Irish, Chargers claim titles The McGuinness volleyball team, at left, and Heritage Hall girls cross country squad, right, captured state championships last weekend. Sports, Page 5
SERVICES SET Long-time newspaper publisher and retired Air Force National Guard Assistant Adjutant General and Commanding General Dick Hefton passed away Monday. Services are set for 11 a.m., Friday, Oct. 31, at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 4400 N. Shartel Ave.
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Village police arrest man in sting for stalking By Eric Oesch Staff Writer The Village police arrested John Driskill, 35, earlier this month in a sting operation for allegedly stalking a female victim planning to visit the area. Driskill was transported to the Oklahoma County Detention Center where he is currently held on a $1 million bond awaiting a Nov. 13 preliminary hearing for stalking. The suspect reportedly followed the victim across multiple states, including
New Mexico and Colorado, and had been posting concerning content on social media. “Due to the seriousness of the situation and to ensure the victim’s safety, our officers acted swiftly and decisively,” said Village Police Chief Russ Landon. “Cpl. T. Harrill completed a probable cause affidavit based on the evidence and information already obtained.” Village Police organized the sting operation at a business location near Britton Road and Pennsylvania where the victim was preparing to teach a class. The victim,
37, had concerns the suspect might show up to the class since her location was advertised. Police learned the suspect planned to attend the class the morning of the event and had only a few hours to plan a response if he were to show up. “The sting took place at about 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 12, and due to having information the suspect would attempt to attend the class she was teaching, we provided an officer to be with her while at See STING, Page 7
John Driskill, 35, is currently being held at the Oklahoma County Detention Center where he awaits a Nov. 13 preliminary hearing for stalking.
Ordinance gives first reponders right to cite interference
Happy Halloween! Mucki and Harlan Wright hosted the greatest party on earth — their annual Halloween soiree. This year, the party was circusthemed. From left: Lauren Dennison, Heather Norris, Robert Norris, Christopher Lloyd, Erik Salazar, Harlan Wright, Mucki Wright, Sarah Anderson, Kara Trahan, Phi Nguyen and Aaron Trahan
By Eric Oesch Staff Writer Police and fire first responders in The Village now have the ability to cite individuals who impede or interfere with their ability to safely perform their duties. The City Council approved the new Ordinance 779 at its October meeting. It becomes effective Nov. 1. Under the new ordinance, officers can now cite individuals who, after receiving a verbal warning, approach a first responder who is engaged in the lawful performance of a legal duty, knowingly and willfully violate such warning and approach or come within 25 feet See VILLAGE, Page 7
United Way launches food drive United Way of Central Oklahoma is launching an emergency food drive to help stock the shelves of United Way partner agency food pantries across its communities. This urgent initiative comes in response to the increased food insecurity and the pending loss of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. The food drive aims to fill a critical gap for families and individuals who are experiencing hardship due to the reduction in assistance. United Way’s network of partner agencies has reported a sharp rise in demand for food support, and this drive helps ensure that local United Way partner
agencies’ pantries in central Oklahoma, Canadian County and Logan County can continue to serve those in need. How to Help: Community members, businesses and organizations are encouraged to donate requested items from the list below or order them to be drop-shipped by using Amazon Wishlist. Donations can be dropped off at the following locations: Oklahoma County: United Way of Central Oklahoma, 1444 NW 28 St., Oklahoma City. Requested items include: See DRIVE, Page 2
FRIDAY’s
Cat of the Week
This is Mica Maria, a 7-year-old Dilute Tortoiseshell Cat whose family is Valentina Riveros Gomez and Lauren Martin. She has one brother Hank, a beautiful brown lab. She loves spending time on her front porch hunting bugs, cuddling and socializing at her annual Halloween party. Mica likes to vocalize her thoughts and is the Queen of making new friends! Email Pet of the Week submissions with complete descriptions to: rose@okcfriday.com.