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What made October’s jobs report a “blowout”?
Economists polled by Reuters expected U.S. employers to add 65,000 jobs in October. They missed by 100,000. When the Bureau of Labor Statistics released…
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700+
Jobs planned through Greenheck’s Owasso expansion over five years.
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Harold Hamm’s commitment to OU health research and workforce development.
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Since Oklahoma voters approved right to work.
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High Plains graduates hired by NextEra since 2023.
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Walmart brings new Supercenter to northwest Oklahoma City
The roughly 175,000-square-foot store near Rockwell Avenue and the Kilpatrick Turnpike adds groceries, retail, and services to Deercrest Marketplace.
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Hilbert urges follow-through on reading reforms as Valliant highlights OLI support
At an Oct. 29 briefing, educators detailed teacher training and early reading intervention, including the Oklahoma Literacy Initiative’s work in Valliant.
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Oklahoma Technology Alliance to host Tulsa tech trip Nov. 4-5
Visits to drone testing labs, university research centers, and Greenwood will give Oklahoma companies a closer look at the technology being developed in Tulsa and opportunities to work together.
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A degree, sooner
Oklahoma approved four bachelor’s programs requiring fewer credits. Rep. Ryan Eaves explains why he pushed for the change—and what he wants to see next.
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District attorneys honor Gollihare with ‘Heavy Hitter’ award
The Kellyville senator was recognized for legislation addressing victim protections and rural prosecutor recruitment.
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One flight closer
United’s new nonstop between Oklahoma City and San Francisco could make it easier to connect Oklahoma businesses with investors, customers, and talent. The opportunity runs both ways.
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