Several Oklahoma nonprofit organizations will have their moment in the spotlight at an April 25 awards ceremony that honors their excellence in the community. The 2nd annual Oklahoma Nonprofit Excellence Awards, sponsored by the Oklahoma Center for Nonprofits, will award a total of $160,000 among 27 nonprofits from nine categories, along with a single outstanding […]
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Five university students will spend their summer at Oklahoma companies
Five future Oklahoma entrepreneurs selected for a new paid fellowship program will catch more than just a glimpse into the world of entrepreneurship this summer. OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM FLAGSHIP PROJECT The Entrepreneurial Leadership Program, developed by the not-for-profit corporation i2E, will provide 10-week paid fellowships at technology startup companies to the five selected students […]
Oklahoma Marriage Initiative presents ‘Jump the Broom’ screening
Laugh, cry and sing Saturday at a play that celebrates the trials and triumphs of black relationships. Sponsored by the Oklahoma Marriage Initiative, the musical drama ” Jump the Broom” details the lives of seven characters who need communication to make their love last. On the heels of March 22’s Black Marriage Day, the play […]
Home decorating can be accomplished despite economic woes
With the current state of the economy, it shouldn’t come as much of a surprise that home decorating isn’t at the top of most people’s to-do lists. INVESTMENT PIECE TEXTURED PAINT But it never hurts to spruce up your space, especially with springtime just peeking around the corner. And the best part? There’s no need […]
Conference discusses sustainability with state, national leaders
Dialogue on sustainable living will unite the community as business professionals, government leaders, agricultural producers, professors and individuals gather at a conference Friday and Saturday. The eighth annual Oklahoma Sustainability Network Conference, hosted by Sustainable Edmond, will include discussions from national and statewide leaders on sustainable daily living on topics ranging from transportation and energy […]
Is there really a difference between 3.2 and 6-point beer?
You know how it seems like the effects of downing a 3.2 percent beer pales in comparison to that of a 6 percent brew? Well, much of that may actually be in your head. At first glance, the 3.2 “low-point” beer in grocery and convenience stores appears to contain nearly half the alcohol content of […]
Oklahoma Humanities Council will recognize individuals, organizations
Many organizations and individuals enhance Oklahoma culture with work in humanities disciplines every year. An awards dinner Saturday will honor a select few. Sponsored by the Oklahoma Humanities Council, the third annual awards ceremony will recognize two organizations and four individuals. “By bringing these awardees together, we’re recognizing the various kinds of work that they […]
Oklahoma City counselor works to keep couples together
Kim and Nancy Kimberling have never had a perfect marriage. In fact, they don’t believe such a thing exists. But they have worked at theirs ” and made it work ” for the past 39 years. NINE-WEEK CLASS SECOND MARRIAGES UNREALISTIC IDEALS Judging by a divorce rate higher than 50 percent in Oklahoma, however, marriage […]
