Actress Emilee Wallace
Edmond Teen Finds Television Success Sharing the set with the stars of “Grey’s Anatomy” or rubbing elbows with actress Amy Brenneman might seem like an easy way to spend your days, but Emilee Wallace says acting is hard work and not for the faint of heart. The wholesome good looks of the 16-year-old Edmond resident…
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I Do Bridal Sue Thongthai from Thailand had a desire to begin her own business. "I never thought about owning a bridal shop until after my own wedding." "As a child, I watched my mother make my clothes. She owned a treadle sewing machine and loved to sew," said Sue, short for Supha. "I didn't…
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Just in Time for Back To School Pass It On, Edmond's longest-running "garage sale" featuring kids clothes will be held September 7 from 8 am to 6 pm and September 8 from 8am to 3 pm. This fall/winter consignment sale has grown to include more than 350 consignors and will be held at Church of…
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Teddy Burch, managing editor, is working from home this week. Teddy is recovering from a "slip and slide" accident. Teddy was simply following directions… remove product from packaging, roll out across lawn, hook up to garden hose, let the fun begin – for kids. But Teddy admits disregarding the weight and size limit for intended…
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FireLake Grand Casino FireLake Grand Casino provides a refined gaming experience with more amenities, more games and an upscale property that appeals to sophisticated players and established Oklahoma locals alike. In addition to a gaming area that includes over 1,800 slot machines, blackjack, a poker room, craps and spinette, FireLake Grand Casino takes entertainment to…
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"You think she lived out in the panhandle when Donna talks about her drive to and from the office," explains Peyton Stovall, print project manager. Donna Walker rants "My drive takes forever! There are lots of hills and it's rural – and it's really dark out there at night." Yet the dedicated account executive gets…
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Children's Safety Challenge The Children's Safety Challenge will be held June 11-14 at the Edmond Fire Administration, 5300 East Covell. Children ages 5-10 are invited to enroll in the Edmond Fire Department Children's Safety Challenge. This free two-day clinic will provide your child with safety education that could save his or her life. For more…
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"This thing isn't for grown-ups," was the warning Peyton Stovall, print project manager, got as she prepared to launch herself down the corkscrew slide at the new Omniplex exhibit, Gadget Trees. "The little boy before me was right," explains Peyton. "I should have listened. I wrenched my knee and almost missed the half marathon." Jaimi…
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Do you know what goes on in the halls and classrooms of your child's school? If you'd like to take a more active role, Watch D.O.G.S. (Dads of Great Students) across America can provide fathers and other male guardians with that opportunity. Each day, different volunteers participate in the school's classes and supervising duties. "I…
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To the web department's dismay, Dave Miller, CEO, has set up a desk in the bullpen. "I am no longer content to be merely a figure head here at Back40. I used to design. I used to code. I am rolling up my sleeves and getting back to it. Unless, of course, we get too…
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Around Town After Hour Health Care Now OpenPhysicianCare PM, Edmond’s newest walk-in immediate care center offers a convenient health care alternative to Edmond residents when their family physician is closed. Located at 1714 S. Kelly, the clinic is open weekdays from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m., Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 10 pm and Sundays…
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