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The yearlong program for accomplished, early-career journalists provides an opportunity for fellows to learn together and work full time as reporters, editors and visual journalists alongside some of the best in the industry. -
HPPR is seeking individuals for two full-time positions with key roles in creating the High Plains Civic Media Network, a new initiative by HPPR to provide much expanded civic news and information across the High Plains region. -
Oklahoma Republicans are moving a bill through the legislature that would allow residents to vote on altering the state constitution. But some lawmakers worry about who exactly would have a say in the process. -
The State Board of Education plans to announce the next commissioner during its April 14 meeting. -
'Trial and error': Texas community orgs, retailers prepare as state implements new SNAP restrictionsStarting April 1, Texans won't be able to use their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, benefits to purchase "candy or sweetened drinks." Texas retailers and nonprofits have spent month preparing for the new restrictions — but some recipients may not know until they're checking out at the store.
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Hi, I'm Sally Shattuck from Ashland, Kansas, and I've been reading Never Met a Man I Didn't Like, The Life and Writings of Will Rogers by Joseph H. Carter. As I've read the book, I keep coming back to comparisons between Will Rogers and today's political humorists, such as Stephen Colbert, Bill Maher, and John Stewart. And I've tried to understand the differences between Rogers and today's comedians. -
What began as a grouping of canvas tents along the Canadian River in Hemphill County, Texas became the hub of rail traffic in the northern panhandle for more than fifty years. -
This week, Luke talks about a fun outdoor event he’ll be holding in Greenville, Texas, this weekend, Saturday March 28. It's his 7th annual Outdoor Ron-De-Voux, with lots of fun for the entire family, with Chuck Wagons, campfires, Dutch Kettle cooking, live music and much more. Bring a lawn chair and hang out with Luke and his friends around the campfire! For directions, Google "Top Rail Cowboy Church Greenville, Texas”! -
Tune in this week to hear concertos by J.S. Bach, a German composer of the eighteenth century!
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