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Claremore utilizes economic incentives to support region’s growing tourism industry
February 8, 2023 - Serving as the third-largest industry in Oklahoma, tourism continues to be a leading source of economic revenue. According to recent data released by the Oklahoma Department of Tourism and Recreation, this growing sector supports over 96,000 industry jobs and $748 million in state and local taxes.
Recognizing the importance of robust...
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Claremore Regional Airport continues commitment to infrastructure improvements
January 21, 2023 - Oklahoma has a rich history in aerospace, filled with stories of aviation enthusiasts like Wiley Post and Clyde Cessna. Today, our state continues to be a leader in this growing industry and is at the forefront of aviation innovation, improvement and development.
Rogers County is home to a thriving...
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The Lilac District celebrates the opening of The Same Page
January 18, 2023 - Big changes are happening in The Lilac District, with several new retail and dining locations opening. This weekend, Claremore's downtown district will welcome another new addition, The Same Page.
The Same Page is an independent, general-trade bookstore focused on community and sharing a love of books. Owner/Operator Katie...
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Claremore Regional Airport set to begin apron rehabilitation project
January 14, 2023 - Oklahoma has a rich history in aerospace, filled with stories of aviation enthusiasts like Wiley Post and Clyde Cessna. Today, our state continues to be a leader in this growing industry and is at the forefront of aviation innovation, improvement and development.
Rogers County is home to a thriving...
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Rogers County announces new workforce training initiative
January 10, 2023 - Rogers County is currently experiencing lower than average unemployment. With a rate of just 2.7 percent, several high-wage positions in manufacturing, education and healthcare sectors remain unfilled.
To aid in staffing in-demand occupations, The Claremore Industrial and Economic Development Authority, in conjunction with the City of Claremore and Rogers County,...
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CIEDA celebrates a successful 2022
December 20, 2022 - 2022 was another exciting year for economic development in Rogers County. Our community celebrated new industrial attraction and multiple expansion announcements, witnessed transformation across our downtown corridor, and has been at the forefront of innovative talent development initiatives, ensuring a robust workforce pipeline. This...
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Claremore celebrates industrial sector growth as result of manufacturing investment
December 15, 2022 - In a move hailed as an economic success, Claremore Industrial and Economic Development Authority (CIEDA) finalized the sale of a 60,000 square-foot manufacturing campus to MST Manufacturing, concluding an incentive agreement set in motion in 2018.
To aid the company in offsetting startup costs, CIEDA purchased an existing manufacturing space,...
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Shop Small, Shop Early, Shop Claremore
November 19, 2022 - The holiday season is here, and it seems the cooler weather has accompanied it! This week our community celebrated this special time of year with the annual Community Tree Lighting at Ne-Mar Center thanks to the Neely family, as well as Dickens on the Boulevard this weekend. These two events...
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CIEDA welcomes Bailey Thompson as organization’s Office Manager
October 28, 2022 - The Claremore Industrial and Economic Development Authority (CIEDA) is excited to welcome Bailey Thompson as the newest addition to its staff. Thompson will serve as the organization’s Office Manager, and play a vital role in overseeing daily operations, managing finances and assisting team members with economic and talent...
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Rogers County hosts inaugural Recognition of Excellence Awards
October 27, 2022 - Business and community leaders gathered on Wednesday to celebrate the inaugural Recognition of Excellence Awards. Presented by the Rogers County Center for Manufacturing Workforce Excellence, these awards celebrate Rogers County's thriving industrial sector and the individuals who continue to create, innovate and drive our region forward.
“Award...
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