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IN THIS ISSUE

CALENDAR OF EVENTS 10 BEST OF OH18 14

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C H R I S T M A S TA B L E 20 SHOP LOCAL 26 CHRISTMASTOWN TOUR 44

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RECIPES 50 SMALL TOWN STORIES 54

W H AT I S O H 1 8 ?

Oh18 is all about the 73018 and surrounding areas. We love to promote living local by showing off our great shops, giving insight into local eats and highlighting live music and events.

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Check out all the Oh18 area has to offer and live local, friends!

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HELLO CHICKASHA! I don’t know if I'm more excited to be living in comfy sweatshirts or that the Holiday Season has finally arrived to our Christmastown!

Coming off the bloat from the Food Truck Championship into cooler weather allows for a seamless transition to big oversized sweaters just in time to hide the Thanksgiving belly. You know what I’m talking about. Add football bowl games, Festival of Light and Christmas - it doesn’t get much better! And, I will throw in an obligatory BOOMER! As the buzz continues to surround Chickasha, our “small town charm” is easy to fall in love with. One of my favorite quotes I have seen on Interurban’s sign is, “some people look for a beautiful place, others make a place beautiful.” There are countless people I know in this community who do just that. Being a part of Oh18 has been a blessing because I get to see the good in people on a regular basis. Isn’t this what the holiday is all about? It's amazing to see a community so willing to work together and not see a similar establishment as competition, but as a partner. This type of mindset is what sets Chickasha apart.

Does our community have flaws? Yes, we are only human and a very special book tells us we will fall short. But with forward momentum, little acts of kindness, and working together we can and are doing great things! So join us in finding active ways to help our community. Whether it’s helping pick up trash, decorating, words of encouragement or shopping/dining locally - no task is too small.

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER Kristen McGregor COPY EDITOR Kristyn Allbritton PHOTOGRAPHY Kristyn Allbritton DESIGN & LAYOUT Kristen McGregor MAP ILLUSTRATION Lacey Dutton

Wishing you a very Merry Christmas!

Kristyn Allbritton Kristyn Allbritton Co-Owner, Oh18

Why Chickasha?

I believe Chickasha has arrived! We are not hamstrung by yesterday's failures, nor fearful of upcoming challenges. Every day is Christmas Day in Chickasha, smells of restaurants opening, new businesses, constant stream of new residents and visitors. Excitement is in the air today! We are living in the present and it has never been better! Merry Christmas Chickasha!

– Johnny Trammell

ON THE COVER Tammie's Bling, Jay's Jewelry, Hicks Clothing Co, Ross Seed Co, Rock Island Candy Co.

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NOVEMBER C A L E N D A R O F E V E N T S *Live Music

11/2 Bingo The Club at Chickasha

11/10 2nd Friday Artwalk Chickasha Avenue

11/3 Trujillo* Legends Pubhouse & Venue

11/10 Michael Mills* The Common Room

11/3 Taylor Atkins* Shakespeare Wine Co

11/10 Scott Ryan & Devilish Folk* The Speak Lounge

11/3 Scott Ryan* The Common Room

11/10-12 Alpaca Blastoff Grady County Fairgrounds

11/3 John Crocker* The Speak Lounge

11/11 MMA Cage Fight Grady County Fairgrounds

11/4 Mills Band* Shakespeare Wine Co

11/11 DJ Buckets* The Speak Lounge

11/4-5 OK HS & JH Rodeo Grady County Fairgrounds

11/11 Summer Breeze* Legends Pubhouse & Venue

11/4 Another PINK in the FLOYD* Legends Pubhouse & Venue

11/11 Veterans Day Program 11am Shannon Springs Park

11/5 Couple's Golf Tournament The Club at Chickasha

11/11 Lane Mullen* Shakespeare Wine Co

11/7 Wine & Paint Night The Club at Chickasha

11/12 Staches & Lashes Golf Tournament The Club at Chickasha

11/9 Bingo The Club at Chickasha 11/9-12 The Sound of Music Chickasha Community Theatre 11/10 CM Johnson Band* Legends Pubhouse & Venue 11/10 ES Walker* Shakespeare Wine Co

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11/16-19 OK Sooner Circuit of Dog Shows Grady County Fairgrounds 11/16-19 The Sound of Music Chickasha Community Theatre 11/17-18 OHCE Craft Show Grady County Fairgrounds 11/17 Tyler Lee Band* Legends Pubhouse & Venue 11/17 Kerry Hartman* The Common Room 11/17 Jack Tidwell* The Speak Lounge 11/18-12/31 Festival of Light Shannon Springs Park 11/18-12/31 Festival of Light Flyovers Chickasha Wings 11/18 Altrusa Hall of Trees Grady County Fairgrounds 11/18 Justin Shonholtzer* The Speak Lounge

11/12 Pinewood Derby Grady County Fairgrounds

11/18 Christmas Reveal Wing T's

11/16 Bingo The Club at Chickasha

11/18 Cars & Coffee at the Leg Chickasha Train Depot

11/16 Customer Appreciation Sale Ross Seed Co

11/18 Jason Young Band* Legends Pubhouse & Venue

DECEMBER C A L E N D A R O F E V E N T S *Live Music

11/24 Tim Brauer & First Look Band* Legends Pubhouse & Venue

12/2 Christmas Carroll 5k Optimist Club of Chickasha

12/21 Bingo The Club at Chickasha

11/24 DJ Buckets* The Speak Lounge

12/2 Lighted Christmas Parade Chickasha Avenue

12/22 Live Music* The Common Room

11/24 Justin Duty* Shakespeare Wine Co

12/7 Bingo The Club at Chickasha

12/29 Rachelle Lynch* Shakespeare Wine Co

11/24 Dani Reed* The Common Room

12/8 Adam Cearel* Shakespeare Wine Co

12/28 Bingo The Club at Chickasha

11/25 Dani Carson* Shakespeare Wine Co

12/8 Carrey Thompson* The Common Room

12/29 Live Music* The Common Room

11/25 DJ CDON* The Speak Lounge

12/9 Chelsea Cummings* Shakespeare Wine Co

11/28 Buckcherry-Jukebox Hero & Echo 21* Legends Pubhouse & Venue

12/9 Wine & Craft Festival Grady County Fairgrounds

12/31 ES Walker, Justin Duty, Dani Carson, Cody Lane and Aubrey & Michael* Shakespeare Wine Co

11/30 Bingo The Club at Chickasha 11/30 American Midwest Ballet Company USAO Te Ata Auditorium 12/1 Mills Band* Shakespeare Wine Co 12/1 Good Ole Boys* The Common Room 12/1-2, 8-9, 15-16 December at the Depot Rock Island Depot 12/2 Lane Mullen* Shakespeare Wine Co

12/10 Cookie Decorating Shakespeare Wine Co 12/14 Bingo The Club at Chickasha 12/15 Dani Carson* Shakespeare Wine Co

12/31 Oklahoma Outlaws* The Common Room

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12/15 HiWay 62* The Common Room 12/16 Sam Hayes* Shakespeare Wine Co 12/16-17 Stock Show U Grady County Fairgrounds

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Best of Oh18

awards

The nominations have been submitted and now it's finally time to vote for the Best of Oh18 Awards!

Here's how it works.

1. Select your favorite business, organization or individual for each category.

2. One vote per person in each category please!

3. Check out the January/February issue of Oh18 Magazine for a list of the 1st ever winners of the Best of Oh18 Awards.

Voting will begin November 1st and run through December 10th.

Vote now!

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nominees ANNUAL EVENT

• Rock Island Arts Festival • Festival of Light • Food Truck Championship LOCAL BAND

• Dollar.98 • First Look Band • Justus & The Hometown Revival LIVE MUSIC VENUE

• Legends Pubhouse & Venue • Shakespeare Wine Co • The Stage (at Flower Shop/Brandi's) AUTO REPAIR

• Griffith's Service • Pro Auto Care • Todd's Muffler & Auto Repair

DRINKS

• A&E Grill • Interurban • Shakespeare Wine Co EATS

• Brandi's Bar & Grill • Flower Shop Winery & Pizzeria • Interurban APPAREL STORE

• Brink's Downtown Boutique • Tammie's Bling • The Southern Blossom Boutique GIFTS & HOME STORE

• Okie Mountain Trading Co • Perrefitte Home & Gifts • Ross Seed Co

VOTING ENDS DECEMBER 10TH

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FLORIST

• Kendall's Flowers & Gifts • Life in Bloom Florals • Okie Gals Flowers & Gifts MEDICAL PRACTICE/PROFESSIONAL

• 29th Street Dental • Abby Housman, D.O., Five Oaks Medical Group • Chris Ludwell, Ludwell Chiropractic EDUCATION PROFESSIONAL

• Candra Ryans, Pioneer Public Schools • Jennifer Phillips, Chickasha Public Schools • Jordan Vinyard, University of Science & Arts of Oklahoma FAMILY FUN

• Bouncin' Around • Jungle Ice Fun Zone • Wild Ox Axe Throwing

CONSTRUCTION BUSINESS/INDIVIDUAL

• CMS Willowbrook • JR's Diversified Fencing • Kike Valdez FINANCIAL PROFESSIONAL(S)

• Arvest Bank • Jamie Henderson, Ross & Henderson Pllc • Sanders, Welch, Wallis & Holten PC SALON/SPA

• Hairy's Full Service Salon • J Danielle Salon & Color Studio • Nailynn Beauty and Spa BUSINESS OWNER

• Brandi Terry, Brandi's Bar & Grill • Lora Gersner, Rock Island Candy Co • Josh Woods/Zach Greyson, Interurban/Two Vets Clothing Co

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Expect a major new retail announcement before Christmas

BARTENDER

• Gisela Alonzo, Interurban • Leah McConnell, Brandi's Bar & Grill • Tara Rudick, Shakespeare Wine Co BAKER

• Bakerz Dozen, Kenzee Baker • Cookies by Jamie, Jamie Duncan • Crazy 8 PERSONAL TRAINER

• Ashley Kulhman • Blake Taylor • Elip Moore NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION

• Altrusa • CASA • Friends Fur Change

BEST NEW BUSINESS 2023

• Rock Island Candy Co • The Beauty Bar & Boutique • Wild Ox Axe Throwing REALTOR

• Amanda Bertelli, Eastwood Realty Group • Josh Woods, Eastwood Realty Group • Suehzen Mosley, Century 21 PUBLIC SERVANT

• Daniel Ramirez, Grady County Sheriff • Gary Boggess, Grady County Sheriff • Jimmy Blue, Chickasha Fire Department BEST MURAL/ART INSTALLMENTS

• Land I Love Mural • Leg Lamp • Shakespeare Mural

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shop l a c o l It's nearly Christmas!

A R E YOU R E A DY FOR T H E HOL I DAY S? No worries, we've been busy little elves - working hard to round up the best of the best from Chickasha's local stores and shops. There is something for everyone in the pages to follow from clothing to home goods and everything in between.

The best part? It's all right here in town so you can conveniently shop on your lunch break or weekends between holiday events on your busy schedule!

Happy Shopping!

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Anderson Bean Boots H IC K S C LOT H I NG CO $60 0

Ariat Women's Boots H IC K S C LOT H I NG CO $20 0

Chickasha Hat W I NG T ' S $2 5 .99

Gift Card N A I LY N N

Diamond Pendant JAY ' S J E W E L RY $169

Diamond Cuff Bracelet JAY ' S J E W E L RY $269

Festival of Light Ornament DOW N TOW N M E RC A N T I L E $5

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Foot Pocket Blanket OK I E MOU N TA I N $ 5 4 .95

Hello Mello Pants & Top

Ceramic Mug

OK I E MOU N TA I N $28/ E A

W I NG T ' S $13 .99

Devotional Book

Reading Glasses

PE R R E F I T T E $19.99

PE R R E F I T T E $29

Pen Pouch

Truffle Box of 9

PE R R E F I T T E $1 1 . 50

ROC K ISL A N D C A N DY CO $18

Amor Plush Pom Slippers ROSS SE E D CO $ 30

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Wubba Nub Pacifier

Case Bonestag Knife

HOF F M A N HOUSE $18

C H IC K A SH A LU M BE R $109

Vellum Defend

Baby Twister Boots

V E L LU M SK I N C A R E $ 48

ST E PPI N ' OU T $24

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Black Fedora

Cross Stitch Kit

J DA N I E L L E S A LON $ 32

DE N DOW N TOW N $20

Stickers | Keychains

Knit Coasters

W I NG T ' S $ 3/ E A | $ 8/ E A

DE N DOW N TOW N $1 2

Custom Welded Decor

Bird Cage Decor

SOU T H E R N BLOSSOM $15

L I F E I N BLOOM $ 48

Cleansing Mousse | Cell Youth Actif V E L LU M SK I N C A R E $ 32 | $99

Ceramic Candle DOW N TOW N M ERC A N T IL E $28

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Hardshell Luggage F R I E N DLY T R AV E L $75

Truck Bed Liner ST E V E ' S C USTOM SHOP C USTOM QUOT E S

Decorative Lantern L I F E I N BLOOM $ 40

Kid's Bicycle L EGE N DA RY BIC YC L E S $149

Leather Tool Belt C H IC K A SH A LU M BE R $ 59.95

DeWalt Impact Driver Kit

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C H IC K A SH A LU M BE R $155 .95

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Brighton Hoop Earrings H IC K S C LOT H I NG CO $ 82

Hat Pins Set of 4 TA M M I E ' S BL I NG $24

Silver Beaded Necklace

Brighton Gold Necklace H IC K S C LOT H I NG CO $138

Set of Gold Necklaces

TA M M I E ' S BL I NG $1 20

ROSS SE E D CO $24

Oval & Pear Shape Diamond Ring

Naughty & Nice Candy Canes

JAY ' S J E W E L RY $1699

Diamond Round Medallion JAY ' S J E W E L RY $159

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ROC K ISL A N D C A N DY CO $ 3 . 50/ E A

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Palo Santo Candle

Dr Squatch Deodorant | Shampoo | Soap

L I F E I N BLOOM $34

T WO V E T S C LOT H I NG CO $1 2 | $15 | $ 8

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Essential Oils

Bath Bomb

SOON E R N U T R I T ION $10 -1 2/ E A

W I NG T ' S $7.99

Olaplex Shampoo | Mask J DA N I E L L E S A LON $ 30/ E A

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Comfort Colors Chick Sweatshirt W I NG T ' S $ 38 .99

Kickee Dress

New In Red Sweater

HOF F M A N HOUSE $ 39

TA M M I E ' S BL I NG $ 36

Bonnie Baby Dress

Flower Top

HOF F M A N HOUSE $ 32

BR I N K ' S DOW N TOW N $ 39.99

Mudpie Plaid Onesie

Hidden Brand Stripe Top

HOF F M A N HOUSE $21

Kickkee PJ's HOF F M A N HOUSE $ 35

Dusty Pink Sweater TA M M I E ' S BL I NG $34

BR I N K ' S DOW N TOW N $34

Flower Off Shoulder BLU BI R D BOU T IQU E $67.95

Blue B Collection Pink Set BLU BI R D BOU T IQU E $6 4 .95

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Take a Tour through ChristmasTown

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Country Club

Lights Festival of Light Located in Shannon Springs Park

Downtown Chickasha Chickasha Avenue | Choctaw Avenue

Neighborhood Displays Maple Lane Sleepy Hollow The Harbors

University of Science & Arts of Oklahoma

Events

Festival of Light To Do • • • • • • • •

Carriage Rides Camel Rides Ice Skating Ferris Wheel Carousel Food Trucks Santa Photos Petting Zoo

What is it?

• Weekends in December • Santa Shuttle to Festival of Light �-��:��pm • Downtown festivities

• �� year running light display with over four million lights stretched across the city's largest park with a ��� ft lighted Christmas tree.

Christmas Carrol �k

Ways to Enjoy

December at the Depot

• December � • Online registration now open

Lighted Christmas Parade • December � beginning at dark • Takes place down Chickasha Avenue

Wine & Craft Festival • December � • Located at Grady County Fairgrounds • ��+ booths of wine, beer, crafts, home decor, art and more

Cookie Decorating • December �� • Located at Shakespeare Wine Co. • Sign up online in advance

• Ride through on a horse-drawn carriage • Drive through in your car • Walk through • Fly over with Chickasha Wings (call in advance to book flight)

Looking for more?

• • • •

visitchickasha.com oh��magazine.com chickashachamber.com chickasha.org

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Total time 25 mins

Chicken Pesto Sliders a showstopper appetizer

Preparation

Ingredients

Step 1 Preheat oven to 350º. Brush ½ Tbsp of melted butter on the bottom of a 9x13 in baking pan. In a large bowl, mix together shredded chicken and basil pesto. Set aside.

• 2 Tbsp butter

Step 2 Place the 12 dinner rolls on a cutting board and carefully cut off the top half of the rolls without pulling the rolls apart. Place the rolls in the pan and set the top half aside. Brush 1 Tbsp melted butter on the inside of the rolls and sprinkle 1 c shredded cheese on rolls.

• 2 c shredded Mozzarella cheese

Step 3 Dot the sun dried pesto on top of the cheese and spread evenly.

Then spread shredded chicken and basil pesto on top. Scatter remaining cheese and place top of the buns back on.

Step 4 Brush remaining butter on top of the buns. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese and parsley.

Step 5 Bake uncovered for 15-20 mins until tops are golden brown.

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Credit: playdatesparties.com

• 12 pack dinner rolls • 3 c shredded chicken • 5 Tbsp basil pesto • 9 tsp sun dried tomato pesto • 2 tsp grated Parmesan cheese • 2 Tbsp chopped parsley

Credit: purewow.com

Pumpkin Pie with Cinnamon Roll Crust perfect twist on a classic

Preparation

Ingredients

Step 1 On a lightly floured surface, roll pie crust to 1/2 thickness. Mix the butter, sugar, cinnamon and vanilla. Spread the mixture over the entire crust.

Crust • 1 package pie crust • 4 Tbsp melted butter • 1/2 c brown sugar • 2 tsp cinnamon • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Step 2 Roll the crust into a tight spiral. Cut the spiral into 1/2 thick pieces. Roll each piece on a lightly floured surface into a 1/4 inch round.

Step 3 Place the pieces in a pie plate overlapping them slightly and pressing to seal until pan is full. Cut off excess and use the tines of a fork to make indentions around the edge. Chill the crust at least 30 mins before adding filling.

Step 4 In a medium bowl, whisk the pumpkin puree with the evaporated milk, sugar, pumpkin-pie spice, vanilla extract and eggs to combine. Pour the custard into the chilled piecrust.

Pie Filling • 14 oz can pumpkin puree • 14 oz can evaporated milk • 1/2 c sugar • 1 Tbsp pumpkin pie spice • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract • 2 eggs • Whipped cream for serving

Step 5 Place the pie in the oven and bake until the custard is set around the edge but slightly jiggly in the middle, about 50 minutes to 1 hour. If the crust begins to brown too quickly, cover the edge all around with foil.

Serves 10

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GIVE THE GIFT OF

MEMBERSHIP Wrap up wellness and give the gift of membership this holiday season. With a YMCA membership, you’re not just giving a present; you're offering the gift of wellness, fun, and connection. From fitness classes to community events, a YMCA membership spreads joy all year round.

Gift a membership today at ymcaokc.org/join.

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S m al l Tow n S to r i e s T H E H I S T O RY O F C H I C K A S H A' S

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First National Bank

irst National Bank was founded in August of 1892 as Citizen Bank in Chickasha, Indian Territory. The bank was founded by a man named Harley Tuttle who came to Oklahoma from Texas following the cattle business. As wealth from ranching grew, Tuttle established Citizens Bank in a tent! After the Great Depression in 1929, Citizens Bank merged with another bank to become Citizen Farmers National Bank. The bank wouldn't be known as The First National Bank until 1938.

printing national currency. During this time, the bank printed $584,240.

While the bank was known as the Citizens National Bank in the 1900s, the bank assisted in

Continuing throughout the 1940s, the bank focused on health in business and agriculture

Brandt Automatic Cashier, Staats Tray & bank bag

Electric Posting Machine

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The beautiful historic building we know today was erected in April of 1931 on the corner of Chickasha Ave and 3rd Street. Since then, the building has been expanded in 1966, 1999 and 2015.

From the beginning, no matter their name, First National Bank has been focused on local decisions, community enrichment and smallbusiness growth.

which provided a strong foundation for the bank that is seen today. This continued focus has shown to be beneficial to both the bank and community.

By the 1950s, the bank developed a drive-up teller booth to offer curbside service to their customers.

This teller booth literally popped up from the sidewalk with the use of hydraulics. Drive-up tellers became a huge success and now First National Bank offers 36 lanes in total between their multiple locations in Oklahoma.

Before the development of cash registers, First National used the Brandy Automatic Cashier.

This device was used to dispense change by the press of a button. Prior to computers, the Electric Posting Machine was used to provide reports and keep records. Both of these devices can be viewed in the Grady County Historical Society Museum.

The bank went through another name change in 1965 when the bank expanded to offer a fullservice Trust Department. The name expanded to what we know today as First National Bank & Trust Co. Today the bank serves many customers by expertly managing their trust accounts for family properties, mineral interests, farmland and assets of every kind.

As technology continues to grow, First National Bank is constantly adjusting their services while staying true to its core values within the community.

Today the Bank can assist in mortgages and offers online and mobile services.

F U N FA C T

When the bank first opened in 1900, it became a national bank with assets exceeding $174,000. It reached $1 million in assets after steady growth in 1929.

Thank you to Grady County Historical Society and First National Bank & Trust for photos and historical information.

Opening of the new building in 1931

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When looking back at your fondest memories of Chickasha it can send you down memory lane for days. Enjoy these sweet memories from Jacoby Jarnagin.

"I have wonderful memories of Chickasha being a Christmas town. I grew up in and out of Jays' Jewelry helping my dad and the Downtown Association building angels, light displays and also setting up Christmas Parades. When I turned 14, John and Patti Rogstad (Big John's & Funlight Creations) gave me my first job. I started out welding and painting frames, putting the clips on and stringing the lights on the displays for the Festival of Light. I can't remember how many truck loads of t-post and displays we set up, but it was completely worth it as the lights came on and our Christmas town came to life. I am proud that these traditions have grown and now my wife and I get to share them with our children."

- Jacoby Jarnagin

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P E T of the M O N T H

Chaussie

Breed Australian Shepard/Chihuahua Color Brown and white Best Trick Infinite cuddles Favorite Treat Popcorn Lovable Quirk Chaussie loves to play fetch and give cuddles to anyone Owner Haley Pearson If you'd like to submit your pet for pet of the month, send a photo and info to oh18.livelocal@gmail.com.

N O N P R O F I T of the M O N T H

Chickasha Community Theatre The Chickasha Community Theatre's mission is to bring arts to the community through theatrical productions and high class entertainment. They offer a wide variety of plays from family friendly to their special series CCT After Dark which are geared more toward adult audiences.

Conveniently located in historic, downtown Chickasha at 509 W Chickasha Ave, the theatre runs solely on donations and community support.

To support the theatre, visit for an upcoming show, enjoy the snack bar, volunteer to build sets, be part of the production or donate online.

Learn more by visiting chickashatheatre.org

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A GUIDE FOR LIVING LOCAL

NOVEMBER-DECEMBER 2023