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OSU Extension celebrates service at Oklahoma Conference on Volunteerism

Oklahoma State University Extension educators and volunteers from across Oklahoma attended the inaugural Oklahoma Conference on Volunteerism, held June 26-27.

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OSU Extension celebrates service at Oklahoma Conference on Volunteerism

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Fathers learn life-long lessons in the Strong Dads program

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Cooking for one or two: Strategies for healthy meals and less waste

Mon, Jul 6, 2026

Fitting in exercise while beating the summer heat

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Power-start the day with a balanced breakfast

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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Adding special dietary needs into holiday meals

Thu, Nov 20, 2014

STILLWATER, Okla. – For many Oklahoma families, a succulent turkey or juicy ham paired with perfectly seasoned dressing is the centerpiece of the traditional holiday meal. But, what do you do when you are hosting guests with special dietary needs?

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Enjoying a healthy holiday season is possible

Tue, Nov 18, 2014

STILLWATER, Okla. – Worried about successfully picking your way through the holiday rush without growing out of your favorite pair of pants?

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Single-load laundry packets could be harmful to kids

Thu, Nov 13, 2014

STILLWATER, Okla. – The new single-load detergent packets populating store shelves might make doing laundry quicker and easier, but if young children happen to get ahold of one of the packets, it could make them sick.

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New Oklahoma co-parenting law strengthened to help kids with divorcing parents

Fri, Oct 31, 2014

STILLWATER, Okla. – When marriages and relationships break up, former partners are free to go their own ways, unless, of course, children are involved. In those cases, it is up to parents to find a way to share child-rearing duties.

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Time change a good reminder to get ready for fall, winter

Wed, Oct 29, 2014

STILLWATER, Okla. – As you prepare to "fall back" with the end of Daylight Savings Time, it is a good opportunity to move forward on getting your home ready for fall and winter.

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Do the little things to protect against identity theft

Wed, Oct 29, 2014

STILLWATER, Okla. – With every swipe of a credit card, click of mouse and even trip to the mailbox, there is a chance your personal information could fall into the wrong hands. While you may not be able to completely escape the risk, following a

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Helping children cope with violent news and images

Tue, Oct 14, 2014

STILLWATER, Okla. – Thanks to today's advanced technology, we often learn what is happening at home and abroad in real time. When the news is bad and the images are violent, it can overwhelm adults. So, it is no surprise exposure to the same can

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Safety tips for back to school

Wed, Aug 20, 2014

STILLWATER, Okla. – As kids head back to school this fall, parents and guardians should spend a few minutes discussing back-to-school safety tips.

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Coon assumes OSU agriculture, natural resources VP post

Wed, Jul 2, 2014

STILLWATER, Okla. – Thomas G. Coon, the newly appointed vice president, dean and director of the Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources (DASNR) at Oklahoma State University, has a passion for teaching and learning, and likes to

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OSU Extension celebrates service at Oklahoma Conference on Volunteerism