Oklahoma City

Study reveals Bricktown’s $1.4 billion economic impact to OKC

Tuesday, November 28, 2023

A new study is highlighting Bricktown's pivotal role as a vibrant "live, work, and play" district. This study, conducted by The Thorberg Collectorate and led by Chief Economist Russell Evans, reveals Bricktown's staggering $1.4 billion impact. Oklahoma City's Bricktown Association, in collaboration with the City of Oklahoma City, commissioned the impact

OKCPS launches new initiative to foster community connections, boost student success

Friday, November 24, 2023

In an effort to strengthen community ties and enhance educational experiences, Oklahoma City Public Schools (OKCPS) recently hosted a Community and Family Engagement (CAFÉ) event at John Marshall Enterprise High School. This event marked a significant step in the implementation of the School Connect initiative, a new community partnership model. The

Pratt & Whitney's $870 million sustainment contract boosts Oklahoma City's aerospace hub status

Monday, November 20, 2023

Pratt & Whitney has secured a long-term TF33 engine sustainment contract valued at up to $870 million, solidifying Tinker Air Force Base’s crucial role in aerospace and defense operations. The TF33 engine is a powerhouse that propels various aircraft, including the iconic Boeing B-52 Stratofortress and the E-3 Sentry. The Defense Logistics

Annual economic impact of the Oklahoma City arena estimated at $590 million

Wednesday, November 15, 2023

A study also estimates the impact of construction of the new arena, which would generate more than $1.3 billion during the construction period and support more than 10,000 jobs. You can read this entire article on VeloCityOKC.com.

Progress and challenges in Oklahoma County criminal justice reform

Monday, November 13, 2023

In 2015, the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber, in partnership with local leaders, embarked on a transformative journey. Recognizing the need for change within the criminal justice system, we established the Oklahoma County Criminal Justice Reform Task. The task force's purpose was clear: assess the existing system, devise strategies to reduce jail population

Surges in jobs and R&D spending propel OKC to bioscience powerhouse

Monday, October 9, 2023

The Greater Oklahoma City’s biosciences cluster has made significant progress over the last two decades to become one of the region’s growth sectors, employing about 31,000 people and spending $316 million annually on research and development. Those are just a few of the key findings in a recent study for the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber by

Community coalition launches campaign for new Oklahoma City arena

Thursday, September 28, 2023

A community coalition led by Mayor David Holt and Greater Oklahoma City Chamber Chairman Sean Trauschke launched the Keep OKC Big League campaign today to support extending Oklahoma City’s temporary one-cent sales tax to build a new arena in downtown Oklahoma City. “Our community has a very clear choice on December 12,” said Mayor David

World class storytelling the goal of Prairie Surf’s new creative division

Tuesday, September 26, 2023

Prairie Surf Media has been a trailblazing force in Oklahoma's film industry since its inception. Founders Matt Payne and Rachel Cannon have built a logistical one-stop-shop for movie makers in their downtown Oklahoma City studio, with soundstages, offices, production support and preferred vendors all under one roof. Now they’re expanding their
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