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Page 3 Page 4 Page 8 Defenders of traditional marriage lament Patients to receive Proton Therapy Tips to keep your pets safe from heat Joyful Oklahoma gay rights advocates applaud High Court’s controversial marriage decision By Patrick B. McGuigan Editor

By a 5-4 vote in the case of Obergefell v. Hodges, the United State Supreme Court ruled on Friday (June 26) that the rights and privileges of marriage ex- tend to same-sex couples wish- ing to marry in all 50 states. The outcome triggered words of praise and joyful celebrations from long-time advocates of “marriage equality.” Ryan Kiesel, executive direc- tor of the American Civil Lib- The two larger Asian Elephants, Bamboo and Chai, are new additions to the OKC Zoo seen here with babies Malee and Achara. Photo by Gillian Lang. erties Union (Oklahoma) com- From left: Troy Stevenson, Freedom Oklahoma Executive Director (at podium) mented, “The Court’s ruling to- smiles during a rally celebrating the U.S. Supreme Court marriage equality ruling day brings our nation one giant on June 26. With him are Marty Coltrane, Brett Baldwin, Jim Roth, t. Sheri Dicker- step closer to more fully realiz- son, Mark Henricksen, Freedom OK Chair, Rev. Neill Coffman, and Michael Clark OKC Zoo welcomes arrival of two new President of OKC Pride. Photo by Darla Shelden. ing the promise of equality and justice for all. The fundamental wards greater equality and jus- From the heroes of Stonewall Asian Elephants right to marry who you love and tice, it does not happen by ac- to Harvey Milk to LGBT lead- By Darla Shelden “This journey has always the Woodland Park Zoo team build a life and family together cident. As we celebrate we are ers of today -- generations have City Sentinel Reporter been about the best care pos- who have worked tirelessly is now a permanent and inex- mindful that injustices persist put their blood, sweat, and tears sible for Bamboo and Chai. with high standards of profes- tricable fixture of our nation’s and the struggle felt by LGBT into this historic victory. And Two new Asian elephants We’ve witnessed an incredible sionalism,” said Lawson. highest law. Years from now (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans- thanks to the sacrifices of many, have arrived at the Oklahoma collaboration of three Associa- Martin Ramirez, Woodland the idea that anyone would be gender) Americans, and in par- the dignity of marriage is now City Zoo and Botanical Garden. tion of Zoo and Aquarium-ac- Park Zoo’s mammal curator denied this fundamental right ticular LGBT youth, is a very the right of every American. Making their way to OKC from credited zoos, which kept the who was among elephant care to marry will seem absurd, but real. We must transform the joy Make no mistake; in the arena Woodland Park Zoo (WPZ) well-being of Bamboo and Chai staff accompanying the cara- the significance of today’s rul- of today into the grit we will no of marriage, this victory is abso- in Seattle, with a brief stop at at the forefront of their transi- van said, “We’re pleased to re- ing will continue to ring true for doubt need to guide our nation lute and irrevocable. the San Diego Zoo, Bamboo tion,” he added. port that Bamboo and Chai ages.” towards true equality in the fu- “However, our work is far and Chai got to town safely on “We are grateful to the Okla- remained bright, alert, and in In a prepared statement, the ture.” from complete, and our move- Wednesday, May 13, at 3 a.m. homa City community for the good condition throughout the former Democratic state rep- Members of organizations ment must be stronger than “We are excited to have outpouring of support and road trip.” resentative continued, “Today pressing for the outcome were ever. For until full and lived these two new members join well wishes on behalf of the el- In addition to the stops ev- we remember the struggles and delighted with the ruling. equality is reality for all, we will our family,” said Dwight Law- ephants, to the San Diego Zoo ery few hours, closed circuit sacrifices that made today’s Troy Stevenson of Freedom not stop fighting. son, PhD, OKC Zoo executive for temporarily accommodat- remote cameras allowed staff ruling possible. While our na- Oklahoma said, “Today, we “Freedom means freedom director/CEO. ing Bamboo and Chai, and to continued on page 7 tion’s laws tend to evolve to- stand on the shoulders of giants. continued on page 5 Oklahoma Indian Gaming Association trade show and conference July 27-29 in Oklahoma City Staff Report 2,500 industry professionals zation of Indian Nations with to advance the welfare of Indi- from all over the country to other non-voting associate an peoples – economically, so- The Oklahoma Indian Gam- attend this premier event spe- members representing organi- cially and politically. ing Association (OIGA) has cifically devoted to all aspects zations, tribes and businesses The City Sentinel welcomes planned its annual conference of the Indian Gaming indus- engaged in tribal gaming en- OIGA members and their as- and trade show for July 27-29 try. terprises from around Okla- sociates during their impor- in downtown Oklahoma City. OIGA was established in homa. The common commit- tant meetings in our commu- Organizers expect more than 1986. It is a non-profit organi- ment and purpose of OIGA is nity. Oklahoma leaders react to U.S. Supreme Court decision upholding ‘ObamaCare’ subsidies By Patrick B. McGuigan Court majority’s reasoning was Editor one of the two medical doc- tors serving in the Legislature. After the U.S. Supreme State Rep. Mike Ritze, R-Bro- Court ruled in favor of the Af- ken Arrow, declared: “The Su- fordable Care Act, reactions preme Court stood on the side were sharp on both sides of the of those who believe a socialist historic national debate over government takeover of health- the most significant expansion care and private health deci- of government power since the sions is best for America.” New Deal eight decades ago. Jonathan Small, executive Elected Republicans in Okla- vice president for the Oklaho- Obama administration’s execu- homa quickly decried the U.S. ma Council of Public Affairs tive rewriting of the Affordable Supreme Court’s 6-3 ruling up- (OCPA), the state’s leading Care Act by ruling on the con- holding taxpayer subsidies for free-market “think tank,” said: text of the statute rather than insurance coverage, the most “The good news for Oklaho- the plain language of the law. significant financial aspect of mans is that our own state law- The court acknowledged that the Affordable Care Act (ACA), makers have been hard at work the challengers’ arguments widely known as “Obam- implementing state-based solu- were strong, but focused in- aCare.” tions for health care. Our law- Rhonda Walters, Kristen (Walters) Hodges, David Walters, Elizabeth (Walters) Gray, and Tanna (Walters) Fried. Walters, stead on the outcome of their Minutes after the Court makers have worked to protect the former governor of Oklahoma, was named the 2015 “Paragon Award” designee by Leadership Oklahoma City. opinion. There’s no doubt the ruled, state Attorney General the doctor-patient relationship, rule of law took a hit today, but Scott Pruitt said: make Medicaid work for pa- I won’t be deterred from con- Former Gov. David Walters presented “It’s disappointing the U.S. tients, lower Medicaid costs, tinuing to fight for the rule of Supreme Court upheld the and improve the effectiveness law and our founding princi- with Leadership Oklahoma City’s Paragon of state and education employ- ples.” ees’ health insurance and care. The Court’s ruling in King v. Award “The robust efforts by these Burwell also garnered criticism Patrick B. McGuigan Board of Directors for the Co- sports activity to many who lawmakers to pass and imple- from state Senate President Pro Editor lumbus Corporation, which would not access it otherwise. ment pro-free market health Temp Brian Bingman, R-Sapul- operates the Santa Fe Family “All this in a state that is so care reforms should contin- pa: “Yet again, we are forced to At the annual awards cere- Life Center (SFFLC), located challenged by our exercise and ue, especially given the failure comply with a flawed law that mony and graduation for Lead- at 6300 N. Santa Fe Avenue, in health indices. Sadly, a new of the federal government on has presented challenges from ership Oklahoma City, former north Oklahoma City. ranking in … USA Today has health care issues.” the beginning. Instead of im- Oklahoma Governor David In his own words, the former our state in the bottom three On the flip-side, state Senate proving health care across the Walters was honored with the state chief executive said, “The in the country. This makes the Minority Leader Randy Bass, nation, ObamaCare has bur- 2015 Paragon Award. Present- Santa Fe Family Life Center is a work of Mayor Cornett and all D-Lawton, turned immediately dened families with increased ing the award to Gov. Walters relatively unknown but signif- of the many organizations, like to “what comes next,” declar- insurance costs, restricted the was Jim Sharrock, an attor- icant operation that has hun- the Santa Fe Family Life Cen- ing: “[W]e need to start taking decision-making authority of ney at the well-known firm of dreds of thousands of visitors ter, so very important.” more steps, together, toward states, and negatively impacted McAfee Taft. each year through its doors, The former chief execu- making Oklahomans healthier our economy.” Walters was recognized for and in the process, I hope helps tive shared credit with his col- Scott Pruitt Also assailing the High continued on page 2 his work as President of the provide more exercise and continued on page 2 Page 2 www.city-sentinel.com July, 2015 NEWS Check us out everyday online, and on Facebook and Twitter Oklahoma leaders react to U.S. Supreme Court decision upholding ‘ObamaCare’ subsidies continued from page 1 are helping more than 87,000 Oklahomans purchase af- fordable health coverage and and stronger. … It’s long past making Oklahoma a stronger, time for us to expand health- healthier state. care coverage for low-income, “This decision cements the hardworking Oklahomans by reality that the Affordable Care accepting Federal funds and Act is the law of the land and is expanding Medicaid.” here to stay. It is time for Okla- Mark Hammons, chairman homa lawmakers to move past of the state Democratic Party, fruitless obstruction of the law gave a back-handed compli- and shift that energy into mak- ment to the crucial two votes ing sure that it succeeds in pro- favoring insurance subsidies viding access to affordable cov- that came from what he called erage to as many Oklahomans “the Republican-appointed U.S. as possible.” Supreme Court.” He said, “This From left, Pat McGuigan, editor of The City Sentinel newspaper, meets with former Oklahoma Gov. David Walters at the Also cheering the decision Tom Guild shows that even partisan judg- Santa Fe Family Life Center in Oklahoma. They serve together on the Board of Directors of the Columbus Corporation, a was Emeritus Professor Tom es have recognized that this non-profit organization that supports health and fitness opportunities for thousands of residents of the metropolitan area, Guild, on two occasions the Act is a reasonable and appro- including special needs and underprivileged children. Photo by Stefan A. McGuigan, for The City Sentinel. Democratic Party standard- priate way to handle the health bearer in the Fifth Congres- crisis in the United States.” sional District. He denounced Former Gov. David Walters presented The Oklahoma Policy In- Pruitt and other elected Repub- stitute of Tulsa (liberal or lican officials, saying, “Many “progressive” counterpart to with Leadership Oklahoma City’s of us have been waiting to ex- OCPA), applauded the deci- hale. Now that the Court by a sion: “The Supreme Court de- 6-3 vote has upheld the subsi- Paragon Award cision is a victory for tens of dies under the Affordable Care community leadership activities exercise and healthy activities, thousands of Oklahomans and continued from page 1 Act, we can do so. until you have made it or the kids especially for kids. millions of Americans. The Af- “Millions of moderate and leagues at the Center, telling the are raised or your job is not so de- “Support for non-profit pro- fordable Care Act’s subsidies low income Americans have crowd, “I am part of a team of six manding. You’re not in this class grams is provided by hosting board members at the Santa Fe.” solely because of your potential the John F. Kennedy Communi- Walters was nominated for the but because you have already ty Service Awards Event that is Jonathan Small prestigious honor by K.C. Moon, started to contribute to this com- presented by the Oklahoma City executive director at the Cen- munity in very significant ways. Knights of Columbus Council health care coverage for the ter, with the support of the SF- As I and others have discovered, 1038 every other year. first time in their lives, because FLC Board of Directors. Walters you can always do more.” “This award is presented to of the ACA. They can also ex- said, “He is retiring this year…he The presentation came at a Oklahomans who through their hale now. The percentage with- has done great work for the San- moment of sadness for Walters philanthropic efforts have served out coverage has dropped in ta Fe Family Life Center. I think and his close-knit family, includ- our community in lasting and some estimates from 17+ per- he nominated me because he ing wife Rhonda, who are mem- meaningful ways.” cent to -10 percent as a result of thought that gave him the best bers of Our Lady of Perpetual The Columbus Corporation, implementation of the ACA. … chance of getting his mitts on Help Cathedral in Oklahoma of which Walters has served as “Kudos to Justices John Rob- $3,500…which is going into an el- City. He told the Leadership OKC president for six years, now oper- erts and Anthony Kennedy.” evator fund. graduates and guests: ates the SFFLC programs. “We have very long outdoor “I take just a moment of per- The JFK Award Walters start- ramps transitioning between sonal privilege to say that it is ed with support from the Knights our two floors and part of our always a happy day of to be rec- honors exceptional public ser- outreach is disabled kids so this ognized for your role in attempt- vice. grant will be put to excellent ing with the help of others to In an interview with Slice use.” do good things, but today (May Magazine a few years ago, he re- Leadership Oklahoma City 20) is a sad day in our family as flected, “It’s good to recognize (LOKC) is described in organiza- Rhonda’s father passed away last the long-term efforts of those tion literature as “a nonprofit or- night. I told her she did not need who have served the public in ganization dedi- known and un- cated to increas- known ways. ing the pool of Improving the volunteers who lives of the dis- have the capac- advantaged or ity to be effec- disabled – par- tive forces of ticularly chil- positive change dren – should in the commu- be recognized nity. as an inspira- “The strate- tion to others.” gies by which Walters con- L e a d e r s h i p cluded his re- Oklahoma City marks at the David and Rhonda Walters enjoy a glass of wine at their home in Oklahoma City. advances this The former Oklahoma governor was named winner of the Paragon Award from dinner with mission are: ed- Leadership Oklahoma City for his work as president of the Board of Directors at typical humor ucating about the Columbus Corporation, a non-profit organization which operates the Santa and contem- the communi- Fe Family Life Center in Oklahoma City. Photo Provided plation: “Andy ty’s needs, resources, and oppor- to be here but like she has for 44 Rooney said that life is like a tunities; training in skills nec- years, she is always there. Two of roll of toilet paper. ... The closer essary for effective community my daughters are here today as to the end you get the faster it leadership; and connecting peo- well, Elizabeth Gray and Kristen goes…so Jim Sharrock and I are ple from diverse backgrounds Hodges. beginning to spin a little faster. and perspectives with a common “So, a special thanks to them “Don’t wait, launch, take it up interest in community improve- for being here for this happy mo- a notch…..do more with what this ment.” ment on this otherwise sad day.” fantastic organization has made Walters encouraged attendees The Santa Fe Family Life Cen- you aware of and the networks at the Paragon dinner to increase ter “began as the Santa Fe Fitness that you have established with their activism and community and Racket Club in 2006. Prior to your classmates.” involvement, reflecting, “It goes being purchased by the Knights Walters is the fourth Oklaho- fast. I say that as a Class 2 grad- of Columbus Council No. 1038, man to win the Paragon Award uate whose graduation seemed the center’s emphasis was a pri- twice. like yesterday. OK, that is not vate club primarily for tennis Walters was first recognized true, but it doesn’t seem like 30 and squash. Today, the center is in 1986 for his work as Commis- years ago. a comprehensive health club that sioner for the Oklahoma Depart- “So don’t wait to ramp up your provides fitness opportunities for ment of Human Services. After the community. serving as governor of the Soon- “The primary mission of the er State, Walters founded Walters Santa Fe Family Life Center and Power International. the Knights of Columbus is to de- Ann Felton of Habitat for Hu- velop healthy activities for young manity and other worthy causes children, providing space seven gained the recognition in both days a week for programs spon- 1989 and in 1996. Sue Ann Hyde sored by the SFFLC and by guest was also a two-time designee – nonprofit organizations. for her work with the American “The SFFLC also encourages Red Cross in 1995 and again in and promotes programs that al- 1999 for her efforts an advisor at low mentally and physically chal- the University of Oklahoma Col- lenged youth an opportunity to lege of Fine Arts. participate in custom-designed, The other two-time honoree sports activities in an encourag- was Jim Farris in 2001 and again ing, compassionate and inclusive in 2014. Farris is known for good group setting. works on behalf of the Salva- “In an effort to best serve the tion Army and Science Museum community, Santa Fe Family Life Oklahoma. Center has a dual mission of pro- NOTE: Pat McGuigan, founder viding a multi-use facility while of CapitolBeatOK.com and editor also giving back to the commu- of The City Sentinel newspaper, nity by arranging for and giving is vice president of the Columbus scholarship opportunities to kids Corporation, a 501 c3 organiza- and families who face financial tion. He has served on the Board hardships. It is important to us of Directors with Gov. Walters for that finances are not a barrier to the last five years. Page 3 www.city-sentinel.com July, 2015 OPINION/GOVERNMENT Check us out everyday online, and on Facebook and Twitter Defenders of traditional marriage lament Court’s controversial ‘Obergefell v. Hodges’ decision By Patrick B. McGuigan tution that by its nature is able “profoundly disappointed in if those organizations don’t ple and the states have placed Editor to accomplish this. Children the U.S. Supreme Court’s deci- recognize same-sex marriage. into their laws and constitu- have a basic right, wherever sion to remove from the demo- “This is unacceptable, and tions. Defenders of traditional possible, to know and be loved cratic process the debate over my office will fight at every “Despite Justice Kennedy’s marriage on Friday (June 26) by their mother and father to- same-sex marriage.” turn to protect the religious desire to act like a Congress- lamented the U.S. Supreme gether in a stable union. Friday’s decision, he said, liberties of Oklahomans.” man, Senator or state legisla- Court’s decision extending “The Church will steadfast- “was not grounded in our Timothy Tardibono, Presi- tor, this decision doesn’t end marriage rights to same-sex ly defend this right, and con- Constitution, but rather in five dent of the Family Policy In- society’s discussion about the unions in all 50 states. The 5-4 tinue to affirm the sanctity unelected judges’ view of what stitute of Oklahoma also com- future of marriage and laws vote in the case of ‘Obergefell of marriage as established by the law ought to be. That is mented on Obergefell v. Hodg- affecting the family. v. Hodges’ drew sharp criti- God, written into human na- not what our founders had in es in a statement to CapitolBe- “Because the opinion’s pro- cism from faith community ture, and recognized as such mind.” atOK. He said, nouncement on religious lib- leaders who defend traditional for millennia. Even as Roe v. Further, the outcome “also “It is unfortunate that the erty is debatable, it is impera- marriage, and from the state’s Wade did not end the public threatens the ability of citi- U.S. Supreme Court morphed tive that Oklahoma’s legisla- Republican attorney general. debate over abortion, this de- zens to live out their faith itself into a legislative body tors and congressional repre- Catholic Archbishop Paul S. cision will not end the debate in the public square. The today to decide social policy sentatives continue to actively Coakley of Oklahoma City de- over marriage. Archbishop Paul S. Coakley, leader Obama Administration’s law- for Oklahomans and the rest protect the inalienable right to scribed the High Court’s an- “I encourage prayers for our of the Catholic Church in central and yer warned that tax-exempt of the nation. Nothing in the practice one’s religion. The 1st nouncement as “a moment of nation, for families and chil- western Oklahoma, described Friday’s organizations – like churches Constitution allows the Court Amendment only recognizes decision in the case of ‘Obergefell v. historic consequence for our dren, and for those who dis- Hodges’ as “a tragic error.” He said, – may soon see that status re- to reject the understanding of that inalienable right, it does nation. The Supreme Court agree with us. Now more than “Even as Roe v. Wade did not end the voked by the Administration natural marriage that the peo- not create it.” has made a tragic error. This ever we have to be vigilant in public debate over abortion, this deci- Tardibono said his group decision will have devastat- our defense of religious liber- sion will not end the debate over mar- “will continue our positive ing consequences, especial- ty due to the threats that are riage.” Photo provided. and hopeful work” promot- ly for children today and for sure to ramp up as a result of largest newspaper, Jordan ing “the truth that the loving generations to come. No mat- this decision and its conse- said, “A Supreme Court rul- and stable marriage union of a ter the court’s ruling, it can- quences in law and in public ing, vote of Congress, or poll man and a woman is the best not change what marriage re- opinion.” of the people cannot change setting for child well-being. A ally is. Marriage by its nature The Rev. Anthony L. Jordan the truth of God’s Word. The society that affirms the right remains the union of one man of the Baptist General Con- landscape of law and our cul- of every child to know and be and one woman. Marriage is vention of Oklahoma reflect- ture has changed. People of raised by both their father and a natural institution that pre- ed, “Nothing has changed, and faith will face new challeng- mother. A legal framework dates and precedes govern- everything has changed. Our es, and our religious freedom that values lifelong marriag- ments and government regu- position on marriage remains will likely come under asasult. es and discourages unneces- lation. the same because our God and We will face those challenges sary divorce. A clear protec- “Marriage is about far more His truth have not changed. with uncompromising faith tion for Oklahomans to live than love shared between Marriage is biblically defined and inclusive love for all.” out their faith in their family, adults. Society needs an insti- as the union of one man and Attorney General Scott Oklahoma Attorney General Scott Pruitt said Friday (June 26) the U.S. Supreme church, business and the pub- Court’s decision on gay marriage “was not grounded in our Constitution, but tution that connects children one woman.” Pruitt, a Republican and for- rather in five unelected judges’ view of what the law ought to be.” He prom- lic square.” to their mothers and fathers, In comments reported in mer member of the state Sen- ised his office would “fight at every turn to protect the religious liberties of and marriage is the only insti- The Oklahoman, the state’s ate, said in a statement he was Oklahomans.”The City Sentinel file photo. www.CapitolBeatOK.com Historic “right-to-try” legislation enacted for Oklahoma Patrick B. McGuigan drug will not, it’s time to re- acted the right-to-try concept, willing to try. This is exactly Editor move barriers that limit doc- including Arizona, Colorado, what Right To Try does.” tors from providing the care Louisiana, Michigan, and Mis- When the proposal cleared In one of the more unique they are trained to give.” souri. final hurdles in early May and in a series of June events, Gov. Although ultimately enjoy- Although FDA provisions al- headed to Fallin’s desk, Mor- Mary Fallin held a formal sign- ing overwhelming support in low for a “compassionate use” rissette observed, “No one can ing for House Bill 1074, deemed the Legislature, getting the process, that takes hundreds of guarantee that a particular the “Right to Try Act.” measure through the process hours to maneuver, Morrissette treatment will be effective, but The event in the Blue Room required diligent work from has noted. Scores have died these laws return choice and was one of several ceremonies the two sponsors. while awaiting federal approv- control over treatment options held at the state Capitol. In brief summary, the mea- al, he said -- and in any given to where it is most effective: The measure, co-sponsored sure allows patients to try “in- year only about 1,000 people with patients and their doc- by state Rep. Richard Mor- vestigational medicines” that successfully make through the tors.” rissette, D-Oklahoma City, have cleared early phases of federal application process. and Sen. Rob Standridge, R- approval by the U.S. Food and Previously, President Darcy According to a summary of Norman, reforms state law in Drug Administration (FDA) Olsen of the Goldwater Insti- the measure provided by Mor- an effort to make potentially Rep. Richard Morrissette but which may be years away tute had commented, “Ameri- Sen. Rob Standridge rissette, under “Right to Try,” life-saving medications more from actually getting onto cans shouldn’t have to ask the a terminal patient is able to ac- quickly available to terminally take 100 hours of preparation pharmacy shelves. government for permission with their doctors directly to cess an investigational medi- ill Oklahomans. time. Then, the manufacturer Oklahoma joins the clus- to try to save their own lives. decide what potentially life- cine if: Rep. Morrissette said in a of a promising drug must also ter of states which have en- They should be able to work saving treatments they are continued on page 4 statement sent to The City Sen- submit lengthy reports. Only tinel, “This is a day of hope. But about 1,000 people make it sadly, since we began investi- through the process.” gating the clinical trial process According to a summary Sentinel Elected Officials Guide in preparation for bringing this Morrissette circulated, the legislation, hundreds have lost Goldwater Institute, an Arizo- their chance for hope. na-based organization working “Only about 3 percent of pa- to bring “right-to-try” provi- tients today are even enrolled sions to all 50 states, contends in clinical trials. Those that “that if one’s physician under- aren’t must have their doc- stands that the disease a pa- tors complete a ‘compassion- tient has will ultimately kill ate use’ application that can them, but the investigational

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web site: www.morrissettelawok.com email: [email protected] facebook: www.facebook.com/richarddmorrissette Page 4 www.city-sentinel.com July, 2015 HEALTH Check us out everyday online, and on Facebook and Twitter Historic “right-to-try” legislation enacted for Oklahoma continued from page 3 for a drug to receive FDA ap- hope” for some patients. How- proval. ever, defenders of the reform • The patient has a terminal The sponsors, Standridge include influential policy an- disease and has exhausted all and Morrissette, said repeat- alysts, including Benjamin conventional treatment options; edly during the process that is Domenech of the Heartland In- • The patient’s doctor has time that terminally-ill patients stitute, an organization based in advised the use of an investi- obviously don’t have. Chicago. gational medication is the best As CapitolBeatOK reported In a May 29 analysis for medical option to extend or in May, “Under the new law, Heartland, he wrote, “State leg- save the patient’s life; manufacturers would not be re- islatures cannot overrule fed- • The medication has suc- quired to make experimental eral policies. But they can set cessfully completed basic safety treatments available to eligible up political contrasts and legal testing and is part of the FDA’s patients. Health insurance com- clashes that lead, in time, to pol- on-going approval process; panies wouldn’t be required to icy changes. Suggesting Right • The patient has provided provide coverage for such prod- to Try laws are false advertising “informed consent” acknowl- ucts either. would suggest any state policy edging the potential risk of the “A licensing board could not that puts pressure on the feder- drug; and take action against a provider al government is being advocat- • The company developing based solely on their recom- ed under false pretenses. In a Blue Room ceremony at the Oklahoma state Capitol last month, cancer patients and advocates of proton therapy, in- the medication is willing to mendations to an eligible pa- “This point of view would cluding Ricky Conley and Dr. Les Yonemoto, celebrated the signing of House Bill 1515 into law. From left across the group: make it available to the patient. tient regarding access to, or render many state legislative Emily Scott, Sen. Randy Bass, Gina Esau, Don Handy, Sen. David Holt, Rep. Marianne Cooksey, Patti Muzny, Bob Duncan, treatment with, such products. advances moot and would re- Tony Petty, Dr. Les Yonemoto, Lilli Knizley, Andrew Knizley, Mary Fallin, Johnny Montoya, Valerie Franklin, Rheann Franklin, 8, of Norman, Vicki White Rankin, Melvin Potter, Delano Colon, Ricky Conley, Vickie Weigel, and Rep. Richard Morrissette. In debate, Sen. Standridge de- “Additionally, the measure strict the actions of states to Photo by Madison Pace, for The City Sentinel. scribed the proposal as “a right would not create a private cause those things they know they to life issue that must be ad- of action against a manufactur- can control within their bor- dressed.” The new law, he said, er or against any other person ders as opposed to teeing up New law boosts chances for “[will] make promising medica- or entity involved in the care conflicts that can demonstrate tions available to those who are of an eligible patient using such state interests in a tangible way simply out of options.” products.” and force the feds and the ad- Oklahoma cancer patients to receive The Tufts Center for the Right to Try laws have been ministrative state to reconsider Study of Drug Development es- assailed in some profession- their policy stances.” Proton Therapy timates it takes 5.5 to 10.5 years al journals as leading to “false www.CapitolBeatOK.com Staff Report agnosed with cancer in his left I don’t think I would have had cheek, he received traditional the problems with swallowing, Gov. Mary Fallin has signed radiation therapy which un- and I might not have had the Rep. Morrissette seeks into law a measure that will necessarily exposed nearby second tumor at all,” said Con- help Oklahoma cancer patients healthy tissues to damaging ley. “This is why it’s so impor- Interim Study focused receive the physician-ordered radiation, causing a secondary tant for a law like this to exist – radiation treatments needed tumor. to protect other cancer patients on Oklahoma’s nutrition for their recovery and long- When he had to battle cancer in the state whose well being term health. again, he refused to get tradi- can be spared.” challenges Cancer patients and advo- tional radiation and was will- Oklahoma is now considered Staff Report jail,’ and ‘Mental health trans- cates of proton therapy, includ- ing to fight his insurance com- to be on the cutting edge of port crisis – back of police car ing Ricky Conley and Dr. Les pany for proton therapy. cancer treatment, research and State Rep. Richard Morris- not the way to take Oklaho- Yonemoto, celebrated the sign- “The first time around, the technology with one of the na- sette, D-Oklahoma City, has man’s to treatment,’ and ‘Des- ing of House Bill 1515 at a cer- treatment not only destroyed tion’s 13 proton therapy centers submitted an Interim Study re- tined for Failure – current pub- emonial bill signing held June the tumor in my jaw, but also located here and another under quest, asking for time, oppor- lic school problems can dam- 10 at the state Capitol in Okla- my salivary glands, to the point construction. tunity and resources to study age a generation’s future,’ what homa City. I couldn’t even swallow water Proponents contend this bill state priorities and efforts to has been obvious to so many of Advocates say House Bill 1515 after treatment,” said Conley. will level the playing field for combat poor nutrition among health professionals for so long will keep insurance companies “The damage is permanent, all radiation cancer treatments Oklahomans. must now – finally – resonate Rep. Richard morrissette from holding proton therapy and I had to learn how to eat in Oklahoma and help Oklaho- In a press release sent to The with our policymakers.” dren. to a higher standard of testing and drink all over again. ma cancer patients receive the City Sentinel, the veteran legis- Rep. Morrissette supports He contends the state is at than other forms of radiation When they found the sec- doctor-recommended cancer lator said, “With headlines this “front end” prevention efforts a breaking point, “set to self- and help Oklahoma cancer pa- ond tumor in my jaw, I knew I treatments they need. month alone announcing, ‘In- to improve nutrition access for destruct, for continuing with tients receive the doctor-rec- couldn’t go through that again.” In sum, advocates of the new mate medical costs handcuff Oklahoma’s infants and chil- continued on page 9 ommended treatments they Conley’s physician recom- law say Proton therapy is an al- need. mended he undergo proton ternative to traditional radia- In final consideration, H.B. therapy radiation for a higher tion therapy that more precise- 1515 by Sen. Ron Sharp, R-Shaw- quality of life during and after ly targets tumors and spares nee and Rep. Marian Cooksey, treatment. the surrounding healthy tissue R-Edmond, was approved over- “Proton therapy is an ideal from unnecessary radiation ex- whelmingly -- by a 36-9 vote type of radiation treatment for posure. in the Senate, 36-9, and unani- patients like Ricky who have Approved by the Food and mously in the House, 97-0. cancerous tissues near other Drug Administration in 1988, With the signing of this bill, critical structures, like salivary proton therapy is equally as ef- advocates assert, Oklahoma glands and the esophagus in fective in destroying tumors cancer patients will be able to his case,” said Dr. Les Yonemo- as traditional x-ray treatment, focus on their battle with can- to, radiation oncologist. “We its advocates (including many cer, rather than spending ener- are able to precisely target the physicians) contend. gy fighting insurance coverage protons to attack the cancerous They also believe the pre- denials because proton therapy tissues while sparing the sur- cision means fewer short and is held to a higher standard of rounding healthy tissue from long-term side effects for pa- testing than other forms of ra- radiation and lowering the risk tients. diation therapy. of short- and long-term side ef- “It’s not right for cancer pa- “We are so grateful to our fects.” tients to have to fight for the state’s legislators for recogniz- Unlike traditional radiation, treatment that is the best op- ing that this problem affects the proton therapy allowed tion for their specific case, es- thousands of Oklahomans and Conley to swallow and eat nor- pecially when their doctor rec- for taking action so other can- mally throughout treatment, as ommends the treatment for cer patients like me can get in- well as continue working every them – and I sincerely thank surance coverage for the ra- day. Gov. Fallin and our other elect- diation treatment they need “Having been through both ed officials for supporting this to survive and live well,” said traditional radiation and pro- bill,” said Conley. Ricky Conley, 59-year-old head ton therapy, I can say that pro- and neck cancer survivor from ton therapy causes fewer prob- NOTE: Editor Pat McGuigan Edmond. lems for the patient. If I had contributed to this report. When Conley was first di- proton therapy the first time, www.CapitolBeatOK.com Page 5 www.city-sentinel.com July, 2015 PRIDE Check us out everyday online, and on Facebook and Twitter Joyful Oklahoma gay OKC Pride Week “Together, Equal, Proud” rights advocates applaud High Court’s controversial marriage decision continued from page 1 go, but hatred lost and love won the day. In 1989, we couldn’t for everyone, and as long as our quite see how the dance would trans sisters and brothers are de- end. The chair of my academic Ryan Kiesel, Executive Director of the nied dignity under the law; as department at UCO said that I ACLU Oklahoma speaks to the crowd long as our youth are legally sub- didn’t deserve the Outstanding during the marriage equality decision jected to the abuse of so-called Research faculty award and that day gathering at the Freedom Okla- homa center in Oklahoma City on June ‘conversion therapy;’ as long as he was ‘uncomfortable’ with my 26. Photo by James Nimmo. being queer means you can be research on human rights. fired from your job or thrown “Now we know, it ended with decision on “marriage equality. out of your home - right here in a standing ovation for the ma- It is my hope that with the rul- Oklahoma - we will continue to jority of the SCOTUS, love, ing Oklahomans will use it as an Attended by over 30,000 spectators, Grand Marshall for the 2015 OKC Pride and Other Options Executive Director Parade fight every day – for all Oklaho- and equality. We still need to opportunity for unity and not for Mary Arbuckle rides with Other Options Board President Robert Painter (left) and Board Member David Rackley. Photo by mans!” work on creating a more perfect divisive political conjecture. Ginger Miller. Nathaniel Batchelder of Okla- union. The country took a giant “Real leadership is finding a homa City’s Peace House told step forward to fulfill its prom- way to unite people regardless The City Sentinel newspaper, ise to afford ‘liberty and justice of whether one disagrees with “For forty years I’ve said sexual for all.’” some parts of another’s lifestyle. orientation is just a character- Oklahoma state Democrat- At the end of the day we are all istic, like left-handedness, and ic Party Chair Mark Hammons Oklahomans. Our strength is in everyone will come around one commented: our togetherness not our separ- day. It seems as though they fi- “This morning, the Republi- ateness.” nally are.” can-led Supreme Court has de- His colleague, Emily Virgin Tom Guild, emeritus profes- cided, once and for all, that mar- of Norman, hailed the outcome sor at the University of Central riage equality is a legal right to because “same-sex couples will Oklahoma (UCO) in Edmond, all citizens. In a historic deci- finally be treated as equal un- offered a personal testimony on sion, written by a Republican der the law and now have the the impact of the ruling. In com- justice, we can no longer deny constitutional right to marry ments provided to this reporter, that all citizens shall be afford- the person they love. My hope Guild said, “When Dr. Joan Lux- ed equal rights under the law. is that now the Legislature will enburg and I presented our re- Many Oklahomans have waited move beyond this settled issue This year to close out OKC Pride Week, the Central Oklahoma Two-Spirit Soci- ety made a grand entry leading the Pride Parade. Participants included Sarah search entitled, ‘20 Years After decades for this day to come and and focus on adequately fund- Adams Cornell and her two daughters Bella (left) and Gabby from the Choctaw Stonewall: Legal and Political many believed it would not hap- ing education, extending health Nation. Photo by Darls Shelden. Closing out OKC Pride week was the Movement in Gay Rights,’ at the pen in their lifetime. care to more Oklahomans, on ever-popular Pride Parade, held on Society for the Study of Social “The Oklahoma Democratic criminal justice reform, on help- Sunday, June 21 It included floats, Problems Annual Meeting in Party believes that marriage is ing our cash-strapped coun- walking groups, vehicles and individu- 1989, it was literally a pipedream an important sacred union. We ties cope with the damage they als representing the diversity and full to envision a day that Marriage view marriage as a matter of sustained during the torrential spectrum of the community. Photo by Darla Shelden. Equality would be the law of the faith and personal commitment rains in April and May, our des- land in all 50 states. and conscience. It is important perate needs in the area of men- “The opportunity to use ha- to focus now on the economic tal health, and the myriad other tred and invective against GLBT challenges that face Oklahoma critical issues facing Oklahoma.” people for political advantage is families.” By Friday evening, those sup- gradually ending. I’m so pleased Two members of the Okla- porting the decision, written by Riding in a float representing The Okla- that the SCOTUS came down on homa House of Representatives Justice Anthony Kennedy, were homa City Peace House are Randy the side of equality, equal protec- joined the chorus of praise. State celebrating at large gatherings Smith (left) and Nathaniel Batchelder, tion, due process, and fair treat- Rep. Jason Dunnington, D-Okla- in Oklahoma City and Tulsa. the organization’s director. Photo by ment. There are still miles to homa City, said he applauded the www.CapitolBeatOK.com John Walters. Page 6 www.city-sentinel.com July, 2015 BUSINESS/EDUCATION Check us out everyday online, and on Facebook and Twitter OCU Creative Writing Program Hosts Your house A to Z We are known for being the most thorough Summer Readings commercial & residential Staff Report building inspectors. 405.412.7861 Jack L. Werner, Ph.D. - Lic. #255 The faculty and visiting in- structors of Oklahoma City University’s Red Earth Cre- Trust Fund Babies Need Not Attend! ative Writing MFA program will present two readings and By Jack L. Werner, Ph.D. make millions for the “Av- erty spotter/finder. a storytelling event in July. All A to Z Inspections erage Jill and Joe.” To date, First-time attendance at three events are free to the her company, Live Out Loud, MP is free and free dinner public. 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Mish, will be available after is the Thomas Stockham Baker visit the web page at okcu.edu/ the reading for discussions and University Professor of English English/redearthmfa. Faith leaders in public office OSU-OKC EMS students experience competitive lead chorus of prayers after FEMA training Charleston killings Staff Report Patrick B. McGuigan Rev. Clementia Pickney, a min- The threats faced by the na- Editor ister of the Gospel killed dur- tion’s emergency responders ing the Bible Study at Emanu- are diverse, deadly and com- U.S. Sen. James Lankford, R- el African Methodist Episcopal plex. There is growing con- Oklahoma, joined his colleague Church in Charleston. cern that chemical, biologi- Tim Scott, R-South Carolina, In Washington, D.C., Sen. cal, explosive, radiological or in a U.S. Capitol prayer ser- Scott organized a prayer vigil other hazardous materials will vice held Thursday, June 18 to on the steps of the U.S. Capi- become terrorists’ weapons of mourn for the nine people mur- tol at which Lankford prayed choice, according to Homeland dered at a church in South Car- along with U.S. Sens. Joe Man- Security’s Center for Domestic olina. chin, D-West Virginia, Cory State Rep. George Young Preparedness (CDP). In a statement, State Rep. Booker, D-New Jersey, Joni Georgia, and Delegate Eleanor Oklahoma State University- George Young, D-Oklahoma Ernst, R-Iowa, and Charles H. Norton, D-D.C.. Mass casualty incident in the Intermediate Hands-On Training for CBRNE Inci- Oklahoma City’s (OSU-OKC) dents at the Center for Domestic Preparedness. City, who was in the nation’s Schumer, D-New Jersey, as well State Rep. Young, who rep- Emergency Medical Services capitol for a meeting, praised as U.S. Rep. John Lewis, D- resents much of east Oklahoma prevent, respond to, and recov- that allowed them to perform (EMS) students recently com- City in the state Legislature, er from real-world incidents in- multiple practical exercises pleted training offered by the said in his statement: “Pres- volving acts of terrorism and that include toxic agent opera- CDP in Anniston, Ala. Students other hazardous materials. tions within the specialized continued on page 7 were trained how to effectively “OSU-OKC’s graduating Chemical, Ordnance, Biologi- paramedic students received cal, Radiological Training Fa- some of the best training for cility. mass casualty and hazardous “The benefit of the train- material incidents available in ing the CDP offers is that it’s the world,” said Justin Hunt- incredibly realistic,” said Lisa er, OSU-OKC EMS instruc- Hunter, tor. “This training prepared CDP external affairs direc- our students to enter the pub- tor. “The CDP strives to keep lic safety workplace with the curriculum current so that skills and knowledge neces- it reflects the hazards and sary to respond to any num- threats emergency responders ber of chemical, biological, ra- face when they respond to an diological, nuclear or explosive incident or accident.” (CBRNE) incidents.” The CDP is operated by the The training, called Pro- United States Department of gram Y, consisted of a four- Homeland Security’s Federal day Emergency Medical Op- Emergency Management Agen- erations for CBRNE Incidents cy (FEMA) and is the only fed- course that prepares respond- erally-chartered Weapons of ers to effectively respond to a Mass Destruction training fa- CBRNE or Mass Casualty In- cility in the nation. cident. Students then complet- For more information on ed the Intermediate Hands-On OSU-OKC’s EMS program, vis- Training for CBRNE Incidents it osuokc.edu/ems. Fall 2015 en- Faith Directory rollment is currently open.

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ently, I am in our Nation’s Cap- itol, meeting with state legis- lators from across the country discussing Medicaid Policy. We have all joined in a moment of silence recognizing the tragedy that occurred in South Carolina. “I am made aware of the many times over a 30-year ca- reer as a pastor that on Wednes- day nights, I have led prayer ser- vice and Bible study and so the Oklahoma U.S. Sen. James Lankford leads a prayer at the U.S. Capitol the morn- events of last night strikes home ing after the murders of nine people at a Baptist Church in Charleston, South Carolina. Photo provided. Chai, one of the two new Asian Elephants from the Woodland Park Zoo in Seattle, soaks up the rain at her new home at the in a special way. I am praying OKC Zoo. Photos by Gillian Lang. for the families of my fellow ture says God is near to the bro- hope for swift justice for Pas- Pastor and Legislator and those ken-hearted, and that would tor Pinckney’s congregation and who were murdered. match South Carolina and all of the people of Charleston. OKC Zoo welcomes arrival of two new “I pray for the one who com- us today. … “Today’s prayer circle at Mor- mitted this act and his family. “Father, our nation is needy ris Brown AME Church will Asian Elephants We need a nationwide discus- of you. Our families are broken help our community begin to sion on issues of violence in our and people are just angry. God, come to terms with what has continued from page 1 country.” I pray that you would allow us happened, and start the healing Several dozen members of the as believers in you to be able to process. While we unfortunate- to monitor the animals in real U.S. Congress and their staff speak peace to places that need ly know that hate enters some time. members attended the vigil Sen. peace; that you would sweep people’s hearts, I also know this: Upon arrival, Dr. Jennifer Scott organized. righteousness into places that we can and will work every sin- D’Agostino, Oklahoma City In an opening prayer, U.S. desperately need it. … gle day to replace hate with love, Zoo Director of Veterinary Ser- Senate Chaplain Barry C. Black “God, heal us as a nation. We pain with kindness, and hostil- vices said, “Both Bamboo and reflected, “A church should be need your help.” ity with good will.” Chai looked great. They im- one of the safest places on the IJR reported the diverse In other news, the state mediately interacted with the planet and people assembled to crowd said the Lord’s Prayer Democratic party offered the Woodland Park Zoo staff, ate lift their hearts in prayer and aloud at the vigil’s end. Soon Oklahoma chapter of the Na- snacks including watermelon, hear the word of God; they were thereafter, Sen. Scott left for his tional Association for the Ad- cantaloupe, raisins and hay, en- brutally murdered in the house home state. vancement of Colored People joyed sand baths and explored of God. From his office in South Car- (NAACP) “any support we can their surroundings.” “Our hearts ache for the fam- olina, Sen. Scott issued a state- provide.” In addition to his min- As conditions became suit- One of the two new additions to the OKC Zoo is Asian Elephant Bamboo from ilies of the victims; our hearts ment, saying: isterial work, Pickney was a able, the new elephants could Woodland Park Zoo in Seattle. ache for the citizens of Charles- “The horror that occurred member of the South Carolina be seen outside in a separate ton, S.C.; our hearts ache for our at Mother Emanuel … has tru- legislature. elephant yard viewable to Zoo caliber elephant keeper and nation; and we pray and ask that ly devastated our community. Anthony Douglas, President guests. veterinary staff, a restricted God will somehow use us to end Emanuel AME means so much of the NAACP Oklahoma State During the 30 day quaran- contact elephant management the insanity of violence that we to so many, and we stand by Conference said in a statement tine, a standard procedure system and an established his- see.” them today as they mourn the he was “mindful of the effects for new animal arrivals at the tory of stable finances and Pastor Otis Gordon of Life loss of their leader and broth- a similar hate crime had on the Zoo, the new elephants were leadership. Changers International Min- ers and sisters in Christ. Pas- people of Tulsa in 2012. We have in close proximity to the zoo’s These recent additions bring istry, Sen. Scott’s cousin, also tor Pinckney was a good man, been through this pain before existing elephant herd but with the OKC Zoo’s Asian elephant prayed at the U.S. Capitol gath- an honest man and a wonderful and can now use our strength only visual, auditory and olfac- herd to seven. Bamboo and ering, according to a report representative for his congrega- and experience from that time tory contact. Chai join female Asha, 20; fe- from IJR (Independent Journal- tion. to help others come through Laura Bottaro, OKC Zoo ani- male Chandra, 18, the sister ism Review). “As reports come to light that this harrowing event now.” mal curator said, “Bamboo and of Asha; female Malee, 4, the Lankford prayed, “The Scrip- a suspect is held in custody, I www.CapitolBeatOK.com Chai are settling in their new dent and CEO Dr. Deborah Jen- daughter of Asha; female Acha- habitat, now that they have sen said, “Oklahoma City Zoo ra, 5 months, the daughter of completed a standard quaran- is the best choice and meets Asha and the Zoo’s sole male, tine period. Introductions have our requirements to provide Rex, 47. begun with the other female the best social welfare in a “Adding Bamboo and Chai elephants including Chandra, healthy environment for Bam- will help round out our fami- Asha, Malee and Achara, and boo and Chai. ly. Their maturity, plus experi- bonds are forming. Bamboo “They will have an opportu- ence with a baby, will be valu- and Chai continue to thrive and nity to live and socialize with able in broadening the social enjoy exploring all the yards in more elephants and they will dynamics of our herd. We look the Elephant Habitat.” continue to receive the same forward to having these new Bamboo, 48, and Chai, 36, kind of exemplary care they re- members join our family,” said lived at WPZ for many years. ceived during their lifetime at Lawson. However, the zoo recently Woodland Park Zoo.” Asian elephants are listed phased out its on-site elephant WPZ’s criteria, based on rec- as critically endangered with program. After months of ommendations from animal an estimated 38,000 to 51,000 carefully evaluating potential welfare experts, included a so- remaining in the wild and ap- homes, WPZ leadership and cial herd of Asian elephants proximately 139 currently liv- staff selected the OKC Zoo as into which Chai and Bamboo ing in AZA-accredited facili- the best facility for the well-be- could successfully integrate, ties. ing and overall care of the ele- a state-of-the-art facility, a phants. healthy environment free of ac- To learn more, call 405-424- Woodland Park Zoo Presi- tive infectious disease, a high- 3344 or visit okczoo.com. Earthquakes in Oklahoma and Kansas draw activists to Medford By Darla Shelden City Sentinel Reporter

Last week more than 100 people converged on Medford, Oklahoma to attend the Earth- quake Fighters Feast & Film event sponsored by Sierra Club chapters of Kansas and Okla- homa. The forum addressed the science behind the rash of earthquakes occurring in the two states and focused on what citizens can do to bring atten- tion to the issue. The community of Medford Sierra Club Oklahoma Chapter Executive Director Johnson Bridgwater speaks provided drinks and OK/KS Si- with 91 year-old Ada Mae Mot, from Medford, Oklahoma during the Earthquake erra Clubs provided sandwich- Fighters Feast & Film event recently held at the Medford Event Center. Photo es, chips and desserts for the provided. event. ma. The report found the aver- “Before the last couple Although fracking has not age number of earthquakes years, I never even thought been blamed as the major cul- jumped from 21 per year from about earthquakes,” said Med- prit behind the Oklahoma- 1972–2008 to 99 earthquakes ford resident Ada Mae Mot, Kansas earthquake influx, the per year from 2009–2013. 91. “But recently I was in the disposal of the by-products Johnson Bridgwater, Sierra kitchen fixin’ a bite to eat, and generated by fracking (waste- Club OK Executive Director I was dropped to the floor by water and drilling waste flu- said, “We want Oklahoma citi- an earthquake. I swore the east ids) have been directly linked zens to have their health and side of my house was goin’ to to earthquakes. safety to be seen as the number cave in. I lay on the floor cry- The United States Geologi- one priority, not the profits of ing and shaking; just scared to cal Survey analyzed changes in the companies running the in- death.” the rate of earthquake occur- jection wells and the fracking Mot believes that the earth- rence recorded since 1970 us- operations that are producing quakes are related to the over- ing USGS databases of earth- the materials being injected all issue of fracking in Oklaho- quakes continued on page 8 Page 8 www.city-sentinel.com July, 2015 COMMUNITY Check us out everyday online, and on Facebook and Twitter Tips to keep your pets safe from heat stress/stroke this summer By Darla Shelden City Sentinel Reporter

Summer has arrived with a vengeance and Oklahomans are feeling the heat and so are their furry friends. “Pet owners who enjoy spending time outdoors in the warm weather often bring their pets along,” said Dr. Elisabeth Giedt, director of Continuing Education, Extension and Com- munity Engagement at the Cen- ter for Veterinary Health Sci- ences at Oklahoma State Uni- versity. “Just as a person takes heat Summer heat related problems for pets can be particularly problematic for brachycephalic breeds such as Pugs, English bulldogs and Persian cats. Photo The 16th Street Plaza District Association will honor Heather and Keith Paul, owners of A Good Egg Dining Group, as the precautions for themselves, by Darla Shelden. recipients of the 2015 Urban Pioneer Award, which will be presented at the Oklahoma City School of Law on June 9th. Photo they should do the same for provided. their pets,” she said. “Heat stroke, also known as hyperthermia, occurs when Plaza District Association to honor your pet severely overheats. Heat exhaustion can be even Keith and Heather Paul with Urban more dangerous for animals than it is for humans because they don’t sweat like people do. Pioneer Award “Dogs rely on panting to cool By Darla Shelden themselves. If an animal is con- City Sentinel Reporter fined to an enclosed space with poor ventilation, such as inside The 16th Street Plaza District of a car or garage, it can quickly Association has honored Keith suffer from heat stress, heat ex- and Heather Paul, owners of A haustion or heat stroke.” Good Egg Dining Group, with According to the Humane So- In the summer heat, shade is required for pets that live confined to the yard. Do the 2015 Urban Pioneer Award. ciety of the United States, on not tether a pet with a leash or rope as it can become tangled sometimes strand- The presentation luncheon was an 85-degree day, the tempera- ing the animal in the sun. Photo provided. held at the Oklahoma City Uni- ture inside a car with the win- versity School of Law. dows opened slightly, even in els in your pet’s sleeping area,” your veterinarian immediately, Presented by Fowler Volk- the shade, can reach 102 degrees Giedt said. “If your pet sleeps in as the pet may require further swagen of Norman and Okla- within 10 minutes. After 30 a dog house, wet towels are es- treatment. homa Employees Credit Union, minutes, the temperature will pecially good because the tem- According to the ASPCA, a the Urban Pioneer Award is reach 120 degrees. Pets may suf- perature inside the house can ‘summer cut’ is okay, but never given annually to individuals in fer irreversible organ damage or get quite hot.” shave your dog: The layers of In 2000, Keith and Heather Paul opened their first restaurant, Cheevers Café in the Oklahoma City community Oklahoma City on N.W. 23 and Hudson. even die. Many pet owners enjoy jog- dogs’ coats protect them from who exemplify Oklahoma’s pio- This is especially true for ging with their pets, but over overheating and sunburn. neering spirit with their leader- ing. We are having a blast do- your plate - then we have been young, old or overweight dogs exertion in hot weather can eas- “Your veterinarian is a great ship and commitment to urban ing what we love in this great good eggs, indeed.” and cats. Brachycephalic breeds ily cause them to overheat, es- source of information about revitalization. city.” This is the eleventh year for such as Pugs, English bulldogs pecially long hair breeds. Plus, keeping your pet safe during “We believe Keith and Heath- Since Cheevers Café, Keith the award. Previous honorees and Persian cats are especial- the pavement can burn the pads the summer heat,” Giedt added. er embody the true spirit of ur- and Heather’s innovative spirit include Tom McDaniel, Lou ly susceptible. of your pup’s feet. “Keep in mind your pet depends ban pioneers. This was our first has continued to revitalize the Kerr, Meg Salyer, Mike Tur- Shade is required for pets that Clinical signs a dog is suffer- on you to provide the very best year to honor small business historic commercial areas their pen, Mark Funke, Ann Simank, live confined to the yard. Do not ing from heat stress or stroke care possible.” owners, and they are a per- restaurant’s are an important Steve Mason, Bill and Bob Ross, tether a pet as the leash or rope may include body tempera- Before a summer storm fect example of entrepreneurs part of. These include Iron Star Wayne and Michelle Coyne, can become tangled sometimes ture 104 degrees Fahrenheit or strikes, create a disaster plan to who have made a profound im- BBQ at 36th and Shartel, RED Chip Fudge, and Midtown Re- stranding the animal in the sun. above, elevated heart rate, ex- keep pets safe by keeping a col- pact on our historic commer- Primesteak in Automobile Al- naissance. Outdoor animals require a cessive panting, dark or bright lar with tags and a leash handy cial neighborhoods,” said event ley, Kitchen 324 in downtown The event is the largest fun- continuous supply of cool wa- red tongue and gums, staring at all times. If possible, have chair, Aimee Ahpeatone. Oklahoma City, Tuckers Onion draiser each year for the Plaza ter in containers that cannot be and unresponsive, staggering, your dog microchipped. In 2000, Keith and Heather Burgers (three locations) and District Association. Proceeds tipped over. If possible put ice seizures, bloody diarrhea, vom- With the 4th of July just opened their first restaurant, The Drake, which is coming support ongoing neighborhood cubes or small frozen contain- iting or even in a state of col- around the corner, keep in mind Cheevers Café on N.W. 23 and soon to the Uptown 23rd Dis- revitalization efforts. ers of water in the pet’s water lapse. that many pets are disturbed by Hudson. Due to their vision trict. New this year, a special Ur- bowl each morning. Emergency treatment for the loud sounds of fireworks. and passion for historic places, With each of these endeavors ban Pioneer Award Happy Hour “Providing a shady and well- this condition includes spong- Keep your pets safe from the Cheever’s Café continues today the Paul’s saw a need for a qual- event was held at the Oak and ventilated spot for outdoor pets ing the animal’s neck and groin noise in a quiet, sheltered and to be a staple of the Oklahoma ity dining experience and chan- Ore, located in the Plaza Dis- will keep them cooler. You can area with cool water till its body escape-proof area at home. City dining experience and the neled their abilities for re-imag- trict. even place some cold, wet tow- temperature is lowered. Contact Exposure to lit fireworks now growing Uptown 23rd dis- ining historic properties. Presented by Oak and Ore can potentially result in severe trict. “We are food people...from and Anthem Brewing Company, burns and/or trauma to the face “Heather and I are so sur- the inside out,” Keith said. “A the happy hour featured behind and paws of curious pets. Even prised and thankful to be re- Good Egg Dining Group cre- the scenes stories from Keith unused fireworks can pose a ceiving The Urban Pioneer ates unique tastes and memo- and Heather Paul in a casual danger, containing potentially Award,” Keith said. “One of rable dining with every one of environment with local craft toxic substances, including po- the most important elements in our Oklahoma City restaurants. beer by Anthem Brewing Com- tassium nitrate or other heavy building our company has been That’s how we bring good food pany and light bites by the host, metals. our love of restoring old spaces to other food people just like us. Oak and Ore. Animal Welfare Superin- in the urban core of Oklahoma We also take pride and joy in For more information about tendent Julie Bank said. “Bring City. delivering true hospitality,” he the Plaza District visit plazadis- your animals inside when the “This award seems to give added. “So if you can feel that trict.org. To learn more about A temperatures become too ex- all of our projects another lev- love of food and comfort in our Good Egg Dining Group, go to One suggestion for pets during hot summer months is to put a small kiddie pool treme. If it’s too hot for you out- el of success we weren’t expect- restaurants - from our people to goodeggdining.com. in the yard and keep it filled with cool water. Photo provided. side, it’s too hot for your pets.” Earthquakes in Oklahoma and Kansas draw activists to Medford

continued from page 7 “Groundswell Rising: Protect- impacted by the rise in earth- mission’s Oil and Gas Con- water said. “They can share com.” ing Our Children’s Air and quakes. In the case of Oklaho- servation Division (OGCD) their stories with us via email To learn more visit, oklaho- into the wells.” Water,” It highlights many of ma, this equates to 16 counties last March, Tim Baker, OGCD at earthquake.action@gmail. ma.sierraclub.org. Today, fracking waste prod- the concerns surrounding the in north central region of the Director said, “While the re- ucts are being injected into fracking industry. state. sponse to directives has been underground injection wells In a live Skype session, the Bridgwater said, “We be- positive, much more remains in record volumes. film’s director, Renard Cohen lieve the Governor and our to be done. “In particular, the USGS said that he made the film “to state government have a re- The neighboring state of predicts Oklahoma will ex- show everyday people that sponsibility to bring an end to Arkansas placed a temporary perience a doubling of 3.0+ you can make a difference in these earthquake swarms as moratorium on the operation earthquakes across our state your community. It is up to quickly as possible.” He con- of injection wells last March for 2015,” Bridgwater stated. the people living in areas that tinued, “Based on the scien- when a magnitude-4.7 earth- Event speaker Dr. Todd are experiencing problems tific connection between the quake shook the area. It was Halihan, OSU Professor of to stand up, ask for change, use of injection wells and the the largest the state had expe- Hydrogeophysics stated, and then work to make that occurrence of the earthquakes rienced in 35 years. “There has been progress on change happen.” in Oklahoma, we believe a “These wells are still shut the induced seismicity issue Both Oklahoma and Kan- moratorium is the most direct down,” Bridgwater stated. on all fronts in Oklahoma, but sas Sierra Clubs are calling on and fastest way to stop them.” “We need citizens to come Over 100 people converged on Medford, Oklahoma to attend the Earthquake Fighters Feast & Film event sponsored by the Sierra Club chapters of Kansas and there is still more work to do.” their respective states to issue In a press release regard- forward and share their sto- Oklahoma. The groups are calling for a moratorium on the use of injection wells, The program includ- moratoriums on the use of in- ing directives issued by the ries about how earthquakes which they believe is connected to the increase in the number of earthquakes in ed a screening of the movie jection wells in the areas most Oklahoma Corporation Com- have affected them,” Bridg- the two states. Photo provided. Page 9 www.city-sentinel.com July, 2015 COMMUNITY Check us out everyday online, and on Facebook and Twitter Three Oklahoma cities receive Seal of Recycling Excellence By Darla Shelden “This community’s got a vi- wide in 2014, enabling munici- One® recycling program en- City Sentinel Reporter sion in the form of being en- palities and counties across the abled the City of Edmond to vironmentally sound stew- country to increase residential save approximately $172,800 in Republic Services of Oklaho- ards today for the generations recycling participation. landfill usage fees. The City ma City has recognized three to come,” said Charles Lamb, Recycling participation in of Norman and Midwest City Oklahoma municipalities with Mayor of Edmond. the communities of Edmond, last year saved approximately a Seal of Recycling Excellence “On recycling days, you see Midwest City and Norman has $98,600 and $46,800, respec- for embracing a sustainable a blue cart with a green cart steadily increased in recent tively, in fees that would have lifestyle and diverting more at most of the houses on my years, and now exceeds 70 per- otherwise been paid to dispose than 12,000 tons of material street. It’s always a great thing cent. of recycled material in an area from area landfills in 2014. when you roll out a new pro- According to the U.S. Envi- landfill. Republic Services recognized the City of Norman with its Seal of Recycling Excel- Republic presented officials gram to see the results at such ronmental Protection Agency “Republic Services is a great lence for outstanding participation in the curbside recycling program. In 2014, from Edmond, Midwest City a high level.” data, recycling participation partner with Midwest City,” 87 percent of Norman residents participated in curbside recycling. From left to and Norman with the award Republic Services collected in these communities is more said Dee Collins, Mayor of right, Norman Mayor Cindy Rosenthal, Republic Services General Manager David Higgins, Republic Services Municipal Services Manager Carrie Miller and Nor- at their respective city council and processed nearly five mil- than double the national aver- Midwest City. “Their single- man Director of Utilities Ken Komiske pose with the Seal of Recycling Excellence meetings last month. lion tons of recyclables nation- age for residential recycling stream recycling process and at the April 28 City Council meeting. Photo provided. participation. educational efforts have helped “It is inspiring to see the Midwest City residents recog- difference residents in these nize the value of recycling and communities are making by incorporating recycling into embracing sustainability, and their daily routines.” making a conscious decision Republic Services consid- to recycle,” said David Higgins, ered waste collection data as general manager of Republic well as recycling tonnage data Services. from local recycling partner, “Our customers are united Batliner Recycling, in deter- behind a common goal to re- mining which Oklahoma mu- duce overall waste and pre- nicipalities would be recog- serve the local environment, nized with the Seal of Recy- and we are proud to do our part cling Excellence. by making it effortless.” This is the first year that Re- In addition to numerous en- public Services of Oklahoma Republic Services of Oklahoma presented the City of Midwest City with the vironmental benefits, land- City has recognized area mu- company’s Seal of Recycling Excellence for high participation in their residen- fill diversion can help munici- nicipalities with the Seal of Re- tial recycling program. From left to right: Republic Services General Manager David Higgins, Republic Services Municipal Services Manager Carrie Miller, palities better manage limited cycling Excellence. Roscoe Dorsey, Operations providing effective solutions to Midwest City Mayor Dee Collins, Midwest City Environmental Services Director resources by reducing their “Republic Services has been Manager said, “Single stream make proper waste disposal ef- Bill Janacek and Midwest City Stormwater Quality Manager Paul Streets. Photo waste disposal costs. an excellent partner in growing recycling is fairly new for the fortless for their commercial, provided. Last year, Republic’s All-in- Norman’s recycling program,” Oklahoma City market. Basi- industrial, municipal, residen- said Cindy Rosenthal, Mayor cally you are allowed to put all tial and oilfield customers. of Norman. “As a city, Norman of your recycled goods in one The brand’s tagline, “We’ll is committed to recycling, one container. 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By Janet Tharpe Satisfy Your Taste Buds with Bacon Chocolate Chip Cookies Rep. Morrissette seeks Interim Study focused on Oklahoma’s nutrition “A perfect challenges meld of continued from page 4 Nutrition and its Role in Poor child populations, as well as a flavors!” Brain Development during by-the-numbers review of the short sighted, inane, ‘back end’ Pregnancy and Infancy: neu- resulting impact to community patching that bleeds the state ro-psychological problems, resources and to the state’s bud- budget dry.” poor school achievement, early get shortfall. Morrissette scoffed at those school dropout, low-skilled em- who say hunger is a “distrac- ployment, higher rates of incar- The study also would identify tion” for students. “Children ceration and adults’ poor care solutions, such as free and avail- who experience even brief pe- of their own children, thus con- able nutritious foods, the cost riods of under-nutrition “are at- tributing to the inter-genera- of not tackling food waste lo- risk of becoming at-risk learners tional transmission of poverty gistics, and processes by which – and they are not distracted, and Oklahoma’s budget short- Oklahoma schools might be- they are permanently disabled,” fall. come after-hours redistribution acon and chocolate chips in a cookie? I’ll take two he said. Adequate nutrition for preg- points for charities donating Bdozen! The sweet and salty combination of Colleen “Why can’t one of our ‘off- nant mothers and infants is fresh foods directly to parents, Sowa’s Bacon Chocolate Chip Cookies will satisfy any the-top’ state budget priorities necessary for normal brain de- now that House Bill 1418, the cookie-lovers craving. Really, how can you go wrong with be nutrition insurance for our velopment. Pregnancy and in- Josephine Meade Anti-Hunger children? fancy are important periods for Act, and joint-use legislation, chocolate AND bacon?! “I’ll tell you why: because the formation of the brain, lay- have both been passed into law See step-by-step photos of Colleen’s recipe plus generations of adults who were ing the foundation for the devel- by the Oklahoma Legislature. thousands more from home cooks nationwide at: undernourished as children are opment of cognitive, motor and Presenters at the interim leg- www.justapinch.com/baconcookie now overburdening our jails, socio-emotional skills through- islative study would include Pe- You’ll also find a meal planner, coupons and chances to mental institutions, unemploy- out childhood and adulthood. diatric Nutritionist Kimberly ment and healthcare systems; Children with restricted de- Bilger. Colleen Sowa win! Enjoy and remember, use “just a pinch”... consequently, we don’t have a velopment of these skills dur- House Speaker Jeffrey Hick- La Crosse, WI dime left for prevention,” Mor- ing early life are at risk for later man, R-Fairview, received 122 (Pop. 51,320) -Janet rissette continued. neuro-psychological problems, requests from Republican and Recently, Minnesota Rep. poor school achievement, early Democrat Representatives Kim Norton established the school dropout, low-skilled em- alike. Bacon Chocolate State Pathways to Prosperity ployment, and higher rates of Hickman says he will an- Chip Cookies Subcommittee on Hunger and incarceration and poor care of nounce soon (by July 10) which What You Need Directions Nutrition. their own children, thus con- studies he has authorized. an additional 12 min. (or The motto of committee tributing to the inter-genera- Committees will meet on BACON • Preheat oven to 350 F. until bacon is crisp). 1 pkg bacon (thick slices) members is “feed the body be- tional transmission of poverty. Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Line baking sheets with • Remove from oven and fore feeding the mind”. This study would outline the from August through Novem- 1/2 c brown sugar, lightly parchment paper. cool. Break bacon into Below is a summary/outline, physical process by which brain ber, to study the issues that are packed • In a bowl, sift together small pieces (size of the provided by Rep. Morrissette, of pathways diminish and disap- approved. COOKIE DOUGH flour, baking soda, baking chopped nuts). Set aside. his 2015 Interim Study proposal: pear as a result of even brief pe- 2 1/4 c all-purpose flour powder and salt. Set aside. • In a large bowl cream Budget Impact - Inadequate riods of under-nutrition among www.CapitolBeatOK.com 1/4 tsp salt • Put 1/2 c brown sugar in bacon grease, margarine, 1 tsp each: baking powder a medium size bowl. One butter and sugars. Add and baking soda strip at a time, put bacon eggs, vinegar and vanilla. 4 tbsp bacon drippings in the bowl and coat with Slowly add flour mixture. CHECK (cooled) brown sugar. Place the Fold in the bacon, nuts OUT OUR 4 tbsp margarine, softened bacon flat on parchment and chocolate chips. 1 stick butter, softened lined baking sheet. Repeat Refrigerate dough for 3 WEB SITE 1/2 c sugar until all are done. Any hours. www.City- 1 c brown sugar, firmly left over sugar, sprinkle • Drop 1 tbsp of dough at Sentinel.com packed over bacon. Bake for a time onto parchment 2 eggs about 12 min. Turn each paper. 1 tbsp vanilla piece of bacon over and • Bake for 10 to 15 min. 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar baste with bacon grease. until golden brown. 1 c pecans (chopped coarsely) Return to oven and bake • Allow to cool completely. 3 c dark bittersweet chocolate chips Submitted by: Colleen Sowa, LaCrosse, WI (Pop. 51,320) www.justapinch.com/baconcookie Brought to you by American Hometown Media Page 10 www.city-sentinel.com July, 2015 COMMUNITY Check us out everyday online, and on Facebook and Twitter OK-CADP Forum focuses on incarceration, death penalty Patrick B. McGuigan Editor

On Thursday, June 18, the Oklahoma Coalition to Abolish the Death Penalty (OK-CADP) hosted a forum on “Mass In- carceration and the Death Pen- alty,” at the First Unitarian Church in Oklahoma City. Presented by Restoring Jus- tice Oklahoma (RJO), the event kicked off the coalition’s cam- paign to defeat State Ques- tion 776. RJO leaders describe the group as working to ad- Starting a campaign to defeat the 2016 November ballot State Question 776 (a dress criminal justice reform legislatively-referred constitutional amendment regarding the death penalty), through citizen awareness and the Oklahoma Coalition to Abolish the Death Penalty (OK-CADP) hosted a forum A variety of educational classes and events for participants of all ages are available this summer at the Oklahoma History action. presented by Restoring Justice Oklahoma (RJO) in June. Speakers included (from Center, 800 Nazih Zuhdi Dr., in Oklahoma City. Photos provided. Co-organizer Jonathan Mar- left) RJO co-organizers Rev. Zachary Gleason and Dr. Britney Hopkins, OK-CADP shall opened by recalling the chair Connie Johnson and RJO co-organizer Jonathan Marshall. Photo by Darla Shelden. infamous lynching, in 1911, of Oklahoma History Center offers an African American mother, ty. “In order to start fixing the tive. Laura Nelson, and her 13-year- problem, we must first educate S.Q. 776 would forbid, in summer educational classes and old son Lawrence in Okemah. ourselves,” she said. state law, the death penalty A local sheriff was inves- “The death penalty is fis- from being construed as “the tigating a livestock theft, and cally irresponsible, Studies infliction of cruel or unusual events Laura’s husband Austin Nelson vary, but it costs anywhere punishments.” However, the By Darla Shelden was a suspect. from two to ten times more to impact of such an amendment City Sentinel Reporter The sheriff was shot and execute someone than it does might be uncertain in light of a the mother and the son were to put them in prison for life. present review of Oklahoma’s A variety of educational charged with murder and were Add to that, the fact that ex- capital punishment protocols classes and events for all ages later lynched by town mem- ecution does not deter crime. at the U.S. Supreme Court. are available this summer at bers. The event was immortal- These are important facts in Rev. Zachary Gleason, RJO the Oklahoma History Center, ized when photos of the two the death penalty debate.” co-organizer and pastor at Joy 800 Nazih Zuhdi Dr., in Okla- bodies hanging from the North OK-CADP chair Connie Mennonite Church in Oklaho- homa City. Canadian River bridge were Johnson said, “The relation- ma City, talked at the forum Every Wednesday in July sold as postcards. ship between these two issues about the “Biblical View of the from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m., OHC Marshall contended the no- from an economic perspec- Death Penalty.” He said, “Pas- will host the always popular toriety of the event was not un- tive alone demands that we do sages such as those from Ro- series, Okietales. Each story like Oklahoma’s status today more to educate citizens. mans 13 and 1 Peter 2 are writ- features a different aspect of regarding capital punishment. “OK CADP is privileged to ten to console and advise peo- Oklahoma’s history. Admission Mass incarceration is a ma- host and is grateful to Restor- ple living under the threat of is $2 for each child and includes jor social crisis and one of the ing Justice Oklahoma for pre- the death penalty. They teach museum admission following In 2014 Elizabeth Ellis, also known as “the Divine Miss E” performed at the Annual biggest problems facing the senting this first in our series victimized people how to re- Oklahoma City Storytelling Festival at the Oklahoma History Center, which will the program. Lunch is available take place this year Aug. 27 - 29. United States, in the view of of many activities designed to spond to the reality of capital for purchase in the café. This many analysts, including spon- increase education and aware- punishment; they do not sanc- program is designed for chil- mark using the diagonal weave (Thursday, Friday, and Satur- sors of the RJO event. ness in the coming year in sup- tion such violence. dren ages 5 - 9. in the colors you choose. Class day), a family matinee on Sat- The federal Bureau of Jus- port of OK-CADP’s campaign “We abuse the Bible if we OHC will present its second participants will work one on urday, and professional work- tice Statistics 2013 report to defeat State Question 776, distort it into a statement of History Pioneers Junior Cura- one with assistants to complete shops (Friday and Saturday). showed more than one out of constitutionalizing death in support for the killing of Jesus tor Camp from Monday, July 6 the project. The cost is $50 and For more information and tick- every 100 Americans is behind Oklahoma.” and his apostles,” Gleason con- through Friday, July 10 at 2 p.m. includes supplies, lunch, and ets visit artscouncilokc.com. bars. Oklahoma’s overall incar- Johnson, a former Democrat- tinued. “When the Bible char- Attendees will create their own a tour of the History Center’s Check the website for schedule ceration rate ranks fourth in ic state Senator, also thanked acterizes authorities as wrath- exhibit to display at the Histo- American Indian exhibit. The updates and workshop descrip- the United States and it has the First Unitarian for use of their ful and overbearing, it be- ry Center. Students aged eight age limit is 12 and above and tions at artscouncilokc.com/ highest rate of female incarcer- facility and for what she de- comes clear that they are not to twelve will learn how to class size is limited to 12 peo- content/oklahoma-city-story- ation per capita. scribed as leadership in the models for Christian behavior.” handle artifacts, write labels, ple. telling-festival RJO co-organizer Dr. Brit- area of social and criminal jus- More than three dozen peo- do research, make mounts, and The Advanced Basket Weav- On Tuesday, Sept. 1, join the ney Hopkins reported that, tice reform in Oklahoma. ple attended. Organizers called present an exhibit. Cost is $100. ing Class, led by instructor OHC and other metro muse- “The United States has less S.Q. 776, regarding the Death upon supporters to help edu- Registration is required and Marcia Balleweg, will show ums at the Back-to-School Bash than 5 percent of the world’s Penalty, will be on the Novem- cate Oklahoma voters before limited to 20 students. students how to create a Ber- at the National Cowboy and population, but has 25 percent ber 8, 2016 statewide ballot. the November 2016 election On Thursday, July 16, the Na- nies Braided Bun basket on Western Heritage Museum, of the world’s prisoners. The The measure, if approved, that capital punishment is a vi- tional History Day (NHD) Boot Aug. 15, from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. 1700 N.E. 63 St., from 6 - 9 p.m. question is why? The War on would provide state constitu- olation of human rights, racial- Camp is free for teachers from Students 18 and over will ex- Celebrate the beginning of the Drugs, economics, race, and tional language declaring that ly biased, not a deterrent and a 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Following the plore baskets in the museum’s new school year focusing on all harsh sentencing all play cru- all “statutes of this state re- waste of limited resources. 2015-2016 theme, “Leadership collection. Cost is $75 and the museum has to offer teach- cial roles.” quiring, authorizing, imposing & Legacy in History,” partici- lunch is provide. Class size is ers and their families. Hopkins challenged what or relating to the death penal- For more information about pants will learn the primary limited to 12 students. Registra- Staff will be on hand to an- she termed “misconceptions” ty are in full force and effect,” OK-CADP’s and RJO’s work, sources available in the area, tion is required. swer questions about field that surround both mass incar- subject to changes in state stat- visit okcadp.org or facebook. how to conduct research, and The Arts Council of Okla- trips, trunks, and special ceration and the death penal- ute by the legislature or initia- com/restoringjusticeok. the different types of projects homa City will present its events. OHC trunks will be on available. 2015 Storytelling Festival from display for hands-on interac- Oklahoma NHD staff will Thursday through Saturday, tion and many of the living his- EPA awards Rose State College $200,000 grant for provide correlations for Okla- Aug. 27 - 29 celebrating the tory characters will be avail- homa Assessment Standards art of storytelling. For over 30 able as well. Door prizes will wastewater and water treatment systems training for the Social Studies. Lunch is years, the Arts Council has be awarded throughout the By Darla Shelden provided and space is limited produced this highly popular night, to those with teacher City Sentinel Reporter to 40 people. event. identification. Registration is On Saturday, July 18, OHC This year’s storytellers in- not required. The U.S. Environmental presents the art of Southeast- clude Syd Lieberman, Char- Protection Agency (EPA) an- ern Fingerweaving from 10 lotte Blake-Alston, Jim Mays, For more information or to nounced Rose State College a.m. - 4 p.m. Learn the history and Megan Wells. The event register for these and other will receive its second grant for of Southeastern American In- includes three evening per- events, call 405-522-3602 or vis- workforce development and job dian people by creating a book- formances for adult audiences it okhistory.org. training. The federal grant provides $200,000 to the college to train Oklahoma History Center presents 80 unemployed or underem- ployed people (including veter- An Environmental Protection Agency federal grant will provide $200,000 to Rose ans) to work at public wastewa- State College to train 80 unemployed or underemployed people (including veter- “Black Towns Then & Now” panel ans) to work at public wastewater and water treatment systems. Photo provided. ter and water treatment systems. discussion The highly prized grant re- efits,” said Clark. “It will also year grant in 2013 to train stu- quired a lengthy application and train returning veterans for new dents and place graduates in en- By Darla Shelden submission process. careers.” vironmental jobs. City Sentinel Reporter “Rose State has advanced it- Clark said that the grant pro- By this fall, 100 students will self to be the best in the state and vides four weeks of instruction have been educated at Rose State The Oklahoma History Cen- region in training people to work and will culminate with five cer- in the wastewater and water ter recently hosted a panel in this field,” stated Dr. Jeanie tifications for each graduate in treatment systems training pro- discussion in Oklahoma City Webb, President of Rose State the following categories: Okla- gram. The new grant begins the called, “Black Towns Then ... College. homa D Water and D Wastewater fall of 2015 and runs to October Black Towns Now,” sponsored “We are proud to provide this Operator, Oklahoma C Wastewa- 2018. by the Coltrane Group. The valuable training and assist peo- ter Lab Operator, OSHA 40 hour The Rose State College Envi- free event offered Oklahomans ple in getting jobs here in Okla- HAZWOPER, OSHA 8 hour ronmental Training Center was an opportunity to learn about homa.” Confined Space Entry, established in 1975 by Guberna- the history of the state’s All- Rose State College’s Environ- “The curriculum is designed torial appointment to provide Black Towns. mental Coordinator, Bill Clark, so students can receive basic cer- environmental training for the The moderator for the eve- states that wastewater and water tifications and licenses and meet state of Oklahoma. ning was Oklahoma State Rep- treatment operator positions are all of Oklahoma’s state require- The center offers a broad resentative George Young. among the fastest growing occu- ments for the job,” he added. range of affordable environmen- The evening included the pations in the U.S. In Oklahoma, “These certifications provide tal training, safety, water and public’s last chance to view these positions pay anywhere the graduate with valuable cre- wastewater certificate classes. the Coltrane Group’s exhibi- between $12 and $24 an hour. dentials required by many em- Rose State is a community tion, “Colored Memories: His- “This grant will help reduce ployers throughout the state and college offering more than 60 toric Colorized Photos of Life the critical shortage of wastewa- nation,” Clark said. degrees and skilled occupation- in ‘The Crown Jewel.’ The dis- Recently the Oklahoma History Center hosted an event,“Black Towns Then ... ter and water treatment system One of 19 recipients to be al programs. The campus is lo- play comprised 25 digitally col- Black Towns Now,” sponsored by the Coltrane Group. It featured the exhibit operators and provide good pay- awarded the EPA grant for En- cated just seven minutes from orized photographs, circa 1920- “Colored Memories: Historic Colorized Photos of Life in ‘The Crown Jewel,’ which ing jobs to people who are un- vironmental Workforce Devel- downtown Oklahoma City. 30, from Boley, Oklahoma, con- included a photograph of he Farmers and Merchants Bank, opened in 1906 in Boley, OK by businessman D. J. Turner who became its President and the town’s employed or are struggling with opment and Job Training, Rose For more information, call continued on page 11 Mayor. Photo provided. low paying jobs without ben- State received the same three- 405-733-7372 or visit rose.edu. Page 11 www.city-sentinel.com July, 2015 COMMUNITY Check us out everyday online, and on Facebook and Twitter The American Pigeon Museum celebrates 1st anniversary with events honoring US Army Signal Corps By Darla Shelden N.E. 63 St. in Oklahoma City. WWII. the Army’s worldwide pigeon museum devoted to the 5,000 City Sentinel Reporter The world’s first public mu- Lorrie Monteiro, APM cura- breeding and training program. year history of humans raising seum dedicated to domestic pi- tor, has worked with the Cen- Under his command, U.S. pigeons. The American Pigeon Mu- geons held their Kick-Off Sum- ter of Military History in se- Army Pigeon Service consisted This event also highlighted seum and Library (APM) cel- mer event on Friday and Satur- curing the loan of one of these of 3,150 soldiers and 54,000 war several new art exhibits in the ebrated a successful first an- day, June 19 and 20. preserved pigeon heroes from pigeons. museum including the niversary with new displays The weekend highlighted pi- WWI. After the war, Meyer partici- Bowditch+Zeltner exhibit, honoring the US Army Signal geon fancier and scientist Ma- “These birds that flew in pated as a consultant and tech- which features quotes and il- Corps that highlights the pi- jor Otto Meyer and featured the WWI and WWII saved many nical adviser on many scientif- lustrations by Fiona Bowditch geoneers of the Pigeon Service. daring feats of America’s pi- lives due to their strength, in- ic studies conducted by world (London, UK) & Daniel.Zeltner The museum is located at 2300 geons that served in WWI and telligence, and feats of valor,” renowned universities, includ- (Basel, CH). said Monteiro. “We are hon- ing: Penn State, Duke, Cor- One special display featured The American Pigeon Museum is lo- cated at 2300 N.E. 63 St. in Oklahoma ored to be able to bring this to nell, Harvard, Cambridge, Mid- works by Millard Sheets. Dur- City. the American public, courtesy dlebury College and the Max ing World War II he was an of the Center of Military His- Plank Institute in Germany. artist-correspondent for Life discussion and book signing tory.” He was a prolific writer and magazine and the United States by artist and author Lucien van “This celebration included speaker giving over 1,500 lec- Air Force working in India and Oosten. new art on display, food trucks tures and authoring many ar- Burma. “This event was about cele- to enjoy and more,” she added. ticles on the feathered sport. “Thanks to a great supporter brating our one year anniversa- Meyer started racing pi- In addition, he was also a long of the museum, a few limited ry but more importantly it paid geons in 1922 and continued his time member of the American edition prints by Millard Sheets tribute to the 155th anniversa- winning adventures until the Trenton Breeders Association. were on display,” Monteiro ry of the US Army Signal Corp 1980s. Commissioned into mili- Meyer’s scientific research said. “Mr. Sheets was part of and the hero men and pigeons tary service in 1940, he quickly on the subject of “Feather a small group of painters who who served,” said Monteiro. rose in rank and responsibility Reading” covers a period of developed a new style of water- Additional opening cere- to become the Commander of over 50 years. In 1978, The color painting in the 1930’s and mony events included a White the U.S. Army Pigeon Service, Pocket Racing Pigeon, a mag- 40’s. It became known as the pigeon release, live fancy pi- during WWII. azine edited by Bob Popkin, California Regionlist School geons, and a variety of activi- In 1943, the Army Pigeon published “Feather Reading” in A photography exhibit of ties for children. Service agency was activat- its entirety in the 17-page book- city pigeons from around the For more information about The American Pigeon Museum and Library celebrated its first anniversary with new displays honoring the US Army Signal Corps, highlighting the pigeoneers of ed, and Meyer, with the rank let. world was available by Michael the museum, visit theameri- the Pigeon Service. Photo provided. of Major, was put in charge of The APM is the nation’s only Middleton. There was also a canpigeonmuseum.org. Oklahoma History Center presents “Black Towns Then & Now” panel discussion

continued from page 10 ern their own communities like debt of gratitude. rise of the All-Black Towns in Canadian Colored, Chase, Fer- The Oklahoma History Cen- they did in Oklahoma,” O’Dell “Oklahoma’s all-black towns, the 19th century and their his- guson, Goibson Station, Liber- ter is a division of the Oklaho- sidered the “crown jewel” of said. some still viable, others long tory. The panelists also talk- ty, Marshall Town, North Fork, ma Historical Society (OHS), All-Black Towns. Panelists included a mixture gone, represent a significant as- ed about the opportunities and Wellston Colony and Wybark. whose mission is to collect, “This event was a great op- of All-Black Town government pect of the African-American challenges that these towns The Coltrane Group/Histo- preserve and share the history portunity to hear about the representatives and scholars in- struggle for freedom, justice, face. ry in Progress was founded by and culture of the state of Okla- unique development of black cluding authors Hannibal John- and equality,” Johnson added. The panelists also shared Chief Executive Officer André homa. towns from the scholarly per- son, Dr. Linda Reese, Dr. Har- “This rich history should be why these villages lost popula- L. Head and his wife, Chief Op- Founded in 1893 by members spective and also get to hear old Aldridge and Judge Henri- resurrected, reclaimed, and re- tion during the mid-20th centu- erating Officer Jessilyn Hall- of the Territorial Press Asso- from people that live and work etta Hicks. membered.” ry and what is happening in the Head. Their goal is to pre- ciation, the OHS maintains 31 in these communities today,” “Oklahoma’s pioneering Participating civic leaders towns today. serve the heritage and legacy of museums, historic sites and af- said Larry O’Dell, Director of black forefathers and foremoth- included Grayson Mayor Leon The list of historic All-Black Oklahoma’s historic All-Black filiates across the state. Special Project/Development ers planted the trees under Anderson, Langston Trustee Towns of Oklahoma include Tow ns. To learn more about the at OHC. whose shade we now sit,” said Alonzo Peterson, Rentiesville Boley, Clearview, Grayson, Head also has produced and “Colored Memories” exhibit “Nowhere else, neither in the Johnson. “The value of their Mayor Mildred Burkhalter, Taft Langston, Lincoln, Redbird, directed a series of documen- and the Coltrane Group, con- Deep South nor in the Far West, legacy to us—the likes of Bol- “Citizens for Progress” Chair Rentiesville, Taft, Tatums, Tul- taries on the All-Black Towns tact 405-568-7700 or andreh@ did so many African American ey, Clearview, Langston, Taft, Dr. Sam Craig, and Tullahasse lahassee, Bernon and Wewoka. of Oklahoma, another project thecoltranegroup.org. For more men and women come togeth- and Tullahassee—is inestima- Mayor Keisha Gaines-Currin. All-Black Towns no longer in about which they are extremely information, call 405-522-0765 er to create, occupy, and gov- ble. We owe them a tremendous The speakers discussed the existence are Baily, Bookertee, passionate. or visit okhistory.org. Page 12 www.city-sentinel.com July, 2015 ENTERTAINMENT Check us out everyday online, and on Facebook and Twitter ‘How to Dance’ while ‘In Search of Will Rogers’ – Graceful documentaries among the highlights at 2015 deadCENTER By Patrick B. McGuigan ers.” Editor A model of efficiency at just 61 minutes in length, They were not award win- this documentary can serve ners, but two outstanding ex- both as an introduction to the amples of uplifting cinema greatest Oklahoman ever, the were among the diverse and Cherokee savant who is still Alexandra Shiva directed “How to Dance in Ohio” – one of the films fea- enjoyable motion pictures at our favorite son 80 year after tured at the 2015 deadCENTER Film the 2015 deadCENTER Film this death. Festival in Oklahoma City. Photos pro- Festival, held in Oklahoma Jennings uses archival foot- vided. City last month. age to good effect throughout, on that California hillside, as “How to Dance in Ohio” dropping visuals and film- he sings a few lines from one came to deadCENTER from a clips of Rogers into the story. of several songs he composed triumphant debut at Sundance Most effective is implemen- as the project progressed. Allied Arts has announced that a total of $3,412,315 was raised for central Oklahoma’s arts community through their fund- in January. tation of a decision he made, raising efforts this year. Photo provided. After one screening, in a The documentary follows early in the six-year project, brief exchange with The City several students who are in to go to several of the most Sentinel, Jennings said he was a program for young adults important sites of Rogers sto- Allied Arts raises more than $3.4 hopeful his efforts will gain living with autism. The sto- ried career. That includes a wider audiences this year or ry primarily focuses on three stirring interlude in Alaska, next on one of the larger cable million for local arts community young ladies, although a wide with segments at or near the systems. By Darla Shelden range of others appear on place where the lives of Rog- Each of the films were pre- City Sentinel Reporter film. ers and his close friend, avia- sented on the big screens at The young people are tor Wiley Post, ended. the Harkins Theatre in Brick- Allied Arts has announced shown over a 12-week peri- The narrative is patient, al- town, thanks to the support of that a total of $3,412,315 was od, preparing for their high lowing Jennings himself time local businesses and individ- raised for central Oklahoma’s school prom-equivalent. We to reflect on the meaning uals who sponsor the dead- arts community through this follow them through adven- of Rogers for himself, while CENTER Festival every year. year’s fundraising efforts. tures, including a completely hinting at the Cherokee’s con- And speaking of each year, it The 2015 campaign raised endearing segment when two tinued relevance for modern is always a joy to travel the $3,287,315. An addition- girls try on their prom dresses Americans. venues and visit the people al $125,000 was brought in and get dolled up for the big While every “chapter” of who make the Festival possi- through partnerships with day. the story is suffused with no- ble. successful events. The total Families surrounding the bility and grace, a personal fa- amount raised has surpassed young people are shown in vorite was the moment cap- Elsewhere in this edition $3.4 million for only the second cameo, with these key adults tured when Jennings – after of The City Sentinel, you can time in Allied Arts history. and siblings coming across months of negotiations with check out the list of winning Chairing this year’s fund- This year’s Allied Arts OKC fundraiser was chaired by John Parsons (left) and (for the most part) as sympa- managers of the Will Rogers films from the annual event, Renzi Stone, who led a team of volunteers overseeing the success of the cam- raiser were John Parson and thetic and loving. Counsel- home in Malibu – sits at the brought to life under the lead- paign. Renzi Stone. They worked with ors and work associates also piano in the family’s living ership of Lance McDaniel, his a team of volunteers that made “Our Visionary donors have Arts, our local arts groups will weave in and out of the story- room. Not to spoil the tale, but staff and scores of volunteers. the campaign a success. shown steadfast and generous have the resources they need line. a minor miracle takes place Kudos, again! “We are thrilled to announce support to Allied Arts,” stated to remain strong, reach under- Director Alexandra Shiva that Allied Arts surpassed the Stone. “We are appreciative of served populations and to of- delivers over and over in this $3.4 million mark,” said Par- their partnership and their ded- fer quality programming to the tender, sensitive and caring sons. “This shows the contin- ication to central Oklahoma’s public. film. ued support our community arts community. “We are grateful to every- When one of the principals has for the arts. “We are also thankful for the one who gave their time and sneaks in a chaste kiss with “We are grateful to every many organizations that host- resources to aid the campaign her young dance partner, the donor, volunteer and member ed employee giving campaigns and sponsored events this year. moment has all the authen- agency that gave and helped at their workplace this year,” Thank you,” she added. ticity, sweetness and decency with the campaign and our Stone added. “Employee giv- As Oklahoma’s only United normally lacking in “reality” events. They ensured that our ing campaigns are important Arts Fund, Allied Arts works programming. local cultural community re- because they provide opportu- to broaden support for the arts “How to Dance” will appear mains strong,” Parsons added. nities for everyone to invest in by raising financial support for on HBO some time this fall. It To celebrate, Allied Arts re- their community,” the arts and related organiza- is highly recommended. cently hosted an event at Park “Each of the participating or- tions, encouraging participa- Country song writer and House at the Myriad Gardens. ganizations fosters a culture tion and attendance, advocat- performer Beau Jennings of Beau Jennings, a native of Inola, Oklahoma, traveled to Point Barrow, Alaska, Approximately 175 Circle Club of philanthropy in its business ing for arts education, and pro- Inola, Oklahoma, was the cre- including to the site of the fateful airplane crash that took the lives of Oklaho- and Catalyst members, cam- and understands the signifi- moting excellence in the arts ative force behind “The Ver- mans Wiley Post and Will Rogers. Jennings tribute to the Cowboy Philsopher is paign volunteers and member cance of the arts for our econo- and arts management. digris: In Search of Will Rog- the focus of the documentary movie, “The Verdigris: In Search of Will Rogers.” agency representatives were in my, our neighborhoods, and our Last spring Allied Arts dis- attendance. quality of life.” tributed $137,881.69 in educa- Presenting Sponsors for the Employee giving campaigns tional grants to fund 47 proj- Award winners for 2015 deadCENTER Festival event were The Chickasaw Na- were held at 87 organizations ects that support arts experi- tion, Devon Energy Corpora- across the state and raised more ences for underserved youth announced tion and OGE Energy Corp, and than $472,000 for Allied Arts. in the community and for local Staff Report Best Documentary Short: the Performance Sponsor was The top-producing employee arts organizations. “Tiger Hood” The Oklahoman. giving campaigns were Devon “These grants provide the A documentary about the Best Oklahoma Feature: The program included com- Energy Corporation, employees opportunity for direct invest- complicated legacy of Evel “Skid” ments from Allied Arts board of the City of Oklahoma City, ment in the educational pro- Knievel and a metaphysical Best Oklahoma Short: chair Lonny Towell; the 2015 American Fidelity Assurance, grams and capacity-building drama about a children’s book “Course of Food” campaign co-chairs, John Par- Ackerman McQueen, INTEG- plans of these arts and cultur- author won top honors at the Best Student Film: “Kimi Kabuki” sons and Renzi Stone; and 2015 RIS Health, Bank of Oklahoma, al organizations.” stated Tri- 15th Annual deadCENTER Special Jury Short: “Nomansland” Honorary Chairs, Dr. Robert employees of the State of Okla- cia Everest, Allied Arts board Film Festival, held June 10-14 in Special Jury Documentary: Ellis and Mrs. Nancy Payne El- homa, SONIC America’s Drive- member and grants chair. “The downtown Oklahoma City. “Best of Enemies” lis. In, The Oklahoman, and OGE funded projects will have a pos- “Being Evel,” by Academy Special Jury Narrative: Parsons and Stone recog- Energy Corp. itive impact, not only on the Award-winning director Dan- “The Overnight” nized Allied Arts’ top support- “The money raised through agencies and the people that iel Junge was selected as Best ers and the team of volunteers the campaign will go to support are directly served, but on the Documentary Feature, and ous door in his closet that only The winners were select- who served on the campaign local nonprofit arts organiza- entire community.” Best Narrative Feature was allows certain people to en- ed by an independent panel cabinet. tions and ensure that access to Founded in 1971, the organi- awarded to Director Oliver ter. When he learns where the of film industry professionals Corporate donors included the arts is available to all,” said zation has raised more than $57 Thompson’s “Welcome to Hap- door leads, his life is forever that includes respected direc- Allied Arts Visionaries – The Deborah McAuliffe Senner, Al- million to advance the arts in piness.” changed. tors, writers, producers and ac- Chickasaw Nation, Devon En- lied Arts president and CEO. central Oklahoma. For more in- A generation of Americans Best Narrative Short honors tors. ergy Corporation, and OGE En- “Thanks to the community’s formation, visit alliedartsokc. grew up worshipping self- went to “This Way Up” by Di- Judges included: Kat Can- ergy Corp. continued support of Allied com or call 405-278-8944. styled hero Evel Knievel -- rector Jeremy Cloe, and Chris- dler, Michael Rossato-Bennett, watching him every Saturday topher André Marks’ “Tiger Chuck Foxen, Gray Frederick- on Wide World of Sports and Hood” won Best Documentary son, Fritz Kiersch, Greg Mel- buying his Ideal toys. For pro- Short. lott, Oklahoma Film Critics ducer/subject Johnny Knox- “Skid,” by Ryan “Staples” Circle, Hamad Altourah, Jef- ville and so many others, he Scott, won for Best Oklahoma frey Palmer, Victoria Sturte- EXPERIENCE was the ultimate antidote to Feature, and “Course of Food,” vant, Derek Watson, Anthony the disenchantment of the 70’s. directed by Christopher Hunt Foreman, Kyle Roberts, Clark FIRST FRIDAY GALLERY WALK But few knew the incredi- and produced by Chef Marc Wiens, Annabell Grundy, and Friday, July 3, 2015 6-10pm ble and often complex aspects Dunham, was chosen as Best Bradley Beesley. of his epic life, which, like his Oklahoma Short. The deadCENTER Film Fes- jumps, was sometimes glori- Yoko Okumura’s “Kimi Ka- tival is a 501(c)(3) non-profit LIVE MUSIC - PASEO STREET WALKERS ous and sometimes disastrous. buki” was voted Best Student organization, providing year- OPENING RECEPTION IN THE With an entire genre of sports Film. round events to support its ascending from his daring in- Special Jury honors went to mission to promote, encourage PASEO ARTS SPACE: ventiveness, now is the time to “Best of Enemies” in the doc- and celebrate the independent “The Print on Paseo” spotlighting look at this extreme man and umentary category, and “The film arts. his complicated legacy. Overnight” for narrative. DCFF is Oklahoma’s larg- the depth and diversity of the work “Being Evel” producers in- The 2015 deadCENTER Film est film festival, recognized as of Oklahoma printmakers. clude Johnny Knoxville, Jeff Festival Award Winners and one of the “Top 20 Coolest Film Tremaine, Mat Hoffman, Bren- categories were: Festivals in the World” accord- 22 Galleries, 80 Artists, dan Kiernan, Justin Moore- ing to MovieMaker magazine. Restaurants, Boutiques, Lewy and Daniel Junge. Best Narrative Feature: More than 25,000 people at- ARTS DISTRICT “Welcome to Happiness” “Welcome to Happiness” tended deadCENTER Film Fes- Art and Education is a metaphysical drama fea- Best Documentary Feature: tival screenings in 2014, gen- turing Nick Offerman about “Being Evel” erating an economic impact of 405.525.2688 #FirstFridayPaseo a children’s book author who Best Narrative Short: approximately $2.1 million for www.thepaseo.org is the gatekeeper to a mysteri- “This Way Up” Oklahoma City.