Small Works, Big Wonders Former Blazers hockey coach Doug Sauter and his horses Z and X welcome guests to the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum for the art sale. Sauter said he has also had horses named T, U, V and W. Page 3
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Gobble until you giggle
Thanksgiving is a time for making memories By Rose Lane Editor Thanksgiving is usually all about spending time with family and friends — and making memories. Many times, however, those memories are cherished because they are just downright comical. And, sometimes, the turkey isn’t the animal that takes center stage on Thanksgiving. Leadership Oklahoma President and CEO Marion Paden said she remembers the Thanksgiving Day when her family members put the turkey on the screened porch right before dinner. “The neighborhood cat got in and shredded the bird with such interesting claw marks,” Marion said. When Debbie South’s daughters were young, they had guests for Thanksgiving. “In the cooking stage, I burned my hand with hot grease,” she said. With the food already on the table, the guests rushed Debbie to the emergency room. After a painful process, they went home. “While we were gone, my little dog jumped in one of the chairs and got on the table and had eaten most of the turkey and sampled all of the sides,” Debbie said. “So much for hours of prep and cooking. We didn’t even
Jane Gamble’s granddaughter Maya practicing the grandeur of presenting the turkey. See her story on Page 7.
have leftover turkey sandwiches that year.” Lawrence and Melissa Ross’ dog Tallulah was stuffed after Thanksgiving dinner one year. “That year we did a full dressed turkey dinner with all the trimmings,” Lawrence said. “Another thing that happens around the holidays is those for-
bidden treats we give ourselves, and sometimes, just sometimes, our pets too.” Tallulah, an older German Shepherd-looking mutt could be described as a bit of a “sausageshaped” dog, he said. “But, the rule was no
Turkey tales
From grilling to frying and baking in the oven, Casady School second graders offer their tips for cooking a Thanksgiving turkey. ••• First, I go get my turkey from the store. Next, I get my turkey and go home. Then, I take my turkey and take his head off. Finally, I turn him into candy and eat him. — Leigh Hichton ••• First, I go to the farm. Then I ask the farmer for a turkey. Next, I pluck the feathers and put seasoning and butter and put the head off. Then, I put the turkey in the oven and cook it for awhile. Finally, I sit at the dinner table and eat turkey and mashed potatoes with my family. — Sami ••• First, I get a turkey from my Grandma’s shoe. Next, I pluck all of his feathers and FRY him. Then, I name him Jimmy and wrestle him until he begs for mercy. Finally, I put seasoning on him and eat him
By Eric Oesch Staff Writer A new Police Bicycle Unit is set to soon be patrolling the streets of The Village, resurrecting a successful bike program from the 1990s that was well received by the community. The announcement was discussed before another full house at the recent Village City Council meeting. “Since day one of being on the City Council, I’ve been vocal about developing and working alongside the police department to implement a bicycle patrol program,” said Vice Mayor Adam Graham. “Last night I got an update that the bicycles are ordered and we have several officers ready to join the program.” Those officers have accepted the opportunity to volunteer for service on the Bicycle Patrol and will begin training soon. To be qualified to serve on the Police Bicycle Unit officers must successfully complete a 40-hour CLEET (Council on Law Enforcement Education & Training) certified training class before hitting the streets. Vice Mayor Graham said to be eligible for monthly incentives officers must patrol on their bicycles a minimum of six hours per week, provided there are a minimum of three officers on duty that shift. “Bicycle officers will patrol in places with a higher concentration of businesses, stopping in to speak with employees and customers,” he said. “They will also patrol in residential areas, particularly during evenings when people are more prone to be outside and available for conservations with our officers.” Graham added that officers on night shift could also patrol higher crime areas “being able to ride more ‘stealth fully’ than officers in patrol cars. “I’m thankful to our city council, city staff See VILLAGE, Page 5
See MEMORIES, Page 7
75th Beaux Arts Ball is Saturday
Casady kids offer cooking tips Compiled by Rose Lane Editor
Bicycles ready to patrol the streets of The Village
and eat mashed potatoes. — Grant C. ••• First, I will get it from the market that is live that goes “gobble, gobble, gobble.” Next, I take the turkey and chop it, and take out the bones. Then, I pluck the feathers and wash it thoroughly so no feather strands are left. Finally, I put it in the oven for 50 minutes. The I put the seasonings and beans then I eat it. — Mihika M. ••• First, you go to the farm to get a turkey. Next, you clean it and get ready to fry it. Then, you put salt and pepper and a little sugar. Finally, you eat it with rice and vegetables with chocolate. — Naisha Artham ••• First, I go to the supermarket to buy a turkey. Next, I take him to my house and my dad cooks it. Then, I spice it and help my mom make bread. Finally, I go to my grandma’s house and eat our feast. — Benjamin B. See TURKEY, Page 13
The 75th Annual Beaux Arts Ball is set for Saturday at the Oklahoma City Golf & Country Club, beginning at 7 p.m. This year's Beaux Arts Ball, benefiting The Oklahoma City Museum of Art, presents 25 debutantes and 23 escorts. Also, during the ball, the Beaux Arts king will be announced.
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The event's chairman is Aimee Harlow and co-chairman is Karen Raupe. The debutantes are: Grace Affolder, Meg Bohanon, Audrey Brigham, Anna Buckley, Maddie Clarke, Brooklynn Dyson, See BEAUX ARTS, Page 7
Dog of the Week
Ginger will complete her 30-day obedience training after Thanksgiving. She is looking for a couch to share and a playmate her size or bigger that likes to romp. She is 2-3-years-old, house trained, crate trained, car ride trained, and now, obedience trained. Ginger needs someone interested in continuing her training so she will retain everything she's learned. Call Kadin, Village Animal Welfare officer at (405) 751-9518 or Cheryl at (405) 922-6542.
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