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‘What’s the new place on The Strip?’ By RYAN PARKER Co-Editor-in-Chief A new authentic Mexican restaurant has been added to The Strip. It’s located where Dough Pokes used to operate across the street from Shots, a pool hall located on South Washington Street. El Burrito Vaquero is in association with El Vaquero, another authentic Mexican restaurant in Stillwater. The inside looks somewhat similar to Dough Pokes, but it’s redesigned with bright colored walls and a new seating area. Also, El Burrito Vaquero features an enclosed outdoor seating area that can be opened so customers can eat outside. When I walked into the restaurant, I was allowed to sit wherever I wanted, which is different for a sitdown eatery. I’m not sure if that’s how the restaurant sits people or if it was a one-time occurrence. The atmosphere inside El Burrito Vaquero was friendly and not too loud so it was easy to have a conversation with other people. Sitting down at the table, I

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was served chips and salsa. The chips were hot and crispy while the salsa tasted fresh and had a nice kick of spice. I ordered a small order of queso and would suggest it to anyone else that likes another option for dipping sauce. The menu wasn’t overbearing with options, but it wasn’t slim on choices either, which presented a nice array of food varieties. Of course, there are burritos, tacos, enchiladas, fajitas and

quesadillas. However, there are other menu selections like com-

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ied, but the highest menu item I found was $12.99, a shrimp dish, and the lowest was $1.99 for a single taco. The drinks included Pepsi products, tea, Mexican Coca-Cola, a Mexican soda called Jarritos and Redbull. Slushies are also served at El Burrito Vaquero, which are non-alcoholic. The flavors include: blueberry, orange-watermelon, strawberry-banana, raspberry, strawberry and mango. When I ate at El Burrito

Vaquero, the slushies were only $1.50, marked down from the original price of $2.29. I ordered the Enchilada Suizas, which was two chicken enchiladas with green sauce, and sides of beans, lettuce, tomato and sour cream. Instead of the green sauce, I decided to top the enchiladas with queso. The portion of food I ordered was just right, not too much and not too little. The food was hot and it was served efficiently. The tortillas weren’t crunchy, which I like, and the queso went well with the food. I really enjoyed the enchiladas and would order them again. I spent $14.45 on my entire meal, which included a drink and a small queso, so it’s comparable to other restaurants in Stillwater. While El Burrito Vaquero is close to Fuzzy’s Taco Shop, they are two totally different experiences. Overall, I had a very positive experience at El Burrito Vaquero, and I will continue to eat there because of its location next to campus and good food. news@ocolly.com

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Obama to visit El Reno and more By LUKE SPENCER Co-Editor-in-Chief Today, President Barack Obama will arrive in Oklahoma for a historic visit. Planning to stay for two days, the trip will include a meeting with the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma and a stop by the federal prison in El Reno. Visiting Durant, Oklahoma, the president plans to discuss economic opportunity expansion with the Choctaw Nation, according to Keith Maley, White House Regional Communications Director. In 2014, President Obama named the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma as one of five “Promise

Zones” across the United States. Created as an anti-poverty program, the zones designate areas with intentions to increase jobs, provide resources like tax incentives and grants, improve educational outcomes as well as other economic security enhancements in the community. The president’s arrival comes just five days after a tentative settlement was reached between the Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations with the U.S. government. The decadelong lawsuit involved the mismanagement of over 1 million acres of land and other tribal resources. Slated to stay in an un-

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specified hotel in Oklahoma City Wednesday night, on Thursday morning the president is set to travel to the El Reno Correctional Institution just outside of the city. The trip to the medium-security prison will include meetings with both inmates and law-enforcement officials of the institution. During his visit there, the president has agreed to an interview with Vice Media as a part of their upcoming documentary to air later this fall on HBO. The documentary will analyze the dysfunctional “realities of our criminal justice system,” Maley said. Obama’s previous trips

to Oklahoma include his May 2012 visit to Cushing, where he discussed oil and energy policies at the Pipeline Crossroads of the World. He also visited the wreckage of Moore after the devastating May 2013 tornado. The purpose of the visit was to offer nationwide condolences for the tragedy the city had experienced, as well as praise filled promises of restoration for Moore. The president’s visit this week will mark his third trip to the state since his initial election in 2008 and the first trip made by any U.S. president to a federal prison while in office. news@ocolly.com

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Rickie Fowler shoots low, wins big

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By KAID KINZIE Sports Reporter Professional golfer Rickie Fowler gave Oklahoma State fans something to smile about on Sunday. Fowler was playing in the Scottish Open, the last big tournament before the British Open takes place this weekend. Showing his Oklahoma State pride by sporting bright orange slacks, Fowler was hard to miss on the course. Even though Fowler struggled his way through most of the Scottish Open, he went on to win after making a phenomenal birdie and scoring a 2-under 68 on his final round. Upon approaching the last

few holes of the European Tour, Fowler found his touch at exactly the right moment. He had been fighting closely with his opponents Matt Kuchar and Raphaël Jacquelin for some time, but he finally found a way to turn the tables. On his last four holes, Fowler finished with one par and three birdies. The last birdie in particular was the knockout punch. When it mattered most, Fowler appeared completely calm on the course. He delivered a stylish finale with an astonishing shot. That birdie was precisely what Fowler needed to secure his victory. Tied for the lead as he headed into the final hole, a birdie would mean getting a one-

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shot lead. However, if Fowler had only made par, he would have gone to a playoff. Matt Kuchar was Fowler’s main threat to steal the victory, but his game wasn’t quite sharp enough for that. Fowler’s final shot brought his score to 12-under, and his one shot victory went down in the books. Raphaël Jacquelin had an opportunity at one point to force Fowler into a playoff situation. But with Fowler’s late hot-streak, he had to make an unlikely eagle to force the playoff. In the end, he settled for a birdie and Fowler went on to become the winner. This win for Fowler came two months after he won The Players Champion-

ship. That victory ended his long drought of three years without a title, and silenced many critics who had recently been calling Fowler an overrated golfer. The Scottish Open win marked the fourth title win for Fowler during his professional career. It was his first win on European ground, and his second win outside of the U.S. He won the Korea Open back in 2011. Fowler also became the second American in three years to win the Scottish title. As Fowler now prepares for the British Open, he should have a great amount of confidence and momentum going in after his victory. Fowler could now be a favorite to end the young

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Jordan Spieth’s run of two consecutive major titles. Spieth will also be entering into The Open coming off a victory, winning the John Deere Classic on Sunday as well. It was Spieth’s fourth win this season, which made him the first player to win four times in a season prior to entering The Open since Tiger Woods did in 2000. The current chatter among golf fans is the tight competition for domination between Spieth and Rory McIlroy. However, Fowler is starting to elbow his way into that mix. After securing his win on Sunday, Fowler said in an interview that he was happy to win on a links golf course, which is his favorite

style of course. He was also quoted saying that the timing of the win was great, and that he likes his chances at the British Open. With both Spieth and Fowler entering The Open on a high note, what promised to be an already exciting week might be even more enticing. Two of the youngest stars in golf won on the same Sunday right before the oldest major championship begins. It’s also worth mentioning that The Open is being held on the most celebrated venue in golf, St Andrews. With much at stake this weekend, there’s no better time to be a golf fan. sports@ocolly.com PAGE 4

New entry in the Apatow formula By BRANDON SCHMITZ

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Preview: ‘Trainwreck’ spirited. But surprisingly enough, it ranks among the most touching romantic comedies of all time. Similarly, Apatow’s followup feature, “Knocked Up,” said a lot about relationships with just the right amount of irreverence. Additionally, it brought Seth Rogen into the spotlight as one of the best comedic actors working today. Unfortunately, Apatow’s two subsequent films, “Funny People” and the “Knocked Up” spinoff “This is 40,” failed to reach the same caliber. Set to hit theaters this

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Throughout these past several weeks, I’ve noticed a theme among many of these previewed flicks: filmmakers, franchises, and studios attempting to regain momentum. Longtime producer Judd Apatow delivered a promising directorial debut with 2005’s “The 40-Year-Old Virgin.” Not only was it an excellent showcase of Steve Carell’s talent, but it also contained just as much humor as it did heart. Considering the subject matter, the film could have easily taken the easy route and been overtly mean-

falling for the subject of her latest article, a charismatic sports doctor named Aaron (Bill Hader). From there, we can likely assume where this is going. The success or failure of almost any romantic comedy hinges on the chemistry between its two leads more than it does the story itself, and the trailers certainly hint at some energy in Schumer and Hader’s backand-forths. Although virtually all of Apatow’s films clock in between two and two-anda-half hours, the pacing of his past two films was

what dragged them down. “Funny People,” especially, outstayed its welcome with too many detours. As long as Apatow pedals back and keeps the focus where it should be, “Trainwreck” should most likely be in the clear. ‘Trainwreck’

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Sizably different By BRANDON SCHMITZ

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Los Angeles Times Daily Crossword Puzzle Edited by Rich Norris and Joyce Lewis

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Preview: ‘Ant-Man’ A couple of bumps in the road notwithstanding, Marvel Studios has been on a roll since its cinematic universe began. At this point, seven years into its run, there’s an expected level of excellence from Marvel films. While some of their movies play it safer than others, the studio never stays comfortable for too long. Last year’s “Guardians of the Galaxy,” for instance, was a significant gamble. If Iron Man was a B-list superhero before he got his own film, then the “Guardians” ranged from D to Z-list characters. Once a studio makes a galactic adventure featuring a talking tree and a wisecracking raccoon work, anything is fair game, right? Based on a similarly obscure comic, “Ant-Man” poses almost as much of a risk as “Guardians.” Granted, Marvel has only built up more trust in its audience since that film’s release. Following the events of

“Avengers: Age of Ultron,” people are more weary about super-powered beings than ever. Dr. Hank Pym (Michael Douglas) recruits Scott Lang (Paul Rudd) to protect the secret behind his Ant-Man suit from today’s generation of threats. Using the suit itself, Lang gains the ability to shrink in scale but increase in strength. With the help of Pym and Hope van Dyne (Evangeline Lilly), he must perform a heist that will save everyone. Marvel is no stranger to experimenting with other genres. Although each film retains its super heroic core, some of the best standalone entries are those that break away from tradition. “Guardians” stands as an irreverent space opera, almost a hybrid of “Flash Gordon” and “Big Trouble in Little China.” Meanwhile, “Captain America: The Winter Soldier” is an homage to political spy thrillers of the ‘70s.

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The Marvel cinematic universe has always been lighthearted, but “Ant-Man” may be the studio’s first legitimate comedy. I mean, with not only a screenplay from Adam McKay (“Anchorman”) and Rudd himself, but also with Peyton Reed (“Yes Man”) at the helm, it’s difficult to not jump to that conclusion. Additionally, the synopsis gives the impression that “Ant-Man” is as much a heist film as it is a superhero flick. Again, as far as the non-”Avengers” films are concerned, Marvel is at its best when it deviates from the genre norms. As much as I enjoy seeing the connective tissue among the entirety of the Marvel canon, I hope that “AntMan” can stand well on its own. To maintain a sense of continuity, some references to previous films are essential. For the full preview, visit ocolly.com/blogs

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DOWN 1 Swiss Guard’s station, with “the” 2 Lovingly, in music 3 Standoff 4 Didn’t finish on top 5 Humanities maj. 6 Defenseman Bobby with many trophies 7 Mower maker 8 Not easily misled 9 Have a jones for 10 Wet floor? 11 Typical 12 Finished on top 15 Shouldered music source 17 Sushi fish 21 Highlighter tip 24 Research ctr. 25 Move like a monarch 26 Hide-hair link 32 Airport on Flushing Bay, in itineraries 34 Letter after upsilon 36 Sun. speaker 38 Saying “somethin’,” say

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39 Kuwaiti ruler 40 Church area 41 “I pity the fool” speaker 42 Upgrade 43 Classic A&W restaurant 46 Marjoram kin 47 Actor LamasCraig 48 Contacted one’s followers, nowadays

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51 Kooky 52 Speedometer part 54 Staff note 57 TV exec Arledge 58 Extraordinary 62 Brag 63 Dinghy propeller 65 Possess 66 Some trial evidence PAGE 8