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Teen hurt in hit-and-run; reward offered By Kim Morava Kimberly.morava@news-star.com Twitter: @Kim_NewsStar
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Earthquake rattles state OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — A magnitude 4.4 earthquake centered in northern Oklahoma has shaken the state, with reports of it being felt hundreds of miles away. The U.S. Geological Survey reported Monday’s quake happened at about 3:20 p.m., with the epicenter located about 9 miles east of Cherokee near the Kansas border. People reported feeling the quake in several states, including Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma and Texas. The Alfalfa County Sheriff’s Office said there were no immediate reports of injuries or damage. According to the Oklahoma Geological Survey, a 4.4 earthquake would be among the top 10 strongest earthquakes recorded in the state. The strongest Oklahoma earthquake on record is a 5.6 quake centered in Prague in November 2011.
6 potential grand jurors excused TULSA, Okla. (AP) — Six potential grand jurors called to investigate an Oklahoma sheriff and his agency have been excused by a judge after expressing concerns they couldn’t serve on the panel. District Judge Rebecca Nightingale met privately in court with 26 residents Monday who expressed concerns they couldn’t serve. Nightingale later released for the day a pool of nearly 60 jurors called to consider whether Tulsa County Sheriff Stanley Glanz neglected his duties and whether reserve deputies were afforded special treatment after donating to the sheriff’s office. A bailiff for Nightingale says the judge will begin questioning potential jurors Tuesday. A petition drive calling for the grand jury began after ex-deputy Robert Bates fatally shot Eric Harris on April 2. A memo that was leaked weeks later questioned Bates’ training.
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The parents of a Shawnee teen seriously injured in a hit-and-run accident are offering a reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the suspect driver. Jacob Williams, 17, remains
hospitalized at OU Medical Center with numerous injuries, including a broken pelvis, said his father, Jim Williams. Jacob was walking home that night, but when he didn’t show up at home by 10 p.m., his parents became worried and began calling and texting him.
Chevrolet pickup. According to the report, Jacob’s shoes were 30 feet from him and his phone was about 20 feet away. He couldn’t recall what had happened, the report shows. From what he’s been told by his son, Jim Williams said REWARD, Page 5A
SHAWNEE CITY COMMISSION
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Judge honored; tribal item fails By Lindsey Allen
Shawnee City Commission approved a name change of the Municipal Courtroom at the Monday night meeting. The new identifier honors departing Judge Robert H. Jones. Unanimous support of the resolution also led to Jones being named “Judge Emeritus.” A string of leaders and community members commended the judge. After the Oklahoma Municipal League issued a Certificate of Special Recognition, Attorney Robert Butler took to the podium. Butler had been appointed to temporarily fill the position. “Big shoes to fill,” he said of Jones’ service. “What an accomplishment, 49 years on the bench.” Mayor Wes Mainord emphasized the integrity and dedication of the judge, before Jones himself stood before the room of supporters. Jones relayed a story he said he heard last week, of a Texas judge and a shoplifter. A man had pleaded guilty to stealing a can of five peaches, Jones said, so the judge sentenced him to one week in prison for each peach. The shoplifter, Jones continued, had nothing to say about the five-week sentence. “But his wife jumped up and said, ‘Judge, he also stole a can of peas,’” Jones finished with a smile. When the laughter finally faded, Oklahoma Supreme Court Justice Douglas Combs noted Jones had “touched so many lawyers” and “kids that became lawyers.” “He had a unique way, like the peas, of making his
Kate Blain and Morene Lowden are pictured at Sunset Estates in Tecumseh Monday as flower bouquets were delivered to residents as part of “Make Someone Smile Week.
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As part of Teleflora’s annual “Make Someone Smile Week,” residents at Tecumseh’s Sunset Estates were surprised Monday with Be Happy® Bouquets. Shawnee Floral is among hundreds of florists around the U.S. making deliveries this week to those most in need of a smile. The program runs through July 25 with local Teleflora florists volunteering their time to create and delver the arrangements with bright yellow daisies and white roses. The Shawnee florist
will distribute nearly 600 bouquets in the area, including Rose Manor, Belfair of Shawnee, Primrose Senior Living Community, Shawnee Care Center, Brookdale Shawnee (formerly Sterling House of Shawnee), and Avonlea Cottage of Shawnee. The florist works with local wholesalers and growers to secure donations of the flowers. In 2014, the program spanned 150 cities and 300 facilities throughout the United States and Canada, with more than 30,000 floral arrangements delivered.
Patsy Reeves and Jill Tipton are pictured at Sunset Estates in Tecumseh Monday as flower bouquets were delivered to residents as part of “Make Someone Smile Week.”
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OKLAHOMA HISTORY AND CULTURE
More than $1M spent on Fallin’s inaugural events OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — A report filed this month shows that Oklahoma Gov. Mary Fallin spent more than $1 million on events for her second inauguration earlier this year. The committee behind Fallin’s inauguration reported July 10 that it raised almost $900,000 from donations and nearly $120,000 from event sales. It also used more than $89,000 left over from Fallin’s first inauguration to help cover
expenses. Oklahoma Ethics Commission rules give committees formed for special events up to six months to report contributions and expenditures, The Oklahoman reported. Fallin spokesman Alex Weintz said her backers worked hard to make the January inauguration a celebration of Oklahoma history and culture. “We were able to make it a memorable and fun series of events, thanks to a lot of generous support-
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ers,” Weintz said. The report shows that much of the money went to the Maryland production company Showcall Inc. that put on the events. The firm was paid more than $501,000. Hanson performed their pop rock hit “MMMBop” at the inaugural ball, which had buffet tables featuring shrimp, chicken, beef, fried okra and fried tomatoes, among other food. They were paid $17,030, the most of any of the entertainers, ac-
cording to the report. Around $179,300 was paid to the Renaissance Oklahoma City Convention Center Hotel. More than $70,000 was spent at an Oklahoma City company on printing. Fallin also spent more than $1 million on her initial inauguration and her transition into office. Former Gov. Brad Henry spent almost $800,000 on his first inauguration and around $800,000 again on his second inauguration.
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His father was getting ready to go out and look for him when they received a call from police. A Shawnee police report shows Williams was struck along East Kirk Street at Union Street Wednesday night. Pieces of a headlight found at the scene appear to be from a 1999 to 2002
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