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Extracurricular activities help kids make the grade, learn life lessons

Mon, Aug 12, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – For parents wondering if it is truly worth the time, effort and money to run the kids from soccer practice to choir rehearsal to Quiz Bowl competitions or some other activity, the answer is yes.

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Keep it moving for good health in the golden years

Tue, Aug 06, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – Just about everybody dreams of the day they can trade the daily grind for the sweet freedom of retirement. However, recent studies suggest we have a better chance of aging well if we stay active and engaged even after we breeze into our golden years.

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For parents, empty nest can be full of promise

Tue, Jul 23, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – The school year is almost upon us and it is a moment parents anticipate with a pulse-pounding mix of hand-wringing fear and giddy excitement – ushering the last kid out of the house and off to school. But, once the nest is officially empty, what is next?

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Plan ahead to manage back-to-school costs

Tue, Jul 23, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – A sudden uptick in purchases of new clothes and shoes, pristine notebooks and fresh boxes of crayons are sure signs another school year is fast approaching. While back-to-school costs can run high, they do not have to bust the budget or cause parents to lose their grip on that one last nerve.

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Be safe while staying cool in the pool

Thu, Jul 18, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – Warm temperatures are chasing plenty of families to the pool to cool off. Keeping a few basic safety guidelines in mind will ensure accidents do not dampen the good times.

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