is a lack of infrastructure,” he continued. “Hairline cracks are normal, but I highly recommend incorporating a metal infrastructure inside the concrete for durability.” Rebar is the standard for stability, as it helps to keep the concrete together despite small cracks. It also will not pull apart, or allow raising and lowering on the sides of cracks.

It is also recommended to dowel into existing concrete, such as a garage floor. This process entails drilling holes into the standing concrete and inserting rebar into the holes that run will through the newly poured concrete. This provides further stabilization and durability in the new driveway.

Kalan and his team at LCI are the authority when it comes to driveway repair or replacement. Call them today for an analysis of your concrete, from the curb to your front door. For more information, or to see their project gallery, visit their website at www.lcitulsa.com or call (918) 9601440 to make an appointment.

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Inspiration Cultivation at SpringFest!

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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

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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.

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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 really wanted to help, and I have a and Museum, will be open with free passion for this place. I want to help it admission to the museum during the progress and grow,” he said. festivities. “One of the things that sets Dylan began his career at TGC this event apart is that after you buy as a volunteer at SpringFest. “I love your plants here, we’ll still be here,” watching things grow,” he said. “and said TGC CEO, Laura Chalus. “We this is a perfect place to do that.” always have horticulture experts on Sarah was asked to serve as Chair of hand with advice on any plants you the event to bring young, professional buy, and to answer questions.” energy to the festival. “I strongly SpringFest is a large fundraiser for believe in education on how we the Garden Center and the adjoining impact the planet, and how we can parks and gardens and has been a become better stewards of it,” she said. festival favorite in the community “We also want to convey that all are since 1957. The almost 44-acre park welcome here. This place seems really in midtown Tulsa includes a grand grand, and it is, but it’s for everyone.” variety of gardens and is not only a SpringFest sponsorships are highlight for plant enthusiasts, but for available, as well as volunteer 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

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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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.

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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.

A colorful crop at the end of the season is well worth the effort. The return on investment for the cost of

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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

The OSU Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Services at http://pods.dasnr. okstate.edu/docushare/dsweb/Get/ Rendition-3600/unknown provides a planting guide and encourages gardeners to avoid common mistakes novice gardeners make: 1. Avoid placing plants so close together that the gardener can’t walk about or work in the garden 2. Don’t apply fertilizer directly in contact with plant roots or seeds 3. Never oversaturate when watering so that the soil becomes soggy 4. Avoid allowing weeds to grow large and overtake the garden before pulling them 5. Don’t apply pesticides without thoroughly reading application instructions 6. Never use sprays that are not intended for a garden 7. Avoid storing diluted sprays for later use (continued on next page)

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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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Polished inPink AT JUNIOR LEAGUE OF TULSA’S ANNUAL GEM GALA

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or over 95 years, the Junior League out and dance.” of Tulsa (JLT) has been a treasure The GEM Gala is one of Junior in the community, with a solid League’s largest fundraisers for the mission to improve the lives of fellow year, with proceeds benefiting all of citizens while promoting volunteerism the many programs that they work and the empowerment of women. Their with. A silent and live auction will take annual GEM (Going the Extra Mile) place, highlighting artwork, elegant Gala is a bright and beautiful reflection jewelry, getaways, VIP experiences, of their organization, and of the women local merchant packages and more. “We who are valiantly involved in it. even have a stay in a cabin in the woods, In its fifth year, the Gala will be and courtside tickets to a Thunder held April 4 at the prestigious and game,” Tiffany said. “We will have lots historic Mayo Hotel. Themed each of different things. There is something year for a gemstone, tourmaline will be for everyone.” Silent auction bidders the headliner this year, and the party need not be present to win and can bid will be plastered in pink. Guests are online. encouraged to wear the theme color at New this year, guests can enjoy the black-tie affair, but it is not required. “Bubbles and Bling,” with a special “It’s not mandatory, but it’s all part of the commemorative glass to serve the Gala’s fun,” said event co-chair, Tiffany Landry. signature cocktail drink. Each glass “Tourmaline is a bright pink color, so it’s will have a number on the bottom, to going to be fun!” The event will begin at be used for a prize drawing. The lucky 7 p.m. and will kick off with a VIP party winner will receive a beautiful piece of for some of the sponsors. Dinner will be this years tourmaline jewelry. served, and there will be an open bar. A Throughout the evening, local artist, DJ will entertain during the event, and Chris Mantle will showcase at the Gala, at 11 p.m., the after-party begins. “The while painting live two art pieces. At party doesn’t stop at the end of the gala,” the end of the evening, the art will be said Tiffany. “Everybody gets to hang auctioned to the highest bidder. “This

is a really exciting part of the evening,” said Tiffany. “It’s incredible to watch his work come together.”

Each year, JLT chooses two recipients to honor as their “GEMs.” This year’s honorees will be Hawthorne Elementary second grade Art Program, and JLT alumni, Lucia O’Connor. “We choose someone in the community to honor that we admire,” said Tiffany. “We also have chosen a wonderful program that we work with.” Hawthorne’s Art Program is a community partner and will receive a large contribution as part of the proceeds from the event, and artwork from the students will be on display. “This year is going to be really special,” said Tiffany, “because we are going to have the students create an art project that we will auction off.”

Lucia O’Connor is being honored for her many contributions to the community and is heavily involved with Junior League as a mentor.

“She was instrumental in making Tulsa what it is today, and has devoted most of her life to impacting change,” said Above: Lucia O'Connor Tiffany. Mrs. O’Connor is heavily involved with the Ronald McDonald house, as well as many other nonprofit organizations that provide support to the community where needed.

GEM Gala tickets and sponsorship opportunities are available online at www.jltulsa.org/fundraiser/gem-gala/.

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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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DRYTECT INNOVATION

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imply put, Drytect does it all.

For residential or commercial needs, they can provide the highest quality service for roofing, fencing, restoration, dumpster rental, concrete and much more!

With over 35 years of personal experience, owner John Sipes has built his business with honesty and integrity and is a trusted name in the industry. With roots in roofing, Drytect has expanded its range of services to ensure that the needs of their customers can be completed with one simple phone call. “There’s really nothing we can’t do,” said John. “We are a one-stopRight: Owner, John Sipes.

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shop for most anything for home or business for maintenance and repairs.” One of their specialties is fencing, including custom gate installation, fencing maintenance and repair, as well as installation.

“We can do any kind of gate you can imagine,” said John. “We’ve even done prisons with razor wire.”

Additionally, they offer the most competitive, unbeatable prices in the business. They offer many options, such as chain link, barb wire and wood privacy fencing.

John comes from a long line of entrepreneurs. His family owned Sipes’ Grocery in Tulsa. Many will remember the local boutique grocery store chain as a historical icon in the area, starting in 1910.

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John earned his real estate license.

“I think having my real estate license gives me a lot of insight in many ways in this business,” said John. “Especially when it comes to knowing about resale requirements.”

With a keen interest in the construction side of the industry, he started his commercially certified roofing company in 2005.

In 2015, trusted for their quality and expertise, Drytect was hired to repair and replace portions of the historic Philtower highrise building in downtown Tulsa.

This highly recognized project was an honor for them and is one of multiple other large-scale downtown roofing jobs they have been entrusted with.

Using the latest and greatest in technology, Drytect utilizes

tools such as infrared scanners, sensors, and drones to ensure the best analysis of roof damage for repair. The scanners and sensors can visually penetrate deep into the roof ’s surface to assist in locating leaks or damage. “We have incorporated the best in technology to separate ourselves from others, and give more to our customers,” John said. “There are many roofing companies that I have to go behind and fix their work.” The company can also provide guttering services.

John prides himself on keeping

up to date on new technology and is diligent in obtaining a higher standard of excellence by way of progressing in training and education for himself and his staff. “I’m always taking classes and learning new things,” said John. “I make sure we are all up to date on certifications.” He retains multiple accreditations, including for restoration certification. “I want people to be happy with our work and be comfortable; it’s going to be done right.”

Recently, Drytect began renting

dumpsters, to save their customers money on projects, and to provide even more convenience in their list of services. They can also do concrete work for sidewalks, driveways, pavers and stem walls.

Concrete projects could be dyed or stamped, and they can also provide any concrete sawing, as well as curb construction and core drilling.

“You can call for almost anything that needs to be done around the home,” he said. “We aren’t selling anything; we are just trying to create peace of mind.” For more information on all services provided by Drytect for fencing, call them at (918)401-1000 or visit their website at www.drytectfence. com and for roofing and more at www.drytect.net.

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

BY RYAN HOWELL

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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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A FAMILY TRADITION FOR 60 YEARS

BY TERESA BOND-MASON

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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.

“Grigsby’s has been around for so

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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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Handgun, shotgun or rifle, which is best?

First off, ask yourself why you are buying a firearm in the first place. If you need a range gun, you should buy whatever suits you best. If you are looking for concealed carry, you need to take the overall appearance into account.

Can it be easily hidden under your clothing? Do you plan to use your firearm for protection, hunting, or competitive shooting? Determining your primary use will lead you to the right choice.

Budget?

Your budget plays an important role in choosing the best firearm for you. Maintaining it can be very expensive due to the high cost of ammunition and cleaning supplies. Training and practice is another expense to plan on, too. Avoid being ‘penny-wise and pound-foolish,’ and buy the best quality firearm you can afford. Otherwise, you might only be placing yourself in grave danger.

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

BY TOM FINK

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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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Right: Mowers, power equipment, traditional lawn and gardening tools, and more will be on display, with area vendors present to converse with members of the public at the upcoming home and garden show in Claremore.

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Cedar, the king of backyard privacy fencing, is known for its long-lasting good looks— tight grain, fewer knots, and a desirable red hue. Cedar naturally weathers to a silvery gray, and a fence of this material will require maintenance, including occasional plank replacement. For long-lasting color and protection, apply a penetrating sealant immediately after installation and annually thereafter.

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Vinyl fencing has been around for a few decades, but it’s still a relatively new kid on

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Manufactured from wood fibers combined with plastic polymers, composite fencing

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t is said “teamwork makes the dream work,� and these words can apply to almost any situation as motivation to work together, but for Troy and Debbie Edmonds, it means a little bit more.

Troy and Debbie have been married for many years, and have worked together for most that of time. Neither of them would dream of working apart.

Together, they are part of the incredible staff at Reveal Salon, located at 8929 S. Memorial Dr. #170. The Salon offers clients an array of services, including haircuts, color and styling, skin, anti-aging and acne treatments, nail care and much more. Troy is a full-service stylist at the salon,

because we are a good team.”

The pair think of each other highly not only personally, but also professionally. “Most of Debbie’s customers have been with her for over

while Debbie is a certified nail technician.

Working together, they are as happy as a married couple could ever be.

“We’ve always worked together and have never had a problem,” said Troy. “It just works better for us.” Troy and Debbie met when they were 13 and 14 years old, and spending their time with each other is where they have always found normalcy. “We have so many people say they don’t 20 years,” said Troy. “They’re loyal know how we work together, but customers because she does such we’ve always had this special a great job. She does an excellent relationship,” said Debbie. “I just job in a hurry.” Debbie truly think some people are married, believes in her husband’s work. but some people are MARRIED.” “95% of my clients go to Troy for Early in their marriage, Troy their hair,” she said. “He really owned and operated his own communicates with his clients barbershop, called Kings Court. to make sure he gives them what While their two sons were very they want. He’s also just such a young, Debbie decided she nice guy – a really good person.” wanted to go to cosmetology With a successful working school to learn how to do nails, relationship, their advice to other and upon graduation, began couples considering working working with her husband. They together is simple: “We stay really moved together to work with busy, so we don’t just sit around Nichole McGinnis, owner of together all day,” said Troy. “If Reveal Salon, in 2012. They each you’re going to work together, have over 25 years of experience you can’t go home and talk about working in their specialties. work all the time. Work can’t be Troy and Debbie have found 24 hours a day.” that working together is not only Above all, they are proud beneficial for them, but their to provide exceptional clients as well. “If you have a good customer service relationship with your clients, as part of the they trust your recommendations,” Reveal said Debbie. “I have referred my customers to Troy for hair, and he Salon sends his to me for their nails. It’s helpful for people to come to us

team. “Nichole is the absolute best for skincare,” said Debbie. “She’s a very nice and honest person, and is excellent at what she does.”

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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.

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on’t let the name fool you: Advantage Roofing & Construction handles much more than just roofing and construction.

From siding to deck work, repair work to fencing and more, Advantage Roofing & Construction workers come with the expertise and experience to tackle all of your light or heavy projects, drawing from more than 50 years of craftsmanship, quality service, hard work and superior products.

And it the coming months, it would be even more to your advantage to reach out to Advantage as company owner Scot Willis will be giving away free fencing.

“We’re going to be giving away 150 feet of free four-inch picket fence posts, four-inch runners, etc. – this also includes a 4 foot walk gate,” said Scot Willis, owner, Advantage Roofing

& Construction. “To be eligible for study it in school, after which he went this, all a person has to do is go to to work with an oil and gas company, Facebook, like our page, comment later undertaking his own business and share it and when we reach 500 venture with Advantage. likes, we’ll give the fencing away.”

“I won’t lie, the money’s not bad, but Future giveaways are planned in the really that wasn’t the reason why I coming year, Willis said, to include got into construction,” he said. “For another 150 feet of free fencing, and in me, my favorite part of what I do is summer time, a free roof giveaway. what I can bring to each job that I Willis, who owns and operates do, to the work – my integrity,” he several businesses, has more than 15 said. “Unfortunately, in this field, as in years of personal experience in the any other field, there are people who field of construction, having overseen are good at what they do, and people operations of Advantage for the past who are bad at what they do, there are three, “constructing” a successful people who will deal fairly with the business along the way. customer and people who will take “I started the company (Advantage) advantage of the customer. three years ago in 2017, and we’re “Unfortunately, the bad ones soon to head into our fourth (year),” don’t just hurt the customer, they he said. “I was originally an engineer, hurt everyone else – all the people and that’s something I still do, but I working construction who know what initially got into construction because they’re doing and are good at it,” he of a neighbor of mine, who had his continued. “It doesn’t take but one own roofing company. I went to work bad construction job or company for him, and as it to damage the reputation of all the turned out, I found good ones – to give them a bad name. out that I really liked What I want to do, what I’ve always the work, so I’ve been done, and what I’ll continue to do is involved in some earn my good reputation through the form of construction quality of my work – one job at a time, or another since then.” and being the kind of roofing and Willis enjoyed construction company that people construction so much think highly of helps give similar that he decided to companies a good name.

“Construction is something I’ve Left: Advantage wanted to do most of my life, and even employees Blake and though this isn’t my only business, Scott digging post holes to be used to it’s one that I’ve worked very hard hold posts to support a to be a success – if we weren’t doing fence at a residence in our job, the company wouldn’t have Claremore.

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Above: Advantage Roofing & Construction owner Scot Willis.

grown into the success it is today,” he said. “Believe me, construction isn’t easy work, and if it wasn’t something I cared about, I wouldn’t be doing it, but I do, so I do.”

Work is done through inhouse employees, Willis said, but subcontractors are sometimes called upon for specialty work, and all working for Advantage only do so after they have passed background checks and drug tests.

“Our ‘area’ that we cover is basically from 1-35 and east,” he said. “In addition to the residential jobs we take, many of our customers are commercial, and well-known names, like Lowe’s, for example. Our work is in 15 Lowe’s stores all across the state.

We do their fencing, siding, roofing, decks, etc. We probably do more than 20 projects every week for Lowe’s.”

Willis said Advantage has done

projects for Lowe’s in Claremore, Tulsa, Bixby, Ponca City, Stillwater, Tahlequah, Muskogee, Bartlesville, Grove and others.

But commercial or residential, big name or little, Willis said each project is approached with the same level of professionalism and integrity.

“Our bottom line is to always work with honesty and integrity, to follow through on everything we do, to make our customers as satisfied as possible – obviously, there are jobs that are more challenging than others, but customer satisfaction is highly important to us,” he said. “Over the years, I’ve seen materials, and the quality of materials change, improve, but one thing that never changes or goes out of style is the need for people to know that they can trust you – that they can rely on you -- and having integrity in what you do accomplishes that. We follow through from start to finish.”

So, whether it’s a new roof, repairing an existing roof, fence work, deck work, or some other home or business project, take advantage of a good thing by contacting Advantage Roofing & Construction.

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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.”

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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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MAR 10 - 7PM TO 9PM

MAR 28 - 7:30PM TO 10PM FINDING NEVERLAND

CHS Choir Spring Concert $5 admission Robson Performing Arts Center 101 E Stuart Roosa, Claremore, OK

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MAR 13 - 12PM TO 3PM

WRJH Talent Show Robson Performing Arts Center 101 E Stuart Roosa, Claremore, OK (918) 923-4290 claremorepac.org

MAR 14 - 12PM TO 10PM

St. Paddy’s Party Claremore Main Street 419 W Will Rogers Blvd, Claremore, OK (918) 341-5881 downtownclaremore.org

MAR 16-20 - 1PM TO 3PM Spring Break Activities Free admission Open to children 17 and under Will Rogers Birthplace Ranch 9501 E 380 Rd, Oologah, OK (918) 341-0719 visitclaremore.org

MAR 17 - 11AM TO 1PM

Bangers & Mash Luncheon Claremore Main Street 315 W Will Rogers Blvd, Claremore, OK (918) 341-5881 downtownclaremore.org

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MAR 6 - 7PM TO 9PM

Couple’s Date Night - Comedy Style! $25/Couple in Advance, $35/Couple at the Door Asbury United Methodist Church 6767 S Mingo Rd, Tulsa, OK (918) 492-1771 bixbychamber.chambermaster.com

MAR 7 - 9AM TO 4PM Big Spring Clean Free admission Expo Square - Lot 3W 4145 E 21st St, Tulsa, OK (972) 493-8531 krmg.com

MAR 6-7 Tulsa Roadster Swap Meet Free admission Claremore Expo Center 400 Veterans Pkwy, Claremore, OK (918) 231-1042 tulsaroadsters.com

Sapulpa Public Library 27 W Dewey Ave, Sapulpa, OK (918) 224-5624 sapulpachamber.com

MAR 28-29

MAR 21-22 - 9AM TO 7PM Dance Champs Robson Performing Arts Center 101 E Stuart Roosa, Claremore, OK (918) 923-4290 claremorepac.org

MAR 25 - 6PM TO 7PM

The Bead Market Free admission Expo Square - Fair Meadows Exhibit Hall 4145 E 21st St, Tulsa, OK (903) 734-3335 thebeadmarket.net

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Tulsa Wheelmen Saturday Morning Ride 41st Street Plaza 4100 Riverside Dr, Tulsa, OK (918) 596-2001 fb.com/tulsawheelmen

EVERY SUN - 1PM TO 2PM

MAR 25-29 - 9AM

Claremore Kennel Club Dog Show Free admission Claremore Expo Center 400 Veterans Pkwy, Claremore, OK claremorekennelclub.com Fury Dance Competion Robson Performing Arts Center 101 E Stuart Roosa, Claremore, OK (918) 923-4290 claremorepac.org

Stomp Tickets start at $25 Tulsa PAC - Chapman Music Hall 110 E 2nd St, Tulsa, OK (918) 596-7111 tulsapac.com

MAR 7 - 10AM TO 1PM

Disc Golf Mini-Tourney 41st and Riverside Park, Tulsa, OK (918) 596-2001 tulsadiscsports.org

Seed Swap Tulsa Garden Center 2435 S Peoria Ave, Tulsa, OK (918) 576-5155 tulsagardencenter.org

EVERY MON - 7PM TO 8PM

MAR 7 - 6PM

Marriage Matters Mondays Free admission Hicks Community Center 3443 S Mingo Rd, Tulsa, OK (918) 252-7883 marriageandfamilytulsa.org

MAR 28 - 8AM TO 10PM

MAR 6-7

MAR 7, 14 - 8AM TO 4PM

Sapulpa Artists’ Guild Art Show Senior Citizen Center 515 E. Dewey Ave, Sapulpa, OK (918) 344-6506 sapulpachamber.com

EVERY SAT

Stuart Roosa Elementary Performance of Pirates 2 - The Hidden Treasure Robson Performing Arts Center 101 E Stuart Roosa, Claremore, OK (918) 923-4290 claremorepac.org

Extraordinary Women Conference Tickets start at $69 Mabee Center 7777 S Lewis Ave, Tulsa, OK (918) 495-6000 ewomen.net

Brainiac Ball benefitting Family & Children’s Services Under 35: $175, 35 and up: $250

Tulsa Flea Market Free admission Expo Square - Super Duty Arena 4145 E 21st St, Tulsa, OK (918) 744-1386 tulsafleamarket.net

MAR 8 - 3PM

McGill/McHale Trio General Admission: $25, Students: $5 Tulsa PAC - John H. Williams Theatre 110 E 2nd St, Tulsa, OK (918) 596-7111 tulsapac.com

MAR 8 - 9AM

The Snake Run 3 Hour: $55, 6 Hour: $75 Turkey Mountain - Snake Trail 6501 S Elwood Ave, Tulsa, OK snake.run

MAR 11 - 6PM TO 7:30PM Gin and Juniper Tickets start at $45 Tulsa Garden Center 2435 S Peoria Ave, Tulsa, OK (918) 576-5155 tulsagardencenter.org

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MAR 5 - 7PM TO 9PM

MAR 31 - 9AM TO 12PM

Cacti and Succulent Soil Workshop $5 for non-members Tulsa Garden Center 2435 S Peoria Ave, Tulsa, OK (918) 576-5155 tulsagardencenter.org

Claremore City Wide Spelling Bee Robson Performing Arts Center 101 E Stuart Roosa, Claremore, OK (918) 923-4290 claremorepac.org

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Moon Mouse: A Space Odyssey Tickets start at $10 Tulsa PAC - John H. Williams Theatre 110 E 2nd St, Tulsa, OK (918) 596-7111

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MAR 2020

A Little Night Music Tickets start at $29 Tulsa PAC - John H. Williams Theatre 110 E 2nd St, Tulsa, OK (918) 596-7111 tulsapac.com

MAR 14 - 4PM TO 12AM Lucky’s St. Patrick’s Day Crawl Tickets start at $25 Welltown Brewing 114 W Archer St, Tulsa, OK crawlwith.us

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Tulsa Home & Garden Show Adult: $10.00, Senior (Ages 65+): $9.00, Children (Under 12): FREE Expo Square - River Spirit Expo 4145 E 21st St, Tulsa, OK

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MAR 13-14

Tulsa IrishFest 2020 Free admission Guthrie Green

111 E Reconciliation Way, Tulsa, OK (918) 574-2421 tulsairishfest.org

MAR 13-15 - 8AM TO 3PM

Tulsa Dog Training Club Agility Trial Free admission

Star Wars In Concert Tickets start at $40 Tulsa PAC - Chapman Music Hall 110 E 2nd St, Tulsa, OK (918) 596-7111 tulsapac.com

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RK Shows Inc. Gun & Knife Show Adult: $14, Children (6 - 12): $5, Children (5 & Under): FREE Expo Square - Exchange Center 4145 E 21st St, Tulsa, OK

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Route 66 Morgan Classic Horse Show Free admission Expo Square - Ford Truck Arena 4145 E 21st St, Tulsa, OK (248) 207-4956 horseshowsbysandy.weebly.com

Tulsa Cyber Summit 2020 Conference Attendee: $299, Students: $99 Cox Business Center - Tulsa Ballroom 100 Civic Center, Tulsa, OK (918) 894-4350 coxcentertulsa.com

MAR 20-28

MAR 26-29

The Humans Tickets start at $26 Tulsa PAC - Liddy Doenges Theatre 110 E 2nd St, Tulsa, OK (918) 596-7111 tulsapac.com

MAR 21-22 - 8AM TO 8PM

Oklahoma Pinto Horse Association Ranch & Rhinestones Free admission Expo Square - Ranger Arena 4145 E 21st St, Tulsa, OK (918) 533-1785 oklahomapinto.com

MAR 22 - 8AM TO 6PM

NeOkla SCCA Autocross Registration prices: $35 for Members, $50 for Non-Members, Free admission Expo Square - Fair Meadows Infield 4145 E 21st St, Tulsa, OK

MAR 23-24 - 7AM TO 7PM

Vendetta, A Mafia Story Tickets start at $25 Tulsa PAC - Chapman Music Hall 110 E 2nd St, Tulsa, OK (918) 596-7111 tulsapac.com

MAR 27 - 6PM TO 10PM Tanzanite Nights Tickets: $100 Expo Square - Central Park Hall 4145 E 21st St, Tulsa, OK (918) 706-2268 tanzanitenights.com

MAR 27-29

C.S. Lewis’ The Great Divorce Tickets start at $59 Tulsa PAC - John H. Williams Theatre 110 E 2nd St, Tulsa, OK (918) 596-7111 tulsapac.com

MAR 27-29 - 8AM TO 9PM Green Country Spring Fling Free admission Expo Square - Ford Truck Arena 4145 E 21st St, Tulsa, OK (314) 719-6447 gcaha.org

MAR 28 - 6:30PM TO 11:30PM “Carnivale” 2020 Cox Business Center - Tulsa Ballroom 100 Civic Center, Tulsa, OK (918) 894-4350 bestpartyintown.org

MAR 28 - 8AM

T-TOWN 5K & Half Marathon 5K: $40, Half Marathon: $70 Fleet Feet - Blue Dome District 418 E 2nd St, Tulsa, OK runsignup.com

MAR 31 - 11AM

The Annual Fundraiser for the Women’s Association of the Tulsa Boy’s Home Renaissance Hotel and Convention Center 6808 S 107th E Ave, Tulsa, OK tulsaboyshome.org/spring-luncheon

APR 1 - 9:30AM

A Conversation with Martha Stewart Admission: $50 Tulsa PAC - Chapman Music Hall

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APR 3 - 6:30PM

True Girl Pajama Party Tour Tickets start at $18 Mabee Center 7777 S Lewis Ave, Tulsa, OK (918) 495-6000 mabeecenter.com

APR 4 - 6PM TO 10PM

Rock the House 2020 Cox Business Center - Tulsa Ballroom 100 Civic Center, Tulsa, OK (918) 894-4350 coxcentertulsa.com

APR 4 - 4PM

First Responder Ninja Warrior Competition Admission: $10 BA Ninja Warrior 5666 S 122nd E Ave Unit A-12, Tulsa, OK (614) 270-4172 baninjawarrior.com

APR 4 - 7PM

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