News & Updates

OKC Chamber begins project to unify education and workforce development

Friday, May 1, 2026

The Greater Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce is bringing systems together to connect individuals with a streamlined workforce path, aiming to change broad education outcomes in the state. Formed in 2012 as a project of the nonprofit Community Education Coalition, Civic Lab is working to advance civic collaboration. Their practice is to look at what makes

Harrah's Bringing New Energy to Route 66

Friday, May 1, 2026

Harrah’s Oklahoma officially opens its doors in Chandler, marking a significant milestone for both the state’s gaming industry and the broader regional economy. Operated by Caesars Entertainment in partnership with the Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, the new destination is the first Caesars-managed property in the state, and it arrives with momentum.

Canadian clean-tech firm selects Oklahoma City for U.S. headquarters

Tuesday, April 28, 2026

A Canadian clean technology company has established its U.S. headquarters in Oklahoma City, reinforcing the region’s role as a hub for energy innovation as the industry continues to evolve. Kathairos Solutions formally opened its U.S. office in August 2025 in the historic Pontiac Building in Automobile Alley, placing its American operations near

Lower grocery costs add to Oklahoma’s affordability edge

Tuesday, April 28, 2026

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. That puts Oklahoma just behind

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.

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.

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