Seven Oklahoma Students Named Brad Henry International Scholars
Seven students from Oklahoma's regional universities have been designated Brad Henry International Scholars and are spending the spring semester participating in an international study and internship program at Swansea University in Wales.
02/05/2009
Tax Me More Bill Would Allow Income Tax Refunds to be Donated to General Revenue Fund
In an effort to attract industries, create jobs and keep businesses in the state, Sen. Cliff Branan has authored legislation to begin a discussion in the Legislature about lowering the state's income tax - something he has advocated for since getting into office in 2002....
02/05/2009
Senator Invites Breast Cancer Survivors to Capitol Event
As a breast cancer survivor, Senator Judy Eason McIntyre knows the importance of early detection. She works hard to help raise awareness within state government of the disease as well as find funding and gain support for those Oklahomans diagnosed with breast cancer.
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Crash Consulting Will Be Available at Commerce's Entrepreneurship Conference
Start-up Business Owners Can Get Vital Information During Two-day Conference February 4, 2009 -- Aspiring business owners will have an opportunity to get 'crash consulting' on their ideas during the first annual Oklahoma Department of Commerce Innovation Interactive: The...
02/04/2009
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Provides Food Benefits
The Federal food benefits program has received a new name, but the services provided under the program will remain the same.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food and Nutrition Service announced last fall the food program has been renamed the Supplemental Nutrition...
02/04/2009
Antioxidants are part of a healthy diet
STILLWATER, Okla. ' If your New Year's resolution to get healthy has gone out the window, get back on track by adding antioxidants to your diet.
02/04/2009
Ugly Bug, Indeed
Oklahoma State University President Burns Hargis talks about ugly bugs and the fascinating research conducted by Charlotte Ownby and her...
Entrepreneur's Conference Reaching out to Those Starting or Growing Their Business
Two-day Conference Will Address the Challenges Start-up Business Ventures Face February 3, 2009 -- The first annual Oklahoma Department of Commerce entrepreneur's conference will offer entrepreneurs, investors, and companies, a broad range of networking opportunities,...
Bottled or municipal - Choose your water
STILLWATER, Okla. ' It is safer. It is more pure and tastes better. These are a few of the common perceptions about bottled water. The fact that expense is the major divider between municipal water and most bottled water.
02/03/2009
Be good to your heart during American Heart Month
STILLWATER, Okla. ' Make your heart flutter with happiness and good health this month by beginning diet and lifestyle changes to make your heart its healthiest.
02/03/2009
Dad's presence early on is beneficial for children
STILLWATER, Okla. Although some parenting guides focus on the role of the mother in a child's life, research shows that a father's role is just as important.
02/03/2009
Oklahoma deer population more than a half million
STILLWATER, Okla. ' The Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation is responsible for the management of the deer population in the state, among many other responsibilities.
02/03/2009
Reading is essential to your child's future
STILLWATER, Okla. Reading is a fundamental part of everyday life. If your child is lagging behind, there are steps you can take to keep him or her on the right path.
02/02/2009
New Study Says Manufacturing is Vital to Oklahoma's Economy
February 2, 2009 - A new report, compiled by Southwestern Oklahoma State University and the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission shows the manufacturing sector is a vital component of Oklahoma's economy.The reports findings include: Oklahoma is home to about 4,700...
02/02/2009
Tulsa County's Sue Gray honored as distinguished Extension educator
STILLWATER, Okla. ' Sue Gray, Tulsa County Extension horticulture educator, has been named the 2009 recipient of one of the Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service's most prestigious honors: its Distinguished Educator award.