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Free training offered to help communities combat illegal dumping

In an effort to help communities address illegal roadside dumping and other environmental crimes, Oklahoma State University Extension is partnering with the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality and Keep Oklahoma Beautiful to host an Oklahoma

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Free training offered to help communities combat illegal dumping

Mon, Jul 6, 2026

Fitting in exercise while beating the summer heat

Thu, Jun 11, 2026

OSU Agriculture is part of a national initiative to make food healthier

Thu, May 14, 2026

Power-start the day with a balanced breakfast

Fri, Apr 17, 2026

OSU Extension educators end 2025 with purpose

Basic home updates help loved ones age in place

Tue, Jan 11, 2022

Basic home updates to make it easier to age in place.

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Medical sharps collection program underway

Wed, Jan 5, 2022

A pilot program for collecting used medical sharps is underway in various locations across Oklahoma.

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Chair exercises are beneficial for older adults

Wed, Dec 22, 2021

Gina Peek, an Oklahoma State University Extension specialist, discusses how older adults can stay active with effective chair exercises.

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Feeling low? Overcome the winter blues with self-care

Thu, Dec 16, 2021

Rachel Morse, an Oklahoma State University Extension mental health specialist, discusses ways to recognize and address seasonal affective disorder.

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High Obesity Program makes the healthy choice the easy choice

Tue, Dec 7, 2021

The High Obesity Program in Adair and Muskogee counties works closely with OSU Extension and other community partners to improve access to healthy food and safe places for physical activity.

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Talking to kids about vaccines involves a lot of listening

Fri, Nov 5, 2021

The FDA has approved a COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 5 to 11. OSU specialists explain how best to talk to children about the vaccine.

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Heal the Harvester: Extension partners to address mental health challenges for farmers and ranchers

Tue, Oct 26, 2021

The Heal the Harvester training program launched in October to help county Extension educators recognize and address mental health crises in rural Oklahoma.

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Mobile Farmers Market helps youth learn about nutrition

Mon, Oct 18, 2021

OSU Extension's High Obesity Prevention Program aims to help lower the obesity rate by teaching youth about making healthy food choices.

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Mobile Farmers Market helps youth learn about nutrition

Mon, Oct 18, 2021

OSU Extension's High Obesity Prevention Program aims to help lower the obesity rate by teaching youth about making healthy food choices.

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Pets play vital role in mental health

Wed, Oct 6, 2021

Research shows that pets are good for both mental and physical health.