With the light snow falling outside the state Capitol yesterday, it was an historic day for Oklahoma as Mary Fallin was sworn in, becoming the state's 27th governor and the first female to ever hold the position. In the Republican-dominated elections last November, Fallin won 60 percent of the vote to succeed popular Democrat Brad Henry, unable to seek a third term due to term limits. She will be just the 4th Republican to serve in Oklahoma's highest office since statehood.

The inauguration ceremony drew a crowd of about 1,200, smaller than anticipated due to the cold. In her speech, Fallin addressed issues of the state economy, education, budget problems and tax incentives for businesses, among other things. "It is crystal clear in my mind from my experience as a public official that we do not need more government; what we need is better government," she said. "My administration will be focused on creating jobs, growing our state economy, not our state government."

Read the full text of Fallin's inauguration remarks.

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It looks like Kat was able to stump everyone with her submission last week. Kat says that was taken at NW 63rd and Kelley at the Oklahoma National Guard Regional Training Institute. Here's a new one for this week that shouldn't give you too much trouble. It's not a great picture due to the lighting, but do you know where in the metro it was taken? Post your guesses below.

Remember that you can participate as well. If you have an image of a spot in Oklahoma City, just send it my way and identify it as "Where in the Metro."

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For the Oklahoma City area, it won't be anything like what we saw a little over a year ago when everyone in the metro was iced in, but two winter storms will hit the state on Sunday and Monday, potentially creating some hazardous conditions. First, there will be the extreme cold. Wind chills are expected to dip below zero, so you'll want to make sure your home is winterized to handle it.

And sometimes, smaller amounts of precipitation can be worse in that drivers can have a false sense of security. To be safe, make sure you're aware of the area snow routes and check current road conditions along your route. Remember that bridges and overpasses ice first and that you should always apply brakes with slow and steady pressure in winter conditions.  AAA Oklahoma also recommends bringing a car emergency kit just in case.

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Some winter weather is coming, it appears, but not until Monday. Get out and enjoy the weekend at events such as the Celebrity Attractions production of "Burn the Floor" at the Civic Center Music Hall. The Latin and Ballroom dance drama spectacular has wowed Broadway audiences for more than 30 years and now comes to Oklahoma City, a show intended for audience members 12 and older due to some suggestive dancing.

Five performances remain this weekend, Friday night followed by matinee and evening productions on both Saturday and Sunday. Tickets, ranging from about $18-55 depending on seating location, can be purchased online or by calling (800) 869-1451.

Elsewhere around OKC...

• The Cox Convention Center is the site for the Redland Rendezvous Volleyball Tournament both Saturday and Sunday. See the official site for more information.
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