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Oklahoma mourns passing of Transportation Commissioner Stephen J. LaForge

The Oklahoma Department of Transportation and the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority have announced the passing of Stephen J. LaForge, District 7 Oklahoma Transportation Commissioner, on February 14.

By Sooner State News | Feb 19, 2025

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Oklahoma sees 4 H-1B petitions from employers classified under the Public Administration industry during 2024

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

By Sooner State News | Feb 17, 2025

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Oklahoma commission approves $135M in projects amid federal funding resolution

By Sooner State News | Feb 6, 2025

The Oklahoma Transportation Commission's recent meeting on February 3 covered several key topics, including the impact of federal funding through a Continuing Resolution and the approval of significant infrastructure projects totaling $135 million.

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Oklahoma inflation rate lower than national average as of December 2024

By Sooner State News | Feb 5, 2025

As of December 2024, Oklahoma experienced a 20.5% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.7% increase.

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Oklahoma Transportation Commission plans February meeting with key topics

By Sooner State News | Jan 31, 2025

The Oklahoma Transportation Commission is set to hold its monthly meeting on Monday, February 3, 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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2023: Oklahoma ranks 24th nationwide for total received in EDA grants, at $6,838,472

By Sooner State News | Jan 9, 2025

In 2023, Oklahoma received $6,838,472 in EDA grants for economic development projects, ranking 24th nationwide, according to the US Economic Development Administration (EDA).

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Oklahoma receives 2 EDA grants totaling $260,000 for technical assistance in 2023

By Sooner State News | Dec 30, 2024

Oklahoma received two grants totaling $260,000 for technical assistance in 2023 from the US Economic Development Administration.

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Oklahoma receives 1 EDA grant totaling $1,000,000 for regional innovation strategies in 2023

By Sooner State News | Dec 29, 2024

Oklahoma received one grant totaling $1,000,000 for regional innovation strategies in 2023 from the US Economic Development Administration.

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Oklahoma receives 11 EDA grants totaling $2,310,000 for public works in 2023

By Sooner State News | Dec 28, 2024

Oklahoma received 11 grants totaling $2,310,000 for public works in 2023 from the US Economic Development Administration.

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Oklahoma receives 1 EDA grant totaling $1,400,000 for planning in 2023

By Sooner State News | Dec 27, 2024

Oklahoma received one grant totaling $1,400,000 for planning in 2023 from the US Economic Development Administration.

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Oklahoma receives 1 EDA grant totaling $1,868,472 for economic adjustment assistance in 2023

By Sooner State News | Dec 26, 2024

Oklahoma received one grant totaling $1,868,472 for economic adjustment assistance in 2023 from the US Economic Development Administration.

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FOIA Request Sent to Oklahoma State Board of Education Regarding Instructional Mandates for State K-12 Schools on December 10, 2024

By Sooner State News | Dec 10, 2024

FOIA Request to Oklahoma State Board of Education Regarding Instructional Mandates for State K-12 Schools on December 10, 2024.

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Inflation in Oklahoma outpaces national average as of November 2024

By Sooner State News | Dec 1, 2024

As of November 2024, Oklahoma experienced a 20.6% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.6% increase.

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EDA funds 16 projects to support economic development in Oklahoma during 2023

By Sooner State News | Nov 21, 2024

Oklahoma ranked 16th in the US after receiving 16 EDA grants to fund economic development projects in 2023.

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Oklahoma sees inflation increase as of October 2024

By Sooner State News | Nov 21, 2024

As of October 2024, Oklahoma experienced a 20.9% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.7% increase.

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VA provides 29% more home purchase loans in Oklahoma in Q3

By Sooner State News | Nov 15, 2024

There were 1,533 VA home purchases in Oklahoma in the third quarter of the VA's fiscal year 2024, totaling $438.5 million in loans, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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FOIA Request Sent to Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education Regarding State University Employees' Salaries on November 14, 2024

By Sooner State News | Nov 14, 2024

FOIA Request to Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education Regarding State University Employees' Salaries on November 14, 2024.

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Number of VA loans issued in Oklahoma increased by 218.1% from Q3 2023 to Q3 2024

By Sooner State News | Nov 12, 2024

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued 2,061 home loans in Oklahoma, totaling $580.7 million, during the third quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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VA issues fewer Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Oklahoma in Q3 vs. Q2 2024

By Sooner State News | Nov 9, 2024

The VA issued 157 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Oklahoma during the third quarter of fiscal year 2024, compared to 207 loans the previous quarter, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Average VA home loan amount in Oklahoma increases from 2022 to 2023

By Sooner State News | Nov 8, 2024

The average VA loan amount for Oklahoma in the fiscal year 2023 was $269,537, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.