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TAKING THE PLUNGE: SHS junior forms bond with OSU students Savannah Evanoff

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The verb “plunge” means to jump or dive quickly and energetically, which is exactly what Carson Young did. On Saturday, Carson, an 18-year-old student at Stillwater High School with intellectual disabilities, jumped into the cold waters of Boomer Lake to raise money for the Special Olympics as part of Stillwater’s Polar Plunge. But he did not do it alone. With big smiles, arms linked together and deckedout wizard costumes, Carson’s fundraising team, the Harry Potter Blizzards, took the plunge together. The Harry Potter Blizzards include two eager Oklahoma State students, Lexie Poulos and Noah Kline, who both spend time with Carson on a regular basis, and also Josh Silvey and Jake Meyers. Not far behind stood Carson’s loving parents, Jason and Anita Young,

watching proudly in the background.

BEING INDEPENDENT Carson might be diagnosed with multiple handicaps including Down syndrome, autism, visual impairment and apraxia of speech, but it doesn’t stop him or his outgoing parents from leading happy, exciting lives. It was Carson’s enthusiastic decision to participate in the Polar Plunge because he said it would be fun to jump into Boomer Lake. Even after shivering and describing the water as “freezing cold,” he still said, yes, he wants to do it again next year. Because of his apraxia of speech, a condition that hinders his articulation, Carson uses sign language and a talk box to communicate. “I love playing Wii with him,” Jason said. “There’s just this natural communication there.” While Jason works full time as a specialist at the OSU Food and Agricultural Product Center, Anita works part time in order to watch over Carson.

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Carson Young (center) and his team raised almost $1,000 last year and $2,000 this year for the Special Olympics.

“He has to be monitored all the time, he surprises you with things he’ll get into,” Anita said. Although he’s mostly able to entertain himself with his extremely proficient technological skills, Carson’s social skills are sometimes lacking. “I think for the average person, it would be easy to

get embarrassed in public,” Jason said. But every socially awkward moment, intellectual struggle and goofy memory is leading up to the moment Carson can live independently. “If you’ve ever seen the movie ‘The Ringer,’ I would say yes, I could identify

with that,” Anita said as she laughed. FROM STUDENT TO TEACHER At the beginning of the fall semester, Kline, a mechanical and aerospace engineering freshman, began picking Carson up from school two days a week.

Carson said that it’s his favorite time of the week. On a Tuesday or Thursday, it would not be unusual to see Carson and Kline kicking around a soccer ball and running around tree stumps in the Young’s backyard. “I love soccer,” Carson said using his talk box.

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Kline sought out his job with Carson because he has family and friends with special needs and previously worked at Camp H.E.R.O.E.S., a camp providing programs to help integrate individuals with disabilities into the community. He wanted to continuously play a role in the life of those with intellectual disabilities. “I have been around it so much,” Kline said. “It’s just part of my life.” With Kline’s energetic and warm-hearted help, Carson has developed a passion for soccer and improved his fine motor skills. “It’s really cool to see his progress,” Kline said. When Carson first began playing soccer, he called it “Noah’s soccer.” “I love Noah,” Carson said. Although Carson spends some of his week engaging in sports and fun developmental activities with Kline, like any other teenager, Carson spends his Friday nights out on the town with Poulos, a zoology junior. “I take him out into the community so he can socialize and have fun,” Poulos said. Poulos takes Carson around Stillwater to do fun things like bowling, racquetball or getting a haircut, but teaches him social skills along the way. She creates guidelines so Carson can learn to be respectful and use the appropriate communication when put in a social situation, both of which are strong suits to Poulos.

game to play, Carson selects feed the dog every time. With this game, he has to search for dog food that Kline has hidden in a path. Although it might seem simple enough, it is a fun challenge for Carson due to his visual impairment. Carson might know what he likes, but what everyone else likes is seeing Carson happy, smiling playfully and making pretend mustaches with his fingers. “I think the mustaches are his way of saying he’s a man,” Jason said. Carson is a man. A man who knows what he likes.

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Polar Plunge raises money for the Special Olympics, which empowers those with intellectual disabilities through athletics.

Although Kline and Poulos are both students at OSU, they love to spend time with Carson and make a difference in his life. Carson’s parents said they are impressed with the maturity and natural ability that Kline and Poulos exhibit when caring for Carson. It is clear that they are much more than caretakers and teachers to Carson. They are

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family. With the help of these bighearted students, Carson’s parents can have a little more free time and sometimes even a date night. CARSON DAILY Carson knows what he likes. For 12 years straight, Carson has selected SpongeBob SquarePants as his Halloween costume.

This is likely evidence that his selection of Harry Potter as their Polar Plunge team name is here to stay. On any given day, Carson will put on his headphones and sing every indistinguishable word to any one of today’s hits accompanied by fun dance moves and absolutely no worries to his surroundings. When asked his favorite

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artist, he will shout out The Black Eyed Peas without hesitation. “When we get in the car, it’s 104.1 every single day,” Kline said. “He will dance in the car and play air guitar.” Along with controlling the radio station, Carson knows what games he likes to play. When Kline gives Carson the choice of which chore converted into a

TAKING THE PLUNGE Right now, Carson is enjoying flirting with girls, jumping into Boomer Lake as Harry Potter and playing sports like bocce ball in the Special Olympics, but someday it will be much more than that. Although his parents don’t know when, someday it will really be time for Carson to take a plunge: the plunge of living independently from his family. When the time arrives for Carson to take this plunge, even though he will be taking a step toward independence, he will not have to do it alone. “The heroes come out to take the plunge,” Anita said.

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Man reportedly stabbed while attending cookout Kaelynn Knoernschild @kaelynn_k

Stillwater police are investigating a reported stabbing that occurred at a home in the 1700 block of North Jardot Road Saturday night. Police said there was an altercation between two men during a cookout at the home, which led to the stabbing of one of the men involved. The victim, a 32-year-old who had not yet received treatment for his wounds,

arrived at Stillwater Medical Center about 9:15 a.m. Sunday, and officers were dispatched after an unruly patient complaint was made against the man, according to a media release SPD sent out Sunday night. The victim had two stab wounds to his back upon arriving to Stillwater Medical Center, the release states. The man was transferred to OU Medical Center because of the severity of his wounds, said SPD Capt. Kyle Gibbs on Sunday afternoon. Officers were led to the home after learning of the

victim’s attendance at the cookout the night before. Detectives were called to assist with the investigation. A next-door neighbor described the homeowner as a male in his midtwenties. SPD is not releasing the name of the homeowner or victim at this time. Anyone with information about the stabbing is asked to contact SPD at 405372-4171.

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OSU beat No. 8 Kansas with a chip on its shoulder Cody Stavenhagen @CodyStavenhagen

Le’Bryan Nash hasn’t forgotten how he felt before this season. Oklahoma State was picked eighth in the Big 12. He repeatedly heard words like “rebuilding year.” And the Cowboys star senior kept feeling frustrated. “Being my senior year and somebody saying it’s a rebuilding season, I take that to heart,” Nash said. That created motivation for OSU. Nash and his teammates wanted to prove people wrong. They planned to do it by playing harder than anyone else. Saturday in a 67-62 upset of No. 9 Kansas, the Cowboys did that, and in the process reminded everyone — including themselves — what’s driving this team. “Where they picked us, I don’t think none of us liked that,” Nash said. “I think we a more talented team than the coaches or whoever were saying. We trying to prove a point that this season is a chipon-our-shoulder season.” For the third time in three years, OSU knocked off the Jayhawks. For the second consecutive season, the Cowboy student section rushed the court. And again, coach Travis Ford and his team earned a needed, redeeming win against one of college basketball’s giants. The best part: OSU went back to the basics

and played to its identity. The Cowboys won this game with heart. “Who we are, what makes us successful, what makes our team good, every team has something … In the second half we played towards that,” Ford said. “We played toward our strength. We played to our identity, who we need to be.” No better example than Phil Forte overcoming a flu that left him doubtful to play. “I didn’t think he’d go,” Ford said. “I went and saw him an hour before the game. He’s in the training room. He’s got a blanket over him, didn’t look good. I walked out and told a coach, ‘He’s not gonna play.’ “Then I thought, ‘Well, I’m dealing with Phil Forte here, wait a second.’ I said, ‘Yeah, he’s gonna want to play.’” Forte finished with 13 points, including a 3-pointer that with 16:29 left that gave OSU the lead after overcoming an 11-point halftime deficit. “Sickness is just kind of part of it,” Forte said. “I just tried to mentally push through it and I didn’t want to let my teammates down. I was gonna go out there and give it all I had for however many minutes.” The Cowboys also used a press to fluster Kansas in the second half. And though that adjustment turned the course of the game, there was a time Ford planned to use the press sparingly.

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Freshman post Mitchell Solomon provided a spark Saturday with an unexpected powerful dunk in OSU’s 67-62 win against Kansas.

“He said we not gonna do it that much because we don’t want to get fatigued,” Nash said. “But we came into halftime and Coach Ford said, ‘Forget it. We’re pressing every trip. Every time we score, we pressing.’” OSU kept up its energy and got gritty efforts from point guard Anthony Hickey and center Michael Cobbins, among others. One that stood out was freshman big man

Mitch Solomon, who sparked a loud GallagherIba crowd with a surprising, powerful baseline dunk late in the first half. “When I seen him after the dunk, it made me laugh,” Nash said. “That’s what makes teams win, when you got that character and love playing the game. I never seen Mitch that happy and having fun.” The combined result of OSU’s emotional effort

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was the school’s fourth win against Kansas since 2008-09. No other team has beat the Jayhawks four times over that period. “Every year, that’s the game that be circled on my calendar,” Nash said. “We want to be better than them. I think my team is better than them every year. And you know, they the team at the top, so you gotta prove yourself when you play them.” More importantly, OSU

got a momentum-shifting win that has the Cowboys looking more like a tournament team than they have all season. “Good things happen for you when you play hard, when you play with the crowd behind you and show them how much you want to win,” Nash said. “Good things happened for us.” sports@ocolly.com PAGE 5

Candidates emerge for Stillwater mayor Evan Kiley @OColly

Current and former Oklahoma State faculty are vying for a term as mayor of Stillwater. The city of Stillwater will be electing a new mayor this spring. The candidates for mayor have previous experience with city council and Oklahoma State. Gina Noble, an OSU media and strategic communications professor and city councilor, will run against Chuck Hopkins, a retired OSU adjunct researcher and former vice mayor. Noble has spent the past two years on the coun-

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Gina Noble has served on city council for two years.

Chuck Hopkins spent five years as vice mayor.

cil and said she wants to continue volunteering for the city and people she has become accustomed to. “I want to support the citizens of Stillwater,” Noble said. “It’s about moving the city forward through

to thrive and live,” Noble said. “I believe we can make it the best place to live.” Hopkins last spent time on the city council two years ago after five years as vice mayor, totaling six years working for the city.

day-to-day operations.” Noble said she wants to focus on developing Stillwater’s economy, infrastructure and improving the quality of life for Stillwater families. “Stillwater is a great place

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Hopkins is focusing on improving the overall quality of city infrastructure, as well as increasing revenue and planning ahead for the future. “Planning is very important to me,” Hopkins said.

“The sales tax expires in 2016. This is something we will have to look at.” Hopkins also said he wants the city government to build a relationship with OSU and its Student Government Association. “There is so much to get working on with OSU,” Hopkins said. “It’s time we build that relationship and improve communication between students and the city.” Noble and Hopkins filed to run for mayor earlier this month. Whoever is elected will fill the seat John Bartley now holds. Primary elections occur March 3. General elections will occur April 7. news@ocolly.com

he found that the Lord was truly alive. James writes, “Come near to God and he will come near to you.” (Ja.4:8 NIV)

MY SOUL FOLLOWS HARD AFTER YOU! “My soul followeth hard after thee.” (Ps.63:8 KJV) “My soul clings to you.” (NIV) Here is a man, David, who is wholeheartedly following God. Little wonder he is called a man after God’s own heart. As we read Psalm 63 it is hard to miss the commitment and desire he has for the Lord. “O God, you are my God, earnestly I seek you.” (V1) God was a personal God to David. “You are my God”, he says. It brought on a fresh challenge and response. “I will seek you earnestly.” Following the Lord and learning of him became a top priority in David’s life. “I have seen you in the sanctuary.” God was real to David. As he met with other believers, as he opened his heart and life to God,

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This reality brought even a greater appreciation of God and gave him a greater desire to make him the center of his life. “I will praise you as long as I live, and in your name I will lift up my hands.” (v4) I remember the first time I lifted my hands to God. I was very self-conscience. It was a challenge, but now has become a part of an act of worship. He is worthy! This is not just a religious exercise that we turn off and on every Sunday or holy day. “On my bed I remember you; I think of you through the watches of the night. Because you are my help, I sing in the shadow of your wings.” (v6) Have you ever sang to God on your bed, while you are shaving, when doing the dishes or cutting the lawn? He is our God, our companion and helper. Let’s follow hard after him.

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Forte overcomes flu to fuel OSU’s upset Nathan Ruiz @NathanSRuiz

An hour before Oklahoma State faced off with No. 8 Kansas, coach Travis Ford wasn’t sure Phil Forte would even play. Forte took the court with flu-like symptoms, and he did all he needed to in the Cowboys’ 67-62 win over the Jayhawks. He scored 13 points and battled his way through 29 minutes. “Gutsy performance,” coach Travis Ford said. “He wasn’t himself. There were a couple of times where we’d love for him to go one-on-one, and he just didn’t have the pop. Still made his free throws. Played great for us.” None of Forte’s points were bigger than those that came on his lone 3-pointer with 16:28 left to play. It gave the Cowboys (16-7, 6-5 Big 12) a 44-42 lead. It was the first time OSU led since 16:18 mark in the first half. For Forte, it was the third time he defeated the Jayhawks (19-4, 8-2). It didn’t seem like the Cowboys would manage to get the win after they entered the half trailing 41-30. But an 8-0 run early in the second half reduced the Jayhawks’ lead to four and ignited Gallagher-Iba Arena. “We got the energy back into the building,” Forte said. “… The crowd starts to get into it, and that motivates us even

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Despite not expecting to be able to play Saturday morning because of illness, Phil Forte ended up scoring 13 points in an upset of No. 8 Kansas.

more. We’re just out there building off that.” The run was fueled by great OSU defense, the result of Ford’s halftime emphasis of pressing on defense. “We told our guys, ‘The press needs to be a difference maker,’” Ford said. “‘The press has to change the game. You have to press. The press has to change the game.’” After hitting 7-of-9 3-point attempts in the first half, the Jayhawks went 3-for-11 in the sec-

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ond. Alternatively, OSU was 0-for-9 in the first half but went 3-for-7 after the break. The Cowboys’ five starters scored 63 of the team’s 67 points. Michael Cobbins was a force in the paint with seven points and eight rebounds. Jeff Newberry and Anthony Hickey did it all, with a combined 25 points and five steals. Le’Bryan Nash scored 18 against an opponent he said he always looks forward to playing.

And it seemed that whenever a player made a mistake, he would make up for it on the other end. Ford said the coaching staff preached moving forward. “Our message from the last loss we had (to Oklahoma), from then, has been, ‘Move on to the next play,’” he said. “Quit worrying about the call. Quit worrying about me getting on you. Quit worrying about you turning it over. Quit worrying about you missing a shot. Move

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on.” Since Ford became the Cowboys’ coach in 2008, OSU has defeated Kansas four times, the most of any team. This one ended in another court-rushing for OSU fans. Even though Forte wasn’t healthy, he enjoyed it all the same. “My teammates kept coming up to me, wanting me to play,” Forte said. “Sickness is just kinda part of it, and I just tried to mentally push through it. I didn’t want to let my

teammates down.” sports@ocolly.com Up Next vs. Against: Baylor When: Monday at 6 p.m. Where: Waco, Texas TV: ESPNU

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Who is the face of OSU? Moving on Garth Brooks Pistol Pete

11.9 percent 88.1 percent

To vote for “Face of OSU,” visit ocolly.com and vote in the poll on the homepage. You can also vote by tweeting #FaceofOSU with the name of the Cowboy in each day’s matchup until the field is narrowed to one winner.

Mason Rudolph Football Sophomore

Mason Rudolph, a sophomore at Oklahoma State, has only played three games for the Cowboys, but he has sure proven his worth. Rudolph first appeared against Baylor, where he threw for 281 yards and two touchdowns in Waco, Texas. Then, Rudolph did the impossible and led the Cowboys to a 38-35 overtime win in Norman against Oklahoma. Rudolph finished the season on a high note, throwing for 299 yards and two touchdown passes in a Cactus Bowl victory against Washington. Time is certainly on Rudolph’s side with three more years of eligibility, and, heading into his sophomore season, Las Vegas has him at 40-to-1 odds to win the Heisman Trophy.

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Donnie Walton Baseball Junior

A junior at Oklahoma State, Donnie Walton was named to the All-Big 12 first team last year, as he started all of OSU’s 66 games at shortstop. 2014 was a big year for Walton, as he led the Cowboys to a Big 12 Championship. During the season, Walton was also in the top 10 in on-base percentage in the Big 12 while being ranked third in the conference in hits with 78. Walton was named to the Big 12 Championship All-Tournament team and was named Most Outstanding Player at the NCAA Regional in Stillwater. Walton and the Cowboys open the 2015 season on Friday with a three-game series against Arizona State in Phoenix. O’COLLY FILE PHOTO BY JACKIE DOBSON

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Cowboys show more spark in Bedlam win Dekota Gregory @dekotagregory

NORMAN — After Friday’s win against Wyoming, Oklahoma State wrestling coach John Smith said he wasn’t pleased with the team’s effort and called them “flat,” but the Cowboys showed much more life Sunday at Oklahoma. “I think everybody got the point after Coach gave us a little talk,” Josh Kindig said. Austin Marsden ignited the Cowboys’ fire with a victory to begin the dual after coming out aggressive, setting the tone for a 25-9 OSU win at McCasland Field House in Norman. The No. 7 Cowboys (8-3, 3-0 Big 12) picked up wins at eight different classes, including Marsden’s 8-3 decision, but two of their wins needed extra time to name a victor. Anthony Collica and Kyle Crutchmer showed fight in their overtime victories. Crutchmer defeated Matt Reed 5-2 in a second tiebreaker, while Collica won by criteria after the second tiebreaker against Justin DeAngelis at 157 pounds. “You want to wrestle through adversity, you want to wrestle when your legs don’t feel right, you want to wrestle when everything’s not perfect out there,” Smith said. “I was glad to see today that we showed them a little bit more, punching through the moments that really are important in matches.” Kindig was one of the wrestlers to battle through

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Eddie Klimara wrestles with Oklahoma’s Ryan Milhof on Sunday at McCasland Field House. Oklahoma State completed its 16th Bedlam sweep under John Smith.

the adversity Smith mentioned. After being sidelined with an injury for three weeks, Kindig returned with a 5-2 decision over the Sooners’ (6-9, 1-2) Shayne Tucker in his first match back. He was unable to participate in wrestling activities for most of that time, which required him to find new ways to stay in midseason shape. Kindig did activities such as swimming and running in order

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to be ready for Bedlam. “I liked the way Josh came out and picked up a win,” Smith said. “From the standpoint of him being off for three weeks and healing up, first time he’s really been on the mat, first time he’s gone live since Pittsburgh.” Kindig was unable to wrestle against Wyoming, but still took notice of Friday night’s lackluster performance. He and Smith both said the team was playing

down to its opponent’s level and didn’t wrestle well in tough matches. “I told them you lose opportunities to really become tough,” Smith said. “We chose to do the very bare minimum and skated by, and that was basically what we were hoping to see today. You may feel a little bit uncomfortable and if you don’t bust through those moments, it’s hard to get better. The bottom line

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is you’re not gonna wrestle, and you’re not gonna feel perfect all the time.” Thanks to more ambition Sunday, the Cowboys’ only losses came at 133 and 197 pounds. At 133, Gary Wayne Harding was pinned by Cody Brewer in 2:41, and Luke Bean lost to Andrew Dixon 11-8 in the final match of the day.

Up Next vs. Against: Clarion When: Friday at 7 p.m. Where: Gallagher-Iba Arena

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1810 W. 4TH 3 BED 1 BATH 1 CAR GARAGE VERY VERY NICECLOSE TO OSU COMPLETELY RENOVATED TOP TO BTM FENCED YARD-WOOD FLOORS $400 PER PERSON PER MONTH 1511 E. VIRGINIA 3 BED 3 BATH NEW HOME GRANITE COUNTERSLARGE LAYOUT TOTAL ELECTRICCUSTOM HOME $400 PER MONTH PER PERSON 611 N. DUCK 3 BED 1 BATH 1 CAR GARAGE VERY CLOSE TO CAMPUS HARDWOOD FLOORS OLDER HOUSE BUT PRICED RIGHT $275 PER PERSON PER MONTH 811 S. HESTER 1 BED 1 BATH SMALLER HOUSE CLOSE TO OSU CAMPUS $520 PER MONTH 410 S. LOWRY 2 BED 1 BATH 1 CAR GARAGE HARDWOOD FLOORS LARGE SHADED LOT $275 PER PERSON PER MONTH 2303 E. TIMBERCREST 4 BED 3 BATH NEW HOUSE GRANITE COUNTERSWASHER/DRYER INCL TOTAL ELECTRIC-QUIET AREA $375 PER PERSON PER MONTH 818 W. 8TH 2 BED 1.5 BATH TOWNHOUSE TOTAL ELECTRIC-NEWER UNIT CLOSE TO CAMPUSLAWN INCL SMALLER BEDROOMS $310 PER PERSON PER MONTH

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Nice 1‑bedroom apartment, 1 block from campus. Available now. 201 S. West #2. $425/month, water paid. Call or text 405‑314‑6238.

Summer camp lifeguards/counselors, unit leaders, cooks, and teen leadership staff needed May 27‑July 26 for camp near Sand Springs, OK. Must live on site. Salary, training, room and board provided. Inquiries to bsimpson@gseok.org. Email bsimpson@gseok.org

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Apartment Rentals Apartment Rentals Henneberry Properties has Tamarack Village Townhouses and 3 bedroom apartments available at Carlton Crossing. While they last! 372‑7395 Now leasing: 2‑bedroom apartment at 524 S. Walnut. Move in ready and close to campus. 743‑4266. Studio apartments 210 S. Husband $500/mo plus electric, washer/dryer, microwave, dishwasher included, walk to campus. Williams Property Management (405) 533‑1767

BRAND NEW CON‑ STRUCTION! The VIN‑ TAGE (PHASE 2) Luxury Apartments/Town Homes 519 S. Jardot in Stillwater Now Leasing! 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Luxury Apartments. 2 & 3-Story buildings. Cov‑ ered Entryways. Private Balconies. 9 foot Ceil‑ ings. Wood Plank Floor‑ ing. Stainless-Steel Appli‑ ances + washer/dryer ALL INCLUDED! Top Quality Insulation with The Latest Energy-Saving Technolo‑ gies. Total Electric Utili‑ ties. Monitored Burglary & Fire Alarms Incl. Access to Private Pool, Spas, Sand Volleyball, Sport Court. Ap‑ proved pets allowed with written permission. 1.6 Miles to OSU. We also have FURNISHED and HANDI-CAPPED units available. Prices Start at Only $600/month! Available now or Preleasing for June 1st. Call 405-372-9225 ext 0 or www. thevintagestillwater.com

JUNE 1ST 2015 RENTALS STILLWATER PROPERTY 633 N. HUSBAND 405‑743‑2126 www.stillwaterpm.com KAY‑DEE APARTMENTS 1315 W. 3RD 2 BED 1 BATH ALL ELECTRIC EXTREMELY CLOSE TO OSU NEW PAINT & CARPET $600 PER MONTH BRADFORD COURT 304 S. JEFFERSON 2 BED 1 BATH ALL ELECTRIC EXTREMELY CLOSE TO CAMPUS NEW PAINT/CARPET SMALLER FLOOR PLAN $550 PER MONTH LOGWOOD APARTMENTS 716 N. HUSBAND TOTAL ELECTRIC WALK IN CLOSETS CLOSE TO CAMPUS 2 BED 1 BATH $450 PER MONTH 1 BED 1 BATH $440 PER MONTH TERRACE TOWNHOMES 818 N. HUSBAND ALL ELECTRIC‑ CLOSE TO OSU 2 STORY FLOOR PLANS & FLATS 2 BED TOWNHOUSE $550 PER MONTH 2 BED FLAT STYLE UNIT $530 PER MONTH 2 BED 2 BATH FLAT UNIT $600 PER MONTH

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LAKEVIEW APARTMENTS 2209 N. MONROE ALL ELECTRIC‑ WALK IN CLOSETS NEAR BOOMER LAKE‑ON BUS ROUTE 1 MILE TO OSU‑ NEW PAINT/CARPET 2 BED 1 BATH $440 PER MONTH YELLOWROCK APARTMENTS 308 N. HUSBAND ALL ELECTRIC‑ WALK IN CLOSETS CLOSE TO OSU NEW PAINT/CARPET VERY NICE AND CLEAN 2 BED 1 BATH $580 PER MONTH VILLA COURT APARTMENTS 1517 W. 4TH VERY CLOSE TO CAMPUS WASHER/DRYER INCLUDED WALK IN CLOSETS 2 BED 2 BATH $400 PER PERSON 116 E. 3RD UPSTAIRS 1 BED STUDIO (SMALLER UNIT) NEWER CARPET‑ CENTRAL HEAT/AIR $350 PER MONTH

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Today’s Birthday (02/09/15). Partnership generates fortune this year. Cement old bonds as new ones form. Many hands make light work, especially with seemingly impossible, huge or entrenched goals. Miracles arise in collaboration. Income surges after 3/20. Step into a new direction with research after 4/4. A shared financial opportunity arises after 10/13. Come together for community thriving. Share your heart. To get the advantage, check the day’s rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging. Aries (March 21-April 19) -- Today is a 9 -- Spend time with your crew today, close to home. Play with friends and family. Take care of something you said you’d do. Check to be sure your message gets through. Keep it simple and to the point. Taurus (April 20-May 20) -- Today is a 9 -- Do simple work now. Productivity reaps extra reward today. Focus on providing excellence. Short-term priorities hold your focus. Take one step at a time, with attention to detail. Winning is fun, and possible. Do the homework. Gemini (May 21-June 20) -- Today is an 8 -- Studying and practicing something you love goes well today. Changes are apt to work out in your favor. Results are positive. Your discipline is impressive, too. Avoid a controversial topic. Play for a good cause. Cancer (June 21-July 22) -- Today is a 7 -- Take care of urgent matters first. Conditions seem unsettled. Don’t overlook an important task. Let family help you streamline your routine. Allow extra time for unexpected circumstances. Choose an astute partner. Learn from a child. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Today is an 8 -- You’ve got the gift of words today. Use them with someone close to you. Deepen friendships. Create better sales talk. Talk to your team, and listen. Consult with a respected mentor. Choose the message. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Today is a 9 -- Focus on immediate objectives, and rake in the dough. The situation could seem delicately balanced. Be careful not to stumble. Hold your head up. Never let them see you sweat. Put in the effort and profit. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Today is a 9 -- You can get whatever you need. Be very careful now. Don’t get cocky, or you could miss an opportunity. Go ahead and play the hero... someone appreciates the help. Enjoy a little friendly competition. Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Today is a 7 -- Recharge your batteries while you review the plan. Finesse the details. Think things through to their logical consequences. Maintain some mystery. Broaden your horizons and push boundaries. Prepare but don’t go yet. Peaceful rest rejuvenates. Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Today is an 8 -- Talk to your friends for greatest impact today. Make and receive promises. Work together to handle a job that’s coming due. Get social, either in person or online. Connect with your circles. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Today is an 8 -- Take charge, but be nice about it. Assume authority, and schedule commitments rigorously. Delegate what you can. Use what you’ve got. Lively music sets the tone. Focus on one action at a time, and profit. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Today is an 8 -- Explore a lesserknown part of your own backyard or neighborhood. Discover new flavors and sensations. Try on new ideas. It doesn’t need to be expensive in time or money. Savor a short excursion. Learn new tricks. Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Today is an 8 -- Handle insurance or financial paperwork. Make repairs to valuable equipment. Save spare parts. Put on some good music and get into organizational productivity mode. Invite your partner to join in. Your relationship grows stronger with time.

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