Stories for week of February 26, 2006
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Show # 0609
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Cuba View Story - Small file Large file
State Officials recently traveled to Cuba to discuss Oklahoma’s agricultural exports to this island nation.
Technology in the Classroom View Story - Small file Large file
State teachers discuss the new look of today’s classroom and how technology is used in daily lessons.
Black Heritage Center View Story - Small file Large file
The Melvin B. Tolson Black Heritage Center at Langston University is a historical collection of art and reference materials about African and African-American culture. Curator Bettye Black provides a behind the scenes tour of this historical library and tells us why this extensive collection is so important to Langston University.
NASCAR Crew Chief View Story - Small file Large file
Ed Roach, an automotive instructor at Tahlequah’s Indian Capital Technology Center won an essay contest about Kimberly Clark’s Wypall shop towels for the opportunity to spend some time with the crew of NASCAR racer Dale Earnhardt, Jr.
Greenseeker Technology View Story - Small file Large file
Applying fertilizer to crops can be a guessing game, but though the use of a new technology it can now be precisely measured.
Final Thoughts View Story - Small file Large file
Producer Jessica Lowe gives a final thought on this weeks show.
Stories for week of February 19, 2006
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Show # 0608
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Growing Communities View Story - Small file Large file
Located in Southeastern Oklahoma, McAlester is home to more that 17,000 people and growing. City leaders are seeking industrial growth and high tech job expansion to help the economy prosper. Interview with Jim Bruce to give more insight on the importance of emerging technologies.
Spirit Aero Systems View Story - Small file Large file
The fifth largest industry in McAlester, Aero Systems is committed to the local workforce and is a viable part of the growing economy in this community.
Interview View Story - Small file Large file
Scott Dean, coordinator for small business development services at the Oklahoma Department of CareerTech, talks about strategies for bringing new business into a community, and how to keep existing business thriving.
Komar View Story - Small file Large file
Charles Komar and Sons's Inc. is a leader in manufacturing women's sleepwear and is the third largest industry in McAlester. Komar celebrates the grand opening of another distribution center in McAlester.
OK Profile View Story Small file Large file
Dr. Earnest Holloway recently retired as President of Langston University after serving 25 years. He is credited with saving the University which was on the brink of shutting down because of low enrollment.
Final Thoughts View Story - Small file Large file
Producer Brian Bendele gives a final thought on this weeks show.
Stories for week of February 12, 2006
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Show # 0607
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AgriTourism View Story - Small file Large file
Hunting is one of Oklahoma's draws for visitors from out of state. A look at a unique hunting lodge near Ft. Cobb Lake. Interview with Francie Tolle, OK Dept of Ag.
For more information- Oklahoma Agritourisim, http://www.oklahomaagritourism.com
Jazz View Story - Small file Large file
As part of Black History Month we take at look at Jazz in Oklahoma, a truly American art form right here in the heartland.
For more information- Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame, http://www.okjazz.org
Rural Economic Development Initiative View Story - Small file Large file
REDI, A bipartisan program aimed at revitilizing Oklahoma has inpired several bills . Dale Dewitt, (R) House Ag Chair talks about the programs goals. Also an Interview with Wes Watkins.
Oklahoma Profile View Story - Small file Large file
Senate President Pro Tem Mike Morgan, is Recognized as one of the states up and coming leaders. First elected in 1996, Morgan talks about his motivations to serve in the public arena.
Final Thoughts View Story - Small file Large file
Executive producer Rob McClendon gives a final thought on this weeks show.
Stories for week of February 5, 2006
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Show # 0606
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History Center View Story - Small file Large file
Celebrate Black History Month at Oklahoma City’s new History Center where the often-untold story of the African-American experience in Oklahoma is found. Curator Bruce Fisher talks about some of the black pioneers of Oklahoma’s history and Clara Luper talks about accomplishments of and for the black community in Oklahoma.
50th Legislature Gearing Up View Story - Small file Large file
Rep. Phil Richardson, Rep. Susan Winchester, and President Pro Tem Mike Morgan talk about the upcoming legislative session.
80 Years and Still ‘Growing’ View Story - Small file Large file
Jolene Snow, granddaughter of Carnegie’s original Horn Canna Farm owner, still peddling bulbs 80 years after the farm started in 1928, shares her secret to growing cannas.
Oklahoma Ag Leadership Program View Story - Small file Large file
Joe Williams, OALP director and some of the program’s graduates share insights gained through their OALP experience concerning the issues and importance of rural Oklahoma.
Chaps Lady View Story - Small file Large file
Leather artisan, Oma Brinker, 77, as been making chaps for the working cowboy in her leather shop for 18 years. She shares some of her insights into this unique skill.
Capitol Insight View Story - Small file Large file
Rachel Hubbard, Capitol Reporter for Oklahoma Public Radio, is returning with her weekly insights into the legislative session.
Final Thoughts View Story - Small file Large file
Executive producer Rob McClendon gives a final thought on this weeks show.
