“No matter what the economic situation is for a student’s family, they don’t have to worry,” Ponce said last week as he visited the Eugene Field cafeteria. “It’s an unbelievable program.”
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Beer lovers skirt the law to obtain hard-to-find-brews
Limited releases, vertical tastings and faraway breweries fuel the traders’ zest for new beer experiences.
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Nonprofit at forefront of opioid epidemic uses treatments that help reduce job loss, incarceration and family strife
“If you are worried about getting into treatment, this is the easy way in,” Nayfa said. “It’s keeping families together. It’s keeping people employed. It’s keeping people out of the criminal justice system. It is pretty amazing what treatment can do.”
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As the opioid epidemic continues, Oklahomans require better support systems
Mental health and drug dependence treatment options would help pull Oklahomans away from addiction.
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Summer Guide: Oklahoma River Cruises offers a voyage for every occasion
The charter cruise service brought in 15,000 passengers last year.
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Chicken-Fried News: Beyond the pale
A bill banning anyone under age 18 from using tanning beds in the state passed the House and Senate and might be signed by Gov. Mary Fallin.
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Commentary: A win for community journalism
“The Gazette is the future. Impressive execution of the marijuana issue and especially applaud their partnering with another news organization to increase their depth of coverage. It’s that kind of forward thinking that assures the Gazette will lead the future.”
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An exhibit at Science Museum Oklahoma’s smART Space gallery explores quirky Oklahoma attractions
Scott and Katie Henderson traveled all over the state to capture photographs of the strange and largely unknown for Off the Beaten Path.
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Oklahoma’s college students spend over $22 million more to learn what they didn’t master in high school
In Oklahoma, remediation costs $22.2 million annually in extra tuition, according to a Center for American Progress report.
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Cover Story: Historic howl: Miss Blues shouts her roots from the cotton fields to the history books
“Every generation has to change the music,” Minner said, “otherwise, your mom might come to the party.”