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Yesterday, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced an investment of over $12.5 million as part of the USDA Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs. The Phase I awards will support 76 small businesses conducting high-quality research that addresses critical scientific challenges and opportunities in agriculture.
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The Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs (ODVA) and The Norman Veterans Home (NVH) were pleased to announce Wednesday that after years of loyal service, Sarge, the furry and faithful friend of The Norman Veterans Home, is officially hanging up his leash and embarking on a well-deserved retirement at the age of 14. Sarge, who has been a cherished member of the NVH family since 2012, is ready to trade in his workdays for endless belly rubs and some long overdue naps.
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The Seminole County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and the Seminole County Public Building Authority (SCPBA) met in a joint session Monday morning to discuss consideration and possibly vote to amend the Seminole County Building Trust Authority Trust Indenture to provide for management and oversight of the Seminole County Jail.
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Patrons of the New Lima Public School District will face a $380,000 bond election for funding the purchase of new school buses next month.
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Editor’s note: Cindi (Nance) Shivers is a graduate of Seminole High School. Story reprinted with permission from the Yukon Progress. By Conrad Dudderar
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The Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs and the Oklahoma Veterans Commission announced Tuesday morning that Rear Admiral, USN (Ret) Greg Slavonic has been named as the agency Executive Director.
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