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Great Place to Work and Fortune Name Tactical Electronics One of the 2016 Best Workplaces in Manufacturing and Production Broken Arrow, Okla.-based Tactical Electronics is
The Lawton Fort Sill Economic Development Corporation (LED) recently announced that Lawton has been named a “Great American Defense Community” by the Association of Defense
Despite being land-locked in Mid-America, water ports play an integral role in Oklahoma’s economy. While it may come as a surprise to some, Oklahoma’s water
Communities in Oklahoma rally behind diversifying education and building a better workforce. Known as Oklahoma’s “STEM City,” Lawton is increasing student interest in STEM education
Oklahoma businesses look to expand reach worldwide with help from the Department of Commerce’s Global Division. More than 70 percent of the world’s purchasing power
Oklahoma’s plan to diversify resources will lead to more affordable, reliable and clean energy. Traditionally known as an oil and gas state, Oklahoma has switched
Company leaders from diverse industries testify to the state’s pro-business climate. When Boeing moved more than 600 jobs to Oklahoma from Long Beach, Calif., only
In early December, Boeing hosted a hiring fair in the Oklahoma City metro area — the line of applicants waiting to meet with recruiters was
Oklahoma’s transportation infrastructure continues to expand. From renovated and expanded airport terminals and concourses to improved highways and bridges, investment is flowing into Oklahoma’s transportation
OSUIT prepares Oklahoma’s students for lucrative careers in energy-related fields. A lot of states talk a good game when it comes to preparing students for
With a growing state and national reputation bolstered by increased research funding, Oklahoma State University has created a research organization focusing on the development of
Article from Tulsa World by Robert Evatt City’s tech industry might not be loud, but it’s growing When Apple released its jumbo-sized 12.9-inch iPad Pro,
Australian-based Ferra Aerospace Inc. recently held a groundbreaking in Grove, Okla., for a new 35,000-square-foot plant. The company manufactures aerospace parts, including air frame and
Oklahoma’s cost of living leads the pack Oklahoma is a great place to live. And the state’s low cost of living means you can have
Six Tulsa, Okla. companies recently announced plans to add jobs or expand their workforce in 2016, resulting in nearly 300 new positions for the Tulsa
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