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Dogs could help diabetes studies
1STILLWATER — Alaskan sled-dogs are among nature’s finest athletes. But they also may be key in finding ways to prevent and treat obesity and type-2 diabetes. More health
Dad’s last words relayed decades after war to son in Edmond
The two men were linked by a common bond, fathers who served in World War II. But while one enjoyed a lifetime of memories with the father who returned from war, the other one lived most of his life never knowing if his father was even aware he had a son.
Visits encourage superintendent
Karl Springer has been in class for the past several months. So far, he’s been to or seen nearly all the 87 schools, with extended visits in 55.
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- Slow warming trend expected in Oklahoma
- Bartlesville man arrested after threat
- Jusry seated in sex-abuse trial of former Custer County sheriff starts in Major County
- Vehicle accidents reported on Oklahoma City roads
- Oklahoma commission awards Interstate 35 work
- AP source: Former eBay CEO considers political run
- GOP to formally take over Oklahoma Senate
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New commissioner starts reorganizing
Given the history of lawsuits against Oklahoma County commissioners, Brian Maughan is being especially careful this week.
- Vehicle accidents reported on Oklahoma City roads
- Oklahoma commission awards Interstate 35 work
- Inmate pleads guilty to escape from El Reno prison
- Kansas wrestling coach slain in Oklahoma City hotel
- Light freezing rain, sleet affecting parts of southwestern Oklahoma
- After chilly weekend, warmer temperatures forecast for Oklahoma
- 107 Oklahoma elevators fail inspection
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Diplomats converge on Israel in push for truce
GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip -- Israel consolidated its hold on parts of the Gaza Strip on Monday, seizing high-rise buildings on the outskirts of the...
- Israeli forces bisect Gaza, surround biggest city
- Arab nations ask panel for binding cease-fire
- Protests criticize Israeli action in Gaza
- Police stations held in Somalia
- Marines seek to lighten 30-pound flak jackets
- State legislator Charles Key wants to limit federal power
- Library to collect sermons for event
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Askins to run for governor in 2010
Lt. Gov. Jari Askins, midway through her first term, plans to run for governor instead of seeking a second term, she confirmed Sunday. Lt. Gov....
- AP source: Former eBay CEO considers political run
- GOP to formally take over Oklahoma Senate
- Dem aide: Obama supports $300B tax cut plan
- New Oklahoma commissioner Brian Maughan starts reorganizing the office
- Lt. Gov. Jari Askins confirms plans to join governor race
- Oklahoma Lt. Gov. Jari Askins said she will run for governor in 2010
- Bill Richardson withdraws bid to be commerce secretary
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Call thwarts Oklahoma City home invasion
A teenager who was up late at night talking to her boyfriend on a cell phone may have saved 13 people from harm during a home invasion early...
- Bartlesville man arrested after threat
- Jusry seated in sex-abuse trial of former Custer County sheriff starts in Major County
- Drummond woman convicted of embezzlement
- Inmate pleads guilty to escape from El Reno prison
- Kansas wrestling coach slain in Oklahoma City hotel
- Teen shot in Tulsa now in critical condition
- Oklahoma Briefs
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Dogs could help diabetes studies
STILLWATER — Alaskan sled-dogs are among nature’s finest athletes. But they also may be key in finding ways to prevent and treat obesity and...
- Oklahoma officials warn of horse disease
- OSU professor: Dogs could help diabetes studies
- Napkin drawings for Tulsa kids end up inspiring many
- Seminar at Woodward Regional Hospital can help you stop smoking
- 2 experts to autopsy Travolta’s teenager
- BACKGROUND: Tulsa woman has worked at rehab
- Museum plan gains IRS status
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Visits encourage superintendent
Karl Springer has been in class for the past several months. So far, he’s been to or seen nearly all the 87 schools, with extended visits in 55.
- Visits encourage Oklahoma City superintendent Karl Springer
- Hazing cited in Utah man’s death
- Schedules filling up for Obama, children
- Museum plan gains IRS status
- Community service nets new scholarships
- Pride of Oklahoma marching band takes pride in representing OU
- Bus driver training manual keeps Oklahoma students on a safe route
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- Oklahoma deaths: Monday, January 5, 2009
- Oklahoma Deaths: Sunday, Jan. 4, 2009
- Oklahoma Deaths: Friday, January 2, 2009
- RI Sen. Pell, creator of Pell Grants, dead at 90
- Oklahoma Deaths: Thursday, Jan. 1, 2009
- Saying final goodbye to some notables
- Oklahoma deaths: Wednesday, December 31, 2008
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Bryan Painter
All senses rule over 2008 memories
Bryan Painter | Add a commentOften someone will say to me, "I imagine you get to see a lot of interesting things.” And while that’s true,...
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Carrie Coppernoll
Lottery player, Millwood on top
Carrie Coppernoll | Add a commentIn case you missed it, here’s what happened in the metro area this week: • Money. A Powerball lottery ticket worth...
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Tami Althoff
Will 2009 become the year of clowns without the...
Tami Althoff | Add a commentNORMAN — In 2008, the "Men of the Mortuaries” calendar provided months of entertainment in my office. One of...
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John Williams
Bald eagles land at Arcadia Lake
John Williams | Add a commentIt’s the weekend. If you are looking for something that will get the whole family out of the house, let me recommend...
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Don Gammill
More signs may help at busy Oklahoma City...
Don Gammill | Add a commentRemember years ago when Robinson was something like a three-lane racetrack between NW 23 and NW 36 in Oklahoma City?Overhead...
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