Topic: news
News Article - 08.22.2011
Whole Foods CEO plans Norman visit
by OKCBiz Staff
John Mackey
may not be a household name in Oklahoma, but when he comes to Norman in
November many are likely to be interested in what he has to say. Read more
Real Estate - 08.17.2011
ACM@UCO purchases Bricktown building
The largest transaction for 2011 in Bricktown so far was completed Aug. 15 with the sale of the Oklahoma Hardware Building, 25 E. California, for $6.5 million.
by Dylan Smith
The 62,500-square-foot building was purchased by the University of
Central Oklahoma from Bricktown Wire Co. UCO’s Academy of Contemporary
Music occupies the building on its top three floors. It has four stories
in addition to a lower level along the Bricktown Canal. The ACM opened
in the building in 2009. Read more
Health Care - 08.25.2011
OMRF marks 65 years of innovation and discovery
by OKCBiz Staff
On Aug. 28, 1946, a group of state leaders gathered at the Capitol. They
were there to witness the Secretary of State of Oklahoma grant the
charter of a new, nonprofit institute: the Oklahoma Medical Research
Foundation. Read more
Health Care - 08.29.2011
Tails from the road
Veterinary medicine’s becoming a rat race
Attorney and certified
public accountant Gayle Acton managed her midlife crisis pretty well
nearly eight years ago: she became a veterinarian. Read more
Real Estate - 08.29.2011
Downsizing?
A portion of Fairview Farm is filling with smaller homes, but with all the high-end amenities as the larger ones.
At Fairview Farm, a neighborhood where many houses easily top $1
million, the developer and a local homebuilder are taking a big chance
with the last 10 acres. Read more
On The Move - 09.01.2011
Hematology-oncology specialist joins Peggy and Charles Stephenson Cancer Center
by OKCBiz Staff
Mohamad Cherry, M.D., a hematology-oncology specialist, has established
his medical practice with the Peggy and Charles Stephenson Cancer
Center. He has also been named an assistant professor with the
University of Oklahoma College of Medicine. Hematologist-oncologists diagnose and treat patients with cancer and blood diseases. Read more
Tourism - 09.07.2011
Airport plans new, re-branded stores
by OKCBiz Staff
Five stores, two with a distinctly Oklahoma flair,
are planned for Will Rogers World Airport. The existing newsstand and gift
stores will close Sept. 7 and undergo a $1.7 million renovation. The project is
a joint partnership between The Paradies Shops, a national airport retailer,
and its local partner, Kambers Gifts and Luggage. Work is set for completion by
Thanksgiving. Read more
On The Move - 09.12.2011
Third Degree promotes three on creative team
by OKCBiz Staff
Third Degree Advertising and Communications recently promoted three
members of the creative team to new titles and areas of responsibility. Read more
Energy - 09.12.2011
Chesapeake Energy Corporation and Oklahoma City Boathouse Foundation to christen Chesapeake Finish Line Tower
by OKCBiz Staff
Oklahomans will gather to welcome the newest iconic structure completed
along the Oklahoma River as part of the growing Boathouse District – the
four-story Chesapeake Finish Line Tower. Read more
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