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Happy Thursday, Oklahoma City! Here's everything you need to know going on in town today.

First, today's weather:

Plenty of sunshine. High: 75 Low: 51.

Here are the top stories today in Oklahoma City:

1. Dr. R.P. Ashanti-Alexander appointed as Education Committee Chair for Oklahoma NAACP (Chickasha Express Star)
2. MetaFund hires Adams as community investment officer (Journal Record)
3. Authorities involved in standoff in eastern Oklahoma County (KFOR Oklahoma City)
4. University of Central Oklahoma to graduate six Owasso students (Tulsa World)
5. Graphic: Police release body camera footage of officer-involved shooting in Oklahoma City (KFOR Oklahoma City)
6. “24 Works on Paper” exhibit concludes statewide tour in Oklahoma City (City-sentinel)
7. Local brewery, nonprofit team up to give back at birthday celebration (KOCO Oklahoma City)
8. Ethan Lane Predicts WOTUS Will Continue to be Debated as Administrations Come and Go (oklahomafarmreport.com)
9. 18-year-old arrested in connection with shooting that killed innocent bystander (KFOR Oklahoma City)
10. OKC City Council approves more than $200K to buy rifles for police department (KOCO Oklahoma City)
11. OCPD: Driver flees from traffic stop in northwest OKC (KOCO Oklahoma City)
12. Consumer Cellular bringing 300 jobs to Oklahoma City (KOKH FOX25)
13. Integris Health Offers Holiday Safety Tips (news9.com KWTV)
14. Edmond Quarantine Policy On Temporary Injunction (news9.com KWTV)
15. OKC Mayor Candidates File For Deadline To Run (news9.com KWTV)
16. NW Oklahoma City apartment tenants say no heat for weeks, management won't fix problem (KFOR Oklahoma City)
17. Column: Mutual aid lets us care for each other (Norman Transcript)
18. Do you have what it takes to be OKC's next Mayor? Today's the last day to file (KOKH FOX25)
19. Oklahoma City, Gov. Stitt remember the attack on Pearl Harbor 80 years later (KOKI FOX 23)
20. Oklahoma City fire officials say December is peak month for candle fires (KFOR Oklahoma City)
21. Edmond woman starring in West Side Story remake (KOCO Oklahoma City)
22. State Department of Ed, school sponsors investigating new Epic allegations (Tulsa World)
23. Civic Center and OKC Parks present powerful, local 'Gem of the Ocean' (Oklahoma City Free Press)
24. OKC FOP Reacts To Rising Number Of Officers Shot, Killed While On Duty (News On 6)
25. Film Crew For Nefarious Film LLC Goes On Strike In OKC (news9.com KWTV)
26. NPD data show racial disparity in use of force (Norman Transcript)
27. City Beat: Boutique Hotel Opens In NW OKC, Art Installations To Be Unveiled In January (News On 6)
28. Fun-loving Oklahoma teen hoping to find family to enjoy all of life’s adventures with her (kfor.com)
29. Authorities confirm 1 person died in five-vehicle wreck in Oklahoma City (KFOR Oklahoma City)
30. Student detained while authorities investigate threat regarding Piedmont High School (KOCO Oklahoma City)

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Today in Oklahoma City:

From my notebook:

• Oklahoma City Police Department: "One of our motorcycle officers recently recorded a Ford Mustang going 124mph in a 60mph zone on Broadway Extension, the driver was ticketed. Folks, per the Oklahoma Highway Safety Office in 2020 there were 1,372 crashes from speeding in ..." (Facebook)
• Oklahoma City Police Department: "This guy shoplifted from the Lowes at NW 39th and N. May. If you know who he is, call Crime Stoppers at 405/235-7300 or leave a tip online at www.okccrimetips.com. You can remain anonymous and may earn a cash reward. 21-83529" (Facebook)
• Oklahoma City Police Department: "Officers assigned to our Hefner Division & Springlake Division with assistance from our partners at United States Marshals Service arrested Tavion Edwards yesterday on a murder warrant related to our 74th murder investigation of this yea..." (Facebook)
• Oklahoma City Fire Department: "There will soon be twenty-four new hazardous materials technicians on the OKCFD. Battalion Chief Clint Greenwood is instructing a hazardous materials technician course for Oklahoma City Firefighters. OKCFD responds to approximately twent..." (Facebook)
• Oklahoma City Police Department: "This guy broke into the coin box of an ice machine near NW 10th and Meridian. If you recognize him or his vehicle, call Crime Stoppers at 405/235-7300 or leave a tip online at www.okccrimetips.com. You can remain anonymous and may earn a..." (Facebook)
• Oklahoma City Thunder: "K-Rich, Monster Competitor." (Facebook)
• Oklahoma City Police Department: "GRAPHIC CONTENT - May be disturbing to some viewers discretion advised As part of our continued efforts to provide transparency surrounding officer involved shootings we are releasing this community incident briefing. #21-89448" (Facebook)
• Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum: "In the 168 Days of Remembrance leading to the 27th Anniversary of April 19, 1995, #WeRemember. We remember those who were killed – Lanny Lee David Scroggins. We honor those who survived – Shon Simpson, Kristin (Kris) Skinner, Steve Slaws..." (Facebook)
• Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum: "The Gates of Time – every visit offers a new perspective." (Facebook)
• OKC Dream Center: "HUGE SHOUT OUT to CrockStar Dinner Club LLC for donating 8 totes full of toys!! We are so thankful for businesses like yours. We are going to have some excited kiddos! #OKCDC | #DClovesOKC | #DCKids" (Facebook)
• Oklahoma City Fire Department: "Please join us in congratulating Scott Douglas who received his Captain's helmet shield today from Fire Chief Richard Kelley. Scott recently promoted to the rank of Captain and is now serving as the Assistant Public Information Officer f..." (Facebook)
• Oklahoma City Thunder: "#ThunderUp north. 6:30PM CT on Bally Sports OK" (Facebook)
• Downtown OKC Partnership: "You don’t need snow to go sledding in a winter wonderland, just snag passes to the LifeShare WinterFest Snow Tubing at Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark in @bricktown. We’ve linked more information for you in our bio. ️🌨" (Facebook)
• Oklahoma City Ballet: "Celebrate the holiday season while supporting our mission to serve the community at our Nutcracker boutique! // When planning your visit to "The Nutcracker", make sure to remember to stop by our boutique in the front lobby! Proceeds from..." (Facebook)
• Oklahoma Department of Transportation: "DRIVER ETIQUTTE: Santa is watching! You better not speed, you better watch out! #12daysofchristmas #safetyclick" (Facebook)
• Oklahoma City Thunder: "Following an 18-point comeback win on Monday the Thunder look to carry that momentum north as they prepare to take on the Toronto Raptors. | Game Day Report" (Facebook)
• Oklahoma City Public Schools: "#CommunityPartners: Oklahoma City Community College offers English as a Second Language (ESL) courses to #OKCPS parents and guardians! This is a great opportunity for families who want to improve their English language skills! Call 405-6..." (Facebook)
• Oklahoma City Public Schools: "#PartnersInAction! #OKCPS kiddos look so comfy and cozy in #CoatAKid coats from the Oklahoma City Public Schools Foundation! https://www.okckids.com/coat-a-kid/" (Facebook)
• Oklahoma City Ballet: "It's not too late to RSVP to the Stahlbaum family's annual Christmas party! Performances of "The Nutcracker" are December 11-19, get your tickets at bit.ly/NutcrackerOKCB Photo Credit: Jana Carson" (Facebook)
• Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum: "THIS FRIDAY is your opportunity to join a #BetterConversations session! Author and motivational speaker Mindy Corporon will discuss "Healing through Courageous Kindness" with Memorial Board Chair and Inasmuch Foundation CEO Bob Ross and ..." (Facebook)
• Oklahoma City Philharmonic: "Trio Dolce playing this afternoon for #artmovesokc at the Leadership Square! " (Facebook)
• Oklahoma City University: "High school filmmakers: the deadline for the OKCU Film High School Film Festival is approaching! Submit your best work in narrative, documentary, animation or experimental filmmaking by Dec. 15 to be considered. Learn more and submit: ht..." (Facebook)
• Oklahoma City Mom: "Are you planning a trip to Disney??? Or dreaming of planning a trip to Disney?? Reach out to our friends at Vincent Magical Vacations first! Let this talented team of Disney experts help YOU travel like an expert, too! They can help save..." (Facebook)
• Oklahoma City Ballet: "Performances of “The Nutcracker” open this weekend!" (Facebook)
• Oklahoma City University: "Come out and support your Stars tonight as they take on John Brown University! The women's basketball team will play at 6 p.m. with the men's team starting immediately after. Go Stars! " (Facebook)
• Water4: "Our Founders are leading the charge #Forever4Ward with a Founder's Challenge donation of $175,000! Now through the end of the year come alongside them to maximize your gift's impact and help bring safe water to 22,000 people for life. Gi..." (Facebook)
• Oklahoma City Dodgers: "Still looking for the perfect gift for your little slugger? For the Eighth Day of Christmas, we're giving you 25% off of all plush items in the OKC Dodgers Team Store! Explore Now: http://ow.ly/awMs50H04kU" (Facebook)
• Oklahoma City Public Schools: "Become an #OKCPS Family and Community Advocate! Family and Community Advocates work at an assigned school to improve communication between educators and students’ families, help families understand their student’s academic environment, a..." (Facebook)
• Oklahoma City Mom: "We are wishing the happiest of birthdays to our dear contributor, Allison Stafford! We hope your day is as amazing as you are!" (Facebook)
• Oklahoma City Thunder: "LU gets up and the Sonic Drive-In Slam ! Enter for tonight's game: https://nba.com/thunder/sonicslam" (Facebook)
• Communications & Marketing Director Joshua Ryan, City of Midwest City: "Mayoral and Council Candidate Filing Deadline is Dec. 8 - Midwest City residents interested in running for Mayor or for City Council seats in Wards 1, 3, or 5, have until 5 p.m. on Wednesday, December 8 to file. Declarations of candidacy..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Woodview: "Who need packing boxes? - I have some from all different sizes, please pick them up today if you need any. I live in Del city." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Memorial Park: "Consumer Cellular announces more than 300 jobs coming to OKC - By Staff Reports / Economy / December 7, 2021 Top-rated wireless carrier Consumer Cellular today announced it will bring more than 300 full-time and part-time jobs to Oklaho..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Roxboro: "Anyone's cat? - It's been staying close to my house and ive seen it for several days now. Definitely seems like it belongs to someone." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Oaks III: "Cox Cable TV - Oaks III Neighborhood are you having problems receiving all the cables channels you subscribe to on Cox Cable? I have had problems since Nov 25 Error Message on TV says Try Again Later Problem On Our Side I reported it..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Persimmon Hill: "Anyone missing a Cat? - Near 67th and Rhode Island. I hear his name is Bob?" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, WesTen District: "This weekend, you are invited... - @ The Fellowship, 7901 NW 16th (corner of N Council & NW 16)." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Stone Meadows South: "Running in neighborhood 164th + western. - Currently in my yard for safety. German shep is a momma!!!! White still puppy. Possibly strays?? Fence isn't secure, can't keep all night, shelter closed." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Rambling Acres: "Very early this morning a man came up on my porch at 12:59AM and stole my son’s bike. - He had a scarf type thing wrapped around his head and possibly even a mask on. Thankfully the bike had a flat tire and was ditched at the edge of the..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Parkview: "Hello. - This sweet boy ended up in my backyard and I have no clue where he came from or how he ended up in my backyard. I just happened to look out the window and saw him playing with my dog. If this sweet boy belongs to you, please con..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Wingspread: "TherMostat settings - Where do y'all keep yours? Mine is 59 in the winter gobdless" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Gatewood: "Anyone know why the street lights on NW. - 16th St. between Classen and McKinley are always flickering? They seem like they are on a strobe effect." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Lakeshore Estates II: "Question for neighbors on 83rd St regarding the digging. - For those with sprinkler systems installed in the front yard, what did you do? I’m worried they are going to dig and damage it." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Lakeaire: "This is where my Amazon delivery went. - Do you recognize this house? I really would love to have my items please. It was supposed to go to 5936 NW 86th Street. Please help ❤❤" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Winds West: "So my roommate came home to again find the bedroom window forced open on our house. - And once again, my dogs are missing. I live at 3718 Southwind Ave. My roommate found a Walmart lunch plate just outside the window and I am afraid wh..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Youngs-Englewood: "My roommates cat got out if you see him please message me with a picture and location! - He’s sorta aggressive sometimes but he’s a good boy." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Original Mile: "Whose cat is this?? - Does anyone recognize this cat? He keeps sleeping on our porch at night. It’s too cold out there. Anyone know where he belongs??" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Original Mile: "Whose cat is this?? - Does anyone recognize this cat? He keeps sleeping on our porch at night. It’s too cold out there. Anyone know where he belongs??" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Venice: "Lost dog. - Maggie. 5 year old female Shih Tzu lost at 2435 NW 122nd St in Oklahoma City. Reward and no questions asked if dog is returned unharmed. Call (405)808-4700. Her owner is extremely distraught." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Village Green: "Senior pictures - What photographers do people strongly recommend for senior photos?" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Westwood Estates: "Check out my new group: Action not Apathy - Everyone who is interested is welcome to join. Here's the link: https://nextdoor.com/g/rszlm1btd" (Nextdoor)

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