Hi everyone, it’s finally over.  In my 50-something years on this planet, we have finally passed the corner of one of the most contentious elections I have ever seen. As a Democrat, I can heartily say, with great power comes great responsibility.  The responsibility to get things done now lies in the Republican party’s hands.  From the results of the 2024 election, I am looking forward to this group’s promised effort to make life more affordable. Nothing in life is ever black and white, and it’s time for everyone to get together now, and make our communities work for all of us.

I want to promise you that for as long as I am able, and for as long as you all may value my opinion, I will be here. Staying silent is what fascists count on. I won’t be staying silent. A majority of Americans have spoken, and we must accept their choice. But there’s nothing that says everyone has to like it, and that we can’t write about what’s going on. I am just a local resident who felt that there was enough of the bs floating around on both sides, as my reason to have held off being entirely vocal about National politics – full well knowing that none of you read my blog to read more national rhetoric from either side, and not because I am not interested, not informed or afraid of conflict.

The GO Bond issue loss last night simply came down to Edmond residents voting to stave off any further increases to their monthly mortgage payments, and for good reason, after Edmond homes increased property values already drastically increased their property values sending property taxes sky high, along with increases to their monthly mortgage payment that came in the form of unchecked homeowner’s insurance premiums that doubled if not tripled.  As I said about 6 weeks ago, the projects are meritorious, but the timing from City leaders appeared tone-deaf to concerns of local residents.  Mayor Davis has stated that the projects will move forward anyway, so there is that.

Let’s Kick Off The Holidays next Tuesday 11/12 at 5:30 pm in Downtown Edmond with Deck the Downtown!

The fun begins at 5:30 on Tuesday November 12th.  The location will not be at Festival Marketplace this year but at the intersection of Campbell and Broadway, with the event lasting about 1 1/2 hours!

Activities include: Lighting of the 20’ Christmas tree, special appearances of Santa & Mrs. Claus, live reindeer, horse drawn wagon rides, kid’s activities, cookie decorating, bonfire S’mores, hot cocoa, live music & sing a-longs, and official downtown Edmond collectable ornaments for sale

It’s all part of Visit Edmond’s Miracle on 2nd Street Route 66 celebration, with this event sponsored by Downtown Edmond Business Association and their member sponsors. 

This is a free event that the whole family will remember for years!

Edmond Ice Rink at Mitch Park on Covell kicks off their 2024 season this Saturday 11/8/24! 

Shop & Experience Edmond

Starting this month, Oops I Arted at 33rd & Bryant offers daytime and evening paint party options!

This Saturday, stop by Serendipity Market for the Annual Winter Open House at 917 E. Danforth Rd!

Paper Arts at 221 S Santa Fe is hosting holiday classes! 

That’s it for this eventful week, but keep your eye on EA’s social feeds for daily tidbits about what’s happening around Edmond! 

Take care and see you next week,

Sherri