Policy

Chamber priorities seeing progress in legislative session

As Oklahoma’s legislative session continues, several of the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber’s top priorities are taking shape at the Capitol.

By Chamber Staff

Inside OKC / April 20, 2026

Festival of the Arts returns to downtown OKC for 60th year

One of Oklahoma City’s longest-running traditions returns this week as the 60th annual Festival of the Arts takes over downtown. Hosted by the Arts Council Oklahoma City, the four-day event runs April 23–26 at Bicentennial Park, transforming the area into a hub for visual art, live performances and local flavor.

By Chamber Staff

Economy / April 17, 2026

Lower grocery costs add to Oklahoma’s affordability edge

Everyday expenses like groceries are one of the clearest ways people feel the cost of living — and in Oklahoma, those costs remain among the lowest in the country. New data from Visual Capitalist shows grocery prices in Oklahoma are about 4.6% below the national average, ranking the state third-lowest nationwide.

By Chamber Staff

Economy / April 17, 2026

New partnership with Taiwan group expands OKC’s global business ties

The Greater Oklahoma City Chamber formalized a new international partnership March 30, signing a memorandum of understanding with the Importers and Exporters Association of Taipei (IEAT) to strengthen trade and business collaboration between Oklahoma City and Taiwan.

By Chamber Staff

Economy / April 16, 2026

Oklahoma connections span production to recovery in Artemis II mission

As NASA completed the Artemis II mission, Oklahoma’s role in the historic flight showed up at both the beginning and the end — from the systems that helped power the mission to the team that welcomed astronauts back to Earth.

By Chamber Staff

Policy / April 15, 2026

Leadership Notes: Strengthening the foundation for long-term workforce success

Oklahoma City’s growth reflects decades of intentional investment, strong partnerships and a clear focus on building a competitive and resilient economy. As that momentum continues, our responsibility is to ensure the region’s workforce keeps pace with the opportunities being created.

By Christy Gillenwater

Lifestyle / April 14, 2026

Where to watch the OKC Memorial Marathon — and how to make the most of race day

The Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon is coming up, and you don't have to run a step to be part of it. Spectators are a core part of the race experience. Their energy keeps runners moving through 26.2 miles of city streets. Whether you're tracking a friend, bringing the family or just want to soak in one of OKC's biggest days of the year, here's where to be.

Development / April 13, 2026

New homes rise in Capitol Hill as neighborhood investment continues

At SW 26th Street and Robinson Avenue, construction is underway on four new single-family homes, part of an effort to expand affordable homeownership while continuing the neighborhood’s recent momentum.

By Chamber Staff