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Putting self first is vital to good health as mom, wife
1Women who fret about their children’s doctor appointments and their husband’s aches and pains often put their own health last.
Cell phones aren’t just a grown-up thing now
Your sixth-grader wants nothing more than a cell phone for Christmas. As a parent, you’re stumped — should you buy your child a phone?
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Beaux Arts is family tradition for king
Close to 500 guests rose to applaud the crowned king, Frederick Jones Hall, when his name was announced at the 64th annual Beaux Arts Ball held Nov. 28 at Oklahoma City Golf & Country Club. OKC N Style
Broken Arrow man wins at same time he loses
Danny Cahill from Broken Arrow is 239 pounds lighter and $250,000 richer thanks to his journey on NBC’s "The Biggest Loser.” Cahill claimed the Season 8 title of the weight-loss competition show.
Book jackets debate weighs form vs. function
For someone who loves books and design, book jackets pose a Shakespearean dilemma: To leave the jackets or not leave the jackets? That is the question.
Candles with fragrance can solve many problems
Candles create a festive glow for celebrations. With the recent introduction of battery-operated candles, there is more variety than ever.
Gifts for teens not as hard as it seems
Looking for a gift for a member of the age group that seems to already have everything? Teens are undeniably tough to shop for. Their tastes are extravagant — both in price and accessibility. And, often, they’re not very vocal with their wish lists, making figuring out what they really want even harder.
Decorate mantel for festive touch
A well-decorated fireplace mantel sets a festive mood for entertaining and family gatherings.
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- Pet boarding center in Oklahoma City seeking items for homeless animals
- Carry kindness, humor to family gatherings
- Report’s bite infectious
- Consolidate school loans, insist on fixed rate
- Jewelry, scents, recipes among gift ideas for women
- Take steps against holiday overeating
- BBQ Chop Shop’s plan starting to smoke
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William Shatner and Lyle Lovett in town
Dec 4William Shatner and Lyle Lovett are in town for the Make-A-Wish and...
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Putting self first is vital to good health as mom, wife
Women who fret about their children’s doctor appointments and their husband’s aches and pains often put their own health last.
- Putting self first is vital to good health as mom, wife
- Pets can be tested for swine flu, too, says Oklahoma veterinarians
- Surgery not first option for foot pain
- Exergaming growing trend to shed unwanted pounds
- Fit for You: Fill your plate with these items
- Broken Arrow contestant’s 201-pound loss may earn him $250,000
- Mended Little Hearts Christmas Party shows group has heart
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Dec 9 Becky Varner and Angi Bruss have great ideas for you on how to maintain good eating...
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Jewelry, scents, recipes among gift ideas for women
Sometimes the perfect holiday gift is among the bottles of perfume, tropical-scented body creams, cashmere sweaters and leather jackets. For those...
- Jewelry, scents, recipes among gift ideas for women
- Gifts for teens not as hard as it seems
- Fashion Q&A;
- Oklahoma Datebook: Sunday December 6, 2009
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- Fashion Matters: Couple’s marriage endures
- Q&A; on fashion
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Beauty program offered for cancer patients
Nov 13 The beauty seminar provides women undergoing cancer treatment with free,...
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Parties Extra: Sunday December 6, 2009
ANNUAL TURKEY BOWL - Occasion: The annual Turkey Bowl on Thanksgiving morning at 9 a.m. at Kite Park. Friends met for breakfast and to play soccer...
- Oklahoma Datebook: Sunday December 6, 2009
- Parties Extra: Sunday December 6, 2009
- Debutantes presented
- Beaux Arts is family tradition for Oklahoman
- Social Scene: Sunday December 06, 2009
- Oklahoma Datebook: Sunday November 29, 2009
- Social Scene: Sunday November 29, 2009
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Parties Extra: Pie in a POW camp
Nov 25 Patty Stevens talks about making a pumpkin pie in a POW camp.
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BBQ Chop Shop’s plan starting to smoke
The BBQ Chop Shop, 7801 N May Ave., opened five months ago, hoping to change the face of barbecue.
- Recipe: Scalloped Potatoes
- Jewelry, scents, recipes among gift ideas for women
- Take steps against holiday overeating
- BBQ Chop Shop’s plan starting to smoke
- Good Egg puts twist on holidays
- Aunt Bill's Brown Candy qualifies as holiday icon
- Oklahoma food briefs: Wednesday, December 9, 2009
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Dec 9 Becky Varner and Angi Bruss have great ideas for you on how to maintain good eating...
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Candles with fragrance can solve many problems
Candles create a festive glow for celebrations. With the recent introduction of battery-operated candles, there is more variety than ever.
- Poinsettias need a few partners
- Poinsettia is top-selling potted plant
- Winter wrap can protect young tree
- Oklahoma Home and Garden calender
- Done right, leaf raking a worthy exercise
- Giant cabbage wins Claremore girl some lettuce
- Proper steps improve pest control
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Nov 30 Episode 6 Angi gets tips from a local kitchen design and remodeling company on building...
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Texoma lodge demolition begins $750 million project
KINGSTON — Lake Texoma State Lodge is coming down — oh so carefully — to make room for what the planned $750 million Pointe Vista lakeside...
- Spacecraft awaits tourists
- Duncan takes pride in heritage of Chisholm Trail
- Oklahoma Life Briefs
- Museums to offer taste of Christmases past
- Climbers fulfill Colorado goals
- Health risks surround holiday travel
- Relieve holiday stress at Oklahoma park, lodge
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Sep 14 Begun as an alternative to a recommended rocking chair marathon, the Hotter 'n' Hell...
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Time of preparation for celebrating Christ’s birth started Sunday
The Christian season of Advent — the month leading up to Christmas — began Sunday. Christians have observed Advent for centuries, but...
- Norman church to celebrate holiday with musical
- Oklahoma City Catholics prepare for feast day
- Sharing stories of angels
- Religious events in Oklahoma City area
- Time of preparation for celebrating Christ’s birth started Sunday
- Bible Lesson
- Group reports more anti-Muslim bias, fewer hate crimes
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Carla Hinton
Sharing stories of angels
Carla Hinton | Add a commentLet’s talk about angels.I’ve always wanted to do a story about angels, and Christmas seems like a good time to do...
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Sherrel Jones
Aunt Bill's Brown Candy qualifies as holiday icon
Sherrel Jones | Add a commentSome recipes are destined to become classics, others family favorites while a select few evolve into something more: Aunt...
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Linda Miller
Christmas gifts may surprise son-in-law
Linda Miller | Add a commentI find myself shopping for a new man in my life this holiday season, and I feel a little unsure.It’s always been easier...
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Heather Warlick-Moore
Preserve legacies of elders
Heather Warlick-Moore | Add a commentIt’s Pearl Harbor Day, and if you have a grandparent or other family member or friend who served in World War II, be sure...
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Helen Ford Wallace
Parties Extra: Sunday December 6, 2009
Helen Ford Wallace | Add a commentANNUAL TURKEY BOWL→Occasion: The annual Turkey Bowl on Thanksgiving morning at 9 a.m. at Kite Park. Friends met for...
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Peggy Gandy
Social Scene: Sunday December 06, 2009
Peggy Gandy | Add a commentBOYS’ NIGHT→What: Beaux Arts deb and escort party.→Hosts: Reed Arnold, Peter Everest, Eddie Fox, Andrew...
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David Zizzo
Report’s bite infectious
David Zizzo | Add a commentCONFIDENTIAL MEMO 1030EZDepartment of Homeland SecurityOffice of Invasive SpeciesA recent influx of a specific alien...
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Charlotte Lankard
Carry kindness, humor to family gatherings
Charlotte Lankard | Add a commentDear God, I bet it is very hard for you to love all of everybody in the whole world. There are 4 people in my family, and I can...
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