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OKC voters head to polls to decide $2.7 billion bond issue

Oklahoma City residents head to the polls on Tuesday to vote on a proposed 2025 bond program. The $2.7 billion bond includes 11 propositions to fund critical infrastructure and community improvements across the city.

OKC residents can use the

New North Side Y is in the works

By Eric Oesch Staff Writer

OK Voter Portal to find their polling place and view a sample ballot. The election is open to Oklahoma City residents only. Visit okc.gov to find out if you live within the Oklahoma City limits.

Polls open at 7 a.m. and close at 7 p.m. On election days, the EMBARK fixed

A “Coming Soon” sign announcing the new home of a 68,000square-foot North Side YMCA has been erected on a 13-acre tract of land on the southeast corner of Hefner Road and Pennsylvania Avenue. Officials with the YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City say preconstruction tasks and design documents are in progress and the project is on track to bid for construction in December. If all goes well groundbreaking is set to happen in late spring of 2026. The new North Side YMCA replaces its cur-

route bus service, zone 1 ADA paratransit services, RAPID and OKC Streetcar are always free.

About 2025 OKC Bond

When residents go to the polls, they will vote on 11 propositions that make up the $2.7 billion bond program.

The proposed 2025 bond won’t raise property tax rates. OKC has used bonds to fund its critical infrastructure since before statehood.

“The 2025 bond issue continues our city’s longtime practice of dedicating resources to our essential infrastructure, like streets and bridges,” Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt said.

rent location at 10000 N. Pennsylvania on property donated in 1955. When the North Side YMCA opened in early 1960, it was on the outskirts of

Canterbury announces 57th season

Canterbury Voices, Oklahoma City’s premier symphonic chorus, reveals its 57th season: a year of song that blends cherished traditions with the enduring power of the human spirit.

With a Halloween Eve concert, the return of a classic holiday tradition, and a celebration of Broadway, the season promises unforgettable performances that resonate far beyond the concert hall.

On Thursday, Oct. 30 at 7:30 p.m., Artistic Director Dr. Julie Yu begins her third season with “Dies Irae: Songs of the Shadows,” a concert event filled with thunderous drama, ghostly echoes, and spine-tingling delights!

Featuring Carl Orff’s “O Fortuna,” Mozart’s “Dies Irae” and the dark delights of Stephen Sondheim’s “Sweeney Todd” and John Williams’ “Duel of the Fates” from “Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace,” this electrifying concert is sure to leave the audience breathless.

“Throughout history, the world’s greatest composers have turned to mystery, drama, and the supernatural for inspiration. Our Halloween Eve concert unites timeless masterpieces with modern icons, revealing how music across the ages invites us into the unknown and reminds us of our

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Oklahoma City.

YMCA officials had discussions with leadership at Casady School about the fate of See YMCA, Page 14

“This vote on October 14 is about needs, not wants. Our city has long understood the benefit of investing in ourselves, and this package continues that work, this time for See BOND, Page 10

30 dogs seized from deplorable Village residence

By Eric Oesch Staff Writer

Village police were dispatched to the 2000 block of Churchill Way last week to assist their Animal Control Officer with an animal cruelty call. Upon arrival, officers reported a strong odor of death and initiated a response from city detectives, fearing the smell involved some type of body decomposition.

Once officers gained access to the inside of the house, they discovered 30 dogs in various states of health and age, ranging from puppies to older dogs. According to police some of the animals appeared to be ‘somewhat’ healthy while others looked as if they had been fighting, were malnourished and sickly. Police said the

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At the site of the new North Side YMCA in The Village are, from left, Shane Pratt, director of the North Side YMCA, Village Mayor John Allen and Kelly Kay, president and CEO of the YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City.

The Santa Fe Family Life Center honored four with its John F. Kennedy Service Awards. The honorees, above, are, from left: Liz McLaughlin, Lifetime Achievement Award; Joe Castiglione, Community Service Award; Sherri Coale, Community Service Award; and Tim McLaughlin, Community Service Award. At right: Barry Switzer and Barb Denny. The Santa Fe Family Life Center specializes in providing inclusive sports and fitness programs for all abilities.

Above: From left, Mandi Dotson, Ann Felton Gilliland and Chelsea Sims. At left: Marissa Treat and Mary Blankenship Pointer.

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Miss Oklahoma 2021 Ashleigh Robinson, Zachary Alamrew and Rebecca Coleman at the St. George Greek Orthodox Church’s Greek Festival. The event featured traditional Greek dancing, food and much more.

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shared fascination with the extraordinary,” said Dr. Julie Yu, artistic director.

On Sunday, Dec. 7, at 7 p.m., Canterbury presents an OKC holiday tradition, “Handel’s Messiah.” This festive concert unites the award-winning Canterbury Voices chorus, four virtuosic soloists, and the OKC Philharmonic with one of the most famous masterworks ever written.

“Canterbury Voices

on Broadway!” comes to the Civic Center stage on Saturday, March 21 at 7:30 p.m. with a celebration of the greatest choruses and music of the Great White Way.

Featuring dazzling choruses from Leonard Bernstein (“West Side Story,” “Into the Woods”), Rogers and Hammerstein, and soul-stirring and highenergy ensembles from Stephen Flaherty (Ragtime) and Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus (Chess). This concert promises to be a grand night, full of Broadway

delight.

Executive Director

Pam Mowry added, “It’s a real gift to experience the richness of the world’s most beautiful music with Canterbury Voices — transformative, uplifting, and alive with passion. From Han-

del’s Messiah to powerful musical moments of Broadway, this season truly has something for everyone.”

Single tickets are on sale now.

For details and to reserve seats, visit Canterbury-OKC.com or call (405) 232-7464.

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FOOTBALL | WEEK 6 PREVIEW: MARLOW AT CROSSINGS CHRISTIAN • FRIDAY, 7 P.M.

Knights face tough test in powerhouse Marlow

By Jason Jewell Sports Editor

Coming off a difficult loss last week, the Crossings Christian football team won’t have much time to lick its wounds.

The Knights kick off the second half of the season against longtime Class 2A powerhouse Marlow this Friday at 7 p.m. in OKC FRIDAY’s Spotlight Game for Week 6.

“It was definitely a tough loss,” said coach

Jacob Stephenson. “We need to make sure we clean up our mistakes but don’t dwell on them.”

Crossings Christian (3-2, 1-1 District 2AI-2) endured a 22-20 setback at Little Axe in Week 5.

Meanwhile, the Outlaws bring an undefeated 4-0 overall record and a 2-0 mark in district play after a dominating 62-0 win against Lexington last week.

“They are definitely a tough matchup for

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us,” Stephenson said. “They are a proven program with a disciplined coach and players, and make the most out of every snap.”

As with most any football game, a critical area of success comes “in the trenches.”

“We need to be really strong in our offensive and defensive lines,” the coach told FRIDAY. “This game will be won in the trenches.”

WEEK 6 SCHEDULE

Thursday, October 9

Heritage Hall at Kingfisher

Friday, October 10 Casady at Kellyville Marlow at Crossings Christian Deer Creek at Moore

John Marshall at Altus McGuinness at Midwest City

Mount St. Mary at Perry

PC North at Capitol Hill

Senior Jackson Schneberger anchors the offensive line from his center position and starts on the defensive line as a tackle.

FOOTBALL | WEEK 5 ROUNDUP

Junior James Graham roams the middle of the defense at linebacker and is one of the featured running backs.

“We need big games from both of them,” Stephenson said.

The Knights also hope for continued development from young quarterback Garritt Davis. The sophomore threw three touchdown passes against Little Axe.

“(Marlow) will be a big challenge for him,” the coach said.

Chargers steam roll Andarko

By Jason Jewell Sports Editor

Reeling from Anadarko’s opening touchdown drive, Heritage Hall quarterback Teagan Lawson connected with Tripp Thomas for a 52-yard gain on the first play of the ensuing drive.

Tailback Tyler Butler

scored on a 2-yard run two plays later and the rout was on, as the Charger football team steamrolled the Warriors for 52 unanswered points in a 52-14 victory last Friday night at Pop Murray Field.

“We knew Anadarko was more improved (than last year) and they gave us a good wakeup call,” coach Brett Bogert said after the game. “(Lawson) had a great throw to get back the momentum for us.”

Lawson tossed three touchdown passes for Heritage Hall (4-1, 2-0 District 3A-1), including a 9-yard screen to Thomas, a 29-yard completion to star receiver Jerrod Williams Jr. and a 4yarder to Kline Reuter.

The Chargers employ quarterback rotation between Lawson and Hudson Ferris.

Ferris also completed a 13-yard TD pass to Canon Bronson, who connected with Williams on a trick play for a 62-yard TD late in the first half.

Kicker Beau Butler nailed a 43-yard field

goal and made seven extra-point attempts.

CYCLONES RUN OVER NEWKIRK

Continuing its strong start to district play, Casady cruised to a 5216 victory against Newkirk-Shidler last Friday night at Hoot Gibson Field for its second straight win.

Quarterback David Lawler accounted for six touchdowns to lead the Cyclones (2-3, 2-0 2AII-1), including three through the air to

Micah White, Frank Ross and Max Geib to along with three other TD runs.

LITTLE AXE GETS PAST KNIGHTS

Crossings Christian endured a difficult 2220 loss at Little Axe.

Quarterback Garritt Davis threw three touchdown passes, opening with a 15-yard strike to Hudson Holloman for the Knights (32, 1-1 2AI-2).

Story continued at OKCFRIDAY.com.

Heritage Hall receiver Jerrod Williams Jr. hauls in a 62-yard touchdown bomb from Canon Bronson on a trick play in last Friday’s game against Anadarko.

- Photo by Tina Walker, tinawalker.pixieset.com

Cyclones, Chargers host regionals

Four Fridayland volleyball teams begin their quests for a state championship as they compete in regional tournaments.

Both Casady and Heritage Hall host Class 3A regionals.

The 3A No. 2 Cyclones entertain a six-team regional including Hulbert, Navajo, Cement-Cyril, Snyder and Erick.

The Chargers, ranked No. 3 in 3A, compete against Oklahoma Bible, AmberPocassett, Minco, Fox and Tishomingo.

Crossings Christian, Harding Charter Prep and John Marshall hit the road for 4A regionals tournaments

The Knights travel to Tulsa-Cascia Hall, while the Bears are at Bethany and the Eagles are at Christian Heritage in Del City.

ROCKETS SWEEP TULSA-KELLEY

Recording its fifth straight victory, the Mount St. Mary volleyball team cruised to a 30 sweep at Tulsa-Bishop Kelley last week.

Isabella Williams recorded 14 kills, three blocks and six digs to lead the Class 5A No. 3 Rockets (27-8). Jentri

Denwalt collected 27 assists, 12 digs and three kills, while Anna Spurlock added three kills and six blocks.

Mount St. Mary also posted another 3-0 sweep at 4A No. 7 Christian Heritage in Del City. Ella Hale led the way with 12 kills and nine digs.

Story continued at OKCFRIDAY.com.

CROSS COUNTRY ROUNDUP

- Photo by Tina Walker,

Heritage Hall celebrates after winning a Class 3A regional softball tournament against Comanche last week. The Chargers posted their first-ever undefeated season (23-0), the most wins in a season and longest winning streak.

McGuinness’ Merritt Fuller, at left, belts a serve during last week’s volleyball match against Fridayland rival PC North.

Antlers take 4th at Chili Pepper

With three athletes placing the top 50, the Deer Creek boys cross country team finished fourth at the prestigious Chili Pepper Festival last weekend in Fayetteville, Ark.

McGuinness’ Sylvie Harper outpaced all other Fridayland athletes in the field with an eighth-place effort in the “El Caliente” division 5-kilometer race. Dominic Trupiano paced the Antler boys with a 35th-place finish. Mason Storozyszyn and Colson Robertson rounded out the trio in 44th and 47th positions, respectively.

Several other Friday-

landers cracked the top half of the field of 726 runners from Arkansas, Texas, Oklahoma, Missouri and Kansas.

McGuinness’ Luke Worthington placed 37th, ahead of Deer Creek’s Will King in 61st, McGuinness’ Luke Bryan in 94th, Crossings Christian’s Archer Green in 175th and McGuinness Henrik Garcia in 216th place.

The girls’ competition featured nearly 600 participants, with seven athletes from Deer Creek and McGuinness in the top half of the field.

Emily Clark led the way in 101st, along with Alexis Milan in

141st, Graycie Lucas in 164th, Nnia Moorer in 169th and Chloe McCall in 232nd place. McGuinness’ Camryn Kanaly came in 225th and London Tietsort took 294th for the Irish.

Runners from McGuinness and Harding Charter Prep also competed in the open 5K races.

Harding Prep’s Jayden Owens and Andy Sac paced the group in 35th and 39th places, respectively. Ian Morris grabbed 60th-place for the Irish boys, while Olivia Koktavy recorded an 82nd-place finish for the Irish girls.

Story continued at OKCFRIDAY.com.

Chargers shut out Comanche for 3A regional tourney title

Plating three runs in the second inning, the Heritage Hall softball team added three more in the fourth to pull away for a 7-0 win over Comanche to claim a Class 3A regional championship last Friday afternoon at Charger Field.

The undefeated Chargers (23-0) traveled to Perry on Thursday for a best-of-3 super regional matchup against the Maroons for a spot in the state tournament.

Addi Thompson batted 4-for-4 with a pair of doubles and two runs batted in (RBI) to lead the way against Comanche.

Emerson Calahan and Blakeley Standrich collected two hits each, as Calahan had two doubles, drove in a run and scored another and Standrich also drove in a run.

Pitcher Keke Jobes recorded 14 strikeouts and threw a 2-hit shutout over seven innings. Setting program records for an undefeated regular season, total wins and longest winning streak, Her-

itage Hall also posted a 2-1 victory against Marlow in the regional semifinals.

PERRY RUNS OVER KNIGHTS

Unable to overcome three errors and an early deficit, Crossings Christian endured a 120 loss at Perry in a 3A regional tournament.

Emmy Rouse accounted for the only single for the Knights (21-13) in their seasonending setback.

Pitcher Addison Martin got roughed up for nine runs on eight hits but struck out one over 2 1/3 innings.

Crossings opened

with a 17-0 win over Marietta in the semifinals, followed by a 12-0 defeat to the Maroons in the final and a 20-0 triumph against Marietta in the consolation contest.

PURCELL ENDS IRISH’S SEASON

Falling behind in the first inning, McGuinness never recovered in a season-ending 7-1 loss to Purcell at a 4A regional in Cache. Molly Taylor belted an RBI double to score Mila Breslin in the fourth inning to lead the Irish (6-24). Story continued at OKCFRIDAY.com.

Antlers, Panthers compete at 6A regionals

Both Deer Creek and PC North are scheduled to compete in 6A regionals this week. The Antlers opened last Thursday afternoon against Jenks in a semifinal matchup at Mustang, while the Panthers battled host Bartlesville on Wednesday.

The final at Mustang is set for Friday at noon with the “if necessary” game at 2 p.m., and the Bartlesville final was on Thursday. Complete brackets are at ossaa.com.

- Photo by Richard Clifton, rtcditigalimages.zenfolio.com

CALENDAR

FESTIVALS

Oct. 911 • Banjo Fest

The American Banjo Museum presents Banjo Fest this weekend featuring dinners, workshops, Hall of Fame induction, jam sessions, and dozens of live performances in Bricktown. Visit americanbanjomuseum.com for details and times.

Oct. 911 • OK!toberfest

With one in six Oklahomans being of German heritage, OKC Fair Park, in collaboration with Mike and Sammie Turek, are bringing authentic German festival atmosphere to Oklahoma City with German beer and wine, bratwurst, sauerkraut and plenty of entertainment. Visit okcfairpark.com for tickets and information.

Oct. 11 • Hispanic Festival

The Hispanic Festival celebration event will feature dancers from various parts of the world and will allow spectators and visitors to immerse themselves in various cultures through food, music, art, and more at Scissortail Park from 4 – 10 pm.

Oct. 12 • Thunder Fan Fest

The Fan Fest is Sunday from 48 pm at OG&E Together Square in Scissortail Park. Thunder Fan Fest features live

Oct. 14 • OKC Bond 2025

Oklahoma City residents will head to the polls on Tuesday, Oct. 14, to vote on a proposed $2.7 billion bond program. If voters approve, the bond will fund 547 critical infrastructure projects across OKC without raising property tax rates. All registered voters who live within Oklahoma City limits are eligible to vote. Find out about bond open houses and get details about the bond at okc.gov/bond25. The ballot includes 11 separate propositions, each to be voted on individually.

music, food trucks, and a range of interactive activities for all ages. The event is free and open to the public.

Through Nov. 8 • Orr Family Farm Fall Festival Festival includes pumpkin patch, photo ops, maze, hay rides, farm animals, food and treats, carnival rides and so much more. Monday –Thursdays, 10 am to 5 pm, Friday – Saturdays, 10 am to 10 pm and Sundays 10 am to 6 pm. Visit orrfamilyfarm.com for more information.

Oct. 18 • OKANAFest!

Sample restaurant bites, play giant games, tackle the rock wall, and get crafty at this Oktoberfestinspired festival at OKANA Resort. Visit okanaresort.com for information.

THIS WEEKEND

Oct. 1012 • Book of Mormon

This outrageous musical comedy, present

ed by OKC Broadway, follows the adventures of a mismatched pair of missionaries, sent halfway across the world to spread the Good Word. See this international comedy sensation for ﬁve performances at the Civic Center, okcciviccenter.com

Oct. 13 • Indigenous Peoples Day

Celebrate the resiliency and vibrancy of global Indigenous people at First Americans Museum, 659 Frist Americans Blvd. from 10 am – 4 pm. For more information visit famok.org.

Through Oct. 31 • Haunt the Zoo OKC Zoo’s HAUNT THE ZOO returns for its 42nd year. Every weekend in October, guests of all ages can discover the world’s wildlife and also participate in trickortreating along a path with festive themed photo props. Every Saturday and Sunday in October from 9 am 4 pm.

calendar events to jennifer@okcfriday.com

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Bert Kreischer

Lilith Fair

Lilith Fair, the allfemale concert tour that upended the music industry in the late 1990s, finally has a proper documentary. The film, Lilith Fair: Building a Mystery, tells the story of musician Sarah McLachlan taking on the male dominated music industry with a bunch of her rowdy friends, and for three brilliant years, winning. Lilith Fair is currently streaming on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+.

Sarah McLachlan is a hugely successful singer/songwriter from Nova Scotia, Canada, with more than 40 million albums sold. She won three Grammy awards, including Best Female Pop Vocal Performance in 1997 for “Building a Mystery” and in 1999 for “I Will Remember You.” She also performed the 2000 Oscar nominated theme from Toy Story 2, “When You Were Mine.”

In the mid-1990s, McLachlan was a rising star. McLachlan wanted to tour with Paula Cole. Her label and the concert promoters told her two women could never headline a tour together. It would be too much of a gimmick. Frustrated, McLachlan asked Cole to join her on tour anyway. She did. They sold out venues all over the country.

Armed with that success, McLachlan

decided to push it even further. She launched Lilith Fair as a full-scale music festival in 1997 featuring all women artists.

The first summer, McLachlan headlined alongside Paula Cole, Sheryl Crow, Tracy Chapman, Jewel, and Shawn Colvin. The tour grossed $16 million and became the biggest festival tour of the year, according to Rolling Stone. All the headliners with new albums were nominated for Grammys.

McLachlan won two. Paula Cole won Best New Artist. Shawn Colvin won Best Song and Best Record for “Sunny Came Home.”

Lilith Fair became a cultural phenomenon.

For year two in 1998, the roster expanded to 100 acts with 57 stops and added artists Erykah Badu, Natalie Merchant Bonnie Raitt, Sinead O’Connor, Missy Elliott, and Queen Latifah. By 1999, the tour expanded to 120 artists with 40 stops and brought on the Dixie Chicks The Pretenders, and newcomers Christina Aguilara and Dido

Lilith Fair: Building a Mystery is directed by

Canadian filmmaker Ally Pankiw and produced by Dan Levy, the Emmy-award winning actor, writer, cocreator, and director of Schitt’s Creek. The film includes several awesome musical performances, a wonderful insiders look at how the different musicians perceived each other, and a universal acknowledgement of how special the entire phenomenon was to those who participated.

The Indigo Girls my favorite 90s acoustic band, are given credit for helping the other women break through their own insecurities and walls to become part of the group. They helped turn the music tour into a music festival, with people singing each other’s songs in each other’s sets. The Indigo Girls were recently launched back into the pop culture spotlight when their hit “Closer to Fine” appeared in the blockbuster movie Barbie Next weekend, on Saturday, Oct. 18, the Indigo Girls are coming to Oklahoma City. They are playing a free concert at Scissortail Park. That’s a perfect reason to watch this nostalgic documentary. Then come downtown and join me for a live singalong version of Lilith Fair, right here in Scissortail Park. Lilith Fair: Building a Mystery is available on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+.

Oct. 15

Oct. 16

Oct. 21 Civic Center Music Hall: Rocky Horror Show (Plaza)

Oct. 2

Stockyards Stampede in Historic Stockyards City

It is quickly approaching! Stockyards City Main Street would like to invite everyone to attend the annual Stockyards Stampede event that will be held on Saturday, Oct. 18. The Slash O’ Ranch Longhorns will kick off the event at 10 am by parading down the street. They will begin at the iconic Oklahoma National Stockyards archway on Exchange. The longhorns will be in the National Saddlery Arena until 2 pm, then they will return to Oklahoma National Stockyards, via Agnew. This year the longhorns are brought to you by Ol’ Glory Hat Company, as the

Presenting Sponsor.

An authentic Chuck Wagon camp will be set up where you can view demonstrations of traditional cooking. At noon, samplings of cobbler, stew, cornbread and more will be on hand. The Chuck Wagon Camp is south of Ol’ Glory Hat Company, 1111 South Agnew. There will be live music by many talented entertainers, including Tanner Fields, Michael and Lela Dalby, Cowboy Jim Garling, and Maddox Ross. The Little Miss and Mr. Stockyards City pageant will begin at noon. The entertainment and Stockyards

City Pageant will be at Rodeo Cinema, 2221 Exchange Ave.

A Made in Oklahoma Market will include locally made and produced items. Various types of demonstrations and tastings will be held throughout the day. The Market will be next to Little Joe’s Boots. New to the market this year will be a Wine Tasting event. It will be located behind Little Joe’s Boots adjacent to the Market.

The Kids Corral will have many fun activities for kids of all ages. Located adjacent to the National Saddlery Arena, there will be a petting zoo, pony rides,

face painting, and dummy roping. It will also be an opportunity to learn about the importance of agriculture in Oklahoma.

Next to Shorty’s Caboy Hattery a Western Photo Booth will be set up. This will be a perfect opportunity to experience all that is Stockyards City. Visit the restaurants, shops, and get pictures of the things you can only see in Stockyards City.

For more information about the Stampede please email Stockyards City Main Street at office@stockyardscity.org or call 405-235-7267 or visit stockyardscity.org

2025 Halloween Coloring Contest

Contest Rules :

1. Contest open to kids ages 3-10, color any or all of the images.

2. Enter by dropping off or mailing this page to our office, 10801 Quail Plaza Dr., OKC, 73120. Deadline is Friday, Oct. 24.

3. Submissions are considered property of the newspaper and may be printed in this publication and online.

4. VOTE for People’s Choice by visiting our Facebook page. “Like” your favorite ad’s artwork beginning Friday, Oct. 24. Entry with the most likes will win the People’s Choice gift card.

5. The winning coloring entries will be featured in our Halloween issue on Friday, Oct. 31, 2025.

Thrifty Ad First Place: $20 gift card

Sylvester Ad First Place: $20 gift card

Lewis Ad First Place: $20 gift card

Casady Ad First Place: $20 gift card

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) as next of friend of (child) ) Eliza Leila Vasquez ) to Change Her/His Name ) NOTICE OF FILING PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME

Friday, October 24, 2025)

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA Case No. FD-2025-1607

IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF: Robert Paul Gerry, ) Petitioner, ) and ) Crystaleen Kay Smith, ) Respondent. )

NOTICE BY PUBLICATION

THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA TO THE ABOVE NAMED Respondent: Crystaleen Kay Smith

GREETINGS: You will take notice that you have been sued in the above names Court by the above petitioner, for a Dissolution of Marriage on the grounds of incompatibility and that unless you answer the petition filed by the petitioner in said Court on or before the 15 day of November, 2025, said Petition will be taken as true and judgement granting to the petitioner a Dissolution of Marriage, annulling, canceling, setting

To Whom It May Concern: Take notice that (a) Jesenia Rendon, as next of friend of Eliza Leila Vasquez has filed in the above court a Petition to have the minor child’s name changed as follows, to-wit: From (a) Eliza Leila Vasquez to (b) Eliza Leila Azevedo; and that the same will be heard by the Honorable Judge Mai of Oklahoma County, in the County Courthouse, located at 321 Park Avenue, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73102, on the 12 day of November, 2025 at 1:30 o’clock p.m.; and that any person may file a written protest in the case, prior to the date set for hearing.

NATALIE MAI

CLERK/BAILIFF OF THE DISTRICT COURT

RICK WARREN, Court Clerk By /s/Misty Zaragoza Deputy (SEAL)

(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, October 10, 2025)

DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA CV-2025-2541

In Re: The Name of: ) Nickolaus A. Elliott-Smith )

NOTICE OF HEARING ON CHANGE ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME

TO: All interested parties. Take notice that Nickolaus Arthur Elliott-Smith has petitioned to change his/her name to Nickolaus Arthur Elliott. A Hearing on said petition is set for 1:30 o’clock P.M. on the 12 day of November, 2025, before Judge Mai at 1:30 o’clock in courtroom 709 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/illegible signature By: DEPUTY (SEAL)

(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, October 10, 2025)

DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA CV-2025-2409

IN RE: The Name of: ) Jennifer Michelle Yates )

NOTICE OF HEARING ON CHANGE ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME

TO: All interested parties. Take notice that Jennifer Michelle Yates has petitioned to change his/her name to Jennifer Michelle Medley. A Hearing on said petition is set for 1:30 o’clock P.M. on the 13 day of November, 2025, before Judge Andrews 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

for change of name will be granted as prayed.

RICK WARREN, Court Clerk /s/Diane Watson By: DEPUTY (SEAL)

(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, October 10, 2025) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA CV-2025-2526

In the Matter of the Application ) of Latisha Holland ) as next of friend of (child) ) Elizabeth Anne Aye Holland ) to Change Her/His Name )

NOTICE OF FILING PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME

To Whom It May Concern: Take notice that (a) Latisha Holland, as next of friend of Elizabeth Holland has filed in the above court a Petition to have the minor child’s name changed as follows, to-wit: From (a) Elizabeth Anne Aya Holland to (b) Elizabeth Anne Aya Holland-Tapah; and that the same will be heard by the Honorable

Judge Bonner of Oklahoma County, in the County Courthouse, located at 321 Park Avenue, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73102, on the 6 day of January, 2026 at 1:30 o’clock p.m.; and that any person may file a written protest in the case, prior to the date set for hearing.

ANTHONY L. BONNER JR. RICK WARREN, Court Clerk By /s/Misty Zaragoza Deputy (SEAL)

Public Notice

(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, October 10, 2025; Friday, October 17, 2025; Friday, October 24, 2025)

Notice of Public Sale

A public sale will be held on November 6, 2025 at 11 am to satisfy the financial responsibility of all interested parties involved with 2014 Buick LaCrosse VIN 1G4GB5G35EF109124. Vehicle is currently located at 2618 S I35 Service Rd, OKC OK, 73129 which is also where the sale will occur. Anyone with financial interests please contact Arthur Hunt at 405-397-0789.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

BUILDING COMMISSION – CITY OF NICHOLS HILLS, OKLAHOMA

CERTIFICATE OF APPROVAL APPLICATION

Notice is hereby given that an Application for a Certificate of Approval from the Nichols Hills Building Commission has been filed by the following applicant as to the following project:

Applicant: Mathew & Emily Overland BC 2024-2(B)

Proposed project: Construction of a swimming pool for which a Certificate of Approval was previously approved on February 20th, 2024.

Proposed project’s address or descriptive location: 1810 Dorchester Drive

The Application and supporting documentation may be inspected in the office of the City Clerk during regular business hours. No later than the Friday preceding the hearing, the full application and supporting documents will be posted at www.nicholshills-ok.gov.

This Application will be considered at a public hearing to be held by the Nichols Hills Building Commission on Tuesday, October 21st,2025 at 4:00 p.m. This public hearing will be held in the Council Chambers at Nichols Hills City Hall, 6407 Avondale Drive, Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, 73116.

Any person objecting to or supporting this Application may appear before the Nichols Hills Building Commission on the above public hearing date and show cause why the proposed Application should be approved or disapproved. Further, written support or protest regarding the Application may be filed with the City Clerk at 6407 Avondale Drive, Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, 73116, provided it is received by the City Clerk not less than three days before the public hearing.

Dated this 25th day of September 2025

Amanda Copeland, City Clerk City of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BUILDING COMMISSION – CITY OF NICHOLS HILLS, OKLAHOMA CERTIFICATE OF APPROVAL APPLICATION

Notice is hereby given that an Application for a Certificate of Approval from the Nichols Hills Building Commission has been filed by the following applicant as to the following project: Applicant: EFH Investments BC-2025-19

Proposed project: Construction of a main dwelling.

Proposed project’s address or descriptive location: 1724 Huntington Avenue

This Application will be considered at a public hearing to be held by the Nichols Hills Building Commission on Tuesday, October 21st 2025, at 4:00 p.m. This public hearing will be held in the Council Chambers at Nichols Hills City Hall, 6407 Avondale Drive, Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, 73116.

Dated this 25th day of September 2025.

Amanda Copeland, City Clerk City of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma

The Museum of Pumpkinville

Pumpkinville, Myriad Botanical Gardens’ signature annual fall festival fundraiser, returns Oct. 3–26 with a new theme, The Museum of Pumpkinville, presented by OG&E. This year’s event will run an additional week and feature expanded hours, giving visitors more time to enjoy one of Oklahoma City’s most beloved autumn traditions.

See over 40,000 pumpkins, gourds, mums, and haybales on display. Nine different themed areas throughout the Children’s Garden area featuring types of museums including Art, Transportation, History, Bugs &

Insects, Science, Prehistory, Oceanography, Space, and Geology. Five custom-built pumpkin murals depicting a dreamcatcher, insect, pyramid, clownfish, and dinosaur. Ferns & Fossils exhibit inside the South Lobby of the Inasmuch Foundation Crystal Bridge Pumpkin and mum tree display inside the Inasmuch Foundation Crystal Bridge Conservatory.

For the first time, guests can purchase tickets online to streamline entry. Admission is $9 per person online or $10 at the gate for ages 3 and older. Children 2 and under are free. Myri-

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

BUILDING COMMISSION – CITY OF NICHOLS HILLS, OKLAHOMA

CERTIFICATE OF APPROVAL APPLICATION

Notice is hereby given that an Application for a Certificate of Approval from the Nichols Hills Building Commission has been filed by the following applicant as to the following project:

Applicant: EFH Investments BC-2025-18

Proposed project: Construction of a main dwelling.

Proposed project’s address or descriptive location: 1722 Huntington Avenue

Dated this 25th day of September 2025.

Amanda Copeland, City Clerk City of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma

ad Gardens members receive free admission and may also reserve passes online. Ticket and reservation links are available at myriadgardens.org/pumpkin ville

2025 Hours Sunday, Monday & Thursday, 10 am – 5 pm Friday & Saturday, 10 am – 8 pm Closed on Tuesday & Wednesday Proceeds from Pumpkinville benefit the Myriad Gardens Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to enhancing Oklahoma City’s educational, aesthetic, cultural, and economic development.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BUILDING COMMISSION – CITY OF NICHOLS HILLS, OKLAHOMA CERTIFICATE OF APPROVAL APPLICATION

Notice is hereby given that an Application for a Certificate of Approval from the Nichols Hills Building Commission has been filed by the following applicant as to the following project:

Applicant: Candelaria Design Build BC-2025-17

Proposed project: Construction of an addition to an existing main dwelling and an alteration more than 50 feet of the façade. Proposed project’s address or descriptive location: 6802 NW Grand Blvd

This Application will be considered at a public hearing to be held by the Nichols Hills Building Commission on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. This public hearing will be held in the Council Chambers at Nichols Hills City Hall, 6407 Avondale Drive, Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, 73116.

Dated this 25th day of September 2025

Amanda Copeland, City Clerk City of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma

Locally-owned Business Directory

Debbie South Metro First Realty @ Lake Hefner

3232 W Britton Rd, 277 Oklahoma City, OK.73120 (405) 706-9077

Full Circle Bookstore

1900 NW Expressway

Oklahoma City, OK 73118 (405) 842-2900 (800) 683-READ

Junior’s Supper Club

2601 NW Expressway Oil Center Building (405) 848-5597 juniorsokc.com

Boutique One

7636 N. Western Wilshire Village Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 888-9822

boutiqueone.store

The Learning Tree 7638 N. Western Wilshire Village (405) 848-1415 learningtreeokc.com

Nancy Farha’s 9205 N. Pennsylvania Casady Square

The Village, OK 73120 (405) 775-0404 nancyfarha.com

23rd Street Antiques

3023 NW 23rd. (405) 947-3800 Oklahoma City, OK 73107 Antiques23.com

Coyle Law Firm 125 Park Ave. No.100 Oklahoma City, OK 73102 (405) 583-3909 coylelaw.com

Gulfport Seafood Market 8016 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 848-3468 Gulfportseafoods.com

Moorman's Distinctive Carpets and Area Rugs 3835 NW 63rd St. Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 848-4888 moormanscarpetsoklahoma city.com

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

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

Justin Beasley, DDS 4600 W Memorial Rd. Oklahoma City, OK 73142 (405) 755-5400 drbeasley.com

Cindi Shelby, Stylist Lela Rose & Pearl by Lela Rose 333 W. Wilshire Blvd., Ste. F Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 830-1138

Quail Plaza Barber Shop 10940 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (495) 751-2126

All About Travel, Ltd. 6104 Northwest 63 Oklahoma City, OK 73132 (405) 384-3880 www.allabout-travel.com

Papa Dios 10712 N May, Suite D Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 755-2255 papadiosokc.com

First Fidelity Bank 6404 Avondale, Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 416-2222 Website: ffb.com

Denner Roofing Co. LLC 6608 N. Western Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 848-4411 dennerroofing.com

The Adult Clinic at Hearts for Hearing 11500 N. Portland Ave. OKC, OK 73120 (405) 548-4335

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

Paul Seikel Pearls Oyster Bar 5641 N. Classen Blvd. Oklahoma City, OK 73118 (405) 848-8008 pearlsokc.com

Basey's Roofing Gary Basey 2700 S. May Ave. Okla City, OK 73109 (405)755-8717 baseysroofingjs@gmail.com

Niroula Law 511 Couch Dr., No. 300 Oklahoma City, OK 73102 (405) 496-9250 niroulalaw.com

OKC FRIDAY P.O. Box 20340 Oklahoma City, OK 73156 (405) 755-3311 okcfriday.com

Strebel Creek Vineyard & Gift Shop 11521 North MacArthur Blvd. Okla. City, OK 73162 (405) 720-7779 Fri. 1-5 pm, Sat. 10-5 pm, Sun. 2-5 pm FB. Strebel Creek Navigating Medicare 2232 W. Hefner Road Suite A. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 842-0494 navigatingmedicare.com

OPINION OPINION O O UR UR S S TAND 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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core infrastructure. And it does so without raising the property tax rate. We encourage all voters to come out on Oct. 14.”

Projects on the ballot

The bond package includes:

• $1.35 billion for streets: 382 total street projects.

• 184 arterial resurfacing projects.

• 33 residential resurfacing projects.

• 27 street widening projects.

• 25 sidewalk projects.

• 13 street enhance-

• $414.29 million for Parks & Recreational Facilities: 31 parks and facilities projects and one trail project.

• Improvements, renovations and/or expansion to the Hefner Golf Clubhouse, Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark, Bricktown Canal, Civic Center Music Hall, USA Softball Complex, RIVERSPORT Rapids/Regatta Park, Myriad Botanical Gardens, OKC Fair Park promenade connector and the multipurpose stadium (phase 2).

• Improvements to NW Optimist Community Center, Will

Rogers Senior Center and aquatic center, dog park in South Lakes Park, McKinley Park event center, Northeast Community Center, and maintenance facilities.

• Improvements for Will Rogers Gardens, Martin Park Nature Center, H.B. Parsons Fish Hatchery, Trosper Golf Course, athletic fields at Wheeler Park, Earlywine Park, Route 66 Park, Kupper Softball Complex, athletic fields renovations citywide and youth center(s).

• Development of Swisher Park.

• Deep Fork Trail phases 2 and 3.

• $175 million for economic and community development — citywide economic development and affordable housing programs.

• $140.44 million for

Drainage Control: 44 drainage improvement projects.

• $130 million for Fire Facilities: 7 fire facilities and maintenance projects.

• New training center for fire and police crews.

• New fleet logistics facility at SW 15 and S Portland Avenue.

• New fire station in west Oklahoma City.

• New fire station near NE 125 and Eastern Avenue.

• New fire station near Reno Avenue and Frisco Road.

• Renovation of Fire Station No. 30.

• Renovations to fire stations citywide.

• $129.67 million for Transit & Parking — three projects.

• New transit operations and maintenance headquarters facility.

• New downtown parking garage to

Dear Wise Elder: : I am an adult who wants to age successfully. I’m looking for trustworthy businesses for the services both my aging mother and I need. Where shall I look?

Dear Looking: Oklahoma City and our state has many high quality, businesses who love serving those who are age 50 and above. Becoming informed, personally meeting the business representatives is the best way to consider the various options and make wise choices. Saturday, Oct. 18 there is a free, one-day event held at

replace the Myriad Convention Center parking facility.

• Modernization of EMBARK’s transit fleet.

• $107.34 million for Police, Municipal Courts and Family Justice Facilities: 4 public safety projects.

• New police and court annex located across from headquarters.

• New police station in west Oklahoma City.

• New parking garage for police, courts and visitors.

• Enhanced security, tech and training equipment at the new Family Justice Center operated by Palomar.

• $90.6 million for bridges: 25 bridge projects.

• $81 million for traffic systems: 25 intersection improvement projects, including new traffic signals and upgrades.

the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum from 8 am-1 pm. Here you can meet 100 businesses that serve mature adults. The event is called Second Half Expo. Here you can collect information, have face-toface meetings with business leaders, and listen to live presentations. As a bonus, attendees can tour the museum at no charge until close. VillagesOKC volunteers will be there to greet you and answer questions.

- Courtesy VillagesOKC, VillagesOKC.org (405) 990 6637

• $52.48 million for Libraries & Learning Centers: 7 projects.

• Exterior improvements to the Ronald J. Norick Downtown Library.

• Roof renovations at Patience S. Latting Northwest Library, Southwest OKC Library and Southern Oaks Library.

• Ralph Elison Library expansion.

• New library located in west Oklahoma City.

• Clara Luper Civil Rights Center exhibit and archival space expansion.

• $47 million for City Maintenance, Data & Services Facilities: 17 city facilities and maintenance projects.

Visit okc.gov/bond 25 to see a project map, sample ballot and more resources.

Honor Code

Freshmen and new Upper Division students officially signed the Honor Code during chapel, pledging to support the school, uphold academic integrity, and hold one another accountable. Created by students, for students, the Honor Code is more than rules, it’s a shared commitment to what it means to be a member of the Casady Community. Sophomores, juniors, and seniors watched the ceremony, reflecting on the same values they pledged to uphold, making this tradition a unifying moment for the entire Upper Division. Above: Israel Adenikinju signs the code

Four are named honors lists at Southern NHU

Three Fridayland students — A liyah Johnson, Shakea Williams and Laquinasey Knight — have been named to the summer 2025 President’s List at Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU).

Full-time undergraduate students who have earned a minimum grade-point average of 3.700 and above for the reporting term are named to the President's List. Full-time status is achieved by earning 12 credits over each 16-week term or paired 8-week terms grouped in fall, winter/spring, and summer.

NyQuisha McNeill has been been named to Southern New Hampshire University's Summer 2025 Dean's List. The summer terms run from May to August.

Full-time undergraduate students who have earned a minimum grade-point average of 3.500 to 3.699 for the reporting term are named to the Dean's List. Full-time status is achieved by earning 12 credits over each 16week term or paired 8-week terms grouped in fall, winter/spring, and summer.

Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) is a private, nonprofit, accredited institution with a 92-year history of educating traditional-aged students and working adults. Now serving more than 200,000 learners worldwide, SNHU offers approximately 200 undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs, available online and on its 300-acre campus in Manchester, NH.

Recognized as one of the "Most Innovative" regional universities by U.S. News & World Report and one of the fastest-growing universities in the country, SNHU is committed to expanding access to high quality, affordable pathways that meet the needs of each learner.

241 raises funds for medical research

The Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation raised $870,000 this week from a golf tournament and a concert by Three Dog Night. Proceeds support medical research at the Oklahoma City nonprofit.

A wine and food festival accompanied the classic rock band’s performance Sunday, Oct. 5, at OMRF as the first part of the foundation’s annual “241” fundraiser – two events for one great cause. Three Dog Night performed from their catalog of hits, including “Joy to the World” and “Mama Told Me Not to Come.”

A golf tournament Monday at Gaillardia Country Club in Oklahoma City concluded the fundraiser. This was OMRF’s 12th year to hold the benefit. During that time, 241 has raised nearly $8.5 million to recruit and retain scientists and to help fund research projects in areas including cancer, heart disease and stroke, multiple sclerosis, and diseases of aging. The amount raised

from this year’s fundraiser broke last year’s previous record of $852,000.

“We couldn’t be more thankful for our loyal donors and for the new supporters who joined us at this year’s 241 events,” said OMRF President Andrew Weyrich, Ph.D. “Their generosity provides our scientists with critical resources to help people live longer, healthier lives.”

This year’s events involved nearly 170 sponsors. Sponsorship chairmen were Bruce and Sheryl Benbrook of Woodward.

“We always love attending 241 for the food, the camaraderie and the fantastic music,” Bruce Benbrook said. “Beyond that, as a longtime OMRF Board member, I understand the crucial role this event plays in helping the foundation carry out its mission, so it’s been a privilege to serve this year in a leadership capacity.”

For more information about 241, visit omrf.org/241.

OMRF Board Chairman Len Cason and wife Donna pose with members of Three Dog Night before the band performed during the foundation's 241 event. Three Dog Night performed from their catalog of hits, including “Joy to the World” and “Mama Told Me Not to Come.” For more photos, see the October 24 edition.

The team of David Thompson, Jeff Thompson, Bill Funke and Mark Funke competed during OMRF's 241 golf tournament at Gaillardia Country Club.

the existing North Side YMCA adjacent to the school’s campus.

Casady leadership is aware of the YMCA’s desire to sell the prop-

erty and while conversations are ongoing, they are not at liberty to discuss until everything is finalized. The new YMCA is to be constructed on property donated by Love’s Travel Stops, which said in a statement, “Love’s is very

excited to be a part of this project as the North Side YMCA has proudly served the community surrounding our corporate offices for decades. We look forward to being a part of this new reimagined facility.”

When it opens in

2028-2029, the new YMCA will have a unique location near some of the wealthiest neighborhoods in the metro yet just blocks from some of the most impoverished neighborhoods in the metro.

“The North Side Y sits at the center of an incredibly diverse area in the metro,” said Corey Cargill, associate director of communications for the YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City. “The new facility will allow us to continue to serve as a community hub where people of all walks of life can come together to find places of belonging.”

The facility expands the Y’s ability to serve through a new DHSlicensed early center, additional group exercise studios, a community kitchen, expanded food pantry, intergeneration spaces for social and emotional connections, a family and therapy pool, walking track and expanded school-

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age childcare space.

“This incredible expansion will stay accessible through competitive fees and a robust financial assistance program, ensuring no one is ever turned away due to their inability to pay,” said Cargill. “Additional plans for the new North Side YMCA include a four-lane lap pool, family pool with spray features, a gymnasium with an indoor track, and large fitness center with strength and cardio equipment.”

Other amenities include three studios to expand group fitness offerings, an early learning center for 120 children, additional youth-centered spaces to support after-school care and summer day camps, drop-in child care and an adventure center for children.

The cost of the overall project is $37 million. Through various partnerships and other funding sources, the

interior of the home was in deplorable condition.

“The dogs were found in separate rooms, with some being found in the living and kitchen area and others in the two bedrooms and garage,” said Village Police Chief Russ Landon. “There were no cages or kennels, and the dogs were free to roam around whatever space they had in the room to which they were confined.”

The dogs had no access to food or water, and no animals were found in the backyard.

Police had to call employees of the Public Works Department to help take custody of the dogs.

“It took about three hours and several trips to our animal shelter to get all of the dogs out of the house,” said Landon. “The dogs are currently housed at our shelter, and we are reviewing the legalities of trying to get them fostered so they can be properly cared for.”

The city’s Animal Welfare Shelter has room to accommodate about eight animals in runs and six cats in cat condos.

According to the city’s ordinance on dog ownership, only four adult dogs

YMCA seeks to raise $15 million with fundraising from corporations, foundations and invested community members. To date, the Y has raised $9.5 million. Construction on the project can begin once the YMCA raises 80 percent or more of the total project cost through all sources. The North Side campaign chairman is Doug Stussi, a longtime member, donor and advocate of the YMCA. Bill Snipes and Tricia Everest serve as campaign chairmen for the overall campaign efforts for all current projects.

YMCA officials expect the North Side YMCA membership and participation in offerings to more than double and possibly triple with the new facilities and amenities like it has experienced with the Edmond Mitch Park location which opened in 2014.

can be owned by a resident.

Nearly two hours after officers started the dog rescue two residents, a 57year-old female and 59-year-old male returned to the home. They were arrested on multiple charges of felony animal cruelty and booked into the Oklahoma County Jail.

The pair face imprisonment in the state penitentiary not exceeding five years, or by imprisonment in the county jail not exceeding one year, or by fine not exceeding $5,000.

“Our investigators will be collaborating with the district attorney’s office on what specific charges and how many counts they will officially file on the individuals,” said Landon. “We put them in jail with a probable cause affidavit, but the DA’s office determines what the official charges they intend to prosecute the individuals will be.”

As of late last week, both individuals were being held at the Oklahoma County Detention Center with a $3,000 bond.

The Village Animal Shelter, 1701 NW 115, is open Monday through Thursday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. and Friday 8 a.m.-noon. Adoptable pets are fully vaccinated and spayed/neutered. Adoption fees are currently waived. To learn more visit thevillageok.gov.