Mayor Mick Cornett looks on as Toby Keith speaks during groundbreaking ceremonies for the OK Kids Korral, to be built by the Toby Keith Foundation at NE 8 and Laird, in Oklahoma City Friday, May 18, 2012. Photo by Paul B. Southerland, The Oklahoman
The Oklahoma country music star Friday joined city officials and representatives of his foundation to turn the earth for the 28,000-square-foot lodge that will house pediatric cancer patients and their families as they seek care at The Children's Hospital and other nearby facilities. It is set to open in fall 2013.
Story by BY BRANDY MCDONNELL bmcdonnell@opubco.com
Published: Sat, May 19, 2012
Published: Sat, May 19, 2012
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