Monday, August 24, 2020
Plan today, Vote tomorrow
The sheriff election for Payne county starts on Tuesday. Alex Sloan, News Editor @sloan_alex
Registered Republicans of Payne County are eligible to participate in an election this Tuesday, Aug. 25.
The Payne County Election Board issued a press release to The O’Colly last week, reminding voters that the Aug. 25 runoff election will be for registered Republicans only. The only race on the ballot will be the
Republican runoff between incumbent Sheriff Kevin Woodward, and challenger Joe Harper. Since Republican primaries in Oklahoma are closed, Democrats and Independents cannot participate in
Ocolly this election. And since there was no opposition-party challenger for this seat, the winner of Tuesday’s primary election will win the seat by default. Republicans who are registered voters of Payne County
have multiple options to participate in this election, according to the Election Board’s release. In-Person Voting In person voting will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 25 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Anyone who
is in line at 7 p.m. should be given the opportunity to vote. Voters aspiring to vote in-person on Tuesday should make a plan and verify their registration before the day of the election. To find their pollContinued on Page 2
Netflix’s “Project Power” offers mediocre superhero experience Jonathan Harrington Staff Reporter
Netflix, attempting to circumvent their lack of Marvel or DC properties, has had quite the interest in original superhero movies over the past few years.
Such interest has artistic potential. Moving out of the shadow of established franchises allows for unique takes on the genre to shine. Unfortunately, these films have tended to feel less
like passion projects and more like an assembly line of mildly entertaining b-tier superhero movies ordered by studio executives. “Project Power”, perhaps unsurprisingly, is one of those movies.
In “Project Power”, a new drug has hit the streets of New Orleans that gives the user a superpower for five minutes, but the power is unknown until ingested. Police officer Frank (Joseph
Netflix’s Project Power just debuted on the popular streaming service.
Gordon-Levitt) and teenage dealer Robin (Dominique Fishback) find themselves working with wanted man Art (Jamie Foxx) as he seeks to find his daughter and uncover the source of the mysterious pills.
Foxx and GordonLevitt play their roles with evident delight and are easily the best parts of the movie. Continued on Page 2
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VOTE Continued
The new sheriff will be decided in the upcoming election.
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ing place or see a sample ballot, registered voters should go to the Oklahoma Voter Portal, and login using the requested information. If their address has changed since they last voted, voters should go to the polling place listed on their registra-
tion, or given to them through the voter portal. While they are there, they may fill out a form instructing the election board to transfer their registration to the new address. A Friendly Reminder from the Election Board The election board’s press release came with a reminder that violations of election
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law will be reported to the proper law enforcement authorities. That may sound intimidating, but as long as voters remember a few key points, they should be fine. First of all, do not attempt to vote more than once. Voters who have already returned their absentee ballots should not attempt to vote in-person, or mail in
additional ballots. Second, do not bring alcoholic beverages or other intoxicants to vote. Technically, no intoxicating liquors may be possessed within a half mile of a polling place. Finally, electioneering is illegal with 300 feet of a ballot box. Do not engage in any campaign activities, official or unofficial, near a
polling place. Absentee ballots A separate press release issued by Oklahoma’s State Election Board reminds voters that there are multiple options to turn in absentee ballots. In addition to returning ballots by mail, voters may hand-deliver their standard absentee ballots to the county election board that
issued them. It’s important to note that in order to be counted, absentee ballots must be returned to the county election board by 7 p.m. on Aug. 25. If voters received an absentee ballot, but decided to vote in person, they should destroy their absentee ballot, and vote in person at their registered polling place.
obsession with putting out superhero movies that do not have the characters or budget to be iconic, nor the writing and vision
to be meaningful, tense, poignant or if we’re being honest - remembered.
NETFLIX CONTINUED Harrington continued
Unfortunately, their characters, while enjoyable in themselves, don’t have particularly compelling development. This is less the case with Fishback’s Robin, which is good because “Project Power” is primarily interested in her character and how she relates to the idea of worth. Robin is caught in the wheels of the drug trade so she can pay for her mom’s medication; she is stuck in a school that wants to force her into a life she doesn’t want and has no authority figures to offer guidance, love or care. Hence, the father figure of Foxx’s Art valuing her as the person she is, the things she cares about and the way she wants to live. It is unfortunate that “Project Power” fails in its development of Robin and Art’s relationship. The midpoint of the movie is strong, but
it soon loses interest in the relationship. Because this relationship is the emotional core of the movie, “Project Power” suffers as a result. Meanwhile, the mystery behind the pills runs out of steam halfway through, the villains get progressively less interesting and the whole plot becomes quite predictable, which is nothing you want to happen in a movie already struggling to let its character relationships shine. Visually, this is an impressive movie – environments are generic urban landscapes, but snappy editing and creative cinematography make watching “Project Power” effortless. It manages to conceal the poor fight choreography with impressive direction, and the special effects are usually top-notch. “Project Power” is one of those movies that has everything it needs to be genuinely great, but it
just does not come together. The main characters are genuinely likable and some relationships are compelling, if rushed; the setting
and premise are interesting and the filming and editing are top-notch. Even so, “Project Power” continues Netflix’s apparent
Netflix’s new movie debuted the other day.
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School is back in session, which is the perfect excuse to slip away to the lake for a while! With many university classes taking place primarily online, a wi-fi hotspot and a folding chair is all that it takes to set up your home-office-awayfrom-home. We’ll sure be out there, but just in case we miss you, here’s where the fish have been, and where they haven’t: Lake McMurtry
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The fishing at Lake McMurtry has been steadily slowing down as the weather got warmer. However, the last week has seen a small uptick in activity. While bass at McMurtry are still biting, they’re getting pickier, and less aggressive. Mornings are still your best bet, but bass have been seen around the docks at night, feeding on bugs. Out in the lake, near cover, try a Texas-rigged artificial worm, or a moss-hopper. Near the docks, rooster tails and live worms
are the bait of the week. Catfish at McMurtry have seen a massive drop-off in activity, especially when compared to the rest of the summer. While last week called for live bait, the catfish are showing interest in stink bait again. To increase your catch rate, try setting your hook a little higher up on the line than you would ordinarily. Boomer Lake Boomer Lake fishing has stayed steady, and even picked up since last
week. Boaters report a decent catfish bite out of the channel that runs along the south side of the lake, and recommend shad to bring them in. Only channel cats reported this week, but we know there’s a blue or two under the water somewhere! The bass at Boomer remain more active than their counterparts elsewhere. Crank-baits and Rattle-traps are still strong options for Boomer bass, but be prepared to switch to a slower, or even stationary option, once the sun comes out
and it starts getting hot. Lake Carl Blackwell Carl Blackwell fishing has begun too slow, but the fish are certainly still biting. No crappie reported this week, but that may change with a cold front that will supposedly move through town later this week. Catfish at Carl Blackwell are biting well on meat-based baits. Live shad are preferred, frozen shrimp will do in a pinch, and Vienna sausages should
work for fisherman without funding. Look for necks with deep channels, and large numbers of bait fish. Bass were king at Carl Blackwell this week, and active lures were their feast. Spinner baits and buzz-baits are the current favorites, with artificial worms following close behind. While an early start is still important to a successful bass fishing trip, Carl Blackwell has the tendency to be a little more forgiving of tardiness than other Stillwater fishing spots.
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SPORTS Cowboy defense could bring more respect for Big 12 Jared A’Latorre Staff Reporter @jaredalatorre
In recent years, high powered offenses have controlled the Big 12 conference, but that could change greatly in 2020. With the Cowboy defense returning many familiar players, defensive coordinator Jim Knowles said it was already changing in the 2019 season. “I thought we had a great finish to last year,” Knowles said. “I see veteran players who know what to do and who have a lot of speed, I see more depth than ever and a chance to be a well-rounded team.” Knowles also said that he’s confident in the team when it comes to replacing gaps on the defense like A.J. Green at cornerback. “We moved Jarrick Bernard from the nickel strike position and he’s a veteran who’s played as many games at Oklahoma State as I have,” Knowles said. “Christian Holmes is excellent and has great focus.” Even without working out in the spring, every team has had to go through the hardship of being behind in the offseason. Nonetheless, Knowles said that his guys are prepared for what they see in individual players who are already gifted, such as defensive end Trace Ford. “(Trace) is a physical specimen
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with unbelievable short space quickness and a great first step,” Knowles said. “I think he’s an All-American prospect, he’s starting to get a little mean on having a competitive attitude and the sky’s the limit for him.” Mike Gundy spoke about the defense, and what they could bring to the table with the number of playmakers they’re returning. “I’m really excited about our defense,” Gundy said. “Their attitude, the way they’re flying around, their encouragement and their enthusiasm has been fantastic. I really like our schemes, I like the attitude of our players, looking forward to two weeks in practice and watching them playing a game.” As a receiver, Dillon Stoner just does his job. However, as a veteran member of the team, Stoner had his take on what he thinks the defense would look like with their improvement. “Predominantly, everyone came back,” Stoner said. “Guys like Kolby, Amen, our secondary, all the way through we look like a well put together defense and I’m excited what they’re able to do this season.” sports.ed@ocolly.com
COWBOYS LAND BIGTime wide reciever
Tay Martin will bring explosiveness to OSU
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Chris Becker Digital Editor @bhris_cecker316
Just weeks before the season begins, the Cowboys add even more depth to a wide receiver corps that’s filled with talent. Davontavean Martin announced he would transfer to Oklahoma State to finish his collegiate career after playing his first three years at Washington State. Martin said in his transfer announcement that he was transferring to be closer to his family in Louisiana. At Washington State, Martin appeared in every game the last three seasons, and started in 21 of them. His junior year saw him start only seven games after starting all 13 in his sophomore campaign. Martin, a tall and physical receiver at 6-foot-3, could pair well across the field from Tylan Wallace. Martin provides yet another deep threat for the Cowboys offense. Martin is no stranger to the air raid offense that is played in the Big 12 after playing the last three seasons under Mike Leach. Martin has 143 career receptions, 1,615 receiving yards and 18 touchdowns. sports.ed@ocolly.com
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NEXT MAN UP
The offensive line has many positions to full
Sam Hutchens, Sports reporter, @ocolly
Mike Gundy and the Oklahoma State football coaching staff were forced to make a tough decision after an unfortunate sequence of events played out last week in the OSU football program. Two players on the Cowboy offensive line, Bryce Bray and Jacob Farrell, entered the transfer
portal to leave the program. The news came shortly after both linemen were reportedly instructed to leave the team following a violation of team rules. The absence of those two players, particularly Bray, who started ten games for OSU last year as a redshirt freshman, is a significant blow to the group playing in front of Spencer Sanders and Chuba
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Hubbard. Cole Birmingham, Hunter Anthony, Tyrese Williams and Hunter Woodard are some of the offensive linemen that could be called upon to step up. “One thing we talk about all the time in our program is, ‘You never know when your chance is going to be there,’” Gundy said. “And so now we have a couple young guys that have to step up and play.” Offensive coordi-
nator Kasey Dunn said that it is “very important” for his players with less experience to step up. “It’s like any position,” said Dunn. “If you lose somebody, if you lose a starter, then the next guy has got to be ready to move in. Next man up.” Though some combination of Birmingham, Anthony, Williams, Woodard and others will fill the spots left by the departures, Gundy
acknowledged that the transition may not be seamless. “Guys that are young aren’t going to play as good as experienced guys,” said Gundy. While the situation may not be ideal for an offensive line group that will be leading the way for OSU’s electric offense, there is hope that, with hard work, things will work out for the best. Offensive line coach Charlie
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All sports pass is a lottery ticket
OSU’s all sports pass has been met with mixed reviews for it’s guidelines this year.
Chris Becker, Digital editor, @bhris_cecker316
With no guarantee on if sports will be able to happen at Oklahoma State ,the OSU ticket office is making changes to the student AllSports Pass. Normally the All-
Sports Pass guarantees students a spot to any OSU home sporting event for just $250 a school year. The ticket is a great way for students to experience OSU sporting events in a section of their peers. But now the OSU ticket office is changing the way the pass works for
students during the 2020 football season. Students who bought the pass before the school year now have the option to opt-in or opt-out of their purchase for this school year. However, now a limited number of seats will be available for students at each home football
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game. Students will have to claim their tickets prior to the game on a firstcome, first-serve basis. Only students who have the All-Sports Pass will be able to claim a ticket and will have to download the ticket the Friday before the game. Students will be
seated in groups of 2-4 on a first-come, first-serve basis inside of the designated student section. Students will have to use mobile ticketed and wear a mask at all times inside of the stadium to help slow the spread of COVID-19. The OSU ticketing office will not issue
a refund unless fall and winter sports are canceled. Students are able to decide to opt-in/ out of the pass on an email sent to students who have already purchased the All-Sports Pass. sports.ed@ocolly. com
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Daily Horoscope By Nancy Black Tribune Content Agency Today’s Birthday (08/24/20). Creativity, artistry and romance blossom this year. Fun routines strengthen your relationship. Review plans with your partner. Community power gets results this summer, before romantic changes require adaptation. Winter brings new professional directions, as domesticity nurtures and comforts. Love feeds, energizes and inspires. To get the advantage, check the day’s rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging. Aries (March 21-April 19) — Today is a 7 — Your main idea gets tested. Nonetheless, persist. Financial restraints irritate. Disciplined efforts pay off. Follow rules and guidelines carefully. Steady participation gets results. Taurus (April 20-May 20) — Today is an 8 — Articulate an inspiring possibility with your partner. What would it take? A difficult situation is making you stronger. Speculate on a dream worth investing in. Gemini (May 21-June 20) — Today is a 7 — Choose work, health and fitness goals. Schedule and implement plans, one step at a time. Focus on short-term objectives and get farther than expected. Cancer (June 21-July 22) — Today is an 8 — Get involved in something dreamy and fun. Savor a beautiful day with someone attractive. Don’t worry about long-term plans. Enjoy the present moment. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — Today is an 8 — Fill your home with flowers and music. Invent and imagine how things might be with family members and housemates. Clean, organize and beautify your place. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Today is an 8 — Your creative muses sing to you. Capture what you can. The previously impossible seems newly attainable. Make plans and sketches. Edit and polish the results. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) — Today is an 8 — Costs may be higher than expected. Adapt to income changes. Find a lucrative opportunity and lay plans for expansion. Get help building a dream. Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) — Today is a 9 — You’re especially charming and creative. Pursue a personal passion project. Reinforce structures. Follow a dream. Keep your objective in mind and the ball in play. Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) — Today is a 6 — Avoid risk or fuss and lay low. Leave nothing to chance. Make plans and backup plans. Organize and review where you’ve been. Plot your course. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Today is an 8 — Play by the rules. Share solutions and resources with your community. Keep a dream alive. Learn from friends and colleagues. Reaffirm a commitment. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) — Today is an 8 — Land a dreamy professional assignment. Avoid risky business. Coordinate with your team to put the pieces together. Put your talents to work. Enjoy the process. Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) — Today is a 7 — Study options. An exploration reveals buried treasure. Dreams come true through disciplined efforts behind the scenes. Lay the foundations for future growth.
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