Oklahoma City residents and visitors are encouraged to join in celebration of the installation of the anticipated “Light as a Feather” (Taking Flight) sculpture at Scissortail Park during a dedication ceremony Dec. 21. The official dedication ceremony will begin at 5:30 p.m. with the lighting at 6 p.m. on the northeast corner of Scissortail Park, near Oklahoma City Boulevard and Robinson Avenue downtown.
A recent research report conducted by Tourism Economics found that visitors to Oklahoma City generated a total economic impact of $3.8 billion in 2021. The industry generated 31,569 jobs and contributed $311 million in state and local taxes.
The general manager of The Ellison Hotel in Oklahoma City, Matt Cowden, has been recognized as General Manager of the Year 2022 by Marriott International.
The City of Oklahoma City released the survey as a way for citizens to voice their ideas on improvements to 105 community and neighborhood parks across Oklahoma City as part of the MAPS initiative. The survey is available in English and Spanish and will remain open to the public until May 2023.
The team behind First National Center has brought life back to an iconic building and with it retailers that bring a high quality experience to all who live, work and visit downtown.
On Tuesday, October 11, 75 attendees celebrated the grand opening of Enel’s brand-new office and training center in Oklahoma City. Located at 525 11th Street in Midtown, this office and training center is a state-of-the-art space designed to support employees, the next generation of wind technicians and the surrounding community.
RIVERSPORT OKC has announced plans for a $1.4 million Oklahoma Trailhead and Bike Park project to coincide with the city’s recent expansion of its trail system. Once completed, cyclists will be able to make a 45-mile loop around Oklahoma City on paved trails, in addition to mountain bike trails and jump lines.
OKC Outlets has three new stores for shoppers this season. Windsor, Victoria’s Secret and PUMA have been added to the shopping center’s ensemble.
