Director's Weekly Memo 2016-8-8
CareerTech personnel honored; robotics skills demonstrated; new resources supplement OK Career Guide; CareerTech making a difference with companies; CareerTech making a difference in a student's life; Oklahoma teachers and administrators attend SREB summer conference; useful...
08/10/2016
A growing relationship
Old School Farms lies at the foot of some radio antennas in south Oklahoma City.
08/09/2016
AG Pruitt's Suit Against FCC Saves State and Local Agencies Millions of Dollars
After a lawsuit brought by Oklahoma Attorney General Scott Pruitt, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) issued an order this week that will save the state millions of dollars by partially relieving state and local agencies from the burden of unlawful federal...
Lerblance inducted into Oklahoma 4-H Hall of Fame
STILLWATER, Okla. When Lexie Lerblance started third grade at a new school, everything was new new teachers, new friends and new after-school activities. Although she played sports, she was looking for something different at the time.
08/09/2016
Murray County 4-H'er inducted into Oklahoma 4-H Hall of Fame
STILLWATER, Okla. Throughout his 10-year 4-H career, Steven Baringer set goals for himself. While he has been quite successful in this youth organization, there was one goal he did not achieve that of being selected to serve as a State 4-H Ambassador.
OSU Cooperative Extension's Josh Bushong receives industry honor
LAHOMA, Okla. Josh Bushong, Oklahoma State University Cooperative Extension area agronomist for the state's Northwest District, has been named the 2016 recipient of the Mark C. Boyles Oilseed Industry Meritorious Service Award.
Applications Now Open for the Certified Healthy Oklahoma Program
An important contributor to improving the health of Oklahomans is providing opportunities to make healthier choices where we live, work, learn, play and pray.
The Certified Healthy Oklahoma program provides:
an assessment to help organizations gauge where they are...
08/05/2016
Stay cool
STILLWATER, Okla. Few activities are more refreshing on a hot day than taking a dip in the swimming pool. As the summer heat peaks and begins to wind down, whether the family is splashing around in the backyard or enjoying the amenities at the local community center,...
08/05/2016
Using single-load laundry packets safely
STILLWATER, Okla. Doing laundry probably tops the list of the most frequent, yet necessary household tasks, so anything to make the chore a little easier is certainly welcome.
08/05/2016
Be safe while enjoying lakes and rivers in Oklahoma
STILLWATER, Okla. Lots of Oklahomans will be heading to the lake to relax even as summer heats up before beginning the slow, annual slide into fall. Following some important safety measures while on the water will help ensure a fun, accident-free experience for everyone.
08/05/2016
Changes to Oklahoma driver license law related to motorcycle endorsement
(OKLAHOMA CITY) Starting August 26, 2016, Oklahoma law will change for people 17 or younger who are seeking a driver license with an M (motorcycle) endorsement.
As of that date, riders age 17 or younger who are seeking a license with an M endorsement will be required...
08/05/2016
Current Downturn in Gross Receipts Lasting Longer than During Great Recession
Charts and graphs
OKLAHOMA CITY ' The ongoing contraction in state Gross Receipts to the Treasury has now lasted longer than the downturn experienced from the Great Recession, State Treasurer Ken Miller said today as he released the July revenue report....
08/04/2016
Former DASNR Dean and Director Sam E. Curl passes
STILLWATER, Okla. Sam E. Curl, dean and director of Oklahoma State University's Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources from 1997 to 2004, passed away Aug. 2 in Granbury, Texas.