The scalding death of two workers at Evergy’s Jeffrey Energy Center power plant at St. Marys, Kansas led a Texas jury to hand down a $222 million verdict this week against the company. The verdict was reached in Fort Worth where the trial had been moved to hear the case of the steam accident …
7-Eleven adding hundreds of EV charging stations
Coming soon to 7-Eleven stores in Oklahoma and across the rest of the country…more Electric Vehicle charging stations. The Irving, Texas-based company announced this week plans to built at least 500 Direct Current Fast Charging ports at 250 select U.S. and Canada stores by the end of 2022. Owned and operated by 7‑Eleven, …
Record amount of shares at SandRidge annual meeting
SandRidge Energy shareholders held their annual meeting last week with a record amount of shares of common stock outstanding. The company reported a total of 36,507,402 shares and a total of 22,783,390 shares or 62% were present at the 2021 annual meeting by proxy or in person according to a SandRidge Energy filing with …
ONEOK shareholders choose directors
Shareholders in ONEOK wrapped up their annual meeting last week with an election of 11 directors and approval of the compensation for company executives. In a filing with the Securities Exchange Commission, the company also revealed the votes for and against the directors who were chosen for one-year terms. The elected directors are: Brian …
Crude oil pushes $68 to $70 for a 2-year high
Crude oil prices opened June with another increase as US crude pushed close to the $68 a barrel price while overseas prices are at $70 and hit a two-year high. West Texas Intermediate crude for July delivery rose $1.40 to settle at $67.72 a barrel in trading on the New York Mercantile Exchange. Global …
ONEOK to be part of nationwide investors conference
In an effort to attract new investors, ONEOK Inc. will take part in a special conference on Tuesday, June 2. The company will participate in virtual investor meetings at the Bernstein Strategic Decisions Conference held in New York City. More than 170 CEOs and leaders from the largest companies across all sectors of the …
Food workers to lose jobs at Langston University
While the energy industry in Oklahoma slowly recovers from the pandemic, the food industry in the state also faces major challenges. Word came this week that more than 100 employees of Sodexo Inc. will lose their jobs this month at Langston University. The Oklahoma Office of Workforce Development was notified that 108 employees are …
Battery storage systems create challenges for Arkansas solar installers
Solar installers in Arkansas experience signs of good news and bad news. The good news is a growth in demand for their battery storage systems. But the bad news is they also face shortages of materials according to a report by the Arkansas Business. Click here for Arkansas Business story.
Kansas utility to speed up coal plant shutdowns
Evergy, the large utility in Kansas filed a plan with state regulators indicating an accelerated timeline for its dependence on renewable energy and at the same time reducing its carbon emissions. The Topeka Capital-Journal reported the plan also called for the retirement of some of its coal-fired power plants. Click here for Topeka Capital-Journal.
PSO announces application period for AEP foundation FFA STEM after-school grants
Now through July 9, FFA chapters in areas across the state have the opportunity to apply for a share of $40,000 in STEM grants from the American Electric Power Foundation and Public Service Company of Oklahoma. FFA STEM After-School grants support FFA chapter projects and give students opportunities to learn and grow in STEM-related …