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Spiders are not all bad

Tue, Oct 29, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – Yes, they have four times as many legs as humans, and for a few weeks each year, they might be used to wring screams of terror from unsuspecting victims, but the truth is spiders are mostly peace loving friends of the environment.

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Routine medical care important for pets

Fri, Oct 25, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – Most people do not think twice about scheduling routine medical checkups for themselves or family members. Responsible pet owners need to do the same for their pets and companion animals.

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Keep your pets safe during Halloween

Fri, Oct 25, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. - The neighborhood is teeming with ghosts, goblins, witches and princesses. A big bowl of candy is ready by the front door. Children are excited and ready to go trick-or-treating.

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Safety issues to consider when hunting

Tue, Oct 22, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahoma hunters have been checking their trail cameras, climbing into their blinds and slinging arrows at deer since archery season began Oct. 1.

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Registration deadline upcoming for Nov. 1 Rural Economic Outlook Conference

Mon, Oct 21, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – Agribusiness leaders interested in gaining insight into the latest industry trends should plan to attend the 2013 Rural Economic Outlook Conference Nov. 1 on Oklahoma State University’s Stillwater campus.

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Unwanted pesticide disposal sites for November set in Wilburton, Kingfisher

Wed, Oct 16, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahoma agricultural producers, commercial and noncommercial applicators, as well as pesticide dealers, can get rid of unwanted pesticides in two different locations in November, thanks to the Oklahoma Unwanted Pesticide Disposal Program.

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What is the best way to pay off your mortgage?

Tue, Oct 15, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – With historically low mortgage rates starting to creep back up, many homeowners are asking themselves if it is a better idea to refinance or simply pay more toward the mortgage they already have. Or is there a better option?

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Recycling conference slated Oct. 17 at OSU

Fri, Oct 04, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – Get ready to talk some trash when Oct. 17 rolls around. This is the date for the Oklahoma Recycling Conference slated 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Conoco-Phillips Alumni Center on the Oklahoma State University campus.

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Potential industry for redcedar to be discussed

Thu, Oct 03, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – The Aromatic Cedar Association (ACA) has a vision. During a meeting in 2008, the group stated by 2013 “Manufacturing cedar products has become one of the top 10 industries in Oklahoma.”

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OSU hosting annual Rural Economic Outlook Conference Nov. 1

Wed, Oct 02, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – Agribusiness leaders interested in gaining insight into the latest industry trends should register now for the 2013 Rural Economic Outlook Conference next month on Oklahoma State University’s Stillwater campus.

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CASNR announces 2013 Distinguished Alumni

Fri, Sep 27, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – The College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources at Oklahoma State University has announced Randy Davis, Robert “Bob” Sherrer and J.L. “Butch” Meibergen as the CASNR 2013 Distinguished Alumni.

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Manske joins 4-H Foundation team

Fri, Sep 27, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – His title may have changed but he still bleeds green. Tom Manske, former Extension educator, 4-H Youth Development in Canadian County, has taken on a new professional challenge as the director of development for the Oklahoma 4-H Foundation.

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