Wendi Wilson, Lisa Reed and Judy Austin at the event at the OKCPHIL Symphony Show House. Judy is a long-time Orchestra League member who now lives in Texas and still comes back to support the cause. Page 14
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SHERRY MARSHALL
John E.Kirkpatrick
President & CEO Science Museum Oklahoma
Where did you grow up, and do you have a favorite childhood memory?
I grew up in northwest Oklahoma City, but spent a significant portion of my teenage years on our family farm in Tipton, Okla. This gave me a unique opportunity to experience the best of Oklahoma through bigcity energy and small-town charm.
My favorite childhood memory brings me full circle: attending a summer camp at what was then called Omniplex at Kirkpatrick Center. I found a place with everything I loved from animals and biology all the way to wild weather. One of the most vivid memories was going behind the scenes to see how exhibits came to life! It was absolute magic. Little did I know I was catching a glimpse of a future career.
What did you want to be when you grew up?
Oh, it was always a scientist in some fashion, all the way. No question. That summer camp lit the fuse, and great science teachers
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Village resident Maddie McQuirk, 34, was the Women’s Overall Winner of the 2026 Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon with a time of 2:53:22.
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Maddie McQuirk, 34, is a wife, mother, Bishop McGuinness Catholic High School graduate, ICU nurse, resident of The Village and the women’s overall winner of the 2026 Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon. Maddie has been running since her freshman year of high school at Bishop McGuinness. She said she ran
cross country because her sister, who is a year older, joined the team for the fun of it. Maddie ended up loving cross country and ran track for the Fighting Irish her junior and senior year as well.
This year Maddie was the women’s overall winner of the 2026 Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon with a time of 2:53:22. It was just her second time running the race. She ran the Memo-
rial Marathon in 2024 when she was nine months postpartum and finished sixth for women – almost 15 minutes slower than her time this year.
“My first marathon was the Tulsa Route 66 Marathon when I was eight weeks pregnant, then I did it again the following year four months postpartum,” said Maddie. “I’ve done the Oklahoma City
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Nichols Hills has completed a $3.64 million project that created the city’s first public park in Ward 3 and provided extensive updating to Redbud Park located along Grand Boulevard. Both projects were made possible by generous gifts from local residents. The completion of the park projects coincides with the See NHILLS, Page 2
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appointment of Casey Williams as the new chairman of Nichols Hills Parks, Inc, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that supports the 37 parks located with the two square mile city. Williams follows Susan Marshall who served as chairman of Nichols Hills Parks, Inc since the organization was formed in 1983.
The creation of Westminster Park, located in the 1800 block of Westminster Place, was championed by Mayor Steven Goetzinger. The city had a stated goal to provide a park in Ward 3 for many years.
“The Westminster Park project is a city funded $1.4 million construction project involving the purchase of two residential homes and turning the west end of the block into a cul-de-sac,” said Nichols Hills City Manager Shane Pate. “The new park includes playground equipment inspired
by nature, park benches, sidewalk trails, new trees, fencing, gates, park signage and a water feature.”
Construction of the park took less than a year but planning and site acquisition have been underway since 2023. Scott Howard was landscape architect and Rudy Construction was general contractor of the project.
The Redbud Park project is a $2.24 million project made possible by a lead gift of $500,000 from Robert and Karen Browne.
The project involved a capital campaign, co-chaired by Nancy Herzel and Jamie Farha, and took less than a year to complete.
“In total, residents donated over $1.1 million to the project,” said Pate. “The city also contributed funds to the project.”
The redesigned Redbud Park, located on the corner of Grand Blvd and Sherwood Lane, now includes a water fountain fea-
ture along with a donor plaza wall, a new pond, pedestrian bridge and dozens of new trees.
Landscape Architect Scott Howard designed the project, which updated the original master plan for improving Grand Boulevard Park developed in 2008 by the Nichols Hills Grand Boulevard Park Committee, co-chaired by Peter Hoffman and Pete Everest.
General contractor was GreenShade Trees LLC.
Parks, Inc. oversees all 37 parks in Nichols Hills. Each park has a chairman who volunteers their time for upkeep and beautification. The city mows and waters the grass, but Parks Inc. takes care of everything including landscaping, sidewalks, playground maintenance and other improvements.
Williams has served on the board of Parks, Inc. for the last 14 years as chairman of the Woods Park.
The organization has a 28-member board of directors. Each park has a chairman with a responsibility to raise money for their individual park.
Williams has a vision for Parks Inc. that includes educational programming for children.
“I’ve been on Parks Inc for the
last 14 years as the Woods Park Chairman and was appointed President last year after Susan Marshall retired,” said Williams. “My husband and I have lived in Nichols Hills for 40 years and have raised all three of our children here.
“In the future I would love to see Parks, Inc. develop more nature programming for children and adults and offer more family events,” she said. “We are talking about launching a Winter Carnival in Kite Park the Sunday after Thanksgiving with a lighting ceremony, crafts for kids, sleigh rides and hot chocolate.
“If any additional land is gifted to the city, I would love to see public courts
(tennis and pickleball) built, or a dog park or a picnic pavilion, something other than an additional green space,” she said. “I grew up in the Park Cities in Dallas and have always appreciated the public tennis courts, the municipal pools and picnic areas that everyone enjoys.
“I am interested in landscaping with native, drought resistant plants and pollinator friendly plants. If you’re a park walker you’ve probably noticed our pollinator garden below Nichols Hills Methodist Church. It may not be the most eye catching, but it is probably my favorite project and the most labor-intensive planting area we have. We are always
Casey Williams has been chairman of Nichols Hills Parks, Inc., as the non-profit prepares for the 2026 Nichols Hills Garden Tour scheduled for Saturday, June 13.
looking for individuals to adopt a park, and this one is available for naming rights this year.”
Parks, Inc. is now working towards the 2026 Garden Tour, their signature fundraising event scheduled for Saturday, June 13 from 9 a.m.3 p.m. The event features outdoor tours of five homes including 1500 Huntington Ave, 6436 NW Grand Blvd., 1706 Windsor Pl., 6803 Grand Blvd. and 1701 W. Wilshire Blvd.
Tickets for the Garden Tour, which go on sale on May 30 at various local retailers, cost $20 in advance and $25 on the day of the event. Proceeds go towards maintenance and beautification of the city’s parks and green spaces.
lba Weaver with Elemental Ball CoChairmen Erik Salazar, and Christopher Lloyd. Elemental Ball isn’t your typical gala — it’s Science Museum Oklahoma’s most extraordinary night of the year. Packed with energy, elegance, and a whole lot of curiosity, this annual fundraiser fuels something bigger than just a great time. Every ticket supports hands-on science experiences, educational programs and STEAM exhibits that reach thousands of kids and families across Oklahoma.
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along the way fanned the flame. These experiences led to getting my degree in physics from Oklahoma State University. Though I joke that it took me getting a degree in physics to realize I should have been a chemist.
What are you most passionate about professionally?
I am energized by creating environments that encourage curiosity and give people of all ages permission to explore. Sometime people need an okay or a nudge to be silly and make mistakes which leads to understanding. Fundamentally, creating
a place where science, art and culture are alive, social, and relevant, not static or academic. Ask juicier questions. Resist the urge to sort everything into tidy boxes. The world rewards the curious. Has your definition of success changed as you’ve developed your career?
Absolutely. It’s easy to feel like it’s all about proving yourself early in your career. Over time, I’ve come to understand that the most meaningful accomplishments come through collaboration and bringing out the best in each other. Success isn’t a solo act. Its lasting impact built through community, shared vision and a support system that will last far beyond you. What is a perfect day for you?
I am genuinely lucky to do work I love, in a place I love. A perfect day for me isn’t found on a beach. It is one spent exploring alongside our museum guests, watching science unfold in
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Memorial Marathon twice now, and one in Sacramento, Indiana and Boston.
“I was always a top three finisher for women in Tulsa in my age category, but it’s a smaller race,” she said. “Indiana
real time. Transforming from “How does that work?” to “What happens if I try this?” to “I notice that…” That progression from passive wonder to active inquiry is joyful. A perfect day is helping someone else feel that spark of wonder and awe I felt as a young camper here all those years ago.
What is some of the best advice you’ve received in your life?
Fail boldly. Learn something, try again, learn more. Repeat.
What is No. 1 on your bucket list?
I’d like to formally address this to my friend Dwight at the Oklahoma City Zoo: when the time comes, I want to meet a penguin. Up close. Personally.
I recognize this may sound underwhelming for a bucket list top slot, but I stand by it. Those waddling, chaotic little creatures have captured my heart, and I’ve always wanted to make one’s acquaintance. Some people feel this way about
was my fastest time and I finished 12th out of almost 2,500 women.”
Organizers of the Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon say the 2026 event was their largest to date, drawing nearly 30,000 participants representing all 50 U.S. states and 17 foreign countries.
“I honestly love
sloths. I respect that. For me, it has always been penguins.
Winning a Nobel Prize is also on the list, but if I’m being statistically honest with myself, I like the penguin odds better.
Oklahoma has had an amazing sports history, which has featured a lineup of individuals such as Mickey Mantle, Shannon Miller, Jim Thorpe, Patty Gasso, etc. Did you have any sports heroes growing up?
All amazing candidates. But did I mention I’m a physicist? Stereotypically not known for our deep connection to sports, but 10,000% go Thunder!
How would you like to be remembered?
As I get older this question moves closer and closer to the forefront of my mind. I hope to be remembered as someone who brought science alive and community together. Building spaces where everyone leaves more curious, more
running. It’s an escape from everyday stressors and I love being outside,” said Maddie. “Now that I’m a parent, I really enjoy running with my daughter in the stroller. She loves being outside and being involved, weather permitting, of course.”
Maddie spent months training for the Memorial Marathon with weekly long runs of over 20 miles through The Village, Nichols Hills and the surrounding Oklahoma City area. She said she would do speed work once a week with slower, easy days to recover.
“It’s a team effort between my husband, Evan, and I since we’re parents now,” she said. “We tag team to get workouts done. My peak mileage was a little over 100 miles for a few weeks then a rest week, then back to a few weeks of higher mileage. Weights a few times a week, mostly done at home so I can watch my daughter Ellis, who’ll be three in July.”
While at the start line for this year’s Marathon, Maddie said that, given her past run times, she thought it might be possible to win, but then again didn’t want to think about it or put pressure on herself.
“I was surprised when I heard them say ‘lead female’ around the 5K mark because with the humidity and heat that day I didn’t think I could hold on to that pace and thought to myself, ‘shoot, I’ll get passed on live TV!’,” she said. “Near the finish line I didn’t know how far ahead I was, so I tried to keep pushing it. I love seeing the finish line and getting that last kick to bring it in.
“The Memorial Marathon is so special because of the victims’ pictures lin-
connected and more confident in their place in the world. What is one question I haven’t asked you that you would like to answer?
What’s one thing you want people to know about science?
That science isn’t a “thing”; it’s a process; it’s many things and how they interact. For example, the misconception of being a “science” person or an “art” person. It’s the interconnectivity of art and science that help us better understand the world. Painters understand the chemistry and pigments and physics of light without even thinking twice. Some of the most complex physics are found at a ballet. A symphony is applied mathematics you can feel in your chest. Our world is incredibly complex and we are all scientists. We are all artists. Compartmentalizing those identities does not just limit understanding, it misrepresents it.
ing the finish,” she said. “After dealing with injuries in the past, I’m always emotional crossing a finish line, but the Memorial is especially emotional. It makes me incredibly grateful for my life and health and family, all of which was taken from those people.” Running runs in Maddie’s family. Her husband, Evan, who is also a nurse, is currently in school to be a nurse practitioner. Maddie said he ran distance in college and is now an elite road cyclist. Her sister and dad run recreationally; both are doctors and have busy schedules and her brother does ultramarathon/trail races.
“I keep trying to convince Evan to come back to running,” she said.
Maddie said her family didn’t take part in the 2026 Memorial Marathon, “but in 2024 I did the full marathon, and my brother, sister and dad all did the half. It was so fun and I would love for us all to do it again someday!”
Maddie grew up in Nichols Hills and rented a home in The Village when she started living on her own. She and her husband rented a home in the Village before they bought their Village home last year.
“I love the close community and the location of The Village,” she said. “I have family in Nichols Hills, Lakehurst, St. Martins and in Crown Heights. I love being close to my family.
“I love the parks and amenities of The Village, especially now that we have a child,” she added. “We live down the street from a park with a playground which couldn’t have worked out better for us.”
May 30 • Taste of OKC
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Oklahoma’s Taste of OKC fundraising gala is on May 30 at the OKC Convention Center.
Taste of OKC is Oklahoma City’s most anticipated culinary celebration. From fine dining to innovative contemporary cuisine, Taste of OKC showcases the artistry and passion that define OKC’s flourishing food scene. Join cochairs Derrick Ott and the Taylor’s, along with honorary chair Joe Ford to unite community leaders around its mission to create and support lifechanging mentoring relationships. Whether you’re a connoisseur of cuisine, a patron of the arts, or a supporter of local causes, Taste of OKC promises an evening that delights the senses and uplifts the spirit.
June 5 • OKC Zoo Gala
The Oklahoma Zoological Society is hosting the fifth annual OKC Zoo Gala: Making Tracks, presented by Expand Energy, on Friday, June 5. This anticipated event of the summer is a celebration of wildlife and conservation, and one that should not be missed. The unforgettable evening will bring focus to the OKC Zoo’s statewide education program, Making Tracks presented by Bob Moore Subaru,
June 1014 • deadCenter Film Festival
As Oklahoma’s largest film festival, deadCenter is the best place to see new short films, documentaries, comedies, thrillers and independent films from around the world. Visit deadcenter.org for details.
and its goal of creating meaningful Zoo experiences for every third grader across Oklahoma. Chaired by Pama Palmer, the Gala will also honor incredible trailblazers making a lasting impact including Bob Moore Auto Group and Bob Moore Subaru, Julie Hall, and OG&E. Tickets are limited and available now at ozsgiving.org/zoogala.
June 5 • Broadway BASH! Broadway BASH! Committee and Honorary Chairs, Governor Frank and Cathy Keating, invite you to the historic Skirvin Hotel in Downtown Oklahoma City for a night of curated cocktails, delicious bites, and exceptional live performances from Oklahoma’s most talented artists—all in support of Lyric Theatre and its educational programs. This year’s celebration shines a spotlight on our 2026 Summer Season featuring ANNIE, SISTER ACT, and SWEENEY TODD, plus many more of your favorite musical theatre moments. Funds raised support Lyric’s "Free Tickets for Students" initiative. By partner
ing with local schools and nonprofits, this program gives students across Oklahoma free access to our Summer Season at the Civic Center Music Hall.
June 20 •
Purple Sash Gala
YWCA Oklahoma City is proud to announce the 23rd Annual Purple Sash Gala, taking place on Saturday, June 20, at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum. This signature fundraising event supports critical services for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking. Guests are encouraged to wear festive cocktail attire, black tie optional, and enjoy an engaging evening featuring a delicious plated dinner, exciting live and silent auctions, and a special guest appearance by former Oklahoma City Thunder player and outspoken human rights advocate Enes Kanter Freedom. All proceeds from the evening directly support YWCA Oklahoma City’s comprehensive, no cost services for survivors. Tickets are $300 and available now at purplesash. org. Paycom Center Events/Shows:
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“If you don’t have fun, it’s your own fault.”
My mom, Brenda McDaniel, used to yell that at my brothers and me as we raced out the door on the way to ride bikes or play kickball, and later as we drove off to basketball practice or out on a date. The message was always the same. You are in control of your own happiness.
music scholarship, so we sang along to every song on the radio, album, or 8track. Dad was a college athlete, so we competed at sports year-round in the yard. We played tons of card games, had loads of hot wheels, hosted frequent parties for the neighborhood, and lived a life of utter abundance, all in a two-bedroom house on 13th street in Alva.
Mom grew up on a farm outside Slapout. She lived twenty miles from school. Her two sisters were much older and out of the house by the time she was old enough to play. From a very early age, my mom learned how to make her own fun.
By the time I came into the picture, mom was a fearless, five foot two, force of nature. A mother to three sons, school teacher, scout leader, and summer track coach. She was stylish and beautiful with an adorable, unusual voice. She was the kind of cute that others under estimated but quickly realized they were wrong.
Throughout my childhood in Alva, mom and dad gave my brothers and me every possible opportunity. We took piano, dance, and painting lessons, sang in the Alva Boys Choir, played every sport, swam at the Alva public pool, attended camps, watched movies at the Rialto Drive-In Theater, and sat between mom and dad every Sunday at the Alva United Methodist Church.
Life at home was just as fun. Mom went to college on a
Life in Oklahoma City seems so different. Mom is better known now as the former First Lady of Oklahoma City University, a respected community leader, or Oklahoma’s 2019 Mother of the Year. She is 86, gorgeous, and living a great life with my father, Tom McDaniel in a beautiful home in the middle of all the action.
But in many ways, their life is the same as it always was. Mom and dad still go to every event for all five grandkids. They attend St. Luke’s Methodist Church. The go to Oklahoma City Thunder games. They see musicals, dance shows, concerts, and plays. They live life to the fullest like they have done for more than 80 years.
And when we all get together, usually once a week, it feels the same. Mom brings the same enthusiasm, the same hilarious ideas, and the same love that has kept our family happily together since the very beginning. We play games, we tell stories, and we laugh and laugh and laugh some more. It’s just like my mom says, “If you don’t have fun, it’s your own fault.”
Calm Waters Center for Children and Families raised more than $105,000 at its 12th annual Under the Big Top fundraiser on Friday, April 10 at the Oklahoma City Farmers Public Market. Proceeds from the event directly support Calm Water’s mission to provide free grief support services to children and families across central and rural Oklahoma. This year marked a bold new chapter for the longtime event, which was reimaged as an immersive seated circus-themed dinner show. Guests experi-
enced an evening designed to surprise and engage, while remaining rooted in the purpose that has sustained the event for more than a decade.
“For 12 years, Under the Big Top has been a meaningful way for our community to come together in support of grieving children and families,” said Trisha Koelsch, Chief Executive Officer at Calm Waters. “We are incredibility grateful to everyone who showed up, gave generously, and helped make this night such a success. Because
of this support, we can continue providing services at no cost to those who need them most.”
The evening featured a dynamic lineup of entertainment, including dueling pianos by The Fun Pianos Show, aerialist performances, magic acts, and a full dinner and cocktail experience to create a circus-inspired atmosphere.
Funds raised through Under the Big Top are essential to sustaining Calm Waters yearround programming, including free grief and divorce support
groups at the agency, free grief support groups in 100 Oklahoma schools, private counseling, and grief education for community partners and mental health professionals.
Calm Waters extends a sincere thanks to the event’s sponsors, donors, attendees, and volunteers whose generosity made the evening possible. As the need for grief support continues to grow, you can support the Calm Waters mission or learn more at calmwaters.org
May 8, 2026
Thanks to a pair of regional wins, both the Mount St. Mary and Heritage Hall baseball teams advanced to Class 4A area tournaments this weekend.
The third-seeded Rockets host Grove in a best-of-3 series, with two games on Friday and a third on Saturday.
No. 11 Heritage Hall travels to Verdigris for its area tournament.
Area tournament winners move on to
state next weekend.
Mount St. Mary cruised to a 12-0 win over Plainview last Thursday to claim a regional championship.
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erson Hodge batted 3-for-4 with a double and two runs scored to lead the Rockets (26-7). Four others recorded two hits, highlighted by Will Grayson with two doubles, two runs scored and a run batted in.
T.J. Williams drove in four runs, while
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Rylan Kuklinski had three RBIs and Sam Grayson drove in another run.
Miles Stanley made the most of his only hit with a 2-run home run in the fifth inning.
Grayson also picked up the pitching victory, throwing a 2-hit shutout with eight strikeouts to only two walks.
Mount St. Mary opened with a 25-0 win over Douglass and got past Plainview in a 6-5 triumph in the semifinals.
Heritage Hall, meanwhile, jumped out to an early lead and held off Community Christian for a 5-1 victory on Friday for a title.
Grady Murray recorded three hits, drove in two runs and scored another for the Chargers (23-10).
Austin Echalk belted a double and drove in a run to lead a quartet of batters with two hits. Caleb Niver and White Thomas also belted doubles,
Members of the Heritage Hall baseball team celebrate after defeating Community Christian for a Class 4A regional title last week.
as Niver drove in two runs and Jackson Echalk notched a run.
Austin Echalk also earned the pitching win, allowing just a run on two hits and striking out five in seven innings.
Heritage Hall opened with a big victory against Fridayland rival Harding Charter Prep, followed by a 3-2 loss to Community Christian in the semifinals.
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Three Fridayland baseball teams opened their postseason last week with regional tournaments.
Deer Creek hosted a 6A regional, starting last Wednesday morning against Putnam City. Bartlesville and Broken Arrow also competed.
PC North traveled to Stillwater for a 6A tournament, also including Sapulpa and Enid.
Meanwhile, McGuinness headed to Carl Albert in 5A. The regional also included El Reno and Classen SAS. Regional winners advance to state next weekend.
After the first day, Heritage Hall’s Gabrielle Gross holds a slim one-shot lead in the Class 3A state golf tournament.
Gross carded a 78 at The Territory in Duncan on Monday to help the Chargers to seventh place in the team standings.
Casady and Crossings Christian also made the field, with the Cyclones in fourth and Knights in 10th after 18 holes.
Elli Smith paced Crossings with a 90 to tie for 14th place, while Casady’s Chloe Kim and Chloe Hull are in a tie for 16th place with round of 91.
In 5A, McGuinness currently occupies the fifth spot with three players in the top 25.
Maddie Muniz and Caroline Regier shot rounds of 92 at Shangri-La Resort to tie for 17th
place. Grace McDaniel sits in 21st position after round of 93.
Boys state starts Monday
Five Fridayland boys golf teams play for gold balls this Monday and Tuesday at state tournaments.
Deer Creek competes in the Class 6A tournament at Hillcrest Country Club in Bartlesville.
McGuinness heads to ShagriLa Resort at Grand Lake for the 5A tournament.
Crossings Christian and Heritage Hall are among the favorites to win a title in 4A at Winter Creek in Blanchard.
Mount St. Mary’s Carter Mauldin also made the field. Casady also makes the trip Grand Lake in 3A at The Coves.
Placing second or better in all four divisions, the Heritage Hall girls tennis team captured a Class 5A regional title last Monday.
The host Chargers join Casady, Crossings Christian, Deer Creek and McGuinness, along with qualifiers from Harding Charter Prep and Mount St. Mary in qualifying for the state tournament this weekend at OKC Tennis Center.
Heritage Hall, the regional host, swept both doubles titles, as Tokara Henderson and Lelia Williams teamed up in No. 1 doubles along with Hattie Bradford and Ellie Nasr in No. 2 doubles.
Camryn Cunningham also captured
the No. 1 singles title, and Ella Jacob took second in No. 1 singles.
McGuinness secured second place in a regional hosted by Guthrie at OKC Tennis Center. Paige Griffith led the way with a
runner-up finish in No. 1 singles. Both doubles teams finished second, with Kate Thomas and Ellie Warren in No. 1 doubles and Jenny Do and Chelsea Le in No. 2 doubles. Story continued at OKCFRIDAY.com.
It’s the boys turn this week, as Fridayland tennis teams compete at regionals on Monday.
Deer Creek, McGuinness and PC North play in Class 6A. The Antlers and Irish travel to Yukon, and the Panthers are at Bixby.
Heritage Hall hosts a 5A regional, with Casady, Crossings Christian and John Marshall playing at Edmond Center Court. Harding Charter Prep and Mount St. Mary compete in 4A at OKC Tennis Center.
Both McGuinness boys and girls soccer teams, along with the Deer Creek girls, advanced to the second round of the playoffs with wins last
Monday night.
The Irish boys (13-2) cruised to a 9-0 victory against Noble at Pribil Stadium.
Seth Lucky, Henry Nichols and Sawyer Crandall netted two goals each to lead the way.
McGuinness hosted Tulsa-Bishop Kelley on Thursday in the Class 5A
Keyed by a pair of individual gold medalists and a good showing in the relays, the Casady boys track team won a Class 3A regional last Saturday at Alex.
The Cyclones qualified for the state meet this Friday and Saturday at Catoosa.
Micah White held on for a 4-hundredths-second victory in the 100 meters in 11.2 seconds to claim a gold medal.
Jude Dunleavy nearly swept the hurdles events, winning the 300 hurdles by less than a tenthsecond in 40.22 seconds and came up short in the 110 hurdles for second in 15.58 seconds.
The Cyclone boys claimed gold medals in the 4-by-100 relay in 42.74 seconds and the 4-by-400 relay in 3:24.33, and were second in the 4-by-200 relay.
Hope Fahler paced the Casady girls with three gold medals at the Alex regional.
Fahler cruised to wins in the 800 meters (2:25.54) and the 1600 meters (5:37.83),
quarterfinals.
The Irish girls (13-5) got past Southeast by a 3-1 count last Monday and traveled to Coweta in the second round on Thursday.
Meanwhile, the Deer Creek girls held off Southmoore for a 2-1 victory. The Antlers (10-1) entertained Bixby on
Four Fridayland track teams head to regionals this Saturday.
Deer Creek and PC North compete in a Class 6A regional at Edmond North. McGuinness travels to Chickasha for a 5A regional, while John Marshall is at Jenks.
Regional qualifiers advance to state on May 15-16 at Western Heights.
and also cleared 5feet to claim the high jump title.
The Cyclone girls won the 4-by-800 relay in 10:11.13.
Three other Casady athletes earned medals at the regional, led by Beckham Kerr and Billy Mathis with secondplace finishes in the 200 meters and 3200 meters, respectively.
Max McAllister took third place in the 400 meters.
Cami Matthews also finished third in the 400 meters for the Cyclone girls.
Knights take 2nd at Cashion
Dominating the distance events, the
Thursday in a 6A quarterfinal matchup.
The Deer Creek boys (6-5) suffered a 2-1 loss at Norman North on Monday to end their season.
Fridayland teams from Class 3A and 4A played their first-round games on Tuesday.
Both Heritage Hall squads hosted 4A games,
Crossings Christian boys placed second and the girls tied for second in a 3A regional at Cashion.
Both teams advanced to the state meet this Friday and Saturday at Catoosa.
Asher Green led the Knights with a pair of gold medals. Green posted a 3second win in the 1600 meters in 4:39.13 and a 2-second victory in the 3200 meters in 10:04.55.
Clara Bebee and Drake Manuel swept golds in the long jump, as Bebee cleared 16 feet, 3¼ inches and Manuel leapt 20 feet, 1¾ inches.
Story continued at OKCFRIDAY.com.
as the girls took on Harrah and the boys faced Community Christian. With a win, the Charger girls would play the Metro Christian-Summit Christian winner on Friday. The boys could face the Hilldale-Summit Christian winner. Story continued at OKCFRIDAY.com.
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.
RICK WARREN, Court Clerk /s/ J. Pulley BY DEPUTY (SEAL)
(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, May 8, 2026)
DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA
CV-2026-916
IN RE: The Name of: ) Elane M. Wolfe )
NAME CHANGE
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IN RE: The Name of: ) Helen Elizabeth Vickers ) Lockard )
NOTICE OF HEARING ON CHANGE ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME
TO: All interested parties. Take notice that Helen Elizabeth Vickers Lockard has petitioned to change his/her name to Beth Vickers Lockard.
A Hearing on said petition is set for 11 o’clock A.M. on the 28 day of May, 2026, before Judge Palumbo in his/her courtroom in 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.
RICK WARREN, Court Clerk /s/Courtney White BY DEPUTY (SEAL)
(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, May 8, 2026)
DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA
CV-2026-863
IN RE: The Name of: ) Jorge De Jesus Johnson )
NOTICE OF HEARING ON CHANGE ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME
TO: All interested parties. Take notice that Jorge De Jesus Johnson has petitioned to change his/her name to Jorge De Jesus Ibarra Lopez.
A Hearing on said petition is set for 9:00 o’clock A.M. on the 29 day of May, 2026, before Judge Bonner in his/her courtroom in the Oklahoma County
NOTICE OF HEARING ON CHANGE ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME
TO: All interested parties. Take notice that Elane M. Wolfe has petitioned to change his/her name to Elane M. Jennings.
A Hearing on said petition is set for 11:00 o’clock A.M. on the 18 day of June, 2026, before Judge Palumbo in his/her courtroom in 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.
RICK WARREN, Court Clerk /s/ Kurt Baker BY DEPUTY (SEAL)
(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, May 8, 2026)
DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA
CV-2026-1038
IN RE: The Name of: ) Ann Claiborne Pepper )
NOTICE OF HEARING ON CHANGE ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME
TO: All interested parties. Take notice that Ann Claiborne Pepper has petitioned to change his/her name to Ann Pepper Noon.
A Hearing on said petition is set for 1:30 o’clock P.M. on the 20 day of August, 2026, before Judge Andrews in his/her courtroom in 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.
RICK WARREN, Court Clerk /s/ illegible signature BY DEPUTY (SEAL)
El Patron Supermarket LLC dba Mi Super Baratisimo is seeking a Store Manager in Oklahoma City, OK. Must have 24 mnths of exp working in biz or operations. Qualified applicants mail resume to: ATTN: M. Garcia, 5701 NW 164th Ter, Edmond, OK, 73013
The following items will be offered for sale at public auction on 5/15/2026, with Car Cab Wrecker Service at 8 am. For more information contact Todd Reid at (405) 670-6114
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Road projects, public contract bids, eminent domain, tax seizures and more can be found as public notices in your newspaper. It’s the law. Oklahomans want to keep it that way.
68% of Oklahomans believe government legal notices should be printed in newspapers.*
70% think legal notices should not be posted only on government websites.*
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Pearl House was founded in 2013 by Courtney Bullard, Steve Bullard, and Courtney Garland Quist-Therson. God gave Steve and Courtney Bullard a desire to build a home for girls who have experienced trauma, poverty, or other suffering. Courtney Quist-Therson had been praying for an opportunity to move to Ghana for over three years. After a “chance” meeting in a parking lot, the dream became a reality and Pearl House Residential Home was built in Winneba, Ghana.
Pearl House now has four branches that provide healing, opportunity, protection, and education, over 80 Ghanaian employees, and serves over 75 girls,
Colonel John Starke, Sr, local chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, presented Jeanean Yanish Jones with a DAR Community Service Award during the April meeting, held at the Oklahoma City Golf and Country Club. Jones was honored for her volunteer work as the Rotary District 5750 Governor for north west Oklahoma 2023-24. Jones is a longtime member of Rotary Club 29 of Oklahoma City, one of the four largest Rotary Clubs worldwide. During her term as district governor, she oversaw 34 Rotary Clubs, recruited members, and led local, district, and global projects to execute the mission of providing humanitarian service, promoting integrity, and advancing goodwill and peace worldwide. Fighting disease, providing clean water, and supporting education locally and internationally are focuses of Rotary.
In addition to her volunteer work as a Rotarian, Jones is an executive with Insurica and serves on several Oklahoma City boards of directors including Metro Technology Center, OKC.
DAR is a national nonpolitical nonprofit women’s lineage service organization that promotes historic preservation, patriotism, and education. Women, eighteen years and older, who trace to an America Revolution Patriot are eligible to join.
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
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
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
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, Okla. 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
Quail Plaza Barber Shop 10940 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (495) 751-2126
All About Travel, Ltd. 6104 NW 63 St. 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
400+ students, and 83 young women.
The Pearl House Gala is an opportunity to showcase the amazing resilience and incredible accomplishments of the girls and students at Pearl House, as well as ask new and current partners to give financially. Held at the Oklahoma City Golf and Country Club, our 250 guests enjoyed delicious food and cocktails, auction packages valued over $40,000.00, vacation raffles, and unique Pearl House merchandise. This year’s gala theme was “Focus.” With a Ghanaian marketplace, African dancers, and photos from celebrity photographer Sarah Rhoads’ experience at Pearl House, we built a glimpse of life in Ghana. By focus-
ing on the stories of transformation and courage, guests were able to see through the eyes of the girls. We are so grateful for the $150,000.00 raised at the gala that allows us to continue our work of providing hope and empowering young women to impact their families, careers, and nation! A few handcrafted goods and inspiring photos remain available for purchase. Joining our newsletter, sponsoring a student’s education, visiting our campus in Ghana, or contributing to specific needs are just a few of the opportunities available for additional support. Visit pearlhouse.org learn more about ways you can partner with Pearl House and join in the story.
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 N. 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 Road Suite A. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 842-0494
navigatingmedicare.com
First Liberty Bank 9601 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 608-4500 myfirstliberty.com
Robert Don Gifford GIFFORD LAW, PLLC P.O. Box 2682 Oklahoma City, OK 73101 (405)778-4647 giffordlawyer.com Robert.Gifford@ GiffordLawyer.com
Cross Timbers Arborist 3500 S. Brunson St. Oklahoma City, OK 73119 (405) 682-4777 crosstimbersarborist.com
Lewis Orthodontics Edmond - MWC (405) 330-5095 lewisbraces.com
Women's Health Boutique 12062 N.May Ave Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 936-0030
Midfirst Bank (888) 643-3477 midfirst.com
OCCC 7777 S. May Ave
Oklahoma City, OK 73159 (405) 682-1611 occc.edu
Mountain Smoke Band Hal Clifford 1004 N 80th Oklahoma City, Ok 73114 (405) 818-5591
For the 34th year, letter carriers across Oklahoma will collect food donations along their routes on Saturday, May 9 as part of the National Association of Letter Carriers’ Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive, presented by OG&E and American Fidelity. These donations will benefit the Regional Food Bank and its network of communitybased partners.
Oklahoma residents receive plastic donation bags in their mailboxes the week of May 4. Residents are encouraged to fill the donation bag, or any plastic bag, with non-perishable food items and leave them in their mailboxes on Saturday, May 9 before their letter carrier arrives.
“The Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive shows the incredible generosity of Oklahomans as we work together to meet the growing need in our state,” said Stacy Dykstra, chief executive officer of the Regional Food Bank. “This would not be
possible without the dedication of the letter carriers, volunteers and donors, and together, we can make a meaningful difference in the fight against hunger.”
Some of this year’s most needed items include peanut butter, canned tuna and chicken, canned fruits, cereal, oatmeal, soup and stew, pasta and canned sauce, beans and canned vegetables. Healthier food items are always needed, such as foods low in sodium, whole grains and fruit in 100% juice. Homemade items, perishable goods and items in a glass jar cannot be accepted.
To make a financial donation, text “StampOK” to 53555. Every $1 donated helps to provide three meals to Oklahomans living with hunger. The Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive is additionally sponsored by CSAA-AAA Insurance, OU Health, WEOKIE Foundation, Bank of Oklahoma and The Oklahoman For more infor-
mation about the Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive, visit rfbo.org/stamp-outhunger
About the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma: The Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma is leading the fight against hunger in 53 counties in central and western Oklahoma and envisions a state where no one goes hungry. Founded in 1980, the Regional Food Bank is the state’s largest domestic hunger-relief 501(c)(3) nonprofit that distributes food through a network of communitybased partner agencies and schools. The majority of people served by the Regional Food Bank are chronically hungry children, seniors living on fixed incomes and hardworking families struggling to make ends meet. The Regional Food Bank is a member of Feeding America, the nation’s network of food banks. To join the fight to end hunger, visit rfbo.org.
Dear Wise Elder: I’m just out of energy and have a difficult time having enough energy throughout the day. I heard an old geezer say what I’m feeling. He said, “My get up and go has got up and went.” What can I do?
Dear Out of Energy: Ask your physician to run a complete panel of lab tests to rule out chemical imbalances. Be prepared to pay for additional lab tests that are more in-depth than insurance pays.These labs would includeThyroid TSH, T3, & T4 as well as Vitamin D level above 70%.Make a food journal for a week and evaluate
your eating health. Once you know these areas are under control, it’s time to get moving. There is nothing better for generating energy than to get active. Don’t wait on the feeling, instead create great feelings by balancing good food, good health and movement. Briskly walking for 10 minutes every day can help create energy. Not someday. Not when things calm down. Now. Finally, find a new purpose. Find someone to help can bring amazing personal energy.
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Loretta Bernice Lowry Quindt 1936-2026
Our sweet and gentle, Loretta. It wasn’t possible to be around her without knowing her gentleness and feeling the love she emitted with her smile and her touch. She left us to be with her beloved Jesus on April 25, 2026 in Oklahoma City. Loretta was born Jan. 16, 1936 in Mangum, Okla., to Walter A. Lowry and Mary Cleo Scott.
Her father was a Baptist minister; therefore, she was raised in the Baptist church.
Her family moved to Sayre, Okla., where her parents owned a hotel and later a furniture store until she moved to Oklahoma City and went to beauty school. Later, she worked for Apco Petroleum in the office when she met and later married Richard Quindt on Sept. 24, 1958, in Oklahoma City. Richard was in the Army, stationed in Hawaii.
Loretta joined him
and their only child Cheryl was born there. Loretta and Richard divorced. In order to keep up with necessities, Loretta did laundry and ironed for others, cared for other children and worked at J.C. Penney in the catalog department until her retirement.
She enjoyed working in her yard, playing games on her computer and visiting with family. She was a very hard worker at anything she confronted.
Loretta was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Leon Lowry and his wife Colleen, nephew Rodney Lowry, niece Gayla Sue (Lowry) Boswell and great-niece Tammy Lee Ream.
She is survived by her daughter Cheryl Renee (Richard) Clifton; granddaughter Shaelee Clifton; niece Shirleen Lowry Brown and her son David (Jacey) Brown and their two children; niece Patricia Lowry Raff; great-nephew Larry (Rachel) Lowry (Gayla’s son) and his child; niece Kathy Quindt Battenburg and her son Christopher Battenburg and twin sister Stacey Lynn Battenburg; and niece Beverly Quindt Hite and her son Greg (Tanya) Hite and his three children; and many cousins and friends.
No service. A memorial family dinner will be at a later date. Burial will be at the Erick Cemetery, adjoining her parents in Erick, Okla.
