The Journal Record

01/24/2025

The Boldt Company is marking 40 years in Oklahoma City, leaving a legacy of iconic projects like the Blessed Stanley Rother Shrine, Bricktown Canal, and Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark.

The Boldt Company is marking 40 years in Oklahoma City, where residents and visitors alike are familiar with many of its projects like the Blessed Stanley Rother Shrine.

01/24/2025

President Donald Trump’s immigration policies, including the promise to deport “millions and millions” of immigrants, have sparked anxiety across Oklahoma, where nearly 13% of residents identify as Hispanic.

Trump's immigration policies spark concerns in Oklahoma, where the U.S. Census Bureau reports nearly 13% of residents identify as Hispanic.

01/24/2025

⚠️ Don't forget to share your nomination for our Achievers Under 40 Awards! ⚠️

We’re looking for people under 40 across all industries who are making a difference in their professions and the community!

Nomination 🔗: https://bit.ly/4gGjLYh

01/24/2025

Stardust Power Inc. has officially broken ground on a 66-acre lithium refinery in Muskogee, set to become one of North America’s largest.

Stardust Power Inc. has broken ground on a 66-acre lithium refinery in Muskogee, Oklahoma, set to boost U.S. energy leadership and create hundreds of jobs.

01/23/2025

A $23 million project will transform the historic National Guard Armory in Oklahoma City into a music venue.

The historic National Guard Armory in Oklahoma City is set to transform into a $23 million TempleLive music venue, featuring state-of-the-art amenities and a smaller emerging artist space.

01/23/2025

Love's Travel Stops is investing $1 billion in 2025 to add 20 new locations, remodel 50 stores, and expand truck, RV, and EV amenities.

Oklahoma City-based Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores rolled out a billion-dollar capital investment plan that will add 20 locations to its network and major remodeling projects.

01/23/2025

The Greater Oklahoma City Chamber hosted its annual Legislative Kickoff event to gain insight about lawmakers’ efforts to improve the local business climate and better position the state for success.

The Greater Oklahoma City Chamber's Legislative Kickoff highlighted lawmakers' plans to improve education outcomes, teacher pay and address cell phone use in schools.

01/22/2025

Projected growth in the global economy, consumer spending and funding innovation could make 2025 the ideal year to start a new business, the experts at Funded.com report.

Projected growth in the global economy, consumer spending and funding innovation could make 2025 the ideal year to start a new business, the experts at Funded.com report.

01/22/2025

Oklahoma lawmakers are preparing to tackle a record 3,000+ bills in the upcoming legislative session, addressing controversial topics like homelessness, LGBTQ+ rights, and cockfighting penalties.

The Oklahoma Legislature has more than 3,000 bills to consider in the upcoming session, with some, including measures targeting homelessness, expected to spark concern.

01/21/2025

The Supreme Court has ordered a review of the case involving Oklahoma’s only woman on death row.

The U.S. Supreme Court has ordered a review of Brenda Andrew’s death row case, citing concerns that prosecutors' use of her sexual history during the trial may have made it unfair.

01/21/2025

City leaders plan to create a position and form a citizen advisory group to oversee a new action plan to address the lack of affordable housing in Oklahoma City.

Oklahoma City unveils an action plan to address rising housing costs and affordability challenges, including creating a new leadership position and advisory group.

01/21/2025

Norman residents who are holding their breath, waiting for the city’s mold-ridden central library to reopen, might as well exhale because it could be years before the city’s $39 million amenity comes back to life.

Norman’s central library remains closed due to mold issues and ongoing litigation, with repairs potentially taking years to complete.

01/20/2025

⚠️Don't forget to nominate for our Most Admired CEOs honors! ⚠️

This program recognizes the talented business and nonprofit leaders throughout our state.

Nomination 🔗: https://bit.ly/3VnSRMG

01/17/2025

It’s been more than two years since Kroger opened its 50,000-square-foot spoke facility in Oklahoma City.

The Kroger Delivery area in the state is unlikely to expand outside central Oklahoma in the near future.

01/16/2025

Oklahoma Superintendent Ryan Walters has filed a lawsuit against federal immigration agencies, seeking reimbursement for the cost of educating immigrant children in the state.

State Superintendent Ryan Walters has sued three federal agencies responsible for immigration enforcement.

01/16/2025

Oklahoma City wedding planner LaToya L. Mason is redefining weddings with her innovative pop-up concept, The Little Black Chapel, launching this Valentine’s Day weekend.

LaToya Mason’s The Little Black Chapel offers upscale, bespoke wedding experiences at affordable prices, launching Valentine's weekend in Oklahoma City.

01/16/2025

Oklahoma Cancer Specialists and Research Institute has joined forces with NRG Oncology, gaining access to government-funded studies and expanding their decades-long research efforts.

Oklahoma Cancer Specialists and Research Institute has partnered with a non-profit oncology research organization, granting access to groundbreaking clinical trials and advanced cancer treatments.

01/16/2025

Edmond is removing discriminatory language from decades-old plat documents, starting with the Highland Park Addition, as part of a state law allowing cities to amend final plats.

Edmond City Council has removed decades-old discriminatory language from plat documents, starting with Highland Park Addition, as part of a statewide effort to address racial equity.