Chickasha sales tax receipts top $1.5M for first time

CHICKASHA – City sales tax collections exceeded $1.5 million in a single reporting period for the first time in the community’s history, the Economic Development Council announced.

Chickasha Chamber of Commerce announces 6-week ‘Festival of Freedom’

The Chickasha Festival of Freedom, a communitywide celebration starting Memorial Day weekend and continuing through the July 4th weekend, will showcase Chickasha’s patriotic spirit as the United States celebrates its 250th birthday.

Chickasha flag dedication ceremony set for May 22

CHICKASHA – A flag dedication ceremony will be held at 8:30 a.m. Friday at City Hall, and active-duty military members, veterans, and the entire community are invited.

International Paper declares quarterly dividend

MEMPHIS, TN – International Paper declared a quarterly dividend of $0.4625 per share for the period from April 1 to June 30.The dividend is inclusive, on the common stock, par value $1.00 of the Company, payable on June 12 to holders of record at the close of business on May 22.

Murphy USA Inc. announces dividend increase

EL DORADO, AR. – The Board of Directors of Murphy USA Inc. recently declared a quarterly cash dividend on the Common Stock of Murphy USA Inc. of $0.64 per share.This represents an increase of 28% from the Q2 2025 dividend. The dividend is payable on June 1 to stockholders of record as of May 18.

Lockheed Martin declares Q2 2026 dividend

BETHESDA, MD – The Lockheed Martin Corporation’s board of directors has authorized a second quarter 2026 dividend of $3.45 per share.The dividend is payable on June 26 to holders of record as of the close of business on June 1.

New Law Targets Nitrous Oxide Misuse in Oklahoma

OKLAHOMA CITY – A new law that clamps down on the use of nitrous oxide passed the Legislature this year and was recently signed by Gov. Kevin Stitt.The law could help prevent the misuse of the chemical also known as laughing gas. Written by state Rep.

DAEDF commits $800K to future of Simmons Center

The Duncan Area Economic Development Foundation announced an $800,000 commitment to the Simmons Center, using funds the foundation has generated through its building program.