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KGOU Earns Awards from SPJ
 The Oklahoma Pro Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists celebrated the best in Oklahoma journalism January 31 with its annual awards banquet. KGOU earned eight of 12 awards presented in radio categories, including First Place in General News Reporting, Interview/Talk Show, and Feature categories. And, the KGOU e-Newsletter was awarded First Place in the newsletter category. See the complete list on our Awards page. Congratulations to all!
100 Days: On the Road in Troubled Times
 The first 100 days of any presidency are considered a yardstick for what can be accomplished in a first term. To mark this crucial period, NPR has launched its own "100 Days" project – a road trip around the United States.
From Americans along the way – ice fishermen, auto suppliers, bankers, farmers, parents, retirees, college students, and others – reports will focus on the decisions they’re facing, and how the economy has affected their plans and hopes. Listen to the installments that have aired so far, and stay tuned!
February Specials Feature Black History, Presidential Themes
KGOU's Sunday Radio Matinee will feature special programs around African American themes this month, from the science of race, to music, to radio drama. Be sure to tune in for these:
Drawing for e-Newsletter Subscribers!
Free Admission to Harlem Renaissance at OKCMOA  If you enjoyed KGOU News Director Kurt Gwartney's Oklahoma Voices feature on this new exhibit at the Oklahoma City Museum of Art, we thought you might enjoy seeing it for yourself. We have a few pairs of free passes to give away in a drawing on Monday, February 9. Fill in our online entry form before then to enter.
2008 Tax Receipts In the Mail
Tax receipts were sent in the mail at the end of January for contributions to KGOU made during the 2008 calendar year. Receipts for membership and the capital campaign are coming separately. Most donations are tax deductible, but please consult your tax advisor. If you feel an error was made in your tax receipt or did not receive yours, contact Membership Director Laura Knoll at (405) 325-0022 or at membership@kgou.org.
Highlights from the Networks:
WESun Monthlong Focus for February: Charles Darwin
 February 2009 marks both the 150th anniversary of the publication of The Origin of Species and the 200th birthday of its author, Charles Darwin. To mark the anniversaries, the NPR science desk and Weekend Edition Sunday are featuring a number of stories looking at the social and the scientific impact of the book and the man. Hear the first of the series, on the influences that shaped Darwin and his work, and tune in this Sunday, February 8, for a look at attitudes toward Darwin the world over.
Your Family May Once Have Been A Different Color
 The color of your skin, according to experts, is very probably not the same color your ancient ancestors had, even as few as 100 generations back. In this report from February 2, Robert Krulwich explains how humans have adapted to differing amounts of ultraviolet light in different parts of the globe through skin pigmentation. Hear this story, which is among the most recommended and most commented upon at NPR.org.
Thirty Things I Believe ~ A Child's Essay
 Seven-year-old Tarak McLain wrote about his beliefs last year, when he was in Kindergarten. First on his list of beliefs: Life is good. Tarak has a way with words and a wisdom beyond his years. Hear his essay, pass it on, and join the hundreds of listeners who have recommended it on NPR.org.
Listening Is Powerful Medicine
Physician Alicia Conill says doctors typically interrupt their patients after about 18 seconds, but one particular patient did not hesitate to set her straight and slow her down. She believes simply listening to a patient's story is key to diagnosis and healing. Her essay from Weekend Edition Sunday, February 1 is archived at NPR.org.
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Since 2005, Ari has been reporting on the Department of Justice and national legal affairs for NPR, frequently contributing reports on controversial legal issues including domestic surveillance, interrogation policies, access to federal courts by enemy combatants, and abuses of Iraqi detainees at Abu Ghraib prison.
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