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t’s October, which means if you have little ones at home you may be scrambling for costumes. Here are some tips for lastminute planners.

• Rather than popular TV/movie characters that require elaborate plans, turn to books for inspiration. Book characters can sometimes be less complicated to re-create and could require merely a quick trip to Goodwill for the right colored pants and jacket, for example. Also, don’t be afraid to mix it up rather than sticking to traditional perceptions. Little Red Riding Hood could be mod- Angela Rowland ernized with a red hoodie, jeans, basket of goodies and a stuffed wolf.

• Use found items. Inflated balloons safetypinned to a T-shirt make a cute gumball machine. Tie hair around saved toilet paper rolls, add a robe and play as a grannie. If you start now, you could begin collecting supplies over the next few weeks.

• Rethink the clothing. Many costumes can be put together using secondhand clothing, but also consider what pieces can be reworn after Halloween even if bought new. Rather than a cheaply-made store costume, outfits put together using everyday clothing can live a longer, more useful life. I’ve found hooded PJs for my kids make both great costumes and pajamas they’re excited to keep wearing in the future. Hoodies used for a costume remain on the hooks as jackets throughout the year. Simply add fun accessories and you’re done. The ability to reuse your costume pieces lowers their per-wear cost.

• Don’t underestimate face paint. Face painting kits can be fairly inexpensive (especially if you wait until after Halloween to stock up for next year) and can go a long way to adding interest and detail to any costume.

• If a premade costume is a must, be sure to check thrift stores for those, too. S Angela Rowland is an OBU graduate and a stay-at-home mother of four. She enjoys finding new ways to stretch the paycheck and share some of her favorite tips and deals.

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r. Daniel Amen is a doctor who practices as a psychiatrist and brain disorder specialist as director of the Amen Clinics. He is also a co-author of “The Daniel Plan.”

In his part of the book, he breaks down how stress literally kills the body. Stress is a normal part of everyday life, but it is chronic stress that is affecting some of us. He wrote that “brief surges of stress hormones are normal and beneficial. They motivate you to do a good job at work, study hard or pay your bills on time. Chronic stress harms the brain. It constricts blood flow, which lowers overall brain function and prematurely ages your brain.”

Your body responds to the way you think, feel and act. High blood pressure or a stomach ulcer might develop from your body trying to tell you something isn’t right with your stress hormones. Chronic stress weakens your body’s immune system, making it easier to get sick.

Stress has also been implicated in heart disease, high blood pressure and even some cancers. Some of us add to the stress by trying to calm our nerves with food, alcohol or nicotine. You may even find it harder to control certain food cravings when under stress. Stress and the hormone cortisol are linked to increases in appetite and cravings for carbs and sweet treats. Next month, I will continue this topic to go through multiple suggestions on stress management. The slow cooker recipe below will provide you with a pretty stress-free meal.

Crockpot Honey Garlic Chicken

I have shared many slow cooker recipes over the years, and I just can't stop. Using your slow cooker is just too helpful, and there is just something about walking in the door to the amazing smell. This was one the whole family really enjoyed. It is a win for me when the meal also has all the food groups in one pot.

Ingredients: 8 bone-in chicken thighs ¼ cup ketchup 16oz baby red potatoes, halved 2 cloves garlic, minced 16oz fresh green beans, trimmed 1 tsp dried basil 2 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley leaves ½ tsp dried oregano For the sauce ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes ½ cup liquid aminos ¼ tsp ground black pepper ½ cup honey Directions: In a large bowl, combine liquid aminos, honey, ketchup, garlic, basil, oregano, red pepper flakes and pepper. Place chicken thighs, potatoes, carrots and liquid amino mixture in a crockpot. Cover and cook on low heat for 7-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. Add green beans during the last 30 minutes of cooking time. Garnish with parsley once cooked.

Makes: 6 servings Nutritional Information per serving: Calories: 380 Total Fat: 6g Saturated Fat: 1g Cholesterol: 140mg Sodium: 1534mg Carbohydrates: 43g Dietary Fiber: 3g Protein: 34g Nutrition 101 Tip: I love using honey to add sweetness to a recipe. Honey gives you so much more nutrition than using cane sugar. When choosing a ketchup, try to choose one that is also not full of added cane sugar. Also, when choosing a honey, look for local honey so you can get the added benefits for allergies. Honey actually contains amino acids, vitamins, minerals, iron, zinc and antioxidants. Honey can be used as an anti-inflammatory. You may have even used it often to help treat a cough or a sore throat. Next time you make that cup of hot tea, try a little honey in there for the added sweetness and the health benefits. S Andrea Beck, a registered dietitian and personal trainer, received her master’s degree in nutrition and dietetics from the University of Central Oklahoma. She offers personal training through an online class and nutrition services through SSM Health St. Anthony in Shawnee. Contact her at Andrea.beck1@ssmhealth. com or through her Facebook page, Nutrition and Exercise 101 with Andrea.

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useums are a fun place to walk around. There are around the gallery and pointed out what objects were in the paintmany interesting things to look at, but often I have ings. Well, he could see for himself what was in the painting, Trim no idea what I’m looking at or why it’s important. wanted to know the how and why behind the piece of art.

I want something interesting, something that I will remember, How was it tied to everyday life? Why did the artist paint it? something that catches my attention. That’s where Why was the subject’s skin greenish? Why were docents come in. there mummified cats? He wanted to put the art Have you ever taken a tour at a museum where and artifacts in context so that it was easier to unsomeone guided you around and told you the stoderstand and relate to. ries behind what you were looking at? That person He set out to change that. He worked with Donis called a docent, and they can make a museum na Merkt – director of education at that time – and come alive. they began gathering the information that would The Mabee-Gerrer Museum of Art has several make the museum come alive. Donna created docents who guide groups around the gallery and “cheat sheets” for each piece of art so that Dick and tell the “backstory” of the object you are looking Scan this code to visit the the other docents had something to reference when at. There is one who is a treasure himself – Dick Mabee-Gerrer Museum of giving tours. The artwork in the gallery is very diTrim. Dick took his first tour of the museum after Art’s at-home project page. verse and covers thousands of years and a good his daughter, Delaynna Trim – MGMoA Curator of portion of the globe. To keep things organized, the Collections – invited him. Trim had recently retired and was look- tours were divided into five topics – Egypt, Middle Ages, African, ing for something to keep him busy.

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could use. Many times, kids and adults cess, and the docent library continues to taking the tours would ask questions that grow. The docents meet every month at the docents didn’t know, so Dick would do the museum to hone their skills and get to a deep dive into the subject to find the anknow each other. Tours are ongoing, and swer. Then, the information was added to new questions are asked all the time. It’s an the docent information library kept at the exciting process as the knowledge builds. front desk of the museum.

When you ask Dick about his favorDick is known for his Egyptian tour. ite parts of being a docent, he smiles and He has collected various materials used says, the younger kids when they ask great in mummification from linen to natron questions. Dick feels it’s important to to frankincense, which he passes around catch people’s attention, and he does that so visitors know what these materials look by adding additional layers to what is seen and feel like. Did you know that the tool visually. the ancient Egyptians used to pull the Does this sound like fun? If you want brain out through the nose looks a lot like to take a tour with one of the docents, you a Victorian button hook? He often shares can call the museum at (405) 878-5300 for these facts during these tours – while a schedule. If being a docent sounds like wearing an Egyptian hat. fun, the museum is always looking for The docents at the museum have annew docents. All training and support is other tool at their disposal called Visual provided, and you don’t have to be an exThinking Strategies (VTS), which is a pert. method to help children and adults de- Docents at the Mabee-Gerrer Museum I would love to hear about your exof Art like Dick Trim help broaden the scribe and interpret the art they are lookperiences and what you learned on your information they use to provide context ing at. It helps grow critical thinking skills. museum tour. Be sure to share on social and fun into tours for visitors to get more The method involves asking three ques- out of their museum experience. media. tions, which is not difficult. The results are Kids, do you want to make a paper amazing, and the kids love it. It is one more way docents bring art mummy or color Tutu? to life.

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Ryan Busler has worked as an agent with Navigating Medicare to help people find the right health insurance plan for their needs after he learned the value of a helping hand when enrolling in coverage after abruptly returning from working overseas as a missionary along with his wife Julie Busler, who also earned her agent license in September. — Photos submitted

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s the holidays approach, many people begin filling their todo lists with shopping for gifts and groceries to celebrate with family.

Not as many put shopping for health insurance coverage on that list, and they could be missing something they didn’t know was there – even if they currently have a plan, as many vary in what benefits they offer from year to year.

“You can’t just say you had a good plan a year or two ago,” said Ryan Busler, regional manager with Navigating Medicare. “All the plans are a little bit different, and they all cater

to something different in people’s lifestyles. It’s really something that you have to look at every year and find a plan that meets that need.”

From Oct. 15 through Dec. 7, those eligible for Medicare coverage can find health insurance coverage that will go into effect on Jan. 1, 2023. For those younger than 65 and not on disability for more than two years, the chance to enroll in coverage via the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act marketplace begins Nov. 1 and continues through Jan. 15, 2023, according to HealthCare.gov.

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for the next few months, Busler and his colleagues will be hosting classes, leading sessions and meeting with residents to help them understand their options.

Even though these enrollment periods are open to all within each category, the actual process of sifting through all the different options and criteria reveals to many who apply the importance of the role of agents like Busler. At no cost to the applicant, trained agents can help identify and organize the key information that will help reveal the best plan for each situ> ation. www.shawneeoutlook.com

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With open enrollment running for the next few months, Ryan Busler and his colleagues will be hosting classes, leading sessions and meeting with residents to help them understand their options.

“Most people are shocked that coverage is more affordable and more accessible than they thought it would be,” Busler said.

This year in particular will be interesting as it has the potential to see market disruptions resulting from some companies increasing their efforts to make their health insurance plans more competitive, Busler said. This will make it crucial even for those who already have a plan to examine some of the potential changes coming in 2023 to make sure it still matches their lifestyle.

Some of the changes companies are making have surprised Busler. For example, nearly every plan will include a flexible spending element that can help subscribers cover things like dental or vision that may not be part of their medical health insurance. Some plans even include perks like pest control, pet services or house cleaning on top of the standard benefits.

“The companies are doing everything they can to be competitive and meet needs that seniors have,” said Busler, who has worked as an agent for four years.

Busler first saw the need for this kind of work when he came back from serving as a missionary overseas with his family and needed to line up medical treatment not long after arriving.

“We found ourselves on the other side of the desk with no coverage,” Busler said. “We figured out how stressful it was to wake up one day and not have health insurance.”

When they sat down with an agent to discuss their options, he said they experienced the relief that came with knowing they had something that allowed them to take their kids to the doctor if they’re sick or hurt. The agent helped them find choices that worked for their situation, and Busler realized the impact that kind of service could 14

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“It’s really great to be able to meet that need for people, calm their nerves and walk them through it,” Busler said.

“There’s a huge relief in knowing that you’ve taken care of the thing that seemed so difficult. I remember going through that.”

So does his wife Julie Busler, who earned her license to work as an agent in September after seeing the difference the work can make.

“The insurance world can be kind of scary or confusing if you don’t know what you’re doing,” said Julie Busler, who recently published the book, “Joyful Sorrow,” and also works as a speaker discussing topics surrounding mental health treatment and faith. “I have watched Ryan help people, and it’s really changed their life when they’ve been able to save money and get coverage. I’m excited to be able to work with him in that.”

Busler’s experience of having to enroll in health insurance when circumstances were not ideal helps him relate to the people with whom he meets. For many, seeking health

insurance coverage weighs on them like a burden and can feel overwhelming when trying to figure out what they need.

Having someone who lives and works in Shawnee can make a difference in understanding their needs.

“Many people don’t realize this, but if they are on a Medicare plan, they have an agent somewhere getting paid a commission to service their needs and answer their questions,” Busler said. “Most of the people I talk to don’t know they have an agent somewhere.

“I really advocate for having that local touch. Having someone you can sit with face to face or have their number and text them when you have a problem.”

For instance, he’ll speak with folks already enrolled who just bought hearing aids out of pocket because they did not know their current plan paid for them, Busler said. It’s rare that he meets anyone coming to him who is utilizing all aspects of their current plan, and most certainly do not track the changes in their plans from year to year.

As an example, those seeking Medicare supplements to cover some expenses that their primary plan doesn’t often don’t realize that in Oklahoma it is possible to lock in the rate they first pay for the rest of their lives, Busler said. Rates may change as a result of inflation but will not increase with age, so this means that those considering adding a supplement would benefit from doing so sooner rather than later over the long term.

With a background in engineering and education, Busler

said he likes helping take the pieces of the puzzle that people bring him and put together a list of options that fit their criteria. The mechanics of the process can seem daunting, and that’s why Busler and the Navigating Medicare team undergo continuous and thorough training on a wide range of plans and options.

Though these enrollment periods do open once a year, there are special circumstances that allow for families and individuals to apply for health insurance coverage throughout the year, according to HealthCare.gov. Medicare eligible residents can choose their coverage that will start the first day of the month in which they turn 65 years old, and those eligible for Affordable Care Act coverage can seek a plan due to a life event, such as losing other coverage, moving, getting married or having a baby.

Yet, this time of year will be most people’s opportunity to add or change their coverage, Busler said, and from the information agents like him have received leading up to the enrollment period, people may be surprised what they can find if they take another look at their options.

“It’s confusing that it would seem that insurance is becoming less expensive than it was last year or that it has extra options, but that’s what we’re seeing,” Busler said. “We have a seminar lined up every day from Oct. 15 through Dec. 7 to help get people some of this information.”

For more information, visit NavigatingMedicare.com, call (405) 256-3342 or email Ryan@NavigatingMedicare.com. S

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The Avedis Foundation board of directors has worked to identify, fund and facilitate projects focused on the long-term goal of improving well-being and health in Shawnee for future generations. — Photo by Chris Rettman Photography

A ‘GOOD’ START

Avedis Views 10th Anniversary As Starting Point For Long-Term Goals

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e’re Here For Good.”

That’s Avedis Foundation’s signature statement, and it fits with the organization’s vision to “measurably improve the health, wellness and quality of life for the people of Pottawatomie County and its surrounding communities” through strategic investments and partnerships.

As Avedis celebrates its 10th anniversary this month, evidence of this mission stands out in apparent ways. Signs stand along sidewalk projects on Bryan and Independence streets and the walking trail at Shawnee Middle School. Plaques adorn the rejuvenation suite designed to give health care workers a place to 18

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BY DAVID DINSMORE refresh during the height of the impact from the COVID-19 pandemic. The fruition of the foundation’s work even literally immerses those cooling off during hot summer days at Shawnee Splash.

Other evidence may not be as obvious. Partnerships and support that helped establish organizations like Community Renewal, Community Market and Blue Zones Project of Pottawatomie County – soon to be rebranded and fall under the direct umbrella of Avedis – may not have clearly marked signs, but the work done by these organizations impacts the region in very real ways.

Beyond the positive steps facilitated by the Avedis – which means “bearer of glad

tidings or good news” – in the last 10 years, the phrase “We’re Here For Good” also holds a promise.

“Avedis has done an incredible job getting established, initiating programs, making investments, supporting our nonprofit organizations, supporting our municipalities and schools,” said Kathy Laster, Ph.D. and Avedis president and CEO. “We’ve met the expectations we had for ourselves 10 years ago when we started, but there is still so much more to do.

There is still so much need in our community, and we will continue working to fill that need.”

The beginning of the Avedis era began with the end of the Unity Health Center.

Having its roots in health care, Avedis Foundation worked to provide one of the nation's few rejuvenation suites at SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital – Shawnee during the height of the COVID-19 public health crisis to give workers a place to decompress during shifts. — Photo submitted

Scan to view "The Avedis Story” video In 2012, the Unity board – after reviewing the data about the future of rural health systems – made the decision to sell the facility and its holdings to what was the St. Anthony Network at the time. It brought together the hospital and private medical practices into the organization that is now SSM Health to help improve access to medical resources for residents of Pottawatomie County and its neighbors par-

ticularly to the east that cannot easily get to Oklahoma City regularly for care.

In turn, the profits from that sale led to the establishment of the $100 million Avedis Foundation, making it one of Oklahoma’s largest private foundations aimed at addressing community needs throughout Pottawatomie County through grantmaking and targeted giving.

Leaders of early Avedis efforts began extensively examining the needs in the community and what needed addressing to create lasting positive change, and found opportunities to prioritize strategic investments in the fundamental areas of education, health and wellness, nonprofit infrastructure and community growth and development.

To date, the foundation has granted more than $55 million dollars without undermining its base funding during the last 10 years to address and develop solutions in these areas of concern, according to data made available by Avedis.

For the size of its resources, Avedis serves a relatively small geographic area, Laster said, which means it can have an even greater impact on the quality of life for locals, averaging about $5 million per year of funding for crucial community projects targeting their top areas of concern.

Another key to ensure Avedis is providing as much funding as it can is to maintain a “lean” staff size who have to each take on a variety of tasks and roles that may fall to multiple people in similarly sized organizations, Laster said. Though this can put pressure on her team to accomplish their goals, it also aligns with the overall vision to do the most good with what they have.

“I feel very honored, and it's truly a privilege to work within the Avedis Foundation and get to do this kind of work in our community,” Laster said. “It’s still surreal to me that I get to do this job.”

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nonprofits, education systems, community organizations, city and county government, key stakeholders,or additional funders with the goal of working together to address complex community issues, Laster said. Rather than competing for resources, local leaders have seen the benefit of sharing and supplementing what each other is doing to help provide the best service for residents and the community.

“By being local, we are able to see the impact of our dollars,” Laster said. “We get to live here, we get to see the services being provided, we get to see the impact.

That is validating to know where and how we should invest our resources.”

Nonprofits in particular serve a vital role in making a difference in the lives of residents facing the biggest challenges in areas like health and education. The Avedis Foundation launched its Nonprofit Leadership Institute to aid those working with local nonprofits achieve quality service delivery and full capacity and serve as a driver for positive social change, economic development and quality of life for children and families.

Additionally, Avedis Foundation accepts grant requests from eligible nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and other non-taxable entities in Pottawatomie County and surrounding communities to invest in positive change.

Outside of funding and supporting organizational efforts and improving the impact of local nonprofits, Avedis has worked with local municipalities to create positive changes in the “built environment” that residents can use, Laster said. These types of projects provide the physical evidence of its goals to do good.

Some of the higher profile projects include helping provide funding for the improvements and refurbishments that led to Shawnee Splash. Others include previous, current and future sidewalk projects that not only provide recreational and fitness benefits but also can help improve community connection by creating more links among different areas of Shawnee.

In September, work got fully underway to construct a new amphitheater and walking trail in Woodland Veterans Me-

morial Park near Shawnee Splash with a projected finish date in summer 2023.

A goal in the near future is working with the City of Shawnee to design and implement a system that allows for safe bicycling around town like many other cities have put in place, Laster said. This trend continues to grow across the nation and provides opportunities for fitness as well as transportation for residents.

“We want to create physical environments that give people options to get outside and move and enjoy themselves with their friends and family,” Laster said. “We want to make communities that make our children want to stay here when they grow up.”

Health initiatives in particular stood as top priorities for the Avedis Foundation given its roots in health care, and factoring in mental health elements that come from a strongly developed sense of community and education can impact these overall goals of well-being. Yet, early Avedis leaders understood they would have to measure progress in generational

"Built environment" projects like sidewalks, Shawnee Middle School walking trail, Shawnee Splash and the upcoming amphitheater downtown are one part of how the Avedis Foundation's investment in health and well-being for Shawnee residents now anx in the future. — Photo submitted

increments, said Laster, who credits the first Avedis CEO Michelle Briggs with giving the foundation a firm footing. As a result, the organization is continuing to look at the changes they can help facilitate today that will help future generations of Shawnee residents improve the quality of life here for the next.

“When we started the foundation, we truly were here to do good,” said Laster, who sat on the board at Unity in 2012 that became the first board of Avedis

with business, medical and civic leaders in Shawnee. “That theme is what we hold onto as we make decisions as we go forward. We want to make sure that everything we’re doing is for the good of our communities, and we want to make sure we are making wise investments and are taking care of our resources to make sure that we’re here 100 years from now.”

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n September, more than 100 community members pants are established in treatment and begin exploring joined together to celebrate Gateway’s 2nd Annual outside support through 12 step meetings, church and Walk for Recovery. Many of the attendees were community wellness activities. They are asked to see a current participants and graduates from Lincoln and judge weekly, take part in regular drug testing, county Pottawatomie County Drug Court programs. restrictions, curfew and community service as well as Angelina This month we sat down with Angelina Hampton, engage in home visits. While home visits may entail Hampton administrator for the 23rd Judicial District Speciality finding violations, they are largely conducted to ensure Courts, to learn more about the intricacies, impact and individ- that their environment is conducive to recovery, including acuals of our local Drug Court programs. cess to basic human needs like running water or a refrigerator.

How long has Drug Court been active in our community, Phase 4 is 180 days of continuous sobriety. At this point, and what is the purpose of the program? participants have established consistent routines, increase comDrug Court began in Pottawatomie County in 1989 (33 years munity support, reduce treatment and maintain employment or ago) and Lincoln County in 1998 (24 years ago). In addition, continue their education. Court mandated accountability pracMental Health Court got its start in 2019 (three years ago). tices lessen but remain in place.

The National Drug Court Resource Center shares, “Drug Phase 5 is another 180 days of continuous sobriety. This is courts are specifically for persons with substance use disorders. generally referred to as after care. During this time, restricThese court programs offer individuals the opportunity to enter tions and curfews are lifted, and participants are living life on long-term drug treatment and agree to court supervision rather life’s terms, reestablishing relationships with supportive family than receiving a jail sentence. The intensive program requires members and friends, giving back to the community and takparticipants to maintain recovery, take on responsibilities and ing action in different dimensions of wellness. Upon graduation, work towards lifestyle changes. Under the supervision and au- the criminal charges that would have sent them to prison are thority of the court, their progress is monitored. Ultimately, removed from their record. drug courts reduce crime and affect real, positive change in What barriers do your participants face to graduating the people’s lives.” program?

What requirements do the participants have to meet to Drug Court participants can face difficult challenges encomplete the program? gaging in and successfully completing the program. Previous The program is a minimum of 19 months and broken up trauma, addiction, triggering environments, easy access to subinto five phases. However, if needed, the participant is allowed stances, unreliable transportation, lack of recovery support and up to three and a half years to complete the requirements and juggling tight schedules are just some examples. graduate the program. In special cases, if we see potential for What are the successes that you’ve seen? success, we will allow more than three and a half years to help In Lincoln County, we have had 220 graduates since 2008. them get across the finish line. As the NDCRC says, “Drug court In Pottawatomie County, over 500 people have graduated from programs recognize that addiction is a chronic disease of the the program since 2004. All of these graduates maintained their brain that affects behavior and impulse control. Therefore, our sobriety and secured employment. A greater number furthered primary goal is not punishment; it is treatment for the disease.” their education, had their children returned to their care and Phase 1 is 30 days of continuous sobriety and is often the most continued to build off the success they established in the prodifficult due to the participants' vulnerable state. They are asked gram. Our programs rank above the state average for successful to take that brave step towards treatment, often with Gateway, and completions. increase their access to recovery support and needed resources.

Why do you do this work?

Phase 2 is 60 days of continuous sobriety, and phase 3 is anAlthough my college degree is in public relations and advertisother 120 days continuous sobriety. During this time, partici- ing, I started working in misdemeanor probation with Oklahoma

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Court Services and spent much of my time in the courtroom. One day, I watched someone go to prison for a felony DUI, and I wished that I could do more to help them find help and healing for their substance use. In 2008, I made the change to Speciality Courts because I believe that treating addiction with compassion and structure offers non-violent drug and alcohol offenders a real chance to succeed, not by punishment or imprisonment but earned through healing and recovery. I feel incredibly fortunate to work with a team of people that share the same values.

Do you have any final thoughts you’d like to share with the community?

I don’t know many people whose lives haven’t been touched by addiction in some way. I am proud of the communities’ efforts to learn more about the disease of addiction, share information and resources, listen to people in recovery and even show support by hiring Drug Court participants. Our combined efforts of individual willingness, accountability, treatment and community involvement can help to break cycles of addiction, end patterns of destructive behavior and restore lives.

Angelina Hampton is the Specialty Courts administrator for the 23rd Judicial District of Oklahoma, with a jurisdiction spanning both Pottawatomie and Lincoln County. Her 17-year record in the criminal justice system reflects a passion to implement comprehensive, trauma-informed approaches to these essential programs. A graduate of East Central University in Ada, Hampton lives with her husband and two children in the Shawnee area; she has been a resident of Pottawatomie County for more than 15 years. S

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itizens in Shawnee have been well served by medical pro- tions were made with modern improvements, including an X-ray fessionals since the establishment of the town. Physicians machine secured by the BPW club. In 1931, city officials declined were among the first settlers. In the early days, patients a proposal by a Catholic-affiliated medical group to buy the hoswere likely treated at home and only moved to a hospital for sur- pital as they had other hospitals.

Two years later, all three Shawnee hospitals – City, A.C.H. gery. and the Indian Sanitarium – earned approval ratings by the NaDoctors sometimes had a “hospital room” in their offices.

One building used as a hospital in those early days later became tional College of Surgery, and then in 1936, the hospital led all Neff ’s Business College on Bell Street located behind the County city departments in earnings, which totaled more than $108,000.

One reason could have been what Courthouse. As the town grew, officials called “chain operations,” better medical services grew such as tonsillectomies paid for with it, and Shawnee leaders by the Crippled Children’s Fund. recognized the need for an upAs many as 14 children might be to-date hospital. About 1908 – a scheduled for the surgery in one year after statehood – there was day. discussion about the location of During World War II, the hoswhat was being called a $50,000 pital was forced to operate with a hospital advertised as “surpassdecline of personnel when several ing anything in Oklahoma.” physicians and nurses joined the Funds would come from a bond military service. Medicine and issue and the Rock Island Railfood were often difficult to obroad. tain. As the country settled down There was considerable afterward, prices “zoomed,” as clashing over the location of the one report read. In the years that hospital, with city board mem- City Hospital located on Center Street south of Main bers resigning and lawsuits opened the doors of its 50-bed facility in 1911 and served followed, there was considerable the community until the opening of Mission Hill Hospital discussion about the city selling threatened. Farrall Park was a in 1963. — Photo submitted the now 75-bed hospital. When favorite to some. To others, it was the “extreme” east end of town. Altogether, 17 sites were of- the Baptist Church made an offer to buy the operation, some of fered. Finally, the doctors themselves supported the place known the town’s businessmen endorsed the idea. A vote was set for the as “the Small property, located on Center street, south of Main.” spring of 1947, but some townspeople heard that the Baptists inThe Milton Small family owned the property, and their house just tended to sell the hospital. The bid to award them the deal failed north of the eventual hospital later served as the residence for by about 200 votes.

In mid-June 1950, city commissioners faced the fact that the nurses.

Finally a year later, the deed was secured, and in February hospital issue “is in such a plight that .. it’s going to be a tight 1910, plans were selected with Ed Peters as the architect. Mean- squeeze to pay salaries and operating expenses.” The decision was while, the hospital on Bell Street with its 10 beds continued as the made to begin plans to build a new hospital. One site offered was by the Civil Aeronautics Board for a new structure to be built on “city hospital.”

The next year, the fine structure on Center Street was com- the site of the former navy base just off Federal and Kickapoo.

The need was obvious for a larger and more modern hospipleted, and carefully the hospital equipment and staff moved in.

There were 50 beds in the new building with an increase in staff. tal for the area. It was finally settled when Pottawatomie County commissioners approved the construction of Mission Hill HosThe brick building had multiple stories and a basement.

In 1922, the hospital was struck by the smallpox epidemic, and pital between Shawnee and Tecumseh. The long-serving medical after the deaths of even some of the nurses, the infected patients staff and equipment of City Hospital was moved to that site, and it were isolated in a vacant building on Slover Street. Vaccinations opened in May 1963. Shawnee’s City Hospital was a long-serving and efficient medical facility, and it left behind many memories – and scrubbing of City Hospital halted the disease spreading.

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it proudly. We surround ourselves with opinions and arguments or as long as I can remember, Saturday’s carefully crafted by our “team’s” top players and each fall have been filled with anticipain so doing have become our own echo chamtion for football. I love football. I played it growing up and even coached it for a time. Some bers. of my favorite family memories are of waking up on When we find out that a coworker, neighbor a Saturday to make a late breakfast with the kids and or close friend bleeds a different color, something turning on ESPN College Gameday to listen to the comchanges in us. We see them differently. The zerosum game of modern politics causes us to question our mentators toss their opinions around the set about the slate own relationships, unfriending some and discarding of matchups that day. others because we have lost the ability to empathize with There was always one team I waited anxiously to hear proximate human beings sharing differing opinions. We mentioned by Kirk, Desmond and Reece – although not no longer know how to have civil conversations about imso much by Lee Corso because everyone knows the “Corso Curse” is real. Just kidding. The team I love to hear men- Brandon Dyer portant matters. The culture we have created says if you differ from me on important issues, I no longer have to tioned is the University of Oklahoma. Yes, I’m an OU fan and no, I didn’t graduate from there – although my wife did. listen to your opinion. It is irrelevant because it is different. You Truthfully, I never really had an option to be a fan of any other are irrelevant because you are different. While association by afteam. My whole family loved OU, and therefore so did I. My kids finity has its values, the unintended consequences of ignoring are the same. They are OU fans because their parents are. disparate points of view is crippling our ability to solve real probNow before you tune me out, don’t worry. This is not an article lems because we lack understanding for how other people see the about OU football. It’s not even an article about sports. However, world. Is anyone else exhausted by this? if you grew up in this state, there is a good chance that as soon The most important thing any of us could do over the next few as you read that I am an OU fan, an opinion was instinctively weeks is sit down with a friend or co-worker who shares a differformed in your mind. Many of you recognized a point of com- ent point of view, set our brand aside and genuinely listen. Resist monality we share while others saw a way that we are now differ- the urge to convince them that you are right. Just listen.

What sorts of things might we learn? How might our opinions ent. College football matters to a lot of Oklahomans. Identifying with one of two teams – OU or OSU – gives a person a particular be better informed by hearing another perspective? Could we brand to be associated with and a sense of camaraderie with like- deepen our relationships and thereby strengthen the foundation of our community by finding points of commonality in the midst minded folks.

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Oct. 1-23: Mabee-Gerrer Museum of Art will display the limited exhibition, Celestial Connections, bringing together three great Oklahoma artists – G. Patrick Riley, Sharon Montgomery, and Glen Henry – for a fantastic exhibit using a variety of media and styles to explore the world around us.

Information: mgmoa.org Oct. 11, 13: The Senior Recreation Center at 401 N. Bell will host an advanced directive workshop at 11 a.m. on Tuesday and 6 p.m. on Thursday led by Linda Brown from SSM Health. Attendees will learn how to create and share details of an advanced directive so their loved ones will know when the time comes. Information: (405) 878-1528 Oct. 15: The 7th annual Bison Stampede 5K and Fun Run will start at 7 a.m. at the Oklahoma Baptist University Recreation and Wellness Center at 500 W. University. Information: (405) 5855224 or julianna.proctor@okbu.edu Oct. 15: Join author Jeff Provine in a lively discussion over his book, “Haunted Shawnee, Oklahoma,” starting at 7 p.m. at the Shawnee Public Library at 101 N. Philadelphia. Following the discussion, explore Shawnee's haunted downtown area on a tour led by the author. Registration is required. Information: pioneer. libnet.info/event/7224803 Oct. 15: Comedian Matt Ferrell will take the stage with a show beginning at 8 p.m. at the Historic Ritz Theater at 10 W. Main St. Information: ritzshawnee.com Oct. 15-16: The Potawatomi Fire and Firelake Arena present the Fall Shootout Basketball Tournament at the arena at 18145 Rangeline Road. This men’s open doubleelimination tourney will give away thousands of dollars in cash prizes to the top three finishers.

Information: facebook.com/ PotawatomiFire Oct. 19: A free Senior Health Fair will happen 9 a.m. until noon at the Shawnee Community Center,

804 S. Park, showcasing booths from organizations, businesses and programs that offer services for individuals 55 and older.

Information: Shawnee Parks and Recreation at (405) 878-1528.

October 20: The Third Thursday Poetry Reading will feature Oklahoma’s leading creative couple, Rilla Askew and Paul Austin, at 7 p.m. at the Lunch Box at 217 E Main St. An award-winning writer for her novel on the Tulsa race massacre, “Fire in Beulah,” Rilla will likely read passages from her new fiction, “Prize for the Fire,” based on the life of a Protestant woman who was martyred during the English reign of Henry VIII. Paul will read from his 2019 collection, “Notes on Hard Times,” and more recent poetry. He may also read from his recent collection of essays on acting, “Spontaneous Behavior.”

Open mic will follow their presentations. The Lunch Box will open at 6 p.m. for those who want to order a meal before the readings.

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Information: (405) 659-8193 Oct. 21-29: Yo Selfie Factory inside Shawnee Mall will host Selfie of Horror with evening fun and fear in selfies as attendees pose with slashers and creepy things. Fog included.

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Information: yoselfiefactory.com or (580) 668-0478 Oct. 22 & 29: The Arts @317 will host a Chinese Watercolor Painting Workshop at 10 a.m. both dates featuring artist Lynn Melton, who will teach techniques to create paintings in Chinese watercolor.

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Information: firelakecasino.com/events Oct. 22: Wayward sons can carry on into the night as rock band Kansas plays at 7 p.m. at the Heart of Oklahoma Exposition Center at 1700 W. Independence. Information: shawneeexpo.org Oct. 22: The haunting magic of John Shackleford & Jeff Richardson makes its debut at the historic & haunted Ritz Theater at 10 W. Main St. VIP ticket holders will join a seance on stage. Doors open at 7 p.m. with show beginning at 8 p.m. Information: ritzshawnee.com Oct. 29: The Shawnee Public Library will host Let’s Get Gardening for Children 10-11 a.m. in the library’s story time room. Little ones can grow their knowledge and love of gardening through hands-on activities and exploration. Discover new strategies and perspectives in growing a garden while also meeting fellow plant lovers.

Information: pioneer.libnet.info/event/7135370 Oct. 29: Test your strength & skill in historic downtown at Lumberjack Johnson's Axe Throwing Tournament from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. at 301 N Oklahoma. Information: lumberjackjohnsons.com

Oct. 29: The VFW will host a Halloween Monster Party from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. at 811 East Macarthur. This all ages extravaganza will feature trick-or-treating, face painting, spooky arts and crafts, live local bands, costume contest and much more. Free for ages under 18 and $5 for adults.

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Nov. 5: Mabee-Gerrer Museum of Art will host its annual Mummy Day from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The free event is open to the public. Attendees can tour the museum, visit craft booths, Ask the Expert about items in the education collection, enjoy Poverty Dogs food truck, play games and collect candy. Information: mgmoa.org

Oct. 29: Cruise the ‘Poo will host a trunk or treat as part of its regular classic car cruise-in starting at 5 p.m. at the Brown Derby Drive In at 1830 N Kickapoo St. Information: facebook.com/ cruisethepoo2.0

Nov. 5: FireLake Arena plays host to Jason Boland & The Stragglers with a concert starting at 7 p.m. at 18145 Rangeline Road. Information: firelakecasino.com/events

Oct. 30: Redeemer Lutheran Church at 39307 W. MacArthur will host Trunk or Treat and feature ree hot dogs, bottled water and popcorn.

Information: (405) 273-6286 Oct. 31: Citywide Trick or Treat takes to the streets 5:30-8:30 p.m. Suit up in your best costume and don't forget your basket.

Nov. 4: Music Unlimited will feature a series of Singer-Songwriter Nights starting at 7 p.m. at 1109 W Kickapoo Spur with November’s event featuring Flying Armadillo. There will be an open mic at 6:30 p.m. Information: mu1978.com

Nov. 6: Locomotive Operators of Central Oklahoma invite the public to ride the rails on 1/8-scale model trains from 1-4 p.m. at 29626 Lake Drive in Mcloud. Information: locotrains.org Nov. 11: There will be a Veteran's Day Ceremony at the Woodland Veterans Park from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. showing appreciation of the servicemen and servicewomen that have served the city and the nation.

Nov. 11-19: Shawnee Little Theatre will begin ringing in the holiday season with the classic Irving Berlin’s White Christmas based on the hit 1954 film featuring several popular songs from the IrvingHours: Berlin catalog of classics and a 2700 N Kickapoo Nov. 4-13: Oklahoma Baptist University Theatre 2700 N Kickapoo Hours: new stage book by Ives and Paul Blake.

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