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October 16, 2026

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Casey Moore new Village manager By Eric Oesch Staff Writer The Village City Council formally approved the hiring of Casey Moore Monday night as the city’s sixth city manager. Moore was previously the director of management services for the City of Edmond.

Moore begins his duties as city manager on Nov. 9. He will have several weeks working alongside current City Manager Dave Slezickey before he leaves the position after serving three and a half years to become city manager for Nichols Hills. This is to be Moore’s first position with the title of city manager.

Slezickey said the city received 27 applicants for The Village city manager position. City officials conducted a localized search before identifying five candidates as high caliber for interviews. Moore was interviewed in person before the city council while See VILLAGE, Page 12

CHUCK WIGGIN

SARAH ROBERTS Vice President of Programs Inasmuch Foundation Where did you grow up, and do you have a favorite childhood memory? I grew up in Oklahoma City and attended Christ the King and McGuinness. My favorite childhood memories revolve around imagining and exploring with my sister, Shannon, who is still my best friend. My husband, Hayden and I were high school sweethearts so meeting him at age 15 is an amazing, core memory too. What did you want to be when you grew up? I had all kinds of plans from becoming an obstetrician to being an international lawyer. After changing majors a couple of times, I ended up majoring in government with a teaching degree and taught fifth grade for several years before moving back to Oklahoma City to begin working at Inasmuch Foundation. What are you most passionate about professionally? Leadership, Oklahoma City and the nonprofit sector are my passions. Working at Inasmuch Foundation for 20-plus years has given me a front row seat to the dedication, care and concern that local nonprofit professionals apply to their work every single day. Has your definition of success changed as you’ve developed your career? Definitely! The majority of my success has been trial See PYSK, Page 7

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the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum in 2007, there were only three women among a group of about 75 members. “That first year, I did a lot of listening and asked a lot of questions,” she said. Founded in 1955 as the Cowboy Hall of Fame and Museum, it was renamed later that year to the National Cowboy Hall of Fame and Museum. In 1960, it was again renamed. This time it became the National Cowboy Hall

Before the musicians take the stage, before the audience enters the concert hall, and before the music reaches your ears, someone helps make that moment possible. For generations, community support has sustained the work of the orchestra, inside and outside the concert hall. This Saturday, Oklahoma City Philharmonic celebrates one of the people who has helped bring music to life at the 10th Annual 2026 Maestro’s Ball, honoring Chuck Wiggin as this year’s Maestro’s Circle inductee. The celebration takes place at the Oklahoma City Golf

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Chargers net regional title The Heritage Hall volleyball team cruised to a 3-0 sweep over Verdigris last week to claim a Class 4A regional championship. The No. 2 Chargers, along with Fridayland rival and top seed Mount St. Mary, compete this weekend at the state tournament in Claremore. Crossings Christian and Casady also earned spots in the 3A tournament. The No. 3 Knights go for their second title since 2017, while the No. 4 Cyclones attempt to repeat as champs. See Sports, Page 5.

Society tells story of women in the west By Rose Lane Editor The role of women in the west must also be told, says Annie Oakley Society founder Cathy Keating. “Not only was it needed, it was necessary to tell the story of the women,” she said. This year’s Annie Oakley Society Luncheon is set for Thursday, Nov. 11, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum. When Cathy joined the board of

Add your ID to your wallet Oklahomans now have another secure and convenient way to carry and present their identity. Eligible Android users can add their Oklahoma driver license or state ID to Google Wallet. The launch expands digital ID access to more Oklahomans and gives customers more choice in how they securely carry See ID, Page 7

FRIDAY’s Dogs of the Week

Laddie Boy and Lazlo are the “Parish Pups” of St. Eugene Catholic Church in The Village. Laddie Boy (Airedale) belongs to the pastor, Fr. Jim Goins and Lazlo (Vizla) belongs to former associate pastor, Fr. Jerome Krug. They’ve grown up at St. Eugene, you can constantly find them frolicking out on the soccer field or playing with the kids around the school playground. They may have been known to take a school lunch or two. But they would say it was an accident. You can find them on the staff page of the parish website, and although they work around here, they prefer to be paid in treats. Email Pet of the Week submissions to rose@okcfriday.com.

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SOCIETY From Page 1 of Fame and Western Heritage Center. The doors to the Cowboy opened on July 26, 1965. It adopted its current name, the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, on Nov. 16, 2002, after receiving full accreditation from the American Alliance of Museums. This came after Ed Gaylord said in reference to the prior monikers, “We’ve become much more than this.” Cathy said this helped to propel the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum more into the national arena. She had to receive permission from the board to form a society for women, which happened in 2011. “I think everyone understood the passion, purpose and need to tell this story,” she said. Annie Oakley was a western entertainer who overcame a childhood of poverty and later teen-age marriage which was marked by abuse. She survived by hunting her own food and became a sharp shooter. “She also offered to train the military in shooting a rifle during World War I, but they turned her

down.” Annie championed women’s rights to vote. Everything she did, Cathy said, was with elegance, but she never compromised her values. “She was one special lady,” Cathy said. “She changed the way the world looked at women and their successes.” In forming the Annie Oakley Society, Cathy said the mission was to honor women who had significant achievements and

goals. Lynn Friess was a member of the Cowboy Board and became Cathy’s “co-conspirator.” Next, they went to the late Judy Love and asked her to host a luncheon in her home. Then, a call was made to Larry Nichols who secured the support of his wife Polly. Judy Hatfield came on board later. Cathy, Lynn and Judy continue to spearhead the organization. To become a founding member of

the society, the dues were $10,000 a year. Cathy wrote a poem which began with We are women, hear us roar ... “ In 2011, the first luncheon was held at the Cowboy. That event netted $500,000 and Saundra Day O’Connor was honored. Over the years, the Annie Oakley Society has raised $20 million for the museum. To this year, Cathy said the society has never paid a speaker and has had such celebrities and

professionals as speakers and honorees as Reba McEntire, Kathie Lee Gifford and Saundra Day O’Connor. The 2026 luncheon recognizes Audrey Franz, Cheryl McMullen, Hedy Carter and Margie McMullen, the visionary family who transformed Double D Ranch into one of the most distinctive and influential brands in contemporary western fashion, with the Annie Oakley Award. Linsay Rosser Sumpter is to re-

ceive the Annie Oakley Society’s Trailblazer Award, and Courtenay DeHoff, known as the Fancy Lady Cowgirl and the society’s 2025 Trailblazer honoree, is to serve as emcee. For more information on this year’s luncheon, visit nationalcowboymuseum.org/ann ie-oakleysociety/luncheon. “I cannot tell you how much fun it has been,” Cathy said. “The Annie Oakley Society has brought the presence of women to life.”

Miss OKC: Helping others to embrace their uniqueness “You are too image prestall; you’ll never sures, and 2.9% make it as a of the general dancer.” population is afThose are the fected by body harsh words dysmorphia. I spoken by have already others toward begun creating Delaney Walker, meaningful imMiss OKC 2027. pact and will She has never continue to exlet those words pand that work slow her down. as Miss OklaInstead, she has homa City.” chosen to use Ms. Walker’s them as fuel to goal is to inspire drive her sucand help others cesses and to to reach for encourage their dreams no others to emmatter what brace their others believe or uniqueness. say about them. DELANEY WALKER Dance was Ms. As Miss OklaMiss Oklahoma City 2027 Walker’s talent homa City, she is in this year’s working to bring Miss OKC 2027 competition. awareness to her Community Ms. Walker stated, “Negative Service Initiative while speaking comments and ridicule tore me at schools and community events. down, lowered my mental health, She is focused on engaging stuand could have destroyed my dents to help build their self-conlove of dance. I have literally fidence and to empower them to been a head taller than everyone embrace what makes them in the room and worked hard to unique. “There is no such thing overcome the perception that I as a dancer's body, only bodies don’t meet the standard of an that dance,” she stated. ideal “dancer’s body. I’ve learned Ms. Walker is preparing to to embrace my uniqueness and compete next summer for the want to help others do the same.” title of Miss Oklahoma 2027. Miss OKC 2027 is an accomThe Miss Oklahoma City Orplished dancer focused on enganization has existed for 104 couraging others to tap into their years and recently provided over individuality, break societal body $100,000 in educational scholarimage pressures, and prioritize ship opportunities through a coltheir mental health through her laboration with Oklahoma City Community Service Initiative, Community College. Tap N2 Your Uniqueness. The Miss Oklahoma City Or“Tap N2 Your Uniqueness is ganization is part of The Miss designed to encourage everyone Oklahoma Organization. The to tap into their individuality, Miss Oklahoma Organization break societal body image presoffers over $2,000,000 in cash sures, and prioritize their mental and in-kind scholarships annually health. Nine percent of Oklahoto delegates statewide and is mans are struggling with an eatpart of The Miss America Organiing disorder related to body zation.

Obituary

October 16, 2026

Suzanne Marie Adkins March 21, 1939 -October 2, 2026 It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden but peaceful passing of our loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and aunt at age 87 on Oct. 2, 2026. Suzanne Marie Stephan was born the second of five children of Floyd and Madeline Stephan on March 21, 1939 in Marietta, Ohio. Suzanne (Suzi) attended both Marietta High School, in Ohio and Williamstown High School, in W. Va. She was an enthusiastic cheerleader for both schools and Homecoming Princess at Williamstown High School. Suzi attended Ohio University. She was on the synchronized swimming team as well as a majorette. She transferred to Marietta College her junior year where she met the love of her life, Stephen Adkins. They

SUZANNE MARIE ADKINS were married on June 18, 1960 and happily so, for 66 years. They have three children Stephanie, Melissa and Stephen II. Steve’s work took them to Tulsa, Wichita, Kans. and eventually settling in Oklahoma City in 1970. They have been deeply rooted in Oklahoma City ever since. She was a proud Sooner but never forgot her West Virgina roots.

Suzi volunteered with several organizations. She was Troop Leader for both Brownies and Girl Scout Troops at Stonegate Elementary, PTA president at Dewey 5th Year Center and contributed many hours to the Booster Club at Heritage Hall. She was president of Oklahoma City Metropolitan Ballet Guild under Conrad and Joy Feldman Ludlow in 1976-77. Suzi continued her volunteer work as director and co-chairman of the Oklahoma City Symphony Showhouse in 1996-97. She was a volunteer at Mercy Hospital, and most recently served as social chairman and treasurer for the Hawthorne Homeowners Association. Suzi was a fierce business woman. In addition to raising a family, she was a realtor with Harold Jones Realty. Suzi also owned and operated Standard Decorating for a number of years. In 1978, Suzi and Steve were partners in establishing Adko, Inc., where she was the

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master of all things financial. Always up for an adventure, Suzi and Steve traveled to many destinations, including Mexico, France, Spain, Eleuthera, Bahamas and the Turks & Caicos Islands. Their love for adventure started camping locally with friends, their children and grandchildren. Eventually they purchased their lake house, “Suits Us,” at Lake Tenkiller. Suits Us has become the center of lasting family memories. Suzi left the following note: “My greatest blessings are my husband of 6? years, my three children, seven grandchildren and ? great grandchildren.” Suzanne is preceded in death by her father Floyd Stephan, mother Madeline Stephan and brother Dan Stephan, wife Rita Stephan and nephew Mark Stephan. She is survived by her husband, Stephan Adkins, her children Stephanie Camozzi, Melissa Musgrave, husband Craig Musgrave, and Stephen

Adkins II, spouse Mindi White. She will be dearly missed by her grandchildren Chase Camozzi, Kent Camozzi, Kurtis Kunz, wife Taylor Kunz, Katarina Tate, husband Carter Tate, Madeline Musgrave, Savannah Adkins, Lane Adkins, her great grandchild, Sloane Kunz, her sister, Sharon Reagan, husband Charles Reagan, brother, Louis Stephan, wife Rita Stephan, brother, David Stephan, wife Patricia Stephan and her sister-in-law, Judith Segall, as well as, many nieces and nephews. The memorial service was held at Crossings Chapel on Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026 at 3 p.m., 14600 N. Portland Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73134. Suzi Adkins supported NAMI, the organization supporting mental health. Donations can be made to NAMI at the following link:namigreaterokc.org/ get-involved/donate/ or donations can be mailed to: NAMI Greater OKC, P.O. Box 5304, Edmond, OK 73083.

Annie Oakley At left: In 2024, presenting Annie Oakley Award to Kathie Lee Gifford, are, from left, Annie Oakley Society Chairmen Lynn Friess and Cathy Keating, Kathie Lee Gifford, Julie Twilley and Chairman Judy Hatfield.

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Football | Week 7 Preview: Dickson at Crossings Christian, 7 p.m. Thursday

Knights look for 2nd straight win against Dickson

By Jason Jewell Sports Editor Coming off a big win last week, the Crossings Christian football team saw some of their hard work begin to pay off. The Knights hoped to continue that momentum last Thursday in a key district matchup against Dickson on Fall Break weekend at Knights Stadium. “It was really encouraging for our kids to get a win last week,” said coach Travis Wike. “We

keep building and improving each week. It’s good to see the payoff for their hard work.” Crossings Christian (2-4, 1-2 District 2A-I-2) cruised to a 49-0 victory at Little Axe in Week 6. Tailback Sam Neher led the way with two rushing touchdowns. Linebacker Grayson Danner and safety Brooks Ryan provided defensive scores, as Danner recovered a fumble in the end zone and Ryan returned an in-

Week 7 Schedule Thursday, October 15 Casady at Chandler Dickson at Crossings Christian Deer Creek at Enid Heritage Hall at Locust Grove North Rock Creek at Mount St. Mary Friday, October 16 Atlas, Texas at John Marshall Tulsa Memorial at McGuinness PC North at Choctaw Note: All games start at 7 p.m., unless noted.

terception for a TD. Dickson (4-2, 1-2) secured its first district win with a 48-7

triumph against Lindsay. “They are a great experienced squad,”

Wike said. “They really can spread you out with a lot of good skill players. We’re always excited to play them.” Quarterback Micah Shadid leads the Crossings Christian offense, along with tailback Neher and James Graham. Receivers Wyatt Dalton and Hudson Holloman, each returning from various injuries, provide good targets for Shadid. Eli Dalton joins Danner and Ryan to help anchor the defense at linebacker,

while Paxton Dunn and Graham provide pressure from their defensive end spots. In other Week 7 games, Mount St. Mary hosted North Rock Creek in an important district contest on Thursday. Casady headed to Chandler, as Heritage Hall traveled to Locust Grove and Deer Creek visited Enid. On Friday, John Marshall entertains Atlas, Texas and McGuinness hosts Tulsa Memorial. PC North hits the road to Choctaw.

Football | Week 6 Roundup

Panthers dominate Lawton Ike By Jason Jewell Sports Editor

PC North defensive end Mosley Robinson (92) brings down Lawton Ike quarterback Reinaldo Santiago during last Friday’s district game.

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After struggling through the first half of the season, the PC North football team got a muchneeded dominating 63-7 victory against Lawton Eisenhower last Friday night at Panthers Stadium. “Our guys have fought so hard,” coach Brian Lockart said after the game. “I was so happy to see them get a win. We’re definitely going to celebrate it.” The Panthers (1-5, 1-1 District 6A-II-1) jumped out to an early lead with four touchdowns in the first half. In just his first start, quarterback Vai Toles accounted for seven touchdowns, including TD passes to four different receivers. The junior tossed a 6-yard screen to Jaelen Taylor and followed it with a 45-yard bomb to Zak Pettie, a 4-yard scramble and a 58yard completion to Gavin Davis to close out the first half. PC North con-

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PC North’s Zach Pettie fights through an arm tackle by Lawton Ike’s Evan Bohannon. Pettie caught a 45-yard touchdown in the Panthers’ 63-7 win. tinued to pour on the points in the second half, with a good combination of solid offense and a suffocating defense. “We played much more complementary football in the second half,” the coach told FRIDAY. “We finished the right way.” Toles connected with Rhylen Harris on a 14-yard touch-

down to open the third quarter. Tailback Jasiah Davis got in the scoring column with a 1yard dive, while Toles hit Jaiden Cherry for a 22-yard pass and ran for an 8-yard score. Linebacker Antwan Berry ended the night with a 30-yard fumble return for a touchdown.

Chargers rout Bristow Heritage Hall erupted for 27 points in the first quarter on the way to a 5123 win over Bristow at Pop Murray Field. Max Everett enjoyed a big night for the Chargers (4-2, 30 3A-3) with three touchdown runs. Story continued at OKCFRIDAY.com.

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October 16, 2026

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Volleyball Roundup

Rockets, Chargers among Knights, Cyclones gear up favorites at 4A tourney for chance to win 3A title By Jason Jewell Sports Editor On the heels of dominating wins in the regional tournaments, both the Mount St. Mary and Heritage Hall volleyball enter the Class 4A state tournament this weekend as favorites

hoist a trophy on Saturday. The top-seeded Rockets (31-9) opened last Thursday morning against Weatherford at Claremore High School. A win puts them in the semifinals at 1:30 p.m. Friday against the Metro

Heritage Hall’s Sam Scott prepares to serve against Verdigris.

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Christian-Victory Christian winner. The No. 2 Chargers (30-4) played on the bottom half of the bracket with a quarterfinal match against Oologah-Talala on Thursday afternoon. The winner advances to the second semifinal at 3:30 p.m. Friday against either OCS or Holland Hall. The championship match is set for 1:30 p.m. Saturday, also at Claremore. Mount St. Mary, which finished runner-up to McGuinness in the 5A final last year, isn’t taking any wins for granted. “We really try to stay focused on the task at hand,” said Rockets coach James Ward. “We believe we’ve done everything possible to prepare for this moment.” Story continued at OKCFRIDAY.com.

Softball Roundup Antlers fall to Southmoore Despite erupting for 11 runs in the first four innings, the Deer Creek softball team saw its season end in a wild 15-14 loss to host Southmoore last week in a Class 6A regional final. Avery Atkins enjoyed a big day for the Antlers (14-19), belting four hits, including two doubles and a triple, to along with five runs batted in (RBIs) and three runs scored. Chaynie Stoner recorded a double, three RBIs and two runs scored. Avery McGuire singled and scored twice, while Chloe Laskie drove in a run and scored

By Jason Jewell Sports Editor After cruising through their regional tournaments, the Crossings Christian and Casady volleyball teams compete for the Class 3A championship this weekend in the state tournament. The third-seeded Knights (22-7) faced Christian Heritage last Thursday morning in a quarterfinal at Catoosa High School. With a win, they move on to the semifinals on Friday at

9:30 a.m. against the winner of Chouteau-Mazie and Cascia Hall at Claremore. The No. 4 Cyclones, which claimed their first state title last season, played the final quarterfinal on Thursday against Southwest Covenant. The winner advances to the other semifinal at 11:30 a.m. Friday against top-ranked Community Christian or Rejoice Christian. Semifinal winners meet at 11 a.m. for a state championship

Irish claim 5A regional title McGuinness’ goal of a second straight Class 5A state volleyball championship remains alive, as it claimed a regional title last Monday. The top-ranked Irish (25-8) cruised to a 3-0 sweep over

at Claremore. Crossings Christian, which won state nearly a decade ago and makes its seventh appearance at state, feels ready for the challenge. “We are very confident,” said coach Chris Coffman. “We understand that the path to the championship will not be easy. The team's focus in practice has been excellent. They want to bring home a championship and they are ready to compete for it.” Story continued at OKCFRIDAY.com.

Sapulpa in the final, following a dominating 3-0 victory against Santa Fe South. Deer Creek and PC North competed in 6A regionals on Tuesday, as the Antlers played at Edmond Memorial and the Panthers were at Jenks. Both 5A and 6A state tournaments take place next weekend in Tulsa.

Cross Country Roundup another. Pitcher Bella Owens allowed nine runs on seven hits and struck out one over five innings. Deer Creek opened the regional with a 16-3 victory against Jenks, before losing 15-6 to Southmoore in the semifinal.

3A, 4A teams head to regionals

Lone Grove blanks Rockets

Both boys and girls cross country teams from Casady, Crossings Christian, Harding Charter Prep, Heritage Hall, John Marshall and Mount St. Mary compete at Class 3A and 4A regionals this Saturday. Heritage Hall and John Marshall head

Mount St. Mary mustered just a hit over two games in a 4A Super Regional loss at Lone Grove. The Rockets committed six errors and didn’t record a hit in the 17-0 setback in Game 2. Pitcher Maddie Jones got roughed up for 11 runs on eight hits with four strikeouts over two innings. Story continued at OKCFRIDAY.com.

to Bridge Creek for 4A regionals, as Harding Prep and Mount St. Mary travels to Waurika. Meanwhile, Casady also takes part in a 3A meet at Bridge Creek, and Crossings Christian ventures to Oklahoma Bible in Enid. The 3A and 4A state championships are set for Oct. 24 at Carl Albert. Teams from 5A and 6A compete in regionals next week, with state on Oct. 31 at Edmond Santa Fe.

Chargers sweep OK Runner titles With a combined nine athletes in the top 10, the Heritage Hall boys and girls squads ran to smallschool division titles at the OK Runner Classic in Norman. Dylan Orcutt completed the 5-kilometer course at Irving Middle School in 17:01.82 to capture the individual championship in the Class 3A/4A division. Story continued at OKCFRIDAY.com.

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FESTIVALS Through Oct. 25 • Pumpkinville Pumpkinville trans­ forms Myriad Botani­ cal Gardens into a colorful fall destina­ tion featuring thou­ sands of pumpkins, seasonal displays, family activities, and larger­than­life pump­ kin murals inspired by some of Route 66's most recognizable landmarks. This year’s theme is Road to Route 66 paying trib­ ute to the highway that helped define the American road trip. Festival is open 10 am to 5 pm on Thursdays, Sundays and Mondays with extended hours 10 am to 8 pm on Fri­ days and Saturdays. More info at myri­ adgardens.org. Oct. 22 • HalloWest Celebrate Halloween with a Western twist at HalloWest. Guests can enjoy trick­or­ treating through Pros­ perity Junction, Halloween crafts, face painting, fast­draw tar­ get practice, Western dancing and spooky Western stories. Meet Chester Scissortail, the Museum’s mascot, and collect candy and non­candy treats while supplies last. Advance tickets are available but not required. Na­ tional Cowboy & Western Heritage Mu­ seum hosts this event from 5:30 – 8 pm.

THIS WEEKEND

Oct. 15­18 • OK!toberfest Oktoberfest is the annual festival in Munich, Germany, held over a two­week period, end­ ing the first Sunday in October. Many festivals of this kind have been held all over the United States ever since. Old Germany res­ taurant in the small town of Choctaw, Okla­ homa hosted Oktoberfest for over 27 years, with attendance growing to more than 40,000. OKC Fair Park, in collaboration with Mike and Sammie Turek, are bringing that au­ thentic German festival atmosphere to Okla­ homa City this weekend with German beer and wine, to bratwurst and sauerkraut. Fri­ day 5 pm to midnight, Saturday noon to mid­ night and Sunday noon to 6 pm. Advance tickets are $12 and at the gate $14. Visit okcfairpark.com/Oktoberfest/ for details. Oct. 16­17 • OAKtober OAK, the 20­acre mixed­use destination in Oklahoma City, is launching its inaugural OAKtober, a European­ inspired harvest mar­ ket in Heartwood Park, over two weekends: Oct. 16­17 and Oct. 23­24, from 7 to 10 pm each night.

and 1 – 6 pm on Sun­ days, 1349 E. Wilshire Blvd. More info at wingsok.org.

Oct. 17 • Red Earth FallFest Scissortail Park hosts this festival from 10 am to 5 pm where guest can shop the Native art market, enjoy food trucks throughout the day, watch the Youth Pow­ wow, visit the Scissor­ tail Park Farmers Market in the morn­ ing, and enjoy the park's playground and open green space.

Oct. 17 • Indigo Girls See the Indigo Girls with Linda Perry at The Criterion. Visit criterionokc.com for tickets.

Through Oct. 18 • Wings Fall Festival Wings Special Needs Community is hosting its annual Fall Festival from 10 am­ 6 pm Fri­ days and Saturdays

Oct. 17 • Stockyards Stampede Stockyards City Main Street hosts its annual Stockyards Stampede Saturday, Oct. 17. Events take place until 4 pm.

OKC THUNDER HOME GAMES

Paycom Center 100 West Reno Ave. Thursday, Oct. 22 • Denver Nuggets 8:30 pm Sunday, Oct. 25 • LA Clippers 6:00 pm Monday, Oct. 26 • Phoenix Suns 7:00 pm

To Make the World Quiet Oklahoma City based writer and director Laron Chapman starts production on his latest feature film next week. The film is a psychological thriller called To Make the World Quiet. The production will film in locations across Oklahoma City for the next month. To Make the World Quiet is a thriller that combines elements of urban cinema, sci-fi, horror, mystery, and drama to create an exciting hybrid type of movie. The story is about a young Black man, played by LaRonn Marzett, who awakens in the middle of the night in an abandoned apartment complex, startled and disoriented. He must search the abandoned location for clues, ultimately relying on elements from his traumatic past to help him escape. In the film, Marzett is joined by several of Oklahoma’s most prolific and successful actors, including Ben Hall (Killers of the Flower Moon, Minari), Leah Philpott (Hell Hath No Fury, Country Gold) and Bruce Davis (The Huntsman, The Vast of Night). Laron Chapman is a University of Oklahoma graduate who works as a director, screenwriter, actor, producer, film critic, and film programmer in the Oklahoma film industry. During his time at OU, Laron became involved with the school paper, serving as the university’s resident entertainment writer, and interned for the Oklahoma Film + Music Office. He received honors for his work in screenwriting and was the recipient of the Al Neuharth’s USA Today Free Spirit Journalism scholarship. After graduation, Laron dove into the film industry, working on a wide variety of local films and high-profile features, and television series. The high-profile projects included August: Osage County, where he worked as an assistant to Oscar winner Julia

Roberts; Rudderless, where he worked with William H. Macy and Laurence Fishburne; The Pioneer Woman, where he supported local celebrity lifestyle guru Ree Drummond; and thirteen episodes of reality television mainstay American Idol with Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj. Laron also worked as an actor on local productions, including featured roles in Country Gold, Shifter, She’s the Eldest, and the awardwinning short film The Stand-In. Laron made his directorial debut in 2017 with a satirical comedy about modern stereotypes called You People. You People told the story of an African American student, adopted by a liberal Caucasian family, experiencing a crisis of identity when he arrives to college. After being approached by an attractive girl on campus, he reluctantly turns to his hip-hop obsessed, white best friend to help him tap into his inner Blackness. You People was accepted into 13 film festivals and won awards at ten of those, including Best Oklahoma Film at the 2018 deadCenter Film Festival in Oklahoma City. Laron Chapman has been an integral part of the Oklahoma film scene since his days at the University of Oklahoma. He currently serves as Pride Programmer for the deadCenter Film Festival and co-host of the film podcast The Cinematic Schematic on the Cinematropolis website. If you would like to be a part of Laron’s upcoming feature film, To Make the World Quiet, they have released a call for background actors for next Monday, Oct. 19, from 2:00 – 6:00pm, at Scrambl’d at 1742 NE 23rd Street. Show up in autumn attire with no big logos and they will put you to work. You will get a chance to see one of Oklahoma’s best filmmakers at work. Enjoy.

Black Country/New Road ­ Old Crow Medicine Show ­ Shakey Graves ­ Tower Theatre: Robby Hoffman ­ The Criterion: Indigo Girls ­ Other Events/Shows/Awards:

Haunt the Zoo ­ Bingo for Babies ­ OAKtober Market ­ The Big Sing ­ Stockyards Stampede ­ RedEarth FallFest ­ Beans & Cornbread ­

Send calendar events to jennifer@okcfriday.com Paycom Center Events/Shows: Sombr ­ Smashing Pumpkins ­ MercyMe ­ The Jonas Brothers ­ Zoo Amphitheatre:

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Civic Center Music Hall:

Canterbury Voices ­ Evening with C.S. Lewis ­ SHORTS Ballet ­ Music to Die For ­ Phantom of the Opera ­ Home Alone 2 Concert ­ Jones Assembly: Black Country, New Road ­

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Blood Cancer United’s Light the Night to illuminate Scissortail Park Scissortail Park will shine with hope on Oct. 23 as Blood Cancer United brings its annual Light the Night celebration to downtown Oklahoma City. The event, held from 5:30 to 8:30 pm at the park’s Sky Rink, will unite survivors, families and community supporters for an inspiring evening of remembrance, celebration and hope. “Light The Night is more than an event. It is an opportunity for our community to come together, celebrate survivors, honor those we have lost and show families facing blood cancer that they are not alone,” said Tara Burnett, Campaign Development Director for Blood Cancer United.

Formerly known as the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Blood Cancer United continues its mission of supporting patients and families affected by blood cancer through research, advocacy, education and support services. Light The Night raises critical funds and awareness while bringing communities together in the fight against blood cancer. This year’s celebration will feature 2026 Honored Hero Jude Jantz, a senior at Piedmont High School and blood cancer survivor. Diagnosed at age 17 with solitary bone plasmacytoma, a rare form of blood cancer, Jantz represents the courage, resilience and hope that Light the Night seeks to in-

spire. “Blood Cancer United has been there for me and my family, providing support when we have needed it most,” Jantz said. “We are so grateful for their mission and the difference they make for families like ours.” Funds raised through Light the Night help advance Blood Cancer United’s mission, including providing valuable resources and support for patients and families navigating a blood cancer diagnosis here in Oklahoma. The Oklahoma City community is invited to join this meaningful evening and help bring light to those facing blood cancer. For more information about Light the

Night, opportunities to participate or ways to support the mission, contact Leah Lloyd at 405-4140909 and visit lightthenight.org. The approximately one-mile walk is a family-friendly, multigenerational event featuring a Kids Zone with games and activities for children. Service animals, strollers and wheelchairs are welcome, and there is no bag policy. Food will be available for purchase, and all forms of payment should be brought. The event will take place rain or shine. Registered participants can pick up their lanterns at the Lantern Tent, while children 12 and younger do not need to register but must be accompanied by an adult to receive a lantern.

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and error, and I have learned my best lesFrom Page 1 sons through failure. I want to stay curious, flexible, humble, and engaged everyday. What is a perfect day for you? Hayden and I have two sons, Jackson age 23 and Owen age 17. Our nest is almost empty! Because of that, my perfect day is anytime our boys are hanging out with us, which doesn’t happen as frequently anymore since they are grown up. What is some of the best advice you’ve received in your life? In college, I was able to introduce author Doris Kearns Goodwin when she spoke to the student body at Sweet Briar College. Her time and attention as I drove her back to the airport that night challenged me to become the woman I am today. The quote from Franklin D. Roosevelt in Goodwin’s 2018 book, Leadership in Turbu-

BALL From Page 1 & Country Club this Saturday night at the Oklahoma City Golf and Country Club. Cocktail hour begins at 6:30 p.m., with dinner and entertainment to follow. Under the theme Move Music Forward, the evening brings together music lovers, community leaders, and supporters for a celebration whose impact reaches well beyond the ballroom. Support helps sustain OKCPHIL’s performances, free community concerts, and music education programs serving thousands throughout Oklahoma. At the heart of this year’s celebration is Wiggin’s enduring commitment to orchestral music and the cultural life of Oklahoma City. Chuck and his late wife, Renate, began supporting the Oklahoma Symphony Orchestra in 1978 and continued that commitment with the Oklahoma City Philharmonic when it was founded in 1988. Through a leadership gift, they established the Wiggin New Audiences Fund held at the Oklahoma City Community Foundation, supporting the audience development and experimental concert endeavors. Renate was inducted into the Maestro’s Circle in 2022. Chuck’s recognition adds a new chapter to their family’s lasting connection with the orchestra. “Chuck believes that a thriving or-

businesses and organizations to accept it. Oklahoma Reader, Service Oklahoma’s free verification app, allows businesses to securely verify only the information needed for a transaction, such as whether a customer is 21 or older, without storing customer information or a record of the transaction. The Oklahoma Alcoholic Beverage Laws Enforcement Commission (ABLE) provided guidance allowing businesses to accept Oklahoma Dig-

lent Times, resonates with me in regard to Inasmuch Foundation’s investment in the City of OKC led Key to Home initiative which decreased homelessness by 1% in 2026. “The country needs and, unless I mistake its temper, the country demands bold, persistent experimentation. It is common sense to take a method and try it: If it fails, admit it frankly and try another. But above all, try something.” What is No. 1 on your bucket list? I sure would love some grandchildren eventually! Oklahoma has had an amazing sports history, which has featured a lineup of individuals such as Mickey Mantle, Shannon Miller, Jim Thorpe, Patty Gasso, etc. Did you have any sports heroes growing up? My mom and dad started taking me to OU football games when I was 2-yearsold, so most of my early

chestra helps create a thriving community,” said Brent Hart, executive director of the Oklahoma City Philharmonic. “His generosity has helped us seek out new projects and collaborations that connect more people with orchestral music. We are delighted to honor his lasting contributions and celebrate the difference he continues to make.” The evening is led by Maestro’s Ball CoChairmen Rachael Geiger and Cory Lloyd, with past pres-

ital ID for age and identity verification when the credential is electronically verified using an ISO-compliant reader. Businesses and organizations can learn more about accepting Digital ID, access Oklahoma Reader resources and review available regulatory guidance at service.ok.gov/DigitalIDAcceptance. Private and secure by design Google Wallet protects a customer’s Digital ID with security built into their

sports memories revolve around the Sooners. I stood thrilled in the street in downtown Oklahoma City watching the parade after OU won the 1985 national championship. I was fascinated with Spencer Tillman. He had so much poise and potential even while still in college. I still enjoy watching him as a commentator on Fox Sports today. Brian Bosworth and Barry Switzer loom huge today and in my memories from childhood. That 1985 team was overflowing with talent and leadership. How would you like to be remembered? I hope I am remembered as inclusive, authentic, humble, bold, and as a champion for others. What is one question I haven’t asked you that you would like to answer? The Roberts fam has four fabulous dogs (Walt, Jake, Duncan & Lyla) which is two dogs too many by the way, but gosh we love them all!

idents of the Oklahoma City Orchestra League serving as honorary chairmen. Their involvement celebrates the generous leadership and volunteer service that they have helped keep music an essential part of Oklahoma’s cultural life. For guests, Maestro’s Ball offers an opportunity to turn a memorable night out into something lasting: a student’s discovery, a family’s shared experience, or a musical moment that brings a community together.

Every toast celebrates the music and the people who are helping to write its next chapter.

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DIVORCE (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, October 2, 2026; Friday, October 9, 2026; Friday, October 16, 2026) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA Case No. FD-2026-562 In Re the Marriage of: Daemen King, Petitioner, and Jenee Robinson, Respondent.

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NOTICE BY PUBLICATION THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA TO: Jenee Robinson You are hereby notified that the Petitioner has sued you for Dissolution of Marriage. You must answer the Petition on or before the 7 day of November, 2026, 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 24 day of September, 2026. RICK WARREN, Court Clerk By /s/illegible signature (SEAL) (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, October 9, 2026; Friday, October 16, 2026; Friday, October 23, 2026) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA Case No. FD-2026-1041 IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF: Heather D. Alexander, Petitioner, and Bradley D. Alexander, Respondent.

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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/ R. Shoults By: DEPUTY (SEAL) (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, October 16, 2026) DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA CV-2026-2471 In Re: The Name of: Reece Logan Bentley

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/s/Heather Alexander Petitioner RICK WARREN, Court Clerk /s/illegible signature Deputy

NAME CHANGE (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, October 16, 2026) DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA

NOTICE OF HEARING ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME TO: All interested parties. Take notice that Anthony Marcus Handy Jr. has petitioned to change his/her name to Nathan Ashton Handy. A Hearing on said petition is set for 11:00 o’clock A.M. on the 3 day of November, 2026, before Judge Palumbo at 11:00 o’clock in courtroom 809 at the Oklahoma County Courthouse.

(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, October 16, 2026)

You are hereby notified that Kristofer and Estebaliz Berg has petitioned this Court to be appointed guardian of the person of the above-named minor C. B., and that said Petition will be heard in the court room of Judge Oakes Room 217 in the Oklahoma County Courthouse at 321 Park Avenue on the 19 day of November, 2026, at 10:50 o’clock A.M. at which time you may appear and show cause if any, why said Petition should not be granted. Whitness my hand and seal of said Court this 9 day of October, 2026.

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NOTICE OF HEARING ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME TO: All interested parties. Take notice that Joseph Albert Chapman has petitioned to change his/her name to Joseph Albert Maroth. A Hearing on said petition is set for 1:30 o’clock P.M. on the 5 day of November, 2026, before Judge Ogden at 1:30 o’clock in courtroom 325 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 16, 2026) DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA CV-2026-2363 In Re: The Name of: Marshall Whitley

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NOTICE OF HEARING ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME TO: All interested parties. Take notice that Marshall Whitley has petitioned to change his/her name to Mia Wren Whitley. A Hearing on said petition is set for 10:00 o’clock A.M. on the 10 day of November, 2026, before Judge Dishman at 10:00 o’clock in courtroom 315 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/ A. Ward By: DEPUTY (SEAL)

DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA CV-2026-2463 In Re: The Name of: Ashlyn Kalee Cook

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NOTICE OF HEARING ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME TO: All interested parties. Take notice that Ashlyn Kalee Cook has petitioned to change his/her name to Ashe Diona Cook. A Hearing on said petition is

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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: Matthew & Libby Howard LLC BC-2026-14 Proposed project: Construction of a main dwelling

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.

In Re: The Name of: Joseph Chapman

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Proposed project’s address or descriptive location: 6608 NW Grand Blvd

DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA

PUBLIC NOTICE

MARTHA OAKES JUDGE OF THE DISTRICT COURT RICK WARREN, Court Clerk By /s/L. Bell, Deputy (SEAL)

RICK WARREN, Court Clerk /s/ Jamie Houston By: DEPUTY (SEAL)

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NOTICE OF PETITION FOR APPOINTMENT OF GUARDIAN

Case No: PG-2026-624 TO: All interested parties. Take notice that Reece Logan Bentley has petitioned to change his/her name to Wren Basil Byrd. A Hearing on said petition is set for 1:30 o’clock P.M. on the 5 day of November, 2026, before Judge Ogden at 1:30 o’clock in courtroom 325 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.

CV-2026-2412 In Re: The Name of: Anthony Marcus Handy Jr.

RICK WARREN, Court Clerk /s/illegible signature By: DEPUTY (SEAL)

In the matter of the Guardianship of C. B., a minor

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA

NOTICE OF HEARING ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME

NOTICE BY PUBLICATION THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA TO THE ABOVE NAMED Respondent: Bradley D. Alexander 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 26 day of October, 2026, said Petition will be taken as true and judgement granting to the petitioner a Dissolution of Marriage, annulling, canceling, setting aside and holding for naught the marriage contract with you and for other relief and orders rendered according to the prayer thereof. WITNESS my hand and the seal of said Court this 11 day of September, 2026.

set for 2:00 o’clock P.M. on the 1 day of December, 2026, before Judge Dishman at 2:00 o’clock in courtroom 315 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.

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This Application will be considered at a public hearing to be held by the Nichols Hills Building Commission on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 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 1st day of October 2026. Amanda Copeland, City Clerk City of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma

BOCC MINUTES AND PROCEEDINGS (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, October 16, 2026) 09-30-2026 BOCC Minutes Wednesday September 30 2026 Board of County Commissioners Call to Order Roll Call Present: 3 County Commissioner Brian Maughan Interim Commissioner Paul Foster and District 1 - Chief Deputy John Pettis Notice of the meeting was properly posted on September 29 2026. 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 Approval of Minutes Discussion and possible action regarding the minutes of the meeting held on September 23 2026 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. Foster moved Pettis seconded to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan Foster and Pettis 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 203. Item requested by the Accounts Payable Department Office of the County Clerk. Foster moved Pettis seconded to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan Foster and Pettis Discussion and possible action regarding Resolution No. 2026-4000 for Blanket Purchase Orders as submitted by each department list available for inspection in the office of the County Clerk Room 203. Item requested by Oklahoma County Purchasing Department Office of the County Clerk. Foster moved Pettis seconded to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan Foster and Pettis 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: Foster moved Pettis seconded to approve the consent agenda. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 Maughan Foster and Pettis Discussion and possible action regarding Workers’ Compensation claim payments from Consolidated Benefits Resources in the amount of $9 156.53 for the period of 0922-2026. Item requested by Grant Huddleston Safety Coordinator. Discussion and possible action regarding Employee Benefit AffirmedRX Invoice No. 7558 for Oklahoma County in the amount of $59 838.41 pending notification of encumbrance to Mariana Hernandez Oklahoma County Treasurer’s Office. Requested by Mariana Hernandez Oklahoma County Treasurer’s Office. Discussion and possible action regarding Employee Benefit AffirmedRX Invoice No. 7579 for Oklahoma County in the amount of $250 000.00 pending notification of encumbrance to Mariana Hernandez Oklahoma County Treasurer’s Office. Requested by Mariana Hernandez Oklahoma County Treasurer’s Office. Sheriff Monthly Report of Fees- August 2026 Litigation: Case No. CV-20262248 Notice of Lis Pendens Case No. CV-2026-2252 Petition Case No. CJ-2024-4805 Affidavit Case No. CV-2026-2206 Notice of Lis Pendens Case No. CV-2026-2206 Notice to Defendants Case No. CV-2026-2206 Petition Case No. CV-2026-2247 Notice of Lis Pendens Case No. CV-2026-2247 Notice to Defendants Case No. CV-2026-2247 Petition Case No. CV-2026-2246 Notice to Defendants Case No. CV-2026-2248 Petition Case No. CV-20262249 Notice of Lis Pendens Case No. CV-2026-2249 Notice to Defendants Case No. CV-2026-2249 Petition Case No. CV-20262250 Notice of Lis Pendens Case No. CV-2026-2250 Notice to Defendants Case No. CV-2026-2250 Petition Case No. CV-20262251 Notice to Defendants Case No. CV-2026-2251 Petition Case No. CV-2026-2252 Notice of Lis Pendens Case No. CV-2026-2252 Notice to Defendants Case No. CV-2026-2253 Notice of Lis Pendens Case No. CV-2026-2253 Notice to Defendants Case No. CV-20262253 Petitions Case No. PB-2026-2219 Notice of Hearing of Quiet Title Case No. CV-2026-2251 Notice of Lis Pendens Case No. CV2020-0090 Interrogatories & Requests for Documents Discussion and possible action regarding the Treasurer Depository Fund Summary for the month of August 2026. Requested by Forrest “Butch” Freeman Oklahoma County Treasurer. End of Consent Docket Departmental Items District No. 1 Discussion and possible action regarding Resolution No. 2026-3971 for the Chairman to sign the Association of Central Oklahoma Governments ACOG Rural Economic Action Plan Grant REAP in the amount of $300 000. Funding would be utilized to

do a complete road rebuild of a 1 mile section of 108th St. from Harrah Rd. to Oklahoma County line. This grant would greatly improve the transportation ability of farmers ranchers and residents in the area with safe and accessible travel to nearby towns and municipalities. Application and project development was prepared by Dan Spaeth. Requested by Jason Lowe Commissioner District One. Pettis moved Foster seconded to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan Foster and Pettis Discussion and possible action to approve Resolution 2026-3972 : To appoint Dan Spaeth as backup Requisition Officer replacing Tammy Trail for District One 10191000 Highway Cash - D1 11191000 D1- FEMA Spencer Pilot Project 11191090 FEMA - Hazard Mitigation Project 11191091. This item is requested by Jason Lowe Commissioner District One. 11-12 Pettis moved Foster seconded to approve items 11-12. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan Foster and Pettis Discussion and possible action to approve Resolution 2026-3973 : To appoint Greg Roberts as Primary Receiving Officer replacing Dan Spaeth for District One 10191000 Highway Cash - D1 11191000 D1- FEMA Spencer Pilot Project 11191090 FEMA - Hazard Mitigation Project 11191091. This item is requested by Jason Lowe Commissioner District One. Discussion and possible action for the approval of an Interlocal Cooperative Agreement between the City of Midwest City and Oklahoma County pursuant to Title 74 O.S. § 1001 et seq. and Title 19 O.S. § 339A18 for resurfacing the parking lot located at the Midwest City Community Action Agency 1124 N. Douglas Blvd. Midwest City. Oklahoma County shall provide labor equipment and materials for the project in an amount not to exceed Thirty Thousand Four Hundred EightyFour Dollars and Eighty-Three Cents $30 484.83. Upon completion of the project and receipt of invoicing from the County the City of Midwest City shall reimburse Oklahoma County for 100% of the costs of labor equipment and materials in an amount not to exceed Thirty Thousand Four Hundred Eighty-Four Dollars and Eighty-Three Cents $30 484.83. This Agreement shall become effective upon execution by both parties and shall terminate on June 30 2027. Requested by Jason Lowe Commissioner District One. Pettis moved Foster seconded to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 Maughan Foster and Pettis District No. 2 Discussion and possible action to appointment Cindiann McDonald to the Oklahoma County Home Finance Authority to replace Jennifer Cody. This item requested by Brian Maughan Commissioner for District Two and Chairman of the Board. Maughan moved Foster seconded to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan Foster and Pettis Assessor Discussion and possible action regarding Standard Long Term Lease contract with Summit Mailing & Shipping aka Quadient Leasing USA Inc. for long term lease agreement of a mailing machine from July 1 2026 until June 30 2027. Requisition 12702498 has been issued to Summit Mailing & Shipping aka Quadient Leasing USA Inc. in the amount not to exceed $3 992.40 contingent upon encumbrance of funds. Requested by Larry Stein Oklahoma County Assessor and approved as to form and legality by Lisa Endres Assistant District Attorney Foster moved Pettis seconded to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 Maughan Foster and Pettis County Management Discussion and possible action regarding a contract for services with Vicinity for new steam trap installation on the 6th floor. Amount of contract not to exceed $2 820.50. PO 22701894. Approved as to form and legality by Lisa Endres ADA. Requested by Jessica Clayton County Manager. Foster moved Pettis seconded to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan Foster and Pettis Discussion and possible action regarding Resolution 2026-3998: Intra-Fund Transfer of Funds from Special Revenue Fund 7030 Public Building Authority PBA 7030-463 PBA American Rescue Plan Act ARPA-Krowse Project AR064 to Fund 1415-305 Jail ARPA Const Projects Project AR130 - Behavioral Health Services in the amount not to exceed $0.01 approved by the Public Improvement and Infrastructure Committee on September 22 2026 and the Board of County Commissioners on September 23 2026. This transfer is necessary to cover access control with contact tracing or other change orders at the Behavioral Care Center. This item is requested by Jessica Clayton County Manager. Pettis moved Foster seconded to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 Maughan Foster and Pettis Court Clerk Discussion and possible action regarding a no-cost service provision contract with Nilfisk for a SC25

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BOCC MINUTES & PROCEEDINGS From Page 8 Autonomous Floor Scrubber Unit. This contract has been approved by the District Attorney’s Office and is requested by Rick Warren Oklahoma County Court Clerk. Foster moved Pettis seconded to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan Foster and Pettis Emergency Management Discussion review and possible action regarding the FY 2027 Annual Fire Equipment Agreement between Oklahoma County and the City of Midwest City - Midwest City Fire Department. This Agreement as reviewed by the Oklahoma County District Attorney’s Office commences upon signature by the Oklahoma County Board of County Commissioners and ends on June 30 2027. Requested by David K. Barnes Director Oklahoma County Office of Emergency Management. Foster moved Pettis seconded to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan Foster and Pettis Commissioners Comments/General Remarks: No New Business Recess into executive session 908 Foster moved Pettis seconded to recess at 9:08 a.m. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan Foster and Pettis To enter executive session pursuant to 25 O.S. § 307B4 to engage in confidential communications between the public body and its attorney concerning a Demand for Payment from Amazon regarding the account balance that relates the identified embezzled fund charges on that account. Executive session on its items is needed 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 and approved by Lisa Erickson Endres ADA. Return from executive session Foster moved Pettis seconded to adjourn. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan Foster and Pettis Action regarding in confidential communications between the public body and its attorney concerning a Demand for Payment from Amazon regarding the account balance that relates the identified embezzled fund charges on that account. Executive session on its items is needed 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 and approved by Lisa Erickson Endres ADA. 931 PRO AS Foster moved Pettis seconded to proceed as discussed. 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Starling to lead Hamm Institute for Energy

JEFF STARLING Oklahoma State University has named Jeff Starling executive director of the Hamm Institute for American Energy. Starling, who most recently served as Oklahoma’s secretary of energy and environment from 2024 to 2026, brings extensive experience in energy, law, public service and organizational leadership to the Oklahoma Citybased institute. “Energy has always been about opportunity — creating jobs, building communities and improving lives around the world,” said Harold Hamm, who led the creation of the institute with donations of $25 million from the Harold Hamm Foundation and $25 million from Continental Resources. “Today, as energy intersects with transformative technologies like artificial intelligence, the opportunities — and the need for dynamic leadership — have never been greater. The Hamm Institute for American Energy is uniquely positioned to lead important conversations, advance new ideas and inspire the next generation to understand the critical role energy will play in our shared future. Jeff Starling shares that vision and has the experience to execute on it. I’m pleased to have him leading the Institute into this exciting next chapter.” Starling, who assumed the executive director position on Oct. 5, will help advance the institute’s mission to educate the next generation of energy leaders, lead conversations around American energy and drive innovation that strengthens Oklahoma’s and the nation’s role in the global energy sector, while strengthening OSU’s energy research profile. “I’m honored to lead the Hamm Institute at a pivotal moment for American energy and deeply excited about what we can build together,” Starling said. “Oklahoma has been at the

center of America’s energy story for generations, and the institute has an extraordinary opportunity to help write the next chapter. By bringing together industry, universities and policymakers, we can equip the next generation of leaders, accelerate innovation and foster the ideas and partnerships that will strengthen America’s energy future.” Starling’s previous experience includes leadership roles at Lagoon Water Midstream and Devon Energy Corporation, as well as legal practice with McGuireWoods LLP. He also previously served as a law clerk to U.S. District Court Judge Samuel G. Wilson and as a legislative aide to former U.S. Sen. John W. Warner. Starling held leadership roles with several community and civic organizations, including the State Chamber of Oklahoma, Science Museum Oklahoma, the Oklahoma Philharmonic Society and Allied Arts of Oklahoma. Starling earned his undergraduate and law degrees from Wake Forest University. He and his wife, Sally, have two daughters. "We're excited to have Jeff taking the helm of Hamm Institute for American Energy at Oklahoma State University,” said Dr. Kenneth Sewell, OSU vice president for research. “He embraces both the opportunities and the challenges that lie ahead and is committed to keeping OSU, Oklahoma and the U.S. at the vanguard of our energy future." Founded in 2021 through a combined $50 million gift from the Harold Hamm Foundation and Continental Resources, the Hamm Institute for American Energy serves as a hub for energy education, research, leadership and industry engagement. Located in the Oklahoma City Innovation District, the institute hosts energy summits, speakers, symposiums and other programs focused on the future of American energy.

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October 16, 2026

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Casady Girls Scouts earn Silver Awards Six Casady ninth-graders recently earned their Girl Scout Silver Awards after completing Play Paths for Kids, a project that brought permanent play paths to six Oklahoma schools and children’s programs. The girls began the project as eighth graders and completed the painting this summer during the brutal heat wave. Each girl took responsibility for managing a project site, working with school or program leadership to determine what would be useful for their children and then helping design, plan, stencil, and paint the paths. The goal was to give children more opportunities for active and imaginative play without requiring schools to purchase additional playground equipment. While the girls were working on the project, the Oklahoma Legislature passed SB 1481, increasing the amount of daily recess required for students in pre-K through fifth grade to 40 minutes. Suddenly, the question the girls had been thinking about became even more timely: if Oklahoma children are going to have more time for recess, how can schools help them make that time active and engaging? The six Silver Award recipients are Hadley Alston, Annabelle Cherian, Aria Madhavarapu, Zaryana Patel, Jasmine Riggs, and Eleni Temple. All are now ninth-grade students at Casady School. The girls worked with six Oklahoma schools and children’s programs, creating paths that encourage children to jump, balance, follow patterns, move, imagine, and play. Their sites included Dove Science Elementary, Stanley Hupfeld Academy, Ranchwood Elementary, Special Care, Johnson Pre-K Center, and Arthur Elementary. There is another nice local connection to the legislation: Sen. Ally Seifried, the Senate author of SB 1481, and Rep. Chad Caldwell, its principal House author, have both been contacted about the girls’ project and its connection to the new recess requirement and congratulated the girls. Girl Scouts Western Oklahoma will formally recognize the girls at its Highest Awards Ceremony this spring.

Above, Eleni Temple, Hadley Alston and Aria Madhavarapu and below, Jasmine Riggs, Annabelle Cherian and Zaryana Patel who earned their Girl Scout Silver Awards after completing Play Paths for Kids at six Oklahoma schools and children’s programs.

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October 16, 2026

Renaissance Ball celebrates 50 years

The 2026 Oklahoma City of Museum of Art celebrated 50 years of the Renaissance Ball during its signature event, held this year at the museum. Above: Oklahoma City Museum of Art Board of Trustees Chairman Lawrence Davis and Past Board Chair Meg Salyer, right, honor outgoing museum President & CEO Michael J. Anderson, left, who has taken the position of the Arlene and Harold Schnitzer director of the Portland Art Museum (PAM) in Portland, Ore. co-interim directors are Bryon Chambers, director of education and visitor experience, and Maury Ford, director of collections and exhibitions.

- Photos by Rose Lane

Above: Henry Browne and Honorary CoChairman Annie Bohanon. At right: Honorary Co-Chairman Joan Payne.

Chip Oppenheim joins Leslie and Cliff Hudson in the museum lobby for the cocktail hour. Guests were encouraged to visit the galleries before dinner.

At left: Renaissance Ball CoChairmen Stuart and Hannah Hudson. The sold-out ball celebrated the exhibit, “The Triumph of Nature.” The exhibit opens Oct. 31 and continues through Jan. 24, 2027.

Above: David and Aimee Harlow with Dr. Daniel Molina. At left: John and Penny McCaleb.

Above: John Belford and Jo Rowan. At right: Clay and Jamie Farha.

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heads and staff directors watched recordings of the interview. He was hired by unanimous decision. Slezickey and city attorney Jeff Sabin managed the administrative process of the search. “Casey Moore has proven success in all of our skill requirements for the position from his service in Edmond,” said Slezickey. “Although his title was as a director for the City of Edmond, his past five plus years as director of management services with Edmond were aligned more with an assistant or deputy city manager role.” Moore is a 2001 graduate of the University of Central Oklahoma with a bachelor’s degree in education, kinesiology. He has a 2004 master’s degree in education and sports administration from Wichita State University and completed the Certified Public Communicator Program at Texas Christian University. He is married and has three children. Moore has served in leadership roles with the City of Edmond since 2013 where he served as director of marketing & public relations, interim director of parks and recreation and as director of management services since 2021. In his capacity in Edmond, he has overseen the functions of several city departments, led the city’s government and external relations initiatives, strategic planning and numerous high profile special projects for the community. His previous work experience includes athletic department positions at the University of Central Oklahoma and Oral Roberts University in Tulsa where he led efforts and initiatives for athletics and sports in the areas of marketing, external relations, communications and fundraising. In his letter of introduction to the search committee Moore said, “I have a passion for public service, and I am ready to take my next career step with the right community. “Having lived in the OKC metro for the past couple of decades, I am aware of the role that your comFrom Page 1

Peaceful Family Oklahoma Casey Moore becomes the sixth Village city manager when he begins his duties in November. munity serves in the area,” he said. “I would love the opportunity to discuss how I can help partner to lead the City of The Village in becoming the best version of itself for the residents of today and the future.” Slezickey said they received five “top notch, high caliber, servant leaders with performance driven results for success that were considered.” “Casey’s background, experience and skills rose above the other four candidates with nothing negative to be said against the other four,” he added. “At the end of the process, it became evident that unanimously, the council, department heads and staff directors (11 total people) felt that Casey was the best fit for our culture and energy to keep our organization moving forward. “I think you could ask each of the 11 decision makers in this process and they would give you a different answer about what they liked best about his previous experience,” said Slezickey. Current Mayor Braxton Banks has been conducting community visits and plans to host a meet-andgreet soon to introduce the new city manager to the community.

Peaceful Family Oklahoma President & CEO Lisa Reed presents the Heal Out Loud Award to J. Blake Wade during the organization’s annual luncheon. Peaceful Family Oklahoma exists to support kids when addiction is part of their family's story. It is the only organization in Oklahoma built specifically for this purpose, recognizing that addiction impacts families and communities, not just individuals.

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Protect yourself from Medicare fraud this open enrollment season Medicare Open Enrollment continues through Dec. 7. With thousands of Oklahomans reviewing coverage options during this period, fraudulent activity often increases. The Medicare Assistance Program (MAP) at the Oklahoma Insurance Department (OID) is urging consumers to stay alert and protect themselves from common scams. “Every year, fraud costs Medicare an estimated $60 billion, and staying alert is the best defense against fraud,” Insurance Commissioner Glen Mulready said. “Scammers step up their efforts during Open Enrollment, so always verify who you’re speaking with and don’t share personal information unless you’re sure it’s legitimate.” Remember these tips during Medicare open enrollment: If your phone rings and you don’t recognize the phone number, don’t answer it. If it’s important, they will leave a message. Be skeptical. If you receive unexpected communications from anyone requesting personal information, selling plans

or issuing new Medicare cards via text or email, don’t respond. Keep an eye out for marketing violations. Insurance companies cannot call or visit without your permission. Document these contacts. Look out for phishing emails or texts, or vishing (voice phishing). Scammers send urgent messages requesting information or ask you to click a link to steal your data. Never purchase your health insurance based on the perks a plan offers, such as cash cards and gym memberships. Make sure the plan you purchase lets you continue seeing the doctors and hospitals you need to see. Protect your Medicare card and Social Security number and only share them with doctors, pharmacies and verified Medicare channels. Report any scams or suspicious activity to the Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) by calling 800-763-2828. If you have questions about other insurance issues, please contact OID at (800) 522-0071 or visit the website at oid.ok.gov.