STILLWATER, Okla. – The world’s fascination with honey bees is linked to a population decline during the past decade that threatens the production of fruit, nut, forage, vegetable and other crops that rely on pollination. The permanent disappearance of pollinators would be detrimental to society.
Local gems make up Shawnee life: See how well you know Shawnee. Do you recognize any of these fun features around town? If you have something to share that’s special and unique to the community, email vicky.misa@newsstar.com.
I-44/H.E. Bailey Turnpike will begin its transition to PlatePay on the mainline between Lawton and Oklahoma City on Tuesday, the first of three H.E. Bailey turnpike sections converting to cashless tolling.
SHAWNEE – As temperatures continue to rise, OG&E is committed to helping residents safely and comfortably navigate the summer heat. The company recently launched its 16th annual fan donation program, delivering electric fans to thousands of seniors and families with low income in communities across Oklahoma and western Arkansas.
Oklahoma State University Extension will launch its latest program of Rancher’s Thursday Lunchtime Series webinars beginning June 23. The Zoom webinars start each week at noon and are free to the public.
How much for gas? Around the world, pain is felt at the pump COLOGNE, Germany (AP) — At a gas station near the Cologne, Germany, airport, Bernd Mueller watches the digits quickly climb on the pump: 22 euros ($23), 23 euros, 24 euros. The numbers showing how much gasoline he’s getting rise, too.
While people tend to dress differently depending on the season, most pets “wear” the same coat year-round. Shaving off this hair during the hot summer months may seem like a good idea to keep a dog cool, but it can actually have the opposite effect for some animals.
Father’s Day was filled with the joy and celebration of recognitions and acknowledgements, the coming together with family in moments of togetherness. Yet for many it was tinged with great sadness. For those who know the pain of grief, this day can be one of the many which trigger our losses once more. A day that was filled with bittersweet memories and with the ache of longing, whether we belong to a loving family or not.
STILLWATER – The heat of summer is setting in, and after a cool spring, livestock are not yet fully acclimated to warmer temperatures. In a recent edition of the Oklahoma State University Extension Cow-Calf Corner newsletter, Paul Beck, Extension beef nutrition specialist, said cattle could suffer from heat stress.
Pottawatomie County school districts — and the Family Justice Center — are continuing to gather additional funds to support education, thanks to an area tribe, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation (CPN).