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Page 2 Page 4 Page 6 Page 7 CLEET opens Oklahoma City office on OSU-OKC campus Got the Flu? What’s a parent to do? “Children of the Civil Rights” documentary Coalition leader calls for end to executions U.S. Supreme court to hear Oklahoma capital cases, activists want ‘stay’ of all executions By Darla Shelden to her my innocence. Sister Prejean said, “I have City Sentinel Reporter “Please Gov. Fallin – give me been in close communication that chance. Wouldn’t it be worth with Richard, his attorney and Last week, a day before the at least a 60-day reprieve to pre- all the people trying to help historic U.S. Supreme Court vent an innocent man’s death? him, and I want to participate decision to take another look Please listen to the thousands of in this [Jan. 27] press confer- at pending executions in Okla- people who have signed my peti- ence to get the word out about homa, Sister Helen Prejean, a tion asking you to stop this. I’m his innocence and how com- well-known opponent of capi- asking Justin Sneed once again pletely broken our criminal jus- tal punishment, circulated to to come forward to help stop tice system is – including the the The City Sentinel and oth- this before it’s too late. I want to court system – that is letting er news organizations a state- thank Sister Helen Prejean and this innocent man be brought ment. everybody else for all their help.” to the brink of death.” The status of planned ex- Glossip and Prejean asked After 17 years on death row, ecutions remained uncertain that concerned citizens tele- Glossip consistently maintains last weekend, but serious High phone Gov. Fallin’s office his innocence. Court review of underlying is- and sign Glossip’s petition, at Glossip was convicted of be- sues puts them in doubt. RichardEGlossip.com. ing involved in a 1997 murder- Sister Prejean explained the for-hire plot that resulted in the statement was “dictated to me death of Barry Van Treese. Jus- Sister Helen Prejean, Executive Director of the Ministry Against the Death Penalty, and spiritual advisor to death row inmate by phone by Richard Glossip on tin Sneed was convicted of the Richard Glossip, is helping to lead efforts opposed to capitol punishment in Oklahoma. Mike Posey Photography. Jan. 22, 2015.” Glossip’s words actual killing of Van Treese and tice Sonia Sotomayor wrote, by the Oklahoma Coalition to son. follow: is serving a life sentence with- “Petitioners have committed Abolish the Death Penalty was The group has long urged “My name is Richard Glossip. out parole. horrific crimes, and should scheduled this week, for Tues- Gov. Fallin to halt all execu- I’m coming to you today to let Charles Warner’s was the be punished, but the Eighth day (Jan. 27) at the State Capi- tions. Two more executions are you know that on Jan. 29, … the first execution of 2015 and Amendment guarantees that tol. Sister Prejean planned to scheduled: John Marion Grant State of Oklahoma is going to the first since the infamous no one should be subjected to ask Gov. Mary Fallin to spare is set to die on Feb. 19 and Ben- execute me - and that they will “botched execution,” as news an execution that causes sear- Glossip’s life. jamin Robert Cole, Sr. on March be executing an innocent man. stories soon dubbed the event, ing, unnecessary pain before Other scheduled speakers in- 5. Those now seem less likely in I’m asking that everyone please of Clayton Darrell Lockett on death.” clude State Rep. George Young, light of the High Court’s pend- stand up and help me to stop this April 29, 2014. Sister Prejean is the author of D-Oklahoma City; Rev. Dr. ing review of issues raised in injustice from happening. I’m It was the second time Okla- “Dead Man Walking: An Eyewit- William Tabbernee, Executive the cases. pleading with Gov. Mary Fal- homa used midazolam as part ness Account of the Death Pen- Director Oklahoma Confer- Leathers said, “Sister Prejean lin to please grant me a 60-day of a three-drug method. Its use alty in the United States.” The ence of Churches; Bud Welch, is not only a voice of reason on reprieve, which is in her power, had been challenged by Warner book became an Oscar winning President of Murder Victim this very important issue but is so that my attorneys can put a Barring a stay of execution by the Su- and other death row inmates as movie, an opera and a play. Af- Families for Human Rights and also a reminder that the Death case together to bring directly to preme Court, two vigils will be held on an unconstitutional risk of pain ter corresponding with Glos- OK-DADP board member; and Penalty is absolutely contrary Thursday evening, Jan. 29 protesting her so she can see for herself all the scheduled state killing of Oklaho- and suffering.” Their claim was sip by mail Prejean became his Brady Henderson, ACLU-OK to Jesus Christ, his teachings, the facts of my case and not just ma death row inmate Richard Glossip. rejected in a 5-4 vote. spiritual advisor. Legal Director; and Rev. Adam and what God expects from the some of them, and so I can prove Photo provided. In a dissenting opinion, Jus- A press conference hosted Leathers, OK-CADP spokesper- continued on page 2 Memorial Museum celebrates grand re-opening featuring high tech exhibits and never before seen artifacts By Darla Shelden City Sentinel Reporter

The world class Museum ad- jacent to the Oklahoma City Bombing Memorial recently cel- ebrated a Grand Re-Opening with 35 new interactives, hun- dreds of never before seen arti- facts and thousands of pieces of video and Oral Histories. The 15-foot-high Dreamland Motel sign is one of the large ar- tifacts towering over other sig- nificant pieces of evidence. A glass wall is inscribed with the name of each of the 168 victims. Family Members, survivors and rescue workers get a special preview of the Okla- Susan Winchester, Oklahoma homa City National Memorial Museum’s new enhancements during the grand City National Memorial Foun- re-opening event. Photo provided. dation Chair said, “We are using gaged in our story like never be- too young to remember in their new technologies that allow our fore. We want to especially en- own hearts and minds what visitors to learn and become en- gage younger people. Many are continued on page 2 Martin Luther King Day parade On a glorious sunny, 67 degree, 2015 Martin Luther King Day (Jan. 19), an estimated 50,000 spectators turned out to honor the Rev. Dr. Martin Lu- ther King Jr. and enjoy the over 300 entries from organizations including the YWCA-OKC, Oklahoma Natural Gas, and the Central OK Labor Fed- eration. This year’s Grand Marshalls were Bob Lemon and Robyn Lemon Sellers. Photos by Darla Shelden. Page 2 www.city-sentinel.com January 29, 2014 — February 5, 2015 NEWS Check us out on Facebook and Twitter Memorial Museum celebrates grand re-opening featuring high tech exhibits and never before seen artifacts continued from page 1 happened on April 19, 1995.” More than $15 million has been raised for Museum En- hancements and an endowment through the 9:03 Campaign. The donors were honored for making these enhancements a reality. “As we re-open the Museum, it’s also the start of our 20th An- niversary to celebrate the unity of a city that has worked togeth- er over the past two decades to rebuild and remember these events. More than half the pop- A crowd of 175 participated in the Grand Re-Opening of the Oklahoma City Na- ulation of Oklahoma City wasn’t tional Memorial and watched as a ceremonial ribbon was cut by Mayor Mick The cost of smoking Cornett. Photos provided. living here in 1995. With that in Staff Report Oklahoma ranked 15th in the • Each smoker will incur an mind, we are asking everyone study. average of $212,878 in income to recommit to The Oklahoma To encourage the more than loss over a lifetime. Standard.” 60 million tobacco smokers in Key Stats • Each smoker will incur an Winchester added, “While its the U.S. to kick the dangerous • The cost of tobacco for ev- average of $157,294 in smoking- meaning is different for every- habit, WalletHub’s analysis es- ery smoker is $1.02 million over related health care costs over a one, it’s about being there for timated the financial cost of a lifetime. Smokers in Alaska lifetime. Smokers in Connecti- others, not only in their great- smoking to be roughly $1.4 mil- will pay two times more than cut will pay two times more est times of need, but also in the lion per smoker over a lifetime. smokers in South Carolina. than smokers in Arkansas. randomness of everyday life.” The Oklahoma Standard Me- morial Museum campaign chair, CLEET opens Oklahoma City office on OSU- Sam Presti said, “As we grow as a city and strive for bigger, bet- OKC campus ter and brighter, it’s natural we During the Grand Re-Opening of the Oklahoma City National Memorial Museum, Staff Report also have to scale that growth Charlie Hanger, an Oklahoma State Trooper in 1995, explains how during a rou- with a preservation of the value tine traffic stop on April 19, 1995, he was about to make the biggest arrest of his OSU-Oklahoma City has system that’s important -- acts career. opened its doors for the Coun- of kindness, acts of service, acts the month of April.” sioned MTM Recognition to cil on Law Enforcement Edu- of honor -- things that Oklaho- Kari Watkins, Executive Di- create a commemorative badge cation and Training (CLEET) mans have become known for. rector, Oklahoma City National to be worn in April of 2015 in re- to set up an office on campus. “With the 20th Anniversary Memorial & Museum said, “The membrance. All first respond- The new office location serves of the bombing and the resilien- lessons learned here at the Me- ers have the opportunity to as the only CLEET office in the cy and optimism it has provid- morial come from Oklahoma purchase one of these badges Oklahoma City metro area. ed in the recovery of the city, it’s values as they apply to what- through April, at mtmrecogni- “Oklahoma State University- also an opportunity for us to re- ever you are personally going tion.com. A portion of the pro- Oklahoma City is recognized commit to those values. Today, through in your life. It provides ceeds will go to the Oklahoma across the state as a leader in amidst the rush for growth and great perspective. It’s some- City Memorial Museum. public safety training,” said expansion, we as a community thing we honor every day by the Steve Emmons, CLEET execu- must not forget that progress is way we live and it’s also a look To learn more about the tive director. “Its law enforce- unsustainable without aware- into the best of Oklahomans in Oklahoma Standard and the ment and Collegiate Officer campus will provide the best a positive working relationship ness and preservation of history. their response to our tremen- 20th Anniversary, visit okstan- Program provide high qual- outreach location for the peace with CLEET clientele in the “We’re asking people to com- dous tragedy.” dard.org. For more information, ity education to students from officer and private security Oklahoma City area. mit one act of service, one act of The Oklahoma City National visit oklahomacitynationalme- across Oklahoma. CLEET rec- missions of the agency. The re- CLEET is a state law en- honor and one act of kindness in Memorial & Museum commis- morial.org ognizes that strong partner- lationship, combined with the forcement entity that supports ships are necessary to provide ability to share resources, cre- Oklahoma’s state, county, and the highest level of training to ated a win-win scenario that local law enforcement agencies the peace officers of the state.” would benefit CLEET students by providing education and The new office will allow and the students of the col- training that promotes profes- CLEET to better serve peace lege.” sionalism and enhances com- officers, security guards, pri- Law enforcement agencies petency within the ranks of vate investigators, self-defense and security companies will Oklahoma law enforcement. act instructors and bail enforc- use the office as a portal to Dr. Larry Robinson, Public ers in the metro area. transport documentation to the Safety department head said, “When we began consid- CLEET headquarters in Ada. It “We are excited to have CLEET ering the need to expand our will also allow CLEET to op- on our campus and to provide operations back to Oklahoma erate in close proximity to the easier access to local law en- City, the first consideration state Capitol during the legis- forcement agencies. Our re- was to contact OSU-OKC,” Em- lative session so staff can re- lationship with CLEET helps mons said. “An office on the spond to legislative requests in strengthen OSU-OKC as the person and in a timely premier public safety training manner. program in the metro.” Norma Floyd, For more information on the CLEET data entry an- CLEET office at OSU-OKC, alyst said, “The op- contact Norma Floyd at 405- portunity to have this 945-9153 or norma.floyd@cleet. satellite office on the state.ok.us OSU-OKC campus is For more information on central to maintaining CLEET, visit ok.gov/cleet. U.S. Supreme court to hear Oklahoma capital cases, activists want ‘stay’ of all executions

continued from page 1 drug’s effects. “… The inmate who filed the lawsuit last sum- may be fully conscious but un- mer. Church.” able to move,” she wrote. The court scheduled oral ar- Four Supreme Court justices, It takes the vote of five jus- guments in the case for April Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Elena Ka- tices to stay an execution, but 29, one year after Lockett’s gan, Stephen Breyer and Soto- only four to agree to hear a botched execution, which used mayor have argued that Warner case. the state’s new protocol. deserved a stay of execution After the Supreme Court vot- Warner’s attorney Lanita because his attorneys raised ed 5-4 against a stay for War- Henricksen said, “I am truly enough doubt that the state’s ner, the high court has agreed grateful that our client, Richard use of midazolam violates the to take up a challenge to Okla- Glossip, and the other plaintiffs Eighth Amendment’s protec- homa’s lethal injection pro- will benefit by the grant of cer- tion against “cruel and unusual tocol that claims the process tiorari. I am stunned, however, punishment.” amounts to “cruel and unusual that my client, Charles War- Sotomayor pointed out that punishment.” ner, was allowed to be executed Florida’s previous “apparent Attorneys for Glossip said days ago although the case will success” with midazolam is after the court’s announce- now be heard by the Supreme questionable given its use of the ment they are pressing again Court. paralytic vecuronium bromide, for a stay of execution. Glossip “This is especially devastat- which could mask the other is among 21 death row inmates ing considering the fact that the mother of the victim in Mr. Warner’s case had requested that he not be executed. Dale Baich, an attorney for Glossip said it is time for the court to take a careful look at the use of “novel and experimental drugs protocols.” For more information about the issue, from OK-CADP’s per- spective, visit okcadp.org. NOTE: Publisher Patrick B. McGuigan contributed to this re- port. Page 3 www.city-sentinel.com January 29, 2014 — February 5, 2015 OPINION/GOVERNMENT Check us out on Facebook and Twitter EDITOR’S NOTEBOOK Senator Holt gains national post, Rep. Morrissette presses a “right-to-try” Staff Report through innovative legislation and creative private sector pro- State Sen. David Holt, R- grams, said, “I am especially Oklahoma City, has joined the concerned for our children di- board of legislative advisors agnosed with terminal illness, for GOPAC, a group that me- who for want of a drug may thodically grooms young state be stuck in some trial for a de- legislators to run for higher po- cade, when a second chance at litical offices. life might be possible. Roll Call, a newspaper that “This is a pro-life issue and Dr. Bob Blackburn Dr. Justin Moss Dr. Todd Halihan specializes in developments it seems we have all waited on Capitol Hill in Washington, long enough for the process of Water Town Hall distills challenges, D.C., quoted GOPAC Chairman clinical trials to improve with- David Avella (who assumed out any relief. It is the system the group’s top job after the that’s terminal.” opportunities for city residents November elections say- The Pew Charitable Trust By Patrick B. McGuigan The history center leader said ing, “The members of our 2015 Sen. David Holt reports, Morrissette’s recent Publisher the willingness of voters to en- Legislative Leaders Advisory release said, “Critics of the act such measures over many Board will have an important years-long federal Food and Dr. Ed Shadid, Ward 2 city decades reflects a blending of role in educating and electing a Drug Administration drug ap- council member, last week political philosophies that he new generation of Republican proval process, with its re- hosted a 90-minute town hall deemed “conservative popu- leaders.” quirement for multiple clinical meeting on water policy and lism.” Sen. Holt, now in his second trials, contend that it is much development. While Blackburn said Okla- term at the Capitol in Oklaho- longer than it should be.” This Speakers at the event includ- homa politics “often reacts to ma City, is part of the largest keeps promising drugs out of ed Bob Blackburn, executive crisis. This event is an exam- group of newly-elected Repub- hands of people who could Director of Oklahoma Histori- ple of ‘reacting’ to crisis before licans in charge of state legisla- gain relief from their pain and cal Society; it happens.” He anticipates dis- tive bodies in modern history. illness. Julie Cunningham, director cussion and debate in the city Other GOP leaders joining to In other news, Rep. Mor- of planning and management, can improve chances that “the GOPAC board include Tennes- rissette recently co-chaired a Oklahoma Water Resourc- next chapter in our history is a see Lt. Gov. Ron Ramsey, West hearing that focused on state es Board; Joe Wertz, report- success.” Virginia Lt. Gov. Bill Cole, agency governance, includ- er with State Impact/National Dr. Ed Shadid Cunningham focused on the Arizona state Speaker David ing what he says are abuses of Public Radio; Dr. Justin Moss, range of water policy plans de- Gowan, North Carolina state power by some members of the OSU Department of Horticul- veloped in recent years by the Rep. Richard Morrissette Speaker Tim Moore, and Mis- State Medical Licensure & Su- ture and Landscape Architec- Oklahoma Water Resources sissippi state Speaker Philip for a term. pervision board. ture; and Dr. Todd Halihan, Board (OWRB). Providing a Gunn. Both men are now top lobby- In a push for accountabil- professor of hydrogeology and state-level framework for fu- Recent GOPAC “stars” in- ists in the nation’s capital, but ity for Board actions against a hydrogeophysics. ture water related decisions, clude new U.S. Senators Joni Keating is expected to return Tulsa physician, Morrissette While some in the audi- panelists said, will be the “Wa- Ernst of Iowa and Cory Gard- home before his retirement. challenged state news organi- ence yelled out comments hos- ter for 2060 Act,” which passed ner of Colorado. Other past chairmen include zations for not giving the issue tile to the oil and gas industry, the Legislature in 2012. Holt has emerged as a Re- former Delaware Gov. Pete du more scrutiny. Dr. Shadid in his introductory Attendees learned the state publican leader in the Senate, Pont and former U.S. House The southside Oklahoma comments stressed that the en- has a long history of trying to where he has advocated gov- Speaker Newt Gingrich. City Democrat asked, rhetori- ergy industry needs good wa- discern best practices for water ernment transparency, limits *** cally, “If a tree falls in the for- ter supply, and that it is in the use. With 23 major water sourc- on labor union power and con- State Rep. Richard Morris- est and nobody is around to interest of all business users of es, Oklahoma has over time servative fiscal policies. He is sette, D-Oklahoma City, has hear it, did it actually make a water to assure adequate sup- built 34 major reservoirs. Ad- also leading efforts to create introduced House Bill 1074 to sound?” ply and wise use. ditionally, there are 4,700 pub- a strong financial base for the allow Oklahoma to join states In a recent News9 seg- Blackburn delivered a broad Julie Cunningham lic and private water sources, Ralph Ellison Foundation, hon- in the “right-to-try” movement ment, the weekend “Your historical review of the devel- Photos by James Nimmo. many of which are “stressed” in oring the memory of the Afri- that authorizes use of experi- Vote Counts,” state Rep. Les- opment of water infrastructure supply and recreational oppor- the continuing severe drought. can-American author of “In- mental medicines before com- lie Osborn, R-Mustang, sym- and policy in Oklahoma City tunities for residents. The “2060” bill laid out a visible Man,” considered the pletion of the long process of pathized with her Democratic since before statehood in 1907. Blackburn said the city had framework for steps toward greatest American novel of the Food and Drug Administra- colleague’s contentions, say- He pointed to several major not enhanced its taxpayer-fi- an ambitious goal: restrict- Twentieth Century. tion (FDA) approval. In a re- ing, “We should never be afraid bond and other projects that fi- nanced investment in recent ing fresh water use in 2060 to This winter, Senate Presi- lease sent to CapitolBeatOK, to have a light shone on state nanced construction of reser- years, making it likely that new the levels in place as of 2012. dent Pro Temp named Holt Morrissette said, “The Gold- agencies.” voirs which have provided both expenditures are necessary. continued on page 4 chairman of the Appropria- water Institute, a conservative tions Subcommittee on Select non-profit that defends states’ Agencies. rights, created model legisla- Oklahoma has a long history tion in Colorado, and I have of close ties to GOPAC. Former used that model to draft my Gov. Frank Keating and former legislation.” U.S. Rep. J.C. Watts, R-Nor- Morrissette, who has led Sentinel Elected man, each ran the organization state efforts to combat hunger Officials Guide

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A pair of Oklahoma Medical tion or following vaccination,” Research Foundation scientists said Xia, who holds the Mer- Physicians with OU has made new findings related rick Foundation Chair in Bio- Medicine say certain to blood vessel function and medical Research at OMRF. inflammation, key factors in “In the future, these find- symptoms point to need infections as well as a host of ings may help us make vac- to see the doctor soon conditions from cancer to kid- cines more efficient or enable Dr. Rodger McEver, M.D. ney and autoimmune disease. us to develop new therapies to Staff Report The findings by Lijun Xia, help the body fight pathogens ogy. M.D., Ph.D., and Rodger McEv- and infections.” Other OMRF scientists who Have a child who’s sneezing, er, M.D., could point the way to Xia also found how a com- contributed to Xia’s research coughing with that achy, fever- the development of new meth- mon form of protein modifica- are Yanfang Pan, Tadayuki ish, can’t-move-a-muscle feel- ods for preventing and treating tion plays an important role in Yago, Jianxin Fu, Kai Song, ing? You are not alone. We are bacterial and viral infections. protecting podoplanin in lym- Yuji Kondo, Brett Herzog, Mike in the midst of the “sick season” Xia discovered a new way phatic vessels, which is impor- McDaniel and Hong Chen. with a variety of viruses and a that lymph nodes, which act as tant for transporting immune McEver, whose findings ap- fair amount of the true flu, in- monitors and filters for patho- cells. pear in the journal Science, fluenza, taking their toll on gens that enter the body, re- “Using these results, we can has discovered a new inter- young and old alike, said The- call your doctor and get an ap- • Saline nasal sprays can spond to challenges to the im- move toward developing thera- action involved in the body’s resa Green. pointment to be seen for a rap- help relieve nasal congestion. mune system. pies that help maintain healthy response to inflammation. “We are seeing just about ev- id flu test. If your child is seen (These are not nasal deconges- “We found that a particular vessel function during inflam- McEver was a contributor to erything in the clinics. This re- early enough, within 48 hours tant sprays which may make molecule called podoplanin mation or immune responses,” the research, which was led by ally is the season for all types of the onset of symptoms, there symptoms worse.) is essential in making lymph said Xia, who published his Andres Hidalgo from the Cen- of viruses to crop up. So we are is a medicine that we can give • Over-the-counter pain re- nodes regulate their environ- new findings in the journals tro Nacional de Investigacio- seeing respiratory viruses, in- to help reduce the duration and liever/fever reducers may be ment so more white blood cells, Blood and Nature Immunol- nes Cardiovasculares in Ma- cluding influenza,” said Casey severity of the symptoms.” helpful, but be sure to use “chil- drid, Spain. Hester M.D., pediatrician with Hester and fellow pediatri- dren’s strength” and never give “Inflammation results in OU Children’s Physicians. “We cians are seeing their fair share aspirin to any child under the the recruitment of white blood are also seeing the gastrointes- of flu, but they are also seeing a age of 18 or ibuprofen to an in- cells to a place to combat infec- tinal bugs … so lots of vomiting, lot of cases of gastroenteritis or fant 6 months of age or young- tions or deal with injury,” said lots of diarrhea.” what most of us call the stom- er. McEver, who holds OMRF’s She said it’s pretty much par ach flu. People with the stom- DO NOT use over-the-coun- Alvin Chang Chair in Cardio- for the course at this time of ach flu often have symptoms of ter, combination cough and vascular Biology. “In this new year. And while most illnesses diarrhea, nausea and vomiting, cold medications in a child un- study, we were able to show can be managed at home with- fever, headache, and sore mus- der 6 unless your doctor tells that platelets, blood cells that out a visit to your health care cles. you to do so. protect against bleeding, can provider, influenza is the ex- “One of the biggest things to • Keep your child home until facilitate an inflammatory re- ception. That’s because medi- keep an eye on when you have he or she has been fever free for sponse in a particular way not cations that target flu need to any type of stomach bug is de- at least 24 hours. seen until now.” be started within the first 48 hydration. It can be a concern • Frequent hand washing can These findings could prove hours. The challenge is know- with flu too and it is one of the help prevent the spread of flu beneficial in helping to reduce ing the difference between a leading causes of hospitaliza- and other illness. collateral injuries caused by wintertime bug and influen- tion during the sick season,” Dr. Lijun Xia, M.D., Ph.D. the immune system’s response za. Hester said there are some Hester said. Remember antibiotics are to injuries or infections. clear differences. She suggested that parents not effective in fighting virus- “Drs. Xia and McEver con- “With influenza, kids do tend monitor fluid in and fluid out. es. So your doctor will not pre- tinue to do important work and to be a little sicker. They of- “So if they are wearing dia- scribe these unless he or she are a testament to the high cal- ten have a high fever accompa- pers, that is easy. If they are suspects a secondary bacterial iber of research underway here nied by severe body aches and older kiddos, you just want to infection. at OMRF,” said OMRF Vice pains. Another tell-tale sign of have them check in with you While most symptoms can President of Research Paul the flu is exhaustion,” Hester and let you know when they be managed at home, Hester Kincade, Ph.D. “Research like said. “You don’t feel like doing go. You want at least two to said any fever in an infant un- this takes time and dedication anything, even eating or drink- three urinations in 24 hours. So der two months of age can be while opening doors to a wide ing. Whereas, when you have a if they are not producing any serious. So be sure to have the range of possible discoveries.” cold, you tend to have a low fe- urine in eight hours, you may baby seen by your health care Funding for Xia’s research ver with mild fatigue, sneezing, have a problem. Especially if provider right away. With old- was provided by grants coughing and a stuffy, runny your child is, listless, lethargic, er children, it is time to see the P01HL085607 from the Nation- nose.” really tired and just won’t eat or doctor if your child has a fever al Heart, Lung, and Blood In- If you suspect that your child drink anything,” Hester said. that lasts more than five days, stitute and GM103441 from the may have the flu, it is very im- Here are a few tips to help is exceedingly tired, listless, le- National Institute of General portant to get them in to see a them on the road to recovery: thargic of if you can’t get him Medical Sciences. McEver’s re- doctor as soon as possible. • Encourage your child to or her to eat or drink anything. search was funded by grants “Early in the course, it is hard drink lots of clear fluids to pre- HL034363 and HL085607 from to tell if it is the flu because a vent dehydration (water, elec- For more information about the National Heart, Lung and lot of other viruses also start trolyte solutions, apple juice or the flu, including flu facts, Blood Institute. All four grants with fever, cough, congestion, warm broth). treatment, information about are funded by the National In- body aches and chills,” she said. • Make sure he or she gets vaccinations and more, visit ou- stitutes of Health. “But the best thing to do is to plenty of rest. medicine.com/flu. Water Town Hall distills challenges, opportunities for city residents

continued from page 3 enced an historical “hydro- graph” illustrating the state’s While that might seem unat- recurring history of “green” tainable in light of the region’s (more than adequate rain- booming economy and recent fall) and drought cycles. After population growth, a variety the state enjoyed a good near- of options provide promise 30-year period of rainfall, that water use can be trans- drought came on over the past formed. Among these are im- decade. Despite rainfall last proved waste water reclama- winter and spring, the recent tion, turning brackish water summer, fall and this winter into potable liquid, and other have drained reservoirs, aqui- measures. fers and other water sources. Wertz reviewed his report- (Former state House Speak- ing on water policy issues, an er Kris Steele worked with leg- area where he is well-regarded islators from both parties, and as a leading source of informa- from both rural and urban dis- tion. tricts, to enact the landmark All of the speakers refer- “2060” legislation, which was signed by Gov. Fallin.) Dr. Moss addressed steps Faith Directory individual consumers and businesses can take to reduce First Baptist Church of Oklahoma City Sunday Holy Eucharist: 8, 9, 11 a.m. Human Diversity, Christian Unity “In the heart of our city with a heart for the Christian Education: 10:10 a.m. A light of love in a dark world of hurt Sunday usage in daily life. His wide- world.” 1201 N. Robinson Saturday Holy Eucharist: 5 p.m. 9:30 am S.S., 10:50 am Worship ranging discourse made clear Ph. 232-4255 www.fbcokc.org Sunday 6 pm, Wednesday 6 pm activities www. that at the grass roots level, Sunday School: 9:15 a.m.; Worship: 10:30 Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help olivetbaptistokc.com diverse steps have already im- a.m. Wednesday: Dinner 5p.m.; 3214 N. Lake Ave., OKC, OK 73118 pacted the water challenges, First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) Bible Study 6 p.m. Thurs: SALT (Study & Lunch Ph. 525-2349 and continue to do so. These Pastor: Rev. John Metzinger Rev. John Malget, Senior Minister Together) 11:45a.m. ranged from changing out Weekend Masses: Sat. @ 5 p.m., Sun. @ 8 a.m., 36th & N. Walker, OKC, 73118 old toilets for state-of-the-art St. Joseph Old Cathedral 10 a.m., 11:45 a.m. (V.N.) Phone: 525 -6551 307 N.W. 4th St., OKC, OK 73101 Sundays: flushers using less water to Expressions Community Fellowship Ph. 235-4565 Church School- 9:30 Worship- 10:30 the old-school “brick in the “A place where you can be who God created Weekend Masses: Sat.Vigil @ 4pm; fccokc.org tank” approach for traditional you to be” Sunday @ 8 a.m., 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. devices, and including land- Worship experiences: Sundays Church of the Open Arms NOON - Spanish Service, Weekday Masses: scape changes that use less 11 AM & 5:30 PM at 4010 N. Youngs Blvd in “No matter who you are, or where you are on Mon-Fri. @ Noon, Sacrament of Reconciliation: water or retain it. Oklahoma City. (405) 761-1878 life’s journey, you are welcome here!” Mon-Fri. 11:30 a.m. Sat. 3:15 p.m. United Church of Christ or visit www.expressionsokc.com Dr. Shadid’s event took place 3131 N Penn, OKC 73112 St. Paul’s Episcopal Cathedral Olivet Baptist Church Fridays, 4pm- Food Pantry at The Tower Hotel (the former N.W. 7th and Robinson 1201 NW 10 OKC OK 73106 Sundays, 10:45am- Worship Mariott) on Northwest High- www.stpaulsokc.org Ph. 235-3436 Traditional Worship, Practical Ministries openarms.org way. Several hundred were in attendance. Page 5 www.city-sentinel.com January 29, 2014 — February 5, 2015 COMMUNITY Check us out on Facebook and Twitter Oklahoma City-area teens learn more important workforce skills through AT&T program Junior Achievement students across the country will receive job mentoring as part of a collaboration with AT&T

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Junior Achievement of Okla- homa is collaborating with AT&T to provide students at risk of dropping out of high Jeff Orlowski, President and CEO of LifeShare presents a floragraph of Amanda Philpott to her mother, Cheryl Manley. This school with mentoring by floragraph was displayed on the 2015 Donate Life Rose Parade Float. Cheryl was the first living donor to walk in the Rose AT&T employees, said Mary Parade alongside the floragraph. Photos provided. Thomas, for Junior Achieve- ration, which will reach 13,000 of dropping out of high school. ment of Oklahoma. students. The collaboration is Many of AT&T’s approximate- Fifty Junior Achievement of supported by a nearly $1 mil- ly 240,000 employees are par- LifeShare names new director of Oklahoma students from US lion contribution from AT&T. ticipating in this program to Grant High School are partic- The program, (about.att. share career advice, skills and Hospital Development and Family ipating in a mentoring event com/content/csr/home/peo- knowledge with teens that with AT&T employee men- ple/at-t-aspire/making-con- need it most. tors as part of Aspire Mentor- nections) is the key commu- Building on the success of Services ing Academy at AT&T Wire- nity engagement program of the earlier AT&T/JA Job Shad- By Darla Shelden donation and transplantation. less in Oklahoma City. This Aspire, AT&T’s signature ed- owTM initiative, which provid- City Sentinel Reporter Last spring there were more event is one of many mentoring ucation initiative focused on ed students with more than than 120,000 Americans wait- sessions taking place across school success and workforce 100,000 job shadow opportu- Beth Hannan was recent- ing for lifesaving transplants; the country during the 2014- readiness. Through Aspire nities, AT&T employees will ly named Director of Hospital 900 of them were Oklahomans. 15 school year. A total of 51 JA Mentoring Academy, the com- share life experiences and ca- Development and Family Ser- Tragically more than 6,679 Areas across the United States pany’s employees are engag- reer advice through project- vices of LifeShare Transplant Americans died waiting for have been invited to participate ing in their communities with a based activities during the Donor Services of Oklahoma. lifesaving organ transplants in in Aspire Mentoring Academy goal to provide 1 million hours workday. LifeShare is responsible for 2013 and 59 of them were Okla- as part of the national collabo- of mentoring to students at-risk continued on page 6 procurement of organs and tis- homans. sues for transplant purposes in Shari England, of Medford, Oklahoma. OK is a liver transplant recipi- “Beth comes to us with an ent, and an example of how a array of experience in the or- transplant can change lives. gan procurement field,” said In 1999 Shari was diagnosed Jeff Orlowski, President and with moderate-to-severe cir- Chief Executive Officer of Life- Beth Hannan, of Baton Rouge, La., was rhosis and was placed on the share. “We are glad to have her recently named Director of Hospital waiting list for liver transplant as a part of our leadership team Development and Family Services of candidates. and we know she will be a valu- LifeShare Transplant Donor Services England recalled, “Eighteen of Oklahoma. able asset to our organization.” months later, August 7, 2001, at Hannan is from Baton so many,” said Hannan. “More 9:27 p.m., the phone rang! My Sharing Hometown Recipes, Cooking Tips and Coupons Rouge, Louisiana and received than 900 Oklahomans are cur- daughter answered. The look a Bachelor of Arts in Commu- rently waiting on a transplant. on her face shouted, ‘This is it!’ By Janet Tharpe nication Studies from Louisi- As stewards of the gift, we owe This was the call for which we Game-Day Favorite Panko Crusted Spinach and Artichoke Dip ana State University. She is a our community the best ser- had waited so long. In a split Certified Tissue Bank Special- vice possible. second, our lives changed.” ist and holds an Advanced Car- “In doing so, my focus will She was one of 30 float rid- diac Life Support certification. be on cultivating strong rela- ers on the Donate Life Ameri- “This recipe Hannan currently holds tionships with our hospitals ca float in the the 2015 Tourna- is a keeper!” memberships in North Ameri- and ensuring every potential ment of Roses Parade in Pasa- can Transplant Coordinators donor family is treated with dena, California. Society (NATCO), American compassionate care and offered England never learned the Association of Tissue Banks the donation opportunity.” identity of her donor or his (AATB), Texas Transplanta- In her new position, Hannan family but she knows what it tion Society (TTS) and Organ will work with healthcare or- did for her and her family. She Donation Research Consor- ganizations across the state to said, “I will be forever grateful tium (ODRC). promote organ, eye and tissue for the one who chose to give She has seven years of ex- donation. She will ensure pro- life beyond the grave through perience in the organ and tis- cedures and policies pertaining organ donation. One glance at sue procurement field. Prior to donation are implemented our ever-growing family re- to coming to LifeShare, she and executed according to best minds me how very blessed I worked as the Program Manger practices and she will also be am. for the Association of Organ responsible for the family ser- “I was honored to represent aving friends over for the big game? Add Eddie Procurement Organizations, in vices offered by LifeShare. our state and to bring aware- HSzczerba’s Panko Crusted Spinach and Artichoke Virginia. LifeShare works to facilitate ness to organ, eye and tissue Dip to your menu. The mix of panko, spinach and artichokes Hannan also served as the donation with four transplant donation and transplantation.” Hospital Donation Program Su- centers and 145 healthcare or- Oklahomans have three op- make this one yummy recipe. And white beans add unusual– pervisor at LifeGift in Houston. ganizations in the state of tions to enroll in the Donate but tasty–twist. Have lots of pita chips handy because this There she led a team of hospital Oklahoma. They strive to edu- Life Registry as an organ, eye will be gone before the first touchdown! and organ procurement staff at cate the public to raise aware- and tissue donor. Residents can See step-by-step photos of Eddie’s recipe plus thousands Memorial Hermann Hospital, ness for organ, eye and tissue sign-up when renewing their more from home cooks nationwide at: the top donor producing driver’s license, visit Life- hospital in the country. ShareRegistry.org to sign www.justapinch.com/spinachdip She has worked close- up online or call 800-826- Eddie Szczerba You’ll also find a meal planner, coupons and chances to Ossining, NY ly with donor families as LIFE (5433) to request a do- (Pop. 25,060) win! Enjoy and remember, use “just a pinch”... a Hospital Liaison and a nor registration form. Family Care Specialist. -Janet “I am honored to part- For more information Panko Crusted ner with our area hospi- about LifeShare, visit Life- Spinach and tals in providing hope to ShareOK.org. Artichoke Dip Regents approve construction of new What You Need Directions with the remaining 1 pkg frozen chopped • Start by defrosting ingredients (except central plant on Stillwater campus and spinach and squeezing water for the panko bread additional projects 1 can artichoke hearts, out of spinach. crumbs). 14 oz. • Open and drain cans • Lightly grease or spray Staff Report today’s high efficiency boilers to break ground on the project 1 can white beans, 15 oz. of artichokes and and chillers planned for the by fall. a 2 quart baking dish. The OSU/A&M Board of Re- new plant.” Rosner says that location 2 cloves garlic, minced white beans. Fold in mixture. gents selected Flintco of Tul- The current project plan will be the most cost effective 1 c cream cheese • Combine drained • Top with panko bread sa to serve as the construction calls for the new facility to be way of replacing the facility. 2 c Asiago cheese, spinach with grated crumbs. manager for a new central ther- built along Washington Street “Replacing the plant in the grated cheese and chopped mal plant and associated distri- just east of the Monroe Street current location is cost pro- • Bake in a pre-heated bution facility on the OSU Still- Parking Garage a few blocks hibitive,” said Rosner. “The 3/4 c sour cream artichoke hearts. 375 degree oven water campus. north of the existing Power plan is to build the new facili- 1/2 c mayonnaise • Place the beans, uncovered for 25 The new facility will replace Plant. The university expects continued on page 7 1 tsp lemon rind, grated spinach and artichoke minutes. the current power plant, which 1 pinch salt and pepper was built in 1948 and cannot hearts in a food • Serve immediately meet the needs of the growing 3 tbsp panko bread processor and pulse with pita chips, campus. crumbs together until well crackers or crostini. “The Power Plant has served combined (don’t the Stillwater campus well for more than 65 years,” said James over mix). Then, mix Rosner, Director of Utilities and Energy Management. “The Submitted by: Eddie Szczerba, Ossining, NY (pop. 25,060) World War II era equipment www.justapinch.com/spinachdip currently in use is less reliable and not as energy efficient as Brought to you by American Hometown Media Page 6 www.city-sentinel.com January 29, 2014 — February 5, 2015 COMMUNITY Check us out on Facebook and Twitter Local groups partner to “Children of the Civil Rights” host “You’re Not Alone” documentary reviews stirring stories community discussion from city’s transition, 1958-1964 By Patrick B. McGuigan for women Publisher By Darla Shelden will moderate the event. One highlight of the upcom- City Sentinel Reporter Discussion topics will in- ing observance of Black His- clude prevention, support and tory Month in the Sooner State Recently domestic violence, services available for survi- will be the Feb. 7 premiere of sexual assault and stalking vors. “Children of the Civil Rights,” have been making headlines Docter said, “The YWCA a documentary motion pic- in the local and national news. OKC’s Sexual Assault Pro- The “You’re Not Alone” community discussion about domestic violence, ture debuting at the Oklaho- Some local organizations are grams provide 24-hour re- sexual assault and stalking will feature ma History Center. The event responding by working togeth- sponse to meet the needs of the guest panelist Phyllis Bernard, Profes- is co-hosted by Respect Diver- er to provide support for Okla- community. sor of Law and Director of the Center sity and the Clifford family of homa women. “We provide services across for alternative Dispute Resolution at Oklahoma City. The YWCA Oklahoma City, a continuum of care starting Oklahoma City University. Photos pro- vided. Bill Clifford, father of the Oklahoma State Conference with the 24-hour Sexual As- documentary’s producer, said NAACP, and the Midwest City sault Hotline, providing an Ad- in reflections shared with The Martin Luther King Jr. Prayer vocate to assist with safety and City Sentinel that when his Breakfast Committee have support during a Sexual As- daughter was educated, “Her partnered to host a communi- sault Nurse Exam, as well as Oklahoma history and social ty discussion called You’re Not case management, free coun- studies classes never men- Alone. seling and a sexual assault sup- tioned the sit-ins in Oklaho- “These participating orga- port group. ma City, what caused them or nizations want to ensure that “We also serve as a resource Parading for justice, back in the day ...A young man carries an American flag in Oklahoma women who have center to the community by of- front of Bishop’s Restaurant in downtown Oklahoma City, on or around June 1, been subjected to these abus- fering information, speakers, 1963. From the documentary, “Children of the Civil Rights,” photo courtesy of the es and their family members and referrals.” Oklahoma Publishing Company. and sister-friends are aware of The YWCA Oklahoma City their importance to the follow- Oklahoma City downtown po- who to call and when to call is the only shelter for battered ing generations. She only heard lice detachment responsible for support and other resourc- women and children in Okla- about this part of our history for the public safety of all con- es,” said Oklahoma City activ- homa County. many years after graduation, cerned and the news people ist Jana Harkins. According to a report from Karla Docter, Sr. Director of Sexual As- informally, over a cup of cof- who covered their stories. The free workshop for wom- the World Health Organization sault Services at YWCA Oklahoma City fee. It simply wasn’t included “Her journey enabled her to en on domestic violence, sex- one in three women experience will be a panelist during the “You’re as part of the standard educa- compare the Oklahoma City ual assault, and stalking will sexual or physical violence in Not Alone” free community workshop tional curriculum. ... experience with race relations take place Saturday Jan. 31, their lives and 7.5 million peo- on domestic violence, sexual assault “Julia’s curiosity led her to in Birmingham, Atlanta and and stalking. from 2 - 4 p.m. at Langston ple are stalked annually in the explore this part of Oklahoma Selma through film footage University- Oklahoma City, lo- United States. Most often an in- City’s past on her own. In the and personal interviews with cated at 4205 N. Lincoln Blvd. timate partner is the perpetra- The new documentary, “Children of process she met with and in- Julian Bond and Congressman Janet Peery, CEO of YWCA tor. the Civil rights,” chronicles the work terviewed people who were John Lewis.” of young people guided by Clara Lu- Oklahoma City said, “Every According to recent data, in per, a key leader of the civil rights personally involved in this ef- Here in Oklahoma, some of two minutes a woman in the the United States, 83 percent movement here in Oklahoma City. fort – the young Black kids who the most impactful steps for United States is sexually as- of girls in grades 8 through Photo provided. demonstrated, members of the continued on page 7 saulted. We want to provide a 11 (aged 12 to 16) have experi- foundation for the women in enced some form of sexual ha- our community and help pro- rassment in public schools. Oklahoma City-area teens learn more vide educational information, Another startling statistic resources, and to generate an from a new government study important workforce skills through AT&T ongoing dialog around these from the Education Depart- topics.” ment shows that the number program Panelist for You’re Not of sex crimes reported on U.S. cent) report they never had an and shared commitment to in- Alone include: Bill Citty, Chief college campuses have risen by continued from page 5 adult mentor of any kind (natu- crease high school graduation of Oklahoma City Police De- 50 percent over the last decade. “Our employees are our rally occurring or structured) rates that we will be success- partment; Lesley March, Chief President Barack Obama greatest asset – and the As- while they were growing up. ful. Both organizations remain Victims Services Unit at the stated, ”An estimated one in Oklahoma City Chief of Police, Bill pire Mentoring Academy gives Junior Achievement is target- focused on how to drive impact Attorney General’s Office; five women has been sexual- Citty, will be one of the panelists in the them the opportunity to make a ing Title I schools, or schools and equip students with the Phyllis Bernard, Professor of ly assaulted during her college “You’re Not Alone” conference on Jan. lasting impact on a young per- with graduation rates of 70 per- knowledge and skills they need Law and Director of the Center years. Of those assaults, only 31 in Oklahoma City. son’s life through mentoring. cent or lower, focusing on at- to be college and career ready,” for alternative Dispute Resolu- 12 percent are reported, and of and whenever it occurs, and We want to help students con- risk populations. said Junior Achievement area tion at Oklahoma City Univer- those reported assaults, only it starts by acknowledging it. nect the importance of what “Junior Achievement is ex- spokesperson. sity; Karla Docter, Sr. Director a fraction of the offenders are There can be no conspiracy of they are learning in the class- cited to team up with AT&T on To learn more about AT&T’s of Sexual Assault Services at punished.” silence.” room today to their future suc- this important initiative. It is Aspire Mentoring Academy YWCA Oklahoma City; and Al- Last November, Secretary of The public is invited to join cess,” said Jason Leiker, Assis- only through our collaboration visit att.com/aspirementoring. lie Shinn, Development Coor- State John Kerry stated, “Sim- in this community discussion. tant Vice President, Commu- dinator ACLU of Oklahoma. ply put, we must all do more Door prizes and light refresh- nity Engagement. “By working Joyce Jackson, President and to end violence against wom- ments will be provided. with Junior Achievement, our CEO of Communications Plus en in all its forms, wherever Docter said, “You can sup- employees will connect with port the sexual assault survi- even more students this school vors in Oklahoma, in several year to share life experienc- ways. You can speak out about es and career advice through sexual assault, educate yourself project-based activities.” about rape myths, stand up for Providing young people with those victimized or volunteer real-world learning experienc- in one of our many lifesaving es can be key to improving U.S. programs or special projects.” high school graduation rates. For more information, con- Currently, 1 in 5 students do tact Deb Stanaland, Chief Sup- not graduate with their class port Services Officer at YWCA on time. One in three young Oklahoma City at 405-948-1770 people overall (34 percent) and or visit ywcaokc.org. even more at-risk youth (37 per-

regionalfoodbank.org #HelpOK Page 7 www.city-sentinel.com January 29, 2014 — February 5, 2015 COMMUNITY/ENTERTAINMENT Check us out on Facebook and Twitter “Children of the Civil Rights” COMMENTARY documentary reviews stirring stories from city’s transition, 1958-1964 continued from page 6 civil rights were guided by the late Clara Luper, a feisty and ef- fective activist known for com- bining blunt and pointed com- mentary with a notable ability to touch the hearts of powerful white leaders here in Oklaho- ma City. A short essay circulated in preparation for the documen- tary premiere reported on the “long-term peaceful protests by a small group” of black children under the guidance of Mrs. Lu- per. At lunch counters around the downtown area, young members of the NAACP Youth Council would sit down and Coalition leader calls for end to state ask to be served. They were of- ten told, “We don’t serve Ne- Some of “Clara’s Kids” sit at the lunch counter in the old Katz’s drug store in downtown Oklahoma City. Beginning in 1958, the youth, who were members executions groes here!” The children ha- of the NAACP Youth Council and who were advised by civil rights leader Clara Marilynn Knott mans have the right to render cannot afford quality legal ser- bitually responded, “That’s al- Luper, demonstrated peacefully and persistently at the store until owners and Co-Chair Oklahoma Coalition to the final judgment of a death vices, more than the wealthy. right; I’ll wait.” operators agreed to begin treating all customers the same. From the documen- Abolish the Death Penalty. sentence on anyone whether Such arguments of reason Over six years, things tary, “Children of the Civil Rights,” photo courtesy of the Oklahoma Publishing they committed a murder or and applied social science gen- changed slowly. Organizers of Company. On Jan. 29 we the people will any other crime. Every person, erally do not phase the think- the new documentary said, in Oklahoma History Center, 2401 film project. The Oklahoma execute Richard Eugene Glos- I believe, will have to stand ing of proponents of the death the essay provided to The City N. Laird Ave. in Oklahoma City Publishing Company (which sip for allegedly paying Justin before God at some point and penalty. Neither do religious Sentinel, “It’s important to un- on Saturday, Feb. 7. Tickets cost publishes The Oklahoman and Sneed to kill Barry Van Treese God has the job of ultimate arguments because we can all derstand that the persistence $15, to include access to a “meet for decades also published The in 1997. I say allegedly because judgment. Government does pull our favorite scriptures out and dignity shown by the kids and greet” wine and cheese re- Oklahoma City Times, an af- it was essentially Glossip’s have the responsibility for pro- to prove just about any side of in the Oklahoma City Civil ception at 6 p.m. Attendees will ternoon newspaper) donated word against Sneed’s regarding tecting the public and that may an argument when our point Rights movement added to [a] be able to study silent auction archival photographs for the the murder. The courts found result in people being removed of view has already been in- spirit of collaboration, mutual items donated for the event. film, also granting permission that Mr. Sneed was the person from freedom of access to the grained. I actually have won- respect and dialogue between Funds raised at the premiere for the photos to be used in who did the killing. He negoti- public while they enter into re- dered what stance Jesus would this community and its police will help pay for legal rights to publicity. ated a life sentence by implicat- form programs. As a Christian, take regarding the death pen- force. This is highly relevant to use archival photographs from Information is available ing Mr. Glossip. Mr. Glossip has I am called to love all of God’s alty having experienced capital our national struggle of today.” national film houses and archi- from Julia Clifford, telephone always strongly asserted his in- children and to work toward all punishment himself as a com- Lt. I.G. Purser of the city po- val footage from a local televi- 360-305-7837, email director@ nocence. The one who commit- of God’s children, including me pletely innocent man. lice department had a relation- sion station. thecivilprojecdt.com. Other in- ted the murder was sentenced and all those prisoners, becom- While I do not believe any- ship of “communication and A short presentation begin- formation, including the film to life in prison; the one al- ing the persons God created us one should be executed, it mutual respect” with Mrs. Lu- ning at 6:40 p.m. will introduce trailer, can be accessed online leged to have paid for the mur- to be. bothers me greatly that we per, the NAACP youth advisor. the film, followed by the pre- at http://childrenofthecivil- der got the death penalty. That There are also many well are planning to execute a man Ultimately in the 1960s, after miere, lasting about one hour. rightsfilm.com is the way of our justice sys- documented reasons to ques- when there is ample reason to the Katz drugstore downtown After the film, at 8 p.m., vet- In initial publicity for tem. It is apparently legal, but tion whether the death penalty question whether he was in- ceased segregationist policies eran Oklahoma City journal- the Feb. 7 event, organiz- it is not right and, therefore, it actually does any good. Sever- volved in the crime at all. I do at the lunch counters, regu- ist George Tomek will inter- ers summed up the film’s sto- is not justice. When there is al studies in other states show not know whether Mr. Sneed lar service was offered regard- view some of the film crew as ry with these words: “No one not enough information to find that the death penalty costs was truthful or not. I do know less of race to customers at the well as those “children” of civil knew that a group of Oklahoma truth, all suffer. When inno- more money than life in prison, desperate people do desperate city’s lunch counters. rights. The evening will con- City kids were heroes, not even cent people are found guilty, other studies indicate the death things to save their lives. I do Presentation of the docu- clude around 9 p.m. the kids themselves.” the public remains unprotect- penalty does not serve as a de- know that I do not want to be mentary “Children of the Civ- The Oklahoma City Commu- ed. terrent to crime, and the death counted among we the people il Rights” will be held at the nity Foundation supported the www.CapitolBeatOK.com As a matter of my faith con- penalty is clearly unequally ap- who execute when there is any victions, I do not believe we hu- plied, impacting the poor, who question of possible innocence. Pixar animations in widescreen HD to accompany Philharmonic Regents approve construction of new central for a memorable night for plant on Stillwater campus and additional young and old projects continued from page 5 Staff Report the orchestra. Great for all ages! Tickets to Pixar in Concert ty and then connect the neces- Enjoy a spectacular evening range from $19 to $65 and are sary chilled water, steam and filled with memorable scores available by calling 405-TICK- electrical piping and distribu- and visually stunning movie ETS (842-5387) or 297-CCMH. tion systems that support ev- clips from Pixar Animation Stu- Get tickets online at okcphil- ery building on the Stillwater dios and the OKC Philharmon- harmonic.org. The OKC Civic campus.” ic. Center is located in downtown mances and many education- The estimated cost of the Thirteen animated mov- Oklahoma City at 201 N. Walk- al outreach concerts, includ- new plant is $75 million and ie selections, all-time favorite er. ing the Discovery Family Se- will be funded through ongo- scenes from Toy Story, Mon- The Oklahoman Pops Series ries and Youth Concerts to area ing utility operations. sters, Inc., The Incredibles is presented by The Chickasaw school children, are present- The new facility will pro- and more, will be presented in Nation, Mathis Brothers Fur- ed by the OKC Philharmonic. vide the steam and chilled wa- beautiful HD video in conjunc- niture and Tri-State Industri- Holiday performances of “The ter necessary to heat and cool tion with the music performed al Group co-sponsor the show. Christmas Show!” the July 3 the Stillwater campus. The fa- live by the entire symphony or- Additional support is provided concert in downtown Oklaho- cility will not produce electric- New central thermal plant rendering provided. chestra. It will be presented on by the Allied Arts Foundation ma City, the July 4 concert in ity. The Cowboy Windfarm tection Publications Office ter is being partially paid for Feb. 20-21 at 8 p.m. at the OKC and the Oklahoma Arts Coun- Yukon, OK, and the annual La- has supplied 70 percent of the (FPP) and renovation of the through a $2 million gift from Civic Center, organizers said. cil. bor Day concert presented at power to campus since 2013 Dairy Center. the Ferguson Family Founda- Music for Pixar in Concert The OKC Philharmonic the Oklahoma City Communi- and the remaining electricity The expansion of the FPP tion. Currently the Dairy Cen- was written by renowned com- The OKC Philharmonic em- ty College have become family is supplied from conventional in the College of Engineering, ter is located in the 1948 Dairy posers Randy Newman, Thom- ploys professional musicians traditions for thousands in Cen- power sources. Architecture and Technology Barn last updated in 1987. The as Newman, Michael Giacchi- in a per service contract. With tral Oklahoma. In other action, members of is necessary to allow room for renovations will give OSU a no, and Patrick Doyle. Collec- subscription performances Together with the Oklaho- the Board of Regents approved needed staff consolidation and competitive edge in the dairy tively, this music has won three from September through May, ma City Orchestra League, the the bid process to begin to se- future growth. The estimated industry and include an im- Academy Awards and 10 Gram- the Philharmonic presents a se- Philharmonic presents 17 dif- lect architects and construc- cost of this project is between proved free-stall barn and mys. This jaunty concert will ries of eight Classics concerts ferent education programs that tion managers for two other $2 and $2.5 million. modernized dormitory for bring you back to childhood fun and six pairs of Pops concerts bring enrichment to music lov- projects on the Stillwater cam- The $1.75 to $2.2 million live-in students who care for while you savor the sounds of each season. Regional perfor- ers of all ages. pus: expansion of the Fire Pro- renovation of the Dairy Cen- the herd. The City Sentinel Print Correction We had errors in last week’s stories about two works of art touching the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The name of his close aide was Bayard Rustin, portrayed by Ruben Santiago-Hudson. And, “Arts Around the City” Dr. King was murdered in Memphis, Tennessee. Our event calendar of art-related events in and around the Greater Oklahoma City metro area

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