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The Farmer’s Almanac is predicting a C.O.L.D. winter

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Early November certainly was rough on people across eastern North America. The Washington Post  reported on Nov. 13 that “The most severe early November cold snap in more than a century has plowed over the East Coast, where record low temperatures were set in the majority of population centers Wednesday morning.” Weather.com reported that over 400…

Hydration is important in winter

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STILLWATER – Most people do not think twice about keeping themselves hydrated during the hot summer months. However, keeping your body hydrated is important all year long, even in the winter. Janice Hermann, Oklahoma State University Cooperative Extension nutrition specialist, said staying hydrated is important all year long.  “Hydration is a key factor in overall…

Winter event is Feb 13 in Branson

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The 25th Annual Hot Winter Fun Big Show in Branson, Missouri, will be at 7 p.m. February 13 at Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theater. Confirmed shows on stage include Shoji Tabuchi, Grand Jubilee, the Hughes Music Show, the SIX show, Comedy Jamboree, The Petersens, Doug Gabriel, Legends In Concert, CJ Newsom’s Classic Country & Comedy…

Winter is a good time for cleaning

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STILLWATER – When the weather is cold and limiting outdoor activities, it is a good time to tackle some house cleaning projects you may have been putting on the back burner. Cleaning out your pantry is a good way to ensure you have only the freshest foods available for your family, said Barbara Brown, Oklahoma…

Preparing for winter holiday travel

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The upcoming holiday season means Oklahomans may often be traveling during potentially dangerous winter weather conditions. The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) encourages the public to begin preparation for the upcoming holiday travel season. Proper planning can reduce the risk of injury and illness while also ensuring a family is prepared for a major…

Officials discuss Tulsa’s preparedness for winter storms

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Joe Kralicek, Executive Director of the Tulsa Area Emergency Management Agency, Steve Piltz, Meteorologist in Charge at the National Weather Service in Tulsa, and Stan Whiteford from Public Service Company of Oklahoma, spoke about weather preparedness for Tulsa. The City of Tulsa is responsible for clearing snow and ice from certain segments of the Tulsa…