Topic: oklahoma
Education - 04.13.2011
Making the grade
Two very different metro-area schools move toward eco-friendly environments
For two Oklahoma City schools at opposite ends of the economic spectrum, students are learning in spaces designed to be not only aesthetically pleasing, but also environmentally friendly. Read more
Health Care - 04.13.2011
Supplementing health care
Complete Nutrition franchise moves into Central Oklahoma market with plans to continue expansion
Pick virtually any leading health indicator and you’re bound to find Oklahoma residents near or at the bottom. Read more
Economy - 04.13.2011
Super wheat
A $25 million grant for climate change-resistant grains could adversely affect Oklahoma farmers
Although a $25 million grant for wheat development may help create crops that feed more people while using fewer resources, economists in Oklahoma say a genetically altered super-wheat may actually drive down prices for Oklahoma farmers. Read more
Innovation - 04.13.2011
State coiffures
Salon academies on the rise across the metro area
Hair seems to be a growth industry in Central Oklahoma. Within the past
18 months, both Anthony David and Paul Mitchell partner schools have
opened academies in the metro. The reason, stylists and teachers say, is
the harsh economy and the opportunity to earn upward of $2,000 a week
while setting your own schedule. Read more
Government - 04.13.2011
Metro chambers
Business advocates have set their agendas for session
Metro chambers of commerce representatives are downright giddy these
days when you talk about their legislative agendas. And while most still
have many of the same topics on their wish lists as years past, having a
new governor teamed with a Republican-controlled Legislature has many
feeling like this will be the year for change. Read more
Architecture - 04.13.2011
Are you eXperienced?
10th annual Architecture Tour focuses on form over particular style
Architecture - 04.13.2011
Follow the LEEDer
After building his own LEED-certified home, one metro builder constructed another green dwelling for his parents
When it comes to building homes that are environmentally friendly and
easy on the pocketbook, Oklahoma isn’t exactly leading the way, but it’s
also not being left in the dust.
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