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Do the little things to protect against identity theft

Wed, Oct 29, 2014

STILLWATER, Okla. – With every swipe of a credit card, click of mouse and even trip to the mailbox, there is a chance your personal information could fall into the wrong hands. While you may not be able to completely escape the risk, following a few precautions could help shield you from potential problems.

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Helping children cope with violent news and images

Tue, Oct 14, 2014

STILLWATER, Okla. – Thanks to today’s advanced technology, we often learn what is happening at home and abroad in real time. When the news is bad and the images are violent, it can overwhelm adults. So, it is no surprise exposure to the same can affect our children.

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Safety tips for back to school

Wed, Aug 20, 2014

STILLWATER, Okla. – As kids head back to school this fall, parents and guardians should spend a few minutes discussing back-to-school safety tips.

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Coon assumes OSU agriculture, natural resources VP post

Wed, Jul 02, 2014

STILLWATER, Okla. – Thomas G. Coon, the newly appointed vice president, dean and director of the Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources (DASNR) at Oklahoma State University, has a passion for teaching and learning, and likes to apply both to issues that matter to people.

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Tips for summer grilling safety

Fri, Jun 27, 2014

STILLWATER, Okla. – When it comes to summer fun, one thing many families enjoy is cooking on the grill. Whether it is charcoal or gas, there is something that definitely says summer when grilling.

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Go to the right source for severe weather info

Mon, Jun 09, 2014

STILLWATER, Okla. – It is one thing to have an emergency plan and stand ready to execute it in case strong storms develop. But, how do you get in the know when severe weather threatens?

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ID your safe place before severe weather hits

Mon, Jun 09, 2014

STILLWATER, Okla. – When an ugly storm is bearing down and tornado sirens are wailing, it is the wrong time to begin wondering where you could or should take cover.

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Ready, set, sew: Entries sought for Extension’s centennial quilt block challenge

Wed, Jun 04, 2014

STILLWATER, Okla. – Are you creative and itching to show your Oklahoma pride using a needle, thread and sewing machine? Then the Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service’s Quilt Block Challenge is for you.

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Older adults face challenges with family support

Thu, May 08, 2014

STILLWATER, Okla. – There is no getting around the fact we all grow older. Whether we do so gracefully is another matter.

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Extension centennial documentary to premiere on OETA

Thu, Apr 24, 2014

STILLWATER, Okla. – The Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service (OCES) is marking its 100th anniversary with a special hour-long documentary premiering at 7 p.m., May 8 on OETA-TV.

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Kids need fiber, too

Fri, Apr 04, 2014

STILLWATER, Okla. – Most parents try hard to feed their children healthy meals. But, one crucial nutrient often left off the menu is fiber.

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Physical activity important for older adults with diabetes

Mon, Mar 10, 2014

STILLWATER, Okla. – Anyone living with diabetes or at risk for it knows watching the waistline and staying active play a big role in proactively dealing with the disease. But, finding just the right balance between weight loss and exercise is especially crucial to the rising number of older adults managing the condition.

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