Aerospace and defense creating jobs, adding millions to economy

A new report from a state agency shows Oklahoma’s aerospace and defense industry is growing and adding more jobs and millions of dollars to the economy.

Rig Report: US rig counts fall; Oklahoma unchanged

From staff reports The nation’s oil and gas rig numbers took a fall of seven leaving 583 active rigs remaining across the various oil and gas plays. Meanwhile, Oklahoma’s numbers were unchanged from the previous week, based on the Baker Hughes rig count released on Friday.

Opponents contend Caldwell bill approved by state House would result in more power for utilities

OKLAHOMA CITY – A measure that many have called a “right of first refusal” bill, but Rep. Trey Caldwell insists isn’t, won overwhelming support in a state legislative committee and passed the House of Representatives in a split vote.

CVMR/Khozan metals refinery project in Amarillo scrapped

A $1.5 billion metals refinery supposedly planned for construction in Amarillo, Texas, by Canadian corporation Chemical Vapor Metal Refining (CVMR) and its founder, Kamran Khozan, has been abandoned.

Tulsa attorney sues Westwin Elements for breach of contract

Tulsa attorney Katrina Lucas sued Westwin Elements for breach of an employment contract.Lucas and Westwin inked a sixmonth employment agreement on Oct. 10, 2022, that w as to extend to April 10, 2023, with the po tential for a one-year renewal.

Lawton Chamber luncheon to focus on housing

From staff reports Lawton residents can learn more about housing in the community at the Lawton-Fort Sill Chamber of Commerce’s upcoming State of Housing Luncheon.The event is set for noon April 22 at the Lawton Country Club, 4601 W. Gore Blvd.

Wait times may increase at Lawton’s utility kiosk

LAWTON – Residents planning a visit to the utility payment drive-through at City Hall should be aware that your wait may increase at certain times because of higher traffic.