November 18, 2019 archive

Alliance coal mine shut down adds to growing list of coal layoffs

The weekend announcement by Tulsa-based Alliance Resources means a total of about 600 coal miners in western Kentucky and southwest Indiana have lost their jobs or will lose them in the coming months. At least 184 jobs were cut in the weekend announcement by Alliance coal which said it was shutting down production at the …

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HollyFrontier implements financial strategies

HollyFrontier Corporation announced a series of strategic actions including a $1 billion share buyback program. The actions target growth, risk management and shareholder returns and include a new renewable diesel unit project for the company that operates refineries in Tulsa, Oklahoma and other sites across the U.S. The renewable diesel unit project at the compan’s …

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Williams sets date for Analyst Day

  Williams in Tulsa is scheduled to host its 2019 Analyst Day event on Dec. 5, 2019. During the event, Williams’ management will give in-depth presentations covering the company’s natural gas infrastructure strategy that helps meet growing clean energy demands. “The presentations will highlight the company’s efficient operations, disciplined project execution, strong financial position and …

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“Big Boy” pays anniversary visit to Oklahoma

Big Boy rolled into Oklahoma over the weekend. The 600-ton Union Pacific Engine 4014, one of the world’s largest steam engines visited towns in eastern Oklahoma as part of the rail line’s 150th anniversary of the transcontinental railroad. The giant engine was restored for the anniversary that celebrates the track finished in 1860 which connected …

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