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Wed, Jul 20, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – In the coming months, shoppers will begin to see a revamped Nutrition Facts Label stamped on packaged foods lining store shelves after the Food and Drug Administration approved a revised version of the label this spring.

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All the buzz about mosquitoes

Thu, Jun 23, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – The wet spring may have been a boon for crops, but it has opened the door to the possibility of a challenging summer when it comes to mosquitoes.

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Homeowners and families should protect against mosquitoes this summer

Thu, Jun 23, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahomans planning to work and play outdoors this summer should be prepared to protect against mosquitoes.

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DASNR experts go on-site in Nicaragua to help solve food issues

Wed, Jun 15, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Two Oklahoma State University faculty members completed volunteer assignments through Partners of the Americas and the United States Agency for International Development-supported Farmer-to-Farmer program.

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Oklahoma facing a s-tick-y situation this summer

Fri, May 27, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Ticks are small, but after recent mild winters, they could cause big problems for Oklahomans this summer.

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Protecting the family against ticks

Fri, May 27, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – With spring in full bloom and summer well on the way, Oklahoma families heading outdoors to enjoy the warmer temperatures should take extra care to protect themselves against ticks.

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When ticks bite

Fri, May 27, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Ticks are expected to be troublesome this summer and that means it is important to be familiar with preventative measures and what to do if someone is bitten.

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Celebrating Teachers: Stillwater Educators Recognized with OSU Mentor Awards

Thu, May 19, 2016

The OSU College of Education recently recognized three Stillwater Public Schools educators for their efforts in mentoring OSU teacher education and counseling students. Will Rogers Elementary teacher

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Preventing kids and pets from falling out of open windows

Fri, Apr 29, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – While it is hard to resist the lure of spring’s warmer temperatures by airing out the house, be sure to watch small children and pets around open windows.

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Get in the know when severe weather looms

Tue, Apr 26, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – It is not enough to know what to do and where to go in case of severe weather. Families also need an accurate read on weather conditions, especially when dangerous storms are brewing.

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Identify your safe place before severe weather blows in

Tue, Apr 26, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Sure it is the kind of detail that easily falls to the bottom of a jam packed to-do list. But knowing ahead of time where to go when an ugly storm is bearing down could save your life.

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Older adults and planning ahead for severe weather

Tue, Apr 26, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Most Oklahomans know well the need to prepare ahead of severe weather such as tornadoes. This advanced planning is even more important for special populations such as older adults.

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