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Oklahoma Gov. Mary Fallin signs order for panel on developmental disabilities
By MIKE AVERILL World Staff Writer
"Our hope is the Blue Ribbon Panel will expedite the process for the growing number of individuals needing our service," Jordan said. "By receiving services provided by agencies like the Bridges Foundation, individuals with developmental disabilities will gain greater opportunities for self-sufficiency and independence."

Ten local finalists up for Oklahoma Nonprofit Excellence Awards
By MIKE AVERILL World Staff Writer
The awards honor nonprofit organizations for their excellence in eight categories: arts and humanities, community, education, health services, self-sufficiency, seniors, sports and recreation, and youth development. Local finalists are Tulsa Town Hall, the Oklahoma Center for Community and Justice, Junior Achievement of Oklahoma, Tulsa Educare, the Little Light House, the Oklahoma Caring Foundation, Bridge's Foundation, Saint Simeon's, YWCA Tulsa and the Tulsa Air and Space Museum & Planetarium.













