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Cleaning dishes and kitchen surfaces after a disaster

Thu, May 14, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – Depending on the source, floodwaters could contain anything from germs, debris, toxic chemicals or hazardous materials to pesticides, gasoline or other household chemicals. That is why in the aftermath of a flood, kitchen equipment and surfaces require special attention.

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Cleaning carpets, rugs and floors after a flood

Thu, May 14, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – One of the most challenging parts of cleaning up after a flood is drying the flooring, especially if it was contaminated by mud.

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Preventing and cleaning mold and mildew after a storm

Thu, May 14, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – Cleaning up after a flood can be a big job, but one of the first priorities should be taking steps to prevent mold and mildew in your home.

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Starting to recover from a flood

Thu, May 14, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – Dealing with the aftermath of a flood can be overwhelming. No matter where you decide to start the cleaning up, it is important to keep safety in mind.

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Woods County Extension Director and Educator Karen Armbruster honored for her service

Thu, Apr 23, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – For nearly 35 years, Karen Armbruster has served Woods County as a family and consumer sciences/4-H educator for the Oklahoma State University Cooperative Extension.

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Prepare now for emergencies

Mon, Mar 30, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – It is the kind of task that often falls to the bottom of the priority list, but preparing ahead of a possible emergency or disaster reduces the risk of harm to you and your family.

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Use your tax refund to boost your financial future

Mon, Mar 30, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – Are you one of the lucky ones anticipating a tax refund this year? While you are busy dreaming up all the ways you will spend it, think of putting at least a few of those dollars to work creating a brighter financial future for you and your family.

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Getting on the savings track and staying on course

Mon, Mar 30, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – When it comes to saving a dollar or two, there are no shortage of ways to nickel and dime your way to a respectable wad of cash – save your loose change, brown bag your lunch, quit smoking, or cut down on buying specialty coffees, soda or other unhealthy snacks.

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Save energy and money with tankless water heaters

Mon, Mar 30, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – These days, we can get all sorts of things on demand, even our home appliances. For example, tankless water heaters provide hot water with a flick of the hot-water tap.

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Quilter helps Extension celebrate its centennial anniversary

Tue, Dec 16, 2014

When she was a child, Charlotte Tucker recalls being fascinated by her grandmother, who would sit in her rocking chair and quilt. These days, it is others who are amazed at Tucker’s true gift for an old-fashioned craft with a robust present-day popularity. In fact, her skill recently has been on full display after she quilted the Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service’s official centennial anniversary quilt.

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Holiday toy safety

Fri, Nov 21, 2014

STILLWATER, Okla. – Sharp edges and points, cords and strings, small parts and flying objects. None of these is most likely top of mind when you are scouring stores and the Internet trying to fulfill your kids’ holiday wish lists.

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