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Oklahoma wins bid to host SBIR National Conference

Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Oklahoma City will be host city in November for the SBIR National Conference designed to help researchers and small businesses secure development capital from a long-standing federal program.

Oklahoma City's Inoveon to be acquired by German firm

Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Inoveon is expected to be sold within 30 days to a public company based in Germany. The deal likely will mean more than 25 new jobs at Inoveon.

Boeing Chooses Oklahoma City for Relocation of C-130 AMP, B-1 Programs

Tuesday, August 17, 2010
In order to be more cost competitive for its customers, The Boeing Company [NYSE: BA] recently announced it will relocate 550 employees from its C-130 Avionics Modernization Program (AMP) and B-1 Program from Long Beach, CA, to Oklahoma City.

600 'Quality Jobs' planned in Oklahoma

Thursday, August 12, 2010
Four companies plan to create nearly 600 jobs as part of the state's Quality Jobs program, the Oklahoma Department of Commerce reported Wednesday.

OMRF scientist discovers new method to reprogram cells

Wednesday, August 11, 2010
Every day, researcher Carol Webb watched the cells that had curiously remained alive weeks, then months longer than normal cells.

Adult stem cell research holds much promise

Wednesday, August 4, 2010
Stem cells. Few words inspire so much hope, hype and controversy as these two. Yet while many use this phrase, few know its true meaning.

Business-friendly locale draws Boeing to state

Wednesday, August 4, 2010
Boeing already has a presence in Oklahoma City but that will increase significantly with the addition of 550 engineering jobs during the next few years.

OKC labor market tight for aircraft mechanics

Wednesday, August 4, 2010
Oklahoma City-area employers are looking for ways to expand the number of mechanics qualified to work on aircraft. Read more: http://www.newsok.com/article/3482194?searched=Aerospace%20ratchets%20up%20search%20for%20mechanics&custom_click=search#ixzz0vgDWFdxN
 

The Crossroads of America

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Greater Oklahoma City is in the geographic center of North America equidistant from the east and west coasts and major trade partners of Canada and Mexico. The ten county region is at the crossroads of the U.S., sitting at the heart of three major national highways on the NAFTA corridor.

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There's a reason Greater Oklahoma City is such a great place for business: Location. The ten county region is positioned within a day's drive of the rapidly-growing south-central region (OK, TX, AR, LA) projected to grow more than 44% during the next 25 years.

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Explore the counties and cities of Greater Oklahoma City including major employers and higher education. The ten county region boasts an average commute time of 20 minutes and a skilled workforce over half a million strong.

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Relocation.com's Top Cities for a Fresh Start

Oklahoma City ranked in Relocation.com's Top Cities for a Fresh Start list. Relocation.com used popularity, economic prospects, housing affordability, and how active the community is to rate the cities.
(May 20, 2009)

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Logan County

Quality of Living

Logan County is located in central Oklahoma, adjacent to Oklahoma County and just 30 miles north of downtown Oklahoma City. The county encompasses 742 sq. miles.

Interstate 35 traverses Logan County and offers easy access and a convenient transportation corridor to I-40 and I-44. The county is served by the BNSF Railroad and the growing Guthrie-Edmond Regional Airport.

Logan County is the 5th fastest growing county in Oklahoma, measuring 16% growth since 1990. The current population is 37,000 and is included in the 1.2 million Oklahoma City MSA.

Logan County is home to Guthrie, a charming Victorian city that once served as Oklahoma's capital city. It is on the national Register of Historic Places, a major tourist destination and serves as the county seat. Other major cities include Langston, Crescent, Cashion and Mulhall.

Economy 
Logan County offers a diverse mix of industry, including agribusiness, manufacturing (including aerospace) and retail trade/tourism. Educational opportunities abound at the 10 colleges and universities that are within a 45 minute drive. The county has many towns that provide a technology and business friendly atmosphere designed to encourage economic development. The Logan County Economic Development Council provides confidential site location assistance to potential business developers and manufacturing companies.

Unique History

Settled by the Land Run of April 22, 1889, Logan County was designated County No. 1 when Oklahoma Territory was organized in 1890. It was later named for Senator John A. Logan of Illinois, popular Civil War general.

Logan County is a member of the 10-county Greater Oklahoma City Partnership, a strategic economic development organization providing confidential site location assistance. For current comparative data about this county please click on the menu items to the left.

Contact
Kay Wade
Logan County Economic Development Council
212 W. Oklahoma
Guthrie, OK 73044
405.282.0060
kaywade@logancountyedc.com

 

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