July 2023

Funeral services for Mrs. Leather M.

Oklahoma State University is known for America’s Brightest Orange, but there is another color prominent on the OSU campus. Green represents Oklahoma 4-H, which is delivered by OSU Extension to provide experiences where young people learn by doing.

DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I just watched an older movie about a military dog, called “Max.” How can I adopt a dog like that? — T.T. via email DEAR T.T.: While “Max” is a compelling movie, adopting a former military working dog takes a fair amount of research on your part, and the ability to care for dogs that have high energy and need plenty of attention and continuing training. All military dog adoptions are handled through the Department of Defense Military Working Dog Adoption Program at Lackland AFB in Texas.

Structural damage along the Mt. Scott roadway was discovered on July 24, 2023. In the interest of public safety, Refuge management has made the difficult decision to temporarily close vehicle access to the road. Pedestrian and bicycle access will remain open, though closure of the road to all users will occur for short durations over the next 2 weeks, while crews conduct repairs. All closures will be posted at the base of the mountain when in effect. Refuge regulations allow refuge managers authority to restrict uses on refuge lands “…in the event of a threat or emergency endangering the health and safety of the public or property…” Refuge Manager, Amber Zimmerman, stated, “Closing Mt. Scott to vehicle access is not an easy decision. We want to ensure the safety of our visitors and we are unable to do so until the damage can be repaired.” Approximately 2 million visitors a year now visit the scenic Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge. Mt Scott remains one of the Refuge’s most heavily visited attractions. The Mt. Scott Road not only receives heavy and increasing motorized vehicle traffic, but it has also become an increasingly popular place for pedestrians and bicyclists. This scenic road was completed by the Works Progress Administration in 1938. The curvy 3- mile road twists and turns as it climbs roughly 1,000 feet to the mountain summit. Though it has been repaved several times, this two-lane road has experienced significant undercutting of its road base over the years that was repaired in a large project in 2019. Damage from recent rains appears to be minor.

(StatePoint) The time for prepping kids to head back to the classroom is in full swing. In addition to checking off back-to-school supply lists, parents can expect to begin refreshing kids’ wardrobes, including new footwear.