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RSU proposes accelerated three-year workforce development degree
The program would offer options in automation manufacturing and digital systems, and cyber defense and digital forensics.
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Luke Reynolds serves as Public Affairs Director for the State Chamber of Oklahoma, where he leads strategic communications and advocacy initiatives to advance pro-business policies and strengthen Oklahoma’s economic climate. In this role, Luke crafts compelling narratives on complex legislative issues, manages editorial content for Oklahoma Business Voice, and collaborates closely with government affairs leaders to amplify the voice of Oklahoma’s business community at the Capitol.
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Rausch Companies names Josh Carson president and COO
Carson will oversee daily operations across the company’s real estate, development, investment, and energy businesses.
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Consumer prices fell 0.4% in June as energy costs declined
Annual inflation eased to 3.5%, while core prices were unchanged from May.
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Boeing delivered 206 commercial and defense aircraft in second quarter
The company reported 171 commercial airplane deliveries and 35 defense, space, and security deliveries during the quarter.
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Caprock acquisition of Venturi establishes Oklahoma City presence
Venturi Private Wealth manages approximately $4 billion in client assets and has offices in Oklahoma City and Austin.
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Oklahoma reaches nearly $44 million settlement in poultry litter pollution lawsuit
The agreement would resolve a 21-year case over pollution in the Illinois River Watershed, though Gov. Kevin Stitt criticized the settlement and the litigation’s impact on poultry growers.
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Dustin Hilliary wants Oklahoma to think bigger
The State Chamber’s new chair built a broadband company in rural Oklahoma, helped negotiate the state budget, and is pushing for a more competitive future built on innovation, investment, and engagement.
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Manna launches U.S. drone delivery expansion in Tulsa
The Ireland-based autonomous drone delivery company expects to create more than 1,000 jobs in Tulsa over the next three years.
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ADP: Summer hiring remains active, but young workers face tougher labor market
Teen unemployment reached 14.6% in June, while pay growth for young workers returned to a more normal pace after post-pandemic spikes.
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Express survey: Employers plan to hire, but nearly half cannot fill open roles
The Oklahoma City-based staffing company said hiring managers remain optimistic, even as talent shortages, AI, and economic uncertainty complicate workforce planning.