Strange Offerings

Strange Offerings

 Posted on February 7, 2013

We’ve been experiencing a weird regular ritual at the old farm-house. Starting about 3 months ago, we’ve received small food offerings on our front sidewalk every month. The items are always fresh and unopened usually consisting of milk, candy, bags of chips and the like. Once was a little strange, but this is now the third time. Originally I assumed that these were accidentally left by some school kids coming home from the elementary school up the street. [Read More]
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Cyclist Killed in Hit-and-Run Overnight in OKC

 Posted on February 6, 2013

Color photo of police next to damaged bicycle.

58-year-old Joseph Edward Helmka was struck by a vehicle around 3:00 AM last night near the corner of NW 10th and MacArthur.  He was spotted by a passing motorist and was rushed to the hospital but he expired before arriving at the hospital.  Police are asking anyone with information regarding this crash to contact them at 405-235-7300.

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Oklahoma Freewheel 2013 Route Announced

 Posted on January 16, 2013

The Oklahoma Freewheel has announced their 2013 route with a return to eastern Oklahoma after a couple of years further west. This year will start in Idabel and finish in Joplin, MO after crossing some scenic and a bit hilly terrain. Total mileage is between 458-509 miles depending on the optional routes. Route Breakdown Day 0, June 8: Idabel-TX Border 41 miles Day 1, June 9: Idabel-Antlers 68 miles [Read More]
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Oklahoma Freewheel Announces Price Increase, Route Announcement Tomorrow

 Posted on January 11, 2013

The Oklahoma Freewheel has announced the registration fees for this year’s ride which will start at $295 for an adult (from $175 last year) and $195 for riders under 24 (up from $100 for riders under 15 last year). They list the benefits for the price increases as follows: One of our first steps is to make FreeWheel THE premier bicycle tour in the country. The better our event and the more people we can bring to our host communities, the more everyone wins. [Read More]
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Happy Holidays

 Posted on December 26, 2012

Color photo of my .nieces and nephews.

I finally have a moment with my feet up by the fire after a busy, but happy holiday sprint. Hoping that all of you had a fantastic holiday with a chance to spend time with family and loved ones!

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