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STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahoma State University’s Rodeo Team has overcome the difficulties of training and competing in a pandemic to qualify five students for the College National Finals Rodeo in June.
Read moreThough many changes are linked to aging, other changes commonly associated with aging, such as a decline in memory, reasoning and other thinking skills, are not natural. The Alzheimer’s Association® notes that dementia is not a normal part of aging. There are many different types of dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease, and these are the result of damage to brain cells that affect a person’s ability to communicate. That damage is not inevitable, even if it’s commonly associated with aging.
Read moreWomen of the South awarded four scholarships to deserving high school seniors at the recent South Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce “Excellence In Education Banquet”. Three scholarships for $2,000 each and one for $2,500 in memory of one of their founding members, Judy Williams. Judy had served on many committees and for many years was the Chair for Women of the South’s Scholarship Program. Brandi Mertens and Angela O’Keefe made the presentation to Karen Santillan of US Grant High School. Judy’s husband, Pepper Williams was on hand for the honor.
Read moreThe U.S. Department of Agriculture announced today the appointment of Meryl Harrell as Deputy Under Secretary for Natural Resources and Environment (NRE) and the appointment of Terry Cosby as Chief of the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). They will begin their positions on Monday, May 24.
Read moreChange was a big part of life in 2020. As the world confronted the COVID-19 pandemic, changes had to be made to keep people safe and prevent the virus from spreading. Some of those changes will no doubt prove temporary, while others may have staying power.
Read moreChicken drumsticks or angus beef burgers may be the stars of summertime grilling, but classic side dishes can enhance any meal.
Read moreThe Boomer Seminole Duplicate Bridge group, Tuesday, May 18. There were two- and one-half tables in play. The winners were: first place- Jack Withernow and Vivian Thompson, of Ada, second place- Sharlene Hammons and Lavere Bishops, of Seminole, third place- Judy Atyia and Jan Carrell, of Seminole. Others playing were Frank and Gail Shanklin, of Ada, and Judy James and Mary Whitley, of Seminole.
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