SE Oklahoma Journal

06/25/2025

Michael “Ethan” Miller, born on January 12, 1990 in McAlester, Oklahoma, passed away June 23, 2025, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, surrounded by his family.

After graduating from McAlester High School in 2008, Ethan went on to work for several commercial glass companies where he became Project Manager. He was very proud of his work on many large projects in and around Oklahoma & Arkansas, including, the 1st National Center, Oklahoma State Capitol, the Governor’s Mansion, First Americans Museum, Okana, the Den Gymnasium at Noble High School, several buildings on the OU campus, and many more.

Ethan loved to travel and loved sports. He played varsity baseball for McAlester High School and as a freshman was on the undefeated junior varsity basketball team. Ethan traveled to many places in the last few years often accompanied by his good friend, Diane Genther. He saw the Chicago Cubs play at Wrigley Field, KU basketball at Allen Fieldhouse as well as OU baseball in the college world series. He hiked canyons and trails and enjoyed public parks with his beloved dog, Maggie.

Ethan was a lifelong member of the First Free Will Baptist Church of McAlester. He was dedicated to the Lord’s service as a baby, baptized in his youth and served as a youth group leader for the church working with his Youth Pastor Bro. Steve Mayhew who is now Pastor of the Church.

He is survived by his parents, Jim and Linda Miller; sister and brother-in-law, Courtney and Preston McGehee; nephew, Porter McGehee; grandmother, Polly Hewitt. He also leaves behind aunts and uncles, Terry & Sheila Hull, Shelley Miller, Richard & Debbie Christian, and Robert & Lisa Blevins; and a host of cousins, and many lifelong friends.

He was predeceased by his grandparents, Bob & Peggy Miller; grandfather, Gene Hewitt; aunt, Donna Hewitt; and uncle, Randy White.

A memorial service is scheduled for July 1, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at the First Free Will Baptist Church, 332 W. Carl Albert Parkway, McAlester, Oklahoma.

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06/18/2025

Make-A-Wish Oklahoma and Crossland Construction Team Up to
Make Jeremiah’s Superhero Dream Come True

WHO: Make-A-Wish Oklahoma & Crossland Construction
WHAT: Jeremiah’s Wish – Be a Construction Worker (and Superhero) for a Day
WHERE: 633 W. 3rd St | Tulsa, Oklahoma 74127
WHEN: Wednesday, June 25, 2025
Event Details:
 9:30AM – Meet & Greet and Groundbreaking Photo Op
 9:45 AM – Construction tasks/fighting the bad guy
 11:00AM – Victory Lap in Lamborghini
 11:15 AM – Lunch at Crossland o ice (Chik-Fil-A)
 12:30 PM - Event concludes
Calling All Heroes: Jeremiah Saves The Day on the Job Site!
Make-A-Wish Oklahoma and Crossland Construction are thrilled to grant 9-year-old Jeremiah’s biggest
wish — to become a Construction Worker for the Day… with a twist!
On Wednesday, June 25, Jeremiah will arrive on-site and be transformed into a Construction Superhero,
the only one with the power to help finish the job and defeat the mischievous villain who is determined
to take down the construction site.
The villain has caused chaos on the construction site, halting progress and threatening to derail the
entire project! But with his toolbelt, hard hat, and heart of gold, Jeremiah will take on hands-on
construction challenges, help lay the foundation and show that courage and determination can build
more than just buildings — they build hope.
The morning will feature a groundbreaking photo op, interactive superhero-themed construction tasks,
and a Lamborghini victory lap to celebrate his triumph. Jeremiah’s heroic e orts will conclude with a
Chick-fil-A lunch with the Crossland team at their o ice.
MEDIA OPPORTUNITIES:
 Interviews with Jeremiah and family, Make-A-Wish and Crossland representatives
 Action shots of construction activities
Make-A-Wish Oklahoma is a nonprofit organization dedicated to
granting life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. With a history spanning 43 years,
Make-A-Wish Oklahoma has consistently provided hope, strength, and joy to children and their
families. Supported by dedicated volunteers, donors, and partners, the organization is committed to
making dreams come true for Oklahoma's brave children.
***PHOTO AND INTERVIEW OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE***
Contact Information:
Contact: Madison Ruh
Marketing & Events Manager
[email protected]
405-349-7375

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06/03/2025

OKM Music Festival Kicks Off “Under the Stars” at Woolaroc with Grady Nichols and
the Manhattan Chamber Players
Bartlesville, OK — The 41st Annual OKM Music Festival opens with an unforgettable evening “Under the Stars”
at the iconic Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve on Saturday, June 7. This year’s festival celebrates the music
and legacy of Norwegian composer Edvard Grieg, alongside an array of world-class performances and familyfriendly programming.
The evening begins at 7:00 p.m. with Billboard-charting saxophonist Grady Nichols, known for his soulful,
unprogrammed performances. Nichols has shared the stage with legends including Ray Charles, the Beach Boys,
and Wayman Tisdale. His ten studio albums include holiday favorite Falling in Love with Christmas, which
reached #2 on the SmoothJazz.com charts, and London Baby! which remained on Billboard’s Jazz chart for over
six months.
At 8:30 p.m., the Manhattan Chamber Players return for their second year, performing a dynamic program
featuring Grieg’s Holberg Suite, Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 12 in A Major, K. 414, and Grieg’s Piano Concerto
in A Minor, Op. 16. Founded by violist Luke Fleming in 2015, the ensemble comprises top-tier musicians trained
at prestigious institutions such as The Juilliard School, Curtis Institute, and New England Conservatory.
Joining the ensemble is internationally acclaimed pianist David Fung, praised for his elegant yet emotionally
powerful interpretations. Fung has appeared with major orchestras across the globe, including the Cleveland
Orchestra, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Israel Philharmonic, and San Francisco Symphony.
In addition to spectacular music, the event will feature food trucks, children’s activities, and a festive atmosphere perfect for all ages. To conclude the evening, patrons can expect a wonderful fireworks display.
For tickets and full festival details, visit https://okmmusic.org or call 918-336-9900. Celebrate the universal
language of music in the heart of Oklahoma with OKM’s 41st season of excellence.
Contact: OKM Music [email protected]
Phone: 918-336-9900
Website: https://okmmusic.org
By: Jacob Duhon

Oklahoma's Premier Music Festival