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8h ago
This story originally ran on VeloCityOKC.com.
Oklahoma City has received a $975,000 federal grant to plan transit-oriented development along Classen Boulevard, from NW 10th to NW 48th streets. The grant, awarded by the U.S. Department of Transportation, will fund a plan to encourage transit-friendly development, affordable housing and improved pedestrian and bike access along the RAPID NW bus line.
Classen Boulevard has a long history as a major corridor in Oklahoma City. In the 1920s, local developers built streetcars along Classen to connect neighborhoods like Paseo, one of the c ..read more
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8h ago
This story originally ran on VeloCityOKC.com.
Oklahoma City has been awarded nearly $2 million in grants from the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) to fund sidewalk improvements near five elementary schools. The funding is part of the Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) and will help enhance pedestrian safety around schools identified as top priorities in the city’s bikewalkokc master plan.
bikewalkokc, adopted in 2018, serves as Oklahoma City’s comprehensive framework for improving cycling and pedestrian infrastructure. The sidewalks near the five selected el ..read more
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8h ago
This story originally ran on VeloCityOKC.com.
To meet the manufacturing talent needs in Greater Oklahoma City, the Greater OKC Chamber partnered with Oklahoma State University-OKC to launch the state’s first chapter of the Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME). This national program combines classroom education with hands-on experience to prepare students for careers in manufacturing.
Through OKC FAME, students can earn an associate degree while working part-time with local manufacturers, including Climate Control Group, IDEX Energy – Advanced Flow Solutions and OMADA In ..read more
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6d ago
This story originally ran on VeloCityOKC.com.
Oklahoma City recently celebrated the opening of OAK, a new urban village that brings the Lively Hotel, Residences at the Oak, Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar, Arhaus, The Capital Grille, Pottery Barn, and more to the city. A highlight of OAK is its public art, contributing to Oklahoma City’s growing art scene.
Husband-and-wife duo Brad Oldham and Cristy Coltrin of Brad Oldham Sculpture, based in Texas, were brought in by OAK developer Ryan McNeill, who met the couple through a mutual business partner. Coltrin focuses on the character of each p ..read more
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6d ago
This story originally ran on VeloCityOKC.com.
In an episode of How Did They Build That (Season 3, Episode 2), Oklahoma Contemporary is revealed as a feat of modern engineering and design, pushing the boundaries of what architecture can achieve. The episode delves into the remarkable construction process behind the 53,916-square-foot center, dubbed “Folding Light,” designed by renowned architect Rand Elliott. Unlike most structures, which rely on right angles for structural integrity, this building has none—making it not just visually striking, but a significant engineering chal ..read more
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6d ago
This story originally ran on VeloCityOKC.com.
In a major follow-up to developments surrounding the future of professional soccer and an exciting entertainment district coming to downtown Oklahoma City, an advisory committee has now been established to help shape a representative vision for the community. The OKC for Soccer Committee, announced last week, includes 33 influential civic, business, sports and cultural leaders from the region.
This initiative is a critical component of a previously announced brand review of Energy FC, Oklahoma City’s professional soccer club that pa ..read more
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2w ago
Tommy Bahama, a pioneer of the combined restaurant-retail experience, will make its debut in Oklahoma with the opening of a Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar at OAK in Oklahoma City, OK. The Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar, scheduled to open on October 30th, embraces the brand's easy, relaxed spirit with a casual new concept where guests can eat, drink and shop.
Tommy Bahama’s new restaurant concept, the Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar, will become the first Oklahoma location for the brand’s hybrid dining and shopping experience. Th ..read more
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2w ago
This story originally ran on VeloCityOKC.com.
The recent unveiling ceremony at Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark marked the announcement of Oklahoma City’s Triple-A baseball team’s official rebrand to the Oklahoma City Comets. This new name honors the legendary Mickey Mantle, famously known as “the Commerce Comet.” The team’s logo features striking light blue and red colors, showcasing a baseball soaring through the sky, symbolizing its longstanding affiliation with the Los Angeles Dodgers.
“We wanted our new name and brand to be something that reflects Oklaho ..read more
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2w ago
This story originally ran on VeloCityOKC.com.
As the Oklahoma City Thunder prepares to kick off another exciting season, our community has plenty to look forward to, both on and off the court. Dan Mahoney, vice president of broadcasting and corporate communications, shared key highlights at a recent event, emphasizing new amenities that enhance the game night experience at Paycom Center.
One of the most exciting additions is the Sunset Express Market, a seamless, high-tech solution for food and beverage purchases. Fans can now scan their phone or credit card upon entering, grab thei ..read more
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3w ago
This story originally ran on VeloCityOKC.com.
The Oklahoma City Film and Creative Industries Office recently released its Fiscal Year ‘24 report, covering annual highlights from film releases, community engagement initiatives, local feature projects and so much more.
In FY24, over $22 million in direct spending occurred in Oklahoma City through feature films, documentaries, short films, student films, scripted television series, reality TV series, and commercials—with feature films alone contributing $20,323,404. In its two years of existence, the Oklahoma City Film and Creative In ..read more