Food

Thanks to a federal program, TPS will expand an already-existing meal program to all students.

The number of cattle and calves in Oklahoma is up in the new year, according to the latest U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Cattle Survey, but shoppers still might see differences at the grocery store.

Cooks Venture is shutting down its operations and facilities in eastern Oklahoma and in northwest Arkansas.

There are several organizations in Oklahoma working to serve the new Afghan refugee population that arrived two years ago. One of the largest struggles they face is to provide one of the most basic resources—food.

The food insecurity grant will be funded by an allocation of recovery funds from the American Rescue Plan Act.

"Engrossing.... A fascinating reflection on the connection between food, place, and what flavors mean to the people who prepare them and those who travel to seek them out." -- Travel + Leisure

The numbers are alarming -- about 10.2% of American households are food insecure, and about 15.6% Oklahoma households are food insecure.

Here's an engrossing, foodie-friendly road trip along Route 66...with plenty of stops at diners, supper clubs, and roadside stands; the book also describes how and why such venues came and went over the years...and even offers kitchen-tested recipes from various historic eateries along the way.

Purdy is also the host of The Good Clean Nutrition Podcast.

"Science writing at its best: big ideas, wild and often hilarious stories from the field, and deft explanations. [This book] will reshape what you thought you knew about how our metabolisms work." -- Alex Hutchinson, author of "Endure"