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NEVER STOP CHASING — Oklahoma storm-chaser Reed Timmer’s up-close encounters with the most dangerous weather in the world is more about knowledge than adrenaline.

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FAMILY-FOCUSED — Schlotzsky’s may be a nationally-recognized chain, for the family of David Jones, it’s a passion-project about serving Moore residents far beyond their excellent menu.

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The right place at the wrong time. It’s an interesting way to describe what it feels like to be caught in the eye of a tornado, one of earth’s most violent and dangerous places.

For noted storm-chaser, Reed Timmer, there’s no better place to be than in the middle of weather that the rest of the world runs from. But it’s not about adrenaline or the thrill of the chase. Timmer’s passion runs much deeper than that, and this month you’ll get an inside look at what drives one of the world’s most passionate storm chasers to drive into the path of danger.

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STORY BY ROB MORRIS, PHOTOS COURTESY REED TIMMER

Into the Eye of the Storm with

here are few places on earth that are more chaotic than the eye of a tornado. It’s a hostile and deadly place no one wants to be.

That logic doesn’t apply to Oklahoma storm chaser Reed Timmer. When he and his Team Dominator found themselves in the center of a tornado last year in Nebraska, it was all according to plan.

“There are so many things you have to keep track of and still be able to function as highly as a storm chaser,” said Timmer.

Getting a properly equipped vehicle in place in the center of a tornado is an extremely rare occurrence. Timmer and his crew pushed all the right buttons in Nebraska, getting their iconic Dominator 3 storm-chasing “tank” in exactly the right place at the right time.

“You have to get the drone in the air,” said Timmer.

“You have to navigate properly and make sure that the tornado's crossing a road. And you also have to ensure that you function perfectly in the path of the tornado, drop the spikes into the road, drop the hydraulic shell, flush to the ground, and lift up the polycarbonate windows as well.”

Inside that tornado, Team Dominator captured data that can’t be recorded in any other way. But even as their plan was executed safely and to perfection,

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dynamics inside a tornado. And we were using a micro-barometer, so we knew that we were collecting a very rare data point inside of a tornado core flow.”

Oklahomans understand as well as anyone how deadly tornadoes can be. They are unpredictable storms, filled with violent winds, flying debris, and terrifying. You would think only someone who is an adrenaline junkie, has a death wish, or is just plain crazy would deliberately drive into the eye of a tornado.

Timmer is none of those things. He has a Ph.D. in meteorology from the University of Oklahoma and has been chasing tornadoes since his freshman year at OU in 1998. He hates adrenaline rushes and plans to live a long life. Also, while there are few people on earth as passionate as he is about dangerous weather, he’s perfectly lucid and sane.

You need to go all the way back to when Timmer was growing even inside that protective vehicle, they were still putting them- up in Michigan to understand how someone can be so focused on acquiring knowledge and not on the adrenaline rush of storm selves at risk. chasing.

“The dramatic pressure drop, which can exceed 50 millibars in less than a second, can even cause concussion-like symptoms to the brain,” said Timmer. “So, you kind of have a little bit of confusion even after a tornado intercept like that.”

“I remember when I was five years old, there was a tornado warning,” said Timmer. “I don’t remember seeing the tornado, Timmer says that right after the Spaulding, Nebraska, tornado, but I do remember the chaos they were driving around in circles for a little while in a state of of the situation—the tornado confusion because of what happened. They quickly recovered and sirens, the thunder, the lightning, and my mom yelling rejoiced over the rare collection of data they had just acquired. for us to get inside. I was “This was just one of a handful of data points collected inside scared to death of all that.” a tornado,” explained Timmer. “I think there are like five research But that fear soon turned papers in total that involve direct observations of wind or thermointo the intense curiosity that gave birth to the passion that drives Timmer today.

“I remember a storm when I was somewhere around eight years old,” said Timmer.

“I grabbed the family video camera and ran out into a hailstorm to shoot it.

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Timmer says he really didn’t know much about the basics of storm chasing in those early years, but he learned quickly. Especially the following spring.

“Of course, the May 3rd, 1999, tornado was overwhelming,” said Timmer. “Chasing that EF5 tornado with textbook supercell tornado structure was saddening, but it was also a crash course in chasing.”

The tremendous loss and damage he saw in May 1999 also spurred an even deeper commitment to understanding these deadly storms. Timmer says it was his first time witnessing the dark side of storm chasing—the damage and loss of life and property left behind.

“I can’t think of anything that motivated me more,” said Timmer. “You have all of this destruction right in was destroyed, and I remember the feeling of the hail hitting me in front of you and it compels you to increase awareness about the the face, but there was something special about seeing the atmo- storms and try to warn people in the path.” sphere at its most extreme.”

Timmer became a self-described science nerd as he progressed through middle and high school. He turned his obsession with weather into projects for the Science Olympiads and participated in every weather and science event he could find. And when it came time to head to college, even though he lived in Michigan, there was only one logical choice.

Over the years, Timmer has learned to balance the exhilaration of the chase with that obsessive pursuit of knowledge. He says the balance between the two can be complicated.

“I’m a science nerd at heart, obsessed with the science of tornadoes and trying to understand everything there is to know about them,” said Timmer. “The adrenaline side of it is tricky. It’s not about adrenaline for me. It’s about solving a puzzle and knowing how to “I always knew I wanted to go to the University of Oklahoma,” said be at the right place at the wrong time.”

Timmer. “I felt like I belonged there, that I belonged in Tornado Alley.”

A lot of being at that intersection of destructive weather and acA little-known fact is that one of the ways Timmer helped fund his quisition of knowledge is having the right equipment. Timmer and his team do most of their chasing in the Dominator 3, one of three education at OU was through a music scholarship. specially constructed vehicles designed to weather the worst a storm can throw at them. Designed by Timmer, Kevin Barton, and “I played the oboe, which is kind of synonymous with the reed that is the mouthpiece of that instrument,” said Timmer. “But I had an oboe scholarship, and I loved playing it. I also loved everything weather-related at OU, especially that there were so many weather enthusiasts down here.”

Timmer didn’t take long to get out into the field and experience his first taste of serious tornado chasing.

“I saw my first tornado on October 4th of 1998,” said Timmer. “It was during a really significant fall outbreak in Oklahoma. I saw two tornadoes in Perry, Oklahoma right next to each other, looking off to the east.”

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Photo courtesy Outbrk Stormchasing Game

“We used to have to manually lift up the outer polycarbonate windows to protect us from the flying debris,” said Timmer. “On that day, the windows wouldn’t lift all the way up, so I rolled up the regular windows, and a suction vortex blew those windows out into our faces.”

Thankfully, Timmer and the crew escaped with minor cuts. However, the lessons learned in that incident led to improvements in subsequent Dominator builds. It also equipped them to use even more advanced technology to measure tornado thermodynamics.

Sean Schofer, it has a 2013 Ford Super Duty pickup truck as the base and is covered in Line-X coated 16-gauge steel with polycarbonate shatter-proof windows. It features an airbag lowering suspension, hydraulic anchoring spikes, gullwing doors, and a diesel powerplant.

“One of our most important pieces of equipment is the rocket launcher on the roof of Dominator 3,” said Timmer. “That has

“The Dominator 3 is custom-built to survive a tornado,” said Timmer. “But you must still ensure the vehicle is functioning perfectly and everything is deploying properly. If you have one malfunction, it obviously impacts the safety of everybody in the vehicle.”

Sometimes, even with the best of preparation, things go dangerously wrong. That was the case in 2009 when Timmer and his team were chasing a tornado in Dominator 1, their first custom-built chase vehicle. resulted in probably the most valuable data we’ve collected inside a tornado.”

Timmer and Team Dominator were the first to ever collect pressure data and wind speed data inside of a tornado, above ground with direct observations. They were able to do that with the rockets launched from Dominator 3.

“The rockets we use have a custom-built nose cone with a miniaturized sensor built by my friend, Mark Simpson, in Canada,” said Timmer. “He built those sensors to measure thermodynamics inside a tornado, with high-resolution GPS and then to stream that data live back to a ground receiver.”

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Timmer says he’s very much looking forward to the upcoming release of the Twister sequel, called Twisters, this summer.

“I was 17 when the movie Twister came out, and I loved it then and now,” said Timmer. “I worked with the writer a bit on the new one, and I think they probably captured some of the storm-chasing lifestyle pretty well.”

Despite his very professional and scientific approach to the profession, Timmer says there are always personal and emotional aspects to storm-chasing.

In 2019, Timmer was able to launch sensors into an EF4 tornado where they measured astounding drops in air pressure and wind speeds of around 170-miles-per-second.

“That was one of our best intercepts,” said Timmer. “So, we use the rockets to get data above ground and intercept tornadoes at the base to record surface wind, micro-barometer, or pressure data at ground level. The goal is to try and capture a sort of 3D or X-ray date inside a tornado, almost like what they did in the movie Twister.”

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“We were chasing the El Reno tornado for KFOR in 2013,” said Timmer. “That was the storm that very sadly led to the loss of life for our good friends with Twister Extreme (Tim Samaras, Paul Samaras, and Carl Young).”

That storm, a rain-wrapped, multiple-vortex tornado, was the widest tornado ever recorded. Timmer and his team narrowly escaped the danger from that twister.

“We ended up running into some downed power lines, which wrapped around the front light bar on the hood,” said Timmer. “We were backing up, trying to free ourselves from the lines, and it actually pulled the hood off like a slingshot, and it flew off like a Frisbee. We never found it.”

During the May 13, 2013 tornado outbreak, KFOR’s weather department had Timmer chasing a southern storm while the EF5 that hit Moore missed his house by about a mile.

“My dog was at home and I was really worried that I was going to lose her and my house,” said Timmer.

That dog, a Yorkshire Terrier named Gizmo, is so much more than just a pet for Timmer.

“Gizmo is the love of my life,” said Timmer. “She’s 15-years old now, semi-retired and living with my mom in South Carolina. But she has seen everything, including a Category Five hurricane. If we ever do apply for recognition, she’s a world-record holder in the number of tornadoes that she’s seen and weather that she’s handled. And she was born in Enid, Oklahoma…so she’s a true, Oklahoma storm-chasing dog.”

Team Dominator isn’t just limited to tornadoes. They chase weather events all year long, including hurricanes, floods, and blizzards. The passion that drives Timmer and his crew can be summed up in his trademark tagline: Never Stop Chasing.

Timmer says those three words do apply to storm-chasing, but they mean so much more.

“It means never stop chasing your passion or your dreams, whatever those may be,” said Timmer. “If you love what you do for a living, pursue it relentlessly. I would especially say to young kids that if you love the STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math), chase those things with all your energy.”

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Scholtzsky’s Is Much More Than a Franchise for Jones Family It’s that interaction with their fellow Moore residents that the Jones family is most passionate about.

“I believe that we get the opportunity to make a difference in people's lives,” said Sarah. “We're here six, seven days a week, interacting with our guests and co-workers. Our stories are increasingly tied together so that they become a part of our family.

It’s amazing in that we get to grow our family because we're in our stores every day.”

ing the drive-through. David Jr. actually took detailed measurements of the drivethrough to make sure it could accommodate cars in a fast and efficient manner.

“It’s about the complete experience for us,” said Sarah. “The meats, the salads, the wraps, the Cinnabon rolls, all the different pizzas we have…they’re all made by hand. The meat is sliced fresh daily, the bread is made from scratch, and everything is a high-quality fresh product. So, you can have a nice dinner or lunch with your family and know That passion doesn’t just stop with relationyou’re getting a great product for your money.” or David Jones and his children, David Jones, Jr. and Sarah Jones Navarro, ships and service to Moore’s residents. It carries owning the Scholtzsky’s restaurant in over to the food they serve and the design of The Jones family has even held the line on Moore goes far beyond the normal fran- their new building on 19th Street. That includes price increases suggested by corporate. bread that is made from scratch. chise relationship.

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“Our bread isn’t shipped in as frozen sticks or anything like that,” said David Sr., “We have a baker who has been with us 12 years. We start with flour, mix it with the yeast, it rises, we put it in the proof to rise, and then from there we throw it into the oven and from there to the Jones's kids and co-owners also went to cooling rack. And from school in Moore, both graduating from Souththere it has to have a moore. They share their father’s passion and certain cure time belove for Moore and his desire to offer a product fore it's ever on the taMoore residents can trust and be proud of. ble being served to the guests.”

“We’re not a conglomerate,” said David Jr., “We’re here to invest in the community and That attention to that means providing great food and service for detail extends to the our guests, but it also applies to the people we meats and vegetables hire. We are one of the few places willing to hire used in each sandwich and mentor kids who are 14-to-15 years old and as well as the details of watch them grow up and mature as they go on the store itself, includto do great things as adults.”

“We don’t just have a Schlotzsky’s,” said David Sr., “We have a Schlotzsky’s that is owned by a family with deep roots here in Moore. I grew up here and graduated from Moore High.

Toby Keith was one of my classmates.”

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“We did one price increase at the very beginning of last year,” said David Jr., “But we wanted to keep our prices at a level that wasn’t just competitive but lower than so many other places. That means our customers are getting a very, very good price compared with other restaurants.”

Jones and his children are also serious about investing back into the Moore community, offering great fundraising opportunities.

“We’ve been heavily involved in supporting the Moore Police Department in their Shop with a Cop program,” said David Sr., “We also partner with groups like The Sparrow Project and offer groups 20% of sales on fundraising. It’s all part of our desire to give back to the city and people we love.”

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Amy Smith Digital Cinema & TV Production Instructor Amy is nationally certified and has been an instructor at MNTC in digital cinema and TV production since 2008. Before joining MNTC, Amy worked as a video production specialist in the industry. She also held technical production positions in the news industry, eventually serving as senior director overseeing all visual aspects of a newscast. In addition to teaching, Amy is also an independent filmmaker and cinematographer whose work has been an official selection for the deadCenter Film Festival.

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What is the Red Carpet Film Festival?

The Red Carpet Film Festival is an annual film and graphic design event organized by MNTC’s Digital Cinema & TV Production and Graphic Design classes. It began in 2008 to give students a chance to create short films and experience working on an industry-level project. This year’s festival will take place at the Winchester Drive-In on Tuesday, May 14th.

How are the films chosen, and how are they created?

The Digital Cinema & TV Production program is a two-year course. In the fall semester of year two, each student will write and pitch a short film about 10 minutes in length. They pitch the films to industry judges who choose eight movies that will go into production. Those eight films give students the chance to put together all the skills they’ve learned, covering everything you can imagine: writing, directing, costume design, lighting, and camera work. Local actors are cast, and the movies are shot back-to-back before going into post-production.

What are the benefits of the film festival for students?

It’s very intense and gives students a taste of the real-world movie-making experience.

While not every student gets to make their move, they do get an opportunity to participate in the movie-making process, especially in the area they’re most passionate about, such as lighting, sound, or cinematography/ videography.

How do the cinema/video students collaborate with graphic design students?

Both the event itself and each movie are promoted by students in graphic design. That means our second-year graphic design students are working

on an entire campaign for both the festival and the individual movies. That includes everything from movie posters to event pins and patches. They also must pitch their ideas to judges, but then the directors get to choose which poster will represent their film.

Do students get a chance to connect with professionals from the Oklahoma film industry?

MNTC brings in film industry members to speak to our classes and to be judges. We also have graduates working in the Oklahoma industry and have visited movie sets they’ve worked on over the past year.

MNTC also works with students to make connections in the local film industry as well as helping students put together their resumes and demo reels.

How does one get tickets to the film festival?

Individual tickets are $10 per person and since we’re having the festival at the Winchester Drive-In, tickets are also available by car for $40. The tickets go on sale in April, and you can find out how to buy them by visiting our website at mntc.edu. You can also find links on Facebook.

How do those interested in MNTC’s Digital Cinema and TV Production program find more information or enroll?

This is a two-year program for both adults and high school juniors or seniors. It’s about three hours per day with both daytime and evening courses available. We also offer short-term courses in various aspects of production.

All the information Scan here to needed can be found view website at mntc.edu.

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For older relatives raising children, which includes aunts, uncles, cousins, and grandparents, the eligibility program provides four (4) $100 respite vouchers per quarter that can be used to provide care for your loved one while you take a much-needed break. These vouchers can be used for anything from helping with cleaning or providing care for your loved one while the caregiver socializes with friends, takes care of their medical needs, or takes leisurely running errands. The vouchers can be used for after-school activities and sports for other relatives raising children.

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Please let us know if you are interested in hosting one of these community events in your church, school, or coffee shop. We want to partner with you to help caregivers in your community.

s the backbone of support for their families, caregivers, and older relatives raising children often find themselves shouldering the responsibility of providing care with unwavering dedication. Recognizing the unique challenges these unsung heroes face, the Aging Services, Inc. Respite Voucher Program has expanded its reach to include specific provisions for caregivers and older relatives raising children. In this article, we explore the program's workFor more information, please visit agingservicesok.org. If you have ings and eligibility criteria for these two distinct groups and where indifurther questions, please get in touch with our respite coordinators. viduals can turn to access much-needed respite support.

The respite coordinators are also available to speak to any group The Respite Voucher Program, designed to offer relief to those car- about the growing number of caregiving seniors and some of the othing for their loved ones, has evolved to cater to the specific needs er programs that Aging Services, Inc. has to offer. of caregivers and older relatives raising children. This dual approach Diane Hudgins at (405)701-2149 or Vicci Smith at (405)701-2151. recognizes the diverse caregiving roles within families and strives to You also can call Aging Services, Inc. at (405)321-3200 and ask for provide targeted support.

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The FDA just authorized a one-of-a-kind device called the Apollo ESG System. The Apollo ESG System uses a small suturing device and camera passed orman Regional’s Journey Clinic has been a re- down the patient's esophagus into the stomach to resource for patients seeking weight loss care for duce its size. Hence, patients feel full faster, digest roughly 20 years. Lana Nelson, DO, Director of more slowly, and lose weight. the Bariatric Service Program, has been with Norman Regional since 2005 and opened Journey Clinic About ESG procedures in 2010.

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• Most patients can go home the same day and “We have a long history of providing care for the treatreturn to work in two to three days. ment of obesity to patients in and around Oklahoma. And we've experienced some continuing growth over the About the Apollo ESG System years. We keep our patients within our program as long as • The Apollo ESG System is the first and only depossible. Part of that is because obesity is a chronic disvice authorized by the FDA for performing ESG ease process. And so we like to monitor our patient's long procedures. term,” Dr. Nelson said. “There are many different things • The Apollo ESG System allows gastroenterolothat contribute to obesity; it's a very complex disease progists and surgeons to perform ESG with a dual cess. So, sometimes understanding the cause of obesity channel Endoscope.

• The Apollo ESG System is authorized for use can also help direct our treatment.” in adults with lower BMIs, which allows for the treatment of a broader range of people Journey Clinic has historically offered two different catsuffering from obesity and morbid obesity. egories of treatments for those looking to lose weight - medical weight loss and surgical weight loss. Journey Norman Regional’s Journey Clinic uses the Clinic is now setting its sights on establishing a new surgiApollo ESG System and would love to help you cal weight loss innovation in endo-bariatrics. reach your health goals.

Endo-bariatrics refers to a group of minimally invasive If you are curious about Journey Clinic’s serprocedures associated with significant weight loss and improvement in obesity-related comorbidities. These vices and want to learn more, visit Journeyprocedures are done endoscopically through the mouth, Clinic.com or call 405-515-2049 to begin your journey to a healthier place. leaving no scars or incisions.

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BY GRACE HERNKE, MA, RD/LD, PRN CLINICAL DIETITIAN

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Spring Means It's Time to Visit The Farmers Market At a grocery store, the same can not be said.

It is estimated that, on average, 1,500 miles are traveled to get the product from the farm to the table. Usually, when a product reaches the produce aisle at a store, it has started to oxidize, lose nutrients, and may have had chemicals applied to it to make the product last longer. Whether the produce is purchased at a store or the farmers market, properly clean and store what you have bought so that it will stay fresh longer.

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t is now that time of year to take advantage of your local farmers market! In the springtime, outdoor farmers markets start to pop up all over the OKC metro and then are gone again before we know it.

You may be wondering why I should go to my local farmers market or what a farmers market offers that a grocery store can not. Farmers markets can provide fresh produce and be a fun family outing. In addition, farmers' markets support the local economy and contribute to sustainability efforts in the community.

Farmers' markets are also known for another thing: socializing! Getting out in the sunshine, enjoying the fresh air, and talking to vendors can bring much joy into a Saturday morning. Lastly, farmer markets are not just an excellent tool for us customers but also for farmers and vendors. Farmers markets have led to economic development and jobs and have improved sustainability efforts around the US. Markets allow the farmers to sell products straight to the customer (you)!

We understand that purchasing fresh fruits and vegetables at a farmers market can not be on everyone's priority list. Still, farmers' markets around Oklahoma are known to accept SNAP and WIC benefits to provide fresh produce to the community. But no matter where you purchase produce, whether fresh, frozen, or canned, adding fruits and vegetables to your diet is a great way to bring vitamins, minerals, and fiber.

Overall, farmers' markets provide the opportunity to promote a healthy lifestyle and are a great way to kick off your weekend! Visiting Farmers' markets can bring you the freshest fruits, vegetables, animal products, baked goods, and more! Consuming fresh produce your local farmers market can be a fun family outing for you, kids, and has always been an essential aspect of a healthy diet, regardless of pets. Stay hydrated and wear sunscreen to protect yourself from the where the produce is purchased. However, nutritional benefits come Oklahoma heat while shopping outside. Farmers' markets are not just with purchasing produce from your local farmers market versus buying open in the spring and summer months; some locations will also host at the grocery store. Produce is usually harvested shortly before you farmers' markets indoors during the colder months. Be sure to locate purchase it at a farmers market; this means you can get more nutrients your local farmers market to learn more. and better-tasting fruits and vegetables. A registered dietitian at Johns Check this link for local farmers' markets and their hours: Hopkins Medicine states, "When it comes to fresh fruit and vegetables, the shorter the time and distance from farm to sale, the higher the lev- https://www.metrofamilymagazine.com/farmers-markets-in-theels of vitamins and minerals.” metro-area/ 24 | MOORE MONTHLY | APRIL 2024

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Major Ted Belling Reflects on 35-Year Career with Moore Police Department After graduating from Bishop McGuinness High School, Ted Belling's original plan was to become a dentist.

He spent a year at OSU, then moved to UCO and became a qualified dental technician.

“I could actually carve every single tooth in the mouth out of a block of wax,” said Belling. “Not a useful skill today, but back then, I was able to do that.”

Then Belling decided to take a law-related class, and everything changed.

“I absolutely loved it,” said Belling.

“I switched to more of those classes which were, believe it or not, harder than the pre-med classes I had been taking.”

He made the Dean’s List and seriously considered becoming a lawyer.

Then, one day, his wife pointed him toward a notice in The Oklahoman.

“It said that the Moore police department was hiring,” said Belling. “I didn’t have the kinds of connections that other people had as they prepared for law school and I remember thinking that experience as a police officer could be very useful to me.

So, I decided to apply, and if they hired me, I would do that for a few years. If they don’t, I’ll go to law school.”

Belling says there were hundreds of candidates for six positions and he felt his chances were tiny. But he was hired and the rest, as they say, is history. 35 years of history that Belling says couldn’t have been better.

“I consider myself fortunate that of all the different law enforcement agencies I could possibly work for, I ended up in Moore,” said Belling. “It has been an amazing experience. I love the people in this community and those I’ve worked with. I can’t think of a better place to have worked.”

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He admits that initially it was the energy of being on patrol that really resonated with him as a young officer.

“Day after day, I felt like I was working to make our streets safer,” said Belling. “I got to do all kinds of things early on.

I was on the gang task force, the street crimes unit, I was making undercover drug buys, running my own snitches, and made a whole bunch of drug arrests.”

He also remembers the small paychecks and having to work off-duty jobs to make ends meet.

“My first year or so here, my take-home pay was $477 every two weeks,” said Belling. “I remember working as a School Resource Officer, among other jobs, until I made captain. It’s a different world now. The city really takes care of its police officers.”

He also bears the scars from those early days, including having his ribs broken and being shot at twice. That all changed when he was promoted to captain in 2012. Now a major, Belling says he faces different types of challenges. “it’s not the same physical as those earlier years, but it’s a different kind of stress,” said Belling. “Now, I deal with policies and procedures, paying bills, reviewing reports, hiring, and recruiting. It’s still a tough job but in a different way. And I still love it.”

He loves it so much that when he retires, he’s actually returning to work for the Moore Police Department. Belling will transition from being a police officer to a civilian department employee.

“I will be the accreditation manager with the goal of leading the department to national accreditation through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA),” said Belling. “It’s the gold standard in public safety.”

Belling also intends to continue pursuing his passion for nature, hiking and photography. But he also wants those who have helped along the way to know how much he appreciates them.

“I’ve had so many people who were mentors and supervisors throughout my career that I’m grateful for,” said Belling.

“There’s no way I would be where I am or our department would be where it is without them. Guys like Dennis Polk, Jerry Lucas, Larry Love, and Tim Duran.”

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he Oklahoma 4-H Foundation received a $25,000 grant from the Masonic Charity Foundation of Oklahoma to support the 2024 Oklahoma 4-H Innovate Summit.

“This money from the Masonic Charity Foundation helps us keep the cost low for attendees and also supports meeting spaces and workshop supplies,” said Kelly Wardlaw, STEM specialist for Oklahoma 4-H. The annual two-day event teaches science, technology, engineering and math to 4-H youth in grades 8-12. Participants partner with adult mentors in learning how to present workshops and provide in-depth training on STEM activities.

A total of 34 teens and 16 mentors attended this year’s Oklahoma 4-H Innovate Summit, held March 1-2 in Guthrie. Participants took home a micro-bit controller and $150 worth of supplies for workshop instruction.

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After completing the summit training, participants are considered certified Oklahoma 4-H innovators and must meet a minimum of 200 contact hours in their home communities. A contact hour is the number of participants taught times the length of the workshop.

“Last year, we had 14 innovators, and those 14 went back to their communities and reached more than 4,000 individuals in their communities,” Wardlaw said. “They went above and beyond those 200 hours, and we don't expect anything less from this group.”

The Masonic Charity Foundation is a long-time supporter of Oklahoma 4-H programs. To date, the organization has contributed $1,075,000 for 4-H youth educational opportunities.

“The Masonic Charity Foundation represents Masons all across the state of Oklahoma, so we love to support organizations that have a statewide impact, like 4-H,” said the foundation’s executive director, John Logan.

“By supporting the summit, we achieve state-wide impact and bring a unique program to our communities.”

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PIONEER LIBRARY SYSTEM — APRIL CALENDAR VIRTUAL PROGRAMS Many virtual programs require signup in advance with a valid email address. Go online to www.pioneerlibrarysystem.org/calendar for more information and the most current schedule of upcoming events.

Tuesday, April 9, 6:00 p.m. – Book Discussion: The Do-Over

IN–PERSON PROGRAMS Moore Public Library, 225 S. Howard Ave. Monday, April 1, 8, 15, 29, 4:30 p.m.

Let’s Get Gardening (5-7 years and 8-11 years) Monday, April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 6:30 p.m. Get Moving with All Levels Yoga Tuesday, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 10:30 a.m. Preschool Story Time (3-5 Years) Tuesday, April 2, 4:30 p.m.

Connection Corner: Blacklight Painting

(10-13 years) Tuesday, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 6:00 p.m. English Language Learners: ESL Class Wednesday, April 3, 10, 17, 24, 10:30 a.m. Rhythm Babies (0-18 months) Wednesday, April 3, 17, 2:00 p.m.

Land That Job: Drop-In Resume Help Thursday, April 4, 18, 10:30 a.m.

Music Connection Thursday, April 4, 11, 18, 25, 6:00 p.m.

English Language Learners: ESL Class Friday, April 5, 4:30 p.m.

Learn It! Eclipse Viewer for Teens Saturday, April 6, 13, 10:00 a.m.

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Saturday, April 6, 11:00 a.m.

Making a Difference: Styrofoam Recycling Saturday, April 6, 11:00 a.m.

PLS STEAM Fest Monday, April 8, 1:00 p.m.

In My Experience: Solar Eclipse

Viewing Party Monday, April 8, 1:30 p.m.

Eclipse Viewing Party Wednesday, April 10,17, 6:00 p.m.

Learn It! Laser Cutter for Adults Thursday, April 11, 29, 10:30 a.m.

Early Explorers Thursday, April 11, 4:30 p.m.

Creativity Unleashed: Bath Bombs Saturday, April 13, 9:00 a.m.

Annual Plant Exchange Tuesday, April 16, 4:30 p.m Sensory Explorers Tuesday, April 16, 5:00 p.m Connection Corner: Knit Together Wednesday, April 17, 6:30 p.m.

Connection Corner: Textile and Fiber Arts Friday, April 19, 4:30 p.m.

Creativity Unleashed: Vinyl Cutting for Teens Wednesday, April 24, 6:30 p.m.

Creativity Unleashed: Vinyl Cutting for Adults Thursday, April 25, 1:00 p.m.

Moore Friends of the Library Annual

Book Sale Friday, April 26, 1:00 p.m.

Moore Friends of the Library Annual

Book Sale Saturday, April 27, 10:00 a.m.

Moore Friends of the Library Annual

Book Sale Tuesday, April 30, 10:30 a.m.

Early Birds (3-4 years)

Southwest OKC Library, 2201 SW 134Th Street, OKC Tuesday, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 10:30 a.m. Rhythm Babies (0-18 months) Tuesday, April 2, 16, 5:30 p.m.

Early Birds (4-5 years) Wednesday, April 3, 6:00 p.m.

Creativity Unleashed: Tiny Canvas Painting Thursday, April 4, 18,10:30 a.m.

Preschool Story Time (3-5 years) Friday, April 5, 12, 19, 26, 10:30 a.m.

Toddler Story Time (1-3 years) Friday, April 5, 5:30 p.m.

Get Moving with RACE Dance Collective Saturday, April 6, 10:30 a.m.

Family Story Time (All Ages) Monday, April 8, 10:30 a.m Sensory Explorers Monday, April 8, 1:00 p.m.

Eclipse Viewing Party Monday, April 8, 6:00 p.m.

Eat Smart: Pesto Combinations Monday, April 8, 15, 22, 29, 6:30 p.m.

Get Moving with Beginners Tai Chi Tuesday, April 9, 5:30 p.m.

STEAM Kids (Ages 8-11): Balloon-Powered Cars Wednesday, April 10, 5:30 p.m.

Build It! Thursday, April 11, 4:00 p.m.

Teen Connect: Teen Writer’s Guild Thursday, April 11, 5:30 p.m.

Connection Corner: Pokemon Playing

and Trading Friday, April 12, 6:00 p.m.

Community Matters: Criminal Justice

Reform Panel Saturday, April 13, 10:30 a.m.

Early Explorers Wednesday, April 17, 10:30 a.m.

Early Explorers Wednesday, April 17, 5:30 p.m.

Get Moving with RACE Dance Collective Friday, April 19, 2:00 p.m.

Connection Corner: Board Games and Bites Saturday, April 20, 10:30 a.m.

Family Story Time (All Ages): Dads & Donuts Saturday, April 20, 3:00 p.m.

Spark a Change: “From Scratch” Author Visit Monday, April 22, 10:30 a.m.

Music Connection Tuesday, April 23, 2:00 p.m.

STEAM Kids: Homeschool Connection Wednesday, April 24, 5:30 p.m.

Creativity Unleashed: Teacup Fairy Gardens Thursday, April 25, 6:30 p.m.

Book Discussion with SOKC Library Thursday, April 25, 6:30 p.m.

Creativity Unleashed: Wood Burning Saturday, April 27, 1:00 p.m.

Healthier You: Navigating Medicare Tuesday, April 30, 10:30 a.m.

Preschool Story Time (3-5 years)

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PIONEER LIBRARY SYSTEM — CHILDREN'S BOOK REVIEW

No Snowball!

Author-Illustrator: Isabella Kung Publisher: Orchard Books Reviewer: Amber Luna, Children’s Services Associate, Moore Public Library

Queen NoFuzzball is not pleased with the newest addition to her court, an adorable kitten named Snowball. When it becomes clear that Snowball isn’t going anywhere, Queen NoFuzzball decides the only choice is to train her in the royal ways. Will Snowball be a worthy princess in Queen NoFuzzball’s queendom or just a royal pain?

This reviewer’s daughter LOVES these books and wishes she had her own NoFuzzball. You do not have to be a cat lover to love these charming books. The bright and adorable illustrations leave you wanting more.

No Snowball! is geared toward children ages 4-8 with an Accelerated Reader level of 1.8 and is worth 0.5 AR points. You may find No Snowball! and No Fuzzball! at the Moore Public Library Children’s Department. Please feel free to visit the Children’s Desk or call us at 405.793.4347 for more recommendations.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS & PERFORMANCES AND COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS • APRIL 2024 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT FRED JONES JR. MUSEUM OF ART 555 Elm Ave, Norman Tuesday Noon Concert: Violin Studio April 2, 12:00 p.m.

Enjoy live music and fine art on the University of Oklahoma campus every Tuesday at the Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art. Tuesday Noon Concert Series is a weekly collaboration with OU’s School of Music, featuring OU music students and faculty. These 30-minute concerts occur during the semester in the Sandy Bell Gallery, located in the museum’s lower level. This week's concert features the Violin Studio students of Yena Lee. Tuesday Noon Concert: Piano Studio April 9, 12:00 p.m.

Enjoy live music and fine art on the University of Oklahoma campus every Tuesday at the Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art. Tuesday Noon Concert Series is a weekly collaboration with OU’s School of Music, featuring OU music students and faculty. These 30-minute concerts occur during the semester in the Sandy Bell Gallery, located in the museum’s lower level. This week's concert features the Piano Students of JP Murphy.

Art Adventures April 16, 10:30 a.m.

Enjoy a book and hands-on art activity before exploring the museum with your family. No advanced registration is required for this free drop-in program.

Recommended for ages 3 to 8 accompanied by an adult, but kids of all ages are welcome. For more information, contact learnandengage@ou.edu. Made possible by generous support from the Newman’s Own Foundation.

Tuesday Noon Concert: Piano Studio April 16, 12:00 p.m.

Enjoy live music and fine art on the University of Oklahoma campus every Tuesday at the Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art. Tuesday Noon Concert Series is a weekly collaboration with OU’s School of Music,

featuring OU music students and faculty.

These 30-minute concerts occur during the semester in the Sandy Bell Gallery, located in the museum’s lower level. This week's concert features the Piano Studio students of Jeongwon Ham. OKLAHOMA CITY COMMUNITY COLLEGE VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 7777 S May Ave., Oklahoma City The Silhouettes Thursday, April 18, 7:30 p.m.

The Silhouettes, created, directed and owned by Lynne Waggoner-Patton, were 1st Runner-Up on America’s Got Talent season 6 in 2011, guest artists on NBC’s AGT Holiday Spectacular 2016, guest artists on AGT Finale 2016 and grateful recipients of Alesha Dixon’s GOLDEN BUZZER on America’s Got Talent – The Champions! This professional theater company uses shadow work, dance, music and acting to tell brilliant stories and convey powerful messages. For more information and answers to frequently asked questions, please visit https:// www.occc.edu/pas/faq/.

CHURCH & SPIRITUAL CONNECTION FIVE LOAVES FOOD PANTRY Wednesday, 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sundays, 1:30 to 3:00 p.m.

291 W. Main Street – the Northeast Door. Or by appointment: call 405-7946671 (Moore First United Methodist Church).

FRESH START COMMUNITY CHURCH FOOD PANTRY open the third Thursday of each month, 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

309 N Eastern Avenue, West Campus-Family Life Center. Canned and dry goods available. Must be a resident of Moore (please bring an ID).

CELEBRATE RECOVERY Monday nights from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Faith Crossing Baptist Church, 13701 S. Pennsylvania. For more information, contact Nancy at 405-514-9990.

CITY MEETINGS & EVENTS CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, April 1 at 6:30 p.m.

Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore PARKS BOARD MEETING Tuesday, April 2 at 6:00 p.m.

The Station at Central Park, 700 S. Broadway URBAN RENEWAL AUTHORITY Monday, April 8 at 6:30 p.m.

Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MEETING Tuesday, April 9 at 5:30 p.m.

Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday, April 9 at 7:00 p.m.

Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, April 15 at 6:30 p.m.

Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore SPRING RECYCLE EVENT Saturday, April 27, 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Moore Recycle Center, 220 N. Telephone Road. Paper shredding and electronics accepted form 8 a.m. to Noon (WILL NOT ACCEPT PRINTERS, COPIERS, OR TV’s OVER 32”). Drive through will be open from 8 a.m. to Noon.

SPRING MARKETPLACE Saturday, April 27, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Central Park Multi-Purpose Pavilion, 700 S. Broadway. Over 50+ vendors selling handmade items, crafts, quilts, yard art, food, direct sale products, and other types of crafts. Food Trucks: Coit’s Food Truck and Sassy Sifter Coffee and Confections Food Truck.

For more information contact Moore Parks & Recreation at 405-793-5090 or visit cityofmoore.com. Vendors contact Kasey Dean at 405-793-5090 or email kdean@cityofmoore.com.

COMMUNITY CONNECTION ADOPT-A-PET Moore Animal Shelter, S-I35 Service Road. Open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., closed on holidays.

For additional information call (405) 793-5190.

AMERICAN LEGION MOORE POST 184 207 SW 1st Street, Moore, OK. 73160.

Monthly Membership Meetings: 7:00 p.m. (Every 2nd Tuesday of every month). Post is open for business Tuesday and Thursday afternoons 12:303:30 p.m. VA Certified VSO on-duty to serve all veterans and their families with VA Claims. 'No Veteran Left Behind' Tel: (405) 794-5446 BIG TRASH PICK UP Moore residents will be allowed two FREE big trash pick-ups a year and one free voucher to the city landfill for each physical address in Moore. Call (405) 793-5070 to schedule your trash pick-up.

NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH PROGRAM Moore Police Dept. is starting a Neighborhood Watch Program. If you’re interested in helping your neighborhood reduce crime, contact Sgt. Jeremy Lewis, (405) 793-4448.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS & PERFORMANCES AND COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS • APRIL 2024 continued OKLAHOMA PARKINSON’S ALLIANCE SUPPORT GROUP First Tuesday of each month, 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

13200 S. May Ave. For more information contact the Oklahoma Parkinson’s Alliance at 405-810-0695.

MOORE ROTARY CLUB MEETING Weekly on Wednesdays, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Moore Chamber of Commerce, 305 W. Main St. Moore Rotary Club meetings are held weekly. At our meeting, we aim to have fellowship and fun, enjoy a good meal and listen to an interesting speaker as well as communicate activity updates to members. There are membership fees associated to Rotary International. Come visit at least once and we’ll be happy to discuss membership options. Rotary International is an international service organization whose stated purpose is to bring together business and professional leaders to provide humanitarian service and advance goodwill and peace around the world. It is a non-political and non-religious organization. For more information contact Dee Ann Gay at 405-300-6202.

405 BUSINESS CLUB Weekly on Wednesdays, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Toby Keith’s “I Love This Bar & Grill”, 1199 S. Service Road. Here members learn more about each other's businesses and pass referrals between members of the group, all while building friendships, camaraderie, and eat lunch. Meetings are open to visitors looking to find a networking group to join, however; we only allow one business per business category. So before you choose to come, please check out our membership and determine if there is an open seat for you & your business in our group.

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NORMAN NEWCOMERS MEETING Second Monday of the month, 10:00 a.m At First Christian Church, 220. S. Webster. You don’t have to live in Norman to join in. The December 11th program will feature the Childrens Choir from All Saints Catholic School. For more information contact Susie Orsenigo at 561-914-0771.

THE MOORE TIPS CLUB Weekly on Thursdays, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Business and Networking meeting, every Thursday, 12:00 p.m. at Toby Keith's I Love This Bar & Grill, 1199 SS I-35 Service Road. A small but effective business networking group, empowering others through valuable and trusted recommendations. We strive to build each member’s business. Have a question about our business referral group, or want to see if we match your specific needs?

Join us on Thursdays from 12pm – 1pm in Moore, Oklahoma @ Toby Keith’s. See the map for location! Send us a message or call one of our members! We're always happy to connect with new businesses! For more information visit mooretipsclub.com.

SOUTH OKC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE GOOD MORNING COUNTY Wednesday, April 3, 7:30 am. – 9:00 a.m.

South OKC Chamber of Commerce, 701 SW 74th ST, OKC. Start your morning off right with a dose of community engagement at Good Morning County, featuring Oklahoma County Clerk Maressa Treat and Oklahoma County Assessor Larry Stein. Join us for a casual and informative session where you can sip on coffee and engage in meaningful conversation with some of our dedicated Oklahoma County elected officials. For more information contact Elizabeth Fox at 405-634-1436 or email elizabethFox@southokc.com.

MOORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE LUNCH WITH U.S. CONGRESSMAN TOM COLE Wednesday, April 3, 11:30 a.m.

Moore Chamber of Commerce, 305 W. Main St. Join us in an interactive discussion with Congressman Tom Cole. He will speak to America's role in the world and how our economic and security interests grow by the day. For more information contact Kim Brown at 405-794-3400 or email kbrown@moorechamber.com.

SOUTH OKC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE SERIOUSLY FUN NETWORKING Thursday, April 4, 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Pub W, 10740 South May Ave, Suite 101, OKC. This is one of the Chamber's networking groups. The Seriously Fun Networking meets for happy hour on the first Thursday of each month at one of the Chamber-member places of business. We always have a round of self-introductions and will begin having a few MINI-spotlight speakers. Pre-register on the Monday Morning Memo OR chamber's online calendar so that we can prepare appropriately! For more information, contact Jamie Crowe at 405-634-1436 or email jamiecrowe@ southokc.com.

SOUTH OKC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUSINESS AFTER HOURS Thursday, April 4, 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Wheeler Ferris Wheel, 1701 South Western Ave. Step right up and experience Business After Hours like never before at the iconic Wheeler Ferris Wheel! Join us on April 4th for a sneak peak of the 2024 Ferris Wheel season from 5 - 8 p.m. for an unforgettable evening filled with FREE Ferris wheel rides, tantalizing treats from local food trucks, and an atmosphere buzzing with networking opportunities. Bring the whole family for an evening of fun and connection, as we elevate your after-hours experience to new heights. Don't miss out on this

perfect blend of business and pleasure under the starlit Oklahoma sky! For more information contact Elizabeth Fox at 405-634-1436 or email elizabethFox@ southokc.com.

MOORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WIN LUNCHEON Friday, April 5, 11:45 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Yellow Rose Theater, 1005 SW 4th St. Join us for our 2024 Women's Leadership Luncheon. We will hear from Christy Gillenwater, President/CEO of the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber. $30 - WIN member individual ticket. (Early bird pricing of $25 before 3/29/24). $35 - WIN non-member individual ticket. (Early bird pricing of $30 before 3/29/24). $225 - WIN member table of 8. $275 - WIN non-member table of 8. For more information contact Kim Brown at 405-794-3400 or email kbrown@moorechamber.com.

MOORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE NETWORKING LUNCH Tuesday, April 9, 11:45 am. – 1:00 p.m.

Tacologia Fine Tacos, 2100 N. Eastern Ave, Suite 5.. Join us for great food and an opportunity to grow your business knowledge, share new ideas and connect with our business community.

Each attendee is given the opportunity to present information regarding their business to all in attendance. So, bring your best sales pitch - make it innovative and memorable. To make sure that the restaurant is fully prepared for our arrival, if you plan on attending, we will need you to register. Thank you. For more information contact Amy Lee at 405-94-3400 or email alee@moorechamber.com.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS & PERFORMANCES AND COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS • APRIL 2024 continued SOUTH OKC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUSINESS NETWORKING LUNCH Wednesday, April 10, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

The Crab and Catfish Company, 809 SW 119th St. This is one of the Chamber's networking groups. This is one of the Chamber's networking groups.

Come join us, we meet for lunch each month at one of the Chamber-member restaurants. We always have a round of self-introductions and open networking. Pre-register on the Monday Morning Memo or the Chamber's online calendar so that we can prepare appropriately!

For more information, contact Jamie Crowe at 405-634-1436 or email jamiecrowe@southokc.com.

SOUTH OKC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CHILI COOK-OFF Thursday, April 11, 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

SOKC Chamber of Commerce, 701 SW 74th Street, OKC. The South Oklahoma City Chamber Political Action Committee would like to invite you to a Chili CookOff Fundraiser at the South OKC Chamber! The chili and table presentations will be judged by local celebrities. There will be an award for the best chili and the best table presentation. The winner of the cook-off will receive a cash prize of 20% of the chili contest entries. RSVP for the Cook-Off and event attendance to Mike Voorhees at 405-682-5800 or email mv@lawofficeokc.com.

MOORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BOWLING TOURNAMENT Tuesday, April 16, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

HeyDay Entertainment, 3210 Market Place, Norman. Get ready for a night of strikes and spares at our annual bowling tournament. The tournament is open only to 16 teams, so reserve your lane today! Entry fee includes 4-person team, shoe rental, and dinner. Warmup along with two games (max time 1 hour per game) will be played with trophies to be awarded to the 1st and 38 | MOORE MONTHLY | APRIL 2024

2nd place teams. Pizza buffet is included for team members and Premier & Executive sponsors only. Sponsorships: Executive - $750, Lane Sponsor - $150 (Logo placed on lane), 4-person Team - $500. For more information contact Kim Brown at 405-794-3400 or email kbrown@moorechamber.com.

SOUTH OKC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUSINESS AFTER HOURS Wednesday, April 17, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Harbor Chase of South OKC, 10801 S. May Ave. Join us for Business After Hours networking event at the stunning HarborChase of South Oklahoma City.

Enjoy an evening filled with networking opportunities, complimentary hors d'oeuvres, and plenty of fun! If you haven't experienced the beauty of this location yet, now's your chance – don't miss out! For more information contact Elizabeth Fox at 405-634-1436 or email elizabethFox@southokc.com.

SOUTH OKC CHAMBER COFFEE & COMMERCE GROUP Friday, April 19, 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

The Blessed Stanly Rother Shrine, 700 SE 89th Street, OKC. Free to attend, non-members are also invited to learn about the South OKC Chamber. Join us for our Coffee & Commerce networking!

We have a round of self-introductions plus opportunities for free-style networking with other business professionals!

We meet on the 3rd Friday morning of each month! For more information, contact Jamie Crowe at 405-634-1436 or email jamiecrowe@southokc.com.

SOUTH OKC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUSINESS BEFORE HOURS Tuesday, April 23, 8:00 a.m. – 9:15 a.m.

Grill on the Hill, 324 SW 25th Street, OKC. South OKC Chamber of Commerce, 701 SW 74th St., Join us for an invigorating start to your day at Business

Before Hours at Grill on the Hill! Connect with fellow Chamber members, exchange ideas, and forge valuable business relationships while enjoying freshly brewed coffee and a light breakfast spread. Don't miss out on this prime opportunity to mingle, connect, and fuel your ambition. See you bright and early at Grill on the Hill! For more information contact Elizabeth Fox at 405-634-1436 or email elizabethFox@southokc.com.

awards and scholarships. If you would like to join us for this event, please call the Chamber office to purchase your tickets. Individual tickets: $40. Corporate Table: $600. RSVP due April 17. To apply for scholarships and view nomination deadline dates, please visit: http://southokc.com/education-award/. For sponsorship opportunities, please contact Elizabeth Fox at elizabethfox@southokc. com or (405) 634-1436.

MOORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CARDS & COFFEE Wednesday, April 24, 8:00 a.m – 9:00 a.m.

Mid-America Christian University, 3500 SW 119th St. This event is a business networking opportunity for Moore Chamber of Commerce Members. Attendees can make meaningful connections that can result in successful business leads. Food and beverages are served. Check out the Chamber Calendar for the location of the next one! Free to Chamber members. For more information contact Kim Brown at 405-794-3400 or email kbrown@moorechamber.com.

MOORE CHAMBER CLOSED Monday and Tuesday, April 29-30 MAKO Conference.

MOORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WIN NETWORKING HOUR Thursday, April 25, 4:00 p.m - 5:00 p.m.

1NB Financial Center, 716 Wall Street, Norman. WIN was created to bring the businesswomen of Moore and the surrounding areas together for strength, support, and camaraderie in both business and life. We will do this through events and programs throughout the year. For more information contact Kim Brown at 405-794-3400 or email kbrown@moorechamber.com.

SOUTH OKC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION BANQUET Thursday, April 25, 6:00 p.m.

Moore Norman Technology Center South Penn Campus, 13301 S. Pennsylvania Ave. We would like to invite you to join us for a special evening featuring dinner, entertainment, and the presentation of

SENIOR CONNECTION P.A.L.S. PROGRAM FOR SENIORS Seniors are assigned to a buddy who will call every day to check on you. Sign up with Sgt. Lewis, Moore Police Dept., (405) 793-4448.

PROJECT RETURN HOME FOR ALZHEIMER’S PATIENTS IN MOORE For information about enrolling a loved one, contact Virginia Guild at (405) 793-4478 or Sgt. Jeremy Lewis at (405) 793-4448.

TRANSPORTATION: • Metro Transit will provide van service for age 60 and older on Tuesdays and Thursdays from the Moore area to Oklahoma City for medical appointments. Call Jackie at (405) 297-2583.

• Moore Council on Aging Seniors may have transportation anywhere in the city of Moore for errands or appointments. 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Call (405) 799-3130 at least one day in advance.

• “Share-A-Fare” for age 60 and over or disabled. Purchase taxi fare at 40% off.

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THE STATION SCHEDULE • APRIL 2024

ACTIVITIES & CLASSES

This is a partial list of schedules, activities, and classes available through the Moore Parks & Recreation department.

You can find something of interest for everyone by visiting Moore Parks and Recreation website at: https://www. cityofmoore.com/departments-divisions/parks-recreation or by calling The Station front desk at (405) 793-5090

PROGRAMS AT THE STATION PARENTS NIGHT OUT

Parents, do you need a night off? Enjoy a night to yourselves while your kids have a blast at The Station! Children can enjoy activities such as arts & crafts, board games, video games, and free play on an exclusively reserved basketball court before finishing the night off with a movie. Pizza will be served for dinner, along with a surprise treat for dessert.

When: First Friday of the month (unless otherwise noted) Time: 6 – 10 p.m.

Where: The Station Activity Room (7-12 years old) / Child Watch Room (3-6 years old*) 700 S. Broadway Ave. Ages: 3-12 years Fee: $20 for Passholders / $25 for Non-Passholders Registration Type: Parents can register online or in person up until the day prior to the event.

Registration: Through March 14 at www. cityofmoore.com/fun Upcoming: February 2 *Children must be potty-trained to attend. Drop-off begins at 6 p.m., and children must be picked up by 10 p.m.

Parents will incur a $30 charge for any late pick-ups.

For more information, please call 405793-5090.

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SPANISH FOR KIDS

In the 6-week course, participants will begin to learn the basics of speaking and reading in a different language. Before you know it, you will be able to say and recognize simple words and phrases in conversational Spanish!

When: April 8 - May 13 Time: Monday's, 6-7 pm Ages: 8-14 years Fee: FREE (online registration required to attend) Where: The Station Recreation Center (700 S. Broadway) Registration: Through April 7 at cityofmoore.com/fun Upcoming Dates: Monday, April 8, 2024 | 6:00 - 7:00pm Monday, April 15, 2024 | 6:00 - 7:00pm Monday, April 22, 2024 | 6:00 - 7:00pm Monday, April 29, 2024 | 6:00 - 7:00pm Monday, May 6, 2024 | 6:00 - 7:00pm Monday, May 13, 2024 | 6:00 - 7:00pm

SPANISH FOR ADULTS

In the 6-week course, participants will begin to learn the basics of speaking and reading in a different language. Before you know it, you will be able to say and recognize simple words and phrases in conversational Spanish!

When: April 8 - May 13 Time: Monday's, 7-8 pm Ages: 15+ years Fee: FREE (online registration required to attend) Where: The Station Recreation Center (700 S. Broadway) Registration: Through April 7 at cityofmoore.com/fun Upcoming Dates: Monday, April 8, 2024 | 7:00 – 8:00pm Monday, April 15, 2024 | 7:00 – 8:00pm Monday, April 22, 2024 | 7:00 – 8:00pm Monday, April 29, 2024 | 7:00 – 8:00pm Monday, May 6, 2024 | 7:00 – 8:00pm Monday, May 13, 2024 | 7:00 – 8:00pm

TOGETHER WE ARE MOORE

The Station Recreation Center strives to be a place where all are welcome. "Together We Are Moore" is specifically designed for our young community members with special needs in our community and provides them with a safe and welcoming environment where they can create fun projects and explore their creative side. Come and join us for some fun as we create memories and make new friends! This particular activity is specifically designed for our young community members with special needs.

Those who do not meet this requirement are encouraged to enroll in another exciting activity. Participants of all ages must be accompanied by a parent; adult participation is required.

When: Friday, April 12 – Night Sky Painting Project Time: 6:30 p.m.

Ages: 6 - 17 years - ADULT PARTICIPATION REQUIRED Where: The Station Recreation Center (700 S. Broadway) Fee: Free - advanced registration required Registration Type: Online Registration: Through April 11 at www. cityofmoore.com/fun

DOING MOORE FOR KIDS

Moore Parks and Recreation would like to do more for your kids! This fun and free Saturday afternoon class is sure to get your kids' excitement going! In each class we will offer up a fun and exciting project that you and your kids can do together! Come and join us for the fun!

When: Saturday, April 13 – Night Sky Painting Project Time: 1-2 pm Where: The Station at Central Park (700 S. Broadway) Fee: Free – Advance/online registration required to attend Ages: 5 - 10 years - ADULT PARTICIPA-

TION REQUIRED Registration: Through April 12 at cityofmoore.com/fun.

2-N-1 CAMP: EXTREME ANIMALS & BALLOON TWISTING (6-9 YEARS)

School's out! Don't let your kids have a boring day at home, enroll them in The Station's 2-N-1 All Day Camp. 2 camps in 1 day equals one unforgettable experience. What better way to spend the day out of school than interacting with extreme animals and learning how to twist balloon animals! Spots are limited, so pack a lunch and drop the kids off for a day of fun-filled excitement. (MUST BRING YOUR OWN NON-MICROWAVABLE LUNCH) When: April 19 Time: 9am - 4pm Ages: 6-9 years Fee: $40 Where: The Station Recreation Center Registration: Online through April 18 at cityofmoore.com/fun

2-N-1 CAMP: EXTREME ANIMALS & BALLOON TWISTING (10-12 YEARS)

School's out! Don't let your kids have a boring day at home, enroll them in The Station's 2-N-1 All Day Camp. 2 camps in 1 day equals one unforgettable experience. What better way to spend the day out of school than interacting with extreme animals and learning how to

twist balloon animals! Spots are limited, so pack a lunch and drop the kids off for a day of fun-filled excitement. (MUST BRING YOUR OWN NON-MICROWAVABLE LUNCH) When: April 19 Time: 9am - 4pm Ages: 10-12 years Fee: $40 Where: The Station Recreation Center Registration: Online through April 18 at cityofmoore.com/fun

YOUTH FITNESS FIT AS A FIDDLE

Through May 7th (Every Tuesday at 1:00 p.m.)

Ages: 3-5 years Fee: $25 per month Where: The Station Recreation Center Toddlers will enjoy getting their exercise by running, jumping, tumbling on mats, and dancing to favorite energetic songs.

FIT KIDS

Through May 1st (Every Wednesday at 5:00 p.m.)

Ages: 7-12 years Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Fee: Free for passholders; $20 for non-passholders This 55-minute class is packed with

entertaining music, foundational fitness moves, and fun games.

Fit Kids will get your child moving and learning the importance of making healthy choices all while having fun! Parents are welcome to stay.

ZUMBA KIDS

Every Saturday at 10:00 a.m.

Ages: 7+ Fee: Free to Station Passholders, Non-passholder $20 Where: The Station Recreation Center Perfect for our younger Zumba® fans! Kids 7+ years old get the chance to be active and jam out to their favorite music. Zumba Kids helps develop a healthy lifestyle and incorporate fitness as a natural part of children’s lives by making fitness fun.

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SPORTS BY ROB MORRIS

Westmoore’s Zielney Relishes Final Year as a Jaguar W

ith the countdown to graduation ticking away, Zane Zielney wants to make sure he gets the most out of every moment he has left in high school.

“Growing up, with my mom teaching at Westmoore and coaching pom, I was always excited about being around the games,” said Zielney. “I couldn’t wait to play football and basketball as a Jaguar, and now I’m just hoping that I’m leaving behind a legacy that’s positive for others.”

Zielney says that his first athletic experiences were on the soccer field, but it didn’t take him long to gravitate to football and basketball.

“Basketball was definitely my favorite growing up,” said Zielney.

“I was in love with the Thunder, but then as I got into junior high and high school, I began to love football more.”

While more and more athletes choose to specialize and focus on one sport in high school, Zielney’s love for sports led him to keep playing basketball and even add track during his sophomore year.

“I was already playing basketball and honestly, sports for me is just fun,” said Zielney. “It’s also about this drive and competitiveness I have. I just love to compete.”

While he deeply enjoyed all the sports he competed in, Zielney says football was definitely at the top. It was during his sophomore year that he began to think seriously about playing the game beyond high school.

“My sophomore year Coach Zo told me, ‘Hey, you KNOW you can do this,’” said Zielney. “I really trusted his opinion and ad-

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“You can’t just do the bare minimum,” said Zielney. “You have to commit to the extra workouts, to really stepping it up in the weight room and not skipping a single lift.”

When it came time to commit, the University of Central Oklahoma football program was an easy choice. And even though football will be the focus of his college career, Zielney says he’s glad he kept playing basketball, especially after the Jaguars special ’23-’24 season.

vice, so for the next two years I just went to work, trying to progress to the next level.”

“Man, making it to state was definitely a major thing,” said Zielney. “We lost two really good players last year and our goal was just to see how far we could go. We just kept making things happen in the playoffs and kept going.”

Zielney says it was especially fun to get the big Moore War rivalry win during that playoff run.

Zieleny went to work, adding about 30 pounds to his frame and focusing on treating every workout as a “It was so awesome because they had beaten steppingstone to the next level. us before,” said Zielney. “I know a lot of people thought they were gonna blow right past us because they were really playing well, but we were so focused and came together to get that win.”

Zielney has decided to forego track and enjoy his last semester of high school before heading off to UCO this summer. He’s excited about stepping up to the next level and playing college football as a Broncho.

“They’ve really had a lot of money put into their facilities by the Paycom guy, who wrestled for UCO,” said Zielney. “The stadium’s been redone, and they have a new training facility, so it’s really a top-notch place.”

But he’s still relishing each of his remaining days as a Jaguar.

“You know, my mom being a teacher and coach here was something that really connected me as a kid,” said Zielney. “Just being able to play here and to have such special seasons as we had in football and basketball, this year has been a dream come true for me.”

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APRIL SPORTS CALENDAR (All scheduled events are subject to change)

MOORE BASEBALL April 1 April 2 April 4–6

April 8 April 12 April 15 April 16 April 19 April 22 April 23 April 25 April 26 April 27 GOLF April 1

Jenks @Jenks Gladys Winters Tournament@ Enid Muskogee @Yukon @Norman North Norman North Southmoore Stillwater @Stillwater @Norman Midwest City Yukon Blue Valley@TBD

April 25 April 29–30

COAC Tournament@The Greens (Boys & Girls) Norman@The Trails (Boys) Regional Preview@River Oaks (Girls) Del City@Trosper Park (Girls) PC North@Lincoln (Girls) Del City@Trosper Park (Boys) Regionals@River Oaks/Ponca City PC North@Lincoln (Boys) State@Stillwater

SOCCER April 2 April 5 April 9 April 12 April 16 April 18 April 30

@Edmond Memorial Westmoore @Deer Creek @Lawton Ike Piedmont @Putnam City Playoffs – 1st Round

April 8 April 8 April 11 April 16 April 18 April 24

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SOUTHMOORE BASEBALL April 1 April 2 April 4-6 April 8 April 9 April 11–13 April 15 April 16 April 1 April 19 April 22 April 23 April 25 April 26 April 29 GOLF April 1

@Westmoore Westmoore @Noble Tournament @Lawton Ike Lawton Ike @NW Optimist Tournament @Mustang Mustang Putnam City @Moore Lawton @Lawton Edmond Santa Fe @Yukon @Duncan

WESTMOORE BASEBALL April 1 April 2 April 4–6 April 8 April 9 April 11–12 April 13 April 15 April 16 April 18 April 19 April 22 April 23 GOLF April 1 April 8

April 4 April 8 April 15 April 24 April 25

COAC Tournament@The Greens (Boys & Girls) @Mustang (Boys) Pre-Regional (Girls) @Mustang (Girls) Regionals (Girls) @PC North (Boys)

SOCCER April 2 April 5 April 9 April 12 April 16 April 18 April 30

Bixby Bishop Kelley @Union Sand Springs @Jenks NW Classen Playoffs 1st Round

SOFTBALL April 1 April 4–5 April 8 April 8 April 9 April 11 April 15 April 18 April 22 April 23 April 23–26

@Choctaw @Washington Tournament Dale Norman North @Washington @Dale Festival Big Cat Festival Moore @Cache @Norman North Regionals

April 14 April 15 April 18 April 24 April 25 SOCCER April 2 April 5 April 9 April 12 April 16 April 19 April 30

Southmoore @Southmoore @Enid Festival @PC North PC North @Spartan/Tiger Turf War @Sand Springs @Choctaw Choctaw Edmond North @Deer Creek Edmond Memorial @Edmond Memorial COAC Tournament@The Greens (Boys & Girls) Pre-Regional@River Oaks (Girls) @Mustang Invitational (Boys) Mustang High School (Girls) @Del City Invitational (Boys) Regional Tournament@River Oaks (Girls) @Guthrie Blue Jay Bash (Boys) @Deer Creek @Moore Lawton Ike @Piedmont Putnam City @US Grant Playoffs – 1st Round

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APRIL SPORTS CALENDAR — continued (All scheduled events are subject to change)

MOORE SOFTBALL April 1 April 2 April 4-5 April 8 April 9 April 11 April 15 April 16 April 18 April 22 April 23–26 TENNIS April 5

Westmoore Norman North/Deer Creek @Washington Tournament Newcastle/Elgin@Newcastle Dale Dale Festival@Firelake Big Cat Classic Mustang/Minco@Mustang @Southmoore Washington Regionals

April 29

@Lawton Tournament (Boys & Girls) Moore Tournament@Earlywine (Boys & Girls) COAC Tournament@OKC Tennis Center (Boys & Girls) Western Heights Tournament@ Earlywine (Boys & Girls) Regionals (Girls)

TRACK April 4 April 11–12 April 19 April 26

COAC Meet@Piedmont @Wichita State Meet @Carl Albert @Duncan

April 10 April 13 April 23

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SOUTHMOORE TENNIS April 2 April 3 April 10

April 29

@Mustang (Boys) @Mustang (Girls) Moore Tournament@Earlywine (Boys & Girls) COAC Tournament@OKC Tennis Center (Boys & Girls) Western Heights@Earlywine (Boys & Girls) Regionals (Girls)

TRACK April 4 April 12 April 18 April 26

COAC Meet@Piedmont @Yukon @Hornets Classic Deer Creek Mile Night

April 13 April 23

WESTMOORE SOFTBALL April 1 April 4–5 April 8 April 9 April 11 April 15 April 18 April 22 April 23–26 TENNIS April 2 April 3 April 5 April 6 April 10

Moore @Washington Tournament Plainview/Latta@Plainview Newcastle/Cache@ Newcastle Washington Big Cat Classic Norman Dale/Mustang@Dale Regionals

April 26 April 27 April 29

@Mustang (Boys) @Mustang (Girls) @Yukon (Boys) @Yukon (Girls) Moore Tournament@ Earlywine (Boys & Girls) COAC Tournament@OKC Tennis Center (Boys & Girls) Western Heights@Earlywine (Boys & Girls) @Heritage Hall (Girls) @Heritage Hall (Boys) Regionals (Girls)

TRACK April 4 April 12 April 18-20 April 19 April 26 April 26

COAC Meet@Piedmont @Yukon @Kansas Relays @Ardmore @Duncan Mile Night@Deer Creek

April 13 April 23

The Moore Rotary Club is installing 75 flags to fly on special holidays on Main Street and down Broadway in the Old Town district of Moore. This is one of many service projects we do for our community.

Come join us in the joy of giving to our community and around the world.

We meet every Wednesday at noon at the Moore Chamber of Commerce at 305 W Main St, Moore.

Contact Club President, Carla Krueger at (405) 413-4008 or President Elect, Aleta Wheelbarger at (405) 659-7224.

MooreRotary.org

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