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Completion of SH-20 realignment and interchange project celebrated with ribbon cutting

The City of Claremore, Rogers County, the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT), and the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority (OTA) have marked the successful completion of a significant infrastructure project with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.

By Sooner State News | Apr 18, 2025

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ODOT open house to discuss SH-10 improvements in Grove

The Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) is organizing a public open house meeting to discuss proposed improvements on SH-10, spanning from US-59 to SH-25 near Grove in Delaware County.

By Sooner State News | Apr 16, 2025

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Employers classified under the Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services industry file 5 H-1B petitions in Oklahoma throughout 2024

By Sooner State News | Apr 14, 2025

In 2024, five H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services industry located in Oklahoma.

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Bridge project in Moore, Oklahoma to improve traffic safety and reduce congestion

By Sooner State News | Apr 14, 2025

The City of Moore, in collaboration with the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) and Congressman Tom Cole, has initiated the SH-37/S.E. 4th St. Bridge Construction Project with a groundbreaking event.

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Oklahoma honors fallen transport workers with moment of silence

By Sooner State News | Apr 11, 2025

The Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) and Oklahoma Turnpike Authority (OTA) observed a moment of silence in memory of transportation workers who died while working to enhance the state's infrastructure.

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Oklahoma Transportation Commission discusses work zone safety and infrastructure projects

By Sooner State News | Apr 10, 2025

The Oklahoma Transportation Commission meeting held on April 7 discussed various transportation-related initiatives and updates.

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H-1B Insights: Employers classified under the Wholesale Trade industry file 1 petition in Oklahoma throughout 2024

By Sooner State News | Apr 7, 2025

Employers classified under the Wholesale Trade industry based in Oklahoma submitted one H-1B petition during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Oklahoma Transportation Commission meeting to discuss work zone awareness and infrastructure updates

By Sooner State News | Apr 6, 2025

The Oklahoma Transportation Commission will conduct its monthly meeting on Monday, April 7, at 11 a.m. The meeting will take place in the R.A. Ward Transportation Building located at 200 N.E. 21st St., Oklahoma City.

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EDA awards over $6 million in grants for economic development projects in Oklahoma in 2023

By Sooner State News | Apr 3, 2025

The Economic Development Administration (EDA) issued 16 grants totaling $6,838,472 in 2023 to fund economic development projects in Oklahoma.

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Work on I-44/US-75 interchange begins April 7 in Tulsa

By Sooner State News | Apr 3, 2025

Work is set to begin on a major infrastructure project in Tulsa, colloquially known as "Traffic Henge."

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April campaign promotes safety in Oklahoma work zones

By Sooner State News | Apr 1, 2025

Spring marks an increase in work zones across Oklahoma.

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How many H-1B petitions were made by Oklahoma employers classified under the Other Services (except Public Administration) industry during 2024?

By Sooner State News | Mar 31, 2025

Employers classified under the Other Services (except Public Administration) industry based in Oklahoma submitted nine H-1B petitions during 2024.

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How many H-1B petitions made by Oklahoma employers were approved during 2024?

By Sooner State News | Mar 26, 2025

In 2024, 97.4% of H-1B petitions filed by employers in Oklahoma were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Oklahoma saw 10.8% increase in transfer dependency percentage between 1970 and 2022

By Sooner State News | Mar 25, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 20.7% of income in Oklahoma, a 10.8% rise from 9.9% in 1970, according to information from the Economic Innovation Group.

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3 H-1B petitions filed by Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting employers classified under the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting industry in Oklahoma in 2024

By Sooner State News | Mar 24, 2025

In 2024, three H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting industry located in Oklahoma, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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H-1B Insights: Employers classified under the Health Care and Social Assistance industry file 136 petitions in Oklahoma throughout 2024

By Sooner State News | Mar 17, 2025

In 2024, 136 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Health Care and Social Assistance industry located in Oklahoma, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Oklahoma ranks 25th highest in U.S. for per capita government transfer income at $11,654 in 2022

By Sooner State News | Mar 12, 2025

In 2022, residents of Oklahoma received an average of $11,654 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 25th highest in the nation.

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Oklahoma ranks 13th highest in the U.S. for government transfer dependency at 20.7% in 2022

By Sooner State News | Mar 12, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 20.7% of income in Oklahoma—ranking it the 13th most dependent among U.S. states.

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Oklahoma designates first regional transport organization for enhanced mobility

By Sooner State News | Mar 11, 2025

The Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) has designated the South Western Oklahoma Development Authority (SWODA) Board of Trustees as the first regional transportation planning organization in the state.

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How many H-1B petitions were made by Oklahoma employers classified under the Accommodation and Food Services industry during 2024?

By Sooner State News | Mar 10, 2025

In 2024, three H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Accommodation and Food Services industry located in Oklahoma, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.