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The Red Chickz, the fast-casual brand of Nashville hot chicken with a California twist, has announced its expansion into Oklahoma. (Photo/The Red Chickz)

Oklahoma franchise growth among highest in U.S. for 2025

Oklahoma franchise output is projected to hit $12.6B in 2025, among the highest U.S. growth rates, according to a new IFA report.

Jesse McCool, founder and former CEO of Wheeler Bio, is taking on a new role as the COO of Our Blood Institute. (Photo provided by GreenSmith PR)

Wheeler Bio founder looks to boost R&D in new role with Our Blood Institute
Betting kiosks are seen at the MGM National Harbor sportsbook in Oxon Hill, Md. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

Oklahoma sports betting bills clear committee

Energy

Well Done Foundation Founder Curtis Shuck returns to an orphan well in northern Montana that inspired his crusade to heal the environment “one well at a time.” (Photo provided by the Well Done Foundation)

Career oilman takes on industry’s orphan wells

A Montana man’s discovery sparked a nonprofit’s mission to plug orphan wells, now tackling 100+ in Oklahoma with federal aid.

Tribal

Choctaw Freedmen Citizenship Footprints

OHS grants $12,512 for Choctaw Freedmen documentary project

The Oklahoma Historical Society awarded Choctaw Freedmen Citizenship Footprints $12,512 to preserve Freedmen history through a new documentary project.

Capitol

Betting kiosks are seen at the MGM National Harbor sportsbook in Oxon Hill, Md. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

Oklahoma sports betting bills clear committee

Two House bills advancing sports betting in Oklahoma move to the Senate with tribal exclusivity and potential $42M revenue impact.

Banking/Finance

The Red Chickz, the fast-casual brand of Nashville hot chicken with a California twist, has announced its expansion into Oklahoma. (Photo/The Red Chickz)

Oklahoma franchise growth among highest in U.S. for 2025

Oklahoma franchise output is projected to hit $12.6B in 2025, among the highest U.S. growth rates, according to a new IFA report.

Law

Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond (AP file photo/Sue Ogrocki)

Drummond urges denial of clemency for Hanson

AG Gentner Drummond urges denial of clemency for George John Hanson, convicted in the 1999 murders of Mary Bowles and Jerald Thurman.

Special Publications

Power List: HR Leaders 2025

The Journal Record’s Power List: HR Leaders 2025 recognizes professionals who are shaping workplace culture, driving talent development and navigating the evolving world of work in Oklahoma.

Briefs

People on the Move

Opinion

EVENTS

2025 Oklahoma’s Most Admired CEOs

April 28th, 2025 | 6:00 PM

Celebrating the Most Admired CEOs and exceptional individuals in financial stewardship.

2025 Achievers Under 40

May 15th, 2025 | 5:00 PM

Honoring individuals under 40 across all industries who are making a difference in their professions and the community.

Empowering Women

August 21st, 2025 | 5:00 PM

The Empowering Women awards shine a light on companies and organizations that have demonstrated tangible efforts to supporting and elevating[...]

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Real Estate

Habitat for Humanity celebrates 500th roof donated by Malarkey Roofing Products

OKC introduces ordinance for accessory dwellings in urban core

Homeless youth shelter expansion back on OKC Council agenda

Boomers outpace millennials in home purchases

Tulsa Zoo breaks ground on giant anteater habitat

Repeated evictions keep Oklahoma renters stuck

Contractor selected to demolish former convention center

OKC nature preserve plan sparks trail concerns

A rendering of the 8,000-seat multi-purpose arena proposed for the entertainment district in north Norman is shown. (Rendering courtesy of the University of Oklahoma)

Norman City Council pushes back vote on entertainment district phasing plan

Norman delays vote on Rock Creek arena plan amid pending Oklahoma Supreme Court ruling on referendum tied to $600M entertainment district.

A new housing project in McAlester will provide safe, affordable homes for domestic violence survivors and their children in Pittsburg County. (Jamie R. Wright, LLC)

McAlester project offers hope, housing for survivors of abuse

A new housing project in McAlester will provide safe, affordable homes for domestic violence survivors and their children in Pittsburg County.

A rendering shows the south elevation of Casady School’s future Sias Family Center for Performing Arts illuminated at night. The $9.5 million project includes renovated performance spaces, expanded practice rooms, and upgraded technology. (Rendering provided by Casady School)

Casady School announces $9.5M performing arts expansion

Casady School plans $9.5M renovation to expand and upgrade its performing arts center with new tech, rehearsal space and student-focused features.

This photo shows the property at 916 Elmwood Drive on March 24. The property was declared a public nuisance for a second time in three years in November. The Edmond City Council voted Monday to sue the owners in district court in an effort to resolve the issue. (Photo/City of Edmond)

Edmond to sue owner of nuisance home

Edmond City Council OKs legal action over years of code violations at Elmwood Drive home and Ayers Street apartment complex.

How to get over ‘house shame’ and invite people in

House shame is rising as social media fuels home envy. Experts say perfection isn’t the goal—comfort, care and connection matter more.

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Health Care

Oklahoma ranks 47th in children’s health care

Doctor reflects on rescue 30 years after 1995 bombing

OMRF, Bice launch new biomedical research center

BCBS requires Oklahomans receive prior approval for severe asthma drugs

New measles exposure sites named in Oklahoma City

Trump administration partially restores health department’s funding

US sees third measles-related death amid outbreaks

Trump administration targets Planned Parenthood grants

New measles exposure reported at Sallisaw Walmart

Measles exposure risk reported at Sallisaw Walmart as Oklahoma outbreak total remains at 13 cases, health officials warn.

Jesse McCool, founder and former CEO of Wheeler Bio, is taking on a new role as the COO of Our Blood Institute. (Photo provided by GreenSmith PR)

Wheeler Bio founder looks to boost R&D in new role with Our Blood Institute

After growing Wheeler Bio, Jesse McCool transitions to COO at Our Blood Institute, focusing on R&D and the expansion of blood and cell therapies.

Health officials seek to phase out artificial dyes from food

U.S. health officials are urging foodmakers to phase out artificial dyes by 2026, citing children's health and global shifts toward natural alternatives.

OSDH confirms one new measles case and two Cleveland County exposure sites as Oklahoma's outbreak rises to 13 confirmed or probable cases. (Deposit Photos)

New measles case, Cleveland County risks reported

OSDH confirms one new measles case and two Cleveland County exposure sites as Oklahoma's outbreak rises to 13 confirmed or probable cases.

Remote Area Medical is recruiting volunteers for its free two-day clinic in Enid, offering dental, vision and medical care to patients in need. (Photo/RAM)

Volunteers needed for free pop-up health clinic in Enid

Remote Area Medical is recruiting volunteers for its free two-day clinic in Enid, offering dental, vision and medical care to patients in need.

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