April 2010 Show Archives
Week 1 Show 1014
Commerce Wind (View Video)
Most of the state's major electric utilities now offer wind energy to their customers, and Oklahoma boasts enough potential wind resources to supply nine percent of the electricity needs of the entire country; which is why, Oklahoma's Department of Commerce is promoting wind as a true economic engine for the state.
For more information visit this link:Oklahoma Department of Commerce
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Interview With Denise Bode -- American Wind Energy Association (View Video)
We visit with Denise Bode of the American Wind Energy Association about the opportunities and challenges the growing wind energy industry faces.
For more information visit this link:American Wind Energy Association
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Value Added--Interview With Denise Bode -- American Wind Energy Association (View Video)
We continue our conversation with the head of the American Wind Energy Association.
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El Reno Wind Tower (View Video)
Estimates are that one wind technician is needed to service every ten mega-watts of wind generating capacity. In 2009, seven hundred new wind technicians were needed to keep pace with installations of new wind turbines. To meet that need, several Oklahoma schools like Canadian Valley Technology Center in El Reno, are now offering courses in wind energy.
For more information visit this link:Canadian Valley Technology Center--El Reno Campus
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Week 2 Show 1015
Veteran Entrepreneurs (View Video)
We introduce you to some disabled American veterans hoping to turn their military sacrifice into civilian success.
For more information visit this link:Entrepreneurship and Emerging Enterprises -- Oklahoma State University
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Interview With Ernesto Sirolli (View Video)
We visit with Ernesto Sirolli, an international expert on starting your own business about common mistakes many new entrepreneurs make and how to avoid doing so.
For more information visit this link:Sirolli Institute
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P L Studios (View Video)
PL Studios is a software company that's well-known in entertainment circles yet is still a virtual secret here in the heartland. They have clients who do everything from major motion pictures to all types of commercials.
For more information visit this link:P L Studios
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Interview With Shelli Todd (View Video)
We visit with the Oklahoma Department of Commerce's Shelli Todd about this year's entrepreneurs conference and how it helps new start up companies.
For more information visit this link:Oklahoma Department of Commerce
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OKC CoCo (View Video)
For most new small businesses location is key to doing business locally, and a new business in Oklahoma City is providing that location to help start-ups be competitive.
For more information visit this link:OKC CoCo: Coworking Collaborative
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New Products Fair (View Video)
The Wes Watkins New Products and Processes Fair is an annual event that brings some of the state's brightest and most innovative thinkers together to find out what's on the horizon for tomorrow.
For more information visit this link:Wes Watkins New Products Fair
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Value Added--New Products Fair (View Video)
Meet a group of people who are hoping their innovations will win them the big prize at the Wes Watkins New Products and Processes Fair.
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Week 3 Show 1016
Oklahoma Real Estate (View Video)
As foreclosures sky-rocketed around the nation, both commercial and residential real estate prices in Oklahoma have remained steady. Yet, there are fears that with time running out on home buyer incentives, Oklahoma's housing strengths could weaken.
For more information visit this link:Oklahoma Realtors
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Lawton Boomtown (View Video)
We go to Lawton to see why this Oklahoma town is booming in the midst of a national slowdown.
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Meridian Masonry (View Video)
We visit an Oklahoma classroom where students are literally building a better future.
For more information visit this link:Meridian Technology Center
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SkillsUSA (View Video)
Helping create a workforce to fill jobs in the construction industry is the goal of SkillsUSA, a partnership of students, teachers, and industry working together to ensure American has a skilled workforce.
For more information visit this link:Oklahoma SkillsUSA
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Emergency Management (View Video)
Oklahoma is no stranger to disaster and we'll show you how state lawmakers are hoping to help disaster victims pick up the pieces.
For more information visit these links:Council on Firefighter Training
FEMA Region VI
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Ag in the Classroom (View Video)
We introduce you to a teacher who brings her farm to the classroom.
For more information visit this link:Oklahoma Farm Report
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Value Added--Interview with Jamie Allen--Ag in the Classroom DVD (View Video)
We visit with Jamie Allen, coordinator of Oklahoma's Ag in the Classroom, about the new DVD they have to help students learn how agriculture affects their daily lives.
For more information visit this link:Oklahoma's Ag in the Classroom Program
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Week 4 Show 1017
Gloss Mountain Outfitters (View Video)
We visit a long-time working ranch that is home to some of the most unique terrain in the state, and a log cabin like no other. Guests can enjoy the solitude, whether on horseback or from the cabin's wrap-around porch.
For more information visit this link:Gloss Mountain Outfitters
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Western Cedar Company (View Video)
According to local lore, the mesas were first named by a British explorer who noticed the sun glinting off of Isinglass rock; seeing the reflection he called them the Glass Mountains. This area is popular among sportsmen who hunt wild turkeys and other game birds.
For more information visit this link:Western Cedar Company
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Pheasant Ridge Hunting (View Video)
Located in the middle of the Oklahoma Panhandle, Pheasant Ridge is a 2,000 acre working ranch that offers a premier hunting lodge with habitat that ensures the best guided pheasant hunting experience.
For more information visit this link:Pheasant Ridge Hunting
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Howard Ranch (View Video)
Justin Howard, a retired bronc rider, says he first got the idea of bringing people to his place while out on the rodeo circuit. Folks come from all around the world to take part in what is just everyday life on the Howard Ranch.
For more information visit this link:Howard Ranch Enterprises
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Plains Indians and Pioneers Museum (View Video)
We visit with Ian Swart, the Museum's Curator, about some interesting history of Northwestern Oklahoma, especially the town of Woodward where the museum is located.
For more information visit this link:Plains Indians and Pioneers Museum
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Plymouth Valley Cellars (View Video)
Located in the heart of wheat country, just outside of Fairview, Oklahoma, is an orchard and winery owned by the Flaming family. While the winery offers a variety of things, it still is truly all about the wine; growing clientele, one taste at a time.
For more information visit this link:Plymouth Valley Cellars
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Interview with Lori Coats (View Video)
We visit with Lori Coats, Coordinator for Agritourism in Western Oklahoma, about how agritourism affects the region.
For more information visit this link:Oklahoma Agritourism
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Southeast Oklahoma Agritourism's Rolling Bus Tour (View Video)
Oklahoma HORIZON Show 1007
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Rattlesnake Roundup (View Video)
The Okeene Rattlesnake Roundup is the oldest rattlesnake hunt in the nation. Since 1939, the people of Okeene have been conducting a memorable show for curious crowds who come to see the snakes up close, and personal.
For more information visit this link:Okeene Rattlesnake Hunt
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Interview with Jari Askins (View Video)
We visit with Lieutenant Governor Jari Askins, who serves on Oklahoma's Tourism and Recreation Commission, about how agritourism is good for the state's economy.
For more information visit this link:Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department
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