Thu, May 14, 2020

OSU's rural renewal initiative aims to reverse the downward slide of small communities

Fri, Nov 01, 2019

Once upon a time — early in the 20th century, actually — electricity was a new thing, limited to large cities. It took time, money and a lot of work to bring electrical power to rural America.

Fri, Sep 06, 2019

Insights about trends and expectations regarding agriculture and rural economies will be showcased.

Fri, Jun 14, 2019

The CREATE BRIDGES project, a rural development initiative in two areas of Oklahoma, is seeking volunteers for a new Business Retention and Expansion program.

Fri, Mar 29, 2019

Three informative academies will take place in April to help residents of rural Oklahoma gain a better understanding of how the new innovative initiative CREATE BRIDGES can benefit their area.

Thu, Apr 20, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahoma State University agricultural economist Dave Shideler is the 2017 recipient of the Southern Agricultural Economics Association’s Extension Individual Program Award for his work in economic and rural development.

Thu, Apr 20, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahoma State University’s Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources and public libraries in four Oklahoma towns are joining forces to provide broadband access to residents in some of the state’s more rural areas.

Wed, Mar 08, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahoma is among six states selected to take part in Stronger Economies Together Phase Seven, a proven, highly interactive program that promotes rural economic development.

Thu, Jan 28, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – A civic forum aimed at encouraging the public’s input in the launch of a regional economic development initiative is set for February.

Tue, Dec 08, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – Four northeastern Oklahoma counties now form one of the newest regions selected for the national economic development program, “Stronger Economies Together.”

Thu, Apr 02, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – Communities interested in boosting their regional economic development prospects should apply now for the Stronger Economies Together program.

Fri, Mar 13, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – The Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service is partnering with the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the Regional Rural Development Centers to offer free grant-writing workshops.