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The Oklahoma Department of Commerce and OKC Chamber of Commerce were part of an agreement with Taipei and the near-future establishment of a liaison office to enhance bilateral trade and investment. bit.ly/4lXuvoQ

Oklahoma ranks 47th nationally in literacy with only 23% of fourth graders proficient in reading, prompting legislative efforts to boost education funding and teacher pay. bit.ly/4lXhBHq

Nearly half of Oklahoma City homes were built before 1985, with many older homes requiring costly maintenance, according to a Construction Coverage study. journalrecord.com/2026/03/30/hal…

The Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry is accepting applications for the 2026-27 Oklahoma Agriculture Youth Council leadership program. bit.ly/4lX4cPA

The Thunder Community Foundation in Oklahoma City offers an online auction of signed memorabilia to support youth programs across the state. bit.ly/41D7jTs

⚠️ Register today for our Oklahoma’s Most Admired CEOs event! ⚠️ This can’t-miss celebration honors talented business and nonprofit leaders throughout our state. Registration 🔗: bit.ly/4sx6CHb

The Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders will perform live at the Tulsa Theater, featuring choreography, auditions, and fan interaction on their tour. bit.ly/4caHccF

The University of Central Oklahoma appointed Jill van Egmond as vice president and general counsel, bringing extensive legal experience to its executive team. bit.ly/4bT44fj

Gov. Kevin Stitt appointed Alan Armstrong, former Williams Companies CEO, to replace Markwayne Mullin in the U.S. Senate. bit.ly/4ddPWQg

Harold Hamm and Continental Resources partner with Oklahoma City Thunder on a 15-year naming rights deal for the new Continental Coliseum arena. bit.ly/4s4ymSG

Oklahoma City plans to expand the Core to Shore tax increment financing districts, adding new areas including Capitol Hill and increasing the budget to $528 million. bit.ly/4sDm0lg

The city of Stillwater approved a $1.835 million renovation of Strickland Park ballfields to enhance youth sports and boost regional tournament tourism. bit.ly/3PC4jnH

7 Brew Coffee is expanding with a second drive-thru location in Edmond, expected to open in 2026 and create about 50 new jobs. bit.ly/4lU00jz

Dangerous food recalls rise 36.4% due to contamination and better detection. Oklahoma ranks 33rd nationally, reflecting population and supply chain factors. bit.ly/4bSXbe7

Project Anthem data center in east Tulsa faces community concerns over water use, pollution, and transparency amid expansion plans. bit.ly/3POldiW

The Oklahoma Legislature advanced bills on State Board of Education changes, property tax limits and welfare benefits. bit.ly/4s3yGRF

Lufthansa Technik Component Services opens a 25,000-square-foot facility in Tulsa, expanding its aircraft component maintenance and overhaul operations. bit.ly/4lSIcp0

Unilever shareholders would gain a majority stake in a proposed tax-efficient deal combining its food business with McCormick, sources say. bit.ly/3Q4tIGF

Boys & Girls Clubs of Oklahoma County offers summer programs starting June 1 for $5 per child, providing safe activities and care for ages 6–18. bit.ly/4m0UcFi

Gov. Kevin Stitt touts Oklahoma's $14 billion investments and business-friendly policies while denying interest in a Senate run after his governorship. bit.ly/4t44o1K