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I am the son of Mark Tadlock and the late Marcia Tadlock. I play high school football and soccer.. A few things to know about me are that I am an avid Sooners football fan and I enjoy dancing and listening to music.

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The most important thing for me when it comes to balancing school, sports and social life is to have a strong support system around me. Whether that is my family or my friends, I am blessed to always feel that I have someone to turn to if I feel overwhelmed with everything that I have on my plate.

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I have always been intrigued by the STEM fields. Engineering and medical sciences are very interesting to me, and I will probably get a degree in a discipline associated with the two.

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My parents are Cindy and Jeff Hanska. Their support has allowed me to play travel softball at a competitive level since I was 7 years old. Aside from athletics and academics, I enjoy traveling to new places with my friends and family.

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Personally, the key to balancing life, school and sports has always been finding something that is constant. My constants in life are my home, my friends and my family. I know that no matter what life may throw at me, I will always have these things to turn to keep myself grounded.

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I plan to attend Oklahoma City Community College and earn my associate degree. I then hope to attend a larger university and major in a STEM field.

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Welcome to our annual Kids & Pets issue! Our cover story shines the spotlight on an area couple and their extended fur family, French bulldogs Bandit and Bear [see photo this page]. Dr. Ben Bigbie, a dermatologist and Mohs surgeon, and his wife, Amber, a dentist, have dedicated a room in their home for the personable dogs, who wear hats and bow ties during birthday celebrations and have their own stockings at Christmas.

If you haven’t yet taken your summer vacay, or just like to take your dog/s with you to parks and other places, you might want to check out area veterinarian Dr. Boyer’s tips on caring for your fur friend outdoors when the temps climb into the red zone.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE AUGUST 2021

FEATURES 24 A ‘Super Bowl’ Moment Local Musical Theatre Students Get Chance to Shine on Stage at Festival

28 Meet ‘Frenchies’ Bandit & Bear The Bigbie Family’s Extended, Lovable Fur Family

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OKC Chamber Going Strong The OKC Chamber kept busy in June with events including its New Member Briefing Luncheon, Instant Connections networking event, Legislative Recap Luncheon featuring Sen. Kay Floyd and Rep. Jon Echols, South City Shred Day, Membership Luncheon with Mayor David Holt, Business Briefing Luncheon ("How to Run Media Relations for Your Small Business"); ribbon cuttings; and its Southern Thunder Car Show.

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OU SETS FIVE MOONS DANCE FESTIVAL A dance festival honoring the five renowned Native American ballerinas from Oklahoma known as the Five Moons will be held Aug. 27-29 on the University of Oklahoma Norman campus. The five ballerinas, Maria Tallchief, Marjorie Tallchief, Rosella Hightower, Moscelyne Larkin and Yvonne Chouteau, created distinguished careers in the dance world during the 20th century. This year’s inaugural festival will highlight both Maria and Marjorie Tallchief and their legacies.

The Five Moons Dance Festival will include an opening night reception on Aug. 27; a series of panel discussions and educational events with dance artists and scholars on Aug. 28 at the Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art; and culminate in a dance performance on Aug. 29 in the Elsie C. Brackett Theatre, 563 Elm Ave. Performing groups will include American Ballet

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A 'SUPER B O W L' M O M E N T LOCAL MUSICAL THEATRE STUDENTS GET CHANCE TO SHINE ON STAGE AT FESTIVAL

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THE ANTICIPATION WAS BUILDING BACKSTAGE AS THE PERFORMERS READIED TO PERFORM THEIR SONG IN FRONT OF A RAUCOUS CROWD OF 6,500 THEATRE ENTHUSIASTS FROM AROUND THE WORLD. This moment was the ultimate prize for kids from Norman and Moore who attended the 2020 Junior Theatre Festival in Atlanta as part of The Studio of The Sooner Theatre.

When you think of fierce competition, most often it’s on a field of play of one sport or another. But the kids who took the stage triumphantly on that day in Atlanta were doing what they and their peers in the audience are most passionate about—musical theater.

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The Studio of The Sooner Theatre took a group of 38 students in

the person for each role that best tells the story that director has in his

fourth through eighth grade to the annual two-day festival, which

or her mind. So, if we had five different directors choose actors for the

brings musical theater students from across the country and around

same role in a production, we could have five different actors chosen.”

the world together to celebrate, learn and perform. It’s the largest such festival of its kind. Out of the 127 groups who brought a selection

Performers who attend the festival have all said the festival just feels comfortable—a place where they can just be who they are.

from a Broadway JR show to be adjudicated, The Sooner Theatre was

“Meg was thrilled to be with 6,500 people who she felt were like

one of just nine selected to perform a song from their selection on

her with the same interests. She often feels like she is in the minority

the main stage in front of all 6,500 attendees from the United States,

here since she is not a sports kid,” said Kathy Loy, mother of one

United Kingdom, China, New Zealand and Australia!

of the Sooner Theatre performers. “The adjudications at JTF are

One of their adjudicators stated, “There must be some ‘secret sauce’ at

done in a positive way. The kids receive constructive feedback. It

that theater in Norman, Oklahoma; we hope you share it with everyone!”

also is very beneficial to be able to watch the performance troops

They were impressed with all aspects of the students’ performance,

from all over the country and even from other countries and hear

from skill level, to acting abilities, to choreography, and so much more!

the feedback they receive from the Judges. The kids learn things

“We never look at theater as a competition—we are all storytellers,”

from seeing others adjudicated as much as from being adjudicated

said Jennifer Baker, Sooner Theatre executive director. “Typically, even

themselves. While it is competitive, these kids all cheer for each

the audition process, which to someone outside the theatre could look

other, and enjoy each other’s performances. These kids are all sup-

like a competition, isn’t. It’s always about a particular director choosing

portive of each other.”

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The Studio of The Sooner Theatre has attended JTF for

But until last year, The Sooner Theatre performers who attended

the past six years (with the exception of this year, which was

had never been chosen to perform on the “big stage” at the event.

delayed due to COVID).

“I think my favorite memory is seeing the tear-filled eyes of

“The first year we went, we really did not know what to expect,”

our kids backstage after their performance in front of everyone.

Jennifer said. “What we found was that for kids whose dream is

It was their Super Bowl moment, and it was incredible to see,”

to get to Broadway, it’s like Disneyland. It’s really magical!”

said Jennifer. “I cannot wait to bring another troupe back. It’s

Performers rehearsed weekly for four months leading up to

an amazing experience for them every time. And, for kids from

the festival, working to perfect a 15-minute selection from a

Oklahoma, I think it makes it all (succeeding in this industry)

Broadway JR show.

seem a bit more attainable.”

“Watching our kids perform in front of the largest audience they had ever experienced was truly magical,” said Tiffany Bodenhamer,

[Nancy Coggins is the PR and development director for the Sooner Theatre of Norman Inc.]

mother of another of the Sooner Theatre performers. “We sometimes take for granted the talent we have right here in Norman, Oklahoma, and it was incredibly rewarding to watch our group perform with some of the most talented theatres in the country.”

JTF participants also attend workshops and see presentations from some of the giants in the industry. It’s not unusual to get to talk with the head of Disney Theatrics, or a rising Broadway star while at the festival.

“The second year we went, Ben Platt was there to sing a song from a new show that was in workshops at the time but was going to be moving to Broadway. That show was ‘Dear Evan Hansen,’ and we were some of the first to hear him sing ‘Waving Through A Window’ from that show,” Jennifer noted. “He was with the kids at the festival all weekend. He was walking the halls, popping into workshops and adjudication rooms, and that’s how they all are—very accessible.”

FMI on performing arts classes for kids, visit SoonerTheatre.org.

To check out the Studio of The Sooner Theatre’s mainstage performance at JTF 2020, visit Vimeo.com/386756377/16042a92fb.

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TWO VERY BIG PERSONALITIES RULE THE ROOST IN THE HOME OF DRS. BEN AND AMBER BIGBIE—AND BOTH OF THEM ARE ONLY ABOUT A FOOT TALL. “Our French Bulldogs are like having really large dogs in little bodies,” Ben explains. “They are so sweet and loving, and they have such big personalities. They are definitely very dramatic. You never have to wonder what they are

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THE BIGBIE FAMILY'S EXTENDED FUR FAMILY

thinking and feeling. If you make them mad, they will cut

“No one in Oklahoma knew what Bandit was at first,” she

you a look. They can really show their emotions, whether

reminisces. “They would call him an ‘interesting-looking

they are happy, sad or disgruntled.”

Boston terrier’, and I would get the most confused looks

The “Frenchies” came to reside in the Bigbie household when Ben and Amber wed in September 2020. Amber had owned Bandit for years when she and Ben started dating, and she adopted Bear as a puppy in 2019.

from people when we were out in public. But now, Frenchies are really popular and you see them everywhere.”

Originally from Muskogee, Amber met Ben when she

was in dental school at the OU College of Dentistry, where

“I brought this madhouse with me,” Amber says, laugh-

she earned a doctorate of dental surgery. Ben grew up in

ing. “The three of us came as a package deal when Ben

Ardmore and Norman, before completing a dermatology

and I got married.”

residency at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences

Amber grew up racing motocross and was introduced

Center. The couple met in Tulsa and now resides in Norman.

to French Bulldogs by another family in the racing indus-

Ben is a board-certified dermatologist and has per-

try from California. It was no time at all before she fell in

formed thousands of surgeries to remove skin cancer

love with the breed and adopted Bandit.

through the Mohs technique at The Skin Cancer Center

in Norman. Amber is a dentist at HWY 9 Dental Studio, a multi-doctor practice that cares for families and patients of all ages from Norman and surrounding areas. But the

Doctors Bigbie aren’t the only members of the family who are well loved in the medical community.

“All the girls at work want Bandit and Bear to come in with me,” Amber jokes. “They love seeing the dogs, so they are pretty popular. Our vet appointments always

take forever, too, because all the staff have to love on them every time we take them in.”

The Bigbie bulldogs have very distinct temperaments, making each dog a unique member of the family. Bear, now 21/2 years old, is sweet, charming, goofy and easily motivated by food. Bandit is nearly 12 years old, and is the smart, stubborn alpha dog of the household. “Bandit’s obedience level goes as far as he wants it to,” explains Ben. “I trained him to do tricks, but he will only do them if he is so inclined.”

One of the Bigbie’s favorite anecdotes of their dogs was

when Bear chewed up an orange-colored Sharpie marker.

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BANDIT

“Bandit immediately came and tattled on Bear, and sure enough, Bear had a bright orange tongue,” Amber shares.

“But then we found some tell-tale orange marker on Bandit’s paws, so we knew he wasn’t totally innocent either!”

In April 2020, the family received a shock when Bandit became ill and ended up requiring emergency veterinary care. Bandit was ultimately diagnosed with cancer and underwent a splenectomy. His veterinarian gave him less than 3 months to live.

“More than a year later and he’s still doing great,” Amber says. “When we thought he only had a few months to live, I started making him roast beef every Sunday. Now he has just come to expect it.”

Ben explains that only 10% of dogs with Bandit’s diagnosis make it more than a year, and attributes Bandit’s incredible survival to his headstrong bulldog personality.

“He’s just stubborn enough that he wants to stick around so Bear won’t get his toys,” he quips.

In the Bigbie house, the dogs have their own room, wear special hats and bow ties during birthday celebrations and have stockings at Christmastime.

“Honestly, they have their own room because they snore super loud,” Ben explains. “We just tell them it is bedtime and they go to bed. Bandit gets cold, so he likes to wear pajamas in the wintertime. They just have no idea that they are dogs.”

Amber encourages others who are interested in the breed to consider bringing one of these smart, funny dogs into their household.

“You do have to be very careful with Frenchies in Oklahoma,” she adds. “They can’t cool themselves well enough in summer, so they can get overheated in the Oklahoma heat. They also can’t swim, so you have to be careful if they are around any bodies of water, even something as small as a koi pond.

They are like little kids; you have to make them come inside when it’s hot and make sure they have on their life jackets.”

Looking back, Ben can’t imagine his life without Amber and their Frenchies.

“I fell in love with them on the very first date,” he concludes. “I always thought I was a Labrador guy, but now I can’t imagine anything else but this wonderful life with our French bulldogs.”

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ARTICLE JERRI CULPEPPER

HOW TO STAGE A SUCCESSFUL GARAGE SALE (AND FREE YOUR HOME OF CLUTTER)

H

AVE AN ATTIC, BASEMENT, GARAGE OR

+ If you think the item might be worth a fair

HOUSE FULL OF ITEMS YOUR FAMILY NO

amount of money—e.g., certain collectable figurines,

LONGER USES? Are you willing to put in

rare vinyl albums and original fine art—you might be

some sweat equity and time to plan a garage sale in

better off doing some research and then listing them

hopes of making at least a modest return?

on eBay or other similar website.

If the answer to the second question is “no” —no worries. Wherever you live in Cleveland County, there are a multitude of nonprofits that are willing to accept most, if not all, of those unwanted items.

01 SET THE DATE/S Avoid major holidays. Fridays tend to be the best day for sales, followed by Saturday. If you’re up to a third

If the answer to the second question is “yes”—no

day, consider marking items half-price that day. (Tip:

need to reinvent the wheel! Following are some tips

schedule a nonprofit to pick up your leftovers that you

to help you effectively stage a successful garage sale.

don’t wish to keep the following Monday.) Most garage

Note: if you live in Norman, you’re lucky: Norman’s

sales are held in the summer, but you can have a suc-

17th Annual City Wide Garage Sale is scheduled for

cessful garage sale almost any month (as long as the

Aug. 6-8. During this time, city garage sale permits

weather cooperates!). Consider making it a neighbor-

are not required. Sign up before 5 p.m. on Aug. 2 to be

hood-wide garage sale and boost everyone’s sales!

included on the list. Registration is optional and is not required to have a garage sale. A list of registered par-

02 PERMITS, ADVERTISING, ETC.

ticipating addresses will be available online at the City

When the date approaches for your sale, purchase

of Norman website. FMI and to sign up by phone or

your city permit (unless it’s during the citywide event)—

email, contact the Action Center at 405.366.5396 or

most newspapers will allow you to purchase the permit

email action.center@normanok.gov.

from them if you also place your classified ad with them.

Before getting to the nitty-gritty, here are a few

You have many options to advertise your sale, the most

things to consider when deciding what to put out

popular probably being Craigslist, which is free. You’ll also

to sale:

want to purchase garage sale signs (and/or make your

+ If something holds great sentimental value for

own!), permanent markers and price stickers, and possi-

you, don’t include it in the sale. Put these items in a

bly some aprons with pockets or a bank bag to hold your

box and consider how you might deal with them later,

change and proceeds. If you don’t already have a supply

e.g., have the shoes bronzed or display the apron in

of used plastic grocery bags, start collecting them now.

a shadow box. You won’t get what you think the item

(Tips: Make sure to keep the permit to hang in a public

is worth in a garage sale. (Second option: just take a

area during the sale and to place your signs only where

picture of it, then price it reasonably.)

allowed by your municipality.)

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03 GATHERING YOUR STUFF

Other staging considerations:

Consider enlisting the help of your spouse and

+ Foldout tables are a necessity (patio tables

children. Children can sometimes be persuaded to

will suffice), as well as some method of hanging up

give up some of their stuffed animals and other toys in

clothes. Consider borrowing from family or neighbors.

return for a promise they will be able to select a new

Depending on the weather, you might also want to

toy from the proceeds, or for cash for their piggy bank.

consider tarps (either to spread on the lawn to display

As you go through your items:

items like toys, shoes and garden implements) or to

+ Clean anything that’s dusty or dirty. Many people won’t even look at unclean items.

hang for protection from the weather) or fans to help keep you and the customers cool.

+ Sort clothing by size and sex at the minimum,

+ Maintain wide aisles/spacing between tables and

but preferably also by season, type of apparel, etc.

groupings to keep traffic moving and to minimize the

It may take a little extra time, but laundering, folding

likelihood of breakage.

and hanging clothes properly will greatly increase the likelihood of their selling.

+ Place your most valuable items (fine jewelry and art, small collectables, etc.) wherever the person/s tak-

+ Decide how you’re going to price your goods.

ing money is seated so they can be surveilled. (Most

Some people individually price each item; others

garage sale folk are honest, but there are exceptions.)

use a color coding system (e.g., white=$1; blue=$2; red=$5) or combination. Sticker tags easily fall off clothes; pinning a tag to the apparel or from the hanger is better..

06 THE DAY BEFORE Go to the bank and get change: dimes, quarters, and $1, $5, $10 and $20 bills. How much you need depends

+ Consider placing similar or related items in

on the size of your sale and what types of items are in

baggies and selling as a lot. This is a great way

it. Place your garage sale signs where they are most

to get rid of all those random pens and pencils,

likely to be seen by passing traffic. Include the hours

children’s used art supplies, office supplies, inex-

and days of the sale on the signs, if possible. Get to

pensive costume jewelry, etc.) and finally get those

bed early; garage sale folks like to start early!

clutter drawers cleaned out! + DO NOT sell anything that might pose a danger, such as appliances with faulty electric cords.

07 THE DAY OF (FINALLY!) Don your aprons and best smiles and greet your customers. Be willing to bargain—remember, you’re

04 ADVERTISING

also cleaning house! Periodically refold and rehang

As noted earlier, there are a multitude of ways to

clothes and consolidate goods as items are sold. At

do this, including your local newspaper, Craigslist

closing (if the sale continues the next day), cover

and posting signs at local businesses. Boost your

tables with a blanket; bring in more expensive items

Craigslist ad by including photos of some of the nicer

into the garage for safekeeping. Count and distribute

and/or popular items you are selling, like furniture and

your profits! LOL (Tip: make sure to reimburse the

tools. Since there’s no word limit, get creative.

appropriate party/ies for expenses such as placing a classified ad, city permit purchase, purchases related

05 STAGING THE SALE

to the sale such as signs, stickers and markers.)

First, determine where the sale will take place, e.g., yard, drive, garage or combination thereof. Walk the

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08 THE DAY AFTER

perimeter looking for possible hazards and either

Take down your garage sale signs (please)!

remove them or otherwise block them from traffic. Of

Dispose of unsold items as desired. Enjoy your now

course, make sure the lawn is mowed.

clutter-free home!

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FINANCIAL BUZZ VARIOUS PLANS GIVE PARENTS OPTIONS

ARTICLE MARK A. JOHNSON

SAV I NG FOR C O LLE G E MANY PEOPLE WANT TO BE PREPARED TO PAY FOR THEIR CHILDREN’S COLLEGE EXPENSES, BUT WHAT IF THEY DECIDE NOT TO GO TO COLLEGE? There are many different ways that parents can save for their children’s college expenses; each has its pros and cons.

COLLEGE 529 PLANS: A 529 plan is simply an investment account that offers tax breaks when the money is used for qualified education expenses like tuition, fees, books and other supplies, and room and board. Money inside a 529 plan grows tax-free, and money can be withdrawn tax-free for qualified education expenses.

ROTH IRA: A Roth IRA is a special retirement account where you pay taxes on money going into your account, and then all future withdraw-

While 529s are great if you are CERTAIN your

als are tax-free. These accounts allow you to take withdraws prior

child is going to college, they have major issues if

to age 59½ for a few reasons, one of which is for your children’s

your child does not go to college or doesn’t need

college education.

the funds because of scholarships. In addition, 529s could reduce your child’s need-based aid. Plus,

REGULAR BROKERAGE INVESTMENT

there are penalties for noneducational withdrawals,

ACCOUNT (WITH TOD):

and you have less say over your investments.

If taxation is not your primary concern and you desire more con-

Parents could opt instead to open a Custodial

trol over how your child uses the money, whether it’s for college or

UGMA and UTMA account, which can be used

something else, then I believe this is the best option. This option

for purposes other than education. Roth IRAs are

gives the parents complete control even beyond age 18, does not

another option that has tax advantages similar

impact the child’s ability to qualify for financial aid, and does not

to 529 plans—and they don’t count as assets for

limit the investments or the withdraws. The only drawback to this is

financial aid purposes.

that the parents will pay taxes on the growth as it occurs.

UTMA/UGMA ACCOUNT: The most common trust for a minor is known as a custodial account (an UGMA or UTMA account).

The advantage is that the account is taxed at the child’s rate as it grows. The pitfall of this type of account is lack of control after the child turns 18.

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DIY

ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY AMBER NEEL

DIY Kitty Entertainer

// how to:

1//

4//

Gather supplies: chair, bar or step stool,

On the other support bars, hot glue one

glue gun, scissors, rope or cord, ribbon

edge of your rope or cord and wrap the

or yarn, small balls or toys, and bells.

length of the bar. Use hot glue to secure

Optional, 2 toilet scrubbers and 4 zip ties.

the end once the bar is wrapped. Kitty can claw and scratch on these sides.

2// Put bells inside of or on balls or toys.

5//

Attach balls or toys to ribbon or yarn. We

Optional addition: remove handles from

used six balls total tied to ribbon of vary-

toilet scrubbers. Use zip ties to secure the

ing lengths and pieces of curly ribbon.

scrubber at the top and bottom chosen legs. These are perfect for self-petting and

3//

self-grooming. As an added bonus, you

On two support bars, alternate these rib-

can add ribbon and toys to the ends of the

bons, tying them so they hang above the

removed handles to create kitty wands!

ground where kitty can play with them.

[Amber Neel’s son MJ, 8, helped create this imaginative kitty play toy.]

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ANIMAL KINGDOM

fun in the sun MAKE SURE TO INCLUDE FIDO IN YOUR PLANS

Dr. Boyer, on vacay in Victor, Idaho! With him is Niko, a collieshepherd mix who lives on the property and watches over the sheep, horses and chickens.

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ARTICLE DR. JEFF BOYER

"Call ahead to any places you may be visiting or staying and ask about

the pet policies; this can save time and headaches. Make sure you have

supplies for your pet like food, bowls, sleeping mats, trash bags, parasite preventions, medications, a first aid kit, etc. Lastly, include your pet in family time; this will enhance the lives of all involved."

SUMMERTIME IS SUCH A FUN TIME FOR

The second thing to consider is the

SO MANY REASONS. Family vacations,

INTERNAL factors that can affect summer-

summer camps for the kids, play time in the

time pet health. Daily nutrition, exercise tol-

pools or sprinklers, and late-night movie

erance and metabolic health can all contrib-

nights ensure there is always something to

ute to the summertime health of your pet as

look forward to during the hottest months of

well as their ability to endure and even excel

the year. Let’s take a moment to help manage

in the stress of summer heat and irregular

the summertime health for our pets as they

family schedules.

travel and play in the water with us, or just enjoy the air conditioning, to pass the days.

Make sure your pet is eating a balanced diet. I recommend measuring the amount

First off, let’s think of EXTERNAL factors

of food and staying consistent with feeding

that are applying pressure to the health of

times as the optimum ways to provide nutri-

our pets. The weather, parasites and the ter-

tion for your pet. Knowing how often your

rain can all bring concerns. Be sure to check

pet goes for walks or runs and how far they

the weather prior to spending time camping

can manage is important to keep your pet

or hiking or just visiting your local parks.

healthy. If you are planning on summer hikes

Bring water for your pet as well as yourself,

or camping trips, it is a good idea to slowly

or check to see if there are stops along the

build your pet’s endurance and tolerance in

way, such as water fountains or streams. Use

the months ahead of the trip before embark-

parasite control and prevention to keep your

ing on an epic journey unprepared. If your

pet from acquiring fleas or ticks while play-

goal is to walk the neighborhood each day,

ing in the park or on the trails.

just remember it may be of benefit to take

There are also options to keep the flies

your pet early in the morning or late in the

and mosquitoes from biting your pet as they

evening to avoid the heat during the midday.

enjoy the evenings lounging at the campsite

Metabolic health is a bit more com-

or by the pool. Remember, your pet is moving

plicated, though just as important to the

over the same gravel, dirt, rocks and asphalt

summertime health of the pet. Discussing

as you. This means you need to make sure

with your veterinarian any changes in

the concrete or asphalt is not too hot. And

your pet’s routine may help uncover

check those paws for sores or tenderness

some underlying metabolic malfunctions

on a regular basis. Even though the external

before they progress any further. These

factors are outside of your control, you can

changes can be as minor as appetite and

still prepare for success with minimal effort.

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as changes in bathroom habits or consistency and social interactions within the family. Just remember, internal things are generally better by following a regular routine day to day thus allowing you to notice any changes in that routine that may need further investigation.

The third thing to help manage summertime pet health is LIFESTYLE. I’d like to offer some suggestions here to help with general health of your pet.

Get them a bath and haircut if you can; it will make them feel great and also help you to manage the concerns of parasites and skin health. Buy a new collar and leash; even consider a harness to use when taking your pet for walks. These come in all sorts of sizes and designs and can make walking your pet and including them in gatherings easier for everyone.

Call ahead to any places you may be visiting or staying and ask about the pet policies; this can save time and headaches. Make sure you have supplies for your pet like food, bowls, sleeping mats, trash bags, parasite preventions, medications, a first aid kit, etc. Lastly, include your pet in family time; this will enhance the lives of all involved.

Finally, visit your veterinarian. Discuss with them your plans. Ask for their recommendations about any concerns. Manage your pet’s health as a team.

Summertime brings fun and excitement. Taking care of your pet’s health is an investment that will bring about memories that will last a lifetime.

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GIVING BACK The MUTTS Club

ARTICLE LINDSEY DAVIES

The MUTTS Club (MOTIVATED UNDERSTANDING THOUGHTFUL TEENAGE STUDENTS)

IT’S NEVER TOO EARLY TO START WORKING TO EFFECT POSITIVE CHANGE IN THE WORLD, OR AT LEAST IN YOUR COMMUNITY. Teen volunteer programs are growing exponentially here and across the country, and they fill a void in the community as well as many teens’ desire to make their “mark” on society. I recently spoke with Kim Fairbanks, MUTTS Club sponsor, about this amazing group of local teens how you can support them.

BRIEF HISTORY? MUTTS Club (Motivated Understanding Thoughtful Teenage Students) is a humane educational program under the direction of Hands Helpings Paws Inc. in Norman. It has been active for about six years.

MUTTS Club members Hailey Woods, Grace Burnside, Erika Frass and Kaylee Thompson

THE CLUB’S MISSION? To actively engage middle and high school students

HOW CAN READERS HELP?

and promote social and emotional competence, aca-

Support Hands Helping Paws Inc. by volunteering to be foster par-

demic achievement, and awareness of the needs of

ents for shelter kittens and by making monetary donations so that

shelter pets. The students volunteer at the local shelter

HHP can continue their mission of reducing the pet overpopulation

and at animal welfare events. They assist with HHP’s

program by way for TNR and spay/neuter outreach clinics.

low-cost vaccination/microchip outreach clinics, lowcost spay/neuter outreach clinics, provide engraved

UPCOMING EVENTS/FUNDRAISERS?

pet ID tags to the community, create educational vid-

The Animal Welfare Expo hosted by Hands Helping Paws; the next

eos that are posted to their Facebook page, and have

event is set for March 25, 2022, at the Cleveland County Fairgrounds.

taken our cat and dog mascots to the Veterans Center and visited with the residents.

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In between the 10 awards, like Female

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Artist of the Year and Social Message of

lawn chair and listen to great bands play

NATIONAL NIGHT OUT 2021

the Year, six musicians will perform live

the day away. Food vendors will also be

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2021 DANCING FOR A MIRACLE

OK COUNTY FREE FAIR

together under positive circumstances.

Our star-studded and courageous list

The OK County Free Fair in Oklahoma

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of local celebrities have included radio

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ment officials, doctors, professional

the best. On Saturday, bring the kids

athletes, pageant winners, students,

along and let them enter the ice cream

BACK-TO-SCHOOL BASH

and community and business leaders!

sundae contest and kiddie tractor pull.

Our award-winning professional danc-

There will also be fun interactive water

Main Street, Purcell

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conservation exhibits for the kids, along

School supplies will be given away

Cha-Cha, a Tango or an elegant Waltz

with an Insect Adventure.

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Lions Park, Blanchard

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The event kicks off at 6 p.m. Friday

Youth Baseball Association Courage

station, this music event will highlight

night with gospel music, while Saturday

league. Free admission for spectators.

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REALTY REPORT

REALTY REPORT NEIGHBORHOOD

CLEVELAND COUNTY

ORIGINAL PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/ORIG

DOM

BDRMS

BATHS

Ashton Grove, Norman

$1,850,000

1,7 75,000

95%

4

4

4.2

Olde Tuscany, SW OKC

$900,000

$880,000

97%

285

6

5.3

Bradburys 1, Norman

$915,000

$830,000

90%

168

4

3.1

Las Colinas 1, Norman

$739,900

$739,900

100%

59

4

3.1

Rivendell 10, SW OKC

$700,000

$676,000

96%

34

4

4

Arbor Lake, Norman

$629,900

$581,286

92%

235

5

4.1

Chatenay, SW OKC

$625,000

$567,735

90%

56

4

3.1

Rolling Hills, Norman

$525,000

$495,000

94%

110

4

3.1

Twin Lakes, Moore

$459,000

$459,000

100%

8

5

4

Vineyard Ph II, Norman

$438,000

$443,000

101%

10

4

2.1

Apple Estates, Moore

$418,900

$425,777

101%

24

4

2.1

Sendera Lakes, Moore

$410,000

$422,000

103%

1

4

3

The Waters, Moore

$373,585

$373,585

100%

0

4

2.1

Wellington Lake 2, Norman

$350,000

$367,500

105%

3

3

2.1

Williamson Farms, SW OKC

$335,000

$356,500

106%

2

3

3

Fountain Gate, Norman

$349,999

$356,000

101%

3

3

2.1

Gentry Crossing, SW OKC

$335,400

$335,400

100%

0

4

3

Santa Fe Sunset, SW OKC

$340,000

$318,500

93%

11

3

2.1

Original Town, Norman

$325,000

$305,000

93%

21

3

2

Calistoga Crossing, SW OKC

$305,000

$305,000

100%

9

4

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JOY HAMPTON, PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER FOR CLEVELAND COUNTY, CREDITS NORMAN FARM MARKET MANAGER KATE COOPER WITH PUTTING NEW LIFE INTO AN ALREADY THRIVING AND ESTABLISHED FARM MARKET THROUGH LEVERAGING PARTNERSHIPS AND INCREASING COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT. “From hosting blood drives and story time for kids with Cleveland County deputies, to cooking demonstrations, a partnership with Loveworks for young entrepreneurs to present their wares at the market (Business Boot Up), Kate has made the Norman Farm Market one of the most engaging experiences in the state,” Joy said.

“She books live music and works with the vendors association to set up special events like Donuts with

NAME :

KATE COOPER E MPLOY E R & TITLE :

MANAGER, CLEVELAND COUNTY’S NORMAN FARM MARKET An entrepreneur at heart, Kate Cooper moved from Colorado to Oklahoma with her three children in 2016 to start a small farm.

While she was growing her farm, Kate was also growing her local farm market—where she discovered her passion for helping small farmers feed the state with sustainable, ethically produced foods.

She began managing the Norman Farm Market in 2020. Kate holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology and is working on her master’s degree in counseling, with the hope of incorporating her love for helping people into her love for farming.

Dad for Father’s Day and Free Floats for Independence Day,” she added, noting that Kate also has strengthened the partnership with the Oklahoma State University

01 COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT?

Extension Office through ongoing classes and other

I spend a lot of time working in the local food system. Feeding

educational opportunities.

people is something that I am very passionate about and creating

“Kate understands that people want more than just plants

paths to increase local food accessibility is one of my big goals. To

and produce at a farm market,” Joy said. “Time is precious,

do this, I work with different organizations and programs, such as

with busy lifestyles limiting opportunities for family time, so

Hunger Free Oklahoma and different tech centers to create new

making the Norman Farm Market an opportunity for quality

farms and support current farmers.

experiences and family fun while also shopping for fresh foods, including hormone-free meat and eggs, Kate provides

02 WHAT ARE YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT?

an enticing package that draws people from all walks of life.

My list of passions is a mile long. My kids top the list, but farming

Her series of Vendor Spotlight videos takes the public to the

comes in a close second. I love taking something from a seed and

farms who supply our market, showing people the care and

turning it into a product that feeds communities. I love creating

quality that go into the products sold at the Norman Farm

new businesses and helping businesses grow.

Market. She is always trying fresh ideas with highlighting the vendors and engaging the community in mind. She has a

03 SPECIAL MEMORIES?

heart for farming and for bringing appreciation to farm cul-

When I was growing up, we’d occasionally visit my grandparents

ture and the value of our small, local farmers.”

in Oklahoma during the hot summer months. They lived in Broken

“Kate Cooper hit the ground running when we hired her

Arrow, and somehow, we always ended up there around July.

as the Norman Farm Market manager,” added Cleveland

Some of my favorite memories revolve around spending time with

County Commissioner Darry Stacy. “She’s personally

them there and stepping outside into that humid Oklahoma air.

invested in our local farming community and in the suc-

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04 FUTURE DREAMS?

for farming and her commitment to raising her children to

I’d love to find a way to incorporate my love for farming with my

appreciate how their food is grown contributes to her abil-

love for helping people.I’d like to create a farm incubator program

ity to do her job well. She’s been a tireless worker and is

that focuses on the common issues I see in small farms and help

one of the behind the scenes heroes of Cleveland County.”

transition people from their previous jobs into farming.

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