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Oklahoma City University School of Law Dean David Holt is congratulated upon his investiture into office by Oklahoma City University Board Chairman Gary Homsey. Holt became the 14th dean of the School of Law.
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Duffner Park transformation project eyes summer completion By Eric Oesch Staff Writer Drivers along Hefner Road near May Avenue have watched as towering playground equipment is being installed and other work projects have Duffner Park looking like a war zone. City officials say the large construction project at one of the most frequented parks in The Village is to be complete this summer.
City parks have been center stage this winter with the completion of the Linear Park in the Civic Area and the massive project to totally transform Duffner Park has the park closed and under construction. Inclement weather earlier this year put a halt to all work at Duffner Park, but recent good weather has allowed contractors to make considerable progress as they work to meet the summer
deadline. Both Duffner Park and Wayne Schooley Park, on the shore of Lake Hefner and Britton Road, are being renovated with funds from the 2022 General Obligation Bonds. The city sold half of the $1.58 million bonds for the Duffner and Wayne Schooler Parks projects. Duffner is the largest and most comprehensive of the park plans. When reopened to the
public this summer, Duffner Park is to feature massive upgrades including extensive landscaping and sidewalks, a soccer field, tennis court backboards and pickle ball court, and three separate but connected play areas with large colorful play apparatuses for children. Each children’s play area is designed for specific age groups. Work on Duffner Park began last June, but the city experienced material supply
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OKC Beautiful to host awards
Leap Year baby celebrates 11! By Rose Lane Editor While Christy Delano has been on this earth nearly 44 years, next Thursday she celebrates her 11th birthday. Christy has the distinction of being born on Leap Day, Feb. 29 so her “birthday” only comes around once every four years. She is the daughter of Ces and the late Dr. Hal Vorse. Ces went into labor on Feb. 27 and on Feb. 29, doctors delivered Christy. Christy’s own
chain issues with much of the playground equipment. “We paused construction at Duffner Park until most of the components we needed arrived last September so the park could still be enjoyed this summer,” said City Manager Dave Slezickey. Slezickey says the park has been designed so, “Parents will be able to watch their children at all three play
Christy Delano blows out the candles on her 10th birthday cake. Christy has the distinction of being a Leap Day baby and celebrates her 11th “birthday” on Feb. 29.
daughter was born on March 11, 2016 — another Leap Year — and she was hoping to
have her on Leap Day, too. “There’s about a one in a billion chance that
a Leap Year baby would have a Leap
OKC Beautiful’s annual Distinguished Service Awards luncheon is an opportunity to recognize individuals and organizations working to improve the beauty and environmental sustainability of Oklahoma City. The individuals and groups being honored represent those in Oklahoma City working to create a more beautiful and sustainable community. This year’s honorees are Hans and Torrey Butzer, Melody Johnson, Solarize OKC, Plaza Walls, Fertile Ground, BancFirst, Sharon Reeves, and JB Schuelein. The Distinguished Service Awards Luncheon is set for March 28, 11:30 a.m., at the Oklahoma City Golf and Country Club. “We look forward to recognizing this outstanding group of honorees for their exemplary efforts, setting a commendable standard in beautification and environmental stewardship and inspiring positive change,” said Lisa Synar, executive director of OKC Beautiful. Tom and Brenda McDaniel, active volunteers in the Oklahoma City area, are serving as the honorary chairmen of the Distinguished Service Awards this year. “Brenda and I are excited to be a part of this year’s event to support OKC Beautiful’s commitment to continue their impactful initiatives for a green and environmentally conscious
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Ballet season promises to be fun and classic with new ‘The Nutcracker’ Oklahoma City Ballet announces its 2024/25 Season, full of family-friendly fun, classic favorites and an exciting new version of “The Nutcracker.“ Oklahoma City Ballet’s season will begin with the fifth annual “Ballet Under the
Stars,” a free community performance held at Scissortail Park on Friday, Sept. 13. Featuring excerpts from classical ballet and modern dance, the evening includes several short works performed by the Ballet’s professional dancers as well as students from the
Oklahoma City Ballet Yvonne Chouteau School. Guests are encouraged to come early to “Ballet Under the Stars” to get a great spot on the lawn and to take part in family-friendly activities starting at 5:30 p.m., including a 6:30 p.m. family dance class.
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Paper’s contribution ‘incredible’ By Darla and Bill Zuhdi Longtime FRIDAY friends OKC FRIDAY Newspaper has a very special spot in the hearts of the Zuhdi family. The incredible contribution FRIDAY has made to the Fridayland community in supporting local businesses, the arts, individuals and families, has allowed our community to grow, not only in commerce, but in human understanding and relationships. Nazih Zuhdi, M.D. and FRIDAY
had a truly unique bond. Dr. Zuhdi’s close relationship with Vicki and Leland Gourley lasted for years. When Dr. Zuhdi was alive, every week we read Mr. Gourley’s published “truisms” or pearls of wisdom. We miss those articles and nuggets he gave us. We have wonderful memories of being with FRIDAY’s founders, Leland and Vicki, and also with OKC FRIDAY’s outstanding Editor Rose Lane and her husband, Bob. See 50, Page 7
Tickets or reservations are not required. Oklahoma City Ballet returns to the Civic Center Music Hall for Jorden Morris’ ”Peter Pan,” Oct. 18-20. Audiences will adore seeing their favorite characters like Tinkerbell, Wendy Darling
and her brothers, Michael and John, fly across the Civic Center stage. There are to be, of course, appearances by Captain Hook, the Lost Boys, Tigerlily and even Nana the dog. See BALLET, Page 14
FRIDAY’s Dogs of the Week This is Roo (left) and June bug (right). Roo loves hopping around the house, and June bug loves excited kisses and playing fetch. When June bug isn't enjoying a sip of her favorite beer, she likes to listen to her Pappa Joshua Adkisson sing and play guitar. Roo loves upside down belly rubs! Email Dog of the Week, Baby of the Week and Cat of the Week submissions to rose@okcfriday.com.
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Crews are working to have improvements to The Village’s Duffner Park completed by summer.
VILLAGE From Page 1 areas from a central location on the splash pad and the playground.” A recent change order has been processed to remove the overhead electric service line and bury it underground. The soccer field is to be in the center of the park and the existing stage is to receive extensive
upgrades and reconfigured to face the north, allowing the soccer field to serve as a congregating area for events using the stage. “Duffner is the largest and most comprehensive of the park plans,” said Slezickey. “When we sell the other half of the bonds this year, these two park projects should be wrapped up and we’ll move on to the other park improvement projects. “We have currently spent around $730,000
of the Parks Projects funding, so we’re about halfway there.” City parks including Meeker, Johnson and Harrison will receive improvements incorporating off-street parking, new play areas and landscaping. The 2.56 square-mile city has nearly 12 acres or roughly 0.73% of its area devoted to city parks. Ward 1, with a 2020 census population of nearly 1,900 residents, is the only one of the city’s five wards without a park. The Village has no city parks south of Britton Road. There has been informal talk of adding an additional city park at the former Johnson Elementary School now called Pre-K Center at Johnson, 1810 Sheffield Road, located south of Britton Road and west of Casady Square in Ward 3.
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Sports Weekly BASKETBALL | CLASS 5A, 6A REGIONALS
Antlers, Panthers host 6A regionals Thanks to strong regular season finishes, both the Deer Creek boys and PC North girls basketball teams hosted Class 6A regionals this week. The Antlers took on Yukon last Thursday in the opener followed by Edmond Santa Fe against Norman Nort. The winners battle at 7:30 p.m. Friday for a regional title, while the losers drop down to play each other in a new regional consolation bracket at 6 p.m.
The consolation winner, then, takes on the loser of the Norman regional final at 6:30 p.m. at Deer Creek. Also on Thursday, the PC North boys ventured down to Lawton where they took on the host Wolverines in a 6A regional. A win advances the Panthers to the title game against the Moore-NW Classen winner at 7:30 p.m. Friday while the losers battle at 6 p.m. in a consolation contest.
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If PC North wins the consolation battle, it would face the Edmond North regional title loser for a spot in the area tournament. Meanwhile, the PC North girls hosted Lawton last Tuesday in 6A regional opener and Norman-Norman North battled in the nightcap. The winners meet this Friday at 3:30 p.m., while the losers face off at 2 p.m. Friday. The winner of the consolation contest advances to meet the PC West regional runner-up at 6 p.m. Saturday. Deer Creek traveled to Yukon on Tuesday for a 6A regional also including Mustang and Lawton Eisenhower. The winners meet this Friday at 3:30 p.m., while the losers face off at 2 p.m. Friday. The winner of the consolation contest advances to meet the Edmond North regional runnerup at 6 p.m. Saturday. KNIGHTS, BEARS COMPETE IN 5A Both the Crossings
Christian and John Marshall boys hit the road Thursday for their 5A regional tournaments. The Knights took on Southeast in the Del City regional nightcap, with the host Eagles and Altus opening the tournament. A win advances Crossings to the title game against the Del City-Altus winner at 7:30 p.m. Friday while the losers battle at 6 p.m. in a consolation contest. The consolation winner, then, advances to face the Carl Albert regional runner-up at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday. The Bears capped the night in a matchup with Elgin at the Carl Albert regional, as the host Titans and Noble played in the opener. The winners meet this Friday at 7:30 p.m., while the losers face off at 6 p.m. Friday. The winner of the consolation contest advances to meet the Del City regional runner-up at 6 p.m. Saturday. Meanwhile, the Crossings Christian
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PC North’s Anthony Leonard skies for a layup against Moore last week. Leonard scored 31 points to lead the Panthers in a 60-54 loss to the Lions.
girls ventured to Lawton for a 5A regional contest against host MacArthur on Tuesday. A win advances the Knights to the regional final against the Shawnee-Santa Fe South winner at 3:30 p.m. Friday while the losers battle at 2 p.m. in a consolation contest. The consolation winner would face the El Reno regional runner-up at 6 p.m. on Saturday.
OTHER RESULTS Antler girls clobber Capitol Hill: The Deer Creek girls cruised to an 84-16 win over Capitol Hill, keyed by three players scoring in double figures. Morgan Massey led the way with 23 points, while Imani Cudjoe had 17 points and Adrian Radinovic had 12 points. Story continued at OKCFRIDAY.com.
WRESTLING ROUNDUP
4 Antlers qualify for state meet With seven athletes making the podium, the Deer Creek wrestling team finished sixth at the Class 6A West regional tournament and advanced to the state tournament this weekend in OKC. PC North also boasted three wrestlers to reach the state tournament set for this Friday and Saturday at State Fair Arena. Nash Neeley and Jace Province led the Antlers with a pair of second-place finishes in the regional tournament at Westmoore.
Neeley suffered a 120 loss to Edmond North’s Madden Skidmore in the 113-pound championship match, while Province was pinned by Hunter Hollingsworth of Edmond North at 138 pounds. Garon Kaiser picked up a consolation trophy at 144 pounds, as did Barrett Weathers at 157 pounds for Deer Creek. PC North’s Markus Stewart also grabbed a third-place victory at 190 pounds over Piedmont’s Jackson Blackburn to make state.
2 CHARGERS, 1 IRISH MAKE STATE Two wrestlers from Heritage Hall and another from McGuinness finished fourth or better at the 5A West regional at Duncan to earn a spot at state. Peyton Park suffered a 5-1 loss to Chickasha’s Colby Longanere to finish second at 132 pounds. Carter Harris picked up third place in the 106-pound division for the Chargers. Story continued at OKCFRIDAY.com.
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SWIMMING ROUNDUP
BASKETBALL | CLASS 3A, 4A REGIONALS
Fridayland quartet earn Irish, Cyclones, Chargers, Rockets advance to regionals gold medals at state Making the most of its first-ever appearance at the OSSAA championships, the Casady boys swimming team finished third and McGuinness took sixth at the Class 5A state meet last weekend. In addition, four other Fridayland athletes earned gold medals at Jenks Schools Aquatic Center. Casady’s Thomas Rudnicki touched the wall just sixth-hundredths second ahead of the field to claim the 50-yard freestyle title and took second in the 100 freestyle for the Cyclones. Maddy Lu kept her unbeaten streak alive in cruising to a nearly 3second win in the 100 breaststroke in 1:04.02, while earning a runnerup trophy in the 200 individual medley (IM). McGuinness’ John Nguyen also medaled in two different events, including a gold medal in the 200 freestyle with a school-record setting time of 1:47.47 and a silver medal-winning 2:05.35 in the 200 IM. Mount St. Mary’s Keegan Lassiter rounded out the group with a gold medal in the 100
butterfly in 54.08 seconds and second place in the 200 freestyle behind Nguyen. Harding Charter Prep’s Kaitlyn Simmons came home with a pair of silver medals in the 200 freestyle and 500 freestyle as teammate Jack Powell took second in the 500 freestyle and fifth in the 200 freestyle. In addition, the Cyclone boys took second in both the 200 and 400 freestyle relays while the Cyclone girls were second in the 200 medley relay. Several other Fridaylanders garnered top-10 finishes including: 50 freestyle – Caroline Olszewski, Casady, 4th; 200 freestyle – Ayden Kerr, Casady, 3rd; 500 freestyle – Ayden Kerr, Casady, 4th; Scarlet Mathis, Harding, 5th; Coraline Harrison, Heritage Hall, 7th; 100 backstroke – Addy Toll, Heritage Hall, 9th; Mason Northup, Casady, 9th; 100 breaststroke – Mason Northup, Casady, 6th; 100 butterfly – Caroline Olszewski, Casady, 3rd; Denzel Chen, Casady, 3rd; Scarlet Mathis, Harding, 8th; 200 IM – Mason Northup, Casady, 7th.
Irish’s Lewis grabs pair of silver medals After dominating the backstroke and butterfly events in recent years, McGuinness’ Macy Lewis settled for a pair of silver medals last weekend at the Class 6A state swimming championships in Jenks. Lewis finished just over a combined 3 seconds off the winning pace to claim runnerup trophies in the 100 butterfly in 56.24 seconds and the 100 backstroke in 55.53 seconds. The Deer Creek boys boasted three swimmers inside the top-10 to place fifth in the team standings and the girls came in seventh. Sam Scorpecci led the way with a fourthplace effort in the 100 breaststroke and seventh in the 50 freestyle, while Cameron Sein finished fifth in the 50 freestyle. Owen McCall collected ninth in the 100 backstroke and 10th in the 100 freestyle for the Antlers. Story continued at OKCFRIDAY.com.
Heritage Hall’s Kalen Sirls swims his leg of the 200-yard freestyle relay at the Class 5A state swimming championships last weekend at the Jenks Schools Aquatic Center. - Photo provided by Katie Johnson
Thanks to capturing district championships last weekend, six Fridayland basketball teams sit just a possible three wins from making the Big House as they competed in regional tournaments starting last Thursday. The McGuinness boys are the only local team in the Class 4A regional winners bracket, as the Irish faced host Bethany on Thursday. With a win, they advance to the regional final against the Bridge Creek-Newcastle winner at 7:30 p.m. Saturday at Bethany. A loss drops them to the consolation round against the Purcell-Harding Fine Arts winner at 2:30 p.m. Friday. In 3A, both Casady and Heritage Hall squads join the Mount St. Mary boys in regional winners bracket contests. The Cyclones took on Holdenville in a Thursday doubleheader at Prague. With a win, either or both teams advance to the regional final at 6 or 7:30 p.m. Saturday against the
Millwood-Bethel winner and a lose drops them to a consolation round on Friday against Pathways-Little Axe winner. The Heritage Hall boys faced host Jones in a regional semifinal, while Mount St. Mary battled host Chandler in the other semifinal. The winners meet at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, while a loss moves the Chargers to face the Morris-Eufaula winner and the Rockets would face Star Spencer on Friday. Meanwhile, the Heritage Hall girls played Jones in a semifinal with the winner facing Eufaula or Morris at 6 p.m. Saturday and the loser facing the Chandler-Mount St. Mary winner at 1 p.m. Friday. In other regional action, the McGuinness girls faced Clinton in a 4A consolation matchup at Bethany. Both Harding Charter Prep squads took on ASTEC Charter in a consolation doubleheader at Douglass. Brackets are available at ossaa.com.
DISTRICT RESULTS Irish trounce Elk City: Jumping out to an early lead, the McGuinness boys cruised to a 65-43 victory at Elk City last Saturday to claim a 4A district title. Cooper Bradley scored a teambest 23 points and Nate Cauthen added 16 points for the Irish (1112). The McGuinness girls took a 59-47 loss to the Elks, behind Victoria Ososanya with 15 points and Kaylee Perkins with 12 points. Cyclones sweep Prague: Both Casady squads pulled off a sweep over Prague in a 3A district doubleheader. The Cyclone boys (13-11) rolled to a 60-46 victory, as Kaden Leache scored 21 points and Bryson Buckingham chipped in 14 points. Three players scored in double figures for the Cyclone girls (9-13) in a 50-45 win. Trinity Boone netted 18 points, followed by Reagan Prestidge with 16 points and Kate Naifeh with 12 points. Story continued at OKCFRIDAY.com.
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CALENDAR CONCERTS March 1 • ABBA Tribute MANIA: The ABBA Tribute returns to America for their 50th Anniversary Tour and arrives at the Tower Theatre stage March 1. Come party, relieve memories and simply feel enter tained with the best music ever. Doors at 6:30 pm, show at 7:30 pm. Visit tow ertheatreokc.com for tickets and details. March 2 • Keith Sweat Keith Sweat is coming to the Paycom Center with the Make it Last Forever 35th Anniver sary Tour along with SWV and Pretty Ricky. Visit paycomcenter. com for tickets and details. March 14 • Canterbury Voices Canterbury Voices, Oklahoma City’s pre mier symphony cho rus, is excited to announce an early St. Patrick’s Day concert, joined by guests from the OKC Philharmon ic, Baritone Nick Stop pel and The Irish Breakfast Club Band. This unique musical celebration is at the Civic Center Music Hall, promising an evening filled with beautiful choral music, traditional Irish tunes and enchanting timeless melodies. Tickets available online at CanterburyOKC.com
March 1 • Paseo First Friday Every first Friday of the month, the Paseo Arts District hosts First Friday Gallery Walk. This monthly event provides visitors with new artwork, live entertainment and great food, all within walking distance. For March, the Paseo Arts Association will open three new exhibitions at the Paseo Arts and Cre ativity Center. These shows include Cather ine Chapman in Gallery I, The March Show in Gallery II and Because I Can in Gallery III. These shows will open with a reception on March 1, during First Friday, from 69pm at 3024 Paseo. and at the Civic Cen ter Music Hall box office.
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July 26 • Janet Jackson The legendary Janet Jackson is bringing her Together Again 2024 Tour to the Paycom Center with special guest Nelly. Purchase tickets at paycomcen ter.com.
THIS WEEKEND
ACCOLADES March 22 • Founders Day 2024 Founders Day offers an opportunity to uplift and commemo rate individuals who champion accessible artistic experiences. This year's honorees — Robert and Sody Clements, Rand and Jeanette Elliott, Laura Warriner and Jabee Williams — are a big part of the reason its mission and vision for OKC and beyond is a possibility, allowing Oklahoma Contempo rary to encourage cre ative curiosity and cel ebrate contemporary art in all of its forms.
Through March 17 • World of Orchids This exclusive exhibit will showcase a vast array of orchid vari eties, each with its own unique story. Orchid enthusiasts and those seeking a serene retreat will find solace and wonder amidst Myriad Garden’s ver dant splendor—the perfect destination to engage the senses and fuel the imagination. Daily, 9 am to 5 pm and Sunday, 11 am to 5 pm.
OKC THUNDER HOME GAMES
Paycom Center 100 West Reno Ave. Friday, Feb. 23 • Washington Wizards 7:00 pm Tuesday, Feb. 27 • Houston Rockets 9:00 pm Friday, Mar. 8 • Miami Heat 7:00 pm
Send calendar events to jennifer@okcfriday.com Paycom Center Events/Shows: Fall Out Boy Mar. 11 Katt Williams Mar. 15 Drake *NEW DATES* Mar. 18 & 19 AJR May 4 Nicki Minaj May 13 Zach Bryan May 17 & 18
Janet Jackson Olivia Rodrigo Luke Bryan Civic Center Music Hall: Wicked Disney Princess Chicago The Musical
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wisters, the $200 million movie that was filmed on location in Oklahoma last year, released its first trailer during the Super Bowl. It looks amazing. The two-minute trailer, now available on YouTube, presents Twisters as a high octane, wind-whipped action thriller with dazzling special effects and a star-making turn from leading man Glen Powell. Coming out in late July, Twisters is destined to launch Oklahoma back into the pop culture stratosphere all summer long. Glen Powell has been working his way up to the Hollywood upper echelon over the past decade. His big break came in 2015 on the Fox comedy-horror series Scream Queens, followed by playing astronaut John Glenn in the Oscar-nominated drama Hidden Figures, Hangman in Top Gun: Maverick, and most recently Ben in the surprise box office smash Anyone But You, a romantic comedy that came out quietly in December of 2023, but hung on in theaters to earn $189 million. Powell is primed for global superstardom, and this role in Twisters seems poised to get him there. Powell’s co-star in Twisters is Daisy Edgar-Jones, a British actress with Golden Globe and BAFTA nominations for her telHarry Potter In Concert Bernadette Peters OKC Ballet Shorts Mamma Mia! Mary Poppins Jersey Boys Cinderella
evision work on the series Normal People and Under the Banner of Heaven. Her breakout film role in Where the Crawdad’s Sing led to starring roles in both Twisters and Beautiful, a new film based on the Tony-winning musical about Carole King. Twisters is directed by Lee Isaac Chung, the Oscar-nominated writer/director who filmed the beautiful immigrant’s tale Minari in Broken Arrow, Skiatook, and Tulsa, Okla. The new screenplay is written by Mark L. Smith, who co-wrote the screenplay to Alejandro G. Iñárritu’s Oscar winning drama, The Revenant. The original Twister, released in 1996, told the story of an amateur group of storm chasers trying to deploy a new research instrument during a severe tornado outbreak in Oklahoma. The movie starred Oscar winner Helen Hunt and Bill Paxton as a couple on the verge of divorce, and Oscar winner Phillip Seymour Hoffman as a fellow storm chaser. The film was produced by Steven Spielberg and Kathleen Kennedy, co-written
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by Jurassic Park scribe Michael Crichton, and directed by Dutch filmmaker Jan de Pont, who had just directed the smash hit Speed. The original Twister was the most successful movie ever filmed in Oklahoma, taking in $495 million at the global box office. Twister was also the first film ever released on DVD. Kathleen Kennedy is the only headliner returning for the sequel. Kennedy produced E.T., the ExtraTerrestrial and Jurassic Park, founded Amblin Entertainment with Spielberg and her husband Frank Marshall, and became President of LucasFilm, overseeing the Star Wars franchise, when Disney purchased them for $4.2 billion in 2012. She and her husband are producing the Twister sequel through Amblin Entertainment alongside Universal Studios and Warner Brothers. Twisters was filmed on location in Oklahoma, taking over six soundstages at Prairie Surf Studios and providing hundreds of jobs for local filmmakers and actors. The Hollywood strike, which shut down the industry for 118 days, delayed the shoot throughout the fall. But the production returned to Oklahoma and completed the blockbuster in plenty of time for its release this July.
Other Events/Shows/Awards: Curious World of Orchids Feb.16Mar. 17 Peter and the Starcatcher Feb.29Mar. 3 Craig Ferguson March 8 & 9 Ballet Ball April 6 Heart of Gold ` April 6 Angels & Friends April 24
MOMENTUM 2024 celebrates young artistic innovation and talent The Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition (OVAC) announces “MOMENTUM 2024,” a dynamic exhibition shining a spotlight on the innovative talent of young artists. Taking place on April 5 and 6 at the historic Yale Theater in Oklahoma City, MOMENTUM will illuminate the creativity of visual artists ages 30 and under from across Oklahoma, providing a captivating glimpse into the state’s vibrant and diverse art scene. MOMENTUM promises a unique two-day experience for art enthusiasts, featuring an engaging exhibition, live entertainment, a cash bar, curator and artist talks, and an exclusive opportunity to acquire unique pieces by local artists.
Rebecca Kinslow, Executive Director of OVAC, underscores the significance of MOMENTUM in providing a vital platform for young artists to create, showcase, and sell their artwork. ”MOMENTUM serves as a transformative opportunity for artists, fostering connections between creators and new audiences while advancing their artistic careers,” says Kinslow. The event will feature curated works by thirty-nine General Survey Artists from various visual media, including drawing, painting, film, sculpture and more. Additionally, MOMENTUM will feature three Spotlight Artists, supported by OVAC through curatorial guidance and a $1,000 honorarium to create a new
body of work. The Spotlight Artists will debut their creations during the event and participate in a group Artist Talk led by Guest Curator Lindsay Aveilhé and Emerging Curator Allison Ward. The full lineup of Spotlight Artists includes: Bayleigh Fields, a twenty-one-yearold Cherokee artist, presents “Echos of Youth,” a collection of vibrant adult bedrooms juxtaposed with nods to the early 2000s, exploring themes of childhood, adulthood, morbidity, death and identity. Erin Owen, an ecofeminist sculptor and printmaker, invites contemplation on the interplay between latestage capitalism and environmental
degradation through the fusion of childhood board games and contemporary issues. Kendall Ross, a fiber artist from Oklahoma City, challenges perceptions of femininity and vulnerability associated with craft through her project “Girly Things,” exploring gender dynamics and power structures. Guest Curator - Lindsay Aveilhé: A Tulsa-based curator and art historian who has curated projects internationally. Emerging Curator - Allison Ward: A multidisciplinary artist, co-founder, and chief executive officer of Art House Tulsa. For more information visit ovacok.org.
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Year baby,” Christy said. “But, there’s From Page 1 always a chance.” On off-Leap Day years, Christy said she celebrates on Feb. 28. Her grandmother always says, however, she should mark the occasion on March 1. “No one actually understands it,” Christy said. “I have never actually met someone else with a Feb. 29 birthday.” It does come with some challenges. For instance, when ordering online, the computer sometimes won’t allow her to select her actual birthday. “Facebook didn’t give me a birthday until five years ago,” Christy said. Her daughter, 8, who didn’t make her debut on Leap Day, is obsessed with it. “She tells people ‘my mom’s 10!,’” Christy said.
Leading up to the big day of Christy’s 11th birthday, her coworkers have been leaving her little gifts. They started on Feb. 1. “I don’t know who’s doing it,” she said. Four years ago, her husband, Craig, threw her an
“amazing” party, she said. This year, Christy said some friends are going on a getaway with them. It definitely makes Christy unique, and she said she’d “take that.” “I love it, it’s kind of cool,” she said.
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Zuhdi, Rose and Bob, Vicki and Leland, and other concert goers from Oklahoma. Darla won’t ever forget how Leland, in his 90s, was still up and enjoying the after-after party when a tired Darla had to go to sleep. We also appreciated the FRIDAY newspaper in its outstanding support of Noah in
his quest to win the WBU world boxing title. Throughout the years, the FRIDAY paper has been very supportive of all of the members of the Zuhdi family, including Nazette, Zack, Noah, Omar, Darla and Bill, and from the bottom of our hearts, we thank you. Here’s to 50 more!
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community,” said Honorary Chair of the event, Tom McDaniel. Receiving the Mayor’s Award are Hans and Torrey Butzer for their visionary architectural designs that have shaped many of Oklahoma City’s landmarks and buildings. Designs of note include the Oklahoma City National Memorial, Skydance Bridge, SLIVR Coworking Space, Scissortail Park Pavilions, as well as several works internationally. Receiving the President’s Special Recognition Award is Solarize OKC, an initiative championed by the City of Oklahoma City Sustainability Office and involving numerous stakeholder groups. This program was a crowdsource campaign to make solar infrastructure more accessible to residents and businesses through bulk purchasing. At the time the campaign concluded, it was the largest solar crowdsource campaign, with 1,472 kW of new clean energy capacity and 152 contracts signed to add solar projects in the community. BancFirst is the recipient of the Aubrey
Christy and Craig Delano. Christy is looking forward to celebrating her 11th birthday next Thursday, Feb. 29.
McClendon Corporate Award. They are being recognized for their revitalization of the BancFirst tower, an inside and outside transformation of the 36-floor office tower originally constructed in 1971, changing the image of the Oklahoma City skyline. Melody Johnson is being recognized with the Pendleton Woods Lifetime Achievement Award for her decadeslong career at the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT), where she serves as Beautification Coordinator. Johnson has been an ODOT staff member for more than 50 years and runs multiple beautification programs including the highway wildflower disbursement, litter abatement, and the annual trash poster contest. JB Schulein and Sharon Reeves are sharing recognition for the Volunteer Spirit Award. Schuelein is a resident and volunteer of the Mesta Park neighborhood and has
organized volunteer groups for decades to help care for Mesta Park. His efforts have included art installations, landscape improvements, and more. Sharon Reeves is a long-time Crown Heights resident and has dedicated much of her time to caring for Crown Heights Park and the medians throughout the neighborhood. Receiving the Community Spirit award is the Plaza Walls, a program of the Oklahoma Mural Syndicate. The Plaza Walls is an outdoor mural gallery, rotating new murals each year. Located in the Plaza District, this project brings together dozens of muralists each year to add their creativity to walls throughout the Plaza District. The Visionary Award recipient is Fertile Ground, for their more than 12 years as a composting and recycling cooperative in Oklahoma City. Their services keep sustainability centered, with
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DIVORCE (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, February 23, 2024; Friday, March 1, 2024; Friday, March 8, 2024) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA Case No. FD-2024-118 In Re the Marriage of: ) Bililain Brown, ) Petitioner, ) and ) Danny Wayne Brown Jr, ) Respondent. ) NOTICE BY PUBLICATION THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA TO: Danny Wayne Brown Jr You are hereby notified that the Petitioner has sued you for Dissolution of Marriage. You must answer the Petition on or before the 29 day of March, 2024, or the Petition will be taken as true and a divorce and other relief sought will be granted to the Petitioner. WITNESS MY HAND AND SEAL this 13 day of February, 2024. RICK WARREN, Court Clerk By /s/Jamie Houston DEPUTY CLERK (SEAL)
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NOTICE OF HEARING FOR DISTRIBUTION AND FINAL ACCOUNT Notice is hereby given to all persons interested in the Estate of Esther Oldland, deceased, that on the 6 day of February, 2024, the Personal Representatives, filed with said Court a Petition seeking distribution of said Estate. Pursuant to an Order of said Court made on the 16 day of February, 2024 notice is hereby given that on the 11 day of March, 2024 at the hour of 9:00 am o’clock am of said day has been appointed as the time for hearing said Petition for Distribution at the District Court Room at the Oklahoma County Courthouse in the City of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, State of Oklahoma when and where all persons interested may appear and contest the same. And testimony whereof, I have hereunto set my hand and the seal of said Court this ___ day of February, 2024. THOMAS C. RIESEN Oklahoma County District Court Judge RICK WARREN, Court Clerk By:/s/Jamie Houston (SEAL)
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NOTICE OF HEARING ON CHANGE ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME TO: All interested parties. Take notice that Xavior Craig Brown has petitioned to change his/her name to Zekabeth TiJon Brown. A Hearing on said petition is set for 1:30 o’clock P.M. on the 20 day of March, 2024, before Judge Mai at in his/her courtroom in the Oklahoma County Courthouse. Should you know of some reason why this change of name should not be allowed you must file a written protest in the above styled and numbered cause prior to the above date with the Clerk of this Court.
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NOTICE OF HEARING ON CHANGE ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME TO: All interested parties. Take notice that Jessica Crabtree has petitioned to change his/her name to Michael Jeymes Nickolas Campbell. A Hearing on said petition is set for 2:30 o’clock P.M. on the 19 day of March, 2024, before Judge Bonner at 2:30 o’clock in courtroom 304 at the Oklahoma County Courthouse. Should you know of some reason why this change of name should not be allowed you must file a written protest in the above styled and numbered cause prior to the above date with the Clerk of this Court. Should you fail to do so, the petition for change of name will be granted as prayed. RICK WARREN, Court Clerk /s/Jamie Houston By: DEPUTY (SEAL)
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755-3311 ALCOHOL BEVERAGE LICENSE (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, February 16, 2024; Friday, February 23, 2024) OKLAHOMA ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LAWS ENFORCEMENT COMMISSION NOTICE OF INTENTION TO APPLY FOR AN ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE In accordance with Title 37, Section 522 and Title 37A, Section 2-141 Van Nguyen Bryant Food Mart LLC 1715 N Bryant Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73121, an LLC hereby publishes notice of their intention to apply within sixty days from this date to the Oklahoma Alcoholic Beverage Laws Enforcement Commission for a Retail Beer License under authority of and in compliance with the said Act: That they intend(s), if granted such license to operate as a Retail Beer establishment with business premises located at 1715 N Bryant Ave in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, under the business name of Van Nguyen Bryant Food Mart LLC. Dated this 12 day of February, 2024. /s/Van Nguyen County of Oklahoma, State of Oklahoma. Before me, the undersigned notary public, personally appeared: Van Nguyen to me known to be the person(s) described in and who executed the foregoing application and acknowledged that she executed the same as her free act and deed. /s/Henry T Pham, Notary Public (SEAL) State of Oklahoma #16000385 My commission expires 01/13/2028
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OKLAHOMA ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LAWS ENFORCEMENT COMMISSION NOTICE OF INTENTION TO APPLY FOR AN ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE In accordance with Title 37, Section 522 and Title 37A, Section 2-141 Five Star Fuel & Foods, LLC 2901 NW 10th St. Okla. City, OK 73107, an LLC hereby publishes notice of its intention to apply within sixty days from this date to the Oklahoma Alcoholic Beverage Laws Enforcement Commission for a Retail Beer License under authority of and in compliance with the said Act: That it intend(s), if granted such license to operate as a Retail Beer establishment with business premises located at 2901 NW 10th St. in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, under the business name of North May Discount Tobacco & Foods.
Case No:CV-2024-331 Cesar Ramirez being duly sworn according to law, says that he is the Plaintiff or the Attorney for the above named Plaintiff and that on the 7 day of February, 2024, said Plaintiff filed in said District Court of Oklahoma County, State of Oklahoma, a petition against said Defendant, _______. Affiant states that this action is one wherein service by publication is authorized by the laws of this State and is brought for: Change of Name.
Dated this 9 day of February, 2024. /s/Thrivikram N Lekkala County of Collin, State of Texas. Before me, the undersigned notary public, personally appeared: Thrivikram N. Lekkala to me known to be the person(s) described in and who executed the foregoing application and acknowledged that he executed the same as his free act and deed. /s/Devendra K. Patchala, Notary Public (SEAL) State of Texas #130113875 My commission expires 02/11/2027
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(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, February 23, 2024; Friday, March 1, 2024) OKLAHOMA ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LAWS ENFORCEMENT COMMISSION NOTICE OF INTENTION TO APPLY FOR AN ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE
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In accordance with Title 37, Section 522 and Title 37A, Section 2-141 Himesh Patel, 14108 Arapaho Rd, Edmond, OK 73013, an individual hereby publishes notice of his intention to apply within sixty days from this date to the Oklahoma Alcoholic Beverage Laws Enforcement Commission for a Mixed Beverage License under authority of and in compliance with the said Act: That he intend(s), if granted such license to operate as a Mixed Beverage establishment with business premises located at 100 N. Broadway in Edmond, Oklahoma, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, under the business name of Hammer and Nails. Dated this 19 day of February, 2024. /s/Himesh Patel County of Oklahoma, State of Oklahoma. Before me, the undersigned notary public, personally appeared: Himesh Patel to me known to be the person(s) described in and who executed the foregoing application and acknowledged that he executed the same as his free act and deed. /s/Jennifer Clark, Notary Public (SEAL) State of Oklahoma #13007871 My commission expires 08/27/2025
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BOCC MINUTES AND PROCEEDINGS (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, February 23, 2024) 02-05-2024 BOCC Minutes Monday February 5 2024 Board of County Commissioners Call to Order Roll Call Present: 3 - County Commissioner Brian Maughan County Commissioner Carrie Blumert and County Commissioner Myles Davidson Notice of the meeting was properly posted on February 2 2024. For purposes of this agenda “Action” means any of the following: amending approving approving as amended deferring denying giving instructions to staff making a recommendation to another public body receiving documents or presentations referring to committee reconsidering re-opening returning or striking the item. Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commissioner Maughan. Brian Approval of Minutes Discussion and possible action regarding the minutes of the meeting held on January 31 2024 prepared by the County Clerk as authorized by statute 19 O.S. §243 244 and 445 subject to additions or corrections by the Board of County Commissioners. Blumert moved Davidson seconded to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan Blumert and Davidson Recurring Agenda Items: Discussion and possible action regarding all claims list is attached and available for inspection in the office of the County Clerk Room 201. Blumert moved Davidson seconded to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan Blumert and Davidson Discussion and possible action regarding Resolution No. 2024-0422 for Blanket Purchase Orders as submitted by each department list available for inspection in the office of the County Clerk Room 201. Blumert moved Davidson seconded to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan Blumert and Davidson Consent Agenda Items on the consent agenda are routine in nature and approved with a single vote. However any item on the consent agenda is subject to individual consideration at the request of a member of the body. The following items are Consent Items and are routine in nature: Blumert moved Davidson seconded to approve the consent agenda. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan Blumert and Davidson Cancel check # 110015261 in the amount of $634.86 issued to Lowe’s Companies Inc. dated 10-2-23. Reissue on 2-5-24. Discussion and possible action regarding Workers’ Compensation claim payments from Consolidated Benefits Resources in the amount of $3 047.36 for the period of 01/30/2024. Item requested by Karen Kint Director of HR & Safety. Litigation: Case No. 2360043 Bankruptcy Case No. CJ-2024-405 Proof of Service Assessor’s Revolving Fee Account 8101 Discussion and possible action regarding Tin Horn Installation in District 2 for Prophet. This item is in compliance with Resolution No. 2020-5733. Requested by Stacey Trumbo PE County Engineer. Discussion and possible action regarding Tin Horn Installation in District 1 for Abundant Life Church. This item is in compliance with Resolution No. 2020-5733. Requested by Stacey Trumbo PE County Engineer. Discussion and possible action regarding Employee Benefit Warrant No. 857093 through 857728 for Oklahoma County in the amount of $394 339.66 pending notification of encumbrance to Megan Tejeda Oklahoma County Treasurer’s Office. End of Consent Docket Departmental Items District No. 1 Discussion and possible action regarding the policies processes procedures staffing and/or status report related to the oversight and administration of the BOCC Information and Technology Department. Requested by Commissioner Carrie Blumert. direct dayne to post internally the job app for operations manager of BOCC IT dept. Blumert moved Davidson seconded to direct Dayne Coffee to post internally the job application for Operations Manager of the BOCC IT department. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan Blumert and Davidson Court Services Discussion and possible action regarding a Lease and Maintenance contract with Standley Systems for a Savin IM C2510 copier from February 1 2024 and ending June 30 2024. This machine will be located at the Juvenile Justice Center as part of the Court Services office relocation. Requisition No. 12404619 has been issued in the amount not to exceed $657.85 for the lease and Requisition No. 12404620 for maintenance in the amount not to exceed $362.25 from the Court Services fund 12603010. Requested by Court Services Director Grant Billingsley and approved as to form and legality by Assistant District Attorney Aaron Etherington. Davidson moved Blumert seconded to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan Blumert and Davidson Engineering Discussion and possible action regarding approval of the Amendment to the Agreement for Services between Meshek & Associates LLC and the Board of County Commissioners to include the additional survey work described in Attachment “A”. The County agrees to pay an additional Five Thousand Seven Hundred and Fifty Four and no/100 $5 754.00 for the additional services. Requested by Stacey Trumbo PE County Engineer and approved as to form and legality by Aaron Etherington Assistant District Attorney. Blumert moved Davidson seconded to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan Blumert and Davidson Planning Commission Discussion and possible action regarding Resolution No. 2024-0296 to amend or not to amend the zoning as provided in Title 19 O.S. §868.16 on a tract of land from R-2 - Rural Residential District to I - Industrial District Z-2023-08. The Oklahoma County Planning Commission has recommended denial during a public meeting on January 18 2024. The applicant proposes to change the zoning to develop a Landscape and Contractor Material Storage Yard. Written protests against the amendment signed and acknowledged by the owners of twenty percent 20% of the frontage within one thousand 1 000 feet to the right or left of the frontage proposed to be changed were filed with the County Planning Commission. This amendment may not be passed except by the favorable vote of all members of the Board of County Commissioners. The area to be rezoned encompasses approximately 3.11 acres. The property is located at the northeast corner of Hardin Dr. and SE 29th St. County Highway District #2. Requested by Erik Brandt Principal Planner and approved as to form and legality by Lisa Endres Assistant District Attorney. deny Blumert moved Davidson seconded to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 Maughan Blumert and Davidson Discussion and possible action to approve Resolution No. 2024-0302 to amend or not to amend the zoning as provided in Title 19 O.S. §868.16 on tracts of land from R-2 - Rural Residential District to Planned Unit Development PUD-2023-09. The Planned Unit Development will allow the applicant to develop the property for commercial and light industrial uses on approximately 11.17 acres. The Oklahoma County Planning Commission has recommended approval during a public meeting on January 18 2024. The tracts of land are located on the southeast corner of the intersection of Sooner Rd. and Waterloo Rd. County Highway District #3. Requested by Erik Brandt Principal Planner and approved as to form and legality by Aaron Etherington Assistant District Attorney. Kaitlin Turner was called to speak Davidson moved Blumert seconded to approve. Kaitlin Turner was called to speak The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan Blumert and Davidson Discussion and possible action to approve Resolution No. 2024-0304 to amend or not to amend the zoning as provided in Title 19 O.S. §868.16 on a tracts of land from R-2 - Rural Residential District to C-H - Commercial - Highway Z-2023-11. The applicant is changing the zoning to continue to utilize the property for the use of a tire shop and retail fireworks. The Oklahoma County Planning Commission has recommended approval during a public meeting on January 18 2024. The tract of land is located on the northwest corner of the intersection of Harrah Rd. and SE 44th St. and consists of 1.15 acres County Highway District #2. Requested by Erik Brandt Principal Planner and approved as to form and legality by Aaron Etherington Assistant District Attorney. Maughan moved Davidson seconded to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan Blumert and Davidson Commissioners Comments/General Remarks: No New Business Recess into executive session 905 Blumert moved Davidson seconded to recess at 9:05 a.m. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan Blumert and Davidson Recess into executive session 1036 Blumert moved Davidson seconded to recess at 10:36 a.m. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan Blumert and Davidson To enter into Executive Session pursuant to O.S. 307 B 1 to discuss the employment appointment and/or promotion of Dayne Coffey CO- IT Director. Requested by the Board of County Commissioners To enter into executive session pursuant to 25 O.S. § 307 B 4 to engage in confidential communications between the public body and its attorney concerning a pending investigation claim or action in Chapman v. Johnson et al. CIV-20-825-D and where on advice of its attorney the board has determined that disclosure will seriously impair the ability of the public body to process the claim or conduct a pending investigation litigation or proceeding in the public interest. Requested by Carrie Blumert Commissioner. To enter into executive session pursuant to 25 O.S. § 307 B 4 to engage in confidential communications between the public body and its attorney concerning a pending investigation claim or action in Willis v. Johnson et al. CIV-
18-323-D and where on advice of its attorney the board has determined that disclosure will seriously impair the ability of the public body to process the claim or conduct a pending investigation litigation or proceeding in the public interest. Requested by Carrie Blumert Commissioner. Return from executive session 925 Blumert moved Davidson seconded to return at 9:25 a.m. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan Blumert and Davidson Return from executive session 1103 Davidson moved Blumert seconded to return at 11:03 a.m. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan Blumert and Davidson Action pursuant to O.S. 307 B 1 regarding the employment appointment and/or promotion of Dayne Coffey CO- IT Director. Requested by the Board of County Commissioners promote dayne to IT directro Blumert moved Davidson seconded to promote Dayne Coffee to IT Director. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan Blumert and Davidson Action regarding confidential communications between the public body and its attorney concerning a pending investigation claim or action in Chapman v. Johnson et al. CIV-20-825-D and where on advice of its attorney the board has determined that disclosure will seriously impair the ability of the public body to process the claim or conduct a pending investigation litigation or proceeding in the public interest. Requested by Carrie Blumert Commissioner. proceed as disc Blumert moved Davidson seconded to proceed as discussed. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan Blumert and Davidson Action regarding confidential communications between the public body and its attorney concerning a pending investigation claim or action in Willis v. Johnson et al. CIV-18-323-D and where on advice of its attorney the board has determined that disclosure will seriously impair the ability of the public body to process the claim or conduct a pending investigation litigation or proceeding in the public interest. Requested by Carrie Blumert Commissioner. appoint myles to attend settlemetn con Blumert moved Davidson seconded to appoint Myles Davidson to attend settlement conference on this matter with a date pending. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan Blumert and Davidson Citizen Participation: Sandy Hightower was called to speak Michelle Wiggs was called to speak Gina Standridge was called to speak Jim Hightower was called to speak Albert Austin was called to speak Floyd Brown was called to speak Tyena Flowers was called to speak Pat Watkins was called to speak Jayden Mann was called to speak Dr Kevin Hill was called to speak Walter Jacques was called to speak Jillian Craig was called to speak Jhaden Anglin was called to speak Lori Hamel was called to speak Sandy Hightower was called to speak Michelle Wiggs was called to speak Gina Standridge was called to speak Jim Hightower was called to speak Albert Austin was called to speak Floyd Brown was called to speak Tyena Flowers was called to speak Pat Watkins was called to speak Jayden Mann was called to speak Dr Kevin Hill was called to speak Walter Jacques was called to speak Jillian Craig was called to speak Jhaden Anglin was called to speak Lori Hamel was called to speak Adjourn 1106 Blumert moved Davidson seconded to adjourn at 11:06 a.m. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan Blumert and Davidson
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Locally-owned Business Directory Debbie South RE/MAX Preferred 9520 N. May, Suite 110 Oklahoma City, OK 73120 Office: (405) 751-4848 debbiesouth.com
Nancy Farha’s 9205 N. Pennsylvania Casady Square The Village, OK 73120 (405) 775-0404 nancyfarha.com
Full Circle Bookstore 1900 NW Expressway Oklahoma City, OK 73118 (405) 842-2900 (800) 683-READ
23rd Street Antiques 3023 NW 23rd. (405) 947-3800 Oklahoma City, OK 73107 Antiques23.com
Junior’s Supper Club 2601 NW Expressway Oil Center Building (405) 848-5597 juniorsokc.com
Coyle Law Firm 125 Park Ave. No.100 Oklahoma City, OK 73102 (405) 583-3909 coylelaw.com
Boutique One 6478 Avondale Dr. Nichols Hill Plaza (405) 888-9822 boutiqueone.store
Gulfport Seafood Market 8016 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 848-3468 Gulfportseafoods.com
The Learning Tree 7638 N. Western Wilshire Village (405) 848-1415 learningtreeokc.com
Moorman's Distinctive Carpets and Area Rugs 3835 NW 63rd St. Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 848-4888 moormanscarpetsoklahoma city.com
Carwin’s Shave Shop 6411 Avondale Dr. Nichols Hills Plaza (405) 607-1197 carwinsshaveshop.com Winter House 6411 Avondale Dr. Nichols Hills Plaza (405) 607-1199 winterhouseinteriors.com International Wigs 4429 NW 10th St, . Oklahoma City, OK 73107 (405) 943-1233
Naifeh Fine Jewelry 6471 Avondale Dr,. Nichols Hills, OK 73116 (405) 607-4323 Naifehfinejewelry.com Retirement Investment Advisors 2925 United Founders Blvd. Oklahoma City, OK 73112 (405) 842-3443 theretirementpath.com
Thrifty Pharmacy 10904 N. May Ave. L Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 751-2852 230 S. Santa Fe Ave. Edmond OK 73003 thriftypharmacyedmond. com BancFirst 6200 Waterford Blvd Oklahoma City, OK 73118 (405) 270-1622 Bancfirst.bank First National Bank of Oklahoma 10900 Hefner Pointe Dr., No. 300 Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 848-2001 fnbok.com La Baguette Bistro 7408 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 840-3047 labaguettebistro.com CK & Co. 6429 Avondale Dr. Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 843-7636 ckandcompany.com Quail Creek Bank 12201 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 755-1000 quailcreek.bank Covenant Brothers 5900 Mosteller Dr. No. 7 Oklahoma City, OK 73112 (405) 842-4671 covbros.com
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First Source Real Estate Residential Sales 12020 N. Penn Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 236-4747
Cindi Shelby, Stylist Lela Rose & Pearl by Lela Rose 333 W. Wilshire Blvd., Ste. F Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 830-1138
Michael Biddinger Real Estate Commercial Sales, Management 12020 N. Penn Ave. OKC, OK 73120 (405) 236-4747
Laura Lynn’s Homecare 9801 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 418-2691 lauralynnshomecare.com
The Adult Clinic at Hearts for Hearing 11500 N. Portland Ave. OKC, OK 73120 (405) 548-4335
Uptown Grocery 9515 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 242-6080 1230 W. Covell Edmond, OK 73003 (405) 509-2700
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Christian Science Reading Room 6490 Avondale Drive (Nichols Hills Plaza North) Nichols Hills, OK 73116 405 843-5334 christianscienceokc.org Steam It Klean It LLC Carpet Cleaning PO Box 20232 Oklahoma City, OK 73156 (405) 602-4960 Steamitkleanit@gmail.com Krista Anne’s Boutique 7602 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 310-5500 Norma Harris Harris Realty Company 13800 Quail Pointe Dr. Oklahoma City, OK 73134 (405) 740-0123
Paul Seikel Pearls Oyster Bar 5641 N. Classen Blvd. Oklahoma City, OK 73118 (405) 848-8008 www.pearlsokc.com
Chelle Greene Real Estate RE/MAX First 1000 W. Wilshire, Ste. 428 Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 818-91931 Chellegreene.com
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Everyone’s favorite cat comes to mischievous life in this theatrical adaptation of the Dr. Seuss classic. From the moment his tall, red-and-whitestriped hat appears around the door, Sally and her brother know that The Cat in the Hat is the funniest, most mischievous cat that they have ever met. He turns a rainy afternoon into an amazing adventure… but what will mum find when she gets home…? Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is performed by Oklahoma Children’s Theatre, Feb. 23 – Apr. 7, 2501 N. Blackwelder. Get tickets at oklahomachildrenstheatre. org.
The Women By Kristin Hannah Having written some 23 successful novels, among which are The Nightingale and The Great Alone, Kristin Hannah, one of America’s favorite authors, has now written a novel that would describe the USA as a divided nation during the ‘60s. Just when readers think they have read every war book written about wars fought by America in its history, Hannah is giving us a story of the hated Vietnam War through the eyes of a twenty-year-old female veteran, Frank
CITY OF NICHOLS HILLS (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, February 23, 2024)
ORDINANCE NO. 1242 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 50-372 OF THE NICHOLS HILLS CITY CODE REGARDING SECTION CUT REQUIREMENTS FOR BUILDING COMMISSION CERTIFICATE OF APPROVAL APPLICATIONS; REPEALING ALL CONFLICTING ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. EMERGENCY ORDINANCE
“Frankie” McGrath, who joins the Army Nurse Corps in 1965. The book opens at the grand farewell party for Finley McGrath, Frankie’s brother, who is shipping out for Vietnam and by so doing has already become a naval hero in her Southern California home state. She and Finley have been close siblings born with all the privileges that money can buy. Frankie thinks she should follow him to Vietnam, but she finds no place in her brother’s plan because there is nothing for women at that time. She researches and finds that nursing is the only service open to her, and she is determined to follow her brother, so she joins the nursing corps of the army.
Applications for Certificates of Approval shall be filed with the City on forms provided by the City Clerk. Two originals and a digital version of the application and all required documents must be submitted. Applications must be certified by the owner(s) of the property. The following attachments (the details for which are stated in the application form), and all other information required by the application form, must accompany the application. ***** Application attachments for construction of Main Buildings, Secondary Buildings, and Additions. In addition to the attachments required by subsection (a), for construction of a new Main Building or Secondary Building, or construction of an Addition, the following are required: *****
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NICHOLS HILLS, OKLAHOMA:
(10)
Centroid Calculation Form. A properly completed Centroid Calculation Form, the form of which is part of the application form. When approved by the Code Official, the Centroid Calculation Form will not be required and the historical finish floor elevation of the main entry level of the existing Building may be used as the Centroid for: (1) Applications proposing demolition of an existing Building to construct a new Building in substantially the same location and at the same elevation as the existing Building; or (2) Applications proposing construction of an Addition at the same elevation as the existing Building. For all submissions to which the Centroid is applicable, the Centroid must be determined as set out in Section 50-3 and that determination signed and sealed by a licensed surveyor, engineer or architect.
Section 1. Section 50-372 of the Nichols Hills City Code is hereby amended, with new language underlined, to wit: Sec. 50-372. Application for Certificate of Approval. Applications for Certificates of Approval shall be filed with the City on forms provided by the City Clerk. Two originals and a digital version of the application and all required documents must be submitted. Applications must be certified by the owner(s) of the property. The following attachments (the details for which are stated in the application form), and all other information required by the application form, must accompany the application. ***** Application attachments for construction of Main Buildings, Secondary Buildings, and Additions. In addition to the attachments required by subsection (a), for construction of a new Main Building or Secondary Building, or construction of an Addition, the following are required:
(11)
***** Section cuts through each primary exterior wall. A drawing depicting a detailed section cut through an exterior wall from footing to roofing, defining the proposed wall framing members; sheathing material; insulation R-values; exterior veneer materials; anchoring methods to be used to attach veneer materials to wall structure; and soffit and fascia materials.
The stories of her new best friends Barb and Ethel, her first meeting with the enemy, the shock and fright that come to her through the battlefield tent doors are intense. The relationship between her and the tent mates is solid, but trauma has instantly changed her world and her way in that world. Deep friendships and heroic events are both described in this war as she lived it. Frankie had always taken the right road and benefitted from her choices, and for the first time she runs into a world of cigarettes, alcohol, battles, romance, death and grief. She is constantly aware of the differences in respect between the men and the women but begins to resent it. Little does
Section 4. EMERGENCY SECTION. WHEREAS, in the judgment of the Council it is necessary for the preservation of the peace, health, welfare and safety of the City of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, and of the inhabitants thereof that the provisions of this ordinance be put into full force and effect immediately, and therefore an emergency is hereby declared to exist by reason whereof this ordinance shall take effect and be in full force from and after its passage as provided by law.
ATTEST:
Sody Clements Mayor
Section 3. The provisions of this ordinance are severable and if any part or provision hereof shall be adjudged invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, such adjudication shall not affect or impair any of the remaining parts or provisions hereof. Section 4. EMERGENCY SECTION. WHEREAS, in the judgment of the Council it is necessary for the preservation of the peace, health, welfare and safety of the City of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, and of the inhabitants thereof that the provisions of this ordinance be put into full force and effect immediately, and therefore an emergency is hereby declared to exist by reason whereof this ordinance shall take effect and be in full force from and after its passage as provided by law. PASSED by the Council of the City of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, on the 13th day of February, 2024. APPROVED by the Mayor of the City of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, on the 13th day of February, 2024.
Sody Clements Mayor
Amanda Copeland City Clerk:
Section 8. EMERGENCY SECTION. WHEREAS, in the judgment of the Council it is necessary for the preservation of the peace, health, welfare and safety of the City of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, and of the inhabitants thereof that the provisions of this ordinance be put into full force and effect immediately, and therefore an emergency is hereby declared to exist by reason whereof this ordinance shall take effect and be in full force from and after its passage as provided by law. PASSED by the Council of the City of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, on the 13th day of February, 2024. APPROVED by the Mayor of the City of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, on the 13th day of February, 2024. Sody Clements Mayor
ORDINANCE NO. 1244 ORDINANCE NO. 1245 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE NICHOLS HILLS CITY CODE REGARDING THE DISTANCE BETWEEN ACCESSORY BUILDINGS, ACCESSORY STRUCTURES, AND ACCESSORY USES FROM MAIN BUILDINGS AND REGARDING BREEZEWAYS BETWEEN MAIN BUILDINGS AND ACCESSORY BUILDINGS AND ACCESSORY STRUCTURES; REPEALING ALL CONFLICTING ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 8, ARTICLE X OF THE NICHOLS HILLS CITY CODE REGARDING SPECIAL USE PERMITS FOR CERTAIN OUTDOOR WORKS OF ART; REPEALING ALL CONFLICTING ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY
EMERGENCY ORDINANCE BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NICHOLS HILLS, OKLAHOMA: Section 1. Section 50-47 is hereby amended, with deleted language stricken through and new language underlined, to wit: Sec. 50-47. E-1 Estate District.
EMERGENCY ORDINANCE BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NICHOLS HILLS, OKLAHOMA: Section 1. Chapter 8, Article X, of the Nichols Hills City Code is amended, with deleted language stricken through and new language underlined, to wit:
***** (c)
Conditional uses.
Chapter 8, Buildings and Building Regulations.
***** (2) Accessory Buildings, Accessory Structures, and Accessory Uses which are subject to Division 6 of this Article and the following:
Article X – Reserved. Special Use Permits for certain uses.
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Sec. 8-412. Special Use Permits for outdoor works of art and related structures.
d.
Accessory Buildings, Accessory Structures, and Accessory Uses shall be a minimum of ten six feet from the Main Building.
***** Section 2. Section 50-48 is hereby amended, with deleted language stricken through and new language underlined, to wit: Sec. 50-48. E-2 Urban Estate District.
The temporary outdoor display of works of art that do not otherwise comply with the requirements for Landscape Structures (as defined in Section 50-3) require a Special Use Permit granted by the City Council after public hearing and recommendation by the Planning Commission. The City Council shall establish a maximum period of time for the effectiveness of such Special Use Permit and may impose other conditions on such permit. The notice and public hearing requirements for such Special Use Permit shall be the same as the requirements for rezoning applications.
***** (c)
Conditional uses.
Secs. 412 413—441. Reserved.
(2) Accessory Buildings, Accessory Structures, and Accessory Uses which are subject to Division 6 of this Article and the following:
d.
Accessory Buildings, Accessory Structures, and Accessory Uses shall be a minimum of ten six feet from the Main Building.
Sec. 50-49. R-1-75 Single-Family Residential District. (e)
Section 2. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are, to the extent of such conflict, hereby repealed. Section 3. The provisions of this ordinance are severable and if any part or provision hereof shall be adjudged invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, such adjudication shall not affect or impair any of the remaining parts or provisions hereof. Section 4. EMERGENCY SECTION. WHEREAS, in the judgment of the Council it is necessary for the preservation of the peace, health, welfare and safety of the City of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, and of the inhabitants thereof that the provisions of this ordinance be put into full force and effect immediately, and therefore an emergency is hereby declared to exist by reason whereof this ordinance shall take effect and be in full force from and after its passage as provided by law.
Development regulations.
***** (12) Separation of Accessory Buildings, Accessory Structures, and Accessory Uses from Main Building. Accessory Buildings, Accessory Structures, and Accessory Uses must have a minimum separation of ten six feet from the Main Building.
EMERGENCY ORDINANCE
Section 4. Section 50-50 is hereby amended, with deleted language stricken through and new language underlined, to wit:
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NICHOLS HILLS, OKLAHOMA:
Sec. 50-50. R-1-60 Single-Family Residential District. ***** (e) Development regulations. ***** (12) Separation of Accessory Buildings, Accessory Structures, and Accessory Uses from Main Building. Accessory Buildings, Accessory Structures, and Accessory Uses must have a minimum separation of ten six feet from the Main Building.
Sec. 50-372. Application for Certificate of Approval.
Section 7. The provisions of this ordinance are severable and if any part or provision hereof shall be adjudged invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, such adjudication shall not affect or impair any of the remaining parts or provisions hereof.
John Michael Williams City Attorney
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Section 1. Section 50-372 of the Nichols Hills City Code is hereby amended, with new language underlined, to wit:
Section 6. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are, to the extent of such conflict, hereby repealed.
Reviewed as to Form and Legality:
John Michael Williams City Attorney
***** Section 3. Section 50-49 is hereby amended, with deleted language stricken through and new language underlined, to wit:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 50-372 OF THE NICHOLS HILLS CITY CODE REGARDING CENTROID CALCULATION REQUIREMENTS FOR BUILDING COMMISSION CERTIFICATE OF APPROVAL APPLICATIONS; REPEALING ALL CONFLICTING ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
(4) Design. Breezeways must have an architectural design and appearance compatible with the Main Building, including roof type, colors, structural design, texture, and materials.
Reviewed as to Form and Legality:
Reviewed as to Form and Legality:
ORDINANCE NO. 1243
(3) Setback implications. The setback requirements for Accessory Buildings and Accessory Structures (and not the setback requirement for Main Buildings) for the applicable Zoning District apply to all Accessory Buildings and Accessory Structures connected to a Main Building by a Breezeway.
Amanda Copeland City Clerk:
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John Michael Williams City Attorney
(2) Construction. Breezeways are not required to be physically attached to the Main Building or to the applicable Accessory Building or Accessory Structure. A Breezeway must be open on at least two of its sides except for structural support columns. A Breezeway may not exceed a height of 12 feet (measured to the finished grade directly below it) or the height of the Accessory Building or Accessory Structure to which it connects, whichever is less. The Breezeway must be six feet in width or less, measured from the outside edge of its supporting columns. Walkways on the Breezeway’s roof are prohibited.
ATTEST:
***** ATTEST:
(1) Definition. Breezeways are roofed passageways that connect a Main Building to an Accessory Building (such as a Detached Garage) or an Accessory Structure (such as a cabana or pool house).
Amanda Copeland City Clerk:
(14 15) Pictures. For Additions to Buildings, pictures of the subject Building(s).
Section 2. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are, to the extent of such conflict, hereby repealed.
Walkways, covered corridors, and breezeways (collectively referred to as “Breezeways”) are Accessory Structures that are allowed in the Residential Zoning Districts by Conditional Use Permit. Where allowed, Breezeways are subject to Section 50-158 and the following:
(6) Existing Breezeways. Once constructed, Breezeways may not be enlarged or altered in any way.
APPROVED by the Mayor of the City of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, on the 13th day of February, 2024.
(17 18) Non-residential projects. For church, office, and commercial Buildings, additional information may be required by the Building Commission.
Sec. 50-173. Walkways, passageways, covered corridors, and breezeways.
Section 3. The provisions of this ordinance are severable and if any part or provision hereof shall be adjudged invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, such adjudication shall not affect or impair any of the remaining parts or provisions hereof.
(12 13) Privacy implications. Drawings, images, and plans showing details of the project that reflect the impact of the proposed Building or Addition on the privacy of all adjacent Buildings.
(16 17) Contractor. The name and address of the proposed general contractor for the project.
Section 5. Chapter 50, Article II, Division 6, Accessory Buildings, Accessory Structures, and Accessory Uses is hereby amended, with the addition of new Section 50-173, to wit:
(5) Maintenance. Breezeways must be kept in an attractive state, in good repair, and in a safe condition.
PASSED by the Council of the City of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, on the 13th day of February, 2024.
(15 16) Samples. Color and material samples of exterior surfaces, if available and if applicable to the proposed work.
added to the need to “let go of the pain, the grief, the resentment, the bitterness, the guilt” until veterans finally heard the long sought words that they had unknowingly been seeking since they returned, “Welcome home, and thank you.” This historical fiction will leave readers moved and grateful. Hopefully the novel itself will honor and embrace all of the veterans who gave so much, even sacrificing their lives for our country. Beautifully told, historically documented, this story recognizes all vets, and is a breakthrough for women who are finally honored and appreciated by a grateful nation. Thanks to Full Circle for sharing books with FRIDAY readers.
Section 2. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are, to the extent of such conflict, hereby repealed.
(11 12) Landscape Plan. A Landscape Plan as required by Division 6 of Article II of this Chapter.
(13 14) Proportionality implications. Street-level front elevation of the proposed Building or Addition for all street-facing sides, drawn to scale, or scaled photographic images. Such elevations or images must show the Buildings and yards on either side of the proposed project, drawn such that the elevation accurately depicts the proportionality and relative height of the proposed Building or Addition compared to the Buildings, if any, on all sides of the proposed Building or Addition. Where the proposed Building may negatively affect the Building(s) behind it, additional elevations may be requested to illustrate the proportionality of the proposed Building with such Building(s) behind it.
she know that these differences will only continue and follow her when she returns to the States. Frankie meets disappointment and discouragement when she comes home and she continues to try to prove to her friends and her detractors that she is fit, trained and able to live a life of honor among people of all ages, sexes and beliefs. She is finally met with pride and truth at the dedication of the Vietnam Memorial, a memorial for veterans who sacrificed their lives for their country during this struggle. The stunning memorial bears the list of more than fifty-eight thousand names and only 8 of those who died were women, all nurses. These shocking statistics and tributes
PASSED by the Council of the City of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, on the 13th day of Friday, 2024. APPROVED by the Mayor of the City of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, on the 1 3 t h day of Friday, 2024. ATTEST:
Sody Clements Mayor
Amanda Copeland City Clerk: Reviewed as to Form and Legality: John Michael Williams City Attorney
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Lower School students hold hands and sing three songs they prepared for the Black History Month assembly.
Chargers celebrate Black History Month
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t The Hall this week, spring sports are blossoming in the Middle School as winter sports in the Upper School are reaching a critical point in each sport’s respective seasons. • Spring seasons began this week for 7th and 8th graders in soccer, track and field, and tennis. In the Upper School, Charger wrestling competed at regional prelims in Duncan on Feb.
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HALL HAPPENINGS 16, as Charger basketball competed in the district game held at Star Spencer. Each swimmer on the Charger swimming team advanced to OSSAA 5A state preliminaries at Jenks in hopes of beat-
ing their personal best times. • On Feb. 15, Chargers continued its recognition of Black History Month with an allschool assembly that celebrated the musical culture of Black history through impressive presentations of dance and song. Lower School students kicked off the assembly with a performance of three songs, composed by Lower School music teachers, Katsumi
Hagiwara and Morgen Champney. Later, three talented Middle School students presented a poem that they had written. Assembly guest performers, The Brothers of Stomp, led by Mr. Moseley of Star Spencer High School, concluded the assembly with an outstanding dance that impressed and inspired the audience. Go, Chargers and happy Black History Month!
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OPINION O UR S TAND “And you shall know the truth and the truth shall make you free.” John 8:32 (quoting Jesus). The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is that good men do nothing.” – Edmund Burke paraphrase, 1767. If you want it in the paper, it’s advertising. If you don’t want it in the paper, it’s news.” – Ancient Chinese Proverb. “Without, or with, offense to friends or foes, We sketch your world exactly as it goes.” – Byron, 1818. “Every violation of truth is a stab at the health of human society.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson, 1878. “We must always stand – alone if necessary – as the conscience of this community.” – J. Leland Gourley, 1959.
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Cathy Cummings Boulevard: We like the way it sounds By Eric Oesch Staff Writer Social media has been on fire this past week since the passing of former Village Councilman and Mayor Cathy Cummings from cancer. She loved The Village, and it, in turn, loved her. Cathy once said she wanted to make The Village a better place for her five children. She did that and more. She was the optimistic face of The Village. Beautiful. Vivacious. Always happy. Always smiling. Always championing. Even her husband Sean said
she was always happy. People are going to miss her. We’re going to miss her, too. “What can we do to honor Cathy,” has been posted dozens of times online by people she touched in some way. She made a difference in people’s lives, and they in turn connected with her. Name a park after Cathy. Name a street. What can we do? We think renaming Vineyard Boulevard to Cathy Cummings Boulevard has a nice ring to it. Vineyard Boulevard curves roughly one-half mile from Hefner Road and the US Post
Office on the north to Pennsylvania Avenue and The Village Branch Library on the east. Vineyard Boulevard was a lovely name, but it just doesn’t seem to fit anymore. Cathy Cummings Boulevard is a perfect fit. The Village has just completed the ambitious Civic Area Project featuring a stunning Linear Park with thousands of flowering shrubs and trees along landscaped sidewalks. It’s the largest single capital improvement project in the history of The Village. Cathy, along with her fellow councilmen, championed this
Dear Wise Elder: My vision seems to be getting worse as I age. I’m not sure it’s correctable. What can I do? Dear Vision: Low vision is vision loss that is uncorrectable through glasses, surgeries, or medications. Low vision impacts one’s ability to complete everyday activities. One in 10 people over age 80 have this issue, but many are unaware of what it is and what can be done about it. The first signs of low vision may be trouble reading, driving (especially at night), or recognizing people’s faces. It is important to note that, while
transformative project. She would have loved how beautiful the Civic Area is now that it’s completed. The impressive park and accompanying Civic Plaza, walking trail, exercise pavilion and Village green area will just get more beautiful as time passes. Cathy Cummings Boulevard will be the gateway to the most beautifully landscaped area of The Village. So appropriate for a beautiful person. So appropriate for The Village. And for those who wish to remember. Cathy Cummings Boulevard. We like the way it sounds.
one’s chances of low vision increase with age, permanent sight loss or going blind is not a normal part of aging. Fortunately, in Oklahoma there is a great resource for diagnosing and assisting those with low vision. If your eye doctor can’t help, you can go to NewView Oklahoma, a nonprofit which offers low-vision optometry examinations and adaptive technologies to assist those with low vision. Call them to see how they can help. - Courtesy VillagesOKC www.VillagesOKC.org (405) 990 6637
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Beasley rises to Eagle Rank
WILLIAM LEE BEASLEY II
William Lee Beasley II recently achieved the honored rank of Eagle Scout from BSA Troop 177. He has served as an assistant senior patrol leader, assistant patrol leader, troop guide, quartermaster, chaplain’s aid and outdoor ethics guide. He is a member of the Order of the Arrow and has earned 29 merit badges. William is a senior at Deer Creek High School and plans to attend the University of Oklahoma to study software engineering. He is the son of William and Adria Beasley and the grandson of Dr. William and Sherry Beasley.
- Photo by Fran Kozakowski
Neighborhood Services Cathy Lippard and Brian and Julia Bakeman attend Neighborhood Services Organization’s Good Samaritan Society reception honoring donors. NSO is a 100-year-old nonprofit serving the at-risk and homeless of the Oklahoma City community. Its programs provide housing solutions and teach skills to transform lives. For more photos, see Page 15.
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The holidays would not be the same without “The Nutcracker,” presented by From Page 1 Devon Energy, which is to feature all new sets, costumes and choreography. Artistic Director Ryan Jolicoeur-Nye is working with his design “dream team” to give everyone’s favorite holiday ballet a fresh look while keeping both the story and the experience traditional and familyfriendly. OKCPHIL plays the familiar Tchaikovsky score along with vocal accompaniment from Canterbury Voices. “We’re not merely staging a performance; we're crafting a warm, wholesome, holiday story, and a visually stunning masterpiece for our audience," said Jolicoeur-Nye. "With Devon's support, we have the opportunity to dive deeply into creating an extraordinary show that will leave a lasting impression on everyone who experiences it. This presents a distinctive opportunity to redefine the artistic vision of ‘The Nutcracker,’ and we plan to introduce a captivating twist." In February 2025, Oklahoma City Ballet presents “Swan Lake” for two weekends in a row. “Swan Lake” is the epitome of ballet with elegant ballerinas, chivalrous princes and heart-wrenching music by Tchaikovsky, performed live by OKCPHIL. “Swan Lake” was last performed by Oklahoma City Ballet in 2017. “Future Voices: A Choreographic Showcase”returns for its sixth year, March 20-23, 2025, in the Inasmuch Foundation Theater at Oklahoma City Ballet’s Susan E. Brackett Dance Center. Featuring several world-premiere short works created by Oklahoma City Ballet dancers, this audience favorite celebrates the process of choreography and dance in its purest form. With no sets or complicated costumes, audiences get a close-up view of dancers in the intimate setting of the world’s most iconic dance studio. “‘Future Voices’ has become an audience favorite. You’re up-close with our dancers in their home studio, witnessing how hard they work. It’s also a nice way to see our stunning facility, where parking is easy and tickets are only $20 each,” said Jo Lynne Jones, Oklahoma City Ballet’s John Kirkpatrick Executive Director. The 2024/25 Season concludes at the Civic Center Music Hall with “Shorts,” featuring three short works in one program: Ryan Jolicoeur-Nye’s rock n’ roll inspired world premiere; “Otra Vez” by Stephanie Martinez; and George Balanchine’s “Divertimento No. 15,” May 9-11, 2025. Season subscriptions to Oklahoma City Ballet’s 2024/25 Season are available now by calling (405) 848-8637 or visiting okcballet.org. Season subscribers receive extra benefits like discounts, first choice of seats, free exchanges and more. Tickets may be purchased by calling Oklahoma City Ballet (405) 848-TOES (8637), online at okcballet.org, or by calling the Civic Center Box office at (405) 297-2264. The Oklahoma City Ballet Box Office is open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is located at 6800 North Classen Blvd., Oklahoma City. Follow Oklahoma City Ballet on social media @okcballet.
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From left: John Kirkpatrick Executive Director Jo Lynne Jones, Advisory Council members Chip Oppenheim and Annie Bohanon and Artistic Director Ryan Jolicoeur-Nye during a reveal party for the OKC Ballet’s 2024-25 season.
At right: Dr. Michael and Sandra Kirk. Sandra is a member of the OKC Ballet’s Advisory Council. Above: Stuart and Hannah Hudson hosted the reveal party in their Heritage Hills home.
Neighborhood Services/Art League
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Art League
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The Neighborhood Services Organization hosted a donors celebration, thanking them for the contributions which has enabled the nonprofit to make a positive impact on the community. Above, from left: Beverly and Lee Endicott, Stacey Ninness (NSO president and CEO), and Rachel Canuso Holt (United Way president and CEO).
Thank you donors!
Chris and Kathryn Kirt during the reception honoring NSO’s Good Samaritan Society members.
Oklahoma Art League met in the home of Karen Mayfield for a Valentine’s Party. Raspberry sherbet punch, Valentines cookies and homemade fudge were served. From left: Kaye Adams, Karen Mayfield and Betsy Hyde Berry.
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