Lifestyle

Are there any perennial sunflowers? Absolutely! Several are native and perennial to Oklahoma. One has just been selected for the 2025 Oklahoma Proven perennial of the year.

Oklahoma State University has announced a historic gift to the School of Media and Strategic Communications from OSU alumnus Keith Garton and his husband, David Sheehan. The commitment is the largest in program history and will establish the Garton Family Endowed Chair for Media and Strategic Communications.

ADA, Okla. – East Central University is celebrating a 9.2 percent increase in enrollment for Fall 2025, marking its third consecutive year of growth and the university’s largest student headcount since 2019.

Oklahoma winters may be unpredictable, but one thing is certain: every snowstorm deserves a snowplow with a personality. The Oklahoma Department of Transportation is inviting K‑12 students statewide to submit names for 24 of the agency’s winter-weather fleet in its inaugural Snowplow Naming Contest.

A dog’s health depends on dozens of bodily organs and systems working in tandem with one another, so when even a single vital organ struggles to perform, a pet’s entire lifestyle can be disrupted. When that problematic organ is the pancreas — an important part of the digestive system — a pet can develop a serious condition known as pancreatitis.

National Nonprofit Day is a time to honor the dedication of nonprofits in their quest to create positive change in the world. It serves as a wonderful opportunity to celebrate their efforts and encourage ongoing support for their missions.

STILLWATER, Okla. – High school students across Oklahoma are gaining confidence and clarity about their futures thanks to Brighter Future, a college and career readiness program offered through Oklahoma State University Extension.