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Stitt Orders Outcomes Focus, Tenure Changes in Higher Education
EOs direct data‑driven funding, 90‑hour degree study, and accountability in faculty employment.
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Right to Start, More Perfect Praise Stitt’s Startup Push
Right to Start and More Perfect back Stitt’s order establishing a Chief Entrepreneurial Officer and a one‑stop portal for founders. The plan targets $1 filings, early‑stage tax relief, and better access to state contracts.
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U.S. Hiring Slows to Start 2026, ADP Report Shows
Hiring slowed sharply in January, with health care gains offset by continued losses in manufacturing and professional services, according to ADP’s latest employment report.
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Inside Junior Achievement: Building Oklahoma’s Workforce Before the First Job
At JA BizTown, sixth graders aren’t just visiting a classroom—they’re practicing the skills Oklahoma employers say matter most.
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State Chamber, Sen. Ally Seifried Spotlight Advanced Manufacturing at MST Manufacturing
A tour of MST Manufacturing showcased how workforce training and automation are powering job growth in Claremore and beyond.
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Mecad Picks Port of Catoosa for U.S. HQ, Brings 300 Jobs
Mecad USA plans nearly 300 jobs at a new U.S. headquarters and manufacturing facility at the Tulsa Port of Catoosa, citing energy policy and infrastructure advantages.
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Committee Spotlight: Kermit Frank on Building Oklahoma’s Infrastructure for Growth
The State Chamber’s Infrastructure Committee chair discusses how long-term planning, investment, and policy keep Oklahoma’s economy moving.
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Stitt’s final State of the State: “Not done yet,” with a New Push for Spending Caps, Tax Changes and Education Reforms
In remarks heavy on fiscal policy and education reforms, Stitt argued Oklahoma’s competitiveness hinges on spending restraint, workforce readiness, and “secur[ing] our state’s future.”
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Devon, Coterra Announce $58B Merger
$58B all-stock deal creates a premier shale operator while maintaining a significant Oklahoma City presence.
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Trump Taps Kevin Warsh to Lead Federal Reserve
President Donald Trump said Friday he will nominate former Federal Reserve governor Kevin Warsh to serve as the next chair of the Federal Reserve.