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Safe water, food and medicine important after wildfire

STILLWATER, Okla. (April 20, 2018) – After a wildfire, the safety of water and food as well as medications are at the top of the priority list for affected families.
Safe water, food and medicine important after wildfire
OSU introduces new hard white wheat variety

Fri, Feb 12, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahoma producers interested in taking advantage of a robust hard white wheat market will be in an excellent position to do so with the release of Stardust, a new variety developed by the Oklahoma State University Division of

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Financial resolutions for the New Year

Thu, Dec 17, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – The realm of New Year's resolutions is limitless: Spend more time with the family. Lose weight. Read more. But, what about your money?

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Knowing your winter weather terms part of bracing for the cold season

Thu, Dec 17, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – As you shake, shiver, slip and slide through the winter months, reduce your exposure to cold-weather hazards by learning common weather terms and preparing ahead of possible storms or other emergencies.

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Shopping safely online

Thu, Dec 10, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – It is almost crunch time for consumers doing their holiday shopping online, especially if they want to avoid hassles such as overnight shipping charges or potentially late-arriving gifts.

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Four Oklahoma counties chosen for national economic development initiative

Tue, Dec 8, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – Four northeastern Oklahoma counties now form one of the newest regions selected for the national economic development program, "Stronger Economies Together."

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Monitor your money closely during the shopping season

Wed, Dec 2, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – While you are out hunting for the perfect gifts, beware of those who could be taking advantage of the season of giving by stalking your money.

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Medication safety during the holidays

Fri, Nov 20, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – Medications and vitamins should always be handled safely and stored properly. But, special care should be taken during the holidays when families may be hosting guests at home or traveling out of town for the season.

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Think safety first to avoid holiday decorating hazards

Fri, Nov 20, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – For many of us, decking the halls is a big part of making the holidays bright, but doing so safely helps guarantee the season will indeed be merry.

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Choosing the right insurance plan for your family

Fri, Nov 20, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – With insurance enrollment deadlines for Medicare and the Health Insurance Marketplace quickly approaching, many consumers across Oklahoma and the nation are faced with important decisions that could have lasting consequences. So

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Age, skills, interests key in picking gifts for children

Fri, Nov 20, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – As the holidays shift into warp speed, store aisles and Internet websites will be jammed with shoppers hunting for the perfect gift for the youngest members on their gift lists. Keeping a few toy safety guidelines in mind can

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