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Quilter helps Extension celebrate its centennial anniversary

Tue, Dec 16, 2014

When she was a child, Charlotte Tucker recalls being fascinated by her grandmother, who would sit in her rocking chair and quilt. These days, it is others who are amazed at Tucker’s true gift for an old-fashioned craft with a robust present-day popularity. In fact, her skill recently has been on full display after she quilted the Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service’s official centennial anniversary quilt.

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Pet safety a must during the holiday season

Tue, Dec 16, 2014

STILLWATER, Okla. – The holiday season is a holly, jolly time for the entire family, including your furry family members. Unfortunately, a sick pet can quickly take the ho ho ho right out of your celebration.

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Landscape needs irrigation during the winter season

Thu, Dec 11, 2014

STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahomans already have seen some snow and freezing temperatures, and winter has not officially arrived. While homeowners and gardening enthusiasts may want to stay bundled up indoors, it is important not to forget about your landscape.

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History of the Christmas tree

Wed, Dec 10, 2014

STILLWATER, Okla. – The sight and smell of real Christmas trees gives us a reminder of many happy moments in the past, along with the promise of the bright future that spring is sure to bring.

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Tool maintenance now saves time in the spring

Tue, Dec 09, 2014

STILLWATER, Okla. – Now that Oklahoma is experiencing some winter weather, gardening activities have been slowing down just a bit.

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OSU Meat Judging Team wins another National Championship

Mon, Dec 08, 2014

STILLWATER, Okla. – The Oklahoma State University Meat Judging Team stands atop the meat-judging world after recently winning its 17th National Championship in the 88-year history of the competition.

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New geology curriculum available through 4-H program

Mon, Dec 08, 2014

STILLWATER, Okla. – There can be some advantages to playing with rocks, especially if you are an Oklahoma 4-H’er.

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Remember to water your Christmas tree before it’s too late

Thu, Dec 04, 2014

STILLWATER, Okla. – Everyone is busy, especially during the holidays. If you are not Christmas shopping, you are making family travel plans. If you are not at work, you are at your kid’s school function. You are making dinner, driving to basketball practice, feeding the pets, wrapping presents and cleaning the house.

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Poinsettias add a splash of color to the holiday season

Thu, Dec 04, 2014

STILLWATER, Okla. – Now that the leftover turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce and pumpkin pie have been eaten, many people are decorating for the holiday season. Just about everywhere you look there are signs of Christmas. Neighborhood homes are bathed in festive lights and Christmas tunes are being piped through the sound systems of department stores.

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34th Annual Horticulture Industries Show slated Jan. 16-17

Tue, Dec 02, 2014

STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahoma State University, together with the University of Arkansas, will sponsor the 34th Annual Oklahoma and Arkansas Horticulture Industries Show. Both gardening professionals and enthusiasts should mark their calendars for this information-packed two-day event slated Jan. 16-17, 2015, in Fort Smith, Arkansas. The event will take place at the Holiday Inn City Center, 700 Rogers Ave. The theme of the meeting is “Technology Solutions for Growers and Marketers.”

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The Botanic Garden at OSU is seeking garden enthusiasts

Tue, Dec 02, 2014

STILLWATER, Okla. – If you are a gardening enthusiast who is looking to learn more about gardening or willing to share your gardening knowledge while serving your community, then look no further. The Botanic Garden at Oklahoma State University is just the place for you.

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Anella named new director of The Botanic Garden at OSU

Mon, Nov 24, 2014

STILLWATER, Okla. – A professor at Oklahoma State University will be using what he has been teaching in the classroom in his new role at OSU.

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