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May 23, 2013
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Moore Tornado Aftermath: Storm recovery continues

Students at two Moore elementary schools struck by a deadly tornado planned to say goodbye for the summer to their teachers Thursday as the city continued its recovery efforts.

Medical Examiner's Office releases names of those killed in Moore tornado
Plaza Towers teacher's aide recounts twister
The love of a dog can help the healing begin
Red Cross volunteer keeps relief workers well-supplied
Sapupla native's photo of Moore tornado on Time magazine cover
How to help those affected by the Moore tornado
VIDEO: Going back home
SLIDESHOW: Clean-up continues in the aftermath of the Moore tornado
SLIDESHOW: Aerial photos show Moore tornado's destructive path

 
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Josh Holliday brings postseason pedigree to OSU baseball

Josh Holliday spent summer vacations following the Oklahoma State baseball team's postseason runs.

 
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Memorial Day weekend travel expected to rise, AAA-Oklahoma says

The recent surge in gasoline prices in Oklahoma could curb Memorial Day travel somewhat, but many state residents still are expected to plan trips for the holiday, a new report says.

 
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Readers Forum: Keith Ballard: Common Core would boost academic rigor

School is more than learning your ABCs and how to solve quadratic equations. We know that learning how to think critically, work cooperatively, and solve problems creatively are among the most important skills children need to be good citizens, contributing members of society, and productive workers in a competitive global economy.

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Here’s your (two) chance(s) to win one of two pairs of tickets to see Paul McCartney perform May 30 at the BOK Center.

 
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Photos and stories from the 2013 Moore tornado. Who is Tulsa's next mayor?
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By JENNIFER CHANCELLOR Scene Writer on Jan 7, 2010, at 1:46 PM  Updated on 1/07 at 1:49 PM

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Brooklyn indie pop act Vampire Weekend's sophomore studio album, "Contra" dubuts on Jan. 12. Here's the first video from the upcoming release.

The contrast of tribal-influenced beats, frolicking violins, sparkling reverb and warbling lyrics about college girls and taxi rides blends to invent a nostalgic genre all Vampire Weekend’s own.

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