Rose State College hosted its 11th Annual Golden Apple Awards in the Raider Room Nov. 12.

Ten teachers from around the state were given the award, picked from nominations sent in during the fall semester.

The event was kicked off by Dr. Terry Britton and then moved into dinner provided by Carson’s Catering Services. Event co-organizer Lisa Will then started the speeches.

Students were asked to read the letter they submitted to nominate the winner. Many became choked up as they read their letter. A moment of lightheartedness came when Justin Scrimshire ensured his nominee, Ms. Roberta Pattison, had plenty of tissue, and garnered a “smartypants” remark as a result.

All the teachers gave a small speech after receiving their award, calling attention to the diversity of the winners.

“It was a calling, it still is a calling,” said Mrs. Carolyn Daugherty from Bethel High School. This reflected amongst all the winners.

As the crowd looked on, tears were shed, hugs exchanged and stories told of encouragement and of life saving.

“Some superheroes don’t wear capes or scrubs, some wear casual dress,” said Danelle Andrews.

Julie Atkinson, another event co-organizer, closed the evening with words of thanks for the teachers present and their efforts in their profession.

The Golden Apple Awards were established in Chicago in 1985, to give teachers recognition on the level of the Academy Awards for actors. Rose State College has participated in the now nationwide tradition since 2001.

Award Winners:Mr. Craig Best, Jefferson Middle

School, nominated by Cherokee Mackey

Mrs. Mary Columbus, Clara Reynolds Elementary School, nominated by Georgianna Dozier

Mrs. Carolyn Daugherty, Bethel High School, nominated by Sydnie Carter

Mr. Andy Howington, Deer Creek Middle School, nominated by Buddy Branstetter

Mr. David Koehn, Northeast Academy, nominated by Jessica Schabel

Ms. Arethela Legg, Butner Public School, nominated by Wanda Carder

Ms. Roberta Pattison, Wes Watkins Technology Center, nominated by Justin Scrimshire

Mr. Jim Ryan, Norman North High School, nominated by Rachael Smith

Ms. Kortni Torralba, Moore High School, nominated by Victoria Snodgrass

Mr. Gene Williams, Emerson Alternative High School, nominated by Danelle Andrews

Volume XLII, Issue 7 November 16, 2012

Raider Life

Raider Life

Features

Entertainment

Opinion

Annual Pegasus publication readies

for entries

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RSC sets goal to assist the

United Way

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Quick and easy Turkey Day recipes

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Dawn breaks for the “Twilight Saga”

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Marijuana legalization big step for America

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Golden Apple Awards ripen for teachers

Regent Betty Wright stands with award recipient Craig Best and nominator Cherokee Mackey and her mother. Photo by Chelsea Ratterman

By: Chelsea RattermanEditor in Chief

It’s not too late to “Cycle Out Cancer” in the Wellness Center. All month long two stationary bikes have been dedicated to promoting cancer awareness through physical activity. As of Nov. 13, ninety-seven people had accumulated 611 miles.

All participants will receive a Wellness Center towel. Anyone who cycled more than 10 miles in one session will receive a water bottle

while supplies last. This is the first year the event has been held and is one of many programs organized by the Wellness Center to encourage healthy living and community involvement.

To sign up, simply visit the Wellness Center lobby and fill out the registration sheet. If you have questions or for more information, contact Nickie Williams at wellness@rose.edu or 733-7330.

By: Jennifer ByrdNews Editor

Cycle Out Caner participants have powered through to this years goal. Photo by Josi Weaver

Cycle Out Cancer participants bike the road to health

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Each year students, faculty, and staff participate in a chance to get their works of art, literature, and poetry published in the annual addition of Pegasus.

Along with the honor of having their works published in a book, students have the opportunity of receiving the James Axley Award. The James Axley Award has been given to participants since 1994, and is named after the late Professor James Axley.

“Students also benefit from seeing the creative work of their professors, staff, and administrators at RSC. With Pegasus, we celebrate the talents and efforts of all

those associated with Rose State College,” Susan Dawson-O’Brien, Professor of Journalism.

According to Dawson-O’Brien, Pegasus helps to unite students, faculty, and staff in a creative community.

“It’s an amazing experience to see your name in print with a piece you’ve worked hard to produce, whether writing or art. I tell my Photography students there is no better way to share the way you view the world than to have it seen by the public, and Pegasus provides them with that opportunity,” she said.

To enter, the form and information about the program is at rose.edu/pegasus.

Students at the 2012 Pegasus unveiling are honored for their work.Photo by Chelsea Ratterman

Annual Pegasus competition seeks entries

Rose State College celebrated Veteran’s Day on Nov. 13 with a recognition luncheon in the Main Dining Hall of the Student Center.

Lance Newbold, Retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel and Coordinator of Veterans Affairs opened the program with the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence for fallen soldiers.

“Oklahoma is truly an awesome place for veterans to be living and to be recognized,”

Newbold said.Student Shannetta Williams

sang the National Anthem, and then President Terry Britton took the podium to recognize the veterans, asking them to stand in honor of their service.

Dr. Britton introduced the keynote speaker, Brigadier General Donald E. “Gene” Kirkland. He recognized the numerous accomplishments of Brig. Gen. Kirkland, which include his continuing education and his entrance into the Air Force in 1988 through the Officer Training School.

“Education is life long learning, the world is changing, [and] we need to further our education by getting degrees,” Britton stressed.

In his speech, Brigadier General Kirkland spoke about how the percent of men and

women that have enlisted in the military service have gone up after Sept. 11.

He was then presented an award by RSC for his dedication and service to the United States.

In closing the program, a special presentation by Student Senate President Elizabeth Larios awarded the RSC Veteran of the Year Award to Laura Surprenant.

Veterans Day was made a national holiday in June of 1954, when President Dwight Eisenhower signed a bill presented before him to rename the Nov. 11 Armistice Day to Veteran’s Day, so as to encompass all veterans who served in any war.

Veteran’s Day activities honors those who serve

Above : Singer Shannetta Williams sings the National Anthem

Left: Brigadier General Kirkland and Student Senate President Elizabeth Larios participated in the event.

Photo: by Josi Weaver

By: Dennis GosnellAssistant Editor

By: Amber StaffordAssignment Editor

The fall semester featured peer-led workshops from the Student Success Legacy Scholars.

Resources at a students’ fingertips

Cody Metscher and Amy Lasoya presented what resources are available to patrons within the Pioneer and Metropolitan Library Systems on Nov. 13 in the Business Bldg.

With technology increasing at extreme speeds, public libraries help bring resources to book lovers via the Internet.

What is available online for those who have a public library card range from group-tutoring sessions for first grade students through senior level college students, as well as language software. The book home request program allows people to have books mailed to their homes.

To use these resources, a person must have a library card obtained from a public library in either the Pioneer Library System or Metropolitan Library System. The metropolitan libraries and pioneer library cards are free.

Check out the Pioneer and

Metropolitan Library System sites for more information about online resources.

Healthy bodies lead to healthy minds

Rachel Nunes and Harley Bullock

presented A+ Healthy Habits: Fun Fitness Tips to Improve Grades on Nov. 14 in Business Room 122.

They gave students information on why it is important to eat healthy foods, have physical stimulus, and get a good nights sleep.

According to the pair, a healthy diet should consist of protein, vegetables, starches, grains, and carbohydrates.

“A good night’s sleep should consist of at least 8 hours of sleep but no more than 10, else you might end up feeling fatigued,” Nunes and Bullock said.

Chris Leland, Director of the Wellness Center was also on hand to tell attendees why working out is good.

“You might get sore, and you might get tired, but once you work out it clears your mind and perhaps a sense of calm,” Leland said.

According to Leland, working out also helps the body find a rhythm of consistency and proper functioning.

To get more information on maintaining a healthy lifestyle, stop by the Wellness Center to talk to one of the receptionists about the different programs available.

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Students leading the peer workshops learn in the process of proving info to attendees. Photo by Dennis Gosnell

The annual United Way Campus Campaign is running through the end of November, with this year’s goal set at $7,000. Last year, $6,139 was raised, exceeding the $6,000 target.

Although the bar has been raised for 2012, students and faculty are committed to surpassing the goal once again. There are many ways to contribute to United Way, but the easiest is to drop by the Payroll Office in the Administration Building and donate a couple of dollars. It’s a quick way to help make a big impact in the community.

Donations can be made by cash or check. You can also donate via a payroll deduction if you are employed on campus. You can choose to send your donation directly to United Way or you can opt to send it to a Partner Agency such as the American Red Cross or the YMCA.

Why the United Way?According to FEMA, Oklahoma

is 3rd in the nation of states having

the most disaster declarations, and is the only non-coastal state in the top five. In the last decade there have been thirty major disaster declarations in Oklahoma, which underscores the importance of donating to an organization like the United Way of Central Oklahoma.

Through their network, United Way helps fund a variety of programs. Children, seniors, the disabled and disaster victims are some of the many recipients. There more than 250

community volunteers who spend 4,500 hours each year reviewing programs to ensure all donations are invested properly. All monies raised will only be used to help people in Central Oklahoma.

United Way of Central Oklahoma helps 420,000 people each year. The organization is based on the concept of community and its residents having a responsibility and a desire to care for their own.

United Way of Central Oklahoma

was founded in 1924 and has impacted millions of lives through the decades. They have five focus areas, which are Financial Stability, Strong Families, Successful Kids, Community Involvement, and Disaster Preparedness.

For questions on the campus campaign, contact Tammy Martin at 405-733-7585 ext. 7585 or Lisa Price at ext. 6313.

United Way continues to it’s great works

Peer led workshops provide friendly info to students By: Dennis Gosnell

Assistant Editor

By: Jennifer ByrdNews Editor

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With the election behind the nation, and President Obama able to continue uninterrupted to his second term, there is a new horizon the American people are looking at. Rather, a cliff.

On January 1, 2013 the terms of the Budget Control Act of 2011

go into effect. The fiscal cliff as it has come to be called, means large spending cuts and tax increases would take place unless Congress can pass $1.2 trillion in cuts and make a deal on taxes before then.

Speaker of the House John Boehner has suggested extending the tax rates until next year, to allow for the new members to enter Congress

after being sworn in, instead of forcing retiring and defeated

Congress-

members to make a decision in the brief weeks left.

President Obama has requested an extension to tax cuts for those making under $200,000 but to let the tax cuts for those making over $200,000 expire. But Speaker Boehner maintained the Republican stance opposing tax hikes of any sort, while the Democrats oppose talks that affect social programs, such as Social Security and Medicare that the Republicans have presented.

The largest pieces of the fiscal cliff are the expiration of Bush and

Obama-era tax cuts and the $1.2 trillion

sequestration. The sequestration

would cut $1.2 trillion from federal budget. The

Congressional Budget Office

projects deficit reduction in the fiscal

year 2013 budget, totaling $560 billion, would come from:

• Expiration of tax cuts and an increase in the Alternative Minimum Tax- $221 billion

• Expiration of the two percent

FICA payroll tax- $95 billion• Other expiring tax provisions-

$65 billion• Affordable Care Act taxes- $18

billion• Spending cuts (sequestration)-

$65 billion• Expiration of federal emergency

unemployment insurance- $26 billion

• Reduction in Medicare payment rates for doctors-$11 billion

• Other changes- $105 billionCongress reconvenes after

Thanksgiving for a four-week “lame duck” session. In this session, Congress members must come to a decision on budget and deficit reduction or face the implementation of the sequestration and tax hikes. President Obama and Speaker Boehner are both restricted by the ideals of their respective parties, and many see the fiscal cliff as a needed wake up call to Washington.

At a White House press conference on Wednesday, Nov. 14, President Obama laid out a two-step process for an overall compromise. The first step is to let all but the top tier tax cuts be extended, and the second step would be to create an agreement in 2013 to overhaul the tax code and the government’s big benefit programs, like Social Security and Medicare.

K e e p i n g t r a c k o f a c r e d i t s c o r e p a y s o f f

A workshop to help students understand their credit score was held on campus at the start of November. The event was beneficial by helping participants learn the ins and outs of their credit score, while teaching them the importance of maintaining good credit. The FICO score, the leading credit score standard in the US, was a major topic.

The workshop mentioned the three national credit score sources, Experian, Equifax and Trans Union. There was also information on what could be hurting credit scores. Some of the major things that contribute to a bad credit score are:

• Missing Payments• Maxing or Closing out credit

cards• Opening numerous new

accounts in a brief stint • Borrowing from finance

companiesAnother topic discussed was the

people who look at credit scores. It is surprising the amount of people looking at them, such as insurance and cell phone companies. There were tips on raising your credit score and the overall significance of keeping track of your score that can easily be ignored.

During the session, what can affect credit scores for the longest amount of time was detailed to attendees.

• Opening accounts in good standing – Indefinitely

• Late or missed payments – 7 years

• Collection accounts – 7 years• Civil judgments – 7 years• Chapter 7 bankruptcy – 10 years• Chapter 13 bankruptcy – 7years• Unpaid tax liens – 15 years• Paid tax liens – 7 years• Credit inquiries – 2 years

To get your FICO credit score visit http://www.myfico.com

What the “fiscal cliff ” means to the American budget

Students learn about the importance of their credit score and What it means for their future Photo by Josi Weaver

By: Chelsea RattermanEditor in Chief

By: Narges TaghaviFeature Editor

It has been said that the small things in life are what make life worth living; Larry Johnson, Engineering Major, explained just how far technology has come in creating very small things to make life better.

What exactly is Nanotechnology?Nanotechnology can be described

as the study in the manipulation of properties and functions of materials on an atomic level. These devices are on a scale smaller than 100 nanometers.

Richard Feynman, a theoretical physicist who lived from 1918 to 1988, helped revolutionize the scientific community with his work in the field and development of nanotechnology.

“The behavior of things on a small scale is so fantastic, so wonderfully different than anything that behaves on a large scale. You can say, ‘electrons act like waves’…‘they act like particles’…‘they act like a kind of fog around a nucleus’ – no, they don’t, exactly,” Feynman was quoted as saying in “No Ordinary Genius: The Illustrated Richard Feynman.”

Nano Technology can affect everything.

The study of nanotechnology has a hand in all technologies from medical to military and from energy and product production to information technology.

“The world is quickly changing

in terms of scientific discovery,” Johnson said. With the applications of nanotechnology in such areas as cell phones, they become so much more than just phones and take the place of multiple devices. They are computers, information resources, portable libraries, and MP3 players.

In medical science, nanotechnology is being used to clear arteries and to identify and destroy cancer cells.

In product production, clothes are being synthesized to be water resistant, batteries are being created that will last more than 50 years and companies are experimenting with clothing that produce and recharge Bluetooth enabled devices.

Other companies are creating super-conducting materials that use natural forces such as wind that makes a flag move and create and transfer energy to other sources.

“Imagine being able to put the entire series of the Encyclopedia Britannica on a disk the size of the tip of a pen. We are not that far away from being able to do that,” Johnson said.

According to Johnson, with the world almost literally at our fingertips, there does not seem to be any place that humans could not visit or create.

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After you have filled your stomach, sit back enjoy some quality time with your family because that is what Thanksgiving is all about: being thankful for what we have.

It’s that time of year again. The holiday season is getting off to a

start with Thanksgiving. When we get together with the family to have the big feast, one thing you know will be on the table: the traditional turkey and cranberry sauce. You can create crowd-pleasing side dishes that everyone will love. Here are some recipes that could make your taste buds savor for more.

Thanksgiving recipes to please a

crowd

Little robots make big differences

By: Dennis GosnellAssistant Editor

By: Amber StaffordAssignment Editor

Broccoli and Rice Casserole 6 1 pkg. frozen broccoli (thawed), 8 oz. Cheez Whiz, 1 medium onion (chopped), 3 tsp. butter, 1 can cream soup (chicken or mushroom), 1 c. cooked rice, 1 c. milk

Brown onions & broccoli in butter. Add milk, cheese ad soup. Cook until cheese is melted. Add rice and pour into a 1 1/3 quart baking dish. Bake for 15 minutes at 350 degrees.

Easy Potato Casserole 6 2 lb. frozen potatoes, 12 oz. sour cream, 1 can cream of chicken soup, 8 oz. Cheez Whiz, 1/2 c. green onions (chopped), 1 c. melted butter Combine in order given. Place into baking dish and top with a mixture of 2 c. crushed corn flakes,1/4 c. melted butter and a dash of salt. Bake for one hour at 350 degrees.

8 oz. cream cheese, 2 c. powdered sugar, 2/3 c. peanut butter, 9 - 12 oz. Cool Whip, pre-made pie crust

Mix cream cheese, sugar and peanut butter. Add Cool Whip. Place mixture into pie crust. Chill for two hours. When ready to serve drizzle chocolate syrup over top of pie.

Peanut Butter Pie 8Mae Clem

“The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 2” is the end of another book to film era. Only a year after the “Harry Potter” books left theatres, Bella and Edward faced their final challenge and depart from the big screen.

Picking up where the last movie picked up, Bella Swan has finally made her transition to vampire life. The film quickly moves through her taking her place amongst the Cullen’s and meeting her daughter, Renesmee for the first time. It is during this time that the Cullen’s garner the less than friendly attention of the Volturi, led by the deliciously crazed Michael Sheen as Aro.

The race against time sets in as the Cullen’s gather friends as witnesses to the danger presented by the uncertainty Renesmee presents to the vampire community. The many characters introduced in the book are brought to life, from the Amazons to the creepy Romanians.

After a surprise desertion by familiar characters, the Volturi arrive. The wolves and vampires stand together against the rulers of the vampire world and the talking begins. What made the book anti-climatic has been transformed into something to please all fans.

After the lengthy scene in the field, the part concerning the wolves, in the book, was cut down

to one snarky comment by Caius in the film. Caius’ enemies have always been the Children of the Moon, or werewolves, and by this time Aro figured out that the wolves are not werewolves in the typical sense, but are shape shifters, as the tribal line picked its form.

The end of the film will have all moviegoers on the edge of their seats. The shock of what happens will hit fans of the book like a freight train.

The worst part of the film was the aging of Renesmee. Through filming, actors used faceless dolls to take the place of the baby, and post-production inserted a face. Editors took Mackenzie Foy, the actress playing Renesmee, and placed her face onto a baby doll. The result is less than impressive.

The acting of the main actors has increased in quality over the five films, and is at its best in the final film. The best actor of the film is Michael Sheen as the bemused Aro, who has grown bored in his long life. Sheen plays him as slightly crazed, bringing out the childish enthusiasm of all things, especially destruction.

Alec and Bella’s powers are both mental powers, so effects were added to the film to give the powers a corporeal feel as they stretched over the field.

Some of the best scenes from the movie were straight from the book, such as Bella and Emmett’s

arm wrestling scene, Aro’s enthusiasm at encountering something new and when the vampires are first encountering Renesmee.

The movie is PG-13 for violence, sensuality and partial nudity, like the hilarious scene when Jacob starts stripping in front of Charlie Swan, to demonstrate the weirdness of the world he thought was normal all along.

The film is a bit more graphic in the violence department. Beheadings are clearly shown, as the frozen vampires heads come off easily and cleanly.

Bella and Edward’s first time in the cottage as a vampire couple is shown much as their love scene in the first movie was, as whispers and flashes of skin. Part One treated the love scene as a memory, or a dream and it was less focused. Part Two reflects Bella’s sharpened senses, so the scene is sharper in focus and more expressive of the characters as they fall into their rightful place.

The film is a shocking and exciting end to the saga. Fans are sure to be delighted, even with the changes made in the adaptation. First-timers to the series should check out the previous film before attending, as there is no break, or any explanation of the events leading to this movie, and can be confusing for those not familiar with the series.

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Winter is upon us and it’s time to bring out the sweaters, boots, mittens and coats. But when deciding on a winter wardrobe, see if any of these winter fashion staples are already in your closet.

One of the biggest must-haves for those dress days is knit tights. Unlike ordinary tights, which are shear and thin, knit tights are thick and will keep your legs warm, which makes wearing skirts and dresses all the more comfy in the winter months.

Another must-have is a wool coats. Last year, it was all about the pea coat, but this winter is all about wool. Many of these coats lay somewhere between pea coats and windbreakers, and are heavy enough for those snowy days, while still being stylish.

A winter staple for your shoe collection is knee-high boots. Sure, ankle boots are cute and combat boots were big in the fall, but it seems that this winter, the higher the better. Boots that hit right at the knee are simply timeless and complement almost any leg shape.

This last winter essential will shock you, but put those rules aside by wearing white. Pack away the colorful or patterned skinny jeans and get out those beautiful winter white pants you’ve been dying to wear, because now, white pants are in, and the myth about rocking white after Labor Day is out.

This time of year, sure it might be cold and dressing in layers is required, but it’s possible to still remain fashionable by incorporating these staples into the wardrobe.

Curtains close on the “Twilight Saga”By: Chelsea Ratterman, Editor in Chief

Model shows off wool coat during fashion week. Photo Courtesy of mctcampus.com

By: Narges Taghavi, Feature Editor

Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson star in the “Breaking Dawn” from Summit Entertainment Photo courtesy of mctcampus.com

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EDITORIALStaff MeMberSEditor in ChiefChelsea Ratterman (cratterman@rose.edu)Assistant EditorD.J. Gosnell (dgosnell@rose.edu)Features EditorNarges Taghavi (ntaghavi@rose.edu)News EditorJennifer Byrd Assignment EditorAmber Stafford (astafford@rose.edu)Online EditorMelissa Bednarek(mbednarek@rose.edu)Graphic ArtistMichele Penix (mpenix@rose.edu)PhotographerJosi Weaver (jweaver@rose.edu)Circulation ManagerLlyod Langrehr (llangrehr@rose.edu)Coordinator of Student PublicationsJulie Lesko-Bishop (jlesko-bishop@rose.edu)SecretaryCarol Benefee (cbenefee@rose.edu)Computer GuruScottie Seger (sseger@rose.edu)

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This includes, but is not limited to admissions, employment, financial aid and educational services.

After President Obama was re-elected, the more controversial measures started to make the news. The biggest one in particular is the legalization of recreational marijuana in Colorado and Washington. The Drug Enforcement Administration has said they would continue to enforce laws around the Schedule One Substance. Marijuana, or cannabis, is the only Schedule One Substance that there have been no cases of overdose reported and deaths are rare, if non-existent, and controversy over the drugs classification has been rampant.

Should the DEA be focusing their efforts on marijuana, given the facts

that don’t support its classification?No, they shouldn’t. By marijuana

being legalized by a vote of the people, the cloud around cannabis has been lifted slightly and may continue to disperse.

So much effort has been placed in controlling the drug; the effects of legalizing it will be massive.

Arrests are frequently made for possession of the drug, and this could cut down on overcrowding of the jails. It would save money by cutting down arrests and help reduce strain on the legal system. In 2009, statistics stated that more than 850,000 people were arrested on marijuana charges and 88 percent of

those were for possession. A Rasmussen poll in 2010

revealed that 43 percent of Americans supported legalization of marijuana and 65 percent see it becoming legal across the U.S. in the next ten years.

Many states have taken steps not to legalize but to decriminalize marijuana. California and New York are two such states, and have reduced the possession penalty.

Harvard economist Jeffrey Miron stated in a paper that ending the prohibition efforts on marijuana would save the U.S. $7.7 billion and it could bring in as much as $6 billion a year if it were taxed like tobacco and alcohol. Another economist, Stephen Easton, backed this up, but gave far larger numbers estimating that legalizing could bring in closer to $100 billion in revenue. In 2011, Colorado brought in $5 million from taxes on medical marijuana.

Legalizing marijuana would be a far bigger benefit to the government than keeping it as a Schedule One Substance. It would cut down on the strain in the legal system, and could bring in revenue for the country. Considering tobacco products kill over 5 million people a year, and cannabis deaths are rare or nonexistent, legalizing marijuana doesn’t seem like such a no-brainer.

Marijuana legal ization may be good direction for the U. S.

“Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar and Grill” has been booming since it opened in 2005. The original location, original due to the fact it beat the Las Vegas location opening by a week, is celebrating its seventh year and will soon be welcoming a neighboring restaurant bearing a famous name as well.

The restaurant has seen its share of acts pass through the doors. Uncle Kracker has performed, as well as acts from Toby Keith co-owned label Show Dog-Universal, like Krystal Keith, daughter of Toby Keith. The entertainment is frequent and from local country artists. Upcoming November acts include TJ Chesshire, Nov. 23: Cody Robbins Band, Nov. 24 and Brandon Jackson on Nov. 30.

Being downtown keeps Toby Keith’s close to the action. According

to General Manager Dean Alfaro, they keep the restaurant open after the games, making them a bit different than other Bricktown restaurants.

“We offer Thunder watch parties on the big screen, and we stay open for an hour post-game, offering half-price appetizers and pitchers,” said Alfaro.

The buzz downtown has been about the approved Kevin Durant restaurant, which will be located in the lot next to Toby Keith’s. Alfaro isn’t worried; in fact, he believes it will help business.

“It will draw people to the area. If there is a long line there, people can come next door if they don’t want to wait,” said Alfaro. Both restaurants will be managed by the Hal Smith Restaurant Group, which

Alfaro believes will be good for both restaurants.

For those looking for jobs, Toby Keith’s is looking for servers and hosts. According to Alfaro, the restaurant is flexible with college class schedules.

Toby Keith’s full of entertainment, job opportunities

Graphic courtesy of mctcampus.com

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C r o s s wo r d P u z z l e

Nov. 20Consumer Budgeting

Workshop3 – 4 p.m.

Tinker Terrace Room, Student Center

Nov. 21 – Nov. 24Thanksgiving Break

Nov. 27Red Cross Blood Drive

10:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.To make an appointment please

contact Nickie Williams at 405-733-7330, wellness@rose.edu or

go online www.redcrossblood.org. Walk-ins welcome, please bring

photo I.D. with date of birth.

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New York Times Fiction Best-sellers1. The Racketeer - John

Grisham2. Reflected In You - Sylvia

Day3. The Sins of the Mother -

Danielle Steel4. Gone Girl - Gillian Flynn5. Fifty Shades of Grey- E.L.

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Opening Box Office Nov. 16• The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn part 2• Lincoln• 28 Hotel Rooms• Holy Motors

Opening Box Office Nov. 23• Red Dawn• Rise of the Guardians• Life of Pi• The App Killer

CORRECTION: In the article concerning the

Tower Awards in the last edition, names were misspelled. This was a mistake on our part that we did not catch them.

The Child Laboratory Development Center was rechristened the Susan Catlett Loveless Child Development Center. The Tower award recipients for this year were Joe and Charlene Cole, and Dr. Tony and Julia Thomas.