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In this special series, the Newsroom listens to Michelle’s interview with Salman Rafique, an OSU student from Pakistan. He has been volunteering with the resettlement of our allies from Afghanistan. Hearing Salman’s own experience gives us some insight into what these people will go through as they adjust to life in Stillwater, Oklahoma.  Want a free Studio Stillwater sticker? Join our gift exchange: https://www.subscribepage.com/studiostillwatersticker Michelle’s articles on the topic:
 Agencies prepare as Afghan refugees start arriving in Oklahoma Volunteers prepare for arrival of first Afghan families Stillwater readies itself to welcome Afghan families NOC students organize supply drive for Afghan families Creating a warm welcome: Catholic Charities brings first Afghan family to Stillwater Needed: Beds and bedrooms for Afghan families Recorded Nov. 10th and Dec. 30, 2021 Permalink: https://www.studiostillwater.net/in-the-newsroom-ep34-afghan-resettlement-stillwater

Want a free Studio Stillwater sticker? Join our gift exchange: https://www.subscribepage.com/studiostillwatersticker In the final episode of 2021, the Newsroom discusses workiversaries, post COVID times, 7-Eleven coming to town, the new public safety radio system and homeless youth in the community. Articles mentioned on the show:
 7-Eleven convenience store coming to 711 N. Main City of Stillwater invests $6.7 million in emergency responder radio system City council approves body-worn cameras for Stillwater officers Homeless youth defies odds and expectations School staff works to minimize shortfalls in education due to homelessness and hardships Recorded on Dec. 21, 2021 Episode permalink: https://www.studiostillwater.net/in-the-newsroom-ep33

Back in the studio after a short hiatus, the newsroom chats about the big news on Block 34 development, law enforcement purposely getting people drunk and the upcoming local election season. You’ll also get to hear an example of ‘reporter speak’ from Michelle.  Articles mentioned on the show: Kicker and City of Stillwater partner to transform Block 34 Steve Irby and Kicker make major donation to develop Block 34 Steve Irby video interview The grass is greener: Block 34 makes progress with laying of sod Drug recognition experts class held in Stillwater for the first time Local officer named top academic at drug recognition expert training Stillwater Mayor Will Joyce announces candidacy for another term Several incumbents seek re-election on opening day of filing Trotter joins Stillwater mayoral race as most county school board filings go unopposed Recorded Dec. 10, 2021 Episode permalink: https://www.studiostillwater.net/in-the-newsroom-ep32

In this week’s episode, the newsroom discusses the topics of the week and ends the show sharing what they are most thankful for this year.   Articles discussed on the show: Candlelight vigil held for National Runaway Prevention Month COVID-19 case data at city, ZIP code level available on OSDH website Oklahoma health officials are paying $3M to PR and marketing firm for COVID-19 messaging, reputation management Medical workers protest vaccine mandate Q5: Holidays 2021, Merry Main Street Visit Stillwater - Merry Main Street Merry Main Street Facebook Visit Stillwater’s Holiday Light Display Map Support local journalism and subscribe to the News Press Recorded on Nov. 19 2021 Episode permalink: https://www.studiostillwater.net/in-the-newsroom-ep31

In this episode, Beau returns to the helm of the podcast and learns Ashlynd's meme knowledge causes her to think of a Senator from Vermont instead of the OSU's legendary running back. Ashlynd and Michelle get to ride in the City's new ARFF, and a new internet service provider breaks ground on a fiber gigabit network. Chris gets passionate about hashtags used for Stillwater, and Beau announces our first listener contest. Articles mentioned on the show: Garth Brooks, Bernie Sanders outrage Long-awaited Sanders statue unveiled outside Boone Pickens Stadium Holden creates statue of legendary OSU running back Community leaders celebrate new Airport Rescue and Firefighting Apparatus New internet provider breaks ground on fiber network New Hashtag #swo and Kickoff of Shop Stillwater Holiday Season The first #stwok tweet by Dalton Parsons Give Michelle a nickname contest - email your suggestions to contact (at) studiostillwater.net or send them via social media. Recorded on November 10th, 2021 Episode permalink: https://www.studiostillwater.net/in-the-newsroom-ep30

News Press sports journalist Hallie Hart joins the newsroom to talk about the NCAA’s postseason ban on the OSU men’s basketball team. Michelle sits on the moderator spot as Beau takes a vacation. Chris and Ashlynd share stories from covering Homecoming and Hoops- Remix after walkaround.  Articles mentioned on the show: Cowboy basketball banned from postseason after NCAA declines appeal ‘Disappointed, dismayed and disgusted’: Boynton, Weiberg react to NCAA’s denial of OSU’s appeal, confirmation of postseason ban ‘Broken and flawed’: NCAA appeals process leaves OSU with unanswered questions OSU responds NCAA notice of allegation into men’s basketball program stemming from Evans' bribery case Video: Boyton tears up in frustration Elmquist: NCAA's cowardice continues to be a scourge on college athletics Update: Former OSU basketball assistant Lamont Evens pleads guilty on conspiracy charge Video: Homecoming and Hoops -remix with Desmond Mason Rex Chapman tweets support for Boynton Coach Mike Boynton encourages fans to bring the rowdy to GIA Follow Hallie Hart on Twitter Recorded Nov. 4, 2021. Episode permalink: https://www.studiostillwater.net/in-the-newsroom-ep29

In this special episode, the Newsroom welcomes former News Press intern Destinee Adams to the studio. Destinee recently co-authored an article for TIME with Zamaan Qureshi titled, 'Instagram is doing grave harm to our generation. We need help to stop it.' Hear Destinee's journey as a young person growing up in the age of social media and the struggle to present your authentic self online.   She also introduces us to #birate TikTok. But only if you want your algorithm filled with pirates. Arrggh! Articles mentioned on the show: Instagram Is Doing Grave Harm to Our Generation. We Need Help to Stop It Facebook Whistleblower Frances Haugen: The 60 Minutes Interview Facebook Knows Instagram Is Toxic for Teen Girls, Company Documents Show (paywall) Destinee’s articles for the News Press #birate TikTok Destinee and Zamaan on Morning Joe Blumenthal Questions Facebook Exec: 'Will You Commit To Ending Finsta?' Cambridge Analytica and Facebook: The Scandal and the Fallout So Far Recorded Oct. 22, 2021 Episode permalink: https://www.studiostillwater.net/in-the-newsroom-ep28

In this week’s episode, Chris takes the opportunity to interview a self-described hacktivist from Turkey who defaces multiple Oklahoma Sheriff websites. Ashlynd and Beau discuss some of the rules of journalism. The newsroom also discusses Ashlynd’s look into Oklahoma’s statute of limits laws for child sexual abuse crimes. They also tease an upcoming interview with former intern Destinee Adams who co-wrote a piece on how Instagram and social media are harming their generation. Articles mentioned in the episode: ESPN’s Adam Schefter crosses a journalistic line Multiple Oklahoma sheriff's department websites 'hacked' Missouri governor slams paper for uncovering data security flaw Original story: 
Missouri teachers’ Social Security numbers at risk on state agency’s website Destinee Adams Twitter A time stamp on justice: Could Oklahoma go further with adjustments to statute of limitations in child sexual abuse cases? Fall Stillwater Styles Time: Instagram is going grave harm to our generation. We need help to stop it. Recorded Oct. 15, 2021 Episode permalink: https://www.studiostillwater.net/in-the-newsroom-ep27

In this week’s episode, the newsroom discusses the headlines of the week. Ashlynd tells us about the state legislature’s study on expungement reform. Beau shares how Stillwater and OSU are preparing for the Afghan refugees. Chris shares some updates from the Mid South gravel cycling event, and Rob shares his thoughts on Joy Hofmeister switching parties to possibly run against Governor Stitt. Ashlynd preps to cover the Tim McGraw performance at the McKnight Center and Wally Funk’s visit to Stillwater.   Articles discussed: Advocates want to make expungement in Oklahoma much more effective OSU offers housing, enlists volunteers for Afghan refugee resettlement in Stillwater Joy Hofmeister jumps to Democratic Party, as some Republicans believe GOP left them behind VIDEO: Tim McGraw plays sold out show Friday at the McKnight Center Space Cowgirl: Wally Funk continues to inspire young girls VIDEO: Wally Funk lands in Stillwater Recorded October 8th, 2021 Episode permalink: https://www.studiostillwater.net/in-the-newsroom-ep26

In this week’s episode, we welcome new Publisher, Rob McClendon to the podcast. Rob shares how he got to Stillwater and what’s kept him here over the years. With a few digressions, the newsroom discusses the future of the Stillwater News Press. Articles mentioned on the show: Rob McClendon named publisher of the Stillwater News Press Recorded September 30th, 2021 Episode permalink: https://www.studiostillwater.net/in-the-newsroom-ep25