Fridaylanders swim to gold
Annual meeting Chip Oppenheim and Michael Pone attend the annual meeting of the OKlahoma Isreal Exchange.
Crossings Christian’s Jasper Jernigan, right, and a group of four other Fridaylanders earned gold medals at the Class 5A state swimming meet last weekend. See Sports, Page 5
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OKC Friday okcfriday.com • facebook.com/okcfriday Vol. 59, No. 42
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February 27, 2026
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NHills leads state in cleaning up plats By Eric Oesch Staff Writer Following the lead of the City of Edmond, Nichols Hills has become the second city in Oklahoma to take meaningful steps to remove outdated and dis-
criminatory language from plats dedicated to the city. The eight-month project has amended nearly 50 plats with inappropriate language, some dating back to the city’s founding including the Mayfair Park Section,
the city’s largest plat. “Nichols Hills is a welcoming and inclusive community for all residents and visitors,” said Shane Pate, Nichols Hills city manager. “We have reaffirmed our commitment to updating and removing the
discriminatory language found in plats filed with the Oklahoma County Clerk’s Office.” City officials began the process of eliminating discriminatory language in decades old See NHILLS, Page 3
Popular radio duo going into Hall of Fame By Mark Beutler Special to OKC FRIDAY VICKIE MUNSEY Executive Director Miss Oklahoma City Organization Where did you grow up, and do you have a fond childhood memory? I grew up in Oklahoma City, by way of Sidon, Miss. I have very fond memories of growing up on a farm and playing in the cotton fields. What are you most passionate about professionally? I love watching the young women I work with grow. I receive great satisfaction watching them build their amazing skills and confidence as they work through life challenges on their personal journeys to success. What did you want to be when you grew up? My dream was to become a professional dancer or an elementary school teacher. Has your definition of success changed as you’ve developed your career? Yes! I’m more focused on hopefully contributing a small part to helping young women reach their goals. Helping others to prepare for and ultimately achieve their life dreams has more meaning to me than winning or losing a competition. See PYSK, Page 7
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Dave Murray and Dan Stroud, of KXY’s Dave & Dan, are being inducted posthumously in the Oklahoma Assciation of Broadcater’s Hall of Fame.
Early one October morning in 2005, the alarm went off at 4:30 a.m. and I made a quick trip from my house in Belle Isle over to 50 Penn Place and the Clear Channel/I Heart Media studios. I began working for KXY radio in 1990, and while I had moved on to greener pastures by 2005, I still had a part-time on-air presence as “Mark After Dark.” On that autumn morning, I threw on some sweats and the red satin KXY jacket I wore so many years earlier. I took the elevator to the 11th floor, stopped by the break See D & D, Page 11
Village Arts plans free outdoor concerts this spring By Eric Oesch Staff Writer The Village Arts Association has partnered with The Village Library to present Music in May, a month-long series of free outdoor concerts this spring in the new Civic Plaza Area along Vineyard Boulevard in The Village.
Six bands are scheduled throughout May at The Village Green and The Village Civic Plaza offering families multiple opportunities to gather, enjoy local talent and celebrate the arts. Organizers said the events offer a diverse lineup of performers spanning classic rock, jazz, blues, folk and children’s music.
Ballet details 2026/27 season
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Oklahoma City Ballet announces its 2026/27 Season, a dynamic lineup featuring family-friendly favorites, beloved classical masterpieces, and bold new works that showcase the company’s artistic range and creative spirit. The season opens with the seventh annual Ballet Under the Stars, a magical evening of dance and music at Scissortail Park on Friday, Sept. 11. This free, outdoor performance invites the entire community to
In addition to live music organizers said the concerts are also to have food trucks, children’s activities and information booths. The Village Green is located at The Village Library, 10307 N. Pennsylvania and The Village See VILLAGE, Page 3
Dog of the Week Pearl is a rescue rat terrier mix whose mom is Lisa Rogers. She loves to swim, chase squirrels and hang out with her dogs, cat and humans. She has crazy hair going in all different directions! She is very smart and very loved. Email Pet of the Week submissions to rose@okcfriday. com.
See BALLET, Page 2
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