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Confidence in the local economy spurs revenue, city manager says
ENID, Okla. — Retail development in Enid has had its highs and lows in the past few years, but city leaders say confidence in the local economy is evidenced by an uptick in revenue. “We are showing things are up,” Gilbert said. “I think there is confidence in the...

Working to Put its Best Foot Forward – Enid Woodring Regional Airport anticipating more improvements
ENID, Okla. — The reconstruction of one of Enid Woodring Regional Airport’s runways will smooth out the “cracks and the bumps” this coming months, according to Director Keston Cook. The project to replace the airport’s 13-31 Crosswind Runway is projected to cost about...

Redefining ‘How To Do Business’ – ERDA leaving foot on the gas for local business support during pandemic
ENID, Okla. — Lisa Powell, executive director of t he Enid Regional Development Alliance, said her staff’s work supporting Enid businesses during the COVID pandemic has been like having their foot all the way on the gas pedal — all while driving with two more feet and...

5 Integris facilities receive national recognition renewal for patient-centered care
ENID, Okla. — The National Committee for Quality Assurance recently announced that five Integris Health Family Care Clinic successfully earned Patient-Centered Medical Home Recognition renewal. According to a press release from Integris Bass Baptist Health Center, the...

Integris Bass – Taking Care of Patients
ENID, Okla. — During the ongoing COVID pandemic that continues to infect thousands of Oklahomans, Integris Bass Baptist Health Center in Enid continues to care for its patients while bringing in new doctors and specialized equipment. Chief Hospital Executive Kurt...

Enid hospital provides specialty services
ENID, Okla. — St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center CEO Krista Roberts has a simple message for the Enid community as the COVID 19 pandemic enters its third year: While COVID remains center stage, keep up your checkups and screenings with your family physicians so you...

Vance opens new human performance lab for student pilots
ENID, Okla. — The new and improved human performance lab at Vance Air Force Base is much more than a fancy weight room. The Comprehensive Readiness for Aircrew Flying Training (CRAFT) opened in a new location Friday, expanding to accommodate the needs of student and...

Hideaway offers sneak peek ahead of Monday grand opening
ENID, Okla. — Oklahoma-based Hideaway Pizza is slated to open its 21st location in Enid on Monday, Jan. 31, 2022. The pizzeria is located at 2201 W. Garriott in The District retail area at the intersection of Cleveland and Garriott. The 6,500-square-foot restaurant...

Wall of Honor acquires Vietnam-era helicoper, World War II Jeep
ENID, Okla. — A Vietnam-era Bell UH-1 Iroquois military utility helicopter — nicknamed Huey — arrived at its final resting place at Woodring Wall of Honor and Veterans Park on Monday. The Huey helicopter came from the now closed Cold War Museum in Lancaster, Texas,...

Wake up, downtown Enid’: New nightclub opens on Randolph
ENID, Okla. — Downtown Enid’s newest business, Gold Door Night Club, has been open for a week, bringing new music and energy to the downtown scene. Gold Door Night Club, at 120 W. Randolph, has a full bar, outdoor patio, seating options and an unobstructed dance...