News & Updates

UPWARD TRANSITIONS’ CEO HONORED AS ONE OF 2026 MOST ADMIRED CEOS

Monday, April 27, 2026

The Journal Record will host an awards dinner for 2026's Oklahoma's Most Admired CEOs and The Financial Stewardship Award on Monday, April 27th at the Skirvin.

Daniel Coleman of Principle Choice Solutions named Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2026 Mid-Atlantic finalist by EY US

Thursday, April 23, 2026

Being named a finalist recognizes Daniel Coleman’s entrepreneurial leadership and places Principle Choice Solutions among organizations driving meaningful growth and impact. 

Kirkpatrick Bank announces leadership transition

Thursday, April 23, 2026

Edmond-based Kirkpatrick Bank announces Kyle Powell as its next President and CEO. George Drew, who has been President and CEO for 19 years, will transition to Vice Chairman of the bank’s holding company board, Kirkpatrick Bancorp, Inc. effective May 1. Powell has been with Kirkpatrick Bank for more than 13 years and currently holds the role of

Chamber launches regional education and workforce strategy with CivicLab

Thursday, April 23, 2026

The Greater Oklahoma City Chamber has officially launched a new effort to better align education and workforce systems across the region, partnering with CivicLab to develop a five-year strategic plan focused on strengthening the talent pipeline. The effort comes as Oklahoma City continues to experience economic growth and increasing demand for skilled

Candor Rebrands as Honeymoon

Tuesday, April 21, 2026

Candor, Oklahomas premier PR and integrated marketing firm, is rebranding as Honeymoon.

CHRISTIAN KEESEE NAMED UPWARD TRANSITIONS' 2026 INSPIRING HOPE AWARD RECIPIENT

Monday, April 13, 2026

Nationally recognized philanthropist, Christian Keesee, to be honored at Upward Transitions' annual gala: American Tourist 2026: British Invasion on May 8, 2026, at the Downtown Oklahoma City Skirvin Hotel.

Harrrah's Oklahoma officially opens in Chandler

Friday, April 10, 2026

Chandler, Okla. (April 9, 2026) — Harrah’s Oklahoma is officially open, marking the first Caesars Entertainment-managed property in the state and a new destination for tourism and entertainment in Oklahoma. Developed in partnership with the Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, the casino celebrated its grand opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony featuring

UFL selects Oklahoma City for expansion team, anchoring MAPS 4 stadium debut

Friday, April 10, 2026

Oklahoma City will add a new professional sports franchise in 2028, as the United Football League announced plans to place an expansion team in the city. The team will begin play in spring 2028 and serve as a primary tenant of the MAPS 4 multipurpose stadium, which is currently under construction in downtown Oklahoma City and expected to open that same
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