ON CAMPUS

UCO Biofuel program recognized

The University of Central Oklahoma received the 2007 Quality Fleet Management Idea Award from the National Association of Fleet Administration for the biofuel program that turns the university's used cooking oil into fuel for campus vehicles. Courtesy of The Oklahoman, July 18, 2007.

UCO Business Expo

The University of Central Oklahoma will host a "Business Expo" Aug. 23. The expo will expose nearly 16,000 UCO students and 1,300 employees to participating businesses and organizations. Courtesy of Edmond Life & Leisure, July 26, 2007.

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Centennial marks 15th elementary school

Centennial Elementary, the 15th elementary school in the Edmond Public Schools District, will open Aug. 20. Jesselee Miller will be the principal. There are five middle schools and three high schools in the district. Courtesy of The Edmond Sun, July 22, 2007.

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WHO'S WHO

EEDA hires new employees

Alex Wehrle and Feran Morgret have recently joined the Edmond Economic Development Authority. Wehrle serves as the client services manager and Morgret as the communications manager. Courtesy of The Edmond Sun, July 22, 2007.

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STATE NEWS

Survey shows state gained 20,000 jobs

The Oklahoma Department of Commerce recently released a report from the Oklahoma Workforce Employer Survey of all employers in the state with over 10 employees, with the exception of food and retail establishments. The reports show that over the past year Oklahoma has had a net increase of over 20,000 jobs. Courtesy of Edmond Life & Leisure, June 26, 2007.

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Oklahoma recognized for Quality of Life

According to Business Facilities 2007 Annual Rankings Report, Oklahoma was regional winner for the Quality of Life category. The category was based on crime, material well being, job security, recreation/arts availability, health, climate, education and cost of living. There are eight existing regions as defined by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. Courtesy of Business Facilities, July 2007.

Epcot fest to showcase Oklahoma cuisine

Oklahoma will be the first state to have its own marketplace experience at one of the world's largest food and wine festivals held at Walt Disney Epcot Center in Florida. The Epcot International Food and Wine Festival will provide Oklahoma with unprecedented tourism advertising opportunities. Courtesy of The Journal Record, August 1, 2007.

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RETAIL DETAILS

Hilltop Plaza receives approval

Joe Javadzadeh and Fred Mazaheri received approval from Edmond City Council to develop Hilltop Plaza at 15th Street and Interstate-35. The nine acre site will likely include national retailers, sit-down restaurants and a local bank. Courtesy of The Oklahoman, July 24, 2007.

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Unique wine shop to open in Edmond

Vintner's Cellar received a unanimous vote from commissioners to locate in the Spring Creek Village Center at 15th and Bryant. At the wine shop customers can customize their own special brand of wine. Courtesy of The Edmond Sun, July 18, 2007.

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Sales tax holiday

This year's sales tax holiday will begin at 12:01 a.m. Friday and end midnight Sunday. For more information visit the Oklahoma Tax Commission Web site.