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USDA invests $1.5 million in rural Oklahoma education: 13 public school districts benefit

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6 months ago

November 21, 2023

USDA invests $1.5 million in rural Oklahoma education: 13 public school districts benefit

STILLWATER, Okla. (KSWO) – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has invested more than $1.5 million to rural Oklahoma communities for education support services this year.

A total of 22 projects have been funded for several rural public schools in the state. Items to improve and support school buses, cafeterias, and computers have been brought with the funds.

The USDA Rural Development Oklahoma State Director, Kenneth Corn, said he is thankful for the Biden Administration’s support of rural schools and the funds have helped these schools find further success.

“As we near Thanksgiving, I am beyond thankful that our President is committed to supporting our rural schools and providing our underserved communities with a helping hand that is certainly not a handout,” Corn said. “As I have traveled across Oklahoma speaking to our educators, principals and superintendents, the message back to me has been resounding that the programs the Biden-Harris Administration delivers are essential to the very survival and success of our educational services we provide in rural Oklahoma.”

Here is a list of Oklahoma public schools that have received funding through the program:

· Boswell Public Schools

· Calvin Public Schools

· College of the Muskogee Nation

· Dahlonegah School District

· Elmore City-Pernell School District

· Glover Public Schools

· Kiamichi Technology Centers

· Lowrey Public Schools

· Oak Grove Public Schools

· Okemah Public Schools

· Smithville Public Schools

· Soper Public Schools

· Wapanucka Public Schools

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Live updates: Severe weather, with potential for tornadoes, forecast to move through Oklahoma

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6 hours ago

May 25, 2024

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Live updates: Severe weather, with potential for tornadoes, forecast to move through Oklahoma

Oklahoma is bracing for yet another round of severe weather Saturday evening.

According to the National Weather Service, all potential hazards are possible, including high winds, hail, heavy rain, and tornadoes.

This article will be updated through the night as the weather develops across the state.

Severe thunderstorms have crossed into Oklahoma from Texas. Most of Oklahoma remains under a tornado watch until 11 p.m.

Organizers of the Paseo Arts Festival announced on Facebook that the event will be closing at 5 p.m. Saturday. The festival will return from 10 a.m. until 8 p.m. on Sunday, and from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. on Monday.

Riverwind Casino in Norman announced its Beats and Bites event has been postponed until a later date. Tickets to the event can be refunded.

Prepare for severe weather now

Regardless of any particular forecast, here are some things you can do to get ready for Oklahoma’s severe weather season.

Figure out now where you’ll go if you need to seek shelter; there are no public shelters in Oklahoma City
If you have access to a storm shelter, clean it out and get ready to use it
Get a flashlight and spare batteries
If you own a weather radio, make sure it’s programmed and working properly
Identify your source for immediate weather information, like from local meteorologists
Sit down with your family and discuss what to do if there is a tornado threat
Do you have pets? Make sure there’s a plan to keep your furry friends safe and secure

Oklahoma rainfall totals

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OKLAHOMA LEGISLATION ‘RIPE FOR ABUSE BY LITIGIOUS INDIVIDUALS’

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13 hours ago

May 25, 2024

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OKLAHOMA LEGISLATION ‘RIPE FOR ABUSE BY LITIGIOUS INDIVIDUALS’

In politics, there is often a gap between the stated intentions for legislation and the real-world consequences. That’s the case with a bill approved by the Oklahoma Legislature this year. What was touted as an effort to protect women from stalkers would instead allow typical Oklahomans to be sued for …

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The Ripple Effect Of Great Leadership With Oklahoma’s Leah Beasley

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May 25, 2024

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The Ripple Effect Of Great Leadership With Oklahoma’s Leah Beasley

Oklahoma Executive Associate AD Leah Beasley joins ADU’s Tai M. Brown at the 2024 PACnet Conference to discuss the ripple effects of great leaders on department culture and the fan experience. Beasley also discusses the intangible ROI of unexpected, spur of the moment marketing efforts on brand-building: “How well are we telling our story?” Beasley and Brown also explore the value of “forced collaboration” or having an arena where the entire staff can get on the same page and the core values of transparency and trust.

The conversation is indexed below for efficient viewing (click the time stamp to jump to a specific question/topic).

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