“We are looking at more systemic changes because we’ve run out of easy things to cut,” Lora said last week. “Now, we have to look at changes in grade configurations and school closures for small schools.”
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Local Impact: Grassroots groups bring citizens together to respond to federal issues affecting local communities
Oklahoma Progressive Network and Indivisible use social media and real-life interaction to shed light on important issues that affect everyone.
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Influential initiative
“I hired people of color, for the most part, who didn’t have the training to be a journalist,” Russell Perry said. “I trained them.”
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Local task force focuses on improving students’ lives
OKCPS’ Northeast Task Force works to develop recommendations for change in northeast Oklahoma City schools.
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Brothers of Stomp helps young men achieve through movement
“The best thing for me is giving them the chance to change, giving them the chance to shine,” Mosley said.
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“When you’re in the middle of it, you can’t wait until it’s over,” he said.
“When you’re in the middle of it, you can’t wait until it’s over,” he said.
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Oklahoma City Museum of Art’s Omelette Party returns
“This is my seventh year to be a part of the Omelette Party and donate a piece of art,” said Oklahoma City sculptor Joe Slack.
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Weighed down: Disordered eating adds new problems to many people’s weight-loss journeys
“My advice to those suffering is to realize they have a biological illness that is not their or their family’s fault,” Laura said. “The only cure to the illness is food. Period. Even if the sufferer is not ‘underweight,’ it’s critical to stabilize eating patterns.”
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Black Chamber of Commerce fosters long-term community and business growth
Black Chamber of Commerce Metro Oklahoma City helps local black entrepreneurs accomplish their goals.
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Minority artists discuss the importance of art and education
Miillie Mesh, Deanne Brodie-Mends, Jabee, Ebony Iman Dallas, Don Eisenberg and W. Jerome Stevenson discuss the culture of the metro’s arts scene.