November 2007 Show Archives
Week 1 Show 0744
After the Flood--Caddo County
Heavy downpours this summer ruined crops, upturned lives, and damaged several communities. We head to Caddo County where they are still dealing with the aftermath...after the flood.
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Interview with Clay Pope
We visit with Clay Pope about the Oklahoma Conservation Districts' needs to help them protect and repair the land.
For more information visit this link:Oklahoma Conservation Commission Back to top
Value Added--Flood Control
A few years ago flooding was a common problem for many areas of the state. With the help of a network of levee's and watershed dams we have managed to avert many flooding disasters, but many of our systems are now 50 years old. Dwain Phillips, with the National Watershed Coalition, talks about the issues facing Oklahoma's flood controls.
For more information visit this link:National Watershed Coalition Back to top
After the Flood--Miami
Parts of Kansas also saw severe weather this summer that left an aftermath stretching into Oklahoma. We visit Miami and see how clean up there is making one farmer very grateful.
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After the Flood--Kingfisher
This summer's storms also brought a weather phenomenon seldom seen in the heartland of America, a tropical storm in the middle of Oklahoma. Kingfisher received extensive damage after the remains of Hurricane Aaron poured over six inches of rain in one day.
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After the Flood--Lindsay FFA
Kingfisher received a lot of help from all across the state and one FFA group really showed how Oklahomans have a knack for helping each other out when we need it most.
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Oklahoma Moment--The First Parking Meter
We take a peek at a moment in Oklahoma's History from the Oklahoma History Center. This week's peek showcases the very first parking meter.
For more information visit this link:Oklahoma History Center Back to top
International Students
Each year thousands of international students come to Oklahoma to pursue degrees which is why Oklahoma's Farm Bureau makes a special effort each fall to take these students on a tour outside the city lights.
For more information visit this link:Oklahoma Farm Bureau Back to top
Week 2 Show 0745
Poultry Waste
Oklahoma's poultry industry is a 3 billion dollar business that provides more than 12,000 jobs around the state. Yet in recent years, Oklahoma's poultry industry has had it's share of unfavorable publicity.
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Interview with Drew Edmondson
We find out why Oklahoma Attorney General, Drew Edmondson, filed suit on behalf of the state against 14 separate poultry companies for litter applied to the region; angering farm groups.
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Farmers Fighting Hunger
In this land of abundance, there are still those who go hungry which is why Oklahoma's Farm Bureau is trying to solve the problem.
For more information visit this link:Oklahoma Farm Bureau Back to top
Oklahoma Moment--Oklahoma's Centennial
We take a peek at a moment in Oklahoma's History from the Oklahoma History Center. This week's peek showcases Oklahoma's Centennial.
For more information visit this link:Oklahoma History Center Back to top
Coca Cola
Oklahoma is adding another major franchise to its' business portfolio. See how Coca Cola is the "real thing" for Oklahoma.
For more information visit this link:The Coca Cola Company Back to top
Murray County Tractor Show
Vintage tractors are helping teach a new generation about everything from engineering to agriculture at the Murray County Tractor Show.
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Value Added--Tractor Donation
See how some schools are benefiting from donations of vintage tractors.
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Week 3 Show 0746
Disney Spotlight
Each year, Disney's Epcot Center holds what is billed as the largest and longest wine and cheese festival in the world and Oklahoma was selected as the only state to exhibit at this year's festival.
For more information visit these links:Epcot Food and Wine Festival
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Bee Threat
A phenomenon known as colony collapse disorder is quickly spreading through the world's bee population and it could change the way we eat.
For more information visit these links:USDA Agricultural Research Services
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Oklahoma Moment--Oklahoma's Centennial
We take a peek at a moment in Oklahoma's History from the Oklahoma History Center. This week's peek showcases Alfalfa Bill Murray.
For more information visit this link:Oklahoma History Center Back to top
Interview with Bob Blackburn--Oklahoma Moment
We visit with the Oklahoma History Center's Bob Blackburn about the plans the Center has to make Oklahoma' Centennial only the beginning of things to come.
For more information visit this link:Oklahoma History Center Back to top
Pentagon Chef
One young man's quest to become a professional chef begins with the United States Army.
For more information visit this link:Indian Capital--Muskogee Culinary Arts Program Back to top
Beef Cook Off
Beef, It's whats for dinner and also what's cooking at the 27th Annual National Beef Cook Off. A cooking competition that gives America's amateur cooks the opportunity to showcase recipes that play an integral part in their family's active lifestyles.
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Interview with Rosalie Seebeck--Oklahoma Beef Cook Off Winner
We visit with Rosalie Seebeck, winner of this year's Oklahoma Beef Cook Off, about cooking nutritious meals that aren't a hassle to prepare.
For more information visit this link:Oklahoma Beef Cook Off Back to top
Rosalie Seebeck's Prize Winning Beef Cook Off Recipe
Rosalie Seebeck demonstrates how to cook her prize winning recipe.
For more information visit this link:Rosalie's Prize Winning Recipe Back to top
Week 4 Show 0747
Howard Council
Saddle up with the best. An Oklahoman who's work is sought out around the globe; legendary saddle maker, Howard Council.
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