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Claremore Regional Airport Reaches New Milestones with Major Improvements and Future Growth Plans
February 7, 2025 - Spanning 565 acres, the Claremore Regional Airport has solidified its status as a premier destination for aviators across Northeast Oklahoma. Home to 86 base aircraft, the airport features 39 private hangars, 25 t-hangars and two large common hangars. In 2024, it recorded approximately 12,380 operations, marking another successful year.
In 2024, Claremore Regional Airport reached significant milestones,...
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Claremore-Based AXH air-coolers Drives Regional Growth with 250+ Job Expansion
February 4, 2025 - AXH air-coolers, headquartered in Claremore, Oklahoma, has been awarded $5.4 million through the Oklahoma Department of Commerce Business Expansion Incentive Program (BEIP) to fuel its continued growth across Northeast Oklahoma. This strategic investment will support the development of a new manufacturing campus in Sapulpa, Oklahoma, creating more than 200 high-quality jobs and...
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Sequoyah Public Schools launches new career exploration course for middle school students in partnership with Claremore Economic Development
October 10, 2024 - In response to growing regional workforce demands, Sequoyah Public Schools, in collaboration with Claremore Economic Development and Northeast Tech, announced the launch of a groundbreaking career exploration program. This initiative is designed to expose students to a diverse array of career opportunities, helping them to make informed decisions about their...
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Claremore Economic Development and Northeast Tech Earn Highest Honors at IEDC Excellence in Economic Development Awards
September 26, 2024 - The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) annually recognizes the world’s most innovative economic development programs, marketing materials, initiatives and leaders through its Excellence in Economic Development Awards. This year, Claremore Economic Development (CED), in partnership with Northeast Tech, City of Claremore and Rogers County Board of County Commissioners,...
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Claremore Economic Development Welcomes New Team Members Silas Ellis and Brianna Stinnett
September 12, 2024 - Claremore Economic Development (CED) is proud to announce the addition of Silas Ellis and Brianna Stinnett to its team. Their expertise will further enhance CED’s mission to drive economic advancement for Rogers County and support area business operations.
Silas Ellis joins CED as the Workforce and Talent...
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Rogers County launches second Technical Training Scholarship Program
June 19, 2024 - Today, Claremore Economic Development, in partnership with Rogers County and Northeast Tech, announced the second iteration of its Technical Training Scholarship, allowing residents to complete an approved technical program at no cost.
Due to the resounding success and execution of the program’s pilot year, the Oklahoma Department...
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SBA to Open Business Recovery Center in Claremore to Help Businesses Impacted by Severe Storms, Straight line Winds, Tornadoes and Flooding
June 18, 2024 - The U.S. Small Business Administration and the Oklahoma Small Business Development Center today announced the opening of its SBA Business Recovery Center in Claremore on Thursday, June 20 to provide a wide range of services to businesses impacted by severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and flooding that...
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Rogers County Center of Manufacturing Excellence kicks off Summer Engineering Internship Program
June 11, 2024 - This summer, students participating in Northeast Tech's Pre-Engineering Program will take a deep dive into the career field as participants in an Engineering Summer Internship Program partnership with the Rogers County Center of Manufacturing Excellence.
This four-week course highlights engineering opportunities across Northeast Oklahoma. Twelve participants will explore...
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Claremore Regional Airport Welcomes Colby Linder as Airport Operations Manager
April 15, 2024 - Claremore Regional Airport (KGCM) proudly welcomes Colby Linder as the facility's new Airport Operations Manager. Linder will be responsible for developing, executing, and overseeing strategies for growth, infrastructure improvements and ensuring the airport's financial sustainability. Additionally, Linder will oversee the day-to-day management of personnel and operations and ensure...
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Claremore Economic Development named the Northeast Tech 2024 Partner in Progress
February 22, 2024 - Claremore Economic Development was honored to be named the Northeast Tech 2024 Partner in Progress. This distinguished recognition acknowledges a partner's steadfast dedication to enhancing and expanding Oklahoma's workforce.
Together, our organizations have launched several initiatives aimed at contributing to the professional growth and development of both Northeast...
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