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BY COLE POLAND


As you walk through the front double doors of the Blazers Ice Centre at the I-35/I-240 interchange, the cold hits you quickly.

It’s not like the familiar Oklahoma cold. That’s all wind chill. The University of Oklahoma hockey team skates indoors, of course. It’s a cold that hits your fingers like when your old man made you go outside and chop wood when all you wanted to do was watch SportsCenter. It’s a cold that gets up in your nose, turns on the sinus faucet, and leaves you absent-mindedly wiping your upper lip with the sleeve of your jacket, embarrassing your mother. It’s a cold rarely felt, only on days that make the old men at the coffee shop say, “Out of school for this?”

But it’s a welcome cold for the Sooners. Everyday, they put on the pads, lace up the skates, and find home.

“You just get that rush,” says Cory Ramsey, senior Captain“that excitement.”

The feeling travels all through the stinking locker room. The men who make up the Sooners’ roster come from all over the country and Canada.

They come here to play hockey.

They find a surrogate family in their teammates.


“It’s

awesome ...”pretty

Ramsey first picked up the game in San Diego, on roller skates. His grandfather took him to see the Anaheim Mighty Ducks, when they were still owned by Disney. Still in his childhood, he moved to Dallas with his family.

A young kid in a new town is always a tough spot to be in. But Ramsey found comfort on the ice.

“The buddies that I met playing hockey were just the greatest guys,” he says.

Head coach Peter Arvanitis will go wherever he needs to find the players who fit the Sooner system.

“They’re everywhere.”

Arvanitis is a transplant himself. You may remember the name from the 1990’s local sportscasts of the Oklahoma City Blazers. He came to Oklahoma City by way of Montreal thanks to the Blazers. He was a part of the 2000-2001 Central Hockey League championship team.

“Hockey brought me over like most of the guys that are here now,” Arvanitis says.

Colin Fernandes moved from Surrey, British Colombia. That’s near Vancouver, a long ways away from Norman. How many miles?

“I don’t know,” he answers. “I’m from Canada. We go by kilometers.”

Fernandes has been living on his own for awhile so being out here is not a big upheaval for him but he has noticed some differences.

“College sports are so big here,” he says. “It’s definitely not a part of Canadian culture and culture on campus at Canadian universities.”

College sports are big here, a concept familiar to Putnam City North alum, Aaron Krominga, class of 2011. He grew up a Sooner fan, going to Blazers games with his dad, watching Arvanitis get his shots in. When the opportunity came for him to play the sport he loves at the school he grew up loving, he jumped.

“It’s pretty awesome to play in the hometown,” he says. “(I) grew up playing in this rink, actually.”Krominga took a trip to Colorado when he was young. He watched his cousin play hockey and soon after he put on some skates for himself, he was hooked.

“I think it’s a great gig,” Arvanitis says. It’s no secret hockey rules Canada like football rules Oklahoma. Growing up in Montreal, home of the maybe most successful team in North American sports history,

the Canadiens, if you don’t like hockey then there must be something wrong with you.

“It’s something I love to do,” he says. “I’m very passionate about what I do.”

At this point in the conversation, Arvanitis narrows his focus. He wouldn’t be doing what he’s doing if he didn’t love hockey but he’s no longer talking about a broad feeling for the sport, in general. He’s talking about coaching and teaching these young men.

“I’m very fortunate to be in the position where I’m a head coach and I get to see how players develop,” not just throughout a single year but also through their Sooner lifespan. It’s rewarding watching his players grow, both on and off the ice.

They’re college kids. They go to class and study. They chase girls and don’t study. They get to know the town and all the best places to eat and stay out too late. The responsibilities start coming. But aside from all of that, away from whatever is weighing down, home is where the ice is.

“It never gets old,” Krominga says. “You just kind of get to put the world off for a while and go out there and do your thing.”


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Local Business Helps Highland East Junior HighContinue to Celebrate the Life of a Former StudentBY SARAH JENSEN & RANDI MATTOX

In the classic movie It’s a Wonderful Life, the character of Clarence said, “Strange, isn’t it? Each man’s life touches so many other lives. When he isn’t around he leaves an awful hole, doesn’t he?”

On November 11, 1999, 9th grade Highland East Junior High student Josh Kissinger was killed in a motorcycle accident. His life taken way too early, leaving a hole in the hearts of all who knew him, especially his family, his teachers, and his friends.

“He was a friend to everyone,” said his friend Casey Lambert. “He was just such a big voice in the school. Everyone could hear Josh coming down the hall because he was funny. Everywhere he went there was a wave of people laughing after him.”

Shortly after his death, Highland East Junior High collected the funds to purchase a bench to keep the memory of Josh alive. Since its creation, the bench found its home at the back of the school building.

On occasion, students would cross paths with the bench bringing to light the legacy of Josh. However, those who knew Josh wanted more.

“The only way that anyone ever saw the bench was if we had a fire drill or some reason to go outside, which isn’t super often,” said Lambert.

However, Lambert always treasured those unique outings. Now a teacher at Highland East Junior High, each trip by the bench allowed her to tell her students about her good friend Josh.

“Every time that we would go by the bench, one of my kids would always ask what the bench was for and then I would get to tell them about Josh,” said Lambert. “They would all say that it was really sad, but then I would tell them about him and how awesome he was. Then they found respect for the bench, and it was really neat. However, the next question was always about why the bench was located at the back of the school.”

And it turns out their concern was shared by many others. A small group of people had been working to move the memorial for more than three years. However, each year the group faced a new obstacle. But this fall all the pieces finally fell into place. The generosity of one local business brought the bench to the front of the building for all who enter the school to see.

Going beyond just moving the memorial bench, Moore Custom Monuments also donated a new element to the memorial. A piece of granite with Josh’s picture and a heartfelt description of how he lived his life etched into the stone was placed in front of the bench, and all of the labor and materials given as a gift to the school and family to keep Josh’s legacy alive.

Ishmael Kissinger, Josh’s brother and a teacher at Moore High School, said that he is humbled to know the community continues to celebrate his brother’s life.

“Even fifteen years after my brother’s death, his memory still lives on,” said Kissinger. “Not only with our family, but with the community.”

Kissinger said that his favorite part about his brother was his caring spirit.

“I think that’s why there were so many people who could identify with him,” said Kissinger. “He would go the extra step to make sure that everybody was comfortable or that everybody was having a good time.”

Kissinger said his younger brother, regardless of his age, taught him many lessons.

“He understood the importance of hard work and effort, and what’s really worth living for,” said Kissinger.

Kissinger hopes his brother’s admirable personality inspires others to live a happy and positive life. And that now more than ever, the students of Highland East can look at the bench and be reminded of the importance of valuing the people in your life now.

“I hope it might generate kids to just talk about caring for others,” said Kissinger. “I hope that they are able to sit there and appreciate the friends they still have with them who may have those qualities. And maybe they will exhibit those qualities as well.”

Joshua Kissinger’s family expressed their appreciation in the following statement.

“The family of Joshua Kissinger wants to thank Highland East Junior High School for keeping this precious monument dedicated to our son. The love and memory from the school, city, families, and friends never ceases to amaze us. While having a son/brother/grandchild taken from us is something we never wish on anyone, we are truly grateful to all of you who help keep his memory alive.”

“...The love and memory from the school, city, families, and friends never ceases to amaze us. While having a son/brother/grandchild taken from us is something we never wish on anyone, we are truly grateful to all of you who help keep his memory alive.”


National Dog Show Winner Has Moore ConnectionsBY COLE POLAND

Those big ole floppy ears. That long snout. The wrinkly face.

The bloodhound, the 2014 National Dog Show Best in Show winner, is so hot right now. Nathan of Skipton Farms in Maryland took home the blue ribbon and is a favorite to win Best in Show at the 2015 Westminster Dog Show.

Right here in Moore live the Musgroves—Chuck and Wendy—bloodhound breeders.

On the northeast side of town, the Musgroves breed and raise award-winning bloodhounds.

In 2003, Barkley won the Westminster Dog Show Best in Breed, Hounds division. Barkley’s formal name is fitting for a Westminster winner: Ch (Champion) Springbuk Raindance Rhapsody. Before Barkley passed in 2006, he left a National champion in his lineage.

The bloodlines of the bloodhound were one of the first breeds to be followed and cared for. Kings and monks kept the bloodhound due to the pure bloodlines of the hounds. Way back in the beginning, bloodhounds were bred as people trackers. When the prison guards needed to track down Paul Newman in “Cool Hand Luke,” they used bloodhounds.

Nowadays, bloodhounds are hunting dogs with good noses and an alarm of a howl.

The Musgroves got into the bloodhound game on kind of a lark. Chuck wanted one. That’s it.

“They’re just squishy, loveable, floppy-eared dogs,” Wendy says. “They’re just great.”

A great big dog with determination and sense of humor, bloodhounds are smart, maybe even a little too smart.

“They trick you all the time,” Chuck said. “They’re always figuring out some way to do something to you or get you. It’s really funny, and they think it’s funny. And the more you laugh at them the more they act out.”

They bought one soon after they married, and that blossomed into a full-fledged breeding business, which also began on kind of a lark.

Wendy was a reporter at WKY radio in Oklahoma City and was assigned a dog show story.

“So I took my little recorder and went up there,” she said, “and interviewed some judges, talked to the bloodhound people… and in two weeks I was at my first show.”

They were hooked after that.Hooked so much that they’re now working

on expanding their business into something much larger.

“Our current project is renovating the Hairy Paw Inn Dog Hotel and Day Care,” Wendy said. They got the clearance needed to move forward with their plans and hope to be operational by spring.

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To say that they stand out in a crowd is an understatement—dogs sporting a brightly colored coat, jewels, and maybe even some glitter—their hair crafted into intricate designs.

To some, the looks may be extravagant or extreme, but to two local dog groomers, the world of creative grooming has transformed both their lives and the lives of their dogs.

“Creative grooming has allowed dreams to come true that I never before realized were possible,” said creative groomer Lori Craig. “It has taken me all around the world to places like London, Sweden, and Canada.”

Craig currently holds the coveted title of World Champion Creative Stylist. Her designs have landed her on the cover of Groomer to Groomer Magazine three times—a feat she is very proud to have achieved.

“Whenever you are doing creative grooming, being on the cover of Groomer to Groomer Magazine is like being on the cover of Rolling Stone Magazine,” said Craig. “It is a lot of fun.”

However, for Craig, creative grooming is about far more than just fun. It has grown into one of her greatest passions, and something that she travels the world teaching. Craig began grooming over 20 years ago, and has been

creating masterpieces as a creative groomer for about 12 years.

“Dog groomers do the same thing day in and day out,” she said. “The opportunity to add a little bit of creativity, some fun, flash, and flair adds something special to your shop. All groomers are truly artists at heart, but creative grooming really allows you to explore your creativity.”

And when it comes to Craig’s creations, her creativity is shown through exquisite details that make her designs come to life on her beloved animals.

“My favorite design of all time was when I did the Lion King,” Craig said. “My big guy was made to look like a lion, and he has a zebra on one side and a giraffe on one side.”

This design brought Craig home top honors. And photos of her finished projects have been published in a book, shown on “Ripley’s Believe It Or Not,” and featured in the National Geographic Kids Magazine. And topping it all off, she and her dog were also a part of a TV Show on the Learning Channel called “Extreme Poodles. “

“It has all been a lot of fun,” said Craig. And over the years, her designs have featured a little

bit of everything. Drawing from all types of inspirations, Craig transforms her animals into creations that match the personality of the dog.

“The one that I am working on now is inspired by ‘The Phantom of the Opera,’” she said. “I really like it because it is so different. It adds a lot of different elements into the styling that I haven’t seen before.”

Creative grooming is something that continues to grow in popularity. Competitions bring out groomers by the hundreds. And entering the ring will be dogs that take on the looks of everything from Buzz Lightyear to Yoda, to all your favorite characters from “Sesame Street.”

Local groomer Melissa Wallin became interested in the sport after seeing other groomers compete.

“I have only competed once, but it was really great,” said Wallin. “It is a great bonding experience with your dog. They really enjoy all of the one-on-one time that you spend with them. For most dogs, being on the table is relaxing, and I loved sharing the experience with him.”

In her only competition, Wallin brought her love for the book and movie character Harry Potter to life, winning first place.

“I just think of what’s cool and interesting to me, and then I try to incorporate it into something that can be done on the dog,” Wallin said.

Adorned in Harry Potter’s wizard robe, her design featured the character’s iconic lighting bolt scar and glasses.

Extreme Doggie Looks: Inside the World of Creative GroomingBY SARAH JENSEN


“I cut his fur to match the scarf that Harry Potter wears, coloring it to match the exact colors,” said Wallin. “Then I cut and colored part of the hair on his back to resemble Harry Potter’s owl, and his tail became a broomstick.”

And the process to bring these extravagant creations to life does not happen overnight. It is a long process with many hours poured into each project.

“It is a very time-consuming thing,” Craig said. “The hardest part is letting the hair grow. You have to have a big fluff ball of a dog to be able to start something with a really extreme design.”

After you have the growth of hair needed, the next step is the process of coloring the hair to match the design. Craig said that she will lightly trim in the pattern to know where to color. The remainder of the detailed work comes right before the competitions, so that the designs are perfect when the dogs enter the ring.

“It is the best feeling to see your design complete,” said Craig. “And to see your animal thrive off all of the positive attention.”

However, some critics call the process of creative grooming cruel to the animals involved. Yet Craig says that is far from the truth, and that there are a number of misconceptions out there about the creative grooming process.

“What people don’t understand is that we don’t keep the dogs on the grooming table for more than two hours at a time,” said Craig. “My dogs are standard poodles, and they have to be groomed weekly anyway. So we incorporate preparation for upcoming creative competitions or shows into their regular grooming session. So it may seem like a long time, but it is broken up.”

In fact, Craig also serves as the president of the Creative Groomers Association, which advocates the safety and protection of the dogs.

“We work to educate people on what products to use on their animals,” said Craig. “There are a lot of dog-labeled products out there on the market, but they are not regulated. That’s why most of us use human-labeled because they are tested on animals. Even though we don’t advocate for the testing of products on animals, we use that research and apply it to our usage plans to ensure the safety of our dogs.”

And for both Craig and Wallin, their animals take priority in the process of creative grooming.

“I like to go in at night, when my family is asleep, to work on my designs,” said Craig. “I bring just my dog. So I have no phone ringing, no interruptions and my dog and I get to bond. My dogs love being on the table for that reason. It is just straight bonding time.”

So next time you see a Harry Potter or a Ninja Turtle at the dog park, know that it is more than meets the eye. It is truly a masterpiece brought from conception to reality by the hands of a creative groomer.

“Dogs thrive on positive attention,” said Craig. “When you see a colored dog in a crowd and a natural dog in a crowd, people are going to run up and want to pet the colored dog. It brings them so much attention. It is just positive reinforcement, and the dogs absolutely love it.”




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City Council Approves Name for New Park, Recreation Center, and Aquatic Center

Large cranes and steel beams now grace the land that sits at the corner of southeast 4th Street and Broadway. For decades the land was a portion of Dr. Curtis Berry’s family farm, but today it stands as the home for Moore’s newest park.

“I remember crossing the railroad crossing at 4th Street, looking at the vacant land and having a conversation with Stan Drake and one of our consultants about getting that land and doing something with it,” said Moore assistant city manager Todd Jenson. “That was in 2011. Now we are three years out, and we not only have the land but also are doing something with it. In three or four years, we have made remarkable progress.”

And as work continues on the high-profile project, the process to name the new park, recreation center and aquatic center is

now complete. The new park will be called Dr. Curtis Berry Central Park, and the recreation center and aquatic center will be called The Station at Central Park.

“That name goes back to the railroad theme, and all of that will be a large part of that facility and the park itself. So we are excited about it,” said Jenson. “We think they are really cool names.”

The process of naming the two projects was truly a community effort. A diverse group of stakeholders started the process with about 20 names. They then narrowed it down to three choices for each project. At that point, it was promoted to the community to vote on envisionmoore.org. And over 3,000 citizens cast their votes.

“Central Park was about 40% of the vote, and the other two names made up the remaining 60% of the vote. When it came

to naming the recreation center and aquatic center, The Station got about 56% of the vote,” Jenson said. “The number of people that voted was awesome. That is almost 10% of the population. Any time you get that kind of participation, it is really exciting. It gets buy-in and involvement—and it is fun. It gives people a sense that they are contributing to their community, so that is important.”

The new park will truly be the community’s park, providing citizens with high-quality amenities that the city has been unable to provide in the past.

“It is something that the community should really be proud of,” said Jenson. “The actual structure was started in late July and early August. Here we are, about four months into it, and right now they have done the foundation, the piers for

the recreation center. The structural steel is going up. You are actually seeing the building take shape now. Now they are also doing a lot of the underground work for the amphitheater and the farmers’ market.”

Jenson said that the project is still on-track to be complete in late October of next year, an exciting project that has gone from a mere idea to reality in just over three years.

“It is truly remarkable what the community has done to make this project possible,” Jenson said. “It was truly a team effort.”

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“That name goes back to the railroad theme, and all of that will be a large part of [the] facility and the park itself. So we are excited about it.”

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New Year—New Start: Now is a Great Time to Stop Smoking

If you quit smoking and using tobacco products, you will likely add years to your life. You will breathe easier and have more energy. You will also• have a better sense of taste• change your environment and make it healthier for yourself, your friends, and your family members. This is especially important for children and grandchildren.• have an improved sense of smell• set a healthy example for friends and family• have extra money to spend or save for a rainy day • reduce chances of cancer, heart attack, and lung disease• improve your blood circulation• have no odor of smoke in your hair, your clothes, your car, and your house.

Cigarette smoke damages your lungs and airways. Over time as airways swell, you will have more and more trouble clearing mucus from your airways and lungs. This is what causes that cough that never seems to go away.

When you smoke, normal breathing may become harder and harder, and you are at risk of developing emphysema. Emphysema destroys lung tissue and makes it hard to get enough oxygen.

Smoking can shorten your life. Smoking is the cause of early death for over 400,000 people each year in our country. Some of the health problems smoking causes are heart disease, osteoporosis, cancer, and respiratory problems.

While this is all very gloomy information, there is lots of good news about quitting. As soon as you stop smoking, your lungs, heart, and circulatory system start getting better.• The chances of heart attack, stroke, and other circulatory diseases begin to drop within the first year after you quit. • Within the first year after quitting, the odds of developing heart disease are cut in half. • Blood flow to your hands and feet gets stronger. • Breathing becomes easier within a few months after the final cigarette.• The chance of getting cancer from smoking begins to shrink. The sooner you quit, the greater the benefits to your health. Within 10 to 15 years after quitting, the risk of cancer may be almost as low as that of a non-smoker.

People worry about gaining weight when they quit smoking. This is not really a valid worry. Many people who stop smoking gain little or no weight. Even if you gain a few pounds, you’ll be much healthier than if you kept smoking.

Nicotine is a drug-like chemical in cigarette smoke. It is the main reason tobacco products are addictive. The first few weeks after quitting are the hardest, and some people have withdrawal symptoms. You might become grumpy, hungry or tired. You may have headaches, feel depressed, or have problems sleeping or concentrating. Each person is different and some people have no withdrawal symptoms at all.

Smoking is a strong addiction for both your mind and your body. It is hard to quit but people do succeed. There is a lot of help available such as• self-help literature• individual or group counseling• support groups• quit with a friend• medicine to help with nicotine withdrawal• nicotine replacement therapy.

Sometimes combining several methods is the answer. The first step is to make a firm decision to quit. With a new year we have a chance for a new start. Now is a great time to quit smoking.

SENIOR MOMENT


January is a Great Month to “Fall Proof ” Your Home

Senior living communities have been a popular choice for people who have a history of falling down because typically the building has design features that help reduce fall risk. Minimum thresholds, walk-in showers, handrails, contrasting colors, low-pile flooring, and non-glare lighting are examples of possible senior living building amenities that help to lower fall incidents.

As people age they experience physical and lifestyle changes that can also lead to falls. The effects and interactions of medications may be different than the past. Prescription and over-the-counter medications can cause dizziness or light-headedness that lead to falls. It is a good idea to show a complete list of all medications, herbs, and remedies to your physician at each visit to help maintain safety and good health. Some other general tips to reduce fall risk are:

• Have your eyes and vision examined annually.

• Stay physically active. Exercise helps to prevent falls, especially activities that enhance balance and coordination. A lot of exercise and stretching can be done from or using a sturdy chair for balance.

• Wear shoes with non-slip soles. Socks can be a slipping risk.

• Wear pants and clothing that are properly hemmed and don’t bunch up or drag on the ground.

• Take your time moving from a lying or sitting position to standing.

• Use the arms of sturdy furniture to steady yourself when you sit down, reach, or stand up.

• Use a reacher to retrieve items from the floor without bending over and from high shelves without using a footstool. You can use a reacher to wipe up spills while seated or standing.

• Keep a telephone by your bed and in other easy to reach locations.

• Take a pause before going up or down stairs.

FLOORS AND FURNITURE• Clean up clutter. Move newspapers,

furniture, plants, and electrical cords out of traffic areas.

• Store clothing, towels, and household items where you can safely reach them.

• Eliminate uneven floor surfaces. Replace high doorway thresholds between rooms with low, beveled ones, or remove them.

• Replace thick carpets with dense, low-pile carpet or leave the floors uncovered.

• Arrange furniture to give you plenty of room to walk freely.

• Secure carpets to the floor and stairs. Remove throw rugs. Use non-slip rugs or attach rugs to the floor with double- sided tape.

• Put non-slip tape strips on steps, bathtub, and floors.

BATHROOM• Use a shower chair/bench.• Rinse all soap from tub / shower before

getting out.• Install adjustable height shower heads.• Mount grab bars with secure

reinforcement at the toilet, bath and shower walls.

• Secure bath mats with non-slip, double-sided rug tape.

• Install a night-light to help you get to the bathroom safely.

BEDROOM• Sit in a sturdy armchair to dress and

undress.• Use a long-handled shoehorn to put on

shoes without bending over. • Use a dressing stick to pull on pants or

skirts, take off socks, and reach clothes that are hung up high.

• Place a portable commode or a plastic urinal near your bed.

KITCHEN• Keep clean pans on the stove or in

a countertop rack instead of hanging or putting them in a cabinet.

• Store plates, bowls, cups, and other frequently used items in an easily accessible drawer or shelf.

• Sit in a sturdy chair when you cut vegetables or do other kitchen tasks.

• Install slide-out shelving or a lazy susan. • Use a wheeled cart for extra storage and

to help move heavy items. For example, use it to move a dish from the refrigerator to the oven.

• Keep the floor dry. Have paper towels and a reacher handy for cleanup.

STAIRWAYS• Check that handrails are

securely fastened. • Install handrails on both sides of steps.• Put non-slip tape on steps.

LIGHTING• Place nightlights in hallways, bedrooms,

bathrooms, kitchen, and stairways.• Install light switches at the top and

bottom of stairs. • Place a lamp near your bed. Touch on/

off lamps are easier to use.• Add lighting to dark spaces, entrances,

and walkways. • Keep a flashlight by your bed and in

other easy to find locations in case the power goes out.

• Use light bulbs that have the highest wattage recommended for the fixture.

People who are prone to fall should wear an emergency call pendant or keep someone in the house who can help if needed. Assisted living communities provide access to staff 24 hour a day. They can escort you while you walk, help you transfer from place to place, and be of service afterwards if you should fall. Call Featherstone Assisted Living Community of Moore at 799-9919 for more tips and helpful information.

BY JOYCE CLARK, CEO OF ACHIEVIS SENIOR LIVING

SENIOR LIVING


SKETCHES OF MOORE

Two Centenarians’ Secret to HappinessBY L.T. HADLEY

Note: This edition of Sketches of Moore was first published in the November 2009 edition of Moore Monthly.

On July 4th, 1776, the signatures of 56 men from the 13 United States notified the world that “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness.” These men did not presume to promise Happiness, but the Pursuit of Happiness. In the 232 years since that day, thousands of citizens, residents, immigrants and hopefuls, each in his own way, have joined that pursuit in our fair land.

Our town has been the stage for every possible effort, plan, dream and desire to fulfill the great American dream—happiness. Among the multitudes that lived, worked and “pursued” are two very distinctive former residents who each found satisfaction and fulfillment in reaching beyond their own personal needs to help make life more pleasant and meaningful to others. Both lived to a grand old age, never losing zeal for helping others.

Dennis Almack was a native of Kansas who came to Moore in 1925 after he met and married the daughter of Cleveland County commissioner R. F. McBride. Almack and his wife later settled on a farm outside Moore’ then Dennis became a traveling agent for an insurance company. In 1934, he took the examination for postmaster and on May 29, 1934, President Franklin D. Roosevelt appointed and commissioned him postmaster in Moore. He served in this position for 25 years.

Mr. Almack was a diligent worker, putting in long hours on the job. He knew everyone in Moore and their address. For ten years, he met the mail train at 5 a.m. every day. The only incident happened one morning when he was awakened by the train, leaped out of bed, hit the dresser and broke a rib. Nonetheless, he ran to meet the train only to find it was the 1 o’clock train, not the 5 o’clock.

He became actively involved in the Boy Scout movement in 1937, serving in all capacities from cub master to assistant

district commissioner and finally won the Silver Beaver Award for volunteer work. He was a charter member of his church in 1961, serving as elder, trustee, treasurer and other positions. His motto was “I try to live by the Golden Rule. I always try to find some good in everyone. It is there, if you look for it.” Dennis lived far past 100 years of age.

Sallie Dyer was born in Missouri in 1900, but her family moved the next year and settled in the Moore area. She was only nine when her mother died, but a neighboring family, the Samuel Dyers, befriended the family. Eventually, when she was 17, Sallie married their son, Melvin. When they moved into Moore, Mel built the first brick house in Moore for his wife. The house where they spent the rest of their lives still stands on West Main.

Sallie worked as a Red Cross volunteer and was given a certificate of appreciation from President Roosevelt for her more than 2,000 hours of service. She volunteered for 20 years in the

school’s health program. In later years, she, along with other Senior Citizens, worked diligently to raise money for the new Senior Citizens Center. Her main contribution was hours and miles of tiny, perfect stitching on quilts. She went daily to the center to quilt even until she was 98 years old. She lived until just shortly before her 100th birthday.

These are only two of the multitudes of people of Moore who have found that the concern and interest in the well-being of others has been an important part of their successful “pursuit of happiness.” One poet wrote, “I have wept in the night for the shortness of sight that to another’s needs made me blind. But I never have yet had one single regret for being a little too kind.”


BY COLE POLAND

The 2014 volleyball season found the city on the uptick.

The Moore Lions finished Regional runners-up to Norman North, while Westmoore and Southmoore were eliminated in the first round of Regionals.

The SaberCats earned a spot at State for the 2013 season so this season found them short of repeating the feat. Even so, the Cats found plenty of underclass talent to replace the senior anchors.

Westmoore graduates a couple of important pieces but have a well of players capable of keeping the program moving forward.

Moore found themselves in not too familiar territory, winning two tournaments, one being the Westmoore-hosted Jaguar Invitational. They’ll have some work to do as they graduate six players from this All-City roster.

Here’s the complete roster for The Moore Daily’s 2014 All-City Volleyball team, in alphabetical order.

First TeamKayla Brackett (Sr) - SouthmooreMarissa Hundley (Sr) - SouthmooreAria Lewis (Sr) - MooreEmily Lynch (Sr) - MooreSummer Middleton (Sr) - WestmooreKelsey Taylor (Sr) – Westmoore

Second TeamKayla Brannon (Fr) - SouthmoorePeyton Franklin (Sr) - MooreBrianna Manvell (So) - MooreSydney Meget ( Jr) - SouthmooreShelby Timms (So) - SouthmooreKeely Waters (Sr) - Westmoore

Honorable MentionChloe Connalis ( Jr) - MooreMegan Holmes (Sr) - MooreShyann Latta (Sr) - MooreMolly Likes (So) - WestmooreBrooklyn McCain (So) - SouthmooreJordyn Owens ( Jr) - MooreTristian Peters (Sr) - MooreAlex Ryan (Fr) - SouthmooreCara Williamson (Sr) - WestmooreMiranda Zawisza ( Jr) - Westmoore

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We combed through all the fastest times from the recent season. Here’s your 2014 All-City Cross Country runners.

WomenAlley Bryant – MooreSavannah Cotton – WestmooreEvelia Gomez – SouthmooreMadalyn Harper - WestmooreJasmine Jaurez - WestmooreSydney Muzny - WestmooreElizabeth Reidlinger - WestmooreAshlyne Reneau - WestmooreSavannah Waddell - WestmooreNastasja Yargel – Moore

MenAnthony Allen - MooreJake Bowen – WestmooreJared Brown – WestmooreAnthony Dack – MooreGarrett Elmore – WestmoorePatrick Johnson – WestmooreCalvin Miller – WestmooreBrandon Ong - WestmooreDaniel Pedraza – SouthmooreHunter Simms - Westmoore

Cross Country All-City Rosters


COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

GENERAL

YMCA Before and After School Care, Moore Community Center; call 378-0420 for participating schools and more info.

Big Trash Pick Up. Moore residents will be allowed two FREE big trash pick-ups a year and one free voucher to the city land-fill for each physical address in Moore. Call 793-5070 to schedule your pick-up.

Neighborhood Watch Program. Moore Police Dept. is starting a Neighborhood Watch Program. If interested in helping your neighborhood reduce crime, contact Sgt. Jeremy Lewis, 793-4448.

Adopt A Pet. Call Moore Animal Shelter, 793-5190; 3900 S. I-35 Service Rd. Open M–F 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sat. 8 a.m. to 12 noon. Closed on Holidays.

First Church Moore, 201 W. Main. Every Wednesday, 4 p.m. Homework and Hang-out for Youth (7–12 grades). Free Commu-nity Dinner at 5:30 p.m. Family Activities & Church School at 6 p.m.

Afterschool Matters, an after-school pro-gram from FBC Moore that helps students toward academic success. Available to first- through sixth-graders every Tuesday from 3 to 6 p.m. Contact director Carissa Taylor at [email protected] to learn more about enrolling your child or to volunteer.

Fresh Start Community Church Food Pantry 309 N Eastern Avenue, West Cam-pus Family Life Center. Open the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month from 5 to 6 p.m. Canned and dry goods available. Must be a resident of Moore. (Bring an ID)

Oklahoma Home and Community Edu-cation-Robinson Group, 11 a.m. 201 W. Indian Hills Rd., Moore. Contact Phyllis Embrey, 895-6630.

Dementia/Alzheimer’s Support Group, Village on the Park, 1515 Kingsridge, OKC, 3 p.m. Contact Karen Proctor at 692-8700.

American Legion. Every Wednesday of the month, 12–4 p.m. 207 SW 1st Street. For info, call Preston Simms 550-8516.

VOLUNTEERS

The Hugs Project, non-profit organiza-tion puts together care packages for our troops in the Middle East. For info call 651-8359 or [email protected].

Blue Star Mothers of America. Moore City Hall is a donation drop-off for items for our service members overseas. For needs, see www.bsmok6.org or go to City Hall.

Help Deliver Meals to Moore homebound residents. Volunteer drivers needed. Call Darlene Carrell, 793-9069, Brand Center.

Moore Food Resource Center, a part of the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma, allows volunteers to help fight hunger in Moore. Volunteers at the Moore Food Resource Center will assist with a variety of tasks, including: serving as client shopper help-ers, assisting with loading and unloading vehicles, sorting and shelving food items, and cleaning. The Moore Food Resource Center is located at 2635 N. Shields. For more information on becoming a volun-teer, contact Clay Diers at [email protected] or 405-600-3186.

Serve Moore. Need help cleaning up or repairing your property after the tornado? Serve Moore is here to help get you back on your feet. Located at 200 S. Howard Ave. in Moore. Call for services or to volunteer, 735-3060. Tuesday–Saturday 9 a.m.–6 p.m.

SENIORS

Moore Senior Citizen nutrition site. Brand Senior Center, 501 E. Main, 793-9069. Open 8 a.m.–4 p.m., Mon.–Fri. Meal offered at 11:30. Call by 1 p.m. the day before to request a meal. Donation for a meal for seniors 60 and above, $2.25. Required cost for meal for guests under 60, $5.00

P.A.L.S. Program for Seniors. Seniors will be assigned to a buddy who will call every

day to check on you. Sign up with Sgt. Lewis, Moore Police Dept., 793-4448.

Moore Council on Aging. Seniors may have transportation anywhere in the City of Moore for errands or appointments. 8 a.m.–3 p.m., Mon.–Fri. Call 799-3130 at least one day in advance.

New Types of Transportation:*Metro Transit will provide van service for age 60 and older on Tuesday and Thurs-day from the Moore area to OKC medical appointments. Call Jackie at 297-2583.*“Share-A-Fare” Age 60 and over or dis-abled to purchase taxi fare at 40% off.

Project Return Home For Alzheimer’s patients in Moore. For information about enrolling a loved one, contact Virginia Guild at 793-4478 or Sgt. Jeremy Lewis at 793-4448.

CLUBS

AARP meets on the fourth Tuesday of every month at 5 p.m. at the Brand Se-nior Center, 501 East Main St., Moore. Programs are on subjects of interest to persons 50 years and over. Potluck dinner follows the program each month.

Moore Old Town Association meets the fourth Tuesday of every month at First United Methodist Church. For further in-formation contact Janie Milum at: [email protected]

Malcolm Hunter Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, Moore, OK, meets second Wednesday of each month at Hillcrest Presbyterian Church, 6600 S. Penn, at 1 p.m. Call Pat Towns, 376-5653.

Moore Rotary Club. Wednesdays at Bel-mar Golf Club, 1025 E. Indian Hills Road. Civic organization dedicated to contribut-ing and volunteering in our community.

The Oklahoma Women Veterans Organization meets at 11 a.m. the third Saturday during the months of: February, April, June, August, October, and Decem-ber. Meeting location is the Sunnylane...


CLUBS & CLASSES

... Family Reception Center, 3900 SE 29th St, Del City. If you need directions, call 405-445-7040.

South OKC Rotary Club. Fridays, 12 to 1 p.m. at Southwest Integris Cancer Center, SW 44th and Southwestern. Civic orga-nization dedicated to contributing and volunteering in our community.

Moore Horseshoe Club. Every Thursday, 6 p.m. at Fairmoore Park. Contact Johnny Vanderburg 237-1171

WOMEN

South OKC Women’s Connection. This club meets every 3rd Wednesday at noon at Southern Hills Baptist Church, 8601 S. Penn, OKC. Call Joyce, 692-8792, for more information. Nursery provided!

Moms Club of Moore meets every sec-ond Thursday of the month at Westmoore Community Church. www.momsclubsof-moore.com

FITNESS

First Baptist Church of Moore. FBC Moore Community Life/Recreation Center. Two basketball courts and racquetball courts, fitness center, walking/running track. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday: Open 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday and Friday: Open 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday: Open 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Call 735-2527.

Tai Chi is available at First Baptist Church Moore every Thursday at 6 p.m. for ages 13 and up. The class is free. Call 405-793-2600 for more information.

Karate is available at First Baptist Church Moore every Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m. to noon. The classes are free for anyone ages eight and up. Uniforms available at a discounted rate. Call 405-793-2600 for more information.

Morning Fitness is available at First Bap-tist Church Moore every Monday at 9 a.m. Ages 40 and up preferred. The class is $2. Call 405-793-2600 for more information.

Morning Bootcamp is available at First Baptist Church Moore every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 10 a.m. Ages 13 and up. The class is $2. Call 405-793-2600 for more information.

Afternoon Bootcamp is available at First Baptist Church Moore every Tuesday and Thursday at 6 p.m. Ages 13 and up. The class is $2. Call 405-793-2600 for more information.

Pickleball is available at First Baptist Church Moore every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 11 a.m. Ages 10 and up. The class is free. Call 405-793-2600 for more information.

Zumba with Crystal happens at 7:15 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday at First Chris-tian Church, 629 NW 12th. Cost is $4 for one class or $15 for a five-class punch card. For more information contact Crystal Forinash at 405-626-8711; [email protected] or at the website crystalnelson.zumba.com.

Senior Exercise at the Brand Senior Cen-ter is at 10:15 a.m. on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

Moore Community Center Zumba Classes Fee is $15 dollars a month per person, Tuesdays at 6:15 p.m. and Saturdays at 10:15 a.m. Instructor: Ritchel Schultz. For more information call 405-793-5090.

Zumba. $3 fee per class. Monday night at 7:15 p.m. at the Christian Life Center located at 201 W. Main St.

MUSIC/ARTS

Southern Hills School of Fine Arts, 8 601 S. Penn, OKC 73159. Enrolling chil-dren and adults for private lessons in piano, voice, guitar, bass, drums, strings, brass and woodwinds. Call David Allen at 589-3618.

Sooner Sensation Show Chorus, Sweet Adelines. Tuesdays at 6 p.m. at Fresh Start Church. 309 N Eastern. Call 436-5828 for more information.

RECOVERY/SUPPORT

Fresh Start Community Church Celebrate Recovery, 12-Step Program will meet on Tuesday nights, 6:30 p.m. at 309 N East-ern, 794-7313.

Beth Haven Baptist Church, 12400 S. Western hosts a HOPE Addictions Recovery meeting every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. Call Pastor Rick Carter at 691-6990 for information.

First Baptist Church Grief Share. Support group for individuals and family members struggling with life events such as death, divorce, disappointments; and learn-ing healthy ways to cope with life. Meets weekly on Monday nights at 6:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church, 301 NE 27th Street. Contact Joyce Erwin at 826-6749 for info.

First Baptist Church Celebrate Recovery. Support and help for those struggling with addiction. Meets weekly on Thursday nights at 6:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church, 301 NE 27th Street. Call Joel at 202-8741 for more information.

Check outthe Calendar@


CHILDREN’S DEPT.

Library Closed, New Year’s DayThursday, January 1

Read, Create and Play11 a.m. - Saturday, January 3, 17

Story Time 10 a.m. - Tuesday, January 6, 13, 20, 27

Books, Barks and Buddies 6:30 p.m. - Tuesday, January 6

Lapsit Story Time10 and 10:45 a.m. - Wednesday, January 7, 14, 21, 28

Make and Take 10 a.m. - Thursday, January 8, 22

Sensory Story Time10 a.m. – Friday, January 16

Library Closed, Martin Luther King Jr. DayMonday, January 19

TEENS AND ADULTS

Affordable Care Act Open Enrollment 5 p.m. – Monday, January 5 1 p.m. – Saturday, January 17 5 p.m. – Tuesday, January 20 2 p.m. – Tuesday, January 27

Computer Basics 9:30 a.m. – Tuesday, January 6

CHILDREN’S DEPT.


Children’s Story Time and Craft10 a.m. and 11 a.m. - Monday, January 5, 12, 26

Baby Story Time 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. – Thursday, January 8, 15, 22, 29

Minecraft Club5 p.m. – Monday, January 12, 26

KidTech: Afterschool Technology Club 5 p.m. – Friday, January 16, 30


Good Night Story Time 6 p.m. - Tuesday, January 20

TLC (Touch, Learn and Create)10 a.m. – Wednesday, January 21

The Tree of Winter, presented by the OKC Zoo 4:30 p.m. – Thursday, January 29

Moore Public LibraryZumba6 p.m. - Thursday, January 8, 15, 22, 29

Internet Basics, Part 19:30 a.m. – Tuesday, January 13

Lego Mindstorm Robots 10 a.m. - Saturday, January 17


Teen Scratch Coding Class5 p.m. – Wednesday, January 21

Smartphone Basics6:30 p.m. – Thursday, January 22

On the Same Page Book Discussion 5:30 p.m. - Monday, January 26

Couponing 101 with Consumer Queen 6:30 p.m. – Monday, January 26

Facebook for Beginners 9:30 a.m. – Tuesday, January 27

Teen College Scholarship andEssay Writing with OU Writing Center6:30 p.m. – Tuesday, January 27

Moore Reads Book Discussion 6:30 p.m. - Thursday, January 29

Advanced Couponing 2 p.m. – Saturday, January 31

TEENS AND ADULTS


Composing Thank You Notes7 p.m. – Tuesday, January 13

Afternoon Story Time 2 p.m. – Wednesday, January 14


Resume Robot10 a.m. – Tuesday, January 20

Teen Create With 3D Pens6 p.m. – Thursday, January 22

EVENTS

SW OKC Public Library


MOORE COMMUNITY CENTER

Normal Hours of OperationMonday - Thursday: 8 a.m. - 9 p.m.Friday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sunday: Closed

Open Gym 15 & under (school ID recommended) Monday - Friday: 2:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.

16 & up (must have ID)Monday - Wednesday: 5:30 pm - 8:30 pmSat: 10am-5:30pm

Hours are subject to change without notice. Gym may be closed at any time due to special events, league play, or other activities.

Zumba Fitness at Moore Community Center, $15 a month per person or $5 per class. Tuesdays at 6:15 p.m., Saturdays at 10:15 a.m. Instructor, Ritchel Schultz. For more information, call 405-793-5090.

Tippi Toes at Moore Community Center High-energy dance classes for ages 15 months to ten years. Mini shows will be held in the fall with a spring recital in May. Tuition is $50 per month and registration is $30, which includes a t-shirt. Visit www.tippitoesdance.com or call 361-3620 for information.

Schedule is as follows:Tuesday 5:30 p.m.: Toddler & Me (ages 15 months-3 years)Tuesday 6:15 p.m.: Tippi Toes I (ages 3-4)Thursday 5:30 p.m.: Baby Ballet (ages 2-3)Thursday 6:15 p.m.: Tippi Toes II (ages 5-7)Thursday 7:00 p.m.: Hip Hop/Jazz (ages 7-10)

TEENS AND ADULTS


Composing Thank You Notes7 p.m. – Tuesday, January 13

Afternoon Story Time 2 p.m. – Wednesday, January 14


Resume Robot10 a.m. – Tuesday, January 20

Teen Create With 3D Pens6 p.m. – Thursday, January 22

City of MooreParks & Recreation

For more info on activities and times, call 793-9069. January 1 Closed January 2 10:00 a.m. MCOA Monthly MeetingJanuary 6 10:00 a.m. Country Music House Singers January 8 10:00 a.m. Rachel LangJanuary 13 10:00 a.m. Last Chance Band 10:00 a.m. Library 10:30 a.m. Blood Pressure and Sugar Checks provided

by Loving Care 11:00 a.m. Cold Stress provided by OG&EJanuary 14 10:30 a.m. Blood Pressure ChecksJanuary 15 10:00 a.m. Health Fair 10:30 a.m. Blood Pressure Checks provided by Arbor HouseJanuary 19 ClosedJanuary 20 10:00 a.m. Country Music House Singers 12:15 p.m. AARP Board Meeting January 21 11:45 a.m. Fresh Cobbler provided by Village on the ParkJanuary 22 10:30 a.m. Ear Care with Janet January 26 10:00 a.m. MCOA Board MeetingJanuary 27 10:00 a.m. BINGO with Allegiance Credit Union 10:00 a.m. Library January 28 11:15 a.m. Fun Healthy Trivia January 29 10:30 a.m. Brook Scroggins will sing &dance

Exercise: Mon, Wed, Fri 10:15 a.m. ExerciseWednesday 12:15 p.m. Line Dancing LessonsThursday 9-11 a.m. Wood CarvingThursday 1 p.m. Oil Painting

Dominos, Card Games, Jig-Saw puzzles, Pool, Quilting, and volunteer work to assist the home bound is available at the Brand Center daily.Moore Council On Aging Bus Service: 99-3130 Seniors may have transportation anywhere in the city of Moore for errands or appointments 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Moore Senior Citizen Nutrition Site Brand Center: 501 E. Main. Reservations for meals: 793-9069. Donation for a meal for seniors 60 and above, $2.25. Re-quired cost for meal for guests under 60, $5.00

Brand Senior Center


CALENDAR OF EVENTS - JANUARY 2015

JANUARY 1 • THURSDAYNEW YEAR’S DAY

JANUARY 2 • FRIDAYS. OKC Rotary Club. Meeting is at noon. Southwest Integris Cancer Center. SW 44th and S. Western.

Elvis Movie Legend. It’s a brand-new Elvis show starring Joshua Vanover as The King! Remember all those great Elvis movies, the ones that made you feel great and got your toe to tapping? The Yellow Rose Theater invites you to join them for this all new show that will take you back through some of the greatest Elvis movie songs of all time. The evening will also include the energy and excitement of a LIVE ELVIS! concert. If you love Elvis then this is the show for you. CALL 405-793-7779 Today for Tickets and reservations all tickets include Dinner and Show!

JANUARY 3 • SATURDAYElvis Movie Legend. CALL 405-793-7779 Today for Tickets and reservations all tickets include Dinner and Show!

JANUARY 4 • SUNDAYOklahoma Seniors Caberet Auditions Shine your shoes Shine up your tap shoes, loosen up your vocal cords, and get ready for the seventh Oklahoma Seniors Cabaret auditions. If you’re 55 and have a talent you’d like to showcase, you’re invited to audition for the show. Auditions will be Sunday, January 4 and January 11, 2pm to 7pm at the Messiah Church, North Portland & the Northwest Expressway. The 6th annual extravaganza will be in the fall of 2015. New members and performers sought include singers, dancers, quartets, actors, novelty acts and a seamstress. Members who do not perform are needed for various duties such as computer skills, telephone committee, and various other committees. A Compact disc player will be provided for performers. Please call Joan Colee 840-1242 to schedule an audition time. The Extravaganza is a joint project between the University of Oklahoma’s Speech and Hearing Clinic and the Okla-homa Seniors Cabaret. Proceeds from the

show is given to seniors needing hearing aids through the John W. Keys Speech and Hearing Center.

JANUARY 5 • MONDAYCity Council Meeting at Moore City Hall at 6:30 p.m., 301 N. Broadway, 793-5000.

Alzheimer’s and Dementia Support Group 3:00pm at Village on the Park, 1515 Kingsridge. For more information contact Karen Proctor at 405-692-8700 or email [email protected]

JANUARY 6 • TUESDAYCancer Support Group. 6:30 pm. First United Methodist Church, 201 W Main St. Call Richelle Leibold at 794-6671.

JANUARY 7 • WEDNESDAYAmerican Legion. Open for all veterans from 12–4 p.m. at 207 SW 1st St. in Moore. Call for more information 794-5446.

Moore Rotary Club. Noon, Belmar Golf Club 1025 E. Indian Hills Rd.

Community Dinner. 5:30 p.m. Free meal for residents at First Church of Moore, 301 W. Main St. Call 794-6671 for more info.

Post Partum Depression Support Group 7:00 pm at Balance Women’s Health, 1105 SW 30th Ct. A support group open to women in the community who are cur-rently experiencing or have had symptoms of PPD. For more information contact Feli-cia Ezell-Goodner at 405-378-2727 or by email at [email protected]. You can also visit www.balancewom-enshealth.com

JANUARY 8 • THURSDAYVFW Bruce January Post 8706 Monthly Meeting. Join us on the second Thursday of every month at the Lynlee Mae Event Center, 501 W. Main in Moore. The meet-ing starts at 7 p.m. and all veterans are welcome. For more information call John Higgins at 405-414-3717 or check out the website at 222.vfwpost8706.org.

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Elvis Movie Legend. CALL 405-793-7779 Today for Tickets and reservations all tickets include Dinner and Show.

JANUARY 10 • SATURDAYElvis Movie Legend. CALL 405-793-7779 Today for Tickets and reservations all tickets include Dinner and Show!

JANUARY 11 • SUNDAYOklahoma Seniors Caberet Auditions Shine your shoes Shine up your tap shoes, loosen up your vocal cords, and get ready for the seventh Oklahoma Seniors Cabaret auditions. If you’re 55 and have a talent you’d like to showcase, you’re invited to audition for the show. Auditions will be Sunday, January 4 and January 11, 2pm to 7pm at the Messiah Church, North Portland & the Northwest Expressway. The 6th annual extravaganza will be in the fall of 2015. New members and performers sought include singers, dancers, quartets, actors, novelty acts and a seamstress. Members who do not perform are needed for various duties such as computer skills, telephone committee, and various other committees. A Compact disc player will be provided for performers. Please call Joan Colee 840-1242 to schedule an audition time. The Extravaganza is a joint project between the University of Oklahoma’s Speech and Hearing Clinic and the Okla-homa Seniors Cabaret. Proceeds from the show is given to seniors needing hearing aids through the John W. Keys Speech and Hearing Center.

Post Partum Depression Support Group 7:00 pm at Balance Women’s Health, 1105 SW 30th Ct.





Post Partum Depression Support Group 7:00 pm at Balance Women’s Health, 1105 SW 30th Ct.

JANUARY 15 • THURSDAYElvis Movie Legend. If you love Elvis then this is the show for you. CALL 405-793-7779 Today for Tickets and reservations all tickets include Dinner and Show!


Friday Night Live for Him!! Join the Singles of FBC Moore for “Friday Night Live for HIM.” There’s a dinner for a small charge at 6:30 p.m. in our Atrium (op-tional), followed by a wonderful time of Praise & Worship and a message from our special guest speaker, David Edwards. Recreation and table games to follow until 10:00 p.m. Please call 793-2624 for more information and reservations, or e-mail [email protected].

Elvis Movie Legend. CALL 405-793-7779 Today for Tickets and reservations all tickets include Dinner and Show!

JANUARY 17 • SATURDAYSpring Gardening Class Series: Planting/Creating Garden Space. Have you wanted to grow a garden, but didn’t know where to start? The Cleveland County Master Gardeners will be presenting a series of basic “how to garden” workshops on Saturday mornings during the months of January and February. The series is designed for those who have the urge, but


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have never had the opportunity to learn about gardening. Topics will cover aspects of vegetable and ornamental gardening, and will include educational materials. Each session will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Cleveland County Fairgrounds Meeting Room C.


JANUARY 19 • MONDAYAlzheimer’s and Dementia Support Group 3:00pm at Village on the Park, 1515 Kingsridge. For more information contact Karen Proctor at 405-692-8700 or email [email protected]

JANUARY 20 • TUESDAYCity Council Meeting at Moore City Hall at 6:30 p.m., 301 N. Broadway, 793-5000.

Cancer Support Group. 6:30 pm. First United Methodist Church, 201 W Main St. Call Richelle Leibold at 794-6671.





JANUARY 22 • THURSDAYElvis Movie Legend.




Caregiver Support Group 3:00pm at Village on the Park, 1515 Kingsridge. Being a caregiver is the hardest job there is! We will meet the 4th Tuesday of each month. There will be an educational topic fol-lowed by open discussion with other care-givers. Refreshments will be served. For more information contact Karen Proctor at 405-692-8700 or [email protected]

JANUARY 24 • SATURDAYSpring Gardening Class Series: Soil Preparation/Composting Have you wanted to grow a garden, but didn’t know where to start? The Cleveland County Master Gardeners will be presenting a series of basic “how to garden” workshops on Saturday mornings during the months of January and February. The series is designed for those who have the urge, but have never had the opportunity to learn about gardening. Topics will cover aspects of vegetable and ornamental gardening, and will include educational materials. Each session will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Cleveland County Fairgrounds Meeting Room C.


Frankie and Phyllis Valens in Concert Community Christian Church will host Frankie and Phyllis Valens for a concert at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 25 at 2010 N. Eastern in Moore. Frankie was a night-club singer in the late 60’s and 70’s with

signature hits like “This Magic Moment” and “”Smoke Gets in Your Eyes.” Phyllis is an accomplished concert pianist and has written children’s music that includes theme songs for Standard Publishing’s Vacation Bible School courses in 1979 and 1985. Their family concerts feature a vari-ety of songs from classic to contemporary, Southern gospel to traditional. For more information contact the church office at 405-913-9673.

Caregiver Support Group 3:00 p.m. at Village on the Park, 1515 Kingsridge.


Caregiver Support Group 3:00pm at Vil-lage on the Park, 1515 Kingsridge.





JANUARY 29 • THURSDAYElvis Movie Legend. CALL 405-793-7779 Today for Tickets and reservations all tickets include Dinner and Show!




JANUARY 31 • SATURDAYSpring Gardening Class Series: Flowers, Vegetables and Herbs Have you wanted to grow a garden, but didn’t know where to start? The Cleveland County Master Gardeners will be presenting a series of basic “how to garden” workshops on Saturday mornings during the months of January and February. The series is designed for those who have the urge, but have never had the opportunity to learn about gardening. Topics will cover aspects of vegetable and ornamental gardening, and will include educational materials. Each session will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Cleveland County Fairgrounds Meeting Room C.



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We all know softball’s reputation in this town. All three teams are competitive with viable expectations of a State championship every season.

This year was no different.Moore failed to make the State tournament for the

first time in a long time but graduate only two of their All-City players.

Southmoore fell just short of a title repeat, falling in the State semifinals to eventual champion, Mustang. Westmoore made the State tournament for the first time in six years.

Here’s the complete roster for The Moore Daily’s 2014 All-City Softball team.

First TeamP – Lindsey Stoeckel (So) - SouthmooreC – Trenity Edwards (So) - Southmoore1B – Emily Richardson ( Jr) - Southmoore2B – Kennedy Jackson (So) - Moore3B – Sydney Sherrill (So) - SouthmooreSS – Kristen Prieto (Sr) - MooreOF – Sabrina Childers (So) - SouthmooreOF – Yesenia Torres ( Jr) - SouthmooreOF – Brenique Wright ( Jr) - MooreDP – Halle Melone ( Jr) - Moore

Second TeamP – Bailey McKittrick (Fr) - MooreC – Macenzi McKeever (Sr) - Westmoore1B – Shelby Baker (Sr) - Westmoore2B – Sidney Green (Sr) - Westmoore3B – Bailey Whitmore (Sr) - WestmooreSS – Arielle James ( Jr) - SouthmooreOF – Sierra Crick ( Jr) - MooreOF – Hunter Strickland (Sr) - WestmooreOF – Rachael Toft (Sr) - WestmooreDP – Kari Briggs (Fr) - Southmoore

Honorable MentionLarie Amos (Sr) - WestmooreMason Andrews ( Jr) - WestmooreTayler Babb ( Jr) - MooreAllison Curry ( Jr) - SouthmooreDemi Dobbs (Sr) - MooreAmanda Moreno (So) - MooreSarah Muzny (Sr) - WestmooreSydnee Ramsey (So) - Westmoore

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Each new year brings with it another season of change. We feel the need to set goals, make lists and find the motivation to do bigger, better things than the year before. We tell ourselves, “Last year we didn’t quite finish what we started, but this year we have a new (insert your diet plan, haircut, coffee maker, etc.) to keep us motivated. You can do it this time.” A few weeks go by and you’ve fallen back into the exact routines you so badly wanted to change. Well, the Pin Pals have discovered a few crafts and recipes to inspire easy ways to make big changes.

It’s all about staying healthy, right? My big problem is snacking. I’m pretty good about my meals, but when it comes to that 2 o’clock hunger I reach for the first candy bar I find. Angela found a delicious snack that’s easy to make, and the best part is it doesn’t require cooking. These no-bake energy bites will leave your conscious clear and your taste buds wanting more. The oatmeal, ground flax seed and peanut butter will keep you full while the coconut flakes, honey and chocolate chips will satisfy your sweet tooth. Mash it up and place it in the freezer for about an hour, then take it back out and form your no-bake energy bites to an appropriate size. Angela mentioned placing the recipe in a pan and cutting pieces into bars instead. They seem deliciously similar to Cliff Bars, but much less expensive per serving.

If you’re looking for a way to make fruit taste better, look no further. Angela also showed us how to add some flavor to our bananas using a skillet. Chop two bananas into slices, sprinkle with cinnamon & honey. Place 1tbsp coconut oil into a heated skillet and fry them. I know the word “fry” sounds like it’s in opposition to “healthy,” but using coconut oil in moderation is a perfect substitute and adds flavor to the bananas. Angela learned the hard way that these banana slices take a while to cool down, so snack carefully!

It’s hard to keep up with the most sought-after resolution of staying healthy when winter germs are everywhere. Well, Ashley has a tasty remedy for your common cold—and of course it involves alcohol. Say hello to your new cold-fighting drink: the hot toddy. There are different ways to make a hot toddy but Ashley showed us the original recipe. Grab your favorite whiskey, boiling water, honey and lemon wedges and you’re one step closer to feeling better. The ladies recommend using honey from your local market because in-state honey is proven to help remedy allergies. Also, Ashley spiced up the drink by taking each lemon wedge and filing in each section with a clove. It looks pretty and adds flavor to the toddy.

Staying healthy doesn’t only mean eating right and working out. Staying fit can translate into your financial life as well. Ashley’s New Year’s resolution is keeping financially fit. She and her hubby want to save up for a new home, but at the end of every month they ask each other where their money went. Ashley found a fun, simple way to help her keep track of money expenditures by category: mini money envelopes. Pick out your favorite stationary, download any cash envelope template, trace, cut out, fold, and voila! Your cash categories are ready for money. Angela is a financial advisor and gave us a quick tip for this new life system: Pay you first. Treat yourself to a little fun money each month and then divide the rest to bills, groceries, rent, etc. These mini money envelopes will help you keep track of what you’re spending money on and where more money needs to go. Ashley’s fun money is going toward a new home. With this financially fit system, I know she will be living in her dream house in no time!

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Dear Tax Guy:What should I be doing in January to get ready for April 15th now? A Not Ready for Tax Season Reader

Dear Not Ready:Review last year’s return. What did you do last year? Have there been

any changes? I met my clients’ baby, but, they did not put it on the tax information form. It was several years before I “remembered” they had a baby. Communicate with your tax preparer.

Probably the best thing you could do in January is not be ready for April 15, be ready for February 15. The longer you wait into tax season, the more likely your return is not going to be done quickly after you tender the paperwork to your tax preparer.

One thing I think most tax preparers would find very helpful is to be aware of what paperwork you need. I don’t want to try to count the number of times that clients that get dividends every year from some company like AT&T have to be asked for the 1099-DIV (that’s the form that reports your dividend income).

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Q. What activities can I perform during the winter months?

A. I recommend that you use this time wisely. Let’s start with the outside jobs.

1. Be sure that the lawn mower gas tank is empty. If left in the tank,

the gas could turn into something like Jell-O.2. Clean and rust-proof all garden tools. The care you take could keep those instruments in fine condition for spring planting and beyond.3. Inventory your garden tools and supplies. In the off season, stores like Home

Depot will offer reduced prices for some garden items. Home Depot also has a free garden club that offers tips and other amenities.

4. Maintain your compost. Keep adding materials like egg shells and cabbage leaves.5. Water any plants currently growing, e.g., cover crops and onions.6. Trim shrubs, repair raised beds or make more, and be prepared to prune rose bushes and fruit trees late in January or early February.

Find good information about pruning at the public library or online.7. Since my pepper plants were thriving in November, I dug up a few

and put them in pots to grow indoors. They are doing very well.8. If you believe that pollinators weren’t carrying out their jobs, consider buying

mason bees and a habitat for them. They will begin their cycle in spring. According to research, mason bees pollinate much better than other bees.

Of course you probably took advantage of the good weather to accomplish the above activities already. Now what can you be doing indoors? This is your opportunity to plan ahead. Free seed and plant catalogs should be arriving in the mail very soon. So far, three catalogs have found their way to my mail box. While perusing the catalogs, begin to develop a garden plan. Setting it down on paper gives it dimension. A plan should show what area is available for your particular garden.

Seed and plant catalogs have become sophisticated over the years. Just look at Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds catalog. The vivid colors of vegetables and flowers leap off the pages. Now you can know what your zucchini squash will look like. And there are important cultural descriptions indicating germinating rates, depth of seed planting, days to maturity, and more.

Following your research, determine what plant varieties your family wants to grow, and the quantity. Place your order immediately through the catalog, or wait for the local seed stores to offer them. If you use the catalog, check the shipping and handling charges which might be a deterrent to your purchase.

Seeds are living entities. I keep mine under refrigeration. This concept was reinforced after reading about the seed repository off the coast of Norway called the Global Seed Vault. A tremendous inventory of seeds is maintained in this frozen unit against such time a major catastrophe might occur.

For those of you gardeners who enjoy early seedlings, consider growing them indoors or in a greenhouse. I will be offering a free seed starting workshop at both the Norman and Moore public libraries in January and February. Watch for announcements.

In order for seeds to germinate, they must have a good germinating mix, moisture, heat, and light. My preference for germinating seeds is the APS unit (Accelerate Propagation System) from Gardener’s Supply. It resembles a miniature greenhouse. Germination rate is usually very high. Besides this, seeds can be germinated in just about any clean container or flat. Be sure to use a quality germinating mix for best results. Tomato seeds, for example, will germinate in about seven days. After the seedlings emerge, place them in a lighted area, preferably under fluorescent lights. More about this will be covered in the seed starting workshops.

Resource: Wintersown.org offers free seeds for just an SASE (self-addressed, stamped envelope).

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2015 Gets Off to Fast Start on Big Screen

Let’s be honest here. Many movie fans have fallen into the routine of simply marking time between the holiday season and the summer blockbusters. A look at the movie lineup for May and beyond gives good reason for such an attitude. With a lineup that includes “Avengers: Age of Ultron” and “Mad Max: Fury Road” set to premiere in May, followed by “Jurassic World” in June, “Ant Man” in July, “James Bond 24,” “The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2” in November, and “Star Wars: Episode VII” in December, you can forgive people for overlooking the following lineup of potentially tasty treats set to unspool over the first quarter of 2015.

TAKEN 3—January 9Liam Neeson is back for a third go-

round as Brian Mills, the ex-government agent with a particular set of skills that make life miserable for bad guys. This time around Mills is looking to clear his name after his wife is murdered and he is framed. Famke Janssen, Maggie Grace, and Forest Whitaker co-star.

BLACKHAT—January 16Chris Hemsworth just might be one

of the busiest actors working this year, at least in terms of movies that will make the big screen. He’s back as Thor in May’s “Avengers 3”, but before that he’ll show up in two first-quarter movies this year.

“Blackhat” is the first, a tale of a brilliant computer hacker who is sprung from prison to help the U.S. government track down a mysterious cyber criminal.

JUPITER ASCENDING—February 6Originally scheduled for release in

July 2013, this space opera from the Wachowskis (“The Matrix,” “Cloud Atlas”) was delayed until February to allow completion of over 2,000 special effects shots. If you’ve seen the trailer, you know that time was well spent. It’s spectacular. The question everyone’s wondering is, “Can the Wachowskis recapture the magic of the original Matrix movies?” Mila Kunis stars as a down-on-her luck earthling who just might be a descendent of space royalty and a pointy-eared Channing Tatum is along for the ride as a hard-nosed warrior who becomes her protector.

KINGSMAN: THE SECRET SERVICE—February 13

Another delayed opening that just might not be a sign of a troubled film. Matthew Vaughn (“Layer Cake”) is behind the camera for this tale of a top-secret British spy veteran who takes a young protégé under his wing, “Kingsman” is sparkling with possibilities. Colin Firth (Bridget Jones, “Love Actually”) stars as the savvy spook ,while newcomer Taron Egerton plays the unruly street kid.

Michael Caine, Samuel L. Jackson, and Mark Hamill also star.

FOCUS—February 27 Another veteran-rookie combination,

but with a decidedly different focus. This time it’s Will “Awwww Heahlll No!” Smith (“Independence Day,” “Pursuit of Happyness”) as a seasoned con-man sharing the rules of the grifting game with young Margot Robbie (“The Wolf of Wall Street”). Naturally romantic sparks fly between the pair, and that makes for a dangerous mix as they attempt a high-stakes con.

CINDERELLA—March 13Disney’s back in familiar territory

with this live-action retelling of the fairy tale classic. Lily James of the popular “Downton Abbey” television series stars in the title role of an ash-challenged young woman beset by a mean stepmother and nasty stepsisters. Helena Bonham Carter (Harry Potter series, “Les Misérables”) checks in as her fairy godmother, and Richard Madden (“Game of Thrones”) is Prince Charming.

IN THE HEART OF THE SEA—March 13Chris Hemsworth’s second movie of

the year. He plays the first mate aboard the Essex in 1820, a ship rammed by a very big and very angry sperm whale. This somewhat true story is based on the book

of the same name by Nathaniel Philbrick, and is said to be the basis of Herman Melville’s classic Moby Dick. Hemsworth says the actors were on a 500-600 calories a day diet so that they would look the part of starving sailors adrift after a whale attack, so he’ll probably look decidedly un-Thor-like in this movie.

INSURGENT—March 20Part Two of “Divergent,” the next big

YA dystopian movie series, the second installment picks up the story of Tris Prior (Shailene Woodley) as she looks for answers in the wake of a societal uprising. Four (Theo James) joins her in the quest for answers as they are pursued by the evil Erudite faction.

SELFLESS—April 17It seems that most people either love

or hate Ryan Reynolds, depending on the type of movie he stars in. Comedies like “Van Wilder” and “Adventureland” draw rave reviews while he flopped royally in the poorly conceived “Green Lantern.” He takes a dramatic turn here as a cadaver brought back to life when the consciousness of a dying billionaire is implanted in the lifeless body. As these things always do, something goes wrong with the procedure.

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MOVIE GUIDE • JANUARY 2015

JANUARY 2

THE WOMAN IN BLACK 2: ANGEL OF DEATH40 years after the first haunting at Eel Marsh House, a group of children evacuated from WWII London arrive, awakening the house’s darkest inhabitant.

JANUARY 9

TAKEN 3Bryan Mills, an Ex-government operative is ac-cused of a ruthless murder he never committed or witnessed as he is tracked and pursued, Bryan Mills brings out his particular set of skills to find the true killer and clear his name.

JANUARY 16

BLACKHATA man is released from prison to help American and Chinese authorities pursue a mysterious cyber criminal. The dangerous search leads them from Chicago to Hong Kong.

THE WEDDING RINGERA shy young groom needs to impress his in-laws, so he turns to a best-man-for-hire to help him out.

PADDINGTONA young English boy befriends a talking bear he finds at a London train station. A live-action feature based on the series of popular children’s books by Michael Bond.

JANUARY 23

THE BOY NEXT DOORA divorced woman falls in love with the young man who moves in down the street and finds he has a dark secret.

MORTDECAIArt dealer Charles Mortdecai searches for a stolen painting that’s reportedly linked to a lost bank account filled with Nazi gold.

JANUARY 30PROJECT ALMANACA group of teens discover secret plans of a time machine, and construct one. However, things start to get out of control.

Editor’s Note: Each month our Movie Guide provides a listing of

top films expected at the Warren. Dates are subject to change.


BY ROB MORRIS

A Film Too Far: Hobbit Trilogy Limps to the Finish

I’ve been a hardcore J.R.R. Tolkien fan since I first read The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings back in college in the 1970s. I absolutely loved Peter Jackson’s Ring trilogy, even with its flaws, and have watched the entire extended edition three-movie set multiple times since it bowed with “The Return of the King” in 2003. That’s nearly 12 hours of movie watching, friends. And that alone should assure anyone of my standing as a Middle Earth nerd.

The first warning of trouble should’ve been the arrival of a studio preview notice bearing the heading: Screening Announcement for “The Hobbit: TBOTFA.” When a promotional team abbreviates the title of the movie, it’s a clear heads-up to file the email in the “Foreboding Foreshadowing” folder.

Still I was fairly optimistic. Then the movie started, and I found myself

checking my watch about a third of the way in and wondering, “When is this thing going to take off?” The movie actually felt like my first childhood trek to the newly opened Six Flags amusement park, a multiday-long and terminally boring ride in our family station wagon to enjoy a few hours of giddy excitement on roller coasters and soggy log rides. The first two-thirds of this movie is the equivalent of me asking my dad, “Are we there yet?” about a thousand times on that drive to Georgia.

Jackson and his team of WETA wizards have once again done a marvelous job of breathing cinematic life into Tolkien’s richly imagined fantasy world. The CGI orcs are terrifyingly real. The landscapes are spectacular and fitting backdrops as the story unfolds.

It’s also impossible to lay the blame at the foot of the actors. Martin Freeman (Bilbo Baggins) brings a growing depth

to Bilbo Baggins, the comfort-loving and adventure-adverse hobbit who makes hard and heroic decisions in the final act of this three-film arc. Richard Armitage (Thorin Oakenshield) captures the dwarf king’s walk between clarity and madness with gut-wrenching emotion. Luke Evans (Bard) shines as a working class father thrust into a leadership role as the epic conflict approaches—and the steady work of Ian McKellan (Gandalf ), Orlando Bloom (Legolas), and Kate Blanchett (Galadriel) brings enough new nuances to their familiar characters to add depth to Jackson’s expanded view of Tolkien’s novel.

But as it turns out, it is the expansion of The Hobbit to cover three movies that apparently has created such a disappointing last act. The movie’s spectacular opening sequence gives way to far too much dialogue and posturing as the tension builds for the final battle.

Even worse, when that conflict finally explodes, it comes off as such a muddled mess of action that you’re not really sure which of the five armies is truly the “bad guys.” Truth is, it’s not even clear there are actually five armies involved and who is fighting whom.

Perhaps the biggest problem for everyone involved is greed. Onscreen it is Thorin Oakenshield’s battle with greed over the massive treasure hidden in the bowels of the movie’s Lonely Mountain fortress that sparks the climactic conflict. Off-screen it’s highly likely it was the greed of movie studio executives determined to milk Tolkien’s magic for every bit of gold possible that led to the poor decision of making three films instead of two.

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Moore Medical CenterBY RICHIE SPLITT,VICE PRESIDENT & CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER,

NORMAN REGIONAL MOORE & HEALTHPLEX

“The beautiful rest on the foundations of the necessary.”

- Ralph Waldo EmersonEmerson’s words are especially true

for the new Norman Regional Moore medical facility. Before our structure is built, the soil and foundation have been necessarily and carefully considered. That is because the foundation is extremely important to the overall quality and strength of the building. It is the most important work and the basis of everything that comes after. If it is well planned and constructed, the building on top will be true and enduring—just like the spirit of our organization and community.

While construction proceeds on the new facility located at Telephone Road and 4th Street, we continue delivering the quality healthcare you know and expect from the convenience of our temporary buildings. Physical therapy, diagnostic imaging, and laboratory services are available onsite and, during the first year of operation, we cared for more than 15,000 patients in our temporary ER. Certainly 2014 was a remarkable year for us, and the anticipation of progress in the coming year is truly inspiring.

If you are like most Americans, you find the beginning of a new year often brings with it the promise of new resolutions and commitments for health. Are you focusing on your health in 2015? If so, Norman Regional Health System is your ideal health partner.

Norman Regional Health System offers a variety of programs, classes, and experts to help you reach your health goals and aid you in making healthy lifestyle changes.

For example, we offer QuitSmart tobacco cessation classes. This four-session program addresses all forms of tobacco dependency. The QuitSmart philosophy is that successful quitting depends more on skills and a firm decision to quit than willpower. A new program starts each quarter and is free to those who have been NRHS patients. With a physician’s prescription, the program is only $10 and $45 for those without a prescription. Call HealthLink at (405) 440-8802 to sign up today. In addition, couples, families, businesses or

groups of individuals may schedule the QuitSmart program to meet at another time by calling (405) 307-3175. Call today and say goodbye to tobacco and hello to a healthier you!

Our Diabetes Education Center is also recruiting for the next session of the National Diabetes Prevention Program. This is a free, evidence-based program aimed at helping people with pre-diabetes prevent or delay the onset of type 2 diabetes. Participants meet as a group with trained Lifestyle coaches and learn how to make important changes, such as losing a modest amount of weight, being more physically active and managing stress over the year-long program. The groups meet for sixteen weekly sessions and six monthly follow-up sessions with a trained Lifestyle coach. To learn more about the program or enroll, contact the NRHS Diabetes Education Center at (405) 307-5733.

In addition to these programs, we also have many support groups and community classes. We offer everything from diabetes and breast cancer support groups and free yoga classes for cancer survivors to free health screenings like skin cancer. To see a list of upcoming groups and classes, go to the For Patients section of our website at NormanRegional.com.

Like the foundation of our new Norman Regional Moore medical facility, the appropriate and necessary work upfront will produce more beautiful and lasting results for you. Give careful consideration to the health components of your personal foundation. When your footing is solid and you take the first step, we’ll be here to support you. This is where the healing begins.

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Norman Regional Health System has again been recognized by Healthgrades® as one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery™. In addition to Norman Regional being selected as one of Healthgrades® America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery™ in 2015, we have also been named among the Top 10% in the Nation for Overall Orthopedic Services and Spine Surgery™. As well as a Five-Star Recipient for Total Knee Replacement, Hip Fracture and Back Surgery™ in 2015.

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SPORTS SCHEDULEJANUARY 2015

MOOREBASKETBALL1/6 – vs. Stillwater, 6 p.m.1/8-10 – at Chickasha Tournament1/13 – at Edmond Memorial, 6 p.m.1/16 – MOORE WAR at Home, 6 p.m.1/20 – at Edmond Santa Fe, 6 p.m.1/22-24 – John Nobles Tournament at Home1/30 – at Mustang, 6 p.m.

SWIMMING1/6 – at Mitch Park YMCA1/13 – at OCCC1/15 – at Mitch Park YMCA1/17 – at OCCC1/29 – at OCCC

WRESTLING1/8 – CITY CHAMPIONSHIP at SHS, 2 p.m.1/9-10 – at Jenks Tournament1/15 – at Midwest City, 6 p.m.1/16-17 – COAC Tournament at Southmoore1/20 – vs. Norman, Edmond Santa Fe, 5 p.m.1/23-24 – at Yukon Tournament1/27 – at Putnam City West, 6 p.m.

WESTMOOREBASKETBALL1-6 – vs. Norman, 6 p.m.1/8-10 – Women at Home, Lady Jag Classic1/8-10 – Men at Skiatook Tournament1/13 – vs. Mustang, 6 p.m.1/16 – MOORE WAR at Moore, 6 p.m.1/20 – at Yukon, 6 p.m.1/22-24 – Women at Newcastle Tournament1/22-24 – Men at Deer Creek Tournament1/30 – at Deer Creek, 6 p.m.


WRESTLING1/8 – CITY CHAMPIONSHIP at SHS, 2 p.m.1/9-10 – at Geary Tournament1/15 – at PC North, 5 p.m.1/16-17 – COAC Tournament at Southmoore1/20 – vs. Yukon, 7 p.m.1/22 – vs. Edmond North, 7 p.m.1/27 – vs. Mustang, 7 p.m.1/29 – vs. Western Heights, 7 p.m.1/30-31 – at Chickasha Tournament

SOUTHMOOREBASKETBALL1/6 – at Deer Creek, 6 p.m.1/8-10 – Women at Putnam City Tournament1/8-10 – Men at Bartlesville Tournament1/13 – vs. Edmond Santa Fe, 6 p.m.1/16 – at Stillwater, 6 p.m.1/20 – vs. Edmond North, 6 p.m.1/22-24 – at John Nobles Tournament at Moore1/30 – at Norman North, 6 p.m.


WRESTLING1/8 – CITY CHAMPIONSHIP at Home, 2 p.m.1/9-10 – at Jenks Tournament1/16-17 – COAC Tournament at Southmoore1/22 – vs. Choctaw, Mustang, N. North, 12pm1/23-24 – at Yukon Tournament1/29 – at Yukon1/30-31 – at Chickasha Tournament


What is the best way to start my New Year’s resolution of getting back

into shape and sticking with it? ---Mike

Well Mike, I read an article recently that stated, only 8% of all New

Year’s resolutions are successful. The primary reason for failure is because

unrealistic resolutions are made.

As a physical therapist, I am a huge advocate for living a physically active

life. Sure there are many injuries I see related to the bumps and bruises we

experience while on the field, track, or in the gym, but far more injuries I

treat are associated with a sedentary lifestyle. So today is a perfect day to

begin your journey on living and active life. To avoid resolution failure, let’s

discuss some ways to keep focus and reach your goals.

First, our goals need to be realistic. Make goals that are obtainable in

short term and long term sense and make sure these goals aren’t too vague

or too numerous. For example, instead of “I want to be healthier” make

a realistic, short term goal of “I will get to the gym twice this week and

workout for at least 30 minute per session.” Make sure you are focusing on

the baby steps primarily while having your overall goal in the back of your

mind. It’s so interesting going to the gym January 2nd and having to wait

for cardio equipment but a month later the gym is a ghost town. Changing

your lifestyle and exercise routine is an endurance challenge not a sprint.

Ease into your routine as opposed to carelessly jumping into it. Also, your

body will thank you for it. A body is more prone to injury when for years

it’s been used to sitting in the recliner for hours and all of the sudden it’s

being required to visit the weight room for an hour and, afterwards, hop on

the cardio equipment for additional work.

In addition, if you do have significant health issues, visiting your primary

care physician to consult about exercising is highly recommended. If

a monitored conditioning program is needed prior to an independent

exercise regimen, then attending physical therapy can be that stepping

stone you need before heading to the gym.

Lastly, have fun with your program. If you dread treadmill work use an

alternate method for your cardio workout. Change up your routine to keep

engaged in your exercise. This not only holds your interest but allows you

to work different muscle groups, which helps prevent overuse injury. Also,

surround yourself by positive thought. A lifestyle change is not an easy

one. There will be times when you will stumble and relapse. Do not see

this as a program failure. Instead, see this as a time to identify if a change

in your routine is needed to re-engage and use this as an opportunity to

start fresh again. Just remember to be diligent about returning to your

program. If you need help or ideas about an appropriate routine for you,

perhaps consulting a physical therapist would be in order. We would be

happy to discuss a successful program for you.

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BY COLE POLAND

We opened the new basketball season at the SouthWest Showdown, hosted by Westmoore.

The women tipped off first in a highly anticipated matchup. The Jaguars entered the game ranked No. 14 while the Southmoore SaberCats entered at No. 4.

The game did not disappoint. Southmoore’s Alyssa Jones hit a 15-foot jumper as time expired to give the Cats the 67-66 rivalry win.

The SaberCats came out of the box slowly, though. Their beginning to the season did not reflect their preseason. Speaking to them prior to the season and watching them in practice, they seemed focused and relaxed. The first quarter did not look that way.

It didn’t take them long, though, to turn on the heat. They picked up the pace on both ends of the floor, forcing Westmoore to keep pace.

The pace Southmoore set, however, was not too daunting for Westmoore to handle, however. The Jags found the open man, forced turnovers, and did what was necessary to put themselves in a position to win.

The Jags found their rhythm early behind sharpshooter Ashley Gomez. She scored 30 points on the evening, leading all scorers, men and women.

The men just insisted on following that with another wild finish of their own.

Southmoore’s men entered the game at No. 16. The Cats rotation is senior heavy, with returning starters and a bench that can extend to four more players if needed.

Westmoore did not earn a rank heading into the season but spent their preseason focusing on ways to counter the SaberCats.

The Southmoore opened the game their way, with the size down low of senior Justin Bean and sophomore Dayne Tayler and the speed and shooting of everybody on the roster. The SaberCats have a lot to be hopeful for and, seeing as how the first month is barely over, plenty of time left in the season.

Westmoore started slowly, letting the Cats dictate the flow of the game. They spent halftime figuring out how to turn it around. In the second half, the Jags shots started falling and their defense tightened down. On paper, the Jags looked outmatched but they found the mental tenacity to pull the game out, 62-60.

The Moore Lions men’s team began their season with just as much excitement. In their season opening game, the Lions beat Yukon, 75-69, in overtime.

The Lions lineup has talented shooters at every position and loads of confidence. But that confidence can get a little too high at times.

Against Norman, a very winnable game for the Lions, they opened up on fire but let the Tigers climb back into the game. They looked a little too comfortable early and couldn’t recover in the second half, losing 59-55.

Having said that, it’s just their second game. The entire season is in front of them and we’ll have a much better idea of the kind of team they’re going to be once they return from the renowned Hobbs, N.M., Holiday Tournament.

Over on the women’s side, the Lions are still in rebuilding mode. Head coach Rhonda Fields stepped in last year, bringing with her a proven system that has worked at every level she’s coached, at Jenks most recently before Moore. They got capable ballhandlers and shooters. They can clamp down defensively and force their opponent into turnovers. But the whole point of all of this is they have plenty of time to get it all figured out.

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Cripple Creek Stone SHOP MOORE BY SARAH JENSEN

The finest natural materials with unique coloring and textures are now available for your next home improvement or building project with the recent opening of a new product showroom in southwest Oklahoma City. Located at 13316 S. Western Avenue, Cripple Creek Stone is combining excellent customer service with a wide-variety of Oklahoma-made construction materials.

“We are kind of a one-stop shop for people who are looking to do a remodel, putting in a new fireplace, updating the exterior of their home, or other similar projects,” said showroom manager Robert Woods.

This location of Cripple Creek Stone opened its doors just one-year ago. However, the products on display inside the store represent 28 years of business.

“We carry all of the Alpha Concrete Products here at our showroom, all the flooring and also the manmade veneers,” said Woods. “We also carry painted metal art, along with a selection of chimineas and flowerpots that we keep in here for a little bit flair.”

Open to all, the showroom gives customers the chance to see and touch the high-quality materials firsthand.

“Predominately, our business is set up for commercial builders or residential builders. However, we do have a lot

of retail to do-it-yourselfers. And that is really rewarding for me,” said Woods. “Some of the best relationships I have created have come from people who have never taken on a large project before. They usually call me 30 times during the project, but I love sharing the joy of seeing the finished photos with them. It is very rewarding.”

However, if you just want choose your products and have someone else do the work. Cripple Creek Stone can also see the project through to the end.

“I can manage your project from start to finish,” said Woods. “Customers can come in and chose what they want. Then they can utilize our turnkey installation services. We will come out, provide you with a bid, and then we can actually install the products so that all is done when we leave.”

And customer service is the cornerstone of Cripple Creek Stone. For Woods, it is about more than just a sell or an installation. The true success of the business is shown through the satisfaction of the customer.

“Our clients become our friends,” said Woods. “Throughout the process, we truly develop a relationship. And we are here in case anything goes wrong or needs to be fixed.”

The options for finding ways to use Cripple Creek’s products are endless. Whether it is the exterior of a home, the interior of a business, or the backsplash in a new kitchen, Woods says there is also a place to utilize their products to update the look of your home or business.

“I remember every home that we have ever done, and some have been over 15 years ago. There have been hundreds of installations,” said Woods. “However, I am still amazed that I see our product everywhere I go. It is a good feeling.

And the best part is that all of Cripple Creek Stone’s products are made here in Oklahoma. A family-owned business that is providing more than just stone, but a high-quality material that is designed to impress for many years to come.

“It is gratifying to know that something that was started out of a garage 28 years ago is now a large company with dealers all over the metro,” said Woods. “Every time I am driving and see our products, it gives me a sense of pride. It is gratifying.”

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Sakura Asian Bistro A new addition to the up and coming Asian District in

southwest Oklahoma City is making a name for its diverse menu, great food and inviting atmosphere.

“Our specialty is our hibachi grill,” said owner Vicki Hua. “However, we call ourselves an Asian bistro because we are so much more. Our menu is filled with Japanese food, Vietnamese food, Chinese food and large selection of sushi.”

Located at 9101 South Pennsylvania Avenue, Sakura Asian Bistro is serving up more than just a great meal, but an experience that will keep patrons coming back time and time again.

“There is nothing like us on the south side of Oklahoma City,” said Hua.

And that’s how Sakura Asian Bistro came to be. With more than 35 years of experience working in the food service industry, Hua saw the need for the new restaurant to help grow the small Asian district coming to life in the area near the intersection of south Pennsylvania Avenue and southwest 89th Street.

“We owned the property here, and before we opened there wasn’t a Japanese restaurant in the area,” said Hua. “This is my sixth restaurant to own. I owned one in Chickasha, Oklahoma for 25 years, and then I helped to start the Asian district on north Classen Boulevard in Oklahoma City. I have also helped to setup two Asian grocery stores. I did it all because I wanted to do something for my community, and this restaurant was just the next thing.”

Stepping inside from a busy Pennsylvania Avenue, patrons are greeted by a number of smiling faces as they enter the restaurant that features an authentic Asian feel. From a traditional seating area to the sushi bar to the

hibachi grill, Sakura Asian Bistro provides a taste sure to meet any craving.

Best known for its spring rolls, teriyaki chicken and steak, all meats, fish and vegetables cooked on the hibachi grill, and a number of sushi rolls, Sakura Asian Bistro is serving up tastes that can’t be found anywhere else in Oklahoma.

“We created an appetizer called Shito Saki,” said Hua. “It is crabstick combined with jalapenos, cream cheese and then deep fried. It is then topped with three different kinds of sauce: eel sauce, wasabi sauce and spicy mayo.”

And that is only the start of a menu that gives patrons more than 20 options when it comes to appetizers. Following the first course, the choices for your main meal are endless. For those in the mood for sushi, some of the most popular rolls include the Mountain Fuji, the Fire Cracker, and the Rattlesnake. All include different combinations of fresh seafood and vegetables, and are topped with a variety of sauces that bring the flavor of each roll to life. Sakura Asian Bistro also offers a number of traditional rolls and a wide selection of Nigiri for those looking for a more simple taste.

If a patron is looking for a hot dish, Sakura Asian Bistro’s Soba is a popular option. However, the restaurant is best known for its chefs that fire up the hibachi grill each night.

“Our hibachi is very wonderful,” said Hua. “People that come in really love it.”

Served in a family-style setting, the hibachi grill allows patrons to be a part of the cooking process. Sakura Asian Bistro offers multiple chefs that put on quite the performance, while also serving up a great tasting meal.

“What they see cooked in front of them is what they get. It is very fresh and very healthy. The chicken, steak, and seafood are of the highest quality, and are always fresh. Nothing is ever frozen,” said Hua. “And both of our chefs make it a fun experience for the whole family. They do a lot of tricks, and have a lot of fun with the customers. The family can all come in, sit together and have fun for the whole dinner. They can yell, cheer on the chef, and really do whatever they want. And that’s what keeps them coming back. ”

And Hua says that happy customers make all the hard work that goes into running the new restaurant worth it. But it is easy to have happy customers when you are serving up high quality and great tasting food in an atmosphere that is sure to delight for many years to come.


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Succeeding with Your New Year’s Resolution BY STEVEN MEYER, UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA DIETETIC INTERN

So you’ve decided that this is the year you are finally going to work on the new you, and chances are, the first step to a new you is weight loss. Weight loss is the most popular resolutions people make and the most popular resolution to break. Many people get discouraged and quit when they don’t see those pounds melting off or they don’t get an immediate benefit. Here are three easy tips to help you be on your way to a happier and healthier you.

1. Be realistic.When making your resolution, be honest with yourself. Suddenly stopping intake of soda or going cold turkey on dessert consumption aren’t always realistic goals, but couldn’t having less of them be? Chances are, didn’t put on all that weight in a month, why are you trying to lose it in a month? More than 75% of New Year’s resolutions end before February. People are quitting before they’ve even begun because they set unrealistic goals for themselves. Being realistic and planning practical goals will help you

be both successful and proud. I knew when I started my resolution last year that I wasn’t going to lose enough to look like Brad Pitt, but that didn’t mean I couldn’t become a lighter version of myself.

2. What really should be the goal?Weight loss is what you want to achieve, but should it really be your goal? What happens after a week and you don’t find yourself any lighter? What happens after a month and you’re still weighing the same? Instead of making weight loss your goal, focus on easy changes you can make that will lead to weight loss. So instead of a resolution like “lose 15 pounds this year,” make your resolution walking for 15 minutes, eat a serving of vegetables with every meal, or stop snacking and drinking soda. By making your goal an action you take daily, it will be easier to stick with and will lead to the results you want.

3. Stick with it.Statistically speaking, those who are still sticking to their goals at six months are more than likely to succeed in reaching them. So what happens if you’ve fallen off the wagon and given up? You may need to reboot. Don’t let this get you down; there is no special power that means you can only make resolutions on New Year’s Day. If you reboot, make your goal one year from today and stick with it. When you reboot your resolution, look at why it failed and amend it. If your goal was too unrealistic, maybe set a more reachable goal. Maybe you need more support, so this time you include family and friends. Whatever you do, make sure it’s something you can stick with.

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BETTER THAN LIFEAuthor: Daniel PennacReviewer: Cindy Stevens, Information Services Manager, Moore Public Library

A book with no pictures? How can this be a fun book to read? B.J. Novak, also known as Ryan from the TV series “The Office,” brings to life the perfect read-aloud book that introduces readers and listeners to the thought that you don’t need pictures in a story.

The text of the book forces the reader to read the story aloud no matter how silly or nonsense the words. The reader, using the words in the book, begs the listener to allow him or her to stop reading. This perfectly simple book inspires laughter no matter who the reader is. No matter what kind of reader you are, you are funny. You just can’t help it. In fact, the straighter and more boring you are the funnier you might be.

Using the power of the written word it introduces readers and listeners to a fun interactive picture-less book. Reading this book turns into a performance, and you will be asked for multiple repeat performances from the listener.

“Book with No Pictures” is similar to Herve Tullet’s “Press Here,” Adam Lehrhaupt’s “Warning: Do Not Open This Book” and Michael Black’s “The Purple Kangaroo.” Although the book is targeted at children Kindergarten through 3rd grade, I believe younger children as well as adults will find this book enjoyable.

You can check out “Book with No Pictures,” as well as Novak’s other book for adults, “One More Thing: Stories and Other Stories,” at the Moore Public Library. And for those of you who would love to see B.J. Novak read “Book with No Pictures” aloud, visit his web site thebookwithnopictures.com

You may find “Book with No Pictures” and other fun read aloud books in the Moore Public Library children’s department. Please feel free to visit the Children’s Desk or call us at 405-793-4347 with any questions.

BOOK WITH NO PICTURESAuthor: B.J. NovakPublisher: Dial Books for Young ReadersAges: Kindergarten – 3rd GradeReviewer: Amber Colley, Children’s Services, Moore Public Library

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The Reader’s Bill of Rights is the creation of author, Daniel Pennac. He has included them in his book “Better Than Life.” It is a book that asks a very important question: What happens in the life of a child that makes him enter school longing to learn how to read, and then leaves him loathing the act of reading by the time he leaves grade school?

Pennac explores common practices used by parents and teachers to get kids to read that inevitably ends up smothering any initial desire the child originally had for reading.

His “Reader’s Bill of Rights” is radical. Many parents, and especially teachers, will balk at the very idea of allowing a child to “not finish a book.” Many of the rights go against the grain of every teacher education program in existence at this time. However, it is a radical, fresh change that is needed in education today. And there is no better place to start than with the reading process, for it leads to success in all other curriculum areas.

If the mission of education is to make lifetime learners out of our students, then we as educators must find a way to create students who love to read. That is the sole goal of The Reader’s Bill of Rights.

“The Reader’s Bill of Rights”1. The right not to read.2. The right to skip pages.3. The right to not finish.4. The right to reread.5. The right to read anything.6. The right to escapism.7. The right to read anywhere.8. The right to browse.9. The right to read out loud.10. The right to not defend your tastes.


IT’S TIME TO CHOOSE THE WINNERSVoting is underway in the 2015 Best of Moore & South OKC contest. Finalists were chosen in 50

categories covering everything from burgers to oil changes. The voting will continue online until midnight on January 31. Winners in this year’s contest will be announced at a special event in February.

To vote simply look for the Best of Moore & South OKC link on TheMooreDaily.com home page.

Here’s a full list of finalists:

BEST BBQDale’s BBQEarl’s Rib Palace GFF Swadley’s BBQVan’s Pig Stand

BEST MexicanAlfredo’s Mexican RestaurantChelino’s Mexican RestaurantLos Vaqueros Mexican RestaurantRicky’s Mexican RestaurantTed’s Cafe Escondido

BEST Burger5 Guy’s BurgersFreddy’s Frozen CustardSmashburgerS & B BurgersThe Garage

BEST AsianDot WoGoGo SushiHimalaya’sLemongrass Asian BistroPho Lan

BEST Bakery/Cupcakes/CookiesBaked Cakes and Gourmet DessertsBlue BeanEileen’s Colossal CookiesFlying CupcakeJohnny’s Sweet Creations

BEST Lunch SpotTwo OlivesMcAlister’s Deli-MooreOliveto Italian BistroPanera BreadSchlotzsky’s

BEST Breakfast SpotIHOPJimmy’s EggOld School BagelSunny Side UpJR Pancake House

BEST Donut ShopDaylight Donuts (19th & Santa Fe)Delight Donuts (4th & Telephone)Donut Palace (809 NW 12)Home Made Donuts (27th & S. Fe)Good Morning Donuts (819 SE 4th)

BEST Special Occasion SpotCharleston’sHollie’sRoyal BavariaWarren TheaterYellow Rose Theater

BEST ItalianBella VestaFontana Italian RestaurantJohnny Carino’s ItalianFamiglia LuigiOliveto Italian Bistro

BEST ChickenChicken ExpressChick-Fil-AKFCPopeyesRaising Cane’s

BEST Sandwich/SubCity BitesFirehouse SubsJersey Mike’sMcAlisters (Moore)Schlotzsky’s

BEST PizzaAll American PizzaEagle One PizzaLittle King PizzaMarco’s PizzaSandro’s Pizza

BEST Restaurant (non-chain)Fontana Italian RestaurantHarry BearsRoyal BavariaTealiciousTwo Olives

BEST EntertainmentAndy Alligator’sOCCC Performing Arts CenterHeyDayWarren TheatreThe Yellow Rose Theater

BEST Children’s Party SpotAndy Alligator’sCity of Moore ParksHeyDayJump ZoneOrr Family Farm

BEST Place to Watch the GameApplebee’sBuffalo Wild WingsHarry BearsLouie’sOkie Tonk Cafe

BEST FloristA New Beginning FloristBroadway FloristCapitol Hill FloristHoward Brothers FloristSunshine & Roses Florist

BEST Auto RepairBeneficial Automotive MaintenanceChristian Brothers AutomotiveFirestoneOKC Auto WorksRW Automotive

BEST Oil ChangeBeneficial Automotive MaintenanceChristian Brothers AutomotiveExpress Oil Change (19th St)FirestoneHibdon Tire and Oil Change

BEST Car DealershipBob Moore FordBob Moore NissanDavid Stanley ChevyEskridge HondaFowler Toyota

BEST Kids ClothingJusticeJC PenneyOnce Upon A ChildPeek-a-BootiqueTarget

BEST Gift ShopBecky’s Gift ShopKay’s GiftsShowplace MarketThe General StoreWarehouse Antique Mall

BEST Wine StoreCheers Wine & SpiritsMoore LiquorQuicker LiquorThe Wine GalleryRiverwalk Wine & Spirits


BEST Hair DesignL.E. SalonPlush SalonSalon InfernoStudio 7 Family Hair CareTangles Hair Studio by Alicia

BEST Dental CareChristian Pilgrim, DDSDental Depot-MoorePerfect Smiles Family DentistryHomsey Family DentistryMoore Smiles Family Dentistry

BEST OrthodontistElassal OrthodontistFarrow OrthodontistKelly Klontz Orthodontist

Best Eye CareEye Care OklahomaLensCraftersMassengale Eye CareMoore Eye CarePainter, Dr. Jon Eye Care

BEST Emergency MedicalAccess Medical Center-MooreAccess Medical Center-S WesternIntegris SW MedicalMoore Express Urgent CareMoore Hospital

BEST Medical Spa/Skin CareAblazing TanAgeless Aesthetics Medical SpaDerma Care OklahomaLongevity SpaThe Bronze

BEST Physical Therapy CenterCutting Edge Physical TherapyJim Thorpe Rehab Physical TherapyR & S Optimal RehabTherapy in MotionMoore Medical Physical Therapy

BEST Fitness CenterAnytime FitnessEarlywine YMCALA FitnessPlanet FitnessFit W/Vic LLC

BEST Senior LivingChateau on the GreenLegends of Rivendeall Assisted Living and Memory CareMeadowlake Assisted LivingSommerset Assisted Living and Memory CareVillage on the Park

BEST BankArvest BankBancFirst BankFirst Fidelity BankMidFirst BankRepublic Bank

BEST Credit UnionAllegiance Credit UnionCommunication Federal Credit UnionFAA Credit UnionOklahoma Educators Credit UnionTinker Federal Credit Union

BEST VeterinarianBoyer Veterinarian ClinicBrookwood Animal ClinicEastmoore Anmal ClinicRanchwood Veterinary HospitalScroggins Animal Hospital

BEST JewelryDiamond Dee-Lite JewelersHuntington Fine JewelersJourney JewelersLewis Jewelers

BEST Private School/Child CareAll About KidsPlay Street Child CarePrimrose School of SWSt Johns Lutheran SchoolWestmore Child Development Center

BEST Funeral ServicesJohn M Ireland Funeral HomeMoore Funeral & CremationResthaven Funeral HomeVondal Smith Funeral Home

BEST Insurance AgencyChad Cobble InsDoyle Crow & AssociatesJim Evans State Farm InsTerry Cavner State Farm InsVirginia Freeman Shelter Ins

BEST Local Retailer (non-chain)The Boutique Kids ClothingParty MooreTo The NinesThe Stitching PostWarehouse Antique Mall

BEST Dance StudioAll That DanceArtWorks StudioDancecenterTop Hat Talent

BEST Home BuilderEvans Fine HomesMarvin Haworth HomesMashburn Faires HomesMcBride BuildsMeek Construction

BEST Storm ShelterGround ZeroKustom Krete Storm SheltersOZ Saferooms TechShelter From the StormSmart Shelters

BEST PlumberBrandon’s PlumbingGordon’s PlumbingHoney Do ConstructionMac’s Plumbing & 24 Hr RooterWill Rogers Plumbing

BEST Heat & AirEllis Heat & AirFirst Time Plumbing & HeatingRandall’s SpecialistsReeves & Hindman Heat & AirWaggoner Heat & Air

BEST Grocery StoreAidi’sCrestHomelandGFFWal Mart Neighborhood Market

BEST Home FurnishingsFabric Trims & MoreHemisphereHoffman’s Home FurnishingsSilverleaf FurnitureWarehouse Antique Mall

BEST Outdoor LivingExcellence In IrrigationGreen Okie Outdoor LivingMarcum’s NurseryS & S PoolsGarden Ponds & Aquariums Unlimited

BEST HotelBest WesternCandlewood SuitesHampton InnLaQuinta InnSpringhill Suites

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PARTING SHOTS

OLD TOWN CHRISTMASIt was a festive weekend filled with music,

carriage rides, cookie decorating and more as the Old Town Christmas celebration returned for a two-day event. The Grinch and Santa Claus himself made appearances and the weekend was capped off with the annual Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony at City Hall.


PARTING SHOTS

SHOP WITH A COPThe Moore Police Department’s annual

Shop with a Cop event welcomed dozens of children and their parents for a morning of food, fun and Christmas shopping. The day started off with breakfast at Chick-Fil-A, followed by a caravan of police vehicles down 19th Street to Target with officers and their young partners prowled the aisles for Christmas goodies.


JH ARCHERYThe City of Moore’s best archers

gathered at Houchin Elementary School in early December for the Big Cat Country Shootout. Schools represented in the contest included Houchin, Waylond Bonds, Fisher, and Southlake Elementary Schools along with Moore West and Highland West Junior High Schools.

SUPERCAT SLAMThe Southmoore Special Olympians took to the

court for they annual SuperCat Slam basketball game at Southmoore High School. The annual event pits the undefeated SaberCat Special Olympics team against a faculty squad. Special Olympics sponsors say that in addition to being fun the event is also the primary fundraiser for the school’s Special Olympics program.


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