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Wednesday, September 23, 2020

Show me the money OSU receives $6.5 million for Algal blooms

Jenny Maupin Last Friday, the Environmental Protection Agency awarded Oklahoma State University and six other universities $6.5 million in funding to study the harmful growth of algae across the country. The seven universities, including the University of Idaho, Illinois and South Florida, will study ways to improve different

areas of harmful algal blooms or HAB’s. “Harmful algal blooms are a serious and persistent problem across all 50 states,” EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler said in a press release. OSU will focus on creating technology that will absorb nutrients from agricultural runoff, with Dr. Allen Apblett and Dr. Nick Materer leading the study. “The technology will provide a sustainable solution for the prevention of hazardous algal blooms while also reducing the environmental and financial costs associated with the decontamina-

tion of ponds and the production of fertilizers,” Apblett said in an OSU press release. The project will use novel materials that can be used as a time-released fertilizer in the future, Apblett said in the press release. This grant is the largest grant to support a nationwide effort to reduce HAB’s. Under President Trump, the EPA has awarded $8.5 million in grant funding to research methods to reduce excess nutrients in watersheds, according to the EPA website. com

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OSU received $6.5 million dollars for algae research this past Friday.

Top five local eateries in Stillwater By Maleeha Hameed In a world recovering from a pandemic, it has become more popular to eat out as a social activity. I’m going to give you an unprofessional food critic’s opinion on the best places to eat in Stillwater. 5. Thai Café You’ve been living under a rock if you haven’t heard of Thai Café’s coconut crusted chicken. This place is famousfor it, and I’ll tell you from experience, it’s pretty delicious. One great thing about Thai Café is that the portions are large enough for two people, so you can split a dish and save some cash too. 4. The Ranchers Club If everyone at Oklahoma State University had a meal plan, the Ranchers Club would easily catapult itself to the No. 1 spot. As it is now, most of us mooch off our freshman friends, but despite that, the Ranchers Club has some delicious options if you’re searching for a fancy dinner spot. The Classic American Cheeseburger is to die for, and those fries are better than Whataburger.

2. Thai Loco One of the more underground locations on this list, Thai Loco made it to the coveted No. 2 spot for a reason. Thai Café’s weakness is that you feel the weight of your meal after eating there, and that is also Thai Loco’s strength. With tacos that are small enough for a snack, Thai Loco incorporates traditional Thai food in a taco. 1. Fruity Patootie I wouldn’t be surprised if you haven’t heard of Fruity Patootie, as it’s relatively new. But this place is No. 1 for Claire Boomer a reason. If you’ve never had a smoothie Fruity Patootie's on Main Street offers a great variety of food. bowl, then I demand you have your first one from Fruity Patootie, which is a food 3. Just Wafflin’ truck off Main Street. My favorite bowl Trying to get into Just Wafflin’ on a week- is the Moana, which has peanut butter end morning is near impossible. With new drizzle and berries. But they’ve got more COVID-19 restrictions that require restaurants than smoothie bowls; Fruity Patootie has to have limited seating, Just Wafflin’ usually crepes, and amazing ones at that. They has lines out the door and around the block. recently released a pumpkin crepe, and While I wouldn’t necessarily wait 45 minutes I couldn’t imagine anything better than for a warm waffle, which is why Just Wafflin’ enjoying a pumpkin crepe on the dock at isn’t higher on this list, I would definitely wait Boomer Lake as autumn rolls in. Finally, 45 minutes for its signature blueberry waffles. Fruity Patootie has little pizza cakes, They bake the blueberries directly into the which are just basically sugar cookies waffles— which, did I mention, are larger than with cream cheese and fruit on the top. your face. I get peanut butter and extra blueYou heard right: They’re basically heavberries on my blueberry waffles too, and let me en on a cookie. tell you, it is a life-changing experience.

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COVID-19 Update By Ryan Boyce

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A temperature check station in the Noble Research Center on September 22, 2020 in Stillwater, Oklahoma.

It's gettin' hot in here OSU sets up temperature check stations across campus

Jenny Maupin To better screen for COVID-19, Oklahoma State University announced voluntary temperature check stations on campus in a press release last week. Students and staff walking around campus will find orange kiosks, similar to hand sanitizer stations, with thermal scanners. The scanners are able to read a temperature quickly from three feet away. The temperature check stations can be found in 10 locations around campus including; the north and south entrances of Edmond Low, the east entrance of the Classroom building, the east entrance of the Colvin Center, and more. In OSU’s Cowboys Coming Back plan, students, faculty, and staff are asked to take their temperature daily before going to campus. If a temperature is above 100.4 degrees, students, faculty and staff are asked to stay home. Senior director of University Health, Counseling and Accessibility Services,

Chris Barlow said the scanners signify the university’s dedication to individual and public health, in an OSU press release on Sept. 15. “These voluntary kiosks go along with the central message we’ve had from the start of the pandemic that if you have any of the symptoms of COVID-19, you should be at home taking care of yourself rather than out and about on campus,” Barlow said in the press release. “This is just one tool within our overall strategy in raising public health awareness and trying to limit the spread of COVID-19.” The scanners can detect a temperature while the individual is wearing a mask and do not store images. Some universities have adopted similar technology, but the University of Oklahoma discourages temperature checks according to their website. “Departments are discouraged from conducting temperature checks,” said OU’s Norman Campus Phase 3 Return plan. “If a department will require temperature checks, the manager must obtain prior approval from the Office of Human Resources.”

active totals in Payne County On Tuesday, and Stillwater the Oklahoma continue to fall, State Departactive cases in ment of Health’s Oklahoma at large COVID-19 dashare still increasing board reported steadily. 388 active cases The Univerin Payne County, sity COVID-19 with 339 of those Dashboard recases coming from ported 294 active Stillwater. No cases as of Sunadditional deaths day, an increase were reported. from last week’s At the state 229. The percent level, the Health positivity of UHS Department retests given, howported 12,268 ever, was reported active cases in to be lower this Oklahoma with 14 week at 8.91%. deaths from yes20 students terday. were reported to While the be in quarantine

housing. The Student Guidance section of the OSU Cowboys Coming Back Plan asks students to perform a self-screening every day before coming to class in person. Students should check for symptoms including fever, cough, shortness of breath, chills, and muscle aches. news.ed@ocolly.com

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THE SOUND OF RAIN! “Elijah was a man just like us...he prayed, and the heavens gave rain, and the earth produced its crops.” (Ja.5:17-18 NIV) “...Elijah climbed to the top of (mount) Carmel, bent down to the ground and put his face between his knees. ‘Go and look toward the sea,’ he told his servant. And he went up and looked. ‘There is nothing there,’ he said. Seven times Elijah said, ‘Go back.’ The seventh time the servant reported, ‘A cloud as small as a man’s hand is rising from the sea.’” (1 Ki.18:42-44 NIV) We have to be reminded often that the people mentioned in the Bible were people just like you and me. It is easy to classify them differently because they are mentioned in the Bible, and God worked in a very real way through their lives. After he had told the king that the drought was over, Elijah climbed to the

top of Mt. Carmel and got on his face before God. He was praying. Seven times he sent his servant to look for a sign of rain. I am not sure how this happened, but it seems he would pray and send his servant to look. Nothing! He would pray again and send his servant again until he saw a small cloud to the west. Not only did he believe in prayer, but also in persevering until something happened. Over and over we are encouraged in the Bible to persevere; don’t give up praying. Elijah was a human being like you and me. He prayed until the answer came; the abundance of rain. It came with refreshing and then fruitfulness. Possibly you are praying for a specific need, maybe a greater reality of God; or for God to help in another ’s life. God is not limited in hearing and answering! Let’s not give up until it comes.

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Cowboy football announces Ring of Honor By Ryan Breeden

Lew Stamp Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinee Thurman Thomas will be in the OSU ring of honor this weekend.

The Oklahoma State Athletic Department announced a new tradition for the football program on Tuesday night. In the Cowboys’ Big 12 home opener against West Virginia on Sept. 26, the Cowboys will induct their inaugural member into the Oklahoma State Ring of Honor. Former OSU running back Thurman Thomas received a phone call from wrestling coach John Smith, who broke the news to Thomas that he would be the first inductee into the Ring of Honor. During his time at OSU, Thomas was a three-time AllAmerican, compiling 5,001 rushing yards in his college career, which makes him OSU’s all-time leading rusher. Thomas was drafted by the Buffalo Bills in 1988, and he led them to four-straight Super Bowl appearances. He also was named the NFL’s MVP in

1991 as well as being a five-time pro bowler. The induction into the Ring of Honor will add to Thomas’ list of accolades. In 2007, he was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, and he was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame a year later. The Buffalo Bills retired Thomas’ number, No. 34, in 2018. He is also a member of the Bills Wall of Fame. Along with the inaugural celebration, it was also announced that OSU will wear special all-white uniforms that are a replica of the Cowboys’ 1987 Sun Bowl against West Virginia. The Cowboys won the game 35-33, and Thomas won MVP in what was his final game as a Cowboy. Thomas’ name and number will be unveiled above the west end zone during halftime of the game, and this will be the first of many big names that will be announced in the future. sports.ed@ocolly.com

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By Nancy Black Tribune Content Agency Today’s Birthday (09/23/20). Fill your home with love this year. Consistent domestic actions generate satisfying results. Your educational journey redirects this winter, leading to a publishing, writing and communications phase. Make a creative shift next summer, before an exploration bears fruit. Family joys feed your spirit. To get the advantage, check the day’s rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging. Aries (March 21-April 19) — Today is an 8 — Stay focused on professional tasks. Minimize risks or hassle. Don’t argue with a brick wall. If something goes against your grain, turn it down. Taurus (April 20-May 20) — Today is an 8 — Plan future studies or travel. Adapt as needed. Old methods don’t work. A formidable barrier blocks the path. Invent and innovate. Listen to others. Gemini (May 21-June 20) — Today is an 8 — Discuss shared finances and strategize. Determine which purchases to prioritize and which can wait. Keep stashing nuts away for winter. Plant seeds for later harvest. Cancer (June 21-July 22) — Today is an 8 — Rely on your partner’s support. Not everything you try works. Figure it out together. Keep an open mind. Patience is golden, like that worthwhile rule. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — Today is a 7 — Prioritize your health. Listen to your body. Physical exercise strengthens your heart. Avoid risk or accidents. Eat well and get extra rest. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Today is a 7 — Words can fall short. Express what’s in your heart anyway. Romance, beauty and fun develop naturally. Savor something delicious. Make a loving connection. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) — Today is an 8 — Domestic matters have your attention. You can’t do everything; focus where you can. Decrease clutter to reduce stress. Relax with family. Enjoy each other. Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) — Today is an 8 — Savor an intellectual challenge. Research and articulate your views. Don’t share unfinished work. Edit and polish. Plan your moves in advance. Express a possibility. Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) — Today is a 9 — Focus on generating resources. Trade or barter. Sell or give away stuff you don’t need. You won’t need to defer gratification forever. Steadily build. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Today is a 9 — Take extra care of yourself. Engage in pursuits you love. Enjoy fresh air and sunshine, trees and nature. Savor energizing personal rituals. Take charge. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) — Today is a 6 — Get into thoughtful planning mode. Old assumptions get challenged. Consider opportunities and adjust goals to suit. Private reflection feeds your spirit. Follow your own path. Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) — Today is a 7 — Connect for shared support. Teamwork allows outsized results. Curtail travel or risky business. Check in to make sure that folks are fine. Together you rise.

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Big 12 notebook Mike Gundy credits Big 12 on COVID-19 regulations By Adam Engel On a Big 12 teleconference on Monday, Oklahoma State football coach Mike Gundy credited the Big 12 conference for allowing the conference to play football. Earlier in the school year, the Cowboys did have a few active COVID-19 cases but prior to the home opener win versus Tulsa, OSU reported zero active cases among football players. “What they’ve done is they’ve put us in a position to play and they made decisions based on the safety for the players and everybody involved that’s on the field on gameday,” Gundy said. “With the circumstances that we were under, I don’t think there’s any question that they made the right decision and as coaches, we probably just need to follow the medical advice and that is what we’re doing.” West Virginia to arrive in Stillwater following a bye week Most football coaches view a bye week as an opportunity to tune up the squad before the upcoming matchup and provide rest to players that may be fatigued. For West Virginia head coach Neal Brown, the bye week for his 1-0 Mountaineers is no different from the norm. “We treated it just

USA TODAY Oklahoma State Cowboys had to adjust to many things this year, but they’ve done a great job in dealing with COVID-19.

like a continuation of camp. We practiced four times, practiced hard and practiced physical,” Brown said. In addition to using the bye week just like preseason, Brown and his staff will have to prepare for OSU without knowing what the health situation of Spencer Sanders is. “We’ll gameplan as if Sanders is going to play,” Brown said. I think that’s how you have to go about it, but we will adjust if he doesn’t,” Brown said one of the main reasons why they have to take that approach is Sanders’ mobility.

Matt Wells praises Sam Ehlinger Second-year Texas Tech head coach Matt Wells had nothing but positive things to say about Texas quarterback Sam Ehlinger prior to the LonghornsRed Raiders tilt on Saturday afternoon in Lubbock, Texas. “He’s a really good quarterback, he deserves all the press, hype and accolades that he is getting right now,” Wells said. “He’s led two-minute drives against Oklahoma and Texas Tech in the past. As he goes the offense goes and he’s a tremendous competitor. Baylor’s Dave Aranda set to face off against former boss Les

Miles Back in 2016, when Les Miles was still the head coach at LSU, Miles poached the then-Wisconsin defensive coordinator and brought him to Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Now, this Saturday, Aranda’s former boss will be standing across the sideline with Miles’ Kansas Jayhawks. “I owe coach Miles a lot,” Aranda said. “He is one of the nicest people that I know and his family included. His wife Kathy is amazing, he’s got beautiful kids, just great people and I have so much respect for him. He does it the right way.” sports.ed@ocolly.com

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