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Fresher, tastier choices coming to school cafeterias this fall

Wed, Aug 05, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – Students can look forward to experiencing newer, fresher tastes in school cafeterias beginning this fall thanks to an innovative skills development program targeting school nutrition professionals in Oklahoma.

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Food safety is important when it comes to packing school lunches

Wed, Aug 05, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – Just a few short weeks ago Oklahoma children were celebrating the end of another school year. Fast forward to now and those same children already are seeing back-to-school items in their local retail stores. In fact, some schools across the state are currently back in session.

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Extracurricular activities help kids make the grade, learn life lessons

Tue, Aug 04, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – Every school year, parents and guardians often pull off the ultimate balancing act, shuffling kids from athletic practices and games to orchestra to debate, but the potential benefits for those children is nearly as limitless as the activities open to them.

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For parents, empty nest can be full of promise

Tue, Aug 04, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – For many Oklahoma families ushering the last kid out of the house this fall and officially emptying the nest, it is a moment brimming with hand-wringing fear, giddy excitement and one looming question: What is next?

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New campaign can help prevent TV and furniture tip-over deaths and injuries

Fri, Jul 31, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – A trip to the emergency room for a child is something all parents try to avoid. However, one of the top hidden hazards in the home can quickly find parents making that dreaded trip.

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OSU releases new wheat variety in time for fall planting

Wed, Jul 29, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – In advance of the upcoming fall planting season, Oklahoma State University’s Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources announced the release of Bentley, its newest wheat variety.

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Cow-calf producers should register now to attend Sept. 17-18 beef symposium in Oklahoma City

Tue, Jul 28, 2015

OKLAHOMA CITY – Cattle producers operating intensive beef cow production systems can ensure they are aware of the latest animal care and management innovations by attending the Sept. 17-18 Dr. Kenneth and Caroline McDonald Eng Foundation Symposium in Oklahoma City.

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Cool equine managers help horses avoid heat stress

Tue, Jul 21, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – The historic hottest part of summer is fast approaching, underscoring the importance for horse managers to review basic strategies that will help their equines avoid heat stress.

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Value-added cattle program OQBN sets fall sales dates

Tue, Jul 21, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – Dates and locations have been set for the latest round of sales for Oklahoma Quality Beef Network certified cattle.

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Dig into soil at backyard composting class at Stillwater Public Library

Mon, Jul 20, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – Local gardeners and conservationists who would like to learn more about backyard composting can attend an informative workshop at the Stillwater Public Library.

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Oklahoma Irrigation Conference set for Aug. 18 in Ft. Cobb

Thu, Jul 16, 2015

FT. COBB, Okla. – Southern Plains agricultural producers looking to get the most out of their water-use investment should register now to attend the Aug. 18 Oklahoma Irrigation Conference in Ft. Cobb.

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Optimize your horse’s water intake

Thu, Jul 16, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – As the dog days of summer approach, it is paramount that equine owners optimize their horse’s water intake to ensure animal well-being and performance.

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