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Dean A. McGee Awards

Oklahoma County Assessor Larry Stein and Valorie Filippo dressed as super heroes for the Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy’s Fifth Annual Heroes Ball. The event honored child advocates from across the state. Page 2.

Past honorees of the Dean A. McGee Awards are, from left, Larry Nichols, Mick Cornett and Carl Edwards. “Our Future is Bright” was the theme of this years awards. Page 11.

OKC FRIDAY Vol. 55 No. 13 • One Section • 12 pages • August 6, 2021

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All Star teacher

In the swim of things

Campbell has devoted her career to John Marshall

Members of the Quail Creek swim team Henry Lyon, Calvin Moratto, Harrison Pace and Aiden Lyon pal around during races at the All-City Swim Meet.

By Elyssa Gerstel Student Intern Shelly Campbell, an English teacher at John Marshall High School, tears up when talking about her favorite part of the job. “Just seeing kids get it. Seeing kids when they think they can't do something and being able to do it,” said Campbell. “There’s nothing like that.” Campbell was the 2011 Oklahoma

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- Photo by Beverly and Gordon Walker

Lake Hefner tees off on improvements New sod, six acres of grass sprigs and a new irrigation system this fall are part of Lake Hefner Golf Club’s plan to make improvements and help the turf recover from the winter’s historic cold snap. “The extreme temperatures this February damaged every golf course in Oklahoma City and Hefner suffered the most out of our municipal courses,” said head golf professional Brad Sliauter. “We understand it’s been frustrating for golfers and we’re working on it. “We’re making improvements now to make the experience better for golfers during See GOLF, Page 3

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First Americans Museum opens on Sept. 18 Tickets are now on sale for the grand opening of the First Americans Museum (FAM), set for Sept. 18-19. The celebration includes entertainment, cultural demonstrations and activities for the whole family to enjoy. Due to expected large crowds, all tickets for grand opening weekend must be purchased online and in advance of opening weekend. The museum’s website is famok.org. Tickets are $5 per person, per day. Admission for FAM members and children under 3 is free.

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Dog of the Week Jessie is a purebred English Cocker Spaniel that was rescued from a puppy mill. She is sweet, silly and merry, a characteristic of the breed. Her humans are Linda and Carl Bosteels. Send Dog, Baby and Cat of the Week nominations with complete descriptions to rose@okcfriday.com.

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“We are thrilled to share with the public a premier venue dedicated to the history, art and cultural lifeways of First Americans in Oklahoma,” said James Pepper Henry, FAM director and CEO. “We invite everyone to the long-awaited opening of FAM in September. Those who attend the grand opening will be among the first to experience a national treasure that will be enjoyed for decades to come.” The museum officially opens at 8 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 18, with a tribal procession of 39 distinct tribal nations taking

place at 10:30 a.m., followed by remarks from tribal, city and museum leaders. Visit the website for a complete list of grand opening weekend entertainment, activities, shopping and dining options. During grand opening weekend only, no onsite parking is available, with the exception of parking provided for visitors with disability parking placard credentials. FAM is finalizing details for offsite paid parking and is set to provide updates on the museum’s website as more See FAM, Page 3

NWOKC Chamber to host Bice District 5 Congresswoman Stephanie Bice is set to meet with members of the Northwest Oklahoma City Chamber for a small business roundtable on Friday, Aug. 13, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Project 3810. Bice plans to discuss a variety of issues important to business owners, managers and entrepreneurs in the area. The meeting is part of a Day in the District with stops in different parts of northwest Oklahoma City arranged by the Northwest Oklahoma City Chamber for Bice.

“We look forward to giving area business owners an opportunity to talk with Congresswoman Bice about their experiences with the federal government’s impact on their business,”said Jill McCartney, president and CEO of the NWOKC Chamber. “It’s important they share their perspectives on wages, healthcare, workforce availability, covid relief efforts and other policies with someone who is directly involved with making those decisions.” See BICE, Page 3

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Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy

Heroes Ball honors child advocates

- Photos by Rose Lane

Bill and Sharon Pyealt join Andy and Karen Rieger, who are dressed as Clark Kent and Lois Lane, at the Heroes Ball.

The Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy recognized individuals and organizations who advocate for children during its Fifth Annual Heroes Ball. The event was special this year, OICA CEO Joe Dorman said. “We held the first (that we know) simulcast nonprofit event in Oklahoma for a program of our size from two separate fantastic venues,” he said. “We had great crowds at the Skirvin Hotel in Oklahoma City and the Greenwood Cultural Center in Tulsa. Masters of ceremonies at each venue

set up the speakers who were prerecorded. “Not only were we able to get back together, but we also had a Zoom for people to watch from home,” Dorman said. Among the prestigious awards is the annual Anne Roberts People’s Choice Award with the State Department of Education sweeping the awards with SoonerStart winning the organization award and Melissa Ahlgrim, director of reading Sufficiency, winning the individual advocate. Other heroes for children honored were

Chad and Charis Richison; Bob and Jean Harbison; frontline workers at state, county, and tribal health departments for their heroic vaccination work; the producers for the “Tulsa Burning” documentary; as well as the Honorable Judy Eason McIntyre and the Honorable J.C. Watts. Honorary banquet chairs were the Honorable J.C. Watts, former Congressman Dan Boren and Senior VicePresident Mary Blankenship Pointer with Frontier State Bank. The board event chair was MJ Barton.

Above, left, Ann Lacy and Mary Blankenship Pointer, an honorary chairman of the Heroes Ball. Above: Michelle DeVerry with Dena Drabek.

FRIDAY fumble In the July 23, 2021 story “NHills employees rewarded for hard work, dedication” in OKC FRIDAY, it was incorrectly reported that Nichols Hills employees would share a budget surplus of $932,000 as a bonus. The correct amount of budget surplus shared with all 75 Nichols Hills employees is $200,000. The newspaper regrets the error.

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- Photo by Rose Lane

Up on the rooftop Linda and Carl Bosteels enjoy an early evening reception at the Oklahoma City Museum of Art for the The Painters of Pompeii: Roman Frescoes from the National Archaeological Museum. The Bosteels are also this week’s Dog of the Week’s humans.

BICE From Page 1 She said her organization is excited to welcome Bice. “We are pleased

Congresswoman Bice is reaching out and making an effort to listen on these issues and many others,” McCartney said. “It is important that we can give our members this kind of opportunity.”

FAM From Page 1 information becomes available. Free parking shuttle services are to be available and from designated parking sites, starting at 8 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 18, and running throughout the weekend’s scheduled events. The use of rideshare services is strongly

the rest of the summer season and our plans for the fall will take it even further before next spring.” The unprecedented winter cold killed grass on Hefner’s fairways and collars around greens, making it harder for the course to bounce back in just one spring and summer season. OKC Golf has resodded the collars and added over six acres of grass sprigs in the North Course fairways, plus the No. 11 and No. 18 fairways on the South Course. The staff is in the process of fraise mowing the driving range. The process tills the soil, removing the top layer of thatch and other material to help healthy turf regrow. This fall, a new irrigation system is set to be installed on the South Course. “It will help keep the turf healthy and help with weed control,” Sliauter said. Lake Hefner Golf Club is one of Oklahoma City’s five public golf courses. Visit okcgolf.com for more.

Registration for the Small Business Roundtable is $20 for NWOKC Chamber members and $25 for non-members and includes a box lunch. Registration must be made no later than

encouraged. To ensure everyone's safety and enjoyment, FAM is following CDC COVID-19 guidelines for large group events. The museum's campus will operate with timed entry tickets to ensure visitors have ample space to observe social distancing. Due to observance of health and safety protocols regarding capacity in enclosed spaces, access to FAM exhibition gal-

noon on Aug. 11 at nwokc.com. For more information, call (405) 789-1256. Project 3810 is a business incubator and co-working and light industrial space, located at 3810 N. Tulsa.

leries are limited on opening weekend. FAM encourages visitors to return on a future date to explore the extensive exhibit galleries. FAM is committed to providing universal access to our museum’s campus and all events. Please contact FAM to request additional disability accommodations. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.

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OKC FRIDAY

Sports Weekly SOFTBALL ROUNDUP

Fridayland teams open 2021 season this week SCHEDULE Monday, Aug. 9 Piedmont at McGuinness (DH), 5 p.m. Capitol Hill at Mount St. Mary, 5 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 10 Choctaw at Deer Creek, 6:30 p.m. McGuinness at El Reno, 5 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 12 Deer Creek at Northwest Classen, 6:30 p.m. McGuinness at El Reno Festival, TBA Mount St. Mary at Jones, 5 p.m. Friday, Aug. 13 John Marshall at Mount St. Mary, 4 p.m. McGuinness at El Reno Festival, TBA Saturday, Aug. 14 McGuinness at El Reno Festival, TBA

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The unmistakable “tink” sound of an aluminum bat connecting with a ball comes alive this week as Fridayland schools begin the 2021 fast-pitch softball season. McGuinness and Mount St. Mary are scheduled to open this Monday. The Irish host Piedmont in a doubleheader starting at 5 p.m., while the Rockets entertain Capitol Hill in a 5 p.m. contest.

Deer Creek plays host to Choctaw on Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. as the Antlers kick off their 2021 season. McGuinness also visits El Reno on Tuedsay, and returns to Canadian County for the El Reno Festival beginning Thursday through Aug. 14. Also on Thursday, Mount St. Mary travels east to Jones and Deer Creek visits Northwest Classen. On Aug. 16,

McGuinness visits Western Heights for a doubleheader and Mount St. Mary hosts Ada at 5 p.m. Other games through the month of August include: Aug. 17 – Deer Creek at Edmond North, 6:30 p.m.; Heritage Hall at Crossings Christian, 5 p.m.; Mount St. Mary at Byng, 5 p.m. Aug. 19 – Westmoore at Deer Creek, 6:30 p.m.; Jones at Her-

itage Hall, 5 p.m.; McGuinness at Noble, 5 p.m. Aug. 20-21 – Heritage Hall at Kellyville Festival. Aug. 23 – Deer Creek at Putnam City, 6:30 p.m.; Heritage Hall at Prague, 5:30 p.m.; Norman North at McGuinness, 5 p.m.; Classen SAS at Mount St. Mary, 5 p.m. Aug. 24 – PC West at Deer Creek, 6:30 p.m.; Mount St. Mary at Perkins-Tryon, 5 p.m.

Quail Creek hosts All-City Swim Meet

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Above: OKC Golf & Country Club team members Bonn Humphreys and Belle Burnett. Left: Quail Creek’s Olivia Lyon and OKC Golf & Country Club’s Collins Burke are all smiles at the All-City Swim Meet.

Quail Creek’s Mary Ella Thomas, foreground, and Leila Duthie compete in the breaststroke during the All-City Swim Meet. - Photos by Gordon and Betty Walker

Gaillardia Country Club team members Tatum Maune and Vivian Samarripas wait their turn to compete at the All-City Swim Meet at Quail Creek.

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CAMPBELL From Page 1 City Public Schools’ Teacher of the Year. When OKC FRIDAY asks members of our All-Star Scholars and Leaders team at graduation time from John Marshall to describe the teacher who has had the greatest influence on them, she is named in the majority of their responses. Growing up, Campbell vowed to herself that she would never be a teacher, after watching both her parents dedicate their whole lives to the education field. However, Campbell’s mind was quickly shifted after being asked to be an English tutor for a friend’s brother in college. “I (decided) there’s no fighting this at this point, I am loving (teaching),” she said. “This is what I have to do.” Campbell’s first teaching job right out of college was at John Marshall High School and she has been there ever since, dedicating almost 30 years of service to the local community. Campbell admits that she was just thrown into the job with very little guidance, but has found her way as one of John Marshall’s favorite teachers. “There’s no reason to leave when you love it,” said Campbell. According to 2017 data by the Oklahoma City Public School District, 71.1 percent of students qualify for freeand-reduced lunch at John Marshall, compared to the 62.7 percent state average. Campbell believes in the power of fostering a comfortable and supportive

Shelly Campbell has dedicated nearly 30 years to the students at John Marshall High School. She was named the Oklahoma City Public Schools’ Teacher of the Year in 2011.

environment for her students. “School can be a safe place. A place where (students) can get fed and loved …” said Campbell. “Sometimes, school can be a retreat for (students). So you want to be that soft place they can land, for you to believe in them, for you to push them.” As for Campbell’s teaching philosophy, she believes in finding connections with each student, so that they can learn in the best way. Campbell makes sure to take

an individualist approach to each student so that she can find out what motivates them to be the most successful learner. “I really focus on building relationships (with my students), getting to know them, seeing who they are and learning about their likes and dislikes,” said Campbell. Despite all the work Campbell puts into her teaching, she recognizes that the public has many misconceptions about her profes-

sion. For one, she believes that many people do not realize how much time and dedication teachers put into their students, never just working during the school day but late nights and early mornings. Additionally, the public may think that teachers can easily take summers off, but Campbell has worked on something for school every single day of summer break. “There’s a lot of joy in this profession,” said Campbell. “But if you don’t give your-

self all the way to it, you are cheating yourself and your students, in my opinion.” As for Campbell’s life outside of work, she is married to her husband, who is also a teacher at John Marshall and has two grown children. She enjoys reading and doing genealogy of her family history by visiting old cemeteries. Campbell’s passion for educating can be summed up in one quote: “Yes I teach English, but I teach kids first,” she said.

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Free Downtown OKC Home Tour Returns

CALENDAR FUNDRAISERS Oct. 28 • Beans & Cornbread OKC Metro Alliance, Inc. has announced the rescheduled date of its annual fundrais er, Beans and Corn bread 2021 for Oct. 28. This event was originally scheduled for May. This year’s theme is Recover and Rise, which will focus on life after recovery. The fundraiser will fea ture live music and a live art performance onstage, which has generated a lot of anticipation for the event. Beans and Cornbread will be held at St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, 222 NW 15th St. The luncheon is free, but an RSVP is requested online at okcmetroal liance.com or by call ing 4052321864. Individual and Corpo rate sponsorships directly support the programs of OKC Metro Alliance, includ ing Men’s and Women’s Firstep and the Public Inebriate Alternative.

THIS WEEKEND Aug. 67 • Blue Hippo Festival The Route 66 Blue Hippo Festival, is from noon to 4:00pm each day at the Edmond Historical Society & Museum and Stephen son Park in Edmond. This twoday festival is themed around Edmond's Route 66

Oct. 2324 • Heritage Hills Home Tour The 55th Annual Heritage Hills Historic Home Tour will run Oct. 2324 and benefits public parks and green spaces in the neighborhood. The Heritage Hills Historic Home Tour offers the exciting chance to see inside some of Oklahoma City’s most beautiful historic homes. Tours are from noon to 5 pm each day. This selfguided walking tour allows attendees to visit several private residences. The tour may be completed on either Satur day or Sunday, or both days for a more leisurely pace. A is available to transport vis itors from one site to another. Visitors will be greeted by knowledgeable volunteers who can provide historical facts and wonderful stories about the Heritage Hills neighbor hood. Tickets go on sale after Labor Day. For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit heritagehills.org/homestour. Cost: $18 in advance, $20 tour weekend. icon, the Blue Hippo. Familyfriendly activi ties, performances, artists and all things blue, will take place at the Museum and in Stephenson Park. Art and Music is provided throughout the festi val, and many restau rants along 5th St. are oﬀering discounts/ specials. Go to VisitEd mondOK.com/Events for info. Aug. 7 • Brightmusic Concert The Mae Ruth Swan son Memorial Concert feat. Beethoven and others is at 4pm at the First Baptist Church on Robinson. Admission for each concert is $20 at the door and free for children, active duty military, and stu dents with ID. Aug. 712 • Art Show & Auction Calm Waters Center for Children and Fami

N EW D ATES 2021 Chesapeake Events/Shows: WWE Raw Aug. 30 Alabama Sept. 17 Michael Buble Sept. 19 Gold Over America Oct. 5 Kane Brown Oct. 14 MercyMe – Oct. 28 Jeff Dunham Jan. 27, 2022 Elton John Jan. 30, 2022

lies’ Resilience: An Art Show & Auction fea tures over 30 pieces of local art interpreting resilience, life after loss, and hope after grief. All the proceeds from Resilience will beneﬁt children and families who have experienced a loss. Attendees can meet the local artists, bid on the art pieces and enjoy wine and hors d ‘oeuvres beginning at 5pm. Info at calmwa ters.org. Aug. 8 • Shortt Dogg The 2021 Sunday Twi light Concert Series at the Devon Lawn of the Myriad Botanical Gar dens brings a diﬀerent genre of music each week from local and regional acts. Shortt Dogg is Funk/R&B/ Smooth Jazz from 7:309:30pm. Visit artscouncilokc. com/twilight/.

Send calendar events to jennifer@okcfriday.com JoJo Siwa Feb. 1, 2022 Backstreet Boys – Sept. 14, 2022 Zoo Amphitheatre: Foo Fighters Aug. 7 Judas Priest Oct. 16 Matchbox Twenty June 22, 2022 Theatre: Master Class (Lyric) Sept. 15Oct. 3 Civic Center Music Hall:

On Sunday, Aug. 8, from 12 - 4pm, Downtown Oklahoma City Partnership and the Business Improvement District will host the 2021 Downtown Home Tour to provide a glimpse of what it is like to live in the heart of OKC. This event occurs every two years, is free to the public and will showcase some of the newest, most talked about addresses in downtown. An urban lifestyle features central living, walkability and access to public transit. Downtown and the surrounding neighborhoods are lively places with a distinct sense of community. People choose to live downtown for the quality of life, ease of access amenities and character of its neighborhoods.

This year’s tour will feature seven properties showcasing homes for all lifestyles, including working professionals, families, and empty nesters. The diverse line-up showcases upscale apartments and rental lofts, historic sites, and high-end condos and townhomes. This year, Downtown Home Tour attendees can explore downtown living by way of the OKC Streetcar, with all properties just a short walk from the OKC Streetcar route. Attendees can present their physical or digital Eventbrite ticket to receive free rides on the OKC Streetcar as they travel from one location to the next. The home tour is self-guided, and guests may begin at any participating location.

Full list of 2021 Downtown Home Tour Properties: Block 42 ‐ Community of townhomes and flats in Automobile Alley each fea‐ ture a private balcony or rooftop deck and a private garage. It is the first official LEED certified project in downtown OKC, translating to improved indoor air quality, lower monthly utilities, and better quality of life for all residents. The Bower ‐ With only thirty‐two homes, The Bower offers the perfect blend of luxury living and a comforting lifestyle. Its apartments feature spacious floorplans, distinct community amenities, designer finishes, a prime location just outside of the City Center. The Civic Condominiums ‐ The Civic is a visionary residential condominium community of walk‐ups and flats in the downtown Arts District. Its two buildings, comprising thirty‐four homes, feel tucked away and idyllic while being in the center of the urban core. The Hill at Bricktown ‐ The Hill combines the privacy of a hometown neigh‐ borhood with unique amenities and amazing views of the downtown sky‐ line. Its unsurpassed location allows easy access to the downtown core, Innovation District, State Capitol, and more. Maywood Apartments ‐ Located in the historic Deep Deuce District, offer multiple floor plans, highly sought amenities, and luxury indoor features. There is plenty to explore and experience with world‐class dining, exciting entertainment, and local shopping just minutes away. Steelyard Apartments ‐ The modern apartments in Bricktown are ideally located next to all the district has to offer. Its one‐, two‐, and three‐bedroom units are elegantly designed with immaculate open‐concept living spaces and plenty of amenities. Villa Teresa Residences ‐ Villa Teresa is a reimagined Midtown residence, providing a mix of the mellow and the metropolitan. Its tri‐level homes and fashionable flats offer contemporary architecture, timeless design, and a bal‐ ance of active social scenes and solitude. Those looking to rent, buy, or explore the downtown living options are invited to attend this free event. Registration is encouraged, but not required. For more informa‑ tion visit downtownokc.com/downtown‑home‑tour. My Fair Lady (OKC Broadway) Sept.28Oct.3 Neil Degrasse Tyson Oct. 5 Alice (In Wonderland) Oct. 2224 Alton Brown Live Nov. 7 Other Events/Shows/Awards: Odyssey Project Aug. 12 Prix de West Through Aug.8 Goodwill Fashion Show Aug. 20 Paseo Arts Festival Sept. 46

The Hole Shebang! Redbud Classic Western Heritage Awards Annie Oakley Luncheon Memorial Marathon Heritage Hills Home Tour Beans and Cornbread Rodeo Hall of Fame Beaux Arts Ball

Sept. 9 Sept. 1112 Sept. 1718 Sept. 29 Oct. 23 Oct. 2324 Oct. 28 Nov. 1112 Nov. 27

United Way hosts cornhole tournament, The Hole Shebang! The United Way of Central Oklahoma has a new, special extension of its Campaign Kickoff with a brandnew event. On Thursday, Sept. 9, from 4-7:30 pm, it will be hosting the first-ever The Hole Shebang! Cornhole Tournament and kickoff celebration at the Love’s Travel Stops Stage & Great Lawn at Scissortail Park. This year’s event will be a fundraising opportunity to support the goals of its 2021 campaign. Our community is facing a long road toward its pandemic recovery, and the success of this year’s fundraising campaign is more critical than ever in ensuring United Way Partner

Agencies have the funds necessary to take care of our community’s most vulnerable citizens – especially those reeling in COVID-19’s devastating wake. Event sponsorships are available for $1,500 and will include two tournament teams as well as one player entry in the Boss Toss CEO Cornhole Challenge and recognition on event materials, including invitations, signage, website, social media and press releases to media partners. All participants will receive a commemorative event t-shirt printed by Curbside Apparel, a life-changing program of The Homeless Alliance and 2019 WayFinder Innovation

Grant recipient. The winner of the tournament will also be the first recipient of a traveling trophy that can be displayed for a full year with pride. The Hole Shebang! will be free for the public to attend and cheer on more than 160 cornhole competitors. More than 700 guests are expected for this evening of exciting competition, food trucks and live music at Oklahoma City’s newest outdoor venue. Please consider this opportunity to support United Way of Central Oklahoma while gaining visibility as a community partner. To reserve your organization’s sponsorship, please email a complet-

ed sponsorship form to events@unitedwayokc.org with your preferred payment method. Reservation forms must be received by Aug. 11 to be recognized as a sponsor on event invitations and t-shirts at UnitedWayOKC. org. However, event sponsorships for team entry into the tournament will be accepted until Aug. 30.

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Casady School recognizes faculty and staff During end-of-year activities, Casady School recognized the achievements of outstanding faculty and staff members with major school awards. “These employees typify the virtues of hard work, compassion and citizenship serving as shining examples to our Casady community,” Nathan Sheldon, head of school, said. ● The Karen Knutson Award was established in 2004 in memory of Karen Knutson, a Casady parent who demonstrated passion, enthusiasm, and love for Casady athletics and its coaches. This award is presented to a full-time teacher who has coached two seasons during the school year and whose encouragement and direction promote growth and confidence in the student-athlete and nurture the development of a productive team spirit. Presented to Danielle Sappington. ● The Mike Monroney Fellowship Award is presented to a faculty member for character, competence, and outstanding classroom teaching. Presented to Karen Towles.

● The Geneva Hood Award, established by Dr. and Mrs. J. William Hood, honors an outstanding teacher. Presented to Kortney McQuade. ● The John R. Horter Memorial Award is presented to that member of the Casady School faculty or staff who is recognized by his or her colleagues for character, service to the school, and for love of fellowman. Presented to Joe Kinney. ● The Sandra Billups Cerny Award is presented to that member of the Casady School faculty, staff, or administration who is recognized by his or her colleagues for dedication to the School and excellence in meeting his or her responsibilities. Presented to Sandy Nelson. ● The Barbara and Stanton L. Young Award is presented to a Casady teacher who has demonstrated uncommon commitment, dedication, and competence. The recipient holds this honor for three years, and each year receives an honorarium from the grant established by Mr. Young. Presented to Dr. Janet Hubbell. Founded in 1947, Casady School

is a college preparatory Episcopal day school committed to deeperlevel learning and has more than 950 students in grades Pre-K through 12. Casady develops excellence, confidence, and integrity in each of its students and prepares them with the skills and knowledge that serve as the foundation for success. Casady School welcomes a student body that reflects the diversity of the world around us and therefore does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, nationality, or ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletics, and other schooladministered programs generally accorded or made available to students at the school. Casady School is accredited by the Independent Schools Association of the Southwest and is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools, Southwestern Association of Episcopal Schools, Southwest Preparatory Conference, and Malone Schools Online Network through the Malone Family Foundation.

August 6 Bunny Bose Robert Brunner Trent Brewer Ian Kristic Michelle Lasater Stuart Lusk David Nelson Celeste Newhouse Chuck Rayshell Bev Reed Dixie Rodman Charles Smith JV Smith August 7 Nick Bishop Laura Brennwald Clarice Bruce John Burruss John Cheek Natalie Crowl Cameron Enteshary Dora Fleming Diane Freeny Dana Gregory Jane Kimball Cara Langer Randy Parrish Don Paulsen George Reavis, Jr. Pat Rooney Bette Jo Stout Tom Thorpe August 8 Scott Adams Dr. A. Sam Coury Patrick Cowan Jamie Daves Ashlie Furseth Sandy Garrison Shannon Hodges Jeff Love Mike Joseph Hugh McMurrain Tom Mount Robert Nelon Andrew Nelson Christy Payne Leah Richardson Fred Roberson Laura Watts August 9 Jami Carver Janea Christian

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Rick Warren, Court Clerk By: /s/illegible signature Deputy Court Clerk (SEAL) APPROVED: /s/Stephen Box Stephen A. Box, #15117 Attorneys for Defendant 2621 S. Western Oklahoma City, OK 73109 (405)632-7778

CORRECTION (First Published in OKC Friday, Friday, July 30, 2021; Corrected Notice Published in OKC Friday, Friday, August 6, 2021) DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA CV-2021-1721 ) )

NOTICE OF HEARING ON CHANGE ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME TO: All interested parties. Take notice that Austin Soren Williams has petitioned to change his/her name to Avyn Serenity Williams A Hearing on said petition is set for 1:30 o’clock P.M. on the 19 day of August, 2021, before Judge Ogden 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/Diane Watson By: DEPUTY (SEAL)

(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, August 6, 2021)

/s/Felicia Wells Felicia Jean Wells 1140 SW Binkley St. Oklahoma City, OK 73019 (405)474-9864: Cell Feliciawells751@gmail.com PETITIONER PRO SE

GUARDIANSHIP

(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, August 6, 2021; Friday, August 13, 2021) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA Case No. PB-2021-1031 Amended In the Matter of the Estate of Imogene Fillmore Deceased.

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COMBINED NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE OF HEARING TO: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF IMOGENE FILLMORE, DECEASED. You are hereby notified that on the 2 day of August, 2021, Petitioner, Felicia Jean Wells, of 1140 SW Binkley St., Oklahoma City, OK 73109, filed in the District Court Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, a Petition for Summary Administration (“Petition”). Petitioner has alleged that Imogene Fillmore (“Decedent”), died intestate on May 27, 2008, domiciled at 1140 ½ SW Binkley St., Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma. Decedent did not leave a Will. The probable value of Decedent’s estate is approximately $3,000.00. Petitioner has requested that the Court allow summary administration pursuant to Okla. Stat. it.t 58, §§ 245247. Felicia Jean Wells is the daughter of Decedent and the sole heir-at-law, devisee and legatee to Decedent’s estate. Her address is 1140 SW Binkley

CASE NO: PG-2021-546 ) ) )

RICK WARREN, Court Clerk /s/Teresa Becker By: DEPUTY (SEAL)

ORDER APPROVING SERVICE BY PUBLICATION

(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, August 6, 2021)

NOW, on this 29 day of July, 2021, Kylee Ann Hartman appeared before me personally and was sworn. The Court, having reviewed the Affidavit in Support of the Application for Service by Publication, and after having considered the sworn testimony provided, FINDS and ORDERS as follows: 1. Petitioner/Temporary Guardian has made a distinct and meaningful search of all reasonably available resources to ascertain the identity and/or whereabouts of Christopher Stephson, and has been unable to locate said individual.

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA

IN THE MATTER OF THE GUARDIANSHIP OF Hope Ann Priddy

IT IS THEREFORE ORDERED, ADJUDGED, AND DECREED that service by publication is authorized for Christopher Stephson and that service shall be made by publication of a notice, signed by the Court Clerk, one (1) day per week for three (3) consecutive weeks in a newspaper authorized by law to publish legal notices which is published in Oklahoma County. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED, ADJUDGED, AND DECREED that the notice shall state the following: 1. The name of ward herein, and if the ward is a child, only the child’s first and middle initials, together with the child’s last name and date of birth shall be published. 2. That a Petition for Guardianship has been filed by Kylee Ann Hartman in the District Court of Oklahoma County. 3. That Christopher Stephson is hereby provided notice of said Petition and the date for further hearing, which is to be held on the 29 day of September, 2021 at 1:30 p.m. before Judge James M. Siderias, Judge of the District Court, in Room 217 of the Oklahoma County Courthouse.

/s/K.Nikki Kirkpatrick JUDGE OF THE DISTRICT COURT

(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, August 6, 2021) DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA Case No. CV-2021-1806

NOTICE OF PETITION FOR APPOINTMENT OF GUARDIAN You are hereby notified that Robin E. Budniewski has petitioned this Court to be appointed guardian of the person and estate of the above-named minor Noahl T. Jones, and that said Petition will be heard in the court room of Judge Nikki Kirkpatrick Room 223 in the Oklahoma County Courthouse at 321 Park Avenue on the 18 day of August 2021, at 9:00 o’clock A.M. at which time you may appear and show cause if any, why said Petition should not be granted. WITNESS my hand and seal of said Court this 29 day of July, 2021. K. NIKKI KIRKPATRIK Judge of the District Court RICK WARREN, Court Clerk (SEAL) By /s/illegible signature, Deputy (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, August 6, 2021) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA

IN RE: The name of: ) Gabriela Marie Morrow ) NOTICE OF HEARING ON CHANGE ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME TO: All interested parties. Take notice that Gabriela Marie Morrow has petitioned to change his/her name to Marie Elaine Plummer. A Hearing on said petition is set for 1:30 o’clock P.M. on the 9 day of September, 2021, before Judge Ogden 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/Teresa Becker By: DEPUTY (SEAL)

CASE NO: PG-2021-546 IN THE MATTER OF THE GUARDIANSHIP OF Hope Ann Priddy

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA

NAME CHANGE ) ) ) )

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APPLICATION & AFFIDAVIT FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION COMES NOW, Kylee Ann Hartman, the Petitioner/Temporary Guardian, and pursuant to Okla. Stat. tit. 12 § 2004(C)(3) requests this Court

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TO: All interested parties. Take notice that Fernanda Santos has petitioned to change his/her name to Fernanda Rios. A Hearing on said petition is set for 10:45 o’clock A.M. on the 8 day of September, 2021, before Judge Bonner at 10:45 o’clock 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.

Case No. CV-2021-1782 In the Matter of the Application of Linh Nguyen as next of friend of (child) Uyen Phuong Tran to Change Her/His Name

(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, August 6, 2021) DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA CV-2021-1793 IN RE: The name of: Amjad Machmouchi

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NOTICE OF HEARING ON

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NOTICE OF FILING PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME To Whom It May Concern: Take notice that (a) Linh Nguyen, as next of friend of Uyen Phuong Tran has filed in the above court a Petition to have the minor child’s name changed as follows, to-wit: From (a) Uyen Phuong Tran to (b) Aubrey Tran; and that the same will be heard by the Honorable Judge Bonner of Oklahoma County, in the County Courthouse, located at 321 Park Avenue, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73102, on the 8 day of September, 2021 at 10:45 o’clock a.m.; and that any person may file a written protest in the case, prior to the date set for hearing. /s/Teresa Becker CLERK/BAILIFF OF THE DISTRICT COURT

PUBLIC NOTICE (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, August 6, 2021) NOTICE BY PUBLICATION No. CV-2021-910 In the District Court within and for said County and State.

Oklahoma County

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA

Noahl T. Jones, a minor

DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA

State of Oklahoma,

(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, August 6, 2021)

IN THE MATTER OF THE GUARDIANSHIP OF

(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, August 6, 2021)

IT IS SO ORDERED!

CASE NO: PG-2021-277

PROBATE

RICK WARREN, Court Clerk /s/CAB By: DEPUTY (SEAL)

NOTICE OF HEARING ON CHANGE ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME

Subscribed and sworn to me, James M. Siderias, Judge of the District Court, this 29 day of July, 2021.

St., Oklahoma City, OK 73109. In an Order for Summary Administration and Combined Notice entered herein, the Court found that is should dispense with regular estate proceedings prescribed by law and Notice to Creditors shall be combined with the Notice of Hearing on the Petition. Pursuant to the Order for Summary Administration and Combined Notice, all creditors having claims against Imogene Fillmore, deceased, are required to present the same, with a description of all security interests and other collateral, if any, held by each creditor with respect to such claim, to Petitioner, Felicia Jean Wells, 1140 SW Binkley St., Oklahoma City, OK 73109, on or before the following presentment date (no more than thirty (30) days following the granting of the order admitting the petition and combined notice) or the same shall be forever barred: August 2, 2021. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a hearing shall be held on the 15 day of September, 2021 at 1:30 p.m., before the Honorable Judge Kirkpatrick, in his/her courtroom, at the Oklahoma County Courthouse, 321 Park Ave., Room 223, Oklahoma City, OK 73102. You are hereby advised that you must file objections to the Petition at any time before the hearing and send a copy thereof to Petitioner at 1140 SW Binkley St., Oklahoma City, OK 73109, or you shall be deemed to have waived any objections. If you have no objections, you need not appear at the hearing or make any filings with the Court. If an objection is filed at any time before the hearing, the Court shall determine at the hearing whether summary proceedings are appropriate and, if so, whether the estate shall be distributed and to whom the estate shall be distributed. DATED this 2 day of August 2021.

TO: All interested parties. Take notice that Amjad Machmouchi has petitioned to change his/her name to Amjad Mashmoushi. A Hearing on said petition is set for 1:30 o’clock P.M. on the 21 day of September, 2021, before Judge Mai at 1:30 o’clock 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.

IN RE: The name of: Fernanda Santos

/s/K. Nikki Kirkpatrick JUDGE OF THE DISTRICT COURT

To the above-named Plaintiffs: RHONDA SMITH (KING) ET AL Take notice that a Motion to Dismiss and/or Vacate Protective Order by the above-named Defendant, Falvey Smith, has been filed against you in the Oklahoma County District Court and is set for hearing on November 8, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. before the Honorable Judge Johnson, Oklahoma County Courthouse, room no. 202. Defendant, Falvey Smith, seeks to have the Victims Protective Order obtained by you on August 26, 1996 be dismissed. Witness my hand and seal this 15 day of July, 2021.

CHANGE ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME

CV-2021-1544

/s/Kylee Hartman AFFIANT

NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE OF MOTION TO DISMISS AND NOTICE OF HEARING

IN RE: The name of: Austin Soren Williams

Kylee Ann Hartman, the Affiant, is the Petitioner/Temporary Guardian in the above-captioned matter. On the 12 day of July, 2021, the Affiant petitioned this Court for guardianship over the minor child(ren) named herein. The Affiant states that the Affiant does not know and with due diligence cannot ascertain the name and/or the current residence or location of Christopher Stephson The Affiant has searched the following records to determine the name and/or current residence or location of Christopher Stephson without avail, to wit:

a. OSCN b. County Assessor c. Social Media d. Tax Records e. Vital Statistics Records f. Other: US Certified Mail Further, the Affiant, sayeth not.

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA

RHONDA SMITH, ET AL, Plaintiffs, v. FALVEY SMITH, Defendant.

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Anna Ruth Cole, Plaintiff vs. William Mathew, Defendant

RICK WARREN, Court Clerk /s/illegible signature, Deputy Clerk (SEAL) (Published in OKC Friday, Friday, August 6, 2021) NOTICE BY PUBLICATION No. CV-2021-911 In the District Court within and for said County and State.

Oklahoma County

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Come Fly the World Non-Fiction, by Julia Cooke Almost ten years after Tarzan showed Jane the joys of flying through the air in 1918 Planet of the Apes, women took it up and remain front page news, as in Wally Funk who recently fulfilled her 60-year dream following the shutdown of the Women in Space Program. Julia Cooke, author of Come Fly the World captures the excitement of flying as a career in her recent non-fiction. Juan Trippe founded Pan Am airlines in 1927 with a mail and passenger service from Key West to Havana. The airlines expanded from several small planes to a single plane, the China Clipper, and cut travel time from the United States to Asia to six days. Two-day passenger service across the Atlantic to Lisbon was available by 1939. Almost immediately, adventuresome women applied to train as stewardesses and Cooke follows some of them, these women with “no fear of the other” as described by the mother of Lynne Tatten, a science major from small town, USA who stepped up at once. From the beginning, the chosen ones were “required to have a college education, speak two languages, stand between 5’3” and 5’9,” weigh between 105 and 140 pounds and be under 26 years of age. Clare Christiansen was eager to join but was too tall at 5’10.” When

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headlines told Claire that Pan Am had ordered 45 new jets, she wrote a letter, “You’re ordering great big new airplanes…will you take a taller woman, too?” She got an application, an interview, and a job. Karen Walker, age 25 was the oldest taken of this group. The high salaries, travel opportunities and perks were offset by the non-marriage clause, but Karen flew for many years before she met and married a rancher from the US. Also joining was Torild (Tori) Wagner, from Monrovia, Norway. Her fiancé had recently died in a car crash, and she remained unmarried though did switch to United later where she gained seniority. A first Black stewardess, Hazel Bowie, is highlighted along with a section of photographs to give faces to names. The antics of fun-loving pilots and staff add a dash of travel log, but the life was far from that depicted in the novel, “Coffee, Tea, or Me,” portraying them as “blowsy blondes who knew every four-letter word.” Nor was Pan Am a branch of the US government. It offered services where government could not cover: trips into and away from combat for troops, R&R stints, Operation Babylift evacuation of two thousand children. The ladies’ status was lifted to “attendant,” but trauma continued as they served Pan Am’s final flight from Saigon, the last commercial American airplane to enter and then exit the city for three decades. Dangers and history are well reported by Cooke, who has published essays in TIME, Smithsonian, as well as authoring Her Side of Paradise: Life in the New Cuba. Enjoy! Thanks to Full Circle Bookstore for sharing these books with FRIDAY readers.

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Charles Bryce Martin, Jr. 1944 - 2021 Charles Bryce Martin, Jr. died July 8, 2021 at his home with his loving family at his side. Bryce was born May 30, 1944 to Charles Sr. and Oneta Laverne (Haught) Martin in Chickasha, Oklahoma. Bryce graduated from Chickasha high school in 1962. He was enrolled to begin college courses that following fall at OSU. The Cuban Missile Crisis prompted Bryce to instead join the U.S. Navy with his buddy C.D. Stroud. He entered the submarine division and helped build the SSBM 645 James K. Polk out of New London Groton, Connecticut which was launched the 22nd of May in 1965. Bryce remained in the Navy for seven years until 1969. In 1965 he married Barbara Jan Albright and from their union three girls were born, Jana “Michelle,” Monica Joy and Holly Nicole. Bryce’s career led him to work for Honeywell for several years before founding his own company, RIG FINDERS, competing with petroleum information. In 1990 Bryce married Cheryl Crain Starcevich and became stepfather to her three

Bryce Martin

children, Jennifer, John and Scott Starcevich. Together, Bryce and Cheryl built a company known as Marketing Etc. which included an area newspaper, a real estate company, a computer company, and a business phone systems company. Upon his retirement in 2009, he and Cheryl continued traveling and sharing adventures by air-car-cruise ships and eight different RV’s. Bryce was fun-loving, generous to a fault and a rule-breaker who was ready to go at the drop of his many “hats.” He was preceded in death by parents, and brothers, Paul, Bill, Jack and Robert. He is survived by his loving wife of thirty years, seven months and two days, Cheryl; his three adored girls, Michelle Martin of Taos, NM, Monica Martin of Dallas, and Holly and Preston Rodgers of Lantana, Texas;

stepchildren Jennifer and Kelly Clark of OKC, Jamie and John Starcevich of Lenexa, Kansas and Scott Starcevich. Bryce is also survived by his seven grandchildren, Lilian Bryce and Maxwell Edwin Rodgers, Parker and Mia Easton, Kendall, Karlie and Lainey Starcevich; and siblings, Jeanette Pyles of Yukon and Tom Martin of OKC. Thank you to Bryce’s special friends, Phillip A. Noisey, Phil Phillips, Dee Minadeo, Nancy and Ray Kitko, Marty and Steve Slaight, Beulah Howell, Betty and Rolly Cowperthwaite, Carri DuPoint, Paul Graves, Alex Broome, C.D. Stroud, Ron Brooksher, and Suzi and David Houston. In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to Make Promises Happen, Guthrie, Okla. in honor of Scott Starcevich and memory of Bryce Martin. Please join the celebration of Bryce’s amazing life at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, August 7, 2021 at the Smith & Kernke N. May Chapel. You are encouraged to dress in casual clothing and have a story ready to share if you’d like. Service is live streaming at smithandkernke.com

Locally-owned Business Directory Debbie South RE/MAX Preferred 9520 N. May, Suite 110 Oklahoma City, OK 73120 Office: (405) 751-4848 debbiesouth.com Full Circle Bookstore 1900 NW Expressway Oklahoma City, OK 73118 (405) 842-2900 (800) 683-READ Swiss Cleaners @ Laundry 3737 NW 50th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73112 (405) 946-0629 LEAP COFFEE ROASTERS 44 NE 51st St. Oklahoma City, OK 73105 (405) 602-5800 Junior’s Supper Club 2601 NW Expressway Oil Center Building (405) 848-5597 juniorsokc.com Boutique One 6478 Avondale Dr. Nichols Hill Plaza (405) 888-9822 boutiqueone.store The Learning Tree 7638 N. Western Wilshire Village (405) 848-1415 learningtreeokc.com Carwin’s Shave Shop 6411 Avondale Dr. Nichols Hills Plaza (405) 607-1197 carwinsshaveshop.com

Winter House 6411 Avondale Dr. Nichols Hills Plaza (405) 607-1199 winterhouseinteriors.com Journey Quilt Company T-shirt Quilts 16516 N. Penn Ave. Edmond OK 73012 (405) 340-0444 journeyquilts.com 23rd Street Antiques 3023 NW 23rd. (405) 943-3800 Oklahoma City, OK 73107 Antiques23.com Concordia Life Plan Community 7707 W. Britton Rd. Oklahoma City, OK 73132 (405) 720-7200 concordiaseniorliving.com Coyle Law Firm 125 Park Ave. No.100 Oklahoma City, OK 73102 (405) 583-3909 coylelaw.com Gulfport Seafood Market 8016 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 848-3468 Gulfportseafoods.com Home Care Assistance of Oklahoma 323 S. Blackwelder Ave. Edmond, OK 73034 (405) 277-0035 homecareassistance.com Mary’s Maid Service 7009 NW 53rd St. Bethany, OK 73008 (405) 728-1805 marysmaidokcity.com

Moorman's Distinctive Carpets and Area Rugs 3835 NW 63rd St. Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 848-4888 moormanscarpetsoklahomacity.com Naifeh Fine Jewelry 6471 Avondale Dr,. Nichols Hills, OK 73116 (405) 607-4323 Naifehfinejewelry.com Retirement Investment Advisors 2925 United Founders Blvd. Oklahoma City, OK 73112 (405) 842-3443 theretirementpath.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 State Farm Insurance Gary Baccus 16145 N. May Ave. Edmond, Ok 73013 (405) 844-6300 Garybaccus.com Balliets 6443 Avondale Dr. Nichols Hills, OK 73116 (405) 848-7811 Balliets.com BancFirst 6200 Waterford Blvd Oklahoma City, OK 73118 (405) 270-1622 Bancfirst.bank Britton Feed & Seed 708 W. Britton Rd. Oklahoma City, OK 73114 (405) 842-5590 britton-feed-seed.hub.biz

First National Bank of Oklahoma 10900 Hefner Pointe Dr., No. 300 Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 848-2001 fnbok.com La Baguette Bistro 7408 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 840-3047 labaguettebistro.com McBride Orthopedic Clinic 9600 Broadway Ext. Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 486-2530 mcboh.com CK & Co. 6429 Avondale Dr. Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 843-7636 ckandcompany.com Chickasaw Community Bank 909 S. Meridian Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73108 (405) 946-2265 ccb.bank Quail Creek Bank 12201 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 755-1000 quailcreek.bank James B. Lowe, DDS 2821 NW 58th Oklahoma City, OK 73112 (405) 848-3535 Covenant Brothers 5900 Mosteller Dr. No. 7 Oklahoma City, OK 73112 (405) 842-4671 covbros.com

International Wigs 4429 NW 10th St, . Oklahoma City, OK 73107 (405) 943-1233 Justin Beasley, DDS 4600 W Memorial Rd. Oklahoma City, OK 73142 (405) 755-5400 drbeasley.com We Pay Fast 2239 NW 39th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73112 (800) 937-2932 wepayfast.com Cindi Shelby, Stylist Lela Rose & Pearl by Lela Rose 333 W. Wilshire Blvd., Ste. F Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 830-1138 Quail Plaza Barber Shop 10940 N. May Ave. (495) 751-2126 Norwalk Furniture & Design 12100 N. May OKC, OK 73120 (405) 919-3847 All About Travel, Ltd. 6104 Northwest 63 Oklahoma City, OK 73132 (405) 384-3880 www.allabout-travel.com Pirates Alley Picture Frames 2733 W. Britton Road (405)751-4395 1700 NW 23 (405) 525-0091 piratesalleyokc.com Papa Dios 10712 N May, Suite D Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 755-2255 papadiosokc.com

Deer Clan Books 3905 N. College Ave. Bethany, OK 73008 (405) 495-9005 deerclanbooks@gmail.com J. Holland Photography 1130 W. 15th St. Edmond, OK 73013 (405) 341-5088 jhollandphotography.com First Liberty Bank 9601 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 608-0528 myfirstliberty.com First Fidelity Bank 6404 Avondale, Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 416-2222 Website: ffb.com Mathnasium of North OKC The Math Learning Center 14101 N. May, Suite 106 Oklahoma City, OK 73134 mathnasium.com/northokc (405) 412-8758 Norma Cokeley RE/MAX Preferred 9520 N. May, Suite No. 110 Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 630-7696 (405 751-4848 Denner Roofing Co. LLC 6608 N. Western Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 848-4411 dennerroofing.com Beef Jerky Emporium 810 W Danforth (next to Hobby Lobby) Edmond, OK (405) 359-8200

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OPINION OUR STAND “And you shall know the truth and the truth shall make you free.” John 8:32 (quoting Jesus). The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is that good men do nothing.” – Edmund Burke paraphrase, 1767. If you want it in the paper, it’s advertising. If you don’t want it in the paper, it’s news.” – Ancient Chinese Proverb. “Without, or with, offense to friends or foes, We sketch your world exactly as it goes.” – Byron, 1818. “Every violation of truth is a stab at the health of human society.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson, 1878. “We must always stand – alone if necessary – as the conscience of this community.” – J. Leland Gourley, 1959.

MEMBER OF We urge courtesy in disagreement. We view with favor wise public choices and view with alarm flawed public choices. We give good advice to public officials at federal, state and local levels, and society in general, on what to do right. So, if they don’t take our advice, it’s not our fault. EMAIL YOUR OPINION to: vicki@okcfriday.com

Baby Boomers, do you have a master plan? Most of us born after WWII have a Trust, DNR, and powers of attorney. But what if we don’t just suddenly die. What if we can no longer make it on our own due to illness or injury? Assisted Living is $3,500-$6,000 a month. Non-nursing home care is $23 per hour or $16,560 per month. Area churches will tell you they are overwhelmed by younger people (our kids) needing help to care for an aging parent. You need a master plan. VillagesOKC has one. It is a peer-led, community-based membership organization built on principles of reciprocity that support and empower older adults to keep their independence.

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It fosters strong social connections that prevent and address social isolation, loneliness, and the adverse health impacts. It hosts social and educational gatherings, linking neighbors and potential friends. Some assist others with shopping, errands, and other tasks. Volunteers see members monthly with little gifts from houseplants to bags of candy. After I joined, two fun women showed up at my office with a coleus plant. We started visiting, and one of them was a childhood friend. Neither of us recognized the other or our married names. The most significant part of belonging is a

class called “The Gift.” It is a notebook in which you fill out all your vital information. If you have to be hospitalized: what utilities need to be paid; where is your car; what is the VIN #; do you have supplemental insurance; who can care for your pet? There is literally page after page of crucial information that your children or a friend will need if you are hospitalized. VillagesOKC costs $250 a year. “The Gift” class alone is worth that much. The social events and connections to new friends are priceless. If you still drive, you might be occasionally asked to run an errand for someone or take them to a doctor. A good neighbor cares, connects, communicates and looks for ways to support others. The massive growth in the older adult population and the demand for affordable services requires a cost-effective master plan. Every person, church, company, and city should start to design a master plan now in order to be prepared. VillagesOKC.org can get you started.

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Presenters John Williams and Rachel Gunter (Cathy O’Connor’s daughter) watch as Cathy O’Connor (center right) accepts the Dean A. McGee award from guest emcee Meg Salyer and event Co-Chairman Larry Nichols. The Dean A. McGee Award is presented by the Downtown OKC Partnership for a lifetime of contributions toward ensuring Oklahoma City has a strong, energetic core. The award is named after McGee, who was passionate about developing downtown as a gathering place for future generations. O’Connor is the president and CEO of The Alliance for Economic Development of Oklahoma City and is previously an assistant city manager.

34th Annual Dean A. McGee Awards honor downtown leaders

Neal Horton Award honoree Donald K. Beck Jr. and his presenter Judy Hatfield. The Neal Horton Award is given to a visionary who sparks a renaissance in a downtown area. It is named for Neal Horton, a Bricktown visionary. Beck implemented Horton’s vision as his young aspiring architect. While Horton had an idea, Beck put his vision onto paper-and-pencil plans. He is the founder of Beck Designs.

Above: Kelley Barnes and Steve Mason toast the Dean A. McGee Awards. At right: Spence and Tami Laird. For more photos, see Page 12.

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Nancy Anthony, the Stanley Draper Award honoree, and James Pickel, her presenter. The Stanley Draper Award is presented to an outstanding nonprofit staff member, volunteer or non-elected government employee who has had an enduring impact on downtown. Anthony is the executive director of the Oklahoma City Community Foundation and notably maintained downtown as the foundation’s headquarters after the bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah Building. Only days later, she provided leadership and guidance in overseeing the millions of charitable donations pouring into Oklahoma City as a response.

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34th Annual Dean A. McGee Awards honor downtown leaders At right: Jeannette and Rand Elliott. At far right: From left, Rocky Chavez, Larry and Diane Ball and Kevyn Colburn. For more information and photos, see Page 11. - Photos by Rose Lane