The newly restored Santa Fe Station, once a hub for Oklahoma City rail passengers and soon to be Oklahoma City’s new intermodal transit hub, will be the site of a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Dec. 7. The event marks the city’s progress toward providing and supporting mixed modes of transportation. Built in 1934, the Santa Fe Station originally served as a rail depot for the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway. The station has continued to provide rail service through Amtrak,

Last week, many people gathered with friends and family, giving thanks. Now that the food is put away and people have returned home and to work, I want to extend the spirit of Thanksgiving by expressing gratitude for some of the people and partnerships that make our city successful. I am thankful for the leadership and commitment of my staff at the Alliance for Economic Development. The organization was formed in 2011 to better coordinate incentives and economic tools that ma

Next week is Small Business Saturday, a designated shopping day to support small businesses. Wedged between Black Friday and Cyber Monday, the day represents more than another chance to shop holiday deals; it highlights the importance local businesses have in our community and economy. Local businesses are owned by people who are part of the community – their families live, work and play here. Small business owners are personally invested in the city’s future and key quality-

The holidays in downtown Oklahoma City are one of my favorite times. The lights and decorations brighten up the downtown buildings. The events and festivities encourage people to play, discover more about our city, and visit local retail stores and restaurants. The season also highlights the support of numerous business partners to showcase our city and encourage the spirit of community. Most of these festivities couldn’t happen without their support. Downtown in December, pr