Oklahoma leads the nation in profit per employee among Fortune 500 companies, according to a DoFollow report using data from the 2024 Fortune 500 rankings.
Results for America has named Oklahoma City one of 21 new cities across the Americas to receive the Bloomberg Philanthropies What Works Cities Certification. The certification recognizes cities that effectively use data to shape policy, allocate resources, improve services, evaluate programs and engage residents.
The Rose State College Office of Career Development will host a dedicated career support event for federal government employees impacted by recent layoffs on Monday, March 10, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Jeanie Webb Student Union, FNB Community Bank Ballroom (1910 Hudiburg Drive, Midwest City, OK 73110).
Oklahoma City is gaining national recognition, with top travel publications highlighting its cultural and entertainment offerings. The Horizons District, home to the First Americans Museum (FAM) and the OKANA Resort and Indoor Waterpark, has been a focal point in these features. Both attractions, operated by the Chickasaw Nation, provide a mix of history, entertainment and family-friendly activities.
Oklahoma ranked ninth in the nation for the annual cost of raising a child, making it one of the more affordable states in the United States. The estimated annual cost to raise a child in Oklahoma is $19,535, according to data compiled by Visual Capitalist. This places the state at 42nd on the list, since the article rankings are listed from most to least expensive.
At the 34th Annual Environmental Excellence Celebration, the City of Stillwater was honored with the Affiliate of the Year award by Keep Oklahoma Beautiful. This recognition celebrated the efforts of the Waste Management Department and Watershed Quality Division, commending their dedication to cleanup initiatives, community engagement and exceptional service and structure.
Tommy Bahama is set to debut its first Oklahoma location with the opening of the Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar at OAK in Oklahoma City on October 30. The 8,000-square-foot space features an indoor-outdoor dining patio and an adjoining retail shop with men’s and women’s sportswear, active wear, swim collections and home décor.
To help businesses in the Greater Oklahoma City region access the talent they need to grow, succeed and sustain a national presence, the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber helped establish Oklahoma’s first chapter of the Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME) program. This national program combines academics and hands-on training to equip students with the skills needed for high-demand, globally competitive manufacturing careers.
