Monday 20 May
OKG Newsletter
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On the radio
KOSU works to open a second studio in downtown OKC’s Film Row.
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National Public Radio affiliate KOSU soon will have a home on downtown’s Film Row district, thanks in large part to Oklahoma City’s enduring affection for the medium.
Mall makeover
Changes are in store for Penn Square Mall.
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The holidays are not typically the best time for shopping malls to do renovations. There’s enough chaos without the added hassle of construction. That’s why most of the renovations at Penn Square Mall weren’t scheduled to begin until after the New Year.
Bridge over clean water
OKC-based Water4 brings water — and jobs — to the places of the world that need it most.
Pedal up
Edmond will encourage bike use by creating more than 140 miles of bike lanes.
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Calling all 10-speed, mountain, roadster, tricycle, fixed-gear, BMX, and tandem bike riders: Your lanes soon will be open in Edmond.
Pump it up
Championship-level bodies will be in competition Saturday at Rose State Performing Arts Theatre.
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World Bodybuilding & Fitness Federation
Southwest U.S. Championship
10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Saturday
Rose State Performing Arts Theatre
6420 S.E. 15th, Midwest City
wbffshows.com
297-2264
$30-$60
Who’ll let the pets out?
Several upcoming events give animals lovers a chance to adopt a homeless dog or cat.
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Woofness on Wheels
Saturday-Sunday
various locations
midnightwoofness.org
286-1229
$25 to adopt
Dogtober
Saturday and various dates through Oct. 31
Various locations
okc.gov
297-3100
$25 to adopt
Seniority rules
Athletes age of 50 and over engage in serious sports competition throughout October.
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Oklahoma Senior State Games
Saturday, through Oct. 17
various times and locations
oklahomaseniorgames.org
681-3266
free
Vision statements
Through a unique camp pairing blind and visually impaired youth with those who are not, both groups learn their differences are few.
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How would you describe blue to a blind person? How would you describe Chihuly glass or downtown’s Crystal Bridge? If you’re at a loss, Daniel Brookshire suggests using textures or objects.
Vision statements
Through a unique camp pairing blind and visually impaired youth with those who are not, the sighted learn their differences are few.
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How would you describe blue to a blind person? How would you describe Chihuly glass or downtown’s Crystal Bridge?
Critter care
Zoo officials launch a fundraising campaign for improved medical facilities.
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Imagine you’re sick. Your chest feels like a dinosaur stepped on it. Your eyes are itchy and red. Your nose is inflated and runny.
