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2009 Economic Abstracts are now available
The Edmond Economic Development Authority recently released the 2009 Edmond Economic Abstract, sponsored by MidFirst Bank. To request a single copy or to order a bundle of Abstracts, contact the EEDA at 340-0116 or info@eeda.com
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BUSINESS BEAT
Company offers alternative-energy systems
Edmond-based Sunrise Alternative Energy offers alternative-energy systems including wind, solar, and geothermal. The company designs and installs the systems for mostly residential projects including new construction and retrofits. Courtesy of The Journal Record, May 21, 2009.
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REAL ESTATE UPDATE
May Building Permits
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May Commercial Real Estate Transactions
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Fountain Lake Apartments open
Fountain Lake Apartments recently opened at 14025 N. Eastern Ave. In its first three weeks, the complex leased 60 of its 302 currently available units. Courtesy of The Edmond Sun, May 23, 2009.
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CITY SPOT
Edmond recycling center to relocate
The Edmond City Council approved plans to relocate the recycling center from its current location on Third Street to the Edmond Transfer Station. The center will still have the same recycling containers, but will extend hours of operation from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday. Courtesy of The Edmond Sun, May 29, 2009.
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Edmond offers free bus service
As of July 1, Edmond will offer residents a new, free bus service. Residents can enjoy 2,688 additional hours of service per year as well as extended routes that will include all three Edmond high schools, Crest Foods and Oxford Oaks apartments. Courtesy of The Oklahoman, May 26, 2009.
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WHO’S WHO
UCO professor receives national award
The American Association of Family & Consumer Sciences recently named Dr. Sue Lynn Sasser, executive director of the Oklahoma Council on Economic Education and associate professor of economics in the UCO College of Business Administration, the 2009 recipient of the Friend of the Family Award. Courtesy of UCOvations, May 2009.
ON CAMPUS
Edmond Public Schools to offer full-day kindergarten
The Edmond Public School District will now offer full-day kindergarten at Ida Freeman, Orvis Risner and Sunset elementary schools. The three schools were the only to receive enough federal assistance to start full-day kindergarten. Additionally, Angie Debo, Charles Haskell, John Ross, Northern Hills and Will Rogers elementary schools may offer extended kindergarten programs and services if funds are available. Courtesy of The Oklahoman, May 21, 2009.
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Oklahoma Christian adds new major
Oklahoma Christian University will now offer an international business major for undergraduate students. Courtesy of The Edmond Sun, May 27, 2009.
UCO to offer speedy MBA program
The University of Central Oklahoma will now offer a one-year master’s of business administration program, which is six months quicker than traditional programs. The program will be available beginning in August. Courtesy of The Oklahoman, May 23, 2009.
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UCO receives new peer classification
The Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education recently approved a new peer group for the University of Central Oklahoma. The new classification gives UCO more credibility, recognizes its mission as an urban university and provides UCO more ability to seek tuition increases. Courtesy of The Oklahoman, May 17, 2009.
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METRO AREA NEWS
Lanes open on Broadway Extension
As part of the $30 million reconstruction project at the Kelley Avenue and Memorial Road interchange, new southbound lanes and a bridge are now open on Broadway Extension, shifting two lanes of traffic. Courtesy of The Oklahoman, May 15, 2009.
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STATE NEWS
Oklahoma ranks second in home appreciation
The Federal Housing Finance Agency’s Purchase-Only House Price Index recently placed Oklahoma second among the states for home appreciation. Oklahoma was one of only four states to show increases in home values. Courtesy of The Oklahoman, May 30, 2009.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Small Business Development Center offers new program
The University of Central Oklahoma’s Small Business Development Center in downtown Oklahoma City will soon offer the Small Business Pro Series, taught by Tim Tippit. The first course, “Growth Strategies in Challenging Economic Times”, is offered from 9 a.m. to noon June 10, 17, and 24 at the SBDC offices. Cost for one of the three sessions is $299 if registered by June 8. Courtesy of The Journal Record, May 26, 2009.
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RETAIL DETAILS
Orange Tree Frozen Yogurt opens Edmond store
Orange Tree Frozen Yogurt recently opened in Spring Creek Village, making the Edmond store the first of the franchise to open in Oklahoma. The store makes more than 30 flavors of yogurt, serving 14 flavors at a time, and charges 36 cents per ounce. Courtesy of The Edmond Sun, May 16, 2009.
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HOTEL HIGHLIGHT
Hotel Market Report – April 2009
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EMPLOYMENT RESOURCES
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STOCK TICKER
Edmond area investment opportunities
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