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CEDC wins tourism awards

News Staff
Tuesday, June 20, 2023
CHICKASHA — The Chickasha Economic Development Council was recognized recently at the Redbud Awards for its tourism initiatives in 2022.
Barry Ezerski and Pam Marion. PROVIDED

Barry Ezerski and Pam Marion. PROVIDED

Lawton real estate group ranks 6th in national list

News Staff
Tuesday, June 20, 2023
Lawton-based real estate agency Pam & Barry’s Team – RE/MAX Professionals recently ranked 6th in a June 9 nationwide list. The Thousand is an annually published list by RealTrends and Tom Ferry which ranks the most successful real estate agents and teams by both volume and transactions.
From the left, Cache City Clerk/Treasurer Rhoda Thomas and Councilman Flint Runyan, Councilman Ken Lyon, Mayor Scott Brown, Councilman Steve Red Elk and Councilman Mark Hill Sr. hear a discussion during the council’s June 12 meeting. The council did not act on a proposal to eliminate the city’s fee for fireworks permits. ERIC SWANSON | SOUTHWEST LEDGER

From the left, Cache City Clerk/Treasurer Rhoda Thomas and Councilman Flint Runyan, Councilman Ken Lyon, Mayor Scott Brown, Councilman Steve Red Elk and Councilman Mark Hill Sr. hear a discussion during the council’s June 12 meeting. The council did not act on a proposal to eliminate the city’s fee for fireworks permits. ERIC SWANSON | SOUTHWEST LEDGER

Cache to retain fee for fireworks permits

Eric Swanson
Tuesday, June 20, 2023
CACHE — Cache’s fee for fireworks permits will remain in place. The Cache City Council debated whether to abolish the fee June 12 but did not take action, leaving the fee intact.
Tanya S. Bryant

Tanya S. Bryant

Employing Minors – Key Points ahead of the Summer Rush

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023
With summer fast approaching, employers will likely see an influx of applications for minors seeking summer jobs. While employing minors is a common trend for many businesses throughout the year, there are some key points that are helpful to understand for current or future employment of minors.

New commission designed to aid workforce development

News Staff
Tuesday, June 20, 2023
New legislation signed into law by Governor Kevin Stitt created a new commission which will direct the state’s workforce development strategy and initiatives. The Oklahoma Workforce Commission will be led by private sector business executives. Senate Bill 621, authored by Sen.
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