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Keep Oklahoma Beautiful recognizes Stillwater’s commitment to sustainability and clean communities

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.

By Lauren King
Development / January 13, 2025

Mixed-use development Alley North to transform OKC

Pivot Project, an Oklahoma-based team of commercial real estate professionals that focus on brokerage, development and property management, plans to transform a nearly 12-acre site adjacent to Oklahoma City’s Midtown district with its new mixed-use development, Alley North. The project has been in the works since April 2022 and plans to bring significant change to OKC, blending commercial, residential and public spaces to enhance the downtown area.

By Lauren King
Member News / January 6, 2025

Shellback General Contracting prepares for new headquarters in 2025

In the competitive world of commercial construction, Shellback General Contracting stands out not only for its impressive portfolio but for its unwavering commitment to people. Headquartered in Oklahoma City, the company draws its name from the naval term "Shellback" – a title honoring sailors whose grit and skill led them across the equator.

By Chamber Staff
Inside OKC / December 30, 2024

OKC to host 2025 Sprout’s Farmer’s Market Collegiate Quad

Oklahoma City will host the 2025 Sprouts Farmers Market Collegiate Quad at Paycom Center on January 10-11, spotlighting 12 top NCAA women’s gymnastics teams in three quad meets. This event marks the second year of the Collegiate Quad and Oklahoma City’s role as a key location for high-profile gymnastics competitions.

By Lauren King
Inside OKC / December 18, 2024

Celebrate the season with science at Winter WonderLab

Science Museum Oklahoma, the state's only hands-on science museum, is debuting a new holiday experience, Winter WonderLab, on December 21-23 from 6-9 p.m. This immersive event offers a fun and interactive way for families to celebrate the season with science-based activities.

By Lauren King
Inside OKC / December 9, 2024

RAPID NW celebrates first anniversary in OKC, marking key transit milestone

As Oklahoma City continues to grow, expanding public transportation infrastructure is becoming more important. RAPID NW, the region’s first bus rapid transit service, marked its first anniversary this week and is already playing a key role in meeting the city’s growing transit needs. Serving more than 450,000 riders in its first year, RAPID NW is designed to connect major areas of the city, including workplaces, shopping centers, medical facilities, and entertainment spots.

By Chamber Staff
Economy / December 2, 2024

Echo and Russell Westbrook Enterprises invest in OKC’s future

Echo and Russell Westbrook Enterprises (RWE) are making a significant eight-figure investment in Oklahoma City’s sports and entertainment industries. Their partnership centers on the MAPS 4 Multipurpose Stadium and an entertainment district, set to transform over 40 acres near downtown OKC.

By Selena Romero
VeloCity Q&A / March 16, 2022
Dr. Andew Weyrich
President,
Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation
We were attracted to OMRF and Oklahoma City because of the people in Oklahoma and the opportunities here.
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