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The Journal Record is Oklahoma's only source for comprehensive, statewide, daily business news. From city hall to the legislature and Oklahoma’s biggest industries, readers can stay up to date on the latest news online or in print.
As a true business to business publication, we also engage with the community through a series of signature events and awards ceremonies, sparking discussion and recognizing innovative leaders. Throughout the year, our events include recognition of Health Care Heroes, Oklahoma’s Most Admired CEOs and Excellence in Construction and Real Estate, among many others.
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"More universities, including the University of Oklahoma, are making investments in reinforced rooms or storm shelters in student residence halls." (The Journal Record)
CJAC believes that SB 844 and similar legislation that would help fund diversion and treatment services through SQ781 are good public policy measures that should be preserved and expanded upon. Read more about how legislation can impact criminal justice reform in our latest The Journal Record
NeoHealth CEO Scott Rosenthal was named a 2023 Healthcare Hero by The Journal Record! Scott has led NEO through a period of record growth, and today, it's one of the state's largest community health centers. Proud to accept this award on his behalf!
Congratulations to one of our own, Firefighter/Paramedic Blake Braden, who was a recipient of one of The Journal Record’s Healthcare Heroes Award!
We are incredibly proud to honor and recognize our own Blake Braden tonight at the The Journal Record's Health Care Heroes banquet! Blake works tirelessly to improve the lives of the members of our communities all across Oklahoma through his passion, purpose, and determination. His drive and dedication has made a HUGE impact across the entire state and we are honored to celebrate his achievements and success tonight!
The recognition program, now in its fourth year, honors individuals who go above and beyond to help make Oklahoma a healthier, safer, and happier place to live and work.
“The champions of Oklahoma’s health care industry deserve our recognition and gratitude,” said Journal Record Editor Joe Dowd. “The fourth class of Health Care Heroes represents diverse talent, expertise and a commitment to excellence in their endless pursuit to help others.”
Blake’s story is also featured in a commemorative magazine inserted in The Journal Record’s issue available tomorrow, 24 March.
Blake’s life of service began when he was a child, growing up in the heart of rural Ponca City, Oklahoma. He remembers feeling fortunate to be in situations that allowed him to help and serve others and, as a young person, volunteered at local hospitals, served with Boy Scouts of America and participated in his local church youth group. Blake knew from a young age that he wanted to pursue a career that allowed him to continue on this service-oriented path. In high school, he had a close friend who worked as a volunteer firefighter and helped Blake get his foot in the door with the local department. That gave a glimpse into a new world and inspired him to build a successful career as a first responder.
It wasn’t long before he found his stride in the fire and EMS arena. For the last four years, he has worked for Heartland Medical Direction, where he now serves as the Chief Operating Officer.
In the last two years, Blake has been instrumental in offering emergency medical education across the state of Oklahoma. During this time, he has provided emergency medical responder courses to more than 70 volunteer fire, EMS, and law enforcement responders across the state, helping citizens of rural Oklahoma.
While Blake may have a heart of gold, most don’t know he also has a million-dollar hand. He has had numerous surgeries and fusions on multiple fingers from a myriad of accidents over the years and feels extremely blessed to still have full capability of his hand.
Blake credits his high school friend, who helped inspire him to begin his career as a first responder, in addition to his family’s unending support, to his career’s success. He looks forward to continuing to do daily acts of service for people in and around the community.
When he’s not in the back of an ambulance or riding a fire engine, Blake can be found zooming down the ski slopes with his family during the winter months and soaking up the sun on Oklahoma lakes. Many only get a glimpse at Blake’s professional side, but personal time spent with his family and loved ones is what he cherishes most.
Our President, Harrison Williams, has been named to the 20th class of Achievers Under 40 by The Journal Record! 🎉
Harrison provides genuine leadership to those around him. He takes the time to listen, ensure employees have what they need, and provide mentorship. We're so glad the rest of the world now knows what we know - that Harrison is undeniably one of the best leaders in Oklahoma!
Additional congratulations are due, as Harrison was recently named to the Certification Committee for The National Demolition Association! 🙌
Congrats on all accounts, Harrison! We are all so very thankful for your dedication to your employees, your family, your community, and the industry. 🥇
You can read more about the 20th class of Achievers Under 40 here:
https://journalrecord.com/2023/03/04/announcing-journal-records-2023-achievers-under-40/
March is National Nutrition Month, and many of us know some of the basics when it comes to a good diet. Learn how combining a healthy diet with adequate physical activity and sleep can help you become and stay healthy as you age in the latest The Journal Record Office Visit:
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March is National Nutrition Month, and many of us know some of the basics when it comes to a good diet. Learn how combining a healthy diet with adequate physical activity and sleep can help you become and stay healthy as you age in the latest The Journal Record Office Visit:
We are excited to announce that we have been selected to be in the top 5 for The Journal Record's 2023 Reader Rankings' "Best Tech Center for Workforce Development", "Best Event Meeting Facility", and "Best Paralegal Program"!
Voting is now open for top 3 until April 14, 2023. Get your votes in today, and vote Metro Tech! Keep in mind, you can vote more than once! 👇
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QPBCCFR
Thank you all so much for your nominations and your continued support of our district. 💙
We at TRF are feeling L☘️CKY on this St. Patrick’s Day, thanks to our wonderful supporters – THANK YOU for voting us as one of the top five Civil Litigation firms in OK! It's an honor to be among such prestigious firms. The Journal Record Reader Rankings identify and honor outstanding companies across the state of Oklahoma. The Journal Record’s 2023 Reader Rankings survey will be active through April 14th with daily voting available. We’d appreciate your support by visiting
https://journalrecord.com/readerrankings/, scrolling to No. 60, Best Civil Litigation Law Firm, and checking off “The Rudnicki Firm”!
The Journal Record has named our Managing Director, David McAfee, as a 2023 Most Admired CEO honoree! 👏
Throughout our 20 years in business, David has shown unwavering commitment to his employees, his community, and his family. The selection committee looked for leaders who display vision, innovation, leadership, service, and financial performance - all of which David epitomizes 🌟 Congratulations, David, on the well-deserved recognition! 🎉
“Over the past few years, leaders have been challenged in unprecedented ways. The CEOs and CFOs we are honoring in 2023 have shown courage and confidence, humility and wisdom, in the ways they have led their companies.”
- Journal Record Editor, Joe Dowd.
Read more about the 2023 honorees here:
https://journalrecord.com/2023/02/15/jr-announces-oklahomas-most-admired-ceos-and-cfos-2023/
The Redbud Classic is nominated for the The Journal Record’s Reader Rankings for the best local charitable event! Be sure to vote for your favorites every day through Friday, April 14.🏆🎊
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QPBCCFR
It’s that time of year again! 📣 Please vote for Timberlake Construction as the Best Construction Firm of the Year and Best Overall Leadership for the The Journal Record’s 2023 Reader Rankings!
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QPBCCFR
In honor of Women’s History Month, multiple members of OU Health and The University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center faculty have been honored by The Journal Record’s Power List of Women in STEM 2023.
The honorees include Ashley Weedn, M.D., Childhood Obesity at OU Health Harold Hamm Diabetes Center; Desiree Azizoddin, PsyD, assistant professor in the Department of Family and Preventive Medicine at OU College of Medicine and researcher at TSET Health Promotion Research Center; Judith James, M.D., Ph.D., George Lynn Cross Research Professor in Medicine and Associate Vice Provost for Clinical & Translational Science at OU College of Medicine and OMRF Vice President of Clinical Affairs; and Katrin Kuhn, Ph.D., assistant professor, Biostatics and Epidemiology at the OU Hudson College of Public Health.
These women were recognized for making an impact in their fields and driving Oklahoma forward. View the digitized print version of the Power List of Women in STEM edition of The Journal Record:
https://www.pageturnpro.com/The-Journal-Record/107883-Power-List-Women-in-Stem-2023/sdefault.html#page/3