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Elk City School Board holds March meeting
Elk City School Board holds March meeting
The Elk City School Board met at the Elk City Board of Education on March 11 for their regularly scheduled meeting. 03/15/2024 10:00 PM
LOSING TO WIN
LOSING TO WIN
Most of us have discovered in life that sometimes you’ve got to lose to win. We endure some discomfort as our baby teeth come out and the “grown-up” teeth begin to come in. In the same way, we might experience some pain in our lives as the Creator makes way for those traits that help us become spiritual “grownups”. The path ahead may not always be clear to us, but we can have the courage to let God work His divine will. Visit your house of worship this week and get on the path to becoming a faithful and joyful spiritual being. 03/15/2024 10:00 PM
Technology Diet
Technology Diet
I got a variety of responses to “unplugging” from technology. Here’s a sample: “Dr. Dixie, concerning technology, I think you’re old-fashioned–and dreaming! It’s just not realistic to unplug.” 03/15/2024 10:00 PM
Celebrate St. Pat’s with Traditional Irish Dishes
Celebrate St. Pat’s with Traditional Irish Dishes
f St. Patrick’s Day inspires feelings of hearth and home rather than leprechauns and green beer, you can celebrate tradition with warm, filling meals that harken back to Irish heritage. Soups and stews are certain to conjure up some nostalgia while soft, delicious cake is a perfect way to honor tradition regardless of your ancestry. 03/15/2024 10:00 PM
WTC Students Qualify for National BPA Competition
WTC Students Qualify for National BPA Competition
Students in the Business Technology program at Western Technology Center, Sayre Campus, competed in the State Leadership Conference of Business Professionals of America in Tulsa, OK on March 4-6, 2024, as reported by Susanne Silk, BPA Advisor. Those placing in their competitive events on the state level were as follows: 03/15/2024 10:00 PM
Great Plains Amusement Carnival on the Books
Great Plains Amusement Carnival on the Books
Once again, the Great Plains Amusement Carnival will be at Ackley Park March 28th through the 31st. This is sponsored by the Elk City Chamber of Commerce and will provide an evening of fun for the entire family. 03/15/2024 10:00 PM
SWOSU Hosting Spring 2024 Commencement Ceremonies in May
SWOSU Hosting Spring 2024 Commencement Ceremonies in May
Southwestern Oklahoma State University will host four commencement ceremonies on the Weatherford campus in May for the Spring 2024 graduating seniors. Eligible participants for the ceremonies include students who will complete their associate, bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degrees following the 2024 spring and summer semesters. The commencement ceremony for the College of Pharmacy will be held on Friday, May 3 at 7 p.m. in the Fine Arts Center. The following week, the remaining commencement ceremonies will take place at the Pioneer Cellular Event Center. The schedule for the ceremonies honoring graduates with associate, bachelor’s, and master’s degrees is as follows: Friday, May 10, at 6 p.m.: SWOSU College of Nursing and Health Professions Saturday, May 11, at 9 a.m.: SWOSU College of Arts & Sciences and SWOSU College of Business and Technology Saturday, May 11, at 12 p.m.: SWOSU College of Education and Behavioral Sciences A live stream of the ceremony will be provided for friends and family who cannot attend the in-person ceremony. The link to the live stream will be available on SWOSU’s commencement page: https://bulldog. swosu. edu/ commencement/ streaming.php. Further details about the Spring 2024 Commencement Ceremony, including details about where students line up before the ceremony, can be found on the SWOSU website: https://bulldog.swosu.edu/ commencement/ spring- lineup. php. In preparation for the upcoming ceremonies, graduating seniors for Spring 2024 are reminded to visit the Alma Mater Merc on March 12 and March 13 between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. During this time, they can collect their free caps, gowns, and tassels. Additionally, the bookstore will provide the opportunity to order graduation announcements, stoles, and diploma frames. The SWOSU Bookstore will continue to have regalia available until graduation day and can arrange shipping if necessary. For any inquiries regarding graduation regalia, please contact Ashley Hancock, Director of the Alma Mater Merc, at [email protected]. Please note, the deadline for graduation applications is approaching on Monday, March 25. Graduating seniors are encouraged to apply for graduation online or reach out to [email protected] if they have any questions. About Southwestern Oklahoma State University Since 1901, Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) has proudly stood on the hilltop in Weatherford, Oklahoma. Offering over 100 affordable undergraduate and graduate programs across three locations in Weatherford, Sayre, and Yukon, SWOSU provides a diverse range of academic opportunities with high-quality education to its students. The university boasts a vibrant community of nearly 5,000 scholars and over 200 dedicated faculty and staff. With strong academic programs and a commitment to excellence, SWOSU continues to be a top choice for students seeking a quality education. 03/15/2024 10:00 PM
Arrowhead Center Plans Spring Break Activities
Arrowhead Center Plans Spring Break Activities
Kids will be out of school this week and the Arrowhead Center has planned activities for March 18th, 19th, 21st, and 22nd. There will be a morning session from 10 a.m. to noon, and an afternoon session from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., for kids second grade through sixth grade. The cost is $5 per session and is limited to 40 students per session. 03/15/2024 10:00 PM
SWOSU Pharmacy Students Advocate at Legislative Day
SWOSU Pharmacy Students Advocate at Legislative Day
On Tuesday, March 5, a delegation of 23 SWOSU Doctor of Pharmacy students, accompanied by three faculty members, participated in the annual Pharmacy Legislative Day at the Capitol, hosted by the Oklahoma Pharmacists Association (OPhA). This event brought together pharmacists, technicians, and students to engage directly with legislators on issues impacting the pharmacy profession. 03/15/2024 10:00 PM
Weekly Weather
Weekly Weather
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Anticipating calf colostrum needs following wildfire
Anticipating calf colostrum needs following wildfire
STILLWATER. – One of the impacts of the recent wildfire in Texas and western Oklahoma is the reality that some surviving heavily pregnant cows may have injuries that prevent them from feeding their calves following birth. 03/15/2024 10:00 PM
OSU wheat genetics dominate commercial markets despite outdated infrastructure
OSU wheat genetics dominate commercial markets despite outdated infrastructure
STILLWATER. – In February 2021, a round of sub-zero temperatures crippled the 60-year-old greenhouse facility at the OSU Agronomy Research Station, nearly destroying OSU’s internationally- acclaimed wheat breeding program. 03/15/2024 10:00 PM
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