Poll results indicate challenger Ed Shadid will need to energize new voters in significant numbers to wage a successful challenge. Results of the poll were weighted by sex and age and were adjusted using a model reflecting participation in previous Oklahoma City mayoral elections. The poll was conducted from February 17 to 19, 2014. Selected […]
2014
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The issues
Mick Cornett 1. Public safety: “We can have all the quality-of-life amenities, but if people don’t feel safe in their neighborhoods, it’s meaningless. That’s why the last decade, we’ve consistently put two-thirds of our budget towards public safety, we’ve used the MAPS 3 use tax to fund a new police fleet and new police helicopters, […]
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Are you experienced?
In past Oklahoma City mayoral elections, incumbents have generally fared well. Current Mayor Mick Cornett has not faced a serious challenge to his seat since he took office in 2004. This time, however, he faces a well-financed, first-term Oklahoma City Council member, Ed Shadid. He also faces two dark horse candidates who could pull votes […]
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Mayoral candidate denied access speak at City Council meeting
Nelson, 76, addresses the council regularly during the public comments section of the council agenda. Since filing for office, Nelson has been told twice he could not make any remarks to the council unless they involved an agenda item. Dilapidated buildings and abandoned structures are routinely considered by the council. In a letter to Oklahoma […]
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FILM
Romeo and Juliet, (U.S., 2014, dir. Don Roy King) get your heart racing for Valentine’s Day with the timeless love story Romeo and Juliet, 7:30 p.m., Feb. 13, 14; 2 p.m., Feb. 16. Quail Springs Mall, 2501 W. Memorial, 755-6530, quailspringsmall.com. THU–FRI, SUN 2014 Academy Award-Nominated Animated Short Films, see all of the animated short […]
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Race is on
As expected, OKC incumbent Mayor Mick Cornett will seek a record fourth term, but he has got plenty of challengers, most notably spinal surgeon and Ward 2 Councilman Ed Shadid. Retired businessman Joe “Sarge” Nelson, the last to file for office Friday, and Phil Hughes, owner of Hughes Synergies Co., up the race to four […]
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Jumpstart your 2014
Red Coyote Running and Fitness 5720 N. Classen Blvd.redcoyoterunning.com840-0033 If you’ve decided to get fit in 2014, run to Red Coyote and grab a flashy, comfortable pair of running shoes that will give your feet the support they need whether your goal is to become one of those people who runs at 5 a.m. every […]
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Who will take reigns on popular Halloween parade?
Tuesday’s media statement, sent to media outlets, sponsors and fans, reads: Oklahoma Gazette has announced that it will no longer produce Gazette’s Halloween Parade. As part of the news organization’s strategic planning in advance of its 35th anniversary in 2014, it will focus on its core drive of news and information delivery, with a particular […]