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53yr Old Mom publishes 1 simple wrinkle trick that has angered doctors.
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Woman is 53 But Looks 24
Mom reveals simple wrinkle secret that has angered doctors...
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Mom reveals simple wrinkle secret that has angered doctors...
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Completing degree can remove barrier to career success
Published: Wed, Jan 25, 2012
Earning a bachelor's degree can be a valuable step toward career success. Fewer than 5 percent of bachelor's degree-holders over the age of 25 are unemployed, compared to a national unemployment rate that's over 9 percent.
Despite the benefits of degree programs, many students don't complete the process due to... Read More
Be prepared: Back-to-school time is lice season
Published: Wed, Jul 27, 2011
Parents need to be prepared for back-to-school season as 85 percent of all school districts report at least one outbreak a year. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that most of the 12 million cases occur in preschool and elementary-school-aged children.
Fortunately, parents can now help to... Read More
Oklahoma Highway Safety Office urges adults, children to be cautious
Published: Wed, Jul 27, 2011
“It’s very important for drivers to be aware that classes are back in session and that children will be walking, biking, or riding to school,” said Alice Collinsworth, Oklahoma Highway Safety Office communications manager. Collinsworth said drivers need to slow down in school zones, watch for crosswalks, and... Read More
Big career question: 'Should I go back to school?'
Published: Wed, Jun 22, 2011
School is never easy, but responsibilities like bills or a family can make the prospect of adding to the mix seem overwhelming.
Despite these challenges, people from all different backgrounds are choosing to go back to school, seeing continued education as a way to improve their current job prospects or create... Read More
Back-to-School Books Help Ease Jitters for the Youngest Students
Updated: Mon, Aug 23, 2010
Is your buffalo ready for school to start? How about your tiger? These exciting new picture books introduce a unique crew of animals and children preparing for the first day of class. Read More
Renter suspects shady deal with new lease
Updated: Wed, Jan 20, 2010
DEAR BRUCE: I am one of several people who live in lower-rent apartments in a small building. I recently renewed my lease, making several trips to the leasing office across town. Now, after all that, several of us got a notice saying the rent is going up next month, $20 more than the amount already agreed on under... Read More
Starwatch
Updated: Wed, Aug 12, 2009
Ready for a change? Take your cue from these celebrities.
Courteney Cox | Rebecca Romijn | Drea de Matteo
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FASHION BUZZ
It's peace, love and rocker chic for back-to-school.
Love tote from Maurices | Peace sign hoodie from Maurices | Abbey Dawn rocker T-shirt and leggings from Kohl's... Read More
Retailers report mixed sales results in July
Updated: Thu, May 8, 2008
NEW YORK (AP) -- Americans faced with high gas and food prices focused even more on necessities and shunned clothing purchases in July, resulting in solid gains for discounters and sluggish sales for mall-based apparel stores.
The monthly sales reported Thursday by the nation's retailers showed that the... Read More
They miss their folks
Transplants from Lawton go to Georgia, but parents go to Iraq Updated: Thu, Nov 1, 2007 MONTICELLO, GA. — Oklahoma transplants Joshua Brooks and his younger brother, Kenric Jr., enjoyed their first day at Georgia's Jasper County Primary School this week, arriving for classes fully equipped with new clothes, books, and supplies. The only thing missing on their special day was the one thing they wanted... Read More
Transplants from Lawton go to Georgia, but parents go to Iraq Updated: Thu, Nov 1, 2007 MONTICELLO, GA. — Oklahoma transplants Joshua Brooks and his younger brother, Kenric Jr., enjoyed their first day at Georgia's Jasper County Primary School this week, arriving for classes fully equipped with new clothes, books, and supplies. The only thing missing on their special day was the one thing they wanted... Read More
School board approves contracts, new faculty
Published: Thu, Aug 3, 2006
NOBLE -- The school board held a special meeting this week to tie up a few loose ends in preparation for the first day of school.
Superintendent Greg Kasbaum said all open positions have been filled, since the board of education's approval of several new hires Monday night.
Contracts for certified and... Read More
Enrollment dates announced
Updated: Thu, Jul 27, 2006
It’s back to school time, and area school districts are getting ready.
Administrators of several area school districts have announced enrollment dates for the 2006-07 school year.
Most schools require parents and guardians to bring the following documents for students that are new to the... Read More
Three state malls to open early
Updated: Thu, Jun 15, 2006
Three Oklahoma malls, including Quail Springs Mall in Oklahoma City, will open at 8 a.m. Saturday for shoppers intent on getting their dads the right gift for Father's Day. This is the first time the malls have opened early for Father's Day. Previously, the malls opened early during the holidays and for... Read More
Tax-Free Weekend planned for August
Updated: Tue, Jun 6, 2006
NORMAN - Retailers across Norman plan their fifth annual Tax-Free Weekend for Aug 3-6, the Norman Chamber of Commerce announced. The "tax holiday" during the back-to-school shopping period offers customers a discount equal to or greater than state and local taxes, which currently total 8 percent. Because of... Read More
Museum honors charter members
Updated: Sat, May 13, 2006
EDMOND - The Edmond Historical Society and Museum will have a display honoring the nine charter members of P.E.O. Sisterhood Chapter D during May. It was in May 1906, that Marilla Adams, Bertha Reasoner Beanguard, Josephine Bennett, Mabel Simpson Brigham, Mary Josephine White Hannah, Belle Johnson, Beulah Sears... Read More
'Sleep debt' tough on teens
Updated: Tue, Aug 23, 2005
The start of the new school year has undoubtedly been espeically tough on teenagers. That's because teenagers are falling deeper and deeper into debt -- sleep debt, that is. Angela Buckelew tells us tonight what parents need to know. Read More
Parents want teacher fired
Updated: Wed, Aug 17, 2005
This was the first day of class for students attending Moore Public Schools, but one teacher was not there to welcome them back. Parents tell our Charles Bassett the teacher has a violent past. Read More
School days loom for metro districts
Updated: Tue, Aug 6, 2002
The first day of school is just around the corner. Crooked Oak's Aug. 12 starting day is the earliest of metro schools. Oklahoma City schools start Aug. 13, and Edmond, Guthrie, Western Heights, Mid-Del, Crutcho, McLoud and Shawnee each start Aug. 14. Putnam City, Harrah, Tecumseh, Piedmont, Okarche, Mustang, El... Read More
School fashions bring new look to denim
Updated: Sun, Aug 5, 2001
One word sums up the back-to-school fashion look: denim. But do not confuse this year's denim with last year's. This year's is heavy on details, especially fraying at the waist, the fly or the hem. "It still looks really nice, though. It's not overkill," said Jody Wright, manager of The Buckle in Shawnee. "It... Read More
School bells to ring in changes for students
Updated: Sun, Aug 6, 2000
Uniforms for Crutcho Schools students, a Piedmont high school complex to be proud of, preschoolers heading to class in Edmond, clear backpacks promoted for safety, after-school athletics in Midwest City-Del City -- the list of new programs, policies and procedures being implemented at metro area school districts... Read More
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