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Stillwater, Oklahoma Patch AM: a 4 min read

Morning Stillwater! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ā˜•ļøļø

In today's newsletter:

  • How OSU’s new fabric could better protect firefighters from cancer
  • Why OSU’s Eric Morris predicts a breakout year for Jaleel Johnson

Today's riddle: What is seen in the middle of March and April that can’t be seen at the beginning or end of either month? šŸ¤” (Answer below!)


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Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: A stray afternoon t-storm, with a high of 89 and low of 72 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 92, low: 72.
  • Friday: Humid; a p.m. t-storm or two, with a high of 90 and low of 74 degrees.

šŸ“° News we're reading

• OSU researchers develop new fabric to reduce firefighters' cancer risk (newson6.com) — Oklahoma State University researchers in Stillwater are developing a new protective fabric aimed at blocking cancer-causing airborne particles from reaching firefighters’ skin while keeping gear breathable. The project, led by OSU’s Textile and Apparel Science Lab, could significantly improve long-term safety for firefighters and may eventually benefit other workers exposed to hazardous particles.
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• Eric Morris Expects ā€˜Breakout Season' for Oklahoma State's ā€˜Most Disruptive' Defender Jaleel Johnson (pistolsfiringblog.com) — Oklahoma State coach Eric Morris says defensive end Jaleel Johnson, who arrived in Stillwater last December, is poised for a breakout season after impressing as the Cowboys’ most disruptive defender in spring practice. Johnson, once worried coaching changes might sideline him, is now being touted as an all-conference-caliber leader with NFL-level size, speed, and power.
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šŸ’¬ Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Anyone out there that can recommend a dog boarding place in Stillwater that gives stellar care.
    Or possibly an in home sitter for 3 to 4 days in the near future? (Nextdoor West Park)
  • This cat showed up at our house.
    He is very friendly. Does anyone recognize him? (Nextdoor Oakdale/Sunrise)
  • Taco Bell posted a job opening for Team Member (Part Time) in Stillwater. Apply here.
  • Simmons Bank posted a job opening for Relationship Banker I in Stillwater. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Stillwater here.

šŸ—ž Nearby News

Cushing

  • Cushing ex-convict jailed on gun & meth charges (1600kush.com)
  • Driver convicted of manslaughter in Noble County charged with DUI in Cushing (1600kush.com)
  • Keystone Successor Firm Pays $70M to Settle Giant 2022 Kansas Pipe Spill (enr.com)

Drumright

  • 74030, Drumright, Oklahoma Property Records Search (realtor.com)

Ok Stillwater! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: The letter ā€œR.ā€ (Thank you Manuela A. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Stillwater

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Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.