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Podcast in the Park: Historical Perspective of MidAmerican Industrial Park S01 E02
10/27/2023 - LISTEN NOW: Historical Perspective of MidAmerica Industrial ParkListen in as host, Brittany Greer, engages in a captivating conversation with Dr. Larry Rice, President of Rogers State University, as they embark on an insightful journey through the rich history of MidAmerica Industrial Park and its transformation to its current... read more
Podcast in the Park: MidAmerica Work Force Team Highlights S01 E01
10/27/2023 - LISTEN NOW: MidAmerica Work Force Team Highlights S1 E1In the inaugural podcast episode, Scott Fry and Dr. Marcie Mack join host, Brittany Greer, to delve into the essence of MidAmerica Industrial Park and the motivations behind launching this podcast. Together, they explore the Park's core activities, strategic... read more
MidAmerica partners with i2E to launch innovative pilot program fostering entrepreneurial education
09/12/2023 - MidAmerica, in collaboration with i2E (Innovation to Enterprise), is set to launch an innovative pilot program known as the MidAmerica Cup business plan competition this fall. The initiative is tailored for local school districts engaged with MidAmerica's Secondary STEM partners, with the primary aim of providing high... read more
MIDAMERICA NEWSLETTER VOL. 2023.01
06/15/2023 - MidAmerica's newsletter highlights Park updates, companies located in the Park, a message from Chief Administrative Officer David Stewart and much more. To read our most recent edition, Volume 2023.01, click here. read more
MidAmerica hosts third annual STEM Showcase at Mayes County Fairgrounds
06/15/2023 - MidAmerica hosted its 3rd Annual STEM Showcase at the Mayes County Fairgrounds on March 28, 2023. More than 750 fifth-grade students and educators from Mayes, Wagoner, Delaware, and Craig counties attended a day of fun STEM learning through various hands-on activities.Students had the opportunity, fly drones with help from the RSU AeroCats... read more
MidAmerica Industrial Park launches STEM fishing program
06/15/2023 - Twelve fifth-graders participate in pilot programLocated in Eastern Oklahoma and in the foothills of the Ozark mountains, MidAmerica boasts a variety of outdoor activities for its residents. Hunting, fishing, biking, and watersports are just a few of the popular pastimes in the area. With over 2,500 miles of shoreline from... read more
MidAmerica Hires Two Construction Project Managers
06/15/2023 - Matt Buck Project Manager – Construction Along with the variety of projects he is soon going to embark on, Matt Buck, is most thrilled to be helping bring more jobs to Northeast Oklahoma with his new position as Construction Project Manager. With his experience as Team Leader at Olsson... read more
The Evolution of Oklahoma’s MidAmerica Industrial Park
06/15/2023 - Originally a munitions plant during WWII, Oklahoma’s MidAmerica Industrial Park has a rich history of re-invention and transformation.More than 60 years ago, the Oklahoma legislature formed a public trust authority to purchase the land and capitalize on Oklahoma’s resources to attract jobs and investment to the... read more
Life in our Neck of the Woods: Showcasing the MidAmerica’s regional quality life assets
06/15/2023 - MidAmerica’s “Life in Our Neck of the Woods” is a campaign to recruit new workers and citizens to the four corners region, or Mayes County. The campaign showcases the regional quality of life assets presented in a “weekends, weekdays and weeknights” theme.As a... read more
Company Spotlight: Berry Global
06/15/2023 - Berry Global, a Fortune 500 company that specializes in plastic packaging products, is making significant strides in improving its employee culture. The company recognizes the importance of employee engagement and is actively taking steps to create a positive work environment for its staff.Over the years, the pay and working conditions... read more
