In this month’s Leadership Notes, Chamber President and CEO Christy Gillenwater reflects on the 30th anniversary of the Oklahoma City bombing and the enduring impact of the Oklahoma Standard.
On April 19, 1995, a devastating act of domestic terrorism shook Oklahoma City to its core. A bomb exploded at the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building, killing 168 people and injuring hundreds more. The emotional toll was immeasurable, and the physical destruction was widespread. For a time, the future of downtown OKC stood in uncertainty.
The Oklahoma City Convention Center has added a new artwork to its space, due to a public art partnership with the Oklahoma City Museum of Art (OKCMOA). Local artist Ernesto Sanchez’s large-scale oil painting, Massive Communication, now hangs on the third floor of the venue as part of the initiative.
The 2025 Downtown Home Tour, hosted by Downtown Oklahoma City Partnership and the Downtown Business Improvement District, will take place Sunday, April 6, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The Oklahoma City Council recently approved contracts with Flintco and Mortenson to manage construction of the city’s new arena, future home of the OKC Thunder.
As the new year begins, Oklahoma City is set for exciting growth. While several districts have recently completed major developments, many others are on the brink of new projects to further enhance the city’s vibrancy and drive expansion.
OKC for Soccer | OKC es Fútbol, the initiative for reimagining professional soccer in Oklahoma City, launched its “Name the Team!” campaign to give fans a central role in shaping the identity of the club.
Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt was featured in Smart Cities Dive in an article titled, "How an Oklahoma City sales tax fuels the city’s ‘renaissance.’" The article explores the transformative impact of Oklahoma City’s MAPS initiative, particularly MAPS 4, which has been pivotal in the city’s progress.
