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Landowners may be accidentally poisoning wildlife

Wed, Sep 28, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Cool evenings and warm days are a sure sign autumn is here, which means hunting seasons are blasting off in Oklahoma. But, high humidity and warm temperatures this time of year may be contributing to the accidental poisoning of many wildlife species

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Checking utilities in the aftermath of an earthquake

Wed, Sep 28, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – One top priority for homeowners after an earthquake is to ensure all utilities remain in proper working order.

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Checking inside and outside the home for earthquake damage

Wed, Sep 28, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – In the aftermath of an earthquake, damage to homes, buildings and other structures may or may not be visible. That is why it is important to thoroughly check both inside and outside your property as soon as it is safe to do so.

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Culinary training program serving up tasty results for Oklahoma students and school nutrition professionals

Wed, Sep 28, 2016

Although Nancy Sitler, child nutrition director for Sapulpa Public Schools, thought she and her staff were providing solid meal service in the six kitchens across the district, she was nervous about inviting an outside chef consultant to review operations.

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4-H’er overcomes obstacles in the show ring and in life

Wed, Sep 28, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Shelby Frost has an infectious laugh and a smile that will light up a room. But when she is in the show ring with her sheep, she is all business and ready to face any obstacle head on.

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OSU igniting the interest of Jenks High School students

Tue, Sep 27, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Normally, a fire on high school property would result in plenty of screaming and panicked students running for their lives. However, a recent fire at Jenks High School, which was lit by Oklahoma State University personnel, was greeted with “ooooos” and “awwwwws.”

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Academic achievement program for Latino students finding big success in Oklahoma

Tue, Sep 27, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – With plenty of hard evidence confirming its strategy is working, Juntos, a unique program helping Latino students and their families hit all the right academic notes, is poised to expand its impact in Oklahoma.

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Football and agriculture

Thu, Sep 22, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Imagine football without agriculture. Not that difficult, right? Well, wait a minute. Not so fast…

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Oklahoma wheat and canola producers should check their crop often for fall armyworms

Thu, Sep 22, 2016

STILLWATER – Oklahoma State University’s Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources is recommending state wheat and canola growers scout their crop regularly for the presence of fall armyworms, including those planting wheat early who plan to use it as forage.

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Those are not spider webs in the trees

Thu, Sep 22, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – With Halloween quickly approaching, some might think massive populations of giant spiders have taken over parts of the state, spinning webs in tree branches as far as the eye can see.

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OSU Purebred Beef Center supporters honored

Sun, Sep 18, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Mother Nature has proven to be no match for the generosity of Oklahoma State University Purebred Beef Center supporters, who were honored during a come-and-go reception at the center on Sept. 17.

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OSU to soybean producers: Identify defoliators before you spray

Fri, Sep 16, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Caterpillars are feeding on Oklahoma soybeans, but producers need to identify which type of pest is ruining their crop before spraying.

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