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First graders at Heritage Hall Lower School share their recipes for preparing Thanksgiving turkeys.
Margaret Murray’s Class
First, I will git the turkey from trgit. Next, will seesing it, cook it, and wat. Then, cook it for 1 awre at 51 degrees. Last, srth it with grathe.
— Bailey Blankenship
First, I will get the turkey from Wamart. Next, you will place it on a tray then sesiin it and cook it. Then cook it for 22:00 minutes. Put it in the oven on 67 degrees. Last, serve the turkey with a savier pach kids. — Bennet Harms
Village website offers free notifications for residents
By Eric Oesch Staff Writer
Vice-Mayor Braxton Banks wants his neighbors and constituents in The Village to know what’s happening in their community and encourages people to sign up for free email alerts from the city’s website.
Banks said he found the “notify me” button on The Village website while visiting with neighbors earlier this month.
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“I actually discovered this feature while I was talking to some residents on Kerry Lane,” said Banks who also represents Ward 4. “We were discussing how they could get updated information and at that point I got the website to show them the agenda page, and we discovered the ‘notify me’ button.
“I encourage all residents to sign up for email notifications. Specifically, council agendas and minutes,” he said. “That way (they) can get current
information about what’s going on in The Village and what could be coming down the pipeline.
“I think this is a great tool for our community because they can get up-todate email notifications on things from the city,” he said. “Meeting agendas are most important because they provide what is going on in the present moment.”
Village residents can sign up for a variety of notifications by clicking on the “notify me” button on the city’s website thevillageok.gov.
Residents can select what types of notifications they want, including information about City Council agendas, construction and emergency alerts and notices from the Planning & Zoning Commission, Public Works
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Arts organizations spread holiday cheer
By Rose Lane Editor
The holiday season has begun in Oklahoma City. The city’s Christmas tree has been illuminated and the SAFARI LIGHTS are on at the Zoo.
And, local arts organizations are gearing up to take the stage for holiday shows.
“Lyric’s A Christmas Carol” opens this Friday, Nov. 28, at the Plaza Theatre.
Jonathan Beck Reed returns in the role of Ebenezer Scrooge. Reed last delighted Oklahoma audiences in Lyric’s 2022 production of “A Christmas Carol” held at the historic
Harn Homestead.
Tickets can be purchased at LyricTheatreOKC.org and by phone at (405) 524-9312, Monday through Friday from 12 noon to 5 p.m. The Oklahoma City Philharmonic lights up the Civic Center Music Hall on Friday and Saturday, Dec. 56, for two unforgettable performances of “A Very Merry Pops with Cody Fry.” This concert features the Oklahoma City Philharmonic and Cody Fry with guest vocalists, accompanists, and an added touch of audience participation. It’s full of special holiday moments.
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Heritage Hall first grader Bailey Blankenship formulates her recipe.
Village Vice Mayor Braxton Banks also represents Ward 4.
Vision Awards celebrate nonprofit leaders
Above: Lifetime Achievement Award honoree Bob Harbison, Bob Ross and Marnie Taylor. At left: Heather Gaglio, Inasmuch Special Recognition Award recipient. She was honored for her work at Calm Waters. She is pictured with Calm Waters founder Charlotte Lankard.
The Oklahoma Center for Nonprofits honored leaders in the nonprofit community. From left: Event Cochairmen Gayle Maxwell and Wes Haddow, Shirley Shanker Volunteer Award recipient Page Beatty and OKCNP President and CEO Marnie Taylor.
Photos by Rose Lane
Above: Ed Long, the winner of the Innovation Award. At right: Event Cochairmen Gayle Maxwell and Wes Haddow and Kari Watkins, the President’s Award recipient.
TURKEY
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First, I will get the trkhe from the stre. Next, pot seasoning, site, and pepr. Then, cook it for 20 mints at 21 dgres. Last srve it with bens and pese. — Kendal Graven
First, I will get the tuyr from a shop. Next, put glus on and cook it. Then, cook it for 50 misey at 205 degrs. Last, set iv it bannand and coosk.
— Kyder Clark
First, git the turkey from casets. Next, seni and sok it. Then, cook the turkey at 100 degres for 100 meis. Last, Srv it with mast ptos.
— Rylan Fourot
First, I will get the turkey from the store. Next, I will sesin the turkey, and sock. Then, cook it for 30 mins at 26 digres. Last, serve it with some tocos. — Blake Brewer
Andrea Pile’s Class
First, you will need a turkey. We get it at the store. You add some salt and pepper. Then set the oven to 230 degrees. Put it in the oven. The wate two hours. Then get it out. Then add mashed potatoes with it. Put it on the table. Then serve it. They they eat. Done! — Brody Davis
First, you need a turkey, then some ktchup. You also need mushrooms, chocolate, a strawberry and sugar. You also need some eggs. You need gummy bear and marshmellows. You bake it at 70 degres. And feed it to your family. — William Blair
First, you go to the farm. We kill a turkey. It is fat. We cook the turkey then we take it out of oven. We put the toppings on it. We put chocolate. We have gummies and sprinkles on it. Then we eat. Then we serve it all to our famliy. — Lincoln Bradley
First, I buy the turkey. t hen I get some solt and pepper and put it on the turkey. Then I cook it. I eat it with chips. — Meleah Everett
First, you will need someone to get a turkey. So I ask Ms. Piler I get a turkey! So when I get home I jump on it and punch it. Then I put candy on it I pur marshmellos and toosy roll and chocolate. Then I put it in the oven. Then I say bon appetit!
— Blake Magann First, Will buy turkey at the store. We put candy all sorts of candy. We bake it. Then I set the table. I put 4 forks and 3 spoons at the table I serve it to all my famliy.
— Arianna Du
First, you will need a turkey. I will get a turkey from the store. I go home. I go to the kitchen. I get the salt and pepper. I will put the turkey n the stoves. Then I will take i tout. Add the salt and pepper to the turkey. Add mashed potatoes mac and cheese. I have the drinks. I will make the table. I give meel. To every body eats. I take a bath. Then I go to bed.
— Lizzy Wicks
First, I got a turkey from the store. You will need marshmallows, bananas, and strawberries. It smells good. But I cant it it yet, it’s in the oven. I take it out. Then we eat it. — Dash Zantout First, you will need a
— Whitley Guenther
First, buy a turkey at Walmart. Next you put ice on it. You put it in the oven and you set the temperature to 5000 degrees. eight hours. When you take the turkey out you will have a turkey. Serve it with compassion.
— Halston White
First, buy a turkey at Home Depot. Next you put gummy bears. put the turkey in the oven and set the temperature to 5000 degress. where you take the turkey out you will have you can at it. Serve it with compassion. — Daniel Fu
— Idhaanth Rao
Kaylin Williams’ Class
First, I got my turkey from Costco. Then, I took the bones out and stuffed it. Next, I cook my turkey for 20 to 500 minutes. The oven is at 200 degrees. I serve my turkey with Ramen. — Sloane Waters First, I got my turkey from Costco. Then, I took the bones out and stuffed it. Next, I cook my turkey for 4 in of haf hours. I deep fryer for 500 degrees. I serve my turkey with carrots. — Hank Hartman First, I got my turkey from Costco. Then, I will take the bones out. Then, I will set it at 500 degrees. Then, I will leave it in the oven from 1 hour. I serve turkey with mashed potatoes and bread.
— Abbot White First, I bought my turkey from Costco. Then I took the bones out. Next, I cook the turkey for 20 minutes. The oven is a 50 to 123 degrees. I serve it with mashed potatoes.
— Remy Ratliff First, I got my turkey from Target. Then, I defrost it. Then, I turn the oven to 67 degrees. I wait 10 minutes. Then I serve it with broccoli.
— Nash Kitch
turkey. Get it at the store. Then grill it. Then pat lime on it. Then pot sat and pepper on the turkey. For our drink get Dr. pepper. Get a plat to put to turkey on. You need silverware Git an apple and eat it. Make a soup. Finally, eat the turkey.
First, I got a turkey from Homeland. I will put lime and tomatoes and buter you need bred. And put it in the oven for 96 degrees. I set up the table. I at the turkey. It was yummy! That was hard.
— Henry Lich
First, you need turkey from the Store. Time to decorate the sides. You will need some mash potatoes and rolls and put it in the oven at 5 degrees. Cut up the turkey. You set up the plates and napkins. Turn on the kitchen light. I get tableup. The guest just have to come.
— Liza Stuart
First, you need a turkey from the store. Then put straberr on it with whip cream and cherries. Put sprinkles and gummy bears. Then put it in the oven. Ding! It is done. We get it out of the oven. We wait tell it cools down. Then while we wait we set the table. Then we bring the turkey to the table. Everybody sits down and eats the turkey.
— Hallee Ward
oven. Now we take the turkey out.
— Hattie
First, you will need a turkey. I get it from the store. When I got home, I put some salt and pepper. Then I am done. I put out some drinks. And then I put it on the table and then me and my family eat it with me. I take a bath than I go to bed.
— Lillian Chen
Mrs. Robertson’s Class
First, buy a turkey at Walmart. Next you sqweeze lime on it put the turkey in the oven and set the temperature to five hundred degreese and nine hours. When you take the turkey out you will have a delicious turkey. Serve it with corn.
— Nuha Naqash
First, buy a turkey at target Next you put gum inside it. You put the turkey in the oven. Set the temperature to ten degrees. W hen you take the turkey out you will have a turkey. Serve it with compassion.
— Ben Wilson
First, buy a turkey at Home Depot. Next put gummy bears, cream inside it. Put the turkey in a freezr. Then put it in The oven. Set it for 5000; 9 hours. Serve it with mashed cranberries, juice.
— Erin Kennard
First, buy at turkey at Home Depot. Next you put candy. You put the turkey in the oven and set the temperature to 41 degree. When you take the turkey out you will have a shar. Serve it with compasion. — Logan Allert
First, buy a turkey at Crest put fruit in it put in the oven set the temperature to 5 degrees. When you take the turkey ou you will have a turkey.
— Killian Payne
First, buy a turkey at Sam’s Club. Next you put candy in it and ics crem in it. put the turkey in the oven and set the temperate to 1002 degrees when you take the turkey out you will have a yummy drst serve it with brownies.
— Hildie Geyer
First, buy a turkey at online. Next, you put Candy in side it. You put the turkey in the fryer. and set the temperature to 67 degrees. When you take the turkey out, you will have you can eat it. Serve with compassion.
— Samar Choudary
First, buy a turkey at costco. Next, you put cake, ice cream, coffee, and chocolate frosting. Put it in the oven and set the temperature to 240 degrees. Serve it with french fries.
— Royce McPherson
— Knox Banner First, I got my turkey from Costco. Then I took the bones out and stuffed it. Next, I cook my turkey for 20+0500 minutes. The oven is at 10 degrees. I serve my turkey with salad. —Hannah Pakzad First, I got my turkey from Costco. Then, I took the bones out and stuffed it. Next, I cook my turkey for 10 to 20 minutes. The oven is at 175 degrees. I serve my turkey with rice.
— Jack Bradford First, I got my turkey the desert then I take the bons out en then I cook it with 31-21. it for to be 30 minets. I serve my turkey with a Braunees.
— Davis Gilliam First, I go to costco. then, I stuffef and take the bons out. then I cook it for 20 or 30 minutes. the oven is at 105 degreer. I serve my turkey with mashed potatoes, ham and carrot.
— Lynnon Pfeifer First, I got my turkey from Costco. Then, I took the bones out and stuffed. Next, I cook my turkey for 20-500 minutes. theoven is at 170 degrees. I serve my turkey with rice and chicken.
— Eli Bryukhanev First, I got my turkey from Sam. Then, I took the bones out and stuffed it. Next, I cook my turkey for 35 to 50 minutes. The oven is a 100 degrees. — Maylie Knowles First, I got my turkey from target. Then I took the bones out and I cooke my Turkey for 10-200 minutes. The oven is at 25 degrees. I serve my turkey with every thing.
First, you will buy a turkey. You need a Lychee fruit. Then you need the tomato and cut it up. You sprinkle the tomatoe. You grab the salt and pepper. You put salt and pepper on the turkey. Then you put it in the oven. Then you share the food with your parents. You can make your own turkey. And you can make it however you want!
First, buy a turkey at homeland. Next you stuff the turkey with spices. Then you put the turkey in the fruyer pan and set the temperature to 125 degrees. When you take the turkey out you will have turkey. Serve it with corn.
— Carsen Gilliam
— Arianna
First, we put the sprinkles on it. Put cake and edible paper on it. I put rasberries and the turkey. Put it in the
First, buy a turkey at homeland. Next, you put in candy in the turkey. You put the turkey in the oven and set the temperature to 100 degrees for 8 hours. When you take the turkey out, you will have your dinner. Serve it with corn.
First, buy a turkey at target. Next you put the turkey in the oven. and set the temperature to 67 degrees. When you take the turkey out you will have a turkey. Serve it with compassion. — Jack Snider First, buy a turkey at Amazon. Next, you put in the cotton candy. You put the turkey in the oven and set the temperature to 8000 degrees.
— Elianna Casey First, I got my turkey from costco. Then, I took the bones out and stuffed it. Next, I cook my turkey for 20 to 500 minutes. The oven is at 500 degrees. I serve my turkey with brocoli.
— Kennedy Vaughn
Heritage Hall first graders volunteer their tips and tricks for cooking a Thanksgiving turkey.
Heritage Hall first grader
Evelyn Taccia doublechecks her ingredients list.
FOOTBALL | PLAYOFF PREVIEW: CHARGERS FACE LINCOLN CHRISTIAN ON DEC. 5
Irish get rematch with Lawton Mac in 5A semis
By Jason Jewell Sports Editor
Rebounding from a disappointing loss to Lawton MacArthur in Week 10, the McGuinness football team secured a pair of playoff victories on the way to a rematch against the Highlanders this Friday in the Class 5A semifinals. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. at Noble High School.
“It was a tough end to the season, but probably the best thing to
happen to us,” said coach Ryan Stringer. “We’ve really learned a lot from that loss.”
The Irish (11-1) dominated from the start last Friday night in cruising to a 42-14 victory at Claremore in a quarterfinal matchup.
Quarterback Junior Harris accounted for four touchdowns, including a 2-yard run and three passes to Braydon Splitt, Andrew Harris and Brody Parks in advancing to face MacArthur.
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“We are excited about being able to play them again,” Stringer told FRIDAY. “We don’t want to take this opportunity for granted.”
A key factor in securing a win on Friday hinges on keeping Highlander quarterback Aivan Locklin in check. The senior ran for more than 200 yards and four touchdowns in Week 10, as Lawton Mac won the District 5A-1 title.
“They gave us a lot of problems,” Stringer
CLASS 5A SCHEDULE
Friday, November 28
Semifinals
McGuinness vs. Lawton MacArthur, 7 p.m. at Noble High School
Carl Albert vs. Newcastle, 7 p.m. at Norman North High School Saturday, December 6
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said. “We need to do a better job of containing (Locklin) and limit their running game.”
That task primarily lies with linebacker
Marcellous Tyner and defensive end Aiden
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Manigold. Manigold returned an interception for a touchdown against Claremore.
Junior Harris gets his third straight start at quarterback, after filling in for injured starter Gage Chance during the Irish’s playoff run. The Irish also need to establish their running game with tailback DreAndre Bruton, behind offensive linemen Baylor Moates, Jacob Costello, Sam Randolph, Reed Bramlett and Gavin Brazil.
Irish offense runs over Claremore
Dominating almost from the start, the McGuinness offense erupted for five unanswered touchdown drives over the first two-and-a-half quarters on the way to a 42-14 victory at Claremore last Friday in the Class 5A quarterfinals.
Quarterback Junior Harris, filling in for
injured starter Gage Chance, accounted for four touchdowns in helping lead the Irish (11-1) to a second straight playoff victory.
Harris scored on a 2yard run, before tossing three TD passes to Braydon Splitt for 17 yards, Andrew Harris for 22 yards and Brody Parks for eight yards.
Tailback DreAndre Bruton opened the game with an exciting 77-yard touchdown run and defensive end returned an interception 36 yards for a score to give McGuinness a 14-0 advantage at the end of the first quarter.
The Irish also edged former district rival Guthrie for a 42-35 road win in the first round of the playoffs, behind a 1-yard dive from Junior Harris in the final two minutes of regulation.
Harris finished with 105 yards passing and ran for 16 yards, while Bruton had 106 rushing yards on just nine carries.
CHARGERS RUN OVER INOLA
Almost mirroring its first-round win, Heritage Hall gave up an early touchdown drive to Inola but regrouped to run away with a 4910 triumph over the Longhorns last Friday in the 3A quarterfinals at Pop Murray Field.
Tailback Max Everett ran for three touchdowns to lead the Chargers (11-1). Everett scored on a pair of 1yard dives, along with a 12-yard jaunt late in the second quarter.
Quarterback Teagan Lawson opened the game on a 12-yard strike to Porter England and tossed a 39-yard pass to Tripp Thomas. England added a 36yard interception return for a TD and Walker Wedel finished off the night with a 10-yard run midway through the third quarter.
Heritage Hall opened the playoffs with a 52-34 win over Seminole in the first round.
McGuinness defensive end Aiden Manigold (11) returns an interception for a touchdown for the Irish in a 42-14 playoff win at Claremore.
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New look Antler boys poised to defend crown
By Jason Jewell Sports Editor
Hit hard by graduation and transfers, the Deer Creek boys basketball team rebuilt its roster in the offseason for a possible run to a second straight state championship.
“It’s been a busy offseason,” said coach Mike Donnelly. “We’ve got a new group of guys and we’re trying to get them acclimated to our system.”
The Antlers led the Class 6A championship game almost wire-towire on the way to a 7869 win over Tulsa Union for their first state title since 1974. It was also the next-to-last game in the old State Fairgrounds Arena.
“Getting ready for a new season it’s good to take time to look back (on the state title),” the coach told FRIDAY. “A
SCHEDULE
Tuesday, Dec. 2 vs. Edmond North December 4-6 at Phog Allen Inv.
Tuesday, Dec. 9 vs. Piedmont
Tuesday, Dec. 16 vs. Yukon
Friday, Dec. 19 at U.S. Grant
lot of players worked hard and laid the groundwork to get us to this point.”
Deer Creek, which finished with a 25-5 record last season, opens the 2025-26 campaign this Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. against Edmond North.
The Antlers return four players to a lineup that lost its top seven contributors from 202425, including seniors Colin Westfall, Kyler Wilson and Jalen Davis
joined by sophomore Cooper Whitte.
“These guys understand our expectations and handle the ball well,” Donnelly said. “They bring a lot of energy to our team.”
Deer Creek also added a trio of new players to bring balance to its returners and compete for a spot in the starting lineup.
Junior Cole Brinkman heads the group, along with junior Isaiah Aghacedo and freshman Jaleel Shinn.
The Antlers make another appearance at the prestigious Phog Allen Invitational on Dec. 4-6 in Kansas City, Mo, and host the annual Bruce Gray Invitational in late January.
They host Piedmont on Dec. 9 and Yukon on Dec. 16, before ending the calendar year on Dec. 19 with a road game at U.S. Grant.
SIGNING DAY: HH’S LATHROP PICKS OSU
Heritage Hall senior Ben Lathrop signed a letter of intent to play golf at Oklahoma State University. Lathrop, ranked as Oklahoma’s top recruit in the Class of 2026, won the Class 4A individual state championship last spring. Seated, from left, dad Jamie Lathrop, Ben Lathrop and mom Katie Riesen Lathrop; standing, from left, are Charger golf coach Andy Bogert, sister Allie Lathrop and cousin Blake Riesen.
Panther girls ready for run at 2nd straight title
By Jason Jewell Sports Editor
Keyed by six new transfers and a pair of returning starters, the PC North girls basketball team stands poised to make a run at a second straight state championship.
“We’ve got a lot of new faces,” coach Logan Martin said. “We’re learning about each other and working on our cohesion as a team.”
The Panthers posted the best season in school history, marked by a 29-1 record and a dominating 65-48 win over Mustang last March in the Class 6A title game at State Fairgrounds Arena.
“It was awesome for us to win a state title,” the coach said. “The school had a big assembly and we hung our championship banner.”
PC North opens the 2025-26 campaign this Tuesday at Edmond Santa Fe. Tipoff is set for 6 p.m.
“I think we have a good start for another run,” Martin said. “We
PC North’s Kiana Gray (24) shoots a 3pointer during last year’s state championship game against Mustang. Gray, one of only two returning starters in 2025-26, scored nine points as the Panthers won their first-ever state title.
have a talented group and some depth, but we’ll look a little different than last year.”
Senior returning starters include Kiana Gray and Tehliah Kutsoati. Gray scored nine points in the state final against Mustang.
Seniors Jayla Constant and Dan’nae Jefferson highlight the group of transfers, coming over from district rival PC West. The duo has also committed to major colleges, with Constant at UNLV and
Jefferson at Northern Colorado.
Another pair of seniors, Paige Williams and Makiya Moore come over from Classen SAS where they played significant minutes, the coach said. The Panthers boosted their early schedule with a pair of out-ofstate tournaments. They are committed to playing Dec. 17-23 at the Tarkanian ShootOut in Las Vegas and Dec. 29-31 at a holiday tournament in Dallas.
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Nov. 2829 •
An Actor’s Carol Oklahoma Shakespeare in the Park (OSP) begins a season of holiday merriment with An Actor’s Carol, Nov. 2829, and Jane Austen’s Christmas Cracker, an Interactive Holiday Ball! running Dec. 4–21 at the indoor, Black Box Theatre in the Historic Paseo Arts District. Visit okshakes.org for tickets.
SANTA RUN
Dec. 6 • Saints Santa Run
The Saints Santa Run returns to Midtown OKC on Saturday, Dec. 6, bringing festive fun to Downtown in December presented by Devon. Presented by SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital, the event offers a 5K Run/Walk, 1Mile Fun Run/Walk, and a free 50yard Kids’ Dash along a route that starts and ends at the hospital’s east parking lot. Runners are encouraged to dress as Santa or wear their most creative holiday attire for the costume contest, held after the 5K, with cash prizes awarded for the Most Festive, Best Santa, Best Pet. Cash prizes will also be awarded to the top overall male, female, and nonbinary 5K race winners. Registration is open online at DowntownInDecember.com/SantaRun.
Dec. 1114 • It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play
OCU brings one of the most beloved Christmas stories to life with the stage adaptation of “It's a Wonderful Life.” The production reimagines the film for the stage as a captivating live radio broadcast, following idealistic George Bailey on Christmas Eve in a tale of love and redemption. Burg Theatre, Kirkpatrick Fine Arts Center, 2501 N. Blackwelder.
Dec. 1114 • Holiday Spectacular
The highenergy “Holiday Spectacular” will take the stage, presented by the Ann Lacy School of American Dance and Entertainment’s Star Dance Company. More than 120 dynamic dancers will spread Yuletide magic with holiday favorites, new and exciting pieces, and vivid costumes, offering a graceful and entertaining reminder of the reason for the Christmas season. Kirkpatrick Auditorium.
Dec. 1213 • Christmas Vespers
A treasured tradition, OCU’s 46th annual Christmas Vespers will feature more than 250 instrumentalists and choral singers from the Bass School of Music as they join forces in First Presbyterian Church of Oklahoma City’s majestic neoGothic landmark sanctuary, 1001 NW 25th St.
Tickets and more information about the hol‐iday shows are available at okcu.edu/tickets or by calling 405‐208‐5227.
BALLET
Dec. 20 • Nutcracker Tea
Elevate your holiday season with Oklahoma City Ballet’s enchanting Nutcracker Tea. Guests will enjoy an exclusive Studio Company performance, whimsical photo moments with beloved Nutcracker characters, and delightful treats designed to spark joy for all ages from 46 pm in the Meinders Hall of Mirrors, Civic Center. Purchase tickets at okcballet.org.
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Made in Oklahoma
The Oklahoma film and television industry continues to thrive. Sterlin Harjo’s latest television series, The Lowdown, just wrapped up its first season. deadCenter Film opened a new office downtown. And three new feature films produced in Oklahoma debuted in theaters and online this month.
The Lowdown, Harjo’s comedic crime drama starring Ethan Hawke and Jeanne Tripplehorn aired its final episode of season one on Nov. 4. Season two has not been announced. Harjo told press at the finale that he has the next season all mapped out, so prospects are looking good. The first season of The Lowdown is available to stream on Hulu and Disney+ and to purchase on Apple and Amazon.
deadCenter Film hosted an open house last week at their new office in Deep Deuce. The modern looking corner space is across from the Level Urban Apartments and diagonal from the Aloft Hotel.
Amy Janes, deadCenter’s dynamic new Executive Director, has big plans for incorporating the new neighborhood into the film festival with live music and outdoor screenings during the festival and throughout the year.
The next deadCenter film festival is June 1014, 2026. deadCenter’s
dance party, Glitterball 2026, is coming up Jan. 10, 2026, at Oklahoma Contemporary. Please visit deadcenterfilm. org for more information.
Two feature-length films produced in Oklahoma hit theaters this month: Sarah’s Oil and King Ivory. Both leveraged the states rebate program and filmed completely in Oklahoma.
Sarah’s Oil was released in theaters on Nov. 7 by Amazon MGM Studios. The faith-based film, starring Naya Desir-Johnson and Zachary Levi, tells the true story of an African American girl born in Oklahoma Indian Territory, who believes there is oil beneath the land she’s allotted.
Sarah’s Oil is the fourth film produced by Kingdom Story Company in Oklahoma. Kingdom Story came to Oklahoma to film the Christian blockbuster I Can Only Imagine. That experience was so positive, they returned three times to film American Underdog The Unbreakable Boy, and now Sarah’s Oil. The new film features a song written by Tulsa musi-
cian Taylor Hanson, member of the pop band Hanson, and brand-new member of the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. King Ivory, a dramatic action thriller that explores the gritty world of narcotics, made its theatrical debut Nov. 14. The film is written and directed by John Swab from Tulsa and stars James Badge Dale (A Yellowstone Origin Story) and Oscar winner Melissa Leo (The Fighter).
Randy Wayne, a successful actor turned prolific producer, has another film release this month through his production company Rebellium Films, which he runs with his equally talented wife, Talia Bella Wayne Rebellium produces several films a year and has become the go-to for out of town and local productions looking to film in Oklahoma.
Rebellium’s latest movie is The Bedlam. It is a horror, suspense film that explores the lengths a mother will go to protect her child. It was released on Nov. 7 to select digital and VOD platforms. The Bedlam stars Corbin Bernsen (L.A. Law) and Emmy winner Patricia Heaton (Everybody Loves Raymond). Be sure to add these Oklahoma made films and television shows to your watch lists. Happy Thanksgiving.
Local scientist appointed to UN Global Goal Ambassador role
Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden Conservation Scientist, Dr. Emily Geest has been named a United Nations Association (UNA)-United States of America Global Goal Ambassador for SDG Life on Land. The Sustainable Development Goals, or SDGs, are part of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development adopted by all the United Nations member states in 2015. There are 17 SDGs, with ambassadors selected for each one to serve as part of a working-group cohort.
“It’s an amazing cohort of individuals from all backgrounds focusing on each of these sustainable development goals. Life on Land, or SDG 15, is terrestrial conservation-focused, but working within this cohort, we’re all sharing information about our areas of expertise and finding connections,”
Dr. Geest said. “We’re finding ways that terrestrial conservation impacts poverty, hunger, ecology, education, and more.”
Geest’s area of expertise is insect conservation and ecology and she’s found connections through the UNAUSA program to people who come from completely different backgrounds and mindsets. While she’s able to elevate and share information and concerns from local partners to a global audience, she’s also bringing back an understanding of the global agency that local conservationists can use to have a bigger impact.
“Researchers are always looking for a deeper understanding of nuanced problems,” added Geest. “What I’m learning is that the same is true in a macro sense, as well. If we want to
solve big problems in any field, we have to see how those problems and solutions connect to other issues.”
“Dr. Geest truly embodies the Zoo’s mission to connect people to wildlife and wild places, inspiring them to take conservation action,” said OKC Zoo Executive Director and CEO, Dr. Dwight Lawson. “We are immensely proud to see the same fire and determination she uses when studying monarch butterflies and other pollinators being applied to large-scale conservation goals around the world.”
“The United Nations is a massive international organization addressing issues all over the world,” Geest said.
“It’s amazing to think my input could have an impact on global initiatives.”
Since joining the OKC Zoo, Geest
has spearheaded a number of research projects, including monarch butterfly tagging—with a record number of 350 tagged in 2025. Geest traveled deep into rural Oklahoma in search of rare milkweed plants, which are vital for butterfly populations. Her team gathered seedpods from critically imperiled milkweed varieties and brought them to the OKC Zoo’s horticulture team to raise as part of a headstart program, to bolster the plants in the wild. She also heads up insect surveys of fireflies, dragonflies, and bees at the Zoo and across the state. The information she gathers is used in a variety of ways—confirming the presence of different species of insects, studying the effects of light pollution, sharing data with other research scientists, and more.
Visions Awards honor nonprofit leaders
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Authority and Traffic & Safety Commission. Residents can also receive information about bulk waste days and trash pick-up.
“We have had this feature since we launched our new website a little while ago,” said City Manag-
er Dave Slezickey. “There is no fee for the service, we pay for it through our website host. Many cities do offer something like this.”
While the service is free, community members must register and verify their email account.
“They can always come back and add or delete subscriptions based upon their pref-
erences,” said Slezickey. “We are currently looking at an app to
enhance our transparency to the community.”
Above: Dr. Glen Johnson and his wife Melinda with Inasmuch President and CEO Bob Ross during the Oklahoma Center for Nonprofits’ Visions Awards.
Above: Kathy Williams and AJ Griffin, CEO, Potts Family Foundation. Below: Upward Transitions President and CEO Periann Pulliam and Director of Community Outreach Programs Alicia Terry.
LEGAL NOTICES & CLASSIFIEDS
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11-12-2025 BOCC Minutes Wednesday, November 12, 2025 Board of County Commissioners Amended Call to Order Roll Call Present: 3 - County Commissioner Brian Maughan, County Commissioner Jason Lowe, and County Commissioner Myles Davidson Notice of the meeting was properly posted on November 10, 2025. 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 Brenda Fields Joe Blough entered the meeting at 9:10 a.m. Approval of Minutes Discussion and possible action regarding the minutes of the meeting held on November 3, 2025 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. as amended Davidson moved, Blough seconded, to approve as amended. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan, Davidson and Blough 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. Davidson moved, Blough seconded, to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan, Davidson and Blough Discussion and possible action regarding a recommendation from the Central Purchasing Department for selection of lowest and best bid: CW26090 Window Treatment Services. Item requested by Oklahoma County Purchasing Department, Office of the County Clerk. Davidson moved, Blough seconded, to approve Award No. 19-2025. Bison Blinds, LLC The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan, Davidson and Blough Discussion and possible action regarding a recommendation from the Central Purchasing Department for selection of lowest and best bid: CW26087 Carpet and Flooring Installation. Item requested by Oklahoma County Purchasing Department, Office of the County Clerk. Davidson moved, Blough seconded, to approve Award No. 18-2025. The Carpet Store The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan, Davidson and Blough Discussion and possible action regarding a recommendation from the Central Purchasing Department for selection of lowest and best bid: CW26031-1 Lawn Maintenance Supplies. Item requested by Oklahoma County Purchasing Department, Office of the County Clerk. Davidson moved, Blough seconded, to approve Award No. 20-2025. Madison Turn Farms The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan, Davidson and Blough Discussion and possible action regarding Resolution No. 2025-4359 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. Davidson moved, Blough seconded, to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan, Davidson and Blough Consent Agenda Items on the consent agenda are routine in nature and approved with a single vote. However,
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(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, November 28, 2025 ; Friday, December 5, 2025 ; Friday, December 12, 2025)
IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA
Case No. FD-2024-2838
In Re the Marriage of: ) Jasmine Lawrence, ) Petitioner, ) and ) Michael Lawrence, ) Respondent. )
NOTICE BY PUBLICATION
THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA
TO: Michael Lawrence
You are hereby notified that the Petitioner has sued you for Dissolution of Marriage. You must answer the Petition on or before the 9 day of January, 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 21 day of November, 2025.
RICK WARREN, Court Clerk
By: /s/illegible signature Deputy (SEAL)
(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, November 28, 2025) DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA CV-2025-2863
In Re: The Name of: ) Malisa Ann Gooch )
NOTICE OF HEARING ON CHANGE ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME
TO: All interested parties. Take notice that Malisa Ann Gooch has petitioned to change his/her name to Aishah Malisa Fatimah Ann Abdulkhaliq.
A Hearing on said petition is set for 11:00 o’clock A.M. on the 2 day of December, 2025 before Judge Palumbo at 11:00 o’clock in courtroom 809 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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OKLAHOMA ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LAWS ENFORCEMENT COMMISSION NOTICE OF INTENTION TO APPLY FOR AN ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE
In accordance with Title 37, Section 522 and Title 37A, Section 2-141 Patrick Opene, 12504 Tealwood Dr. Oklahoma City, OK 73120, an individual hereby publishes notice of his intention to apply within sixty days from this date to the Oklahoma Alcoholic Beverage Laws Enforcement Commission for a Retail Spirits Store License under authority of and in compliance with the said Act: That he intend(s), if granted such license to operate as a Retail Spirits Store establishment with business premises located at 4309 NW 39th St. Suite A in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, 73112 under the business name of 39th Street Liquor.
Dated this 17 day of November, 2025.
/s/ Patrick Opene County of Oklahoma, State of Oklahoma. Before me, the undersigned notary public, personally appeared: Patrick Opene, to me known to be the person(s) described in and who executed the foregoing application and acknowledged that he executed the same as his free act and deed. /s/Jennifer Clark, Notary Public (SEAL) State of Oklahoma #13007871 My commission expires 08/27/2029
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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: Davidson moved, Blough seconded, to approve the consent agenda. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan, Davidson and Blough Litigation: Case No. CV-2024-2184 Summons Case No. CJ-20258110 Summons Case No. CV-2025-2767 Notice of Hearing Monthly report of fees for the Oklahoma County Clerk’s Office. Requested by Autumn Jefferis, Real Estate & UCC Manager, County Clerk’s office. Monthly Report of Fees for October 2025 for the Oklahoma County Juvenile Bureau, requested by Ms. Hannah Whipp, Director Cancelled Check #101030692 in the amount of $600.00, issued to Wireless Innovation Inc. dated 9/17/25; reissue on 11/12/25. Item requested by the Accounts Payable Department, Office of The County Clerk. Discussion and possible action regarding Employee Benefit AffirmedRX Inv#5102 for Oklahoma County in the amount of $125,892.75 pending notification of encumbrance to Jackie Wilson, Oklahoma County Treasurer’s Office. Discussion and possible action regarding Employee Benefit AffirmedRX Inv#5103 for Oklahoma County in the amount of $5,320.00 pending notification of encumbrance to Jackie Wilson, Oklahoma County Treasurer’s Office. Discussion and possible action regarding Workers’ Compensation claim payments from Consolidated Benefits Resources in the amount of $259.68 for the period of 11-04-2025. Item requested by Karen Kint, Director of HR & Safety. Cancelled Check #101030837 in the amount of $1,105.17, issued to The Digi Group Inc. dated 10/08/2025; do not reissue. Item requested by the Accounts Payable Department, Office of the County Clerk. Monthly Report of Fees for the Planning Commission Inspection Fee Funds, State Building Code Fund and the Fee Fund Report for October 2025. Requested by Erik Brandt, Principal Planner, Planning Department. Discussion and possible action regarding Resolution No. 2025-4348, disposing of equipment from the inventory of the Oklahoma County Sheriff’s Office. These items are broken or obsolete, and with the requested approval, will be junked in accordance with the provisions set forth in Title 19 Section 421. Requested by Amber Harris, Oklahoma County Clerk’s Office One 1 2022 Chevy Tahoe 4X4 PPV-Black, c/n B301-00151, s/n 1GNSKLED2NR122497, acquired 03/09/2022 from Joe Cooper Chevrolet, PO Box 21748, Shawnee, OK 73156 for $60,224.00 Monthly report of fees for the County Commissioners for the month of October, 2025. Requested by the County Finance Department, Office of the Oklahoma County Clerk. Discussion and possible action regarding Tin Horn Installation in District 2 for Magee. This item is in compliance with Resolution No. 2020-5733. Requested by Stacey Trumbo, PE, County Engineer. Monthly Report of Officers for October 2025 for the Oklahoma County Juvenile Bureau, requested by Ms. Hannah Whipp, Director. Monthly Report of Fees for the Court Clerk for October, 2025. Requested by Rick Warren, Court Clerk. End of Consent Docket Departmental Items District No. 1 Discussion and possible action regarding an agreement between the Oklahoma County Board of County Commissioners and Alfalfa, Beaver, Beckham, Blaine, Canadian, Cimarron, Cleveland, Custer, Dewey, Ellis, Garfield, Grant, Greer, Harmon, Harper, Hughes, Jackson, Kay, Lincoln, Logan, Kingfisher, Kiowa, Major, Noble, Okfuskee, Payne, Pottawatomie, Roger Mills, Seminole, Texas, Washita, Woods, and Woodward Counties for participation in the Central Oklahoma Workforce Development Consortium for the provision of workforce development programs in the Central Oklahoma Region. Requested by Jason Lowe, Commissioner District 1. 21-22 Blough moved, Davidson seconded, to approve items 21-22. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan, Davidson and Blough Discussion and possible action regarding the appointment of District 1 as the Oklahoma County Board of County Commissioners representative to the Central Oklahoma Workforce Development Area Board. Requested by Jason Lowe, Commissioner, District 1. District No. 2 Discussion and possible action regarding an Agreement for Specific Assistance between the Board of County Commissioners of Oklahoma County and the City of Choctaw for drainage repair on Fox Drive. This item requested by Brian Maughan, Commissioner for District Two and Chairman of the Board. Maughan moved, Davidson seconded, to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan, Davidson and Blough District No. 3 Discussion and possible action to appoint Brad Hawley as a Trustee to the Criminal Justice Authority to replace Shelly Perkins. Requested by Myles Davidson, County Commissioner, District 3. one week Blough moved, Davidson seconded, to defer for one week. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan, Davidson and Blough Discussion and possible action regarding application for Emergency & Transportation Revolving ETR funding to replace damaged drainage structures on Westminster between Sorghum Mill and Waterloo and the intersection of County Line and Covell. If approved by Oklahoma Cooperative Circuit Engineering Districts Board OCCEDB, District #3 will repay $314,000.00 and $512,000.00 respectively over a 5year period. This was previously approved by the BOCC on 8/27/2025, but wording on the applications had to changed and resubmitted. Requested by Myles Davidson, Commissioner, District 3. Davidson moved, Blough seconded, to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan, Davidson and Blough County Clerk Discussion and possible action regarding the dates and times of the Amended 2026 Regular Scheduled meetings for the Board of County Commissioners. Requested by Clerks of the Board, Office of the County Clerk. Per 25 O.S. § 311. Blough moved, Davidson seconded, to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan, Davidson and Blough Emergency Management Discussion, review, and possible action regarding the FY 2026 Annual Fire Equipment Agreement between Oklahoma County and the City of Harrah/Harrah 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, 2026. Requested by David K. Barnes, Director, Oklahoma County Office of Emergency Management. Davidson moved, Blough seconded, to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3Maughan, Davidson and Blough Discussion, review, and possible action regarding the FY 2026 Annual Fire Equipment Agreement between Oklahoma County and The City of Del City/Del 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, 2026. Requested by David K. Barnes, Director, Oklahoma County Office of Emergency Management. Davidson moved, Blough seconded, to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan, Davidson and Blough Engineering Discussion and possible action regarding the Agreement for Services between the Board of County Commissioners of Oklahoma County and Thompson General Contracting LLC, for OK County Project #P26285-03-Design-Build Courthouse Handicap Elevator. The total amount of the agreement shall not exceed Eighty-Four Thousand, Five Hundred Ninety-Three Dollars and 43/100 $84,593.43. Requisition No. 12603393 has been issued from- Capital Project 2010 Fund, contingent upon final encumbrance of funds. Requested by Stacey Trumbo, PE, County Engineer and has been approved as to form and legality by Aaron Etherington, Assistant District Attorney. Davidson moved, Blough seconded, to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan, Davidson and Blough Discussion and possible action regarding the Agreement for Services between the Board of County Commissioners of Oklahoma County and WSB LLC for OK County Culvert Inventory. The total amount of the agreement shall not exceed Ten Thousand Dollars and NO/100 $10,000.00. Requisition No. 12603402 has been issued from- CBRI 1111 Fund, contingent upon final encumbrance of funds. Requested by Stacey Trumbo, PE, County Engineer and has been approved as to form and legality by Aaron Etherington, Assistant District Attorney. Davidson moved, Blough seconded, to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan, Davidson and Blough Discussion and possible action regarding Change Order No. 05 to the Agreement for Services between Flintco LLC and the Board of County Commissioners of Oklahoma County for the Behavioral Care Center and associated infrastructure in the amount not to exceed Fourteen Thousand, Eight Hundred Thirty Three Dollars and NO/100 $14,833.00. This change order is necessary to furnish and install wood blocking at future handrail locations. Purchase Order No. 22601817 will increase Fourteen Thousand, Eight Hundred Thirty-Three Dollars and NO/100 $14,833.00 to cover the additional work. Requested by Stacey Trumbo, PE, County Engineer. Davidson moved, Blough seconded, to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan, Davidson and Blough Juvenile Bureau Discussion and possible action regarding an Agreement between the Board of County Commissioners of Oklahoma County on behalf of the Oklahoma County Juvenile Bureau, and Community Health Centers of Oklahoma, who shall
provide medical and dental services to the juvenile residents in the Oklahoma County Juvenile Detention Center. This Agreement is at no cost to the County and shall be effective July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026. Requested by Hannah Whipp, Juvenile Bureau Director. Davidson moved, Blough seconded, to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan, Davidson and Blough MIS Discussion and possible action regarding the quote for Granite Telecommunications, LLC. This quote is under state contract SW1014 and will be replacing the remaining pots lines at multiple locations. This just needs a signature so that we can process a purchase order with them. This item is requested by Dayne Coffey, Director, Information Technology. Davidson moved, Blough seconded, to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3Maughan, Davidson and Blough Discussion and possible action regarding the Amended FY 2025-2026 contract renewal with Karpel Solutions, Inc. This is for the annual maintenance and support for the Prosecutor Case Management Software. This contract is to be effective July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. The only change is an additional $1,000.00 for storage changing the total amount not to exceed $124,275.00. Once approved, a change order will be done on PO 22601130 for Karpel Solutions, Inc. This item is requested by Dayne Coffey, Director, Information Technology, and has been approved as to form and legality by Aaron Etherington, Assistant District Attorney. Davidson moved, Blough seconded, to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan, Davidson and Blough Sheriff Discussion and possible action to approve the Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Grant StateLocal Agreement between the State of Oklahoma and the Oklahoma County Board of County Commissioners on behalf of the Oklahoma County Sheriff’s Office FEMA-DR-4862-OK. Requested by Sheriff Tommie Johnson III. Davidson moved, Blough seconded, to approve. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3Maughan, Davidson and Blough Commissioners Comments/General Remarks: No New Business Recess into executive session 925 Davidson moved, Blough seconded, to recess at 9:25 a.m. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3Maughan, Davidson and Blough To enter into executive session pursuant to 25 O.S. 307 B 4 to engage in confidential communications between the public body and its attorney concerning a pending investigation, claim or action by Estate of Choteau v. Oklahoma County Criminal Justice Authority, et al, CIV-23-320-PRW, and where on advice of its attorney, the board has determined that disclosure will seriously impair the ability of the public body to process the claim or conduct a pending investigation, litigation, or proceeding in the public interest. Requested by Carri Remillard, Assistant District Attorney. To enter into executive session pursuant to 25 O.S. 2001 § 307.B.1, discussion and possible action regarding employment, appointment, promotion, demotion, discipline or resignation or any possible salary adjustment related thereto of Karen Kint, Director of Human Resources/Safety. Item requested by Jessica Clayton, County Manager. This Executive Session was table.to the Board of County Commissioners due back on 11/19/2025 To enter into executive session pursuant to 25 O.S. 2001 § 307.B.1, discussion and possible action regarding employment, appointment, promotion, demotion, discipline or resignation or any possible salary adjustment related thereto of David Barnes, Director of Emergency Management. Item requested by Jessica Clayton, County Manager. This Executive Session was table.to the Board of County Commissioners due back on 11/19/2025 To enter into executive session pursuant to 25 O.S. 2001 § 307.B.1, discussion and possible action regarding employment, appointment, promotion, demotion, discipline or resignation or any possible salary adjustment related thereto of Keith Monroe, Director of Facilities. Item requested by Jessica Clayton, County Manager. This Executive Session was table.to the Board of County Commissioners due back on 11/19/2025 To enter into executive session pursuant to 25 O.S. 2001 § 307.B.1, discussion and possible action regarding employment, appointment, promotion, demotion, discipline or resignation or any possible salary adjustment related thereto of Dayne Coffey, Director of IT. Item requested by Jessica Clayton, County Manager. This Executive Session was table.to the Board of County Commissioners due back on 11/19/2025 To enter into executive session pursuant to 25 O.S. 2001 § 307.B.1, discussion and possible action regarding employment, appointment, promotion, demotion, discipline or resignation or any possible salary adjustment related thereto of Stacey Trumbo, County Engineer. Item requested by Jessica Clayton, County Manager. This Executive Session was table.to the Board of County Commissioners due back on 11/19/2025 To enter into executive session pursuant to 25 O.S. 2001 § 307.B.1, discussion and possible action regarding employment, appointment, promotion, demotion, discipline or resignation or any possible salary adjustment related thereto of Jon Wilkerson, Director of Benefits and Retirement. Item requested by Jessica Clayton, County Manager. This Executive Session was table.to the Board of County Commissioners due back on 11/19/2025 To enter into executive session pursuant to 25 O.S. 2001 § 307.B.1, discussion and possible action regarding employment, appointment, promotion, demotion, discipline or resignation or any possible salary adjustment related thereto of Jessica Clayton, County Manager. Item requested by Jessica Clayton, County Manager. Return from executive session 1036 Blough moved, Davidson seconded, to return at 10:36 a.m. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan, Davidson and Blough Action regarding in confidential communications between the public body and its attorney concerning a pending investigation, claim or action by Estate of Choteau v. Oklahoma County Criminal Justice Authority, et al, CIV-23-320PRW, and where on advice of its attorney, the board has determined that disclosure will seriously impair the ability of the public body to process the claim or conduct a pending investigation, litigation, or proceeding in the public interest. Requested by Carri Remillard, Assistant District Attorney. 1036 settle for $75 and place on the proe... Davidson moved, Maughan seconded, to settle for $75,000 and place on the property rolls. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan, Davidson and Blough Action regarding employment, appointment, promotion, demotion, discipline or resignation or any possible salary adjustment related thereto of Karen Kint, Director of Human Resources/Safety. Item requested by Jessica Clayton, County Manager. 45-50 payroll adj of 3.... Davidson moved, Blough seconded, to approve a payroll adjustment of 3.2%.each retro to July 1st. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan, Davidson and Blough Action regarding employment, appointment, promotion, demotion, discipline or resignation or any possible salary adjustment related thereto of David Barnes, Director of Emergency Management. Item requested by Jessica Clayton, County Manager. This Executive Session was table.to the Board of County Commissioners due back on 11/19/2025 Action regarding employment, appointment, promotion, demotion, discipline or resignation or any possible salary adjustment related thereto of Keith Monroe, Director of Facilities. Item requested by Jessica Clayton, County Manager. This Executive Session was table.to the Board of County Commissioners due back on 11/19/2025 Action regarding employment, appointment, promotion, demotion, discipline or resignation or any possible salary adjustment related thereto of Dayne Coffey, Director of IT. Item requested by Jessica Clayton, County Manager. This Executive Session was table.to the Board of County Commissioners due back on 11/19/2025 Action regarding employment, appointment, promotion, demotion, discipline or resignation or any possible salary adjustment related thereto of Stacey Trumbo, County Engineer. Item requested by Jessica Clayton, County Manager. This Executive Session was table.to the Board of County Commissioners due back on 11/19/2025 Action regarding employment, appointment, promotion, demotion, discipline or resignation or any possible salary adjustment related thereto of Jon Wilkerson, Director of Benefits and Retirement. Item requested by Jessica Clayton, County Manager. This Executive Session was table.to the Board of County Commissioners due back on 11/19/2025 Action regarding employment, appointment, promotion, demotion, discipline or resignation or any possible salary adjustment related thereto of Jessica Clayton, County Manager. Item requested by Jessica Clayton, County Manager. increase by # Davidson moved, Blough seconded, to increase pay by an even $3,000. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 3 - Maughan, Davidson and Blough Citizen Participation: “Citizens may address the Board during open meetings under the agenda item “Citizen’s Participation.” However, the Board cannot discuss, take action or make any decisions on matters not on the current agenda. Please fill out a “Citizen’s Participation” request form provided by the County Clerk’s office or complete the fillable form that will be provided by PublicComment@oklahomacounty.org and submit via email or hand the form to the recording secretary prior to the meeting. Commissioner Lowe was called to speak Commissioner Lowe was called to speak Adjourn Davidson moved, Blough seconded, to adjourn at 10:38 a.m. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 2 - Maughan and Blough LPXLP
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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
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“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.
Drummond encourages safe, informed charitable giving
As the holiday giving season approaches, Attorney General Gentner Drummond is reminding Oklahomans to take precautions to ensure their charitable donations reach legitimate organizations and the causes they care about.
Giving Tuesday is Dec. 2, which is a day that kicks off the busiest charitable giving period of the year. But donors need to be vigilant with their giving.
“Oklahomans are incredibly generous
people, and we see the Oklahoma Standard in action especially during the holidays as people show up for their neighbors with kindness and generosity,” said Drummond.
“Unfortunately, bad actors seek to exploit that generosity. By taking a few simple steps to verify a charity’s legitimacy, donors can ensure their hardearned money goes where it's intended and makes a real difference in people’s lives.” Drummond formed
the Charity Enforcement Unit earlier this year to stop fraudsters, protect donors and ensure charitable organizations comply with state law.
Here are some tips to help Oklahomans give wisely this season:
• Take your time. Legitimate charities will never pressure you to donate immediately. Resist impulse decisions and take time to research the organization.
• Ask key questions. Request the charity's
Dear Wise Elder: I am the power of attorney and advocate for my older neighbor, who has been a long-time family friend. He is a gracious gentleman of 92 who lives across the street. He is declining and we are facing medical decisions, including the possibility of surgery. To make the best decisions, what should I be considering?
Dear Questions: You and your friend should discuss what he wants. Is the issue survivable? What is the usual pathway given for this diagnosis? How do you perceive his prognosis for his situation? Is the issue treatable or curable? Will the treatment put him in and out of the
full name, address and contact information. Ask if donations are tax-deductible; only federally recognized 501(c)(3) organizations qualify. Verify that the charity or its professional fundraisers are registered to solicit in Oklahoma.
• Do some research. Take time to make sure you are giving to a charity you trust. Learn more about its programs and finances, whether it is a taxexempt entity under federal law and what
others say about it.
• Watch for warning signs and trust your gut. Be cautious of organizations that use names or logos similar to well-known charities, apply high-pressure tactics or offer prizes or gimmicks as incentives to donate. If it seems too good to be true, it probably is. Find more details on how to research charitable organizations and how to file a complaint against a charity at oklahoma.gov/oag / charity.
hospital repeatedly? What quality will he have after the treatment? For example, atrial fibrulation is not fixable, but is treatable. Pneumonia may be survivable – you can even live with one lung. Repeated UTIs can indicate a greater problem that you and your friend may need to research and uncover. Ask pointed questions. Seek counsel from physicians who will be frank and willing to say, “It is likely you are not going to get over this health issue.” Have frequent and deep conversations. Then do the best you can.
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Casady kids give thanks during feast!
Casady School Primary Division enjoyed the annual Thanksgiving Feast before their break for the holiday. Above: Bailey C. and Evie S. are thankful for the meal. At right: Nikita P. digs into the meal.
Above: Archie S. and Hazel H. celebrate Thanksgiving with their classmates. At left: Adelaide R.
Bank of OK team wins Hole Shebang!
United Way of Central Oklahoma (UWCO) announced Bank of Oklahoma as the champion of the fifth annual The Hole Shebang! cornhole tournament at Scissortail Park.
“We are so grateful to our presenting sponsor, Love’s Travel Stops, for generously providing the stage and great lawn at Scissortail Park to us yearafter-year,” UWCO President & CEO Rachel C. Holt said. “We would not be able to do this without their support. Congratulations to the Bank of Oklahoma
team for winning our Cornhole Cup and NewView Oklahoma for being the last Partner Agency standing and receiving their respective Cornhole Cup!”
This year’s cornhole tournament included more than 80 corporate and community sponsored teams competing for bragging rights and the coveted traveling Cornhole Cups. The more than $38,000 raised supports UWCO’s 2025 campaign, which kicked off last month under the leadership of co-chairmen Lee and Suzie Symcox.
A reception at the Oklahoma City Golf and Country Club introduced The Uncommon Ground, Oklahoma’s first, 62-acre sculpture park. From left: Architect Rand Elliott, Edmond Fine Arts Executive Director Shannon Price, The Uncommon Ground Executive Director Melissa Pepper, hosts Nancy Herzel and Jamie Farha, Board President David Thompson and Cynthia and Hal French, founder and visionary. The Uncommon Ground is set to open in the fall of 2026.
- Photos by Rose Lane
Bank of Oklahoma’s Bill Harris and Jimmy Harmon with The Hole Shebang! first-place trophy.
Barbara Butner and Penny Voss enjoy the Taste of Western event at the Will Rogers Theatre.
Lynn Taylor and Debbie Naifeh sample the goodies at the Taste of Western.
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Tickets are on sale now at okcphil.org/ eventstickets/pops/ or by calling (405) 842-5387.
Canterbury Voices — celebrating 57 years in Oklahoma City — returns Sunday, Dec. 7 at 7 p.m. with an OKC holiday tradition.
“Handel’s Messiah” comes to life with the award-winning Canterbury Voices, accompanied by the Oklahoma City Philharmonic.
You’ll experience high-wire arias, dazzling instrumental fireworks, and awe-inspiring choruses — making this the must-see holiday event in Oklahoma City. Joined by four virtuosic soloists, the performance will be presented in its traditional Baroque orchestration.
Tickets are now on sale, with group discounts available. Call the Box Office at (405) 232- SING or visit CanterburyOKC.com for more information.
Oklahoma City Ballet presents the holiday classic, “The Nutcracker,” Dec. 12-23 at the Civic Center Music Hall. Each of the 14 performances come to
life with the powerful sounds of live music performed by the Oklahoma City Philharmonic and Canterbury Voices.
Last December, Oklahoma City Ballet unveiled a dazzling new production of “The Nutcracker,” featuring 195 exquisite costumes, breathtaking sets, and whimsical props that brought the beloved story of Clara, Fritz, and Marie to life like never before. The reimagined production broke box office records and enchanted more than 20,000 audience members, earning glowing reviews from both critics and fans.
Tickets may be purchased by calling Oklahoma City Ballet 405-848-TOES (8637), online at okcballet.org, or by calling the Civic Center Box office at (405) 297-2264. All performances take place at the Civic Center Music Hall, 201 N. Walker, Oklahoma City. The Oklahoma City Ballet Box Office is open Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and is located at 6800 N. Classen Blvd.
Oklahoma City University premieres “Holiday Spectacular,” the fall performance of the Star Dance Com-
pany from the Ann Lacy School of American Dance & Entertainment.
“Holiday Spectacular” honors the legacy of the Ann Lacy School of Dance & Entertainment while broadening its repertoire to embrace dance for the world of entertainment! Over 120 dynamic performers spread yuletide magic with high-energy holiday favorites, vivid costumes and a graceful reminder of the reason for the Christmas season.
“Holiday Spectacular” is to be performed at 8 p.m. on Dec. 11, 12, and 13, with matinee showings at 2 p.m. on Dec. 13 and 14. All performances take place at the Kirkpatrick Theater, in OCU’s Kirkpatrick Fine Arts Building.
For tickets, either call the OCU Performing Arts Ticket Office at (405) 2085227, purchase online at okcu.edu/ main/tickets, or purchase in-person in the Edith Kinney Gaylord Center (Ann Lacy School of American Dance & Entertainment) at the intersection of N. Blackwelder Ave. and NW 23. The ticket office is also open in the Kirkpatrick Fine Arts Center starting two hours prior to each performance.
TASTE OF WESTERN. Carol and Davonna Milam enjoy the Western Avenue Association event at the Will Rogers Theatre.