
Recognizing vision, tenacity
When we consider the transformation of Oklahoma City over the past quarter-century, Cathy O’Connor’s contributions to nearly every...
Jul 20, 2021


Partnership and growth in the SW 29 District
Our Oklahoma City districts are areas where our city has preserved history, unique architecture and culture, and they are important to...
Jul 13, 2021

Kiva making a difference for small businesses in Oklahoma
In January, Progress OKC launched the Kiva lending program in Oklahoma. It’s a low-barrier micro-lending program for entrepreneurs and...
Jun 29, 2021

OKC small business resiliency made stronger with input
Small businesses are a key contributor to successful economic development. In Oklahoma, more than 50% of the private workforce is...
Jun 22, 2021


Historic preservation – it’s about timeBy: Cathy O'Connor Guest Columnist June 15, 2021 0
This week, we marked a preservation milestone for Oklahoma City. Ward 7 Councilwoman Nikki Nice accepted a certificate from Lynda Ozan...
Jun 15, 2021


June brings outdoor events, cultural celebrations
The month of June usually presents some of our most predictably perfect weather, so it’s an ideal time to pack your calendar full of...
Jun 8, 2021


Honoring legacy of Dr. Stephen Prescott
When I met Dr. Stephen Prescott in 2006, it was obvious he was a visionary. He was a rare leader who had the ability to pull together...
Jun 1, 2021


Art sector rebounding with some help
The pandemic had a devastating impact on the art sector. According to Americans for the Arts, financial losses to nonprofit arts and...
May 25, 2021


O’Connor: Capitalizing on transportation diversity
Oklahoma City’s streets were developed with one primary consideration: to move cars. Today, our city planners consider many other aspects...
May 18, 2021


Community building events draw attention to NE OKC
As Oklahoma City welcomes spring, we’re seeing the return of outdoor events. The annual oNE OKC Street Festival is a great one to catch....
May 11, 2021