Tulsa metropolitan area

Tulsa Community College Joins Effort to Expand and Diversify the IT Workforce

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Monday, July 26, 2021

TULSA, Okla., July 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Tulsa Community College (TCC) is partnering with CompTIA Apprenticeships for Tech, a program to increase the number of information technology (IT) workers across America and expand career opportunities to groups underrepresented in the tech workforce, the organizations announced today.

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  • "Apprenticeships are a proven method for building skills and preparing people to enter the workforce," said Scott Mueller, Secretary of Commerce and Workforce Development for the State of Oklahoma.
  • The college will also work with employers to help them recruit and employ skilled tech talent.
  • https://www.comptia.org/content/lp/apprenticeships-for-tech Tulsa area employers interested in joining the Tulsa Community College CompTIA Apprenticeships for Tech program can attend an information session on Monday, July 26 at 1 p.m. at Tulsa Community College Northeast Campus Enterprise Building, 3727 E. Apache Street, Room A108.
  • Tulsa Community College educates approximately 23,000 students each year.

Survivors Serve Open Records Request for Documents Related to Search for Mass Graves Connected to 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021

Lessie Benningfield (“Mother Randle”), Viola Fletcher (“Mother Fletcher”), and Hughes Van Ellis, all centenarian survivors of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, have served open records requests (ORR) for documents related to the ongoing search for mass graves in Tulsa.

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  • Lessie Benningfield (Mother Randle), Viola Fletcher (Mother Fletcher), and Hughes Van Ellis, all centenarian survivors of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, have served open records requests (ORR) for documents related to the ongoing search for mass graves in Tulsa.
  • The open records request aims to ensure that the search is conducted in a fully transparent manner, and that justice is achieved for the victims of the Tulsa Race Massacre.
  • "The City of Tulsa and related governmental agencies and bodies have denied justice to survivors and concealed the truth about the Massacre for 100 years.
  • 24A.1 et seq., the ORR requests a copy of all documents regarding, discussing, referencing, or wherein the subject matter relates to the search for and/or investigation of mass graves connected to the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre.

Revibe Men's Health Launches Weight Loss Center of Excellence in its Tulsa Location With Plans to Launch in Several Other Locations

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Thursday, July 8, 2021

HONOLULU, July 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Revibe Men's Health, a men's health and wellness center with locations across the US, today launched a weight loss center of excellence in its Tulsa, Oklahoma clinic.

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  • HONOLULU, July 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Revibe Men's Health, a men's health and wellness center with locations across the US, today launched a weight loss center of excellence in its Tulsa, Oklahoma clinic.
  • In addition to specializing in Low-T and ED treatments, this location has begun to offer weight loss treatments specific to each man's unique health goals.
  • Revibe Men's Health Tulsa has begun to offer weight loss treatments specific to each man's unique health goals.
  • Revibe Men's Health plans to launch its weight loss offerings in several of its existing locations before the end of 2021.

Skydweller Aero Inc. Celebrates One Year with Global Headquarters in Oklahoma

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Wednesday, June 30, 2021

OKLAHOMA CITY, June 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Skydweller Aero Inc., a U.S.-Spanish aerospace company developing solar powered aircraft for defense and commercial industries, today celebrates its first anniversary since announcing the establishment of its global headquarters in Oklahoma City with plans to build testing and integration facilities in Ardmore.

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  • OKLAHOMA CITY, June 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Skydweller Aero Inc., a U.S.-Spanish aerospace company developing solar powered aircraft for defense and commercial industries, today celebrates its first anniversary since announcing the establishment of its global headquarters in Oklahoma City with plans to build testing and integration facilities in Ardmore.
  • Skydweller Aero's growth included the following:
    Hired key executives and engineering talent, exceeding the company's projection for its first year.
  • Awarded five Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs by U.S. Navy alongside University of Oklahoma, Oklahoma State University, and University of Tulsa to advance clean energy, weather forecasting, and LiDAR technology.
  • In year two, Skydweller Aero will continue to work closely with state and private universities on research and development opportunities.

TulsaLabs Announces Launch of Space Application Research Lab in Tulsa, OK

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Wednesday, June 16, 2021

TulsaLabs recently announced an advisory agreement with Data Syndicate, LLC for the development of next-generation technology in Tulsa, OK. Data Syndicate is a fintech mechatronic accelerator focused on the intersection of cryptocurrencies, supply chain technologies for both terrestrial and commercial space markets.

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  • TulsaLabs recently announced an advisory agreement with Data Syndicate, LLC for the development of next-generation technology in Tulsa, OK. Data Syndicate is a fintech mechatronic accelerator focused on the intersection of cryptocurrencies, supply chain technologies for both terrestrial and commercial space markets.
  • Data Syndicate will also advise AI Venturetech towards the development of a space research lab in New York City.
  • Tom Bustamante, the Founder and CEO of AI Venturetech, Inc., commented, "The rapid growth of the aerospace industry in the Tulsa, OK region makes it a prime location for a space application research lab.
  • TulsaLabs location around some of the largest aerospace players, Data Syndicate's developer expertise, and our access to institutional funding we feel we have the pieces to expand TulsaLabs into space application research.

Learning Design Company ansrsource Partners With Angel Rich to Create Online Black History Courses for Schools and Companies to Make a Business Case for Closing the Wealth Gap

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Monday, June 14, 2021

The growing and open discussions around the Black Wealth Gap, Black Wall Street, and overall racism as a public crisis have created new interest in learning about Black American history.

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  • The growing and open discussions around the Black Wealth Gap, Black Wall Street, and overall racism as a public crisis have created new interest in learning about Black American history.
  • ansrsource, a global leader in learning design and accessibility services, is partnering with Angel Rich, Founder of CreditRich and author of the best-selling History of the Black Dollar, to create a new Black history online curriculum in honor of Juneteenth.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210614005787/en/
    The Black Wall Street mural as painted by the Greenwood Chamber of Commerce near Tulsa, Oklahoma, image captured in June 2021 by Angel Rich.
  • Segmented into 10-minute learning experiences, the GEM courses provide a dedicated learning solution, including games, to promote economic equity.

CGTN AMERICA: The Impact of Deep-Rooted Racism In Tulsa

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Tuesday, June 8, 2021

CGTN America reporter Liu Xiaqian has been speaking to Tulsa resident including Tiffany Crutcher.

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  • CGTN America reporter Liu Xiaqian has been speaking to Tulsa resident including Tiffany Crutcher.
  • She remember going off to college where kids from other cities knew more about her cities' history than she did.
  • Meanwhile, in Tulsa our reporter heard how quickly authorities white washed all Black Lives Matter themed slogans and murals on walls.
  • Click here for more about all "The Impact of Deep-rooted Racism in Tulsa" and to view the report: https://newsus.cgtn.com/news/2021-06-07/The-impact-of-deep-rooted-racism...

WhiteWater Express Acquires Tulsa Express Car Wash and Opens Its First Location in Michigan

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Tuesday, June 8, 2021

WhiteWater Express Car Wash (WhiteWater), an express car wash platform with over 40 locations headquartered in Houston, acquired Tulsa Express Car Wash (Tulsa Express) in Tulsa, Oklahoma on May 5th.

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  • WhiteWater Express Car Wash (WhiteWater), an express car wash platform with over 40 locations headquartered in Houston, acquired Tulsa Express Car Wash (Tulsa Express) in Tulsa, Oklahoma on May 5th.
  • This is the 3rd WhiteWater location in the Tulsa MSA and WhiteWater expects to continue its growth in this region.
  • As part of the acquisition, WhiteWater will be onboarding all Tulsa Express employees.
  • WhiteWater also opened its first location in the Michigan market with the opening of 5401 Beckley Rd in Battle Creek on May 10th.

Pamela J. Richardson and Bernard Moore Ph.D bring a family legacy to life

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Monday, June 7, 2021

Screenwriter/Director/Producer Pamela J. Richardson and Author/Political Strategist /Executive Producer, Bernard Moore Ph.D have collaborated to bring to light a compelling screenplay for a limited TV mini-series based on a true story of the history and legacy of a black family from Oklahoma's oil rich land.

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  • Screenwriter/Director/Producer Pamela J. Richardson and Author/Political Strategist /Executive Producer, Bernard Moore Ph.D have collaborated to bring to light a compelling screenplay for a limited TV mini-series based on a true story of the history and legacy of a black family from Oklahoma's oil rich land.
  • Tal struck oil just before the historic Tulsa, Oklahoma Massacre, which was a direct consequence of black prosperity in oil.
  • For Richardson and Moore, putting the pen to the pain will hopefully encourage others to honor their ancestors by documenting their stories.
  • "TAL JONES: A Black Oil Legacy" is based on a real family and its ultimate triumphs.

Black Tech Street Announces Community Partners and Issues Call for New Symbol of Tulsa

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Friday, June 4, 2021

Beginning in Tulsa, Black Tech Street aims to create a national movement of Black tech excellence.

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  • Beginning in Tulsa, Black Tech Street aims to create a national movement of Black tech excellence.
  • Since Billingsley launched his vision for Black Tech Street, the program has coalesced support from the community to bring this vision to life.
  • Beginning in Tulsa, Black Tech Street aims to create a national movement of Black tech excellence.
  • Black Tech Street aims to facilitate $1 billion of investment in the Black Tulsa Economy over 10 years by facilitating entrepreneur support programming that will create a tightly knit, collaborative community of Black entrepreneurs and professionals.